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Rafael Mandelman

Mandelman Office Art Showcase 1/30

January 22, 2025 by District 8 Supervisor Rafael Mandelman

Please join us for “Showcase,” an exhibit that will activate Board President Rafael Mandelman’s office into an intimate gallery space, offering a unique platform for local artists to share their work in a civic setting. The exhibit will reflect the diversity, creativity, and cultural heritage of San Francisco’s communities, aligning with Rafael Mandelman’s commitment to […]

Filed Under: Arts, Rafael Mandelman

District 8 September 2024 Newsletter

September 16, 2024 by Supervisor Rafael Mandelman

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Filed Under: Rafael Mandelman, Uncategorized

District 8 July 2024 Newsletter #2

July 29, 2024 by Supervisor Rafael Mandelman

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Filed Under: Rafael Mandelman, Uncategorized

District 8 March 2024 Newsletter

March 13, 2024 by Supervisor Rafael Mandelman

WHAT WE’RE WORKING ON CELEBRATING LUNAR NEW YEAR! On February 10, we celebrated Lunar New Year in Chinatown, and on the 24th we rode in the ever-amazing Chinese New Year Parade! Happy Year of the Dragon to all! CELEBRATING BLACK HISTORY MONTH! As part of the Board’s recognition of Black History Month, I had the […]

Filed Under: Neighborhood, Rafael Mandelman, Uncategorized

Supervisor Mandelman office hours at Higher Grounds Saturday

February 22, 2024 by Sup. Rafael Mandelman

Join us on Saturday, Feb 24th at Higher Grounds Coffee in Glen Park for office hours! Secure your slot at mandelmanstaff@sfgov.org!

Filed Under: Rafael Mandelman

DISTRICT 8 UPDATE FROM SUPERVISOR MANDELMAN

October 17, 2023 by Supervisor Rafael Mandelman

Dear Glen Park Neighbors, The Board of Supervisors is back from August recess and we are busy! On October 7th, I joined Glen Park at the first-ever Glen Park Art Walk. Congratulations to Glen Park Merchants Association and all of the organizers on a successful event! I also joined Glen Park Association on October 12th […]

Filed Under: Rafael Mandelman, Uncategorized

Walk in the park with Supervisor Mandelman

July 26, 2023 by Zahra Hajee, Legislative Aide to Supervisor Mandelman

Filed Under: Rafael Mandelman

Neighborfest – celebrate community on your block

July 27, 2022 by Bonnee Waldstein

After close to a three year hiatus, the Neighborfest program is back.  In our District 8, thanks to funding provided by Supervisor Mandelman, the program has been updated and now provides participants with the largest suite of benefits and resources to date. Neighborfest Block Parties are a great opportunity to get us together and strengthen […]

Filed Under: Neighborhood, Rafael Mandelman

The saga of the Peter Rocha case comes full circle

July 6, 2022 by Bonnee Waldstein

A mentally ill homeless man who frequents Glen Park and spent a year in jail and a year in a locked psychiatric ward after an elderly resident died subsequent to an altercation with him, is back in the neighborhood. On June 10, Peter Rocha was acquitted of murder in the May 2020 death of Leo […]

Filed Under: Crime, Rafael Mandelman, SFPD, Uncategorized

March with Supervisor Mandelman – Pride Parade on Sunday, June 26

June 17, 2022 by Office of Supervisor Rafael Mandelman

This year’s Pride Parade is approaching quickly (Sunday, 6/26) and Supervisor Mandelman’s office invites you to march with us! If you, your family members, or community members are interested in joining us in the parade, please reach out to me at your earliest convenience so I can get everyone set up! Please feel free to […]

Filed Under: Pride Week, Rafael Mandelman, Uncategorized

GPA Mtg 4/21

April 13, 2022 by Heather World

Spring 2022 Quarterly Meeting Meet Our New Ingleside Police Captain and Hear from Supervisor Mandelman The Glen Park Association Spring Quarterly Meeting Thursday, April 21, 2022 7 p.m. Register via Zoom here (but we have hope for an in-person meeting this summer!) Agenda Announcement of 2022 GPA Grant recipients Michael Rice to speak in memory […]

Filed Under: Meeting announcement, Rafael Mandelman, SFPD

San Francisco to rein in Monster Homes in Central Neighborhoods–including Glen Park

March 4, 2022 by Office of Supervisor Rafael Mandelman

The Board of Supervisors voted in favor of legislation to curb luxury home conversions in central San Francisco neighborhoods like Noe Valley, Dolores Heights, and Glen Park. On March 1 the Board of Supervisors unanimously voted for an ordinance introduced by District 8 Supervisor Rafael Mandelman to combat the ongoing trend of large, luxury single-family […]

Filed Under: Rafael Mandelman, Real Estate, Uncategorized

Supervisor Mandelman shares 21 District 8 Wins in 2021

January 26, 2022 by Supervisor Rafael Mandelman

Hello Glen Park Neighbors! I hope your 2022 is off to a great start! For this month’s column, I wanted to share our 21 District 8 Wins in 2021. These are some of the highlights of the work my office did to support Glen Park neighbors and residents, and small businesses across District 8 and […]

Filed Under: Rafael Mandelman, Uncategorized

One on one with Supervisor Mandelman in Glen Park

November 7, 2021 by Rafael Mandelman

Filed Under: Rafael Mandelman, Uncategorized

News From City Hall

November 5, 2021 by Rafael Mandelman

  Hello Glen Park neighbors! Welcome to the first in a series of monthly updates on the work my office is doing, and how you can get involved to make a difference on the issues you’re passionate about. It’s been a busy month in the D8 office – the Board unanimously passed legislation I authored […]

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Supervisor Mandelman’s monthly newsletter

October 16, 2021 by Supervisor Rafael Mandelman

Web Version D8 Newsletter – October 2021 Had a great time at SCRAP-SF’s “RePurposeful” show. This partnership with our beloved Randall Museum highlighted the results of SCRAP’s work to provide affordable access to arts and crafts supplies. Learn more about SCRAP at www.scrap-sf.org STAYING CONNECTED City Hall, and my office, are open so stop by and […]

Filed Under: Rafael Mandelman, Uncategorized

A walking school bus? Read this.

August 20, 2021 by Sup. Mandelman's office/Jacob Bintliff

Join Supervisor Mandelman and the Safe Routes to School partnership in a 1-hour free webinar to learn how you can start a Walking School Bus at your school! Studies show that children who walk to school enjoy health benefits and academic advantages, as well as  feel a sense of accomplishment, independence, and self-confidence. To learn […]

Filed Under: Rafael Mandelman, Schools

Christopher Park Playground Opens After Remodel

April 29, 2021 by Brynna McNulty, Friends of Christopher Park

Playground photos courtesy of SF Rec & Park George Christopher Playground in Diamond Heights has reopened after a near two-year, $5.2 million renovation and park improvement project. The 6.8 acre park is tucked between the Diamond Heights Shopping Center and the northeastern rim of Glen Canyon. The park improvements include a new playground, resurfaced pathways, […]

Filed Under: Christopher Park, Community Servce, Rafael Mandelman, Recreation and Parks Department, SFPW, Uncategorized, Volunteer

District 8 Liaison gives update on Leo Hainzl murder case

February 13, 2021 by Bonnee Waldstein

For details on the murder of Glen Park resident Leo Hainzl last Memorial Day morning, see: Glen Park Mourns Lost Neighborhood Fixture Follow up on murder of Leo Hainzl The Glen Park Association has received a further update on this case from Assistant District Attorney Brian Bringardner. In addition to being a prosecutor, Bringardner has […]

Filed Under: Crime, Editor's Pick, Featured, Rafael Mandelman, SFDA, Uncategorized

Two days after election, new Glen Park Association president hits front page of SF Chronicle

January 30, 2021 by Bonnee Waldstein

Supervisor Rafael Mandelman and SF Chronicle columnist Heather Knight recently paid an unscheduled visit to Hilary and Mike Schiraldi.  Hilary is the new president of the Glen Park Association and Mike is a longtime housing activist. Supervisor Mandelman is sponsoring legislation to limit the size of “monster homes” and allow fourplex housing close to transit […]

Filed Under: Featured, Glen Park Association, Housing, Rafael Mandelman, Uncategorized

GPA Quarterly Meeting Jan. 28

January 14, 2021 by Glen Park Association

You’re invited to the virtual Glen Park Association Winter Meeting! Thursday, January 28, 2021, 7:00 pm Participation via Zoom – Register here for the link. Agenda Glen Park Association officer election You must be a Glen Park Association member to vote. Candidate slate: President: Hilary Schiraldi Vice President: Heather World Treasurer: Dennis Mullen Communications secretary: […]

Filed Under: COVID-19, Events, Glen Park Association, Meeting announcement, Rafael Mandelman, Uncategorized

Winter 2020 Glen Park News Online

December 29, 2020 by Mary Szczepanik

The Winter 2020 edition of the Glen Park News is ready for your digital reading pleasure! Log-on for your socially distanced, COVID-safe reading on: Bus-only lanes coming to Glen Park The latest news on the Detroit Street Steps and mural project, and Updates from Supervisor Rafael Mandelman and the Glen Park School PTO As with […]

Filed Under: Glen Park News, Rafael Mandelman, Schools

D8 Supe Newsletter

August 7, 2020 by Heather World

Click here for the more readable web version.   D8 Newsletter – August 2020 Kicking off the AIDS 2020 Virtual Conference by hanging panels of the AIDS Memorial Quilt from the Mayor’s Balcony at City Hall on July 6th. The tradition of hanging panels from the balcony dates back to the early days of the […]

Filed Under: Rafael Mandelman

Public Safety Mtg July 30

July 15, 2020 by Heather World

For its summer quarterly meeting, the Glen Park Association has joined the Diamond Heights Community Association and Upper Noe Neighbors to present an area-wide meeting: Public Safety: Where We are Now and Where We are Going Featuring San Francisco Police Department Chief Bill Scott, Ingleside Station Captain Christopher Woon and District 8 Supervisor Rafael Mandelman. […]

Filed Under: Meeting announcement, Rafael Mandelman, SFPD

Town Hall on COVID-19 resources with Supervisor Mandelman and Assemblymember Chiu

April 21, 2020 by Bonnee Waldstein

The Glen Park Association is proud to co-host the upcoming joint town hall with Assemblymember David Chiu and Supervisor Rafael Mandelman! They’ll be discussing K-12 education, navigating childcare, support for workers & small businesses, and Q&A!   Please RSVP here and submit your questions here. The details for the town hall are as follows: Virtual Town Hall […]

Filed Under: COVID-19, David Chiu, Featured 2, Glen Park Association, Meeting announcement, Rafael Mandelman, Uncategorized

D8 Newsletter – COVID 19 Update (March 26)

March 27, 2020 by RAFAEL MANDELMAN

Here’s the latest update from Supervisor Mandelman. Read the newsletter here.

Filed Under: COVID-19, Featured, Rafael Mandelman, Uncategorized

D8 Newsletter – COVID 19 Update

March 14, 2020 by Rafael Mandelman

Supervisor Mandelman has put together helpful information for San Franciscans coping with the COVID-19 crisis. Read the Newsletter here.

Filed Under: Emergency preparedness, Rafael Mandelman, Uncategorized

Notes on the winter meeting of the Glen Park Association

February 3, 2020 by Bonnee Waldstein

Photos by Michael Waldstein The quarterly meeting had a great turnout – folks were anxious to hear from several local leaders who came to give updates and hear about neighborhood concerns. First up– Introducing Ingleside Captain Christopher Woon: Captain Chris Woon made his first appearance since assuming his position at the Ingleside Station. Born and […]

Filed Under: Featured, Glen Park Association, Rafael Mandelman, Safety, Scott Wiener, SFMTA, SFPD, SFPW, traffic, Transit, Uncategorized

Kern Street Parking Lot Legislation

October 13, 2019 by Heather World

The Planning Commission will consider parking legislation that will directly affect the Kern Street lot this Thursday, and in a reversal of course, the Planning Department is now urging the Commission to keep the lot permissible for parking. Supervisor Rafael Mandelman’s legislation broadly re-orients the Planning Code away from parking and toward people outside their […]

Filed Under: Anniversary NO, Jeff Sheehy, Kern Alley, Rafael Mandelman, SF Planning Department

District 8 Supervisor Rafael Mandelman’s October Newsletter

October 3, 2019 by Heather World

D8 Newsletter – October 2019 Speaking at the September General Members meeting of the Upper Noe Neighbors. WHAT’S NEW Homelessness update: Our office is working every day to address the crisis on our streets. Here’s what we’ve been up to lately. Treatment on Demand: Late last month, I held a hearing on the City’s progress implementing […]

Filed Under: Anniversary NO, Rafael Mandelman

Worth a trek to Noe Valley

October 2, 2019 by Bonnee Waldstein

What does this image have in common with local SF government? Senator Scott Wiener and Supervisor Rafael Mandelman will be presenting a legislative update — and pumpkin carving (at no taxpayer expense)!   Learn about the 2019 California legislative agenda, ask questions and share your 2020 priorities.   October 19, 2019, 1 – 4 pm […]

Filed Under: Anniversary NO, Rafael Mandelman, Recreation and Parks Department, Scott Wiener, Uncategorized

Notes on the summer Glen Park Association meeting

August 4, 2019 by Bonnee Waldstein

  There seemed to be a lot of new faces at the meeting at the Rec Center on July 25.  Maybe they wanted to hear and speak to Supervisor Mandelman, or find out the latest in the Kern alley saga, or broaden their vision of the future with the presentation on autonomous vehicles in San […]

Filed Under: Kern Alley, Meeting Summaries, Rafael Mandelman, Safety, SFFD, SFMTA, Transit, Uncategorized

10th Anniversary Retrospective: Bird & Beckett Bookstore Recognized at City Hall

May 15, 2019 by Heather World

To celebrate the Glen Park Association Website turning ten years old, we are reposting some of our favorite stories from the last ten years. Eric Whittington, proprietor of Glen Park’s Bird & Beckett Books, was honored at City Hall on Tuesday with a commendation from Supervisor Rafael Mandelman. (Or “Condemnation,” as Whittington accidentally referred to […]

Filed Under: Bird and Beckett, Rafael Mandelman

Community Discussion of SB50 (Among Other Issues)

May 13, 2019 by Upper Noe Neighbors

Forwarded from Upper Noe Neighbors:   Mark your calendars – Join your neighbors in lively discussion of neighborhood and city-wide issues. Recology – how to keep SF the greenest city in America? What’s in store. Share your insight and offer Recology feedback on the services that they provide. SB50 Just The Facts – SF Planning […]

Filed Under: Meeting announcement, Political, Rafael Mandelman, Scott Wiener

10th Anniversary Retrospective: Scenes from the Glen Park Festival, April 28, 2019

April 29, 2019 by Bonnee Waldstein

To celebrate the Glen Park Association Website turning ten years old, we are reposting some of our favorite stories from the last ten years. Photos by Bonnee Waldstein The Glen Park Association meets, greets, and signs up lots of new members! Shameless plug! Join or renew your Glen Park Association membership here. The Glen Park […]

Filed Under: Events, Featured, Glen Park Association, Glen Park Festival, Neighborhood, Rafael Mandelman, Uncategorized

Glen Park Association winter meeting rundown

January 26, 2019 by Bonnee Waldstein

The quarterly meeting of the Glen Park Association took place on Thursday, January 17, at the Glen Canyon Park recreation center.  Here are some highlights. Supervisor Mandelman: Rafael Mandelman presented a legislative update and engaged in a Q & A for the first time since being sworn in as District 8 Supervisor.  While declaring this […]

Filed Under: Community Clean-Up, Community Servce, elections, Featured, Glen Park Association, Greenway, Meeting Summaries, Neighborhood, Rafael Mandelman, SFMTA, Uncategorized, Volunteer

Supervisor Rafael Mandelman at DH Community Meeting

September 2, 2018 by Bonnee Waldstein

If you missed meeting Supervisor Mandelman at the last Glen Park Association Meeting, here’s another chance — attend the Diamond Heights Community Meeting Sept. 15.

Filed Under: Diamond Heights, Rafael Mandelman

Rafael Mandelman Vows to Bridge Divide

August 13, 2018 by Rachel Gordon

Rafael Mandelman is preparing to take office as Glen Park’s new District 8 representative on the Board of Supervisors after he won the recent election in a landslide with 60 percent of the vote, besting incumbent Supervisor Jeff Sheehy. Mandelman is expected to take the oath of office in July, once results of the June […]

Filed Under: elections, Rafael Mandelman

Sept. 8: Supervisor Mandelman hosts meeting on fire mitigation and evacuation planning

August 11, 2018 by Betsy Eddy

To Resilient Diamond Heights Workgroup and Other Interested Persons,  Resilient Diamond Heights is delighted that Supervisor Rafael Mandelman will host a meeting with City Officials concerning wildfire mitigation in our neighborhood parks and evacuation planning on Saturday, Sept. 8 at 2 pm at the SF Police Academy. Supervisor Mandelman has confirmed attendance by representatives of the […]

Filed Under: Diamond Heights, Fire, Glen Canyon Park, Meeting announcement, Rafael Mandelman, Safety

Notes on the Quarterly Glen Park Association Meeting, July 26, 2018

August 4, 2018 by Bonnee Waldstein

DIAMOND/BOSWORTH INTERSECTION UPDATE First up was Britt Tanner, senior engineer with the Sustainable Streets program of SFMTA. She came to speak about the recent Diamond and Bosworth signal update. “I’m going to try and stay clear of history,” she said lightheartedly – and preemptively. Changes to the troubled intersection began in 2015 and are focused […]

Filed Under: Arlington Community Garden, BART, Bike Share, Community Clean-Up, FixIt, Gardening, Greenway, Kern Alley, Meeting Summaries, Neighborhood, Parking, Rafael Mandelman, SFMTA, traffic, Uncategorized

Meet our new Supervisor Rafael Mandelman at the next GPA meeting

July 21, 2018 by Bonnee Waldstein

The Glen Park Association has a packed program for our upcoming quarterly meeting.  In addition to Supervisor Mandelman, we have several other guests and topics.  Here’s a chance to have your voice heard on issues affecting Glen Park! Thursday, July 26 7:00-9:00 PM Glen Park Recreation Center AGENDA: SFMTA – Diamond & Bosworth intersection update […]

Filed Under: Events, Glen Park Association, Meeting announcement, Neighborhood, Rafael Mandelman, SFMTA, Uncategorized

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Photos and Fun courtesy of the Glen Park Library!
It was a great turnout at the Glen Park Library Open House on Saturday May 17th!

Thank you to all who attended and a big thank you to Glen Park Branch Library Manager Darren Heiber and his staff for a fantastic day!! 🙌🏽

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Photos and Fun courtesy of the Glen Park Library! 
It was a great turnout at the Glen Park Library Open House on Saturday May 17th!

Thank you to all who attended and a big thank you to Glen Park Branch Library Manager Darren Heiber and his staff for a fantastic day!! 🙌🏽

@sfpubliclibrary @arionpress @museumofcraftanddesign @rafaelmandelmand8 #glenparklibrary #arionpress #museumofcraftanddesign #glenparksf #sanfrancisco #incommunity
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Qi Gong & Tai Chi Thursdays at the Glen Park Rec Center!

Thursdays 2:00PM - 2:45PM
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Led by led by Ashima Sarin

Beginners and All Levels of Mobility Are Welcome! It’s FREE and drop-in!

(There will be no class the second half of June and July)

📍Glen Park Rec Center, 70 Elk Street

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Qi Gong & Tai Chi Thursdays at the Glen Park Rec Center!

Thursdays  2:00PM - 2:45PM 
Room #1
Led by led by Ashima Sarin

Beginners and All Levels of Mobility Are Welcome! It’s FREE and drop-in! 

(There will be no class the second half of June and July)

📍Glen Park Rec Center, 70 Elk Street 

QUESTIONS? CALL 415-239-4007
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