04.17.13

San Francisco is a progressive city – a leading example of a city that promotes itself as a green leader, and that is something to be proud of. However, when I look at the measures this city is undertaking to promote bike riding over the use of automobiles, I have to say that we are now bordering on ... [more]

03.28.13

In 2011, San Francisco passed a retail ordinance requiring any chain retailer with more than eleven stores to undergo a special review process in Neighborhood Commercial Zoning Districts to determine whether or not the retailer is a good fit for the neighborhood. The purpose of the ordinance is ... [more]

10.23.12

The Little Engine That Could: A great children's story and a great reminder of the importance of small businesses in this country. As the owner of a small business with 22 employees, I am downright concerned about my ability to continue long term with the looming risk of new taxes and regulations around ... [more]

06.14.12

San Francisco got its start as a missionary city when Mission Dolores was founded in 1776 and then gained worldwide recognition during the Gold Rush of the 1800's. Once the Gold Rush ended, San Francisco became the west coast financial hub of the United States, seeing banks such as Wells Fargo and Bank ... [more]

06.06.12

For years our country's communities have been built and supported by one industry that supports each community. Historically, factories hired the majority of a town and created enough needs for services to support the rest. When the day came that the factory closed, the community was left devastated ... [more]

01.04.12

Garcia Architects & Advisors assists companies assess their commercial real estate portfolios to determine how to gain efficiencies. Companies with a lot of office space usually also have a lot of wasted space which they may not be aware of. This presents an opportunity to reduce real estate ... [more]