Starr King Open Space

It’s a beautiful natural resource full of native grasses and wildflowers.

It’s a nice place to walk your pups and stretch your legs.

It’s a fun place to play hide and seek or swing on the rope swing.

It’s a quiet place to unwind, mediate and drink in the views of the city, especially as the sun sets behind Sutro Tower.

And if you are a Potrero Hill resident…..it belongs to you. We are all owners and stewards of this land. It’s not managed by the City. We decide how to take care of it and protect it from development so future generations can enjoy a small slice of natural San Francisco.

Please come help participate in the governance of this land by showing up at our Annual General Meeting and Elections. Our current board members will provide an update on what we are doing to protect and maintain the Open Space and our fundraising efforts. We have three (3) board members who are running for re-election this year. If you would like to be considered as a candidate you can  apply online. All residents (renters and homeowners) 18 and older are eligible to run for our all-volunteer Board. The meeting is May 20th @ 6:30pm at Starr King Elementary School’s Auditorium (enter on the Wisconsin Street side). Proof of residency must be provided to be a candidate. If you have any questions about what this commitment means, feel free to email us at info@starrkingopenspace.org.

Joanna “Joey” Meldrum was actually voted onto the Starr King Board nearly a year ago. So It’s high time you got to meet her! She’s a land use attorney who’s working to help change the zoning to keep SKOS protected. She’s been a great addition and we are so happy to have her help. Here’s what she has to say about herself, take it away, Joey!

“I have lived across the street from Starr King Open Space since 2001. My kids and dog grew up playing in the native grass, climbing the rocks, and taking time to pause and admire the views. My family appreciates the Open Space every day and are thankful this unique piece of undeveloped land in the middle of the City. I absolutely love what the current Board has done over the past few years – including all the work removing Coral Road, clearing out non-native plants, and raising both awareness and funds through creative events held in the Open Space. I am honored to be on the Open Space Board and to help preserve this valuable asset for all residents of Potrero Hill and the City to enjoy.”

Join us for our wildly popular 4th Annual Potrero Hill Sunset Piano.

Head to Starr King Open Space on Sunday, September 30th from 3pm – 7pm.

Enjoy live performances by local musicians, craft beers from our neighborhood breweries Harmonic Brewing & Anchor Brewing,  and gourmet food truck fare from Mozzeria  and D’Maize  Experience it all from one of San Francisco’s most stunning views. All proceeds benefit Starr King Open Space, a 501c3 non-profit dedicated to keeping this land open, undeveloped, and available to all.

Need a Lyft? Use code SKOS18 for $20 in total credits on rides to and from the event.

Admission is free! Friends, family, and dogs welcome. Grab your picnic blanket or lawn chairs and we’ll see you there!

Perfomances

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