Articles Posted by Nicholas Olczak

Bio Nicholas Olczak is a freelance writer who comes from (the original) Boston in England, but who normally chooses to travel the world. He has contributed to publications in Hong Kong and the USA and enjoys delving into anything political or cultural. He currently lives on one of San Francisco's many hills.

  • Mayor “running roughshod” over Board of Supervisors

    Mayor “running roughshod” over Board of Supervisors

    by Nicholas Olczak on Mar 20, 2008 | 2 Comments

    By Nicholas Olczak March 20, 2008 Supervisor Chris Daly accused the Mayor’s Office of failing to involve the Board of Supervisors in policy issues, speaking during a tense Budget and Finance Committee meeting yesterday. Debating…

    Posted in News, Politics

  • Candidates square off in Senate District 3 debate

    Candidates square off in Senate District 3 debate

    by Nicholas Olczak on Mar 19, 2008 | 2 Comments

      California Senate District 3 candidates Senator Carole Migden, former Assemblymember Joe Nation and Assemblymember Mark Leno engaged in a cordial debate Tuesday at the UC Hastings College of Law. Photos by Luke Thomas By Nicholas…

    Posted in News, Politics

  • Supes reject Alioto-Pier effort to stifle accountability

    Supes reject Alioto-Pier effort to stifle accountability

    by Nicholas Olczak on Mar 12, 2008 | 3 Comments

    Supervisor Michela Alioto-Pier’s efforts to repeal a 2006 voter mandate requiring the mayor of San Francisco attend Board of Supervisors meetings, was effectively killed yesterday. Photos by Luke Thomas By Nicholas Olczak March 12, 2008…

    Posted in Politics

  • Committee sets tone for a bloody budget season

    Committee sets tone for a bloody budget season

    by Nicholas Olczak on Mar 06, 2008 | No Comments

    Heads down: A newly appointed Budget and Finance Committee convened yesterday to begin the unenviable task of reconciling a $251 million 2008/2009 budget shortfall. Photos by Luke Thomas By Nicholas Olczak March 6, 2008 The…

    Posted in News, Politics

  • 55 Laguna Project makes progress

    55 Laguna Project makes progress

    by Nicholas Olczak on Mar 06, 2008 | No Comments

    An artist’s impression of the proposed 55 Laguna Project development. By Nicholas Olczak The Board of Supervisors approved an Environmental Impact Review of the 55 Laguna Project this week, moving plans for residential and community…

    Posted in News, Politics

  • Supes reject costly ramp in board chambers,Alioto-Pier vows to sue City

    Supes reject costly ramp in board chambers,
    Alioto-Pier vows to sue City

    by Nicholas Olczak on Mar 05, 2008 | 4 Comments

    Supervisor Michela Alioto-Pier, a paraplegic who relies on a self-powered wheelchair, argues for support of a wheelchair accessible ramp in Board Chambers at yesterday’s weekly Board of Supervisors meeting. The $1.1 million project, estimated to…

    Posted in News, Politics

  • Google gifts free voicemail to city homeless

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    Google gifts free voicemail to city homeless

    by Nicholas Olczak on Feb 28, 2008 | 8 Comments

    Google product manager Craig Walker with Mayor Gavin Newsom and Alex Tourk announced plans yesterday to extend free voicemail to homeless clients during the 21st installment of San Francisco’s Project Homeless Connect. Photos by Luke…

    Posted in Politics