sf.iti NOVEMBER BALLOT RECOMMENDATIONS
As we gear up for the November 5th, 2024, General Election, sf.citi is excited to provide an overview of the 15 measures on the San Francisco ballot, along with our official recommendations. These positions are shaped by the needs of our members, with a focus on nurturing a dynamic and innovative tech and business environment in San Francisco. Whether you’re a tech industry professional or simply a voter looking to stay informed, our guide offers valuable insights to help you navigate your decisions this November. Visit our website for a full breakdown of each measure and sf.citi’s recommendations.
MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: GOOGLE.ORG’S PARTNERSHIP WITH TRUST YOUTH INITIATIVE DRIVES SUCCESS
In light of recent press, we’re proud to recognize the continued impact of the Trust Youth Initiative, supported by a $2.9 million contribution from Google.org. Launched last year in partnership with Larkin Street Youth Services and San Francisco’s Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing, this groundbreaking program provides direct cash assistance to at-risk young adults, helping them secure housing, pursue education, and achieve their goals. Larkin Street, a long-time sf.citi tech volunteerism partner under the leadership of Executive Director Sherilyn Adams, continues to demonstrate the effectiveness of this innovative approach to addressing youth homelessness. Google’s backing of this program underscores its commitment to leveraging tech and resources for impactful social change.
OPENAI BOOSTS SAN FRANCISCO’S OFFICE MARKET & FUTURE
sf.citi member OpenAI’s massive expansion in Mission Bay, with a new lease bringing their total footprint to nearly 1 million square feet, is a major win for San Francisco. As the city faces record-high office vacancies, OpenAI’s continued investment is a clear sign that the tech industry remains committed to San Francisco’s future. This deal not only fills a critical gap in the city’s office market but also signals confidence in San Francisco as a hub for innovation and growth. By anchoring themselves in the city, we’re proud that OpenAI is helping to draw more talent, create jobs, and energize the local economy, positioning San Francisco’s tech sector—and sf.citi’s members—as key drivers of the city’s resurgence.
SF NEWS & UPDATES
- Dreamforce commits to S.F. for three more years in major economic boost for city (SF Chronicle)
- Can AI help solve homelessness? Gov. Newsom thinks so (Mercury News)
- On Kamala Harris’ San Francisco home turf, old friends root for her on presidential debate night (LA Times)
- S.F.’s redesigned Transamerica Pyramid reopens as the city reimagines downtown’s potential (SF Chronicle)
- Google investing $13 million in effort to spot wildfires earlier with satellites and AI (SF Chronicle)
- San Francisco to Host International AI Safety Summit After Election, Biden Administration Says (KQED)
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