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Ordinance#210866
Oct 29, 2021

This ordinance allows for up to four dwelling units per lot, and up to six on corner lots, in residential zoning areas, with specific requirements like replacing protected units. It also ensures that new units built under this exception follow rent increase limits and allows for condominium conversion applications that include both existing and new units.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to provide a density limit exception to permit up to four dwelling units per lot, and up to six dwelling units per lot in Corner Lots, in all RH (Residential, House) zoning districts, subject to certain requirements, including among others the replacement of protected units; amending the Administrative Code to require new dwelling units constructed pursuant to the density limit exception to be subject to the rent increase limitations of the Rent Ordinance; amending the Subdivision Code to authorize a subdivider that is constructing new dwelling units pursuant to the density exception to submit an application for condominium conversion or a condominium map that includes the existing dwelling units and the new dwelling units that constitute the project; 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.

HousingEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman
22-3
Resolution#211144
Oct 29, 2021

This resolution approves a three-year extension of the ground lease between San Francisco and United Airlines, including rent adjustments and updates to legal provisions. It will take effect only after receiving approval from the Board of Supervisors.

Resolution approving Modification No. 1 to Ground Lease No. 96-0268 between the City and County of San Francisco, acting by and through its Airport Commission, and United Airlines, Inc. to extend the term by three years, provide for rent adjustments during the extension term, and update certain legal provisions required by applicable local, state, and federal laws, as defined herein, to take effect only after approval by the Board of Supervisors.

HousingGovernance & Elections
Passed
3-0 /1
Ordinance#211022
Oct 29, 2021

This ordinance allows the Municipal Transportation Agency to set parking rates at Kezar Stadium and the Golden Gate Park Underground Parking Facility, while also increasing rates for berth-holders at the Marina Small Craft Harbor. It clarifies enforcement authority for park violations and aligns the Park Code with the Transportation Code regarding fines and citations.

Ordinance authorizing the Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) to set parking rates at the Kezar Stadium Parking Lot, and Golden Gate Park Underground Parking Facility in accordance with Park Code provisions that authorize SFMTA rate-setting on park property and subject to Board of Supervisors approval, and making conforming edits to the Park Code; increasing parking rates for berth-holders at the Marina Small Craft Harbor; clarifying that the fines for certain violations of the Transportation Code apply to similar violations occurring on park property; clarifying the authority of Park Patrol to enforce the Park Code and issue parking citations; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

TransportationEnvironment
Passed
8-0
Resolution#211124
Oct 29, 2021

This resolution approves the transfer of a liquor license for Bottle Bacchanal, a business at 4126-18 Street, to sell beer, wine, and distilled spirits. It also requests that the state impose specific conditions on the license to ensure it meets public needs.

Resolution determining the transfer of a Type-21 off-sale general beer, wine, and distilled spirits liquor license to Bottle Bacchanal, LLC, doing business as Bottle Bacchanal, located at 4126-18 Street (District 8), will serve the public convenience or necessity of the City and County of San Francisco, in accordance with California Business and Professions Code, Section 23958.4; and requesting that the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control impose conditions on the issuance of the license.

TransportationEnvironmentBusiness & Economy
Passed
4-0
Hearing#210709
Oct 29, 2021

This legislation involves a hearing for public input regarding a proposed project at 575 Vermont Street, which seeks to demolish a single-family home and build a new four-story residential building with multiple units and parking. The hearing allows interested parties to express their support or objections to the Conditional Use Authorization needed for the project.

Hearing of persons interested in or objecting to the approval of a Conditional Use Authorization pursuant to Sections 209.1, 303, and 307 of the Planning Code, for a proposed project at 575 Vermont Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 4010, Lot No. 006, identified in Planning Case No. 2020-000886CUA, issued by the Planning Commission by Motion No. 20921, dated May 13, 2021, to allow demolition of an existing single family home and construction of a new, four-story, 40-foot tall residential building containing two dwelling units, one accessory dwelling unit, one off-street automobile parking space, and three class one bicycle parking spaces within the RH-2 (Residential, House, Two-Family) Zoning District and a 40-X Height and Bulk District. (District 10) (Appellants: Marion Parr, Scott Carr, Ron Altoonian, Victoria Carradero, and Chris Stephens) (Filed June 11, 2021)

HousingTransportationLand Use & Planning
Filed
15-0 /1
Ordinance#210870
Oct 29, 2021

The ordinance reallocates $850,000 from the city's general funds to various departments for specific services in District 10, including youth safety plans, trauma-informed services, an essential services hub, security cameras, and senior services. This funding aims to enhance community support and safety in the area.

Ordinance de-appropriating $850,000 from General City Responsibility and re-appropriating $250,000 to the Department of Children, Youth and Their Families for safety plan implementation in District 10; $100,000 to the Department of Children, Youth and Their Families for trauma informed services for youth in District 10; $200,000 to the Office of Economic and Workforce Development for an essential services Bayview Hub in District 10; $250,000 to the Office of Economic and Workforce Development for cameras in Visitation Valley; and $50,000 to the Human Services Agency for services for seniors in Visitation Valley in Fiscal Year (FY) 2021-2022.

Budget & TaxesBusiness & EconomySocial Services & Equity
By Shamann Walton
8-0
Ordinance#210936
Oct 29, 2021

The ordinance reallocates $229,630 from District 7's General City Responsibility fund, distributing it to various departments including the Arts Commission and the Department of Children, Youth and Their Families to support community projects. This funding is specifically aimed at initiatives under the District 7 Community Grants Initiative for the fiscal year 2021-2022.

Ordinance de-appropriating $229,630 from District 7 General City Responsibility (GEN) and appropriating $39,250 to the Arts Commission; $45,000 to the Department of Public Works (DPW); $43,380 to the Recreation and Park Department (REC); $32,000 to the General Services Agency-City Administrator (GSA-ADM); $70,000 to the Department of Children, Youth and Their Families (DCYF) to support the District 7 Community Grants Initiative under Participatory Budgeting projects in Fiscal Year (FY) 2021-2022.

TransportationBudget & TaxesSocial Services & Equity
By Myrna Melgar
8-0
Ordinance#200519
Oct 29, 2021

This ordinance modifies the Geary-Masonic Special Use District to require that inclusionary housing fees be used for projects within one and a half miles of the district or anywhere in San Francisco if not allocated within five years. It also affirms the Planning Department's environmental review and ensures consistency with the city's General Plan and priority policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to modify the Geary-Masonic Special Use District to require use of the inclusionary housing fee for a project within one and one-half miles of the boundaries of the district, or anywhere in San Francisco if not allocated within five years of payment; 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 adopting findings of public convenience, necessity, and welfare under Planning Code, Section 302.

HousingBudget & TaxesLand Use & Planning
Passed
10-0
Ordinance#210734
Oct 29, 2021

The ordinance designates the San Francisco Eagle Bar at 396-398 12th Street as a Landmark, which provides it with special protections and recognition. It also affirms that the designation complies with environmental regulations and aligns with city planning priorities.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to designate 396-398 12th Street (aka San Francisco Eagle Bar), Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 3522, Lot No. 014, 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 Rafael Mandelman
9-0
Ordinance#210421
Oct 29, 2021

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.

HousingBusiness & EconomyHonorary / Symbolic
Passed
8-0
Resolution#210873
Oct 29, 2021

This resolution allows the Recreation and Park Department to receive a $375,225 grant from the California Department of Parks and Recreation to improve Bay View Playground, with the requirement that the playground be maintained as public open space indefinitely. It also authorizes the RPD General Manager to officially record a notice of these maintenance restrictions on the property.

Resolution retroactively authorizing the Recreation and Park Department (RPD) to enter into and amend a grant contract with the California Department of Parks and Recreation in the amount of $375,225 that requires RPD to construct improvements at Bay View Playground on the condition that RPD then maintain the Playground as public open space in perpetuity pursuant to Charter, Section 9.118(a); and authorizing the RPD General Manager to record a Declaration of Restriction against Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 5420, Lot No. 001, providing notice of these restrictions.

Budget & TaxesEnvironment
Passed
4-0
Resolution#210913
Oct 29, 2021

This resolution extends the lease for Treasure Island between the Treasure Island Development Authority and the U.S. Navy for one additional year, now ending on November 30, 2022. The lease originally began on November 19, 1998.

Resolution approving Amendment No. 46 to the Treasure Island Land and Structures Master Lease between the Treasure Island Development Authority and the United States Navy to extend the term for one year to commence December 1, 2021, for a total term of November 19, 1998, through November 30, 2022.

Governance & Elections
Passed
4-0
Resolution#210915
Oct 29, 2021

This resolution approves an updated emergency declaration allowing the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission to replace and repair fences on watershed land in Alameda that were damaged by a fire, increasing the budget for the project from $4.25 million to $10.9 million. The action is in response to the damage caused by the SCU Lightning Complex Fire.

Resolution approving an updated emergency declaration of the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC), pursuant to San Francisco Administrative Code, Section 6.60, to replace and repair fences on SFPUC watershed land in Alameda damaged by the SCU Lightning Complex Fire, increasing the total not to exceed cost from $4,250,000 to $10,900,000.

Public SafetyEnvironmentGovernance & Elections
Passed
4-0
Resolution#210931
Oct 29, 2021

This resolution allows the District Attorney's Office to use a $2.5 million grant from the California Victim Compensation Board to help victims and witnesses with their compensation claims. The funding will support this project from July 1, 2021, to June 30, 2024.

Resolution retroactively authorizing the Office of the District Attorney to accept and expend a grant in the amount of $2,530,990.23 from the California Victim Compensation Board for a project, entitled “Joint Powers Agreement,” to assist victims and witnesses with compensation claims for the period July 1, 2021, through June 30, 2024.

Public SafetyBudget & Taxes
Passed
4-0
Resolution#210703
Oct 29, 2021

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.

Budget & TaxesHonorary / Symbolic
Passed
10-0
Resolution#210776
Oct 29, 2021

This resolution allows the Director of Property to sell up to 1.2 million square feet of transferable development rights from City Hall at fair market value. It also authorizes the necessary actions to complete these transfers in line with the Planning Code.

Resolution authorizing the Director of Property to sell up to 1,200,000 gross square feet of transferable development rights (“TDR”) from City Hall, located at 1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place, at or above fair market value; to execute and record Certificates of Transfer; and to take such additional actions as may be necessary to effectuate one or more TDR transfers in accordance with Planning Code, Section 128.

Budget & TaxesLand Use & Planning
Passed
6-0
Resolution#210885
Oct 29, 2021

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.”

TransportationEnvironmentHonorary / Symbolic
By Connie Chan, Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman
6-0
Resolution#200682
Oct 29, 2021

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.

Budget & TaxesSocial Services & EquityHonorary / Symbolic
By Myrna Melgar, Shamann Walton
6-0
Resolution#211055
Oct 29, 2021

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.

HousingTransportationHonorary / Symbolic
By Connie Chan, Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman
4-0
Resolution#211056
Oct 29, 2021

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.

Honorary / Symbolic
By Connie Chan, Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman
4-0
Resolution#211059
Oct 29, 2021

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.

HousingLand Use & PlanningHonorary / Symbolic
By Rafael Mandelman
4-0
Resolution#211060
Oct 29, 2021

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.

Land Use & PlanningHonorary / Symbolic
By Myrna Melgar
4-0
Resolution#211061
Oct 29, 2021

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.

Public SafetySocial Services & EquityHonorary / Symbolic
By Connie Chan, Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman
4-0
Resolution#211142
Oct 28, 2021

This resolution allows the Department of the Environment to partner with other cities and organizations by granting them a free, permanent license to use San Francisco's Zero Waste Signmaker Tool. The goal is to promote waste reduction and sustainability efforts beyond the city.

Resolution authorizing the Department of the Environment to enter into agreements with other municipalities and entities under which the City will grant a royalty free, irrevocable, and perpetual license to use the City’s Zero Waste Signmaker Tool.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
Passed
4-0
Resolution#211143
Oct 28, 2021

This resolution allows the Office of the Treasurer and Tax Collector to use a $130,000 grant from Larkin Street Youth Services to provide financial coaching for Transitional Age Youth as part of the Rising Up campaign for the year 2022. The goal is to support young people in managing their finances effectively.

Resolution authorizing the Office of the Treasurer and Tax Collector to accept and expend a grant in the amount of $130,000 from Larkin Street Youth Services for the purpose of providing one-on-one financial coaching to Transitional Age Youth through the Rising Up campaign from January 1, 2022, through December 31, 2022.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
Passed
4-0
Ordinance#210605
Oct 28, 2021

This ordinance requires the Police Department and the District Attorney to provide quarterly reports on domestic violence cases to the Board of Supervisors, the Mayor, and other City departments. The aim is to enhance transparency and accountability regarding domestic violence incidents in San Francisco.

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.

Public SafetyGovernance & ElectionsSocial Services & Equity
By Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman, Shamann Walton
8-0
Resolution#210976
Oct 28, 2021

This resolution allows Ish's Community Market, also known as Evergreen Market, to obtain a liquor license for selling beer, wine, and spirits at their location on Mission Street. It also requests that the state impose specific conditions on the license to ensure it meets public needs.

Resolution determining that the transfer of a Type-21 off-sale general beer, wine, and distilled spirits liquor license to Ish's Community Market, Corp., doing business as Evergreen Market, located at 2539 Mission Street (District 9), will serve the public convenience or necessity of the City and County of San Francisco, in accordance with California Business and Professions Code, Section 23958.4; and requesting that the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control impose conditions on the issuance of the license.

TransportationEnvironmentBusiness & Economy
Passed
4-0
Resolution#211008
Oct 28, 2021

This resolution approves the transfer of a liquor license for The Olympic Club at 524 Post Street, allowing them to sell beer, wine, and distilled spirits. It has been determined that this transfer will benefit the public in San Francisco.

Resolution determining that the transfer of a Type-21 off-sale general beer, wine, and distilled spirits liquor license to The Olympic Club, located at 524 Post Street (District 3), will serve the public convenience or necessity of the City and County of San Francisco, in accordance with California Business and Professions Code, Section 23958.4.

TransportationEnvironmentBusiness & Economy
Passed
4-0
Hearing#210134
Oct 28, 2021

This hearing aims to evaluate the current status of limited equity, cooperatively owned housing in San Francisco and determine how the city can support its financial health and sustainability. It requests reports from various organizations involved in housing development and management.

Hearing to discuss the state of San Francisco's inventory of limited equity, cooperatively owned housing and to assess the City's capacity to support the financial health, and sustainability of cooperatively owned housing; and requesting the Mayor's Office of Housing and Community Development, Enterprise Community Partners, San Francisco Community Land Trust, Mission Economic Development Agency (MEDA), San Francisco Housing Accelerator Fund, John Stewart Company, and the Board of Directors of Co-Ops to report.

HousingTransportationBudget & Taxes
By Connie Chan, Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman
2-0
Hearing#210894
Oct 28, 2021

This legislation involves a hearing to discuss the Family Violence Council's 10th report on family violence in San Francisco for the fiscal year 2019-2020. It also requests the Department of the Status of Women to provide additional information during the hearing.

Hearing on the Family Violence Council’s 10th Comprehensive Report on family violence in San Francisco for Fiscal Year 2019-2020; and requesting the Department of the Status of Women to report.

Public SafetyBudget & TaxesSocial Services & Equity
Filed
no vote
Ordinance#210810
Oct 27, 2021

This ordinance allows businesses to place signs on awnings or marquees in certain commercial and mixed-use districts, in addition to existing regulations for projecting signs. It also expands sign controls to more Neighborhood Commercial Districts and confirms compliance with environmental and planning regulations.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to allow business signs on awnings or marquees in addition to projecting signs in various neighborhood commercial and residential-commercial districts, and in certain Chinatown mixed use districts; applying business sign controls to additional Neighborhood Commercial Districts; 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 public necessity, convenience, and general welfare findings pursuant to Planning Code, Section 302.

HousingBusiness & EconomyLand Use & Planning
By Connie Chan, Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman
8-0 /1
Resolution#211141
Oct 27, 2021

This resolution approves a three-year extension of the ground lease between San Francisco and United Airlines, including rent adjustments and updates to legal provisions. It will take effect only after receiving approval from the Board of Supervisors.

Resolution approving Modification No. 3 to Ground Lease No. 00-0464 between the City and County of San Francisco, acting by and through its Airport Commission, and United Airlines, Inc. to extend the term by three years, provide for rent adjustments during the extension term, and update certain legal provisions required by applicable local, state, and federal laws, as defined herein, to take effect only after approval by the Board of Supervisors.

HousingGovernance & Elections
Passed
3-0 /1
Resolution#210874
Oct 27, 2021

This resolution extends the contract with Heluna Health for the San Francisco Homeless Outreach Team by 19 months and increases the total funding by $12,685,125, bringing the total contract amount to $51,819,067. It aims to continue providing outreach and case management services for people experiencing homelessness in the city.

Resolution approving the seventh amendment to the contract between the City and County of San Francisco and Heluna Health to provide comprehensive outreach and case management programming to meet the needs of people experiencing homelessness in San Francisco, known as the San Francisco Homeless Outreach Team, to extend the contract agreement term for 19 months from November 30, 2021, for a total term of August 1, 2014, through June 30, 2023, and increasing the contract amount by $12,685,125 for a total contract amount not to exceed $51,819,067.

HousingBudget & TaxesPublic Health
Passed
6-0
Resolution#210959
Oct 27, 2021

This resolution approves changes to CleanPowerSF's agreement with Blythe Solar IV to add energy storage to their solar facility and increases the contract amount by $83,096,000, bringing the total to $220,280,744. The contract will start in October 2022 and the duration remains unchanged.

Resolution approving amendments to CleanPowerSF’s power purchase agreement with Blythe Solar IV, LLC, to add energy storage capability to the existing solar energy facility and increase the contract amount by $83,096,000 for a total not to exceed cost of $220,280,744 to commence in October 2022, with no change to the term.

Budget & TaxesEnvironment
Passed
5-0
Resolution#210960
Oct 27, 2021

This resolution retroactively approves a grant agreement for the Mayor's Youth Employment and Education Program, which is managed by the Japanese Community Youth Council. The agreement covers the period from July 1, 2018, to June 30, 2024, with a total funding limit of $39,662,265.

Resolution retroactively approving the original grant agreement, first amendment, and second amendment for Contract No. 1000009982 for the Mayor's Youth Employment and Education Program between the Japanese Community Youth Council and the City and County of San Francisco, acting by and through its Department of Children, Youth and Their Families, for a total term of July 1, 2018, through June 30, 2024, and for a total not to exceed amount of $39,662,265.

TransportationBudget & TaxesSocial Services & Equity
Passed
5-0
Resolution#211001
Oct 27, 2021

The resolution authorizes the sale of a specific piece of land in Alameda County to the State of California for highway improvements for $152,952. It also includes provisions for a sale agreement, confirms the property as surplus land, and states that a competitive bidding process is not necessary.

Resolution 1) approving and authorizing the General Manager of the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (“SFPUC”) and/or the Director of Property, on behalf of the City and County of San Francisco (“City”), to sell certain real property located along State Route 84 and Interstate 680 in unincorporated Alameda County to the State of California (Parcel No. 65) for public highway improvements, acting through its California Department of Transportation (“Caltrans”), and the Alameda County Transportation Commission (“Alameda CTC” and together with Caltrans, the “Buyers”) for the amount of $152,952; 2) approving and authorizing an Agreement for Sale of Real Estate (“Sale Agreement”) for the sale of the Property to the Buyers, which includes a liquidated damages clause in case of default by the City; 3) authorizing the SFPUC General Manager and/or City’s Director of Property to execute the Sale Agreement, make certain modifications, and take certain actions in furtherance of this Resolution and the Sale Agreement, as defined herein; 4) adopting findings declaring that the real property is “surplus land” and “exempt surplus land” pursuant to the California Surplus Lands Act; 5) determining that a competitive bidding process for the conveyance of the Property is impractical and not in the public interest, in accordance with Section 23.3 of the Administrative Code; 6) affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) and adopting the findings required by Section 15091 of the CEQA Guidelines previously adopted by Caltrans in conjunction with the Project; and 7) adopting the Planning Department’s findings that the Sale Agreement, and the transaction contemplated therein, is consistent with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.

TransportationGovernance & ElectionsLand Use & Planning
Passed
5-0
Resolution#211047
Oct 27, 2021

This resolution allows the Department of Public Health to use a $6 million grant for a mental health program aimed at supporting student services from October 1, 2021, to September 30, 2025. It has been officially approved and is now in effect.

Resolution retroactively authorizing the Department of Public Health to accept and expend a grant in the amount of $6,000,000 from the Mental Health Services Oversight and Accountability Commission for participation in a program, entitled “Mental Health Student Services Act of 2019,” for the period of October 1, 2021, through September 30, 2025.

Budget & TaxesPublic HealthGovernance & Elections
Passed
5-0
Resolution#211048
Oct 27, 2021

This resolution allows the Recreation and Park Department to use a $1,634,540 grant from the California Department of Parks and Recreation for improvements at Crocker Amazon Playfield and Lake Merced Trail. It also requires the department to maintain these projects until June 30, 2049.

Resolution retroactively authorizing the Recreation and Park Department to accept and expend grant funding in the amount of $1,634,540 from the California Department of Parks and Recreation for the Crocker Amazon Playfield Project and Lake Merced Trail Improvement Project; and approving the form of the grant contract which requires the Recreation and Park Department to maintain the projects for the duration of the Contract Performance Period from July 1, 2019, through June 30, 2049, pursuant to Charter, Section 9.118(a).

Budget & TaxesEnvironment
By Myrna Melgar
5-0
Hearing#210582
Oct 27, 2021

This legislation involves a hearing about the city's plan to move individuals currently living in Shelter in Place Hotels into permanent supportive housing. It also requests a report from the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing on this transition.

Hearing on the City's plan to transition those currently housed in Shelter in Place Hotels into permanent supportive housing; and requesting the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing to report.

HousingTransportation
Filed
no vote
Ordinance#211096
Oct 27, 2021

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.

HousingGovernance & ElectionsHonorary / Symbolic
By Connie Chan, Myrna Melgar, Shamann Walton
12-0
Ordinance#211100
Oct 27, 2021

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
Ordinance#211131
Oct 26, 2021

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#211095
Oct 26, 2021

This ordinance reduces or eliminates fees for park admission and facility use for veterans and active military members living in San Francisco. It also allows for discounts to be extended to all veterans and active members once funding is certified.

Ordinance amending the Park Code to reduce or eliminate fees for admission to and use of certain facilities on park property for veterans and active members of the United States Armed Forces who reside in San Francisco; and expanding said discounts to all veterans and active members upon certification of funds by the Controller.

Budget & TaxesEnvironment
By Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman, Shamann Walton
10-0 /2
Ordinance#211098
Oct 26, 2021

The ordinance waives the fee for temporary street space occupancy permits on specific dates in December 2021 to encourage sidewalk sales during the holiday season. This allows businesses to set up sales on city streets without the usual permit cost.

Ordinance waiving the fee required by Public Works Code, Section 724.1(b), for temporary street space occupancy permits on City streets on Saturday, December 4, 2021, Sunday, December 5, 2021, Saturday, December 11, 2021, and Sunday, December 12, 2021, to promote sidewalk sales of merchandise during the holiday season.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
By Rafael Mandelman
7-0 /1
Ordinance#211125
Oct 26, 2021

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.

EnvironmentGovernance & ElectionsHonorary / Symbolic
Passed
8-0 /2
Ordinance#211132
Oct 26, 2021

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
Resolution#211081
Oct 26, 2021

The resolution establishes the prevailing wage rates for various categories of workers involved in City contracts, including those in public works, janitorial services, and security. It ensures that these workers receive fair compensation for their labor on City-owned or leased properties.

Resolution fixing prevailing wage rates for 1) workers performing work under City contracts for public works and improvements; 2) workers performing work under City contracts for janitorial services; 3) workers performing work in public off-street parking lots, garages, or storage facilities for automobiles on property owned or leased by the City; 4) workers engaged in theatrical or technical services for shows on property owned by the City; 5) workers engaged in the hauling of solid waste generated by the City in the course of City operations, pursuant to a contract with the City; 6) workers performing moving services under City contracts at facilities owned or leased by the City; 7) workers engaged in exhibit, display, or trade show work at special events on property owned by the City; 8) workers engaged in broadcast services on property owned by the City; 9) workers engaged in loading or unloading into or from a commercial vehicle on City property of materials, goods, or products in connection with a show or special event, or engaged in driving a commercial vehicle into which or from which materials, goods, or products are loaded or unloaded on City property in connection with a show or special event; 10) workers engaged in security guard services under City contracts or at facilities or on property owned or leased by the City; and 11) motor bus service contracts.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
Passed
4-0
Resolution#211084
Oct 26, 2021

This resolution approves leases for food and beverage concessions at the Harvey Milk Terminal 1 in San Francisco International Airport for a 12-year term, with a possible two-year extension. The leases will start once approved by the Board of Supervisors and require a minimum annual payment of $545,000 for the first year.

Resolution approving the Harvey Milk Terminal 1 Food and Beverage Concession Leases in Phases 3 and 4 - Lease 12, Lease No. 20-0042 between HFF SFO TWO, LLC, and the City and County of San Francisco, acting by and through its Airport Commission, for a term of 12 years with one two-year option to extend at the Airport’s sole discretion, and a minimum annual guarantee of $545,000 for the first year of the Lease, to commence upon approval by the Board of Supervisors.

Governance & ElectionsSocial Services & Equity
Passed
4-0
Resolution#211085
Oct 26, 2021

This resolution approves food and beverage concession leases for Harvey Milk Terminal 1 at the airport, allowing Heigh Connects, LLC to operate for 12 years with a possible two-year extension. The lease includes a minimum annual payment of $570,000 for the first year, starting after the Board of Supervisors' approval.

Resolution approving the Harvey Milk Terminal 1 Food and Beverage Concession Leases in Phases 3 and 4 - Lease 14, Lease No. 20-0044 between Heigh Connects, LLC, and the City and County of San Francisco, acting by and through its Airport Commission, for a term of 12 years with one two-year option to extend at the Airport’s sole discretion, and a minimum annual guarantee of $570,000 for the first year of the Lease, to commence upon approval by the Board of Supervisors.

Governance & ElectionsSocial Services & Equity
Passed
4-0
Ordinance#211099
Oct 26, 2021

This ordinance allows the Office of Economic and Workforce Development to place up to 300 banners each year for three years without paying fees, promoting the "Shop & Dine in the 49" campaign. It also confirms that the Planning Department's assessment complies with environmental regulations.

Ordinance waiving the banner fees under Public Works Code, Section 184.78, for the placement of up to 300 banners per year, for three years starting on November 20, 2021, by the Office of Economic and Workforce Development to publicize the City’s “Shop & Dine in the 49” campaign; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

Budget & TaxesEnvironmentBusiness & Economy
By Rafael Mandelman
7-0 /1
Resolution#211086
Oct 26, 2021

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.

HousingGovernance & ElectionsHonorary / Symbolic
Passed
3-0 /1
Resolution#211089
Oct 26, 2021

This resolution allows the Department of Technology to contract with AT&T for wired voice and data services, with a budget limit of $80 million over a six-and-a-half-year period, from January 2022 to June 2028, plus a potential five-year extension. It aims to ensure the city has reliable telecommunications infrastructure.

Resolution authorizing the Department of Technology to enter into an agreement with AT&T Corporation to purchase wired voice and data network and telecommunication services, with a not to exceed amount of $80,000,000 for a six and one-half year term of January 1, 2022, through June 30, 2028, and with one five-year option to extend, pursuant to Charter, Section 9.118.

Transportation
Passed
3-0 /1
Resolution#211134
Oct 26, 2021

This resolution allows the Port of San Francisco to receive and use a $1,493,000 grant from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife for the Heron’s Head Park Shoreline Resilience Project, which will take place from January 1, 2022, to December 31, 2024. The project aims to enhance the shoreline's resilience at Heron’s Head Park.

Resolution authorizing the Port of San Francisco to accept and expend a grant in the amount of $1,493,000 from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife to fund the Heron’s Head Park Shoreline Resilience Project from January 1, 2022, through December 31, 2024.

Budget & TaxesEnvironment
Passed
3-0 /1
Resolution#211088
Oct 26, 2021

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.

TransportationBudget & TaxesHonorary / Symbolic
Passed
11-0 /2
Hearing#211137
Oct 26, 2021

This hearing addresses issues with Shared Mobility Device users and companies not following safety laws meant to protect all road users, including vulnerable groups. It requests reports from the Municipal Transportation Agency and the companies involved on their compliance with these regulations.

Hearing to address non-compliance by Shared Mobility Device permittees and riders of Shared Mobility Devices with laws and regulations designed to protect the health and safety of riders and pedestrians, including families, seniors and people with disabilities; and requesting the Municipal Transportation Agency and Shared Mobility Device permittees to report.

TransportationPublic HealthSocial Services & Equity
Filed
1-0
Hearing#211117
Oct 26, 2021

This hearing focuses on reviewing the Budget and Appropriations Committee's spending plan for 2021-2023, particularly for essential human services. It requests reports from several city departments, including Public Health and Homelessness, on their spending plans.

Hearing on the Budget and Appropriations Committee's 2021-2023 spending plan, specifically departmental spending plans for essential human services; and requesting the Department of Public Health, Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing, Mayor's Office of Housing and Community Development, and the Office of Economic and Workforce Development to report.

HousingBudget & TaxesPublic Health
Filed
no vote
Ordinance#211097
Oct 26, 2021

This ordinance reallocates funds by taking $71,365 from the Department of Public Works and $69,209 from the City Planning Department, and instead provides $140,574 to the Department of Public Works for a safety needs assessment at Buena Vista Horace Mann K-8 Community School. It affects the budget for Fiscal Year 2021-2022.

Ordinance de-appropriating $71,365 previously appropriated to the Department of Public Works (DPW) and $69,209 previously appropriated to the City Planning Department (CPC), and re-appropriating $140,574 to the Department of Public Works for a safety needs assessment at Buena Vista Horace Mann K-8 Community School in Fiscal Year (FY) 2021-2022.

TransportationBudget & Taxes
By Myrna Melgar, Shamann Walton
6-0 /2
Ordinance#211126
Oct 26, 2021

The ordinance allows the Mayor's Office to accept a $3,407,000 grant from Bloomberg Philanthropies and adds new staff positions funded by this grant. It includes one position in the Mayor's Office and four positions in the City Administrator's Office, effective from October 1, 2021, to August 31, 2024.

Ordinance retroactively authorizing the Office of the Mayor to accept and expend a grant in the amount of $3,407,000 from Bloomberg Philanthropies, and amending Ordinance No. 109-21 (Annual Salary Ordinance File No. 210644 for Fiscal Years (FYs) 2021-2022 and 2022-2023) to provide for the addition of one grant funded Class 0904 Mayoral Staff XVI position (FTE 1.0) at the Office of the Mayor, two grant funded Class 1043 Engineer positions (FTE 2.0) at the Office of the City Administrator, and two grant funded Class 1053 Senior Business Analyst positions (FTE 2.0) at the Office of the City Administrator, for the period of October 1, 2021, through August 31, 2024.

Budget & TaxesBusiness & EconomySocial Services & Equity
Passed
8-0
Resolution#211087
Oct 26, 2021

This resolution approves an agreement to exchange city-owned property at 530 Sansome Street for part of the property at 425-439 Washington Street, allowing for the development of a new fire station. It also includes necessary environmental and planning findings to ensure the project aligns with city regulations.

Resolution ratifying the Conditional Property Exchange Agreement and Related Transaction Documents with EQX Jackson SQ Holdco LLC for a transfer of City real property at 530 Sansome Street (Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0206, Lot No. 017), under the jurisdiction of the Fire Department, in exchange for a portion of the real property at 425-439 Washington Street (Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0206, Lot Nos. 013 and 014); authorizing the Director of Property and City staff to proceed with the proposed Fire Station development project, subject to several conditions, as defined herein; adopting findings pursuant to 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.

HousingEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
Passed
4-0
Hearing#211138
Oct 26, 2021

This legislation calls for a hearing to discuss the interim use plan for 730 Stanyan Street. It requests presentations from the Mayor's Office of Housing and Community Development, the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing, and the Department of Public Health.

Hearing on the interim use plan for 730 Stanyan Street; and requesting the Mayor's Office of Housing and Community Development, Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing, and Department of Public Health to present.

HousingTransportationPublic Health
Filed
1-0 /1
Resolution#210943
Oct 26, 2021

This resolution allows the Recreation and Park Department to receive and use up to $118,000 in cash or in-kind grants from the San Francisco Parks Alliance for various community activities and staff support in the fiscal year 2021-2022. It aims to enhance recreation programming and community events.

Resolution authorizing the Recreation and Park Department to accept and expend up to $118,000 of cash or in-kind grants for annual support (for community events, staff development and appreciation, recreation programming and other activities) from the San Francisco Parks Alliance in Fiscal Year (FY) 2021-2022.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
Filed
1-0 /1
Resolution#211049
Oct 26, 2021

This resolution allows the Recreation and Park Department to receive and use up to $400,000 in cash or in-kind grants from the San Francisco Parks Alliance for restoration projects in the Japanese Tea Garden. The funding will be available from the time the Board of Supervisors approves it until the project is substantially completed.

Resolution authorizing the Recreation and Park Department to accept and expend cash and/or in-kind grants from the San Francisco Parks Alliance (SFPA) valued at up to $400,000 for restoration projects in the Japanese Tea Garden project for the project term of upon approval of Board of Supervisors until Notice of Substantial Completion.

Budget & TaxesEnvironment
Passed
8-0 /2
Resolution#211082
Oct 26, 2021

This resolution approves an emergency declaration allowing the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission to hire contractors for tree removal, slope repair, and debris removal in Stern Grove due to flooding damage. The total cost for these services is estimated to be up to $4 million.

Resolution approving an emergency declaration of the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission pursuant to Administrative Code, Section 6.60, to contract resources for tree removal, slope repair and debris removal in Stern Grove, which was damaged by flooding caused by a failed air valve on a water transmission pipeline, with a total estimated cost not to exceed $4,000,000.

Public SafetyEnvironmentGovernance & Elections
Passed
4-0
Resolution#211083
Oct 26, 2021

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.

Budget & TaxesEnvironmentHonorary / Symbolic
Passed
4-0
Hearing#210927
Oct 26, 2021

This legislation involves a hearing for people who want to express their opinions about a project at 35 Ventura Avenue, which includes adding a second floor to a proposed single-family home. The hearing is to review whether the project is exempt from environmental review under California law.

Hearing of persons interested in or objecting to the determination of exemption from environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act issued as a Categorical Exemption by the Planning Department on November 18, 2018, for the proposed project at 35 Ventura Avenue, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 2816, Lot No. 008, to include the second floor addition of 15 feet in height for the proposed property that would consist of an approximately 30 foot tall, 3,000 square foot, single family home. (District 7) (Appellant: Ryan Patterson of Zacks, Freedman & Patterson PC, on behalf of Tom and Kari Rocca) (Filed August 30, 2021)

Budget & TaxesEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
Filed
8-0
Motion#210928
Oct 26, 2021

The motion confirms that the Planning Department has determined the project at 35 Ventura Avenue does not require additional environmental review due to its categorically exempt status. This means the project can proceed without further environmental assessments.

Motion affirming the determination by the Planning Department that the proposed project at 35 Ventura Avenue is categorically exempt from further environmental review.

EnvironmentLand Use & Planning
Passed
12-0
Motion#210929
Oct 26, 2021

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.

EnvironmentLand Use & PlanningHonorary / Symbolic
Killed
12-0
Motion#210930
Oct 26, 2021

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.

EnvironmentLand Use & PlanningHonorary / Symbolic
Killed
12-0
Ordinance#210937
Oct 26, 2021

This ordinance exempts certain transfers of rent-restricted affordable housing valued at $5 million or more from increased transfer tax rates, effective from January 1, 2021. It also confirms the Planning Department's compliance with environmental regulations.

Ordinance amending the Business and Tax Regulations Code to exempt certain transfers of rent-restricted affordable housing occurring on or after January 1, 2021, from the increased transfer tax rates when the consideration or value of the interest or property conveyed equals or exceeds $5,000,000; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

HousingBudget & TaxesEnvironment
By Connie Chan, Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman
8-0
Ordinance#210497
Oct 26, 2021

This ordinance removes the Life Science and Medical Special Use District from the Planning Code and Zoning Map. It also confirms that the changes align with environmental regulations and the city's General Plan priorities.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code and Zoning Map to eliminate the Life Science and Medical Special Use 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 adopting findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare under Planning Code, Section 302.

Public HealthEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Shamann Walton
9-0
Ordinance#210699
Oct 26, 2021

This ordinance clarifies the rules for building Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and ensures that landlords cannot remove certain tenant services without a valid reason, stating that simply getting a building permit is not enough. It also includes necessary findings related to tenant protection and environmental regulations.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to clarify the requirements for applications to construct Accessory Dwelling Units under the City’s local Accessory Dwelling Unit approval process; amending the Administrative Code to clarify that landlords may not remove certain tenant housing services without just cause and that issuance of a building permit does not constitute just cause; making findings as required by the Tenant Protection Act of 2019; 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.

HousingEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Connie Chan, Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman
9-0
Ordinance#210934
Oct 26, 2021

This ordinance extends the deadline by about two years for existing buildings with public access to meet accessibility requirements for people with disabilities. It also allows for longer periods to grant extensions and for the Department of Building Inspection to report to the Board of Supervisors.

Ordinance amending the Building Code to extend the time by approximately two years for existing buildings with a place of public accommodation to comply with the requirement to have all primary entries and paths of travel into the building accessible to persons with disabilities or to receive a City determination of equivalent facilitation, technical infeasibility, or unreasonable hardship; to extend the period for granting extensions from those deadlines; and to extend the time for the Department of Building Inspection’s report to the Board of Supervisors.

Budget & TaxesLand Use & PlanningSocial Services & Equity
By Connie Chan
10-0
Ordinance#210963
Oct 26, 2021

This ordinance extends the restrictions on residential evictions in San Francisco, allowing them only for non-payment of rent, violence, or health and safety issues until December 31, 2021. It amends the Administrative Code to reflect this change.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to extend the COVID-19 based limit on residential evictions, which allows evictions only if based on the non-payment of rent or violence or health and safety issues, from September 30, 2021, through December 31, 2021.

HousingPublic HealthGovernance & Elections
By Connie Chan, Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman
9-0
Ordinance#210835
Oct 26, 2021

The ordinance updates the Local Business Enterprise (LBE) and Non-Discrimination in Contracting rules to raise certification size limits, increase penalties for violations, and improve payment timelines for subcontractors. It also introduces new programs to support small businesses and raises certain contracting thresholds.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to revise the Local Business Enterprise (LBE) and Non-Discrimination in Contracting Ordinance (Chapter 14B) to: 1) increase the LBE certification size thresholds and authorize an automatic increase to the thresholds every five years based on the consumer price index; 2) change the LBE certification size threshold term of calculation from an average of gross annual receipts in the prior three to the prior five years; 3) increase penalties for violations of Chapter 14B from up to 10% to up to 25% of the contract or subcontract amount; 4) require prime contractors to include LBE subcontractors’ approved payment requests in payment applications within 30 days of receipt of an invoice; 5) authorize application of separate LBE subcontract participation requirements for micro, small, and SBA-LBEs; 6) extend the bonding assistance program to certain City-funded construction projects; 7) authorize a pilot Mentor-Protégé expansion program, a pilot micro-LBE set-aside program for certain design-build and construction manager/general contractor projects, and a pilot Neighborhood LBE program; and 8) increase the contracting Threshold Amount from $706,000 to $1,000,000 and the Minimum Competitive Amount from $129,000 to $200,000; and make various other changes and clarifications to Chapter 14B, as defined herein.

Budget & TaxesBusiness & EconomyGovernance & Elections
By Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman, Shamann Walton
12-0
Ordinance#210961
Oct 26, 2021

This ordinance allows non-U.S. citizens to vote in elections for the San Francisco Board of Education and in recall elections for its members. It updates the Municipal Elections Code to reauthorize this voting right.

Ordinance amending the Municipal Elections Code to reauthorize Non-United States citizen voting in elections for the Board of Education of the San Francisco Unified School District and specifying that Non-United States citizens may vote in recall elections regarding members of the Board of Education.

TransportationGovernance & ElectionsSocial Services & Equity
By Connie Chan, Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman
14-0
Hearing#211113
Oct 26, 2021

The legislation involves a public hearing to discuss proposed ordinances related to a partial settlement of lawsuits against major opioid distributors and manufacturers, seeking abatement funds totaling between $33 million and $61 million over several years. This hearing is scheduled for November 2, 2021, at 3:00 p.m.

Hearing of the Board of Supervisors sitting as a Committee of the Whole on November 2, 2021, at 3:00 p.m., to hold a public hearing to consider the proposed Ordinances (File Nos. 211071 and 211072) regarding existing litigation relating to the partial settlement of the lawsuit filed on behalf of the City and County of San Francisco and the People of the State of California against three large distributors of prescription opioids (AmerisourceBergen Corporation, Cardinal Health, Inc., and McKesson Corporation) for abatement funds in the range of $27 million to $50 million to be paid over 18 years, entitled The City and County of San Francisco and the People of the State of California v. Purdue Pharma L.P., Richard S. Sackler, Jonathan D. Sackler, Mortimer D.A. Sackler, Kathe A. Sackler, Ilene Sackler Lefcourt, Beverly Sackler, Theresa Sackler, David A. Sackler, Trust for the Benefit of Members of the Raymond Sackler Family, Rhodes Pharmaceuticals L.P., Cephalon, Inc., Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc., Endo International Plc, Endo Health Solutions Inc., Endo Pharmaceuticals Inc., Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Insys Therapeutics, Inc., Mallinckrodt Plc, Mallinckrodt LLC, Allergan Plc F/K/A Actavis Plc, Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. N/K/A Actavis, Inc., Watson Laboratories, Inc., Actavis LLC, Actavis Pharma, Inc. F/K/A/ Watson Pharma, Inc., AmerisourceBergen Corporation, Cardinal Health, Inc., and McKesson Corporation; and the partial settlement of the lawsuit filed on behalf of the City and County of San Francisco and the People of the State of California against Johnson & Johnson and its subsidiary, Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc., for abatement funds in the range of $6 million to $11 million to be paid over nine years, entitled The City and County of San Francisco and the People of the State of California v. Purdue Pharma L.P., Richard S. Sackler, Jonathan D. Sackler, Mortimer D.A. Sackler, Kathe A. Sackler, Ilene Sackler Lefcourt, Beverly Sackler, Theresa Sackler, David A. Sackler, Trust for the Benefit of Members of the Raymond Sackler Family, Rhodes Pharmaceuticals L.P., Cephalon, Inc., Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc., Endo International Plc, Endo Health Solutions Inc., Endo Pharmaceuticals Inc., Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Insys Therapeutics, Inc., Mallinckrodt Plc, Mallinckrodt LLC, Allergan Plc F/K/A Actavis Plc, Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. N/K/A Actavis, Inc., Watson Laboratories, Inc., Actavis LLC, Actavis Pharma, Inc. F/K/A/ Watson Pharma, Inc., AmerisourceBergen Corporation, Cardinal Health, Inc., and McKesson Corporation; scheduled pursuant to Motion Nos. M21-148 (File No. 211112) and M21-149 (File No. 211114), approved on October 26, 2021.

Budget & TaxesPublic HealthBusiness & Economy
Filed
no vote
Hearing#211115
Oct 26, 2021

This legislation allows the San Francisco Board of Supervisors to hold a closed session to discuss legal advice regarding ongoing lawsuits against major opioid distributors and manufacturers, seeking settlement funds for the city. The lawsuits aim to secure between $27 million to $50 million and $6 million to $11 million in abatement funds to address the opioid crisis over specified timeframes.

Closed Session for the Board of Supervisors to convene on November 2, 2021, pursuant to California Government Code, Section 54956.9, and San Francisco Administrative Code, Section 67.10(d)(1), for the purpose of conferring with, or receiving advice from the City Attorney regarding existing litigation relating to the partial settlement of the lawsuit filed on behalf of the City and County of San Francisco and the People of the State of California against three large distributors of prescription opioids (AmerisourceBergen Corporation, Cardinal Health, Inc., and McKesson Corporation) for abatement funds in the range of $27 million to $50 million to be paid over 18 years, entitled The City and County of San Francisco and the People of the State of California v. Purdue Pharma L.P., Richard S. Sackler, Jonathan D. Sackler, Mortimer D.A. Sackler, Kathe A. Sackler, Ilene Sackler Lefcourt, Beverly Sackler, Theresa Sackler, David A. Sackler, Trust for the Benefit of Members of the Raymond Sackler Family, Rhodes Pharmaceuticals L.P., Cephalon, Inc., Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc., Endo International Plc, Endo Health Solutions Inc., Endo Pharmaceuticals Inc., Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Insys Therapeutics, Inc., Mallinckrodt Plc, Mallinckrodt LLC, Allergan Plc F/K/A Actavis Plc, Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. N/K/A Actavis, Inc., Watson Laboratories, Inc., Actavis LLC, Actavis Pharma, Inc. F/K/A/ Watson Pharma, Inc., AmerisourceBergen Corporation, Cardinal Health, Inc., and McKesson Corporation (File No. 211071); and the partial settlement of the lawsuit filed on behalf of the City and County of San Francisco and the People of the State of California against Johnson & Johnson and its subsidiary, Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc., for abatement funds in the range of $6 million to $11 million to be paid over nine years, entitled The City and County of San Francisco and the People of the State of California v. Purdue Pharma L.P., Richard S. Sackler, Jonathan D. Sackler, Mortimer D.A. Sackler, Kathe A. Sackler, Ilene Sackler Lefcourt, Beverly Sackler, Theresa Sackler, David A. Sackler, Trust for the Benefit of Members of the Raymond Sackler Family, Rhodes Pharmaceuticals L.P., Cephalon, Inc., Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc., Endo International Plc, Endo Health Solutions Inc., Endo Pharmaceuticals Inc., Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Insys Therapeutics, Inc., Mallinckrodt Plc, Mallinckrodt LLC, Allergan Plc F/K/A Actavis Plc, Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. N/K/A Actavis, Inc., Watson Laboratories, Inc., Actavis LLC, Actavis Pharma, Inc. F/K/A/ Watson Pharma, Inc., AmerisourceBergen Corporation, Cardinal Health, Inc., and McKesson Corporation (File No. 211072); scheduled pursuant to Motion Nos. M21-148 (File No. 211112) and M21-149 (File No. 211114), approved on October 26, 2021.

Budget & TaxesPublic HealthBusiness & Economy
Filed
no vote
Resolution#211136
Oct 26, 2021

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.

Honorary / Symbolic
By Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman
4-0
Motion#211140
Oct 26, 2021

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).

Honorary / Symbolic
Passed
4-0
Ordinance#211009
Oct 26, 2021

This ordinance allocates $35 million from special tax bonds and $11.62 million from special tax revenues to fund the Transbay Transit Center Project for the fiscal year 2021-2022. The funds will be placed in the Controller's reserve for this purpose.

Ordinance appropriating $35,000,000 from the issuance of one or more series of Special Tax Bonds of the City’s Community Facilities District 2014-1 (Transbay Transit Center) and placing such amounts on Controller's reserve; and appropriating $11,620,000 of special tax revenues for funding related to the Transbay Transit Center Project in Fiscal Year (FY) 2021-2022.

TransportationBudget & Taxes
By Rafael Mandelman
8-0