The city of San Francisco, in collaboration with SF New Deal and the Office of Economic Workforce and Development (OEWD), is reintroducing its Vacant to Vibrant program this spring. This initiative aims to transform vacant downtown spaces by offering free or reduced leases to local entrepreneurs. Out of over 1,200 applicants, eight new businesses have been selected to open in areas like the East Cut, Financial District, and Yerba Buena. These include coffee shops, ice creameries, and specialty food stores, each bringing unique flavors and experiences to the city's culinary scene. The program not only enriches the local dining landscape but also provides valuable job skills and opportunities to underserved communities.
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