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Mayor London Breed is the 45th Mayor of San Francisco and the first African-American woman elected to the position.

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The Bayanihan Equity Center received a $1.4 million grant through the City’s API Nonprofit Acquisition Fund to purchase 616 Minna Street

Mayor London Breed Celebrates Acquisition of New Senior Center in SoMa Neighborhood

With stunning views of the San Francisco Bay and an innovative design that incorporates structures made from reclaimed steel from the old Bay Bridge, the new vibrant waterfront destination by Chase Center adds to a network of over 40 acres of park and open spaces within Mission Bay

Mayor London Breed Celebrates Grand Opening of Bayfront Park in Mission Bay

With sweeping views of the Bay and a host of amenities, including a new community kitchen, a refurbished landmark building, and shoreline access, the opening of 900 Innes Ave. marks a significant milestone in completing India Basin Waterfront Park

Mayor London Breed and Bayview-Hunters Point Community Celebrate Opening of India Basin Waterfront Park's Southern Portion

Mayor London Breed, State Superintendent Tony Thurmond and Local Leaders on the Board of Education's Intent to Appoint Dr. Maria Su Superintendent of San Francisco Unified School District

New Markets Tax Credits provided by the United States Treasury tie the previous round for the largest distribution San Francisco has received through the program, which will finance critical projects, create investment in historically underserved communities, and accelerate economic recovery

San Francisco Announces $60 Million in Federal Tax Credits to Support Nonprofits and Businesses in Low-Income Communities

Since the 1989 earthquake, San Francisco has invested more than $20 billion in seismically retrofitting City-owned infrastructure and buildings and implemented retrofit programs that have improved the safety for thousands of residents and buildings citywide

Mayor Breed Commemorates 35th Anniversary of Loma Prieta Earthquake, Highlighting Seismic and Safety Infrastructure Improvements

San Francisco Department of Public Health is the first county in the State to offer 16-hour on demand access to Buprenorphine and telehealth for people who suffer from fentanyl addiction

San Francisco Has Continued Decline in Fatal Overdoses, Expands On-Demand Treatment Program for People Who Use Fentanyl

The new Hub provides safe and accessible spaces for childcare, recreation, cultural events, health and wellness resources, and educational programs and activities, serving families and over 200 children

Mayor London Breed Celebrates the Grand Opening of New Community Center at Sunnydale Hope SF

Mayor London N. Breed on Stopping the School Closures Process

Under Senator Wiener and Mayor Breed’s legislation, the State’s first entertainment zone on Front Street will host “Nightmare on Front Street”, building on the success of Oktoberfest to boost economic activity Downtown

San Francisco First Entertainment Zone Announces Halloween Event

Quarterly tent count found 242 tents and structures on City streets after encampment teams help over 950 people into shelter from encampments since the start of 2024

San Francisco's Tent Count Down 60%, Hits Lowest Level Since Before 2018

Avni Jamdar, Joshua Arce, and Steve Leveroni will bring decades of experience in advocacy, labor, and finance issues to better serve San Franciscans.
 
Key fixtures in the South Asian, Latino and Italian communities in San Francisco, the new Commissioners will strengthen the SFPUC’s work to cement equity and diversity at the core of the Commission’s work.

Board of Supervisors Approve Mayor Breed's Appointments to the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission

Star View Court offers 138 new affordable homes for formerly homeless families and legacy Treasure Island households

Mayor London Breed Celebrates the Grand Opening of Second 100% Affordable Housing Project on Treasure Island

The Asian Pacific Islander Cultural Center and Kulintang Arts received a $5 million grant through the City’s API Nonprofit Acquisition Fund to purchase 262 7th Street

Mayor London Breed Celebrates Acquisition of New Asian and Filipino American Performing Arts Space in SOMA Neighborhood

Contract agreement from last year has helped spur increase in applications, and improvements to the hiring process has helped fill Academy Class 284 with 50 recruits that started Monday

Mayor Breed and Chief Scott Announce Largest San Francisco Police Department Academy Class Since 2018

New law proposed by Mayor Breed will allow for an oversized vehicle like an RV to be towed if an offer of shelter or housing is rejected with a goal of getting people to accept services being offered

SFMTA Board of Directors Approves New City Policy to Address Oversized Vehicles Parking Across San Francisco

The funding, awarded by Grants for the Arts, provides general operating support to sustain and uplift non-profit arts and cultural organizations across the City

Mayor London Breed and City Administrator Carmen Chu Announce Over $14 Million in Funding for Arts Organizations in San Francisco

City has completed 100 miles of transit and reliability improvements that have helped reduce travel times by up to 35% and improved reliability by over 50% on improved transit corridors

San Francisco Marks 10th Anniversary of Muni Forward Program, Advancing Faster and More Reliable Service

San Francisco will purchase 2280 Market Street to serve as the site of the nation’s first LGBTQ museum and its archives after decades of the collection being in temporary locations

Mayor London Breed and Supervisor Mandelman Announce New Permanent Home for LGBTQ History Museum in the Castro

The transit line resumes service this Saturday following five years of enhancements to create safer pedestrian crossings, increase accessibility, and improve transit reliability on the Taraval Street commercial corridor

San Francisco Celebrates the Opening of L Taraval Muni Line and Completion of Improvement Project

Latest legislation and other efforts propelling the four components of Mayor Breed’s 30x30 Plan to reimagine San Francisco’s Downtown as a place where people live, work, and learn

Mayor Breed Proposes Eliminating Office to Housing Conversion Fees to Advance "30 x 30" Plan for Downtown

Elimination of annual license fees will make operating, growing, and opening a small business in San Francisco easier, saving 90% of restaurants and 87% of bars and nightclubs thousands of dollars in costly fees every year

Mayor London Breed Proposes Legislation to Eliminate License Fees to Support Small Businesses

The new training facility is a major win for San Francisco and builds on the City’s broader work to redevelop Treasure Island with more housing and amenities

City of San Francisco and National Women's Soccer Franchise Bay FC Announce Plans for Permanent Training Facility on Treasure Island

New laws will increase criminal penalties for those who plan and participate in sideshows, while local law enforcement will expand strategies to work with regional partners on preventing vehicular sideshows, including dirt bikes

Board of Supervisors Approves Mayor Breed's Legislation to Create New Laws to Combat Sideshows and Reckless Driving

Mayor Breed nominated Mike Chen, who currently serves on the SFMTA’s Citizens’ Advisory Council, as a longtime advocate for safe and efficient transit

Board of Supervisors Confirms Mike Chen to the Board of Directors for the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency

New HIV diagnoses among Latino individuals declined by 46% in notable change from previous year

New San Francisco Department of Public Health Report Shows HIV Diagnoses in San Francisco Decline in 2023

Team will consist of top City leaders and trusted subject matter experts to provide independent support for Board of Education and School leadership to help chart path forward for San Francisco public schools

Mayor London Breed Announces School Stabilization Team to Provide Support for San Francisco Public Schools

New legislation will allow for an oversized vehicle like an RV to be towed if an offer of shelter or housing is rejected with a goal of getting people to accept services being offered

Mayor London Breed Proposes New City Policy to Address Oversized Vehicle Parking Across San Francisco

With accelerated investments in family homelessness & pipeline projects SF will now reach 2028 goal in 2025 –Mayor Breed directs Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing to double shelter goal in 5-year plan. City has provided shelter to nearly 10,000 individuals and moved over 5,000 people into permanent housing in the first year under homelessness plan.

Mayor Breed Announces New Shelter Expansion Plans as San Francisco on Track to Reach Homeless Shelter Goal Three Years Early

Through the City’s multi-agency public safety coordination, UN Plaza has seen a 70% decrease in daytime drug-related incidents. The area also continues to see an increase to foot traffic exceeding last year’s averages at Heart of the City Farmer’s Market, and over 1,600 visitors last month alone at the SF Vintage Market.

Mayor Breed and City Leaders Celebrate New Restaurant Opening At Civic Center Plaza Cafe as Improvements in UN Plaza and Area Continue

The proposed legislation expands on the City’s efforts to remove unnecessary and costly fees, saving affected businesses tens of thousands in start-up costs

Mayor London Breed Introduces Legislation to Remove Costly Business Fees

The camera trailers will expand on Proposition E technology, like security cameras and drones, to assist officers in making arrests and preventing crime

Mayor London Breed and SFPD Chief Bill Scott Announce New Mobile Cameras to Continue Improving Public Safety in San Francisco

Tugbenyoh brings experience as Deputy Director at Department of Human Resources and working in the
community to replace Executive Director Sheryl Davis who has resigned from HRC

Mayor London Breed Announces Mawuli Tugbenyoh as Acting Head of the Human Rights Commission, Installs New Oversight and Controls to Ensure the Success of the Dream Keeper Initiative

San Francisco, in partnership with the City of Berkeley, receives funds to modernize and cut carbon emissions in large buildings as part of the historic Biden-Harris historic Inflation Reduction Act

San Francisco Awarded $14 Million Federal Grant to Advance Building Electrification Projects

Zamora will fill seat vacated by Murrell Green, who is stepping down for personal reasons

Mayor London Breed Swears in Luis Zamora to City College Board of Trustees

Lim, the first Chinese American poet to serve in this role, will be the City’s ninth Poet Laureate

Mayor London Breed Names Genny Lim as San Francisco's Poet Laureate

Located at 4840 Mission Street, Islais Place provides 137 affordable homes for low-income families, including 35 homes for public housing residents

Mayor London Breed Celebrates the Grand Opening of New 100% Affordable Housing Project in San Francisco's Excelsior District

Proposed legislation will enable local restaurants and bars located in Union Square, Mid-Market, and Thrive City to sell alcoholic beverages during outdoor events and activations

Mayor Breed Announces Legislation to Create Four New Entertainment Zones as Part of Continued Support for Downtown Events

Efforts build on previous work that has led to rooting out of corrupt contractors, restoring integrity to City Departments, and strengthening transparency and government efficiency

Mayor Breed and City Attorney Chiu Announce New Good Government Reforms to Make San Francisco More Transparent, Accountable, and Efficient

Chief Tong has served on the command staff of Fire Chief Jeanine Nicholson for the last five years and will bring 35 years of public service experience

Mayor London Breed Announces Chief Sandy Tong to Serve as New Interim Chief of the San Francisco Fire Department

Bus travel on the Van Ness Avenue rapid transit corridor is now 36% faster, injury traffic collisions are down 54%, and transit is 45% more reliable 
 
This is one of only three projects in the United States to receive Silver status

San Francisco's First Bus Rapid Transit Project Receives Internationally Recognized Designation

New law will increase criminal penalties for those who plan and participate in sideshows, while local law enforcement will expand strategies to work with regional partners on preventing vehicular sideshows, including dirt bikes

Mayor Breed Proposes New Law to Enforce Against Sideshows, SFPD and Regional Law Enforcement Discuss Enhanced Prevention and Disruption Strategies

Drones and License Plate Reader cameras supporting expanded arrests of organized theft rings, helping to bring car break-ins down to new lows this summer

San Francisco Police Using New Technology to Target Auto Break-Ins, Making Arrests in Hotspot Areas

Under Mayor Breed’s legislation, Downtown SF Partnership community benefit district launches expanded block party of beloved annual event to revitalize Downtown’s streetscape and boost economic activity

Mayor Breed Announces Launch of California's First Entertainment Zone Event with Oktoberfest on Front Street

Earlier this week, the issuance of the City’s first round of relief grants for 150 businesses was completed
 
Funds are for small businesses impacted by the SFMTA improvements along the L-Taraval line

Mayor Breed Concludes First Round of Grant Distribution for Small Businesses Impacted by the L Taraval Improvement Project

Funding will support transit improvements, essential infrastructure work, and the construction of 174 new permanently affordable homes

San Francisco Secures Over $70 Million in State Funding for Affordable Housing and Transit Improvements

After working with community, City Departments are implementing new strategies to build on existing enforcement to manage illegal prostitution on Shotwell Street

San Francisco Expands Strategies to Address Public Safety on Shotwell Street

President Motamedi, who has helped lead the School District for the last two and a half years, leaves behind a record of supporting families and guiding the district through serious challenges. Phil Kim will step into the role at a challenging time, bringing extensive experience in K-12 and STEM education, including most recently working for SFUSD in a senior leadership position to improve the District’s school strategy.

San Francisco School Board President Lainie Motamedi Steps Down & Mayor Breed Appoints Phil Kim to Serve

Thirty years since last major charter reform effort, Mayor Breed initiates process to improve efficiency of government with a goal of setting major reform on November 2026 ballot

Mayor London Breed Issues Executive Directive for Comprehensive Charter Reform

The City has now received eight Homekey grants supporting nearly 900 new homes in the last four years, part of San Francisco’s statewide leading efforts to expand housing for the formerly homeless.

San Francisco Receives Over $8 Million New Project Homekey Grant From the State to Support Housing for Formerly Homeless Young Adults

New grant program supports small businesses and community organizations to activate Downtown through fun weekend and evening events, and boosts San Francisco’s entertainment and nightlife sectors.

Mayor Breed Announces Recipients of City's New Entertainment and Nightlife Revitalization Grant

With 18 stories and 200 affordable housing units to middle-income residents, 921 Howard Street is one of the largest developments the City has seen in the last decade

Mayor London Breed Celebrates the Grand Opening of New 200 New 'Missing Middle' Homes in South of Market Neighborhood

Authorized by voters under Mayor Breed’s Prop E, the City’s drones are part of new technology resources launched to expand enforcement and accountability

San Francisco's New Public Safety Drone Program Leading to Arrests and Criminal Charges

The proposed Building Code legislation will codify and expand on the City’s current process that has helped small businesses save thousands of dollars and months in the permitting process since 2022

Mayor Breed Introduces Legislation to Remove Costly Permitting Requirement for Businesses

After convening in City Hall at the request of Mayor Breed, the two sides representing janitors and commercial buildings came together collaboratively on an agreement that supports workers and avoids a strike

Mayor London Breed Announces Contract Agreement Between Janitors SEIU Local 87 and San Francisco Maintenance Contractors Association, Averting Janitor Strike

Directive will require that the City’s relocation services be the first offer of service by city and non-profit homelessness workers as latest homeless count shows increase in people surveyed who are from out of county

Mayor London Breed Issues Journey Home Executive Directive To Reunite More People With Family Outside of San Francisco

Throughout August, the City celebrates a rich history of supporting and elevating the transgender community, including becoming the first city in the world to establish a Transgender District and one of the first in the U.S. to become a sanctuary city for transgender people

San Francisco Kicks Off Transgender History Month With Annual Flag Raising and Celebration

“Bricks at Embarcadero Plaza” will feature free and fun weekly programming for visitors, residents, and families to enjoy as the City ramps up Downtown activations in the area

San Francisco Announces Launch of New Downtown Event Series at Embarcadero Plaza

The $15.9 billion budget prioritizes funding that builds on recent progress with critical investments in core government operations, public safety, homelessness, children and families, and economic revitalization

Mayor Breed Signs Balanced Budget To Fund Key City Priorities To Move San Francisco Forward

The implementation of Mayor Breed’s Climate Action Plan continues to propel the City toward a cleaner, greener, and more resilient San Francisco for all

San Francisco Announces Greenhouse Gas Emissions Remain Down by 48% Since 1990

1633 Valencia will provide 145 units of permanent supportive housing for seniors ages 55 and older experiencing homelessness

Mayor London Breed Celebrates Groundbreaking of New Senior Housing Development in the Mission

A significant step to bring critically needed housing supply to the South of Market neighborhoods by eliminating zoning provisions that have prioritized office spaces

Mayor Breed Announces New Legislation to Allow More Housing in the SoMa Neighborhood

The $390 million bond proposed by Mayor Breed to fund critical improvements will now move forward to be included on the November ballot 
 
If approved by the voters, the measure would deliver key health infrastructure, expand family shelter, support street safety and road repaving, and improve public spaces to revitalize San Francisco

San Francisco Bond to Fund Key Health and Family Shelter Infrastructure, Street Improvements, Parks and Public Spaces Approved for November Ballot

By tapping ‘Faircloth to RAD,’ SF will speed up delivery of new housing as part of Mayor’s effort to meet state housing mandate

New HUD program will free up local money for more affordable housing, faster

Mayor Breed Taps New Federal Program to Deliver 3,700 New Homes

The free concert series, produced by Another Planet Entertainment, aims to ensure that Downtown San Francisco remains a destination for live music, entertainment, and the arts

First of Three Downtown Concerts Coming to Embarcadero Plaza on Sunday

Mayor Breed and Supervisor Melgar’s legislation to launch landmark project will add nearly 3,500 new homes, deliver more open space, and create good jobs, adding significant community benefits to the west side of San Francisco

Major New Housing Approved: Stonestown Project to Deliver Thousands of Homes and New Open Space on West Side of San Francisco

With over 15 years of experience leading organizations in providing efficient technology for local governments, Makstman will lead efforts to improve government services and offer innovative technology solutions across San Francisco as the City Chief Information Officer.

Mayor London Breed and City Administrator Carmen Chu announce Michael Makstman as City Chief Information Officer and Director of the Department of Technology

The Request for Qualifications launching today is the first step to establish a dedicated pool of artists with direct and meaningful connections to San Francisco’s Chinatown community  
 
The City is committed to investing over $2 million for three public art initiatives in Chinatown

Mayor London Breed Announces National Call For Artists to Create Chinatown Artist Registry

Two components of Mayor Breed’s voter-approved public safety initiative up for approval will add tools to improve public safety and deploy more officers in community.

Expanded public safety measures build on San Francisco’s efforts to keep crime rates down through a range of strategies.

Prop E Public Safety Update: Changing SFPD Officer Rules and Funding New Safety Technology

Residents should stay informed on safety hazards and know what incidents are considered reportable emergencies during tomorrow’s celebrations, which include the San Francisco’s landmark fireworks show along the waterfront

San Francisco City Leaders Encourage Safe Independence Day Celebrations

Mayor London N. Breed on the Supreme Court Decision in Grants Pass

As the City celebrates 20 years of marriage equality, the Office of the County Clerk and City officials will kick off Pride Weekend by marrying over 200 couples at City Hall as part of longstanding tradition

San Francisco Celebrates Pride Weekend with Over 200 Wedding Ceremonies at City Hall

2550 Irving, part of a larger effort to increase housing across San Francisco, will provide 90 affordable homes

Mayor London Breed Celebrates Groundbreaking of Family and Veteran Affordable Housing Development in the Sunset

Authorized under new state law, the first Entertainment Zone will be in Downtown San Francisco on Front Street under Mayor Breed’s legislation approved today.
 
Other EZ locations being considered include Union Square, Mid-Market, and Thrive City.

San Francisco to Become First City in California to Create New Entertainment Zones

With subway delays down and bus service more reliable and efficient, 72% of Muni riders rated Muni service excellent/good in annual survey, the highest rating since 2001 when surveys started

San Francisco's Muni Receives Highest Customer Rating in Over 20 Years

Licensed architect Amy Campbell and Carpenter’s Union member Sean McGarry will bring decades of experience and essential perspective that will contribute to San Francisco’s growth and development

Mayor Breed Nominates Amy Campbell and Sean McGarry to the San Francisco Planning Commission

Today, Mayor London N. Breed issued the following statement on Juneteenth:

Mayor Breed on Juneteenth

The approved legislation will create a pilot program to limit the late-night operating hours of certain retail establishments, including smoke shops, as one part of comprehensive strategy to disrupt nighttime drug markets

Board of Supervisors Approves Mayor Breed's Legislation to Increase Nighttime Safety in the Tenderloin

Mayor London N. Breed issued the following statement on the passing of Willie Mays:

Mayor London Breed on the Passing of San Francisco Baseball Legend Willie Mays

If approved by voters in November, the ballot measure will strengthen the City's work to protect reproductive freedoms of women in San Francisco as states across the country continue to face legal challenges and bans for services critical to women’s healthcare and rights

Mayor Breed Announces the San Francisco Reproductive Freedom Act to Safeguard Access to Abortions and Other Vital Services

A cohort of 60 scholars begin working, living, and learning in San Francisco today as a first step in the Mayor’s broader strategy to bring an HBCU satellite campus to the City

Mayor Breed Celebrates Start of HBCU Summer Program, Welcomes Scholars to San Francisco

New climate action initiative will help meet Mayor Breed’s public charging infrastructure goals of installing over 1,500 public chargers by 2030

San Francisco Launches Curbside Electric Vehicles Charging Pilot

The multi-agency effort aims to protect older adults and their families against fraudulent schemes

Mayor London Breed Joins City, State and Federal Leaders to Highlight Fraud Prevention Programs for Seniors in Recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

First 100 automated license plate readers installed by SFPD already leading to arrests in San Francisco

San Francisco's New Public Safety Camera Technology Delivering Early Results

The scholarship provides students from low-income backgrounds with financial support to attend college

Mayor London Breed Announces New Bridge to Excellence Scholarship Recipients

The new legislation will boost activations and events citywide as part of ongoing work to bring fun events to neighborhoods across San Francisco

Board of Supervisors Approves Mayor Breed's Legislation to Waive City Fees to Encourage More Outdoor Community Events

Retired Judge C. Don Clay will bring decades of experience on the Alameda County bench. 
Current Commissioner Debra Walker will continue her stellar service on the Commission.

Board of Supervisors Approves Mayor Breed's Nominations for the San Francisco Police Commission

Celebrations will include community-led, City-supported events throughout the month of June and today’s Juneteenth Parade and Festival

San Francisco Celebrates Juneteenth with Citywide Events and Annual Parade

The proposed FY 24-25 and 25-26 budget builds on the City’s work to ensure San Franciscans have safe, reliable, and accessible healthcare through city-based facilities

Mayor Breed Delivers Funding for Critical Healthcare Infrastructure Improvements

Mayor London N. Breed issued the following statement on the rejection of the reappointment of Debra Walker to the San Francisco Police Commission by the Board of Supervisors’ Rules Committee:

Mayor London Breed on the Rejection of the Reappointment of San Francisco Police Commissioner Debra Walker

The plan is a component to the Mayor’s broader Budget that prioritizes continued investment in revitalization efforts to reimagine San Francisco’s premier retail and hospitality district

Mayor Breed Unveils Action Plan to Enliven Union Square and Yerba Buena Districts

The Food Empowerment Market pilot will offer free and healthy multi-cultural groceries to District 10 residents

San Francisco Celebrates the Grand Opening of Food Empowerment Community Market in Bayview-Hunters Point

Senate Bill 925 would create a targeted system from law enforcement to address rampant fencing on City streets, which has brought up serious public safety challenges and hurt local businesses

Mayor Breed and Senator Wiener Announce State Legislation to Shut Down the Sale of Stolen Goods in San Francisco

Elected leaders and community members raised the Pride flag at City Hall and celebrated recent LGBTQ +community investments and programs

San Francisco Kicks Off Pride Month with Mayor London Breed's Annual Flag Raising Ceremony

In partnership with Supervisor Melgar, the proposed initiatives will build on the City’s groundbreaking early education and child care initiatives by expanding eligibility to moderate income families and piloting extended-hour care to make quality child care and education more accessible and affordable

Mayor Breed Announces Budget Investments to Expand Early Child Care Efforts

Budget closes major deficit while building on recent progress with critical investments in core government operations, public safety, homelessness, children and families, and economic revitalization

Mayor London Breed Releases Balanced Budget that Delivers Key City Priorities to Move San Francisco Forward

Mike Chen, who currently serves on the SFMTA’s Citizens’ Advisory Council, is a longtime advocate for safe and efficient transit

Mayor Breed Nominates Mike Chen to the Board of Directors for the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency

Budget funds the Mayor’s plans to fully staff SFPD, deliver new public safety technologies, continue multi-agency drug market disruption operations, and address staffing at Sheriff and Department of Emergency Management

Mayor London Breed Proposes Budget That Expands Public Safety Investments

The multi-agency Drug Market Agency Coordination Center (DMACC) launched by Mayor Breed in May 2023 and led by the SFPD has yielded significant results targeting open-air drug markets

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