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Calling for Applications for the Debra Stein Graduate Student Fellowships

Posted on February 22, 2012 by ULIsf

Calling all female graduate students!  ULI San Francisco is now accepting applications for the  Debra Stein “YIMBY” Graduate Student Fellowship.  The Debra Stein “YIMBY” Graduate Student Fellowship was created in honor of Debra Stein to support promising young women in their pursuit of responsible land use and urban development.  This fellowship is offered to female students in their final year of study in a land use-related field.  Applications are due by April 6. Apply Now

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YLG Recap: Beyond Redevelopment…

Posted on February 21, 2012 by ULI San Francisco

Beyond Redevelopment… Municipal Tools to Help Fund Urban Renewal & Growth YLG’s panel on development in the post-RDA world packed in a full house. 109 people came to hear Kim Havens of Wilson, Meany Sullivan, Michael Yarne of SF OEWD, Chris Lynch of Jones Hall and Parker Colvin of Stone & Youngberg tell about other redevelopment tools for life without Redevelopment Agencies. There are over 400 RDAs in the state of California, and recent legislation dissolved all of them as of February 1, 2012. Since 1945, these agencies have been … READ MORE

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Redevelopment and Beyond Recap

Posted on February 16, 2012 by ULI San Francisco

Anna Van Degna, of Stone and Youngberg, moderated a panel consisting of: • Parker Colvin, Stone and Youngberg • Kim Havens, Wilson Meany Sullivan • Chris Lynch, Jones Hall • Michael Yarne, City of San Francisco, Mayor’s Office of Economic Development and Workforce Development Most seats in the meeting room at the Ferry Building venue were filled. First, an overview described “Redevelopment: why we loved it”, including last year’s dissolution under AB26.  Powers lost by local agencies were outlined. The complicated dissolution process was described. Then each panel member, in turn, described the remaining … READ MORE

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My ULI Nite: Silicon Valley

Posted on February 14, 2012 by ULI San Francisco

On Wednesday, January 25, 2012, nearly 50 people gathered for the 3rd annual Silicon Valley My ULI Nite. Similar in format to the heavily attended My ULI Nite hosted each year in San Francisco, the event gave members and prospective members the chance to learn more about the many opportunities to get involved with the organization in the coming year. Hosted at the Silicon Valley Capital Club, the cocktail reception offered sweeping views of San Jose at twilight, followed by a welcome and introduction by the Co-Chairs of ULI Silicon … READ MORE

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ULI Members Receive Discounted ICSC Alliance Program Registration!

Posted on February 7, 2012 by ULIsf

As cities continue to struggle with vacancy rates in their shopping and retail areas, there is an increasing tide of non-traditional (non-sales tax generating) concepts anxious to fill those vacant spaces. When and where is it appropriate to allow those non-traditional uses in retail areas? Do cities preserve their retail areas and risk longer term vacancies or do they compromise and follow the current market to allow the non-traditional uses? ULI San Francisco is proud to partner with ICSC on the Northern California Alliance Program on Thursday, February 23 from … READ MORE

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Recap: Local Product Council Day

Posted on February 6, 2012 by ULI San Francisco

The San Francisco Urban Land Institute (ULIsf) hosted its inaugural Local Residential Product Council on Thursday, January 26 at the Presidio Golden Gate Club in San Francisco.  The Local Residential Council is akin to the national ULI Multifamily Product Council with the exception the Local Residential Council is focused exclusively on Bay Area apartments and residential condominiums.  Membership to the Residential Council is on an exclusive basis and includes constituents from development, owner-operators, principal investors, architects and public officials, among others. The Local Residential Council is designed to provide a … READ MORE

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UrbanPlan Training

Posted on February 3, 2012 by ULI San Francisco

We are pleased to announce an UrbanPlan volunteer training on Friday, March 2, 2012.  If you are interested in getting more involved with the UrbanPlan program, please contact Marisita Jarvis or visit our website for more information on the UrbanPlan program.  We look forward to hearing back from you!

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ULIsf Video Recap: Highlights of 2 Day Emerging Trends Conference

Posted on January 27, 2012 by ULI San Francisco

Last month’s Emerging Trends in Real Estate 2012 conference, hosted by ULIsf over the course of two days, brought into focus the most pertinent issues facing industry players in the coming twelve month. The session commenced in San Francisco, with key notes from Gary Schlossberg, Senior Economist of Wells Fargo, and Charles DiRocco, Director of Real Estate Research at Price Waterhouse Cooper. Overall, 2012 appears to bring a slow improvement or stabilization nationally, but with markedly higher prospects for the Bay Area. DiRocco’s market research concluded San Francisco, “was really … READ MORE

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National ULI Executive Program Comes to SF

Posted on January 24, 2012 by ULI San Francisco

The first program in a a new 2012 ULI Executive Program Series for Small-Scale Development Entrepreneurs is coming to San Francisco.  This new series is devoted exclusively to addressing issues facing professionals focused on smaller-scale/infill development projects. The inaugural program will be titled Managing the Successful Small-Scale Development Enterprise and will be held February 16-17 at the Hotel Vitale in San Francisco.  Topics will include: Building Big-Firm Credibility on a Small-Firm Budget Identifying Development Opportunities Others Pass By The Art of the Deal Structure – for Profit and Protection Finding the Money … READ MORE

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Fifth Annual My ULI Night Recap

My ULI Nite 2012
Posted on January 23, 2012 by ULI San Francisco

Have you ever stopped to think about what your ULI membership means to you and what you’re getting out of it?  On January 11, the ULI San Francisco held its fifth annual My ULI Night, an event designed to do exactly that – share information and experiences with the leadership and membership of ULI San Francisco.  As one of the largest and most active District Councils in the nation, ULI San Francisco (ULIsf) offers countless opportunities for professionals to participate.   It’s lead by an incredible staff and guided by the … READ MORE

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