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Showing Jan 2022 legislation (80).

Ordinance#211232
Jan 31, 2022

The ordinance creates the Housing Innovation Program to provide financial support and resources for low- and moderate-income residents, including loans for property owners to build additional housing units and assistance for tenants at risk of displacement. It also offers grants for organizations to promote homeownership education and develop innovative housing designs.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to create the Housing Innovation Program to develop, finance, and support certain additional housing opportunities for low-income and moderate-income residents, including loans and technical assistance for certain low-income and moderate-income property owners to construct accessory dwelling units or other new units on their property, subject to certain conditions, loans for certain low-income and moderate-income tenants who are at risk of displacement and licensed childcare providers, and grants for organizations to create marketing and educational materials about wealth-building and homeownership for residents who have been historically disadvantaged and to develop creative construction design prototypes for low-income and moderate-income residents.

HousingGovernance & ElectionsLand Use & Planning
By Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman
15-0
Charter Amendment#211285
Jan 31, 2022

This charter amendment aimed to change how appointments are made to various city commissions by splitting the authority between the Mayor and the Board of Supervisors, and to define the City Administrator's oversight functions. The proposal was ultimately rejected and did not pass.

Charter Amendment (Third Draft) to amend the Charter of the City and County of San Francisco to 1) split the power to make appointments to the following bodies between the Mayor and the Board of Supervisors: Airport Commission, Arts Commission, Asian Art Commission, Civil Service Commission, Commission on the Environment, Commission on the Status of Women, Disability and Aging Services Commission, Fire Commission, Health Commission, Historic Preservation Commission, Human Rights Commission, Human Services Commission, Juvenile Probation Commission, Library Commission, Municipal Transportation Agency Board of Directors, Public Utilities Commission, Recreation and Park Commission, and War Memorial and Performing Arts Center Board of Trustees; subject Mayoral appointments to those bodies and to the Building Inspection Commission and the Small Business Commission to approval by the Board of Supervisors; provide that the appropriate appointing authority (Mayor or Board of Supervisors, as applicable) may initiate removal of commissioners; and specify that the terms of members of the Asian Art Commission, Building Inspection Commission, Civil Service Commission, and Fine Arts Museums Board of Trustees shall be for four years; and 2) specify the types of functions that the City Administrator may oversee; require that any agencies under the City Administrator be designated by ordinance; authorize the City Administrator to review City programs and services, and employment practices, and to make recommendations to the Mayor, Board of Supervisors, and departments based on those reviews; prohibit the Mayor from placing functions under the City Administrator without authorization by ordinance; and authorize the City Administrator to recommend removal of any department head to the Mayor or a commission, and require the Mayor or commission to act on the recommendation within 30 days; at an election to be held on June 7, 2022.

TransportationBusiness & EconomyGovernance & Elections
By Connie Chan
9-0 /1
Charter Amendment#211286
Jan 31, 2022

This legislation updates the rules regarding the Building Inspection Commission, including how its members are appointed and their responsibilities. It also confirms that the Planning Department's assessment complies with environmental regulations.

Charter Amendment (Third Draft) to amend the Charter of the City and County of San Francisco to revise the duties, composition, and method of appointment for members of the Building Inspection Commission; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; at an election to be held on June 7, 2022.

EnvironmentGovernance & Elections
By Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman
17-0 /1
Charter Amendment#211287
Jan 31, 2022

This legislation extends the time frame for initiating recall petitions from six to twelve months after an official takes office and prevents recall petitions from being submitted if the election would coincide with a regularly scheduled election within that twelve-month period. It also states that any interim officer appointed due to a recall cannot run in the subsequent election for that position.

Charter Amendment (Third Draft) to amend the Charter of the City and County of San Francisco to extend the ban on the initiation of recall petitions from six to twelve months after the official has assumed office; prohibit the submission of a recall petition to the Department of Elections, if the subsequent recall election would be required to be held within twelve months of a regularly scheduled election for the office held by the official sought to be recalled; and provide that any interim officer appointed to fill a vacancy created by a recall election, held on or after June 7, 2022, may not be a candidate in the subsequent vacancy election; at an election to be held on June 7, 2022.

Governance & ElectionsHonorary / Symbolic
By Shamann Walton
16-2
Charter Amendment#211288
Jan 31, 2022

This charter amendment aims to encourage the Retirement Board to divest from fossil fuels and changes the appointment process for one of its members to be selected by the Board of Supervisors, requiring that member to have expertise in environmentally and socially responsible investment management. The election for this amendment is scheduled for June 7, 2022.

Charter Amendment (First Draft) to adopt a Declaration of Policy urging the Retirement Board to divest from fossil fuels; and to amend the Charter of the City and County of San Francisco to require that one of the members of the Retirement Board who is currently appointed by the Mayor shall instead be appointed by the Board of Supervisors, and to require the Board of Supervisors-appointed member to be experienced with the management of investment portfolios based on environmental, social, and governance factors; at election to be held on June 7, 2022.

HousingEnvironmentGovernance & Elections
By Connie Chan, Myrna Melgar
4-0
Hearing#210322
Jan 31, 2022

This hearing aims to gather information on how PG&E and the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission contribute to powering city projects and affordable housing, as well as the effects of PG&E's requirements on project timelines and budgets. It requests reports from several city agencies and PG&E to better understand these issues.

Hearing to learn more about Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) and San Francisco Public Utilities Commission roles in providing power to City projects and affordable housing, and about the impact of PG&E requirements on project timelines, budgets, and power source decisions; and requesting PG&E, San Francisco Public Utilities Commission, Mayor's Office of Housing and Community Development, and Municipal Transportation Agency to report.

HousingTransportationBudget & Taxes
Filed
1-0
Hearing#211158
Jan 27, 2022

This legislation calls for a hearing to discuss the housing needs of San Francisco's growing senior population and how the city plans to address these needs. It also requests reports from various city departments on their strategies for providing housing for seniors.

Hearing on the continuum of housing needs of the growing senior population and the City’s strategies to comprehensively plan for and provide this housing across the spectrum; and requesting that the Department of Disability and Aging Services, Planning Department, Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development, Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing, and Department of Public Health to report.

HousingPublic HealthSocial Services & Equity
Filed
1-0
Ordinance#211172
Jan 27, 2022

This ordinance requires the Police Department and the District Attorney to submit quarterly reports on domestic violence cases and abuse against minors to city officials. It also mandates the District Attorney to report on the number of crime victims who received services.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to require the Police Department and the District Attorney to submit quarterly reports to the Board of Supervisors, the Mayor, and various City departments regarding the number of cases of domestic violence and cases involving certain types of abuse against minors, and to require the District Attorney to submit quarterly reports to the Board of Supervisors, the Mayor, and various City departments regarding the total number of crime victims to whom the District Attorney has provided or made documented efforts to provide services.

Public SafetyGovernance & ElectionsSocial Services & Equity
By Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman, Shamann Walton
12-0
Charter Amendment#211284
Jan 26, 2022

This charter amendment aims to create a new Children's Agency in San Francisco to improve services for children, youth, and families by coordinating existing departments and establishing new ones. It also proposes changes to funding processes for children's services and requires the Board of Education to meet certain governance standards before receiving city funds.

Charter Amendment (First Draft) to amend the Charter of the City and County of San Francisco to 1) establish a new Children’s Agency responsible for overseeing, aligning, and coordinating the development of systems, services, policies, and planning strategies to strengthen the City’s services for children, youth, and families; 2) authorize the Agency to include the Department of Children, Youth, and Their Families, which is responsible for administering the City’s Children and Youth Fund and promoting the development of programs and planning strategies to enhance services for children, youth, and their families; 3) authorize the Agency to include a new Department of Early Childhood, which will assume the duties previously assigned to the Office of Early Care and Education promoting the development of programs, policies, and strategies to enhance services for children ages 0-5; 4) establish a Children’s Commission to oversee the Agency; 5) modify the process for expending funds in the Children and Youth Fund to support services for children; 6) modify the process for expending funds in the Public Education Enrichment Fund to support the San Francisco Unified School District; and 7) require the Board of Education to submit a certification of compliance with specified governance requirements before the City appropriates funds to the San Francisco Unified School District not otherwise required by the Charter or State law; at an election to be held on June 7, 2022.

Budget & TaxesGovernance & ElectionsSocial Services & Equity
By Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman
2-0
Charter Amendment#211289
Jan 26, 2022

This charter amendment aimed to simplify the approval process for certain affordable housing projects by reducing the need for discretionary reviews by city boards and allowing the Planning Department to handle reviews directly. The proposal was ultimately not approved.

Charter Amendment (Second Draft) to amend the Charter of the City and County of San Francisco to provide for streamlined review of eligible affordable housing projects by limiting discretionary review by City boards and commissions, and providing for Planning Department ministerial review in lieu of approvals by or certain appeals to City boards and commissions; to make corresponding amendments to the Planning Code and the Business and Tax Regulations Code; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and making findings of compliance with the General Plan and Planning Code, Section 101.1 and findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare under Planning Code, Section 302; at an election to be held on June 7, 2022.

HousingGovernance & ElectionsLand Use & Planning
Killed
3-1
Ordinance#211290
Jan 26, 2022

This ordinance calls for a special election on June 7, 2022, to let voters decide on a $400 million bond for transportation and street safety improvements in San Francisco. It also allows landlords to pass on half of the resulting property tax increase to tenants and requires certain projects to follow a Project Labor Agreement.

Ordinance calling and providing for a special election to be held in the City and County of San Francisco on Tuesday, June 7, 2022, for the purpose of submitting to San Francisco voters a proposition to incur the following bonded indebtedness of the City and County: $400,000,000 to finance the costs of construction, acquisition, and improvement of certain transportation, street safety and transit related capital improvements, and related costs necessary or convenient for the foregoing purposes; authorizing landlords to pass-through 50% of the resulting property tax increase to residential tenants under Administrative Code, Chapter 37; applying provisions of Administrative Code, Section 6.27, requiring certain funded projects to be subject to a Project Labor Agreement; providing for the levy and collection of taxes to pay both principal and interest on such bonds; incorporating the provisions of Administrative Code, Sections 5.30 through 5.36, setting certain procedures and requirements for the election; finding that the proposed bond is not a project under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); and finding that the proposed bond is in conformity with the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1(b), and with the General Plan consistency requirements of Charter, Section 4.105, and Administrative Code, Section 2A.53.

TransportationBudget & TaxesLand Use & Planning
By Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman, Shamann Walton
16-0
Ordinance#211295
Jan 26, 2022

This ordinance waives admission fees for San Francisco residents to the Japanese Tea Garden and the Conservatory of Flowers, and allows discounts for Veterans at these locations. It also enables the Recreation and Park Department to adjust fees for non-resident adults to fund these changes while maintaining consistency across the Gardens.

Ordinance amending the Park Code to waive fees for admission by San Francisco residents to the Japanese Tea Garden and the Conservatory of Flowers; to authorize the Recreation and Park Department to waive or discount other admission fees at these facilities as well as at the San Francisco Botanical Garden (all three collectively, “the Gardens”); to require the Recreation and Park Department to begin waiving admission fees for Veterans at the Gardens; to fund these changes by reauthorizing the Recreation and Park Department to set admission fees for non-resident adults at the Gardens through flexible pricing, based on certain factors and to ensure consistency among all three Gardens; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

HousingBudget & TaxesEnvironment
Passed
8-0
Resolution#211291
Jan 26, 2022

This resolution authorizes the construction and improvement of transportation and street safety infrastructure in San Francisco, allowing landlords to pass on 50% of the resulting property tax increase to tenants. It also establishes procedures for the election related to the bond funding necessary for these projects.

Resolution determining and declaring that the public interest and necessity demand the construction, acquisition, improvement, and retrofitting of transportation, street safety and transit related improvements, and other critical infrastructure and facilities for transportation system improvements and safety improvements and related costs necessary or convenient for the foregoing purposes; authorizing landlords to pass-through 50% of the resulting property tax increase to residential tenants under Administrative Code, Chapter 37; providing for the levy and collection of taxes to pay both principal and interest on such bonds; incorporating the provisions of Administrative Code, Sections 5.30-5.36; setting certain procedures and requirements for the election; finding that the proposed bond is not a project under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); and finding that the proposed bond is in conformity with the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1(b), and with the General Plan consistency requirement of Charter, Section 4.105, and Administrative Code, Section 2A.53.

TransportationBudget & TaxesLand Use & Planning
By Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman, Shamann Walton
8-0
Resolution#211305
Jan 26, 2022

This resolution allows the Recreation and Park Department to amend its agreement with the San Francisco Botanical Garden Society to include the Japanese Tea Garden and the Conservatory of Flowers in the lease for the San Francisco Botanical Garden. The changes will take effect once approved by the Board of Supervisors.

Resolution approving and authorizing an amendment to the Lease and Management Agreement between the Recreation and Park Department and the San Francisco Botanical Garden Society for the San Francisco Botanical Garden in Golden Gate Park, to also include the Japanese Tea Garden and the Conservatory of Flowers as part of the leased premises (which shall be known collectively as “the Gardens of Golden Gate Park”), to commence upon approval by the Board of Supervisors.

Environment
Passed
4-0
Ordinance#211264
Jan 26, 2022

This ordinance allows the Department of Public Health to accept an increased grant of over $2.2 million from the CDC to enhance sexually transmitted disease prevention efforts and adds eight new positions to support this initiative. The funding and positions are retroactively authorized for the period from January 1, 2021, to December 31, 2021.

Ordinance retroactively authorizing the Department of Public Health to accept and expend a grant increase in the amount of $2,246,359 for a total amount of $3,390,998 from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for participation in a program, entitled “Strengthening Sexually Transmitted Disease Prevention and Control for Health Departments (Sexually Transmitted Disease Prevention and Control for Health Departments),” for the period of January 1, 2021, through December 31, 2021; and amending Ordinance No. 166-20 (Annual Salary Ordinance File No. 200568 for Fiscal Years 2020-2021 and 2021-2022) to provide for the addition of eight grant-funded full-time positions in Class 0922 Manager I (1.0 FTE), Class 2593 Health Program Coordinator III (3.0 FTE), 2232 Senior Physician Specialist (1.0 FTE), Class 2803 Epidemiologist II (1.0 FTE), and 2119 Health Care Analyst (2.0 FTE).

Budget & TaxesPublic HealthSocial Services & Equity
By Rafael Mandelman
8-0
Resolution#211240
Jan 26, 2022

This resolution formally apologizes to Chinese immigrants and their descendants for historical discrimination and violence they faced in San Francisco. It also commits the city to addressing and correcting these past injustices.

Resolution apologizing on behalf of the Board of Supervisors of the City and County of San Francisco to Chinese immigrants and their descendants for systemic and structural discrimination, targeted acts of violence, and atrocities; and committing to the rectification and redress of past policies and misdeeds.

Public SafetyBudget & TaxesSocial Services & Equity
By Rafael Mandelman, Shamann Walton
4-0
Resolution#211227
Jan 26, 2022

This resolution allows San Francisco to operate and maintain two groundwater project wells on land owned by Daly City without paying a fee, effective until June 30, 2034. It also gives the General Manager of the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission the authority to sign necessary documents and make modifications related to this agreement.

Resolution approving and authorizing the execution of a No-Fee License with the City of Daly City for the operation and maintenance of two Groundwater Project Wells on land owned by the City of Daly City located at 377 and 370 South Park Plaza Drive, Daly City, San Mateo County, California; and authorizing the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission's General Manager to execute documents, make certain modifications, and take certain actions in furtherance of this Resolution, as defined herein, for a term to commence upon execution of the License through June 30, 2034.

Budget & TaxesEnvironmentBusiness & Economy
Passed
4-0
Hearing#200777
Jan 25, 2022

Schedules a public hearing about: Hearing of the Board of Supervisors sitting as a Committee of the Whole on November 10, 2026, at 3:00 p.m., for the Members of the Board of Supervisors to hear and receive updates on the progress and implementation status of the Unites States Department of Justice recommendations regarding reforms within the Police Department.

Hearing of the Board of Supervisors sitting as a Committee of the Whole on November 10, 2026, at 3:00 p.m., for the Members of the Board of Supervisors to hear and receive updates on the progress and implementation status of the Unites States Department of Justice recommendations regarding reforms within the Police Department; scheduled pursuant to Motion No. M20-125, approved on September 15, 2020.

Public SafetyHonorary / Symbolic
Unfinished Business
126-0 /4
Ordinance#211303
Jan 25, 2022

This ordinance requires the Director of Elections to provide information about San Francisco's open source voting pilot program to the California Secretary of State and to implement the program for the November 8, 2022, election once approved. It aims to enhance transparency and security in the voting process.

Ordinance amending the Municipal Elections Code to require the Director of Elections to submit information documenting the City’s intended open source voting pilot program to the California Secretary of State, on behalf of the Board of Supervisors, and, upon approval of the Secretary of State, to implement such a system for use at the November 8, 2022, election.

TransportationGovernance & Elections
By Rafael Mandelman, Shamann Walton
10-0
Resolution#211307
Jan 25, 2022

This resolution allows San Francisco to borrow money through bonds for the Special Tax District No. 2022-1, which is related to a power station project. It also addresses other related financial matters.

Resolution of intention to incur bonded indebtedness and other debt for the City and County of San Francisco Special Tax District No. 2022-1 (Power Station), and determining other matters in connection therewith, as defined herein.

Budget & Taxes
By Shamann Walton
8-0
Resolution#211308
Jan 25, 2022

This resolution establishes a special tax district in San Francisco for a specific area, known as Improvement Area No. 1, and sets a hearing date for March 8, 2022, to discuss related matters. It aims to facilitate improvements and funding for the designated area.

Resolution of Intention to establish City and County of San Francisco Special Tax District No. 2022-1 (Power Station), Improvement Area No. 1 and a Future Annexation Area; setting a hearing date for March 8, 2022, at 3:00 p.m.; and determining other matters in connection therewith, as defined herein.

Budget & Taxes
By Shamann Walton
4-0
Resolution#211311
Jan 25, 2022

This resolution urges the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency to prioritize safety improvements in areas around playgrounds, school zones, and senior zones, and to implement changes allowed by Assembly Bill 43 by the end of 2022. It aims to enhance pedestrian safety and reduce traffic-related injuries in these key areas.

Resolution urging the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) to prioritize and expedite Vision Zero improvements around playgrounds, school zones, and senior zones; and to urge the SFMTA to implement newly allowed changes by Assembly Bill (AB) 43 by December 31, 2022.

TransportationSocial Services & EquityHonorary / Symbolic
By Connie Chan, Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman
5-0
Ordinance#211265
Jan 25, 2022

This ordinance requires landlords to give tenants written notice and a chance to fix issues before evicting them for certain reasons, except in cases of immediate health or safety threats or unpaid COVID-19 rent. It also states that local eviction protections are stronger than state laws.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to require landlords pursuing certain types of evictions to first provide their tenants written notice and an opportunity to cure, unless the eviction is based on an imminent health or safety issue or the non-payment of COVID-19 rental debt; and making findings that the eviction protections in the Rent Ordinance are more protective than those found in State law pursuant to California Civil Code, Section 1946.2.

HousingPublic HealthGovernance & Elections
By Connie Chan, Myrna Melgar, Shamann Walton
9-0
Ordinance#211233
Jan 25, 2022

This ordinance designates the Casa Sanchez Building at 2778-24th Street as a historic landmark, ensuring its preservation under city planning standards. It also confirms that the designation complies with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's general planning goals.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to designate 2778-24th Street (aka Casa Sanchez Building), Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 4210, Lot No. 018, as a Landmark consistent with the standards set forth in Article 10 of the Planning Code; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and making public necessity, convenience, and welfare findings under Planning Code, Section 302, and findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman
9-0
Resolution#211238
Jan 25, 2022

This resolution allows the Department of Children, Youth and Their Families to use a $10 million grant from Crankstart to support community organizations that provide before and aftercare programs for the San Francisco Unified School District for the fiscal years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. It has been approved retroactively.

Resolution retroactively authorizing the Department of Children, Youth and Their Families to accept and expend a grant in the amount of $10,000,000 from Crankstart for support to community-based organizations to provide before and aftercare programs for San Francisco Unified School District for Fiscal Years (FYs) 2021-2022 and 2022-2023.

TransportationBudget & TaxesSocial Services & Equity
Passed
4-0
Resolution#211239
Jan 25, 2022

This resolution allows the Office of Economic and Workforce Development to use a $500,000 grant to support an additional 100 workers in San Francisco who lost their jobs due to COVID-19. The funding comes from the North Valley Workforce Development Board and is intended to enhance the city's workforce development efforts until August 19, 2023.

Resolution retroactively authorizing the Office of Economic and Workforce Development to accept and expend a grant in the amount of $500,000 from the North Valley Workforce Development Board, a recipient of the grant award from United States Department of Labor for CAREER National Dislocated Worker Grant to expand San Francisco’s public workforce development system to respond to an additional 100 dislocated workers impacted by COVID-19 for the grant period of October 1, 2021, through August 19, 2023.

Budget & TaxesPublic HealthBusiness & Economy
Passed
4-0
Resolution#211243
Jan 25, 2022

This resolution allows the California Enterprise Development Authority to reissue revenue obligations up to $11.4 million to finance or refinance educational facilities owned by the National Center for International Schools. It is necessary for compliance with federal tax regulations.

Resolution approving for purposes of Internal Revenue Code, Section 147(f), the Reissuance (for federal income tax purposes) of Revenue Obligations by the California Enterprise Development Authority in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $11,400,000 to finance or refinance certain educational and related facilities owned by the National Center for International Schools.

Budget & TaxesSocial Services & EquityHonorary / Symbolic
Passed
4-0
Ordinance#211225
Jan 25, 2022

This ordinance allows the Office of the City Administrator's Real Estate Division to create a cash revolving fund of up to $7,000. This fund can be used for various operational expenses as needed.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to authorize a cash revolving fund with a maximum amount of $7,000 for the Office of the City Administrator - Real Estate Division.

Budget & TaxesGovernance & Elections
Passed
8-0
Resolution#211228
Jan 25, 2022

This resolution allows the Office of Contract Administration to enter into a contract with Intervision Systems LLC for purchasing networking equipment and support from Juniper Networks Inc. The contract is valued at up to $40 million and will last for five years, starting from February 1, 2022, to January 31, 2027.

Resolution authorizing the Office of Contract Administration to enter into PeopleSoft Contract ID 1000023748 between the City and County of San Francisco and Intervision Systems LLC for the purchase of networking equipment, software and hardware/software support manufactured by Juniper Networks Inc., with a contract not to exceed amount of $40,000,000 and a total contract duration of five years commencing on February 1, 2022, through January 31, 2027.

Budget & Taxes
Passed
4-0
Ordinance#211201
Jan 25, 2022

This ordinance allows the Department of Public Health to accept and use a $658,150 grant from the California Department of Public Health for a home visiting program, covering the period from July 1, 2021, to June 30, 2023. It also adds one full-time Public Health Nurse position funded by this grant.

Ordinance retroactively authorizing the Department of Public Health to accept and expend a grant in the amount of $658,150 from the California Department of Public Health for participation in a program, entitled “California Home Visiting State General Fund Expansion,” for the period of July 1, 2021, through June 30, 2023; and amending Ordinance No. 109-21 (Annual Salary Ordinance File No. 210644 for Fiscal Years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023) to provide for the addition of one grant-funded full-time position in Class 2830 Public Health Nurse (1.0 FTE).

Budget & TaxesPublic Health
Passed
8-0
Ordinance#211021
Jan 25, 2022

This ordinance designates the Jones-Thierbach Coffee Company Building at 447 Battery Street as a historic landmark, ensuring its preservation. It also confirms that the designation aligns with environmental regulations and city planning policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to designate 447 Battery Street (aka Jones-Thierbach Coffee Company Building), Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0206, Lot No. 002, as a Landmark consistent with the standards set forth in Article 10 of the Planning Code; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and making public necessity, convenience, and welfare findings under Planning Code, Section 302, and findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
Passed
11-0
Resolution#211183
Jan 25, 2022

This resolution approves the annual reports for the Lower Polk Community Benefit District for the fiscal years 2018-2019 and 2019-2020. It is a requirement under California law and the district's agreement with the city.

Resolution receiving and approving annual reports for the Lower Polk Community Benefit District for Fiscal Years (FYs) 2018-2019 and 2019-2020, submitted as required by the Property and Business Improvement District Law of 1994 (California Streets and Highways Code, Sections 36600, et seq.), Section 36650, and the District’s management agreement with the City, Section 3.4.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
Passed
6-0
Ordinance#211133
Jan 25, 2022

The ordinance approves a 25-year lease for the Dolphin Swimming and Boating Club at 502 and 504 Jefferson Street, with rent based on a percentage of their gross receipts. It also waives the usual market rent requirements and includes provisions for public access to the property.

Ordinance approving a lease between the City and County of San Francisco and Dolphin Swimming and Boating Club, a California non-profit corporation, for City property located at 502 and 504 Jefferson Street, with an annual rent of 10% of all gross receipts that are not derived from its annual Dolphin Day and 4% of all gross receipts that are derived from its annual Dolphin Day, for a term of 25 years with an option to extend for 24 years, and general public access requirements; waiving the Administrative Code’s market rent determination requirement that otherwise would apply to this lease; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

HousingTransportationEnvironment
Passed
8-0
Resolution#211135
Jan 25, 2022

This resolution approves the annual report for the Discover Polk Community Benefit District for the fiscal year 2019-2020, as required by state law and the district's agreement with the city. It ensures that the district's activities and finances are reviewed and acknowledged by the city.

Resolution receiving and approving an annual report for the Discover Polk Community Benefit District for Fiscal Year (FY) 2019-2020, submitted as required by the Property and Business Improvement District Law of 1994 (California Streets and Highways Code, Sections 36600, et seq.), Section 36650, and the District’s management agreement with the City, Section 3.4.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
Passed
6-0
Ordinance#211093
Jan 25, 2022

This ordinance allows bars to operate in the Castro Street Neighborhood Commercial District under certain conditions. It also confirms that this decision aligns with environmental regulations and city planning policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to conditionally permit Bars in the Castro Street Neighborhood Commercial District; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.; and making findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare under Planning Code, Section 302.

EnvironmentBusiness & EconomyLand Use & Planning
By Rafael Mandelman
9-0
Ordinance#211100
Jan 25, 2022

This ordinance provides health insurance coverage to members of the Public Works Commission, Sanitation and Streets Commission, and Sheriff’s Department Oversight Board through the San Francisco Health Service System. It aims to ensure these officials have access to necessary health benefits.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to provide members of the Public Works Commission, Sanitation and Streets Commission, and Sheriff’s Department Oversight Board with health insurance coverage through the San Francisco Health Service System.

Public SafetyTransportationGovernance & Elections
By Shamann Walton
10-0
Resolution#211057
Jan 25, 2022

This resolution approves the annual report for the Castro/Upper Market Community Benefit District for the fiscal year 2019-2020, as required by state law. It ensures that the district's activities and finances are reviewed and acknowledged by the city.

Resolution receiving and approving an annual report for the Castro/Upper Market Community Benefit District for Fiscal Year (FY) 2019-2020, submitted as required by the Property and Business Improvement District Law of 1994 (California Streets and Highways Code, Sections 36600, et seq.), Section 36650, and the District’s management agreement with the City, Section 3.4.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
By Rafael Mandelman
6-0
Resolution#211058
Jan 25, 2022

This resolution approves the annual report for the Noe Valley Community Benefit District for the fiscal year 2019-2020, as mandated by state law and the district's agreement with the city. It ensures transparency and accountability for the district's activities and finances during that period.

Resolution receiving and approving an annual report for the Noe Valley Community Benefit District for Fiscal Year (FY) 2019-2020, submitted as required by the Property and Business Improvement District Law of 1994 (California Streets and Highways Code, Sections 36600, et seq.), Section 36650, and the District’s management agreement with the City, Section 3.4.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
By Rafael Mandelman
6-0
Resolution#211014
Jan 25, 2022

This resolution approves the annual report for the Ocean Avenue Community Benefit District for the fiscal year 2019-2020, as mandated by state law and the district's agreement with the city. It ensures compliance with reporting requirements for the district's operations and activities.

Resolution receiving and approving an annual report for the Ocean Avenue Community Benefit District for Fiscal Year (FY) 2019-2020, submitted as required by the Property and Business Improvement District Law of 1994 (California Streets and Highways Code, Sections 36600, et seq.), Section 36650, and the District’s management agreement with the City, Section 3.4.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
By Myrna Melgar
6-0
Ordinance#210869
Jan 25, 2022

This ordinance requires the San Francisco Police Department to analyze how to implement a system for registering private security firms. The goal is to ensure these firms comply with legal standards and do not engage in discriminatory practices like racial profiling.

Ordinance amending the Police Code to require the Police Department to perform an analysis for the implementation of Article 25, which, among other things, provides for registration of private protection and security services with the Police Department, to ensure that private security firms abide by all legal requirements and that they not engage in racial profiling or other discriminatory practices.

Public Safety
By Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman
8-0
Resolution#210880
Jan 25, 2022

This resolution approves the annual report for the Yerba Buena Community Benefit District for the fiscal year 2019-2020, as required by state law and the district's agreement with the city. It ensures that the district's activities and financials are reviewed and acknowledged by the city.

Resolution receiving and approving an annual report for the Yerba Buena Community Benefit District for Fiscal Year (FY) 2019-2020, submitted as required by the Property and Business Improvement District Law of 1994 (California Streets and Highways Code, Sections 36600, et seq.), Section 36650, and the District’s management agreement with the City, Section 3.4.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
Passed
6-0
Ordinance#211292
Jan 24, 2022

This ordinance regulates street vending in San Francisco by requiring permits and establishing associated fees and enforcement measures. It also updates various city codes to align with these changes and merges the Port's vending permit program with the Public Works program.

Ordinance amending the Public Works Code to regulate vending, require permits for vending, and authorize permit fees and enforcement actions; amending provisions of the Administrative, Business and Tax Regulations, Park, and Police Codes to conform with those amendments; amending the Port Code to merge its permit program with the Public Works permit program; repealing reporting provisions from the Health Code; and adopting findings under the California Environmental Quality Act.

Budget & TaxesEnvironmentBusiness & Economy
Passed
8-0
Ordinance#211298
Jan 24, 2022

This ordinance creates funds to support legacy businesses and public space in Central SoMa, while also facilitating the development of affordable housing by accepting land donations and providing fee credits to KR Flower Mart, LLC. It includes various regulatory approvals and environmental findings to ensure compliance with city planning policies.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to create the Central SoMa Legacy Business & PDR Support Fund and the Jackson Playground Park Fund; crediting payments to be made by KR Flower Mart, LLC under the Flower Mart Development Agreement against Eastern Neighborhoods Infrastructure Fees under Planning Code Section 423 and Transportation Sustainability Fees under Planning Code Section 411A; authorizing the City to accept land located at 71 Boardman Place and 356 Harriet Street (Assessor's Block 3779, Lots 084 and 112) for affordable housing; and providing KR Flower Mart, LLC credit against Jobs-Housing Linkage Fees under Planning Code Section 413 for the value of that land; authorizing the attachment of missing pages to the Transportation Demand Management exhibit of the Development Agreement; making findings under the California Environmental Quality Act, findings of conformity with the City’s General Plan and with the eight priority policies of Planning Code Section 101.1(b), and public necessity, convenience, and welfare findings under Planning Code, Section 302.

HousingEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
Passed
12-0
Motion#211279
Jan 24, 2022

This motion approves the Mayor's choice of Stephanie Cajina to serve on the Municipal Transportation Agency Board of Directors until March 1, 2022. The motion has been passed.

Motion approving the Mayor’s nomination for the appointment of Stephanie Cajina to the Municipal Transportation Agency Board of Directors, for a term ending March 1, 2022.

TransportationGovernance & Elections
Passed
8-0
Resolution#211237
Jan 21, 2022

This resolution allows the Department of Emergency Management to accept and use a $100,000 donation of air filtration units from the Bay Area Air Quality Management District. The units will support the Wildfire Air Quality Response Program from August 1, 2021, to July 31, 2024.

Resolution retroactively authorizing the Department of Emergency Management to accept and expend a gift of new air filtration units with an estimated market value of $100,000 from the Bay Area Air Quality Management District to support implementation of the Wildfire Air Quality Response Program for the project term of August 1, 2021, through July 31, 2024.

Public Safety
Passed
4-0
Resolution#211197
Jan 21, 2022

This resolution adds new areas to the existing Infrastructure Financing Plan for Treasure Island and makes amendments to support infrastructure development there. It also addresses related administrative matters.

Resolution proposing the addition of territory to and adoption of amendments to the Infrastructure Financing Plan for City and County of San Francisco Infrastructure and Revitalization Financing District No. 1 (Treasure Island) and project areas therein; and determining other matters in connection therewith, as defined herein.

Governance & Elections
Passed
4-0
Resolution#211199
Jan 21, 2022

This resolution calls for a special election regarding the establishment of an Infrastructure and Revitalization Financing District on Treasure Island. It also addresses related administrative matters necessary for the election process.

Resolution calling special election for City and County of San Francisco Infrastructure and Revitalization Financing District No. 1 (Treasure Island), and determining other matters in connection therewith, as defined herein.

Governance & Elections
Passed
4-0
Resolution#211206
Jan 21, 2022

This resolution allows the Department of Public Health to apply for continued funding under the Ryan White Act for HIV/AIDS emergency relief, requesting over $15.5 million for the San Francisco area for the upcoming year. It has been approved to support ongoing HIV/AIDS services in the community.

Resolution authorizing the Department of Public Health to submit an application to continue to receive funding for the Ryan White Act HIV/AIDS Emergency Relief Grant Program from the Health Resources Services Administration; and requesting $15,590,728 in HIV Emergency Relief Program funding for the San Francisco Eligible Metropolitan Area for the period of March 1, 2022, through February 28, 2023.

Public SafetyBudget & TaxesPublic Health
By Rafael Mandelman
4-0
Resolution#211164
Jan 21, 2022

This resolution approves an increase of over $10.6 million to a contract with the San Francisco Public Health Foundation for the Community Health Engagement Program, raising the total contract amount to just over $20 million through the end of 2024. It also allows the Department of Public Health to make minor amendments to the contract as needed without significantly increasing the city's obligations.

Resolution approving Amendment No. 2 to the agreement between the San Francisco Public Health Foundation and the Department of Public Health (DPH) to provide program administration and support services to the Community Health Engagement Program, to increase the contract amount by $10,668,262 for a total amount not to exceed $20,027,567 for a total agreement term of January 1, 2020, through December 31, 2024, to commence following approval by the Board of Supervisors, and to authorize DPH to enter into amendments or modifications to the contract prior to its final execution by all parties that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the contract.

TransportationBudget & TaxesPublic Health
Passed
4-0
Resolution#211165
Jan 21, 2022

This resolution approves an increase of nearly $18.2 million to an existing contract with Helios Healthcare for behavioral health services, raising the total agreement to about $27.9 million and extending its duration until June 30, 2028. It also allows the Department of Public Health to make minor amendments to the contract as needed without significantly increasing the city's obligations.

Resolution retroactively approving Amendment No. 2 to the agreement between Helios Healthcare, LLC and the Department of Public Health (DPH), for behavioral health services, to increase the agreement by $18,239,925 for an amount not to exceed $27,904,325; to extend the term by six years and six months from December 31, 2021, through June 30, 2028, for a total agreement term of July 1, 2018, through June 30, 2028; and to authorize DPH to enter into amendments or modifications to the contract prior to its final execution by all parties that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the contract.

Budget & TaxesPublic HealthHonorary / Symbolic
Passed
4-0
Resolution#211166
Jan 21, 2022

This resolution approves an increase of $2,085,454 to an existing contract with Health Advocates, LLC for services related to recovering funds for uncompensated care, raising the total contract amount to $20,100,000 and extending the contract term by two years. It also allows the Department of Public Health to make minor amendments to the contract without increasing the city's obligations.

Resolution retroactively approving Amendment No. 2 to the agreement between Health Advocates, LLC and the Department of Public Health (DPH) for uncompensated care reimbursement recovery services, to increase the agreement amount by $2,085,454 for an amount not to exceed $20,100,000; and to extend the term by two years from December 31, 2021, through December 31, 2023, for a total agreement term of January 1, 2014, through December 31, 2023; and to authorize DPH to enter into amendments or modifications to the contract prior to its final execution by all parties that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the contract.

Budget & TaxesPublic Health
Passed
4-0
Resolution#211167
Jan 21, 2022

This resolution allows the Office of Contract Administration to extend and increase funding for telephonic interpretation services provided by Language Line Services, Inc. The contract amount will rise by $1,794,000, bringing the total to $11,694,000, and the contract term will be extended by six months, ending on July 31, 2022.

Resolution authorizing the Office of Contract Administration to enter into a Fourth Amendment to the contract between the City and County of San Francisco and Language Line Services, Inc. for the purchase of telephonic interpretation services for City departments, increasing the contract amount by $1,794,000 for a total contract amount not to exceed $11,694,000 and extending the term by six months to July 31, 2022, for a total contract duration of four years from August 1, 2018, through July 31, 2022.

Budget & TaxesHonorary / Symbolic
Passed
4-0
Resolution#211178
Jan 21, 2022

This resolution allows the Recreation and Park Department to accept and use a $500,000 grant from the State Coastal Conservancy for the Twin Peaks Improvement Project. It also requires the department to maintain the project for 20 years after its completion and permits them to make necessary adjustments to the grant agreement without increasing the city's obligations.

Resolution retroactively authorizing the Recreation and Park Department to accept and expend grant funding from the State Coastal Conservancy Priority Conservation Area Grant Program in the amount of $500,000 to support the Twin Peaks Improvement Project (“Project”); retroactively approving the Grant Agreement which is on file with the Clerk of the Board which requires the Recreation and Park Department to maintain the Project for a 20-year period commencing upon project completion, pursuant to Charter, Section 9.118(b); and to retroactively authorize the Recreation and Park Department to enter into amendments or modifications to the Grant Agreement and to execute further agreements that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities of the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of this Resolution.

Budget & TaxesEnvironment
By Rafael Mandelman
4-0
Resolution#211179
Jan 21, 2022

This resolution allows the Department of Public Health to use a $3 million grant for a program focused on coordinating care and managing transitions for individuals with substance abuse and mental health issues. The funding is retroactively authorized for the period from September 30, 2021, to September 29, 2023.

Resolution retroactively authorizing the Department of Public Health to accept and expend a grant in the amount of $3,000,000 from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration for participation in a program, entitled “The Care Coordination and Transitions Management Project,” for the period of September 30, 2021, through September 29, 2023.

TransportationBudget & TaxesPublic Health
Passed
4-0
Ordinance#220041
Jan 20, 2022

This ordinance removes the Industrial Protection Zone Special Use District, allowing larger social service or philanthropic facilities and self-storage units in certain areas. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations and city planning policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code and Zoning Map to eliminate the Industrial Protection Zone Special Use District, and allow Social Service or Philanthropic Facilities Uses greater than 5,000 gross square feet subject to a conditional use authorization in PDR-2 districts; allowing Self Storage in PDR-2 Districts, subject to certain conditions; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and making findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare pursuant to Planning Code, Section 302.

Budget & TaxesEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Shamann Walton
13-0
Ordinance#211301
Jan 20, 2022

This ordinance requires city departments to review permits within 30 days and limits the issuance of fines for shared spaces violations until April 1, 2023, except for specific safety and access issues. It also directs departments to end the temporary shared spaces program by March 31, 2023, unless the local emergency is terminated earlier.

Ordinance amending the Administrative and Public Works Codes to urge departments to review permits within 30 days, limit until April 1, 2023, the issuance of fines for violations of shared spaces requirements except to enforce access requirements for persons with disabilities or first responder personnel, pedestrian and vehicular safety, and removal of abandoned structures, and directing departments to wind down the temporary program no later than March 31, 2023, subject to earlier termination of the Local Emergency; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

Public SafetyTransportationEnvironment
By Connie Chan, Myrna Melgar
15-0
Hearing#211316
Jan 20, 2022

This legislation calls for a hearing to discuss the findings and recommendations from an audit of the Social Impact Partnership Program by the City Services Auditor. It requests reports from the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission, the Auditor's Office, and the consulting firm involved.

Hearing on the findings and recommendations of the Office of the Controller's City Services Auditor (CSA) Audit Division performance audit of the Social Impact Partnership (SIP) Program of the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC); and requesting the SFPUC, CSA, and Sjoberg Evashenk Consulting, Inc. to report.

Governance & ElectionsHonorary / Symbolic
Filed
2-0
Ordinance#211250
Jan 20, 2022

The ordinance authorizes the City and County of San Francisco to settle a lawsuit for $135,000 related to an employment dispute involving Antoine Fisher, Jayel Whitted, and Tonya Lett. The lawsuit was filed in July 2019 and has now been resolved with this settlement.

Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Antoine Fisher, Jayel Whitted, and Tonya Lett against the City and County of San Francisco, et al., for $135,000; the lawsuit was filed on July 2, 2019, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC 19-577331; entitled Antoine Fisher, et al., vs. City and County of San Francisco, et al.; the lawsuit involves an employment dispute.

Business & Economy
Passed
10-0
Resolution#211251
Jan 20, 2022

This resolution approves a settlement of $68,141.36 to Peanut Wagon, Inc. for an alleged overpayment of property taxes made to the City and County of San Francisco. The claim was filed on July 15, 2021, and the resolution has been passed.

Resolution approving the settlement of the unlitigated claim filed by Peanut Wagon, Inc. against the City and County of San Francisco for $68,141.36; the claim was filed on July 15, 2021; the claim involves an alleged overpayment of property taxes.

Budget & Taxes
Passed
6-0
Resolution#211252
Jan 20, 2022

This resolution approves a settlement for $890,852 plus interest to FC 5M M2 Exchange, LLC, related to a claim of overpayment of real property transfer taxes. The claim was filed on May 25, 2021, and the resolution has been passed by the city.

Resolution approving the settlement of the unlitigated claim filed by FC 5M M2 Exchange, LLC against the City and County of San Francisco for $890,852 plus statutory interest; the claim was filed on May 25, 2021; the claim involves an alleged overpayment of real property transfer taxes.

HousingBudget & Taxes
Passed
6-0
Ordinance#211220
Jan 20, 2022

The ordinance authorizes the City to pay $975,000 to settle a lawsuit regarding alleged trespass and damage to property owned by the Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board. In return, the Board will dismiss the lawsuit and negotiate a lease for the City's use of property near 1920 Evans Street.

Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board against the City and County of San Francisco for $975,000; the lawsuit was filed on February 14, 2019, in the Superior Court of California, County of San Francisco, Case No. CGC-19-573781; entitled Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board v. Golden Bay Fence Plus Iron Works, Inc., et al.; the lawsuit involves alleged trespass onto the Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board’s real property and damage to that property, including the severing of subsurface fiber optic lines; other material terms of the settlement are the Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board, in exchange for the payment of the settlement sum, agrees to dismiss the lawsuit in its entirety with prejudice and negotiate in good faith a lease for the City’s use of real property located at or near 1920 Evans Street in San Francisco.

HousingTransportationEnvironment
Passed
10-0
Ordinance#211221
Jan 20, 2022

The ordinance authorizes the City and County of San Francisco to settle a lawsuit for $700,000 related to an alleged civil rights violation by Dacari Spiers. This settlement resolves the case filed in federal court on March 6, 2020.

Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Dacari Spiers against the City and County of San Francisco for $700,000; the lawsuit was filed on March 6, 2020, in United States District Court, Northern District of California, Case No. 20-cv-01357-JSC; entitled Dacari Spiers v. City and County of San Francisco, et al.; the lawsuit involves an alleged civil rights violation.

Social Services & Equity
Passed
12-2
Ordinance#211222
Jan 20, 2022

The ordinance authorizes the City and County of San Francisco to settle a lawsuit with Brendan Mannix for $225,000 related to an employment dispute. This settlement resolves the case that was filed in August 2018.

Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Brendan Mannix against the City and County of San Francisco for $225,000; the lawsuit was filed on August 16, 2018, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-18-568967; entitled Brendan Mannix v. City and County of San Francisco; the lawsuit involves an employment dispute.

Business & Economy
Passed
10-0
Ordinance#211223
Jan 20, 2022

The ordinance authorizes a settlement for a lawsuit regarding the assessed property value of 1 Nob Hill Circle, agreeing on a value of $152.6 million as of February 28, 2017, pending approval from the Assessment Appeals Board. This lawsuit was initiated by Leadwell Global Property LLC against the city in June 2020 concerning property tax assessments.

Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Leadwell Global Property LLC against the City and County of San Francisco for a stipulated assessed value of the real property located at 1 Nob Hill Circle, aka 999 California Street, San Francisco, CA (Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0255, Lot No. 002) (the “Subject Property”) of $152,600,000 as of February 28, 2017, contingent upon the Assessment Appeals Board’s approval; the lawsuit was filed on June 26, 2020, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-20-585163; entitled Leadwell Global Property LLC v. City and County of San Francisco, et al.; the lawsuit involves the assessed value of the Subject Property for property tax purposes as of the February 28, 2017, change in ownership date.

HousingTransportationBudget & Taxes
Passed
10-0
Ordinance#211224
Jan 20, 2022

The ordinance authorizes the City and County of San Francisco to settle a lawsuit for $70,750 related to an injury from a vehicle collision involving a Department of Public Works vehicle. The lawsuit was filed by Noel Clay in January 2019.

Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Noel Clay against the City and County of San Francisco for $70,750; the lawsuit was filed on January 16, 2019, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-19-572858; entitled Noel Clay v. City and County of San Francisco, Etelvina Blanco; the lawsuit involves an alleged injury when plaintiff’s vehicle collided with a Department of Public Works vehicle.

Governance & Elections
Passed
10-0
Resolution#211226
Jan 20, 2022

This resolution approves a settlement for Luxe Valet, Inc. to receive $243,233 from the City and County of San Francisco, along with the cancellation of certain tax liabilities and penalties for the years 2015-2017. The claims were originally filed in 2019 regarding refunds for parking and various taxes.

Resolution approving the settlement of the unlitigated claims filed by Luxe Valet, Inc. against the City and County of San Francisco for $243,233 plus release of outstanding gross receipts tax and payroll expense tax liabilities and related penalties, interest, and fees for tax years 2015-2017; the claims were filed on July 25, 2019, and September 13, 2019; the claims involve a refund of parking, gross receipts, and payroll expense taxes.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
Passed
6-0
Hearing#211160
Jan 20, 2022

This legislation calls for a hearing to review the implementation of Mental Health SF, focusing on the hiring process and status of funded positions from the 2020-2021 and 2021-2022 budgets. It requests reports from the Department of Human Resources and the Department of Public Health on these matters.

Hearing on the report of the implementation of Mental Health SF, including positions funded in the Fiscal Years (FYs) 2020-2021 and 2021-2022 budgets, when the hiring process started for each position, when each position was actually filled, and how many positions continue to be vacant; and requesting the Department of Human Resources and Department of Public Health to report.

Budget & TaxesPublic Health
Filed
2-0
Ordinance#211151
Jan 19, 2022

This ordinance reinstates certain provisions of the Graffiti Removal and Abatement Ordinance, including the collection of fees and fines for graffiti violations. It also requires Public Works to report to the Board of Supervisors on necessary implementation forms within 60 days and affirms compliance with environmental regulations.

Ordinance lifting the suspension of certain provisions of the Graffiti Removal and Abatement Ordinance regarding issuance of certain violations, and reinstating the collection of certain assessed fees and fines; requiring notice to certain Community Benefits Districts, Business Improvement Districts, or Green Benefits Districts as those districts are defined in Article 15 and 15A of the Business and Tax Regulation Code; requiring Public Works to report to the Board of Supervisors within 60 days the forms necessary to implement the Graffiti Abatement Ordinance; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
By Rafael Mandelman
8-0
Ordinance#220036
Jan 18, 2022

This ordinance allows for the establishment of electric vehicle charging stations as a recognized use in the city’s planning code, simplifying the process for converting existing automotive service stations and other automotive uses into charging locations. It also mandates annual reporting on the approvals of these projects by the Planning Department.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to create Electric Vehicle Charging Location and Fleet Charging as Automotive Uses, allow conversion of Automotive Service Stations to Electric Vehicle Charging Locations without Conditional Use authorization and principally permit conversion of other Automotive Uses to Electric Vehicle Charging Locations, revise zoning control tables to reflect these changes, and require annual reporting by the Planning Department regarding Electric Vehicle Charging Location and Fleet Charging project approvals; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1, and findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare under Planning Code, Section 302.

EnvironmentBusiness & EconomyLand Use & Planning
By Matt Dorsey, Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman
15-0
Resolution#211310
Jan 14, 2022

This resolution urges the Chancellor of California State University to negotiate a fair contract with the California Faculty Association that considers the high cost of living in the Bay Area and addresses issues of equity among faculty. It emphasizes the importance of improving student learning and faculty working conditions.

Resolution urging California State University’s Chancellor Joseph I. Castro to strengthen student learning and protect faculty working conditions by giving the California Faculty Association a fair contract that reflects the Bay Area cost of living, minimizes the divide between tenure-track and lecturer faculty, and responds to the faculty’s racial and social justice demands.

Budget & TaxesHonorary / Symbolic
Passed
4-0
Resolution#211312
Jan 14, 2022

This resolution supports California State Senate Bill No. 237, which mandates the State Board of Education to create a list of approved tools for schools to identify students at risk for dyslexia. The goal is to improve early detection and support for students with dyslexia in California.

Resolution supporting California State Senate Bill No. 237 (SB 237) introduced by Senate Member Anthony Portantino (SD- 25) on January 21, 2021; SB 237 would require the State Board of Education to establish a list of approved screening instruments to be used by school districts to screen pupils for risk of Dyslexia.

Social Services & EquityHonorary / Symbolic
By Connie Chan, Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman
4-0
Resolution#211313
Jan 14, 2022

This resolution supports the rights of workers at the San Francisco Bay Railway to form a union and negotiate for better working conditions and pay. It emphasizes the city's commitment to workers' rights and fair labor practices.

Resolution supporting the rights of Republic Services workers at the San Francisco Bay Railway to unionize and negotiate a fair contract.

Budget & TaxesHonorary / Symbolic
By Connie Chan, Rafael Mandelman, Shamann Walton
4-0
Hearing#211216
Jan 14, 2022

This legislation calls for a hearing to discuss pedestrian safety measures around public and private schools in San Francisco, including updates on traffic safety improvements and the Safe Routes to Schools Program. It requests reports from the Municipal Transportation Agency, Police Department, and San Francisco County Transportation Authority on these matters.

Hearing on pedestrian safety around both public and private schools in San Francisco; requesting a presentation on the on-going implementation of traffic safety and traffic calming improvements around schools; requesting an update on the Safe Routes to Schools Program; and requesting the Municipal Transportation Agency, Police Department, and San Francisco County Transportation Authority to report.

Public SafetyTransportation
By Myrna Melgar
1-0
Ordinance#210649
Jan 14, 2022

This ordinance allows the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission to issue up to $162.3 million in bonds to fund various capital projects for the Power Enterprise. It also authorizes the issuance of refunding bonds and confirms previous related actions.

Ordinance amending Ordinance No. 172-20, to authorize an increase of the issuance and sale of tax-exempt or taxable Power Revenue Bonds and other forms of indebtedness by the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (Commission) in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $162,314,897 to finance the costs of various capital projects benefitting the Power Enterprise pursuant to Charter, Sections 9.107(6) and 9.107(8), including amendments to the Charter of the City and County of San Francisco enacted by the voters on November 5, 2016, commonly referred to as Proposition A; authorizing the issuance of Power Revenue Refunding Bonds; declaring the Official Intent of the Commission to reimburse itself with one or more issues of tax-exempt or taxable bonds or other forms of indebtedness; and ratifying previous actions taken in connection therewith, as defined herein.

Budget & TaxesGovernance & ElectionsHonorary / Symbolic
Passed
13-0
Ordinance#211131
Jan 13, 2022

This ordinance defines "core delivery service" for food delivery companies and allows them to charge restaurants a maximum of 15% per order fee for this service without additional costs. It also requires these companies to inform restaurants about this option and to clearly outline all fees in their contracts.

Ordinance amending the Police Code to define core delivery service to mean a service that both lists a covered establishment on all of a third-party food delivery service’s platforms, including websites and mobile applications, and facilitates and/or performs delivery of food and/or beverages from the establishment; to exempt from the 15% cap on per-order fees, starting January 31, 2023, third-party food delivery services that offer restaurants the option to obtain only core delivery service at a cost of no more than 15% of the purchase price of an online order without requiring the purchase of additional services, and that notify all covered establishments with which the third-party food delivery services have an existing contract of this option no later than December 1, 2022; and to require that contracts between a third-party food delivery service and a covered establishment clearly define the fees, commissions, or charges associated with contracted services.

Public SafetyBudget & TaxesGovernance & Elections
By Connie Chan, Rafael Mandelman, Shamann Walton
12-0
Ordinance#211075
Jan 13, 2022

This ordinance authorizes the City to pay $600,000 to settle a lawsuit filed by Steven D. Lee regarding a personal injury he sustained on a City street. The lawsuit was initiated on April 29, 2020, in San Francisco Superior Court.

Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Steven D. Lee against the City and County of San Francisco for $600,000; the lawsuit was filed on April 29, 2020, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-20-584260; entitled Steven D. Lee v. City and County of San Francisco, et al.; the lawsuit involves alleged personal injury on a City street.

TransportationEnvironment
Passed
9-0 /1
Ordinance#211076
Jan 13, 2022

The ordinance authorizes the City and County of San Francisco to settle a lawsuit for $315,000 related to a personal injury claim from a vehicle collision. This lawsuit was filed by Andrea Gansheimer in January 2020.

Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Andrea Gansheimer against the City and County of San Francisco for $315,000; the lawsuit was filed on January 23, 2020, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-20-582426; entitled Andrea Gansheimer v. City and County of San Francisco, et al.; the lawsuit involves alleged personal injury from vehicle collision.

Governance & Elections
Passed
9-0 /1
Ordinance#211283
Jan 13, 2022

This ordinance allows the Sheriff to hire private individuals and companies to provide additional law enforcement services for retail and commercial businesses. It aims to enhance security in these areas.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to authorize the Sheriff to contract with private individuals and private entities to provide supplemental law enforcement services to retail and commercial establishments.

Public SafetyBudget & TaxesGovernance & Elections
By Rafael Mandelman
9-3
Ordinance#211132
Jan 13, 2022

This ordinance creates a portable Paid Sick Leave system for domestic workers in San Francisco, allowing them to accumulate sick leave benefits regardless of their employer. It also requires employers who do not offer sick leave to compensate domestic workers through this system.

Ordinance amending the Police Code to establish a portable Paid Sick Leave (PSL) system for domestic workers, and to require hiring entities that do not directly provide PSL to provide PSL payments to domestic workers using the portable system.

Public Safety
By Connie Chan, Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman
8-0
Ordinance#211173
Jan 13, 2022

This ordinance allocates $3,630,632 from the General Reserve and $5,098,123 from other revenue to the Department of Elections to cover unexpected expenses from elections in the fiscal year 2021-2022. It requires a two-thirds vote approval from the Board of Supervisors to pass.

Ordinance appropriating $3,630,632 from the General Reserve and $5,098,123 from other revenue to the Department of Elections to support additional costs from unforeseen elections in (FY) 2021-2022; this Ordinance requires a two-thirds approval vote of all members of the Board of Supervisors, pursuant to Charter, Section 9.113(c).

Budget & TaxesGovernance & Elections
By Rafael Mandelman
11-1