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This legislation involves a hearing regarding a decision by the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency to redefine Recreational Large Vehicles and impose overnight parking restrictions on them citywide. The hearing allows interested parties to express their support or objections to these changes.
Hearing of persons interested in or objecting to the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency Board of Directors’ decision on October 1, 2024 (Resolution No. 241001-116) to amend the Transportation Code to establish a new definition for Recreational Large Vehicles to include camp trailers, fifth-wheel travel trailers, house cars, trailer coaches, mobile-homes, and recreational vehicles; apply an existing violation for overnight parking (12 a.m. to 6 a.m.) to Recreational Large Vehicles citywide, under certain conditions; and make other changes to implement the new parking restrictions. (Appellant: Eleana Binder on behalf of End Poverty Tows Coalition) (Filed October 29, 2024)
This ordinance increases the borrowing limits for the Wastewater, Water, and Power Enterprises to fund various capital projects on a short-term basis. It raises the total borrowing capacity from $1.5 billion to $2.45 billion across these utilities.
Ordinance authorizing (i) an increase of the aggregate principal amount of the Wastewater Enterprise’s Interim Funding Program from an aggregate principal amount of $750,000,000 to a not to exceed aggregate principal amount of $1,250,000,000 to finance on a short-term interim basis various capital projects benefitting the Wastewater Enterprise; (ii) an increase of the aggregate principal amount of the Water Enterprise’s Interim Funding Program from an aggregate principal amount of $500,000,000 to a not to exceed aggregate principal amount of $750,000,000 to finance on a short-term interim basis various capital projects benefitting the Water Enterprise; and (iii) an increase of the aggregate principal amount of the Power Enterprise’s Interim Funding Program from an aggregate principal amount of $250,000,000 to a not to exceed aggregate principal amount of $450,000,000 to finance on a short-term interim basis various capital projects benefitting the Power Enterprise; and ratifying previous actions taken in connection therewith, as defined herein.
The ordinance extends the Development Agreement for the 3333 California Street project by eight years and modifies affordable housing requirements. It also allows the project to benefit from a fee reduction program and includes a finance plan to use property tax revenue for public facilities and affordable housing.
Ordinance approving an amendment to a Development Agreement (originally approved by Ordinance No. 276-19) for the 3333 California Street project between the City and County of San Francisco and Laurel Heights Partners, LLC, to extend the term of the Development Agreement by eight years to September 11, 2043, modify the affordable housing requirements, allow the project to qualify for the Temporary Fee Reduction Program under Planning Code, Section 403, and include a finance plan with a framework to use incremental property tax revenue to fund the Project’s public capital facilities and affordable housing; making findings under the California Environmental Quality Act; and making findings of conformity with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1(b), and findings of public convenience, necessity, and welfare under Planning Code, Section 302.
This resolution establishes an Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District at 3333/3700 California Street to fund public facilities and projects that benefit the community. It outlines the financial mechanisms and related matters necessary for these developments.
Resolution of Intention to establish San Francisco Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District No. 3 (3333/3700 California Street) to finance public capital facilities and projects of communitywide significance related to the 3333/3700 California Street Projects and other authorized costs, and determining other matters in connection therewith, as defined herein.
This resolution allows the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission to hire Consor PMCM, Inc. for construction management services related to the new City Distribution Division Campus at 2000 Marin, with a budget of up to $10,720,500 over a period of four years and three months. The contract will run from February 2025 to April 2029.
Resolution approving and authorizing the General Manager of the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) to execute Professional Services Agreement, Contract No. PRO.0239, New City Distribution Division Campus at 2000 Marin Construction Management Staff Augmentation Services, with Consor PMCM, Inc., to supplement the SFPUC’s Construction Management Bureau staff in overseeing the construction of the new City Distribution Division Campus at 2000 Marin project, for an amount not to exceed $10,720,500 and with a term duration of four years and three months, from February 2025, through April 2029, pursuant to Charter, Section 9.118.
This resolution approves the purchase of a 4,008-square-foot easement and a temporary construction easement from Sunol Glen Unified School District for an underground water pipeline, totaling up to $50,000. It allows the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission to finalize the agreement once both parties sign it.
Resolution approving the terms and conditions and authorizing the General Manager of the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission to execute a Purchase and Sale Agreement and Easement Deeds with Sunol Glen Unified School District for the acquisition of a 4,008-square-foot easement for an underground water pipeline and associated appurtenances and a 34,834-square-foot temporary construction easement on and across a portion of Alameda County Assessor’s Parcel No. 096-0155-004-01, known as 11601 Main Street, Sunol, for $35,000 plus an administrative fee of $5,000 and up to $10,000 in closing costs, for a total amount not to exceed $50,000 pursuant to Charter, Section 9.118; the Agreement is effective on the date on which the Agreement is executed by both parties.
This resolution allows the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to enter into agreements with the California Department of Housing and Community Development for nearly $30 million to support a 100% affordable housing project and public transportation improvements near 65 Santos Street. It includes a loan for the housing project and a grant for transportation enhancements, with funding available until November 30, 2044.
Resolution authorizing the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development (“MOHCD”) to execute the Standard Agreements with the California Department of Housing and Community Development (“HCD” or “Department”) under the Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities Program for a total award of $29,745,053 including $18,500,000 disbursed by HCD as a loan to the Sunnydale Block 7 Housing Partners, L.P. (“Developer”) for a 100% affordable housing project at 65 Santos Street and $11,245,053 to be disbursed as a grant to the City for public transportation improvements near 65 Santos Street, for the period starting on the execution date of the Standard Agreements to November 30, 2044; and authorizing MOHCD to accept and expend the grant of up to $11,245,053 for transportation, streetscape, and pedestrian improvements and other transit oriented programming and improvement as approved by HCD.
This resolution allows the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to enter into agreements with the California Department of Housing and Community Development for a total of $41,162,574, which includes a $29 million loan for a 100% affordable housing project and over $12 million in grants for transportation improvements near that site. The funds will be available until November 30, 2044, for various approved public transit and streetscape enhancements.
Resolution authorizing the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development (“MOHCD”) to execute the Standard Agreements with the California Department of Housing and Community Development (“HCD” or “Department”) under the Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities Program for a total award of $41,162,574 including $29,000,000 disbursed by HCD as a loan to The Related Companies of California, LLC and the San Francisco Housing Development Corporation (collectively, the “Developer”) for a 100% affordable housing project at 160 Freelon Street and $12,162,574 to be disbursed as a grant to the City for public transportation improvements near 160 Freelon Street, for the period starting on the execution date of the Standard Agreements through November 30, 2044; authorizing MOHCD to accept and expend the grant of up to $12,162,574 for transportation, streetscape, and pedestrian improvements and other transit oriented programming and improvement as approved by HCD.
This resolution approves several loan agreements totaling up to $22.7 million to finance the construction of affordable housing developments for low-income and moderate-income households, with a preference for employees of local educational institutions, as well as a parking garage for state employees. It also allows for minor amendments to the agreements as needed without increasing the city's financial obligations.
Resolution 1) approving and authorizing the Director of the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development (“MOHCD”) to execute an Amended and Restated Loan Agreement with MP Golden Gate Avenue Associates, L.P., a California limited partnership, (“Low Income Loan Agreement”) for a total loan amount not to exceed (NTE) $12,500,000 to finance the construction of a 55-unit multifamily rental housing development for low-income households with a preference for employees of the San Francisco Unified School District (“SFUSD”) and San Francisco Community College District (“SFCCD”), which will be known as Golden Gate Avenue Phase I LIHTC (the "LIHTC Project"); 2) approving and authorizing the Director of MOHCD to execute a Loan Agreement with MP GGA Moderate LLC, a California limited liability company, (“Moderate Income Loan Agreement”) for a total loan amount not to exceed $10,200,000 to finance the development and construction of a 20-unit multifamily rental housing development for moderate-income households with a preference for employees of SFUSD and SFCCD, which will be known as Golden Gate Avenue Phase I Moderate (the “Moderate Project”); 3) approving and authorizing the Director of MOHCD to execute a Loan Agreement with Mid-Peninsula Hermanas, Inc., a California nonprofit public benefit corporation, (“Garage Loan Agreement”) for a total loan amount not to exceed $1,250,000 to finance the development of a parking garage (“Garage Project”) for State of California employees with funds from the State’s Infill and Infrastructure Grant (“IIG”) program; for a cumulative amount, including all Loan Agreement amounts, not to exceed $22,747,350; and 4) adopting findings that the loan agreements are consistent with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and to authorize the Director of MOHCD to enter into amendments or modifications to the Agreements that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the Agreements or this Resolution.
This resolution allows the city to issue a revenue note for up to $32.1 million to finance the construction of a 55-unit affordable rental housing project called "Golden Gate Avenue Phase 1 LIHTC." It also approves various agreements and authorizes city officials to take necessary actions to implement the financing.
Resolution authorizing the execution and delivery of a multifamily housing revenue note in one or more series in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $32,132,689 for the purpose of providing financing for the construction of a 55-unit multifamily rental housing project known as “Golden Gate Avenue Phase 1 LIHTC”; approving the form of and authorizing the execution of a funding loan agreement providing the terms and conditions of the loan from the funding lender identified therein to the City and for the execution and delivery of the note; approving the form of and authorizing the execution of a borrower loan agreement providing the terms and conditions of the loan from the City to the borrower; approving the form of and authorizing the execution of a regulatory agreement and declaration of restrictive covenants; approving the form of and authorizing the execution of an assignment of deed of trust and related documents; authorizing the collection of certain fees; approving modifications, changes and additions to the documents; ratifying and approving any action heretofore taken in connection with the back-to-back loans, the note and the project; granting general authority to City officials to take actions necessary to implement this Resolution, as defined herein; and related matters, as defined herein.
This resolution allows the Department of Technology to create an agreement with the University of California, San Francisco for radio system usage and maintenance, ensuring communication between authorized personnel and city members until June 30, 2035, with a minimum revenue of $2,406,460. It also permits the Director of Technology to make necessary amendments to the agreement without significantly increasing the city's obligations.
Resolution authorizing the Department of Technology to enter into a Trunked Radio System Usage Agreement with the University of California, San Francisco to provide radio system usage and maintenance, as well as radio interoperability for authorized personnel to communicate with members of the City, effective upon approval of this Resolution through June 30, 2035, with a minimum revenue commitment of $2,406,460; and to authorize the Director of Technology to enter into amendments or modifications to the Agreement that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the Agreement or this Resolution.
This resolution allows the Department of Public Health to accept and use a $440,000 grant from the CDC for a program focused on physical activity and nutrition from August 1, 2024, to September 30, 2028. 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 $440,000 from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention through the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) for participation in a program, entitled “State Physical Activity and Nutrition (SPAN) Program and CDPH CalFresh Health Living Grant,” for the period of August 1, 2024, through September 30, 2028.
This motion approves the final map for a mixed-use condominium project with 46 residential units and one commercial unit at 4742 Mission Street. It also confirms that the project aligns with the city's General Plan and planning policies.
Motion approving Final Map No. 11468, a 46-unit residential and one-unit commercial mixed-use condominium project, located at 4742 Mission Street, being a subdivision of Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 6956, Lot No. 004-005; and adopting findings pursuant to the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.
This resolution approves a grant application for over $61 million from the federal Continuum of Care Program to support housing and homelessness services. It also meets the requirement for the Board of Supervisors to review and approve large grants of $5 million or more.
Resolution approving the 2024 grant application for the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development Continuum of Care Program in an amount not to exceed $61,122,075; and fulfilling the Board of Supervisors review and approval process for all annual or otherwise recurring grants of $5,000,000 or more.
This resolution approves a deal for the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency to buy 94 hybrid electric buses and related equipment for up to $117.75 million over five years. It also allows for minor amendments to the agreement that do not significantly change costs or benefits.
Resolution approving an agreement between the City and County of San Francisco, acting by and through the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA), and New Flyer of America, Inc. to procure 94 40-foot low floor hybrid electric coaches, along with spare parts, special tools, manuals, training, and telematics licenses through a cooperative purchasing agreement established by the State of Washington for an amount not to exceed $117,751,398 for term not to exceed five years effective upon approval of this Resolution; and authorizing SFMTA to enter into any amendments or other modifications to the agreement that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities, or materially decrease the public benefits accruing to the SFMTA and are necessary or advisable to effectuate the purposes of the Resolution.
This resolution allows certain affordable housing projects to access tax-exempt bond financing and tax credits if they provide more affordable units than required, while also exempting them from specific water use regulations. It also mandates the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to report on these projects.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to permit the use of California Debt Limit Allocation Committee tax-exempt bond financing and tax credits under the Tax Credit Allocation Committee for certain affordable housing projects that provide additional affordable units or deeper affordability levels than required by the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance, and require the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to report on such projects; amending the Health Code to exempt such affordable housing projects from compliance with the requirement that new buildings be constructed, operated, and maintained using alternate water sources for non-potable uses; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making public necessity, convenience, and welfare findings under Planning Code, Section 302; and making findings of consistency with the General Plan and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.
The ordinance aims to streamline housing production in San Francisco by exempting certain housing projects from lengthy review processes and conditional use requirements, particularly in areas not designated as Priority Equity Geographies. It also modifies various zoning and development regulations to facilitate the construction of affordable and senior housing, while expanding eligibility for housing programs and allowing more flexibility in residential building uses.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to encourage housing production by 1) exempting, under certain conditions, specified housing projects from the notice and review procedures of Section 311 and the Conditional Use requirement of Section 317, in areas outside of Priority Equity Geographies, which are identified in the Housing Element as areas or neighborhoods with a high density of vulnerable populations, and areas outside RH (Residential House) Districts within the Family Housing Opportunity Special Use District; 2) removing the Conditional Use requirement for several types of housing projects, including housing developments on large lots in areas outside the Priority Equity Geographies Special Use District, projects to build to the allowable height limit, projects that build additional units in lower density zoning districts, and senior housing projects that seek to obtain double density, subject to certain exceptions in RH Districts in the Family Housing Opportunity Special Use District; 3) amending rear yard, front setback, lot frontage, minimum lot size, and residential open space requirements in specified districts, subject to certain exceptions in RH Districts in the Family Housing Opportunity Special Use District; 4) allowing additional uses on the ground floor in residential buildings, homeless shelters, and group housing in residential districts, and administrative review of reasonable accommodations; 5) expanding the eligibility for the Housing Opportunities Mean Equity - San Francisco (HOME - SF) program and density exceptions in residential districts; 6) exempting certain affordable housing projects from certain development fees; 7) authorizing the Planning Director to approve State Density Bonus projects, subject to delegation from the Planning Commission; and 8) making conforming amendments to other sections of the Planning Code; amending the Zoning Map to create the Priority Equity Geographies Special Use District; amending the Subdivision Code to update the condominium conversion requirements for projects utilizing residential density exceptions in RH Districts; 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 ordinance allows the Recreation and Park Commission to apply the Park Code to certain properties that the Recreation and Park Department leases or operates for recreational activities. It aims to ensure that these properties are managed according to the same rules as other parks.
Ordinance amending the Park Code to authorize the Recreation and Park Commission to cause the Park Code to apply to specified properties it has authorized the Recreation and Park Department to lease or operate for recreational purposes.
This ordinance allows certain Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) to be sold separately as condominiums from their primary residences. It also confirms that this change complies with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's planning goals.
Ordinance amending the Planning and Subdivision Codes to allow separate conveyance of certain Accessory Dwelling Units and associated primary residences as condominiums; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”); 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.
This resolution approves an extension and increase in funding for the Urgent Accommodation Vouchers Program, which provides temporary shelter for families and pregnant individuals experiencing homelessness. The grant term is extended by 18 months and the total funding amount is increased to nearly $17.8 million.
Resolution approving the second amendment to the grant agreement between Compass Family Services and the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing (“HSH”) for the Urgent Accommodation Vouchers Program for Families and Pregnant People that provides temporary shelter for families experiencing homelessness; extending the grant term by 18 months from December 31, 2024, for a total term of February 1, 2023, through June 30, 2026; increasing the agreement amount by $9,660,200 for a total amount not to exceed $17,801,570; and authorizing HSH to enter into any amendments or other modifications to the second amendment that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities, or materially decrease the benefits to the City and are necessary or advisable to effectuate the purposes of the agreement.
This resolution allows the Department of Emergency Management to seek state and federal funding for various security and emergency management programs in San Francisco for the next five fiscal years. It covers multiple grant programs aimed at enhancing the city's preparedness and response capabilities.
Resolution authorizing the Bay Area Urban Areas Security Initiative at the Department of Emergency Management to apply for, on behalf of the City and County of San Francisco, State and Federal financial assistance under various grant programs for Fiscal Years (FY) 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, and 2028, including: the Urban Areas Security Initiative Grant, the State Homeland Security Grant Program, the Emergency Management Performance Grant, the Local Government Oil Spill Contingency Grant, and the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program.
This resolution approves an increase in funding and an extension of the contract with South San Francisco Scavenger Co. for solid waste management services at the airport, raising the total contract amount to $22,408,062 and extending the term until February 28, 2028. It also allows the Airport Commission to make minor amendments to the contract as needed.
Resolution approving Modification No. 1 to Contract No. 50245, between South San Francisco Scavenger Co., Inc. and the City and County of San Francisco, acting by and through its Airport Commission, for the solid waste management collection, sorting, and related services, to increase the contract amount by $13,108,062 for a new total not to exceed amount of $22,408,062 and to extend the term for three years, to commence on March 1, 2025, for a total term of March 1, 2022, through February 28, 2028; and to authorize the Airport Commission to enter into amendments or modifications to the contract that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the contract or this Resolution.
This resolution extends the agreement between the City and the San Francisco AIDS Foundation to provide mental health and substance abuse treatment services for an additional three and a half years, increasing the total contract amount to nearly $19.6 million. It also allows the Department of Public Health to make minor amendments to the agreement as needed.
Resolution approving Amendment No. 2 to the agreement between the City, acting by and through the Department of Public Health (DPH), and San Francisco AIDS Foundation, to provide mental health and substance abuse treatment services, extending the term by three years and six months from December 31, 2024, for a total term of July 1, 2018, through June 30, 2028, and to increase the contract amount by $9,965,200 for a new total not to exceed amount of $19,635,695; and to authorize DPH to enter into amendments or modifications to the agreement that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the agreement or this Resolution.
This resolution allows the Office of the District Attorney to receive and use a $318,857 grant from the California Department of Insurance for the Automobile Insurance Fraud Program for the period of July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025. It was passed retroactively, meaning it authorizes the funding after the fact.
Resolution retroactively authorizing the Office of the District Attorney to accept and expend a grant in the amount of $318,857 from the California Department of Insurance for the Automobile Insurance Fraud Program, for the grant period of July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025.
This resolution allows the City Attorney's Office to use a $410,000 grant from the California Department of Industrial Relations to enforce state labor laws from August 1, 2024, to July 31, 2025. It has already been approved and is now in effect.
Resolution retroactively authorizing the Office of the City Attorney to accept and expend a grant in the amount of $410,000 from the California Department of Industrial Relations, Labor Commissioner’s Office, to fund the enforcement of state labor laws, for the period from August 1, 2024, through July 31, 2025.
The ordinance approves the acquisition of a property at 2280 Market Street for up to $11.62 million, with plans for its use to support a future LGBTQ+ history museum. It also exempts certain property management requirements and allows generated revenues to cover related costs and support the museum's expenses.
Ordinance 1) approving and authorizing the Director of Property to acquire certain real property located at 2280 Market Street (the “Property”); 2) approving and authorizing a Purchase and Sale Agreement for the acquisition of the Property from Market & Noe Center LP, a California Limited Partnership, for an amount not to exceed $11,620,000 including closing costs (“Purchase Agreement”); 3) authorizing the Director of Property to make certain modifications to the Purchase Agreement and take certain actions in furtherance of the Purchase Agreement, as defined herein; 4) adopting findings that the Property is exempt surplus land under the California Surplus Land Act; 5) exempting the property management, operation, repair, and maintenance of the Property from the contracting and procurement requirements in Administrative Code, Chapters 6, 14B, and 21, and Labor and Employment Code, Articles 131 and 132; 6) placing the Property under the jurisdiction of the Real Estate Division; 7) authorizing the Director of Property to use revenues generated from the Property for: (a) Property-related costs, (b) 10% of the gross revenues for the Real Estate Division’s administrative costs related to the Property, and (c) the remainder to be retained in a segregated account for the benefit of the future LGBTQ+ history museum’s capital improvements, operating expenses and reserves, tenant improvements, and programming expenses; and 8) affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act, and adopting the Planning Department’s findings that the Purchase Agreement is consistent with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.
The ordinance authorizes the city to settle a lawsuit for $93,000 related to changes in landlord-tenant buyout negotiation requirements. The lawsuit was filed by several housing associations challenging the amendments made to the San Francisco Administrative Code.
Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by San Francisco Apartment Association, San Francisco Association of Realtors, Coalition for Better Housing, and Small Property Owners of San Francisco Institute against the City and County of San Francisco for $93,000; the lawsuit was filed on May 12, 2020, in San Francisco County Superior Court, Case No. CPF 20-517087; entitled San Francisco Apartment Association, et al. v. City and County of San Francisco; the lawsuit involves a Petition for Writ of Mandate challenging Ordinance No. 36-20, which amended San Francisco Administrative Code § 37.9E to revise the requirements that landlord must follow when engaging in buyout negotiations with tenants.
The ordinance authorizes the settlement of two lawsuits by Park Hotels & Resorts Inc. against the City regarding the assessed value of a property at 555 North Point, resulting in a stipulated value of $140.7 million and a refund of $943,740 plus interest. This settlement is contingent on approval from the Assessment Appeals Board.
Ordinance authorizing settlement of two related lawsuits filed by Park Hotels & Resorts Inc. et al. against the City and County of San Francisco concerning the real property located at 555 North Point, San Francisco, CA (Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0029, Lot No. 007) (the “Subject Property”) for a stipulated assessed value of the Subject Property of $140,700,000 as of September 17, 2019, contingent upon the Assessment Appeals Board’s approval, and a refund of $943,740 plus statutory interest; the first lawsuit was filed on August 7, 2023, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-23-608156; entitled Park Hotels & Resorts Inc., et al. v. City and County of San Francisco; the second lawsuit was filed on June 27, 2023, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-23-607311; entitled Park Hotels & Resorts Inc. v. City and County of San Francisco, et al.; the lawsuits involve the assessed value of the Subject Property for property tax purposes as of the September 17, 2019 change in ownership date and a transfer tax refund.
The ordinance authorizes the settlement of two lawsuits filed by Park Hotels & Resorts Inc. against the City regarding the assessed property value and tax refund for a specific property on Geary Street. It includes a stipulated assessed value of approximately $93.2 million and a refund of $785,531 plus interest, pending approval from the Assessment Appeals Board.
Ordinance authorizing settlement of two related lawsuits filed by Park Hotels & Resorts Inc. et al. against the City and County of San Francisco concerning the real property located at 542-550 Geary Street, San Francisco, CA (Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0305, Lot No. 008 and Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0305, Lot No. 009) (the “Subject Property”) for a stipulated assessed value of $93,237,202 as of September 18, 2019, contingent upon the Assessment Appeals Board’s approval, and a refund of $785,531 plus statutory interest; the first lawsuit was filed on August 18, 2023, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-23-608476; entitled Park Hotels & Resorts Inc., et al. v. City and County of San Francisco; the second lawsuit was filed on June 27, 2023, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-23-607309; entitled Park Hotels & Resorts Inc. v. City and County of San Francisco, et al.; the lawsuits involve the assessed value of the Subject Property for property tax purposes as of the September 18, 2019 change in ownership date and a transfer tax refund.
The ordinance authorizes the settlement of two lawsuits filed by Park Hotels & Resorts Inc. against the City regarding the assessed value of a property at 375 Battery Street and includes a refund of $1,636,749 plus interest. The settlement is contingent on the approval of the Assessment Appeals Board and establishes the property's assessed value at $222,145,336 as of September 18, 2019.
Ordinance authorizing settlement of two related lawsuits filed by Park Hotels & Resorts Inc. et al. against the City and County of San Francisco concerning the real property located at 375 Battery Street, San Francisco, CA (Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0229, Lot No. 020) (the “Subject Property”) for a stipulated assessed value of the Subject Property of $222,145,336 as of September 18, 2019, contingent upon the Assessment Appeals Board’s approval, and a refund of $1,636,749, plus statutory interest; the first lawsuit was filed on August 18, 2023, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-23-608468; entitled Park Hotels & Resorts Inc., et al. v. City and County of San Francisco; the second lawsuit was filed on June 27, 2023, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-23-607304; entitled Park Hotels & Resorts Inc. v. City and County of San Francisco, et al.; the lawsuits involve the assessed value of the Subject Property for property tax purposes as of the September 18, 2019, change in ownership date and a transfer tax refund.
The ordinance authorizes the city to settle a lawsuit with Yulanda Williams for $625,000 related to an employment dispute. This settlement resolves the case filed in San Francisco Superior Court in May 2019.
Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Yulanda Williams against the City and County of San Francisco for $625,000; the lawsuit was filed on May 29, 2019, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-19-576323; entitled Yulanda Williams v. City and County of San Francisco et al.; the lawsuit involves an employment dispute.
The ordinance authorizes the City and County of San Francisco to settle a lawsuit for $200,000 related to an alleged civil rights violation. The lawsuit was filed by Jane Doe in September 2022 in federal court.
Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Jane Doe against the City and County of San Francisco for $200,000; the lawsuit was filed on September 12, 2022, in United States District Court, Northern District of California, Case No. 22-cv-05179; entitled Jane Doe v. City and County of San Francisco, et al.; the lawsuit involves an alleged civil rights violation.
The ordinance authorizes the City to settle a lawsuit for $475,000 related to a personal injury claim filed by Barnard Jones and Patricia Farrell against the City. The lawsuit was initiated on June 28, 2023, in San Francisco Superior Court.
Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Barnard Jones and Patricia Farrell against the City and County of San Francisco for $475,000; the lawsuit was filed on June 28, 2023, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-23-607339; entitled Barnard Jones, et al. v. City and County of San Francisco, et al.; the lawsuit involves alleged personal injury on a City street.
This ordinance requires large supermarkets to give six months' notice to customers and the City before permanently closing. It also mandates that they explore options to continue selling groceries at that location.
Ordinance amending the Police Code to require large supermarkets to provide six months notice to their customers and the City before permanently closing, and to explore ways to allow for the continued sale of groceries at the location.
The ordinance establishes a voluntary three-year program called "Cash Not Drugs," which provides eligible participants in the County Adult Assistance Programs a weekly payment of up to $100 if they test negative for illicit drugs and engage in substance use disorder treatment. It also exempts these payments from the eligibility calculations for CAAP benefits and includes a six-month implementation plan before the program starts.
Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to authorize the Human Services Agency, in coordination with the Department of Public Health, to establish a voluntary three-year sobriety and recovery incentive treatment program, known as “Cash Not Drugs,” to provide a weekly payment of up to $100 to eligible beneficiaries of the County Adult Assistance Programs (“CAAP”) who have been screened for a substance use disorder and referred to substance use disorder treatment as a condition of further receipt of CAAP benefits, and who test negative for illicit drugs once per week; exempting the Cash Not Drugs payments from the CAAP eligibility calculation; providing for a six-month implementation plan before the program becomes operational; and revising the Homelessness and Supportive Housing Fund to include the Cash Not Drugs program as a permitted use of funds.
This ordinance establishes a special use district for senior housing at specific locations on Pacific Avenue. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with city planning goals and policies.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code and Zoning Map to create the New Asia Senior Housing Special Use District located at 758 and 772 Pacific Avenue, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0161, Lot Nos. 14 and 15; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making public necessity, convenience, and welfare findings under Planning Code, Section 302; and making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.
This ordinance approves funding and the transfer of a segment of De Long Street from the Bay Area Rapid Transportation District to the city for public use and maintenance. It also grants the Public Works Director the authority to manage the street's official status and specifications, while waiving certain sidewalk width regulations.
Ordinance approving funding and an offer of dedication and grant deed for real property from the Bay Area Rapid Transportation District for De Long Street between Santa Cruz and San Diego Avenues; conditionally accepting this segment of De Long Street for maintenance and liability; delegating to the Public Works Director the authority, upon completion of this Street segment to: 1) declare it as open public right-of-way, 2) dedicate it to public use, 3) designate it for street and roadway purposes, 4) finally accept this Street segment for City maintenance and liability purposes, subject to specified limitations, and 5) establish official public right-of-way widths and street grades; waiving the application of Ordinance No. 1061, entitled “Regulating the Width of Sidewalks,” to allow establishment of official sidewalk widths through administrative action; adopting findings 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 letter recommending various actions in regard to De Long Street; and authorizing official acts in connection with this Ordinance to be taken by the Public Works Director and other San Francisco officers, as defined herein.
This ordinance creates the E-Bike Incentive Fund to support a program that encourages the use of electric bicycles in San Francisco. The program will be managed by the Department of the Environment.
Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to establish the E-Bike Incentive Fund to support implementation of an electric bicycle (or “e-bike”) incentive program administered by the Department of the Environment.
This ordinance allows for the transfer of up to 2,050,000 square feet of research and development and office space from the Hunters Point Shipyard Phase 2 area to another redevelopment zone, while also extending the time limits for the Hunters Point Shipyard redevelopment plan. It includes necessary environmental and planning findings to ensure compliance with state and city regulations.
Ordinance approving and adopting an amendment to the Redevelopment Plan for the Hunters Point Shipyard Redevelopment Project Area (“HPS”) to authorize the transfer of up to 2,050,000 square feet of research and development and office space from HPS Phase 2 to the Bay View Hunters Point Redevelopment Plan Project Area Zone 1 and extend the Redevelopment Plan time limits for HPS Phase 2; directing the Clerk of the Board to transmit a copy of this Ordinance upon its enactment to the Successor Agency; making findings 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.
This ordinance allows the transfer of up to 2,050,000 square feet of research and development and office space from the Hunters Point Shipyard area to the Bayview Hunters Point Redevelopment Project Area and extends the time limits for redevelopment in that zone. It also includes necessary environmental and planning findings to support these changes.
Ordinance approving and adopting an amendment to the Redevelopment Plan for the Bayview Hunters Point Redevelopment Project Area (“BVHP”) to authorize the transfer of up to 2,050,000 square feet of research and development and office space from the Hunters Point Shipyard Redevelopment Plan Project Area Phase 2 to BVHP Zone 1 and extend the Redevelopment Plan time limits for BVHP Zone 1; directing the Clerk of the Board to transmit a copy of this Ordinance upon its enactment to the Successor Agency; making findings 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.
This ordinance allows certain Below Market Rate (BMR) homes to be resold at prices affordable to households with a higher income level and requires that these homes maintain their original parking and amenities upon resale. It also mandates regular reporting on income level increases related to these BMR units to various city committees and agencies.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to allow certain Below Market Rate (BMR) Owned Units to be resold at a price affordable to households at an increased Area Median Income (AMI) level, increase the qualifying AMI limit for BMR purchasers, require BMR Owned Units originally purchased with parking spaces and other amenities to be resold with the same parking and amenities, and require periodic reporting to the Inclusionary Housing Technical Advisory Committee, Planning Commission, and Board of Supervisors of AMI level increases approved under this ordinance; 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 pursuant to Planning Code, Section 302.
This motion amends the 2024 meeting schedule for the Board of Supervisors by canceling the meeting on November 26, 2024, and rescheduling a regular meeting for December 3, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. It temporarily suspends a specific rule regarding meeting schedules to accommodate this change.
Motion amending the 2024 Regular Meeting Schedule of the Board of Supervisors (File No. 231242) by suspending a portion of Board Rule 4.2 of the Board of Supervisors Rules of Order to cancel the meeting of November 26, 2024; and scheduling a regular meeting on December 3, 2024, at 2:00 p.m.
This resolution approves a settlement for a claim by Bechtel Group, Inc. against San Francisco, resulting in a payment of $43,235.10 for a refund of commercial rents taxes. The claim was filed on May 8, 2024, and the resolution has been passed.
Resolution approving the settlement of the unlitigated claim filed by Bechtel Group, Inc. against the City and County of San Francisco for $43,235.10; the claim was filed on May 8, 2024; the claim involves a refund of commercial rents taxes.
This ordinance waives permit fees for installing and maintaining mosaic tiles on the Vicha Ratanapakdee Way stairs in the Anza Vista neighborhood. It also affirms compliance with environmental regulations and the city's General Plan.
Ordinance amending the Public Works Code to waive the major encroachment permit fees for a project to install and maintain mosaic tiles on the Vicha Ratanapakdee Way stairs located in the Anza Vista neighborhood between O'Farrell Street and Terra Anza Avenue and amending the Planning Code to waive the General Plan referral fee associated with this encroachment permit; affirming the Planning Commission’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.
This ordinance requires certain city departments to regularly report to the Board of Supervisors on how well the city's street teams are performing. The goal is to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of these teams in addressing community needs.
Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to require regular reporting to the Board of Supervisors by the Department of Emergency Management, Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing, Department of Public Health, and Fire Department, concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of the City’s street teams.
This motion adopts findings addressing written objections to amendments made to the Bayview Hunters Point and Hunters Point Shipyard Redevelopment Plans. It follows the legal requirements set by California's Community Redevelopment Law.
Motion adopting findings in response to written objections to adoption of amendments to the Bayview Hunters Point Redevelopment Plan and the Hunters Point Shipyard Redevelopment Plan that were delivered to the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors before or at the public hearing on adoption of the Redevelopment Plan amendments, pursuant to the requirements of the California Community Redevelopment Law.
This resolution approves an amendment to a financial agreement that allows San Francisco to use tax revenue to fund public improvements and affordable housing at the Candlestick Point and Hunters Point Shipyard redevelopment sites. It also confirms that the agreement meets environmental standards and aligns with the city's General Plan and planning policies.
Resolution approving an amendment to the Tax Increment Allocation Pledge Agreement between the City and County of San Francisco and the Office of Community Investment and Infrastructure for the pledge of net available tax increment to finance public improvements and affordable housing in furtherance of the Candlestick Point and Phase 2 of the Hunters Point Shipyard Redevelopment Project; adopting findings under the California Environmental Quality Act; and adopting findings that the agreement is consistent with the General Plan, and eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.
This ordinance removes the requirement for public art in 100% affordable housing projects and allows for the relocation or removal of existing artwork under specific conditions. It also confirms that these changes align with environmental regulations and the city's planning goals.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to eliminate the public art requirement for 100% affordable housing projects and provide for the relocation or removal of existing artwork at such projects subject to certain conditions; affirming the Planning Commission’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and making findings, including findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.
This resolution allows the Department of Technology to finalize a contract with CENIC to provide fiber optic cable for data connectivity to UCSF, covering the period from May 25, 2011, to May 25, 2031. The contract is expected to generate $6,970,000 in revenue.
Resolution retroactively authorizing the Department of Technology to enter into a contract with Corporation for Education Network Initiatives in California (“CENIC”) and to provide fiber optic cable strands to establish a fiber optic network in support of CENIC services to provide data connectivity for the University of California, San Francisco (“UCSF”) for the period between May 25, 2011, through May 25, 2031, with an expected revenue of $6,970,000.
This resolution allows the Department of Technology to partner with San Francisco State University for radio system usage and maintenance, ensuring communication between authorized personnel and City public safety from August 27, 2024, to June 30, 2035, with expected revenue of $1,689,041. It also permits the Director of Technology to make minor changes to the agreement as needed without increasing the City's obligations.
Resolution retroactively authorizing the Department of Technology to enter into an Agreement with the San Francisco State University to provide radio system usage and maintenance, as well as radio interoperability for authorized personnel to communicate with City public safety personnel for the period between August 27, 2024, through June 30, 2035, with an anticipated revenue of $1,689,041; and to authorize the Director of Technology to enter into amendments or modifications to the Agreement that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the Agreement or this Resolution.
This resolution extends a public health agreement for an additional 18 months and increases its funding by over $1.3 million, bringing the total to approximately $21.3 million. It also allows the Department of Public Health to make minor adjustments to the agreement as needed.
Resolution approving Amendment No. 4 to the agreement between the City, acting by and through, the Department of Public Health (DPH), and San Francisco Public Health Foundation for community health engagement, to extend the term by one year and six months from January 1, 2025, for a total term of January 1, 2020, through June 30, 2026, and to increase the amount by $1,302,153 for a total not to exceed amount of $21,329,720; and to authorize DPH to enter into amendments or modifications to the agreement that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the agreement or this Resolution.
This resolution approves a four-year agreement for the purchase of electric transit buses for San Francisco International Airport, totaling up to $68,772,334. It also allows the Office of Contract Administration to make minor changes to the agreement before it is finalized, as long as those changes do not significantly increase the city's obligations.
Resolution approving Agreement between the City, acting by and through the Office of Contract Administration, and Gillig LLC for the purchase of electric transit buses for San Francisco International Airport, for a term of four years from December 1, 2024, through November 30, 2028, and for a total not to exceed amount of $68,772,334; and to authorize the Office of Contract Administration to make necessary, non-material changes to the Agreement prior to its final execution by all parties that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary or advisable to effectuate the purposes of the Agreement.
This resolution allows the Office of Contract Administration to finalize a contract with Auction Exchange Inc. for auction services to sell city-owned vehicles and equipment, expected to generate about $3.9 million over five years starting October 1, 2024. It also permits the Office to make necessary amendments to the contract for administrative corrections.
Resolution retroactively authorizing the Office of Contract Administration (OCA) to execute Contract 1000024326 between the City and County of San Francisco and Auction Exchange Inc., dba Bar None Auction for as-needed citywide auction services for disposal of City owned vehicles and heavy equipment for an estimated anticipated revenue amount of $3,900,000 for a term of five years commencing on October 1, 2024, through September 30, 2029; and authorizes OCA to enter into any amendments or modifications to the Agreement that OCA determines, in consultation with the City Attorney, are necessary to correct clerical and/or administrative errors, as long as those changes are consistent with this Resolution.
This resolution approves an increase of $14 million to a contract for project management support services at San Francisco International Airport, raising the total contract amount to $17 million. It also extends the contract for an additional four years, lasting until January 25, 2029.
Resolution approving Modification No. 2 to Airport Contract No. 11917.41, Project Management Support Services for the San Francisco International Airport, West Field Garage 675 Project with PGH Wong/The Allen Group Joint Venture, a joint venture consisting of PGH Wong Engineering, Inc., and The Allen Group, LLC, to increase the Contract amount by $14,000,000 for a new not to exceed Contract amount of $17,000,000 and extend the Contract for services for an additional four years of services, from January 26, 2025, with a total term of January 26, 2024, through January 25, 2029, pursuant to Charter, Section 9.118(b); and making findings under the California Environmental Quality Act.
This resolution allows the Port of San Francisco to use a $9,162,000 grant from the California State Transportation Agency for projects including improvements at Pier 80, upgrades to Amador Street, and a study on zero emissions truck fleets at the marine terminal. The funding will be available from November 1, 2024, to June 30, 2028.
Resolution authorizing the Port of San Francisco to accept and expend a grant award in the amount of $9,162,000 from the California State Transportation Agency Port Feight Infrastructure Program, to fund the Pier 80 fendering project, the Amador Street improvement project, and a zero emissions marine terminal truck fleet study for the period of November 1, 2024, through June 30, 2028.
This resolution allows the Department of Technology to use a $10,393,500 federal grant to improve broadband internet access for homes and businesses in the Bayview, Chinatown, and Tenderloin neighborhoods until May 30, 2026. The funding comes from the California Public Utilities Commission, which received it from the US Department of Treasury.
Resolution authorizing the Department of Technology to accept and expend a Last Mile Federal Funding Account Grant in the amount of $10,393,500 for a term extending from the approval of this Resolution to May 30, 2026, from the California Public Utilities Commission, a recipient of the grant award from US Department of Treasury, Capital Projects Fund for expanding broadband internet access to unserved homes and businesses and affordable housing sites in the Bayview, Chinatown, and Tenderloin Neighborhoods.
This ordinance requires large supermarkets to give six months' notice before permanently closing and mandates them to explore options for continuing grocery sales at that location. It aims to ensure residents have adequate time to adjust and maintain access to food resources.
Ordinance amending the Police Code to require large supermarkets to provide six months notice to their customers and the City before permanently closing, and to explore ways to allow for the continued sale of groceries at the location.
The resolution approves a settlement where the City will pay Maplebear, Inc. $8,250,342.21 to resolve claims related to tax refunds for the years 2019 to 2022, and it outlines specific filing agreements for future tax years without penalties. This settlement addresses claims filed by Maplebear on February 28, 2023, and February 9, 2024.
Resolution approving the settlement of the unlitigated claims filed by Maplebear, Inc. against the City and County of San Francisco for $8,250,342.21; the claims were filed on February 28, 2023, and February 9, 2024; the claims involve a refund of payroll expense, gross receipts, and homelessness gross receipts taxes, and business registration fees for the 2019 to 2022 tax years; other material terms of the settlement are that Maplebear, Inc. shall take certain filing positions with respect to its gross receipts, homelessness gross receipts, and overpaid executive gross receipts taxes, as applicable, for the 2023 and subsequent tax years, and the City will not impose penalties arising from those filing positions for the 2023 tax year.
This resolution designates the 600 block of Sutter Street as "Joe Rosenthal Way" to honor his contributions as a photojournalist, particularly for his iconic images of San Francisco and coverage of World War II. The resolution has been passed by the city.
Resolution adding the Commemorative Street Name “Joe Rosenthal Way” to the 600 block of Sutter Street in recognition of his contributions as a photojournalist whose images of San Francisco captured the life and spirit of the City, and whose coverage of World War II had an indelible impact on the country and the world.
The legislation schedules a public hearing to review the results of a math pilot program funded by the city and to discuss its continuation with input from participating schools and relevant city departments. It aims to clarify how funds are being used and assess the program's effectiveness based on data from its first two years.
Hearing of the Board of Supervisors sitting as a Committee of the Whole on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at 4:00 p.m., to hold a public hearing to examine the results of the Whole School Lesson Study Math Pilot Program that is funded by the City, to hear from the school sites that participated in the study who will share data from the first two years of the pilot, clarify the San Francisco Unified School District’s (SFUSD) and the Department of Children, Youth and Their Family’s (DCYF) commitment to continuing the program with funding from the Student Success Fund given its demonstrated, data-driven progress, and understand how Student Success Fund dollars are being spent as directed by the law creating the fund; and requesting the representatives of the pilot school sites, SFUSD Superintendent, members of the Board of Education, and DCYF to report; scheduled pursuant to Motion No. M24-100 (File No. 240975), approved on October 8, 2024.
This legislation schedules a public hearing for October 29, 2024, to discuss the impact of potential school mergers and closures on educators and school staff in San Francisco. The hearing will include a report from the SFUSD Superintendent.
Hearing of the Board of Supervisors sitting as a Committee of the Whole, on October 29, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. to hold a public hearing on the state of educators, para-educators, administrators, and school staff impacted by San Francisco Unified School District’s (SFUSD) recent announcement of potential school mergers and closures; and requesting the SFUSD Superintendent to report; scheduled pursuant to Motion No. M24-107 (File No. 241028), approved on October 22, 2024.
This resolution calls for the creation of a working group to explore the safe use of single-stair designs in four to six-story buildings. It also asks city departments to provide recommendations for updating local building codes accordingly.
Resolution urging the establishment of the Sensible Density Working Group; urging the Fire Marshall, Department of Building Inspection, and Planning Department to convene a working group to study how to safely allow single-stair building typologies on four, five and six story buildings, and make recommendations for the promulgation of local building code equivalencies.
This resolution recognizes the 100th anniversary of the Legion of Honor and acknowledges the upcoming centennial celebration events on November 9 and November 11, 2024. It has been officially passed by the city.
Resolution recognizing the 100th Anniversary of the Legion of Honor and acknowledging the Centennial Celebration on November 9, 2024, and November 11, 2024.
This ordinance allows tourist hotels and motels to be temporarily used for housing without losing their hotel classification and modifies building regulations to support this change. It also removes restrictions on where emergency housing can be located and confirms compliance with environmental and planning standards.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to allow tourist hotels and motels to be used for Interim Housing without thereby abandoning or discontinuing the hotel use classification under that Code; amending the Building Code to allow Interim Housing without thereby changing the underlying occupancy classification of the property, and amending Appendix P to remove restriction that emergency housing be located on land owned or leased by the City; 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 ordinance allows City officers and employees to donate to the Bay Area Law Enforcement Assistance Fund through payroll deductions. It adds this fund to the list of approved organizations for such donations.
Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to add the Bay Area Law Enforcement Assistance Fund to the list of organizations to which City officers and employees may make donations by payroll deduction.
This ordinance changes certain contract rules for electricity transactions, allowing for binding arbitration and increasing spending limits for energy procurements from $200 million to $300 million and revenue collection from $10 million to $300 million. It aims to streamline processes and enhance the city's energy procurement capabilities.
Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to modify the waivers of specified contract-related requirements in the Administrative, Labor and Employment, and Environment Codes for electricity and related product transactions, authorizing binding arbitration, and increasing the annual expenditure limit for energy procurements from $200 million to $300 million and the revenue collection limit from $10 million to $300 million.
This ordinance updates the rules for filing the Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700) for certain city officials and employees, reflecting changes in titles and staffing. It also clarifies what information these officials and employees need to disclose regarding their financial interests.
Ordinance amending the Campaign and Governmental Conduct Code to update the Conflict of Interest Code’s Form 700 (Statement of Economic Interests) filing requirements by adding, deleting, and changing titles of certain designated officials and employees to reflect organizational and staffing changes, and by refining disclosure requirements for certain designated officials and employees.
This ordinance requires the Controller’s Whistleblower Program to report to the Board of Supervisors on the outcomes of investigations that confirm misconduct by city department heads and elected officials. It aims to increase transparency and accountability in local government.
Ordinance amending the Campaign and Governmental Conduct Code to require the Controller’s Whistleblower Program to report to the Board of Supervisors regarding the results of whistleblower investigations that substantiate wrongdoing by City department heads and elected officials.
This ordinance aims to update the city's Project Labor Agreement to include multi-family affordable housing projects and require certain subcontractors to adhere to the agreement if they receive contracts over $5 million. It also proposes to extend the duration of the agreement from 20 to 30 years, lasting until July 14, 2050.
Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to direct the City Administrator to negotiate amendments to the citywide Project Labor Agreement (PLA) that would incorporate into the PLA multi-family affordable housing projects constructed under an agreement with the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development, make subject to the PLA subcontractors for PLA-covered projects that qualify as Local Business Enterprises once they have been awarded over $5,000,000 for work on covered projects, and extend the term of the PLA from 20 to 30 years, until July 14, 2050.
This ordinance reestablishes the African American Arts and Cultural District Community Advisory Committee and extends deadlines for city departments to report on the district's cultural attributes. It also aims to propose strategies for acknowledging and preserving the district's cultural legacy.
Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to reestablish the African American Arts and Cultural District Community Advisory Committee, extend the deadlines for the written reports and recommendations from City departments describing the cultural attributes of the African American Arts and Cultural District, and propose strategies to acknowledge and preserve the cultural legacy of the District.
This hearing will discuss the Mayor's choice to withhold $200,000 allocated for the HUD Tenant Outreach program, which the Board of Supervisors approved in July 2024. It also requests a report from the Mayor's Office and the Department of Building Inspection on this decision.
Hearing to discuss the Mayor's decision to not release the budgeted $200,000 for the Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Tenant Outreach program, which was approved by the Board of Supervisors in July 2024; and requesting the Mayor's Office and the Department of Building Inspection to report.
This ordinance updates the Building and Planning Codes by correcting errors, clarifying language, and making minor revisions. It also ensures compliance with state regulations and affirms the Planning Department's environmental determinations.
Ordinance amending the Building and Planning Codes to correct typographical errors, update outdated cross-references, make non-substantive revisions to clarify or simplify Code language, and make other minor, substantive updates to various Code provisions; directing the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors to forward this Ordinance to the California Department of Housing and Community Development upon final passage; 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 general welfare under Planning Code, Section 302.
The ordinance authorizes a settlement for a lawsuit regarding building permits at 2722-2724 Folsom Street, allowing the plaintiff to remove an unauthorized dwelling unit and build a new accessory dwelling unit. In return, the City will lift the suspension on the permits and resolve its enforcement actions related to the property.
Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Michael J. Turon against the City and County of San Francisco; the lawsuit was filed on October 1, 2021, in the United States District Court, Northern District of California, Case No. 21-cv-07724; entitled Michael J. Turon v. City and County of San Francisco, et al.; the lawsuit involves challenges to suspension of certain building permits for the property at 2722-2724 Folsom Street; material terms of the settlement are plaintiff agrees to seek conditional use authorization to remove an unauthorized dwelling unit through merger and agrees to construct a detached accessory dwelling unit in an existing rear-yard structure at the property, construction of which will be secured by a stipulated injunction requiring plaintiff to pay liquidated damages to the City if the accessory dwelling unit is not completed, and in exchange the City will lift the suspension on the subject permits, issue the pending permit to complete work at the property, and close its pending enforcement actions.
This ordinance establishes a City policy to offer up to five years of rapid rehousing assistance to eligible households at risk of homelessness. It also mandates the Homelessness Oversight Commission to conduct annual hearings and reports on the implementation of this policy.
Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to declare that it is City policy to provide up to five years of rapid rehousing assistance to an eligible household where the City has assessed the household’s circumstances and concluded that a shorter-term subsidy will create a risk of returning to homelessness; and requiring the Homelessness Oversight Commission to hold an annual hearing and issue an annual report analyzing the City’s implementation of this rapid rehousing policy.
This resolution allows the city to lease property at 1174-1178 Folsom Street and 663 Clementina Street to Abode Property Management for five years, with options to extend, for a total rent of $1, to provide permanent supportive housing for formerly homeless and low-income households. It also confirms that the property is considered "exempt surplus land" and meets environmental and planning requirements.
Resolution 1) approving and authorizing the Director of Property and the Executive Director of the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing (“HSH”) to enter into a Ground Lease with Abode Property Management for the real property owned by the City, located at 1174-1178 Folsom Street and 663 Clementina Street (collectively, the “Property”), for an initial lease term of five years with ten automatic extensions of the lease term for an additional period of five years each and a total rent not to exceed $1 in order to operate the Property as permanent supportive housing; 2) determining in accordance with Administrative Code, Section 23.33, that the below market rent payable under the Ground Lease will serve a public purpose by providing permanent supportive housing for formerly homeless and low-income households; 3) adopting findings declaring that the Property is "exempt surplus land" under the California Surplus Land Act; 4) affirming the Planning Department's determination under the California Environmental Quality Act, and adopting the Planning Department's findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of the Planning Code, Section 101.1; and 5) authorizing the Director of Property and/or the HSH Executive Director to execute and make certain modifications to the Ground Lease, as defined herein, and take certain actions in furtherance of this Resolution, as defined herein.
The resolution establishes prevailing wage rates for various workers involved in City contracts, including those in public works, janitorial services, and security services, among others. This ensures that these workers receive fair compensation for their labor on City-owned properties and projects.
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.
This ordinance sets a deadline of June 24, 2025, for the City to purchase firearms and ammunition from suppliers without following specific procurement requirements. It applies to suppliers from whom the City has bought these goods within the 24 months leading up to June 24, 2024.
Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to set an end date of June 24, 2025, to the time period within which, without complying with the firearms and ammunition procurement requirements of Administrative Code, Section 21H.4, the City may purchase firearms and ammunition from a supplier from whom it had, within the 24 months prior to June 24, 2024, purchased such goods.
The ordinance extends the no-shouting and no-amplified sound zone around reproductive health care facilities from 50 feet to 100 feet, and increases the harassment-free zone from 25 feet to 100 feet. It also mandates annual training for police on enforcing laws protecting access to these facilities and requires biannual meetings with facility representatives to address safety and operational concerns.
Ordinance amending the Police Code to extend the zone in which shouting and using amplified sound is prohibited outside a reproductive health care facility from 50 feet from the property line to 100 feet from the facility entrance or driveway, extend the zone in which following or harassing a person is prohibited from 25 feet from the facility entrance to 100 feet from the facility entrance, and specify that approaching within eight feet of a person inside the 100-foot perimeter of the facility entrance while impersonating a facility worker with the effect of intimidating the person is unlawful harassment; and amending the Administrative Code to direct that Police Department officers be trained annually on enforcement of local and state laws protecting access to reproductive health care facilities, and that the Police Department meet with representatives of a reproductive health care facility every two years, on request, to develop a plan to prevent and respond to incidents that interfere with access to the facility, the facility’s operations, and/or the lawful exercise of First Amendment rights by the public.
This ordinance allows the Department of Human Resources to manage the T.J. Anthony Employee Catastrophic Illness Program and the Catastrophic Illness Program for the family members of city employees. It updates the Administrative Code to facilitate these functions.
Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to authorize the Department of Human Resources to carry out various functions in the administration of the T.J. Anthony Employee Catastrophic Illness Program for City employees and the Catastrophic Illness Program for Family Members of City employees.
This ordinance allows the Juvenile Probation Department to use web filtering software as part of its surveillance technology policy. It aims to regulate and monitor internet access for juveniles under probation supervision.
Ordinance approving the Surveillance Technology Policy for Juvenile Probation Department’s use of web filtering software.