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years in the place we gave keys to families i want the andreas and the others of the displaced resident we're working harder and faster cd c has many more projects along with mercy housing and the housing home sharing housing authority we old promises to fulfill by the way you know this thorough the 25 slots in the allot 3 thoughtless people that were opining they couldn't get into the precious housing at the same time, we need to make sure we are preserving and preventing evictions have been long time residents of the character that's why we put serious money into whether it's dollars or
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lawyers or neighborhoods stabilization efforts we're going to do that while we try to figure out faster tracks for affordable housing to be built we need public and private partners to do so i was glad we found more capacity to increase the housing bond to $300 million if there's more capacity we'll increase that even more not at expense of valuable other programs we have but in the way in which is honors long time promises not raising property tax we need that 2/3rd's votes we need sites whether in the mission or selma where we can control that land make sure that we build more rapidly wore doing so as we speak this is why in the $300 million we have identified serious elements to get at difficult areas of the city to increase the possibility
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of building more affordable housing that will end up as the finance experts get the pressure off this country's we're learning the new tricks, if you will, the private sector has used to leopard that to the nonprofit sector to make sure we that build this affordable housing and sustain it again that fulfilling old promises this city is for everybody no matter where you want to live descent housing i look forward to broadway and working with commissioner christensen and the other housing developers in the city to make sure we expand that opportunity dpw steps up as a our city administrator remembered us the land was analyzing turning it offer for
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more affordable housing this is why we're aggressive thank you to the police department for your work while we're doing this your protecting and improving lives i love the fact you're working there the neighborhoods we'll rebuild our places for safety for everyone and their even better designed mr. solomon step up you're going to be asked to design more housing and make sure all of our architect you're at the heart of the job commission in the arenas and gordon when our through with selling off your books get back on the horse and volunteer your 7, 8, 9 we have 8 thousand units to build an treasure island development authority board i looked at it to work with everybody make sure you vote in
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november and have on your mind a bond for thirty thousand more families for homes right reverend save the - have the faith of the city. >> hang around before the ribbon cutting we'll be lead in a blessing i always add a people's blessing after he says his sentence i ask you to say a word. >> (inaudible). >> actually america has helped me, too. >> first of all, just i think hall and exhale feel the gratitude thank you may the spirit of peace bless
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all the residents of broadway-sansome apartments please shout out one word peace. >> peace. >> may the children and families and adults living in in this new community be filled with joy. >> joy. >> joy. >> from the rubble of loma prieta to the hope of renewable and great affordable housing let's give it up for hope. >> hope. >> and may the spirit of love embrace all who enter broadway-sansome apartments. >> let's embrace the spirit of love everyone say. >> love. >> and the spirit of peace, joy and hope and love be with us all amen. >> okay. i've named the mayor
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gets the super scissors we bought it fresh off the weather we want 0 people to stand behind this may not be everybody i have a list so norman oh, that's me and reverend ma gray crepe susan and naomi kelly brigitte jackson this is neighborhood week we want to celebrate neighborhood work cd c is part of the organizations we were the first selected in san francisco we their celebrating also on the list alex representatives from david chiu and andrea and gordon chiu come on up and jane kim and aaron all
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the front row just get up here step up we need to move the table back she want to be in the shade move the table back yeah. >> so there's more standing room you you get the new super scissors and get ready we want everyone here. >> where do you see these photographs (laughter) and yeah. captain lazzaro we have space. >> yeah. that's chief suhr. >> a plan. >> oh, john, of course from mta okay. if you think you're a big shot come up whatever there is room in the back in the back
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okay. are we ready. >> count down. >> 5, 4, 3, 2 1 all right. it is done it is finished (clapping) and we've got to thank neighborhood works for the food at the new american cheese restaurant that is coming in they've donated to the families
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>> feel like it really is a community. they are not the same thing but it really does feel like there's that kind of a five. everybody is there to enjoy a literary reading. >> the best lit in san francisco. friendly, free and you might get fed. ♪ [applause] >> this san francisco ryther
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created the radar reading series in 2003. she was inspired when she first moved to this city in the early 1990's and discover the wild west atmosphere of open mi it's ic in the mission. >> although there were these open mics every night of the week, they were super macho. people writing poems about being jerks. beatty their chest onstage. >> she was energized by the scene and proved up with other girls who wanted their voices to be heard. touring the country and sharing gen-x 7 as a. her mainstream reputation grew with her novel. theses san francisco public
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library took notice and asked her if she would begin carrying a monthly reading series based on her community. >> a lot of the raiders that i work with our like underground writers. they're just coming at publishing and at being a writer from this underground way. coming in to the library is awesome. very good for the library to show this writing community that they are welcome. at first, people were like, you want me to read at the library, really? things like that. >> as a documentary, there are interviews -- [inaudible] >> radar readings are focused on clear culture. strayed all others might write about gay authors. gay authors might write about
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universal experiences. the host creates a welcoming environment for everybody. there is no cultural barrier to entry. >> the demographic of people who come will match the demographic of the reader. it is very simple. if we want more people of color, you book more people of color. you want more women, your book more women. kind of like that. it gets mixed up a little bit. in general, we kind of have a core group of people who come every month. their ages and very. we definitely have some folks who are straight. >> the loyal audience has allowed michelle to take more chances with the monthly lineup. established authors bring in an
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older audience. younker authors bring in their friends from the community who might be bringing in an older author. >> raider has provided a stage for more than 400 writers. it ranges from fiction to academics stories to academic stories this service the underground of queer fell, history, or culture. >> and there are so many different literary circles in san francisco. i have been programming this reading series for nine years. and i still have a huge list on my computer of people i need to carry into this. >> the supportive audience has allowed michele to try new experiment this year, the radar book club. a deep explorationer of a single work. after the talk she bounces on stage to jump-start the q&a. less charlie rose and more
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carson daly. >> san francisco is consistently ranked as one of the most literate cities in the united states. multiple reading events are happening every night of the year competing against a big names like city arts and lectures. radar was voted the winner of these san francisco contest. after two decades of working for free michelle is able to make radar her full-time job. >> i am a right to myself, but i feel like my work in this world is eagerly to bring writers together and to produce literary events. if i was only doing my own work, i would not be happy. it is, like throwing a party or a dinner party. i can match that person with that person. it is really fun for me.
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it is nerve wracking during the actual readings. i hope everyone is good. i hope the audience likes them. i hope everybody shows up. but everything works out. at the end of the reading, everyone is happy. ♪ >> 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.
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our first look out is here at buena vista park a favorite with couples and dog walkers. both have a significant force. 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.
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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 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
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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. 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
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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 . 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.
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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 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
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accessible. watch many ducks swans, and siegel's. -- seagulls. it is a great place to stroll and sail away. many couples come here to take a ride around a lake going under the bridges, passing the chinese 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
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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 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 ru