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could extend 10 to 20 kilometers down wind think of the map you just saw and think about the fact that it totally did not account for a 10 to 20-kilometer down wind blowing on these materials it's absolutely ridiculous to think that we could do an implosion in an urban area and think it's a safe and good idea. so this quote goes on to say that could extend 10 or 20 kilometers down wind suggests that implosions that implosions should be prohibited in metropolitan areas. we should not do these kinds of implosions in metropolitan areas period. >> >> you can read the full pdf
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or click on the web link and the deal here is that mechanical removal creates more jobs and local jobs i think that lenare is trying to accelerate its process and save money and we need to protect the public and tell them sorry. and the final thing is a mechanical demolition makes it much easier to reuse materials we need to save those materials not blow them up. thanks. >> thank you. [applause]. >> mckenzie. >> thank you. commissioners i'm dennis mckenzie diamond consulting and education it's
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-- i've been writing for 25 years and i also teach high school for the last 13 years and my comment today was about the eir being presented between your department and the planning department so my comment today on this issue is that my proposal -- i've could i've asked last week to use the opportunity as they begin the process of eir to study my proposal for high school classroom inside the arena and the issues here today already -- my proposal is to deal with the positive affects of education and what this proposal can mean for our city and entire environment and again, we're talking about these last items have been about the natural resources our
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human interaction and relationship with the earth and environment is important so i mean for the benefit -- let me briefly read this comment my proposal on my website basically i'm asking for this study to take into consideration the classroom. i'm asking the eir to study the long-term positive social economic implications of a high school classroom that can provide san francisco and the entire bay area and diverse cross can crosscultural community as a whole and i ask government agencies involved and responsible for creating this successful partnership with the warrior's the workforce development commission and mayor's office
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to consider the opportunities available to initiating these possibilitieses that my classroom can provide. i believe a strategic a strategically located classroom will create a wide variety of jobs and businesses and benefits for our diverse crosscultural community including oakland and entire san francisco bay area for generations to come and the copy i gave to you of this letter i wrote on on september 29th i provided this to you a couple of months ago on e-mail and i wrote this letter as a summary because of the new agency of the new agencies involved i needed to summarize everything. my understanding no decisions by political leaders or government officials were ever made without taking into
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consideration the next 7 generations and that's for a deeply knowledgeable reason. everybody talking here before as i sat and listened creating jobs we don't have yet. we don't have any sister city relationships yet. my proposal is to create a a model bring a model. thank you very much. >> thank you. >> we will read your correspond ance thank you for that. >> do we have any other speaker cards. >> no other speaker cards. >> exactly. so in public comment we can only receivement comment comment. we can't respond. the commissioners might have questions for those members of the public who have
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given public comment. >> item 7 report of the chair. >> i have no report other than i encourage commissioners including myself to read carefully and closely the information we've received regarding the warriors project that was not on this calendar it's on our next calendar. >> next item. >> the next order of business is item 8 the report of the executive director on the major phase for the golden state warriors discussion madam director. >> thank you madam secretary really following on the chair's remarks and members of the public continuing to join us thank you. there's an inform al there's an major phase
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document available for the public. there there will be an in-depth presentation on january 6th at the first meeting of the year for those of you who also like to hear more about it there are ongoing mission bay citizen's advisory meetings and planning department on december 18th will hear a presentation about the proposed golden state warriors arena and event center. the second item there was an informational memorandum distributed to commissioners today regarding the demolition of the of the candlestick stadium and you heard public comment there were a number of letters. there are public meetings because that item is not calendared and no decision before you today. but nonetheless there is a public meeting in the community
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tomorrow and if i may announce that public meeting -- yes. it's through the request of a number of the members of the public here present. there is a meeting scheduled and facilitated through the supervisor's office and the residents of the area that's december 17th at 630 that's an opportunity for people to hear more about the proposed plans and over all plans for candlestick again scheduled for tomorrow and in addition the regular meeting and the this again is in your packets and january 12th at 6:00 p.m. the full meeting the matter
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proposed demolition will also be discussed and the previous matter requested and over all update on the candlestick development plans and that's scheduled for for january 20th. >> and then the third matter and i think perhaps it will come up -- it is with sad news to report 2 passings of former colleagues friends and extended family the first is jennifer matz a workforce development director former director of the economic and workforce development a former mentor and friend and legislative aid attorney survived by her two young children and there was a beautiful quaker service for her for her for her for her
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at pier for her at pier 27 and a dedicated public servant and market revital ization and more recently for the office of economic development and the golden state warriors and giant 's project with the port and it's with great sadness that she's left us and former deputy director helen -- helped to build yerba, buena and her husband was killed unfortunately in a car accident and his services are january 10th and we certainly will distribute information a number of you know helen and her work and we mourn with their families and
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certainly celebrate their life for both jennifer and sam. >> thank you. >> i need to ask if there's any public comment on the report of the executive director? do we have any speaker cards? mr. washington i need to interrupt you we're running out of commissioners. it has to be on the executive directors report. >> thank you. she did not mention 1 word about the situation at -- it seems like
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we don't exist and that's in that's in the western addition and also there's no mention that all the black businesses are closing on fillmore and no mentioning? it's ridiculous. it's appalling it's appalling. i respect you all to come addition. >> all i can say is the rules prevent me from giving immediate feedback. i'll be happy to talk to you about it offline. >> the next order of business is item 9. madam chair. >> do the commissioners have any questions or matters.
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>> the only question i would have if there's an opportunity for us to talk about the implosion at candlestick and we can agendize it or have a conversion a conversation with lenare about that. >> i need to understand with more clarity even if it's in it's in a bullet memo what is it exactly that lenare submitted to the planning department how is that with any understanding we had about their plans is it consistent or inconsistent with the environmental impact reports or records or documentation. this is just off the top of my head what liaison role does the planning department have with us before they take action and
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is it staff or planning commission approval so the sooner we receive that information -- this is more of a comment rather than a question i think we can decide what we we do next. >> and if i said that too fast i think the record will pick it up okay? >> next item please? >> the next order of business is item 10 adjournment. >> we're adjourned. >> on that note happy holidays everyone thank you for for your comments. >> >>
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>> hello, i am with the recreation and parks department. we are featuring the romantic park location in your backyard. this is your chance to find your heart in santa and cisco with someone special. -- san francisco with someone special. our first look out is here at buena vista park a favorite with couples and dog walkers. both have a significant force.
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a refreshing retreat from urban life. the romantic past that meander up and down the park under pines and eucalyptus. hang out in this environment and you might see butterflies it, fennel, and then the lines. -- dandelions. is ada accessible. public transit is plentiful. we have conquered the steps we have watched the dogs, and we have enjoyed a beautiful view. this is a place to take someone special on a romantic stroll and enjoyed a beautiful look out. welcome to corona heights located in the heart of this
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district. it offers a view of the downtown skyline the bay bridge, and the east bay. it is one of the best kept secrets in the city. it is hardly ever crowded. on any given day, you will run into a few locals. bought a 37 bus to get there without any parking worries. for legged friends can run freely. there is also a patch of grass for the small box. >> it is a great place. it is a wonderful place to have these kinds of parks. that dog owners appreciate it. >> take time to notice of the wildfires that are on the grassland and keep your head out on the lookout for hawks and other bird life. be sure to take your camera and be prepared to take a view of the city will not forget. it has a beautiful red rock formations.
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you could watch the sunrise over the bay. this is another one of our great lookouts. we are at mount davidson. 928 feet. this is the place for you to bring someone special. to not forget that dogs and enjoy all of the pathways and greenery that surrounds you. it provides a peaceful oasis of open space and great hiking trails. the spectacular view offers a perfect place to watch the sunrise or sunset with someone you love. >> it is a good place to get away from the hectic life of the city. come up here and listen to nature, i get some fresh air. that view is fantastic. >> where sturdy shoes .
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hikers get the feeling of being in a rain forest. mount davidson is also a great place to escape the noise and the bustle of the city. take the 36 bus and it will drop you at the entrance. it is quite a hike to the top but the view is worth every step. this is the place to bring that someone special. golden gate park's largest body of water is an enchanting place. is a popular spot for paddling around in boats, which can be rented. created in 1893, it was designed for these your boating -- for
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leisure boating. it is named for the wild strawberries that once flourished. there is also a waterfall, two bridges and trails the climb to the summit, the highest point at more than four hundred feet. you can catch glimpses of the western side of the city that make this hilltop a romantic look out. for public transit, i take the n train. the lad the ad -- lake is ada accessible. watch many ducks swans, and siegel's. -- seagulls. it is a great place to stroll
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and sail away. many couples come here to take a ride around a lake going under the bridges, passinginese pavilion and the waterfall. for a quiet getaway, making for a memorable and magical experience. located on 19th avenue this growth is the place to where you're hiking boots, bring the family and the dog because it has so much to offer you and your loved ones. it is a truly hidden gem in the city. the park is rich with eucalyptus trees. long paths allow you to meander, perfect for a dog walking in a wooded environment. >> i enjoy the history. the diversity of nature that
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exists in such an urban city concrete streets cars we have this oasis of the natural environment. it reminds us of what the history was. >> there is a section for dogs and plenty of parking. transit is available on the 28 bus to get you very easily. the part is ada -- park is ada accessible. it is also a natural lake. this is your chance to stroll around the lake and let the kids run free. it also has many birds to watch. it is a place to find and appreciate what you -- a wonderful breath of fresh air.
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come and experience in this park and enjoy the people, picnics, and sunshine. this is a lovely place to take a stroll with your loved ones. in the middle of pacific heights, on top of these hills, it offers a great square a peaceful beauty, large trees and grass and greenery. it features tables and benches a playground, restaurants, and tennis courts. there are plenty of areas for football and picnics. it is very much a couple's park. there are many activities you can experience together. stroll on the pathways bring your dog or just picnic at one of the many tables and enjoy all that it has to offer together. many couples find this is a perfect park to throw down a blanket and soak up the sun.
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it is a majestic place that you can share with someone you chairs. lafayette park is also easily accessed from the 47, 49, and 90 buses. it is ada accessible. we are here at the historic palace of fine art in the marina district. originally built for the 1950's exposition, the palace is situated on san francisco's number waterfront. it is ada accessible and is reached by the 28 30, and 91 bus lines. set against the reflecting waters of the lagoon and
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eucalyptus trees, the palace is one of san francisco post most -- san francisco's most romantic spots to relax with that special someone while listening to the water and gazing at the swans. a beautiful to view from many locations along the mattoon, an ideal place to -- all -- lagoon, an ideal place to walk with a loved one. reservations for weddings are available at sfrecpark.org. discarding contains plants referred to by william shakespeare's plays and poems. welcome to the shakespeare garden here in the famous golden gate park. located near the museum and the
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california academy of sciences the garden was designed by the california spring blossom and wildfirlower association. here is a truly enchanting and tranquil garden along a path behind a charming gate. this garden is the spot to woo your date. stroll around and appreciate its unique setting. the gorgeous brick walkway and a brick wall, the stone benches, the rustic sundial. chaired the part -- share the bard's word hundred famous verses from a shakespearean plays. this is a gem to share with someone special. pack a picnic, find a bench, and
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enjoy the sunshine, and let the whimsical words of william shakespeare and floats you and your loved one away. this is one of the most popular wedding locations and is available for reservations. take a bus and have no parking worries. shakespeares' garden is ada accessible. located at the bottom of this hill, it is a secret garden with an infinite in captivating appeal. carefully tucked away it makes the top of our list for most intimate pyknic setting. avoid all taurus cars and hassles by taking a cable car. or the 30, 45, or 91 bus.
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the garden was designed by thomas church in 1957. grow old with me the best is yet to be is inscribed on a sundial. it is anchored by twin white gazebos and flowers that bloom year-round. this is the place to tell someone special or the place to declare the commitment you two share. weddings and the event reservations are available for this adorable hidden gem. we know there are many other romantic parks in san francisco. we hope you have enjoyed this torre of lookouts picnics, and strolls that are available every day. until next time, do not forget to get out and play. for more information about
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reserving one of these romantic locations or any other location call 831-5500. this number is best for special events, weddings, picnics, and the county fair buildings. or for any athletic field call 831-5510. you can write us at -- or walk in and say hello. and of course you can find more information moresfrecpark.org. --
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