Today from Mission Local
Presented by: Excelsior Action Group
Good afternoon!
Mayor Daniel Lurie declared a “rent emergency” in the city, as rents skyrocket amid the AI boom. Read Io Yeh Gilman‘s report on what the mayor wants to do about itโand why tenant advocates say Lurie’s proposals aren’t enough.
D10 Supervisor Shamann Walton is introducing a 45-day moratorium on all new data centers while the city looks at their environmental impact. Marina Newman writes about the potential political fights in the district as more tech firms move in, and residents’ concerns about data centers grow.
And take a look at what the candidates for D10 supervisor have to say about data centers.
After nearly a decade of efforts by the Mission Economic Development Agency to build teacher housing on the corner of 18th and Mission, the city quietly hit pause. Oscar Palma reports on a series of emails from last year that reveal MEDA’s inability to secure financing, and city housing officials’ rejection of MEDA’s requests for additional funds.
More soon,
Sara
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Bernal Heights Outdoor Cinema returns this September for Season #23, offering four nights of free screenings of local independent films in parks, cafรฉs, studios, galleries, and other cherished public spaces.
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Come as you are with a lust for films that will make you laugh, cry and reflect on our beloved community.
Latest News
Lurie declares โrent emergencyโ as S.F. rents spike due to AI boom
“A parent who got home last night to find an eviction notice on their door cannot wait for housing to be built.”
Amid rising fear over data centers, D10 supervisor plans a moratorium
“There are interests out there who have been spending a lot of money to see if they can do whatever they can do.”
S.F. teacher housing at 18th and Mission is on ice, emails show
“As you know there is no identified path forward for the project.”
MEET THE CANDIDATES
Meet the District 10 candidates: Would you put a moratorium on AI data centers?
“D10 residents are clear: They do not welcome data centers.”
SNAP
Fresh crullers
By Walter Mackins
Events
Today: Pink Breath of Heaven, The Chapel, Sept. 10, 8-10 p.m.
Tomorrow: Candlelight: Tribute to Juan Gabriel on Strings, Brava Theater, Sept. 11, 6:30-8:45 p.m.
