San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie is taking steps to redirect scores of millions of dollars meant for housing to instead pay for shelters under his “Breaking the Cycle” initiative.
The $88.5 million sought by Lurie represents around 30 percent of the $303 million that Proposition C is projected to generate in the upcoming fiscal year.
Lurie’s office has emphasized that unlocking these funds is crucial to addressing the crisis on the streets — a key focus of his tenure as mayor so far. The move would help cover the cost of 572 beds and fund 130 hotel vouchers for families. On the campaign trail, alongside his pledge to build 1,500 emergency beds, Lurie promised to build 2,500 interim housing beds within two years. With his current budget, Lurie is effectively prioritizing his promise for shelter at the cost of housing…