San Francisco's Board of Appeals has allowed LGBTQ advocates to challenge the GEO Group's operation of a for-profit reentry facility at 111 Taylor Street, historically linked to the 1966 Compton's Cafeteria Riot. Critics, especially the Compton's x Coalition, argue the site's current use disrespects its legacy. Complaints about the facility's conditions have emerged, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. After a successful appeal, the Boardâs ruling may ensure a public permitting process, potentially fostering greater community oversight and honoring the site's history of queer resistance.
Advocates hope the Board's ruling opens a path for community-led efforts to reclaim and repurpose the building as a space honoring queer resistance.
The cityâs opaque notification process effectively shut out public involvement, prompting the Board to rule unanimously to allow late appeals from local advocates.
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