S.F. anti-tax march to support "oft-maligned billionaire class"

Good afternoon!

Really? There’s a March for Billionaires? Joe Rivano Barros looks into the groups agitating against the “asset seizure” they fear from a proposed state ballot measure that would levy a one-time tax on billionaires.

Upgrades to the Southeast Wastewater Treatment Plant in the Bayview have made its constant “nasty” smell better, say residents. Sophia Rerucha looks at ongoing problems with pollution in the neighborhood.

For back story, see Marina Newman‘s piece on the city’s new health clinic in Bayview-Hunters Point, which—after decades of concern by residents— will test for exposure to chemical and airborne pollution.

And check out this nice piece on the S.F. garbage truck driver who’s a finalist for a national award.

More soon,

Sara

P.S. Hey, ArtSpan has just opened the Call for Art for its next exhibition, to be hosted at the Mission Bowling Club. You can submit work here.

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