This seems very problematic. You are basically rewarding criminals by giving them opportunity to get paid for not breaking the law.

Also how sustainable is this in the long term? How long will SF keep paying them? What happens if they stop paying some day?

"There are opportunities for participants to earn an additional $200 each month as they work to improve their community. Some ways they can earn more are by working, going to school and even being a mediator in situations that could lead to violence."

This sounds a bit better though.