This afternoon, the Board of Supervisors unanimously passed an ordinance granting the Entertainment Commission the power to revoke the permits of establishments which are a public nuisance or a threat to public safety.

It's a step in the right direction. Now let's hope they use it proactively to reduce the number of clubs in the Central District.

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute – SF State (OLLI) in the College of Creative Arts is a learning community for the boomer generation and beyond who are interested in enriching their lives before and after retirement. OLLI offers stimulating and provocative courses, lectures, discussion groups and activities designed to explore the arts, creative expression, international and domestic affairs, current events, science, technology, and the joys and challenges of aging. The catalog of courses for the two Fall sessions is available online; go to “OLLI San Francisco,” and click on “catalog.” Fall Session I starts on Sept. 13. Early registration is advised.

CENTRAL DISTRICT NEWSLETTER
If you don’t report the crime—it never happened!

Captain’s Message
Summer’s here and we can definitely see an increase in tourists in the district. Unfortunately, tourists are not immune from becoming a victim to criminal opportunists. Just a reminder to be extra cautious while riding the buses, especially when they are crowded. I have seen an increase in pickpockets, especially on the “F” Line that drops into Fisherman’s Wharf. Keep purses zipped, in front of you at all times and pay attention if it seems that someone keeps bumping into you. For men, keep your wallet in your front pockets with a rubber band around it. I have also seen several reports of wallets taken from purses that are placed on the back of chairs when dining. Keep your purse on your lap and zipped at all times.

Dyan McBride, our new Education Director, is outreaching to the community developing interest among potential students for our new MoonSchool. If you know someone of any age who is interested in learning musical theatre, print out a brochure and pass it along to them.

As you may know, NPC has been working on the development of the Community Opportunity Fund (COF) since the passage of the 2008 Parks Bond. The COF is an exciting opportunity for you and your neighbors to get your park projects funded.

CENTRAL DISTRICT NEWSLETTER
If you don’t report the crime—it never happened!

Captain’s Message
There will be a large march and protest on Thursday, July 22nd by Hotel Union Workers Local 2 as part of the National Day of Protest for workers’ rights. We anticipate 1200-1500 protestors. Protestors will assemble on Market between 3rd and 4th Streets at approximately 4:15 pm and begin their march at 4:30 pm along the following route:

• Market to Grant


• Grant to Geary


• Geary to Mason


• Mason to Post


• Post to Stockton


• Stockton to Sutter (in front of Grand Hyatt)

On July 19, the San Francisco Public Safety Committee, consisting of Supervisors Chiu, Mirkarimi, and Elsbernd, voted unanimously to recommend the Board of Supervisors empower the Entertainment Commission to revoke the entertainment permits of clubs that cause a public nuisance or are the source of violent incidents.

This represents a step in the right direction.

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