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City Administrator's August 2024 Newsletter

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City Hall Launches New County Clerk's Self Serve Kiosk

The County Clerk's Office at City Hall has launched a new Customer Service Room (By City Hall's Van Ness entrance) to help get you what need faster and easier, whether you are here for marriage licenses, birth and death certificates, or business information. Now, to further reduce your waiting time at City Hall, you can submit your online applications at home ahead of time or at one of our eight computer stations available at the Customer Service Room. Check out these new improvements on your next trip to City Hall in Room 160!

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DreamSF Fellowship Celebrates 10th Anniversary

The DreamSF Fellowship program recently celebrated a decade’s worth of impact on immigrant youth in San Francisco. Over the last 10 years, DreamSF has placed 180 fellows in local immigrant-serving, community-based organizations. Fellows gain hands-on experience in direct services, advocacy, and immigration law careers, and receive professional mentorship, leadership development, and monthly scholarship stipends.

DreamSF is one of the only local government-operated programs in the country that is a catalyst for personal growth, career development, and mentorship opportunities for aspiring professionals, regardless of their immigration status. The program is operated by the Office of Civic Engagement & Immigrant Affairs (OCEIA), with support from the Department of Children, Youth and Their Families (DCYF). Learn more about this incredible program in the DreamSF Impact Report.

A large group photo of individuals gathered to celebrate the DREAMSF program's 10th anniversary. The group is diverse, with attendees of various ages and backgrounds smiling and posing in a casual, festive atmosphere. Behind them is a brick wall with silver balloon letters spelling "DSF10." The backdrop features a whimsical design with illustrations of flowers and the text "DREAMSF: 10 Years of Growth." The overall tone of the image is celebratory, highlighting a sense of community and accomplishment.A diverse group of attendees is seated and standing in a large event space, listening attentively to someone speaking (out of frame) during the DREAMSF program's 10th-anniversary celebration. The setting features a mix of casual and semi-formal attire, with visible name tags on many participants. The brick walls and balcony adorned with purple and blue balloons create a festive yet professional atmosphere. The audience is engaged, with some smiling and others holding drinks. In the lower-right corner, the DREAMSF logo and tagline, "10 Years of Growth," are displayed, tying the photo to the event's celebratory theme.

Alemany Farmers Market Open Every Weekend!

A bustling farmers' market scene with several white canopy tents set up in the foreground. Under the tents, people browse and purchase fresh produce, including peaches and other fruits displayed on tables covered with green tablecloths. Attendees, including individuals wearing masks, are engaged in conversation or inspecting the produce. In the background, a row of colorful multi-story houses with modern designs and balconies provides a striking contrast to the market's activity. The image captures a lively and community-oriented atmosphere in an urban setting.A promotional graphic for the Alemany Farmers Market with a clean, minimalist design on a beige background. The text reads: "SHOP THE ALEMANY FARMERS MARKET" in bold, red-brown capital letters. Below it, in smaller text, it says, "OPEN EVERY SATURDAY, 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM," followed by the address, "100 Alemany Boulevard, San Francisco, CA 94110." In the bottom-left corner, there is a colorful illustration of a light blue reusable shopping bag filled with fresh produce, including carrots, leafy greens, and purple cabbage. The overall design conveys a welcoming and eco-friendly tone.

Every Saturday, 100 Alemany Boulevard transforms into a bustling farmers market with fresh produce and local foods! Join us next Saturday to shop for fresh fruits, vegetables, and other healthy foods. The City is committed to keeping the market accessible to our San Francisco community.

Stay Informed with the Contract Monitoring Division's Newsletter

San Francisco’s Contract Monitoring Division (CMD) is excited to share a monthly newsletter tailored for the Local Business Enterprise (LBE) community. Get the latest news, events, and contracting opportunities delivered to your inbox. Check out the August 2024 newsletter and subscribe now to stay connected and informed!

Draft 2025 Hazards and Climate Resilience Plan Now Available

San Francisco’s Draft 2025 Hazards and Climate Resilience Plan (HCR) is an action plan for building a safer and more resilient future in San Francisco by reducing the impacts of hazards such as earthquakes, landslides, and pandemics. The HCR also addresses the ways in which hazards like flooding, extreme heat, and wildfire smoke are becoming more frequent and severe due to climate change. The HCR serves as San Francisco’s Hazard Mitigation Plan, which is required by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to be eligible for critical funding sources.  

The HCR is now available here for public comment and includes goals, objectives, and actions to increase the resilience of San Francisco’s buildings, infrastructure, and communities. Please submit your feedback to resilience@sfgov.org by September 30, 2024. After the public comment period, the Office of Resilience and Capital Planning will submit a Final Draft to FEMA for review. 

Financial Roadmap for Newcomers

The Office of Financial Empowerment (OFE) and the Office of Civic Engagement and Immigrant Affairs (OCEIA) just launched a new tool to help newcomers to the City to get on the path towards financial inclusion and mobility. The Financial Inclusion for Newcomer Roadmap supports immigrants with the initial steps in navigating a new financial system, such as opening a bank account, savings account, applying for an ITIN, and establishing credit. The Office of Financial Empowerment also provides free financial counseling and opens college savings accounts for students in K-12 through the Kindergarten to College program. These programs are designed to support San Franciscans regardless of immigration status.

Three young adults are sitting outdoors on wooden steps, engaged in a study session or casual discussion. On the left, a man wearing a red hoodie with a shearling lining smiles as he reads from a black-and-white composition notebook. In the center, a person with their hair tied in a bun focuses intently on the screen of a laptop on their lap, dressed in a denim jacket layered over a patterned shirt. On the right, a woman with curly hair and a tan sweatshirt leans in, looking at the laptop screen with interest. The background features blurred trees and urban buildings, suggesting a campus or community setting.

August is Overdose Awareness Month

August is Overdose Awareness Month, and the SF Entertainment Commission is partnering with the SF Department of Public Health and local drag artists to host vital overdose prevention trainings in the nightlife community. Don’t miss their final event, training video, and valuable resources!

Learn how to recognize and respond to fentanyl overdoses, including how to use Naloxone (Narcan) nasal spray. Free Naloxone will be available while supplies last.

Join them for their last event on International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD):

Event: “US: Celebrating BIPOC Excellence in LGBTQIA Nightlife”
Date: Saturday, August 31, 2024
Time: 9 PM - 2 AM
Location: Beaux, 2344 Market Street, San Francisco, CA 94114
Age: 21+

Hosted by: Drag Queens Nicki Jizz and Mercedez Munro. There will be no cover before 9pm, $6 cover before 9:30pm, $10 cover after! Check it out at https://www.beauxsf.com/

For more details, visit the Overdose Prevention Resources for Nightlife page: https://sf.gov/overdose-

Nicki Jizz leads an overdose prevention training at "Reparations" at OasisKochina Rude leads an overdose prevention training at "Princess" at Oasis.

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