first of all, an in memoriam for rhonda bizan. rhonda was a san francisco resident who passed away tragically and very suddenly a week ago today. she worked at the punch cup, was a regular attendee of the sabot agnes catholic church and was the life partner of guardian editor stephen t. jones. rhonda died at the all too young age of 45. ~ she touched many people from many walks of life during her many years in san francisco. she is described by all as a luminous joyful spirit and loving friend. she radiated life brilliantly and her sudden passing has left many of in her community including steve jones as well as my aid catherine and many others in this city deeply mourning her untimely loss. a memorial gathering will be held at 1:00 p.m. on december 15th at the bently reserve preceded by service and reception at saint agnes beginning with the regular 10:30 a.m. mass ~ and the funeral will be on december 21st in los angeles. today i am joining the mayor, am proud to join the mayor in introducing the earthquake safety and emergency r