OEWD is pleased to offer advance notice for the expected rule changes and allowable activities when San Francisco moves to the Yellow Tier under state guidelines as is currently projected.
 
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Note that the information provided in this webinar may be subject to change based on the latest public health and safety information.
 

 Reopening Webinar
Thursday, April 8th at 4:00 PM

Governor Newsom Announces That California 
Anticipates Eliminating the Blueprint Tiers on June 15th
 

We are very excited to hear that the state of California anticipates eliminating the Blueprint tiers on June 15th. This will be a huge step for San Francisco and our restaurant community. Right now we are focused on learning what restrictions the City will remove as we move into the yellow tier next week and look forward to the City’s webinar on Thursday at 4pm to explain their updated yellow tier guidance.
 
We want to reiterate that all further reopening, as well as the June 15th date, is dependent upon people continuing to obey the existing restrictions and becoming vaccinated as soon as possible. We urge our industry and all San Franciscans to focus on reopening safely.
 
You can find the Governor’s press release here.

Funding Available for Restaurant Wine Education
 

San Francisco Wine School (SFWS) is striving to help every professional in need meet their educational goals. They are partnering with the newly formed Glancy Wine Education Foundation (GWEF) to provide students with scholarships for any full program offered through the school! GGRA Members may be particularly interested in the upcoming Restaurant Wine 101 April 19 & 20 and Wine Program Management Sept 13 - Oct 18.  
 
Together SFWS and GWEF has raised over $150,000 to support low income students in 2021 and have already awarded $100,000 to date. Wine and hospitality professionals may qualify for up to 75% of tuition support. Full coverage may be granted in extreme cases of economic hardship.