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Tuesday, November 19

From the desk of President Henry Karnilowicz

Greetings from the largest small business association in area in San Francisco, advocating for all our businesses, including for issues such as security, legislation, and marketing.

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Town Hall & Holiday Mixer

Okay folks, it's confirmed... and YOU ARE INVITED! SOMBA is organizing a Town Hall and Holiday Mixer at Trellis located at 981 Mission Street, 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm on Wednesday, December 11.


The event will include a panel at the beginning for the town hall portion and then the holiday mixer will follow. Hors d'oeuvres will be provided and the first drink will be on the house. After that, drinks are available at guests' own expense.


More on this event will go out in the next couple of weeks.

Golden Gate Restaurant Association

Effective January 1, 2025

SF HCSO Rates go up over 9%!

We are disappointed to report that a 9.4% - 9.6% rate increase will be happening effective January 1, 2025 for the San Francisco Health Care Security Ordinance (HCSO). We had been in discussions with city officials to see if this very substantial rate increase could be paused for 2025, but unfortunately this did not happen. The rate increase percentages are calculated by the rate increase language in the ordinance that is tied to a multiple county health care rate for public employees. See the table by clicking "For More Information".


We look forward to working in 2025 with the new city government to see if there is a way to reform this ordinance in a way to reduce the financial burden on our still struggling restaurants and small businesses, and also to see if there is a way to free up for use the over $900 million of funds, not claimed by employees, that are sitting in a city fund.


For more information on the ordinance, requirements for reporting, and FAQs please click button below.

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Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center

Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center is hosting an Elves' Winter Market in South San Francisco this holiday season. On Saturday, December 7th, head to the Economic Advancement Center for a day of festive, family fun!


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KALEIDOSCOPE


Kaleidoscope is the perfect show for families and children of all ages, looking for a joyous holiday event that will stay with you all season. See acrobatics, hear live music by their 6-piece Circus Bella All-Star Band, and all inside a 350-seat Circus Tent.


Kaleidoscope will be running from December 13th-January 5th. Reserve your tickets today for some holiday fun!

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Folsom-Howard Streetscape Project

Construction has begun on Folsom St., whereas Howard St. is still in the detailed design phase. There was a meeting on Saturday November 16, 2024 at The Box SF where there was input from local property owners and businesses.


To stay updated, click the "Updates" below. You may email


FolsomHoward@sfmta.com.

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