The public safety initiative will focus on Union Square and other key shopping areas to support the City’s economic recovery, building on the recent expansion of organized retail theft efforts
Legislation will be expedited to get already approved technology on the streets faster to more quickly combat organized retail theft, motor vehicle theft, and other critical public safety needs
In August of this year, SFO reached up to 97% of international travel as compared to pre-pandemic levels driven by connections with the United Kingdom, Europe, and India;
With anticipated return of key Chinese carriers this month, SFO will be back to pre-pandemic level number of flights
Reforms that remove red tape to support small businesses and fill commercial vacancies could lead to up to $300 million boost to local economy, according to City Economist;
Builds on previous efforts that have streamlined opening for over 4,200 businesses since 2021 and waived fees for over 3,600 businesses to open
The new task force, expected to be fully operational by early 2024, will work collaboratively to investigate opioid deaths in the City similar to homicide cases
The grant will help fund critical seismic repairs and upgrades to preserve over 1 million items of the Main Library’s collection and ensure the building is safe for generations to come
