Community Benefit Districts

GREATER UNION SQUARE

Established in 1999, the Union Square business improvement district (BID) was the first in San Francisco. The BID was originally set up for a five year period, then renewed in 2004 for another five years. The recent 10-year reauthorization of the BID greatly expanded the district’s boundaries, which now encompasses 2,980 parcels. The Greater Union Square BID enhances the experiences of visitors to the area by continuing to provide the maintenance and public safety services originally offered. In addition, the BID will maintain Union Square’s standing as a premier retail, hotel and theater district and favorite visitor destination through marketing, advocacy and beautification programs.

ANNUAL INVESTMENTS

• Cleaning & sidewalk maintenance
• Public safety (10 B Officer Program)
• Community relations (Ambassador Program)
• Beautification programs
• Marketing
• Advocacy

LOCATION

The Union Square CBD covers approximately 27 whole or partial blocks of the Union Square area. Exterior boundaries include Kearny Street and Claude Lane to the East; varying Bush, Sutter, Post and Geary streets to the North; Mason and Taylor streets and Shannon Alley to the West; and Market Street to the South.

CONTACT

Linda Mjellem, Executive Director
executivedirector@unionsquarebid.com
Union Square CBD