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From the SFPD Central Station Newsletter:

I hope everyone is enjoying the 2017 holiday season, as we get ready to say “Happy New Year” and welcome in 2018! The safety of all San Francisco residents and visitors continues to be our top priority.

SFPD Statement on FBI Investigation of Planned Attack on Pier 39:
The San Francisco Police Department was notified by the FBI about this investigation and we remain in contact with our local, state and federal partners as this case proceeds. During the holiday season we will continue our increased uniformed presence in the Central District shopping corridors and at our City’s attractions. As always, “if you see something, say something.” We encourage the community to contact officers or 9-1-1 to report suspicious activity, for crimes in progress or life threatening emergencies please. For all other incidents, please call the SFPD Non Emergency line at (415) 553-0123.

The San Francisco Department of Emergency Management (SFDEM) encourages people celebrating New Year’s Eve in San Francisco to text the phrase NYESF17 to 888-777 to receive emergency text messages alerts related to New Year’s Eve events in San Francisco. New Year’s Eve celebrants may also visit www.sfdem.org/NYESF.

San Francisco residents, visitors, and businesses can help by remaining vigilant while enjoying New Year’s Eve festivities. These simple tips will help you stay safe:

• If you see something, say something. Call 9-1-1 or talk to a police officer if you see something suspicious.
• Have a plan. It is easy to lose track of people during large events. It is even more difficult when there is an emergency. Designate a meet up spot if you get separated from your group.
• Be aware of your surroundings and take note of emergency exits.
• Have a designated driver or alternative transportation plan if you plan on drinking alcohol.
• All fireworks including “Safe and Sane” are dangerous and illegal in San Francisco. We encourage everyone to choose the safety and observe a public fireworks shows.
• If you have a noise complaint, call the police non-emergency line at (415) 553-0123.

Thank you all for your support in 2017. Have a safe and memorable 2018 New Year’s Celebration!

On December 11, 2017, BCNA met with Supervisor Aaron Peskin and was assured that the proposed Navigation Center sites at 88 Broadway and Pier 23 will not be developed. Supervisor Peskin apologized for “getting ahead of the process” by not involving us in vetting possible locations for a Navigation Center in District 3. There are problems with both sites, and Supervisor Peskin acknowledged our concerns in assuring us that the sites are no longer viable options. Due to the recent wildfires, there is an urgent need for the mobile houses used for Navigation Centers, and thus, it is currently not feasible to set up a Navigation Center in either the 88 Broadway or Pier 23 locations.

We were insistent that a District-wide approach be used In evaluating any subsequent Navigation Center locations. Supervisor Peskin intends to create a working group of neighborhood organizations to come up with ideas and locations for transitional/supportive housing for the chronically homeless in District 3. While our area may not have homeless encampments or the most homeless people, reports show that District 3 has had the largest increase in numbers of people living on our streets.

The BCNA will continue to monitor the situation and keep members informed.

The San Francisco Port’s Waterfront Design Advisory Committee is meeting on Monday, December 11 to review the proposed affordable housing development at 88 Broadway, which is part of Seawall Lot 322-1, located on the east side of Front Street between Broadway and Vallejo Streets. BCNA has participated in the planning for the 88 Broadway development and helped ensure that the project includes a mix of low and middle income units and integrates with the surrounding neighborhood.

BCNA opposes the proposal to locate a temporary homeless Navigation Center at 88 Broadway, which is likely to slow down or interfere with the affordable housing development project.

While the Navigation Center proposal is not on the Advisory Committee’s agenda, members of the public may address the Advisory Committee on items of interest to the public that are relevant to the Advisory Committee’s role in reviewing the design of Port development projects during the “Public Comments” portion of the meeting. BCNA members are encouraged to attend the meeting and share their thoughts and concerns.

Date: Monday, December 11, 2017
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Location: Port of San Francisco – Bayside Room
Pier 1 (Embarcadero @ Washington) San Francisco, CA 94111