there are many neighborhoods that owe gary weiss. cities change, but whether those changes are for the better or worse, depends in large part on the wisdom, dedication and persistence of neighborhood activists. gary is not want to stand idle in the pace of change, certainly not want to give up in the face of seemingly overwhelming economic forces. no better example than his work to limit so-called monster homes, in the neighborhood. working with my predecessors in the district eight offices, he organized his neighbors to establish zoning controls which became the framework for special use district. more process for projects, taking away rear yard oak green space, to make large homes without adding density. it is more than a change of zoning rules. it is an attempt to preserve what makes corona heights special, make sure residents have a real place in shaping the future of the neighborhood. thank you, gary, for your commitment to the corporate heights community and the city and county of san francisco. and now i would like you to say a