This hearing will discuss the 2023-2024 Civil Grand Jury Report on flood management in San Francisco as it relates to climate change. The report aims to address the city's preparedness for potential flooding issues.
Hearing on the 2023-2024 Civil Grand Jury Report, entitled "Come Hell or Highwater: Flood Management in a Changing Climate."
How it got here
The legislation originated from the findings of the 2023-2024 Civil Grand Jury regarding flood management in San Francisco amidst climate change challenges.
The Civil Grand Jury released a report titled 'Come Hell or Highwater: Flood Management in a Changing Climate,' highlighting the city's unpreparedness for climate change and the need for improved flood management.
The Board of Supervisors referred the Grand Jury report to the Government Audit and Oversight Committee for review and response from relevant city departments.
City departments submitted their required responses to the Grand Jury's findings and recommendations, addressing issues such as governance, funding, and interdepartmental coordination.
The Government Audit and Oversight Committee held a hearing to discuss the Grand Jury report and the responses from city departments, continuing the legislative process.
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