Burgum Says Presidio Land Will Not Be SoldBurgum’s Presidio Assurances Leave Development Concerns UnansweredBurgum Rules Out Selling Presidio as Residents Press Board
Interior Secretary Doug Burgum said the Presidio in San Francisco will not be sold, amid public concern over privatization and development. Residents also challenged rent increases at a public meeting.Interior Secretary Doug Burgum said the Presidio will not be sold, but residents remain concerned about development and the future of the public park. Tenants also pressed its board over steep rent increases.Interior Secretary Doug Burgum said the federal government will not sell any part of San Francisco’s Presidio. Residents also urged the park’s board to limit rent increases.