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With a mayoral eye on equity, Gloria looks to transform San Diego by Matthew S. Bajko

group of residents has started the process to recall San Francisco District Attorney Chesa Boudin. Approval of the signature-gathering phase Rick Gerharter of the effort is likely to come in the next week, San Francisco according to the recall’s District Attorney Chesa Boudin lead organizer. As the Bay Area Reporter previously reported, Richie Greenberg, a business adviser and activist who in 2018 was a Republican candidate for mayor, started a petition January 2 urging Boudin to resign after a parolee was allegedly responsible for a hit-and-run that killed two pedestrians in the South of Market neighborhood on New Year’s Eve. Greenberg’s petition garnered almost 15,000 signatures. “We decided to stop the petition and declare that this is a much bigger response than we could have imagined,” Greenberg told the See page 10 >>

n the antechamber to his mayoral suite on the 11th floor of City Hall, San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria has hung black-andwhite portraits of three deceased civil rights pioneers. Every day he goes into the building he passes by images of gay San Francisco supervisor Harvey Milk, U.S. Supreme Court justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, and Georgia congressman John Lewis. “They are icons who each, I think, contributed to my ability to sit in this room,” Gloria told the Bay Area Reporter from the municipal building during a recent Zoom interview. Inside his office is a painting of Diego, the Chihuahua mix breed Gloria and his partner, Adam Smith, adopted after briefly fostering him last year. Now the “First Dog of San Diego,” Diego was rescued from a kill shelter in San Bernardino County by a San Diego nonprofit. “He is just perfect,” said Gloria, adding that the couple ended up asking themselves, “Why on earth would we return him to have someone else adopt a dog this amazing?” With City Hall off limits to the public due to the COVID pandemic, only a handful of people have beheld the visual acknowledge-

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San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria shares an award he received, which is a small bust of Harvey Milk.

ments to some of the issues his administration cares about, such as animal welfare and equality, said Gloria. “I brought a little bit of flair to the mayor’s

office but no one can see it. It is off limits other than to very few staff members,” noted Gloria. “When the time comes we will welcome back people to City Hall so they can enjoy those portraits and the painting of Diego and a few other things I have here to celebrate San Diego.” Late last year Gloria, 42, took his oath of office to become San Diego’s first gay elected mayor and first mayor of color. A third-generation San Diegan of Native American, Dutch, Puerto Rican, and Filipino ancestry, Gloria formerly served on the City Council and briefly held the mayoral position seven years ago on an interim basis due to the resignation of former mayor Bob Filner amid sexual harassment accusations. “The answer is colored by it not being my first time in the office or chair. But it does feel different, largely because of the pandemic and all the challenges we are facing,” said Gloria about how it feels to be mayor of his city. “It allows me to sit at the desk with greater confidence and clarity of thought in terms of what needs to be done and how to prioritize the multitude of challenges that come in the door every single day.” See page 11 >>

Presence of cremains may impact Lyon-Martin House landmark request by Matthew S. Bajko Courtesy SFPD

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Mission Station gets first female captain by John Ferrannini

he San Francisco Police Department’s Mission Station, which also covers much of the Castro and Noe Valley, has a new head in Captain Rachel Moran. Moran started in the post February 20. A 25-year veteran of the force, Moran, 50, told the Bay Area Reporter February 22 that she thinks she’s the first woman to lead the station, which was subsequently confirmed by Matt Dorsey, a gay man who is the communications director of the SFPD. See page 11 >>

ue to the cremains of lesbian pioneering couple Phyllis Lyon and Del Martin being interred where they lived in Noe Valley, historians are calling on City Hall to landmark the entire property. It would be the fifth city landmark specifically tied to LGBTQ history, if approved, and the first focused solely on lesbian history. But the city’s preservation advisory body is recommending that only the couple’s former two-story cottage located at 651 Duncan Street be designated a city landmark. It saw no need to include the adjoining garden plot where the couple’s cremains are located, which has an address of 649 Duncan Street. While the city’s planning department concluded the cremains did not add to why the property should be a city landmark, it did determine that the entire property deserves to be landmarked. The National Trust for Historic Preservation is arguing that the presence of the women’s cremains means the entire property not only should be landmarked but also considered a memorial site. “They made the conscious choice to scatter their cremains there,” Christina Morris, the trust’s senior field director in Los Angeles, told the Historic Preservation Commission at its

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Rocks, foreground, indicate where the ashes of Phyllis Lyon and Del Martin are interred on their former property.

February 17 hearing. The commissioners voted 6-1 to support only landmarking the Lyon-Martin House. Commissioner Aaron Hyland, a gay man who is its president, cast the sole no vote because he felt the entire property is worthy of being deemed a city landmark. Commissioner Chris Foley said the landmark request was “near and dear to my heart” because the life of his daughter, who came out as gay at age 11, was made better by the work of Lyon and Martin. While he agreed their home should be landmarked, Foley said he saw no reason for why the adjoining undeveloped parcel needed to also be part of the landmark designation. “This designation is really important,” said

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Foley, “but I think we should separate the lot. The lot with the cremains I don’t think should be part of it.” Commissioner Kate Black, who lived for nearly two decades in a “worker bee cottage” a few blocks away from the Lyon-Martin House, feared landmarking the undeveloped portion would limit the new property owners’ ability to construct their own residence on the site. “I see no relationship to this vacant lot to the importance of Phyllis Lyon and Del Martin and the work they did,” said Black, noting she hoped a multi-unit building or a house with a secondary living unit would be built there. “Or whatever the family would like. We should make it as easy as possible for them to do so.” The Board of Supervisors is expected to take up the issue in April. Shayne E. Watson, a lesbian and architectural historian who co-wrote a 2015 survey of San Francisco’s LGBTQ cultural heritage that highlighted the historic significance of the LyonMartin House, told the Bay Area Reporter she was “frustrated” by the commission’s decision. An organizer of the Friends of the Lyon-Martin House group that formed to advocate for the preservation of the couple’s home, Watson said the group will be advocating that the superviSee page 9 >>

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Haney’s office hopeful nightlife fund can start in March by John Ferrannini

chief legislative aide for Haney, stated to the Bay Area Reporter. “That is just a guess, it could happen sooner.” As the B.A.R. previously reported (https://www.ebar.com/news/ news//300993), Haney introduced the fund late last year after lobbying from entertainment venue owners, including some members of the Stud Collective that used to run the now-shuttered space at 399 Ninth Street. Haney represents the South of Market neighborhood, which includes the Leather and LGBTQ Cultural District and a handful of storied queer venues. (Mahogany is a member of the Stud Collective.) The cultural district did not respond to a request for comment as

of press time. The Board of Supervisors apow that the San Francisco proved the fund for a final time FebBoard of Supervisors has ruary 23. unanimously passed District 6 Su“It’s a good day for our city and pervisor Matt Haney’s Music and for our city’s nightlife community. Entertainment Venue Recovery We are creating a fund that will proFund, his legislative aide is hopeful vide relief, at a time when our venthat beleaguered venues can start ues need it the most,” Haney stated getting help next month. in a news release. “Saving our enHaney is trying to identify $1.5 tertainment venues is an important million that can be used for the part of making sure our city is gofund, according to a news release ing to be able to bounce back from from his office. this pandemic, and with the San “I am hopeful that we will be able Francisco Music and Entertainment to allocate the money and get the Venue Recovery Fund, we are giving fund up and running by the end of our venues a fighting chance.” March,” Honey Mahogany, a queer The release also included comnonbinary trans person who is the ments from Maria Davis, who is part of the Stud Collective and also the owner of St. Mary’s Pub in the Bernal Heights neighborhood. Davis is a member of both the San Get honest and caring support. Therapy/ Francisco Venue Coalition and the Explore possibilities. Independent Venues Alliance. Support Embrace your life in your later years. “This is a huge first step,” Davis stated. “We are so grateful to SuperGroup visor Haney and the entire Board of Supervisors for acknowledging the for Older Call Jim Fishman, LCSW, CGP importance of our live entertain(415) 218-2845 Gay Men ment venues by creating this fund, license: lcsw 11567 as well as to Mayor [London] Breed for her ongoing support of our industry.” Mahogany stated that Haney is SERVING OUR FULL MENU!! working with the city controller to James_Fishman_2x2_021821.indd 1 2/12/21 2:44 PM get the fund up and running. “We believe the [$]1.5 [million] can help 15-30 venues, depending on the need,” Mahogany stated. “The [$]1.5 [million] is just a starting amount, and the goal is to find more money through a variety of avenues including fundraising from the private sector.” D’Arcy Drollinger, a gay man who is an owner of the Oasis nightclub in the South of Market neighborhood, The new hours of Orphan Andy’s was part of the conversations that

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the Independent Venue Alliance had to push Haney’s office for a nightlife relief fund. When he spoke to the B.A.R. last month, Drollinger said that $10-$15 million would be useful if the fund is geared toward helping smaller venues. “I do wish it was a larger fund,” he stated to the B.A.R. February 17. “I am so happy that Supervisor Haney’s nightlife fund passed,” Drollinger added. “There are many venues like Oasis that have been really struggling and will ultimately be the last to open. I am part of the [Independent Venue Alliance]. I know first hand so many of the small venues struggle. We not only need to pay the mountain of debt that we’ve accrued, but also need support weathering the next 4-8 months until we can finally open.” Some $1.5 million was already

provided to the entertainment industry by Breed’s San Francisco Relief Grant program. Last month $5 million in fee and tax waivers (including $2.5 million for businesses with a place of entertainment permit) passed the board after having been introduced by gay District 8 Supervisor Rafael Mandelman. The financial relief is coming too late for the queer-owned nightlife venue Virgil’s Sea Room. The Mission district bar adjacent to another queer-owned entertainment spot, El Rio, announced February 22 “with great sadness and a heavy heart” that it was closing its doors. “We are another victim of the times. After a year of constant loss, not enough help from the feds, and a mental fatigue that can’t quite be described ... Virgil’s has made the tough decision to close,” read a post on Virgil’s Facebook account.t

LGBTQ groups to receive COVID grants compiled by Cynthia Laird

t least two LGBTQ organizations are in line to receive a portion of $17.3 million in grants to help communities disproportionately affected by COVID-19. The funding is from the Center at Sierra Health Foundation, in partnership with the California Department of Social Services and the Labor and Workforce Development Agency. There are 110 communitybased organizations throughout the Golden State receiving the grants, according to a news release. The grants range from $50,000 to $300,000 for regional or statewide outreach in workplaces and for community health, the release stated. One of the LGBTQ organizations receiving community health funding is the Source LGBTQ+ Center. Based in Visalia, it serves the queer community in Fresno, Tulare, and Kings counties, Executive Director Brian Poth told the Bay Area Reporter in a recent phone interview. Poth said the center hasn’t yet received the funds, but should soon. It plans to start outreach work next month. The center in anticipating receiving $50,000, Poth said. “We’re following the same kind of model we used to reach census tracts,” Poth said, explaining that the grant will allow the Source to answer people’s questions about COVID vaccinations, testing, and other issues. The Source hopes to have informational happy hours, Poth said. Those would likely take place virtual-

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Source LGBTQ+ Center Executive Director Brian Poth

ly until in-person events can happen. Poth said the center usually serves about 1,200 people annually when open. Because of COVID restrictions, the center now sees people by appointment only. He added that the center has a reach of about 15,000 people online in the three counties. Equality California will also receive a grant for community health. Spokesman Samuel Garrett-Pate stated that he couldn’t confirm the grant amount, but the LGBTQ rights group plans to launch a statewide campaign “to educate and engage LGBTQ+ Californians around COVID-19 vaccine efficacy and availability, testing, workplace safety and other key prevention methods.” “The campaign will include public education and outreach in both English and Spanish,” Garrett-Pate added. “You’ve probably seen the CDC reporting that the LGBTQ+ community may be more vulnerable to COVID-19 – confirming what we’ve suspected since the beginning of the pandemic. We’re excited to continue our work educating LGBTQ+ Californians about COVID-19 and con-

necting folks with the tools, resources and support they need during this devastating crisis.” He was referring to a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report earlier this month that indicated “sexual minority persons in the U.S. have higher self-reported prevalences of several underlying health conditions associated with severe outcomes from COVID-19 than do heterosexual persons, both in the overall population and among racial/ethnic minority groups.” In announcing the funding, CDSS stated that community-based organizations have been providing critical services during the pandemic to those disproportionately affected. “These projects will help ensure that information about COVID-19, the vaccine, workers’ rights, and crucial resources, including public benefits, reaches California’s most disproportionately impacted populations via trusted community partners,” CDSS spokesman Scott Murray wrote in an email. Governor Gavin Newsom praised the program. “Systemic inequalities in our government and health care systems have left many Californians at a higher risk for COVID-19,” Newsom stated. “Building on the successful infrastructure created to encourage underserved communities to participate in the census, we must reach these disproportionately affected Californians through trusted messengers and community-based partners to minimize the spread of the virus, overcome vaccine hesitancy, and save lives.” See page 9 >>

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hile the COVID-19 vaccine rollout remains uneven in California, it’s a relief that most people over the age of 65 can now make an appointment – that is if sites have the vaccine and are open. However, as the state’s plan progresses, it seems some groups, like hardware store employees and bus drivers, have been left out from Tier 1B, which is currently underway. These essential workers stayed on the job throughout the pandemic, becoming lifelines to their communities. In the case of hardware store employees, they were crucial to helping everyone shelter in place safely by supplying repair parts, cleaning supplies, and PPE. Terry Asten Bennett, the general manager and one of the owners of Cliff ’s Variety in the Castro, is struggling to make sense of the state vaccination guidelines. “As Tier 1B becomes available for the COVID vaccine, it has become quite clear that our employees were forgotten by the CDC when the tiers were set up,” Asten Bennett wrote in a note to the Bay Area Reporter, referring to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. “Our employees have been in close contact with hundreds (collectively thousands) of strangers a day, and are often unable to provide service while maintaining distance. We aren’t asking for special treatment, just to be treated equally with our peers in the grocery industry.” That makes sense. If grocery workers and educators are part of 1B, hardware store employees and bus drivers should be too. District 6 Supervisor Matt Haney tweeted this week that bus drivers and sanitation workers continue to be left out even as Tier 1B expands. A group of independent hardware stores in the city recently sent a letter to Mayor London Breed explaining their concerns. “As the pandemic took hold, we began hearing about the hundreds of thousands of essential workers who, in spite of the threat to their own personal safety, continued to per-

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Cliff’s Variety in the Castro instituted physical distancing nearly a year ago as the pandemic raged and the store continued to operate.

form their duties to ensure that our society remained up and running,” the letter reads. “The ranks of these individuals included our healthcare workers, police officers, firefighters, and EMTs. The debt of gratitude we owe these heroes is immeasurable. “In addition to these heroes were thousands of other essential workers supporting critical services required to keep our city functioning – the maintenance teams, truck drivers, warehouse workers, and retail employees who kept vital products and supplies flowing to our businesses and households. When California and San Francisco were looking at which services and industries to deem essential during the pandemic, we were pleased for hardware stores to be among those so designated, given the nature of our service to the community. Hardware stores have a vital contribution to make during a period when so many individuals are spending unprecedented amounts of time in their homes. Now that we may be emerging from the darkest part of this pandemic and vaccines may offer a light at the end of this long tunnel, your local independent hardware stores ask that San Francisco support the hundreds of essential workers in this industry who have selflessly risen to the challenge

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during this difficult time,” the letter states. Many of our readers stopped by Cliff ’s last year – and continue to do so – to buy cleaning supplies and other essential items. Cliff ’s instituted physical distancing indoors and continues to run a tight ship. Asten Bennett said she has 42 employees; eight have been able to get vaccinated because they are over 65. The state assigns every industry a code and can easily fix this oversight. State officials just need to include the code for hardware stores in Tier 1B. This group doesn’t represent millions of workers, like teachers, but it does matter to neighborhoods. Customers will have more protection if employees are vaccinated, just as everyone wearing a mask decreases the probability of infection for you and those around you. “We were literally the first alternative for PPE supplies,” Asten Bennett told us, recalling those frantic days last spring when big box stores ran out of hand sanitizer, face coverings, and toilet paper. “We were really patient. We want schools to reopen and teachers to get vaccinated.” She also wants her workers to get inoculated too. Like so much regarding the pandemic, policies set by the state often must be adjusted when problems arise with implementation. It’s only fair and makes common sense to protect essential workers who have sacrificed on behalf of us all.t

ast month, I asked my representative on the Board of Supervisors, Dean Preston, to make it easier to build new housing in our city. I’m a gay man who moved to San Francisco a decade ago for graduate school, so our housing crisis is personal to me: I know firsthand what it’s like to want to fulfill the LGBTQ person’s dream of moving to San Francisco only to struggle to afford housing here. But Preston responded to my concern over the city’s housing crisis by publicly insulting me: “Are you seriously a professor of something?” In fact I am – both Preston’s constituent and, now, a professor at UC Berkeley. If Preston wants to help vulnerable communities afford housing, he should listen to the science on housing affordability, not insult researchers. And the evidence is overwhelming: Preston’s housing policies are contrary to science – and devastate vulnerable communities. Preston has emerged as the leading opponent to allowing any new market-rate housing in San Francisco. He’s been on the board just over a year, but has already blocked thousands of homes on vacant parking lots in his district. Late last year, Preston even forced city supervisors to meet for hours so he could block just four homes on vacant land, citing preposterous fire safety concerns. Unbelievably, he even compared allowing more housing in wealthy neighborhoods to the demolition of neighborhoods of color. The science is clear that Preston’s opposition to market-rate homes makes San Francisco more unaffordable. Study after study finds that market-rate home construction reduces rents, displacement, and evictions for current residents. For example, Berkeley economist Kate Pennington finds that new market-rate housing projects in San Francisco lower nearby displacement by 17%, nearby evictions by 31%, and nearby rents by 2% (but that new affordable housing does not). Other research finds that new market-rate buildings lower nearby rents by 5-7 percentage points, a find-

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ing confirmed in numerous other, including by the city’s and the state’s own researchers. A recent review by UCLA agrees. As people move into new homes, marketrate construction also frees up other housing, lowering rents both in neighborhoods where housing is built and in the neighborhoods new residents move from. Preston called these research-backed conclusions “a fantasy.” But the research clearly shows that when Preston blocks new apartments from taking the place of vacant lots, his actions lead to rent increases and evictions both in his district and citywide. The impacts of Preston’s policies are especially devastating for LGBTQ people. In the past, gay and transgender people could move to San Francisco to escape intolerant communities and find new chosen families. In the past, our city built new housing – and even if LGBTQ people moving to San Francisco didn’t live in this new housing, the supply of new homes kept prices low enough that many could afford to find a place in the city. By opposing new homes, politicians like Preston have changed the welcoming character of our city, erecting golden gates that keep out all but the wealthiest from being able to afford to live here. Vulnerable LGBTQ people are shut out. Only one group benefits from Preston’s policies: wealthy landlords. New housing would compete with current landlords and homeowners for prospective renters and homebuy-

ers, lowering prices. These lower prices would hugely benefit San Francisco renters – but reduce owners’ net worth. As a wealthy, straight, white owner of a Victorian mansion, it may be hard for Preston to understand what it’s like to struggle to afford housing. But Preston also suffers from a striking conflict of interest: when housing prices go up in San Francisco, this increases Preston’s net worth – he earns almost as much in appreciation on his $3 million mansion every year as from his city salary. Preston likes to say he champions “equity,” but Prestonism creates a two-tier San Francisco composed only of Prestons in multimillion-dollar homes getting ever-richer and a lucky few below-market-rate lottery winners. The Prestons win big, but working families struggling to pay rent, workers stuck with long commutes, and disproportionately LGBTQ people and people of color priced out of our city pay the price. It must be nice to be so wealthy you can ignore the evidence on what helps vulnerable people. Preston should look past his own self-interest and heed progressive LGBTQ leaders on housing like gay state Senator Scott Wiener (D-San Francisco) and gay District 8 Supervisor Rafael Mandelman, whose recent proposal to legalize fourplexes in some parts of the city represents a good step forward. Preston is on the Board of Supervisors’ Land Use Committee, and so can reverse course and become a leader for an affordable San Francisco. For example, fourplexes are illegal in much of Preston’s wealthy district, but Preston could join forces with Mandelman and propose to legalize them there. The research shows that this would lower rent and reduce evictions for his constituents and across the city. Preston has four years on the board to show us he’s looking out for more than wealthy landlords’ bottom line. I hope he does.t David Broockman is a resident of Hayes Valley and an associate professor of Political Science at UC Berkeley. He writes in his personal capacity and does not represent the views of the university.

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Amid lawsuit and recall threat, SF school board postpones renaming sites by Matthew S. Bajko

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mid threats of a lawsuit and to recall three of its members, San Francisco’s school board is postponing its plan to rename 44 school sites whose namesakes have been accused of taking racist actions against various peoples of color. Instead, it intends to focus all of its attention for now on getting its schools reopened for in-person instruction. Unlike private and parochial schools in the city, San Francisco’s public schools have yet to reopen nearly a year after the COVID pandemic led to their closure. Union leaders and school officials have been trying to work out a deal to get both personnel and pupils back into the classrooms. A sticking point has been vaccinations for teachers and school staff, as many are hesitant to return to their school sites without getting their vaccine first. As of Wednesday, February 24, all educators in the city are now eligible to sign up to get vaccinated. Over the weekend in a series of social media posts and an opinion piece written for the San Francisco Chronicle, San Francisco Unified School District board President Gabriela López acknowledged that the school renaming debate had been “distracting” and that for now the district’s “only focus” would be on getting its students back into the classroom. “It was a process begun in 2018 with a timeline that didn’t anticipate a pandemic. I acknowledge and take responsibility that mistakes were made in the renaming process,” wrote López. Gay school board member Mark Sanchez, a former principal with the district, had instituted the process to rename school sites by calling for an advisory committee that would review school names and suggest which ones should be changed. It was supposed to have completed its work more than a year ago. But it fell behind schedule and released a list of 44 school names in the fall that it felt should be scrapped, including those named after George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, and the state’s senior Democratic U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein, a former mayor and city supervisor. The school board subsequently voted

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to accept the recommendation and asked representatives of the 44 school sites, from administrators and faculty to students, parents and alumni, to submit new name proposals by April. The public was also asked to submit new names proposals for the schools. Currently, the only school site named in honor of an LGBTQ person is the Harvey Milk Civil Rights Academy in the Castro district, named after the city’s first gay supervisor who was killed in 1978 during his first year in office. The school board’s decision set off howls of protest, since the schools are closed with no agreed upon plan to reopen them, as many parents and students are fed up with remote learning online. Critics also lambasted the shoddy work of the advisory panel, which admitted it did not talk to historians and did cursory online searches in researching the names of schools. In her statements over the weekend, López said the district would ensure the renaming process would be more “deliberative” when it takes it up again and would include input from local historians. Just last week the city’s Historic Preservation Commission had unanimously voted 7-0 to send the school board a letter critical of the fact it was not consulted about the school renaming process. Jonathan Pearlman, a gay man who serves on the historical advisory panel, called the research into the school names “a very flimsy effort” even though he agreed honoring some of the people in such a way “is probably not a good thing.”

“The fact we are the Historic Preservation Commission and that these schools were named for historical figures and places in California and San Francisco history, it seemed strange to me that the school board did not reach out to others beyond their own committee,” said Pearlman at the panel’s February 17 meeting. Commissioner Aaron Hyland, a gay man who is the panel’s president, agreed that it was dismaying the HPC was not consulted and a letter extending its assistance on the school renaming issue should be sent to the school district. “We have reached out over the years to offer assistance to the school board and have not been taken up on it,” Hyland noted. Amid the public attacks on the school board members in regard to the school renaming issue, the political action committee of the Harvey Milk LGBTQ Democratic Club earlier this month lent its support to the education leaders. It voted “to express unconditional support for SFUSD Board of Education in the face of an unwarranted and out-ofproportion attack on its integrity on the issue of school renaming.” It remains to be seen what impact, if any, the decision to shelve for now the school renamings will have on either the lawsuit filed against the district over the issue or the effort to recall López, board Vice President Alison Collins and Commissioner Faauuga Moliga. The three are all up for reelection in November 2022. In order to qualify for the ballot, organizers need to collect 70,000 signatures in support of recalling each individual school board member. Led by couple Autumn Looijen See page 8 >>

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With the limited availability of the COVID-19 vaccinations, the California Department of Public Health gave first priority to health care workers exposed daily to COVID-19, a commonsense first priority. Then, it blew it, giving priority to the elderly, incarcerated, patients in nursing homes, and others most vulnerable to catching COVID-19 with a high chance of dying from the disease. One vaccination, one person protected; a dangerous waste guaranteed to vastly increase the number of COVID-19 cases statewide. The CDPH is ignoring the superspreaders, many, if not most, members of the LGBTQ community: the immune suppressed. Some patients with serious immune suppression may simply contract COVID-19 and die. This should not give them, us, any priority. The state of California will begin to vaccinate a few immune suppressed individuals next month, but only those taking immune-suppressive drugs for hard organ transplants. However, it has been seen that a substantial portion will contract COVID-19 and remain asymptomatic but highly contagious for long periods. The World Health Organization estimated the contagious period could extend three to 18 months. It

would be a difficult hypothesis to test, but observations of a woman in Washington state showed her to shed contagious quantities of virus for 70 straight days. Hospitalized with leukemia, she was asymptomatic for COVID-19 the entire time. What if she had been out in public? What if she didn’t routinely test for COVID-19 exposure? She could have infected dozens, hundreds, maybe more. I have had AIDS since being infected during Peace Corps service 1983 to 1985. In 2020, under stress, my immunity collapsed completely. I also contracted Dengue fever, leaving me with Addison’s disease, dependent on steroids that limit my ability to produce antibodies. At age 59, the health department tells me I can expect to be vaccinated around six months from now. I haven’t been tested in almost three weeks. Am I spreading COVID-19 now? At Safeway? On Muni? If not yet, soon. And there are hundreds of immune suppressed patients in San Francisco, some actively – unknowingly – spreading COVID-19 every day. One vaccination of a potential superspreader could protect dozens, even hundreds, of people. But that is no one’s priority. Not here, not now. Tom Owen McElroy San Francisco

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Bravery by Gwendolyn Ann Smith

here often comes a time when a nonbinary or transgender person comes out that a friend of theirs will cast them as being inherently brave or courageous for doing so. I know I heard it plenty when I was back in the early days of coming out, and still hear some variation of it every so often. It’s always something I have a hard time countering, at least politely. While my experience is not the same as everyone’s, I know I reached a point in my life where going into transition was, frankly, the easier option presented to me. That may sound off if you aren’t in this body, but understand – the challenges of transitioning, as difficult as they can sometimes be, were the clearer choice. Sure, I could continue to try to live a fiction that I felt in my birth gender, probably falling into a number of self-destructive behaviors until I likely succeeded in causing some permanent damage to myself, all while leading a life that felt like some great, empty falsehood I was living for the benefit of others – or I could, instead, try living my truth. In a lot of ways, yes, that would have been a seemingly easier path.

the contrary, it is what we have to do sometimes to survive pre-transition. It simply is our reality. So, when we are told we are brave for simply seeking to live a fuller life, it rings hollow. This was merely the option we had. Without co-opting too much from disability rights activists – with whom I think we do share some similar ground – I am reminded how their community has also faced the same issue. Just opting to exist as a differently-abled person is, for some, viewed as a courageous act. To which I find myself wondering exactly what the person saying as such thinks the options are. Do they feel that a disabled person should simply be dead, rather than attempting to thrive in this world? Is that something they view as brave? Is this how they also view transgender people? I read a subtext into the use of “brave” to describe this. What I hear is a person telling me that if they were faced with the same situation, they’d not be able to take this path. Maybe they would feel that death was preferable, or maybe they simply don’t view the options as quite so dire.

I had a growing career at the time in that old persona. I’m sure that by this point in that life, I’d be well established in my profession, maybe even with enough money in the bank to retire, even after finding a nice house and all that. Of course, this also presupposes that I hadn’t taken my life in one way or another. Again, while I do not want to claim that my experience is the same as everyone’s, I know that it isn’t uncommon to just, well, exist pre-transition. We often learn to depersonalize ourselves, or work with whatever substances we can to numb our feelings. In trying to live within the gender we may have been assigned at birth, we may eventually just reach a breaking point. Indeed, transition becomes the better of the two options. When I finally reached that point, I knew where life was headed if I did not transition. It meant years, perhaps decades, feeling as wrong as I did then. Transition itself was a question mark with many possible pitfalls, but it was unlikely to be any worse than how I felt then. I’m not saying any of that in some misguided attempt at sympathy. On

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I do know that they most likely do not understand how it feels to be trans in the first place, and may not have very solid footing when it comes to talking about the issue. After all, they may find it plenty easy to live in the gender assigned to them, so the notion of feeling the dissonance and dysphoria that many transgender people feel would be foreign. All this said, I think that many transgender people are, well, brave. It’s just not in the same way as I feel most non-trans people perceive bravery. While transition, for many of us, was the easiest of the possible

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options to travel, it is nonetheless fraught with peril. In the first two months of 2021, six people are known to have been killed in anti-trans homicides in the United States. Even while the Biden administration takes bold steps for trans equality, dozens of states are pushing legislation that would go so far as to criminalize supporting transgender people. We face staggering hurdles when it comes to employment, housing, and health care – even beyond any medical help that is specifically trans-related. We are still often viewed as acceptable targets of mockery and derision. Yet, in the face of that, in all we have to deal with as we live our lives as transgender and non-binary, we wake up every day, dust ourselves off, and continue on. It’s not the bravery one might picture, but it is an actual strength that we convey. That is the bravery that I don’t think many pick up on about trans and nonbinary people. Being such isn’t itself the brave thing. It’s dealing with the hatred and scorn that we see and still managing to continue, because even all of that is the better option than continuing another day being a person we simply are not.t Gwen Smith is perfectly happy to just live her life. You’ll find her at www.gwensmith.com.

Political Notebook

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and Siva Raj, whose five children attend the city’s public schools, it could be a heavy lift to get enough signatures amid the health crisis. Outrage at the trio of school officials could also quickly dissipate if schools reopen. And some parents are more in favor of placing a charter amendment on the June primary ballot next year to change the school board from being an elected body to an appointed one where the mayor and perhaps the Board of Supervisors are each given a certain number of seats to fill. Meanwhile, one group representing families in the school district wants to see the school board completely rescind its vote in favor of renaming the 44 school sites and start the process over from scratch, according to a statement released by Seeyew Mo, executive director of the group Families for San Francisco. The group had issued a report detailing “the deeply flawed process” the school district had engaged in to rename the school sites. “Once all SFUSD students are back in their classrooms full time, we urge the Board to uphold its commitment to facilitate a deliberate renaming process that centers on students, is grounded in facts, and involves the full community,” read the statement. “Families for San Francisco is committed to holding our elected officials to account and to fighting for the community’s voices to be heard. We offer any assistance we can on the issue of reopening and, when schools are reopened, renaming.”t Web Extra: For more queer political news, be sure to check http://www.ebar.com Monday mornings for Political Notes, the notebook’s online companion. This week’s column reported on various housing bills authored by San Francisco’s three state legislators. Keep abreast of the latest LGBTQ political news by following the Political Notebook on Twitter @ http://twitter.com/politicalnotes. Got a tip on LGBTQ politics? Call Matthew S. Bajko at (415) 8298836 or e-mail m.bajko@ebar.com.

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by John Ferrannini

an Francisco’s South of Market neighborhood will eventually see more residents after the planning commission approved a housing project adjacent to the LGBTQ Oasis nightclub. The commission voted 7-0 February 18 to OK the project at 1560 Folsom Street. As the Bay Area Reporter previously reported, the Leather and LGBTQ Cultural District had been working with the project developers on multiple fronts in order to facilitate a good relationship in a neighborhood historically divided over space – a fact that Eric Tao of L37 Partners, which is behind the project, touted during his presentation before the commission. “We worked very closely with Bob Goldfarb to address the Leather-LGBT cultural district issue,” Tao said, referring to the board president of the leather district. “People who live in San Francisco know how vibrant 11th Street has been and should be. ... We talked to many proprietors and we hope they will be able to continue their businesses. “We did sound testing, pre-COVID, and we agreed to go beyond the regular noise attenuation,” Tao added. “We are also working with

Lyon-Martin House

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sors landmark the entire property. “The most frustrating thing to me was the commissioners kept referring to the undeveloped lot as an empty lot that has no relationship to the women and no association to the significance of the women and totally ignoring the fact the women are buried on the lot,” said Watson. “Their cremains are on the site of the undeveloped lot. To me, that means all of it should be considered a memorial.” Paul McKeown and his wife, Meredith Jones-McKeown, bought the 5,700 square foot parcel situ-

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The various organizations receiving grants will work for six months on the project. The Center at Sierra Health Foundation is administering the funds on behalf of LWDA. The California Community Foundation is administering the COVID-19 outreach project on behalf of CDSS in Los Angeles, Ventura, and Orange counties and will announce its contracted partners soon. In addition to LGBTQ organizations, the grants will go to agencies serving Black/African Americans, Asian Americans, Latino/as, Middle Eastern and North African, Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islanders, people with disabilities and deaf and hard of hearing populations, older adults, people with limited English proficiency, and people living in multigenerational households.

Fellowship open to trans, nonbinary artists of color

The Center for Cultural Power in Oakland has announced a call for submissions for its Disruptors Fellowship. After a successful first year, the 2021 fellowship offers a three-month learning program to 10 TV writers of color who identify as trans and/or nonbinary, disabled, undocumented, and/or formerly undocumented immigrants. According to a news release, the fellowship, co-created in 2020 by the Center for Cultural Power and 5050by2020, aims to disrupt Hollywood and its persistent lack of diverse narratives by offering emerging writers the opportunity to use their

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Housing is planned for the 1500 block of Folsom Street, as seen from the parking lot of Action Rentals, left, to the Oasis nightclub.

the LGBT cultural district to create a streetscape that is reflective of the district and its culture.” Goldfarb, a gay man, called into the planning commission meeting to voice his support for Tao. “We have reached an agreement with the project developers and are satisfied they are embracing our vision for the neighborhood, and so we urge you to approve,” Goldfarb said. Noise emanating from the longestablished LGBTQ bars and nightclubs into the early hours of the morning in SOMA, in particular, has been an issue with some neighbors in the past. In an effort to stop such problems before they start at this site, the city’s entertainment commission last summer had made several noise abatement recommendations that were agreed upon by the developers. These included windows that will

have more ability to reduce sound penetration than standard single pane windows, according to a copy of the recommendations reviewed by the B.A.R. Around the same time, the cultural district had circulated a petition addressed to the developers asking them to help mitigate the effects of gentrification within the cultural district. The developers not only agreed to cooperate with the cultural district regarding street art, but will also notify incoming residents about the noise that may come from the pre-existing nightclubs and entertainment venues in the area, according to Michael Christensen, who is on the staff of the planning department. “The project sponsors met with the district and received a letter of support from the cultural district

ated atop a steep hill with dramatic views for $2.25 million last summer. Marketed as a prime location for a larger development, they have said they want to build a residence for themselves and their two young daughters on the garden plot. As for the Lyon-Martin House, the couple is willing to preserve it and give it a remodel to bring it up to current building codes and standards. As such, they are in favor of only landmarking that part of the property. “We do not plan to demolish the house or impair their memory,” said Jones-McKeown, a land use attorney, at last week’s hearing. She said they were not aware of

the property’s historical significance when they bought it. And had they known of the existence of the women’s cremains, Jones-McKeown said they would not have purchased it. She expressed concern that designating the garden plot as historic will limit their ability to build a home for their family. “We want to find a way to honor them,” Jones-McKeown said of Lyon and Martin, with perhaps an art piece or bench at the site. Gay District 8 Supervisor Rafael Mandelman is spearheading the effort to landmark the property. He told the B.A.R. he is unsure if he will ask his colleagues when they take up

unique voices to tell their stories. “For us, it is important to support cultural shifts and disrupt the norm so that communities who have been marginalized and kept out of writing rooms are able to break through,” stated Favianna Rodriguez, president and co-founder of the Center for Cultural Power. Joey Soloway of Amazon’s “Transparent” remains as an adviser. The fellowship provides wraparound support including mentorship and master classes from a faculty of veteran and recent breakthrough television writers and showrunners. Mentors for this year will include Jennifer Castillo (“Vida”), Zackery Alexzader Stephens (“Q-Force”), and Carolina Paz (“Orange is the New Black,” “Grey’s Anatomy”). The program also includes a strong component in the business of Hollywood. A master class in pitching television shows will be taught by Trey Callaway (“CSI:NY,” “I Know What You Did Last Summer”). Kathryn Schotthoefer of Original Media Ventures will teach a master class on intellectual property. The application process is open through March 19. For more information and to apply, visit https:// www.artistdisruptors.org/.

“’Through their Eyes’ is a call to listen to the wisdom of young people who have had to navigate society’s failures and the tremendous harm we have caused,” Jessica Nowlan, executive director of YWFC, wrote in a letter accompanying the report. “In their bravery and honesty, we hear the stark truth, the truth that is the hardest to face yet forces us to step back and look again, to go deeper to make the changes needed.” YWFC will hold a virtual event Thursday, March 4, at 11 a.m. Pacific Time, to highlight the report and lift up the voices in it. To register, When visit https://bit.ly/37GaoGK.

Virtual event to look at juvenile delinquency

The Young Women’s Freedom Center recently released its “Through Their Eyes” report that looks at cis and trans young women and girls, trans young men and boys, and gender-expansive youth who have had to navigate the San Francisco juvenile delinquency system.

citing very positive discussions with the sponsor and their support for the cultural district’s vision,” Christensen said, adding that the parties entered into “a private agreement to address concerns during subsequent meetings.” Neither Goldfarb nor Tao have responded to requests for comment as of press time.

$160 million price tag

When completed – Christensen said that it probably won’t even break ground until the end of COVID-19 restrictions – the housing project should come in at a price tag of $160 million, and include 244 total rental units, according to L37’s website (https://www.l37partners. com/1560-folsom). (L37 Partners is a combination of Tao’s AGI and Group i, led by Joy Ou.) The first of two buildings, fronting Folsom Street, will be seven stories and contain 56 units and 36 off-street parking spaces, Christensen said. The second building, at Folsom and 11th streets, will be eight stories with 188 units, 47 off-street parking spaces, and some retail space. “The project design has evolved over the course of review, particularly in response to department comments,” Christensen said. As the B.A.R. previously report-

the matter to ignore the commission’s recommendation and landmark both the house and adjoining garden plot.

Pioneering couple

Lyon and Martin lived there for most of their 54 years together. They purchased the house in 1955 because of the view from the living room’s large window. Journalists who first met in Seattle

ed, the project had been delayed some months due to the need to widen a sidewalk to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Christensen added that the building should be compatible with the surrounding neighborhood, which “includes residential property, multi-use, and nightlife/entertainment.” Of the 244 units, 34 will be below-market-rate, and 40% of those will be two-or-more bedroom units. The project will require the demolition of five existing industrial buildings and the merger of four lots into two. Tao said that while the surrounding area is a very active neighborhood under normal circumstances, another reason why it stood out for development was because “nobody wanted to develop on this site.” Ultimately, the commissioners approved the project with the condition of acknowledging the need for outdoor open space in the area and encouraging the developer to provide that whenever feasible. Commission Vice President Kathrin Moore said she would prefer if that space were on the south side of the project. A representative of Oasis, which borders the future development, did not respond to a request for comment as of press time.t in 1952, the couple co-founded the influential Daughters of Bilitis, the first political and social organization for lesbians in the United States. Their home was a gathering place within the city’s lesbian community and the site of various meetings and events. Lyon died last April at the age of 95. Martin died in 2008 at the age of 87 weeks after the women were the first same-sex couple to legally marry in California that June.t

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Folsom fair group to open sex-positive space by John Ferrannini

he nonprofit that oversees the Folsom Street Fair will soon open a sex-positive space in San Francisco’s South of Market neighborhood.

Folsom Street Events is planning a more permanent, public presence in SOMA through the Community Center for Alternative Sexualities, which will be housed adjacent to its office at 145 Ninth Street. Angel Adeyoha, the queer and

NOTICE OF INTENTION TO CIRCULATE RECALL PETITION TO THE HONORABLE CHESA BOUDIN, Pursuant to Section 11020, California Elections Code, the undersigned registered qualified voters of the City and County of San Francisco, in the State of California, hereby give notice that we are the proponents of a recall petition and that we intend to seek your recall and removal from the office of San Francisco District Attorney, and to demand election of a successor in that office. The grounds for the recall are as follows: Dereliction of duties; malfeasance; egregious waste of taxpayers’ funds to the tune of nearly $400,000/annual compensation; fostering or exacerbating a culture of privileged, incendiary and politicized rhetoric towards the public; distorting of criminal justice data; implementation of a theoretical system of criminal justice which instead agitates and upends our neighborhoods causing crime spikes in every corner of our city. By definition, the public entrusts a District Attorney to prosecute criminals, yet instead every resident, small business owner and visitor to San Francisco has now become a criminal’s target, and with near impunity. The printed names, signatures and residence addresses of the proponents are as follows: 1. Richie Greenberg 1510 Lake St., San Francisco, CA 94118 2. Cyan Banister 645 Haight St #16, San Francisco, CA 94117 3. Peter Fortune 3579 Pierce St., San Francisco, CA 94123 4. Paulina Fayer 55 Ora Way, San Francisco, CA 94131 5. Peter Elden 3732 Fillmore St., San Francisco CA 94123 6. Judi Basolo 1247 Jones St., San Francisco, CA 94109 7. Richard Manso 1333 Jones St #406, San Francisco, CA 94109 8. Arthur Wong 145 Elsie St., San Francisco, CA 94110 9. Marlene Mahoney 1224 Sacramento St #1, San Francisco, CA 94108 10. Sue On 1221 Jones St #4A, San Francisco, CA 94109 11. Ellen Sheeley 655 Powell St #303, San Francisco, CA 94108 12. Jonathan Chan 900 Bush St #615, San Francisco, CA 94109 13. Leigh Frazier 461 2nd St Apt C109, San Francisco, CA 94107 14. Lyubov Boyko 634 Clarendon Ave., San Francisco, CA 94131 15. Arkadi Boyko 634 Clarendon Ave., San Francisco, CA 94131 16. Joseph Tam 1271 29th Ave., San Francisco, CA 94131 17. Teresa Le 1271 29th Ave., San Francisco, CA 94131 18. Krista S. Loretto 1261 29th Ave., San Francisco, CA 94131 19. Zeke L. Loretto 1261 29th Ave., San Francisco, CA 94131 20. Maria Vengerova 2342 43rd Ave., San Francisco, CA 94116 21. Bessie Tam 226 19th Ave #3, San Francisco, CA 94121 22. Christopher Soukup 226 19th Ave #3, San Francisco, CA 94121 23. Christine Lim 2266 14th Ave., San Francisco, CA 94116 24. Timple Lim 2266 14th Ave., San Francisco, CA 94116 25. Phillip Maine 245 Sanchez St #5, San Francisco, CA 94114 26. Leslie C. Leone 1335 Mariposa St #5, San Francisco, CA 94107 27. Kenneth Fong 1447 19th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122 28. Nicole Markowitz 2001 Broadway #201, San Francisco, CA 94115 29. Conan Kong 2001 Broadway #405, San Francisco, CA 94115

nonbinary executive director of Folsom Street Events, said that a soft opening is planned for next month, with a more permanent opening in July. They made the remarks while discussing the likelihood of a modified in-person Folsom Street Fair in late September if the COVID-19 pandemic allows. “Folsom Street has signed a lease, and begun work on launching our new community center in SOMA! We are pivoting from our legacy of fundraising, community education and arts programming annually through our events, to a year round resource for many small organizations, groups and clubs who are struggling to stay in SOMA or who have been pushed out,” a Folsom Street Events news release states. “We will also make space for organizations that want to expand their services into SOMA, like the Castro Country Club, to host recovery meetings that are targeted toward our stakeholder communities,” the release continues, referring to the clean and sober space in the Castro. The community center will “allow us to continue to be innovative in how we bring the community together throughout the year during the pandemic,” the release states. It will showcase a library and archive; art shows; film screenings; media production; meetings, classes, and workshops; game, craft and social nights; drag and performance workshops; fundraising events; comprehensive, shame-free, kinkfriendly sex education; and volunteer trainings. The lease for the ADA accessible space, a square footage of 2,482 feet, was signed for five years, Adeyoha said, from a co-op that includes Frameline, the San Francisco International LGBTQ+ Film Festival. Folsom Street Events hopes to buy into the co-op “to have a more permanent space for us.” (The co-op owns the building where the center is located.) Frameline did not respond to a request for comment.

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B.A.R. February 23. “We need a recall effort.” Greenberg said that, subsequently, the Committee Supporting the Recall of District Attorney Chesa Boudin was formed and 29 individuals signed a “notice of intent laying out the allegations against Chesa and laying the groundwork for a recall.” The notice of intention was filed on February 8, Greenberg said. Boudin received the notice of intent and responded, and now the recall effort is seeking final approval from the San Francisco Department of Elections before it can proceed with signature gathering, which Greenberg said is likely within the next week. The elections department is awaiting proof of publication and two blank copies of the petition, a spokesperson told the B.A.R. “Once the petition format is approved, the proponents may begin circulating the petition,” Matthew Selby, the campaign services division manager with the elections department, stated. “Therefore, the department cannot confirm when the circulation of the petition will begin.” Boudin did not respond to a request for comment. According to a recall guide issued by the city in 2010, “valid signatures of at least 10% of registered voters of the City and County at the time the proponent(s) filed the notice of intention” are required to qualify

The Folsom Street Fair itself may proceed this year as a “modified” in-person event – depending upon public health concerns and COVID-19 vaccination levels – Adeyoha said in a February 16 interview with the Bay Area Reporter. “The current word from the city is we will be able to have some sort of modified event,” Adeyoha said. “They were pretty clear – unless

something changes drastically – we can have an outdoor event on Folsom Sunday and we are on the calendar for that. They’re optimistic.” The popular leather and kink event takes place September 26. Adeyoha had told the B.A.R. last month that a decision on whether the two annual South of Market leather-themed street fairs (the other is Up Your Alley, which takes place in July) would be announced soon. “It is dependent on public health and whether we have reached a critical mass of vaccinations,” Adeyoha said. A final decision on the Up Your Alley fair (sometimes referred to as Dore Alley, where some of it takes place) is expected “by the end of March” because any in-person event will have to look different than normal. Adeyoha floated perhaps having Dore Alley look like streets that have been closed for restaurant and bar business during the pandemic, such as two blocks of 18th Street in the Castro neighborhood currently on weekends. “We may end up doing the Sunday Streets kind of thing, with everything more spaced out, masked and distanced with artists,” Adeyoha said. “Nothing like what it is usually known for. So we’re not ruling July out.” While San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency spokeswoman Erica Kato was unable to confirm the reservation on February 16, she did say that the agency is working with Folsom Street Events in a statement February 23. “We are working with Folsom Street Fair staff on possibilities for their event this year,” it reads, in part. “We would review and permit a valid application, conditional on the event being in compliance with all public health orders in effect at the time of the event. But we are also helping them think through alternatives, both in terms of the activities offered and the layout of the event, that they might prefer to pursue.”t

the recall for the ballot. According to Selby, that threshold in this effort is 51,324. The substance of the allegations for why Boudin deserves to be removed from office is available on the recall effort’s website (http://www. recallchesaboudin.org/) in a section titled “Grounds for Recall.” (The notice was published in this week’s print edition of the B.A.R.) “These grounds are: Dereliction of duties; malfeasance; egregious waste of taxpayers’ funds to the tune of nearly $400,000/annual compensation; fostering or exacerbating a culture of privileged, incendiary and politicized rhetoric towards the public; distorting of criminal justice data; implementation of a theoretical system of criminal justice which instead agitates and upends our neighborhoods causing crime spikes in every corner of our city,” the section states. “By definition, the public entrusts a District Attorney to prosecute criminals, yet instead every resident, small business owner and visitor to San Francisco has now become a criminal’s target, and with near impunity.” Greenberg said that the grounds focus more on a pattern of behavior than a specific incident. “That’s the unfortunate part,” he said. “As long as Mr. Boudin and his philosophy continue, the body count will pile up higher.” Boudin won election in 2019 and is one of several reform-minded DAs elected in cities across the country. But he has come under criticism from some residents who complain that his restorative justice

policies do not protect them. A citywide recall effort differs from a statewide one in that there would not be a simultaneous election of Boudin’s replacement. Instead the mayor would appoint a new district attorney if Boudin were to be recalled. (Efforts are also underway to recall three members of the San Francisco school board over several missteps in recent weeks and the fact that the city’s public schools remain closed to in-person learning.) Mayor London Breed’s office did not respond to a request for comment. In the 2019 election for district attorney Breed had endorsed the more moderate candidate, Suzy Loftus, whom she had appointed as interim DA a few weeks prior to Election Day. When asked if he has confidence that Breed, who like Boudin is a Democrat, would appoint someone better, Greenberg responded that he’s OK “as long as London Breed gets the choice.” He added he hopes she is not appointed to a higher position, which may lead to a “radical leftist” from the Board of Supervisors being named interim mayor and getting to decide who should fill the DA vacancy should Boudin be recalled. “We’re banking on the high probability that London Breed will still be mayor,” Greenberg said. “The sooner we are able to get him out, the better. Having a man who is a criminal defense attorney occupying the district attorney position is like having a mortician as the surgeon – that’s the parallel – in the operating room.”t

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A front desk area will greet visitors to a planned sex-positive community center at 145 Ninth Street.

The lease amount is $7,760.72 monthly, Adeyoha stated. Adeyoha leads a tour of the space in a Tik Tok video posted to the Folsom Street Events’ account. Expect more updates on social media in the future “as we put in shelves and other things,” Adeyoha said. “We’ve been talking about having a year-round space as a board for six years,” Adeyoha added. “We moved [the Folsom Street Events office] into the building in July 2020, and the space next door became available unexpectedly. It became available, I believe, in December, around the time we were looking into grants for potential spaces. Very fortuitous for us. The other people in the building are very nice.” The Community Center for Alternative Sexualities may be incorporated into the street fairs, Adeyoha said, since it is “near the fairgrounds,” though the current focus is on the year-round activities the center will provide community members.

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San Diego

Equity a guiding principle

Equity is one of Gloria’s main guiding principles as mayor, along with diversity and inclusion. As such, he purposefully formed a nine-person Black Advisory Group to help advise him about the issues his city’s African American community is facing. He intends to soon announce the members of similar groups for other communities, including that of the city’s long-standing LGBTQ mayoral advisory committee. And Gloria is working on hiring for a new office of race and equity that city leaders authorized last year and is expected to include LGBTQ issues in its purview. Gloria, who has a designated liaison to the LGBTQ community on his staff, said he takes “tremendous pride” in representing both the LGBTQ and communities of color, especially the overlap between them, and appreciates the attention his historic election has received. “People are surprised San Diego has never had a person of color

elected mayor before. Just our geography would suggest someone has been here before in our history. That hasn’t been the case,” said Gloria. “A city like ours on the Mexican border, on the Pacific Rim, a city extremely racially diverse with large numbers of immigrants has never elected a person of color to lead the city is indicative of the amount of work we have to do here. It strengthens my call to do the work at City Hall through a lens of equity.” Fernando Lopez, executive director of San Diego Pride, told the B.A.R. that it is “wonderful” having a gay mayor lead the city. It sends a powerful message especially to LGBTQ youth, noted Lopez, who is queer and nonbinary. “It is generally thrilling to know someone who has a multi-ethnic background and who is LGBTQ identified holds the seat of the mayor. That to me is personally exciting

and rewarding to know there is a path there for me, for any LGBTQ person of any age but especially our young folks to see we can be anything we want,” said Lopez, 39, whose maternal relatives were Jewish immigrants from Russia and Austria and whose paternal relatives were migrant field workers from Jalisco, Mexico. “It is what we have been fighting for for so long.” A key issue for Lopez, who has been serving on the LGBTQ mayoral advisory group, is seeing that Gloria and the City Council fund and respect the new race and equity office and that the policy recommendations that come out of its work “aren’t ignored or swept under the rug,” they said. “It is beyond time for us to recognize there is a lot of work to do from a policy perspective for the state and city to address racial inequity.” Pride organizers hope to have some in-person events this year, but hosting a parade with hundreds of thousands of participants and spectators is “unlikely,” said Gloria. “We can certainly hope for that and try to plan for it, as I know our Pride organizers are,” he said. “We will have Pride even if not the traditional one people are used to. It remains to be seen.” Nicole Murray Ramirez, a gay San Diego Human Rights Commissioner who has now advised the last eight mayors of his city and cochairs the LGBTQ mayoral advisory group, told the B.A.R. that another factor for why Gloria is a unique mayor is his coming from a middleincome family that knows what it is like to struggle to make ends meet. Due to the COVID pandemic, Gloria’s partner was laid off and his father lost his job.

“He knows the struggle. This is a guy that lives and breathes who we are. He knows,” said Murray Ramirez. “He will definitely be the people’s mayor.” What San Diego is now confronting in terms of fiscal deficits reminds Gloria of the Great Recession in 2008, when he first joined the City Council that December. Earlier this month Gloria’s office announced the city is facing an $86 million deficit this fiscal year, which ends June 30. It is largely due to the health crisis, which has particularly decimated San Diego’s tourism industry. With San Diego County responsible for addressing the pandemic, there is little that Gloria can do directly in terms of testing and vaccinating his city’s residents for COVID. Nonetheless, he has ordered city departments to partner closely

terms of work ethic and community engagement. I am confident.” Scott said that two of the 10 SFPD stations are led by women. Moran replaces Captain Gaetano Caltagirone, who took the helm at Mission Station in October 2017. Caltagirone had COVID-19 last year. Gay District 8 Supervisor Rafael Mandelman told the B.A.R. that he enjoyed working with Caltagirone, whose tenure he noted was longer than usual, but understands the department often shifts captains around to other districts. He plans to soon meet with Moran, as he is not familiar with her. “She has a lot of work cut out for her, with the increasing property crimes and street conditions in the Castro and drug use in the Castro,” said Mandelman. “We have a lot to work together on.” Caltagirone became the head of Richmond Station effective on February 20 – replacing Lieutenant Bill Conley, who’d been serving in an interim capacity since the retirement of Captain Michelle Jean – according to a news release from District

1 Supervisor Connie Chan’s office. Chan joined Scott in making the announcement of a change in leadership at Richmond Station February 19. “Constantly reevaluating personnel assignments to meet department and community needs enables us to better serve residents while expanding opportunities for our members to pursue new professional challenges and more fully serve San Francisco’s rich diversity,” Scott stated in the release. “Richmond Station will be the eighth of SFPD’s 10 police districts to benefit from Gaetano Caltagirone’s leadership, and the appointment of such an accomplished veteran comes at an important moment for Richmond district neighbors and businesses.” Scott went on to state that crime has risen in Westside neighborhoods like the Richmond district since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic last spring, which emptied out dense neighborhoods downtown. “The COVID-19 pandemic and lockdown has disproportionately shifted property crimes into resi-

dential areas, and we know the Richmond district is bearing the brunt of it right now,” Scott stated. “Reversing the recent trend in burglaries is a top priority I share with Supervisor Connie Chan, and I know we both look forward to working closely with Captain Caltagirone and Richmond district community members to make our neighborhoods safer.” Scott told the B.A.R. that a recent round of promotions also led to the moves in the department. “Anytime there’s a promotion, movement, or retirement, we have to address where we are, what the needs are and match up the skill sets where the need is,” he said. “We also need to give people experiences to broaden horizons. To be honest, the comfortable thing to do is to leave people in place, but that’s not the best thing to do for the organization or for the city because we have to give people room to grow.” Chan stated her excitement to work with Caltagirone for the betterment of the Richmond district. “We welcome Captain Caltagirone to the Richmond district and look

forward to working with him and the entire Richmond district police station to keep our communities involved in increasing safety in our neighborhoods,” Chan stated. “We have been lucky to have acting Captain Bill Conley during a very trying time and thank him for his service. We look forward to continuing that active community response and engagement with Captain Caltagirone.” Caltagirone was in charge of Mission Station when a nonbinary police officer there was reprimanded for wearing earrings on the job. On June 4, a day after Officer Rubin Rhodes took a knee in front of Mission Station in solidarity with protesters demanding justice for African Americans killed by police officers, Rhodes was sent home for insubordination reportedly for wearing earrings. The transphobic dress code policy was changed in December, as the Bay Area Reporter previously reported. The SFPD’s shuffling of captains was first reported by Mission Local.t

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE A-039220000

with the City and County of San Francisco, CA on 12/12/19.

the 4th of March 2021 at 9:00am of said day to show cause why the application for change of name should not be granted.

March 2021 at 9:00am of said day to show cause why the application for change of name should not be granted.

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Last year at this time Gloria was serving in the state Assembly and was the odds-on favorite to win the contest to lead San Diego, the eighth-largest city in the country and the second largest in the state with 1.4 million residents. He succeeded termed out San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer, a Republican now running to be California’s next governor. “This is more than inauguration day for me. It marks a new chapter in San Diego’s history,” said Gloria at his swearing-in ceremony December 10. “Today is the first day of building a San Diego that truly is for all of us.”

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Mission Station is Moran’s “home away from home,” she said. “I was an officer at Mission Station for approximately 10 years,” Moran said. “I was a lieutenant for 21 months, moved to SVU for a year and a half and now I’m back. As far as having a home in the department, Mission Station is home for me.” Moran said that while she is not LGBTQ herself, “you can’t work at Mission Station without being an ally.” “There’s so much I hope to accomplish, but specifically with the LGBT community – keeping that clear line of communication open,” Moran said. “That’s huge. I want to encourage anyone to report hate crimes, and hate-related crimes.” SFPD Chief William Scott told the B.A.R. the same day that he hopes people have confidence in Moran. “A lot of thought got put into who got placed where,” Scott said. “Rachel Moran is the real deal in

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San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria holds his dog, Diego.

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The antechamber outside Mayor Todd Gloria’s City Hall office features portraits of Harvey Milk, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, and John Lewis.

with their county counterparts and opened a municipal gym as a vaccination site that can handle 1,000 people a day but has only been vaccinating a few hundred people due to limited supplies. Gloria is hopeful by the summer the vast majority of his constituents will be vaccinated. “We are making incremental progress,” he said. “But I want to make clear I am not happy.” Like other big city mayors across the state, Gloria had been vocal about the need for state health officials to open up vaccinations to educators and other school employees. That is now being rolled out, with San Diego public schools planning to reopen in April for in-person learning on a hybrid schedule. Calling it “a step in the right direction” in a statement Tuesday, Gloria added he plans to continue “working with and urging the school district officials, teachers and stakeholders to continue making progress toward getting our kids back in the classroom full time.” In addition to bringing about an economic recovery, Gloria is also focused on the dual crisis of homelessness and high housing costs in his city. It is an issue he personally grapples with, as unlike most mayors, Gloria is not a homeowner. “I am a renter in my hometown and can’t afford to buy a home in the city I grew up. And I am mayor,” said Gloria. Despite the challenges he and his city are facing, Gloria expressed optimism about the future. “I feel confident,” he told the B.A.R. while acknowledging the “huge problems” San Diego must address. “But we will get through them.”t

Legals>> FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE A-039224200

The following person(s) is/are doing business as PALM AND MILK, 1275 WASHINGTON ST #1C, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94108. This business is conducted by an individual, and is signed GERALDINE LECUYER LOUVEL. The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the above listed fictitious business name or names on N/A. The statement was filed with the City and County of San Francisco, CA on 01/14/21.

JAN 28, FEB 04, 11, 18, 2021 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE A-039226600

The following person(s) is/are doing business as TEMPOSITIONS HOSPITALITY, 650 CALIFORNIA ST 7TH FL, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94108. This business is conducted by a corporation, and is signed TEMPOSITIONS, INC. (NY). The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the above listed fictitious business name or names on 09/07/02. The statement was filed with the City and County of San Francisco, CA on 01/21/21.

JAN 28, FEB 04, 11, 18, 2021 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE A-039226500

The following person(s) is/are doing business as SCHOOL PROFESSIONALS, 650 CALIFORNIA ST 7TH FL, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94108. This business is conducted by a corporation, and is signed TEMPOSITION, INC. (NY). The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the above listed fictitious business name or names on 11/30/04. The statement was filed with the City and County of San Francisco, CA on 01/21/21.

JAN 28, FEB 04, 11, 18, 2021

The following person(s) is/are doing business as SRIRACHA THAI CUISINE, 1319 9TH AVE, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94122. This business is conducted by a limited liability company, and is signed SOI GOW LLC (CA). The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the above listed fictitious business name or names on 11/23/20. The statement was filed with the City and County of San Francisco, CA on 01/05/21.

JAN 28, FEB 04, 11, 18, 2021 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE A-039221700 The following person(s) is/are doing business as CALIFORNIA TRANSACTION COORDINATORS; SAN FRANCISCO TRANSACTION COORDINATORS, 1686 25TH AVE, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94122. This business is conducted by a limited liability company, and is signed ELLEVATE LLC (CA). The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the above listed fictitious business name or names on 07/27/20. The statement was filed with the City and County of San Francisco, CA on 01/07/21.

JAN 28, FEB 04, 11, 18, 2021 STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME FILE A-038901600

The following persons have abandoned the use of the fictitious business name known as SAN FRANCISCO TRANSACTION COORDINATORS, 1686 25TH AVE, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94122. This business was conducted by an individual and signed by ELLEVATE LLC (CA). The fictitious name was filed

JAN 28, FEB 04, 11, 18, 2021 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME IN SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN FRANCISCO FILE CNC-21-556068

In the matter of the application of THOMAS PATRICK MCGEE, 1385 GREENWICH ST #5, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94109 for change of name having been filed in Superior Court, and it appearing from said application that petitioner THOMAS PATRICK MCGEE AKA PADRAIG JOSEPH MCGEE is requesting that the name THOMAS PATRICK MCGEE AKA PADRAIG JOSEPH MCGEE be changed to PADRAIG JOSEPH MCGEE. Now therefore, it is hereby ordered, that all persons interested in said matter do appear before this Court in Dept. 103N, Rm. 103N on the 9th of March 2021 at 9:00am of said day to show cause why the application for change of name should not be granted.

FEB 04, 11, 18, 25, 2021

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME IN SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN FRANCISCO FILE CNC-20-556055

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE A-039225600

In the matter of the application of ABDELYACINE BELKACEMI, 1222 HARRISON ST #6409, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94103 for change of name having been filed in Superior Court, and it appearing from said application that petitioner ABDELYACINE BELKACEMI is requesting that the name ABDELYACINE BELKACEMI be changed to YACINE BELKACEMI. Now therefore, it is hereby ordered, that all persons interested in said matter do appear before this Court in Rm. 103 on the 16th of March 2021 at 9:00am of said day to show cause why the application for change of name should not be granted.

FEB 04, 11, 18, 25, 2021

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME IN SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN FRANCISCO FILE CNC-21-556069

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME IN SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN FRANCISCO FILE CNC-21-556062

In the matter of the application of JESUS SANCHEZ PEREZ, 1200 WALLER ST #3, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94117, for change of name having been filed in Superior Court, and it appearing from said application that petitioner JESUS SANCHEZ PEREZ is requesting that the name JESUS SANCHEZ PEREZ be changed to ADEMAR JESUS SANCHEZ. Now therefore, it is hereby ordered, that all persons interested in said matter do appear before this Court in Dept. 103N, Rm. 103N on

In the matter of the application of HARRISON PITTS, 317 29TH ST #307, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94131 for change of name having been filed in Superior Court, and it appearing from said application that petitioner HARRISON PITTS is requesting that the name HARRISON PITTS be changed to HARRISON PIZZI. Now therefore, it is hereby ordered, that all persons interested in said matter do appear before this Court in DEPT. 103N, Rm. 103N on the 4th of

The following person(s) is/are doing business as ALL TIRE, 359 POTRERO AVE, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94103. This business is conducted by an individual, and is signed BENJAMIN R. SANCHEZ II. The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the above listed fictitious business name or names on N/A. The statement was filed with the City and County of San Francisco, CA on 01/15/21.

FEB 04, 11, 18, 25, 2021 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE A-039229100

The following person(s) is/are doing business as INNEN STUDIO, 3 COMMONWEALTH AVE #4, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94118. This business is conducted by an individual, and is signed HANA MATTINGLY. The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the above listed fictitious business name or names on 12/15/20. The statement was filed with the City and County of San Francisco, CA on 01/27/21.

FEB 04, 11, 18, 25, 2021 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE A-032931900 The following person(s) is/are doing business as JESSIMPORTS, 332A GUERRERO ST, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94103. This business is conducted

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by an individual, and is signed JESSICA GASTON. The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the above listed fictitious business name or names on 12/18/20. The statement was filed with the City and County of San Francisco, CA on 01/29/21.

FEB 04, 11, 18, 25, 2021 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE A-039229300 The following person(s) is/are doing business as ROTTEN TREASURES, 1535 EDDY ST #404, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94115. This business is conducted by an individual, and is signed DANNY HARRIS. The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the above listed fictitious business name or names on 11/02/20. The statement was filed with the City and County of San Francisco, CA on 01/27/21.

FEB 04, 11, 18, 25, 2021 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE A-039228000 The following person(s) is/are doing business as BOTTEGA 90 INC, 90 CHARTER OAK AVE, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94124. This business is conducted by a corporation, and is signed BOTTEGA 90 INC (CA). The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the above listed fictitious business name or names on N/A. The statement was filed with the City and County of San Francisco, CA on 01/26/21.

FEB 04, 11, 18, 25, 2021 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE A-039228100 The following person(s) is/are doing business as COMPASS DEVELOPMENT MARKETING GROUP, 1699 VAN NESS AVE, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94109. This business is conducted by a corporation, and is signed THE MARK COMPANY INC (CA). The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the above listed fictitious business name or names on 08/14/20. The statement was filed with the City and County of San Francisco, CA on 01/26/21.

FEB 04, 11, 18, 25, 2021 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE A-039229500

The following person(s) is/are doing business as BANK ROBBERY INCORPORATED; BANK ROBBERY INC.; HEIST INCORPORATED; HEIST INC., 1305 18TH ST #6, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94107. This business is conducted by a corporation, and is signed BRI PRODUCTION INCORPORATED (DE). The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the above listed fictitious business name or names on 09/25/20. The statement was filed with the City and County of San Francisco, CA on 01/27/21.

FEB 04, 11, 18, 25, 2021 NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF RAYMOND C. YIN (AKA RAYMOND YIN) IN SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN FRANCISCO: FILE PES-20-303725

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of RAYMOND C. YIN (AKA RAYMOND YIN), C/O MARISSA C. SMITH (SBN#275382), 4306 GEARY BLVD #301, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94118. A Petition for Probate has been filed by RAYMOND C. YIN (AKA RAYMOND YIN) in the Superior Court of California, County of San Francisco. The Petition for Probate requests that JACQUELINE L. YIN be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: March 1, 2021, 9:00 am, Rm. 204, Superior Court of California, 400 McAllister St., San Francisco, CA 94102. If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the latter of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined by section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate

Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for petitioner: JACQUELINE L. YIN, 4306 GEARY BLVD #301, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94118; Ph. (415) 742-4522.

FEB 11, 18, 25, 2021 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME IN SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN FRANCISCO FILE CNC-21-556086

In the matter of the application of GABRIELLE ANNE HERNANDEZ, 1950 CLAY ST #301, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94109, for change of name having been filed in Superior Court, and it appearing from said application that petitioner GABRIELLE ANNE HERNANDEZ is requesting that the name GABRIELLE ANNE HERNANDEZ be changed to GABRIELLE HERNANDEZ LANGLEY. Now therefore, it is hereby ordered, that all persons interested in said matter do appear before this Court in Dept. 103 on the 23RD of March 2021 at 9:00am of said day to show cause why the application for change of name should not be granted.

FEB 11, 18, 25, MAR 4, 2021 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME IN SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN FRANCISCO FILE CNC-21-556077

In the matter of the application of ALEXIS WHITNEY OLIAN, 144 EVERSON ST, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94131, for change of name having been filed in Superior Court, and it appearing from said application that petitioner ALEXIS WHITNEY OLIAN is requesting that the name ALEXIS WHITNEY OLIAN AKA ALEXIS WHITNEY MATHUS be changed to ALEXIS WHITNEY OLIAN. Now therefore, it is hereby ordered, that all persons interested in said matter do appear before this Court in Dept. 103N, Rm. 103N on the 16th of March 2021 at 9:00am of said day to show cause why the application for change of name should not be granted.

FEB 11, 18, 25, MAR 4, 2021 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME IN SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN FRANCISCO FILE CNC-21-556093

In the matter of the application of MARK RYAN SHIVERS, 3380 26TH ST, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94110, for change of name having been filed in Superior Court, and it appearing from said application that petitioner MARK RYAN SHIVERS is requesting that the name MARK RYAN SHIVERS be changed to MARK RYAN SHIVERS-DELGADO. Now therefore, it is hereby ordered, that all persons interested in said matter do appear before this Court in Rm. 103 on the 23RD of March 2021 at 9:00am of said day to show cause why the application for change of name should not be granted.

FEB 11, 18, 25, MAR 4, 2021 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE A-039234700 The following person(s) is/are doing business as THE BOUDOIR COLLECTION, 2021 FILLMORE ST #2013, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94115. This business is conducted by an individual, and is signed GINA CORSI. The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the above listed fictitious business name or names on 12/31/20. The statement was filed with the City and County of San Francisco, CA on 02/02/21.

FEB 11, 18, 25, MAR 4, 2021 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE A-039237900

The following person(s) is/are doing business as ASIAN AMERICAN MEDICAL GROUP; ALL AMERICAN MEDICAL GROUP; AAMG, 827 PACIFIC AVE, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94133. This business is conducted by a corporation, and is signed ASIAN AMERICAN MEDICAL GROUP (CA). The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the above listed fictitious business name or names on 06/19/15. The statement was filed with the City and County of San Francisco, CA on 02/04/21.

FEB 11, 18, 25, MAR 4, 2021 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE A-039232600 The following person(s) is/are doing business as ANGLIM/TRIMBLE, 1275 MINNESOTA ST, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94107. This business is conducted by a limited liability company, and is signed SHANNON D. TRIMBLE FINE ART LLC (CA). The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the above listed fictitious business name or names on N/A. The statement was filed with the City and County of San Francisco, CA on 02/01/21.

FEB 11, 18, 25, MAR 4, 2021 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE A-039233100 The following person(s) is/are doing business as

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JAMAICA AFRICA YAY AREA, 1608 OCEAN AVE, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94112. This business is conducted by a limited liability company, and is signed JAMAICA AFRICA YAY AREA LLC (CA). The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the above listed fictitious business name or names on 07/15/20. The statement was filed with the City and County of San Francisco, CA on 02/01/21.

FEB 11, 18, 25, MAR 4, 2021 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE A-039235200 The following person(s) is/are doing business as ALEXANDER FIREPROOFING AND PLASTERING LLC, 275 5TH ST #408, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94103. This business is conducted by a limited liability company, and is signed ALEXANDER FIREPROOFING AND PLASTERING LLC (CA). The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the above listed fictitious business name or names on N/A. The statement was filed with the City and County of San Francisco, CA on 02/02/21.

FEB 11, 18, 25, MAR 4, 2021 SUMMONS SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF MARIN NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: SUSAN WHITE, YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: LEGAL PAYMENT SERVICES LLC CASE NO. 2002695

NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo. ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia. org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. The name and address of the court is: MARIN COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, 3501 Civic Center Dr., San Rafael, CA 94913. The name, address, and telephone number of petitioner’s attorney, or the petitioner without an attorney, is: RANDY WARREN, LEGAL PAYMENT SERVICES LLC, 18124 WEDGE PARKWAY #940, RENO, NV 89511; (415) 225-3258. October 28, 2020 Clerk, by W. Simmons; James M. Kim, Deputy.

FEB 18, 25, MAR 4, 11, 2021 SUMMONS (FAMILY LAW) SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN FRANCISCO NOTICE TO RESPONDENT: KEISHON SCOTT, YOU ARE BEING SUED. PETITIONER’S NAME IS: JANET SCOTT CASE NO. FDI-21-794347

You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this Summons and Petition are served on you to file a Response (form FL-120) at the court and have a copy served on the petitioner. A letter or phone call will not protect you. If you do not file your Response on time, the court may make orders affecting your marriage or domestic partnerships, your property, and custody of your children. You may be ordered to pay support and attorney fees and costs. For legal advice, contact a lawyer immediately. Get help finding a lawyer at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), at the California Legal Services website (www. lawhelpcalifornia.org), or by contacting your local county bar association. NOTICE: The restraining orders are effective against both spouses or domestic partners until the petition is dismissed, a judgment entered, or the court makes further orders. These orders are enforceable anywhere in California by any law enforcement officer who has received or seen a copy of them. FEE WAIVER: If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the clerk for a fee waiver form. The court may order you to pay back all or part of the fees and costs that the court waived for you or the other party. The name and address of the court is: SAN FRANCISCO SUPERIOR COURT – UNIFIED FAMILY COURT, 400 MCALLISTER ST, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94102. The name, address, and telephone number of petitioner’s attorney, or the petitioner without an attorney, are: JANET SCOTT, 328 ALIDA WAY #10, SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94080. January 20, 2021, Clerk, by Mechel Agustin.

FEB 18, 25, MAR 4, 11, 2021 SUMMONS (CITATION JUDICIAL) SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: CLOUD OF GOODS, INC, A DELAWARE CORPORATION; PUNSRI ABEYWICKREMA, AN INDIVIDUAL; AND DOES 1 THROUGH 20, INCLUSIVE; YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: REXFORD INDUSTRIAL REALTY, L.P. CASE NO. 37-2020-00015401-CL-BC-CTL

NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below. You have 30 calendar days after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter of phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web Site (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory

lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. The name and address of the court is: SAN DIEGO SUPERIOR COURT, 330 WEST BROADWAY, SAN DIEGO, CA 92101. The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or the plaintiff without an attorney, is: CYNTHIA D. STELZER (SBN 228462), KIMBALL, TIREY & ST. JOHN LLP, 7676 HAZARD CENTER DR #900, SAN DIEGO, CA 92108; (619) 231-1422. May 27, 2020, Clerk, by M. David.

FEB 18, 25, MAR 4, 11, 2021 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME IN SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN FRANCISCO FILE CNC-21-556111

In the matter of the application of CRISTIANO DE BARROS CORREIA FACANHA, 1655 MISSION ST #841, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94103 for change of name having been filed in Superior Court, and it appearing from said application that petitioner CRISTIANO DE BARROS CORREIA FACANHA is requesting that the name CRISTIANO DE BARROS CORREIA FACANHA be changed to CRISTIANO FACANHA. Now therefore, it is hereby ordered, that all persons interested in said matter do appear before this Court in Dept. 103N, Rm. 103N on the 25th of March 2021 at 9:00am of said day to show cause why the application for change of name should not be granted.

FEB 18, 25, MAR 4, 11, 2021 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE A-039235500 The following person(s) is/are doing business as RUSSIAN HILL DOG GROOMING EXPRESS, 2178 BUSH ST, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94115. This business is conducted by a corporation, and is signed RUSSIAN HILL DOG GROOMING EXPRESS, INC. (CA). The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the above listed fictitious business name or names on 05/19/08. The statement was filed with the City and County of San Francisco, CA on 02/02/21.

FEB 18, 25, MAR 4, 11, 2021 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE A-039237400

The following person(s) is/are doing business as BUENA VISTA SEAFOOD LLC; 1 FISH 2 FISH MARKET; 63 BUENA VISTA TERRACE #2, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94117. This business is conducted by a limited liability company, and is signed BUENA VISTA SEAFOOD LLC. The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the above listed fictitious business name or names on 11/15/20. The statement was filed with the City and County of San Francisco, CA on 02/03/20.

FEB 18, 25, MAR 4, 11, 2021 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE A-039252400 The following person(s) is/are doing business as TOKAIDO ARTS, 1581 WEBSTER ST #202, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94115. This business is conducted by an individual, and is signed ROBERT W. HSU. The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the above listed fictitious business name or names on 01/04/21. The statement was filed with the City and County of San Francisco, CA on 02/11/21.

FEB 18, 25, MAR 4, 11, 2021 SUMMONS STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA, COUNTY OF CHARLESTON IN THE FAMILY COURT FOR TE NINTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT. DOCKET NO.: 2020-DR-10-3041 SOUTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES VERSUS JOSHUA GEORGE AND KELLY PETERS, DEFENDANTS. IN THE INTEREST OF: MINOR CHILD BORN 2013. TO DEFENDANT: JOSHUA GEORGE. TO DEFENDANT: JOSHUA GEORGE. YOU ARE HERBY SUMMONED YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED and required to answer the Complaint in this action filed with the Clerk of the Court for CHARLESTON County on DECEMBER 3, 2020. Upon proof of interest, a copy of the Complaint will be delivered to your Answer to the Complaint on the Plaintiff, the South Carolina Department of Social Services, at office of its Attorney, Newton I. Howle, Jr., Legal Department of the Charleston County Department of Social Services, 3366 Rivers Avenue, North Charleston, SC 29405 within thirty (30) days of this publication, exclusive of the date of service. If you fail to answer within the time set forth above, the Plaintiff will proceed to seek relief from the Court,. Newton I. Howle, Jr., SC Bar #2729, 3366 Rivers Avenue, North Charleston, SC 29405, Telephone #843339-8761.

FEB 25, MAR 4, 11, 2021 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME IN SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN FRANCISCO FILE CNC-21-556102

In the matter of the application of LAURANCE L. LEE & SOFIA M. TOUAMI, 130 VICKSBURG ST, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94114 for change of name having been filed in Superior Court, and it appearing from said application that petitioner LAURANCE L. LEE & SOFIA M. TOUAMI are requesting that the name ELYSIA TOUAMI LEE be changed to ELYSIA LEE TOUAMI. Now therefore, it is hereby ordered, that all persons interested in said matter do appear before this Court in Dept. 103N, Rm. 103N on the 8th of APRIL 2021 at 9:00am of said day to show cause why the application for change of name should not be granted.

FEB 25, MAR 4, 11, 18, 2021 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME IN SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN FRANCISCO FILE CNC-21-556137

In the matter of the application of CHARLES BARRY MIIN, 339 WOOLSEY ST, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94134, for change of name having been filed in Superior Court, and it appearing from said application that petitioner CHARLES BARRY MIIN is requesting that the name CHARLES BARRY MIIN be changed to CHARLES BARRY SUN. Now therefore, it is hereby ordered, that all persons interested in said matter do appear before this Court in Dept. 103N, Rm. 103N on the 6th of APRIL 2021 at 9:00am of said day to show cause why the application for change of name should not be granted.

FEB 25, MAR 4, 11, 18, 2021 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE A-039251300 The following person(s) is/are doing business as FOCUS PRESS, 567 BAY ST #1054, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94133. This business is conducted by an individual, and is signed KENNETH LO. The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the above listed fictitious business name or names on 01/01/21. The statement was filed with the City and County of San Francisco, CA on 02/10/21.

FEB 25, MAR 4, 11, 18, 2021 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE A-039231800 The following person(s) is/are doing business as CRITICAL GROWTH GAMES, 1478 33RD AVE, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94122. This business is conducted

by an individual, and is signed JEFFREY HAYES. The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the above listed fictitious business name or names on 12/19/20. The statement was filed with the City and County of San Francisco, CA on 01/29/21.

FEB 25, MAR 4, 11, 18, 2021 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE A-039249700 The following person(s) is/are doing business as CLOVER HEIGHTS PUBLISHERS; CLOVER HEIGHTS PUBLISHING, 29A CASELLI AVE, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94114. This business is conducted by an individual, and is signed ELLEN J. LEONARD. The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the above listed fictitious business name or names on N/A. The statement was filed with the City and County of San Francisco, CA on 02/10/21.

FEB 25, MAR 4, 11, 18, 2021 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE A-039248600 The following person(s) is/are doing business as ADAPT FITNESS, 1395 HAMPSHIRE ST, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94110. This business is conducted by an individual, and is signed MELISSA ASHLEY M. PERAZA. The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the above listed fictitious business name or names on N/A. The statement was filed with the City and County of San Francisco, CA on 02/10/21.

FEB 25, MAR 4, 11, 18, 2021 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE A-039250700 The following person(s) is/are doing business as BRIGHT WINDOW CLEANING AND CHRISTMAS LIGHTS, 349 SAN CARLOS ST, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94110. This business is conducted by an individual, and is signed EDGAR S MOSQUEDA CRESPO. The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the above listed fictitious business name or names on 01/07/21. The statement was filed with the City and County of San Francisco, CA on 02/10/21.

FEB 25, MAR 4, 11, 18, 2021 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE A-039255200 The following person(s) is/are doing business as CONNECTION COURIER COMPANY, 339 HEAD ST, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94132. This business is conducted by an individual, and is signed CHAU N. LY. The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the above listed fictitious business name or names on 11/18/98. The statement was filed with the City and County of San Francisco, CA on 02/12/21.

FEB 25, MAR 4, 11, 18, 2021 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE A-039231000

The following person(s) is/are doing business as MIKE’S MARKET, 2200 SILVER AVE, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94124. This business is conducted by an individual, and is signed PHAYNARITH PANH. The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the above listed fictitious business name or names on 12/02/20. The statement was filed with the City and County of San Francisco, CA on 01/29/21.

FEB 25, MAR 4, 11, 18, 2021 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE A-039245100

The following person(s) is/are doing business as BRAIN HOLE ENTERTAINMENT, 200 BROADWAY #106, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94115. This business is conducted by an individual, and is signed TIANXIANG XIONG. The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the above listed fictitious business name or names on 09/22/20. The statement was filed with the City and County of San Francisco, CA on 02/08/21.

FEB 25, MAR 4, 11, 18, 2021 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE A-039236400 The following person(s) is/are doing business as MONEY FAST, 3376 24TH ST, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94110. This business is conducted by a corporation, and is signed ALFA BROS INC (CA). The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the above listed fictitious business name or names on 06/21/13. The statement was filed with the City and County of San Francisco, CA on 02/03/21.

FEB 25, MAR 4, 11, 18, 2021 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE A-039253500

The following person(s) is/are doing business as THE HOME TENDERS, 99 FERNWOOD DR, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94127. This business is conducted by a corporation, and is signed BERLUTI ENTERPRISES INC (CA). The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the above listed fictitious business name or names on N/A. The statement was filed with the City and County of San Francisco, CA on 02/12/21.

FEB 25, MAR 4, 11, 18, 2021 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE A-039253300

The following person(s) is/are doing business as THEISEN GLASS & QUALITY GLASS & MIRROR DIV, 301 POTRERO AVE, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94103. This business is conducted by a corporation, and is signed THEISEN GLASS CO. INC. (CA). The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the above listed fictitious business name or names on 07/09/73. The statement was filed with the City and County of San Francisco, CA on 02/12/21.

FEB 25, MAR 4, 11, 18, 2021 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE A-039259600

The following person(s) is/are doing business as FOREST DELIVERY, 1635-A ROLLINS RD, BURLINGAME, CA 94010. This business is conducted by a corporation, and is signed FOREST RESTAURANT SUPPLY INC (CA). The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the above listed fictitious business name or names on 01/01/21. The statement was filed with the City and County of San Francisco, CA on 02/17/21.

FEB 25, MAR 4, 11, 18, 2021 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE A-039249400 The following person(s) is/are doing business as APOTHECARIUM, 2029 MARKET ST, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94114. This business is conducted by a limited liability company, and is signed RHMT, LLC (CA). The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the above listed fictitious business name or names on 06/20/11. The statement was filed with the City and County of San Francisco, CA on 02/10/21.

FEB 25, MAR 4, 11, 18, 2021 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE A-039258000

The following person(s) is/are doing business as GREEN HEART FOODS, 2565 3RD ST #313, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94107. This business is conducted by a limited liability company, and is signed THE FIRE SOCIETY LLC (CA). The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the above listed fictitious business name or names on N/A. The statement was filed with the City and County of San Francisco, CA on 02/17/21.

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n this deliciously voyeuristic collection of salacious vignettes, we are drenched in the sights, smells, sounds, and hedonistic delights of orgasmic connection between a series of unnamed narrators and the parade of men who flow into and out of their lives. Author Brontez Purnell’s resume is impressive: he’s an Oakland-based writer, musician, filmmaker, and performance artist, originally from Alabama, who created a zine called Fag School in the early 2000s and then penned a few well-received books like Since I Laid My Burden Down and 2015’s aptlytitled Johnny Would You Love Me If My Dick Were Bigger. Graduating a few rungs higher up the literary ladder is his new book, launched through a major publisher and flush with a sweet rainbow of men of all shapes, colors, and sizes. Split into three “acts,” the novel-in-stories hums with sex and desire and is written with such succinct detail, humor, and spirit, the experiences Purnell conveys often read as semi-autobiographical. The narrators are typically unnamed and vary from interlude to interlude and man to man. In the inspired opener, the action involves a sleepover with a guy who owns a bedroom disco ball and whose leg is confined to a cast, which doesn’t stop the morning sex nor the narrator going home

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and returning after having “rinsed my ass out…beelined to his door, to my knees, straddled over him.” Other stories feature men living in the Tenderloin in 2002, anxious and needing relief, who want the uncomplicated business bodies of hustlers, but who become hookers themselves because everyone else had an “ad in the back of the gay Castro newspaper that said ‘best blow job at a reasonable price.’” The “Boyfriends” of the title come stomping across the novel’s center stage with energy and attitude to spare: a fashion editor, a chef, a Satanist, or a sad, stinky, shoe-

less tweaker who comes to visit “fresh off a however-many-day speed binge.” The addict is actually the saddest profile in the book and establishes Purnell’s distinctive talent for writing passages that resonate as both gorgeous and tragic. The narrator has known the addict since their youth and now he draws a bath for the messy shell that remains: “what was once a big beautiful star has collapsed in on its own weight and turned into a black hole.” Though these personalities exhibit the potential to blur together into one big underwear pile on the floor, Purnell is careful to embody each with his own brand of clever descriptors and charming uniqueness. Among them are the firefighter who “wanted to set me on fire like a cigarette–he inhaled me with vigor, indulgence, and did so really, really carelessly,” the sexy Hairdresser who

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n Mike Mosallam’s affectionate Ramadan rom-com Breaking Fast (Vertical), Mo (out actor Haaz Sleiman) is a devout, disciplined Muslim doctor who has reconciled his religious dedication with his queer sexuality. Of course, it helps that his parents love and accept him unconditionally. We know this because Mo’s longtime partner Hassan (Patrick Sabongui) is present at the family’s nightly breaking of the fast (iftar) during Ramadan.

However, it is at an iftar that Mo and Hassan’s relationship reaches its tragic conclusion. Threatened with being outed to his father by a religious cousin, Hassan breaks up with Mo, deciding to marry a woman and start a family to honor his father. Naturally, Mo is devastated. But Mo’s over-the-top friend Sam (Amin El Gamal) can’t stand to see his best friend sad and single. At Sam’s birthday party (during Ramadan one year later), he arranges a match for Mo with actor Kal (Michael Cassidy), a good friend of Sam’s boyfriend John (Christopher J. Hanke). When Sam occasionally slips

in a remark to Mo in Arabic, they are surprised when Kal replies in the same language (he learned Arabic as a kid when his dad was stationed in Jordan). Mo and Kal’s witty and warm getting-acquainted sequence occurs as they stroll along Santa Monica Boulevard in West Hollywood after sneaking away from Sam’s party. It’s a wonderful segment and you can sense a growing attraction between the two men. Kal, named Kal-El by his Superman-fan father, couldn’t be any more different than Hassan if he tried. Flirty, funny, affectionate, hot

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had a “chubby angel face with a chubby angel dick,” and the odd couple consisting of a Caucasian man and his “Mexican artist boy who kept eyeballing me like he wanted to cut me because I was fucking his white-ass boyfriend.” Once through the pages of office masturbation, the “secret sanctimony” of fucking someone else’s property, and an epilogue of international proportions, the allure of it all does seem to huff and puff to a rather withered conclusion with a resolution. While we are still able to get off and call it hot fun on the page, readers may also feel a yearning for the rhyme and the reason behind all that breathless push and pull. What remains is the nagging nature of constantly thirsty desire and the memorable, undeniable memoir-like feel of Purnell’s brilliantly razor-sharp confessionals.t and smart, Kal is the complete package. And he can cook, too, as Mo learns when they break the fast together each night during Ramadan. Just as things were going smoothly between Mo and Kal, even holding hands in a drive-thru car wash, a series of small eruptions threatens the relationship before it can begin in earnest. Mo accompanies Sam to the funeral of his uncle and while there, Sam’s cousin Muna (Aline Elasmar) spills the T about Hassan. It seems that he came out and is divorcing his wife. Meanwhile Mo, who has been keeping his budding relationship with Kal under wraps, lets it slip to Sam. Kal, who got the part for which he was auditioning (and had rehearsed with Mo), wants to celebrate with Mo. Kal surprises Mo by taking him to a screening of the first Christopher Reeve Superman movie (Mo’s a fan, too). As they are leaving, they have an encounter with Judy (Veronica Cartwright), Kal’s father’s second wife. Because his family dynamic was so different from Mo’s, Kal hadn’t told him much. But now that the opportunity has presented itself, he begins to share the details. Things really go off the rails when Sam and John crash iftar at Mo’s. A heated argument erupts because, as Kal later says, Mo invalidates Sam’s experiences and fears regarding Islam because they are so different from his own. Mo and Kal have it out and it looks like it’s over between them. But remember, this is a rom-com, and a nontraditional one at that. Like most rom-coms, there is a hard-won kiss and you know what comes after that. All in all, Breaking Fast is an appetizing movie, with Sleiman’s authentic performance as the centerpiece. Rating: Bt

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Olivia Newton-John She’s still the one that we want by Gregg Shapiro

I love harmonizing. I’ve always done that, according to my parents, since I was a little girl. I would always sing harmonies to songs I heard. It was just lucky for me that I was able to do that. I love to do that. I enjoy that and I enjoy bouncing off somebody else, rather than just being the only person there. It’s fun to exchange energy when you’re singing. I’ve had some wonderful singing partners. I learned so much from Cliff (Richard) because he had me on his show. Then I was a double act with Pat Carroll for many years: Pat and Olivia. I’ve always loved that part of performing, and you get a chance to work with all these amazing people.

ow in her seventh decade as an entertainer, Olivia Newton-John has proven herself to be a versatile artist. First, of course, as a five-time Grammy Award-winning singer. Then as an actor in the wildly successful movie adaptation of the musical Grease, as well as the camp classic Xanadu (directed by Gene Kelly). She also displayed her serious acting side AIDS drama It’s My Party, which reteamed her with Grease director Randal Kleiser. Olivia also made her mark as a writer with her 2018 memoir Don’t Stop Believing, newly available in a paperback edition. More recently, Olivia returned to her first love of singing, teaming up with her daughter Chloe Lattanzi (from her first marriage to actor Matt Lattanzi) for the bestselling single “Window in the Wall.” Olivia was kind enough to take time out of her busy schedule to answer a few questions. Gregg Shapiro: Olivia, I’d like to begin by congratulating you on the success of “Window in the Wall,” your duet with your daughter Chloe Lattanzi which hit #1 on its release date (January 22, 2021) on the iTunes Pop music video chart. What does such an accomplishment mean to you? Olivia Newton-John: I’m just

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thrilled that the song resonated, because I had no plans to record and I didn’t go out of my way to look for a song to record. This song came to me and it had purpose. This lovely woman who I’d met at a health clinic a few years ago and whom I didn’t know very well, wrote me and said, “I had this calling and I know that you should record this song. My cousin wrote it…” And, of course, when you hear that my ears went uh-oh! This is family, so how good can it be? The song came on and it was

beautiful. It made me cry and it touched something in me. I just had this knowing that I had to record it. That’s what I did! The first person I thought of was Chloe, because it was so personal. You have a history of duets, including “You’re The One That I Want” and “Summer Nights” from Grease sung with John Travolta and “Suddenly” from Xanadu sung with Cliff Richard. What do you enjoy most about the process of singing a duet?

One of your biggest solo hit singles, “I Honestly Love You,” was written by Peter Allen, a gay man. The music video for “Physical” oozes gay subtext. Both Grease and Xanadu are musicals with strong queer appeal, and It’s My Party and Sordid Lives are more directly gay films. Do you remember when you first became aware of having a gay following, and what does that LGBTQ following mean to you? I just think of gay people as people [laughs]. I have had a wonderfully strong gay following and I’m very grateful for that because I feel they’re very loyal fans and very sweet. I’ve always enjoyed the

company of gay people. I think they’re so much fun. One of my best friends, Gregg Cave, who runs Gaia (Resort and Spa) is gay and he was my mother’s friend also. It’s just natural to me. They’re funny people; I don’t know why that’s so [laughs]. I like that. I like to be able to laugh a lot. Your 2018 memoir Don’t Stop Believing was just released in a paperback edition with a new foreword. Why was this the right time to tell your story? The truth is that they were going to make a movie about my life in Australia. I didn’t really know how accurate it was going to be. I thought I better write my version because I don’t know what they’re going to say. It turns out that they did quite a nice job. Delta Goodrum did a wonderful job of playing me, I thought. That’s really what spurred it to be. Then I thought, “This is quite interesting!” It’s made me remember a lot of things I hadn’t thought about and a lot of things since then, too. That was really the instigation. It wasn’t the perfect time or the right time, it was just that I wanted to write it so that the record was straight.t

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Bill Eld’s posthumous porn paean

Left: Bill Eld Middle: Poster for Bill Eld: American Pop Culture Icon Right: Producer Toby Ross

by David-Elijah Nahmod

ill Eld (1945-1986) is not well remembered today, but long ago he was a popular model in gay magazines and adult films. Eld’s career began in 1970, just a year after Stonewall. It was a time when being gay was not considered acceptable by the majority of mainstream society, yet Eld unashamedly shed his clothes and had sex with men on camera. Sometimes referred to as “Big” Bill Eld, he became well known for the size of his penis, for his physique, and for his beautiful face. Eld was a star at a time when there were few gay porn stars. But his star didn’t last, and Eld came to an early and sad demise in his early forties. Now, Eld’s life and career are remembered in Bill Eld: American Pop Culture Icon, a new featurelength documentary from gay porn auteur Toby Ross, who worked with Eld back in the day and became well-known in his own right for writing and directing a series of artsy gay porn films. Ross lit his films carefully to create a mood. His films had full dialogue and stood out from the rest.

Ross tells how Eld first got into the adult entertainment industry and shows clips from several of Eld’s films. Fans of today’s porn films might be surprised when they see this vintage footage. It was a

different era. Ross’ love for his subject seems to shine through as he continues telling the tale of Eld’s rise and fall. He tells the truth. He does not shy away from the ugly side of Eld’s life; his

half-hearted attempts to find employment outside of performing, and his descent into drugs. Eld ultimately emerges as a tragic figure. “The idea that in his own way he was an icon a ‘la Marilyn Monroe

and Elvis not just a gay icon a ‘la Al Parker,” Ross said. “He transcends the gay frame.”t

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Gay Grampas book published I

n the tradition of Heather Has Two Mommies, the first children’s book featuring gay grandparents lovingly showcases extended family. Co-written by Julie Schanke Lyford and Robert A. Schanke, Katy Has Two Grampas features illustrations by Mariia Luzino. While many similar books have been published since Heather Has Two Mommies (and the ensuing protests from antigay people), this is the first such illustrated book to include gay grandparents. One of them, co-author, Schanke, is also the prolific author of numerous nonfiction books about musical theater history. Two of those were Lambda Literary Award finalists. “Co-authoring this children’s book has been a highlight of my career,” wrote Schanke. “In being autobiographical, it has allowed me to express my joy of being a grampa and part of a loving, modern family.” t

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Soul, Sin, Secrets & Scots

The main cast of BBC/HBO’s It’s a Sin

by Victoria A. Brownworth

lack History Month is at an end, but ABC’s new series, Soul of a Nation, is just beginning. ABC is promoting the series as “by Black people for all people,” and Soul of a Nation is meant to be an inclusive look at Black America from the inside that welcomes non-Black people into that world of culture, excellence and tragic history. Everyone who isn’t Black –especially white people– needs this series and its messaging. The six-part series is the first broadcast network news magazine to feature Black culture, from Black perspectives. Each episode explores a theme. Those include spirituality, Black joy and Black activism in sports. The protests, activism and social change that erupted after George Floyd’s death are a focal point. Soul of a Nation delves deep. The series traverses America and focuses on unpacking race and racism via intimate storytelling. Jemele Hill, Marsai Martin and others are among the guest hosts for each episode with interviews and reporting by ABC News anchors and correspondents. There are some extraordinary and shocking stories, like that of 95-year-old Lucille Burden Osborne, the great-granddaughter of Charles McGruder. Her enslaved ancestor was deployed to neighboring plantations as a breeder –yes, a breeder– because humans were indeed treated like cattle. McGruder created a home for his many children after emancipation. The series begins March 2 on ABC.

key players. Each is superb in their role, with Harris delivering one of his best performances in years. The total range of the period is addressed, including the AIDS denialism that beset a swathe of the gay community, fed by outlier scientists and certain gay newspapers, even as people were dying every day. Intergenerational relationships play a distinct role –both Roscoe and Colin are involved with older men– which is both true to reality and presents a looming question: Will any of these young men live to be the age of their benefactors? There is a harrowing scene between Ritchie and his boyfriend Donald (Nathaniel Hall) where they are about to have sex and they debate the condom, lamenting the with a condom on “you can’t feel

It’s a Sin

Pose took many of us back to the bleak and angry days of the AIDS crisis with a compelling look inside that time with characters of color, a vantage point that had been largely hidden. HBO’s It’s a Sin follows several gay men in 1980s London. The men form a friend group, but the HIV/ AIDS crisis in the U.K. threatens them and everyone around them. It’s a Sin is a complex, funny, moving and heartbreaking look at the AIDS crisis in the U.K. and it will leave you reeling in a similar way to Pose. Welsh show runner Russell T. Davies is best known in the U.S. for Queer as Folk. It’s a Sin has all the depth and pathos and wry humor that the original British series had and the American version did not. The acting, direction and writing in It’s a Sin are stellar. Ritchie (Olly Alexander), Roscoe (Omari Douglas), Colin (Callum Scott Howells), Ash (Nathaniel Curtis), Arthur (Stephen Fry) and Henry (Neil Patrick Harris) are among the

anything.” Ritchie decides for them: “We’re both clean, don’t you think?” It’s a heartbreaking scene, as we all predict the answer. As with Pose, these are real and realistic characters with a plethora of foibles. But they are so believable and true to both their time and our memory of it; that you cannot look away. This is our history; tragic, survivalist and resilient.

Tell Me Your Secrets

We will watch anything starring Lily Rabe (American Horror Story), so we have been anticipating Amazon’s original series, Tell Me Your Secrets. This female-driven series created by Harriet Warner and executive-produced by Bruna Papandrea, is kind of a mess, but watch it anyway. Rabe is incendiary as Emma Hall, a woman with a complicated past as defining as her present. As the series opens, Karen Miller is being released from prison where she was incarcerated for her role as accessory to her serial killer ex. She’s given the new identity of Emma and set down in the mysterious and creepy world of the Louisiana bayou. Having lived there ourselves, we know it well and Warner has evoked that world in all its secretive and mysterious primordialism. Amazon describes their series and the three main characters without giving away too much: “Emma is a woman who once looked into the eyes of a dangerous killer, John [Hamish Linklater] is a former serial predator desperate to find redemption, and Mary [Amy Brenneman] is a grieving mother obsessed with finding her missing daughter. As each of them is pushed to the edge, the truth about their pasts and motives grows ever murkier, blurring the lines between victim and perpetrator.” Rabe centers the story and our attention. She will be back soon in the next American Horror Story, but for now, the dark thrills of Tell Me Your Secrets are worth your time.

Men in Kilts

Above: Jemele Hall, a guesthost on ABC’s Soul of a Nation Middle: Lily Rabe in Tell Me Your Secrets Below: Sam Heughan and Graham McTavish are Men in Kilts.

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Men in Kilts: A Roadtrip with Sam and Graham is absolutely delightful guy fun with men often in Scottish garb, and testosterone on overload. Actors Sam Heughan (Outlander) and Graham McTavish (The Hobbit trilogy) explore their homeland with alacrity. Men in Kilts is engaging and enchanting and a great way to see Scotland while we can’t travel, learn some history beyond Braveheart and discover that there’s more to Scottish food than haggis. Eight episodes are on Starz and Hulu. For the deep, the decadent, the dark and the delightful, while you await your vaccine, you really must stay tuned.t

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You’re invited to come be a part of our lesbian community. Open discussions, social conversations, and good times are to be expected. Bring your unique flair and personality to the group and help us in becoming the best social group for Lesbian women in north Santa Clara County. Join us on the first and third Thursday of each month.

SSUES 2:00 to 2:15pm: Conference Starts! Welcome and introductions from Thomas Kingery, LGBTQ Programs Coordinator/Community Liaison. Next, Santa Clara County Supervisor Joe Simitian, an advocate of the LGBTQ Initiative, will provide his unique insights into the Diana Dean Gendotti March 11 3-3:30pm Gay Men’s Walking Group significance of the LGBTQ movement. Gay Men’s Walking Group is a great way to get out of the house and make new friends in a safe and responsible way. You’ll enjoy meeting up ndotti is anThe estate planning and trust administration for lunch, exercise, and socialPresentation: engagement, ‘Staying while keeping safe withCrazy socialTimes’ distancing wearing during the second and fourth weekend of 2:15 to 2:45pm: Keynote Sane in by Dr.and Fred Luskin,masks, Stanford Forgiveness Project. who has been licensed 31willyears, and has anThese each month. The Thursday meeting on Zoom istothe planning meeting for the upcoming Dr.for Luskin discuss how do our best work through honoring ourwalk. physical and mental health. He offers easily practiced skills Join us on the second fourth of of each month at or 3pm to plan the next walk. for and staying calmThursday in the face danger, real perceived. Los Altos. She will highlight the critical aspects of 2:45 to 3:00pm: prizes courtesy of Home Instead! anning, especially as itDoor relates to LGBTQ issues. March 11 4:00pm-5:00pm Song Appreciation Group y burning questions! 3:00 to 3:30pm: SESSION 1 (choose Workshop 1 or Workshop 2)

Theme of the Day “Favorite Road Trip Song” Songs hold meaning,WORKSHOP so come join us your song2 in advance via email to the group facilitator 1 and share the songs that have touched your life. Submit WORKSHOP (Thomas Kingery at LGBTQ tkingery@avenidas.org) then during the group zoom meeting, we’llLEGAL play your song and provide the lyrics so the whole group to INCLUSIVE HOUSING ISSUES sing or read along. Then we’ll discuss the song’s meaning and how it relates to the you and the topic the day. Openhouse and Office of Supportive Housing Attorney DianaofDean Gendotti Join us on the second and fourth Thursday of the month at 4pm. Join us to hear Openhouse share their journey to provide Diana Gendotti is an estate planning and trust administration LGTBQ+ inclusive housing options in San Francisco. attorney who has been licensed for 31 years, and has an County of Santa Clara Office of Supportive Housing will office in Los Altos. She will highlight the critical aspects of discuss the potential of what could be coming to the County especially as it relates to LGBTQ issues. March 15 2:30pm-3:30pm LGBTQ Elder Empowermentestate and planning, Connections Group. in the future. Bring any burning questions! Theme of the Day: “Building a Social Support Network; Why it is important.” Part 2

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OUR VILLAGE March 18 Loretta 3:00pm-4:00pm Wonder Woman Lesbian Social Group 3:45 to 4:15pm: SESSION 2 (chooseAvenidas Workshop 3 or Workshop 4) rs: Jenn Chan and Austin, WORKSHOP 4 WORKSHOP 3 ity is especially important right now. Building and BUILD YOUR VILLAGE OVERCOMING DISCRIMINATION 25will300om-3:30pm GayKingery Men’s Walking Group Facilitators: Jenn Chan and Loretta Austin, Avenidas ening your March village help youOpenhouse, thrive. Thomas Discover Facilitators: and Keenan Murray, Avenidas Community is especially important right now. Building and ities for new connections with our intergenerational strengthening your village will help you thrive. Discover We will examine different forms of discrimination, how to overprogram and social Learn where find March 25 groups. 4:00pm-5:00pm Song Appreciation Group opportunities for new connections with our intergenerational come them, and how to be anto advocate for change. Discussion pen pal program and social groups. Learn where to find with colleagues at Openhouse and review why some people Theme of the Day “Favorite Song from a Movie Soundtrack” ty resources and how to build a safe space. community resources and how to build a safe space. might be asking about SOGIE (Sexual Orientation Gender

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Identity Expression) and why you should answer honestly!

4:15 to 4:30pm: Conclusion: Maribel Martínez, Director of the County of Santa Clara Office of LGBTQ Affairs, will conclude the day with a reflection on the significance of an inaugural LGBTQ Seniors Conference and share more about the County’s commitment to serving LGBTQ seniors as a way to build a strong, vibrant community for today and tomorrow. Register on

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