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Encampments on Page and Gough

LAST UPDATE: SAT OCT 7th > Neighbors and businesses on and around Page and Gough have been stressed with the ongoing encampment crisis at this location. This morning the City instructed the encampments to move around the corner while a new street light was being installed. A representative of HVSafe was on the scene and spoke to SFPD and an outreach worker. We were told that there is nothing that can be done and that this issue lies in the …

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Founder Blocked from HVNA Meeting Again

Richard made numerous attempts to attend the HVNA Public Safety Meeting last night. He was blocked repeatedly. While this is not the first case of such problematic behavior by the HVNA this occurrence comes on the heels of a major fire that occurred last week on Octavia. Richard as a community leader and HVNA member was eager to attend as a means of being informed. He did register for the meeting a day prior so this fiasco of an outcome …

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Freeway Commemoration Project Update

A quick note We’ve been asked if there are any new developments or details to share on the Freeway Commemoration Project. Here are our observations on what is unfolding as the red flags đźš© 🚩🚩 continue to persist. 2. Leadership conflicts of interest continue with HVNA and HVMA’s presidents at the helm. 3. To date we have submitted 3 disclosure requests on this matter: 2 in 2021 and 1 this year. An order of determination against Rich Hillis and the …

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Skateboard Sign and Ramps at Patricia’s Green

LAST UPDATE: December 21st We were prompted of a skateboard sign and ramps newly installed at Patricia’s Green. The sign installation was captured on Twitter. Definitely not a sign Public Works would post there. That’s not a Public Works employee. We don’t have unmarked white hardhats like that and there is no logo on the vest. This is some classic monkeywrenching going on. A continuation of what’s been taking place with the rogue skate ramps along Octavia Blvd adjacent to …

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Head West Market SFMTA Permit 2023

Permit history 2024 Permit History 2025 permit renewal update Communications May 10, 2023 Read our pre hearing letter to SFMTA and ISCOTT UPDATE: May 9, 2023 Dear Neighbors: A SFMTA ISCOTT hearing is slated for this Thursday at 9 am for a proposed Head West event venue change. If approved 2 more event dates will be added for this year. Below are details of what has transpired thus far. Communications by Head West has been dismal and frustrating. They have …

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Lyft Bike Station on Octavia at Hayes

We’ve checked in with SFMTA regarding the Lyft Bike Station now located on Octavia at Hayes. Update provided: “This is just a temporary move for construction related to the Laguna St/Hayes location. Once the construction is finished, the bikeshare station will go back to its originally legislated area.

HVSafe Letter to Board of Supervisors Re: Reappointment of Cindy Elias

We’re sharing our recent correspondence to the BOS regarding the reappointment of Cindy Elias. (See agenda item #15) We recognize taking a position is often fraught with apprehension, but we believe it’s critical for the health of civic dialogue, advocacy and the right to redress. Dear Board of Supervisors: Public Safety has never been more important to San Franciscans. The role of the Police Commissioner should not be taken lightly. Therefore we/HVSafe recommend that the board reconsider not re-appointing Cindy …

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Who is the Hayes Valley Public Safety Committee?

We prompted you a while back of the confusing title status of the HVNA Public Safety Committee aka Hayes Valley Public Safety Committee lead by Bob Barnwell here. Our point is further corroborated with the details of an upcoming HVNA meeting where they HVNA is also referencing Bob’s Committee and linking to its Public Safety Committee. It’s time Bob admits he represents one and the same.

End of Year Message

As we end 2022 we want to reflect on the collective efforts by our community members and partners. Entering our 3rd year at HVSafe we are invigorated and optimistic about our role as a young organization responsible for advocating for quality of life needs and interests for neighbors and small businesses. We view our partnership with you as one that is bilateral and necessary in providing critical representation for the Hayes Valley neighborhood. Here are a few bullet points of …

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