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Diversion of Critical Resources

Takes resources away from underserved areas, youth programs, and essential services for families and vulnerable residents.

Neglect of Unhoused and Impoverished People

Ignores the city’s growing unhoused population, urgent housing crisis, and high rates of poverty.

Mismanagement of Funds

Misuses public funds, including COVID-19 relief, while the city struggles with debt and unmet needs.

Lack of Transparency and Public Accountability

Excludes residents from decision-making, manipulates survey data, and lacks clear communication.

Increased Surveillance and Policing

Expands surveillance technology and policing, disproportionately impacting marginalized and undocumented communities.

Ignored Community Priority Initiatives

Fails to invest in sustainable, community-driven priorities like transportation, support for unhoused residents, and wellness spaces.

Neglect of Mental Health and Wellness

Limits investment in mental health and recovery services and provides only tokenistic behavioral health resources.

Failure to Address Food and Basic Needs

Overlooks food insecurity and the need for clothing, hygiene supplies, and other basic necessities.

Erosion of Creativity and Innovation

Misses the opportunity to foster creativity and community connection through arts, maker spaces, and collaborative environments.

Focus on Policing Over People’s Well-Being

Prioritizes luxury police facilities over essential programs for youth, families, and community wellness.

Affordable and Supportive Housing Initiatives

• A housing-first initiative to reduce homelessness.
• Create housing support services to help residents navigate housing disputes, apply for housing and homeowner programs, and prevent evictions.
• Affordable or transitional housing for unhoused residents.

Community Health and Wellness

• A community clinic or wellness center focused on addressing post-COVID chronic illnesses and overall well-being.
• Mobile health units to bring wellness services directly to underserved neighborhoods.
• Add dedicated support for reproductive health services, including access to prenatal and postpartum care.

Youth Mentorship Programs

• A hub for youth mentorship, job readiness, and college prep programs.
• Leadership development programs for teens focusing on civic engagement and activism.
• Expand arts programming to include music production, theater, and dance.
• More after-school programs, tutoring, and recreational opportunities.

Family and Parent Support Services

• Short-term childcare and parent support services.
• Establish a diaper bank and essential supplies program for low-income families.
• A resource hub offering workshops, clothing, and family aid.

Creative and Cultural Resources and Events

• Maker labs for art, writing, music, podcast, social media, and photography production.
• Space for community-led exhibits and performances, showcasing local talent.
• An arts and culture center that fosters local innovation and expression.

Recreation and Community Engagement

• A recreation center with free or low-cost sports and fitness programs.
• Free multipurpose community engagement spaces for town halls, workshops, and cultural events.
• Outdoor wellness resources like community gardens, walking paths, and fitness stations in parks.

Economic and Small Business Development

• Revitalization projects for small businesses along 23rd Street and San Pablo Avenue.
• Include micro-grant programs to help small business owners launch or expand ventures.
• Create workforce re-entry subsidy programs for formerly incarcerated individuals.
• A skills and business development center supporting entrepreneurship.

Food Distribution and a Community Kitchen

• A food distribution program providing meals and groceries for residents.
• A shared community kitchen for cooking classes and meal preparation.
• Launch urban farming or community gardening programs.

Resource-sharing and Sustainability Initiatives

• A public coworking space for remote working and local students studying.
• Include programs for renewable energy adoption, such as community solar panels.
• Resource-sharing initiatives, tool borrowing, and repair services.
• Sustainable transportation and improved mobility for underserved and low-income neighborhoods.

Community-Led Safety and Resilience Initiatives

• Dedicated office space for a mental health crisis response team.
• Dedicated spaces for survivor support groups addressing domestic violence, sexual assault, and trauma recovery.
• Programs focused on violence prevention and restorative justice.
• Community-led safety teams emphasizing de-escalation and mutual aid.
• Accessible legal aid services for low-income residents.