Monday, May 12, 2014

May political events.




May 12, 2014 - Monday

Land Use and Economic Development Committee
When:  May 12, 2014 - Monday
1:30 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
Supervisors:  Scott Wiener, Jane Kim, Malia Cohen
Information: sfbos.org

sftransportation2030.com - London Breed
When:  May 12, 2014 - Monday
5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where:  African-American Art and Culture Center, 762 Fulton Street, San Francisco
What:  Community meeting to learn more about Transportation 20130 with Supervisor London Breed., a strategic infrastructure investment program proposed for November's general election ballot.  Representatives of the SFMTA and San Francisco Public Works will host open house .
Information: Lucy Liu lucy.liu@sfmta.com

D5 Action Meeting
When:  May 12, 2014 - Monday
6:30 p.m.
Where:  1833 Page, San Francisco
What: D5 Action Meeting.  Neighborhood updates and D5 priorities.  
Information: tesw@aol.com


May 13, 2014 - Tuesday

Board of Supervisors
When:  May 13, 2014 - Tuesday
2:00 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors:  David Chiu, John Avalos, London Breed, David Campos, Malia Cohen, Mark Farrell, Jane Kim, Eric Mar, Katy Tang, Scott Wiener, Norman Yee
Information:  sfbos.org

Port Commission
When:  May 13, 2014 - Tuesday
3:15 p.m.
Where:  Port Commission Hearing Room, Second Floor, Ferry Building, San Francisco
Commissioners:  Leslie Katz, Willie Adams, Kimberly Brandon, Mel Murphy, Doreen Woo Ho
Information: sfbos.org

District 6 Stakeholder Meeting
When:  May 13, 2014 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:  Alexander Residence, 230 Eddy Street, San Francisco
What:  District 6 Stakeholder meeting.  Presentations:
Central City Police District changes
222 Hyde Street, the Basement business update
1433 Bush Street Condo Project
1066 Market Street Development
Public Safety Updates
Co-Sponsors:  Alliance for a Better District 6, North of Market Business Association, Tenant Associations Coalition of SF, Tip  Top Market
Information:  415-820-1560

Brown v. Board of Education at 60:  Examining Racial Equity in San Francisco Education
When:  May 13, 2014 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:  California Historical Society, 678 Mission Street, San Francisco
What:  Brown v Board of Education at 60.  Join the San Francisco Human Rights Commission, the Lawyers' Committee of Civil Rights, the University of San Francisco School of Education and Coleman Advocates for Children and Youth for a conversation honoring the 60th Anniversary of the Brown v. Board of Education court decision.  The event will focus on the continuing  legacy  of Brown v. Board of Education and the successes and continued challenges of achieving racial equity in the San Francisco schools.  Moderated by Kimberly Thomas Rapp, the even will include historical context, student reflections, and an interactive panel discussion.  Refreshments will be served.  
Informationcaliforniahistoricalsociety.org

Citizen's Committee on Community Development - Community Meeting
When:  May 13, 2014 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:  Golden Gate Park,   County Fair Building, 1199 9th Avenue, San Francisco
What:  Citizen's Committee on Community Development will host community meeting to discuss the grants that fund Housing, Workforce Development, Economic Development, Public Services and Capital Programs in San Francisco.  
Information:  415-701-5500

Westside Democratic Club  - To "B" or not to "B".
When:  May 13, 2014 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m.
Where:  Taraval  Police Station Community Room, 2345 24th Avenue, San Francisco
What: Westside Democratic Club -   "To "B" or not to "B" Come here both sides debate Proposition B, the waterfront height limit initiative.  Speaking for Prop. B is former Mayor Art Agnos and  Tim Hester from the Yes on B Campaign.  Speaking against Prop. B - Mission Creek resident and advocate, Corinne Woods and San Francisco Housing Action Coalition Executive Director, Tim Colen.
Information:  nancy@fxcrowley.com

San Francisco Pedestrian Safety Advisory Committee
When:  May 13, 2014 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
What:  SF Pedestrian Safety Advisory Committee.  SFPD/SFMTA updates, a brief goal-setting discussion, a draft resolution regarding SFPD enforcement budgeting and an election for the vacant Chair Position.
Information:  sfpsac.com

May 14, 2014 - Wednesday

Budget and Finance Committee
When:  May 14, 2014 - Wednesday
10:30 a.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors:  Mark Farrell, Eric Mar, John Avalos, London Breed, Scott Wiener
Information: sfbos.org

Coit Tower reopening ceremony
When:  May 14, 2014 - Wednesday
11:00 a.m.
Where:  Coit Tower, Telegraph Hill, San Francisco
What:  Reopening of Coit Tower which has been undergoing renovation and mural restoration.  Ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by Recreation and Park Commission President Mark Buell, Mayor Ed Lee and Board of Supervisors PresidentDavid Chiu.

Police Commission
When:  May 14, 2014 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners:  Thomas Mazzucco, Julius Turman, Joe Marshall, Petra DeJesus, Victor Hwang, Suzy Loftus
Information:  sanfranciscopolice.org

Dolores Park Works - Dolores Park Special Meeting
When:  May 14, 2014 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where:  Dolores Park Church, 455 Dolores, San Francisco
What:  Public meeting organized by Mission Dolores Neighborhood Association (MDNA) -
Scott Wiener, District 8 Supervisor
David Campos - District 9 Supervisor
Captain Daniel Perea  - SFPD Mission Station
Phil Ginsburg, Rec & Park General Manager
Jake Gilchrist - Rec & Park Project Manager of Dolores Park Renovation
Marcus Santiago Senior Park Patrol officer
Michelle Pallavicini, RPD Park Service Captain
Isabel Wade - founder of San Francisco Neighborhood Parks Council.
Robert Brust, chair of Dolores Park Works will lead the discussion.
Information:  doloresparkworks.org


San Francisco Young Democrats General Meeting and  local ballot measures June Endorsements
When:  May 14, 2014 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m.
Where:  Mr. Smith's, 34 7th Street, San Francisco
What:  SFYD endorsement meeting for local ballot measures on the June 3rd election.
Speaking also from 2014 elections:
Assessor-Recorder Carmen Chu
District 10 Supervisor Malia Cohen
Representative for Tony Kelly's campaign for Supervisor
Daniel Flores for SF Superior Court Judge
Carol Kingsley for SF Superior Court Judge
Kimberly Williams for SF Superior Court Judge.  
Membership will vote to endorse judicial candidates at next general meeting in June.
Sheriff Ross Mirkarimi will give a report on the Sheriff Department's initiatives on public safety, the jail system and mental illness.
Information:  sfyd.org

Noe Valley Democratic Club - Homelessness in San Francisco:  A Panel Discussion
When:  May 14, 2014 - Wednesday
7:00 p.m. - Neighbor meet and greet
7:30 p.m. - Program
Where:  St. Philip's Church, 725 Diamond Street, San Francisco
What:  Noe Valley Democratic Club -  Homelessness in San Francisco:  A Panel Discussion
Panel participants include:
Bevan Dufty - Director of Housing Opportunity, Partnerships, and Engagement (HOPE SF)
Dr. Kim Norman, UCSF Dept of Psychiatry
Jennifer Friedenbach, Direction of the Coalition on Homelessness.
Information:  molly@ffrsf.com

Lez Elect Campos!
When:  May 14, 2014 - Wednesday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where:  Lexington Club, 3464 19th Street, San Francisco 
What:  Come meet Supervisor David Campos and show your support in getting him elected to the State Assembly.
Information:   davidcampossf.com  

May 15, 2014 - Thursday

Neighborhood Services and Safety Committee
When: May 15, 2014 - Wednesday
10:00 a.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
Supervisors:  David Campos, Eric Mar, Norman Yee
Information: sfbos.org

Budget and Finance Committee
When:  May 15, 2014 - Thursday
10:00 a.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors:  Mark Farrell, Eric Mar, John Avalos, London Breed, Scott Wiener
Information:  sfbos.org

Recreation and Park Commission
When:  May 15, 2014 - Thursday
10:00 a.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 416, San Francisco
Commissioners:  Mark Buell, Allan Low, Gloria Bonilla, Tom Harrison, Meagan Levitan, Eric McDonnell
Information:  sfrecpark.org

Planning Commission
When:  May 15, 2014 - Thursday
Noon
Where:  City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners:  Cindy Wu, Rodney Fong, Michael Antonini, Gwyneth Borden, Rich Hillis, Kathrin Moore, Hisashi Sugaya
Information: sf-planning.org

Betty Yee - Reception
When:  May 15, 2014 - Thursday
5:30 p..m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: 1300 on Fillmore Restaurant and Lounge, 1300 Fillmore Street, San Francisco
What:  Reception for Betty Yee - Candidate for State Controller.
Host Committee:  Carole Migden, David Chiu, Suzy Jones, Jefferson Coombs, Nancy Kirshner-Rodriguez, Julie Soo
RSVP by May 12, 2014:   Patricia Cheng Patricia@BettyYee.com
Contribution:  $100., $250., $500., $1,000
Contribute: BettyYee.com

Community Forum on Proposed Development for 16th Street and Mission Plaza
When:  May 15, 2014 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:  Victoria Theatre, 2961 16th Street, San Francisco
What:  Community Forum on proposed development for 16th Street and Mission Plaza hosted by The Plaza 16 Coalition.  Learn more about the largest market rate development in this history of the Mission will impact neighborhood residents, community organizations and mom and pop businesses.  
Be part of a community-based effort where the needs of people come before the needs of multimillion-dollar profits.
Information:  Plaza16.org

3rd on Third After Party/Fundraiser for David Chiu
When:  May 15, 2014 - Thursday
8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Where:  Old Skool Cafe, 1429 Mendell Street, San Francisco
What: 3rd on Third After Party for David Chiu.  Join Tyra Fennell, Ayanna Jenkins-Toney, Leah Taylor Pimentel, Antoinette Mobley, Kristine Mays, Qiana Nicks-Davis, Mama Armstead for a fun filled night of food and music in support of David Chu.  
Information:  votedavidchiu.com

May 16, 2014 - Friday

Local Agency Formation Commission City and County of San Francisco
When:  May 16, 2014 - Friday
2:00 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Commissioners:  London Breed, John Avalos, David Campos, Eric Mar, Hope Schmeltzer, Leah Pimentel
Information: sfbos.org

David Chiu - May Last Call Happy Hour
When:  May 16, 2014 - Friday
5:30  p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where:  Local Edition, 691 Market, San Francisco
What:  David Chiu - May Last Call Happy Hour.  Just days away from the last campaign finance deadline before the June 3rd primary.  $50. $100. $250., $1,000. $4,100.
Information:  votedavidchiu.com


May 17, 2014 - Saturday

Bernal Heights Neighborhood Center - Community Congress
When:  May 17, 2014 - Saturday
9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where:  Bernal Heights Neighborhood Center, 515 Cortland Avenue, San Francisco
What: Come Together.    Bernal Heights Neighborhood Center Community Congress.  Calling all community members, neighbors, friends, allies and families.  
Breakout Sessions:
Community Policing/Youth-Police Relations
Neighborhood Collaborations
Housing Anti-Displacement
St. Luke's Services/Sutter/CPMC Development Agreement
Building Relationships with Seniors
Information:  Ailed Paningbatan apaningbatan@bhnc.org

10th Annual Hill Physicians Asian Heritage Street Celebration produced by AsianWeek Foundation
When:  May 17, 2014 - Saturday
11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Where:  In front of the Asian Art Museum, Larkin and McAllister Streets,  leading up to the Little Saigon District. San Francisco. Free, open to the public.
What Asian Heritage Street Celebration.  
Informationasianfairsf.com

Community Briefing:  The future of St. Luke's Hospital in Our Community
When:  May 17, 2014 - Saturday
2:30 p.m.
Where:  Bernal Heights Neighborhood Center, 515 Cortland Avenue, San Francisco
What:  Join Bernal Heights Neighborhood Center and San Franciscans for Healthcare, Housing, Jobs and Justice to learn about recent cuts at St Luke's Hospital, discuss community needs for the new St. Luke's and get updates on the community benefits won in the campaign to keep St. Luke's Hospital open.


May 18, 2014 - Sunday

Bay to Breakers 2014 
When:  May 18, 2014 - Sunday
8:00 a.m. - Race Starts
10:30 a.m. - Awards Ceremony
Informationbaytobreakers.com

Afternoon with David Campos - Brunch/Fundraiser
When:  May 18, 2014 - Sunday
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. (change in time)
Where:  218 Genebern Way, San Francisco
What:  David Campos for Assembly Brunch/Fundraiser.  
Host Committee:  Brenda Barros, Karla Garcia, Estela Garcia, Itala Portal, Nancy Eligio-Andrade, Lourdes Alarcon, Roma Guy, Maria Luz Torre, Lolita Preza, Sarah Souza,  Gladys Soto, Giovanna Soto
Suggested Donation: $50. 
RSVP:  holderg@sbcglobal.net 

May 19, 2014 - Monday

sftransportation2030.com -  John Avalos
When:  May 19, 2014 - Monday
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. 
Where:   IT Bookman Community Center, 446 Randolph Street, San Francisco
What:  Community meeting to learn more about Transportation 20130 with Supervisor  John Avalos, a strategic infrastructure investment program proposed for November's general election ballot.  Representatives of the SFMTA and San Francisco Public Works will host open house .
Information: Lucy Liu lucy.liu@sfmta.com

San Francisco Democratic Women in Action Membership and Endorsement Meeting
When:  May 19, 2014 - Monday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:  First Unitarian Universalist Society of San Francisco, 1187 Franklin Street, San Francisco
What:  SF Democratic Women in Action Spring General  Membership  and Endorsement Meeting.
Candidates Meet and Greet.  
RSVP:  axsf2@hotmail.com

Middle Polk Neighborhood Association Waterfront Development
When:  May 19, 2014 - Monday
6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where:  St. Paulus Lutheran Church, 1541 Polk Street, San Francisco
What:  Middle Polk Neighborhood Association meeting.  Discussing the June ballot initiative about Waterfront Development.  Will hear both for and against arguments.
Information:  Frank Cannata frank@middlepolk.org 

SF League of Pissed-off Voters - June Election Voter Guide Release Party!
When:  May 19, 2014 - Monday
7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Where:  Virgil's Sea Room 3152 Mission Street, San Francisco
What:  SF League of Pissed-off Voters Voter Guide Release Party.  Grab a drink and a stack of guides.  Educate your friends, family and roommates.  Around 8:00 p.m. will go over the more complicated bits of the ballot.
Information:  theleague.com/sf

May 20, 2014 - Tuesday

sftransportation2030.com -  Jane Kim
When:  May 20, 2014 - Tuesday 
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. 
Where:   South of Market Rec Center, 270 6th Street, San Francisco
What:  Community meeting to learn more about Transportation 20130 with  Supervisor  Jane  Kim   a strategic infrastructure investment program proposed for November's general election ballot.  Representatives of the SFMTA and San Francisco Public Works will host open house .
Information: Lucy Liu lucy.liu@sfmta.com

May 21, 2014 - Wednesday

APAPA Bay Area Youth Leadership - Assembly District 17 Town Hall Debate - David Campos and David Chiu
When:  May 21, 2014 - Wednesday
5:00 p.m. - Doors open
6:00 p.m. - Program
Where:  San Francisco Main Library, Koret Auditorium, 100 Larkin Street, San Francisco
What:  APAPA-SF is holding a town hall debate for the Assembly District 17 race.  Both candidates will be speaking about their campaigns and the pressing issues facing the API community in the District.
Information:  apapa.org/bac/pdf/bac_townhall_05-21-2014

San Francisco Tomorrow Annual Awards Dinner
When:  May 21, 2014 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m. Reception
7:00 p.m. Dinner
Where:  Delancey Street, 600 The Embarcadero, San Francisco
What:  San Francisco Tomorrow Annual Awards Dinner.
Jack Morrison Lifetime Achievement Award:  Rebecca Evans - Environment Champion
Unsung Heroes - Tim Redmond - Progressive Journalist
Sara Shortt and Tommi Avicolli Mecca - Housing Rights Committee
Keynote Address:  Former Mayor Art Agnos.
2014 SFT Patrons:  Tom Ammiano, Mark Leno, Jennifer Clary, Aaron Peskin and Nancy Shanahan, Sue Bushnell, Bernie Choden and Lois Scott, Denise D'Anne, Angelo Figone, Robert Friese, Brenda Doyle Jeffers, Andreas Katz, Tony Kelly, James Lew, Esther Marks, Mary Anne Miller, Jane Morrison, Jake Sigg, Peter Straus, Steve Williams
Sponsors:  Eddie Chin, Bruce Balshone, R. Joseph Bernard, John Casserly, Sue Cauthen, Aruthur Chang, Joni Eisen, Robert Erickson, Arthur Feinstein, Aaron Goodman, Ruth Gravanis, Joann Hendricks, Gerry Hurtado, Judy Irving, Pelican Media, Charlotte Maeck, Zoanne Nordstrom, Glenn Rogers, Nan and Nathan Ross, Adam Scow, Edward Van Egri, Johanna Wald, Howard Wong, Claire Zvanski
RSVP:  Jane Morrison 415-564-1482 by May 15th.  

sftransportation2030.com -   Eric Mar
When:   May 21, 2014 - Wednesday
 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. 
Where:   Richmond Recreation Center, 251 18th Avenue, San Francisco 
What:  Community meeting to learn more about Transportation 20130 with  Supervisor   Eric Mar  a strategic infrastructure investment program proposed for November's general election ballot.  Representatives of the SFMTA and San Francisco Public Works will host open house .
Information: Lucy Liu lucy.liu@sfmta.com

District 5 Democratic Club - June Election
When:  May 21, 2014 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:  Martin Macks, 1568 Haight Street, San  Francisco 
What:  District 5 Democratic Club meeting - June Election.  
Meet candidates running for Judge and Assembly and list to the pros and cons of various ballot measures.  
Information:  d5dems.org

San Francisco Young Democrats Awards Ceremony
When:  May 21, 2014 - Wednesday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where:  Chambers eat + Drink, 601 Eddy Street, San Francisco
What: Join the San Francisco Young Democrats over food and drinks as the honor Former Assemblymember Fiona Ma for Advocate of the Year and Supervisor Katy Tang for Young Democrat  of the Year.  Hors d'oeuvres will be provided.  $40. non member (includes membership)
$20 individual ticks for SFYD members.
SFYD members ho bring two new members to the event will get to attend for free.
Tickets: secure.actblue.com/contribute/page/sfydawards2014

May 22, 2014 - Thursday

Harvey Milk's 84th Birthday Party - Let's Make History Again
When:  May 22, 2014 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
7:00 short speaking program
Where:  Beaux, 2344 Market Street, San Francisco
What:  Harvey Milk's 84th Birthday Party.  Join the Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club, former State Senator Carole Migden, State Assemblymember Tom Ammiano and Supervisor David  Campos for a celebration of Harvey's life on what would be his 84th birthday.
Featuring
Harvey Milk-shakes prepared at the bar
50/50 raffle prize
Birthday care and cupcakes
Harvey Milk Club 1-shirts for sale
Live DJ and a special performance
Information: milkclub.org

May 25, 2014 - Sunday

San Francisco African American Historical and Cultural Society
When:  May 25, 2014 - Sunday
3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Where:  762 Fulton Street, 2nd Floor, San Francisco
What:  San Francisco African American Historical and Cultural  Society  -  General Membership meeting and Reception.
Guest Speaker:  Kimberly Toney Williams - Assistant District Attorney and Candidate for Judge -
"African Americans and the Criminal Justice System".
Installation of Presidents Plaque
Information: info@sfaahcs.org sfaahcs.org

May 26, 2014 - Monday

Memorial Day
When: May 26, 2014 - Monday
10:30 a.m. Grand March
11:00 a.m. - Program
Where:  San Francisco National Cemetery (at the Presidio), San Francisco
What:  Memorial Day Ceremony.  Honor and Remember
Information:  presidio.gov



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