I am very concerned about the violence that continues to persist in the Bayshore and Hunter's Point neighborhoods in the city.  The conviction rate is unacceptable and I see firsthand how these families are affected (I manage a men's store in the Bayshore area).  I suggest that we work at a very grassroots level to bring attention to this issue that will not just go away.  I suggest Sophie Maxwell demand that these areas get more attention from the Board in terms of community involvement and resources needed to combat the crime, but also to educate these mostly young individuals Read This Posty »

Here's an idea.. make sure the police actually do their job.  I just came from watching an all-out brawl at Hallidie Plaza/Powell Street BART/MUNI station.  I viewed this out of my apartment window which overlooks the plaza. I didn't call the police because I saw 2-3 BART police (or some other type of uniformed officer) come out of the BART station and watch the fighting.  I assumed they were just calling the police or for backup and waiting for them to arrive.  But they just stood there and did nothing.  Half an hour later, the police have finally arrived and Read This Posty »

Dear Mr. Newson, I live on Eddy Street between Laguna and Gough and in the past year our block has been terrorized by a number of daylight murders. Back in February, I wrote to your office to express my anger at your apparent refusal to bring foot patrols to our neighborhood. My letter, as well as my request, remains without a response. Many in our neighborhood, which has a clear view of City Hall, feel very much ignored and neglected by you. I realize that police resources might be quite strained in our city, but I just don't see you, the honorable Mayor Read This Posty »

I operate a non profit and agency in SF and live and vote in SF. Violence is totally out of control. I have a proposal that can make a difference. I am including the outline but I have the full proposal ready to go. ==================== C.R.I.P. - CONFLICT RESOLUTION INTAKE PROGRAM GMTP logo (gang banger characters: Asian, Hispanic, black & white with the peace symbol) waiving the white flag of truce - subway tagging font) Mission Statement: To assist our neighborhoods in an attempt to reduce gang related violence through economic support programs that will provide income and build self-esteem for participating social Read This Posty »