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This motion appoints five individuals to the Immigrant Rights Commission, with their terms set to end on June 6, 2024. One appointee, Haregu Gaime, has had the residency requirement waived.
Motion appointing Jessy Ruiz Navarro, Haregu Gaime (residency requirement waived), Kudrat Dutta Chaudhary, Marco Senghor, and Elahe Enssani, terms ending June 6, 2024, to the Immigrant Rights Commission.
This resolution approves the acceptance of a $5 million grant from the State of California for improvements to the Japantown Peace Plaza. It allows city departments to use these funds for the project from October 2022 to March 2026 and confirms compliance with environmental regulations.
Resolution approving the acceptance of $5,000,000 of General Fund grant funds from the State of California for the planning, design, and construction of physical improvements and enhancements to the Japantown Peace Plaza at the Buchanan Center Mall; making certain certifications required to receive the funds; authorizing Public Works and other City departments to expend such funds for this project for the period of October 2022 through March 2026; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.
This resolution allows Public Works to use a federal grant of $163,513 for the Sloat Infrastructure Improvements project, covering the period from September 16, 2021, to December 1, 2023. It also authorizes Public Works to complete necessary paperwork and confirms compliance with environmental regulations.
Resolution retroactively authorizing Public Works to accept and expend an earmark grant of $163,513 from the Federal Highway Administration 2018 Earmark Repurposing Final Approved List to fund the construction of the Sloat Infrastructure Improvements project for a term of September 16, 2021, through December 1, 2023; authorizing Public Works to execute all required documents for the project; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.
This resolution approves an increase in funding and an extension of the contract with Richmond Area Multi Services, Inc. to provide behavioral health peer services, raising the total agreement amount to over $29 million and extending the term until June 30, 2026. It also allows the Department of Public Health to make minor amendments to the contract as needed.
Resolution approving Amendment No. 1 to the agreement between Richmond Area Multi Services, Inc. and the Department of Public Health (DPH), to provide behavioral health peer services, to increase the agreement by $19,253,431 for an amount not to exceed $29,116,181; to extend the term by three and one-half years from December 30, 2022, for a total agreement term of July 1, 2021, through June 30, 2026; 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 or this Resolution.
This resolution allows the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission to enter into an agreement with VB Nimbus, LLC for the installation and maintenance of radio equipment in Tracy, starting at an annual fee of $30,000 with a 3% increase each year for five years. It also confirms that the project is exempt from environmental review and gives the General Manager authority to make minor amendments to the agreement.
Resolution authorizing the General Manager of the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) to enter into a Site Use Agreement with VB Nimbus, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, for the installation, operation, maintenance, repair, and replacement of radio equipment at 32322 S Corral Hollow Road in Tracy, at an initial annual use fee of $30,000 with annual increases of three percent for an initial five-year term, commencing January 1, 2023, through December 21, 2028, with four five-year extension options for the SFPUC Water Enterprise Radio Replacement Project (Project), pursuant to Charter, Section 9.118; affirming the Planning Department’s determination that the project is categorically exempt from environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act; and to authorize the General Manager of the SFPUC to enter into amendments or modifications to the Agreement that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the Agreement or this Resolution.
This resolution allows the Department of Public Health to accept and use an $87,675 grant from the California State Water Resources Control Board for a beach safety program. The funding will support the program from July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2025.
Resolution retroactively authorizing the Department of Public Health to accept and expend a grant in the amount of $87,675 from the California State Water Resources Control Board, Division of Water Quality Beach Safety Program, to participate in a program, entitled “Public Beach Safety Program Grant,” for the period of July 1, 2022, through June 30, 2025.
This resolution allows Public Works to use $1,275,000 from Caltrans for improvements on the state highway system as part of the Potrero Gateway Streetscape Improvement project, which will run from August 2022 to March 2026. It also approves a Cooperative Agreement with Caltrans for the project's construction and confirms compliance with environmental regulations.
Resolution retroactively authorizing Public Works to accept and expend $1,275,000 from the California Department of Transportation’s (“Caltrans”) Clean California Local Enhancement Program for the construction of improvements and enhancements on the state highway system in support of the Potrero Gateway Streetscape Improvement project to commence August 2022 through March 2026; approving and authorizing Public Works to enter into a Cooperative Agreement with Caltrans regarding project construction and implementation; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.
This resolution authorizes an increase in a loan for the Maceo Project, a 100% affordable housing development for low and moderate-income veterans on Treasure Island, raising the total loan amount to $39,238,000 to cover additional construction costs. It also confirms that this amendment aligns with the city's General Plan and planning policies.
Resolution approving and authorizing the execution of a First Amendment to the Amended and Restated Loan Agreement with Maceo May Apts, L.P., a California limited partnership, to increase the loan amount by $14,983,000 for a new total loan amount not to exceed $39,238,000 to finance additional construction costs and loss of permanent financing related to the 100% affordable, 105 unit multifamily rental housing development (plus one staff unit) for low and moderate income veteran households located at 55 Cravath Street (formerly 401 Avenue of the Palms) on Treasure Island (“Maceo Project”); and adopting findings that the First Amendment to the Amended and Restated Loan Agreement is consistent with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.
This motion approves the final map for a three-lot vertical subdivision and a three-unit condominium project at 3452-3456 Sacramento Street. It also confirms that the project aligns with the city's General Plan and relevant planning policies.
Motion approving Final Map No. 11079, a three-lot vertical subdivision, and a three-unit condominium project, located at 3452-3456 Sacramento Street, being a subdivision of Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 1009, Lot No. 012; 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 condominium project with 75 residential units and four commercial units at 2918 Mission Street. It also confirms that the project aligns with the city's General Plan and planning policies.
Motion approving Final Map No. 9713, a 75 residential unit and four commercial unit condominium project, located at 2918 Mission Street, being a subdivision of Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 6529, Lot No. 051; 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 at 30 Van Ness Avenue, which will include 333 residential units and five commercial units. It also confirms that the project aligns with the city's General Plan and planning policies.
Motion approving Final Map No. 10742, a 333 residential unit and five commercial unit mixed-use condominium project, located at 30 Van Ness Avenue, being a subdivision of Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0835, Lot No.004; 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 new condominium project with 28 residential units and one commercial unit at 2525 Van Ness Avenue. It also confirms that the project aligns with the city's General Plan and planning policies.
Motion approving Final Map No. 11008, a 28 unit residential and one commercial unit condominium project, located at 2525 Van Ness Avenue, being a subdivision of Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0527, Lot No. 004; 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 an eight-unit condominium project at 923-937 Kansas Street. It also confirms that the project aligns with the city's General Plan and relevant planning policies.
Motion approving Final Map No.11009, an eight residential unit condominium project, four lots being two residential condominiums, located at 923-937 Kansas Street, being a subdivision of Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 4094, Lot Nos. 045, 046, 047, and 048; 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 15-unit residential condominium project at 986 South Van Ness Avenue. It also confirms that the project aligns with the city's General Plan and planning policies.
Motion approving Final Map No. 11026, a 15-unit residential condominium project, located at 986 South Van Ness Avenue, being a subdivision of Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 3610, Lot No. 010; and adopting findings pursuant to the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.
This resolution updates the list of agencies that are eligible to participate in the 2022 Annual Joint Fundraising Drive for city employees. It has been officially passed by the city government.
Resolution updating the proposed designation of agencies qualified to participate in the 2022 Annual Joint Fundraising Drive for officers and employees of the City and County of San Francisco.
This resolution aims to create a Pacific Islander Cultural District in the Visitacion Valley and Sunnydale neighborhoods to honor historical sites and support the growth of Pacific Islander culture. It reflects the Board of Supervisors' commitment to preserving cultural heritage and fostering vibrant communities.
Resolution reflecting the intent of the Board of Supervisors to establish a Pacific Islander Cultural District to commemorate historical sites, preserve existing spaces, and plan for thriving and vibrant communities to celebrate Pacific Islander culture in the Visitacion Valley and Sunnydale neighborhoods.
This resolution allows Chez Brando LLC to obtain a liquor license for selling beer and wine at their location on Filbert Street, as it is deemed beneficial for the community. It also requests that the state impose specific conditions on the license to ensure responsible service.
Resolution determining that the issuance of a Type-42 on-sale beer and wine public premises liquor license to Chez Brando LLC, doing business Chez Brando, located at 775 Filbert 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 allows the transfer of a liquor license to PianoFight at 144-46 Taylor Street, which is intended to benefit the public. It also requests that the state impose specific conditions on the new license to ensure responsible operation.
Resolution determining that the transfer for a Type-48 on-sale general public premises liquor license, converted from a Type-47 on-sale general for bona fide eating place liquor license, to Facilitron AB LLC, doing business as PianoFight, located at 144-46 Taylor Street (District 5), will serve the public convenience or necessity of the City and County of San Francisco; and requesting that the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control impose conditions on the issuance of the license.
This ordinance repeals the 2019 Building Code and replaces it with the 2022 Building Code, which includes updates from the 2022 California Building Code and Residential Code, tailored for San Francisco. It will take effect on January 1, 2023, and the Clerk will send it to the California Building Standards Commission as required.
Ordinance repealing the 2019 Building Code in its entirety and enacting a 2022 Building Code consisting of the 2022 California Building Code and the 2022 California Residential Code, as amended by San Francisco; adopting environmental findings and findings of local conditions under the California Health and Safety Code; providing for an operative date of January 1, 2023; and directing the Clerk of the Board to forward the Ordinance to the California Building Standards Commission, as required by State law.
This ordinance designates the coast redwood tree at 313 Scott Street as a landmark tree, which means it is recognized for its significance and protected under city regulations. It also includes findings that support this designation and outlines the necessary actions to enforce it.
Ordinance designating the coast redwood (Sequoia sempervirens) tree located at 313 Scott Street as a landmark tree pursuant to the Public Works Code; making findings supporting the designation; and directing official acts in furtherance of the landmark tree designation, as defined herein.
This ordinance removes the Industrial Protection Zone Special Use District, allowing larger social service or philanthropic facilities and self-storage units in certain areas. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations and city planning policies.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code and Zoning Map to eliminate the Industrial Protection Zone Special Use District, and allow Social Service or Philanthropic Facilities Uses greater than 5,000 gross square feet subject to a conditional use authorization in PDR-2 districts; allowing Self Storage in PDR-2 Districts, subject to certain conditions; 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 designates the cork oak tree at the intersection of 20th Street and Noe Street as a landmark tree, recognizing its significance. It also outlines the necessary actions to support this designation under the Public Works Code.
Ordinance designating the cork oak (Quercus suber) tree located at the public right-of-way on 20th Street at Noe Street as a landmark tree pursuant to the Public Works Code; making findings supporting the designation; and directing official acts in furtherance of the designation.
The resolution designates specific locations in the Leather & LGBTQ Cultural District as commemorative sites to honor the history and contributions of the leather and LGBTQ community. It also initiates the process to install commemorative plaques on sidewalks to mark the Leather History Cruise, pending necessary approvals.
Resolution designating various locations within and near the LEATHER & LGBTQ Cultural District in the area bounded by Brannan Street, Third Street, Mission Street, 12th Street, and Division Street as commemorative sites in recognition and honor of the extensive history and contributions of the leather and LGBTQ community in the South of Market area; initiating the process set forth in Public Works Code, Sections 789 et seq., to facilitate the installation of commemorative plaques on the sidewalks near these locations to delineate the Leather History Cruise, subject to the submittal of all required application materials and the review and approval of the same by Public Works and the City Engineer.
This resolution allows Parking Control Officers to issue fines for safety violations related to powered scooters, such as riding on sidewalks and double-riding. It also requires scooter share companies to stop operations for scooters that do not have city-approved technology to prevent sidewalk riding.
Resolution urging the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) to empower Parking Control Officers to issue administrative citations for powered scooter safety violations, including but not limited to double-riding, riding on sidewalks, and all parking violations; and immediately modify all permits to Powered Scooter Share companies to mandate an immediate cease of operations for devices not equipped with city-approved anti-sidewalk riding technology available citywide.
This resolution urges the San Francisco Department of Public Health to develop a program that offers resources and education to gun violence victims about their legal rights to sue gun manufacturers under California Assembly Bill No. 1594. It has been passed by the city legislature.
Resolution urging the San Francisco Department of Public Health to create a program to provide resources and education for victims of gun violence regarding their rights to file lawsuits against gun manufacturers in accordance to California State Assembly Bill No. 1594.
This ordinance stops the Office of Cannabis from accepting new applications for cannabis retail permits until December 31, 2027. It also confirms that the Planning Department's assessment complies with environmental regulations.
Ordinance amending the Police Code to provide that cannabis retail permit applications will not be accepted by the Office of Cannabis during the period between the effective date of this ordinance and December 31, 2027; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.
This ordinance requires the Board of Supervisors to approve policies related to funding, acquiring, and using specific law enforcement equipment, ensuring compliance with state law. It also approves the Police Department's existing Equipment Policy.
Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to require Board of Supervisors approval of a policy governing the funding, acquisition, and use of certain law enforcement equipment consistent with the criteria set forth in state law, and approving the Police Department's use of Equipment Policy.
This motion appoints Supervisor Ahsha Safai to the Golden Gate Bridge, Highway and Transportation District Board of Directors, with a term ending on January 31, 2023. The motion has been passed.
Motion appointing Supervisor Ahsha Safai, term ending January 31, 2023, to the Golden Gate Bridge, Highway and Transportation District Board of Directors.
This motion approves the final map for a four-lot subdivision at 3000-3008 Larkin Street and 884-898 North Point Street, which includes a five-unit residential condominium and a three-unit commercial condominium. It also confirms that the project aligns with the city's General Plan and planning policies.
Motion approving Final Map No. 10332, a four-lot vertical subdivision; lot one being a five-unit residential condominium project; lot three being three-unit commercial condominium project, located at 3000-3008 Larkin Street and 884-898 North Point Street, being a subdivision of Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0025, Lot No. 024; and adopting findings pursuant to the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.
This resolution states that the Board of Supervisors will not allocate money in the 2022-2023 fiscal year for hiring a recruitment firm to find a new Director of Elections, but plans to do so in 2026-2027, while also encouraging the Elections Commission to keep the current Director in their position.
Resolution declaring the Board of Supervisors’ intent to not appropriate funding in Fiscal Year (FY) 2022-2023 for the services of an executive recruitment firm to engage in a search for a new Director of Elections, and intent to appropriate such funding in FY 2026-2027, and urging the Elections Commission to reappoint the incumbent Director.
The ordinance settles a lawsuit between AT&T Mobility and the City of San Francisco regarding the denial of a permit to install a wireless facility, resulting in the approval of a modified design for the facility. It also rescinds previous disapprovals by the Board of Supervisors and dismisses the lawsuit permanently.
Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC, d/b/a AT&T Mobility against the City and County of San Francisco for $0; the lawsuit was filed on April 21, 2021, in United States District Court for the Northern District of California, Case No. 4:21-cv-02871-JST; entitled New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC, d/b/a AT&T Mobility v. City and County of San Francisco, California; the lawsuit involves the denial of a Conditional Use Authorization to install a wireless telecommunications facility at 590-2nd Avenue; other material terms of the settlement are approval of the Planning Commission’s Conditional Use Authorization based on a modification of the proposed facility’s design which moves a screened equipment enclosure away from the building edge, rescission of Board of Supervisors Motions Nos. M21-052, M21-053, and M21-75 that disapproved that Conditional Use Authorization, directed the preparation of findings, and made findings pertaining to the same, dismissal of the lawsuit in its entirety with prejudice; and making environmental findings
This ordinance allows the Municipal Transportation Agency to seek proposals for a new train control system with a contract lasting over ten years, which is usually not permitted. It also enables the use of negotiated procurement methods and requires Board of Supervisors approval for the contract.
Ordinance authorizing the Municipal Transportation Agency to issue a Request for Proposals for a Communications Based Train Control System to be awarded by a contract with a term exceeding ten years; waiving the Administrative Code prohibition against issuing solicitations for a contract for general or professional services for a term longer than ten years; authorizing use of negotiated procurement procedures, stating that the award of the contract will be subject to the approval of the Board of Supervisors pursuant to Charter, Section 9.118(b); and adopting findings under the California Environmental Quality Act.
The ordinance authorizes a settlement where Phi Associates L.P. will pay $2.5 million to support affordable housing for veterans at the Veterans Academy, in exchange for releasing 16 residential hotel rooms from regulation. This settlement resolves a lawsuit regarding the enforcement of the Hotel Conversion Ordinance at the Drisco Hotel.
Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Phi Associates L.P., against the City and County of San Francisco for payments by Phi Associates of $2,500,000 to provide construction loan repayment, and fund capital improvements and operating reserves, and thereby support affordable housing for veterans at the Veterans Academy located at 1030 Girard Road, San Francisco, operated by Swords to Plowshares (“Veterans Academy”), in exchange for the release of 16 Residential Hotel rooms from regulation under the Hotel Conversion Ordinance; the lawsuit was filed on March 17, 2021, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CPF-21-517409, entitled Phi Assoc., L.P. v. City and County of San Francisco; the lawsuit involves petitioner’s challenge to the City’s enforcement of the Hotel Conversion Ordinance at the Drisco Hotel, located at 2901 Pacific Avenue, San Francisco.
The ordinance authorizes the City to settle a lawsuit for $489,000 related to a personal injury claim by John LaSalle against the City due to a collision with a City vehicle. The lawsuit was filed in January 2021 in San Francisco Superior Court.
Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by John LaSalle against the City and County of San Francisco for $489,000; the lawsuit was filed on January 21, 2021, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-21-589176; entitled John LaSalle v. City and County of San Francisco, et al.; the lawsuit involves alleged personal injury from collision with City vehicle.
This ordinance authorizes the City and County of San Francisco to settle a lawsuit for $60,000 filed by Crystal and Martha Gomez, which alleges civil rights violations. The lawsuit was initiated on July 14, 2021, in federal court.
Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Crystal Gomez and Martha Gomez against the City and County of San Francisco for $60,000; the lawsuit was filed on July 14, 2021, in U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, Case No. 21-cv-05394 JCS; entitled Crystal Gomez and Martha Gomez v. City and County of San Francisco, et al.; the lawsuit involves alleged civil rights violations.
The ordinance authorizes the City to settle a lawsuit with Linda Gebroe for $40,000 related to a personal injury claim on a City sidewalk. This settlement resolves the legal dispute filed in May 2021.
Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Linda Gebroe against the City and County of San Francisco for $40,000; the lawsuit was filed on May 7, 2021, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-21-591651; entitled Linda Gebroe v. City and County of San Francisco, et al.; the lawsuit involves alleged personal injury on a City sidewalk.
This ordinance allows long-term parking and overnight camping in vehicles at designated Vehicle Triage Centers or Safe Parking Program sites temporarily. It also extends the expiration date for temporary cannabis retail uses to January 1, 2024, while affirming compliance with environmental and planning regulations.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to allow long-term parking of and overnight camping in vehicles and ancillary uses on parcels designated and authorized for use as Vehicle Triage Centers or Safe Parking Program sites, as a temporary use; extending the date for expiration of temporary cannabis retail uses to January 1, 2024; 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 welfare findings pursuant to Planning Code, Section 302.
This ordinance updates definitions related to gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, and disability in various chapters of the Administrative Code to enhance anti-discrimination protections. It aims to ensure clarity and inclusivity in the city's contracting and human rights policies.
Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to revise the definitions of gender identity, sex, and sexual orientation, and add the definition of gender expression, in Chapters 12B and 12C (ordinances prohibiting discrimination in contracting including property contracts); revise the definition of age in Chapters 12A (the Human Rights Commission ordinance) and 12B; and revise the definition of disability in Chapters 12A, 12B, and 12C.
The ordinance establishes the 706 Mission Fund to manage funds from a 2013 property agreement and allows the Recreation and Park Department and the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to spend this money for designated purposes, following recommendations from a community advisory committee. It also mandates that these departments provide reports on how the funds are spent.
Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to establish the 706 Mission Fund to receive funds provided to the City under the 2013 purchase and sale agreement regarding the property at 706 Mission Street; to authorize the Recreation and Park Department and the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to expend monies from the Fund for specified purposes after receiving recommendations from the SoMa Community Stabilization Fund Community Advisory Committee; and to require the Recreation and Park Department and the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to prepare reports regarding expenditures from the Fund.
This resolution designates December 13, 2022, as "Josè Sarria Day" in San Francisco to honor his important role in the city's and LGBTQ+ history, coinciding with his 100th birthday. It acknowledges his contributions and celebrates his legacy within the community.
Resolution declaring December 13, 2022, to be “Josè Sarria Day” in the City and County of San Francisco, in recognition of his significant contributions to San Francisco and LGBTQ+ history, and in celebration of his 100th Birthday.
This resolution encourages the Capital Planning Committee to incorporate funding priorities from the Climate Action Plan, as outlined in a report by the Center for Law, Energy & the Environment, into the upcoming General Obligation Bond schedule. It aims to ensure that climate-related initiatives receive necessary financial support.
Resolution urging the Capital Planning Committee to include Climate Action Plan (CAP) funding priorities recommended by the Center for Law, Energy & the Environment (CLEE) Report, entitled “Funding San Francisco Climate Action: Strategies for Revenue, Implementation, and Equity,” in the proposed General Obligation (GO) Bond schedule.
This resolution officially recognizes and commemorates the World Expo Event "Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai Japan." It highlights the significance of the event and San Francisco's support for international cultural exchange.
Resolution commemorating the World Expo Event "Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai Japan" held in Osaka, Japan.
This motion schedules a public hearing for January 10, 2023, where the Board of Supervisors will discuss a proposed amendment to increase building size limits in a specific area of the Transbay Redevelopment Project. The amendment aims to allow larger floor plate sizes on a designated block between Beale and Main Streets.
Motion scheduling the Board of Supervisors to sit as a Committee of the Whole on January 10, 2023, at 3:00 p.m., to hold a public hearing to consider an Ordinance for the proposed Amendment to the Redevelopment Plan for the Transbay Redevelopment Project Area to increase bulk limits on Block 2 of Zone One of the Transbay Redevelopment Project Area (Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 3739, Lot No. 014), located on the north side of Folsom Street between Beale and Main Streets, by increasing certain maximum floor plate sizes.
This resolution urges the Ethics Commission to promptly finish reviewing the backlog of pending audits related to campaign finance and lobbyists. It aims to ensure transparency and accountability in these areas.
Resolution urging the Ethics Commission to timely complete backlog of outstanding campaign finance and lobbyists audits.
This resolution establishes San Francisco's official stance on autonomous vehicle services, urging relevant authorities to ensure safety concerns are addressed before granting permits and incentives for AV programs. It aims to prioritize public safety in the deployment of these technologies.
Resolution declaring the official policy of the City and County of San Francisco regarding Autonomous Vehicle (AV) services and programs, by urging the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), state and local agencies to condition the granting of permits and incentives on addressing San Francisco’s safety concerns.
This motion establishes the 2023 meeting schedule for the Board of Supervisors, canceling specific regular meetings and all meetings during designated breaks. It also allows for adjustments to certain meeting dates to improve the efficiency of business conducted by the Board.
Motion establishing the 2023 Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting Schedule, pursuant to Board of Supervisors Rules of Order, Sections 4.2 and 4.2.1, by cancelling the Regular Board meetings of January 17, February 21, May 30, June 20, July 4, October 10, and November 21; and all Regular Board and Committee meetings during the spring, summer and winter breaks from March 27 through March 31, July 31 through September 4, and December 18, 2023, through January 5, 2024; and further suspending portions of Board Rule 4.2 to effectuate certain dates within the regular meeting schedule to augment the flow of business.
This resolution approves a $275,000 settlement for a claim made by Onjanette Hudson against the City and County of San Francisco related to an employee dispute. The claim was filed on December 22, 2021, and the resolution has been passed.
Resolution approving the settlement of the unlitigated claim filed by Onjanette Hudson against the City and County of San Francisco for $275,000; the claim was filed on December 22, 2021; the claim involves an employee dispute.
This resolution approves a settlement of $28,771.32 to Visa U.S.A. Inc. for a claim regarding a refund of commercial rents taxes filed against the City and County of San Francisco. The claim was submitted on June 30, 2022, and the resolution has been passed.
Resolution approving the settlement of the unlitigated claim filed by Visa U.S.A. Inc. against the City and County of San Francisco for $28,771.32; the claim was filed on June 30, 2022; the claim involves a refund of commercial rents taxes.
This ordinance designates the Turk and Taylor Streets Intersection and a specific property as a Landmark, recognizing its historical significance related to the Compton’s Cafeteria Riot. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with the city’s planning policies.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to designate the Turk and Taylor Streets Intersection together with defined portions of 101 Taylor Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0339, Lot No. 003 (known as the “Site of the Compton’s Cafeteria Riot”), as a Landmark under Article 10 of the Planning Code; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and making public necessity, convenience, and welfare findings under Planning Code, Section 302, and findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.
This ordinance suspends the Cannabis Business Tax in San Francisco until December 31, 2025. It aims to support cannabis businesses by reducing their tax burden during this period.
Ordinance amending the Business and Tax Regulations Code to suspend the imposition of the Cannabis Business Tax through December 31, 2025.
This resolution extends the lease for Treasure Island between the Treasure Island Development Authority and the U.S. Navy for one additional year, now ending on November 30, 2023. It also allows the Treasure Island Director to make minor amendments to the lease without increasing the city's obligations.
Resolution approving Amendment No. 47 to the Treasure Island Land and Structures Master Lease between the Treasure Island Development Authority and the United States Navy to extend the term for one year to commence December 1, 2022, for a total term of November 19, 1998, through November 30, 2023; and to authorize the Treasure Island Director to execute and enter into amendments to the Lease that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes and intent of this Resolution.
This resolution approves a ten-year renewal of the office lease for the Transportation Management Center at 1455 Market Street, with an initial yearly rent of approximately $1.32 million and annual increases of three percent. It also allows the Director of Property to make necessary adjustments to the lease without significantly increasing the city's obligations.
Resolution authorizing and approving a first amendment to the lease to the renewal of an office lease for the existing Transportation Management Center with Hudson 1455 Market, LLC, as landlord, for the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency, at 1455 Market Street, at a yearly initial base rent of $1,320,059.49 with annual adjustments of three percent for a term of ten years to commence September 20, 2023, for a total term of September 20, 2023, through September 19, 2033; 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 allows the District Attorney's Office to use a $314,180 grant from the California Department of Insurance for the Automobile Insurance Fraud Program, covering the period from July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2023. It has been officially approved and is now in effect.
Resolution retroactively authorizing the Office of the District Attorney to accept and expend a grant in the amount of $314,180 from the California Department of Insurance for the Automobile Insurance Fraud Program, for the grant period of July 1, 2022, through June 30, 2023.
This resolution allows the District Attorney's Office to use a $1,008,768 grant from the California Department of Insurance to support the Workers’ Compensation Insurance Fraud Program for the period from July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2023. It has been officially approved and is now in effect.
Resolution retroactively authorizing the Office of the District Attorney to accept and expend a grant in the amount of $1,008,768 from the California Department of Insurance for the Workers’ Compensation Insurance Fraud Program, for the grant period July 1, 2022, through June 30, 2023.
This resolution allows the Department of Public Health to use a $6 million grant from the California Board of State and Community Corrections to support treatment and reduce recidivism through a program related to Proposition 47. The funding will be available for the period from September 1, 2022, to June 1, 2026.
Resolution retroactively authorizing the Department of Public Health to accept and expend a grant in the amount of $6,000,000 from the California Board of State and Community Corrections for participation in a program, entitled “Proposition 47 Supporting Treatment & Reducing Recidivism - Cohort III,” for the period of September 1, 2022, through June 1, 2026.
This resolution extends the advertising agreement with Clear Channel Outdoor for five more years, adjusting payment terms and increasing their maintenance responsibilities. It ensures that the city continues to receive advertising revenue while improving the upkeep of transit shelters.
Resolution approving the Second Amendment to the Transit Shelter Advertising Agreement between the City and County of San Francisco and Clear Channel Outdoor, LLC, to exercise the option to extend the Agreement for five years, from December 7, 2022, through December 7, 2027; adjust the minimum annual guarantee payments, as well as administrative and marketing payments; and increase the maintenance and service obligations of Clear Channel.
This resolution approves the annual report for the Tourism Improvement District and Moscone Expansion District for the fiscal year 2020-2021. It fulfills legal requirements set by California law and the district's management agreement with the city.
Resolution receiving and approving the annual report for the Tourism Improvement District and Moscone Expansion District for Fiscal Year (FY) 2020-2021, 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 Yerba Buena Community Benefit District for the fiscal year 2020-2021, as mandated by state law and the district's management agreement with the city. It ensures compliance with regulations governing property and business improvement districts.
Resolution receiving and approving an annual report for the Yerba Buena Community Benefit District for Fiscal Year (FY) 2020-2021, 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 East Cut Community Benefit District for the fiscal year 2020-2021, as required by state law and the district's agreement with the city. It confirms that the district has met its reporting obligations.
Resolution receiving and approving an annual report for The East Cut Community Benefit District for Fiscal Year (FY) 2020-2021, 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 Castro/Upper Market Community Benefit District for the fiscal year 2020-2021, 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 Castro/Upper Market Community Benefit District for Fiscal Year (FY) 2020-2021, 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 Ocean Avenue Community Benefit District for the fiscal year 2020-2021, as required by state law and the district's management 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 Ocean Avenue Community Benefit District for Fiscal Year (FY) 2020-2021, 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 Discover Polk Community Benefit District for the fiscal year 2020-2021, as mandated by state law and the district's agreement with the city. It ensures compliance with reporting requirements for community benefit districts.
Resolution receiving and approving an annual report for the Discover Polk Community Benefit District for Fiscal Year (FY) 2020-2021, 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 Lower Polk Community Benefit District for the fiscal year 2020-2021, as mandated by state law and the district's agreement with the city. It ensures compliance with regulations governing property and business improvement districts.
Resolution receiving and approving an annual report for the Lower Polk Community Benefit District for Fiscal Year (FY) 2020-2021, 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 a contract between the owner of 942-944 Fell Street and the city to preserve the property's historical status. It also allows the Planning Director and Assessor-Recorder to finalize and document the agreement.
Resolution approving a historical property contract between Julie A. Chin, the owner of 942-944 Fell 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 allows the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency to enter into an agreement for the Next Generation Clipper® System with regional transit agencies, which includes sharing the costs for operating and maintaining the system. It takes effect once approved.
Resolution authorizing the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency Director of Transportation to execute the Next Generation Clipper® System Memorandum of Understanding with the Metropolitan Transportation Commission and Bay Area transit operators, including the allocation of operating and maintenance costs for the participating agencies, effective upon approval of this Resolution.
This motion directs the Budget and Legislative Analyst to perform two audits: one on how different departments handle their authority for public works contracts, and another on the management of conflicts of interest across the city. It has been approved for the fiscal year 2022-2023.
Motion directing the Budget and Legislative Analyst to conduct two additional performance audits in Fiscal Year (FY) 2022-2023 consisting of 1) a multi-part audit of various departments’ delegated authority for public works contracts pursuant to Chapter 6 of the Administrative Code; and 2) how conflicts of interest are managed citywide.
This resolution approves the annual update for the San Francisco Mental Health Services Act for the fiscal year 2022-2023, outlining funding and program priorities for mental health services in the city. It ensures that the city continues to provide necessary mental health support and resources to residents.
Resolution authorizing adoption of the San Francisco Mental Health Services Act Annual Update Fiscal Year (FY) 2022-2023.
This resolution expresses support for the human rights of the people of Iran, calls for an end to human rights abuses against demonstrators, and demands the release of political prisoners. It also shows solidarity with women and the broader population in Iran.
Resolution supporting the human rights of the people of Iran, including the immediate cessation of human rights abuses on the demonstrators in Iran and the immediate release of political prisoners in Iran, and standing in solidarity with the women and people of Iran.
This ordinance allows for larger building sizes on Block 2 of the Transbay Redevelopment Project Area by increasing the maximum floor plate sizes. It also includes necessary environmental and planning findings to ensure compliance with state laws and local policies.
Ordinance approving an amendment to the Redevelopment Plan for the Transbay Redevelopment Project Area to increase bulk limits on Block 2 of Zone One of the Transbay Redevelopment Project Area (Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 3739, Lot No. 014, located on the north side of Folsom Street between Beale and Main Streets), by increasing certain maximum floor plate sizes; making findings under the California Community Redevelopment Law; making findings under the California Environmental Quality Act; and making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.
This ordinance increases fines for violations of the Planning and Building Codes and clarifies that multiple violations can occur for issues affecting more than one unit in a building. It also establishes penalties for illegal construction and demolition, requires additional notices for responsible parties, and affirms compliance with environmental regulations.
Ordinance amending the Planning and Building Codes to increase fines and penalties for violations of Planning and Building Code provisions; clarify that violations affecting more than one unit in a building constitute multiple violations for purposes of assessing penalties; requiring the Planning Commission and the Historic Preservation Commission to adopt factors for the Zoning Administrator to consider in determining the appropriate amount of civil penalties; establishing penalties for residential units merged, constructed, or divided without required permits or approvals; establishing penalties for violations involving illegal demolition and enhancement of penalty amounts for certain buildings by age or historic status; providing additional notices for Responsible Parties; 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 the Department of Public Health to use a $178,137 grant from the National Institutes of Health for a program aimed at monitoring and addressing HIV among people who inject drugs. The funding is retroactively authorized for the period from August 15, 2022, to July 31, 2023.
Resolution retroactively authorizing the Department of Public Health to accept and expend a grant in the amount of $178,137 from the National Institutes of Health for participation in a program, entitled “Brief Longitudinal Incident Sentinel Surveillance (BLISS) to End the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) Epidemic among Persons Who Inject Drugs (PWID),” for the period of August 15, 2022, through July 31, 2023.
This resolution allows the City to issue certificates that declare its intent to reimburse costs for multifamily rental housing projects using residential mortgage revenue bonds. It also grants authority to approve these bonds to finance such projects in San Francisco.
Resolution delegating limited authority to execute and deliver certificates declaring the City’s official intent to reimburse original expenditures for the costs of multifamily rental housing projects in the City with proceeds of residential mortgage revenue bonds or notes of the City, for purposes of Section 1.150-2 of Title 26 of the Code of Federal Regulations; delegating limited authority to execute and deliver certificates granting public approval of residential mortgage revenue bonds to finance multifamily rental housing projects in the City; and approving certain related matters, as defined herein.
This resolution allows the Human Services Agency to apply for and accept over $4.6 million in funding from the California Department of Housing and Community Development to support young adults in finding and keeping housing. The funds will be used for the Transitional Housing Program and the Housing Navigation and Maintenance Program.
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 from the California Department of Housing and Community Development under the Transitional Housing Program for an amount up to $4,084,482 and Housing Navigation and Maintenance Program for an amount up to $607,376 to help young adults secure and maintain housing.
This resolution urges the City Administrator’s Office to conduct a study to examine whether women-owned, minority-owned, and disabled Veteran-owned businesses face disparities in city contracting. The goal is to gather data that can help improve opportunities for these local businesses.
Resolution urging the City Administrator’s Office to conduct a Local Business Enterprises (LBE) disparity study to analyze disparities in the City and County of San Francisco’s contracting to women-owned, minority-owned, and disabled Veteran-owned businesses.
This legislation requests a hearing to discuss the findings and recommendations from the 2022 report on affordable housing needs for aging and disabled residents. It also asks several city departments to provide updates on these issues.
Hearing requesting the key findings and recommendations made in the 2022 Aging and Disability Affordable Housing Needs Assessment Report; and requesting the Department of Disability and Aging Service, Mayor's Office on Housing and Community Development, Planning Department, Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing, and Mayor's Office on Disability to report.
This hearing focuses on implementing recommendations from the Reentry Council to enhance drug treatment services and address open-air drug scenes in San Francisco. It will also discuss findings from a research project on housing needs for justice-involved adults and request a report from the Adult Probation Department's Reentry Division.
Hearing regarding the implementation of recommendations approved by the Reentry Council in October 2020 and discussed in the Board of Supervisors’ Public Safety and Neighborhood Services Committee in February 2021; new recommendations from the Recovery Summit Working Group to improve drug treatment services in San Francisco and address the open-air drug scenes, and support for people struggling with addiction; and discussion of the final report of the Housing Needs of Justice Involved Adults research project of the Reentry Council's Direct Services Subcommittee; and requesting the Reentry Division of the Adult Probation Department to report.
This hearing will review the current staffing levels of the Sheriff's Department and how they affect jail conditions and rehabilitation programs. The Sheriff's Department is required to provide a report on these topics.
Hearing regarding updates on the Sheriff's Department's current staffing levels and how staffing impacts relate to jail conditions and a status report of rehabilitation programs, including but not limited to Five Keys Charter, RSVP, etc.; and requesting the Sheriff's Department to report.
This resolution approves a payment of $236,895.29 to settle a labor dispute claim filed by Service Employees International Union, Local 1021, on behalf of 2320 Registered Nurses and 2328 Nurse Practitioners against the City and County of San Francisco. The claim was originally filed on January 30, 2020.
Resolution approving the settlement of the unlitigated claim filed by Service Employees International Union, Local 1021 on behalf of a class of 2320 Registered Nurses and 2328 Nurse Practitioners against the City and County of San Francisco by the payment of $236,895.29; the claim was filed on January 30, 2020; the claim involves a labor dispute.
This resolution extends a contract with Jefferies LLC for litigation consulting services for an additional four years and five months, increasing the total contract amount to $15.5 million. It also allows the City Attorney to make minor amendments to the contract as needed.
Resolution authorizing the second amendment to a contract between the Office of the City Attorney and Jefferies LLC for litigation consulting services to extend the contract term for four years and five months, from April 1, 2023, for a total contract term of May 17, 2019, through September 17, 2027, and to increase the contract amount by $5,501,000 for a new contract amount not to exceed $15,500,000, pursuant to Charter, Section 9.118(b); and to authorize the City Attorney 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 approves an increase of over $21.5 million to a contract with Special Service for Groups, Inc. for mental health services, extending the agreement until December 31, 2027, and allowing minor amendments to the contract as needed.
Resolution approving Amendment No. 2 to the agreement between Special Service for Groups, Inc. and the Department of Public Health, for therapeutic and specialty mental health services, to increase the agreement by $21,540,706 for an amount not to exceed $31,513,419; to extend the term by four years and six months, from June 30, 2023, for a total agreement term of July 1, 2018, through December 31, 2027; and to authorize the Department of Public Health 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 or this Resolution.