Mayor-elect Daniel Lurie headed out Friday to interact with his new constituents and set the tone for San Francisco's next four years.

Why it matters: Lurie ran on a public safety campaign and positioned himself as an outsider who would bring accountability and transparency to local government. Now, it's time to deliver.

Context: Considered a moderate Democrat in San Francisco, Lurie was born and raised here. He is heir to the Levi Strauss fortune by way of his stepfather Peter E. Haas.

• In 2005, he founded the anti-poverty nonprofit Tipping Point Community, which would later commit $100 million to cut chronic homelessness in San Francisco in half by 2022.
• Reality check: They did not meet their objective.

State of play: Lurie, 47, has never held an elected office. His status as a political newcomer seemed to work in his favor, however.

• He pitched himself as the antithesis to corruption and set himself apart by highlighting his ability to deliver results through Tipping Point.

What he's saying: At a Friday news conference, the philanthropist vowed to declare a "fentanyl state of emergency" on day one.

• "We are going to get tough on those that are dealing drugs, and we are going to be compassionate but tough about the conditions of our streets as well," Lurie said.
• "We're going to work with state, federal and city law enforcement to make sure that we close these open-air drug markets."

What to watch: Lurie said Friday that he doesn't anticipate taking a salary but needs to first speak with the city attorney.

• Mayor London Breed earned $364,582 in wages last year, making her the highest-paid mayor in California, according to the state controller. 

Catch up quick: Lurie's candidacy turned the election into the city's most expensive modern mayoral race, per the San Francisco Chronicle.

• More than $13 million was spent on his campaign, including a $1 million donation from his mother and almost 9 million from Lurie's own pocket. Other donors included WhatsApp co-founder Jan Koum and biotech investor Oleg Nodelman.

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We've compiled a list of Lurie's policy stances based on comments he's made and data from the San Francisco Chronicle's Vote Compass tool.

On public safety: He told Axios this year that boosting businesses and tourism won't happen unless San Francisco's streets are "safe and clean." 

• His approach would be to fully staff police and sheriff departments as well as 911 dispatchers to reduce emergency response times. He said he'd also build workforce housing for first responders with rent and child care subsidies.

On homelessness: Lurie told the San Francisco Standard July that he would've "cleared encampments years ago."

• His plan is to create 2,500 units of shelter, including tiny homes, and help connect people to services while prioritizing cost-effective and dignified shelter over more expensive permanent housing.

On drugs and crime: He opposes city-run indoor spaces where people can use illicit drugs under medical supervision, a tactic advocates say could prevent overdoses.

• He also believes sanctuary city laws should not protect undocumented fentanyl dealers and that the public shouldn't have access to city parks in high-crime areas after dark.

On housing: Lurie has indicated that he believes environmental laws can limit development and that high-rise construction in historic districts shouldn't be off the table.

• His plan includes creating a "shot clock" that sets maximum review times for processing permits and a user-friendly online approvals tracker.
• He opposes expanding limits on rent increases to all residential units in the city. (They currently only apply to pre-1980 buildings.)

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Fans who watch the Super Bowl for the halftime show don't have to wait until February to see hot music acts perform on a grand stage.

The big picture: Performances on "Amazon Music Live," which airs following "Thursday Night Football" on Prime Video, have grown in scale since the program launched in 2022.

The intrigue: Acts have included A$AP Rocky, Ed Sheeran, Post Malone, GloRilla, Jelly Roll, Big Sean and Halsey.

What they're saying: "Sports and music go hand in hand. People want to experience music live, and if you can't be there, the next best thing is watching a livestream because people want to be a part of the conversation ... as moments happen," Kirdis Postelle, global head of content at Amazon Music, tells Axios.

My thought bubble: I watched the Big Sean concert in person and clips of the livestream and was pleasantly surprised that the show lasted the length of a typical concert.

• The setlist was about 10-15 songs, and the Detroit rapper brought out a few special guests like Jhene Aiko, YG and E-40.

What's next: Upcoming concerts include Latin music star J. Balvin, Atlanta rapper Gunna and K-Pop girl group Twice.

Each performance airs on Prime Video and Twitch. (Schedule)

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Here's one for a palate cleanser.

• This building is one of my favorite in San Francisco. The vibrant colors on the murals just catch the eye every time.

Send me your best guess for the full name of the building and its closest intersection!