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Showing Dec 2021 legislation (80).

Motion#190785
Dec 30, 2021

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.”

Public SafetyEnvironmentHonorary / Symbolic
Passed
9-0 /1
Hearing#211321
Dec 30, 2021

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#211240
Dec 29, 2021

This resolution formally apologizes to Chinese immigrants and their descendants for historical discrimination and violence they faced in San Francisco. It also commits the city to addressing and correcting these past injustices.

Resolution apologizing on behalf of the Board of Supervisors of the City and County of San Francisco to Chinese immigrants and their descendants for systemic and structural discrimination, targeted acts of violence, and atrocities; and committing to the rectification and redress of past policies and misdeeds.

Public SafetyBudget & TaxesSocial Services & Equity
By Rafael Mandelman, Shamann Walton
4-0
Charter Amendment#211284
Dec 28, 2021

This charter amendment aims to create a new Children's Agency in San Francisco to improve services for children, youth, and families by coordinating existing departments and establishing new ones. It also proposes changes to funding processes for children's services and requires the Board of Education to meet certain governance standards before receiving city funds.

Charter Amendment (First Draft) to amend the Charter of the City and County of San Francisco to 1) establish a new Children’s Agency responsible for overseeing, aligning, and coordinating the development of systems, services, policies, and planning strategies to strengthen the City’s services for children, youth, and families; 2) authorize the Agency to include the Department of Children, Youth, and Their Families, which is responsible for administering the City’s Children and Youth Fund and promoting the development of programs and planning strategies to enhance services for children, youth, and their families; 3) authorize the Agency to include a new Department of Early Childhood, which will assume the duties previously assigned to the Office of Early Care and Education promoting the development of programs, policies, and strategies to enhance services for children ages 0-5; 4) establish a Children’s Commission to oversee the Agency; 5) modify the process for expending funds in the Children and Youth Fund to support services for children; 6) modify the process for expending funds in the Public Education Enrichment Fund to support the San Francisco Unified School District; and 7) require the Board of Education to submit a certification of compliance with specified governance requirements before the City appropriates funds to the San Francisco Unified School District not otherwise required by the Charter or State law; at an election to be held on June 7, 2022.

Budget & TaxesGovernance & ElectionsSocial Services & Equity
By Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman
2-0
Charter Amendment#211285
Dec 28, 2021

This charter amendment aimed to change how appointments are made to various city commissions by splitting the authority between the Mayor and the Board of Supervisors, and to define the City Administrator's oversight functions. The proposal was ultimately rejected and did not pass.

Charter Amendment (Third Draft) to amend the Charter of the City and County of San Francisco to 1) split the power to make appointments to the following bodies between the Mayor and the Board of Supervisors: Airport Commission, Arts Commission, Asian Art Commission, Civil Service Commission, Commission on the Environment, Commission on the Status of Women, Disability and Aging Services Commission, Fire Commission, Health Commission, Historic Preservation Commission, Human Rights Commission, Human Services Commission, Juvenile Probation Commission, Library Commission, Municipal Transportation Agency Board of Directors, Public Utilities Commission, Recreation and Park Commission, and War Memorial and Performing Arts Center Board of Trustees; subject Mayoral appointments to those bodies and to the Building Inspection Commission and the Small Business Commission to approval by the Board of Supervisors; provide that the appropriate appointing authority (Mayor or Board of Supervisors, as applicable) may initiate removal of commissioners; and specify that the terms of members of the Asian Art Commission, Building Inspection Commission, Civil Service Commission, and Fine Arts Museums Board of Trustees shall be for four years; and 2) specify the types of functions that the City Administrator may oversee; require that any agencies under the City Administrator be designated by ordinance; authorize the City Administrator to review City programs and services, and employment practices, and to make recommendations to the Mayor, Board of Supervisors, and departments based on those reviews; prohibit the Mayor from placing functions under the City Administrator without authorization by ordinance; and authorize the City Administrator to recommend removal of any department head to the Mayor or a commission, and require the Mayor or commission to act on the recommendation within 30 days; at an election to be held on June 7, 2022.

TransportationBusiness & EconomyGovernance & Elections
By Connie Chan
9-0 /1
Charter Amendment#211286
Dec 28, 2021

This legislation updates the rules regarding the Building Inspection Commission, including how its members are appointed and their responsibilities. It also confirms that the Planning Department's assessment complies with environmental regulations.

Charter Amendment (Third Draft) to amend the Charter of the City and County of San Francisco to revise the duties, composition, and method of appointment for members of the Building Inspection Commission; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; at an election to be held on June 7, 2022.

EnvironmentGovernance & Elections
By Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman
17-0 /1
Charter Amendment#211287
Dec 28, 2021

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.

Governance & ElectionsHonorary / Symbolic
By Shamann Walton
16-2
Charter Amendment#211288
Dec 28, 2021

This charter amendment aims to encourage the Retirement Board to divest from fossil fuels and changes the appointment process for one of its members to be selected by the Board of Supervisors, requiring that member to have expertise in environmentally and socially responsible investment management. The election for this amendment is scheduled for June 7, 2022.

Charter Amendment (First Draft) to adopt a Declaration of Policy urging the Retirement Board to divest from fossil fuels; and to amend the Charter of the City and County of San Francisco to require that one of the members of the Retirement Board who is currently appointed by the Mayor shall instead be appointed by the Board of Supervisors, and to require the Board of Supervisors-appointed member to be experienced with the management of investment portfolios based on environmental, social, and governance factors; at election to be held on June 7, 2022.

HousingEnvironmentGovernance & Elections
By Connie Chan, Myrna Melgar
4-0
Charter Amendment#211289
Dec 28, 2021

This charter amendment aimed to simplify the approval process for certain affordable housing projects by reducing the need for discretionary reviews by city boards and allowing the Planning Department to handle reviews directly. The proposal was ultimately not approved.

Charter Amendment (Second Draft) to amend the Charter of the City and County of San Francisco to provide for streamlined review of eligible affordable housing projects by limiting discretionary review by City boards and commissions, and providing for Planning Department ministerial review in lieu of approvals by or certain appeals to City boards and commissions; to make corresponding amendments to the Planning Code and the Business and Tax Regulations Code; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and making findings of compliance with the General Plan and Planning Code, Section 101.1 and findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare under Planning Code, Section 302; at an election to be held on June 7, 2022.

HousingGovernance & ElectionsLand Use & Planning
Killed
3-1
Ordinance#211290
Dec 28, 2021

This ordinance calls for a special election on June 7, 2022, to let voters decide on a $400 million bond for transportation and street safety improvements in San Francisco. It also allows landlords to pass on half of the resulting property tax increase to tenants and requires certain projects to follow a Project Labor Agreement.

Ordinance calling and providing for a special election to be held in the City and County of San Francisco on Tuesday, June 7, 2022, for the purpose of submitting to San Francisco voters a proposition to incur the following bonded indebtedness of the City and County: $400,000,000 to finance the costs of construction, acquisition, and improvement of certain transportation, street safety and transit related capital improvements, and related costs necessary or convenient for the foregoing purposes; authorizing landlords to pass-through 50% of the resulting property tax increase to residential tenants under Administrative Code, Chapter 37; applying provisions of Administrative Code, Section 6.27, requiring certain funded projects to be subject to a Project Labor Agreement; providing for the levy and collection of taxes to pay both principal and interest on such bonds; incorporating the provisions of Administrative Code, Sections 5.30 through 5.36, setting certain procedures and requirements for the election; finding that the proposed bond is not a project under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); and finding that the proposed bond is in conformity with the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1(b), and with the General Plan consistency requirements of Charter, Section 4.105, and Administrative Code, Section 2A.53.

TransportationBudget & TaxesLand Use & Planning
By Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman, Shamann Walton
16-0
Ordinance#211292
Dec 27, 2021

This ordinance regulates street vending in San Francisco by requiring permits and establishing associated fees and enforcement measures. It also updates various city codes to align with these changes and merges the Port's vending permit program with the Public Works program.

Ordinance amending the Public Works Code to regulate vending, require permits for vending, and authorize permit fees and enforcement actions; amending provisions of the Administrative, Business and Tax Regulations, Park, and Police Codes to conform with those amendments; amending the Port Code to merge its permit program with the Public Works permit program; repealing reporting provisions from the Health Code; and adopting findings under the California Environmental Quality Act.

Budget & TaxesEnvironmentBusiness & Economy
Passed
8-0
Ordinance#211296
Dec 27, 2021

This ordinance allows employees to request flexible or predictable work arrangements, unless it causes significant difficulty for the employer. It also requires employers to work with employees to find a suitable arrangement and enhances enforcement of these provisions.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to provide under the Family Friendly Ordinance that Employees shall be permitted a Flexible or Predictable Working Arrangement unless such an arrangement would cause an Employer undue hardship; requiring Employers to engage in an interactive process to find a mutually agreeable Flexible or Predictable Working Arrangement; strengthening enforcement of the Ordinance; and making other changes, as defined herein.

Business & EconomyGovernance & ElectionsSocial Services & Equity
By Connie Chan, Myrna Melgar, Shamann Walton
14-3
Ordinance#211233
Dec 27, 2021

This ordinance designates the Casa Sanchez Building at 2778-24th Street as a historic landmark, ensuring its preservation under city planning standards. It also confirms that the designation complies with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's general planning goals.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to designate 2778-24th Street (aka Casa Sanchez Building), Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 4210, Lot No. 018, 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, Rafael Mandelman
9-0
Hearing#211123
Dec 26, 2021

This legislation involves a public hearing to discuss expanding and updating the Infrastructure Financing Plan for the Treasure Island area. The hearing is scheduled for January 11, 2022, at 3:00 p.m.

Hearing of the Board of Supervisors sitting as a Committee of the Whole on January 11, 2022, at 3:00 p.m., to hold a public hearing to consider adding territory to and adopting amendments to the Infrastructure Financing Plan for City and County of San Francisco Infrastructure and Revitalization Financing District No. 1 (Treasure Island) and project areas therein; scheduled pursuant to the Resolution No. 481-21, adopted by the Board of Supervisors on October 19, 2021.

Governance & Elections
Filed
no vote
Ordinance#211094
Dec 24, 2021

This ordinance requires the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to analyze how prioritizing veterans for affordable housing may affect different groups in the community. The goal is to ensure that this preference does not unintentionally disadvantage other populations.

Ordinance directing the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to conduct a disparate impact analysis of granting a priority for veterans who qualify for an affordable housing preference under Administrative Code, Chapter 47.

HousingTransportationBudget & Taxes
By Shamann Walton
8-0 /1
Ordinance#201132
Dec 24, 2021

This ordinance expands the definition of "interested party" to include City contractors and others who influence City officials, and it prohibits certain City officials from soliciting donations from these interested parties. It aims to enhance transparency and reduce potential conflicts of interest in government dealings.

Ordinance amending the Campaign and Governmental Conduct Code to expand the definition of interested party to include City contractors, persons seeking to influence City officers and employees, registered contact lobbyists, permit consultants, and to prohibit elected officials, department heads, commissioners, and designated employees from soliciting behested payments from interested parties.

Budget & TaxesBusiness & EconomyGovernance & Elections
By Connie Chan, Shamann Walton
29-1 /2
Resolution#211108
Dec 24, 2021

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.

Honorary / Symbolic
By Connie Chan, Shamann Walton
6-0 /2
Resolution#211208
Dec 24, 2021

This resolution encourages bike and scooter share companies in San Francisco to improve rider compliance with existing rules and calls for the city’s transportation agency to create stricter permit conditions for future programs to enhance public safety, especially for vulnerable groups. It aims to ensure safer use of these shared transportation options for everyone.

Resolution urging permittees of San Francisco’s Bicycle Share and Powered Scooter Share Programs to implement measures to advance rider compliance with existing terms and conditions of San Francisco’s Bicycle Share and Powered Scooter Share Program requirements, and urging the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency and its Board of Directors to establish new permit terms and conditions for future permits that further serve the goal of ensuring the public health and safety of pedestrians, seniors, and people with disabilities.

TransportationPublic HealthSocial Services & Equity
By Connie Chan, Rafael Mandelman
6-0
Resolution#211270
Dec 24, 2021

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.

Honorary / Symbolic
By Rafael Mandelman, Shamann Walton
4-0
Resolution#211272
Dec 24, 2021

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).

Honorary / Symbolic
By Rafael Mandelman
4-0
Resolution#211271
Dec 24, 2021

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.

HousingHonorary / Symbolic
By Connie Chan, Rafael Mandelman
8-0
Ordinance#211300
Dec 23, 2021

This ordinance creates a new zoning district called the Group Housing Special Use District to regulate group housing developments in San Francisco. It also confirms that the Planning Department's environmental review meets state requirements and aligns with the city's General Plan and priority policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to create the Group Housing Special Use District; 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.

HousingEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Myrna Melgar
17-0 /1
Motion#211320
Dec 23, 2021

The motion allows the City to respond quickly to a local emergency due to increased drug overdoses in the Tenderloin by enabling emergency procurement of services and facilities, and by waiving certain regulations to expedite assistance. It also requires City employees to cooperate with the Department of Emergency Management to secure funding and address the crisis effectively.

Motion concurring in the December 17, 2021, Proclamation by the Mayor Declaring the Existence of a Local Emergency in connection with the sudden increase in drug overdoses in the Tenderloin, and concurring in actions taken to meet the emergency to: 1) require City employees and officers to take all steps requested by the Executive Director of the Department of Emergency Management (“DEM”) to address the emergency conditions; 2) require all City employees and officers to take all steps requested by the Executive Director of DEM to qualify the City for funding as may be available to reimburse the City for the expenses it incurs in addressing this emergency; 3) allow departments to procure services, goods, and public works relating to the emergency using emergency procurement procedures, and waive any applicable requirement of Civil Service Commission approval of such contracts; and 4) allow the implementation in the Tenderloin of temporary facilities for purposes of offering services as part of the emergency response, and waive any provision in City law that limits or restricts the City’s deployment of such facilities, and any applicable local requirements for public notice, the filing or approval of a permit application, or payment of fees related to that response.

Budget & TaxesPublic HealthGovernance & Elections
Passed
3-1
Motion#211319
Dec 23, 2021

This motion allows City policy bodies to hold meetings remotely due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with some exceptions for in-person meetings. It also mandates that members of these bodies be fully vaccinated by January 31, 2022.

Motion concurring in actions taken by the Mayor in the Forty-First Supplement to the Proclamation of Emergency to meet the ongoing local emergency related to the novel coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic by requiring City policy bodies to hold meetings by teleconference or other remote technology, subject to exceptions for: 1) City policy bodies that receive permission to meet in person to act on personnel matters; 2) beginning on January 8, 2022, the Redistricting Task Force; and 3) City policies bodies that receive permission to meet in person based on a finding that holding an in-person meeting would provide a significant benefit to the public; and requiring members of City policy bodies to be fully vaccinated by January 31, 2022.

Public SafetyPublic HealthGovernance & Elections
By Shamann Walton
4-0
Motion#211322
Dec 23, 2021

This motion schedules a public hearing for the Board of Supervisors to discuss the Mayor's proclamation regarding a local emergency due to drug overdoses in the Tenderloin. The hearing will take place on January 4, 2022, at 3:00 p.m. during the regular meeting.

Motion scheduling the Board of Supervisors to sit as a Committee of the Whole on January 4, 2022, at 3:00 p.m., during the regular Board of Supervisors Meeting, to hold a public hearing on the Mayor’s December 17, 2021 Proclamation of a Local Emergency Relating to Drug Overdoses in the Tenderloin.

Public SafetyPublic Health
Passed
4-0
Motion#211324
Dec 23, 2021

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.

Public SafetyPublic HealthHonorary / Symbolic
Filed
10-2
Hearing#211323
Dec 23, 2021

This legislation schedules a public hearing for the Board of Supervisors to discuss Mayor London N. Breed's proclamation of a local emergency concerning drug overdoses in the Tenderloin. The hearing is set for March 15, 2022, at 3:00 p.m.

Hearing of the Board of Supervisors convening as a Committee of the Whole on March 15, 2022, at 3:00 p.m., to hold a public hearing on Mayor London N. Breed’s December 17, 2021, Proclamation of a Local Emergency Relating to Drug Overdoses in the Tenderloin; scheduled pursuant to Motion No. M22-002, approved on January 4, 2022.

Public SafetyPublic Health
Filed
6-2
Ordinance#211297
Dec 23, 2021

This ordinance requires owners of certain residential construction projects to maintain a labor compliance bond and meet specific reporting and labor standards to release the bond. It also mandates that a labor compliance bond must be filed to obtain a construction permit.

Ordinance amending the Police Code to add Article 33O to require owners of certain residential construction projects to maintain a labor compliance bond and to condition release of such bond on specified reporting and labor standards compliance for work on the project; and amending the Building Code to require owners of such projects to file a labor compliance bond as a condition of receiving a permit for construction.

HousingBusiness & EconomyLand Use & Planning
By Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman
11-0 /1
Ordinance#211299
Dec 23, 2021

This ordinance updates the definition of Group Housing in the Planning Code and confirms that the changes comply with environmental regulations and the city's General Plan. It also establishes that the revisions serve the public's needs and welfare.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to revise the definition of Group Housing; 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.

HousingEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman, Shamann Walton
11-0
Ordinance#211301
Dec 23, 2021

This ordinance requires city departments to review permits within 30 days and limits the issuance of fines for shared spaces violations until April 1, 2023, except for specific safety and access issues. It also directs departments to end the temporary shared spaces program by March 31, 2023, unless the local emergency is terminated earlier.

Ordinance amending the Administrative and Public Works Codes to urge departments to review permits within 30 days, limit until April 1, 2023, the issuance of fines for violations of shared spaces requirements except to enforce access requirements for persons with disabilities or first responder personnel, pedestrian and vehicular safety, and removal of abandoned structures, and directing departments to wind down the temporary program no later than March 31, 2023, subject to earlier termination of the Local Emergency; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

Public SafetyTransportationEnvironment
By Connie Chan, Myrna Melgar
15-0
Ordinance#211263
Dec 23, 2021

This ordinance updates the zoning rules for massage establishments to align them more closely with health services, allowing them to be primarily permitted when they are an accessory to a health service. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations and the city's planning priorities.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to revise Massage Establishment zoning controls to regulate Massage Establishments generally consistent with regulation of Health Services, with some exceptions, including to make Massage Establishments principally permitted if accessory to a Health Service; 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.

Public HealthEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Rafael Mandelman
17-0
Resolution#211043
Dec 23, 2021

This resolution allows the Treasure Island Yacht Club to transfer its liquor license for selling beer, wine, and distilled spirits to its new location at One Avenue of the Palms. It has been determined that this transfer will benefit the public in San Francisco.

Resolution determining that the premise-to-premise transfer of a Type-51 non-profit club on-sale beer, wine, and distilled spirits liquor license to Treasure Island Yacht Club, Inc., to do business as The Treasure Island Yacht Club, located at One Avenue of the Palms, Building One, Suite 133 (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.

Business & Economy
Passed
4-0
Resolution#211124
Dec 23, 2021

This resolution approves the transfer of a liquor license for Bottle Bacchanal, a business at 4126-18 Street, to sell beer, wine, and distilled spirits. It also requests that the state impose specific conditions on the license to ensure it meets public needs.

Resolution determining the transfer of a Type-21 off-sale general beer, wine, and distilled spirits liquor license to Bottle Bacchanal, LLC, doing business as Bottle Bacchanal, located at 4126-18 Street (District 8), 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
4-0
Resolution#211105
Dec 23, 2021

This resolution expresses San Francisco's support for providing small businesses with notice and resources to help them comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act when facing lawsuits or violations. It also calls for more assistance and information to aid these businesses in meeting ADA requirements.

Resolution stating that the City and County of San Francisco supports notice and compliance opportunities for small businesses facing lawsuits or violations related to Americans with Disabilities Act accommodations; and calling for additional support, assistance, and information for Small Businesses to comply with the American with Disabilities Act.

Business & EconomySocial Services & Equity
Filed
no vote
Ordinance#211074
Dec 22, 2021

This ordinance authorizes the City and County of San Francisco to settle a lawsuit for $2.5 million related to an officer-involved shooting that resulted in the death of Keita O'Neil. The lawsuit was filed by Judy O'Neil in December 2017.

Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Judy O’Neil against the City and County of San Francisco for $2,500,000; the lawsuit was filed on December 19, 2017, in U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, Case No. 17-cv-07190; entitled Judy O’Neil v. City and County of San Francisco, et al.; the lawsuit involves an officer involved shooting that resulted in the death of Keita O’Neil.

Governance & Elections
Passed
8-0 /2
Ordinance#211046
Dec 22, 2021

This ordinance allocates $31,630,000 from special tax bonds to fund public facilities and infrastructure for the Treasure Island Development Project for the fiscal year 2021-2022. It also requires that these funds be placed in the Controller's reserve.

Ordinance appropriating $31,630,000 from the issuance of one or more series of Special Tax Bonds of the City’s Improvement Area No. 2 of the Community Facilities District No. 2016-1 (Treasure Island) for funding of certain public facilities and infrastructure for the Treasure Island Development Project in Fiscal Year (FY) 2021-2022; and placing such amounts on Controller's reserve.

TransportationBudget & Taxes
Passed
7-0 /1
Ordinance#211098
Dec 22, 2021

The ordinance waives the fee for temporary street space occupancy permits on specific dates in December 2021 to encourage sidewalk sales during the holiday season. This allows businesses to set up sales on city streets without the usual permit cost.

Ordinance waiving the fee required by Public Works Code, Section 724.1(b), for temporary street space occupancy permits on City streets on Saturday, December 4, 2021, Sunday, December 5, 2021, Saturday, December 11, 2021, and Sunday, December 12, 2021, to promote sidewalk sales of merchandise during the holiday season.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
By Rafael Mandelman
7-0 /1
Ordinance#211125
Dec 22, 2021

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.

EnvironmentGovernance & ElectionsHonorary / Symbolic
Passed
8-0 /2
Ordinance#210381
Dec 22, 2021

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.

Public HealthLand Use & PlanningHonorary / Symbolic
By Rafael Mandelman
11-0 /1
Ordinance#210452
Dec 22, 2021

This ordinance allows certain existing medical cannabis dispensaries to switch to cannabis retail without needing to notify or seek approval from the neighborhood. It also confirms that this change aligns with environmental regulations and city planning policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to exempt Grandfathered Medical Cannabis Dispensaries that convert to Cannabis Retail Uses from neighborhood notification and review requirements; 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.

Public HealthEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
Passed
12-0 /1
Resolution#200395
Dec 22, 2021

This resolution approves an increase in funding and an extension of the contract between the Department of Public Health and the San Francisco Public Health Foundation for the Sugary Drinks Distributor Project. The total contract amount will rise to nearly $19.6 million and will now run until June 30, 2026.

Resolution approving an amendment to an agreement between the Department of Public Health (DPH) and the San Francisco Public Health Foundation for program administration and support services for the San Francisco Sugary Drinks Distributor Project; to increase the contract amount by $9,632,598 for a total amount not to exceed $19,622,270; and to extend the contract term by four years for a total agreement term of April 1, 2019, through June 30, 2026; and to authorize DPH to enter into amendments or modifications to the contract prior to its final execution by all parties that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of this contract.

Budget & TaxesPublic Health
Passed
6-0
Resolution#211081
Dec 22, 2021

The resolution establishes the prevailing wage rates for various categories of workers involved in City contracts, including those in public works, janitorial services, and security. It ensures that these workers receive fair compensation 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
Passed
4-0
Resolution#211084
Dec 22, 2021

This resolution approves leases for food and beverage concessions at the Harvey Milk Terminal 1 in San Francisco International Airport for a 12-year term, with a possible two-year extension. The leases will start once approved by the Board of Supervisors and require a minimum annual payment of $545,000 for the first year.

Resolution approving the Harvey Milk Terminal 1 Food and Beverage Concession Leases in Phases 3 and 4 - Lease 12, Lease No. 20-0042 between HFF SFO TWO, LLC, and the City and County of San Francisco, acting by and through its Airport Commission, for a term of 12 years with one two-year option to extend at the Airport’s sole discretion, and a minimum annual guarantee of $545,000 for the first year of the Lease, to commence upon approval by the Board of Supervisors.

Governance & ElectionsSocial Services & Equity
Passed
4-0
Resolution#211085
Dec 22, 2021

This resolution approves food and beverage concession leases for Harvey Milk Terminal 1 at the airport, allowing Heigh Connects, LLC to operate for 12 years with a possible two-year extension. The lease includes a minimum annual payment of $570,000 for the first year, starting after the Board of Supervisors' approval.

Resolution approving the Harvey Milk Terminal 1 Food and Beverage Concession Leases in Phases 3 and 4 - Lease 14, Lease No. 20-0044 between Heigh Connects, LLC, and the City and County of San Francisco, acting by and through its Airport Commission, for a term of 12 years with one two-year option to extend at the Airport’s sole discretion, and a minimum annual guarantee of $570,000 for the first year of the Lease, to commence upon approval by the Board of Supervisors.

Governance & ElectionsSocial Services & Equity
Passed
4-0
Resolution#211128
Dec 22, 2021

This resolution allows the Office of the District Attorney to use a $321,357 grant from the California Department of Insurance for the Automobile Insurance Fraud 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 Office of the District Attorney to accept and expend a grant in the amount of $321,357 from the California Department of Insurance for the Automobile Insurance Fraud Program, for the grant period of July 1, 2021, through June 30, 2022.

Public SafetyBudget & Taxes
Passed
4-0
Resolution#211142
Dec 22, 2021

This resolution allows the Department of the Environment to partner with other cities and organizations by granting them a free, permanent license to use San Francisco's Zero Waste Signmaker Tool. The goal is to promote waste reduction and sustainability efforts beyond the city.

Resolution authorizing the Department of the Environment to enter into agreements with other municipalities and entities under which the City will grant a royalty free, irrevocable, and perpetual license to use the City’s Zero Waste Signmaker Tool.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
Passed
4-0
Resolution#211143
Dec 22, 2021

This resolution allows the Office of the Treasurer and Tax Collector to use a $130,000 grant from Larkin Street Youth Services to provide financial coaching for Transitional Age Youth as part of the Rising Up campaign for the year 2022. The goal is to support young people in managing their finances effectively.

Resolution authorizing the Office of the Treasurer and Tax Collector to accept and expend a grant in the amount of $130,000 from Larkin Street Youth Services for the purpose of providing one-on-one financial coaching to Transitional Age Youth through the Rising Up campaign from January 1, 2022, through December 31, 2022.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
Passed
4-0
Resolution#211152
Dec 22, 2021

This resolution allows San Francisco to reimburse certain expenses related to the Kelsey Civic Center project using up to $73.4 million from future bonds. It also authorizes the Mayor's Office of Housing and Community Development to apply for residential mortgage revenue bonds to support this project.

Resolution declaring the intent of the City and County of San Francisco (“City”) to reimburse certain expenditures from proceeds of future bonded indebtedness in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $73,400,000 in one or more series of bonds on a tax-exempt or taxable basis; authorizing the Director of the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development (“Director”) to submit an application and related documents to the California Debt Limit Allocation Committee (“CDLAC”) to permit the issuance of residential mortgage revenue bonds in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $73,400,000 for 240 Van Ness Avenue (The Kelsey Civic Center); authorizing and directing the Director to direct the Controller’s Office to hold in trust an amount not to exceed $100,000 in accordance with CDLAC procedures; authorizing the Director to certify to CDLAC that the City has on deposit the required amount; authorizing the Director to pay an amount equal to such deposit to the State of California if the City fails to issue the residential mortgage revenue bonds; authorizing and directing the execution of any documents necessary to implement this Resolution, as defined herein; and ratifying and approving any action heretofore taken in connection with the Project, as defined herein, and the Application, as defined herein.

HousingTransportationBudget & Taxes
Passed
4-0
Resolution#211153
Dec 22, 2021

This resolution allows San Francisco to reimburse certain expenses using up to $58 million from future tax-exempt bonds for a project at 4200 Geary Boulevard. It also authorizes the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to apply for the necessary approvals to issue these bonds.

Resolution declaring the intent of the City and County of San Francisco (“City”) to reimburse certain expenditures from proceeds of future tax-exempt bonded indebtedness in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $58,009,000 in one or more series of bonds on a tax-exempt or taxable basis; authorizing the Director of the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development (“Director”) to submit an application and related documents to the California Debt Limit Allocation Committee (“CDLAC”) to permit the issuance of residential mortgage revenue bonds in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $58,009,000 for 4200 Geary Boulevard (San Francisco, California 94118); authorizing and directing the Director to direct the Controller’s Office to hold in trust an amount not to exceed $100,000 in accordance with CDLAC procedures; authorizing the Director to certify to CDLAC that the City has on deposit the required amount; authorizing the Director to pay an amount equal to such deposit to the State of California if the City fails to issue the residential mortgage revenue bonds; authorizing and directing the execution of any documents necessary to implement this Resolution, as defined herein; and ratifying and approving any action heretofore taken in connection with the Project, as defined herein, and the Application, as defined herein.

HousingTransportationBudget & Taxes
By Connie Chan
4-0
Resolution#211205
Dec 22, 2021

This resolution allows the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to spend $1,025,000 from the South of Market Community Stabilization Fund to support residents and businesses affected by destabilization in the SoMa area for the year 2022. The funding aims to address various impacts experienced by the community during that time.

Resolution authorizing the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to expend South of Market (SoMa) Community Stabilization Fund dollars in the amount of $1,025,000 to address various impacts of destabilization on residents and businesses in SoMa from January 1, 2022, through December 31, 2022.

HousingTransportationBudget & Taxes
Passed
4-0
Resolution#211198
Dec 22, 2021

This resolution approves the expansion of the Infrastructure and Revitalization Financing District No. 1 on Treasure Island and updates its financing plan. It also addresses related administrative matters.

Resolution approving addition of territory to and adoption of amendments to the Infrastructure Financing Plan for the City and County of San Francisco Infrastructure and Revitalization Financing District No. 1 (Treasure Island) and project areas therein; and determining other matters in connection therewith, as defined herein.

Governance & Elections
Passed
5-0 /1
Ordinance#211294
Dec 22, 2021

This ordinance establishes the Office of Cyber Security and creates the position of Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to oversee the protection of the city's digital infrastructure. It also mandates that each department appoint a Department Information Security Officer and outlines the leadership structure for the Committee on Information Technology.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to establish the Office of Cyber Security and the position of Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) who, in coordination with department technology professionals, is responsible for preventing, detecting, and remediating the damage to City infrastructure and information resources from cyber-related incidents; require departments to appoint a Department Information Security Officer; add the CISO as a permanent member of the Committee on Information Technology (COIT); name the City Administrator or designee as Chair of COIT; and provide that the City Administrator with the Mayor’s concurrence appoints the Chief Information Officer (CIO).

Governance & Elections
Passed
12-0
Ordinance#211303
Dec 22, 2021

This ordinance requires the Director of Elections to provide information about San Francisco's open source voting pilot program to the California Secretary of State and to implement the program for the November 8, 2022, election once approved. It aims to enhance transparency and security in the voting process.

Ordinance amending the Municipal Elections Code to require the Director of Elections to submit information documenting the City’s intended open source voting pilot program to the California Secretary of State, on behalf of the Board of Supervisors, and, upon approval of the Secretary of State, to implement such a system for use at the November 8, 2022, election.

TransportationGovernance & Elections
By Rafael Mandelman, Shamann Walton
10-0
Hearing#211316
Dec 22, 2021

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.

Governance & ElectionsHonorary / Symbolic
Filed
2-0
Ordinance#211095
Dec 21, 2021

This ordinance reduces or eliminates fees for park admission and facility use for veterans and active military members living in San Francisco. It also allows for discounts to be extended to all veterans and active members once funding is certified.

Ordinance amending the Park Code to reduce or eliminate fees for admission to and use of certain facilities on park property for veterans and active members of the United States Armed Forces who reside in San Francisco; and expanding said discounts to all veterans and active members upon certification of funds by the Controller.

Budget & TaxesEnvironment
By Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman, Shamann Walton
10-0 /2
Resolution#211204
Dec 21, 2021

The resolution approves the purchase of two properties at 822 Geary Street and 629 Hyde Street for $6.32 million, including closing costs. It also authorizes the Director of Property to finalize the purchase and ensures compliance with environmental and planning regulations.

Resolution 1) approving and authorizing the Director of Property to acquire certain real property located at 822 Geary Street and 629 Hyde Street (“Property”); 2) approving and authorizing an Agreement of Purchase and Sale for Real Estate for the acquisition of the Property, for the purchase price of $6,300,000 plus an estimated $20,000 for typical closing costs, for a total amount of $6,320,000 from Georgios Markoulakis and Crisula Markoulakis, as Trustees of the Markoulakis Family Trust, Dated November 6, 2008 (“Purchase Agreement”); 3) authorizing the Director of Property to execute the Purchase Agreement, make certain modifications, and take certain actions in furtherance of this Resolution and the Purchase Agreement, as defined herein; 4) affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; 5) adopting the Planning Department’s findings that the Purchase Agreement, and the transaction contemplated therein, is consistent with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and 6) requesting the Director of Health to make certain subsequent reports to the Board of Supervisors relating to the Property, as defined herein.

HousingEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Rafael Mandelman
8-0
Resolution#211314
Dec 21, 2021

This resolution approves the annual report for the Dogpatch & Northwest Potrero Hill Green Benefit District for the fiscal year 2020-2021, as mandated by state law and the district's agreement with the city. It ensures that the district's activities and financials are reviewed and acknowledged by the city.

Resolution receiving and approving an annual report for the Dogpatch & Northwest Potrero Hill Green Benefit District for Fiscal Year (FY) 2020-2021, submitted as required by the Property and Business Improvement District Law of 1994 (California Streets and Highways Code, Sections 36600, et seq.), Section 36650, and the District’s management agreement with the City, Section 3.4.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
By Shamann Walton
4-0
Hearing#211315
Dec 21, 2021

This legislation involves a hearing to review the annual report for the Dogpatch and Northwest Potrero Hill Green Benefit District for the fiscal year 2020-2021. It requests a report from the Green Benefit District Executive Director and Public Works.

Hearing on the Dogpatch and Northwest Potrero Hill Green Benefit District - Annual Report for Fiscal Year (FY) 2020-2021; and requesting the Green Benefit District Executive Director and Public Works to report.

Budget & TaxesEnvironment
By Shamann Walton
no vote
Hearing#211318
Dec 21, 2021

The hearing will evaluate how the $120 million allocated to the Dream Keepers Initiative has been spent and identify additional needs the initiative can address. Various city departments, including the Human Rights Commission and the Department of Public Health, have been asked to provide reports on this matter.

Hearing on the resources allocated for the Dream Keepers Initiative, specifically on which programs have been funded by the allocated $120,000,000 and assessing other needs that the Dream Keepers Initiative can support; requesting the Human Rights Commission, Office of Economic and Workforce Development, Mayor's Office of Housing and Community Development, Department of Children Youth and their Families, Arts Commission, Department of Public Health, Office of Early Care and Education, Fire Department, and Department of Human Resources to report.

Public HealthBusiness & EconomySocial Services & Equity
By Shamann Walton
3-0
Ordinance#211092
Dec 20, 2021

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.

EnvironmentLand Use & PlanningHonorary / Symbolic
Filed
7-0
Motion#211274
Dec 20, 2021

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.

TransportationEnvironmentHonorary / Symbolic
Passed
4-0
Motion#211275
Dec 20, 2021

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.

TransportationEnvironmentHonorary / Symbolic
Passed
4-0
Motion#211253
Dec 20, 2021

This motion approves the final map for a mixed-use condominium project with four residential units and one commercial unit at 4064-24th Street. It also confirms that the project aligns with the city's General Plan and priority policies.

Motion approving Final Map No. 9988, a four residential unit and one commercial unit, mixed-use condominium project, located at 4064-24th Street, being a subdivision of Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 3656, Lot No. 019; and adopting findings pursuant to the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.

HousingTransportationLand Use & Planning
Passed
4-0
Motion#211254
Dec 20, 2021

This motion approves the final map for a mixed-use condominium project at 700-36th Avenue, which will include six residential units and one commercial unit. It also confirms that the project aligns with the city's General Plan and planning policies.

Motion approving Final Map No. 10282, a six residential unit and one commercial unit, mixed-use condominium project, located at 700-36th Avenue, being a subdivision of Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 1609, Lot No. 021F; and adopting findings pursuant to the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.

HousingBusiness & EconomyLand Use & Planning
Passed
4-0
Motion#211255
Dec 20, 2021

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.

HousingLand Use & PlanningHonorary / Symbolic
Passed
4-0
Motion#211256
Dec 20, 2021

This motion approves the final map for a mixed-use condominium project with five residential units and one commercial unit at 3822-3824 24th Street. It also confirms that the project aligns with the city's General Plan and planning policies.

Motion approving Final Map No. 10056, a five residential unit and one commercial unit, mixed-use condominium project, located at 3822-3824 24th Street, being a subdivision of Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 3651, Lot No. 018; and adopting findings pursuant to the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.

HousingTransportationLand Use & Planning
Passed
4-0
Motion#211257
Dec 20, 2021

This motion approves the final map for a mixed-use condominium project at 1244 Larkin Street, which will include three residential units and three commercial units. It also confirms that the project aligns with the city's General Plan and planning policies.

Motion approving Final Map No. 10720, a three residential unit and three commercial unit, mixed-use condominium project, located at 1244 Larkin Street, being a subdivision of Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0278, Lot No. 010; and adopting findings pursuant to the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.

HousingTransportationLand Use & Planning
Passed
4-0
Motion#211259
Dec 20, 2021

This motion approves the final map for a condominium project with 23 residential units at 1335 Larkin Street. It also confirms that the project aligns with the city's General Plan and planning policies.

Motion approving Final Map No. 10625, a 23 residential unit condominium project, located at 1335 Larkin Street, being a subdivision of Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0645, Lot No. 003; and adopting findings pursuant to the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.

HousingTransportationLand Use & Planning
Passed
4-0
Resolution#211210
Dec 20, 2021

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.

TransportationEnvironmentHonorary / Symbolic
By Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman
4-0
Resolution#211209
Dec 20, 2021

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.

TransportationBusiness & EconomyHonorary / Symbolic
By Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman
8-0
Ordinance#211093
Dec 20, 2021

This ordinance allows bars to operate in the Castro Street Neighborhood Commercial District under certain conditions. It also confirms that this decision aligns with environmental regulations and city planning policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to conditionally permit Bars in the Castro Street Neighborhood Commercial 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 under Planning Code, Section 302.

EnvironmentBusiness & EconomyLand Use & Planning
By Rafael Mandelman
9-0
Ordinance#211230
Dec 18, 2021

This ordinance proposes to close off a section of Michigan Street to improve the MUNI Metro East maintenance facility, pending approval from the SFMTA Board. It also transfers the vacated area from Public Works to SFMTA and confirms that the project aligns with city planning policies.

Draft Ordinance ordering the summary street vacation of a portion of Michigan Street, generally bounded by Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 4298 to the north and west, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 4310 to the east, and Cesar Chavez Street to the south, as part of the improvement of the MUNI Metro East maintenance facility, subject to the approval of the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (“SFMTA”) Board of Directors; approving the interdepartmental transfer of the vacation area from Public Works to SFMTA, subject to the approval of the SFMTA Board of Directors; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; adopting findings that the actions contemplated in this Ordinance are consistent with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and authorizing official acts in furtherance of this Ordinance, as defined herein.

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
Filed
no vote
Ordinance#211293
Dec 17, 2021

This ordinance waives the requirement for the San Francisco Unified School District to repay the City $26.6 million from a voter-approved parcel tax. It also cancels the directive for the Controller to transfer funds from the parcel tax revenues to repay the General Fund.

Ordinance waiving the condition in Ordinance Nos. 33-19 and 169-19 that required the San Francisco Unified School District to repay the City a total amount of $26,600,000 using revenues from the voter-approved parcel tax in June 2018’s Proposition G; and rescinding the direction in those Ordinances to the Controller to transfer funds from accumulated balances of Proposition G revenues to repay the General Fund advances.

Budget & Taxes
Passed
9-0
Resolution#211311
Dec 17, 2021

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.

TransportationSocial Services & EquityHonorary / Symbolic
By Connie Chan, Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman
5-0
Hearing#211317
Dec 17, 2021

This hearing will discuss recommendations from the Close Juvenile Hall Work Group regarding the Youth Guidance Center and gather input from the community and experts on current services. It also requests a report from the Human Rights Commission.

Hearing on the Close Juvenile Hall Work Group recommendations for adoption and to hear from community, experts, and departments on the services offered at the current Youth Guidance Center; and requesting Human Rights Commission to report.

HousingTransportationGovernance & Elections
By Shamann Walton
2-0 /2
Ordinance#211099
Dec 17, 2021

This ordinance allows the Office of Economic and Workforce Development to place up to 300 banners each year for three years without paying fees, promoting the "Shop & Dine in the 49" campaign. It also confirms that the Planning Department's assessment complies with environmental regulations.

Ordinance waiving the banner fees under Public Works Code, Section 184.78, for the placement of up to 300 banners per year, for three years starting on November 20, 2021, by the Office of Economic and Workforce Development to publicize the City’s “Shop & Dine in the 49” campaign; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

Budget & TaxesEnvironmentBusiness & Economy
By Rafael Mandelman
7-0 /1
Ordinance#211023
Dec 17, 2021

The ordinance authorizes a $3,250,000 settlement for a lawsuit regarding alleged medical negligence against the City and County of San Francisco. It also includes a waiver of future wrongful death claims by certain individuals involved in the case.

Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by David Joslyn against the City and County of San Francisco for $3,250,000; the lawsuit was filed on October 2, 2019, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-19-579230; entitled David Joslyn, et al. v. City and County of San Francisco, et al.; the lawsuit involves alleged personal injury from medical negligence; other material terms of the settlement are that Iris Solano, Frederick Stewart Joslyn and Iris Lorraine Solano waive any potential future claims for wrongful death.

Public Health
Passed
8-0 /2
Ordinance#211024
Dec 17, 2021

The ordinance authorizes a $2 million settlement for a lawsuit related to the wrongful death of the plaintiffs' husband and son against the City and County of San Francisco. This lawsuit was filed in May 2020 and has now been resolved with this settlement.

Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Huan Zheng Fang and Zhourong Fang against the City and County of San Francisco for $2,000,000; the lawsuit was filed on May 18, 2020, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-20-584474; entitled Huan Zheng Fang, et al. v. City and County of San Francisco, et al.; the lawsuit involves the wrongful death of plaintiffs’ husband and son.

Governance & Elections
Passed
8-0 /2
Ordinance#211068
Dec 17, 2021

This ordinance authorizes the City and County of San Francisco to settle a lawsuit for $45,000 related to a flooding incident in the plaintiff's home. The lawsuit was filed by Tamsyn Waterhouse in March 2020.

Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Tamsyn Waterhouse against the City and County of San Francisco for $45,000; the lawsuit was filed on March 6, 2020, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-20-583543; entitled Tamsyn Waterhouse v. City and County of San Francisco; the lawsuit involves a flooding event inside the plaintiff’s home.

Environment
Passed
8-0 /2
Ordinance#211069
Dec 17, 2021

This ordinance authorizes the City and County of San Francisco to settle a lawsuit for $135,000 related to a personal injury claim from a motor vehicle accident. The lawsuit was filed by Christina and Jeremy Yiu in December 2019.

Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Christina Yiu and Jeremy Yiu against the City and County of San Francisco for $135,000; the lawsuit was filed on December 4, 2019, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-19-581298; entitled Christina Yiu, et al. v. City and County of San Francisco, et al.; the lawsuit involves alleged personal injury arising from a motor vehicle accident.

Governance & Elections
Passed
8-0 /2