Gary Delagnes, San Francisco POA
Moderator: Phil Matier from the San Francisco Chronicle
On Thursday, August 4th I attended San Francisco Mayoral Debate held at the Marines Memorial Theater co-hosted by San Francisco Police Officer's Association and the Firefighters Local 798.
Debate opened with Gary Delagnes, President of the San Francisco Police Officer's Association giving opening remarks and the moderator, Phil Matier - a columnist for the San Francisco Chronicle - asked the first question "What do you think of Ed Lee changing his mine about running for mayor" Entertaining and interesting response from the candidates in attendance: Phil Ting, Joanna Rees, Dennis Herrera, Bevan Dufty, Michela Alioto-Pier and David Chiu.
August 8, 2011 - Monday
Ballot Simplification Committee
When: August 8, 2011 - Monday
9:00 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
What: Agenda:
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Charter Amendment: City Retirement and Health Care Benefits
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Initiative Charter Amendment: Retirement Benefits for City Employees (pending
qualification)
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Discussion and possible approval of “Words You Need to Know”
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Discussion and possible approval of other informational materials for the Voter
Information Pamphlet
Ballot Simplification Committee: Betty Packard, June Fraps, Ann Jorgensen, Adele Fasick, Christine Unruh
Information: sfgov2.org
Ethics Commission
When: August 8, 2011 - Monday
5:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 408, San Francisco
Commissioners: Beverly Hayon, Benedict Y. Hur, Dorothy S. Liu, Jamienne S. Studley, Charles L. Ward
Information: sfethics.org
When: August 8, 2011 - Monday
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: GLBT History Museum, 4127 18th Street, San Francisco
What: Living-history panel recounts four decades of organizing and advocacy by the Alice B. Toklas LGBT Democratic Club. Panel:
Phyllis Lyon cofounder of the first lesbian organization in the United States and friend of Alice founder Jim Foster.
Gary Miller - founding member of Alice and President of the club in 1975.
Connie O'Connor - Alice president 1980-1982.
Pam David - Alice Leader and first Lesbian appointed to the Mayor's Office of Community Development by Art Agnos in 1990.
Andrea Shorter - 1st African American out lesbian on Community College Board of Trustees in America - took office in 1997.
Theresa Sparks - first transgender cochair of Alice -2001-2003
Information: alicebtoklas.org
Duboce Triangle Neighborhood Association, Castro Eureka Valley Association Mayoral Forum
When: August 8, 2011 - Monday
7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Where: Castro Theatre, 429 Castro, San Francisco
What: Mayoral Candidates Forum
Moderator - Liam Mayclem of "Eye on the Bay".
Candidates: Michael Alioto-Pier, John Avalos, David Chiu,Bevan Dufty, Tony Hall, DennisHerrera, Joanna Rees, Phil Ting and Leland Yee.
August 9, 2011 - Tuesday
Ballot Simplification Committee
When: August 9, 2011 - Tuesday
9:00 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 408, San Francisco
What: Agenda:
1. Possible continuation of agenda items from meeting on Monday, August 8
2. Any measures that have qualified or may qualify for the November 8, 2011, ballot and have not yet been considered by the Ballot Simplification Committee
3. Discussion and possible approval of “Words You Need to Know”
4. Discussion and possible approval of other informational materials for the Voter Information
Ballot Simplification Committee: Betty Packard, June Fraps, Ann Jorgensen, Adele Fasick, Christine Unruh
Information: sfgov2.org
2011 Entertainment Industry Summit
When: August 9, 2011 - Tuesday
1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: Koret Auditorium, San Francisco Main Library, San Francisco
What: Purpose of the Summit is to unveil a new online entertainment tool, share industry best practices and updates on legislation that will enhance music opportunities.
Specifically, the Entertainment Commission, along with SFPD Command staff and others in the City Family, will present "PromoterSF", San Francisco's new database for promoters doing business in the City. There will be an opportunity to help with the City's first Economic Impact Study of the night life sector. Plus, they will present the new Limited Live Performance Permit, created for cafes, restaurants and small venues to add more opportunities for musicians in San Francisco.
Come to meet, exchange ideas and explore opportunities for collaborations to foster vibrant and safe night life in San Francisco. The Summit is for owners and operators, promoters, security companies, artists and anyone interested in the topic.
The Summit is hosted by the Entertainment Commission and SFPD and co-sponsored by CMAC.
San Francisco School Board Meeting
When: August 9, 2011 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: Irving G. Breyer Board Meeting Room, 555 Franklin Street, San Francisco
What: http://www.sfusd.edu/en/assets/sfusd-staff/about-SFUSD/files/board-agendas/Agenda892011.pdf
School Members: Hydra Mendoza, Norman Yee, Sandra Lee Fewer, Kim-Shree Maufas, Emily M. Murase, Rachael Norton, Jill Wynns
Information: sfusd.edu
Entertainment Commission Meeting
When: August 9, 2011 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
What: Agenda: http://www.sfgov2.org/index.aspx?page=2791
Commissioners: John Newlin, Audrey Joseph, Justin Roja, Tim Benetti, Glendon Hyde, Neal Cavellini, Al Perez
Information: sfgov2.org
August 10, 2011 - Wednesday
Ballot Simplification Committee
When: August 10, 2011 - Wednesday
9:00 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 408, San Francisco
What: Agenda:
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Discussion and possible action concerning Requests for Reconsideration of digests
approved on or after Wednesday, August 3. Requests for Reconsideration will be placed
in the public file of the Department of Elections and posted at www.sfelections.org/bsc as
soon as possible after receipt.
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Discussion and possible approval of “Words You Need to Know”
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Discussion and possible approval of other informational materials for the Voter
Information Pamphlet
Ballot Simplification Committee: Betty Packard, June Fraps, Ann Jorgensen, Adele Fasick, Christine Unruh
San Francisco Police Commission
When: August 10, 2011 -Wednesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
What: Agenda: http://sf-police.org/index.aspx?page=3820
Commissioners: Thomas Mazzucco, Joe Marshall, Petra DeJesus, Julus Turman, Angela Chan, Carol Kingsley, R. James Slaughter
Information: sf-police.org
FDR Democratic Club Meeting
When: August 10, 2011 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: San Francisco Main Library, 100 Larkin Street, San Francisco
What: You are invited to attend the organizational meeting of the FDR Democratic Club for Seniors (55 and older) and Persons with Disabilities. Everyone is welcome.
Joanna Rees - Talk of the Neighborhood - North Beach
When: August 10, 2011 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: Cavalli Cafe, 1441 Stockton Street, San Francisco
What: Talk of the Neighborhood - North Beach
Information: joinjoanna.com
Noe Valley Democratic Club's 8th Annual Summer Fundraiser
When: August 10, 2011 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Joe's 24th Street Cafe, 3853 24th Street, San Francisco
What: You are cordially invited to attend the Noe Valley Democratic Club's 8th Annual Summer Fundraiser. Come join them to celebrate summer at the NVDC Summer Bash.
Suggested Donation: $35.
Please RSVP by August 9th
RSVP by August 9th: Hunter HLS5@ibew1245.com or Andy Andy@ffrs.com
August 11, 2011 - Thursday
Ballot Simplification Committee
When: August 11, 2011 - Thursday
9:00 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 408, San Francisco
What: Agenda:
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Discussion and possible action concerning Requests for Reconsideration of digests
approved on or after Wednesday, August 3. Requests for Reconsideration will be placed
in the public file of the Department of Elections and posted at www.sfelections.org/bsc as
soon as possible after receipt.
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Discussion and possible approval of “Words You Need to Know”
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Discussion and possible approval of other informational materials for the Voter
Information Pamphlet
Ballot Simplification Committee: Betty Packard, June Fraps, Ann Jorgensen, Adele Fasick, Christine Unruh
San Francisco Planning Commission
When: August 11, 2011 - Thursday
Noon
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
What: Agenda: http://www.sf-planning.org/index.aspx?page=2886
Commissioners: Christine Olague, Ron Miguel, Michael Antonini, Gwyneth Borden, Rodney Fong, Kathrin Moore, Hisashi Sugaya
Information: sf-planning.org
SFWPC - Meet candidates for Sheriff
When: August 11, 2011 - Thursday
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Noble Bar, 600 Polk Street, San Francisco
What: Happy Hour. Join the San Francisco Women's Political Committee (SFWPC) in meeting the candidates for Sheriff:
Ross Mirkarmimi, Paul Miyamoto, Chris Cunnie
Sheriff's Shooter will be the SFWPC featured drink at this event.
Information: sfwpc.org
2011 San Francisco Mayoral Debate
When: August 11, 2011 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: African American Art and Cultural Complex, 762 Fulton Street, San Francisco
What: San Francisco Young Democrats, Alice B. Toklas Democratic Club and the City Democratic Club invite you to the 2011 San Francisco Mayoral Debate.
In partnership with the Huffington Post and YouTube,
Melissa Griffin will be the evening's Moderator, with commentary from Beth Spotswood and Pollo.
Light refreshments will be provided.
Steven T. Jones - Tribes of Burning Man
When : August 11, 2011 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: San Francisco Main Library, Latino Hispanic meeting room, 100 Larking Street, San Francisco
What: Join Bay Guardian City Editor Steven T. Jones - author of "The Tribes of Burning Man: How an Experimental City in the Desert is Shaping the New American Counterculture" along with artist JessicaHobbs and other special guests - for a reading and discussion of burner culture and where it's headed.
August 13, 2011 - Saturday
Bevan Dufty Roadmap to Victory Event
When: August 13, 2011 - Saturday
10:30 a.m. to Noon
Where: Bevan Dufty Headquarters2280 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Join Bevan Dufty for Mayor campaign and they unveil their plan for the last 75 days of the campaign and their "25 in 75" program which will serve as their road map to victory.
RSVP rsvp@bevandufty.com
38th Annual Nihonmachi Street Fair
When: August 13, 2011 - Saturday
11:00 a.m.
Where: Japantown, San Francisco
Information: http://www.nihonmachistreetfair.org/
18th Annual Pistahan Parade and Festival
When: August 13, 2011 - Saturday
11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Where: Yerba Buena Gardens, 4th and Mission Street, San Francisco
Information: http://www.pistahan.net/
Important!Rescheduled - African American Democratic Club - Endorsement Meeting
Rescheduled - to September 10, 2011 - Saturday
Noon to 6:00 p.m.
Where: Rasselas Jazz Club,1534 Fillmore Street, San Francisco
What: Endorsement meeting.
Information: http://aadcsf.com/
August 14, 2011 - Sunday
Sunday Streets - Civic Center/Tenderloin
When: August 14, 2011 - Sunday
11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: Civic Center, Golden Gate Avenue, O'Farrell, Ellis, Polk
Information: sundaystreetssf.com
Potrero Hill Democratic Club - 3rd Annual Members Party and "Shop Local"Silent Auction
When: August 14, 2011 - Sunday
2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Where: Bottom of the Hill,1233 17th, San Francisco
What: Live jazz, great food from Club members and local businesses, no-host bar, outdoor patio, fabulous items to bid on from local merchants and neighbors.
Open to members and guests -but you can join at the door.
Information: phdemclub.org
San Francisco Transit Riders Union - Fundraiser
When: August 14, 2011 - Sunday
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Where: Buck Tavern, 1655 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Fundraiser for San Francisco Transit Riders Union. SFTRU is working to unite current and future transit riders for an excellent, affordable, and growing public transit system.
Information: sftru.org
August 15, 2011 - Monday
San Francisco Arts Democratic Club - Endorsement Vote
When: August 15, 2011 - Monday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Mission Cultural Center, 2868 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Endorsement Meeting.
Information: sfadc.org
Central City Democrats - Endorsement Meeting
When: August 15, 2011- Monday
6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: 201 Turk Street Family Apartments Community Room, 201 Turk Street, San Francisco
What: Endorsement meeting for November ballot. Listen to November 8th candidates seeking their endorsement/support.
Information: 339-8683
Joanna Rees - Talk of the Neighborhood - Cole Valley
When: August 15, 2011 - Monday
6:00 p.m.
Where: Reverie Coffee Cafe, 848 Cole Street, San Francisco
What: Meet and greet with Joanna Rees.
Information: joinjoanna.com
August 16, 2011 - Tuesday
SPUR - Funding San Francisco Recreation and Parks
When: August 16, 2011 - Tuesday
12:30 p.m.
Where: SPUR, 654 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Join Recreation and Parks Director Phil Ginsburg, San Francisco and Parks Commission ChairMark Buell and SPUR Good Government Director Corey Marshall discuss long-term revenue solutions to grow the department's operations. $5. - non-members
Information: http://www.spur.org/
Alliance for Jobs and Sustainable Growth - Mayoral Candidate Debate
When: August 16, 2011 - Tuesday
5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. - VIP Reception
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. - Forum
Where: UCSF, Mission Bay Conference Center, 1675 Owens Street, San Francisco
What: Alliance for Jobs and Sustainable Growth - Mayoral Candidate Debate, VIP Cocktail Reception
Honoring the service of San Francisco's mayors and 2011 Mayoral Candidate Debate
Moderated by Phil Matier
Invited Guests Include:
38th Mayor - Senator Dianne Feinstein
39th Mayor - Art Agnos
40th Mayor - Frank Jordan
41st Mayor - Willie Brown
42nd Mayor - Lt. Governor Gavin Newsom
43rd Mayor - Mayor Ed Lee
San Francisco Supervisors: Eric Mar, Mark Farrell, Carmen Chu, Ross Mirkarimi, Jane Kim, Sean Elsbernd, Scott Wiener, David Campos and Malia Cohen
The list of participating mayoral candidates will be determined at a later date.
Ticket Information: allianceforjobs.org events@allianceforjobs.org
San Francisco Redistricting Task Force
When: August 16, 2011 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
What: Special meeting - San Francisco Redistrict Task Force.
Information: sfgov2.0rg
August 17, 2011 - Wednesday
Social Security's 76th Birthday
When: August 17, 2011 - Wednesday
11:00 a.m.
Where: 1 Post Street, San Francisco
What: Celebrate Social Security's 76th Birthday. Tell Senator Feinstein to stand up for Social Security.
Join a coalition of senior, labor, and community organizations to celebrate America's most successful social insurance program and urge Senator Feinstein, President Obama, and Congress to oppose efforts to balance the budget by cutting Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid.
Information: californiaalliance.org
David Chiu - Happy Hour for David Chiu at the Brick Yard
When: August 17, 2011 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: Brick Yard, 1787 Union Street, San Francisco
What: Fundraiser for David Chiu. $25.
Information: bit.ly/dcbrickyard
Latino Democratic Club - Membership meeting
When: August 17, 2011 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m.
Where: Don Ramon's, 225 11th Street, San Francisco
What: Membership meeting
Information: sflatinodemclub.cum
San Francisco Democratic Party - Endorsement Meeting
When: August 17, 2011 - Wednesday
7:00 p.m.
Where: State Building, 455 Golden Gate Avenue, Milton Marks Auditorium, San Francisco
What: San Francisco Democratic Party - November Endorsement Meeting
Information: sfdemocrats.orgsfdemocrats.org
August 18, 2011 - Thursday
Fillmore Neighborhood Association and District 5 Democratic Club Mayoral Debate
When: August 18, 2011 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: West Bay Conference Center, 1290 Fillmore Street, San Francisco
What: Fillmore/Lower Fillmore Neighborhood Association and District 5 Democratic Club would like to invite you to attend their first community Mayoral Debate.
Information or to RSVP - fillmoreneighbors@gmail.com 415-424-0155
August 23, 2011 - Tuesday
San Francisco Arts Democratic Club - Mayoral Arts Forum
When: August 23, 2011 -Tuesday
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, 701 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Mayoral Arts Forum
Phil Ting - Reset Hot Button Panel on Muni Reform
When: August 23, 2011 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m.to 9:00 p.m.
Where: San Francisco County Fair Building, Golden Gate Park, 1199 9th Avenue, San Francisco
What: Phil Ting and the Reset San Francisco community are holding an Ask an Expert Panel Discussion, where we'll bring thought leaders together to discuss solutions for making San Francisco's public transportation actual work better - for all of us.
RSVP: bit.ly/rsvp-munibit.ly/rsvp-muni
August 24, 2011 - Wednesday
Wallenberg Jewish Democratic Club Debate
When: August 24, 2011- Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Kanbar Hall at the Jewish Community Center of San Francisco, 3200 California Street San Francisco
August 25, 2011 - Thursday
San Francisco Young Democrats - 2011 Ball in Blue
When: August 25, 2011 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: 111 Minna, San Francisco
What: Join the San Francisco Young Democrats at the 2011 Ball in Blue. They will be honoring longtime Democrat, Jane Morrison, with the SF Young Dems Legacy Award. Cocktails, decadent hors d'oeuvres and dancing. $35. up
Tickets: secure.actblue.com/page/sfbibsecure.actblue.com/page/sfbib
Noe Valley Democratic Club, Friends of Noe Valley, Upper Noe Neighbors and the Noe Valley Merchants Association Mayoral Forum
When: August 25, 2011 - Thursday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
What: Noe Valley Democratic Club, Friends of Noe Valley, Upper Noe Neighbors and the Noe Valley Merchants Association Mayoral Forum.
Where: James Lick Middle School, 1220 Noe Street, San Francisco
Information: molly@ffrsf.com
August 26, 2011 - Thursday
NTanya Lee's Send-Off Party
When: August 26, 2011 - Thursday
4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where: Coleman Advocates, 459 Vienna Street, San Francisco
What: Sending off NTanya Lee, Executive Director of Coleman Advocates after 11 years.
Snacks and beverages will be provided.
Please RSVP Chelsea at cboilard@colemanadvocates.org
August 30, 2011- Tuesday
Potrero Hill Democratic Club, Potrero Boosters Neighborhood Association - Mayoral Candidate Debate
When: August 30, 2011 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: International Studies Academy, 655 De Haro, San Francisco
What: Join Potrero Hill Democratic Club and Potrero Boosters Neighborhood Association for a SF mayoral candidate debate. The debate will consist of four rounds of candidates asking questions of other candidates. Each round of questions has a particular subject, listed below:
Round One: Creating Careers for San Franciscans (jobs, the economy)
Round Two: Preventing cuts to our services (budget, transit, parks)
Round Three: Keeping families here (housing, schools)
Round Four: Supporting livable neighborhoods (health, safety)
Information: phdemclub.org, potreroboosters.org
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