1993

Sheriff’s Proposal to Ease Jail Overcrowding Blasted

Sheriff Michael Hennessey attempts to ease jail overcrowding by opening pre-rial detention homes in residential units throughout the city. Residents, Housing Advocated, and Property Owners denounce the use of housing for inmate holding.

1995

Property Owners in Tenderloin Sued

Tenants and Advocates take property owners to small claims court for allowing illegal activity at their businesses. This in an effort to make owners responsible for what happens around their businesses.