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This ordinance allocates $64.15 million from the Fiscal Cliff Reserve to the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development for the development and management of affordable housing through the Housing Stability Fund for the fiscal year 2021-2022. It aims to support the acquisition and creation of social housing in San Francisco.
Ordinance appropriating $64,150,000 from the Fiscal Cliff Reserve to the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development for the acquisition, creation and operation of affordable, social housing under the Housing Stability Fund in Fiscal Year (FY) 2021-2022.
This resolution allows the California Statewide Communities Development Authority to issue up to $45 million in bonds to refinance seismic upgrades and other improvements at health care facilities operated by the Chinese Hospital Association. It is a financial measure aimed at enhancing safety and infrastructure in those facilities.
Resolution approving for purposes of Internal Revenue Code, Section 147(f), the Issuance and Sale of Limited Obligation Improvement Bonds by the California Statewide Communities Development Authority in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $45,000,000 to refinance the acquisition, construction and installation of seismic strengthening improvements and other authorized improvements in certain health care facilities owned and operated by Chinese Hospital Association, a California nonprofit public benefit corporation.
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.
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.
This resolution allows the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to acquire a parcel of land at 1979 Mission Street for the development of 100% affordable housing, which will include between 200 and 338 dwelling units. It also authorizes the Director of Property to manage the necessary agreements and modifications related to this acquisition.
Resolution approving and authorizing an agreement for the conveyance and acceptance by the Director of Property, on behalf of the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development (“MOHCD”) and CH Acquisitions 2, LLC, of a parcel of real estate consisting of approximately 57,325 square feet in land area, located at 1979 Mission Street (“Property”), pursuant to a land dedication permitted under Planning Code, Section 249.33, to satisfy affordable housing obligations under Planning Code, Sections 415 et seq.; placing the Property under the jurisdiction of MOHCD for future 100% affordable housing development consisting of approximately 200-338 dwelling units; adopting findings that the conveyance is consistent with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and authorizing the Director of Property to execute documents, make certain modifications and take certain actions in furtherance of this Resolution, as defined herein, including assuming certain leases.
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.
This resolution urges the Municipal Transportation Agency to create a plan that ensures clear access for pedestrians to public transit by removing parking at bus stops and making needed infrastructure upgrades. It has been passed and is now a directive for the MTA to follow.
Resolution urging the Municipal Transportation Agency (MTA) to develop and implement a plan to promote unobstructed pedestrian access for boarding public transit by eliminating parking in bus stops and making other necessary infrastructure improvements.
This resolution encourages the San Francisco Federal Credit Union to work with the SFMTA to establish fair prices for taxi medallions, consider loan forgiveness for medallion holders, and implement other necessary reforms. It has been officially passed by the city.
Resolution urging the San Francisco Federal Credit Union to collaborate with the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) on agreeable medallion prices, loan forgiveness for medallion holders, and other reforms.
This ordinance designates the Casa Sanchez Building at 2778-24th Street as a historic landmark, ensuring its preservation under city planning standards. It also confirms that the designation complies with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's general planning goals.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to designate 2778-24th Street (aka Casa Sanchez Building), Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 4210, Lot No. 018, as a Landmark consistent with the standards set forth in Article 10 of the Planning Code; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and making public necessity, convenience, and welfare findings under Planning Code, Section 302, and findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.
This resolution allows the Human Services Agency to continue using 459 hotel rooms at the Hotel Whitcomb for emergency services, increasing the contract amount by over $24 million and extending the booking period until December 1, 2022. It also authorizes the Executive Director of HSA to make minor amendments to the contract as needed.
Resolution approving a fifth amendment to an emergency agreement between the Human Services Agency (HSA) and 1231 Market Street Owner L.P., for the City’s continued use of 459 hotel rooms and associated services located at the Hotel Whitcomb on 1231 Market Street; increasing the contract amount by $24,456,776 for a total amount not to exceed $78,972,179; extending the booking period, which expires on March 1, 2022, for a potential total term of April 8, 2020, through December 1, 2022; and to authorize the Executive Director of HSA 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 allows the Department of Children, Youth and Their Families to use a $10 million grant from Crankstart to support community organizations that provide before and aftercare programs for the San Francisco Unified School District for the fiscal years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. It has been approved retroactively.
Resolution retroactively authorizing the Department of Children, Youth and Their Families to accept and expend a grant in the amount of $10,000,000 from Crankstart for support to community-based organizations to provide before and aftercare programs for San Francisco Unified School District for Fiscal Years (FYs) 2021-2022 and 2022-2023.
The ordinance authorizes the City to pay $975,000 to settle a lawsuit regarding alleged trespass and damage to property owned by the Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board. In return, the Board will dismiss the lawsuit and negotiate a lease for the City's use of property near 1920 Evans Street.
Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board against the City and County of San Francisco for $975,000; the lawsuit was filed on February 14, 2019, in the Superior Court of California, County of San Francisco, Case No. CGC-19-573781; entitled Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board v. Golden Bay Fence Plus Iron Works, Inc., et al.; the lawsuit involves alleged trespass onto the Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board’s real property and damage to that property, including the severing of subsurface fiber optic lines; other material terms of the settlement are the Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board, in exchange for the payment of the settlement sum, agrees to dismiss the lawsuit in its entirety with prejudice and negotiate in good faith a lease for the City’s use of real property located at or near 1920 Evans Street in San Francisco.
The ordinance authorizes a settlement for a lawsuit regarding the assessed property value of 1 Nob Hill Circle, agreeing on a value of $152.6 million as of February 28, 2017, pending approval from the Assessment Appeals Board. This lawsuit was initiated by Leadwell Global Property LLC against the city in June 2020 concerning property tax assessments.
Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Leadwell Global Property LLC against the City and County of San Francisco for a stipulated assessed value of the real property located at 1 Nob Hill Circle, aka 999 California Street, San Francisco, CA (Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0255, Lot No. 002) (the “Subject Property”) of $152,600,000 as of February 28, 2017, contingent upon the Assessment Appeals Board’s approval; the lawsuit was filed on June 26, 2020, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-20-585163; entitled Leadwell Global Property LLC v. City and County of San Francisco, et al.; the lawsuit involves the assessed value of the Subject Property for property tax purposes as of the February 28, 2017, change in ownership date.
This resolution approves a settlement for Luxe Valet, Inc. to receive $243,233 from the City and County of San Francisco, along with the cancellation of certain tax liabilities and penalties for the years 2015-2017. The claims were originally filed in 2019 regarding refunds for parking and various taxes.
Resolution approving the settlement of the unlitigated claims filed by Luxe Valet, Inc. against the City and County of San Francisco for $243,233 plus release of outstanding gross receipts tax and payroll expense tax liabilities and related penalties, interest, and fees for tax years 2015-2017; the claims were filed on July 25, 2019, and September 13, 2019; the claims involve a refund of parking, gross receipts, and payroll expense taxes.
This legislation is a hearing to evaluate how the City informs residents about infrastructure projects that may block access to streets and sidewalks. It also asks the Public Utilities Commission and Public Works to provide a report on this process.
Hearing to discuss the processes by which the City notifies residents of infrastructure projects that will impede access to their streets and sidewalks; and requesting the Public Utilities Commission and Public Works to report.
This ordinance requires the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to analyze how prioritizing veterans for affordable housing may affect different groups in the community. The goal is to ensure that this preference does not unintentionally disadvantage other populations.
Ordinance directing the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to conduct a disparate impact analysis of granting a priority for veterans who qualify for an affordable housing preference under Administrative Code, Chapter 47.
This legislation pertains to a hearing for a proposed project at 3832-18th Street, which involves demolishing a single-family home to build a new five-story residential building with 19 group housing units. The project seeks approval for certain waivers from existing development standards, and the hearing allows interested parties to express their support or objections.
Hearing of persons interested in or objecting to the approval of a Conditional Use Authorization pursuant to Sections 209.2, 253, 303, and 317, of the Planning Code, for a proposed project at 3832-18th Street, Assessor's Parcel Block No. 3580, Lot No. 018, identified in Planning Case No. 2020-001610CUA, issued by the Planning Commission by Motion No. 21016, dated October 14, 2021, to allow demolition of a single-family residence and approval of an individually requested state density bonus project pursuant to Planning Code, Section 206.6 (using the State Density Bonus Law (California Government Code, Sections 65915-65918)), for the project invoking waivers from the development standards for rear yard (Planning Code, Section 134), dwelling unit exposure (Planning Code, Section 140), and maximum height limit (Planning Code, Section 260) that would construct a new five-story, 50-foot tall, residential building (approximately 10,023 square feet) with 19 group housing units located within the RM-1 (Residential-Mixed, Low Density) Zoning District and a 40-X Height and Bulk District. (District 8) (Appellant: Athanassios Diacakis) (Filed November 12, 2021)
This resolution encourages bike and scooter share companies in San Francisco to improve rider compliance with existing rules and calls for the city’s transportation agency to create stricter permit conditions for future programs to enhance public safety, especially for vulnerable groups. It aims to ensure safer use of these shared transportation options for everyone.
Resolution urging permittees of San Francisco’s Bicycle Share and Powered Scooter Share Programs to implement measures to advance rider compliance with existing terms and conditions of San Francisco’s Bicycle Share and Powered Scooter Share Program requirements, and urging the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency and its Board of Directors to establish new permit terms and conditions for future permits that further serve the goal of ensuring the public health and safety of pedestrians, seniors, and people with disabilities.
This resolution approves the annual report for the Tourism Improvement District and Moscone Expansion District for the fiscal year 2019-2020, as required by state law. It ensures compliance with the management agreement between the district and the city.
Resolution receiving and approving the annual report for the Tourism Improvement District and Moscone Expansion District for Fiscal Year (FY) 2019-2020, submitted as required by the Property and Business Improvement District Law of 1994 (California Streets and Highways Code, Sections 36600, et seq.), Section 36650, and the District’s management agreement with the City, Section 3.4.
This resolution approves the annual report for the Japantown Community Benefit District for the fiscal year 2019-2020, as mandated by state law and the district's agreement with the city. It ensures that the district's activities and finances are reviewed and acknowledged by the city.
Resolution receiving and approving an annual report for the Japantown Community Benefit District for Fiscal Year (FY) 2019-2020, submitted as required by the Property and Business Improvement District Law of 1994 (California Streets and Highways Code, Sections 36600, et seq.), Section 36650, and the District’s management agreement with the City, Section 3.4.
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.
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.
This ordinance proposes to close off a section of Michigan Street to improve the MUNI Metro East maintenance facility, pending approval from the SFMTA Board. It also transfers the vacated area from Public Works to SFMTA and confirms that the project aligns with city planning policies.
Draft Ordinance ordering the summary street vacation of a portion of Michigan Street, generally bounded by Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 4298 to the north and west, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 4310 to the east, and Cesar Chavez Street to the south, as part of the improvement of the MUNI Metro East maintenance facility, subject to the approval of the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (“SFMTA”) Board of Directors; approving the interdepartmental transfer of the vacation area from Public Works to SFMTA, subject to the approval of the SFMTA Board of Directors; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; adopting findings that the actions contemplated in this Ordinance are consistent with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and authorizing official acts in furtherance of this Ordinance, as defined herein.
This hearing discusses the implementation of California State Senate Bill No. 823, which closes the Division of Juvenile Justice and shifts the responsibility for housing serious juvenile offenders to local counties. It will gather information on strategies for managing youth on probation, those placed in foster or group homes, and those committed to secure facilities, with a report requested from the Juvenile Probation Department.
Hearing to discuss plans to implement California State Senate Bill No. 823, which closes California’s Division of Juvenile Justice and realigns to the counties responsibility to house young people who commit the most serious offenses, requesting information on plans and strategies for youth ordered to probation supervision in the community, youth ordered to out of home placement in a foster home or group home, and youth committed to a secure facility; and requesting the Juvenile Probation Department to report.
This motion approves the final map for a six-unit condominium project at 1805 Buchanan Street and confirms it aligns with the city's General Plan and planning policies. It has officially passed and allows the development to proceed.
Motion approving Final Map No. 10423, a six residential unit condominium project, located at 1805 Buchanan Street, being a subdivision of Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0676, Lot No. 073; and adopting findings pursuant to the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.
This motion approves the final map for a mixed-use condominium project with 40 residential units and one commercial unit at 230 Seventh Street. It also confirms that the project aligns with the city's General Plan and planning policies.
Motion approving Final Map No. 10739, a 40 residential unit and one commercial unit, mixed-use condominium project, located at 230 Seventh Street, being a subdivision of Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 3730, Lot No. 004; and adopting findings pursuant to the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.
This resolution encourages the Planning Department and the Mayor’s Office of Housing to develop a program that provides incentives for homeowners to build new housing in San Francisco. The goal is to support residents in increasing the availability of housing in the city.
Resolution urging the Planning Department, in partnership with the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development or other City agencies, to create a Housing Development Incentive Program for homeowners that supports San Francisco residents to build new housing.
The hearing will review the San Francisco Unified School District's plans to potentially expand the community school model beyond its current single location. It will also request a report from SFUSD and the Department of Children, Youth, and Their Families regarding this initiative.
Hearing to examine the San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD) plans to potentially expand the community school model to other schools; in July 2021, California passed a historic $3 billion investment in the California Community Schools Partnership Program, which is supposed to significantly strengthen and expand community schools across the state, with a focus on schools and communities with a demonstrated need; currently SFUSD only has one community school, San Francisco Community School, located in the Excelsior neighborhood; and requesting SFUSD and the Department of Children, Youth, and Their Families to report.
This legislation calls for a hearing to discuss pedestrian safety measures around public and private schools in San Francisco, including updates on traffic safety improvements and the Safe Routes to Schools Program. It requests reports from the Municipal Transportation Agency, Police Department, and San Francisco County Transportation Authority on these matters.
Hearing on pedestrian safety around both public and private schools in San Francisco; requesting a presentation on the on-going implementation of traffic safety and traffic calming improvements around schools; requesting an update on the Safe Routes to Schools Program; and requesting the Municipal Transportation Agency, Police Department, and San Francisco County Transportation Authority to report.
This motion approves a Conditional Use Authorization for a project at 3832-18th Street, confirming it aligns with environmental standards and the city's General Plan. The Planning Commission's decision has been officially accepted and is now in effect.
Motion approving the decision of the Planning Commission by its Motion No. 21016, approving a Conditional Use Authorization, identified as Planning Case No. 2020-001610CUA, for a proposed project located at 3832-18th Street; and making environmental findings, and findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.
This motion aimed to disapprove a Planning Commission decision that approved a Conditional Use Authorization for a project at 3832-18th Street. The motion has been killed, meaning it will not move forward.
Motion conditionally disapproving the decision of the Planning Commission by its Motion No. 21016, approving a Conditional Use Authorization, identified as Planning Case No. 2020-001610CUA, for a proposed project at 3832-18th Street, subject to the adoption of written findings by the Board in support of this determination.
This motion aimed to have the Clerk prepare findings to support the Board of Supervisors' decision to disapprove a Conditional Use Authorization for a project at 3832-18th Street. The motion has been killed, meaning it will not move forward.
Motion directing the Clerk of the Board to prepare findings in support of the Board of Supervisors' disapproval of the proposed Conditional Use Authorization, identified as Planning Case No. 2020-001610CUA, for a proposed project at 3832-18th Street.
This legislation is a hearing to get updates on how San Francisco is managing and funding its urban trees, including maintenance and expansion efforts. It requests reports from several city departments on the status of these initiatives.
Hearing to receive updates on the implementation and funding of the City's urban canopy and street tree maintenance, watering, retention, replacement and expansion plans, including all trees on public property and in San Francisco parks, as well as street trees acquired after the voters passed Proposition E in 2016 (originally File No. 160381); and requesting Public Works, the Recreation & Park Department and the Public Utilities Commission to report.
This resolution allows the Human Services Agency to apply for and receive up to $573,950 in funding from the state to support young adults in finding and keeping housing. The funds will be used through the Transitional Housing Program.
Resolution authorizing the Human Services Agency to apply for and accept a County Child Welfare Agency Allocation for an amount up to $573,950 from the California Department of Housing and Community Development under the Transitional Housing Program to help young adults secure and maintain housing.
This resolution allows the Human Services Agency to apply for and receive up to $183,775 from the California Department of Housing and Community Development to support young adults in finding and keeping housing. The funding comes from the Housing Navigator Program.
Resolution authorizing the Human Services Agency to apply for and accept a County Child Welfare Agency Allocation for an amount up to $183,775 from the California Department of Housing and Community Development under the Housing Navigator Program to help young adults secure and maintain housing.
This resolution adds the street name "Polytechnic Way" to the 700 block of Frederick Street to honor San Francisco's first public high school, which served the community from 1894 to 1972. It recognizes the school's significant contribution to local education.
Resolution adding the commemorative street name “Polytechnic Way” to the 700 block of Frederick Street in recognition of San Francisco’s first public high school and its contribution to the education of thousands of San Franciscans from 1894 to 1972.
This motion appoints Irma Lewis and Jolene Yee to the Eastern Neighborhoods Community Advisory Committee, with their terms ending on October 19, 2023. The motion has been passed.
Motion appointing Irma Lewis and Jolene Yee, terms ending October 19, 2023, to the Eastern Neighborhoods Community Advisory Committee.
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.
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.
The ordinance allocates $112 million to the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development for funding affordable housing projects and related repairs, with a focus on high-need areas. It also sets aside $34.8 million for financing costs, pending the sale of Certificates of Participation.
Ordinance appropriating $112,000,000 of Certificates of Participation proceeds to the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development for a notice of funding availability (NOFA) for land acquisition with priority for development of 100% affordable projects in California Debt Limit Allocation Committee (CDLAC) designated high/resources areas and/or high need areas, repairs for Public Housing or Federal Housing and Urban Development (HUD) co-ops, affordable housing for educators, elevators in the City’s Single Room Occupancy (SRO) portfolio, and acquisition for non-profit sites and $34,800,000 of Certificate of Participation Proceeds for various associated financing costs in Fiscal Year (FY) 2022-2023, and placing these funds on reserve pending sale of Certificates of Participation.
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.
This motion approves the final map for a mixed-use condominium project with eight residential units and two commercial units at 3310 Mission Street. It also adopts findings that align with the city's General Plan and planning policies.
Motion approving Final Map No. 10341, an eight residential unit and two commercial unit, mixed-use condominium project, located at 3310 Mission Street, being a subdivision of Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 6635, Lot No. 054; and adopting findings pursuant to the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.
This resolution urges the Planning Department to create a map identifying sensitive communities in the city's housing plan update, aiming to protect at-risk housing and support existing residents. It also calls for policies that encourage the development of affordable housing in these areas and throughout San Francisco.
Resolution urging the Planning Department to institutionalize a sensitive communities map in the City's 2022 Housing Element Update of the General Plan; to preserve at-risk housing and provide long-term stability to existing communities; and to apply policies that specifically incentivize affordable housing production within sensitive communities and all across San Francisco.
This resolution approves the annual reports for the Lower Polk Community Benefit District for the fiscal years 2018-2019 and 2019-2020. It is a requirement under California law and the district's agreement with the city.
Resolution receiving and approving annual reports for the Lower Polk Community Benefit District for Fiscal Years (FYs) 2018-2019 and 2019-2020, submitted as required by the Property and Business Improvement District Law of 1994 (California Streets and Highways Code, Sections 36600, et seq.), Section 36650, and the District’s management agreement with the City, Section 3.4.
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.
The ordinance designates the fresco titled “The Making of a Fresco Showing the Building of a City” as a Landmark, ensuring its protection and recognition under the Planning Code. It also affirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with city planning policies.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to designate the fresco titled “The Making of a Fresco Showing the Building of a City” in the Diego Rivera Gallery of the San Francisco Art Institute, located at 800 Chestnut Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0049, Lot No. 001, 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.
This resolution allows the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to spend $1,025,000 from the South of Market Community Stabilization Fund to support residents and businesses affected by destabilization in the SoMa area for the year 2022. The funding aims to address various impacts experienced by the community during that time.
Resolution authorizing the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to expend South of Market (SoMa) Community Stabilization Fund dollars in the amount of $1,025,000 to address various impacts of destabilization on residents and businesses in SoMa from January 1, 2022, through December 31, 2022.
This motion allows the Human Resources Director and the Director of Transportation to adjust labor agreements and vacation payout rules for Fire Department and Transit Operators until the end of 2021 to ensure adequate staffing during the COVID-19 pandemic. It aims to maintain essential government services in response to the ongoing emergency.
Motion concurring in actions taken by the Mayor in the Fortieth Supplement to the Proclamation of Emergency to meet the ongoing local emergency related to the novel coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic by delegating to the Human Resources Director and the Director of Transportation the authority until December 31, 2021, to waive or modify provisions of Memoranda of Understanding with labor organizations representing sworn employees of the Fire Department and Transit Operators related to compensation, including overtime and premium pay, and to waive Charter or Administrative Code provisions limiting the cash out of accrued vacation balances where necessary or appropriate to ensure staffing to carry out essential government services and respond to the pandemic.
This motion reappoints Kim-Shree Maufas to the Eastern Neighborhoods Community Advisory Committee, with her term set to end on October 19, 2023. The motion has been passed.
Motion reappointing Kim-Shree Maufas, term ending October 19, 2023, to the Eastern Neighborhoods Community Advisory Committee.
This resolution approves an increase of over $10.6 million to a contract with the San Francisco Public Health Foundation for the Community Health Engagement Program, raising the total contract amount to just over $20 million through the end of 2024. It also allows the Department of Public Health to make minor amendments to the contract as needed without significantly increasing the city's obligations.
Resolution approving Amendment No. 2 to the agreement between the San Francisco Public Health Foundation and the Department of Public Health (DPH) to provide program administration and support services to the Community Health Engagement Program, to increase the contract amount by $10,668,262 for a total amount not to exceed $20,027,567 for a total agreement term of January 1, 2020, through December 31, 2024, to commence following approval by the Board of Supervisors, and to authorize DPH to enter into amendments or modifications to the contract prior to its final execution by all parties that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the contract.
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.
This hearing addresses Muni's long-term service coverage and frequency issues, ensuring alignment with housing and regional plans while focusing on access for residents, seniors, and those with limited mobility. It requests reports from various city departments to assess these concerns.
Hearing regarding Muni Plans, long term issues of service coverage and frequency, policy consistency with the Housing Element, Plan Bay Area 2050, access and basic service to West Side residents, seniors, people with limited mobility, and those who live in areas with low ridership pre-pandemic; and requesting the Municipal Transportation Agency, Department of Disability and Aging Services, Planning Department, County Transportation Authority, Office of Economic and Workforce Development, and the Office of Resilience and Capital Planning to report.
This ordinance designates the Jones-Thierbach Coffee Company Building at 447 Battery Street as a historic landmark, ensuring its preservation. It also confirms that the designation aligns with environmental regulations and city planning policies.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to designate 447 Battery Street (aka Jones-Thierbach Coffee Company Building), Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0206, Lot No. 002, as a Landmark consistent with the standards set forth in Article 10 of the Planning Code; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and making public necessity, convenience, and welfare findings under Planning Code, Section 302, and findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.
This motion is to approve or reject the Mayor's nomination of Timothy Kojo Minta to serve on the Redevelopment Successor Agency Oversight Board until January 24, 2024. The board oversees community investment and infrastructure projects in San Francisco.
Motion approving/rejecting the Mayoral nomination for appointment of Timothy Kojo Minta to the Redevelopment Successor Agency Oversight Board (commonly known as the Commission on Community Investment and Infrastructure), term ending January 24, 2024.
This ordinance reinstates certain provisions of the Graffiti Removal and Abatement Ordinance, including the collection of fees and fines for graffiti violations. It also requires Public Works to report to the Board of Supervisors on necessary implementation forms within 60 days and affirms compliance with environmental regulations.
Ordinance lifting the suspension of certain provisions of the Graffiti Removal and Abatement Ordinance regarding issuance of certain violations, and reinstating the collection of certain assessed fees and fines; requiring notice to certain Community Benefits Districts, Business Improvement Districts, or Green Benefits Districts as those districts are defined in Article 15 and 15A of the Business and Tax Regulation Code; requiring Public Works to report to the Board of Supervisors within 60 days the forms necessary to implement the Graffiti Abatement Ordinance; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.
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.
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.
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.
This resolution approves the annual report for the Greater Union Square Business Improvement District for the fiscal year 2019-2020, as mandated by state law and the district's agreement with the city. It ensures compliance with reporting requirements for the district's operations and finances.
Resolution receiving and approving the annual report for the Greater Union Square Business Improvement District for Fiscal Year (FY) 2019-2020, submitted as required by the Property and Business Improvement District Law of 1994 (California Streets and Highways Code, Sections 36600, et seq.), Section 36650, and the District’s management agreement with the City, Section 3.4.
This resolution approves the annual report for the Fisherman's Wharf Community Benefit District and Fisherman's Wharf Portside Community Benefit District for the fiscal year 2019-2020. It is a requirement under California law and the districts' agreements with the city.
Resolution receiving and approving the annual report for the Fisherman's Wharf Community Benefit District and Fisherman's Wharf Portside Community Benefit District for Fiscal Year (FY) 2019-2020, submitted as required by the Property and Business Improvement District Law of 1994 (California Streets and Highways Code, Sections 36600 et seq.), Section 36650, and the Districts' management agreements with the City, Section 3.4.
This resolution declares the Board of Supervisors' intention to rename a stairwell on Sonora Lane to "Vicha Ratanapakdee Way." The renaming honors Vicha Ratanapakdee, reflecting the city's commitment to recognizing community contributions.
Resolution declaring the intention of the Board of Supervisors to rename the stairwell at Sonora Lane between O’Farrell Street and Terra Anza Avenue, which runs parallel to Anza Vista and St. Joseph’s Avenues and is perpendicular to O’Farrell Street and Terra Anza Avenue to “Vicha Ratanapakdee Way.”
This ordinance authorizes the City to pay $600,000 to settle a lawsuit filed by Steven D. Lee regarding a personal injury he sustained on a City street. The lawsuit was initiated on April 29, 2020, in San Francisco Superior Court.
Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Steven D. Lee against the City and County of San Francisco for $600,000; the lawsuit was filed on April 29, 2020, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-20-584260; entitled Steven D. Lee v. City and County of San Francisco, et al.; the lawsuit involves alleged personal injury on a City street.
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.
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.
This resolution proposes to name a section of Buchanan Street as "Ruth Asawa Plaza" to honor the artist Ruth Asawa. It has been filed but is not yet enacted.
Resolution adding the commemorative street name “Ruth Asawa Plaza” to the 1700 block of Buchanan Street in recognition of artist Ruth Asawa.
This resolution allows the Department of Public Health to use a $3 million grant for a program focused on coordinating care and managing transitions for individuals with substance abuse and mental health issues. The funding is retroactively authorized for the period from September 30, 2021, to September 29, 2023.
Resolution retroactively authorizing the Department of Public Health to accept and expend a grant in the amount of $3,000,000 from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration for participation in a program, entitled “The Care Coordination and Transitions Management Project,” for the period of September 30, 2021, through September 29, 2023.
The ordinance approves a 25-year lease for the Dolphin Swimming and Boating Club at 502 and 504 Jefferson Street, with rent based on a percentage of their gross receipts. It also waives the usual market rent requirements and includes provisions for public access to the property.
Ordinance approving a lease between the City and County of San Francisco and Dolphin Swimming and Boating Club, a California non-profit corporation, for City property located at 502 and 504 Jefferson Street, with an annual rent of 10% of all gross receipts that are not derived from its annual Dolphin Day and 4% of all gross receipts that are derived from its annual Dolphin Day, for a term of 25 years with an option to extend for 24 years, and general public access requirements; waiving the Administrative Code’s market rent determination requirement that otherwise would apply to this lease; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.
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.
The ordinance allows certain social service and philanthropic facilities in Chinatown with specific conditions, modifies use size limits and regulations for various districts, and permits lot mergers in the Polk Street area. It also exempts certain community uses from size limits and makes adjustments to zoning regulations to support local businesses and services.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to 1) allow neighborhood-serving Social Service and Philanthropic Facility uses in Chinatown Mixed Use Districts with conditional use authorization; 2) change the provision for abandonment of a use that exceeds a use size maximum in Chinatown Mixed Use Districts; 3) allow re-establishment of a nonconforming use size in Chinatown Mixed Use Districts under certain circumstances; 4) change the use size limit and use size maximum in the Chinatown Community Business District; 5) exempt Institutional Community uses and Legacy Business Restaurants in Chinatown Mixed Use Districts from use size limits; 6) allow lot mergers under certain conditions in the Polk Street Neighborhood Commercial District; and 7) exclude the portion of Powell Street south of Union Street from the North Beach Financial Service, Limited Financial Service, and Business or Professional Service Subdistrict; 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.
This resolution allows San Francisco to issue and sell up to $25.13 million in Special Tax Bonds for improvements in the Treasure Island Community Facilities District. It also approves related documents necessary for the bond issuance.
Resolution authorizing the issuance and sale of one or more series of Special Tax Bonds for City and County of San Francisco Community Facilities District No. 2016-1 (Treasure Island) with respect to its Improvement Area No. 2 in the aggregate principal amount not to exceed $25,130,000 approving related documents, including an Official Statement, Fiscal Agent Agreement, Bond Purchase Agreement, and Continuing Disclosure Certificate, and determining other matters in connection therewith, as defined herein.
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.
This legislation calls for a hearing to discuss the abandonment of certain Muni routes and the potential restoration of service for buses, trains, and cable cars. It also requests a report from the Municipal Transportation Agency on these issues.
Hearing on the de facto route abandonment and service restoration for Muni buses, trains, and cable cars; and requesting the Municipal Transportation Agency to report.
This hearing is to get updates on the seismic retrofit options for the Millennium Tower at 301 Mission Street. The Department of Building Inspection and the project sponsor will provide reports based on public documents related to the project.
Hearing to receive progress updates on the seismic retrofit plan options for 301 Mission Street (also known as the Millennium Tower), based on public documents obtained by the Board of Supervisors and archived in File No. 160975; and requesting the Department of Building Inspection and project sponsor to report.
This resolution calls on state and federal leaders to increase the number of at-risk Afghan individuals allowed into the U.S. and to ensure that these evacuees and their families receive support and access to opportunities as they adjust to life in America.
Resolution urging our state and federal leaders to bring in more at-risk and vulnerable Afghan people to the United States, and that Afghan evacuees and their families be supported in their transition to American life and granted access to significant opportunities and benefits.
This resolution approves the annual report for the Discover Polk Community Benefit District for the fiscal year 2019-2020, as required by state law and the district's agreement with the city. It ensures that the district's activities and finances are reviewed and acknowledged by the city.
Resolution receiving and approving an annual report for the Discover Polk Community Benefit District for Fiscal Year (FY) 2019-2020, submitted as required by the Property and Business Improvement District Law of 1994 (California Streets and Highways Code, Sections 36600, et seq.), Section 36650, and the District’s management agreement with the City, Section 3.4.
This resolution intends to rename Donner Avenue, located in Alice Griffith Public Housing, to Charlie Way. The Board of Supervisors has passed this resolution, indicating their support for the name change.
Resolution declaring the intention of the Board of Supervisors to rename Donner Avenue between Arelious Walker Drive and West Harney Way, which is a street located in Alice Griffith Public Housing, to Charlie Way.
This resolution allows San Francisco to reimburse certain expenses related to the Kelsey Civic Center project using up to $73.4 million from future bonds. It also authorizes the Mayor's Office of Housing and Community Development to apply for residential mortgage revenue bonds to support this project.
Resolution declaring the intent of the City and County of San Francisco (“City”) to reimburse certain expenditures from proceeds of future bonded indebtedness in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $73,400,000 in one or more series of bonds on a tax-exempt or taxable basis; authorizing the Director of the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development (“Director”) to submit an application and related documents to the California Debt Limit Allocation Committee (“CDLAC”) to permit the issuance of residential mortgage revenue bonds in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $73,400,000 for 240 Van Ness Avenue (The Kelsey Civic Center); authorizing and directing the Director to direct the Controller’s Office to hold in trust an amount not to exceed $100,000 in accordance with CDLAC procedures; authorizing the Director to certify to CDLAC that the City has on deposit the required amount; authorizing the Director to pay an amount equal to such deposit to the State of California if the City fails to issue the residential mortgage revenue bonds; authorizing and directing the execution of any documents necessary to implement this Resolution, as defined herein; and ratifying and approving any action heretofore taken in connection with the Project, as defined herein, and the Application, as defined herein.
This resolution allows San Francisco to reimburse certain expenses using up to $58 million from future tax-exempt bonds for a project at 4200 Geary Boulevard. It also authorizes the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to apply for the necessary approvals to issue these bonds.
Resolution declaring the intent of the City and County of San Francisco (“City”) to reimburse certain expenditures from proceeds of future tax-exempt bonded indebtedness in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $58,009,000 in one or more series of bonds on a tax-exempt or taxable basis; authorizing the Director of the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development (“Director”) to submit an application and related documents to the California Debt Limit Allocation Committee (“CDLAC”) to permit the issuance of residential mortgage revenue bonds in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $58,009,000 for 4200 Geary Boulevard (San Francisco, California 94118); authorizing and directing the Director to direct the Controller’s Office to hold in trust an amount not to exceed $100,000 in accordance with CDLAC procedures; authorizing the Director to certify to CDLAC that the City has on deposit the required amount; authorizing the Director to pay an amount equal to such deposit to the State of California if the City fails to issue the residential mortgage revenue bonds; authorizing and directing the execution of any documents necessary to implement this Resolution, as defined herein; and ratifying and approving any action heretofore taken in connection with the Project, as defined herein, and the Application, as defined herein.
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)
This motion approves a Conditional Use Authorization for a project at 575 Vermont Street, following the Planning Commission's decision. It also includes environmental findings and confirms consistency with the city's General Plan and priority policies.
Motion approving the decision of the Planning Commission by its Motion No. 20921, approving a Conditional Use Authorization, identified as Planning Case No. 2020-000886CUA, for a proposed project located at 575 Vermont Street; and making environmental findings, and findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.