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In plain English

The ordinance establishes the Fisherman’s Wharf Entertainment Zone, which includes specific streets in the area to promote entertainment and activities. It also confirms that the Planning Department's environmental assessment complies with California regulations.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to create the Fisherman’s Wharf Entertainment Zone, on Powell Street from The Embarcadero to Beach Street; The Embarcadero from Powell to Taylor Streets; Taylor Street from The Embarcadero to Jefferson Street; Jefferson Street from Taylor to Hyde Streets; Beach Street from Hyde to Polk Streets; Polk Street from Beach to North Point Streets; North Point Street from Polk to Larkin Streets; Larkin Street from North Point to Beach Streets; Beach Street from Larkin to Powell Streets; and Al Scoma Way; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

Introduced: Dec 16, 2025
Final action: Mar 6, 2026
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How it got here

The legislation to create the Fisherman’s Wharf Entertainment Zone originated from a need to enhance the area's entertainment offerings and was introduced by Supervisor Sauter.

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Legislation ReferralDecember 29, 2025
Victor Young, Clerk of the Rules Committee

The proposed ordinance was referred to the Planning Department for review and CEQA determination, indicating the start of the legislative process.

Referral FYI 122925
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CEQA DeterminationDecember 29, 2025
Planning Department

The Planning Department determined that the actions contemplated in the ordinance comply with the California Environmental Quality Act.

CEQA Determination 123125
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Introduction of OrdinanceDecember 16, 2025
Board of Supervisors

The ordinance was introduced by Supervisor Sauter and assigned under the 30-day rule for further consideration.

Leg Dig Ver1
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Committee RecommendationFebruary 9, 2026
Rules Committee

The Rules Committee recommended the ordinance for passage, moving it forward in the legislative process.

Board Pkt 022426
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First ReadingFebruary 24, 2026
Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors passed the ordinance on first reading, indicating initial approval.

Leg Final
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Final PassageMarch 3, 2026
Board of Supervisors

The ordinance was finally passed by the Board of Supervisors, completing the legislative process.

Leg Final
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Mayoral ApprovalMarch 6, 2026
Mayor

The Mayor approved the ordinance, allowing it to become law.

Leg Final

Reconstructed from attached documents & the official record

Document trail
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Leg Dig Ver1
Official legislation text
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CEQA Referral 122925
Environmental review (CEQA)
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CEQA Determination 123125
Environmental review (CEQA)
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How they voted

Legislative journey

PresidentDec 16, 2025
ASSIGNED UNDER 30 DAY RULE
Clerk of the BoardDec 29, 2025
REFERRED TO DEPARTMENT
Planning DepartmentJan 7, 2026
·RESPONSE RECEIVED
Rules CommitteeFeb 9, 2026
RECOMMENDEDPass
Board of SupervisorsFeb 24, 2026 – Mar 3, 2026
PASSED ON FIRST READINGPass
FINALLY PASSEDPass
MayorMar 6, 2026
APPROVED