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A Neighborhood Communications Committee Blocked Out

January 27, 2026August 18, 2023

In June 2020 the encampment crisis was in full swing. Octavia Blvd and a number of locations around Hayes Valley were plagued with tents. There was a rat infestation occurring on and near Parcel R &S (Hayes Valley Art Works). We were in the beginning stages of COVID and concerns and nerves were on the rise. As mentioned in our previous post the HVNA Communications Committee Chairs1 were functioning on an island on their own, shut out from the HVNA …

Hayes Valley News & Updates

October 5, 2026March 22, 2023

A running record of developments, documentation, and public process surrounding Hayes Street and civic governance in Hayes Valley. Last updated October 5, 2026 🗓 October 2026 Explore the Latest AnalysisIn-depth reporting and policy analysis examining the decisions, public processes, and civic issues shaping Hayes Street and the wider Hayes Valley community. Weekly Logs Hayes Street Closure• Permit Non-Compliance• Weekly Activity Summary• Farmers Market Conditions NEW Podcast! • Episode 38In this episode, we sit down for a candid round table discussion about …

End of Year Message

December 23, 2025December 30, 2022

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 …

Hayes Valley Freeway Commemoration Project FAQ

November 13, 2022November 12, 2022

You have a lot of information on your site, it’s a lot to sift through – can you give me the short version of what is going on here? Answer: A well intended commemoration project for the freeway removal has morphed into a project that is completely unrecognizable. A small group created the vision, held a design contest, had a sham vote, and then chose a family member and a leaseholder of the parcel adjacent to Patricia’s Green as the …

Takeaways from MOCAC Meeting (6.21.22) part 8

February 1, 2026June 28, 2022

Takeaways from MOCAC Meeting (6.21.22) …the Freeway Commemoration Project continued Representatives of HVSafe attended Tuesday’s MOCAC Meeting. The Freeway Commemoration Project was item 4 on the agenda. Below are bullet points of what was shared at this meeting. We remain steadfast in keeping you informed of developments of this looming project which will impact Hayes Valley while we continue to advocate for a new and transparent approach amidst a lack of community awareness and process. Highlights: Other Observations & Commentary: …

Behind the Scenes Series

November 24, 2025June 23, 2022

“Leaders who do not act dialogically, but insist on imposing their decisions, do not organize the people–they manipulate them. They do not liberate, nor are they liberated: they oppress.” “Do remember, though, that sometimes the people you oppress become mightier than you would like.”

Takeaways from Appointed Design Team’s Workshop (6.9.22) part 7

May 20, 2025June 17, 2022

Takeaways from Appointed Design Team’s Workshop (6.9.22) Here are some bullet points of the appointed design team’s workshop for the Freeway Commemoration Project which was held last Thursday, June 9th: next post: part 8 Takeaways from Mocac Meeting

The Podcast

September 4, 2026April 19, 2022

Welcome to our round table chat. We explore the issues around us and the challenges impacting civic engagement in San Francisco. NEW! Episode 38In this episode, we sit down for a candid round table discussion about civic dialogue in Hayes Valley, the ongoing Hayes Street closure, neighborhood politics, and the importance of civic intelligence in understanding the decisions shaping our community. Recorded 7/30/2026. Referenced: Informational Poster in Hayes ValleyParcel K Community Board Episode 37 In this episode we catch up …

The Freeway Commemoration Project: part 2

August 9, 2026August 14, 2021

San Francisco Parks Alliance Project Project Red Flags As cited in our initial post here, HVSafe was prompted last month about several shenanigans pertaining to the process and conflicts of interest that have transpired in this project. Read our Part 1 for background on the project here. In this post we will drill down on areas that raise red flags. Budget Expenditures We’ve heard rumblings of a $50k contract for this project. We have an open inquiry to San Francisco …

The Freeway Commemoration Project: part 1

August 9, 2026August 11, 2021

San Francisco Parks Alliance Project Project Background The Freeway Commemoration Project has been a topic of discussion over the last couple of years. The idea of a project to commemorate the historic and activist nature of the event has been well received by residents and merchants of Hayes Valley. While there are many moving parts to this story and the situation remains fluid, we thought it would be a good idea to provide a bit of background… Since the passing …