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This resolution allows the Recreation and Park Department to use a $3.6 million bequest from William Benjamin Bobo for benches, park furnishings, and improvements at various parks in San Francisco. It takes effect once the resolution is approved.

Resolution authorizing the Recreation and Park Department to accept and expend a bequest in the amount of approximately $3,600,000 from the estate of William Benjamin Bobo to provide benches, park furnishings and park improvements at various park sites across San Francisco, effective upon approval of this Resolution.

Introduced: Jun 3, 2025
Final action: Jul 23, 2025
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How it got here

The legislation originated from a bequest left by William Benjamin Bobo to the Recreation and Park Department for park improvements in San Francisco.

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Death of DecedentAugust 12, 2023
William Benjamin Bobo

William Benjamin Bobo passed away, leaving a will that included a bequest to the Recreation and Park Department.

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Probate of WillJanuary 29, 2024
Superior Court of California

The court admitted Bobo's will to probate and appointed Kim Ridinger as executor.

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Commission Resolution AdoptedJanuary 16, 2024
Recreation and Park Commission

The Commission adopted Resolution No. 2501-006 recommending the Board of Supervisors authorize the acceptance and expenditure of the bequest.

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Court Ruling on Fund AllocationJune 16, 2025
Probate Court

The probate court ruled on the proposed allocation of funds from Bobo's estate.

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Submission of LegislationMay 30, 2025
Mayor's Office

The Mayor's Office submitted the proposed resolution to the Board of Supervisors for approval.

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Resolution AdoptedJuly 15, 2025
Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors adopted the resolution authorizing the Recreation and Park Department to accept and expend the bequest.

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How they voted

Legislative journey

Clerk of the BoardMay 30, 2025
ยทRECEIVED
PresidentJun 3, 2025
โ†’RECEIVED AND ASSIGNED
Budget and Appropriations CommitteeJun 12, 2025
โœ“RECOMMENDEDPass
Board of SupervisorsJul 8, 2025 โ€“ Jul 15, 2025
โ†ทCONTINUEDPass
โœ“ADOPTEDPass
MayorJul 23, 2025
โœ“APPROVED