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Richmond Station Newsletter Friday, 09/07/2012

Captain’s Message 

It is with a heavy heart that the men and women of Richmond Police Station grieve the senseless loss of California Highway Patrol Officer Kenyon Youngstrom.  Our hearts and prayers go out to the Youngstrom family and our colleagues with the California Highway Patrol.  Officer Youngstrom leaves behind his wife and four young children.  The California Highway Patrol has established a memorial fund to support Youngstrom's family.  The fund is available through Wells Fargo, and donations to the Officer Kenyon Youngstrom Memorial can be made at any Wells Fargo branch.

The California Highway Patrol 11-99 Foundation, which provides financial assistance to the families of fallen officers, can provide further information on the memorial. Foundation representatives can be reached at (714) 529-1199 or at info@chp11-99.org.

Officer Tim Gibson will be retiring after 41 years of service.  The officers of Richmond Station will miss Tim greatly.  Tim has a fantastic work ethic, a wonderful personality and his spot on the team will be hard to fill.  Tim served at the Housing Task Force, Muni Task Force, Southern Station, Northern Station and completed his tour of duty at his favorite assignment, Richmond Station. 

The 65^th Annual Police Fire Mass will be held on Sunday September 9, 2012 at Saint Monica’s Church, located at Geary Bl and 23^rd Ave.  Mass will be held at 10:30am and is dedicated to remembering and honoring the ultimate sacrifices made by the Police Officers and Firefighters of San Francisco.

I would like to cordially invite each and every one of you to attend the SFPD Cops & Joggers Annual Picnic and 5k run benefiting San Francisco SAFE on Sunday, September 23, 2012 at Peacock Meadow in Golden Gate Park ( JFK Drive and Conservator Drive East ) from 9 A.M. to 2 P.M.  For more information visit:www.sfsafe.org/copsandjoggers

You do not have to be a jogger to attend there will be family events and activities including a rib cook off, petting zoo, fun run/walk and rock wall.  Please join your officers from Richmond Station and show your support for SF SAFE. 

Our next Community meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 18, 2012 at 6pm.  It will be in the Community Room, here at Richmond Station, 461 6^th Ave. (NOTE TIME CHANGE)

Richmond Station distributes an email newsletter every Friday.  Our newsletter, which is sent to several hundred email addresses, contains information about recent crimes, arrests and upcoming events in the District.   To be added to this list, please email us at SFPD.RICHMOND.STATION@SFGOV.ORG. 

Captain Sharon Ferrigno

Sharon.Ferrigno@sfgov.org

Noteworthy Arrests 

On 09/03/12 at 6pm, officers detained a male at Clay and Lyon St as he appeared to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol.  The suspect gave the officers a false name and birth date; however another officer arrived on scene and recognized him from an arrest on 06/27/12.  It was determined that the suspect was on felony probation for a weapons violation and also had two outstanding warrants for his arrest.  A subsequent search of his backpack revealed a drivers license belong to another person and a note book that contained personal information for 16 other people (names, addresses, access card numbers and security codes).  He had no explanation as to why he was in possession of these items.  Further investigation showed that the drivers license he was in possession of had been stolen from a bar on 07/22/12.  The 32 year old male was charged with possession of stolen property and burglar tools, theft of access card information, narcotic and probation violations. 

On 09/05/12 at 6:15pm, officers were called to a bank on the 300 block of Clement St on a report of a check fraud in progress.  Officers were given a description of the suspect and located him on the corner just outside the bank and detained him.  Upon speaking with bank employees, they were told that the suspect came in to cash a check.  When the teller entered the information into the computer he saw that the account had been flagged for fraudulent activity, and the account number and name on the check did not match the information in the computer for the owner of the account.  It also showed that the suspect had just opened the account at another branch in Oakland that morning.  The teller told him that he couldn’t cash the check as the account was to new, and the suspect took the check and walked out of the bank.  The suspect, a 42 year old male who is on probation was charged with the fraud and probation violation.     

Noteworthy Incidents

Between 08/25/12, 6pm and 09/04/12, 6am, inside Golden Gate Park , several decorative strips of copper were removed from a wooden overhang at the Japanese Tea Garden.

On 09/02/12 at 2:25am, a cab driver picked up two males at 16^th and Valencia Sts, and they told the driver to take them to Geary and Blake St .  When they arrived, one of the males exited the cab and took off running.  The cab driver told the second male he was going to call the police.  The second male asked him not to and gave him a portion of the fare due, and called his friend and told him to return. The two were waiting outside the cab and when the first male returned he refused to pay the remainder of the fare. Both passengers then pushed the driver to the ground and took off running north on Blake.  The driver sustained scrapes to his hands.

Between 09/03/12, 8:30pm and 09/04/12, on the 300 block of Arguello, a suspect gained entry into an apartment building garage and took a bicycle.  The bike’s lock had been cut, but there were no signs of forced entry into the garage.

On 09/05/12, between 6:45am and 3:30pm on the 300 block of 2^nd Ave , a suspect gained entry into an apartment and took a laptop, iPod and clothing.  The rear door of the apartment has a malfunctioning lock.

On 09/05/12 at 4:55pm, officers responded to the 2100 block of Broderick for a burglary report.  The victim told them that on 09/04/12 between 4:50pm and 6pm, his car was parked on the 300 block of Hayes St .  He was unsure if he locked the doors to his car, but when he returned his vehicle registration and house keys were missing from the car.  On 09/05/12 between 9:15am and 4pm, a suspect entered his home, possibly with his house keys and took a laptop, iPad3 and a camera.

Richmond Station Resource List:

EMERGENCY	911		Police/ Fire/Ambulance
Non-Emergency	415 553-0123
Cell Phone 911	415 553-8090
Anonymous Tip Line	415 575-4444		Citywide
Anonymous Tip Line ( Richmond )	415 668-7387		Richmond Station Tip Line
Customer Service Center	311
Richmond Police Station	415 666-8000		Email:sfpd.richmond.station@sfgov.org
Captain Sharon Ferrigno	415 666-8030		Email: sharon.ferrigno@sfgov.org
Community Liaison	Officer Lorie Brophy 415-666-8000		Email:  lorie.brophy@sfgov.org
Permits/Special Events	Officer Tobius Moore		415-666-8000
Deputy City Attorney	415 554-3880		Email: frank.brass@sfgov.org
Department of Parking & Traffic	415 553-1943		DPT
Department of Public Works	415 695-2020		DPW Dispatch
Graffiti Abatement	415 278-9454/415 278-9456 fax
Graffiti Abatement Coordinator	Sergeant Stephanie Long		Email:sfpd.richmond.station@sfgov.org
Homeless Issues	Officer Gary Mendribil Officer Robert Ramos
SFPD Website	sf-police.org		For Crime Stats, Internet reports, etc
SF SAFE	415 673-SAFE (415 673-7233)		Email: info@sfsafe.org
Child Passenger Safety Seats	Officer Young Chi		415 666-8000
FOOT PATROLS		Geary Boulevard		Clement Street
Officer Phil Busalacchi 666-8000		Richmond Beat 43
Officer Eddie Wu 666-8000				Richmond Beat 43C
Officer Stanley Lee 666-8000

FREE NERT TRAINING

 Fisherman’s Wharf 

Sheraton Fisherman’s Wharf Hotel

2500 Mason Street @ North Point 

WHEN: Fridays, 8:30am – 5:30pm

September 21 AND 28 **

** To enroll - Call 970-2024 or – http://www.sf-fire.org/index.aspx?page=879 and provide Name, Phone Number, Location and Start Date of Class. See the SFFDNERT web site for more information.

Join the San Francisco Community Police Academy   

The Community Police Academy is a 15-week program that meets once a week and is designed to inform and teach interested participants various aspects of municipal policing, including patrol and investigations procedures, vehicle operations, arrest and control techniques, firearm procedures and emergency communications.

The Academy’s goals are to develop community awareness through education and to develop a closer understanding and working relationship between the San Francisco Police Department and its communities. Members of the community are encouraged to join and learn about the San Francisco Police Department. Participants can ask questions and offer comments within each class. The next class is scheduled to start later in the year. We now also have a Youth Community Police Academy , geared towards high school students and will last 10 weeks.

The Community Police Academy participants are selected by the program coordinator after an application process. Enrollment is limited to twenty-five students per class.

For more information, including application process, please contact Ms. Lula Magallon at (415) 401-4720.

 

Become a Community Court panelist and give back to your community.

Community Court is a restorative justice program that addresses misdemeanor crimes which occur in your neighborhood. As a panelist, you have a unique opportunity to hear offenses that impact your quality of life, determine its consequences, and figure out how best to resolve it using meaningful sanctions. Use your neighborhood wisdom to solve neighborhood problems.  Make your neighborhood better - get involved today!

For more information, please contact the District Attorney's Office, Jackson Gee, 575-6328 or jackson.gee@sfgov.org. " 

Events Calendar

Socrates Café (Philosophical Discussion Group)

When: First Sunday of the month

Where: Café Muse - 785 8th Ave (@ Fulton )

Details: Take a break from politics and join a thoughtful, relaxed discussion of the ideas and values that underlie our efforts to be good people, neighbors, and citizens.  More information, please contact Linda Greenberg 415-668-5239.

Seniors Moving to Better Health

When: Mondays: 10-11:00 am & Wednesdays: 9:30-10:30am Drop-ins welcome

Where: St James Community Learning Center

4620 California Street @ 8th Avenue

Details: Join “Always Active” FREE exercise program for seniors.  Fall Prevention, Strength and flexibility training.  Free Wellness Plan.  For more information call 415 752-0139.

Land's End: Sutro Highs And Lows

When: Every Saturday at 2pm

Where: Meet at the lion statue at park entrance, 48th Ave. & Pt. Lobos Ave.

Public transportation: MUNI line 38.

Details: Recapture the flavor of Mayor Sutro's gift to the public, the park and baths of the late 1800s. Dramatic, wind-swept vistas in sunshine or fog. Somewhat strenuous. http://sfcityguides.org/desc.html?tour=47

Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Farmer’s Market

When: every Wednesday, year round 10am – 2pm

Where:  Geary at St. Joseph 's Street, San Francisco

Details: The Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Certified Farmers' Market is your best source for fresh-from-the-farm, seasonal fruits, vegetables, greens and nuts. Make a visit to the market a part of your weekly routine!  The farmers at the Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Farmers' Market bring you the freshest locally-grown fruits and vegetables. For more information, please visit: http://www.pcfma.com/marketdetail.php?market_id=10.

 

Harvest Food Pantry

When: every Saturday, 7:15 - 9:30 a.m.

Where: St. John's Presbyterian Church, @ Arguello & Lake

Details: Networking with the San Francisco Food Bank, we distribute supplemental groceries to 150 needy families & individuals at the church. Since Oct. 2000, we’ve distributed over 250,000 pounds of food. Would you like to volunteer? We are always seeking help from willing individuals including children, seniors and students. Many students use our program to fulfill their learning service requirement. If you would like to join us, please contact Dale Walker at DaleWalker@aol.com for more information or simply show up!

Multi Cultural Children’s Art Workshops MCAP (Multi Cultural Children’s Arts Program)

When:  Saturday mornings, 10-12pm

Where:  Richmond District Neighborhood Center , 741 30th Avenue , (between Balboa and Cabrillo)

Cost:  Refundable fee, $5/class/child

Details:  Spring Arts Workshops are for children ages 6-12.  There is a different workshop each Saturday.  You can sign up two workshops per child.  Please call Jane at 751-6600 for class availabilities and information or visit www.rdnc.org.

Golden Gate Park Preservation Alliance .    

Committed to the preservation and enhancement of Golden Gate Park . 

For more information, please visit: http://www.goldengateparkpreservation.org/

Community Resources

Opportunities for Young Children

Saturday Learning Time Preschool

When: Saturday mornings at 9:00a.m to noon.

Where: 4620 California Street .

Details: Offering free preschool classes for children (2.5 to 5 years old) not currently enrolled in a preschool program. Classes are free but nine parent service hours are required per school year. Call 415-751-1199 for more information.

Multi Cultural Children’s Art Workshops

MCAP (Multi Cultural Children’s Arts Program)

When:  Saturday mornings, 10-12pm

Where:  Richmond District Neighborhood Center , 741 30th Avenue , (between Balboa and Cabrillo)

Cost:  Refundable fee, $5/class/child

Details:  Spring Arts Workshops are for children ages 6-12.  There is a different workshop each Saturday.  You can sign up two workshops per child.  Please call Jane for class availabilities and information at 751-6600, or visit website: www.rdnc.org.

*The Multi Cultural Children’s Arts Program is a program of the Richmond District Neighborhood Center

Free – Kids Yoga In The Park

When:              Saturdays at 11:00 a.m.

Where: Botanical Gardens of Golden Gate Park
Details:Geared towards ages 3-10.  Come and join in the fun!
Visit www.purushayoga.org/parkyoga.htm for details.

Richmond Station Newsletter Friday, 06/15/2012

 Captain’s Message

I am delighted to be your Captain at Richmond Station.  I was born and raised in San Francisco where my parents ran a small restaurant at Beale and Mission Streets.  My Grandmother lived in Golden Gate Park in the temporary emergency tent city after the 1906 earthquake and her father was an iron worker who helped build City Hall.  I have been with the San Francisco Police Department since 1984 working at Ingleside, Park, Investigations, Homeland Security, Northern, Central, Southern and now The Richmond Police District.  You have my commitment that I will work diligently to reduce crime and preserve the quality of life in our district.  I look forward to working closely with you, my door is always open.

Our next Community meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 19, 2012 at 7pm.  It will be in the Community Room, here at Richmond Station, 461 6^th Ave.

Richmond Station distributes an email newsletter every Friday.  Our newsletter, which is sent to several hundred email addresses, contains information about recent crimes, arrests and upcoming events in the District.   To be added to this list, please email us at SFPD.RICHMOND.STATION@SFGOV.ORG. 

 

Captain Sharon Ferrigno

Sharon.Ferrigno@sfgov.org

           

Noteworthy Arrests

On 06/11/12 at 1:30pm, officers were called to 9^th and Geary regarding an assault in progress.  As the officers arrived they were flagged down by a witness and saw two males on the ground.  The witness told the officers that one of the men on the ground had spit and kicked the victim, the other male on the ground. Officers detained the suspect and were told the following.  As the victim was walking east on Geary, he saw the suspect yelling and harassing a couple walking by.  When the victim walked by, the suspect turned his attention to him and stood directly in the victims path.  The suspect began to yell, spit and kick at the victim and when the suspect kicked him a second time, the victim grabbed his leg and took him to the ground.  At this point the victim saw the witness and asked him to call 911.  The suspect, a 40 year old male was charged with battery and also had 3 outstanding warrants for his arrest.

Noteworthy Incidents

Between 06/07/12, 11pm and 06/08/12, 6am on the 800 block of 41^st Ave, a suspect gained entry into a garage and stole the vehicle that was parked inside.  There were no signs of forced entry into the garage, and the vehicle was later recovered on the 2300 block of Lake St .

On 06/08/12, between 9:30am and 10:00am on the 3400 block of California , the victim was shopping in the area and her phone was removed from her purse.

On 06/08/12 at 2:30pm, the victim was using the computer at the public library.  The suspect came up and asked to use the computer the victim was on, and when the victim said no, the suspect hit her on the back of her head with a fist.  The suspect, a black female, 18-21 years of age, fled in an unknown direction on 9^th Ave.

On 06/09/12, between 1pm and 4:30pm on the 400 block of 39^th Ave , a suspect gained entry into a home by prying back the gate on the front door.  The suspect then fit his hand through the opening and smashed the glass on the front door.  The suspect took a laptop, video projector and music equipment.

Between 06/09/12, 9pm and 06/10/12, 12:15am, two different victims had there phones taken from their purses while in a bar at 3^rd and Geary.

On 06/10/12 at 2:25am, the victim had just returned home on the 700 block of 44^th Ave.  While inside, he heard noises coming from the garage area and walked out the front door and around the corner.  He then saw the suspect climbing into the window of his garage and when he saw the victim he climbed out and ran east on Cabrillo.  The suspect was described as a white male with blond hair, 5’10” 160lbs wearing a red parka and black pants.

Between 06/10/12, 5pm and 06/11/12, 6am on the 700 block of Arguello, a suspect gained entry into a business by prying open the front door.  The suspect then smashed open the cash register and took the money from inside, as well as a laptop from the office.

On 06/10/12 at 6:45pm, the victim was opening his driver’s side door on the 6700 block of Fulton .  He heard a horn honking and saw the suspect’s vehicle approaching in the #2 lane.  The victim raised his hands in disbelief and was upset that the vehicle came close to hitting his door.  The suspect vehicle then pulled over in a nearby bus stop and the victim walked towards the vehicle and began taking pictures of it. The driver got out and the two began to argue about the “near miss” and the suspect finally walked back to his car.  He turned around and came back and struck the victim in the chin.  The victim then tried to call 911 from his phone but the suspect knocked it out of his hand, landing on the grass nearby.  They began to grapple with each other and the passenger exited the vehicle, grabbed the victim’s phone and both fled back to the car, fleeing east on Fulton .  The suspects were described as white males 20-25yrs, one wearing a green shirt and khaki shorts, the other in a brown shirt with blue jeans.  The vehicle was described as a white Subaru, 4dr. 

On 06/11/12, between 8am and 5pm on the 6800 block of Fulton, a suspect pried open the front door of an apartment building and took a bike from the second floor landing.

Between 06/12/12, 6pm and 06/13/12, 9am on the 3700 block of Balboa, the suspect removed a lock to the front door of a business.  The loss was cash and archery bows.

On 06/13/12 at 6:17pm, the victim was walking west on Bush St towards Presidio Ave.  She felt someone forcefully pulling on her purse that she was holding in her hand.  She lost her grip on the purse and saw the suspect fleeing east on Bush with the purse.  The suspect met up with the second suspect who was standing at Bush and Lyon Sts and they fled together, south on Lyon to eastbound Sutter. The suspects were described as black females, 13-14 yrs of age, with the first suspect wearing a yellow t-shirt and white shorts.  The victim was uninjured. 

 

Richmond Station Resource List:

EMERGENCY	911		Police/ Fire/Ambulance
Non-Emergency	415 553-0123
Cell Phone 911	415 553-8090
Anonymous Tip Line	415 575-4444		Citywide
Anonymous Tip Line ( Richmond )	415 668-7387		Richmond Station Tip Line
Customer Service Center	311
Richmond Police Station	415 666-8000		Email:sfpd.richmond.station@sfgov.org
Captain Sharon Ferrigno	415 666-8030		Email: sharon.ferrigno@sfgov.org
Community Liaison	Officer Lorie Brophy 415-666-8000		Email:  lorie.brophy@sfgov.org
Permits/Special Events	Officer Tobius Moore		415-666-8000
Deputy City Attorney	415 554-3880		Email: frank.brass@sfgov.org
Department of Parking & Traffic	415 553-1943		DPT
Department of Public Works	415 695-2020		DPW Dispatch
Graffiti Abatement	415 278-9454/415 278-9456 fax
Graffiti Abatement Coordinator	Sergeant Stephanie Long		Email:sfpd.richmond.station@sfgov.org
Homeless Issues	Officer Gary Mendribil Officer Robert Ramos
SFPD Website	sf-police.org		For Crime Stats, Internet reports, etc
SF SAFE	415 673-SAFE (415 673-7233)		Email: info@sfsafe.org
Child Passenger Safety Seats	Officer Young Chi		415 666-8000
FOOT PATROLS		Geary Boulevard		Clement Street
Officer Phil Busalacchi 666-8000		Richmond Beat 43
Officer Eddie Wu 666-8000				Richmond Beat 43C
Officer Stanley Lee 666-8000

 

WHAT:    FREE READINESS TRAINING WITH NERT

WHEN:    Sunday, July 8, 2012

TIME:      10am, 1pm or 3:30pm

WHERE:  SFFD Division of Training, 2310 Folsom @ 19^th Street

Join the SFNERT and the SFFD to learn how to prepare for any emergency.

Workshops will cover, risk awareness, disaster supplies, personal disaster training, utilities overview

NERT overview, and SF SAFE: Organizing your block.

RSVP to 415-970-2024 or email sffdnert@sfgov.org with “Get Really Ready” in the subject line.

 Do you want to learn a valuable trade?

The Carpenters Training Committee for Northern California is accepting 
applications for a FREE nine week Carpenters Pre-Apprentice Program in 
Pleasanton . 
This program is an intense full time training course. Upon successful 
completion, graduates become eligible to enter into a Carpenters 
Apprenticeship Program. 
This training is being offered to serious applicants only. 
Applications are available online and can be mailed in. 
www.ctcnc.org OR Apply in person at CTCNC Pleasanton Training Center 
2350 Santa Rita Road, Pleasanton CA 94566 
Contact: Local 22 Representative Manuel Flores at (415) 355-1322

Join the San Francisco Community Police Academy 

  

The Community Police Academy is a 15-week program that meets once a week and is designed to inform and teach interested participants various aspects of municipal policing, including patrol and investigations procedures, vehicle operations, arrest and control techniques, firearm procedures and emergency communications.

The Academy’s goals are to develop community awareness through education and to develop a closer understanding and working relationship between the San Francisco Police Department and its communities. Members of the community are encouraged to join and learn about the San Francisco Police Department. Participants can ask questions and offer comments within each class. The next class is scheduled to start later in the year. We now also have a Youth Community Police Academy , geared towards high school students and will last 10 weeks. 

The Community Police Academy participants are selected by the program coordinator after an application process. Enrollment is limited to twenty-five students per class.

For more information, including application process, please contact Ms. Lula Magallon at (415) 401-4720.

Become a Community Court panelist and give back to your community.

Community Court is a restorative justice program that addresses misdemeanor crimes which occur in your neighborhood. As a panelist, you have a unique opportunity to hear offenses that impact your quality of life, determine its consequences, and figure out how best to resolve it using meaningful sanctions. Use your neighborhood wisdom to solve neighborhood problems.  Make your neighborhood better - get involved today!

For more information, please contact the District Attorney's Office, Jackson Gee, 575-6328 or jackson.gee@sfgov.org. " 

Events Calendar

 

Socrates Café (Philosophical Discussion Group)

When: First Sunday of the month

Where: Café Muse - 785 8th Ave (@ Fulton )

Details: Take a break from politics and join a thoughtful, relaxed discussion of the ideas and values that underlie our efforts to be good people, neighbors, and citizens.  More information, please contact Linda Greenberg 415-668-5239.

 

Seniors Moving to Better Health

When: Mondays: 10-11:00 am & Wednesdays: 9:30-10:30am Drop-ins welcome

Where: St James Community Learning Center

4620 California Street @ 8th Avenue

Details: Join “Always Active” FREE exercise program for seniors.  Fall Prevention, Strength and flexibility training.  Free Wellness Plan.  For more information call 415 752-0139.

Land's End: Sutro Highs And Lows

When: Every Saturday at 2pm

Where: Meet at the lion statue at park entrance, 48th Ave. & Pt. Lobos Ave.

Public transportation: MUNI line 38.

Details: Recapture the flavor of Mayor Sutro's gift to the public, the park and baths of the late 1800s. Dramatic, wind-swept vistas in sunshine or fog. Somewhat strenuous. http://sfcityguides.org/desc.html?tour=47

Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Farmer’s Market

When: every Wednesday, year round 10am – 2pm

Where:  Geary at St. Joseph 's Street, San Francisco

Details: The Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Certified Farmers' Market is your best source for fresh-from-the-farm, seasonal fruits, vegetables, greens and nuts. Make a visit to the market a part of your weekly routine!  The farmers at the Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Farmers' Market bring you the freshest locally-grown fruits and vegetables. For more information, please visit: http://www.pcfma.com/marketdetail.php?market_id=10.

Harvest Food Pantry

When: every Saturday, 7:15 - 9:30 a.m.

Where: St. John's Presbyterian Church, @ Arguello & Lake

Details: Networking with the San Francisco Food Bank, we distribute supplemental groceries to 150 needy families & individuals at the church. Since Oct. 2000, we’ve distributed over 250,000 pounds of food. Would you like to volunteer? We are always seeking help from willing individuals including children, seniors and students. Many students use our program to fulfill their learning service requirement. If you would like to join us, please contact Dale Walker at DaleWalker@aol.com for more information or simply show up!

 

Multi Cultural Children’s Art Workshops MCAP (Multi Cultural Children’s Arts Program)

When:  Saturday mornings, 10-12pm

Where:  Richmond District Neighborhood Center , 741 30th Avenue , (between Balboa and Cabrillo)

Cost:  Refundable fee, $5/class/child

Details:  Spring Arts Workshops are for children ages 6-12.  There is a different workshop each Saturday.  You can sign up two workshops per child.  Please call Jane at 751-6600 for class availabilities and information or visit www.rdnc.org.

 

Golden Gate Park Preservation Alliance .    

Committed to the preservation and enhancement of Golden Gate Park . 

For more information, please visit: http://www.goldengateparkpreservation.org/

 

Community Resources

 

Richmond Station Newsletter - Friday, 06/08/2012

 Captain’s Message

Today will be my last day as Captain of Richmond Station.  This month, the SFPD will see the retirement of a large number of Captains. As a result, there will be lots of transfers and movement of personnel.  When I learned of the upcoming openings at the night captain position, I requested to be considered for the job.  The hours work well with my family situation, and will allow me the opportunity to spend more quality time with my wife and 5 young children.  I am excited about this new chapter in my career. 

It has been my great honor to serve as the Captain of Richmond Station for the past 6 months.  The Officers at Richmond Station are some of the finest and most professional officers that I have ever worked with.  I have really enjoyed working with all of the residents, merchants, and various community groups to identify and solve problems in the district. 

Captain Sharon Ferrigno will be taking over as the Captain of Richmond Station.  Captain Ferrigno is a 28-year veteran of the San Francisco Police Department and comes with a wealth of operational, investigative, and administrative experience.  Captain Ferrigno will definitely be an asset to the Richmond Police District. 

Our next Community meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 19, 2012 at 7pm.  It will be in the Community Room, here at Richmond Station, 461 6^th Ave.

Richmond Station distributes an email newsletter every Friday.  Our newsletter, which is sent to several hundred email addresses, contains information about recent crimes, arrests and upcoming events in the District.   To be added to this list, please email us atSFPD.RICHMOND.STATION@SFGOV.ORG. 

Captain Eric Vintero

Eric.vintero@sfgov.org

 

Noteworthy Arrests

On 06/02/12 at 10:10pm, plainclothes officers were in the area of the 2900 block of Pine St when they observed the suspect riding his bike on the sidewalk, while holding onto another bike.  Officers detained the male who was on probation and conducted a search.  They found the male to be in possession of methamphetamine and ecstasy.  The 35yr old male was charged with narcotic and probation violations.

On 06/03/12 at 7:20pm, a caller was reporting that he had seen a male exit a vehicle with bolt cutters, place the bolt cutters up his sleeve and walk south on 17^th Ave from California St and into a construction site. Numerous officers arrived and canvassed the area.  One of the officers could see the suspect in a backyard on 17^th Ave and ordered him to stop.  The male took of running through the backyards and was then seen on the roof of a building on the 5400 block of California St .  The male then walked out of that apartment building and tried to get to his vehicle to flee the scene.  He was detained by the officers as was the female occupant of the suspect’s vehicle.  The two were charged with burglary, possession of burglar tools and stolen property. The female was also in possession of narcotics. 

  

On 06/06/12 at 7:10pm the victim arrived home on the 100 block 22^nd Ave.  After parking his car in the garage, he entered the apartment complex through the front door.  He then saw the suspect standing in the hallway holding onto the victim’s bike. When the victim asked what was he doing there the suspect replied he was visiting a friend named “Joe.”  The victim told him that no one named Joe lived in the building and that he was calling the police.  The suspect dropped the bike and fled south on 22^nd Ave.  At 7:40pm officers located the suspect on the 100 block of 23^rd Ave and at this time he was riding a bike.  Through their investigation it was determined that the bike he was currently on had been taken from a garage on the 300 block of 26^th Ave earlier in the evening. (see noteworthy incidents). The suspect, a 34 year old male was charged with burglary, possession of stolen property and a probation violation. 

 

Noteworthy Incidents

Between 06/01/12, 10:30am and 06/02/12, 1pm on the 300 block of 24^th Ave, a suspect gained entry into an apartment building garage by unknown means.  The suspect cut the convertible top on a vehicle parked inside however there was no loss from the vehicle.

Between 06/01/12, 2pm and 06/02/12, 12pm on the 300 block of 26^th Ave, a suspect gained entry into a garage and took a bike that had been locked to a pipe.  The suspect had left another bike behind.  There were no signs of forced entry.

Between 06/01/12, 5pm and 06/02/12, 5pm on the 1400 block of Lake St a suspect took a bike from an apartment building garage.  It is unknown who the suspect gained entry.

Between 06/02/12, 8:30pm and 06/03/12, 8am on the unit block of Lupine, a suspect gained entry into a multi-unit garage and broke into two vehicles parked inside.  The suspect took change, a stethoscope and a GPS.

Between 06/02/12, 3:45pm and 06/04/12, 8am on the 3000 block of Pacific, a suspect entered a home under construction and took numerous tools from inside.  The suspect had used a ladder to get to an open window on an upper level.

On 06/04/12, between 12am and 8am on the 500 block of 6^th Ave , a suspect gained access to an apartment building garage and broke into a vehicle parked inside.  Although the vehicle was ransacked, there was no loss.

On 06/04/12, between 2:40pm and 9:15pm on the 700 block of 9^th Ave , a suspect gained entry into an apartment through a window.  The suspect took a laptop and jewelry. 

Between 06/04/12, 4pm and 06/05/12, 6am on the 4900 block of Fulton St, a suspect gained entry into a multi-unit garage and broke the windows of three vehicles and took two GPS units.

On 06/04/12 between 6:30pm and 9:30pm on the 200 block of 6^th Ave , a suspect gained entry into an unsecured garage and broke into a vehicle parked inside.  There was no loss from the vehicle, but the suspect took a bike. 

Between 06/04/12, 7:30pm and 06/05/12, 6am on the 800 block of 25^th Ave, a suspect gained entry into a garage and broke into two vehicles parked inside.  The suspect took a cell phone and camera. There were no signs of forced entry.

Between 06/04/12, 9:45pm and 06/05/12, 4pm on the 600 block of 5^th Ave, a suspect gained access into a garage and broke the window of a car parked inside.  There was no loss from the vehicle and no signs of forced entry into the garage. 

On 06/06/12 between 8:20pm and 7:40pm on the 200 block of 26^th Ave , a suspect gained entry into an apartment building by prying open the front door.  The suspect then went into the garage and broke the windows on three vehicles parked inside. The suspect took cash and a flashlight.

On 06/06/12 at 6pm, a resident of an apartment on the 300 block of 26^th Ave drove up to the front of her home and observed a black male walking away from her building.  She thought this suspicious and continued to the corner and made a u-turn and came back.  She no longer saw the male and thought that was odd as he wouldn’t have had time to make either corner.  She parked her vehicle and went inside.  A short time later she entered her garage and heard someone in the front entry way. The door to the garage then opened and she saw a white male with curly light brown or blonde hair wearing glasses, standing there.  When he saw her he said “Hi” and walked out the front door.  She then saw that the bikes belonging to the other tenants were missing from the garage.  One of the bikes was located later on when the suspect was arrested on 23^rd Ave. 

Richmond Station Resource List:

EMERGENCY	911		Police/ Fire/Ambulance
Non-Emergency	415 553-0123
Cell Phone 911	415 553-8090
Anonymous Tip Line	415 575-4444		Citywide
Anonymous Tip Line ( Richmond )	415 668-7387		Richmond Station Tip Line
Customer Service Center	311
Richmond Police Station	415 666-8000		Email:sfpd.richmond.station@sfgov.org
Captain Eric Vintero	415 666-8030		Email: eric.vintero@sfgov.org
Community Liaison	Officer Lorie Brophy 415-666-8000		Email:  lorie.brophy@sfgov.org
Permits/Special Events	Officer Tobius Moore		415-666-8000
Deputy City Attorney	415 554-3880		Email: frank.brass@sfgov.org
Department of Parking & Traffic	415 553-1943		DPT
Department of Public Works	415 695-2020		DPW Dispatch
Graffiti Abatement	415 278-9454/415 278-9456 fax
Graffiti Abatement Coordinator	Sergeant Stephanie Long		Email:sfpd.richmond.station@sfgov.org
Homeless Issues	Officer Gary Mendribil Officer Robert Ramos
SFPD Website	www.sfgov.org/police		For Crime Stats, Internet reports, etc
SF SAFE	415 673-SAFE (415 673-7233)		Email: info@sfsafe.org
Child Passenger Safety Seats	Officer Young Chi		415 666-8000
FOOT PATROLS		Geary Boulevard		Clement Street
Officer Phil Busalacchi 666-8000		Richmond Beat 43
Officer Eddie Wu 666-8000				Richmond Beat 43C
Officer Stanley Lee 666-8000

 

WHAT:    FREE READINESS TRAINING WITH NERT

WHEN:    Sunday, July 8, 2012

TIME:      10am, 1pm or 3:30pm

WHERE:  SFFD Division of Training, 2310 Folsom @ 19^th Street

Join the SFNERT and the SFFD to learn how to prepare for any emergency.

Workshops will cover, risk awareness, disaster supplies, personal disaster training, utilities overview

NERT overview, and SF SAFE: Organizing your block.

RSVP to 415-970-2024 or email sffdnert@sfgov.org with “Get Really Ready” in the subject line.

 Do you want to learn a valuable trade?

The Carpenters Training Committee for Northern California is accepting 
applications for a FREE nine week Carpenters Pre-Apprentice Program in 
Pleasanton . 
This program is an intense full time training course. Upon successful 
completion, graduates become eligible to enter into a Carpenters 
Apprenticeship Program. 
This training is being offered to serious applicants only. 
Applications are available online and can be mailed in. 
www.ctcnc.org OR Apply in person at CTCNC Pleasanton Training Center 
2350 Santa Rita Road, Pleasanton CA 94566 
Contact: Local 22 Representative Manuel Flores at (415) 355-1322

Join the San Francisco Community Police Academy 

The Community Police Academy is a 15-week program that meets once a week and is designed to inform and teach interested participants various aspects of municipal policing, including patrol and investigations procedures, vehicle operations, arrest and control techniques, firearm procedures and emergency communications.

The Academy’s goals are to develop community awareness through education and to develop a closer understanding and working relationship between the San Francisco Police Department and its communities. Members of the community are encouraged to join and learn about the San Francisco Police Department. Participants can ask questions and offer comments within each class. The next class is scheduled to start later in the year. We now also have a Youth Community Police Academy , geared towards high school students and will last 10 weeks. 

The Community Police Academy participants are selected by the program coordinator after an application process. Enrollment is limited to twenty-five students per class.

For more information, including application process, please contact Ms. Lula Magallon at (415) 401-4720.

 

Become a Community Court panelist and give back to your community.

Community Court is a restorative justice program that addresses misdemeanor crimes which occur in your neighborhood. As a panelist, you have a unique opportunity to hear offenses that impact your quality of life, determine its consequences, and figure out how best to resolve it using meaningful sanctions. Use your neighborhood wisdom to solve neighborhood problems.  Make your neighborhood better - get involved today!

For more information, please contact the District Attorney's Office, Jackson Gee, 575-6328 or jackson.gee@sfgov.org. " 

Events Calendar

 

Socrates Café (Philosophical Discussion Group)

When: First Sunday of the month

Where: Café Muse - 785 8th Ave (@ Fulton )

Details: Take a break from politics and join a thoughtful, relaxed discussion of the ideas and values that underlie our efforts to be good people, neighbors, and citizens.  More information, please contact Linda Greenberg 415-668-5239.

 

Seniors Moving to Better Health

When: Mondays: 10-11:00 am & Wednesdays: 9:30-10:30am Drop-ins welcome

Where: St James Community Learning Center

4620 California Street @ 8th Avenue

Details: Join “Always Active” FREE exercise program for seniors.  Fall Prevention, Strength and flexibility training.  Free Wellness Plan. For more information call 415 752-0139.

Land's End: Sutro Highs And Lows

When: Every Saturday at 2pm

Where: Meet at the lion statue at park entrance, 48th Ave. & Pt. Lobos Ave.

Public transportation: MUNI line 38.

Details: Recapture the flavor of Mayor Sutro's gift to the public, the park and baths of the late 1800s. Dramatic, wind-swept vistas in sunshine or fog. Somewhat strenuous. http://sfcityguides.org/desc.html?tour=47

Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Farmer’s Market

When: every Wednesday, year round 10am – 2pm

Where:  Geary at St. Joseph 's Street, San Francisco

Details: The Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Certified Farmers' Market is your best source for fresh-from-the-farm, seasonal fruits, vegetables, greens and nuts. Make a visit to the market a part of your weekly routine!  The farmers at the Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Farmers' Market bring you the freshest locally-grown fruits and vegetables. For more information, please visit: http://www.pcfma.com/marketdetail.php?market_id=10.

 

Harvest Food Pantry

When: every Saturday, 7:15 - 9:30 a.m.

 

 

Richmond Station Newsletter - April 13, 2012

Captain’s Message 

Sunday Streets

The second of 10 Sunday Streets events will be held this Sunday in Golden Gate Park and along Great Highway . This event covers a route between JFK Drive at Transverse Drive and Great Highway at Sloat Boulevard . The route (see attached map) will be available for recreational activities from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event is free to all participants.

The headquarters for the event will be located at Lincoln Way and Great Highway , where participants can get details about activities along the event route as well as free bike rentals.

For further event details, please visit www.sundaystreetssf.com.

The following street closures will be required from 10:45 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.:

·             Lincoln Way (westbound only) between MLK Drive and Upper Great Highway

·             Lincoln Way (eastbound only) between Upper Great Highway and Lower Great Highway

·             Great Highway between Lincoln Way and the south exit Ocean Beach parking lot (only local access will be allowed)

·             Great Highway between Fulton Street and the south exit Ocean Beach parking lot

·             Upper Great Highway (both directions)

 ·             Golf course access only at Fulton and 47th Avenue·

.             Transverse, Middle and Martin Luther King, Jr. drives between J. F. Kennedy Drive and         Lincoln Way

·             No through traffic at Fulton Street and 36th and 30th avenues and Transverse Drive

Personnel from the San Francisco Police Department and the SFMTA will be present to control traffic.

The following Muni lines and routes will be affected:

·                          N Judah

·                          L Taraval

·                          5 Fulton

·                          18 46th Avenue

·                          21 Hayes

·                          23 Monterey

·                          28 19th Avenue

·                          29 Sunset

·                          33 Stanyan

·                          44 O’Shaughnessy

·                          71 Haight-Noriega

While traffic in the area may cause delays, the following Muni routes and lines will provide convenient access to Sunday Streets fun:

·                         N Judah

·                         L Taraval

·                         18 46th Avenue

·                         23 Monterey

·                         71 Haight-Noriega

 

Our next Community meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 17, 2012 at 7pm.  It will be in the Community Room, here at Richmond Station.

Richmond Station distributes an email newsletter every Friday.  Our newsletter, which is sent to several hundred email addresses, contains information about recent crimes, arrests and upcoming events in the District.   To be added to this list, please email us at SFPD.RICHMOND.STATION@SFGOV.ORG. 

Captain Eric Vintero

Eric.vintero@sfgov.org

Noteworthy Arrests 

On 04/08/12 at 12:50pm, officers were called to a theft that had just occurred on the 3200 block of Geary.  The suspect had been waiting in front of the business, waiting for it to open.   When it finally did, she came in and inquired about purchasing a cell phone.  The employee put the phone on the counter and then went to check on another customer.  He returned to the counter and the phone and suspect were gone.  Officers searching the area located the suspect at Geary and Collins, in possession of the phone.  The 44 year old female, who has numerous prior convictions for theft, was charged with burglary.

On 04/10/12 at 12:20am, officers responded to a report of a burglary that had just occurred on the unit block of Lake St and that the night janitor was chasing the suspect.  The janitor, on the phone with 911 was providing a description and direction of the suspect which was being broadcasted to the officers.  The suspect was located on the 3700 block of California St after running through the hospital and detained by the officers.  The witness reported that he was cleaning one area of the building when he heard the sound of doors closing. He then heard footsteps on the other side of the door in the room he was cleaning and the doors suddenly opened.  The janitor said the suspect looked surprised and ran out of the building.  It appears that the suspect came in through an unlocked window but was unable to take anything due to being surprised by the janitor.  The 46 year old male, who is on probation, was charged with burglary, possession of burglar tools and narcotic violations.

On 04/10/12 two robberies occurred in the Richmond District within a half an hour of each other.  The first occurred on the 600 block of Clement St at 5:45pm.  The suspects, 3 females, entered a business and forcibly grabbed a cell phone from a 12 year old girl.  The second robbery occurred at 23^rd Ave and Cabrillo at 5:10pm.  The victim was walking home when she was confronted by the same suspects.  One grabbed the front of the victim’s shirt and pulled down the collar to see if she was wearing a necklace. The other suspect held onto her while checking her pockets. They found her iPhone in her coat and removed it.  As the suspect’s loosened their grasps, the victim ran away.  A short time later, the suspects committed another robbery in the Taraval District and a vehicle was seen in that incident.  That information was broadcasted and at 9pm, the vehicle was spotted at Fillmore and Haight St.  The three female suspects, a 16yr old, 17yr old and 23yr old were charged with numerous counts of robbery.

Noteworthy Incidents

On 04/06/12, between 8:15am and 1pm on the 300 block of 4^th Ave , a suspect gained entry into a residence by prying open an alley way door.  The suspect then made his way back to a residence in the rear and pried open that door as well.  The suspect took two laptop computers.

On 04/06/12 at 3:50pm on the 2900 block of Clay St , a resident of the building arrived home and observed the suspect exiting his garage riding his bike.  The victim gave chase but lost the suspect near Sacramento and Divisadero St.  He returned to his home and upon checking his garage saw that his wife’s bike was also missing.  Another tenant in the building had apparently seen the same suspect at 3pm inside the entrance to the building.  That tenant also observed that the front door was damaged and asked the suspect why she was in the building.  The suspect said she was visiting a friend.  The suspect was described as a white female, 25-30 years of age with blonde hair.  She was wearing glasses, a red cap and blue jeans. 

Between 04/07/12, 6pm and 04/08/12, 1pm on the 200 block of 3^rd Ave , a suspect gained entry into a garage and broke into a car parked inside.  The suspect took a roll of quarters.   There were no signs of forced entry into the garage.

On 04/09/12 at 4pm, the victim was walking in the area of Maple and Jackson when she felt a sharp pain in her left arm. She looked up and saw a very old gray sedan occupied by 4 white male juveniles.  The passenger yelled out to her “Take this one b***h” and they drove off. The victim looked on the ground and saw an orange paint ball pellet which was still intact.   The victim refused medical care.

On 04/10/12 at 7:00am, on the 700 block of 8^th Ave , the victim was sitting at his desk which faces his backyard. He looked up and saw the suspect hopping fences southbound and he ended up in the caller’s backyard.  The suspect saw the caller looking out the window and told him he was lost.  The suspect continued south and out of the caller’s sight.  A short time later, a neighbor to the north of the original caller reported that his car, which was parked in his garage, had been broken into.  The suspect had gotten into the garage through the backyard.  The suspect was described as a white male, 25-35 years with scraggly shoulder length black hair and was wearing a black leather jacket.

On 04/11/12 at 9am on the unit block of Jordan Ave , the victim was home in his den when he saw the suspect in his hallway.  The victim asked the suspect what was he doing and the suspect replied “Wrong roof.”  It was determined that the suspect gained access to the roof by climbing the rear stairwell of a neighboring building.  He opened an access panel on the victim’s roof which allowed him to drop down into a closet of the victim’s home.  The suspect was described as a Hispanic male, 35-45 years of age.  There was no loss.

Richmond Station Resource List:

EMERGENCY	911		Police/ Fire/Ambulance
Non-Emergency	415 553-0123
Cell Phone 911	415 553-8090
Anonymous Tip Line	415 575-4444		Citywide
Anonymous Tip Line ( Richmond )	415 668-7387		Richmond Station Tip Line
Customer Service Center	311
Richmond Police Station	415 666-8000		Email:sfpd.richmond.station@sfgov.org
Captain Eric Vintero	415 666-8030		Email: eric.vintero@sfgov.org
Community Liaison	Officer Lorie Brophy 415-666-8000		Email:  lorie.brophy@sfgov.org
Permits/Special Events	Officer Tobius Moore		415-666-8000
Deputy City Attorney	415 554-3880		Email: frank.brass@sfgov.org
Department of Parking & Traffic	415 553-1943		DPT
Department of Public Works	415 695-2020		DPW Dispatch
Graffiti Abatement	415 278-9454/415 278-9456 fax
Graffiti Abatement Coordinator	Sergeant Stephanie Long		Email:sfpd.richmond.station@sfgov.org
Homeless Issues	Officer Gary Mendribil Officer Robert Ramos
SFPD Website	www.sfgov.org/police		For Crime Stats, Internet reports, etc
SF SAFE	415 673-SAFE (415 673-7233)		Email: info@sfsafe.org
Child Passenger Safety Seats	Officer Young Chi		415 666-8000
FOOT PATROLS		Geary Boulevard		Clement Street
Officer Phil Busalacchi 666-8000		Richmond Beat 43
Officer Eddie Wu 666-8000				Richmond Beat 43C
Officer Stanley Lee 666-8000

The Richmond Police District has been working with community members to problem solve in the district. There was research conducted several years ago for building a model of policing which seeks to partner with and engage the community. A key recommendation in developing community partnerships was through the creation of advisory groups for each station. 

The Richmond Police Station has teamed up with one of our long-standing non-profit partners dedicated to community safety, San Francisco SAFE, Inc., to create and facilitate the Richmond Station Community Advisory Board. Group members have been selected to represent each neighborhood through the diversity and variety of perspectives in the Richmond. We see this group as a think-tank, bringing together a variety of unique perspectives to provide input and feedback to develop policy at the Richmond Station. Together we can create a rich and open dialogue that will lead us to new and innovative ideas.

We hope you will consider serving on this group because we feel that you will bring a vital voice to the discussion.  The next meeting date will be April 16^th from 6:45 pm – 8:15 pm at the Richmond Police Station Community Room. Please let us know if you can attend and are interested in participating. 

We hope you will accept our invitation and join the Richmond Station’s Community Advisory Board. Please let me know if you have any questions at all.

Thank you,

 

Captain Eric Vintero                                     Morgan St. Clair

Richmond Station                                         Public Safety Coordinator

                                                        

 

Richmond Station Newsletter - April 4, 2012

Captain’s Message 

Auto Burglaries:

The Richmond District continues to experience a steady number of auto-burglaries.  Many of the auto-burglaries are occurring in areas where tourists visit, such as inside Golden Gate Park , and the area around the Cliff House and Ocean Beach .  The vast majority of the vehicles are rental cars.  In most of the break-ins, valuables were displayed in plain-view.  Items such as backpacks, purses, and laptops are commonly stolen.  I have attached a link to a very good YouTube video which shows an auto-burglary suspect casing cars and eventually breaking the window to steal property.  If you witness any suspicious individuals casing vehicles or homes, please do not hesitate to call 911.  The You Tube Video was produced by the Cerritos Sheriff Department and is titled, “Gone in 3 Seconds.”  I think the video does a great job demonstrating how suspects “case” vehicles prior to committing an auto-burglary. 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4oaLi_LsJX0&feature=youtube_gdata_player

Richmond Station distributes an email newsletter every Friday.  Our newsletter, which is sent to several hundred email addresses, contains information about recent crimes, arrests and upcoming events in the District.   To be added to this list, please email us atSFPD.RICHMOND.STATION@SFGOV.ORG.  

Captain Eric Vintero

Eric.vintero@sfgov.org

Noteworthy Arrests 

On 03/30/12 at 8:34am, officers were called to the 5200 block of Geary on a report of a male that had threatened employees at a business and was throwing garbage at them.  When officers arrived they were told that the suspect had just boarded a MUNI bus.  Officer located the male and detained him.  The victims told the officers that they saw the suspect lying down wrapped in a blanket in the outside seating area of the shop.  When they asked him to move he refused and said “make me” and swore at them.  When told they would be calling the police, the suspect told them that he would come back and do them and the store harm.  At one point the suspect lunged at the employees, who then retreated back and the suspect left.  The 50 year old male was charged with threats.

On 03/30/12 at 11:11pm, officers were in the area of Geary and 5^th Ave , when they observed the suspect riding a bike on the sidewalk.  The officers told the suspect to stop the bike and get off so they could speak to him.  The suspect complied but then hid behind a pillar in front of a building.  The officers thought the may being trying to destroy or hide contraband and they ran after him.  When they came around the pillar there was now a hypodermic needle and a metal smoking pipe lying on the ground.  They told the suspect he was being detained and he suddenly placed his hand inside his right pocket and turned his back to the officers.  The officers grabbed his arm to prevent him from grabbing for a weapon and he began to violently resist the officers.  The officers were finally able to detain the male and discovered that he had a baggie of narcotics in his pocket.  The 50 year old male was charged with resisting arrest and possession of narcotics.

On 03/31/12 at 5:53pm, plainclothes officers were on Martin Luther King Dr near the south windmill.  They observed the suspect walking on Martin Luther King Dr carrying a brown paper bag and a motorcycle helmet.  As the officers passed the suspect he yelled a derogatory comment at them and raised his arms as if to challenge them to fight.  The officers stopped their vehicle and displaying their stars around their necks approached the suspect.  They verbally identified themselves as police officers as they approached the suspect.  As they got closer the suspect placed the bag on the ground and rummaged through it.   He stood up with an object in his hand and placed the motorcycle helmet on his head.  As the officers got closer they saw the object was a large knife.  They officers ordered the male to drop the knife several times as he kept approaching the officers.  Finally he dropped the knife and lay down on the ground.  As the officers tried to handcuff him, he kept his arms under his body to prevent them from doing so.  They were finally successful and were able to place the handcuffs on him.  The 46 year old male was charged with aggravated assault with a knife, exhibiting a deadly weapon and resisting arrest. 

Noteworthy Incidents

Between 03/30/12, 8:30pm and 03/31/12 3pm on the 400 block of Locust, a suspect gained entry into a multi-unit garage and broke into a vehicle. The suspect took a GPS and radar detector.

Between 04/01/12, 12:00am and 04/02/12, 9:30am on the 100 block of Wood St, a suspect gained entry into a garage and gained access to a vehicle.  The suspect took an Ipod and emergency car kit.

On 04/04/12 at 6:00pm, the victim was getting ready to enter her parked vehicle on the 300 block of 20^th Ave.  The suspect riding a bicycle, came up from behind her and grabbed her purse from her shoulder and fled west on Geary Bl.  The victim tried to give chase in her vehicle but lost him in the area of 25^th and Geary.  The suspect was described as a white male, 19-25 years of age wearing a black hooded sweatshirt and dark jeans. 

On 04/04/12 at 9:15pm, the victim was walking on Laurel St at California St .  He was looking down at his phone when he heard someone say, “Give me everything you got.”  When the victim looked up there were 3 suspects standing in front of him all armed with handguns.  The victim threw his phone towards the suspects and began to reach for his wallet.  He looked over his shoulder and saw the fourth suspect behind him, who then struck the victim in his head with the butt of a gun.  The suspects then ran off to an awaiting vehicle which was described as an older model silver sedan.  The suspects were described as 2 Asian males, 18-20 years of age wearing dark clothing.  One was 5’8”, 200lbs, while the other was 5’8” with a skinny build.  The third suspect was Hispanic or possibly white also wearing dark clothing. 

Do you know a high school student interested in learning about a career in law enforcement?

"PAL Cadets has made me more responsible and think about my future.  I now think much more about my actions and decisions." ---PAL Cadet

"I am now more motivated to get my college degree" -- PAL Cadet 
"The program has clarified options has given my son a clear road map of how to take the skills he is developing so he can apply them to any career he wishes to pursue"  --- Parent of a PAL Cadet

Applications are available for the 2012 PAL Law Enforcement Cadet Academy and Internship Program. The PAL Cadet program includes an intensive 4-week Summer Cadet Academy (June-July) followed by an SFPD station internship and community service (August through May.) Participants may stay in the program for as many years as they are eligible*

• Recommending the program to students you believe may be interested and encourage them to check out the following:
  •  SF Chronicle article on the PAL Cadet program 
  • PAL Summer Cadet Academy video on YouTube

The deadline for applications is Friday, April13, 2011 at 5:pm.  Applications and additional flyers (English and Spanish) are available for download at www.sfpal.org/cadets.  For questions
contact Lorraine@sfpal.org or 415-401-4669.

*Eligibility: must be between ages 14-20,  be enrolled in high school or college, have and maintain a 2.0 GPA, reside or attend school in San Francisco and pass a criminal history
background check.
 

 Do you want to learn a valuable trade?

The Carpenters Training Committee for Northern California is accepting 
applications for a FREE nine week Carpenters Pre-Apprentice Program in 
Pleasanton . 
This program is an intense full time training course. Upon successful 
completion, graduates become eligible to enter into a Carpenters 
Apprenticeship Program. 
This training is being offered to serious applicants only. 
Applications are available online and can be mailed in. 
www.ctcnc.org OR Apply in person at CTCNC Pleasanton Training Center 
2350 Santa Rita Road, Pleasanton CA 94566 
Contact: Local 22 Representative Manuel Flores at (415) 355-1322

 

Join the San Francisco Community Police Academy   

The Community Police Academy is a 15-week program that meets once a week and is designed to inform and teach interested participants various aspects of municipal policing, including patrol and investigations procedures, vehicle operations, arrest and control techniques, firearm procedures and emergency communications.

The Academy’s goals are to develop community awareness through education and to develop a closer understanding and working relationship between the San Francisco Police Department and its communities. Members of the community are encouraged to join and learn about the San Francisco Police Department. Participants can ask questions and offer comments within each class. The next class is scheduled to start later in the year. We now also have a Youth Community Police Academy , geared towards high school students and will last 10 weeks. 

The Community Police Academy participants are selected by the program coordinator after an application process. Enrollment is limited to twenty-five students per class.

For more information, including application process, please contact Ms. Lula Magallon at (415) 401-4720.

Become a Community Court panelist and give back to your community.

Community Court is a restorative justice program that addresses misdemeanor crimes which occur in your neighborhood. As a panelist, you have a unique opportunity to hear offenses that impact your quality of life, determine its consequences, and figure out how best to resolve it using meaningful sanctions. Use your neighborhood wisdom to solve neighborhood problems.  Make your neighborhood better - get involved today!

For more information, please contact the District Attorney's Office, Jackson Gee, 575-6328 or jackson.gee@sfgov.org. " 

 

Events Calendar

 Socrates Café (Philosophical Discussion Group)

When: First Sunday of the month

Where: Café Muse - 785 8th Ave (@ Fulton )

Details: Take a break from politics and join a thoughtful, relaxed discussion of the ideas and values that underlie our efforts to be good people, neighbors, and citizens.  More information, please contact Linda Greenberg 415-668-5239.

 

Seniors Moving to Better Health

When: Mondays: 10-11:00 am & Wednesdays: 9:30-10:30am Drop-ins welcome

Where: St James Community Learning Center

4620 California Street @ 8th Avenue

Details: Join “Always Active” FREE exercise program for seniors.  Fall Prevention, Strength and flexibility training.  Free Wellness Plan.  For more information call 415 752-0139.

Land's End: Sutro Highs And Lows

When: Every Saturday at 2pm

Where: Meet at the lion statue at park entrance, 48th Ave. & Pt. Lobos Ave.

Public transportation: MUNI line 38.

Details: Recapture the flavor of Mayor Sutro's gift to the public, the park and baths of the late 1800s. Dramatic, wind-swept vistas in sunshine or fog. Somewhat strenuous. http://sfcityguides.org/desc.html?tour=47

Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Farmer’s Market

When: every Wednesday, year round 10am – 2pm

Where:  Geary at St. Joseph 's Street, San Francisco

Details: The Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Certified Farmers' Market is your best source for fresh-from-the-farm, seasonal fruits, vegetables, greens and nuts. Make a visit to the market a part of your weekly routine!  The farmers at the Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Farmers' Market bring you the freshest locally-grown fruits and vegetables. For more information, please visit: http://www.pcfma.com/marketdetail.php?market_id=10.

Harvest Food Pantry

When: every Saturday, 7:15 - 9:30 a.m.

Where: St. John's Presbyterian Church, @ Arguello & Lake

Details: Networking with the San Francisco Food Bank, we distribute supplemental groceries to 150 needy families & individuals at the church. Since Oct. 2000, we’ve distributed over 250,000 pounds of food. Would you like to volunteer? We are always seeking help from willing individuals including children, seniors and students. Many students use our program to fulfill their learning service requirement. If you would like to join us, please contact Dale Walker at DaleWalker@aol.com for more information or simply show up!

Multi Cultural Children’s Art Workshops MCAP (Multi Cultural Children’s Arts Program)

When:  Saturday mornings, 10-12pm

Where:  Richmond District Neighborhood Center , 741 30th Avenue , (between Balboa and Cabrillo)

Cost:  Refundable fee, $5/class/child

Details:  Spring Arts Workshops are for children ages 6-12.  There is a different workshop each Saturday.  You can sign up two workshops per child.  Please call Jane at 751-6600 for class availabilities and information or visit www.rdnc.org.

Golden Gate Park Preservation Alliance .    

Committed to the preservation and enhancement of Golden Gate Park . 

For more information, please visit: http://www.goldengateparkpreservation.org/

Community Resources

Opportunities for Young Children

Saturday Learning Time Preschool

When: Saturday mornings at 9:00a.m to noon.

Where: 4620 California Street .

Details: Offering free preschool classes for children (2.5 to 5 years old) not currently enrolled in a preschool program. Classes are free but nine parent service hours are required per school year. Call 415-751-1199 for more information.

Multi Cultural Children’s Art Workshops

MCAP (Multi Cultural Children’s Arts Program)

When:  Saturday mornings, 10-12pm

Where:  Richmond District Neighborhood Center , 741 30th Avenue , (between Balboa and Cabrillo)

Cost:  Refundable fee, $5/class/child

Details:  Spring Arts Workshops are for children ages 6-12.  There is a different workshop each Saturday.  You can sign up two workshops per child.  Please call Jane for class availabilities and information at 751-6600, or visit website:  www.rdnc.org.

*The Multi Cultural Children’s Arts Program is a program of the Richmond District Neighborhood Center

Free – Kids Yoga In The Park

When:              Saturdays at 11:00 a.m.

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