Mayor, supervisors and SFPD endorse 'Peace Parks' program; city reaffirms sanctuary‑city protections and posts immigrant hotline

City leaders and community partners on Jan. 23 celebrated the launch of Peace Parks programming in Potrero Hill and used the event to reaffirm San Francisco’s sanctuary‑city commitments.

Acting Mayor London Breed described the initiative as part of a broader strategy to reduce violence and provide youth alternatives, and said San Francisco "is and will continue to be a sanctuary city." She announced expanded funding for legal services and a rapid‑response hotline for immigrant communities facing enforcement concerns: (415) 200‑1548.

Supervisor Malia Cohen and Recreation and Park General Manager Phil Ginsberg praised partnerships across city agencies, nonprofits and neighborhood groups that will staff evening programming and mentorship. SFPD Chief Bill Scott told the audience the department will not assist with federal immigration enforcement and encouraged residents to contact officers when they need help: "We have no role in federal immigration enforcement. None whatsoever."

Community partners and program participants described activities already running in the Peace Parks pilot — from basketball and praise dance to mentoring and employment pathways — and credited after‑school and evening engagement with improved safety and prospects for young people.

The city described Peace Parks as funded through a mix of city and philanthropic dollars and highlighted existing Mayor’s youth employment and training initiatives and Hope SF partnerships that connect recreation, jobs and services.