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Office of the City Administrator October 2026 Newsletter
The City Administrator’s Office is dedicated to improving how San Francisco government serves the public. By leading efforts to strengthen service delivery across departments, we’re working together to make government more effective, responsive, and accountable. In this month’s newsletter, we are excited to share highlights of our latest work, along with upcoming events happening this month.
311 app launches new reporting category!
San Francisco’s 311 Customer Service Center is often the front door to city services, from reporting graffitti to requesting street cleaning.
We’re constantly working to make 311 easier to use and help residents get information to the right place.
We’ve heard from residents that they want a clearer way to report drug activity on public property through the 311 app. Now, a new “public drug activity” category in the 311 app allows residents to submit reports that will help SFPD plan future enforcement and inform citywide efforts.
This update is part of ongoing efforts to make 311 easier to use and help residents understand how their reports are used.
Whether you need report a pothole, want information about local events, or have a question about residential parking permits, 311 is here to help 24/7. Call 311 to talk to a live person, submit a report on the 311 mobile app or our website to request City services.
Help us Improve 311!
Have an idea for making 311 easier to use? We want to hear from you! Whether you’ve had a great experience or encountered something confusing or frustrating, your feedback helps us identify opportunities to improve city services.
Vote early at City Hall before Nov. 3!
City Hall is now open for voting in the November 3, 2026, General Election. Registered voters can now vote or drop off their ballots at the City Hall Voting Center prior to Election Day. The Voting Center is located on the ground floor of City Hall, Room 48.
City Hall hours are extended to accommodate voting.
- Weekdays: from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Two weekends before Election Day: from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Election Day: from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Moscone Center recognized for sustainability leadership
The Moscone Center has received the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce’s Sustainability of the Year Award, presented by Recology, recognizing its commitment to environmentally responsible operations.
From solar energy and water conservation to sustainable purchasing practices, Moscone Center continues to demonstrate how major event venues can reduce their environmental impact while welcoming visitors from around the world. Moscone maintains LEED Platinum certification, the highest level of recognition by the U.S. Green Building Council's rating system, further reflecting San Francisco’s commitment to sustainable public facilities.
Explore San Francisco Schools at SFUSD's Annual Enrollment Fair
Exploring school options for your family? Join the San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD) at its annual Enrollment Fair on Saturday, October 24, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Moscone Center!
Families can explore more than 100 schools across San Francisco, meet school principals and teachers, and get answers to questions about the enrollment process. Local community organizations will also be on hand to connect families with helpful resources and services.
37 Years Since the 1989 Loma Prieta Earthquake
This month marks the anniversary of the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake, a defining moment in San Francisco's history that reshaped the City's approach to earthquake preparedness and public safety.
In the decades since, San Francisco has made significant investments in strengthening buildings, modernizing critical infrastructure, and preparing for future disasters. This year also marks 20 years of San Francisco’s 10-Year Capital Plan, coordinated by the Office of Resilience and Capital Planning within the City Administrator’s Office. The plan helps guide long-term investments in the public infrastructure and facilities that San Franciscans rely on every day.
October is Pit Bull Awareness month!
Looking for a new best friend? October is Pit Bull Awareness Month! To celebrate, San Francisco Animal Care & Control is waiving fees for all pit bulls for qualified adopters. Licensing fees apply for San Francisco residents.
Check out ACC’s website to see all of their available pitties and pittie mixes.
Prepare for storm season ahead of El Niño
With a strong El Niño expected to influence weather patterns this winter, now is the time to prepare for heavy rain, strong winds, and potential flooding in San Francisco.
A few simple steps can help protect your home, family, and neighborhood before the next storm arrives:
- Learn about preparing for storms and severe weather
- Sign up for AlertSF to get official emergency alerts from the city .
- Get free sandbags for flood-prone properties from SF Public Works.
- Explore City resources to help small businesses
San Franciscans proposed 100 ideas for neighborhood beautification projects
San Franciscans are stepping up with big ideas for their neighborhoods! This application cycle, the City Administrator's Office's Community Challenge Grant Program (CCG) received 100 proposals for community-led projects that beautify public spaces, strengthen neighborhood connections, and improve quality of life across the city.
The program helps residents and community organizations turn ideas into projects that foster community pride, resilience, and a greater sense of belonging.
We look forward to reviewing this year's proposals and seeing the creative ways San Franciscans are working to improve their communities.
Strengthening safeguards for City firearm purchases
The City Administrator’s Office is working with the Board of Supervisors and the Brady Group to strengthen the City’s rules for purchasing firearms used by law enforcement. These changes will help ensure that when the City needs to buy firearms for public safety purposes, it only does business with responsible, law-abiding dealers.
Approved by the Board of Supervisors Rules Committee this week, the legislation strengthens existing requirements for vendors to follow safe business practices and comply with laws designed to prevent gun trafficking, theft, and crime.
Supporting our immigrant communities
The San Francisco Office of Civic Engagement & Immigrant Affairs (OCEIA) continues to work closely with local service providers to help immigrant communities connect with resources and information.
Resources
- Access Immigrant Services and Resources
- Find upcoming free citizenship workshops
- Learn about making a financial emergency plan
- Share multilingual PSAs for immigrant communities
If you or someone you know has an interaction with federal enforcement and needs immediate legal support, call the community-led Rapid Response Hotline at (415) 200-1458.
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