CADC has been consistent about what the Sunset community asked for in this appointment: a trusted community leader with demonstrated efforts on No on K, support for the recall of a supervisor who failed to represent their district, and—ideally—someone who reflects the large Chinese American electorate in District 4. As we applauded the Mayor’s many efforts to strengthen San Francisco’s economic recovery and public safety, we also expressed our disappointment that our community leaders, Albert Chow, Selena Chu, Julia Quon and Josephine Zhao were passed over.

While we had kept an open mind about the Mayor’s appointment and invited the new appointee to work with us, we were shocked to learn that the reason she did not appear at our meeting as planned this evening was because she had resigned. With the vacancy now extended and ongoing instability in the seat, we had hoped—and continue to wish—that CADC’s recommended criteria, which were repeatedly presented, would finally be considered.

District 4 is facing urgent challenges. Sunset residents have continuously voiced concerns about major rezoning decisions that will have long-term impacts on our neighborhoods. Because of the prolonged vacancy and instability, the Sunset has effectively lost its chance to engage in discussion or propose meaningful amendments to the Family Zoning Plan—an opportunity every other district was afforded.

We hope the Mayor will take this moment to truly listen to the community. And we hope the Board of Supervisors will support trailing legislation from District 4 once the district finally has representation again—led by someone supported by the people and able to genuinely reflect and represent the community.