Legislation

The ordinance allows for nighttime entertainment uses on the ground floor in the Polk Street area and modifies commercial use regulations in North Beach and residential districts. It also sets restrictions on operating hours and outdoor activity areas for certain commercial uses in residential zones.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to 1) allow Nighttime Entertainment Uses as principally permitted on the ground floor and conditionally permitted on the second floor in the Polk Street Neighborhood Commercial District (NCD); 2) modify requirements for limited commercial uses within one-quarter mile of the North Beach Special Use District (SUD); 3) conditionally permit Retail Professional Services Uses on the ground floor in the North Beach NCD, subject to existing limitations; 4) allow limited commercial uses (LCUs) in Residential, House (RH) and Residential, Mixed (RM) Districts with specified limitations; 5) require operating hours to end at 10 p.m. for LCUs and limited corner commercial uses (LCCUs) in RH and RM Districts; 6) establish that LCCUs are limited to those uses allowed in an NCD or SUD within one-quarter mile of the use, or the NC-1 District, as specified; 7) prohibit outdoor activity areas not at the front of the building in RH and RM Districts and limit such outdoor activity areas in other residential districts; 8) establish that LCCUs in Residential Transit Oriented (RTO) Districts must be located on corner lots and specify lot depth requirements; and 9) make minor corrections to code text; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act, making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1, and making findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare pursuant to Planning Code, Section 302.

This resolution allows San Francisco to issue and sell up to $17 million in Special Tax Bonds for improvements in the Treasure Island Community Facilities District. It also approves necessary documents related to the bond issuance and outlines other related matters.

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 $17,000,000 approving related documents, including an Official Statement, First Supplement to Fiscal Agent Agreement, Bond Purchase Agreement, and Continuing Disclosure Undertaking; and determining other matters in connection therewith, as defined herein.

This resolution allows the City to receive funding for the operation and maintenance of Mission Bay Parks and authorizes the Port and Recreation and Park Department to manage these parks. It also terminates the OCII's Ground Lease to the Mission Bay Parks and permits necessary amendments to the agreement without increasing the City's obligations.

Resolution authorizing an agreement with the Office of Community Investment and Infrastructure (OCII), operating as the Successor Agency to the San Francisco Redevelopment Agency, acting in its capacity as the legislative body of Community Facilities District No. 5 (Mission Bay Maintenance District), for the City to receive funding for its operation and maintenance of the Mission Bay Parks, and to authorize the Port and the Recreation and Park Department to coordinate the operation and maintenance; authorizing the termination of OCII’s Ground Lease to the Mission Bay Parks; and to authorize the Port Executive Director and the Recreation and Park Department General Manager 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 Mayor and the Director of the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to secure a loan of up to $24 million for purchasing properties on the Great Highway and developing a 100% affordable rental building for seniors. It also approves the necessary loan documents and authorizes city officials to take actions needed to implement the project.

Resolution approving and authorizing the Mayor and the Director of the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to execute loan documents relating to a loan to provide financing for the acquisition of real property located at 1234, 1270, and 1280 Great Highway (the “Property”), and predevelopment activities for a 100% affordable multifamily rental building for seniors, in an aggregate amount not to exceed $24,000,000; approving the form of the loan agreement and ancillary documents; ratifying and approving any action heretofore taken in connection with the property; granting general authority to City officials to take actions necessary to implement this Resolution; as defined herein; and finding that the loan is consistent with the General Plan, and the priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.

This resolution authorizes the Mayor and the Director of the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to finalize loan documents for up to $15 million to acquire property at 650 Divisadero Street and support the development of a 100% affordable rental building. It also grants city officials the authority to take necessary actions to implement the resolution and confirms that the loan aligns with the city's General Plan and planning policies.

Resolution approving and authorizing the Mayor and the Director of the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to execute loan documents relating to a loan to provide financing for the acquisition of real property located at 650 Divisadero Street (the “Property”), and predevelopment activities for a 100% affordable multifamily rental building, in an aggregate amount not to exceed $15,000,000; approving the form of the loan agreement and ancillary documents; ratifying and approving any action heretofore taken in connection with the property, as defined herein; granting general authority to City officials to take actions necessary to implement this Resolution, as defined herein; and finding that the loan is consistent the General Plan, and the priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.

This ordinance restricts private vehicles from using a section of John F. Shelley Drive in McLaren Park, specifically between the Upper Reservoir Parking Lot and Mansell Street. The aim is to enhance safety and accessibility in that area.

Ordinance amending the Park Code to restrict private vehicles from a portion of John F. Shelley Drive, between the Upper Reservoir Parking Lot and Mansell Street, in McLaren Park.

This resolution designates a section of Mission Street as "Elsie Tonelli Street" to honor her contributions to the San Francisco community. The new street name will be located between Santa Rosa Avenue and Excelsior Avenue.

Resolution adding the Commemorative Street Name “Elsie Tonelli Street” to Mission Street between Santa Rosa Avenue and Excelsior Avenue in recognition of her contribution to San Francisco as a local figure.

This resolution allows for the installation of cultural heritage plaques along the 6th Street corridor in the Lodginghouse District to mark historic locations. It also starts the process to create a program for future commemorative plaques in the area.

Resolution authorizing the placement of the Lodginghouse District of San Francisco’s Cultural Heritage District plaques, to be installed on the sidewalks at various historic location markers along the 6th Street corridor between Market Street and Howard Street, and initiating the process set forth in Public Works Code, Sections 789 et seq., to provide for the creation of a program for and installation of commemorative plaques in the Lodginghouse District.

This resolution authorizes the installation of plaques marking historic locations in the SoMa Pilipinas Filipino Cultural Heritage District along the 6th Street corridor. It also begins the process to create a program for future commemorative plaques in the area.

Resolution authorizing the placement of the SoMa Pilipinas Filipino Cultural Heritage District plaques, to be installed on the sidewalk at various historic location markers along the 6th Street corridor between Market Street and Howard Street, and initiating the process set forth in Public Works Code, Sections 789 et seq., to provide for the creation of a program for and installation of commemorative plaques in the SoMa Pilipinas Cultural District.

This resolution allows for the installation of cultural heritage plaques along the 6th Street corridor to commemorate the Compton’s Transgender Cultural District. It also starts the process to create a program for future commemorative plaques in the district.

Resolution authorizing the placement of the Compton’s Transgender Cultural District of San Francisco’s Cultural Heritage District plaques, to be installed on the sidewalks at various historic location markers along the 6th Street corridor between Market Street and Howard Street, and initiating the process set forth in Public Works Code, Sections 789 et seq., to provide for the creation of a program for and installation of commemorative plaques in Compton’s Transgender Cultural District.

This hearing is to address objections regarding a report on unpaid real property transfer taxes for a specific property at 2-16 Turk Street. If approved, the report will be sent to the Controller and Tax Collector for collection and added to the city's General Fund.

Hearing to consider objections to a report of delinquent real property transfer tax under Business and Tax Regulations Code, Section 1115.1(c), for Assessor's Parcel Block No. 0340, Lot No. 004 (2-16 Turk Street), and directing transmission of said report to the Controller and Tax Collector for collection and deposit into the General Fund; scheduled pursuant to Motion No. M23-133 (File No. 231063), approved October 24, 2023.

This resolution confirms a report of unpaid real property transfer tax for a specific property at 2-16 Turk Street and directs the report to be sent to the Controller and Tax Collector for collection. The collected funds will be deposited into the city's General Fund.

Resolution confirming report of delinquent real property transfer tax under Business and Tax Regulations Code, Section 1115.1(c), for Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0340, Lot No. 004 (2-16 Turk Street); and directing transmission of said report to the Controller and Tax Collector for collection and deposit into the General Fund.

This resolution increases funding for the Eviction Defense Collaborative by up to $4.4 million, bringing the total grant to $6.28 million to provide legal assistance for eviction cases through the Tenant Right to Counsel Program. The funding will support eligible San Francisco tenants and remains effective until June 30, 2024.

Resolution approving and authorizing the Mayor and the Director of the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development (“MOHCD”) to execute an amendment to a grant agreement with Eviction Defense Collaborative, Inc., to increase the grant amount by an amount not to exceed $4,400,000 for a Grant Agreement total in the amount of $6,280,000 and aggregate grant amount of $11,391,504 related to the provision of eviction-related legal assistance through MOHCD’s Tenant Right to Counsel Program to eligible San Francisco tenants effective upon approval of this Resolution, with no changes to the term of January 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024; approving the form of and authorizing the execution of the grant agreement; and granting general authority to City officials to take actions necessary to implement this Resolution, as defined herein.

This motion approves the Mayor's nomination of Azalina Eusope to the Sanitation and Streets Commission, with her term set to end on July 1, 2026. The motion has been passed.

Motion approving the Mayor’s nomination for the appointment of Azalina Eusope, term ending July 1, 2026, to the Sanitation and Streets Commission.

This legislation calls for a hearing to assess how the APEC Summit affected small businesses, cultural institutions, community organizations, residents, and workers in the Yerba Buena/Moscone area. It also requests reports from SoMa Pilipinas and the Yerba Buena Community Benefit District on these impacts.

Hearing on the financial impacts of Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Summit on small businesses, cultural institutions, community organizations, residents, and workers within and immediately surrounding the security perimeters, particularly the Yerba Buena/Moscone area where the summit was held; and requesting SoMa Pilipinas and Yerba Buena Community Benefit District to report.

This ordinance broadens the exemption from increased transfer tax rates for certain rent-restricted affordable housing transactions valued at $5 million or more, retroactively applying it to transfers since January 1, 2017, and extending the exemption until December 31, 2030. It also affirms the Planning Department's compliance with environmental regulations.

Ordinance amending the Business and Tax Regulations Code to broaden the exemption from the increased transfer tax rates when the consideration or value of the interest or property conveyed equals or exceeds $5,000,000 for transfers of certain rent-restricted affordable housing; applying the exemption retroactively to transfers occurring on or after January 1, 2017; extending the exemption through December 31, 2030; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

This resolution approves a payment of $37,197.48 to Dolores Street Community Services to settle a claim for property damage due to flooding from a water main rupture. The claim was filed on April 20, 2023, and the settlement has now been officially approved.

Resolution approving the settlement of the unlitigated claim filed by Dolores Street Community Services against the City and County of San Francisco for $37,197.48; the claim was filed on April 20, 2023; the claim involves property damage arising from flooding alleged to be caused by a water main rupture.

The ordinance creates a special zoning district for non-profit arts education at 800 Chestnut Street, allowing for specific uses and protections for arts organizations in that area. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with city planning goals.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to create the Non-Profit Arts Education Special Use District (Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 49, Lot No. 1, generally bounded by Francisco Street, Jones Street, Chestnut Street, and Leavenworth Street, and numbered as 800 Chestnut Street); amending the Zoning Map to show the Non-Profit Arts Education Special Use District; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101; and making findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare pursuant to Planning Code, Section 302.

This resolution approves an increase in a loan by nearly $1.5 million for the Sunnydale Project, which aims to finance additional construction costs for infrastructure improvements and housing development. It also allows the Director of the Mayor's Office of Housing and Community Development to make necessary amendments to the loan agreement without increasing the city's obligations.

Resolution approving and authorizing the execution of a Second Amendment to the Loan Agreement with Sunnydale Infrastructure Phase 1A3 LLC, a California limited liability company, to increase the loan amount by $1,495,294 for a new total loan amount not to exceed $26,567,405 to finance additional construction costs for the second phase of infrastructure improvements and housing development related to the revitalization and master development of up to 1770 units of replacement public housing, affordable housing and market rate housing, commonly known as the Sunnydale HOPE SF Development (“Sunnydale Project”); adopting findings that the loan agreement is consistent with the adopted Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program under the California Environmental Quality Act, the City’s General Plan, and the priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and to authorize the Director of Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to enter into any amendments or modifications to the Agreement that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities for the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the agreement or this Resolution.

This motion directs the Budget and Legislative Analyst to perform two extra audits in the 2023-2024 fiscal year, focusing on how Public Works manages street cleaning and how interdepartmental agreements are handled across the city. It has been approved and is now set to be carried out.

Motion directing the Budget and Legislative Analyst to conduct two additional performance audits in Fiscal Year (FY) 2023-2024 on the management of street cleaning by Public Works and of interdepartmental agreements citywide.

This resolution adds new street signs that read "LEATHER & LGBTQ Cultural District" to 26 existing signs in the South of Market neighborhood to honor the history and contributions of the leather and LGBTQ community. It follows the guidelines set by the Commemorative Street Plaque Ordinance in the Public Works Code.

Resolution adding placemaking street signs reading "LEATHER & LGBTQ Cultural District" to 26 existing street signs in the South of Market neighborhood in the vicinity of LEATHER & LGBTQ Cultural District generally bounded by Brannan Street, Third Street, Mission Street, 12th Street, and Division Street in recognition and honor of the extensive history and contributions of the leather and LGBTQ community pursuant to the Commemorative Street Plaque Ordinance in Public Works Code, Sections 789 et seq.

This resolution designates the 200 block of Grove Street as "MTT Way" to honor Michael Tilson Thomas for his contributions to San Francisco's arts and culture during his tenure as Music Director of the Symphony. It also celebrates his 79th birthday.

Resolution adding the commemorative street name “MTT Way” to the 200 block of Grove Street in recognition of San Francisco Symphony Music Director Laureate Michael Tilson Thomas’s tremendous impact on San Francisco and local arts and culture in the City throughout his 25 years as the Symphony’s Music Director, and in celebration of his 79th birthday, in accordance with Public Works Code, Section 789 et seq.

This resolution allows Universal Life Corral, LLC to obtain a liquor license for their business, The Stud, located at 1123 Folsom Street. It also requests that the state impose specific conditions on the license to ensure it meets local needs.

Resolution determining that the issuance of a Type-48 on-sale general public premises liquor license to Universal Life Corral, LLC, to do business as the Stud, located at 1123 Folsom Street (District 6), 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 motion cancels a previously scheduled public hearing where the Board of Supervisors was set to discuss a report on unpaid real property transfer taxes for a specific property at 2-16 Turk Street. The hearing was originally planned for January 9, 2024, but will no longer take place.

Motion rescinding the Board of Supervisors approval (Motion No. M23-133; File No. 231063) to sit as a Committee of the Whole on January 9, 2024, at 3:00 p.m., to hold a public hearing on a Resolution confirming report of delinquent real property transfer tax under Business and Tax Regulations Code, Section 1115.1(c), for Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0340, Lot No. 004 (2-16 Turk Street), and cancelling the subject Committee of the Whole.

The ordinance allows the Office of the District Attorney to use a $2,050,000 grant from the State of California to support a program targeting organized retail theft. It also adds two grant-funded positions to the office for the duration of the grant, from October 1, 2023, to June 1, 2027.

Ordinance retroactively authorizing the Office of the District Attorney to accept and expend a grant in the amount of $2,050,000 from the State of California, Board of State and Community Corrections, to fund the Organized Retail Theft Vertical Prosecution Grant Program; and amending Ordinance No. 145-23 (Annual Salary Ordinance, File No. 230645 for Fiscal Years (FYs) 2023-2024 and 2024-2025) to provide for the addition of one grant-funded position in Class 8177 Attorney-Civil/Criminal (FTE 1.0) and one grant-funded position in Class 8550 District Attorney’s Investigator-SFERS (FTE 1.0) at the Office of the District Attorney for the grant agreement period of October 1, 2023, through June 1, 2027.

This ordinance creates a special use district for the redevelopment of a cultural center at Wawona Street and 45th Avenue, including updates to the Planning Code and Zoning Map. It also affirms compliance with environmental regulations and consistency with the city's General Plan.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to create the Wawona Street and 45th Avenue Cultural Center Special Use District (Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 2513, Lot No. 026) to facilitate the redevelopment of a cultural center; amending the Zoning Map to show the Wawona Street and 45th Avenue Cultural Center Special Use District; amending the Local Coastal Program to add the Wawona Street and 45th Avenue Cultural Center Special Use District, subject to certification by the California Coastal Commission; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and making findings of consistency with the General Plan and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1 and findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare under Planning Code, Section 302.

This resolution allows for the creation of a special use district for a cultural center at 2700-45th Avenue and sends the amendment to the California Coastal Commission for review. It also confirms that the Planning Department's environmental assessment meets state requirements.

Resolution transmitting to the California Coastal Commission for review and certification an amendment to the Implementation Program portion of the certified Local Coastal Program for the creation of the Wawona Street and 45th Avenue Cultural Center Special Use District on the parcel located at 2700-45th Avenue; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

The resolution urges the City Attorney and the Mayor to ask the State Department of Housing and Community Development to extend deadlines and revise their review policies to align with San Francisco's housing goals. It emphasizes the city's commitment to both creating new housing and preserving existing housing while ensuring compliance with fair housing laws.

Resolution urging the City Attorney and the Mayor to request that the State Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD): 1) extend the deadlines for Required Actions in HCD’s Policy and Practice Review to ensure that all of San Francisco’s extensive, collaborative work to further housing development does not lead to de-certification of San Francisco’s adopted Housing Element; 2) revise and correct HCD’s Policy and Practice Review to be consistent with all policies in San Francisco’s adopted Housing Element, including its policies and actions related to affordable housing and equity, as well as the City’s legal obligations to affirmatively further fair housing, and to be consistent with San Francisco’s status as a Charter City imbued with the power of local action over municipal affairs; and setting forth that as part of the City’s Housing Element implementation, it is the policy of the City to address the dual goals of production of new housing as well as the preservation of existing housing.

This resolution adds the street name "Panos Place" to a section of Corbin Place in honor of San Francisco resident Panagiotis Koutsoyannis. It has been officially passed by the city.

Resolution adding the commemorative street name “Panos Place” to Corbin Place between the 100 and 200 block of Corbett Avenue in recognition of San Francisco resident Panagiotis Koutsoyannis.

This ordinance allows the Airport Commission to purchase up to 14 used compressed natural gas transit buses from Phoenix without going through the usual competitive bidding process, for a total cost of up to $350,000. It also gives the Airport Director the authority to negotiate the agreement's terms within that budget.

Ordinance waiving competitive bidding requirements in the Administrative Code, and all other requirements in the Administrative Code, Environment Code, or other parts of the Municipal Code as applied to a commodities purchase, to authorize the Airport Commission to procure up to 14 used compressed natural gas transit buses from the City of Phoenix, which owns and operates Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, for an amount not to exceed $350,000; and authorizing the Airport Director to negotiate the terms of the agreement consistent with the not to exceed amount.

This resolution approves a lease agreement for property at 716-720 Sacramento Street, allowing the Department of Public Health to pay $370,000 annually with 3% increases, effective from July 1, 2023, until June 30, 2026, with options to extend. It also gives the Director of Property the authority to make minor changes to the lease as needed without increasing the city's obligations.

Resolution retroactively approving and authorizing the Director of Property, on behalf of the Department of Public Health, to execute a Fourth Amendment to a Lease of real property located at 716-720 Sacramento Street, with 716 Sacramento LLC (73.4%) and DLS Sacramento LLC (26.6%), at a base rent of $370,000 per year with 3% annual increases, for an initial term commencing July 1, 2023, with a total term of December 1, 1996, through June 30, 2026, with two one-year options to extend; and to authorize the Director or Property to enter into any extensions, amendments, or modifications to the Lease that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the Lease or this Resolution.

This resolution approves a lease agreement for a portion of property at 2205 Jennings Street for three years at an annual rent of $264,000, with a 3% increase each year and an option to extend for five more years. It also allows the Director of Property to make minor amendments to the lease as needed.

Resolution authorizing and approving the lease of a portion of the real property located at 2205 Jennings Street with J.D. Harney, Inc., a California corporation, John Daniel Harney and Bernadette Patricia Harney, Co-Trustees or Successor Trustee of the John Daniel Harney and Bernadette Patricia Harney Revocable Living Trust Under Agreement dated August 13, 1987, as Community Property, and MM1495Wall LP, a California Limited partnership, for an initial three-year term at an annual base rent of $264,000 (or the monthly amount of $22,000); plus 3% annual increases to base rent; plus one five-year extension option to further extend the term of the Lease; the Lease will be effective upon approval of this Resolution; and to authorize the Director of Property to enter into amendments or modifications to the Lease that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the Lease or this Resolution.

This resolution allows the city to lease property at 42 Gough Street to Gough Club, LLC for three years at an initial rent of $44,472 per year, with annual increases tied to the Consumer Price Index. It also gives the Director of Property the authority to make minor changes to the lease without increasing the city's obligations.

Resolution authorizing and approving the lease of real property located at 42 Gough Street, with Gough Club, LLC, a California limited liability corporation, for a three year term at an initial base rent of $44,472 per year with annual rent increases based on the Consumer Price Index of 3% to 5%, with one option to extend for one-year, effective upon approval of this Resolution; authorizing the Director of Property to enter into any additions, amendments, or other modifications to the Lease that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities of the City to effectuate the purposes of the Lease or this Resolution.

This resolution allows the Department of the Environment to accept and use a $605,620 grant from the U.S. Department of Energy to expand an electric bicycle pilot program for delivery workers over three years. It also authorizes the department's director to manage the grant agreement and related contracts.

Resolution retroactively authorizing the Department of the Environment (“Environment Department”) to accept and expend a grant of $605,620 for a term of three years from September 12, 2023, through September 11, 2026, from the United States Department of Energy’s Vehicle Technologies Office to expand an electric bicycle pilot for delivery workers; and to authorize the Director of the Environment Department to enter into and execute the Grant Agreement and amendments thereto, and to execute the contracts between the City and various agencies consistent with the aforementioned proposal and necessary to carry out the purpose of the grant or this Resolution.

This resolution confirms that San Francisco is following state housing laws to support the Municipal Transportation Agency's request for funding from the One Bay Area Grant Program. It aims to secure financial resources for transportation projects in the city.

Resolution affirming San Francisco’s compliance with certain state housing laws in support of the Municipal Transportation Agency’s application for funding by the Metropolitan Transportation Commission’s One Bay Area Grant Program (OBAG 3).

This resolution allows the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to spend $99,000 from the SoMa Community Stabilization Fund to hire consultants for a new five-year strategic plan aimed at addressing the impacts of destabilization on SoMa residents and businesses. The plan will be developed from the time of approval until November 30, 2025.

Resolution authorizing the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to expend SoMa Community Stabilization Fund dollars in the amount of $99,000 to engage a consultant team in developing a new five-year strategic plan to address various impacts of destabilization on residents and businesses in SoMa for a term to commence effective upon approval of this Resolution through November 30, 2025.

This hearing will discuss the San Francisco Housing Authority's Housing Choice Voucher Program and the issues arising from its contract with a third-party organization, including a breach of contract and its effects on housing programs, low-income residents, and the city budget. It will also request reports from the SFHA, the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development, and the Controller’s Office.

Hearing to discuss the San Francisco Housing Authority’s (SFHA) Housing Choice Voucher Program, the decision to contract out that program to a third-party organization, the breach of contract between the third-party organization and the SFHA, and the impact of that breach of contract to the City’s housing programs, low-income residents, and City budget; and requesting the SFHA, Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development, and Controller’s Office to report.

This charter amendment aimed to allow the Mayor to disapprove specific SFMTA budget proposals, including fare increases and changes to parking meter operations. The proposal has been killed and will not be on the ballot for the March 5, 2024 election.

Charter Amendment (Second Draft) to amend the Charter of the City and County of San Francisco to provide that the Mayor may disapprove in writing certain San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) proposals that must be part of SFMTA’s proposed budget or budget amendment; proposals subject to disapproval are increases in fares and parking meter maximum rates, and net expansion of hours or days of parking meter operation; at an election to be held on March 5, 2024.

This resolution allows the transfer of a liquor license to Fig & Thistle at 313 Ivy Street, determining it will benefit the public. It also requests that the state impose specific conditions on the license issuance.

Resolution determining that the person-to-person, premise-to-premise transfer of a Type-48 on-sale general public premises liquor license to 7682 LLC, to do business as Fig & Thistle, located at 313 Ivy Street (District 5), 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.

The ordinance authorizes the City to settle a lawsuit by returning $130,401.66 in fees to the plaintiffs who challenged the denial of their application to convert a building into condominiums. The settlement also includes waiving the City’s litigation costs and withdrawing both parties' appeals.

Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Adam Smith, et al., against the City and County of San Francisco for return of the Expedited Conversion Program fee in the amount of $130,401.66; the lawsuit was filed on September 28, 2021, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CPF-21-517578; entitled Adam Smith, et al. v. City and County of San Francisco; the lawsuit challenges the Board of Supervisors’ denial of Petitioners’ application to convert their six-unit building at 424-434 Francisco Street to condominiums under the City’s Expedited Conversion Program (Subd. Code, Section 1396.4); the settlement includes return of Petitioners’ Expedited Conversion Program fee and waiver of the City’s litigation costs; other material terms of the settlement are the parties’ agreement to withdraw their respective appeals.

This ordinance requires the Chief of Police to create a strategy for foot and bike patrols within the Police Department. The aim is to enhance community policing and improve public safety.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to require the Chief of Police to adopt a foot and bike patrol strategy for the Police Department.

This resolution urges the SFMTA to collect more data and create better metrics for its Taxi Upfront Fare Pilot program. It also requires the SFMTA to provide quarterly reports to the Board of Supervisors to enhance outcomes for taxi drivers.

Resolution urging the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) Board of Directors to track additional data and develop additional program metrics for its Taxi Upfront Fare Pilot program and continue to submit a quarterly report to the Board of Supervisors to ensure improved outcomes and benefits for taxi drivers.

This ordinance establishes fire safety standards for charging and storing lithium-ion batteries in powered mobility devices, bans the use of damaged batteries, and prohibits the use of reconditioned batteries made from used cells. It also requires the Fire Department to run an informational campaign about these regulations.

Ordinance amending the Fire Code to provide fire protection standards for the charging and storage of lithium-ion batteries used in powered mobility devices (such as electric bikes, scooters, skateboards, and hoverboards), prohibit use of damaged lithium-ion batteries in such devices, prohibit use of lithium-ion batteries assembled or reconditioned using cells removed from used batteries in such devices, and require the Fire Department to conduct an informational campaign; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and directing the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors to forward this Ordinance to the California Building Standards Commission upon final passage.

This legislation involves a hearing for individuals who want to express their support or opposition to a decision made by Public Works regarding a subdivision project at 1365-1371 York Street. The hearing is scheduled because an appeal has been filed by Deepa Varma against the approval of the Tentative Parcel Map for this two-lot subdivision.

Hearing of persons interested in or objecting to the decision of Public Works, dated November 1, 2023, approving a Tentative Parcel Map for a two-lot subdivision project at 1365-1371 York Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 4275, Lot No. 028. (District 9) (Appellant: Deepa Varma) (Filed: November 13, 2023)

This motion aimed to disapprove a subdivision project at 1365-1371 York Street, contingent on the Board of Supervisors providing written reasons for the disapproval. The motion has been killed, meaning it will not move forward.

Motion conditionally disapproving the decision of Public Works and disapproving the Tentative Parcel Map for a two-lot subdivision project at 1365-1371 York Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 4275, Lot No. 028, subject to the Board of Supervisors’ adoption of written findings in support of the disapproval.

This motion aimed to have the Clerk of the Board create findings regarding the Board of Supervisors' decision to reject a subdivision project at 1365-1371 York Street. The motion has been killed, meaning it will not proceed further.

Motion directing the Clerk of the Board to prepare findings relating to the Board of Supervisors' decision to disapprove the Tentative Parcel Map for a two-lot subdivision project at 1365-1371 York Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 4275, Lot No. 028.

This resolution designates the 0 Block of Shannon Street as "Veterans Alley" to honor The San Francisco Veterans Mural Project. It recognizes the project's contribution to the community in the Tenderloin.

Resolution adding the commemorative street name "Veterans Alley" to the 0 Block of Shannon Street in recognition of The San Francisco Veterans Mural Project (known colloquially as “Veterans Alley”), a community-based mural project located in the Tenderloin.

This resolution allows the Human Services Agency to apply for and accept over $2 million in funding from the state to support programs that help young adults find and keep housing. The funds will be used for transitional housing and housing navigation services.

Resolution authorizing the Human Services Agency, on behalf of the City and County of San Francisco, to apply for and accept the county allocation award under the California Department of Housing and Community Development Transitional Housing Program for an amount of $2,091,240 and Housing Navigation and Maintenance Program for an amount of $291,098 which provide funding to help young adults secure and maintain housing.

This motion approves the Mayor's appointment of Kent Lim to the Successor Agency Commission, which oversees community investment and infrastructure projects. His term will last until November 3, 2026.

Motion approving the Mayor’s nomination for appointment of Kent Lim, term ending November 3, 2026, to the Successor Agency Commission (commonly known as the Commission on Community Investment and Infrastructure).

This legislation proposes a Charter Amendment that would allow the Mayor to disapprove certain budget proposals from the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency, specifically those related to fare increases, parking meter rate hikes, and changes to parking meter operation hours. A hearing is scheduled for November 14, 2023, to discuss this amendment before it goes to a vote on March 5, 2024.

Hearing of the Board of Supervisors sitting as a Committee of the Whole on November 14, 2023, at 3:00 p.m., to consider a Charter Amendment (Second Draft) to amend the Charter of the City and County of San Francisco to provide that the Mayor may disapprove in writing certain San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) proposals that must be part of SFMTA’s proposed budget or budget amendment; proposals subject to disapproval are increases in fares and parking meter maximum rates, and net expansion of hours or days of parking meter operation; at an election to be held on March 5, 2024 (File No. 230986); and a Motion modifying the amount of time required under Board Rule 2.22.7 between the first appearance on the Board’s agenda and the order of submission to the electorate for the subject Charter Amendment; scheduled pursuant to an oral motion made and approved on November 7, 2023, during action at the Board of Supervisors meeting for File No. 230986.

This motion allows the Mayor to disapprove specific proposals from the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) related to fare increases, parking meter rates, and parking meter operation hours before they are included in the budget. It modifies the timeline for submitting this Charter Amendment to voters for the March 5, 2024 election.

Motion modifying the amount of time required under Rule 2.22.7 between the first appearance on the Board’s agenda and the order of submission to the electorate for the Charter Amendment to provide that the Mayor may disapprove in writing certain San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) proposals that must be part of SFMTA’s proposed budget or budget amendment; proposals subject to disapproval are increases in fares and parking meter maximum rates, and net expansion of hours or days of parking meter operation; at an election to be held on March 5, 2024 (File No. 230986).

This ordinance allows a food service shared space at 1429 Mendell Street to be treated as a curbside shared space, bypassing certain Administrative Code requirements. It also confirms that the Planning Department's assessment complies with environmental regulations.

Ordinance waiving specified requirements in the Administrative Code to allow a food service shared space located at 1429 Mendell Street to be considered as a curbside shared space, subject to certain requirements; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

This ordinance establishes a policy for the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency to use driver-safety video analytics technology. It aims to enhance safety measures for public transportation while ensuring proper oversight and accountability.

Ordinance approving a Surveillance Technology Policy for San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) use of Driver-Safety Video Analytics.

The proposed initiative ordinance requires a standardized community engagement process for changes to police policies, considers staff burdens in policy changes, modifies use of force and technology policies, and streamlines the installation of community safety cameras. It will be voted on by residents in the March 5, 2024 election.

Hearing to consider the proposed Initiative Ordinance submitted by the Mayor to the voters for the March 5, 2024, Election, entitled “Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to 1) require a standardized community engagement process before the Police Commission changes policies or procedures regarding Police Department operations; 2) require the Commission and Department to consider administrative burdens on staff before changing such policies or procedures, and to streamline reporting and recordkeeping procedures; 3) modify the Department's use of force and vehicle pursuit policies, and establish a technology policy, to allow officers to use body-worn cameras and drones under certain circumstances; 4) limit new restrictions on the Department's use of technology unless approved by the Board of Supervisors; 5) streamline the process for the Department to install community safety cameras; and 6) permit the Department to use Surveillance Technology for at least one year before the corresponding Surveillance Technology Policy may be disapproved by the Board of Supervisors."

This legislation aimed to require the Chief of Police to implement a strategy for foot and bike patrols within the Police Department. The proposal has failed to advance for consideration by voters in the upcoming March 5, 2024, election.

Hearing to consider the proposed Initiative Ordinance submitted by four or more Supervisors to the voters for the March 5, 2024, Election, entitled "Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to require the Chief of Police to adopt a foot and bike patrol strategy for the Police Department."

This resolution allows the transfer of a liquor license to a business called Ad Hoc at 779 Bush Street, determining it will benefit the public. It also requests that the state impose specific conditions on the license's issuance.

Resolution determining that the premise-to-premise transfer of a Type-48 on-sale general public premises liquor license to 790 Bush Street Ventures, Inc., to do business as Ad Hoc, located at 779 Bush 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; 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 beer and wine liquor license to Valencia Whole Foods at 999 Valencia Street, stating it will benefit the public. It also requests that the state impose specific conditions on the license's issuance.

Resolution determining that the person-to-person, premise-to-premise transfer of a Type-20 off-sale beer and wine liquor license to Valencia WF Inc., to do business as Valencia Whole Foods, located at 999 Valencia 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.

The ordinance allows for easier conversion between certain types of uses, like Production, Distribution and Repair, and Institutional Community activities, in smaller buildings (under 25,000 square feet) in specific neighborhoods. It also confirms that this change aligns with environmental regulations and city planning priorities.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to exempt from the limitations on conversion of certain Production, Distribution and Repair (“PDR”), Institutional Community, and Arts Activities uses in the Eastern Neighborhoods Plans Areas (Mission, Eastern SoMa, Western SoMa, and Central SoMa), changes of use from one of those uses to another of those uses or to Institutional uses, in buildings under 25,000 ground floor square feet; 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 approves an increase of $3,000,953 to the existing contract with the Japanese Community Youth Council for the Opportunities for All Intermediary Program, raising the total grant amount to $13,327,411. The grant term remains unchanged, and the increase requires approval from the Board of Supervisors.

Resolution approving a fourth amendment to Contract No. 10000014147 for the Japanese Community Youth Council, Opportunities for All Intermediary 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, to increase the grant amount by $3,000,953 for a total not to exceed amount of $13,327,411 with Board of Supervisors’ approval under Charter, Section 9.118, and with no change to the grant term.

This resolution encourages the SFMTA and the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing to work together to help people living in their vehicles find stable housing. It also aims to prevent new RVs and large uninhabited commercial vehicles from replacing those residents.

Resolution urging the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) and the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing (HSH) to collaborate on the relocation of residents living in their vehicles into more stable housing while ensuring that new Recreational Vehicles (RVs) and large uninhabited commercial vehicles do not take their place.

This resolution urges the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency to collaborate with various stakeholders to quickly implement a local Automated Speed Safety Program Pilot, focusing on high-injury corridors. It requires the agency to present a detailed implementation plan and budget by the end of 2023, ensuring considerations for equity and data monitoring.

Resolution urging the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) to work with traffic and pedestrian safety advocates, equity groups, the San Francisco County Transportation Authority Board, and other relevant infrastructure and reporting agencies to expediently implement the local Automated Speed Safety Program Pilot in San Francisco, enabled by California State Assembly Bill No. 645, starting with high-injury corridors, and present an implementation plan and budget, with built-in equity, data-monitoring, and reporting considerations before the end of 2023.

This resolution urges the Mayor and City agencies to communicate with residents about the impacts of APEC activities on security and services, while also prioritizing funding to support affected neighborhoods and communities. It emphasizes the importance of protecting residents' rights to free speech and maintaining City Sanctuary policies.

Resolution urging the Mayor and City agencies to inform residents and vulnerable communities of security, transportation, and service impacts from Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) activities; to prioritize City funding towards mitigation of impacts on neighborhoods, small businesses, and vulnerable communities; and to protect people’s rights to freedom of speech and uphold City Sanctuary policies.

The ordinance changes the name of a special zoning district to include both family and senior housing and allows for increased housing density on certain corner lots in specific residential districts. It also extends development benefits to additional residential areas and updates the zoning map accordingly.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to change the title of the Family Housing Opportunity Special Use District to the Family and Senior Housing Opportunity Special Use District (“SUD”); authorize within the SUD the greater of up to six units per lot or one unit per 1,000 square feet of lot area on individual Corner Lots in RH (Residential House) Districts, the greater of up to 18 units per lot or one unit per 1,000 square feet of lot area on Corner Lots resulting from three lot mergers in RH-1 districts, and the greater of up to 12 units per lot or one unit per 1,000 square feet of lot area on Corner Lots resulting from two lot mergers in RH-1 districts; extend various development and streamlining benefits, including lot merger benefits, to RM-1 (Residential, Mixed), RH-2, and RH-3 Districts within the area of the SUD bounded by the Great Highway, Lincoln Way, 19th Avenue, and Sloat Boulevard; and refine project eligibility criteria in the SUD; amending the Zoning Map to reflect the renamed Family and Senior Housing Special Use District; 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.

The ordinance allows the San Francisco Police Department to accept and use a $15.3 million grant to combat organized retail theft and catalytic converter theft from October 2023 to June 2027. It also creates two new full-time positions to support these efforts.

Ordinance retroactively authorizing the Police Department, on behalf of the Board of Supervisors for the City and County of San Francisco, to accept and expend a grant in the amount of $15,326,301 from the Board of State and Community Corrections Organized Retail Theft Grant Program to fund personnel, training, equipment, and other activities in furtherance of combatting organized retail theft and motor vehicle accessory (catalytic converter) theft in San Francisco, for the period of October 1, 2023, through June 1, 2027; approving the associated grant agreement under Charter, Section 9.118; and amending Ordinance No. 145-23 (Annual Salary Ordinance, File No. 230645 for Fiscal Years 2023-2024 and 2024-2025) to provide for the creation of two grant-funded full-time positions in Class 1823 Senior Administrative Analyst (2.0).

This resolution allows the Department of Public Health to use a $2 million grant from the Department of Health and Human Services to enhance overdose response capabilities through a program running from September 30, 2023, to September 29, 2027. It was passed retroactively to authorize the funding for this initiative.

Resolution retroactively authorizing the Department of Public Health to accept and expend a grant in the amount of $2,000,000 from the Department of Health and Human Services for participation in a program, entitled “Building City-Wide Capacity for Community and Traditional First Responders in Overdose Response,” for the period of September 30, 2023, through September 29, 2027.

The resolution approves a 75-year lease for city-owned property at 683 Florida Street and 2070 Bryant Street to 681 Florida Street Commercial LLC for $1 annually, aimed at developing community-serving commercial spaces. It also allows the removal of this property from an existing residential lease and confirms that the project aligns with city planning policies.

Resolution 1) approving and authorizing the Director of Property and the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development (“MOHCD”) to enter into a Commercial Ground Lease for Real Property owned by the City and located at 683 Florida Street and 2070 Bryant Street (together, the “Commercial Property”) with 681 Florida Street Commercial LLC, for a lease term of 75 years and one 24-year option to extend and an annual base rent of $1 (“Commercial Ground Lease”), in order to develop two adjoining ground floor commercial spaces for public benefit or community-serving uses (“Commercial Project”); 2) approving and authorizing the Director of Property and the Director of MOHCD to enter into a First Amendment to Residential Ground Lease to remove the Commercial Property from the leased premises under the Residential Ground Lease between the City and 681 Florida Housing Associates, L.P.; 3) adopting findings that the Project and proposed transactions are consistent with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; 4) determining that the less than market rent payable under the Commercial Ground Lease will serve a public purpose by providing commercial spaces for community-serving spaces, in accordance with Administrative Code, Section 23.3; and 5) authorizing the Director of Property and/or the Director of MOHCD to execute the Commercial Ground Lease and the First Amendment to Residential Ground Lease and make certain modifications to such agreements, as defined herein, and take certain actions in furtherance of this Resolution, as defined herein.

This resolution approves a historical property contract for 2209 Webster Street between the property owners and the City, allowing for certain protections and benefits related to the property's historical status. It also authorizes city officials to finalize and record the contract.

Resolution approving a historical property contract between Michael Foley and Chiao Mei Lin, as Trustees of The Foley Lin Family Trust dated June 20, 2023, the owners of 2209 Webster Street, and the City and County of San Francisco, under Administrative Code, Chapter 71; and authorizing the Planning Director and the Assessor-Recorder to execute and record the historical property contract.

This resolution approves a historical property contract for 988 Market Street between the property owners and the City, allowing for specific preservation measures. It also authorizes the Planning Director and Assessor-Recorder to finalize and document the agreement.

Resolution approving a historical property contract between 140 Partners, L.P., a California Limited Partnership and Marlin Cove, Inc., a California corporation, the owners of 988 Market Street, and the City and County of San Francisco, under Administrative Code, Chapter 71; and authorizing the Planning Director and the Assessor-Recorder to execute and record the historical property contract.

This ordinance designates the Chata Gutierrez Mural at 3175-24th Street as a Landmark, ensuring its preservation under the Planning Code. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's General Plan and priority policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to designate Chata Gutierrez Mural, located at 3175-24th Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 6519, Lot No. 041, 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 approves a contract between the owners of 148-152 Fillmore Street and the City to preserve the historical status of the property. It also allows the Planning Director and Assessor-Recorder to finalize and document the agreement.

Resolution approving a historical property contract between 14 Maiden, LLC, a New York Limited Liability Company, the owners of 148-152 Fillmore Street, and the City and County of San Francisco, under Administrative Code, Chapter 71; and authorizing the Planning Director and the Assessor-Recorder to execute and record the historical property contract.

This ordinance establishes the 900 Kearny Street Special Use District, which modifies the Planning Code and Zoning Map to regulate land use in that area. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's General Plan and priority policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code and Zoning Map to create the 900 Kearny Street Special Use District; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and making findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare pursuant to Planning Code, Section 302.

This ordinance allows the Real Estate Division to approve changes to certain leases related to affordable housing projects, based on recommendations from the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development. It specifically addresses adjustments to residual rent payments and protections for lenders involved in these projects.

Ordinance delegating Board of Supervisors approval authority under Charter, Section 9.118 and Administrative Code, Section 23.30 to the Real Estate Division, based on the recommendation of Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development (“MOHCD”), to amend certain existing leases regarding residual rent payments and lender protections for 100% affordable housing projects.

This resolution intends to create a street plaza at Eagle Plaza, located at 383-12th Street, and encourages Public Works to start the process of finding a steward to manage the plaza. It aims to enhance the public space for community use and activities.

Resolution of Intent to establish a Street Plaza at Eagle Plaza 383-12th Street, under Administrative Code, Chapter 94, and urging Public Works to initiate the process to solicit a Plaza Steward at this location.

This resolution allows the Department of Public Works to use a $250,000 grant from the Bay Area Rapid Transit District for the Pit Stop Public Toilet Program, covering the period from July 1, 2021, to June 30, 2022. It has been officially approved and is now in effect.

Resolution retroactively authorizing the Department of Public Works to accept and expend a grant of up to $250,000 from the San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District for the Pit Stop Public Toilet Program starting July 1, 2021, through June 30, 2022.

This resolution approves a five-year lease agreement for office space at Bayview Plaza for the Department of Public Health, with an annual base rent of $554,347 and 3% yearly increases. It also authorizes the Director of Property to make necessary amendments or extensions to the lease without significantly altering the city's obligations or benefits.

Resolution approving and authorizing the Director of Property, on behalf of the Department of Public Health, to execute a Lease Agreement for the term of five years with two five-year options to extend the term for continued use of office space with the Bayview Plaza, LLC, located at 3801-3rd Street, Suite 400, at a base rent of $554,347 per year (approximately $37.39 per square foot) with 3% annual rent increases effective upon approval of the Resolution and upon execution of the Lease by the Director of Property; and authorizing the Director of Property to execute any amendments, options to extend the agreement term, make certain modifications and take certain actions that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City, do not materially decrease the benefits to the City and are necessary or advisable to effectuate the purposes of the Lease Agreement or this Resolution.