Botanical Drawing Workshop

Let's draw together! Join local artist and landscape architect Terri McFarland for close observation of native California plants thriving in the Eco-patch. The Botanical Drawing Workshop will take place on Sunday, April 7 from 10 am -12 pm at the Vermont Greenway & Eco-patch (Vermont Street between 17th and Mariposa streets).

Drawing supplies will be provided. Bring a sketchbook and pencils if you wish. 

Open to all ages and skill levels.

RSVP here today.

Election Updates

Elections have been extended to April 12!

We apologize for the link error and you should have received a postcard with the correct link and your code. If you still haven’t received your ballot or postcard, please contact us immediately at info@greenbenefit.org.

Results will be announced at this month's board meeting.

Esprit Updates

We had the pleasure of hosting Melinda Sullivan as she presented new updates on Esprit Park at our last board meeting (view the presentation here). Here are some updates on construction:

• Site subdrainage system installation nearing completion
• Sewer vent pipe work completed, which is a milestone, in that we coordinated with PUC to get this work done to avoid a separate contractor coming in after the renovation is completed, which would have disrupted the park
• Grading for site pathways has begun
• Installation of 5 adult exercise areas (subbase) has begun

RPD are currently reviewing the latest overall schedule provided by the contractor and pushing to work to hone in on a more specific window for substantial completion and park re-opening. They share their gratitude for your patience with and support of this curb-to-curb renovation.

Rec and Park  posts monthly  construction updates to their project page (bit.ly/espritparkproject). You can sign up for automatic email notifications on the “Project Updates” section.  Please feel free to reach out to project manager, Melinda Sullivan, with any additional questions, concerns, or suggestions.

DPW Open House

DPW cordially invites all San Francisco schools to attend the San Francisco Public Works Open House on April 24, 2024, from 9 am to 12:30 pm at 2323 Cesar Chavez St (entrance on Kansas St and Marin St) in San Francisco. The Open House will include hands-on activities such as building a planter box and experiencing bucket truck rides and offers a valuable opportunity for students to explore various trades, careers, and gain general information about SF Public Works.

If interested, sign up here - www.mobilize.us/sanfrancisco/event/596437/. Please email openhouse@sfdpw.org with any questions.

Help Inform the Future of Public Utility Communications and Services! 

SFPUC has released a survey to get feedback from SF residents so they can improve their services and communications in underserved communities. Please complete the survey by April 5 to ensure your feedback is taken into consideration and for a chance to win a $100 Visa gift card.

Survey links: 

Survey in English (Full link: https://www.research.net/r/SVXN8HF)
Survey in Chinese (Full link: https://www.research.net/r/LJMRZV3)
Survey in Spanish (Full link: https://www.research.net/r/LJ5LV9N)
Survey in Filipino (Full link: https://www.research.net/r/SVRXLRD)

Celebrate Spring in Dogpatch with the MCD

The Museum of Craft and Design is hosting a Free Spring Weekend where entry to the museum will be free for all visitors. As part of the Museum of Craft and Design’s 20th Anniversary, they are hosting two free weekends this year (among many other events) and would love for folks from near and far to join the festivities. The Free Spring Weekend will be on April 27-28 (the next one is in mid-August).

Neighborhood Volunteer Opportunities
 
Dogpatch Cleanup
Meet at Esprit Park (Minnesota Street & 19th Street)
Sunday, Apr 21
Noon – 1:30 pm
 
Join the Dogpatch Neighborhood Association, RefuseRefuseSF, Shine On, SF Public Works, and TogetherSF for a friendly neighborhood cleanup! Free lunch afterwards sponsored by UCSF. RSVP here.
 
NW Potrero Hill Clean-up
The Benches Garden, 610 San Bruno Ave
Sunday, April 28
10:00 – 11:30 am
 
Meet at Benches Garden, 610 San Bruno @ 18^th for this monthly event. Join neighbors for snacks after. RSVP here.

Looking for other volunteer opportunities or have an opportunity to share? Let us know here.

Connect with Us!

Think something is amiss in one of our spaces or have a suggestion for a project? We’d love to hear from you.