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Supervisor Melgar July 2026 Updates
Jul 23, 2026, 11:53 PM • Supervisor Myrna Melgar
Summary
Supervisor Myrna Melgar highlights key July 2026 updates focusing on Disability Pride Month and San Francisco's historic leadership in disability rights. She emphasizes ongoing efforts to improve accessibility in transportation and public spaces. A major legislative success is the passage of a Charter Amendment to expand the Housing Trust Fund, securing sustained funding for affordable housing without raising taxes. Additionally, new legislation signed by Mayor Lurie aims to boost housing construction by adjusting inclusionary requirements. The newsletter also reports on the West Portal Horseshoe Project, which has significantly improved neighborhood safety, reduced crashes by 60%, and boosted local business activity through traffic calming and beautification measures.
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Key positions and references
Key positions
- Support expansion of Housing Trust Fund without new taxes
- Adjust inclusionary housing requirements to incentivize construction
- Prioritize accessibility and safety for people with disabilities
- Promote traffic calming and pedestrian safety in West Portal
Agenda items and issues mentioned
- Charter Amendment for Housing Trust Fund expansion
- Legislation adjusting inclusionary housing requirements
- West Portal Station Safety and Community Space Improvements project
- Traffic calming measures on Ulloa, Vicente, and Wawona streets
Meetings and events mentioned
- Board of Supervisors vote on Housing Trust Fund Charter Amendment
- Mayor Lurie signing housing legislation
- SFMTA board approval of West Portal project proposals
- Community feedback collection for West Portal improvements
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