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David Sjostedt

San Francisco drug crisis commission doing nothing for lack of members

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A commission charged with holding San Francisco accountable for its response to the drug and mental health crises hasn’t been able to hold a proper meeting for more than seven months as the city’s elected leaders neglect to fill its seats. 

The new ‘main spot’ for drug dealing in SF: Outside the Main Library

A nightly crowd of over 100 drug users and dealers has formed outside San Francisco Public Library’s main branch. City Hall is in the background. 

The Standard Staff

Scenes from Seventh and Market, the center of San Francisco’s drug crisis

Photos capture the reality of San Francisco’s efforts to tackle drugs and illegal vending at the corner, Seventh and Market streets.

Matthew Kupfer

Drug crisis: Massive rehab center proposed for downtown San Francisco

If approved, the complex would serve up to 220 people who have completed the first stage of drug treatment.

Ronnie Cohen

San Francisco tries tough love by tying welfare to drug rehab

No one will be forced to undergo substance abuse treatment, nor will anyone be subject to drug testing, San Francisco officials insist.

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San Francisco drug crisis commission doing nothing for lack of members

The new ‘main spot’ for drug dealing in SF: Outside the Main Library

Scenes from Seventh and Market, the center of San Francisco’s drug crisis

Drug crisis: Massive rehab center proposed for downtown San Francisco

San Francisco tries tough love by tying welfare to drug rehab