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The ordinance amends the Police Code to streamline the Cannabis Business Permit application process, prioritizing support for Equity Applicants and allowing for more flexible ownership transfer rules. It also sets conditions for permit amendments and establishes deadlines for applicants to provide necessary information.
Ordinance amending the Police Code to 1) allow Cannabis Business Permit applicants to qualify as Equity Incubators by supporting Equity Applicants prior to Cannabis Business Permit issuance and not only after permit issuance; 2) specify that Equity Incubators must provide support to Equity Applicants with which the Equity Incubators and their Owners have no ownership or profit-sharing arrangement in order to qualify as Equity Incubators; 3) give first priority for permit application processing to Equity Applicants that are sole proprietors or whose business is 100% owned by a combination of Owners that are verified Equity Applicants, give second processing priority to holders of Temporary Cannabis Business Permits that commit to sharing use of their facilities with one or more Equity Applicants, and add to the sixth (formerly fourth) processing priority Applicants that previously held Temporary Cannabis Permits, in addition to those that currently hold such permits; 4) prohibit transfers of more than a 50% ownership interest in a Cannabis Business for five years after the Office of Cannabis acknowledges receipt of an application for a Cannabis Business Permit for that Cannabis Business, instead of ten years from the date of permit issuance; 5) exempt transfers of ownership in a Cannabis Business triggered by an Owner’s death from transfer limits that would otherwise apply; 6) require that a Cannabis Business seeking a permit amendment tied to reduction in the combined ownership interest of all verified Equity Applicants in that Cannabis Business below 20% meet substantial equity commitments as a condition of amending the permit; 7) establish that an Applicant’s withdrawal of a Cannabis Business Permit application, unlike the abandonment of an application, will not bar a subsequent application from that Applicant from qualifying for priority processing; and 8) authorize the Director of the Office of Cannabis, at any point after an Applicant has submitted a Cannabis Business Permit application, to require an Applicant to submit needed information or documentation within 45 days, and declare an application abandoned if the Applicant fails to comply with the deadline without showing good cause for the failure; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.
This resolution addresses the findings and recommendations from a Civil Grand Jury report about Van Ness Avenue and urges the Mayor to implement those recommendations through her department heads and the annual budget. It has been passed by the city legislature.
Resolution responding to the Presiding Judge of the Superior Court on the findings and recommendations contained in the 2020-2021 Civil Grand Jury Report, entitled “Van Ness Avenue: What Lies Beneath;” and urging the Mayor to cause the implementation of accepted findings and recommendations through her department heads and through the development of the annual budget.
This resolution declares the Board of Supervisors' intention to rename a stairwell on Sonora Lane to "Vicha Ratanapakdee Way." The renaming honors Vicha Ratanapakdee, reflecting the city's commitment to recognizing community contributions.
Resolution declaring the intention of the Board of Supervisors to rename the stairwell at Sonora Lane between O’Farrell Street and Terra Anza Avenue, which runs parallel to Anza Vista and St. Joseph’s Avenues and is perpendicular to O’Farrell Street and Terra Anza Avenue to “Vicha Ratanapakdee Way.”
This resolution requires that all organizations funded by the Department of Children, Youth and Their Families include at least one youth member aged 14 to 24 on their Board of Directors by 2023. It aims to ensure that young people's voices are represented in decision-making processes.
Resolution urging the Department of Children, Youth and Their Families (DCYF) to require all organizations receiving funding from DCYF have a youth age 14 to 24 years old on their Board of Directors by 2023.
This resolution supports the LIFT Act, which aims to help low-income first-time homebuyers in San Francisco access low-interest loans for purchasing homes. It also encourages collaboration among city offices to establish a Municipal Bank to further assist these residents.
Resolution supporting the Low-Income First-Time Homebuyers (LIFT) Act; urging the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to work with the Treasurer and Tax Collector’s Office to identify ways to help low-income residents obtain low-interest loans to purchase their first home; and urging the Treasurer and Tax Collector’s Office to continue working with the Reinvest in San Francisco Working Group, the Board of Supervisors, and the Local Agency Formation Commission to establish a Municipal Bank in San Francisco.
This resolution expresses support for the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees as they advocate for safer working conditions in the motion picture and television industry in California. It has been officially passed by the city.
Resolution standing in solidarity with the members of the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees working in the motion picture and television production industry who are fighting against dangerous work practices in California.
This resolution extends the time by 12 months for the Planning Commission to decide on an ordinance that would allow up to four dwelling units per lot in certain residential zoning areas. It also affirms the Planning Department's environmental review and ensures consistency with the city's General Plan and priority policies.
Resolution extending by 12-months the prescribed time within which the Planning Commission may render its decision on an Ordinance (File No. 210866) amending the Planning Code to provide a density limit exception to permit up to four dwelling units per lot in RH (Residential, House) zoning districts; affirming the Planning Department’s California Environmental Quality Act determination; and making Planning Code, Section 302, findings, and making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.
This resolution urges the Secretary of the Interior to officially recognize the crash site of Roberto Clemente's airplane and the surrounding land as a historic site. It aims to preserve the location's significance in American history.
Resolution urging the Secretary of the Interior to recognize the crash site of Roberto Clemente’s airplane and adjacent land in the National Register of Historic Places.
The resolution designates October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in San Francisco to promote awareness and prevention of domestic violence. It aims to encourage community engagement and support for victims during this month.
Resolution recognizing every October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in the City and County of San Francisco.
This ordinance requires residential landlords to permit tenant organizing activities in common areas and to recognize and engage with established tenant associations. If landlords do not comply, tenants may petition for a rent reduction.
Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to require residential landlords to allow tenant organizing activities to occur in common areas of the building; require certain residential landlords to recognize duly-established tenant associations, confer in good faith with said associations, and attend some of their meetings upon request; and provide that a landlord’s failure to allow organizing activities or comply with their obligations as to tenant associations may support a petition for a rent reduction.
This ordinance updates the agreement between the city and the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 39 to change rules about work schedules and shift assignments for employees in the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission's Wastewater Enterprise. It has been officially passed and is now in effect.
Ordinance adopting and implementing the First Amendment to the 2019-2022 Memorandum of Understanding between the City and County of San Francisco and the International Union of Operating Engineers Stationary Engineers, Local 39, to revise San Francisco Public Utilities Commission Wastewater Enterprise rules regarding work schedules and shift assignments.
This resolution approves a three-year extension of a lease for FBI offices at the International Terminal, increasing the annual rent to $665,489, totaling $1,996,467 for the extension period. The new lease term will end on January 3, 2025, pending Board of Supervisors approval.
Resolution approving Modification No. 2 of Lease No. GS-09P-LCA03395, between the United States (U.S.) of America and the City and County of San Francisco, acting by and through its Airport Commission, to extend the term by three years, for a new term ending January 3, 2025, and increasing the annual rent to $665,489 totaling $1,996,467 for the extension term, for offices occupied by the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation at the International Terminal, to commence following approval by the Board of Supervisors.
The resolution approves a historical property contract for 714 Steiner Street, allowing the city to not renew the contract after ten years. It also authorizes city officials to execute and record the necessary documents regarding this decision.
Resolution approving a historical property contract between Leah Culver Revocable Trust, the owner of 714 Steiner Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 803, Lot No. 019, and the City and County of San Francisco, under Administrative Code, Chapter 71; electing not to renew the historical property contract as of the first day after the tenth anniversary date of the contract; authorizing the Planning Director and the Assessor-Recorder to execute and record the historical property contract; and authorizing the Planning Director to cause a notice of the non-renewal of the historical property contract to be recorded in the City Assessor-Recorder’s office on December 31, 2032.
This resolution allows the city to amend its contract with Recology for refuse collection services, increasing the total contract amount by $5,722,000 to $15,622,000 and extending the contract duration by seven months. The new contract period will run from December 1, 2020, to June 30, 2022.
Resolution authorizing the Office of Contract Administration to enter into a Second Amendment to the agreement between the City and County of San Francisco and Sunset Scavenger Company d/b/a Recology Sunset Scavenger, Golden Gate Disposal & Recycling Company d/b/a Recology Golden Gate, and Recology San Francisco (collectively, “Contractor”) for refuse collection services at City facilities; increasing the contract amount by $5,722,000 for a total not to exceed amount of $15,622,000 and extending the term by seven months from December 1, 2021, for a total contract duration of one year and seven months of December 1, 2020, through June 30, 2022.
This motion aimed to overturn the Planning Department's decision that a project at 35 Ventura Avenue did not require additional environmental review. The motion was ultimately rejected.
Motion conditionally reversing the determination by the Planning Department that the proposed project at 35 Ventura Avenue is categorically exempt from further environmental review, subject to the adoption of written findings of the Board in support of this determination.
This motion aimed to have the Board of Supervisors prepare findings to overturn the Planning Department's decision that a project at 35 Ventura Avenue did not require additional environmental review. The motion has been killed, meaning it will not move forward.
Motion directing the Clerk of the Board to prepare findings reversing the determination by the Planning Department that the proposed project at 35 Ventura Avenue is categorically exempt from further environmental review.
This resolution officially designates November 7, 2021, as St. Gregory the Illuminator Armenian Church Day in San Francisco. It acknowledges the contributions of the church and its community to the city.
Resolution recognizing November 7, 2021, as St. Gregory the Illuminator Armenian Church Day in the City and County of San Francisco.
This motion allows city meetings to be held via teleconference, in accordance with California law, to ensure public participation. It was passed to facilitate remote access to meetings, especially in situations where in-person attendance may be challenging.
Motion making findings to allow teleconferenced meetings under California Government Code, Section 54953(e).
This ordinance extends the agreement between San Francisco and the Committee of Interns and Residents for one more year, updates the Patient Care Fund details, and removes outdated language. It aims to ensure continued support and clarity in the partnership.
Ordinance adopting and implementing Amendment No. 2 to the 2017-2021 Memorandum of Understanding between the City and County of San Francisco and the Committee of Interns and Residents, Service Employees International Union, to extend the term by one year, update the Patient Care Fund provision, and eliminate obsolete language.
This resolution supports Mayor London N. Breed in declaring a local emergency due to the overdose crisis and calls for the immediate establishment of overdose prevention sites. It aims to address the rising number of overdose incidents in the city.
Resolution urging and supporting Mayor London N. Breed in proclaiming a declaration of the existence of a local emergency around the overdose crisis and immediately implementing overdose prevention sites.
This motion reverses the Planning Commission's approval of the environmental report for the 469 Stevenson Street project, pending the Board of Supervisors' written findings. It means the project will need further review before moving forward.
Motion conditionally reversing the Planning Commission’s certification of the Final Environmental Impact Report prepared for the proposed 469 Stevenson Street project, subject to the adoption of written findings of the Board of Supervisors in support of this determination.
This resolution officially designates October 2021 as "Children’s Environmental Health Month" in San Francisco to raise awareness about environmental issues affecting children's health. It aims to promote initiatives and education focused on improving the environmental conditions for children in the city.
Resolution recognizing October 2021 as “Children’s Environmental Health Month” in the City and County of San Francisco.
This resolution calls on President Biden to take action to reopen Sana’a Airport for civilian flights and to assist in addressing the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Yemen. It has been officially passed by the San Francisco city government.
Resolution urging President Joseph R. Biden to act to reopen Sana’a Airport to civilian travel and help stop the ongoing humanitarian crisis.
The resolution urges social media companies like Facebook, Twitter, and Google to acknowledge the negative impacts of their platforms and to enhance transparency by making their internal research publicly available. It has been passed by the city.
Resolution urging Facebook, Twitter, Google, and other social media platforms to take responsibility for the harmful effects of their products and improve transparency by publishing all internal research.
This resolution officially designates October 29, 2021, as Kate Herrmann Stacy Day in San Francisco to honor her years of service in the City Attorney’s Office and her retirement. It acknowledges her contributions to the city.
Resolution declaring October 29, 2021, as Kate Herrmann Stacy Day in the City and County of San Francisco, in recognition of her many years of outstanding service in the City Attorney’s Office and her well-deserved retirement.
This resolution officially designates October 2021 as "Filipino American History Month" in San Francisco. It aims to celebrate the history, culture, and contributions of Filipino Americans to the city.
Resolution recognizing October 2021 as “Filipino American History Month” and celebrating the history and culture of Filipino Americans and their immense contributions to the City and County of San Francisco.
This resolution urges the U.S. Senate to renew the Violence Against Women Act, which provides critical support and resources for preventing and addressing violence against women. It reflects San Francisco's commitment to protecting the rights and safety of women in the community.
Resolution urging the United States (U.S.) Senate to reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act.
This resolution urges the San Francisco Superior Court to prioritize criminal trials and open more courtrooms to protect the rights of defendants and victims to a speedy trial. It has been passed by the city legislature.
Resolution urging the San Francisco Superior Court to prioritize assignment of criminal trials and safely open more courtrooms to ensure that the speedy trial rights of both defendants and victims are upheld.
This ordinance removes regulations related to oil and gas activities from the Planning Code and updates definitions to exclude oil and gas production as an allowable industrial use. It also confirms the Planning Department's compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's General Plan and public welfare policies.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to repeal Article 12, which contains regulations governing land use activities associated with oil and gas exploration, development, and processing; amending the definitions of Heavy Manufacturing 2 and Heavy Manufacturing 3 to exclude oil and gas production or processing for fuel purposes as allowable Industrial Uses; 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.
This resolution addresses the findings and recommendations from a Civil Grand Jury report, urging the Mayor to implement accepted suggestions through department heads and the annual budget. It aims to improve the operations of the Superior Court based on the report's insights.
Resolution responding to the Presiding Judge of the Superior Court on the findings and recommendations contained in the 2020-2021 Civil Grand Jury Report, entitled “Continuity Report;” and urging the Mayor to cause the implementation of accepted findings and recommendations through her department heads and through the development of the annual budget.
This resolution addresses the findings from a report on improving San Francisco's fuel resilience and urges the Mayor to implement the accepted recommendations through her department heads and the annual budget process. It has been passed by the city legislature.
Resolution responding to the Presiding Judge of the Superior Court on the findings and recommendations contained in the 2020-2021 Civil Grand Jury Report, entitled “A Fluid Concern: San Francisco Must Improve Fuel Resilience;” and urging the Mayor to cause the implementation of accepted findings and recommendations through her department heads and through the development of the annual budget.
This resolution addresses the findings from a Civil Grand Jury report on achieving a living wage and urges the Mayor to implement the accepted recommendations in the city’s budget and through department heads. It aims to improve wage standards for residents.
Resolution responding to the Presiding Judge of the Superior Court on the findings and recommendations contained in the 2020-2021 Civil Grand Jury Report, entitled “Strategic Alignment: Breaking Through to a Living Wage;” and urging the Mayor to cause the implementation of accepted findings and recommendations through her department heads and through the development of the annual budget.
This ordinance removes the need for a Conditional Use permit when changing the use of an automobile service station to another type of business. It also updates zoning regulations and confirms that the changes align with environmental and planning policies.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to remove the Conditional Use requirement to change the use of an Automobile Service Station or Automotive Use to another use, and amend zoning control tables to reflect this change; 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 as required by Planning Code, Section 302.
This resolution urges the San Francisco Superior Court to create a more transparent online system for accessing criminal records and to improve the timeliness and professionalism of responses to information requests. It also criticizes the Public Information Officer for unprofessional behavior.
Resolution urging the San Francisco Superior Court to expedite implementation of a transparent criminal records request system by ensuring that requester access, method of payment and all files are available online like other jurisdictions, responding to press requests for information in a timely and professional manner; and condemning the unprofessional behavior of the Public Information Officer.
This motion aimed to reject the Planning Commission's approval of a Conditional Use Authorization for a project at 575 Vermont Street. However, it was ultimately not passed.
Motion conditionally disapproving the decision of the Planning Commission by its Motion No. 20921, approving a Conditional Use Authorization, identified as Planning Case No. 2020-000886CUA, for a proposed project at 575 Vermont Street, subject to the adoption of written findings by the Board in support of this determination.
This motion aimed to have the Clerk of the Board create findings to support the Board of Supervisors' decision to disapprove a Conditional Use Authorization for a project at 575 Vermont Street. The motion has been killed, meaning it will not move forward.
Motion directing the Clerk of the Board to prepare findings in support of the Board of Supervisors' disapproval of the proposed Conditional Use Authorization, identified as Planning Case No. 2020-000886CUA, for a proposed project at 575 Vermont Street.
This motion disapproves the Planning Commission's earlier approval for a Conditional Use Authorization for a project at 249 Texas Street, pending the Board's written findings. Essentially, it means the project is not currently approved and requires further review.
Motion conditionally disapproving the decision of the Planning Commission by its Motion No. 20930, approving a Conditional Use Authorization, identified as Planning Case No. 2020-003223CUA, for a proposed project at 249 Texas Street, subject to the adoption of written findings by the Board in support of this determination.
This motion directs the Clerk to prepare findings that support the Board of Supervisors' decision to disapprove a Conditional Use Authorization for a project at 249 Texas Street. The motion has passed, meaning the disapproval will move forward.
Motion directing the Clerk of the Board to prepare findings in support of the Board of Supervisors' disapproval of the proposed Conditional Use Authorization, identified as Planning Case No. 2020-003223CUA for a proposed project at 249 Texas Street.
This motion aimed to reverse the Planning Commission's approval of an environmental review for the 1525 Pine Street project. However, it was ultimately not passed.
Motion conditionally reversing the approval by the Planning Commission of a Final Mitigated Negative Declaration under the California Environmental Quality Act for the proposed 1525 Pine Street project, subject to the adoption of written findings of the Board in support of this determination.
This resolution retroactively approves an extension of the contract with Northpointe Software for the COMPAS system, allowing for an additional year of maintenance and support. It also reduces the total budget for the contract from $768,950 to $300,000.
Resolution retroactively approving a fifth amendment to the agreement between the Adult Probation Department and Northpointe Software, Inc., for maintenance and support of the Correctional Offender Management Profiling for Alternative Sanctions system (COMPAS), to extend the performance period by 12 months for a total term of 11 years from March 7, 2011, through March 7, 2022, and to reduce the total not to exceed amount from $768,950 to $300,000.
This resolution extends the time by 90 days for the Planning Commission to decide on an ordinance that would allow up to four dwelling units on corner lots in certain residential zoning areas. It also affirms the Planning Department's environmental review and ensures consistency with the city's General Plan and priority policies.
Resolution extending by 90 days the prescribed time within which the Planning Commission may render its decision on an Ordinance (File No. 210564) amending the Planning Code to provide a density limit exception for Corner Lots in RH (Residential, House) zoning districts, to permit up to four dwelling units per lot; affirming the Planning Department’s California Environmental Quality Act determination; and making Planning Code, Section 302, findings, and making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.
This motion supports the Board of Supervisors' approval of a Conditional Use Authorization for a retail cannabis store at 5 Leland Avenue and 2400 Bayshore Boulevard. It has passed and is now officially adopted.
Motion adopting findings in support of the Board of Supervisors' decision to approve the proposed Conditional Use Authorization, identified as Planning Case No. 2021-000603CUA, for a proposed retail cannabis use located at 5 Leland Avenue and 2400 Bayshore Boulevard.
This resolution designates October as "Dyslexia Awareness Month" in San Francisco to promote understanding and support for individuals with dyslexia. It aims to raise awareness about the challenges and strengths associated with this learning difference.
Resolution recognizing every October as “Dyslexia Awareness Month” in the City and County of San Francisco.
This resolution calls for a car-free connection from the beach to the bay and encourages city agencies to enhance accessibility to Golden Gate Park for all residents. It aims to promote equitable access to the park and improve transportation options in the area.
Resolution calling for the creation of a “Beach to Bay” car-free connection and urging the Recreation and Park Department and San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency to improve park accessibility and create equitable access to Golden Gate Park.
This resolution officially recognizes August 30 as International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances and will be observed annually. It also condemns the practice of enforced disappearances specifically in El Salvador.
Resolution retroactively declaring August 30 as International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances, and observing this date every year thereafter, and condemning enforced disappearances in El Salvador.
This resolution urges the California Supreme Court to reconsider a ruling that weakened anti-discrimination protections for LGBTQ residents in long-term care facilities. It aims to restore those protections to ensure fair treatment for all residents.
Resolution urging the California Supreme Court to review the Third District Court of Appeals ruling in Taking Offense v. California and restore anti-discrimination protections for LGBTQ residents of long-term care facilities.
This resolution urges the Department of Public Health to establish consistent standards for healthcare facilities to comply with California's vaccination mandate for staff. It also calls for healthcare providers to support their workers by offering on-site vaccinations and additional paid time off.
Resolution urging the Department of Public Health to set uniform standards for healthcare facilities to fulfill the California Department of Public Health order mandating vaccinations for health care staff, and for healthcare providers to provide support for their workers including on-site vaccinations and supplemental paid time off.
This resolution encourages full adherence to California's 2018 Proposition 12, which aims to improve the welfare of farm animals. It specifically urges compliance with the law by January 1, 2022.
Resolution urging full compliance of California’s 2018 Proposition 12, the Prevention of Cruelty to Farm Animals; and urging compliance by January 1, 2022.
This resolution recognizes abortion as a form of healthcare and opposes Texas Senate Bill 8, while urging support for women's reproductive rights at the federal level. It also declares San Francisco as a Champion of Reproductive Freedom and Justice.
Resolution recognizing Abortion as Healthcare, objecting to Texas Senate Bill 8 and urging approaches that uplift autonomy for women and other birthing people; urging the Biden Administration and Congress to pass legislation protecting Reproductive Rights; and declaring the City and County of San Francisco a Champion of Reproductive Freedom and Justice.
This resolution supports the California Recycling and Plastic Pollution Reduction Act, which aims to reduce plastic pollution and promote recycling in California. It has been approved to appear on the statewide ballot for the general election on November 8, 2022.
Resolution supporting the California Recycling and Plastic Pollution Reduction Act, also known as Plastics Free California, a ballot measure qualified to appear on the statewide California ballot for the general election to be held on November 8, 2022.
This resolution supports a California Senate proposal urging the federal government to change Social Security rules so that disabled adult children can keep their benefits if they get married. It has been passed by the San Francisco city legislature.
Resolution supporting California State Senate Joint Resolution No. 8, introduced by Senator Caballero to urge the President and the Congress of the United States to amend specified provisions of the federal Social Security Act to allow recipients of disabled adult child benefits under the act to continue to receive those benefits upon marriage.
This resolution urges California Governor Gavin Newsom to extend eviction protections related to COVID-19 until December 31, 2021, or beyond. It aims to provide continued housing security for residents affected by the pandemic.
Resolution urging California Governor Gavin Newsom to extend COVID-related eviction protections to December 31, 2021, or later.
This ordinance designates the Ingleside Terraces Sundial and Sundial Park as a Landmark, providing it with special recognition and protection under the Planning Code. It also affirms that the designation complies with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's General Plan and priority policies.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to designate Ingleside Terraces Sundial and Sundial Park, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 6917B, Lot No. 001, situated within Entrada Court, as a Landmark under 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.
This resolution allows the California Enterprise Development Authority to issue up to $17 million in revenue bonds to help finance the purchase and renovation of facilities for the Chinese American International School. It is a formal approval needed for tax purposes under federal law.
Resolution approving for purposes of Internal Revenue Code, Section 147(f), the Issuance and Sale of Revenue Obligations by the California Enterprise Development Authority in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $17,000,000 to finance the acquisition and renovation of educational and related facilities to be owned and operated by Chinese American International School, a California nonprofit public benefit corporation.
This resolution establishes September 15 to October 15 as "Latinx Heritage Month" in San Francisco, recognizing the contributions and culture of Latinx communities. It will be observed annually starting in 2021.
Resolution declaring September 15, 2021, through October 15, 2021, and every year thereafter, as “Latinx Heritage Month” in the City and County of San Francisco.
This resolution commends Governor Gavin Newsom for signing a law that establishes transparency requirements and protections for workers against harmful quota systems in warehouses. It aims to improve working conditions and ensure fair treatment for employees in the warehouse industry.
Resolution commending Governor Gavin Newsom for signing California State Assembly Bill No. 701, authored by Assembly Member Lorena Gonzalez, to create the nation’s first transparency requirements and protections against dangerous warehouse quota systems.
This resolution praises Governor Gavin Newsom for signing the Garment Worker Protection Act, which aims to ensure garment workers receive minimum wage and safeguards their health and safety. It highlights the importance of addressing challenges faced by these workers in the industry.
Resolution commending Governor Gavin Newsom for signing Senate Bill No. 62, authored by Senator Maria Elena Durazo, the Garment Worker Protection Act, to eliminate obstacles to workers being paid minimum wage and protecting their health and safety.
This resolution calls on state and federal leaders to increase the number of at-risk Afghan individuals allowed into the U.S. and to ensure that these evacuees and their families receive support and access to opportunities as they adjust to life in America.
Resolution urging our state and federal leaders to bring in more at-risk and vulnerable Afghan people to the United States, and that Afghan evacuees and their families be supported in their transition to American life and granted access to significant opportunities and benefits.
This resolution urges President Biden to halt the distribution of COVID vaccine boosters to the general public and to advocate for a waiver on intellectual property rights related to vaccines, while also promoting technology transfer to help low-to-middle income countries. The goal is to support global efforts to end the pandemic.
Resolution urging President Joe Biden to pause distribution of COVID vaccine boosters to the general population and to take a leadership role in supporting the Trade-Related Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS) waiver while promoting technology information transfer as it relates to vaccinations to low-to-middle income countries in order to end this global pandemic.
This ordinance designates the Canary Island Pine tree at 2251 Filbert Street as a landmark tree, which provides it with special protections under the Public Works Code. It also includes findings that support this designation and outlines necessary actions to implement it.
Ordinance designating the Canary Island Pine (Pinus canariensis) tree located at 2251 Filbert Street as a landmark tree pursuant to the Public Works Code; making findings supporting the designation; and directing official acts in furtherance of the landmark tree designation, as defined herein.
This motion disapproves the Planning Commission's earlier approval of a Conditional Use Authorization for a project at 450-474 O’Farrell Street and 532 Jones Street, pending the Board's written findings. Essentially, it puts a hold on the project until further review is completed.
Motion conditionally disapproving the decision of the Planning Commission by its Motion No. 20935, approving a Conditional Use Authorization, identified as Planning Case No. 2013.1535CUA-02, for a proposed project at 450-474 O’Farrell Street and 532 Jones Street, subject to the adoption of written findings by the Board in support of this determination.
This motion directs the Clerk to create findings that support the Board of Supervisors' decision to disapprove a Conditional Use Authorization for a proposed project at 450-474 O’Farrell Street and 532 Jones Street. The motion has passed.
Motion directing the Clerk of the Board to prepare findings in support of the Board of Supervisors' disapproval of the proposed Conditional Use Authorization, identified as Planning Case No. 2013.1535CUA-02 for a proposed project at 450-474 O’Farrell Street and 532 Jones Street.
This motion aimed to reverse the Planning Commission's approval of an environmental review for the 530 Sansome Street project. However, it was ultimately not passed.
Motion conditionally reversing the approval by the Planning Commission of a Final Mitigated Negative Declaration under the California Environmental Quality Act for the proposed 530 Sansome Street project, subject to the adoption of written findings of the Board in support of this determination.
This legislation involves a public hearing by the Board of Supervisors to discuss findings and recommendations from an independent review of the City’s equal employment opportunity policies. The hearing is scheduled for October 5, 2021, at 3:00 p.m.
Hearing of the Board of Supervisors sitting as a Committee of the Whole on Tuesday, October 5, 2021, at 3:00 p.m., to hold a public hearing on the findings and recommendations from the independent review by William B. Gould IV, a Charles A. Beardsley Professor of Law at Stanford Law School, on the City’s equal employment opportunity policies of the Department of Human Resources Equal Employment Opportunity Division; scheduled pursuant to Motion No. M21-125 (File No. 210891), approved on September 7, 2021.
This motion allows city meetings to be held via teleconference, in accordance with California law. It aims to facilitate public participation and ensure accessibility during meetings.
Motion making findings to allow teleconferenced meetings under California Government Code, Section 54953(e).
This hearing aims to gather recommendations for restructuring the Equal Employment Opportunity Office and to analyze best practices from similar cities. It will involve input from various city departments to improve the office's functions and oversight.
Hearing to receive recommendations on restructuring and reforming the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Office and a comparative analysis of the best practices of like urban jurisdictions with EEO offices, including core functions of the EEO Office within overall City government structures, staff reporting and investigation protocols, and general oversight; and requesting the Department of Human Resources, the Budget and Legislative Analyst, and the Office of the Controller to report.
This ordinance accepts a 12-kilovolt power line and related facilities for public use at the Seawall Lot 337 and Pier 48 Mixed-Use Project. It also ensures the line will be maintained by the city and complies with environmental and planning regulations.
Ordinance accepting the irrevocable offer of a 12-kilovolt power line and associated facilities (“12-kV Line”) servicing the Seawall Lot 337 and Pier 48 Mixed-Use Project, bounded by 3rd Street and Mission Rock Street, subject to conditions and limitations; dedicating the 12-kV Line to public use; designating the 12-kV Line for public power purposes; accepting the 12-kV Line for maintenance and liability purposes; affirming the Planning Department’s determinations 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; accepting a Public Works Order recommending various actions regarding the 12-kV Line; and authorizing official acts in connection with this Ordinance, as defined herein.
This resolution officially recognizes September 21, 2021, as Korean Chuseok Day in San Francisco and honors the Korean Center, Inc. for its support and contributions to the local Korean American community. It aims to celebrate cultural heritage and promote community engagement.
Resolution recognizing September 21, 2021, as Korean Chuseok Day and honoring the Korean Center, Inc. for its contributions to the Korean American community in the City and County of San Francisco.
This resolution urges the Municipal Transportation Agency to restore all transit lines and return to pre-Covid service hours by December 31, 2021. It also requests a written plan for this restoration to be released by September 30, 2021.
Resolution urging the Municipal Transportation Agency to reinstate all transit lines and restore pre-Covid service hours by December 31, 2021, and release by September 30, 2021, a written plan for restoration of all lines and service.