Superintendent Brian O’Neill

Superintendent Brian O’Neill

In 2009, San Francisco Beautiful recognized Superintendent Brian O’Neillwith an In Memoriam Lifetime Achievement Award. Brian O’Neill was head of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area who passed away unexpectedly in 2009. O’Neill championed many projects including the Crissy Field restoration and was known for his ‘friend-raising.’ For more than 40 years, San Francisco Beautiful has […]

La Playa Park

La Playa Park

In 2009, San Francisco Beautiful recognized La Playa Park with a Beautification Award. La Playa at 48th Avenue in the Outer Sunset has transformed a litter-filled median strip into a quiet respite. This project was created and is maintained by neighbors and those at the Java Beach Cafe. For more than 40 years, San Francisco Beautiful has […]

Visitacion Valley Greenway

Visitacion Valley Greenway

In 2008, San Francisco Beautiful gave a Beautification Award to the Visitacion Valley Greenway Project, a re-purposed blighted property that was converted into a public park. This series of six publicly-owned parcels functions as an outdoor classroom and recreation area beautifying the landscape and uniting the diverse groups of Visitacion Valley. Park features include a native plant […]

Immigrant Point

Immigrant Point

In 2008, the restoration of Immigrant Point, a scenic overlook in the Presidio,  received a Beautification Award. Immigrant Point Overlook has served as the dramatic setting for naturalization ceremonies. The site links visitors with nature, trails and stunning views. A graceful stone plaza with displays showcases the area’s natural beauty. The Trail Network along the western […]

Golden Gate Music Concourse

Golden Gate Music Concourse

In 2008, the Golden Gate Park Music Concourse received a Beautification Award. The Music Concourse is a destination for locals and visitors alike as they come to Golden Gate Park to visit the De Young Museum, Academy of Sciences, and Japanese Tea Garden. Thanks to the efforts of the City and volunteers the Music Concourse […]

Alvord Lake

Alvord Lake

In 2008, San Francisco Beautiful recognized the restoration of Alvord Lake, located at the southeast of Golden Gate Park, with a Beautification Award. This lakelet has been lovingly taken under the wing of the Alvord Lake Gardening Party which meets every fourth Saturday to  plant, weed, trim, pick up litter and sweep. For more than 40 […]

San Francisco Airport Gateway Garden

San Francisco Airport Gateway Garden

In 2007, San Francisco Beautiful recognized the San Francisco Airport Gateway Garden with a Beautification Award. For more than 40 years, San Francisco Beautiful has been honoring San Franciscans who make special contributions to the unique character and beauty of our City with the Annual Beautification Awards.

Mt. Sutro Native Plant Garden and Trail Network

Mt. Sutro Native Plant Garden and Trail Network

In 2007, San Francisco Beautiful recognized the Mt. Sutro Native Plant Garden and Trail Network with a Beautification Award. For more than 40 years, San Francisco Beautiful has been honoring San Franciscans who make special contributions to the unique character and beauty of our City with the Annual Beautification Awards.

Friends of Duboce Park and Duboce Triangle

Friends of Duboce Park and Duboce Triangle

In 2007, San Francisco Beautiful recognized Friends of Duboce Park and Duboce Triangle Neighborhood Association, with a Beautification Award. For more than 40 years, San Francisco Beautiful has been honoring San Franciscans who make special contributions to the unique character and beauty of our City with the Annual Beautification Awards.

24th Street Mini Park

24th Street Mini Park

In 2007, San Francisco Beautiful recognized the 24th Street Mini Park with a Beautification Award. For more than 40 years, San Francisco Beautiful has been honoring San Franciscans who make special contributions to the unique character and beauty of our City with the Annual Beautification Awards.