Legislation

This legislation changes the term limits for the Mayor and Members of the Board of Supervisors from two consecutive terms to lifetime limits. It will be voted on in an election scheduled for June 2, 2026.

Charter Amendment (First Draft) to amend the Charter of the City and County of San Francisco to change the current two-term limits for the office of Mayor and the office of Member of the Board of Supervisors from consecutive term limits to lifetime term limits; at an election to be held on June 2, 2026.

The ordinance establishes the Fisherman’s Wharf Entertainment Zone, which includes specific streets in the area to promote entertainment and activities. It also confirms that the Planning Department's environmental assessment complies with California regulations.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to create the Fisherman’s Wharf Entertainment Zone, on Powell Street from The Embarcadero to Beach Street; The Embarcadero from Powell to Taylor Streets; Taylor Street from The Embarcadero to Jefferson Street; Jefferson Street from Taylor to Hyde Streets; Beach Street from Hyde to Polk Streets; Polk Street from Beach to North Point Streets; North Point Street from Polk to Larkin Streets; Larkin Street from North Point to Beach Streets; Beach Street from Larkin to Powell Streets; and Al Scoma Way; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

This ordinance requires the Department of Public Works to evaluate and report on mechanical street sweeping operations regularly, including submitting performance reports to the Board of Supervisors and the Mayor. It also updates the Health Code regarding refuse receptacle requirements and affirms the Planning Department's compliance with environmental regulations.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to require the Department of Public Works to perform evaluations and report periodically on mechanical street sweeping operations, including submittal of written performance reports to the Board of Supervisors and the Mayor; amending the Health Code to revise and clarify outdated terms concerning refuse receptacle requirements; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

The ordinance creates a Reparations Fund in San Francisco to provide financial support for initiatives aimed at addressing historical injustices and inequities faced by the Black community. It amends the Administrative Code to formalize this fund's establishment and management.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to establish the Reparations Fund.

This resolution approves an increase of $7 million to a contract with GEI Consultants for engineering services related to dam and reservoir projects, raising the total contract amount to $18 million. The work includes design services for the Moccasin Dam and planning for the O’Shaughnessy Dam, scheduled to start in April 2020 and estimated to be completed by April 2031.

Resolution approving and authorizing the General Manager of the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission to execute Amendment No. 1 to Contract No. PRO.0138.B, Engineering Services for Dams and Reservoirs, with GEI Consultants, Inc., increasing the contract amount by $7,000,000 for a new not to exceed contract amount of $18,000,000, with no change to the contract duration, with work starting in April 2020 and an estimated completion date of April 2031, to add design services for the Moccasin Dam and Reservoir Long Term Improvement Project and planning and design services to the O’Shaughnessy Dam Outlet Works Phase II Project under the Hetch Hetchy Water Capital Improvement Program, pursuant to Charter, Section 9.118.

This resolution approves a contract between Nibello LLC, the owners of 331 Pennsylvania Avenue, and the city to preserve the historical status of the property. It also allows the Planning Director and Assessor-Recorder to finalize and document the agreement.

Resolution approving a historical property contract between Nibello LLC, the owners of 331 Pennsylvania Avenue, and the City and County of San Francisco, under Administrative Code, Chapter 71; and authorizing the Planning Director and the Assessor-Recorder to execute and record the historical property contract.

This ordinance requires notaries and those assisting with immigration documents to provide a city-prepared list of free or low-cost immigration legal services and consulates. It also allows the Human Rights Commission to help individuals file complaints against notaries or immigration consultants who may have violated legal requirements.

Ordinance amending the Police Code to require that individuals who notarize or assist people in completing immigration documents offer a document prepared by the City that identifies free or low-cost immigration legal services providers and consulates; and to authorize the Human Rights Commission to provide assistance to members of the public who wish to file a complaint with a state licensing or enforcement entity against a notary or immigration consultant who allegedly violated legal requirements applicable to their activities.

The ordinance allows developers to meet street tree planting requirements by paying a fee or providing alternative landscaping, exempts accessory dwelling units from these requirements, and streamlines the process for tree removals by City departments. It also updates reporting requirements for in lieu fees and creates a separate account for these fees within the Adopt-A-Tree Fund.

Ordinance amending the Public Works Code to allow development projects to satisfy street tree planting requirements through payment of an in lieu fee or providing alternative landscaping; exempt accessory dwelling units from street tree planting requirements; eliminate appeals to the Board of Appeals and the Director of the Department of Public Works for hazardous tree removals undertaken by City departments and commissions; amending the Administrative Code to specify a separate account within the Adopt-A-Tree Fund to receive in lieu fees for street tree requirements; amending the Planning Code to update street tree applicability requirements; amending the Business and Tax Regulations Code to prescribe timeframes for the hearing and decision on appeals of certain street tree removals to the Board of Appeals; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and making public necessity, convenience, and welfare findings under Planning Code, Section 302.

This ordinance authorizes the City to settle a lawsuit for $140,000 related to a personal injury claim filed by Bruno Mincin against the City for an incident on a sidewalk. The lawsuit was filed in June 2024 in San Francisco Superior Court.

Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Bruno Mincin against the City and County of San Francisco for $140,000; the lawsuit was filed on June 25, 2024, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-24-615897; entitled Bruno Mincin v. City and County of San Francisco, et al; the lawsuit involves alleged personal injury on a City sidewalk.

The ordinance eliminates the Folsom Street Entertainment Zone and establishes the West SoMa Entertainment Zone, defining specific streets included in this new area. It also confirms the Planning Department's compliance with environmental regulations.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to eliminate the Folsom Street Entertainment Zone and create the West SoMa Entertainment Zone, to include the following streets: Folsom Street, between 12th and Russ Streets; Hallam Street, between Folsom Street and Brush Place; Langton Street, between Folsom Street and Decker Alley; Russ Street, between Minna and Folsom Streets; 7th Street between Folsom and Harrison Streets; 8th Street between Folsom and Harrison Streets; Harrison Street between 7th and 13th Streets; 12th Street between Harrison and Folsom Streets; 11th Street between Harrison and Folsom Streets; 10th Street between Harrison and Howard Streets; Howard Street between 10th and 11th Streets; Dore Street between Folsom and Sheridan Streets; 9th Street between Harrison and Folsom Streets; Ringgold Street between 8th and 9th Streets; and Heron Street between 8th Street and Berwick Place; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

This ordinance allocates $4,508,500 from state reimbursement funds to the Department of Elections for expenses related to the November 2025 Special Election. It requires a two-thirds vote from the Board of Supervisors to approve $4,178,500 of that amount.

Ordinance appropriating $4,508,500 of State cost reimbursement revenue to the Department of Elections to support costs associated with the Statewide November 2025 Special Election in Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-2026; this Ordinance requires a two-thirds approval vote of all members of the Board of Supervisors for $4,178,500 pursuant to Charter, Section 9.113(c).

This legislation outlines a hearing where the Mayor will discuss topics submitted by Supervisors, specifically addressing the Fentanyl State of Emergency Ordinance for District 5. The Mayor will have five minutes to speak initially, followed by a two-minute limit for each question and answer during the discussion.

Pursuant to Charter, Sections 2.103 and 3.100(7), and Administrative Code, Section 2.11, the Mayor shall discuss eligible topics submitted from the Supervisors. The Mayor may address the Board initially for up to five minutes. Discussion shall not exceed two minutes per question or answer. The following topic was noticed on the agenda representing District 5: 1. Fentanyl State of Emergency Ordinance

This motion approves the Mayor's appointment of Mahsa Hakimi to the Successor Agency Commission, which focuses on community investment and infrastructure. Her term will last until November 3, 2028.

Motion approving the Mayor’s nomination for appointment of Mahsa Hakimi to the Successor Agency Commission (commonly known as the Commission on Community Investment and Infrastructure), term ending November 3, 2028.

This motion appoints Jose Edimilson Sobral to the Assessment Appeals Board No. 2, with his term set to end on September 6, 2027. The motion has been passed by the city legislature.

Motion appointing Jose Edimilson Sobral, term ending September 6, 2027, to the Assessment Appeals Board No. 2.

This motion appoints Sharon Wai Sum Lai and Cynthia Alvarez to the Housing Authority Commission in San Francisco. Their terms will be determined later.

Motion appointing Sharon Wai Sum Lai and Cynthia Alvarez, to the Housing Authority of the City and County of San Francisco Board of Commissioners (Housing Authority Commission), terms to be determined.

This resolution urges the Recreation and Parks Commission to officially name a street in Golden Gate Park after Claude the Alligator. The proposal has been passed and is now a formal request for the naming.

Resolution urging the Recreation and Parks Commission to commemoratively name a street in Golden Gate Park “Claude the Alligator Way.”

This motion confirms the Mayor's reappointment of Carmen Chu as City Administrator for a five-year term. It follows the requirements set out in the city charter.

Motion confirming the Mayoral reappointment of Carmen Chu as City Administrator, for a five-year term beginning on the effective date of this Motion, pursuant to Charter, Section 3.104.

This ordinance expands the definition of tax-exempt entities related to use fees and updates the notification process for film production activities that may disrupt parking or traffic. It also revises definitions and amounts for the film rebate program and allows the Executive Director to license the use of the Film SF logo and trademarks on merchandise.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to expand the definition of tax exempt entities for use fees, updating the process for notification guidelines concerning film production activities that may cause parking or traffic obstructions, updating definitions for the film rebate program, updating the film rebate amounts, and authorizing the Executive Director to enter into licensing agreements for the use of the Film SF logo and other Film Commission trademarks on merchandise.

This resolution accepts the Biannual Surveillance Report from the Juvenile Probation Department, which provides updates on its activities and compliance with regulations. It is part of the city's efforts to ensure transparency and accountability in juvenile justice practices.

Resolution accepting the Biannual Surveillance Report under Administrative Code, Section 19B.6, for the Juvenile Probation Department.

This ordinance changes the schedule for reporting Capital Expenditure Plans from odd-numbered years to even-numbered years. The next report will be due on March 1, 2028.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code by changing the reporting requirement for Capital Expenditure Plans from odd years to even years, with the next report due March 1, 2028.

This ordinance prohibits unauthorized use of City property and restricts City officials from allowing such use if it disrupts operations or access to services, unless it serves a City purpose. It also clarifies that civil immigration enforcement is not considered a City purpose and empowers the City Attorney to take legal action against unauthorized users.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to prohibit the use of City property without the City’s authorization, except for uses traditionally available to the public without authorization; prohibit any City official or employee from authorizing the use of City property if that use would disrupt City operations or discourage access to City services, unless the use furthers a City purpose; stating that civil immigration enforcement is not a City purpose; and authorizing the City Attorney to bring a cause of action against anyone that uses City property for an unlawful or unauthorized purpose.

This resolution sends an amendment to the City’s Local Coastal Program to the California Coastal Commission for approval, which includes the Family Zoning Plan. It also confirms that the Planning Department has met the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act.

Resolution transmitting to the California Coastal Commission for review and certification an amendment to the Implementation Program and Land Use Plan of the City’s certified Local Coastal Program to implement the Family Zoning Plan; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

This ordinance establishes the Fillmore Entertainment Zone, which is designated for entertainment activities along specific sections of Fillmore Street and O'Farrell Street. It also confirms that the Planning Department's assessment complies with environmental regulations.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to create the Fillmore Entertainment Zone, on Fillmore Street between Sutter and McAllister Streets and O’Farrell Street between Steiner and Fillmore Streets; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

This ordinance repeals the existing 2022 Plumbing Code and replaces it with a new 2025 Plumbing Code that aligns with the 2025 California Plumbing Code, with specific amendments for San Francisco. It will take effect on January 1, 2026, and the Clerk of the Board will send it to the California Building Standards Commission as required.

Ordinance repealing the 2022 Plumbing Code in its entirety and enacting a 2025 Plumbing Code consisting of the 2025 California Plumbing Code as amended by San Francisco; adopting environmental findings and findings of local conditions under the California Health and Safety Code; providing an operative date of January 1, 2026; and directing the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors to forward the Ordinance to the California Building Standards Commission as required by State law.

This ordinance repeals the 2022 Mechanical Code and replaces it with the 2025 Mechanical Code, which includes specific amendments for San Francisco. It will take effect on January 1, 2026, and the Clerk will send it to the California Building Standards Commission as required by state law.

Ordinance repealing the 2022 Mechanical Code in its entirety and enacting a 2025 Mechanical Code consisting of the 2025 California Mechanical Code as amended by San Francisco; adopting environmental findings and findings of local conditions under the California Health and Safety Code; providing an operative date of January 1, 2026; and directing the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors to forward the Ordinance to the California Building Standards Commission as required by State law.

This ordinance repeals the 2022 Electrical Code and replaces it with the 2025 Electrical Code, which includes specific amendments for San Francisco. It will take effect on January 1, 2026, and the Clerk of the Board will send it to the California Building Standards Commission as required by state law.

Ordinance repealing the 2022 Electrical Code in its entirety and enacting a 2025 Electrical Code consisting of the 2025 California Electrical Code as amended by San Francisco; adopting environmental findings and findings of local conditions under the California Health and Safety Code; providing an operative date of January 1, 2026; and directing the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors to forward the Ordinance to the California Building Standards Commission as required by State law.

This ordinance repeals the existing 2022 Green Building Code and replaces it with a new 2025 Green Building Code that aligns with California's updated standards, effective January 1, 2026. It also includes necessary environmental and local condition findings and mandates the Clerk to submit the ordinance to the California Building Standards Commission.

Ordinance repealing the 2022 Green Building Code in its entirety and enacting a 2025 Green Building Code consisting of the 2025 California Green Building Standards Code as amended by San Francisco; adopting environmental findings, findings of local conditions under the California Health and Safety Code, and findings under the California Public Resources Code; providing for an operative date of January 1, 2026; and directing the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors to forward the Ordinance to the California Building Standards Commission as required by State law.

This ordinance repeals the current 2022 Existing Building Code and replaces it with a new 2025 Existing Building Code, which aligns with the updated California standards and includes local amendments. It will take effect on January 1, 2026, and the Board of Supervisors will send it to the California Building Standards Commission as required.

Ordinance repealing the 2022 Existing Building Code in its entirety and enacting a 2025 Existing Building Code consisting of the 2025 California Existing Building Code as amended by San Francisco; adopting environmental findings and findings of local conditions under the California Health and Safety Code; providing for an operative date of January 1, 2026; and directing the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors to forward the Ordinance to the California Building Standards Commission as required by State law.

This ordinance proposes to raise the fees for filing and for each word in paid ballot arguments in San Francisco's Municipal Elections Code. It is currently awaiting action from the committee.

Ordinance amending the Municipal Elections Code to increase the filing fee and per word fee for paid ballot arguments.

This motion aimed to approve a Conditional Use Authorization for a project at 350 Amber Drive, including environmental and planning consistency findings. However, the motion was ultimately killed and did not proceed.

Motion approving the decision of the Planning Commission by its Motion No. 21825, approving a Conditional Use Authorization, identified as Planning Case No. 2024-004318CUA, for a proposed project located at 350 Amber Drive; making environmental findings; and making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.

This motion disapproves the Planning Commission's earlier approval for a Conditional Use Authorization for a project at 350 Amber Drive. As a result, the project cannot proceed as planned.

Motion disapproving the decision of the Planning Commission by its Motion No. 21825, approving a Conditional Use Authorization, identified as Planning Case No. 2024-004318CUA, for a proposed project at 350 Amber Drive.

This motion establishes the schedule for the Board of Supervisors' regular meetings in 2026, including the cancellation of specific meetings and breaks during which no meetings will occur. It also temporarily suspends certain rules to facilitate the new schedule.

Motion establishing the 2026 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 20, February 17, May 26, September 8, October 13 and November 24; and all Regular Board and Committee meetings during the spring, summer, and winter breaks beginning March 30 through April 3, 2026 (returning on April 6, 2026), beginning August 3 through August 28, 2026 (returning on August 31, 2026), and beginning December 16, 2026, through January 7, 2027 (returning on January 8, 2027); 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 ordinance authorizes the City and County of San Francisco to settle a lawsuit for $70,000 related to a personal injury claim from a vehicle collision. The lawsuit was filed by Edwin Jesus Rementeria Hidalgo against the city and an individual on September 9, 2024.

Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Edwin Jesus Rementeria Hidalgo against the City and County of San Francisco for $70,000; the lawsuit was filed on September 9, 2024, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-24-617912; entitled Edwin Jesus Rementeria Hidalgo v. City and County of San Francisco and Drew Raymond Jackson; the lawsuit involves alleged personal injury from a vehicle collision.

The ordinance authorizes the City and County of San Francisco to settle a lawsuit for $900,000 related to an alleged sexual assault by a City employee. This settlement resolves the case filed by R.C. in January 2022.

Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by R.C. against the City and County of San Francisco for $900,000; the lawsuit was filed on January 5, 2022, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-22-597432; entitled R.C. v. City and County of San Francisco, et al.); the lawsuit involves an alleged sexual assault by a City employee.

This ordinance allocates over $9 billion from revenue bonds for capital improvement projects at the Airport Commission for the fiscal year 2025-2026. It also sets aside the same amount in the Controller's Reserve until the funds are received.

Ordinance appropriating $9,016,051,176 of proceeds from the sale of revenue bonds or commercial paper for capital improvement projects to the Airport Commission for FY2025-2026; and placing $9,016,051,176 on Controller's Reserve pending receipt of proceeds of indebtedness.

This hearing will discuss the progress of a study on electric vehicle curbside charging in San Francisco and the pilot program's status. It will also outline the next steps for creating a larger public EV charging program and request reports from relevant city agencies.

Hearing on the status of San Francisco's Electric Vehicle (EV) Curbside Charging Feasibility Study, status of the EV Curbside Charging Pilot, next steps for implementation of a scalable public EV Curbside Charging Program; and requesting Municipal Transportation Agency, Department of Environment, Public Works, and Public Utilities Commission to report.

This motion appoints LaShonti Woods to the Our City, Our Home Oversight Committee, with her term set to end on April 22, 2027. The motion has been passed.

Motion appointing LaShonti Woods, term ending April 22, 2027, to the Our City, Our Home Oversight Committee.

The ordinance authorizes the City to settle a lawsuit for $225,000 related to a personal injury claim by Landis Smith on a City sidewalk. This settlement resolves the legal dispute without further litigation.

Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Landis Smith against the City and County of San Francisco for $225,000; the lawsuit was filed on April 4, 2024, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-24-613660; entitled Landis Smith v. City and County of San Francisco, et al.; the lawsuit involves alleged personal injury on a City sidewalk.

This ordinance authorizes the City and County of San Francisco to settle a lawsuit for $125,000 related to a personal injury claim from a vehicle collision. The lawsuit was filed by Telesia Telsee on May 2, 2023.

Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Telesia Telsee against the City and County of San Francisco for $125,000; the lawsuit was filed on May 2, 2023, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-23-606217; entitled Telesia Telsee v. City and County of San Francisco, et al.; the lawsuit involves alleged personal injury from a vehicle collision.

The ordinance authorizes the City to settle a lawsuit for $801,000 related to personal injuries claimed by Nina Saltman and James Milton Bullock due to a dangerous condition on a public sidewalk. The lawsuit was filed in April 2024 in San Francisco Superior Court.

Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Nina Saltman and James Milton Bullock against the City and County of San Francisco for $801,000; the lawsuit was filed on April 25, 2024, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-24-614213; entitled Nina Saltman, et al. v. City and County of San Francisco, et al.; the lawsuit involves alleged personal injuries arising from an alleged dangerous condition of public property on a City sidewalk.

The ordinance authorizes the City and County of San Francisco to settle a lawsuit with Bryn Miller for $95,000 related to a personal injury from a vehicle collision. The lawsuit was filed in April 2024 in San Francisco Superior Court.

Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Bryn Miller against the City and County of San Francisco for $95,000; the lawsuit was filed on April 30, 2024, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-24-614320; entitled Bryn Miller v. City and County of San Francisco, et al.; the lawsuit involves an alleged personal injury arising from a vehicle collision.

This hearing is set to review and discuss various proposals for potential future uses of Alcatraz Island. It aims to gather input and ideas from the public and stakeholders on how to transform the island.

[Mock] Hearing to review and discuss proposals for transforming Alcatraz Island for future uses.

This motion appoints Jeffrey Jonathan Morris and Nicholas Goldman to the Assessment Appeals Board No. 1, with their terms set to end on September 4, 2028. The motion has been passed and is now official.

Motion appointing Jeffrey Jonathan Morris and Nicholas Goldman, terms ending September 4, 2028, to the Assessment Appeals Board No. 1.

This motion reappoints John Lee, Mervin Conlan, and Susan Elizabeth Miller to the Assessment Appeals Board No. 2, with their terms set to end on September 4, 2028. The motion has been passed by the city.

Motion reappointing John Lee, Mervin Conlan, and Susan Elizabeth Miller, terms ending September 4, 2028, to the Assessment Appeals Board No. 2.

This motion appoints Franco Cirelli, James Reynolds, and Kristine Nelson to the Assessment Appeals Board No. 3, with their terms set to end on September 4, 2028. The board handles appeals related to property assessments in San Francisco.

Motion appointing Franco Cirelli, James Reynolds, and Kristine Nelson, terms ending September 4, 2028, to the Assessment Appeals Board No. 3.

This motion approves the nomination of Robin Abad Ocubillo to the Board of Appeals, where he will serve until July 1, 2026. The motion was initiated by Rafael Mandelman, the President of the Board of Supervisors.

Motion approving the President of the Board of Supervisors Rafael Mandelman’s nomination of Robin Abad Ocubillo for appointment to the Board of Appeals, for a term ending July 1, 2026.

This resolution establishes a fixed two-year budget cycle for the Airport, Port, and Public Utilities Commission for the fiscal years 2026-2027 and 2027-2028. It also defines specific terms and sets deadlines related to the budgeting process for these departments.

Resolution adopting a fixed two-year budgetary cycle for the following City departments: Airport, Port, and Public Utilities Commission for Fiscal Years 2026-2027 and 2027-2028; and defining terms and setting deadlines.

This resolution approves the Police Commission's Statement of Purpose, which outlines its role and responsibilities in overseeing the police department. It was passed in accordance with the city's charter requirements.

Resolution approving the Police Commission’s Statement of Purpose, pursuant to Charter, Section 4.102(2).

This resolution reaffirms San Francisco's commitment to the WATCH Act, which protects individual privacy and civil liberties against state or federal information requests. It emphasizes the city's dedication to upholding constitutional rights.

Resolution reaffirming the City and County of San Francisco’s commitment to the WATCH Act (Administrative Code, Article IV) and the protection of individual privacy, civil liberties, and constitutional rights in response to state or federal information requests.