I would like to suggest the idea of a "driving buddy" program. The program would consist of senior citizens whom are physically unable to drive, yet still own cars and have the necessity of transport on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis. Said seniors would partner, or "buddy" up with another local licensed driver whom also has a like need of transportation. The buddy system would provide those who need to drive about town, but are physically unable too and those who are physically able to drive however lack the vehicle in which to drive. I would hope that this Read This Post »

1.  There area still many seniors in the outer areas of San Francisco.  Seniors that are 65+.  Perhaps it would be good for these people to know that the city cares about them --  even though they do not ask for any special low-income city services.    City representatives just checking in with them to talk to them and make sure they are okay may prevent instances of elder abuse and of people taking advantage of our senior citizens.  Perhaps a volunteer group could be established to just go out and visit the seniors once a month or so. 2.  If Read This Post »

San Francisco touts itself as a green city. But if green success means using -- and reusing available resources = then the city policies fail the test. Nowhere is this more true than housing. Everyone agrees that SF needs more middle class housing. Yet there are hundreds -- if not thousands -- of vacant units owned by senior landlords. Most of these landlords live in these buildings and keep units vacant out of fear. They know that city rent control policies  -- and all buildings constructed before 1978 are under rent control -- has eroded their rights to the point Read This Post »

The elevators at the Alexander Residence are constantly broken, and TNDC in they're usual fashion are always not telling their tenant residence the truth about anything they are suppose to do for their tenant clientele. At the Alexander Residence, which is under terms of SRO HUD Contracts, the elevators are constantly breaking down, and the business integrity of TNDC is in question. The Federal Government has already had TNDC under investigation for their business ethics and so this corporation already has a record of rather diabolical business ethics. The elevators at the Alexander Residence have been  broken since May 8, 2007 Read This Post »

Just an idea and I am sure one that has been tossed about already.... Have Delancey Street partner with city and convert some of the empty buildings that dot the city to housing units. Owners of the buildings could be offered a write-off for converting and could be given monthly rent. Tenants could be employed or given discounts if they assist in maintaining building via certain chores. Partner with senior groups to convert some units for senior/low-income and consider a buddy system with younger tenants. As we all know, each of us is connected to each other and the world around Read This Post »

This is not a sexy solution to the difficulties of riding MUNI with children, but it is inexpensive and important:  emphasize drivers' need to wait for mothers and young children to be seated before speeding off!  Alternately, reserve the front section of the bus for pregnant women and young children along with seniors and handicapped passengers. A third, more difficult, proposal is to create a section in the rear of the bus where parents can keep their strollers open rather than folding them up.  These solutions are practical and green, and would make a huge difference in MUNI's accessibility. Name Withheld Read This Post »