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Resolution#231281
Dec 29, 2023

This resolution addresses the non-renewal of a historical property contract for The Warfield Building at 988 Market Street. It notifies the Assessor Recorder’s Office and authorizes the Planning Director to inform the property owners and record the non-renewal.

Resolution regarding non-renewal of a Mills Act historical property contract with 140 Partners, L.P., a California Limited Partnership and Marlin Cove, Inc., a California corporation, the owners of 988 Market Street, The Warfield Building, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0342, Lot No. 019, under Chapter 71 of the San Francisco Administrative Code; notifying the Assessor Recorder’s Office of such non-renewal; and authorizing the Planning Director to send notice of the non-renewal of the historical property contract to the owner and record a notice of non-renewal.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
Filed
no vote
Ordinance#231006
Dec 27, 2023

This ordinance establishes the 900 Kearny Street Special Use District, which modifies the Planning Code and Zoning Map to regulate land use in that area. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's General Plan and priority policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code and Zoning Map to create the 900 Kearny Street Special Use District; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and making findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare pursuant to Planning Code, Section 302.

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
Passed
11-0
Ordinance#230505
Dec 22, 2023

This ordinance creates a special use district for the redevelopment of a cultural center at Wawona Street and 45th Avenue, including updates to the Planning Code and Zoning Map. It also affirms compliance with environmental regulations and consistency with the city's General Plan.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to create the Wawona Street and 45th Avenue Cultural Center Special Use District (Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 2513, Lot No. 026) to facilitate the redevelopment of a cultural center; amending the Zoning Map to show the Wawona Street and 45th Avenue Cultural Center Special Use District; amending the Local Coastal Program to add the Wawona Street and 45th Avenue Cultural Center Special Use District, subject to certification by the California Coastal Commission; 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.

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Myrna Melgar
15-0
Resolution#231028
Dec 21, 2023

This resolution adds new street signs that read "LEATHER & LGBTQ Cultural District" to 26 existing signs in the South of Market neighborhood to honor the history and contributions of the leather and LGBTQ community. It follows the guidelines set by the Commemorative Street Plaque Ordinance in the Public Works Code.

Resolution adding placemaking street signs reading "LEATHER & LGBTQ Cultural District" to 26 existing street signs in the South of Market neighborhood in the vicinity of LEATHER & LGBTQ Cultural District generally bounded by Brannan Street, Third Street, Mission Street, 12th Street, and Division Street in recognition and honor of the extensive history and contributions of the leather and LGBTQ community pursuant to the Commemorative Street Plaque Ordinance in Public Works Code, Sections 789 et seq.

TransportationEnvironmentSocial Services & Equity
By Matt Dorsey, Rafael Mandelman
5-0 /1
Resolution#231104
Dec 21, 2023

This resolution allows Universal Life Corral, LLC to obtain a liquor license for their business, The Stud, located at 1123 Folsom Street. It also requests that the state impose specific conditions on the license to ensure it meets local needs.

Resolution determining that the issuance of a Type-48 on-sale general public premises liquor license to Universal Life Corral, LLC, to do business as the Stud, located at 1123 Folsom Street (District 6), will serve the public convenience or necessity of the City and County of San Francisco, in accordance with California Business and Professions Code, Section 23958.4; and requesting that the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control impose conditions on the issuance of the license.

TransportationEnvironmentBusiness & Economy
Passed
7-0
Hearing#211321
Dec 21, 2023

This legislation calls for a hearing to discuss how the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency's Racial Equity Action Plan is being put into action. It also requests reports from the SFMTA and the Office of Racial Equity on their progress.

Hearing on the implementation of San Francisco’s Municipal Transportation Agency’s (SFMTA) Racial Equity Action Plan; and requesting the SFMTA and Office of Racial Equity to report.

TransportationSocial Services & Equity
By Connie Chan
no vote
Resolution#230948
Dec 20, 2023

This resolution adds the street name "Panos Place" to a section of Corbin Place in honor of San Francisco resident Panagiotis Koutsoyannis. It has been officially passed by the city.

Resolution adding the commemorative street name “Panos Place” to Corbin Place between the 100 and 200 block of Corbett Avenue in recognition of San Francisco resident Panagiotis Koutsoyannis.

TransportationEnvironment
By Rafael Mandelman
6-0
Resolution#231175
Dec 20, 2023

The resolution urges the City Attorney and the Mayor to ask the State Department of Housing and Community Development to extend deadlines and revise their review policies to align with San Francisco's housing goals. It emphasizes the city's commitment to both creating new housing and preserving existing housing while ensuring compliance with fair housing laws.

Resolution urging the City Attorney and the Mayor to request that the State Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD): 1) extend the deadlines for Required Actions in HCD’s Policy and Practice Review to ensure that all of San Francisco’s extensive, collaborative work to further housing development does not lead to de-certification of San Francisco’s adopted Housing Element; 2) revise and correct HCD’s Policy and Practice Review to be consistent with all policies in San Francisco’s adopted Housing Element, including its policies and actions related to affordable housing and equity, as well as the City’s legal obligations to affirmatively further fair housing, and to be consistent with San Francisco’s status as a Charter City imbued with the power of local action over municipal affairs; and setting forth that as part of the City’s Housing Element implementation, it is the policy of the City to address the dual goals of production of new housing as well as the preservation of existing housing.

HousingTransportationBusiness & Economy
By Connie Chan, Rafael Mandelman
7-1
Ordinance#230924
Dec 20, 2023

The ordinance creates a special zoning district for non-profit arts education at 800 Chestnut Street, allowing for specific uses and protections for arts organizations in that area. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with city planning goals.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to create the Non-Profit Arts Education Special Use District (Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 49, Lot No. 1, generally bounded by Francisco Street, Jones Street, Chestnut Street, and Leavenworth Street, and numbered as 800 Chestnut Street); amending the Zoning Map to show the Non-Profit Arts Education Special Use District; 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; and making findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare pursuant to Planning Code, Section 302.

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
Passed
11-0 /2
Resolution#231115
Dec 20, 2023

This resolution designates the 200 block of Grove Street as "MTT Way" to honor Michael Tilson Thomas for his contributions to San Francisco's arts and culture during his tenure as Music Director of the Symphony. It also celebrates his 79th birthday.

Resolution adding the commemorative street name “MTT Way” to the 200 block of Grove Street in recognition of San Francisco Symphony Music Director Laureate Michael Tilson Thomas’s tremendous impact on San Francisco and local arts and culture in the City throughout his 25 years as the Symphony’s Music Director, and in celebration of his 79th birthday, in accordance with Public Works Code, Section 789 et seq.

TransportationEnvironmentHonorary / Symbolic
By Rafael Mandelman
5-0 /1
Resolution#231280
Dec 19, 2023

This resolution officially ends the Mills Act historical property contract for 2209 Webster Street, owned by Michael Foley and Chiao Mei Lin. It directs the Planning Director to notify the owners and the Assessor-Recorder’s Office about this non-renewal.

Resolution regarding non-renewal of a Mills Act historical property contract with Michael Foley and Chiao Mei Lin, as Trustees of The Foley Lin Family Trust dated June 20, 2023, the owners of 2209 Webster Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0612, Lot No. 007, under Chapter 71 of the San Francisco Administrative Code; notifying the Assessor-Recorder’s Office of such non-renewal; and authorizing the Planning Director to send notice of the non-renewal of the historical property contract to the owner and record a notice of non-renewal.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
Passed
5-0 /1
Resolution#221027
Dec 19, 2023

This resolution allows the Department of Public Works to use a $250,000 grant from the Bay Area Rapid Transit District for the Pit Stop Public Toilet Program, covering the period from July 1, 2021, to June 30, 2022. It has been officially approved and is now in effect.

Resolution retroactively authorizing the Department of Public Works to accept and expend a grant of up to $250,000 from the San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District for the Pit Stop Public Toilet Program starting July 1, 2021, through June 30, 2022.

TransportationBudget & Taxes
Passed
9-0
Resolution#231173
Dec 19, 2023

This resolution allows the Department of Public Health to use a $2 million grant from the Department of Health and Human Services to enhance overdose response capabilities through a program running from September 30, 2023, to September 29, 2027. It was passed retroactively to authorize the funding for this initiative.

Resolution retroactively authorizing the Department of Public Health to accept and expend a grant in the amount of $2,000,000 from the Department of Health and Human Services for participation in a program, entitled “Building City-Wide Capacity for Community and Traditional First Responders in Overdose Response,” for the period of September 30, 2023, through September 29, 2027.

TransportationBudget & TaxesPublic Health
By Rafael Mandelman
7-0
Resolution#231200
Dec 19, 2023

This resolution allows the Human Services Agency to apply for and accept over $2 million in funding from the state to support programs that help young adults find and keep housing. The funds will be used for transitional housing and housing navigation services.

Resolution authorizing the Human Services Agency, on behalf of the City and County of San Francisco, to apply for and accept the county allocation award under the California Department of Housing and Community Development Transitional Housing Program for an amount of $2,091,240 and Housing Navigation and Maintenance Program for an amount of $291,098 which provide funding to help young adults secure and maintain housing.

HousingTransportationBudget & Taxes
Passed
7-0
Resolution#231056
Dec 19, 2023

This resolution approves a historical property contract for 2209 Webster Street between the property owners and the City, allowing for certain protections and benefits related to the property's historical status. It also authorizes city officials to finalize and record the contract.

Resolution approving a historical property contract between Michael Foley and Chiao Mei Lin, as Trustees of The Foley Lin Family Trust dated June 20, 2023, the owners of 2209 Webster 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
Resolution#231058
Dec 19, 2023

This resolution approves a historical property contract for 988 Market Street between the property owners and the City, allowing for specific preservation measures. It also authorizes the Planning Director and Assessor-Recorder to finalize and document the agreement.

Resolution approving a historical property contract between 140 Partners, L.P., a California Limited Partnership and Marlin Cove, Inc., a California corporation, the owners of 988 Market 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
Resolution#231262
Dec 19, 2023

This resolution consolidates multiple elections, including the Presidential Primary and local municipal and bond elections, to be held on March 5, 2024. It also establishes that the same voting precincts and officers will be used for all these elections as those for the State Presidential Primary.

Resolution consolidating the following elections, all of which will be held on March 5, 2024: the State of California’s Presidential Primary Election; the City and County of San Francisco Municipal Election; the City and County of San Francisco’s Special Bond Election; and the elections of the governing bodies of local political parties; and providing that the election precincts, voting places, and officers for these elections shall be the same as for the State Presidential Primary Election.

HousingTransportationBudget & Taxes
Passed
5-0
Resolution#231279
Dec 18, 2023

This resolution approves the annual report for the Discover Polk Community Benefit District for the fiscal year 2021-2022, 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) 2021-2022, 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
Ordinance#231273
Dec 15, 2023

The ordinance allows the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission and the City Attorney to settle claims related to the September 10, 2023, water pipeline break for amounts over $25,000, up to a maximum of $1,000,000 per claim, with a total cap of $7,000,000 for all claims. It also requires periodic reporting to the Board of Supervisors' Government Audit and Oversight Committee.

Ordinance authorizing the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) and the Office of the City Attorney to approve settlements of claims arising out of the September 10, 2023, break of the SFPUC's water transmission pipeline at the intersection of Fillmore and Green Streets for amounts exceeding $25,000 per claim, notwithstanding Administrative Code, Section 10.22, et. seq., but not to exceed $1,000,000 per claim, and delegating authority under Charter, Section 6.102(5) for the settlement of related litigation, if any, up to an aggregate total settlement amount not to exceed $7,000,000, subject to periodic reporting to the Board of Supervisors Government Audit and Oversight Committee.

TransportationEnvironmentGovernance & Elections
Passed
10-0 /1
Ordinance#231007
Dec 15, 2023

This ordinance broadens the exemption from increased transfer tax rates for certain rent-restricted affordable housing transactions valued at $5 million or more, retroactively applying it to transfers since January 1, 2017, and extending the exemption until December 31, 2030. It also affirms the Planning Department's compliance with environmental regulations.

Ordinance amending the Business and Tax Regulations Code to broaden the exemption from the increased transfer tax rates when the consideration or value of the interest or property conveyed equals or exceeds $5,000,000 for transfers of certain rent-restricted affordable housing; applying the exemption retroactively to transfers occurring on or after January 1, 2017; extending the exemption through December 31, 2030; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

HousingTransportationBudget & Taxes
By Connie Chan, Rafael Mandelman
12-0
Resolution#231132
Dec 15, 2023

This resolution allows the City to receive funding for the operation and maintenance of Mission Bay Parks and authorizes the Port and Recreation and Park Department to manage these parks. It also terminates the OCII's Ground Lease to the Mission Bay Parks and permits necessary amendments to the agreement without increasing the City's obligations.

Resolution authorizing an agreement with the Office of Community Investment and Infrastructure (OCII), operating as the Successor Agency to the San Francisco Redevelopment Agency, acting in its capacity as the legislative body of Community Facilities District No. 5 (Mission Bay Maintenance District), for the City to receive funding for its operation and maintenance of the Mission Bay Parks, and to authorize the Port and the Recreation and Park Department to coordinate the operation and maintenance; authorizing the termination of OCII’s Ground Lease to the Mission Bay Parks; and to authorize the Port Executive Director and the Recreation and Park Department General Manager 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
By Matt Dorsey
6-0 /1
Resolution#231199
Dec 15, 2023

This resolution authorizes the Mayor and the Director of the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to finalize loan documents for up to $15 million to acquire property at 650 Divisadero Street and support the development of a 100% affordable rental building. It also grants city officials the authority to take necessary actions to implement the resolution and confirms that the loan aligns with the city's General Plan and planning policies.

Resolution approving and authorizing the Mayor and the Director of the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to execute loan documents relating to a loan to provide financing for the acquisition of real property located at 650 Divisadero Street (the “Property”), and predevelopment activities for a 100% affordable multifamily rental building, in an aggregate amount not to exceed $15,000,000; approving the form of the loan agreement and ancillary documents; ratifying and approving any action heretofore taken in connection with the property, as defined herein; granting general authority to City officials to take actions necessary to implement this Resolution, as defined herein; and finding that the loan is consistent the General Plan, and the priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.

HousingTransportationLand Use & Planning
Passed
7-0 /2
Ordinance#231255
Dec 15, 2023

This ordinance waives banner and inspection fees for nonprofit organizations in specific commercial districts until the end of 2026. It also confirms that the Planning Department's assessment complies with environmental regulations.

Ordinance amending the Public Works Code to waive the banner and inspection fees for nonprofit organizations in certain Neighborhood Commercial Districts (NCDs) and Neighborhood Commercial Transit Districts (NCTDs) through December 31, 2026; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
Passed
10-0 /2
Resolution#231260
Dec 15, 2023

This resolution approves the annual report for The East Cut Community Benefit District for the fiscal year 2021-2022, 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 East Cut Community Benefit District for Fiscal Year (FY) 2021-2022, 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
Ordinance#231267
Dec 13, 2023

This ordinance allows the Police Department to use grant money from the Organized Retail Theft Grant Program to buy equipment and services without going through the usual competitive bidding process. It aims to enhance efforts in addressing organized retail theft in the city.

Ordinance authorizing the Police Department to expend grant funds received from the Board of State and Community Corrections Organized Retail Theft Grant Program to procure equipment and services without competitive bidding under Administrative Code, Chapter 21.

Public SafetyTransportationBudget & Taxes
By Rafael Mandelman
19-0
Resolution#231201
Dec 13, 2023

This resolution increases funding for the Eviction Defense Collaborative by up to $4.4 million, bringing the total grant to $6.28 million to provide legal assistance for eviction cases through the Tenant Right to Counsel Program. The funding will support eligible San Francisco tenants and remains effective until June 30, 2024.

Resolution approving and authorizing the Mayor and the Director of the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development (“MOHCD”) to execute an amendment to a grant agreement with Eviction Defense Collaborative, Inc., to increase the grant amount by an amount not to exceed $4,400,000 for a Grant Agreement total in the amount of $6,280,000 and aggregate grant amount of $11,391,504 related to the provision of eviction-related legal assistance through MOHCD’s Tenant Right to Counsel Program to eligible San Francisco tenants effective upon approval of this Resolution, with no changes to the term of January 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024; approving the form of and authorizing the execution of the grant agreement; and granting general authority to City officials to take actions necessary to implement this Resolution, as defined herein.

HousingTransportationBudget & Taxes
By Matt Dorsey, Rafael Mandelman
7-0
Resolution#231113
Dec 13, 2023

The resolution establishes the prevailing wage rates for various workers engaged in City contracts, including those in public works, janitorial services, parking facilities, theatrical services, waste hauling, moving services, event support, broadcast services, loading/unloading, security, and bus services. This ensures that these workers are compensated fairly for their labor on City-owned or leased properties.

Resolution fixing prevailing wage rates for 1) workers performing work under City contracts for public works and improvements; 2) workers performing work under City contracts for janitorial services; 3) workers performing work in public off-street parking lots, garages, or storage facilities for automobiles on property owned or leased by the City; 4) workers engaged in theatrical or technical services for shows on property owned by the City; 5) workers engaged in the hauling of solid waste generated by the City in the course of City operations, pursuant to a contract with the City; 6) workers performing moving services under City contracts at facilities owned or leased by the City; 7) workers engaged in exhibit, display, or trade show work at special events on property owned by the City; 8) workers engaged in broadcast services on property owned by the City; 9) workers engaged in loading or unloading into or from a commercial vehicle on City property of materials, goods, or products in connection with a show or special event, or engaged in driving a commercial vehicle into which or from which materials, goods, or products are loaded or unloaded on City property in connection with a show or special event; 10) workers engaged in security guard services under City contracts or at facilities or on property owned or leased by the City; and 11) motor bus service contracts.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
By Connie Chan
7-0
Resolution#231137
Dec 13, 2023

This resolution allows for the creation of a special use district for a cultural center at 2700-45th Avenue and sends the amendment to the California Coastal Commission for review. It also confirms that the Planning Department's environmental assessment meets state requirements.

Resolution transmitting to the California Coastal Commission for review and certification an amendment to the Implementation Program portion of the certified Local Coastal Program for the creation of the Wawona Street and 45th Avenue Cultural Center Special Use District on the parcel located at 2700-45th Avenue; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

TransportationEnvironmentGovernance & Elections
By Myrna Melgar
6-0
Resolution#230691
Dec 13, 2023

This resolution approves an increase in funding for the San Francisco YouthWorks Program, managed by the Japanese Community Youth Council, by $1,395,345, bringing the total grant amount to $13,395,345. The grant term will remain unchanged, and the increase requires approval from the Board of Supervisors.

Resolution approving a second amendment to Contract No. 1000009983 for the Japanese Community Youth Council - San Francisco YouthWorks Program between the Japanese Community Youth Council and the City and County of San Francisco, acting by and through its Department of Children, Youth and Their Families, to increase the grant amount by $1,395,345 for a total not to exceed amount of $13,395,345 with Board of Supervisors’ approval under Charter, Section 9.118, and with no changes to the grant term.

TransportationBudget & TaxesSocial Services & Equity
Filed
no vote
Ordinance#231165
Dec 12, 2023

This ordinance establishes fire safety standards for charging and storing lithium-ion batteries in powered mobility devices, bans the use of damaged batteries, and prohibits the use of reconditioned batteries made from used cells. It also requires the Fire Department to run an informational campaign about these regulations.

Ordinance amending the Fire Code to provide fire protection standards for the charging and storage of lithium-ion batteries used in powered mobility devices (such as electric bikes, scooters, skateboards, and hoverboards), prohibit use of damaged lithium-ion batteries in such devices, prohibit use of lithium-ion batteries assembled or reconditioned using cells removed from used batteries in such devices, and require the Fire Department to conduct an informational campaign; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and directing the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors to forward this Ordinance to the California Building Standards Commission upon final passage.

Public SafetyTransportationGovernance & Elections
By Connie Chan, Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman
31-0
Ordinance#231162
Dec 12, 2023

The ordinance allows the San Francisco Police Department to accept and use a $15.3 million grant to combat organized retail theft and catalytic converter theft from October 2023 to June 2027. It also creates two new full-time positions to support these efforts.

Ordinance retroactively authorizing the Police Department, on behalf of the Board of Supervisors for the City and County of San Francisco, to accept and expend a grant in the amount of $15,326,301 from the Board of State and Community Corrections Organized Retail Theft Grant Program to fund personnel, training, equipment, and other activities in furtherance of combatting organized retail theft and motor vehicle accessory (catalytic converter) theft in San Francisco, for the period of October 1, 2023, through June 1, 2027; approving the associated grant agreement under Charter, Section 9.118; and amending Ordinance No. 145-23 (Annual Salary Ordinance, File No. 230645 for Fiscal Years 2023-2024 and 2024-2025) to provide for the creation of two grant-funded full-time positions in Class 1823 Senior Administrative Analyst (2.0).

Public SafetyTransportationBudget & Taxes
By Rafael Mandelman
14-0
Hearing#231187
Dec 12, 2023

This legislation involves a hearing for individuals who want to express their support or opposition to a decision made by Public Works regarding a subdivision project at 1365-1371 York Street. The hearing is scheduled because an appeal has been filed by Deepa Varma against the approval of the Tentative Parcel Map for this two-lot subdivision.

Hearing of persons interested in or objecting to the decision of Public Works, dated November 1, 2023, approving a Tentative Parcel Map for a two-lot subdivision project at 1365-1371 York Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 4275, Lot No. 028. (District 9) (Appellant: Deepa Varma) (Filed: November 13, 2023)

HousingTransportationEnvironment
Filed
10-0
Motion#231189
Dec 12, 2023

This motion aimed to disapprove a subdivision project at 1365-1371 York Street, contingent on the Board of Supervisors providing written reasons for the disapproval. The motion has been killed, meaning it will not move forward.

Motion conditionally disapproving the decision of Public Works and disapproving the Tentative Parcel Map for a two-lot subdivision project at 1365-1371 York Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 4275, Lot No. 028, subject to the Board of Supervisors’ adoption of written findings in support of the disapproval.

HousingTransportationHonorary / Symbolic
Killed
15-0
Motion#231190
Dec 12, 2023

This motion aimed to have the Clerk of the Board create findings regarding the Board of Supervisors' decision to reject a subdivision project at 1365-1371 York Street. The motion has been killed, meaning it will not proceed further.

Motion directing the Clerk of the Board to prepare findings relating to the Board of Supervisors' decision to disapprove the Tentative Parcel Map for a two-lot subdivision project at 1365-1371 York Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 4275, Lot No. 028.

HousingTransportationEnvironment
Killed
15-0
Ordinance#230863
Dec 12, 2023

The ordinance allows for easier conversion between certain types of uses, like Production, Distribution and Repair, and Institutional Community activities, in smaller buildings (under 25,000 square feet) in specific neighborhoods. It also confirms that this change aligns with environmental regulations and city planning priorities.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to exempt from the limitations on conversion of certain Production, Distribution and Repair (“PDR”), Institutional Community, and Arts Activities uses in the Eastern Neighborhoods Plans Areas (Mission, Eastern SoMa, Western SoMa, and Central SoMa), changes of use from one of those uses to another of those uses or to Institutional uses, in buildings under 25,000 ground floor square feet; 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.

TransportationBudget & TaxesLand Use & Planning
By Matt Dorsey
12-0
Ordinance#231033
Dec 12, 2023

This ordinance designates the Chata Gutierrez Mural at 3175-24th Street 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 Chata Gutierrez Mural, located at 3175-24th Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 6519, Lot No. 041, 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.

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Myrna Melgar
11-0
Motion#231251
Dec 12, 2023

This motion approves the final map for a mixed-use condominium project with 90 residential units and three commercial units at 988 Harrison Street and 377-399 6th Street. It also confirms that the project aligns with the city's General Plan and planning policies.

Motion approving Final Map No. 11823, a 90-unit residential and three-unit commercial mixed-use condominium project, located at 988 Harrison Street and 377-399 6th Street, being a subdivision of Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 3753, Lot No. 148; and adopting findings pursuant to the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.

HousingTransportationLand Use & Planning
Passed
5-0
Ordinance#231245
Dec 12, 2023

The ordinance accepts and dedicates various public infrastructure improvements on Treasure Island and Yerba Buena Island for public use and maintenance, including roads, utilities, and sidewalks. It also establishes official street widths and grades and delegates authority to the Public Works Director for certain infrastructure acceptance.

Ordinance accepting irrevocable offers of public infrastructure associated with the Treasure Island/Yerba Buena Island Project, Sub-Phases 1B, 1C, 1E, 1YA, and 1YB, including improvements located within portions of Avenue of the Palms, Bruton Street, Clipper Cove Avenue, Cravath Street, Garden Walk, Johnson Street, Seven Seas Avenue, Trade Winds Avenue, and Treasure Island Road on Treasure Island; Macalla Road, Signal Road, Treasure Island Road, and Yerba Buena Island Road on Yerba Buena Island; potable water storage tanks on Yerba Buena Island and electrical substructures serving a switchyard on Treasure Island; and City utilities in private streets and a service maintenance road on Yerba Buena Island; dedicating this infrastructure to public use; designating this public infrastructure for street and roadway purposes as applicable; accepting the public infrastructure for City maintenance and liability purposes, subject to specified limitations; establishing official public right-of-way widths and street grades; amending Ordinance No. 1061, entitled “Regulating the Width of Sidewalks,” to establish official sidewalk widths on the abovementioned streets; delegating limited authority to the Public Works Director to accept specified infrastructure; adopting findings 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 in regard to the public infrastructure improvements; and authorizing official acts, as defined herein, in connection with this Ordinance.

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Matt Dorsey, Rafael Mandelman
11-0
Resolution#231278
Dec 12, 2023

This resolution establishes a no-build zone on city-owned land next to 1450 Owens Street for future public park use, with the property owner agreeing to pay the city $72,000 annually, increasing by 3% each year. The agreement will last indefinitely starting January 1, 2024, unless the city decides to terminate it.

Resolution approving a Declaration of Restrictions with the ARE-SAN FRANCISCO NO. 15 OWNER, LLC (“Owner) to establish a no-build zone on a portion of property owned by the City and County of San Francisco, adjacent to the Owner’s property at 1450 Owens Street, intended for future public park uses, providing for annual payments in the initial amount of $72,000 with 3% annual increases, to the City from Owner in exchange for such restrictions for term effective on January 1, 2024, through in perpetuity unless terminated by the City, as defined in the Declaration of Restrictions; and authorizing the Director of Property to execute any amendments, make certain modifications and take certain actions that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City, do not materially decrease the benefits to the City and are necessary or advisable to effectuate the purposes of the Declaration of Restrictions or this Resolution.

TransportationEnvironment
By Matt Dorsey
8-0
Resolution#230419
Dec 11, 2023

This resolution allows Otis Property Owner, LLC, to use and maintain the 12th Street Plaza at the corner of South Van Ness Avenue while ensuring public access to the sidewalk. It also confirms that the project complies with environmental regulations and city planning policies.

Resolution granting revocable permission to Otis Property Owner, LLC, to occupy and maintain the 12th Street Plaza on 12th Street at the corner of South Van Ness Avenue fronting 90-12th Street (Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 3505, Lot No. 012); approving a nonexclusive public sidewalk easement for pedestrian access, passage, ingress, and egress for public sidewalk purposes; adopting environmental findings under the California Environmental Quality Act; and making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Matt Dorsey
9-0
Motion#231208
Dec 11, 2023

This motion approves the Mayor's nomination of Azalina Eusope to the Sanitation and Streets Commission, with her term set to end on July 1, 2026. The motion has been passed.

Motion approving the Mayor’s nomination for the appointment of Azalina Eusope, term ending July 1, 2026, to the Sanitation and Streets Commission.

TransportationEnvironmentGovernance & Elections
Passed
9-0
Resolution#231198
Dec 11, 2023

This resolution allows the Mayor and the Director of the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to secure a loan of up to $24 million for purchasing properties on the Great Highway and developing a 100% affordable rental building for seniors. It also approves the necessary loan documents and authorizes city officials to take actions needed to implement the project.

Resolution approving and authorizing the Mayor and the Director of the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to execute loan documents relating to a loan to provide financing for the acquisition of real property located at 1234, 1270, and 1280 Great Highway (the “Property”), and predevelopment activities for a 100% affordable multifamily rental building for seniors, in an aggregate amount not to exceed $24,000,000; approving the form of the loan agreement and ancillary documents; ratifying and approving any action heretofore taken in connection with the property; granting general authority to City officials to take actions necessary to implement this Resolution; as defined herein; and finding that the loan is consistent with the General Plan, and the priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.

HousingTransportationLand Use & Planning
Passed
7-0 /2
Ordinance#231221
Dec 11, 2023

The ordinance allows for nighttime entertainment uses on the ground floor in the Polk Street area and modifies commercial use regulations in North Beach and residential districts. It also sets restrictions on operating hours and outdoor activity areas for certain commercial uses in residential zones.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to 1) allow Nighttime Entertainment Uses as principally permitted on the ground floor and conditionally permitted on the second floor in the Polk Street Neighborhood Commercial District (NCD); 2) modify requirements for limited commercial uses within one-quarter mile of the North Beach Special Use District (SUD); 3) conditionally permit Retail Professional Services Uses on the ground floor in the North Beach NCD, subject to existing limitations; 4) allow limited commercial uses (LCUs) in Residential, House (RH) and Residential, Mixed (RM) Districts with specified limitations; 5) require operating hours to end at 10 p.m. for LCUs and limited corner commercial uses (LCCUs) in RH and RM Districts; 6) establish that LCCUs are limited to those uses allowed in an NCD or SUD within one-quarter mile of the use, or the NC-1 District, as specified; 7) prohibit outdoor activity areas not at the front of the building in RH and RM Districts and limit such outdoor activity areas in other residential districts; 8) establish that LCCUs in Residential Transit Oriented (RTO) Districts must be located on corner lots and specify lot depth requirements; and 9) make minor corrections to code text; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act, making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1, and making findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare pursuant to Planning Code, Section 302.

TransportationBusiness & EconomyLand Use & Planning
By Matt Dorsey, Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman
17-0
Ordinance#231256
Dec 8, 2023

This ordinance creates a special zoning district for the Potrero Yard area and adjusts height and bulk limits for a specific development project at 2500 Mariposa Street. It also includes environmental findings and confirms alignment with the city's General Plan and planning policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code and Zoning Map to create the Potrero Yard Special Use District and change the height and bulk limits at 2500 Mariposa Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 3971, Lot No. 001, to facilitate development of the Potrero Yard Modernization Project; adopting findings 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 under Planning Code, Section 302.

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Shamann Walton
11-0
Resolution#231053
Dec 8, 2023

This resolution approves a payment of $37,197.48 to Dolores Street Community Services to settle a claim for property damage due to flooding from a water main rupture. The claim was filed on April 20, 2023, and the settlement has now been officially approved.

Resolution approving the settlement of the unlitigated claim filed by Dolores Street Community Services against the City and County of San Francisco for $37,197.48; the claim was filed on April 20, 2023; the claim involves property damage arising from flooding alleged to be caused by a water main rupture.

TransportationEnvironment
Passed
6-0
Resolution#231133
Dec 8, 2023

This resolution approves an increase in a loan by nearly $1.5 million for the Sunnydale Project, which aims to finance additional construction costs for infrastructure improvements and housing development. It also allows the Director of the Mayor's Office of Housing and Community Development to make necessary amendments to the loan agreement without increasing the city's obligations.

Resolution approving and authorizing the execution of a Second Amendment to the Loan Agreement with Sunnydale Infrastructure Phase 1A3 LLC, a California limited liability company, to increase the loan amount by $1,495,294 for a new total loan amount not to exceed $26,567,405 to finance additional construction costs for the second phase of infrastructure improvements and housing development related to the revitalization and master development of up to 1770 units of replacement public housing, affordable housing and market rate housing, commonly known as the Sunnydale HOPE SF Development (“Sunnydale Project”); adopting findings that the loan agreement is consistent with the adopted Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program under the California Environmental Quality Act, the City’s General Plan, and the priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and to authorize the Director of Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to enter into any amendments or modifications to the Agreement that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities for the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the agreement or this Resolution.

HousingTransportationLand Use & Planning
By Rafael Mandelman, Shamann Walton
7-0
Hearing#231243
Dec 6, 2023

This legislation calls for a hearing to assess how the APEC Summit affected small businesses, cultural institutions, community organizations, residents, and workers in the Yerba Buena/Moscone area. It also requests reports from SoMa Pilipinas and the Yerba Buena Community Benefit District on these impacts.

Hearing on the financial impacts of Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Summit on small businesses, cultural institutions, community organizations, residents, and workers within and immediately surrounding the security perimeters, particularly the Yerba Buena/Moscone area where the summit was held; and requesting SoMa Pilipinas and Yerba Buena Community Benefit District to report.

TransportationBusiness & Economy
By Connie Chan, Matt Dorsey
2-0
Ordinance#231257
Dec 5, 2023

The ordinance designates the Grand Theater at 2665 Mission Street as a historic Landmark, ensuring its preservation under specific planning standards. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with city planning policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to designate the Grand Theater, located at 2665 Mission Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 3637, Lot No. 023, 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.

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
Passed
11-0
Resolution#231261
Dec 5, 2023

This resolution allows the City to exchange vacant land on Edgehill Mountain for property on paper streets near Moraga Avenue and Noriega Avenue. It also authorizes the Director of Property to manage the agreement and make necessary adjustments without increasing the City's liabilities.

Resolution authorizing an agreement for the conditional exchange of vacant land located on Edgehill Mountain for City's property on paper street areas near Moraga Avenue and Noriega Avenue; finding that the exchange agreement is a conditional land acquisition agreement under California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines, Section 15004(b)(2)(A); finding City’s property to be exempt surplus land under California Government Code, Section 54221(f)(1)(C); and authorizing the Director of Property to execute documents, make certain modifications, and take certain actions in furtherance of the exchange agreement that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the exchange agreement or this Resolution.

TransportationEnvironment
By Myrna Melgar
6-0
Motion#231254
Dec 5, 2023

This motion approves the Mayor's nomination of Janet Tarlov to the Municipal Transportation Agency Board of Directors, with her term set to end on March 1, 2024. The motion has passed.

Motion approving the Mayor's nomination for appointment of Janet Tarlov, term ending March 1, 2024, to the Municipal Transportation Agency Board of Directors.

TransportationGovernance & Elections
Passed
7-0