Legislation
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Showing Honorary / Symbolic · Dec 2021 legislation (30).
This motion provides an update on how the Board of Supervisors is addressing specific recommendations from a Civil Grand Jury report regarding improvements to the city's emergency firefighting water system. It has been officially passed by the Board.
Motion responding to the Civil Grand Jury’s request to provide a status update on the Board of Supervisor’s response to Recommendation Nos. R1, R2, R3, R6, R7, and R8 contained in the 2018-2019 Civil Grand Jury Report, entitled “Act Now Before it is Too Late: Aggressively Expand and Enhance Our High-Pressure Emergency Firefighting Water System.”
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 resolution urges the San Francisco Superior Court to prioritize criminal trials and open more courtrooms to protect the rights of defendants and victims to a speedy trial. It has been passed by the city legislature.
Resolution urging the San Francisco Superior Court to prioritize assignment of criminal trials and safely open more courtrooms to ensure that the speedy trial rights of both defendants and victims are upheld.
This resolution officially designates December 30, 2021, as "Jodi Schwartz LYRIC Day" in San Francisco to honor her 15 years of leadership as Executive Director of LYRIC. It acknowledges her contributions to the community and the organization.
Resolution declaring December 30, 2021, as “Jodi Schwartz LYRIC Day” in the City and County of San Francisco, in recognition of her significant accomplishments over fifteen years as Executive Director of LYRIC.
This resolution urges the U.S. Senate to approve the Convention on the Elimination of all forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW), which aims to promote gender equality and protect women's rights. It reflects San Francisco's commitment to supporting women's rights on a national level.
Resolution urging the United States Senate to ratify the Convention on the Elimination of all forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW).
This resolution urges the San Francisco Planning Director to enhance the State Density Bonus application process by requiring project sponsors to submit a verified financial analysis from a qualified third-party consultant. The goal is to improve clarity and effectiveness in the application process.
Resolution urging the San Francisco Planning Director to improve the clarity and effectiveness of the State Density Bonus application process by amending Director Bulletin No. 6 to require that project sponsors submit a financial analysis that has been evaluated and confirmed by a qualified third-party consultant, as determined by the Planning Department.
This motion addresses the Mayor's December 2021 declaration of a local emergency due to rising drug overdoses in the Tenderloin, either agreeing with or retracting that declaration. It is currently filed and awaiting further action.
Motion concurring/withdrawing concurrence 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.
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.
The ordinance updates zoning rules for massage establishments in San Francisco, including reclassifying sole practitioner massage services and aligning their regulations with health services. It also introduces restrictions on personal services at locations where massage establishments were closed due to violations and removes certain outdated provisions.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to revise Massage Establishment zoning controls, including, among other things, to: 1) add Sole Practitioner Massage Establishments to the definition of Health Services in Articles 1 and 8 and remove it from the definition of Massage Establishments; 2) regulate Massage Establishments generally consistent with Health Services, with some exceptions; 3) eliminate the three-month period to establish abandonment of certain nonconforming Massage Establishment uses; 4) prohibit Personal Services uses for three years at any location where a Massage Establishment use was closed due to a violation of the Planning Code or Health Code; 5) eliminate the exception from the conditional use authorization requirement for massage uses accessory to a dwelling unit; 6) rename Medical Services to Health Services in Article 8 and make other conforming amendments; and 7) delete related provisions that have expired through the passage of time; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1, and public necessity, convenience, and general welfare findings pursuant to Planning Code, Section 302.
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 ordinance removes the need for a Conditional Use permit when changing the use of an automobile service station to another type of business. It also updates zoning regulations and confirms that the changes align with environmental and planning policies.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to remove the Conditional Use requirement to change the use of an Automobile Service Station or Automotive Use to another use, and amend zoning control tables to reflect this change; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making findings of consistency with the General Plan and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and making findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare as required by Planning Code, Section 302.
This motion supports the Board of Supervisors' decision to disapprove a Planning Commission approval for a proposed development project at 450-474 O’Farrell Street and 532 Jones Street. It formally adopts findings that justify this disapproval.
Motion adopting findings in support of the Board of Supervisors’ disapproval of the decision of the Planning Commission by its Motion No. 20935, approving a Planned Unit Development and Conditional Use Authorization, identified as Planning Case No. 2013.1535CUA-02, for a proposed project located at 450-474 O’Farrell Street and 532 Jones Street.
This motion confirms the Board of Supervisors' decision to deny a Conditional Use Authorization for a project at 249 Texas Street. It officially adopts the findings that support this disapproval.
Motion adopting findings in support of the Board of Supervisors’ decision to disapprove a Conditional Use Authorization, identified as Planning Case No. 2020-003223CUA, for a proposed project at 249 Texas Street.
This motion approves the final map for a six-unit condominium project at 18-28 Turk Murphy Lane and confirms it aligns with the city's General Plan and planning policies. It has passed and is now officially authorized for development.
Motion approving Final Map No. 10240, a six residential unit condominium project, located at 18-28 Turk Murphy Lane, being a subdivision of Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0147, Lot No. 022; and adopting findings pursuant to the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.
This resolution urges the Municipal Transportation Agency to create a plan that ensures clear access for pedestrians to public transit by removing parking at bus stops and making needed infrastructure upgrades. It has been passed and is now a directive for the MTA to follow.
Resolution urging the Municipal Transportation Agency (MTA) to develop and implement a plan to promote unobstructed pedestrian access for boarding public transit by eliminating parking in bus stops and making other necessary infrastructure improvements.
This resolution encourages the San Francisco Federal Credit Union to work with the SFMTA to establish fair prices for taxi medallions, consider loan forgiveness for medallion holders, and implement other necessary reforms. It has been officially passed by the city.
Resolution urging the San Francisco Federal Credit Union to collaborate with the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) on agreeable medallion prices, loan forgiveness for medallion holders, and other reforms.
This resolution urges the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency to prioritize safety improvements in areas around playgrounds, school zones, and senior zones, and to implement changes allowed by Assembly Bill 43 by the end of 2022. It aims to enhance pedestrian safety and reduce traffic-related injuries in these key areas.
Resolution urging the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) to prioritize and expedite Vision Zero improvements around playgrounds, school zones, and senior zones; and to urge the SFMTA to implement newly allowed changes by Assembly Bill (AB) 43 by December 31, 2022.
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 urges Congress to pass a bill that would require online marketplaces to collect and verify information from high-volume sellers to protect consumers. It emphasizes the importance of transparency in online shopping without allowing any changes to the proposed legislation.
Resolution urging Congress to pass H.R. 5502, the INFORM Consumers Act, requiring online marketplaces to collect, verify, and disclose certain information from high-volume, third-party sellers, with no further amendments.
This resolution officially recognizes November 15, 2021, as Rita Semel Day in San Francisco to honor her significant contributions to interfaith and civil rights work, as well as her 100th birthday. It has been passed by the city.
Resolution retroactively declaring November 15, 2021, as Rita Semel Day in the City and County of San Francisco, in recognition of her many years of outstanding service in interfaith and civil rights work and celebrating her 100 years on this planet.
This motion allows city meetings to be held via teleconference in accordance with California law, making it easier for residents to participate remotely. It has been officially approved and is now in effect.
Motion making findings to allow teleconferenced meetings under California Government Code, Section 54953(e).
This resolution urges the Chancellor of California State University to negotiate a fair contract with the California Faculty Association that considers the high cost of living in the Bay Area and addresses issues of equity among faculty. It emphasizes the importance of improving student learning and faculty working conditions.
Resolution urging California State University’s Chancellor Joseph I. Castro to strengthen student learning and protect faculty working conditions by giving the California Faculty Association a fair contract that reflects the Bay Area cost of living, minimizes the divide between tenure-track and lecturer faculty, and responds to the faculty’s racial and social justice demands.
This resolution supports California State Senate Bill No. 237, which mandates the State Board of Education to create a list of approved tools for schools to identify students at risk for dyslexia. The goal is to improve early detection and support for students with dyslexia in California.
Resolution supporting California State Senate Bill No. 237 (SB 237) introduced by Senate Member Anthony Portantino (SD- 25) on January 21, 2021; SB 237 would require the State Board of Education to establish a list of approved screening instruments to be used by school districts to screen pupils for risk of Dyslexia.
This resolution supports the rights of workers at the San Francisco Bay Railway to form a union and negotiate for better working conditions and pay. It emphasizes the city's commitment to workers' rights and fair labor practices.
Resolution supporting the rights of Republic Services workers at the San Francisco Bay Railway to unionize and negotiate a fair contract.
This ordinance removes regulations related to oil and gas activities from the Planning Code and updates definitions to exclude oil and gas production as an allowable industrial use. It also confirms the Planning Department's compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's General Plan and public welfare policies.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to repeal Article 12, which contains regulations governing land use activities associated with oil and gas exploration, development, and processing; amending the definitions of Heavy Manufacturing 2 and Heavy Manufacturing 3 to exclude oil and gas production or processing for fuel purposes as allowable Industrial Uses; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and making findings of consistency with the General Plan and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1, and findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare under Planning Code, Section 302.
This ordinance accepts a 12-kilovolt power line and related facilities for public use at the Seawall Lot 337 and Pier 48 Mixed-Use Project. It also ensures the line will be maintained by the city and complies with environmental and planning regulations.
Ordinance accepting the irrevocable offer of a 12-kilovolt power line and associated facilities (“12-kV Line”) servicing the Seawall Lot 337 and Pier 48 Mixed-Use Project, bounded by 3rd Street and Mission Rock Street, subject to conditions and limitations; dedicating the 12-kV Line to public use; designating the 12-kV Line for public power purposes; accepting the 12-kV Line for maintenance and liability purposes; affirming the Planning Department’s determinations 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; accepting a Public Works Order recommending various actions regarding the 12-kV Line; and authorizing official acts in connection with this Ordinance, as defined herein.
This motion aimed to disapprove a Planning Commission decision that approved a Conditional Use Authorization for a project at 3832-18th Street. The motion has been killed, meaning it will not move forward.
Motion conditionally disapproving the decision of the Planning Commission by its Motion No. 21016, approving a Conditional Use Authorization, identified as Planning Case No. 2020-001610CUA, for a proposed project at 3832-18th Street, subject to the adoption of written findings by the Board in support of this determination.
This motion aimed to have the Clerk prepare findings to support the Board of Supervisors' decision to disapprove a Conditional Use Authorization for a project at 3832-18th Street. The motion has been killed, meaning it will not move forward.
Motion directing the Clerk of the Board to prepare findings in support of the Board of Supervisors' disapproval of the proposed Conditional Use Authorization, identified as Planning Case No. 2020-001610CUA, for a proposed project at 3832-18th Street.
This ordinance designates the Trocadero Clubhouse as a Landmark, ensuring its preservation under the Planning Code. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's General Plan and priority policies.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to designate Trocadero Clubhouse, located within Sigmund Stern Recreation Grove, northwest of 19th Avenue and Sloat Boulevard, in Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 2488, Lot No. 001, as a Landmark consistent with the standards set forth in Article 10 of the Planning Code; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and making public necessity, convenience, and welfare findings under Planning Code, Section 302, and findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.
The resolution approves a historical property contract for 714 Steiner Street, allowing the city to not renew the contract after ten years. It also authorizes city officials to execute and record the necessary documents regarding this decision.
Resolution approving a historical property contract between Leah Culver Revocable Trust, the owner of 714 Steiner Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 803, Lot No. 019, and the City and County of San Francisco, under Administrative Code, Chapter 71; electing not to renew the historical property contract as of the first day after the tenth anniversary date of the contract; authorizing the Planning Director and the Assessor-Recorder to execute and record the historical property contract; and authorizing the Planning Director to cause a notice of the non-renewal of the historical property contract to be recorded in the City Assessor-Recorder’s office on December 31, 2032.