Businesses be able to have a casp inspection. That is a very meaningful piece to be able to help them weather some lawsuits if they should come down the pipeline. In addition to that, we expect to see 70,000 in actual physical improvement grants that will be coming into the district as well. And, so, i know that the mayor will be looking very intently to see how this program works, not only in my district, but also across the way in the Richmond District and see whether this is a program that we can launch even wider citywide. So, again, im really, really thankful for the mayor for his investment, and his dedication to Small Business. We talked a lot about supporting our Small Businesses and a lot of times i hear a lot of lip service to it. This is actually putting your mouth, your pocket where your mouth is and actually making that investment to make sure we support our Small Businesses. Again, i want to thank the mayor. I want to thank all of my Small Businesses who have weathered the years here. And of course to all of our departments who have been absolutely phenomenal with this effort. Thank you. applause all right. Thank you, supervisor. And we also know that its so important to make sure that we get the workout on the streets and we have to the right kind of nonprofit partners who help us achieve the goals of a program like this one is so important to our Small Businesses. So id like to invite up to speak Frank Baumgartner from Small Business economic developer to help get the word out with supervisor chu. So, frank . Thanks, everybody, for being here. Im with asian neighborhood design, project coordinator over there and were a nonprofit Architecture Firm thats been around 40 years, specializing in improvements for Small Businesses and affordable housing. And were really excited to be teamed up with osb and oewd on this venture to bring education about the importance of disabled access. And its our aim to really make sure that all these Small Businesses are inclusive to all patrons with the space that has the accessible upgrades and this ada compliance. Thank you. applause and one of the most important parts of the program of investing neighborhoods is making sure were listening to the needs of our neighborhood partners. And to speak to those issues, are some of the Small Businesses who know how important it is to make sure were getting the word out and who want to make sure their neighbors, Small Business neighbors are supported. One of those people is angela tickler, the Hardware Store across the street who will speak to the importance of this program now. applause angela. Good morning. Im also the president of our local merchants association. And, so, we have done a lot of work with carmen and katies help over the last few years trying to educate particularly our mono lingual merchants in the area how they can protect themselves against these lawsuits, which we know for a fact can close Small Businesses to have to close, which is a shame. Cause Small Businesses, in addition to hiring 51 of the people in the city, are also a huge part of the citys character and individuality, the things that make San Francisco special and we want to make sure that that can keep going on. It is incredible that the mayor and carmen chu have figured out how to do this program as a Small Business owner myself, i am unable to afford to be able to pay for a casp inspection, yet i know how important it could be to me should a lawsuit come my way. So, i will be applying for one of these inspections and i am encouraging all my fellow merchants in this area to do the same, to try and take advantage of what is a Great Program that the mayor and carmen are piloting here in conjunction with those other agencies. It is important for us to be able to serve everybody in our community, but sometimes its cost prohibitive for small merchants to be able to do that. So, we dont want to see people going under by not being able to comply. So, this program will be really important to our merchants as well as others across the city and i hope and think it will be very, very successful. Thank you. applause i want to thank you so much, angela, and for all your leadership as the president of the outer Sunset Mission and professional association here in the neighborhood. So, thank you. applause as we said, we want to make sure that were reaching everyone in a culturally competent way through the program. To speak to that, the partner has done a lot of that work reaching up and down corridors like this one here. Thats martin lam from good will. So, martin, if you could come up and speak. Thank you, thank you very much. applause hi, on behalf of good will industry, i would like to im very honored to thank mayor ed lee and supervisor carmen chu for setting aside 400,000 to help local businesses to become ada compliant. We filed with supervisor chus office in the past to make sure we get the word out, make sure they know how to do the ada more update for the ada. And a lot of our businesses, most of our neighbors in this community are Small Businesses, mom and pop stores and who dont have a lot of cash flow every month. So, we are very grateful for the mayor and Supervisors Office for giving us the support. As you know, lawsuits can mean for a business that they have to close down if they dont have the cash to defend themselves hiring a lawyer. So, this past year alone, a lot of the Small Businesses actually have to move out of the city because of people doing driveby lawsuits. Here at the good will industry we are very grateful and one of our mission is to help people to create Job Opportunities for people who come here and work. So, one of the things that we care for is creating jobs in the city and preserving jobs in the city. So, last year we were able to have about 7,000 people just to come by and to shop for us and to provide Job Opportunities and training opportunities throughout our missions and our [speaker not understood]. Once again, i want to thank the mayor and carmen chu for helping us to get this funding. Thank you. applause thank you all again so much for coming out. As you can see, this is a team effort so we can have the most and strongest collective impact in corridors like these and like the one investing in the neighborhoods program. I know the supervisor was very excited to get this program up and running right away. Shell be joining with the job squad member who has recently come onto the investing neighborhoods team, members of the office of Small Business to make sure were getting the word out about this program right now. So, i just want to say thank you to all of you, to rob black from the restaurant association, benny yee to being here, our merchants, our neighbors and all the City Partners who really believe in supporting the businesses and of course to todd from the office of economic and work force development, supervisor chu and our mayor ed lee. Thank you so much for this opportunity to help out our Small Businesses in our community. Thank you very much and well be available for questions later on. Thanks. applause . Hello, i am with the recreation and parks department. We are featuring the romantic park location in your backyard. This is your chance to find your heart in santa and cisco with someone special. San francisco with someone special. Our first look out is here at buena vista park, a favorite with couples and dog walkers. Both have a significant force. A refreshing retreat from urban life. The romantic past that meander up and down the park under pines and eucalyptus. Hang out in this environment and you might see butterflies it, fennel, and then the lines. Dandelions. Is ada accessible. Public transit is plentiful. We have conquered the steps, we have watched the dogs, and we have enjoyed a beautiful view. This is a place to take someone special on a romantic stroll and enjoyed a beautiful look out. Welcome to Corona Heights located in the heart of this district. It offers a view of the downtown skyline, the bay bridge, and the east bay. It is one of the best kept secrets in the city. It is hardly ever crowded. On any given day, you will run into a few locals. , bought a 37 bus to get there without any parking worries. For legged friends can run freely. There is also a patch of grass for the small box. It is a great place. It is a wonderful place to have these kinds of parks. That dog owners appreciate it. Take time to notice of the wildfires that are on the grassland and keep your head out on the lookout for hawks and other bird life. Be sure to take your camera and be prepared to take a view of the city will not forget. It has a beautiful red rock formations. You could watch the sunrise over the bay. This is another one of our great lookouts. We are at mount davidson. 928 feet. This is the place for you to bring someone special. To not forget that dogs and enjoy all of the pathways and greenery that surrounds you. It provides a peaceful oasis of open space and great hiking trails. The spectacular view offers a Perfect Place to watch the sunrise or sunset with someone you love. It is a good place to get away from the hectic life of the city. Come up here and listen to nature, i get some fresh air. That view is fantastic. Where sturdy shoes. Hikers get the feeling of being in a rain forest. Mount davidson is also a great place to escape the noise and the bustle of the city. Take the 36 bus and it will drop you at the entrance. It is quite a hike to the top but the view is worth every step. This is the place to bring that someone special. Golden gate parks largest body of water is an enchanting place. Is a popular spot for paddling around in boats, which can be rented. Created in 1893, it was designed for these your boating for leisure boating. It is named for the wild strawberries that once flourished. There is also a waterfall, two bridges, and trails the climb to the summit, the highest point at more than four hundred feet. You can catch glimpses of the western side of the city that make this hilltop a romantic look out. For public transit, i take the n train. The lad the ad lake is ada accessible. Watch many ducks, swans, and siegels. Seagulls. It is a great place to stroll and sail away. Many couples come here to take a ride around a lake, going under the bridges, passing the chinese pavilion and the waterfall. For a quiet getaway, making for a memorable and magical experience. Located on 19th avenue, this growth is the place to where youre hiking boots, bring the family and the dog because it has so much to offer you and your loved ones. It is a truly hidden gem in the city. The park is rich with eucalyptus trees. Long paths allow you to meander, perfect for a dog walking in a wooded environment. I enjoy the history. The diversity of nature that exists in such an urban city, concrete streets, cars, we have this oasis of the natural environment. It reminds us of what the history was. There is a section for dogs and plenty of parking. Transit is available on the 28 bus to get you very easily. The part is ada park is ada accessible. It is also a natural lake. This is your chance to stroll around the lake and let the kids run free. It also has many birds to watch. It is a place to find and appreciate what you a wonderful breath of fresh air. Come and experience in this park and enjoy the people, picnics, and sunshine. This is a lovely place to take a stroll with your loved ones. In the middle of pacific heights, on top of these hills, it offers a great square, a peaceful beauty, large trees and grass and greenery. It features tables and benches, a playground, restaurants, and tennis courts. There are plenty of areas for football and picnics. It is very much a couples park. There are many activities you can experience together. Stroll on the pathways, bring your dog, or just picnic at one of the many tables and enjoy all that it has to offer together. Many couples find this is a perfect park to throw down a blanket and soak up the sun. It is a majestic place that you can share with someone you chairs. Lafayette park is also easily accessed from the 47, 49, and 90 buses. It is ada accessible. We are here at the historic palace of fine art in the marina district. Originally built for the 1950s exposition, the palace is situated on San Franciscos number waterfront. It is ada accessible and is reached by the 28, 30, and 91 bus lines. Set against the reflecting waters of the lagoon and eucalyptus trees, the palace is one of San Francisco post most San Franciscos most romantic spots to relax with that special someone while listening to the water and gazing at the swans. A beautiful to view from many locations along the mattoon, an ideal place to all lagoon, an ideal place to walk with a loved one. Reservations for weddings are available at sfrecpark. Org. Discarding contains plants referred to by William Shakespeares plays and poems. Welcome to the Shakespeare Garden here in the famous golden gate park. Located near the museum and the California Academy of sciences, the garden was designed by the California Spring blossom and wildfilower association. Here is a truly enchanting and tranquil garden along a path behind a charming gate. This garden is the spot to woo your date. Stroll around and appreciate its unique setting. The gorgeous brick walkway and a brick wall, the stone benches, the rustic sundial. Chaired the part share the bards word hundred famous verses from a shakespearean plays. This is a gem to share with someone special. Pack a picnic, find a bench, and enjoy the sunshine, and let the whimsical words of William Shakespeare and floats you and your loved one away. This is one of the most popular wedding locations and is available for reservations. Take a bus and have no parking worries. Shakespeares garden is ada accessible. Located at the bottom of this hill, it is a secret garden with an infinite in captivating appeal. Carefully tucked away, it makes the top of our list for most intimate pyknic setting. Avoid all taurus cars and hassles by taking a cable car. Or the 30, 45, or 91 bus. The garden was designed by Thomas Church in 1957. Grow old with me, the best is yet to be is inscribed on a sundial. It is anchored by twin white gazebos and flowers that bloom yearround. This is the place to tell someone special or the place to declare the commitment you two share. Weddings and the event reservations are available for this adorable hidden gem. We know there are many other romantic parks in San Francisco. We hope you have enjoyed this torre of lookouts, picnics, and strolls that are available every day. Until next time, do not forget to get out and play. For more information about reserving one of these romantic locations or any other location, call 8315500. This number is best for special events, weddings, picnics, and the county fair buildings. Or for any athletic field, call 8315510. You can write us at or walk in and say hello. And of course you can find more information moresfrecpark. Org. When the new California Academy of sciences opened in 2008, it quickly became one of the top tourist magnets in the city. Part of the cal academies astronomical success is the weekly nightlife party. I am joined by helen, who is here to school me on all the nocturnal activities that are getting ready to take place here. Tell us a little about what we can expect to see at nightlife. We open up the doors every thursday night at the California Academy of sciences. There are certain things you can see every week you can go to the museum, visit the planetarium, and we bring in bars and a deejay or band. It is a different feel from during the day, Something Different every week. Tonight , we have beer and music. Tonight we have great beer and music. It is beer week. We have a dozen local brewers in african hall. We have a deejays to set up throughout the museum and a Live Performance at 9 00 p. M. Tonight. What has been your favorite part as a participant or as an observer . My favorite part is to walk around the aquarium in to see people with a drink in their hands, getting to know maybe somebody new, may be looking for a day, or chatting with friends. There jellyfish. I mean, they are beautiful. The culmination of the animals. It is very impressive. We do not have this at home. Tell us a little about some of the spiders we see here on display. At the California Academy of sciences, there is a very large collection of preserved and live specimens, which are the evidence about evolution. We have the assassin spiders, which are spiders that exclusively kill and eat other spiders. They are under the microscope here. Research done and the California Academys i rhinology lab suggests that the assassin spiders have been doing this for over 150 million years. This glassed in room is a real scientific laboratory, and the people in that room are preparing specimens of vertebrate, that is mammals and birds. The way they do this is to remove the skin, sew it together in a relatively lifelike pose, and ensure that it does not decompose. I am a really big class actress fan, so i am here to see them, and beer week. I wanted to learn something and have fun. I always enjoy it. I am not all is well always working as i am tonight. Som