This year’s ballot is a beast. SPUR spent months researching the key measures. We’ve brought that work together in one clear, practical resource so you can understand what’s at stake and make up your own mind.

Explore the SPUR Voter Guide

 

Most SPUR programs are free to attend. To view recordings and slide decks from previous events, visit the “Past Events” link below. For more information, see our Events FAQ page.

Past Events ​
Location
Audience
Event Format
Policy Area
Date Range

October 2026

b&B SJ
Oct
13
Tue
San José + Online Special Program / to

Ballots & Brews: San José [State Measures]

Each election, our staff and board spend months preparing the SPUR Voter Guide, comprehensive research, analysis, and recommendations on the complex measures up for vote. This November, join SPUR in San José for an in-depth discussion of the state measures on the ballot. (Note: there are no local measures on the San José ballot this election, and this edition will be a hybrid event.)
Joel
Oct
19
Mon
San Francisco Partner Event / to

SF Politics 101 with Joel Engardio [October Edition]

SF Politics 101, presented by Joel Engardio, is an entertaining look at how local politics work and the history that shaped San Francisco — brought to life with visuals and narrative storytelling. It’s designed for both newcomers and longtime residents who want to better understand the city they love.
illustration of 2026 Silver SPUR Awards
Oct
22
Thu
San Francisco Silver SPUR Awards / to

2026 Silver SPUR Awards

Join SPUR for an evening of celebration, inspiration, and networking. Save the date — The Silver SPUR Awards are back on Thursday, October 22!
Housing
Oct
29
Thu
San Francisco In-Person Forum / to

Investing in Housing: The Housing Trust Fund and the November Ballot

This November, San Francisco voters will decide whether to increase the funding cap for the city’s Housing Trust Fund. Hear from experts in affordable housing, homelessness prevention, tenant protections and public policy about the fund’s impact, future, and connection to measures on the November ballot.

November 2026

King Tide
Nov
4
Wed
Online Digital Discourse / to

Preparing for El Niño: What Cities, Community Groups, and Advocates Are Doing Now

El Niño conditions are expected to increase the likelihood of heavy rain and flooding this winter—join us to hear from Bay Area leaders working to protect communities before, during, and after the storms. We’ll explore how local jurisdictions, community organizations, and advocates are preparing for floods, coordinating response and resilience efforts, addressing gaps, and planning for sustained investment in emergency preparedness and flood resilience.
audience
Nov
18
Wed
SPUR Member Event San Francisco In-Person Forum / to

San Francisco Post-Election Debrief

Join SPUR members for a conversation about what the November 3 election results mean for San Francisco’s future. Ruth Bernstein, President of EMC Research; Aaron Peskin, former President of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors; and Sean Elsbernd, President and CEO of SPUR, will unpack the results, voter sentiment, and what they reveal about priorities around housing, transit, affordability, and effective government.

Auxiliary Services

If, in order to participate in a SPUR event, you need auxiliary aids or services for a disability (e.g., qualified interpreter, qualified reader, written materials, taped texts) please submit your request five business days before the event to [email protected] or 415-781-8726 x132. SPUR will work with you in identifying effective auxiliary aids or services that it can provide. If you need to cancel your request, please notify SPUR at least two business days before the event.