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Finding Aid to the Communities of the Outer Mission Organization Records [1963]-1986 (bulk 1973-1978)
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Description
Documents the organization's incorporation and activities including meetings and neighborhood actions, and publication of the Outer Mission News; through staff reports, agendas, petitions and flyers, communications with city officials, and photographs.
Background
Communities of the Outer Mission Organization (COMO) was established by residents, business people and Catholic church pastors in 1973 in response to deterioration of the mostly working-class, Outer Mission district. COMO was a grass-roots organization of over 150 groups including block clubs, area improvement clubs, church groups, and business associations. Aided by paid staff in the early years, members worked collectively on issues of housing, neighborhood improvement, recreation, planning and land use, and police services. Neighborhoods served included Bernal Heights, Cayuga, Crocker-Amazon, Excelsior, Portola and New Mission Terrace.
Extent
3 boxes, 1 flat box (2.33 cubic feet)
Restrictions
All requests for permission to publish or quote from manuscripts must be submitted in writing to the City Archivist. Permission for publication is given on behalf of the San Francisco Public Library as the owner of the physical items.
Availability
The collection is available for use during San Francisco History Center hours, with photographs available during Photo Desk hours.