The ordinance establishes two designated Entertainment Zones in San Francisco: one in the Mid-Market area and another near the arena. It also confirms that the Planning Department's assessment complies with environmental regulations.
Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to establish two Entertainment Zones: the Mid-Market Entertainment Zone, on Market Street between 5th Street and 6th Street, with eastern boundaries at Mason Street on the north side of Market Street and at 5th Street on the south side of Market Street, and western boundaries at the intersection of Golden Gate Avenue and Taylor Street on the north side of Market Street and at 6th Street on the south side of Market Street; and the Arena Entertainment Zone, bounded by Warriors Way on the north, Terry A. Francois Boulevard on the east, 16th Street on the south, and 3rd Street on the west; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.
How it got here
The legislation to establish two new Entertainment Zones in San Francisco originated from a need to enhance economic activity and community engagement in specific areas.
Mayor Breed introduced the ordinance to amend the Administrative Code to establish two Entertainment Zones: the Mid-Market Entertainment Zone and the Arena Entertainment Zone.
The Planning Department determined that the actions contemplated in the ordinance comply with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
A substituted version of the ordinance was introduced, refining the details of the two Entertainment Zones.
The Land Use and Transportation Committee recommended the ordinance for approval during a meeting.
The Board of Supervisors passed the ordinance on first reading, moving it closer to final approval.
The Board of Supervisors finally passed the ordinance, establishing the two Entertainment Zones.
Mayor Breed approved the ordinance, officially enacting the establishment of the Entertainment Zones.
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