The Brief
- San Francisco intensified efforts to address homelessness by clearing encampments in high-profile areas known for open drug use.
- On Tuesday, crews were focused on 6th Street, as part of Mayor Daniel Lurie’s renewed focus on reclaiming public space.
- Residents and businesses expressed mixed feelings, noting improvements during daylight hours, but frustration over slow progress at night.
SAN FRANCISCO – San Francisco doubled down on its efforts to crack down on homelessness and moved forward with plans Tuesday to clear out an encampment situated in a high-profile area long known for open drug use and homelessness.
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City reclaiming public spaces
What we know:
Crews were out in the morning deep cleaning along 6th Street between Howard, Mission, and on Harriet and Russ streets. The effort reflected Mayor Daniel Lurie’s renewed focus on reclaiming public spaces while expanding access to shelter and recovery services.…