Demand for holiday experiences and events, restaurants, and shopping in the Union Square and Downtown areas continue to yield positive results, indicating a stronger holiday season than years past
Reforms will make 100 changes to the Planning Code to make it easier to open and operate small businesses and waive fees for entertainment permits and streamline other approvals
The new legislation will waive permit fees to provide support for San Francisco nightlife and entertainment businesses using the City’s JAM permitting program; The JAM program was created during the pandemic, and helps reduce bureaucracy and save applicants time and money
A bounty of family-fun activities and unique shopping opportunities on tap this holiday season and beyond to support Mission District small businesses and vendors
City and community partners to provide economic opportunities and support services to street vendors in the Mission; the temporary moratorium is result of ongoing safety concerns due to unauthorized vending and illegal activities
City leaders detailed preparations for next week’s international economic conference so residents, workers, and attendees are aware and prepared for security plans
Community outreach efforts continuing, including for those who live, work, and operate businesses in the security zones, building from ongoing work to support businesses and residents as the City prepares to welcome APEC 2023 next month
