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San Francisco Chronicle
2 days ago
- Business
- San Francisco Chronicle
London Breed's former chief of staff to lead urban think tank SPUR
Sean Elsbernd, a former member of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors who most recently served as chief of staff to former Mayor London Breed, has been tapped to become chief executive officer of the urban think tank SPUR. Elsbernd will replace Alicia John-Baptiste, who left the position in February to become chief of infrastructure, climate and mobility for Mayor Daniel Lurie. A city hall insider who has served as both an elected politician and low-key, behind-the-scenes power broker, Elsbernd led city and county operations for Breed and oversaw the city's regional partnerships and state legislative work. He previously served as state director for the late U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein. 'Sean is a thoughtful and values-driven leader with deep knowledge of how Bay Area government works and how to build strong public partnerships that move policy forward,' said Lydia Tan, Chair of SPUR's Board of Directors. 'He understands SPUR's mission and brings the experience and vision we need to lead the organization into its next chapter.' SPUR, which has offices in San Jose, Oakland and San Francisco, bills itself as a 'good government' think tank that publishes policy reports laying out the case for how to improve public transit, preserve the environment, build more housing and make government more efficient and effective. Recent policy reports include: '10 ideas for equitable transportation in Oakland'; how the Bay Area could grow its population without increasing water demand; and how to reform the region's sales taxes. While SPUR doesn't endorse individual candidates its ideas are often in sync with the moderate faction of the city's political spectrum while its board of directors and membership is dominated by real estate developers, architects, nonprofit leaders and affordable housing leaders. Recently, Mayor Daniel Lurie implemented SPUR's recommendation to reorganize the Mayor's Office and create new roles to improve collaboration and accountability. SPUR also played a central role in advocating for $5.1 billion in state funding that included $400 million for Bay Area transit operations. Elsbernd has held several transit leadership roles, including serving as Chair of the Caltrain Board of Directors and as a Director of the Golden Gate Bridge, Highway and Transportation District. He led San Francisco's COVID response, providing oversight of the Department of Public Health and Department of Emergency Management. 'Having worked with Sean for years in various roles, I know he is the right person to help SPUR boost our local economies, advance new ideas and reforms and improve the lives of our residents,' said Caltrain Executive Director Michelle Bouchard. Elsbernd officially assumes the role later this month and has already begun working closely with staff, the board of directors and regional leaders to carry the organization's mission forward, according to SPUR. The organization, which holds regular talks and panels at its Urban Center at 654 Mission St., had $5.9 million in expenses in the last fiscal year. It generated $4.6 million in revenues – a combination of membership fees, grants and special events. The nonprofit took in another in another $1.3 million in donations, according to the group's annual report. 'I'm honored to be joining SPUR,' Elsbernd said. 'Throughout my public service career, I've admired SPUR's work from both inside local government and as a resident of this region. The chance to lead an organization that's driving practical, forward-looking solutions is a privilege.'
Yahoo
10-04-2025
- Yahoo
Woman injured after husband hits her with vehicle in Lancaster County, charges filed
LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) — A man is accused of hitting his wife with a vehicle after they got into an altercation in Lancaster County on Wednesday night. State Police out of Lancaster said Jacob Elsbernd, 19, of New Providence, drove away from the scene in a 2017 Chevy Bolt but was located a little while later and was arrested. After being called to the scene in the area of Friendly Drive in East Drumore Township around 9:30 p.m., Troopers said they found the 20-year-old woman with non-life-threatening injuries. She was taken to Lancaster General Hospital for evaluation. She was 'in clear distress and fear of her life,' appeared to be showing signs of shock, and suffered a partial stress-induced seizure, State Police said in the criminal complaint. She screamed in pain while her arms were being checked for injuries. Elsbernd called a family member after the incident and allegedly admitted to driving away after his wife got out of the vehicle. He also said where he currently was, so Troopers responded to the residence and saw a vehicle that matched the description of his vehicle. Troopers then saw Elsbernd, who was on the ground along the far side of the property, trying to hide himself, the complaint states. He was then taken into custody. During questioning, he allegedly admitted getting into a disagreement with his wife and she got out while the vehicle was in motion. He said he drove away because he was embarrassed that someone saw the incident. Camp Hill woman charged after allegedly making, cancelling hundreds of false hotel reservations Elsbernd also allegedly admitted to drinking alcohol before driving and he did show signs of impairment, Troopers noted. Elsbernd faces a felony charge of aggravated assault by vehicle while DUI, along with misdemeanor charges of DUI. He also faces a summary charge of harassment. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Elsbernd is at Lancaster County Prison, where his bail was set at $100,000 by Magisterial District Judge William R. Mankin II. A preliminary hearing is scheduled for April 24. This is a developing story. Stay with abc27 News as more information becomes available Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
