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Resolution#220989
Dec 23, 2022

This resolution approves a contract for shuttle bus services at San Francisco International Airport with SFO Hotel Shuttle, Inc., for up to $72,612,418 over five years. The contract will begin once it receives approval from the Board of Supervisors.

Resolution approving a Professional Services Agreement for Airport Contract No. 50303 to provide shuttle bus services at the San Francisco International Airport (Airport), between SFO Hotel Shuttle, Inc., and the City and County of San Francisco, acting by and through its Airport Commission, in an amount not to exceed $72,612,418 for a period of five years to commence upon Board of Supervisors approval, pursuant to Charter, Section 9.118(b).

Budget & TaxesGovernance & ElectionsHonorary / Symbolic
Passed
6-0
Ordinance#221126
Dec 22, 2022

This ordinance allows the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission to consider Social Impact Commitment criteria when evaluating certain contracts above specified amounts. This means that companies bidding for these contracts will be assessed not just on price, but also on their social impact efforts.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to authorize the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission to include Social Impact Commitment criteria as a qualitatively scored element in solicitations for certain contracts at designated thresholds.

Budget & TaxesGovernance & Elections
By Connie Chan, Matt Dorsey, Myrna Melgar
11-0 /1
Ordinance#220641
Dec 22, 2022

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.

Public SafetyBudget & TaxesGovernance & Elections
Passed
43-8
Resolution#221169
Dec 22, 2022

This resolution allows the Department of Public Works to seek a $456,250 grant from the California Natural Resources Agency to support tree planting and job creation at the South of Market Tree Nursery. It also confirms that the project meets environmental standards set by the California Environmental Quality Act.

Resolution authorizing the Department of Public Works to apply to the California Natural Resources Agency’s Urban Greening Program for a grant in the amount of $456,250 to fund the Planting Trees and Growing Green Jobs Project at the South of Market Tree Nursery; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

Budget & TaxesEnvironment
By Connie Chan, Matt Dorsey, Rafael Mandelman
6-0
Resolution#220863
Dec 22, 2022

This resolution approves the annual report for the Fisherman's Wharf Community Benefit District and the Fisherman's Wharf Portside Community Benefit District for the fiscal year 2020-2021. It is a requirement under California law and the districts' agreements with the city.

Resolution receiving and approving the annual report for the Fisherman's Wharf Community Benefit District and Fisherman's Wharf Portside Community Benefit District for Fiscal Year (FY) 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 Districts' Management Agreements with the City, Section 3.4.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
Passed
7-0 /1
Resolution#220865
Dec 22, 2022

This resolution approves the annual report for the Japantown 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 the district's operations and finances.

Resolution receiving and approving an annual report for the Japantown 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.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
By Connie Chan
7-0 /1
Resolution#220891
Dec 22, 2022

This resolution approves the annual report for the Noe Valley Community Benefit District for the fiscal year 2020-2021, as required by state law. 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 Noe Valley 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.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
By Rafael Mandelman
7-0 /1
Resolution#221089
Dec 22, 2022

This resolution approves the annual report for the North of Market/Tenderloin Community Benefit District for the fiscal year 2020-2021, as required by state law. 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 North of Market/Tenderloin 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.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
By Matt Dorsey
7-0 /1
Resolution#221174
Dec 22, 2022

The resolution approves a $25 million settlement with waste management companies for overcharging San Francisco ratepayers and addresses issues related to profit limits and rental costs. It ensures that ratepayers will not bear certain rental expenses and may receive reimbursements if specific properties are no longer available.

Resolution approving the settlement of pre-litigation claims against Sunset Scavenger Company, Golden Gate Disposal & Recycling Company, Recology San Francisco, and Recology Properties Inc. through the acceptance of a $25,000,000 reimbursement to San Francisco ratepayers; the claims involve alleged retention of profits above the 9 percent target profit approved in the 2017 public rate setting process, and the timing and appropriateness of cost of living adjustments to rates; additional material terms of the settlement are that rental costs of select real properties will not be passed through to ratepayers once acquisition costs are paid, and ratepayers will be reimbursed for up to approximately $26,000,000 in rental payments in the event that those properties are no longer available for the benefit of San Francisco refuse ratepayers.

HousingBudget & TaxesEnvironment
Passed
6-0 /2
Resolution#221210
Dec 22, 2022

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.

Budget & TaxesGovernance & ElectionsHonorary / Symbolic
By Connie Chan, Matt Dorsey, Myrna Melgar
15-0
Ordinance#221268
Dec 22, 2022

This ordinance changes the rules for selecting contractors for public works projects by eliminating the minimum cost requirement and ensuring that contractor performance evaluations are taken into account. It aims to improve the quality of work by focusing on contractor reliability and past performance.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to remove the minimum cost criterion weighting for Design-Build and Construction Manager/General Contractor best value procurements; and to require consideration of available contractor performance evaluations when considering contractors for award of a public works construction contract.

Budget & TaxesGovernance & ElectionsLand Use & Planning
By Rafael Mandelman
2-0
Resolution#221170
Dec 16, 2022

This resolution allows the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing to secure $56.6 million in state grant funds for purchasing a property at 333-12th Street to create Permanent Supportive Housing for families. It also commits approximately $98.8 million in city funds for the acquisition and operation of the facility for at least five years.

Resolution authorizing the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing (“HSH”) to execute a Standard Agreement with the California Department of Housing and Community Development for a total amount not to exceed $56,578,000 of Project Homekey grant funds; to accept and expend those funds for the acquisition of the property located at 333-12th Street for Permanent Supportive Housing for families and to support its operations upon execution of the Standard Agreement through June 30, 2026; approving and authorizing HSH to commit approximately $98,800,000 in required matching funds for acquisition of the property and a minimum of five years of operating subsidy; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and adopting the Planning Department’s findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and authorizing HSH to enter into any additions, amendments, or other modifications to the Standard Agreement and the Homekey Documents that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities of the City or materially decrease the benefits to the City.

HousingTransportationBudget & Taxes
By Matt Dorsey
6-0
Ordinance#220947
Dec 16, 2022

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.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
By Matt Dorsey, Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman
12-0
Ordinance#220729
Dec 16, 2022

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.

HousingTransportationBudget & Taxes
Passed
17-0 /1
Ordinance#220702
Dec 16, 2022

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.

Budget & TaxesGovernance & ElectionsSocial Services & Equity
By Matt Dorsey, Rafael Mandelman
14-0
Ordinance#221125
Dec 16, 2022

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.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
By Connie Chan, Matt Dorsey, Rafael Mandelman
12-0
Resolution#221028
Dec 16, 2022

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.

Budget & TaxesEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Connie Chan, Shamann Walton
6-0
Resolution#221109
Dec 16, 2022

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.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
By Myrna Melgar
6-0
Resolution#221119
Dec 16, 2022

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.

Budget & TaxesPublic Health
Passed
6-0
Resolution#221120
Dec 16, 2022

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.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
Passed
6-0
Resolution#221208
Dec 16, 2022

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.

Budget & TaxesEnvironmentHonorary / Symbolic
By Myrna Melgar
5-0
Ordinance#221103
Dec 15, 2022

This ordinance repeals the old San Francisco Fire Code and replaces it with a new code based on the 2022 California Fire Code and parts of the 2018 International Fire Code, including local amendments and fees for permits and inspections. It took effect on January 1, 2023, and includes findings related to local conditions and environmental considerations.

Ordinance repealing the existing San Francisco Fire Code in its entirety and enacting a new San Francisco Fire Code consisting of the 2022 California Fire Code and portions of the 2018 International Fire Code, together with amendments specific to San Francisco, including provisions for fees for permits, inspections, and various City services, with an operative date of January 1, 2023; adopting findings of local conditions pursuant to California Health and Safety Code, Section 17958.7; directing the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors to forward San Francisco’s amendments to the California Building Standards Commission and State Fire Marshal; and making environmental findings.

Budget & TaxesPublic HealthHonorary / Symbolic
By Connie Chan
12-0
Hearing#220472
Dec 14, 2022

This legislation calls for a hearing to examine how the city's hiring practices impact racial equity and to assess progress towards achieving diverse representation in city jobs. It also requests a report from the Office of the Budget and Legislative Analyst on these issues.

Hearing on departmental hiring patterns with regard to racial equity and progress towards the goal of equitable diversity in City employment; and requesting the Office of the Budget and Legislative Analyst to report.

Budget & TaxesBusiness & EconomySocial Services & Equity
By Shamann Walton
6-0
Hearing#211276
Dec 14, 2022

This legislation calls for a hearing to review the status of the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development's Below Market Rate Program, focusing on participant numbers, income levels served, funding, demographics, and available units. The goal is to gather detailed information and request a report from the MOHCD.

Hearing on the review and status of the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development’s (MOHCD) Below Market Rate (BMR) Program, including inquiring about the number of participants in the Program, what Area Median Income’s (AMI) are currently being serviced, the Program’s funding availability, participant demographics, number of units in development, and number of units currently available; and requesting MOHCD to report.

HousingTransportationBudget & Taxes
Filed
2-0
Hearing#210322
Dec 14, 2022

This hearing aims to gather information on how PG&E and the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission contribute to powering city projects and affordable housing, as well as the effects of PG&E's requirements on project timelines and budgets. It requests reports from several city agencies and PG&E to better understand these issues.

Hearing to learn more about Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) and San Francisco Public Utilities Commission roles in providing power to City projects and affordable housing, and about the impact of PG&E requirements on project timelines, budgets, and power source decisions; and requesting PG&E, San Francisco Public Utilities Commission, Mayor's Office of Housing and Community Development, and Municipal Transportation Agency to report.

HousingTransportationBudget & Taxes
Filed
1-0
Ordinance#221069
Dec 13, 2022

The ordinance exempts the Leather and LGBTQ Cultural District from fees for placing up to 200 banners on City-owned poles, and it also formalizes an existing exemption for the SoMa Pilipinas Cultural Heritage District for up to 300 banners. Additionally, it affirms the Planning Department's compliance with environmental regulations.

Ordinance amending the Public Works Code to exempt the Leather and Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer (LGBTQ) Cultural District from banner permit fees and inspection fees for the placement of up to 200 banners on up to 200 City-owned poles within that Cultural District; and to codify the existing exemption of the SoMa Pilipinas - Filipino Cultural Heritage District from banner permit fees and inspection fees for the placement of up to 300 banners on up to 300 City-owned poles within that Cultural District; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

Budget & TaxesEnvironmentBusiness & Economy
By Matt Dorsey, Rafael Mandelman
11-0
Ordinance#221106
Dec 13, 2022

This ordinance waives the fee for temporary street space occupancy permits in San Francisco on specific dates to encourage holiday sidewalk sales. It also confirms that the Planning Department's assessment complies with environmental regulations.

Ordinance waiving the fee required under Public Works Code, Section 724.1(b), for temporary street space occupancy permits on San Francisco streets on November 25-27, December 2-4, and December 9-11, 2022, to promote sidewalk sales of merchandise during the holiday season; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
By Connie Chan, Matt Dorsey, Rafael Mandelman
11-0
Ordinance#221123
Dec 13, 2022

This ordinance allocates $4,711,123 from tax revenue bonds to fund an affordable housing project managed by the Mayor's Office of Housing and Community Development for the fiscal year 2022-2023. It aims to support housing development on Treasure Island.

Ordinance appropriating $4,711,123 from the issuance of Treasure Island Infrastructure and Revitalization Financing District (IRFD) No. 1 Tax Increment Revenue Bonds and appropriating to the affordable housing project in the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development in Fiscal Year (FY) 2022-2023.

HousingTransportationBudget & Taxes
By Matt Dorsey
11-0
Motion#221225
Dec 13, 2022

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.

Budget & TaxesGovernance & ElectionsSocial Services & Equity
Passed
6-0 /1
Ordinance#221266
Dec 13, 2022

The ordinance allocates $30 million for park and recreation improvements, $42 million for Embarcadero seawall planning and projects, and $172 million for various affordable housing initiatives. These funds will be held in reserve until the bond proceeds are received.

Ordinance appropriating $30,000,000 of proceeds from Series 2023A Health and Recovery General Obligation (GO) Bonds to the Recreation and Park Department (RPD) for improvements to parks, recreation facilities, and open spaces; $42,000,000 of proceeds from Series 2023B Embarcadero Seawall GO Bonds to the Port of San Francisco (PRT) for planning, engagement, program management, pilot projects, Embarcadero project pre-design and detailed design, and a flood study with the United States Army Corps of Engineers; $172,000,000 from Series 2023C Affordable Housing to the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development (MOHCD) for public, low-income, preservation and middle income, and senior housing projects in Fiscal Year (FY) 2022-2023; and placing these funds on Controller’s Reserve pending receipt of bond proceeds.

HousingBudget & TaxesEnvironment
Passed
5-0 /1
Ordinance#221267
Dec 13, 2022

This ordinance allows the Office of Economic and Workforce Development to use a $5 million grant from the California Economic Development Department for planning related to community economic resilience from October 2022 to September 2024. It also creates one full-time Senior Administrative Analyst position funded by this grant.

Ordinance retroactively authorizing the Office of Economic and Workforce Development to accept and expend a grant in the amount of $5,000,000 from the California Economic Development Department for the Community Economic Resilience Fund Planning Grant for the grant period of October 1, 2022, through September 30, 2024; and amending Ordinance No. 162-22 (Annual Salary Ordinance, File No. 220670 for Fiscal Years 2022-2023 and 2023-2024) to provide for the creation of one grant-funded full-time position, in Class 1823 Senior Administrative Analyst (1.0 FTE).

TransportationBudget & TaxesBusiness & Economy
Passed
6-0 /1
Ordinance#221272
Dec 13, 2022

This ordinance allocates $5.5 million from the city's reserve funds to the Department of Public Health to establish wellness hubs aimed at providing drug and alcohol treatment services. The funding is designated for the fiscal year 2022-2023.

Ordinance appropriating $5,500,000 of General Fund General Reserves to the Department of Public Health for wellness hubs for the purpose of providing drug and alcohol treatment to members of the public in Fiscal Year (FY) 2022-2023.

Budget & TaxesPublic Health
By Connie Chan, Matt Dorsey, Shamann Walton
no vote
Resolution#221265
Dec 13, 2022

This resolution allows San Francisco to issue and sell up to $30 million in general obligation bonds to fund health and recovery initiatives. It outlines the terms of the bonds, the sale process, and authorizes city officials to manage the issuance and related actions.

Resolution authorizing the issuance and sale of not to exceed $30,000,000 aggregate principal amount of one or more series of bonds on a tax-exempt or taxable basis of City and County of San Francisco General Obligation Bonds (Health and Recovery, 2020), Series 2023A; prescribing the form and terms of such bonds and any subseries designation; providing for the appointment of depositories and other agents for such bonds; providing for the establishment of accounts and/or subaccounts related to such bonds; authorizing the sale of such bonds by competitive or negotiated sale; approving the forms of the Official Notice of Sale and Notice of Intention to Sell Bonds and directing the publication of the Notice of Intention to Sell Bonds; approving the form of the Purchase Contract; approving the form of the Preliminary Official Statement and the execution of the Official Statement relating to the sale of such bonds; approving the form of the Continuing Disclosure Certificate; authorizing and approving modifications to such documents; ratifying certain actions previously taken, as defined herein; and granting general authority to City officials to take necessary actions in connection with the authorization, issuance, sale, and delivery of such bonds, as defined herein.

Budget & TaxesPublic HealthGovernance & Elections
Passed
1-0
Resolution#221273
Dec 13, 2022

This resolution allows San Francisco to issue and sell up to $42 million in bonds to fund earthquake safety improvements for the Embarcadero seawall. It outlines the terms and procedures for the bond sale and authorizes city officials to manage the process.

Resolution authorizing the issuance and sale of not to exceed $42,000,000 aggregate principal amount in one or more series of bonds on a tax-exempt or taxable basis of City and County of San Francisco General Obligation Bonds (Embarcadero Seawall Earthquake Safety, 2018) Series 2023B; prescribing the form and terms of such bonds; providing for the appointment of depositories and other agents for such bonds; providing for the establishment of accounts and/or subaccounts related to such bonds; authorizing the sale of such bonds by competitive or negotiated sale; approving the forms of the Official Notice of Sale and Notice of Intention to Sell Bonds and directing the publication of the Notice of Intention to Sell Bonds; approving the form of the Purchase Contract; approving the form of the Preliminary Official Statement and the execution of the Official Statement relating to the sale of such bonds; approving the form of the Continuing Disclosure Certificate; authorizing and approving modifications to such documents; ratifying certain actions previously taken, as defined herein; and granting general authority to City officials to take necessary actions in connection with the authorization, issuance, sale, and delivery of such bonds, as defined herein.

Budget & TaxesGovernance & Elections
Passed
1-0
Resolution#221274
Dec 13, 2022

This resolution allows San Francisco to issue and sell up to $172 million in bonds to fund affordable housing projects. It outlines the terms and processes for the sale of these bonds and grants city officials the authority to manage the related actions.

Resolution authorizing the issuance and sale of not to exceed $172,000,000 aggregate principal amount on a tax-exempt or taxable basis of City and County of San Francisco General Obligation Bonds (Social Bonds-Affordable Housing, 2019) Series 2023C; prescribing the form and terms of such bonds; providing for the appointment of depositories and other agents for such bonds; providing for the establishment of accounts and/or subaccounts related to such bonds; authorizing the sale of such bonds by competitive or negotiated sale; approving the forms of the Official Notice of Sale and Notice of Intention to Sell Bonds and directing the publication of the Notice of Intention to Sell Bonds; approving the form of the Purchase Contract; approving the form of the Preliminary Official Statement and the execution of the Official Statement relating to the sale of such bonds; approving the form of the Continuing Disclosure Certificate; authorizing and approving modifications to such documents; ratifying certain actions previously taken, as defined herein; and granting general authority to City officials to take necessary actions in connection with the authorization, issuance, sale, and delivery of such bonds, as defined herein.

HousingBudget & TaxesGovernance & Elections
Passed
1-0
Resolution#221276
Dec 13, 2022

This resolution allows the Department of Public Health to apply for continued funding from the CDC for HIV surveillance and prevention programs. It requests $7,804,306 to support these efforts in San Francisco from January 1, 2023, to May 31, 2024.

Resolution retroactively authorizing the Department of Public Health to submit a one-year application for Calendar Year 2023 to continue to receive funding for the Integrated HIV Surveillance and Prevention Programs for Health Departments from the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention, and requesting $7,804,306 in HIV prevention funding for San Francisco from January 1, 2023, through May 31, 2024.

Public SafetyBudget & TaxesPublic Health
By Matt Dorsey, Rafael Mandelman
6-0 /1
Resolution#221277
Dec 13, 2022

This resolution allows the Department of Public Health to apply for continued funding under the Ryan White Act for HIV/AIDS emergency relief, requesting nearly $16 million for the upcoming year. It ensures that San Francisco can maintain support services for individuals affected by HIV/AIDS.

Resolution retroactively authorizing the Department of Public Health to submit an application to continue to receive funding for the Ryan White Act HIV/AIDS Emergency Relief Grant Program grant from the Health Resources Services Administration; and requesting $15,962,602 in HIV Emergency Relief Program funding for the San Francisco Eligible Metropolitan Area for the period of March 1, 2023, through February 29, 2024.

Public SafetyBudget & TaxesPublic Health
By Matt Dorsey, Rafael Mandelman
6-0 /1
Resolution#221278
Dec 13, 2022

This resolution allows the Department of the Status of Women to use a $200,000 grant from the Blue Shield of California Foundation to start Women's Economic Security Pilot Programs over two years. The funding is retroactively authorized for the period from October 1, 2022, to September 30, 2024.

Resolution retroactively authorizing the Department of the Status of Women to accept and expend a grant in the amount of $200,000 from the Blue Shield of California Foundation for a two-year grant period from October 1, 2022, through September 30, 2024, to launch Women’s Economic Security Pilot Programs.

Budget & TaxesBusiness & Economy
Passed
7-0
Resolution#221279
Dec 13, 2022

This resolution allows the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing to secure over $16 million in state grant funds to purchase and operate a property at 5630 Mission Street as Permanent Supportive Housing for transitional aged youth. It also commits approximately $13 million in matching funds for the property's acquisition, rehabilitation, and operational support for at least five years.

Resolution authorizing the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing (“HSH”) to execute a Standard Agreement with the California Department of Housing and Community Development for a total amount not to exceed $16,823,000 of Project Homekey grant funds; to accept and expend those funds for the acquisition of the property located at 5630 Mission Street for Permanent Supportive Housing for transitional aged youth (“TAY”) and to support its operations upon execution of the Standard Agreement through June 30, 2026; approving and authorizing HSH to commit approximately $13,043,500 in required matching funds for acquisition and rehabilitation of the property and a minimum of five years of operating subsidy; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; adopting the Planning Department’s findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and authorizing HSH to enter into any additions, amendments, or other modifications to the Standard Agreement and the Homekey Documents that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities of the City or materially decrease the benefits to the City.

HousingTransportationBudget & Taxes
Passed
6-0 /1
Resolution#221280
Dec 13, 2022

This resolution allows the Mayor's Office and the Department of Technology to seek non-monetary donations from city contractors through the Civic Bridge program, even though there are rules about soliciting such contributions. It aims to support city projects without violating existing donation regulations.

Resolution authorizing the Office of the Mayor and the Department of Technology to solicit in-kind donations through the Civic Bridge program from various City contractors, notwithstanding the Behested Payments Ordinance.

Budget & Taxes
Passed
1-0
Resolution#221282
Dec 13, 2022

This resolution allows the California Enterprise Development Authority to issue up to $20 million in revenue obligations to finance the renovation and construction of facilities for the Chinese American International School. It is a formal approval required for tax purposes under federal law.

Resolution approving for purposes of Internal Revenue Code, Section 147(f), the Issuance and Sale of Revenue Obligations by the California Enterprise Development Authority, in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $20,000,000 to finance the cost of renovation, construction, installation, equipping and/or furnishing of educational and related facilities to be owned and operated by Chinese American International School, a California nonprofit public benefit corporation.

Budget & TaxesLand Use & PlanningSocial Services & Equity
By Connie Chan, Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman
1-0
Resolution#221285
Dec 13, 2022

This resolution states that the Board of Supervisors plans to use some of the funds from the city's opioid litigation to create wellness hubs as part of the Department of Public Health's Overdose Prevention Plan by 2025. It is currently filed and has not yet been enacted.

Resolution declaring the Board of Supervisors’ intent to use a portion of the abatement funds arising from San Francisco’s opioid litigation to open and operate wellness hubs, as outlined by the Department of Public Health’s Overdose Prevention Plan, by 2025.

Budget & TaxesPublic HealthHonorary / Symbolic
By Connie Chan, Matt Dorsey, Shamann Walton
no vote
Resolution#221230
Dec 13, 2022

This resolution approves a settlement of $1,399,196 to A2Z Development USA, Inc. for unlitigated claims related to a refund of payroll expense and gross receipts taxes filed against the City on February 28, 2022. The settlement resolves the claims without going to court.

Resolution approving the settlement of the unlitigated claims filed by A2Z Development USA, Inc. against the City and County of San Francisco for $1,399,196; the claims were filed on February 28, 2022; the claims involve a refund of payroll expense and gross receipts taxes.

Budget & Taxes
Passed
2-0
Resolution#221231
Dec 13, 2022

This resolution approves a settlement of $76,250 to AmerisourceBergen Drug Corporation for an alleged overpayment of penalties and interest related to the Homelessness Gross Receipts Tax for the 2019 tax year. The claim was filed on July 11, 2022, and the resolution has been passed.

Resolution approving the settlement of the unlitigated claim filed by AmerisourceBergen Drug Corporation against the City and County of San Francisco for $76,250; the claim was filed on July 11, 2022; the claim involves an alleged overpayment of Homelessness Gross Receipts Tax penalties and interest for the 2019 tax year.

HousingBudget & TaxesPublic Health
Passed
2-0
Resolution#221232
Dec 13, 2022

This resolution allows A-N SFD Owner, LLC to extend the time limit for filing a lawsuit against the city regarding a refund of real property transfer tax related to the former Sir Francis Drake Hotel. The goal is to potentially resolve the issue without going to court.

Resolution approving a Tolling Agreement to extend the statute of limitations for A-N SFD Owner, LLC for the former Sir Francis Drake Hotel to bring potential litigation against the City and County of San Francisco for a refund of real property transfer tax to allow for possible resolution of the matter without litigation.

HousingBudget & Taxes
Passed
2-0
Resolution#220693
Dec 13, 2022

This resolution allows the Recreation and Park Department to adjust its agreement with the Francisco Park Conservancy, giving them a credit of up to $443,000 for maintenance funding at Francisco Park over the next five years. This credit is intended to offset increased project costs due to PG&E construction requirements.

Resolution authorizing the Recreation and Park Department to amend its agreement with the Francisco Park Conservancy (FPC), to provide FPC a credit of up to $443,000 against its obligation to fund maintenance at Francisco Park over the next five years, to account for a portion of project cost increases generated by PG&E construction requirements.

Budget & TaxesEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
Filed
no vote
Ordinance#221243
Dec 12, 2022

This ordinance prohibits the Department of Elections and the Elections Commission from using their budgeted funds to hire a vendor for the search of a new Director of Elections for a five-year term starting on May 21, 2023. It has been filed but is not yet enacted.

Ordinance prohibiting the Department of Elections and the Elections Commission from using funds appropriated to the Department of Elections and the Elections Commission in the Annual Budget and Appropriation Ordinance for Fiscal Year 2022-2023 for the purpose of contracting with a vendor to provide services to conduct a search to fill the position of Director of Elections for the five-year term scheduled to commence on May 21, 2023.

Budget & TaxesBusiness & EconomyGovernance & Elections
Filed
no vote
Hearing#221257
Dec 12, 2022

This legislation calls for a hearing to discuss updates on an investigation into potential building code violations and illegal conversions at the Twitter Headquarters, as well as possible labor and human rights violations involving immigrant workers. It requests reports from various city departments involved in the investigation.

Hearing regarding updates on the findings of the joint Department of Building Inspection (DBI) and Planning investigation into Building Code and Planning Code violations, including potential illegal conversions, of the Twitter Headquarters located at 1355 Market Street as reported on by Forbes Magazine, and potential labor and human rights violations of immigrant workers; and requesting DBI, the Zoning Administrator and Planning Enforcement, Office of Labor Standards Enforcement and Human Rights Commission to report.

TransportationBudget & TaxesLand Use & Planning
By Matt Dorsey
no vote
Resolution#221148
Dec 9, 2022

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.

Budget & TaxesPublic HealthEnvironment
By Matt Dorsey, Shamann Walton
6-0
Resolution#221066
Dec 9, 2022

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.

HousingBudget & TaxesBusiness & Economy
Passed
6-0 /1
Ordinance#221070
Dec 9, 2022

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.

Budget & TaxesBusiness & Economy
By Matt Dorsey, Rafael Mandelman
10-6
Resolution#221107
Dec 9, 2022

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.

Public SafetyBudget & Taxes
Passed
6-0
Resolution#221108
Dec 9, 2022

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.

Public SafetyBudget & Taxes
Passed
6-0
Resolution#221127
Dec 9, 2022

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.

TransportationBudget & TaxesPublic Health
Passed
7-0
Resolution#220828
Dec 9, 2022

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.

TransportationBudget & TaxesBusiness & Economy
Passed
6-0 /1
Resolution#220859
Dec 9, 2022

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.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
By Matt Dorsey
6-0 /1
Resolution#220889
Dec 9, 2022

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.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
By Matt Dorsey
6-0 /1
Resolution#220890
Dec 9, 2022

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.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
By Rafael Mandelman
6-0 /1
Resolution#220893
Dec 9, 2022

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.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
By Myrna Melgar
6-0 /1
Resolution#220894
Dec 9, 2022

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.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
Passed
6-0 /1
Resolution#221129
Dec 9, 2022

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.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
Passed
6-0 /1
Resolution#221063
Dec 9, 2022

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.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
Passed
6-0 /1
Resolution#220972
Dec 9, 2022

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.

Budget & TaxesPublic Health
Passed
6-0
Ordinance#221242
Dec 6, 2022

This ordinance requires the Board of Supervisors to approve policies on funding and using specific law enforcement equipment, in line with state law. It also approves the Police Department's policy on using drones and other remotely operated vehicles.

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 relating to the use of unmanned, remotely piloted, powered aerial or ground vehicles.

Public SafetyBudget & TaxesGovernance & Elections
Filed
10-0
Ordinance#221246
Dec 6, 2022

This ordinance updates the rules for how the Local Homeless Coordinating Board and related committees operate in San Francisco, following the requirements of Proposition C. It designates the Homelessness Oversight Commission to appoint members of the Coordinating Board and outlines their specific roles in advising on homelessness programs.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code and Business and Tax Regulations Code as required by Proposition C, adopted at the November 8, 2022, election, to provide that the Homelessness Oversight Commission (“Commission”) appoint all members of the Local Homeless Coordinating Board (“Coordinating Board”); that the Coordinating Board’s sole duties are to serve as the governing body required to participate in the federal Continuum of Care Program and to advise the Commission on issues relating to the Continuum of Care; that the Shelter Monitoring Committee advise the Commission in lieu of the Coordinating Board; that the Our City, Our Home Oversight Committee (“Oversight Committee”) advise and make recommendations to the Commission and the Health Commission; and that the Oversight Committee inform the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing’s strategic planning process.

HousingBudget & TaxesGovernance & Elections
By Rafael Mandelman
10-0 /2
Resolution#221247
Dec 6, 2022

This resolution approves a lease and operating agreement for the management of the clubhouse and golfing operations at Golden Gate Park Golf for six years, with a possible nine-year extension, requiring an annual base rent of $275,000 plus a share of revenues. It also confirms that the rental rate is appropriate and that the property is considered "exempt surplus land" under state law.

Resolution approving and authorizing a Lease and Operating Agreement between the City and County of San Francisco, acting by and through its Recreation and Park Department (RPD), and Golden Gate Park Golf Development Foundation for the management and operation of the clubhouse and golfing operations at Golden Gate Park Golf, located at 970-47th Avenue, for an initial term of six years, with one option to extend the term for an additional nine years, with an annual base rent of $275,000 plus a share of revenues, effective upon approval of this Resolution; determining that the rental rate under the Agreement is appropriate and that the Agreement will serve a public purpose in accordance with Administrative Code, Sections 23.30 and 23.33; adopting findings declaring that the Property is "exempt surplus land" under the California Surplus Lands Act; and to authorize the RPD General Manager 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.

HousingBudget & TaxesHonorary / Symbolic
By Connie Chan
7-0
Resolution#221248
Dec 6, 2022

This resolution allows the Department of Public Health to accept and use a $324,061 grant from the Office of Refugee Health for the Refugee Health Assessment Program for the fiscal year 2022-23. The funding will support health assessments for refugees from October 1, 2022, to September 30, 2023.

Resolution retroactively authorizing the Department of Public Health to accept and expend a grant in the amount of $324,061 from the Office of Refugee Health through the California Department of Public Health for participation in a program, entitled “Refugee Health Assessment Program (RHAP) - Federal Fiscal Year (FFY) 2022-23 Award Number 22-38-90899-00,” for the period of October 1, 2022, through September 30, 2023.

Budget & TaxesPublic Health
Passed
1-0
Motion#221254
Dec 6, 2022

The motion allows Miriam Zouzounis to apply for grants and seek assistance from the Office of Economic and Workforce Development for her non-profit, confirming that this does not conflict with her role on the Small Business Commission, as long as certain conditions are met. It has been officially passed.

Motion finding that Miriam Zouzounis' proposal to apply for grants administered by the Office of Economic and Workforce Development ("OEWD") and to seek assistance from OEWD relating to the non-profit on whose Board she serves on are not incompatible with the Statement of Incompatible Activities of the Small Business Commission, of which she is a member, subject to conditions.

Budget & TaxesBusiness & EconomyGovernance & Elections
By Matt Dorsey
2-0
Motion#221255
Dec 6, 2022

This motion allows the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors to modify the contract with Harvey M. Rose Associates, LLC to include additional work, as long as there are funds available for it. It has been approved and is now in effect.

Motion authorizing the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors to take all administrative steps to amend the Budget and Legislative Analyst Services contract with Harvey M. Rose Associates, LLC for additional work under the existing scope of services, to the extent that funds are appropriated for that purpose.

Budget & Taxes
Passed
7-0 /2
Hearing#221259
Dec 6, 2022

This legislation initiates a hearing to discuss San Francisco's budget projections for the next five years and provides instructions to city departments regarding budget preparation. It also requests reports from the Controller and the Mayor's Budget Director.

Hearing on the City and County of San Francisco's five-year budget projections and budget instructions to Departments on behalf of Mayor London N. Breed; and requesting the Controller and Mayor's Budget Director to report.

Budget & Taxes
Filed
1-0
Ordinance#221187
Dec 6, 2022

This ordinance changes the rules so that the Tax Collector can sell commercial properties that haven't paid taxes for five years instead of three. It aims to give property owners more time to settle their tax debts before the property is sold.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to allow the Tax Collector to sell tax-defaulted nonresidential commercial property after five years of nonpayment of property taxes instead of after three years.

HousingBudget & TaxesGovernance & Elections
Passed
12-0
Resolution#221193
Dec 6, 2022

This resolution approves a settlement for a claim by Osterweis Capital Management against San Francisco, resulting in a payment of $106,978.79 for a refund of gross receipts tax. The claim was filed on September 26, 2022, and has now been resolved.

Resolution approving the settlement of the unlitigated claim filed by Osterweis Capital Management, LLC against the City and County of San Francisco for $106,978.79; the claim was filed on September 26, 2022; the claim involves a refund of gross receipts tax.

Budget & Taxes
Passed
2-0
Resolution#221194
Dec 6, 2022

This resolution approves a contract between the San Francisco AIDS Foundation and the Department of Public Health to provide Health Access Point services for nearly $11.9 million from January 1, 2023, to June 30, 2026. It also allows the Department of Public Health to make minor amendments to the contract without increasing the city's obligations.

Resolution retroactively approving an original contract agreement between the San Francisco AIDS Foundation and the Department of Public Health (DPH), to provide Health Access Point services in an amount not to exceed $11,886,595 for a total initial contract term of January 1, 2023, 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.

Budget & TaxesPublic Health
Passed
2-0
Resolution#221209
Dec 5, 2022

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.

Budget & TaxesBusiness & EconomySocial Services & Equity
By Matt Dorsey, Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman
2-0
Ordinance#220878
Dec 2, 2022

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.

HousingBudget & TaxesLand Use & Planning
By Connie Chan
13-0