“We see urbanization continuing. We see a younger generation flocking into (the) city center. We see more and more people without a car,” said Gerard Groener, managing director of Ingka Centres. “To reach this audience, we need to be closer than we were. We were not visible anymore to them. There was no awareness, and we were not accessible to them anymore. So that’s the drive into the city.” … [Read more...] about SF Mayor London Breed says IKEA mall will make ‘huge difference’ for downtown
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Mayor London Breed expects SF to spend $446 million on pandemic next year
Citing sharply declining coronavirus transmission rates in the county, county officials allowed nail salons, massage therapy and aesthetic, cosmetology and skin care services to reopen outdoors on Tuesday. The county also plans to allow hotels and short-term rentals to open Aug. 24 if virus cases remain below 200 per 100,000 residents through Aug. 21. … [Read more...] about Mayor London Breed expects SF to spend $446 million on pandemic next year
Mayor Breed grants San Francisco businesses fee deferrals to 2021
“Many businesses in San Francisco are struggling with a loss of revenue due to the COVID-19 pandemic and we must do everything we can to support them and their employees during this challenging time,” Mayor Breed said in a statement. “Deferring the collection of these fees provides some immediate financial relief for business as we continue to try to help them stay afloat and take care of their employees.” … [Read more...] about Mayor Breed grants San Francisco businesses fee deferrals to 2021
Power shut-offs to hit parts of Napa and Sonoma counties as PG&E braces for ominous winds
Although San Francisco and areas around the coast were getting some relief with ocean breezes, Oakland had hit 96 degrees by 3 p.m., surpassing the previous record high of 93 degrees on Sept. 7, 1957. Livermore also looked to be on its way to setting a daily record at 111 degrees, said Drew Peterson, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service. … [Read more...] about Power shut-offs to hit parts of Napa and Sonoma counties as PG&E braces for ominous winds
Bay Briefing: PG&E moves forward with power shut-offs
Before you head out, consult this personal safety checklist and review the new pandemic etiquette rules. Food critic Soleil Ho offers suggestions for how much to tip when you eat out or pick up takeout. Check out this list of restaurants offering picnic-ready meals, and learn how to host a small get-together safely. … [Read more...] about Bay Briefing: PG&E moves forward with power shut-offs
