This resolution accepts a report outlining strategies for preserving African American culture, housing, and economic sustainability in the African American Arts and Cultural District. It is part of the city's efforts to support and enhance the community's cultural heritage and economic viability.
Resolution accepting the African American Arts and Cultural Districtβs Cultural History, Housing, and Economic Sustainability Strategy Report (CHHESS) under Administrative Code, Section 107.5.
How it got here
The legislation originated from the need to implement a Cultural History, Housing, and Economic Sustainability Strategy Report for the African American Arts and Cultural District, as mandated by a prior ordinance.
The Board enacted Ordinance No. 126-18, adding Administrative Code, Chapter 107 to establish a process for creating cultural districts in San Francisco.
The Mayor's Office submitted a memo to the Board of Supervisors regarding the Cultural History, Housing, and Economic Sustainability Strategy Report for the African American Arts and Cultural District.
The committee reviewed and recommended the acceptance of the CHHESS Report.
The Board adopted the resolution accepting the CHHESS Report, which outlines strategies for the African American Arts and Cultural District.
The Mayor approved the resolution, finalizing the acceptance of the CHHESS Report.
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