About the GGHNA

In early 1975, a group of neighbors gathered to talk about what could be done about proposed housing surrounding Grand View Park and the Rocky Outcrop at 14th and Ortega. Over the preceding decade, several homes had already been built on some of the lots .  All of the remaining parcels were slated to be cleared of existing native vegetation and rock formations to accommodate new homes.

Thus began the Golden Gate Heights Neighborhood Association (GGHNA), dedicated to preserving the rich native habitat, which was among the last essentially pristine open space in San Francisco.  Years of testimony, written letters and reports, and meetings with city officials ultimately succeeded in retaining some of the natural beauty of our very special corner of the world.

Since then, the Association has worked diligently to preserve and enhance the quality of life in our neighborhood.  While our primary interest encompasses the area bounded by Kirkham Street to the north, 9th Avenue to the east, Santiago Street to the south and 19th Avenue to the west, our concerns extend to adjoining areas as well.  We strive to represent the interests of all of our neighbors, homeowners and tenants alike.

In addition to the above-referenced open space preservation, and routine matters such as parking and traffic and maintenance of parks and other public property, GGHNA has led the way in a number of important initiatives over the past half-century:

  • Preventing the construction of water tanks in Golden Gate Heights Park, similar to the ones at the top of Forest Hill above Quintara and Cragmont;
  • Spearheading the successful renovation project at Golden Gate Heights Park, including the playground and tennis courts;
  • Serving as a de facto fiscal sponsor for the 16th/Moraga Tiled Steps project;
  • Continuing oversight of Golden Gate Heights Park, including the dire status of the tree canopy;
  • Other neighborhood initiatives, large and small, that come to our attention.

The strength of our voice is a reflection of the number of households we represent.  Dues are $10 per household for the calendar year.  Join today!

The Golden Gate Heights Neighborhood Association is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization (ID 94-2784638) and contributions are deductible to the extent allowed by law.

Board of Directors

Golden Gate Heights Neighborhood Association Executive Board

The Executive Board of the Golden Gate Heights Neighborhood Association consists of the Officers and Directors, who are elected at the Annual Meeting each year. The Executive Board is responsible for conducting the affairs of the Association in accordance with the Bylaws. The Executive Board meets on the first Tuesday of most months. Meetings start at 7pm. Check the calendar page for changes to the meeting schedule.

(Note: In-person meetings have been suspended since March, 2020. Instead we've been meeting by conference call or Zoom. Please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more information.)

Officers

Sally Stephens, President
Frank Noto, Vice President
Carla Kozak, Secretary
Jason Macario, Treasurer

Directors

Karen Metro
Luke Perkocha
Nancy Stafford
Michelle Teng