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This charter amendment aims to create a new Children's Agency in San Francisco to improve services for children, youth, and families by coordinating existing departments and establishing new ones. It also proposes changes to funding processes for children's services and requires the Board of Education to meet certain governance standards before receiving city funds.
Charter Amendment (First Draft) to amend the Charter of the City and County of San Francisco to 1) establish a new Children’s Agency responsible for overseeing, aligning, and coordinating the development of systems, services, policies, and planning strategies to strengthen the City’s services for children, youth, and families; 2) authorize the Agency to include the Department of Children, Youth, and Their Families, which is responsible for administering the City’s Children and Youth Fund and promoting the development of programs and planning strategies to enhance services for children, youth, and their families; 3) authorize the Agency to include a new Department of Early Childhood, which will assume the duties previously assigned to the Office of Early Care and Education promoting the development of programs, policies, and strategies to enhance services for children ages 0-5; 4) establish a Children’s Commission to oversee the Agency; 5) modify the process for expending funds in the Children and Youth Fund to support services for children; 6) modify the process for expending funds in the Public Education Enrichment Fund to support the San Francisco Unified School District; and 7) require the Board of Education to submit a certification of compliance with specified governance requirements before the City appropriates funds to the San Francisco Unified School District not otherwise required by the Charter or State law; at an election to be held on June 7, 2022.
This charter amendment aimed to change how appointments are made to various city commissions by splitting the authority between the Mayor and the Board of Supervisors, and to define the City Administrator's oversight functions. The proposal was ultimately rejected and did not pass.
Charter Amendment (Third Draft) to amend the Charter of the City and County of San Francisco to 1) split the power to make appointments to the following bodies between the Mayor and the Board of Supervisors: Airport Commission, Arts Commission, Asian Art Commission, Civil Service Commission, Commission on the Environment, Commission on the Status of Women, Disability and Aging Services Commission, Fire Commission, Health Commission, Historic Preservation Commission, Human Rights Commission, Human Services Commission, Juvenile Probation Commission, Library Commission, Municipal Transportation Agency Board of Directors, Public Utilities Commission, Recreation and Park Commission, and War Memorial and Performing Arts Center Board of Trustees; subject Mayoral appointments to those bodies and to the Building Inspection Commission and the Small Business Commission to approval by the Board of Supervisors; provide that the appropriate appointing authority (Mayor or Board of Supervisors, as applicable) may initiate removal of commissioners; and specify that the terms of members of the Asian Art Commission, Building Inspection Commission, Civil Service Commission, and Fine Arts Museums Board of Trustees shall be for four years; and 2) specify the types of functions that the City Administrator may oversee; require that any agencies under the City Administrator be designated by ordinance; authorize the City Administrator to review City programs and services, and employment practices, and to make recommendations to the Mayor, Board of Supervisors, and departments based on those reviews; prohibit the Mayor from placing functions under the City Administrator without authorization by ordinance; and authorize the City Administrator to recommend removal of any department head to the Mayor or a commission, and require the Mayor or commission to act on the recommendation within 30 days; at an election to be held on June 7, 2022.
This legislation updates the rules regarding the Building Inspection Commission, including how its members are appointed and their responsibilities. It also confirms that the Planning Department's assessment complies with environmental regulations.
Charter Amendment (Third Draft) to amend the Charter of the City and County of San Francisco to revise the duties, composition, and method of appointment for members of the Building Inspection Commission; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; at an election to be held on June 7, 2022.
This legislation extends the time frame for initiating recall petitions from six to twelve months after an official takes office and prevents recall petitions from being submitted if the election would coincide with a regularly scheduled election within that twelve-month period. It also states that any interim officer appointed due to a recall cannot run in the subsequent election for that position.
Charter Amendment (Third Draft) to amend the Charter of the City and County of San Francisco to extend the ban on the initiation of recall petitions from six to twelve months after the official has assumed office; prohibit the submission of a recall petition to the Department of Elections, if the subsequent recall election would be required to be held within twelve months of a regularly scheduled election for the office held by the official sought to be recalled; and provide that any interim officer appointed to fill a vacancy created by a recall election, held on or after June 7, 2022, may not be a candidate in the subsequent vacancy election; at an election to be held on June 7, 2022.
This charter amendment aims to encourage the Retirement Board to divest from fossil fuels and changes the appointment process for one of its members to be selected by the Board of Supervisors, requiring that member to have expertise in environmentally and socially responsible investment management. The election for this amendment is scheduled for June 7, 2022.
Charter Amendment (First Draft) to adopt a Declaration of Policy urging the Retirement Board to divest from fossil fuels; and to amend the Charter of the City and County of San Francisco to require that one of the members of the Retirement Board who is currently appointed by the Mayor shall instead be appointed by the Board of Supervisors, and to require the Board of Supervisors-appointed member to be experienced with the management of investment portfolios based on environmental, social, and governance factors; at election to be held on June 7, 2022.
This charter amendment aimed to simplify the approval process for certain affordable housing projects by reducing the need for discretionary reviews by city boards and allowing the Planning Department to handle reviews directly. The proposal was ultimately not approved.
Charter Amendment (Second Draft) to amend the Charter of the City and County of San Francisco to provide for streamlined review of eligible affordable housing projects by limiting discretionary review by City boards and commissions, and providing for Planning Department ministerial review in lieu of approvals by or certain appeals to City boards and commissions; to make corresponding amendments to the Planning Code and the Business and Tax Regulations Code; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and making findings of compliance with the General Plan and Planning Code, Section 101.1 and findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare under Planning Code, Section 302; at an election to be held on June 7, 2022.
This ordinance allows employees to request flexible or predictable work arrangements, unless it causes significant difficulty for the employer. It also requires employers to work with employees to find a suitable arrangement and enhances enforcement of these provisions.
Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to provide under the Family Friendly Ordinance that Employees shall be permitted a Flexible or Predictable Working Arrangement unless such an arrangement would cause an Employer undue hardship; requiring Employers to engage in an interactive process to find a mutually agreeable Flexible or Predictable Working Arrangement; strengthening enforcement of the Ordinance; and making other changes, as defined herein.
This legislation involves a public hearing to discuss expanding and updating the Infrastructure Financing Plan for the Treasure Island area. The hearing is scheduled for January 11, 2022, at 3:00 p.m.
Hearing of the Board of Supervisors sitting as a Committee of the Whole on January 11, 2022, at 3:00 p.m., to hold a public hearing to consider adding territory to and adopting amendments to the Infrastructure Financing Plan for City and County of San Francisco Infrastructure and Revitalization Financing District No. 1 (Treasure Island) and project areas therein; scheduled pursuant to the Resolution No. 481-21, adopted by the Board of Supervisors on October 19, 2021.
This ordinance expands the definition of "interested party" to include City contractors and others who influence City officials, and it prohibits certain City officials from soliciting donations from these interested parties. It aims to enhance transparency and reduce potential conflicts of interest in government dealings.
Ordinance amending the Campaign and Governmental Conduct Code to expand the definition of interested party to include City contractors, persons seeking to influence City officers and employees, registered contact lobbyists, permit consultants, and to prohibit elected officials, department heads, commissioners, and designated employees from soliciting behested payments from interested parties.
The motion allows the City to respond quickly to a local emergency due to increased drug overdoses in the Tenderloin by enabling emergency procurement of services and facilities, and by waiving certain regulations to expedite assistance. It also requires City employees to cooperate with the Department of Emergency Management to secure funding and address the crisis effectively.
Motion concurring in the December 17, 2021, Proclamation by the Mayor Declaring the Existence of a Local Emergency in connection with the sudden increase in drug overdoses in the Tenderloin, and concurring in actions taken to meet the emergency to: 1) require City employees and officers to take all steps requested by the Executive Director of the Department of Emergency Management (“DEM”) to address the emergency conditions; 2) require all City employees and officers to take all steps requested by the Executive Director of DEM to qualify the City for funding as may be available to reimburse the City for the expenses it incurs in addressing this emergency; 3) allow departments to procure services, goods, and public works relating to the emergency using emergency procurement procedures, and waive any applicable requirement of Civil Service Commission approval of such contracts; and 4) allow the implementation in the Tenderloin of temporary facilities for purposes of offering services as part of the emergency response, and waive any provision in City law that limits or restricts the City’s deployment of such facilities, and any applicable local requirements for public notice, the filing or approval of a permit application, or payment of fees related to that response.
This motion allows City policy bodies to hold meetings remotely due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with some exceptions for in-person meetings. It also mandates that members of these bodies be fully vaccinated by January 31, 2022.
Motion concurring in actions taken by the Mayor in the Forty-First Supplement to the Proclamation of Emergency to meet the ongoing local emergency related to the novel coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic by requiring City policy bodies to hold meetings by teleconference or other remote technology, subject to exceptions for: 1) City policy bodies that receive permission to meet in person to act on personnel matters; 2) beginning on January 8, 2022, the Redistricting Task Force; and 3) City policies bodies that receive permission to meet in person based on a finding that holding an in-person meeting would provide a significant benefit to the public; and requiring members of City policy bodies to be fully vaccinated by January 31, 2022.
This ordinance authorizes the City and County of San Francisco to settle a lawsuit for $2.5 million related to an officer-involved shooting that resulted in the death of Keita O'Neil. The lawsuit was filed by Judy O'Neil in December 2017.
Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Judy O’Neil against the City and County of San Francisco for $2,500,000; the lawsuit was filed on December 19, 2017, in U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, Case No. 17-cv-07190; entitled Judy O’Neil v. City and County of San Francisco, et al.; the lawsuit involves an officer involved shooting that resulted in the death of Keita O’Neil.
This ordinance updates the agreement between the city and the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 39 to change rules about work schedules and shift assignments for employees in the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission's Wastewater Enterprise. It has been officially passed and is now in effect.
Ordinance adopting and implementing the First Amendment to the 2019-2022 Memorandum of Understanding between the City and County of San Francisco and the International Union of Operating Engineers Stationary Engineers, Local 39, to revise San Francisco Public Utilities Commission Wastewater Enterprise rules regarding work schedules and shift assignments.
This resolution approves leases for food and beverage concessions at the Harvey Milk Terminal 1 in San Francisco International Airport for a 12-year term, with a possible two-year extension. The leases will start once approved by the Board of Supervisors and require a minimum annual payment of $545,000 for the first year.
Resolution approving the Harvey Milk Terminal 1 Food and Beverage Concession Leases in Phases 3 and 4 - Lease 12, Lease No. 20-0042 between HFF SFO TWO, LLC, and the City and County of San Francisco, acting by and through its Airport Commission, for a term of 12 years with one two-year option to extend at the Airport’s sole discretion, and a minimum annual guarantee of $545,000 for the first year of the Lease, to commence upon approval by the Board of Supervisors.
This resolution approves food and beverage concession leases for Harvey Milk Terminal 1 at the airport, allowing Heigh Connects, LLC to operate for 12 years with a possible two-year extension. The lease includes a minimum annual payment of $570,000 for the first year, starting after the Board of Supervisors' approval.
Resolution approving the Harvey Milk Terminal 1 Food and Beverage Concession Leases in Phases 3 and 4 - Lease 14, Lease No. 20-0044 between Heigh Connects, LLC, and the City and County of San Francisco, acting by and through its Airport Commission, for a term of 12 years with one two-year option to extend at the Airport’s sole discretion, and a minimum annual guarantee of $570,000 for the first year of the Lease, to commence upon approval by the Board of Supervisors.
This resolution approves the expansion of the Infrastructure and Revitalization Financing District No. 1 on Treasure Island and updates its financing plan. It also addresses related administrative matters.
Resolution approving addition of territory to and adoption of amendments to the Infrastructure Financing Plan for the City and County of San Francisco Infrastructure and Revitalization Financing District No. 1 (Treasure Island) and project areas therein; and determining other matters in connection therewith, as defined herein.
This ordinance establishes the Office of Cyber Security and creates the position of Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to oversee the protection of the city's digital infrastructure. It also mandates that each department appoint a Department Information Security Officer and outlines the leadership structure for the Committee on Information Technology.
Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to establish the Office of Cyber Security and the position of Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) who, in coordination with department technology professionals, is responsible for preventing, detecting, and remediating the damage to City infrastructure and information resources from cyber-related incidents; require departments to appoint a Department Information Security Officer; add the CISO as a permanent member of the Committee on Information Technology (COIT); name the City Administrator or designee as Chair of COIT; and provide that the City Administrator with the Mayor’s concurrence appoints the Chief Information Officer (CIO).
This ordinance requires the Director of Elections to provide information about San Francisco's open source voting pilot program to the California Secretary of State and to implement the program for the November 8, 2022, election once approved. It aims to enhance transparency and security in the voting process.
Ordinance amending the Municipal Elections Code to require the Director of Elections to submit information documenting the City’s intended open source voting pilot program to the California Secretary of State, on behalf of the Board of Supervisors, and, upon approval of the Secretary of State, to implement such a system for use at the November 8, 2022, election.
This legislation calls for a hearing to discuss the findings and recommendations from an audit of the Social Impact Partnership Program by the City Services Auditor. It requests reports from the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission, the Auditor's Office, and the consulting firm involved.
Hearing on the findings and recommendations of the Office of the Controller's City Services Auditor (CSA) Audit Division performance audit of the Social Impact Partnership (SIP) Program of the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC); and requesting the SFPUC, CSA, and Sjoberg Evashenk Consulting, Inc. to report.
This hearing will discuss recommendations from the Close Juvenile Hall Work Group regarding the Youth Guidance Center and gather input from the community and experts on current services. It also requests a report from the Human Rights Commission.
Hearing on the Close Juvenile Hall Work Group recommendations for adoption and to hear from community, experts, and departments on the services offered at the current Youth Guidance Center; and requesting Human Rights Commission to report.
The ordinance authorizes a $2 million settlement for a lawsuit related to the wrongful death of the plaintiffs' husband and son against the City and County of San Francisco. This lawsuit was filed in May 2020 and has now been resolved with this settlement.
Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Huan Zheng Fang and Zhourong Fang against the City and County of San Francisco for $2,000,000; the lawsuit was filed on May 18, 2020, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-20-584474; entitled Huan Zheng Fang, et al. v. City and County of San Francisco, et al.; the lawsuit involves the wrongful death of plaintiffs’ husband and son.
This ordinance authorizes the City and County of San Francisco to settle a lawsuit for $135,000 related to a personal injury claim from a motor vehicle accident. The lawsuit was filed by Christina and Jeremy Yiu in December 2019.
Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Christina Yiu and Jeremy Yiu against the City and County of San Francisco for $135,000; the lawsuit was filed on December 4, 2019, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-19-581298; entitled Christina Yiu, et al. v. City and County of San Francisco, et al.; the lawsuit involves alleged personal injury arising from a motor vehicle accident.
This resolution approves a three-year extension of a lease for FBI offices at the International Terminal, increasing the annual rent to $665,489, totaling $1,996,467 for the extension period. The new lease term will end on January 3, 2025, pending Board of Supervisors approval.
Resolution approving Modification No. 2 of Lease No. GS-09P-LCA03395, between the United States (U.S.) of America and the City and County of San Francisco, acting by and through its Airport Commission, to extend the term by three years, for a new term ending January 3, 2025, and increasing the annual rent to $665,489 totaling $1,996,467 for the extension term, for offices occupied by the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation at the International Terminal, to commence following approval by the Board of Supervisors.
This resolution approves a three-year extension of the ground lease between San Francisco and United Airlines, including rent adjustments and updates to legal provisions. It will take effect only after receiving approval from the Board of Supervisors.
Resolution approving Modification No. 3 to Ground Lease No. 00-0464 between the City and County of San Francisco, acting by and through its Airport Commission, and United Airlines, Inc. to extend the term by three years, provide for rent adjustments during the extension term, and update certain legal provisions required by applicable local, state, and federal laws, as defined herein, to take effect only after approval by the Board of Supervisors.
This resolution approves a three-year extension of the ground lease between San Francisco and United Airlines, including rent adjustments and updates to legal provisions. It will take effect only after receiving approval from the Board of Supervisors.
Resolution approving Modification No. 1 to Ground Lease No. 96-0268 between the City and County of San Francisco, acting by and through its Airport Commission, and United Airlines, Inc. to extend the term by three years, provide for rent adjustments during the extension term, and update certain legal provisions required by applicable local, state, and federal laws, as defined herein, to take effect only after approval by the Board of Supervisors.
This resolution allows the San Francisco Unified School District to issue and sell up to $284.25 million in General Obligation Bonds to fund school projects. It also approves the terms of the sale and necessary agreements related to the bonds.
Resolution authorizing the issuance and sale of bonds of the San Francisco Unified School District; prescribing the terms of sale of not to exceed $284,250,000 of said General Obligation Bonds, Election of 2016, Series C, by a negotiated sale; approving the form of a Bond Purchase Agreement; approving the forms of one or more paying Agent Agreements; and authorizing the execution of necessary documents and certificates relating to such bonds, as defined herein.
This ordinance allows the Sheriff to hire private individuals and companies to provide additional law enforcement services for retail and commercial businesses. It aims to enhance security in these establishments.
Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to authorize the Sheriff to contract with private individuals and private entities to provide supplemental law enforcement services to retail and commercial establishments.
This ordinance requires landlords to give tenants written notice and a chance to fix issues before evicting them for certain reasons, except in cases of immediate health or safety threats or unpaid COVID-19 rent. It also states that local eviction protections are stronger than state laws.
Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to require landlords pursuing certain types of evictions to first provide their tenants written notice and an opportunity to cure, unless the eviction is based on an imminent health or safety issue or the non-payment of COVID-19 rental debt; and making findings that the eviction protections in the Rent Ordinance are more protective than those found in State law pursuant to California Civil Code, Section 1946.2.
The ordinance authorizes the City and County of San Francisco to settle a lawsuit for $315,000 related to a personal injury claim from a vehicle collision. This lawsuit was filed by Andrea Gansheimer in January 2020.
Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Andrea Gansheimer against the City and County of San Francisco for $315,000; the lawsuit was filed on January 23, 2020, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-20-582426; entitled Andrea Gansheimer v. City and County of San Francisco, et al.; the lawsuit involves alleged personal injury from vehicle collision.
This ordinance allows the Sheriff to hire private individuals and companies to provide additional law enforcement services for retail and commercial businesses. It aims to enhance security in these areas.
Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to authorize the Sheriff to contract with private individuals and private entities to provide supplemental law enforcement services to retail and commercial establishments.
This ordinance allocates $3,630,632 from the General Reserve and $5,098,123 from other revenue to the Department of Elections to cover unexpected expenses from elections in the fiscal year 2021-2022. It requires a two-thirds vote approval from the Board of Supervisors to pass.
Ordinance appropriating $3,630,632 from the General Reserve and $5,098,123 from other revenue to the Department of Elections to support additional costs from unforeseen elections in (FY) 2021-2022; this Ordinance requires a two-thirds approval vote of all members of the Board of Supervisors, pursuant to Charter, Section 9.113(c).
This motion confirms the appointment of Jesus Gabriel Yanez to the Police Commission, with his term set to end on April 30, 2025. The motion has been passed by the city.
Motion confirming the appointment of Jesus Gabriel Yanez, term ending April 30, 2025, to the Police Commission.
This motion establishes July 1, 2022, as the date when the Sanitation and Streets Commission will begin its transition, leading to the creation of the Sanitation and Streets Department three months later. This change is part of a restructuring effort outlined in the city charter.
Motion setting July 1, 2022, as the Transition Date, pursuant to Charter, Section 4.139(d), for purposes of establishing the Sanitation and Streets Commission; the Sanitation and Streets Department will come into existence three months after the Transition Date.
This motion reverses the Planning Commission's approval of the environmental report for the 469 Stevenson Street project. As a result, the project may face additional reviews or changes before moving forward.
Motion adopting findings to reverse the Planning Commission’s certification of the Final Environmental Impact Report prepared for the proposed 469 Stevenson Street project.
This legislation is a hearing to investigate whether Board of Appeals Member Darryl Honda failed to disclose any conflicts of interest in his actions. It requests that Honda provide information during this inquiry.
Hearing to exercise the Board of Supervisors’ unlimited power of inquiry in the pursuit of information on the potential failure to disclose conflicts of interest in the actions of Board of Appeals Member, Darryl Honda; and requesting Board Member Honda to report.
This resolution approves an agreement that requires certain affordable housing projects in San Francisco to connect to the electric grid for at least ten years. The agreement will take effect after receiving approval from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
Resolution approving an agreement between the City and County of San Francisco and Pacific Gas and Electric Company establishing requirements for certain affordable housing projects to connect to the electric grid for a term of ten or more years, to commence following approval by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
This ordinance requires the Police Department and the District Attorney to submit quarterly reports on domestic violence cases and abuse against minors to city officials. It also mandates the District Attorney to report on the number of crime victims who received services.
Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to require the Police Department and the District Attorney to submit quarterly reports to the Board of Supervisors, the Mayor, and various City departments regarding the number of cases of domestic violence and cases involving certain types of abuse against minors, and to require the District Attorney to submit quarterly reports to the Board of Supervisors, the Mayor, and various City departments regarding the total number of crime victims to whom the District Attorney has provided or made documented efforts to provide services.
This motion approves the Mayor's choice of Stephanie Cajina to serve on the Municipal Transportation Agency Board of Directors until March 1, 2022. The motion has been passed.
Motion approving the Mayor’s nomination for the appointment of Stephanie Cajina to the Municipal Transportation Agency Board of Directors, for a term ending March 1, 2022.
This legislation outlines a hearing where the Mayor will discuss two topics: the Dream Keeper Initiative from District 10 and self-referrals to congregate shelters from District 11. The Mayor will have five minutes to speak initially, followed by a structured Q&A session.
Pursuant to Charter, Sections 2.103 and 3.100(7), and Administrative Code, Section 2.11, the Mayor shall discuss the following eligible topic submitted from the Supervisors representing Districts 10 and 11. The Mayor may address the Board initially for up to five minutes. Discussion shall not exceed two minutes per question or answer. 1. Dream Keeper Initiative Follow-Up (District 10) 2. Self Referrals to Congregate Shelters (District 11)
This motion appoints Chris Dillon to the Commission on the Aging Advisory Council, with his term set to end on March 31, 2023. The motion has been passed.
Motion appointing Chris Dillon, term ending March 31, 2023, to the Commission on the Aging Advisory Council.
This motion establishes the 2022 meeting schedule for the Board of Supervisors, canceling specific regular meetings and all meetings during designated breaks. It also modifies certain rules to improve the efficiency of the meeting schedule.
Motion establishing the 2022 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 18, February 22, May 31, June 21, July 5, October 4, October 11, and November 22; and all Regular Board and Committee meetings during the spring, summer and winter breaks from March 28 through April 1, August 1 through September 5, and December 14, 2022 through January 6, 2023; 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 establishes a fixed two-year budget cycle for the Airport, Port, and Public Utilities Commission for the fiscal years 2022-2023 and 2023-2024. It also defines key terms and sets specific deadlines for budget-related processes.
Resolution adopting a fixed two-year budgetary cycle for the following various City departments: Airport, Port, and Public Utilities Commission for Fiscal Years (FYs) 2022-2023 and 2023-2024; defining terms; and setting deadlines.
This motion approves Nancy Hom's nomination to the Treasury Oversight Committee for a term that ended on June 17, 2022. The motion has been passed by the city.
Motion approving the Treasurer’s nomination of Nancy Hom, for a term ending June 17, 2022, to the Treasury Oversight Committee.
This ordinance aims to broaden the definition of "interested party" to include City contractors and those trying to influence City officials, while also banning certain officials from soliciting payments from these parties. It is currently awaiting action from a committee.
Ordinance amending the Campaign and Governmental Conduct Code to expand the definition of interested party to include City contractors, persons seeking to influence City officers and employees, registered contact lobbyists, permit consultants, and to prohibit elected officials, department heads, commissioners, and designated employees from soliciting behested payments from interested parties.
The ordinance creates the Housing Innovation Program to provide financial support and resources for low- and moderate-income residents, including loans for property owners to build additional housing units and assistance for tenants at risk of displacement. It also offers grants for organizations to promote homeownership education and develop innovative housing designs.
Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to create the Housing Innovation Program to develop, finance, and support certain additional housing opportunities for low-income and moderate-income residents, including loans and technical assistance for certain low-income and moderate-income property owners to construct accessory dwelling units or other new units on their property, subject to certain conditions, loans for certain low-income and moderate-income tenants who are at risk of displacement and licensed childcare providers, and grants for organizations to create marketing and educational materials about wealth-building and homeownership for residents who have been historically disadvantaged and to develop creative construction design prototypes for low-income and moderate-income residents.
This ordinance requires the Police Commission, Police Department, and Department of Police Accountability to provide quarterly reports on the number and status of requests for non-confidential police personnel records. It aims to increase transparency regarding police accountability and record accessibility.
Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to require the Police Commission, Police Department, and Department of Police Accountability to report quarterly on the number and status of requests for production of non-confidential peace officer personnel records.