Supervisors hear updates on Plaza East repairs as residents press for resident-led planning

The Government Audit & Oversight Committee of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors on Thursday heard an update on emergency repairs, property management and resident engagement plans for Plaza East public housing in the Fillmore.

Chair Supervisor Dean Preston opened the hearing by thanking tenants and community leaders who raised concerns and noted recent emergency funds. "A $2,700,000 emergency grant was provided for life safety repairs," Preston said, and he stressed the need for ongoing oversight so residents can shape any future redevelopment.

Adi Nagraj of McCormack Baron Salazar, the development partner on the site, said the team has worked with residents and submitted financing requests to HUD and city loan committees. "We received loan committee approval for 2 and a half million for emergency repairs and just under $200,000 for social services," Nagraj said, describing steps taken to fund immediate work and social services on site.

Pauline Blackwell of McCormack Baron Salazar outlined repair progress: a March 2020 inspection informed work that began May 26; crews have phased work to limit disruption, prioritized vacant units for in‑place relocations, and completed items tied…