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Resolution#221088
May 26, 2023

This resolution urges the Recreation and Park Commission to remove the name "Stow" from the Lake, Boathouse, and Drive in Golden Gate Park and to rename these locations to better reflect San Francisco's commitment to diversity. The resolution has been passed.

Resolution urging the Recreation and Park Commission to remove the name Stow from the Lake at John F. Kennedy Drive and Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, the Boathouse located in Golden Gate Park surrounding Strawberry Hill, and the Drive circling Strawberry Hill; and to rename the Lake, Boathouse, and Drive to a name that reflects San Francisco’s expressed values of celebrating diversity.

EnvironmentGovernance & ElectionsHonorary / Symbolic
By Connie Chan, Matt Dorsey, Myrna Melgar
6-0
Ordinance#230569
May 25, 2023

This ordinance extends the San Francisco Sentencing Commission's existence until June 30, 2026. It amends the Administrative Code to reflect this new sunset date.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to extend the sunset date of the San Francisco Sentencing Commission to June 30, 2026.

Governance & Elections
By Rafael Mandelman
12-0
Ordinance#230557
May 23, 2023

The ordinance approves an extension of contracts with the U.S. Department of Energy for low-cost power delivery to Treasure Island and Yerba Buena Island, increasing the total contract amount to $41.5 million and extending the term until December 31, 2029. It also includes provisions for the City to indemnify the U.S. against claims and waives certain administrative requirements.

Ordinance approving the fourth amendments to two contracts between the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) and the United States Department of Energy Western Area Power Administration for delivery of low-cost power and scheduling coordinator services to Treasure Island and Yerba Buena Island to extend the term by five years and three months from October 1, 2024, for a total term of September 1, 2005, through December 31, 2029, and increasing the maximum amount of the agreements to $41,500,000; approving the City indemnifying and holding harmless the United States against claims arising from the City’s activities under the contract; waiving Administrative Code requirements that a City contract contain a statement of guaranteed maximum costs and a statement regarding liability of claimants for submitting false claims; and waiving certain other Administrative Code and Environment Code requirements upon findings made by the SFPUC General Manager.

Budget & TaxesGovernance & ElectionsHonorary / Symbolic
Passed
12-0
Resolution#230625
May 23, 2023

This resolution approves an emergency declaration allowing the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission to contract for repairs on Cherry Lake Road and Hetch Hetchy Road, which were damaged by severe winter storms. The total cost for these emergency repairs is estimated to be up to $20 million.

Resolution approving an emergency declaration of the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission, pursuant to Administrative Code, Section 6.60, to contract resources to repair the road failures on Cherry Lake Road and Hetch Hetchy Road, which were damaged by above normal precipitation and a series of recent winter storms, with a total estimated emergency contract cost not to exceed $20,000,000.

Public SafetyTransportationGovernance & Elections
Passed
7-0 /2
Ordinance#230556
May 23, 2023

This ordinance authorizes the City and County of San Francisco to settle a lawsuit for $195,000 related to an officer-involved shooting. The lawsuit was filed by Xavier Pittman in April 2022.

Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Xavier Pittman against the City and County of San Francisco for $195,000; the lawsuit was filed on April 19, 2022, in United States District Court for the Northern District of California, Case No. 22-cv-02412-LB; entitled Xavier Pittman v. City and County of San Francisco, et al.; the lawsuit involves an officer involved shooting.

Governance & Elections
Passed
10-0 /1
Ordinance#230448
May 22, 2023

This ordinance establishes a formal agreement between the City of San Francisco and the San Francisco Fire Fighters Union, outlining terms of employment and benefits for firefighters from July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2026. It has been officially passed and will guide labor relations during this period.

Ordinance adopting and implementing the Memorandum of Understanding between the City and County of San Francisco and San Francisco Fire Fighters Union Local 798, IAFF, AFL-CIO, Unit 1, to be effective July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2026.

Governance & Elections
Passed
17-0
Ordinance#230449
May 22, 2023

This ordinance formalizes an agreement between the City of San Francisco and the San Francisco Fire Fighters Union, outlining terms of employment and benefits for firefighters from July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2026. It has been officially passed and will guide labor relations during that period.

Ordinance adopting and implementing the Memorandum of Understanding between the City and County of San Francisco and San Francisco Fire Fighters Union Local 798, IAFF, AFL-CIO, Unit 2, to be effective July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2026.

Governance & Elections
Passed
17-0
Ordinance#221062
May 19, 2023

This ordinance requires the Board of Supervisors to approve policies related to the funding, acquisition, and use of specific law enforcement equipment by the Sheriff’s Department, in line with state law. It also approves the Sheriff’s Department's existing Use of Equipment Policy.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to require Board of Supervisors approval of a policy governing the funding, acquisition, and use of certain law enforcement equipment of the Sheriff’s Department consistent with the criteria set forth in state law; and approving the Sheriff’s Department’s Use of Equipment Policy.

Public SafetyBudget & TaxesGovernance & Elections
Passed
22-0 /1
Motion#230590
May 18, 2023

The motion was intended to approve or reject the Mayor's nomination of Vincent Yuen to the Sanitation and Streets Commission, with a term ending on July 1, 2026. However, the motion was ultimately killed and did not proceed.

Motion approving/rejecting the Mayor’s nomination for the appointment of Vincent Yuen to the Sanitation and Streets Commission, term ending July 1, 2026.

TransportationEnvironmentGovernance & Elections
Killed
2-0
Resolution#230473
May 17, 2023

This resolution allows San Francisco International Airport to issue up to $6.06 billion in refunding revenue bonds to refinance existing debt and up to $60.5 million for fuel storage facilities, among other financial measures. It also approves various financial arrangements, including lines of credit and loans, to support the airport's capital projects and operations.

Resolution approving the issuance of not to exceed $6,060,195,000 aggregate principal amount of San Francisco International Airport Second Series Refunding Revenue Bonds to refinance Bonds and Subordinate Bonds; approving the issuance of not to exceed $60,525,000 aggregate principal amount of San Francisco International Airport Special Facilities Bonds to refund bonds issued to finance fuel storage and delivery facilities; approving the issuance of not to exceed $262,530,000 aggregate principal amount of San Francisco International Airport Special Facilities Bonds to refund bonds issued to finance the Airport Hotel; approving revolving lines of credit and term loans in an available principal amount, together with the aggregate outstanding principal amount of Subordinate Bonds issued as Commercial Paper Notes, not to exceed $600,000,000; approving the purchase of Bonds or Subordinate Bonds by the Airport; approving the maximum interest rates, maturity dates and number of issues of such Capital Plan Bonds, Refunding Bonds, Subordinate Bonds and Special Facilities Bonds; approving certain Resolutions of the Airport Commission; and approving certain other related matters, as defined herein.

Budget & TaxesBusiness & EconomyGovernance & Elections
Passed
9-0
Ordinance#230531
May 16, 2023

This ordinance authorizes the City and County of San Francisco to settle a lawsuit for $45,000 related to a personal injury claim from a vehicle collision. The lawsuit was filed by Jonathan Valladares in October 2019.

Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Jonathan Valladares against the City and County of San Francisco for $45,000; the lawsuit was filed on October 3, 2019, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-19-579765; entitled Jonathan Valladares v. City and County of San Francisco, et al.; the lawsuit involves alleged personal injury from vehicle collision.

Governance & Elections
Passed
10-0 /1
Resolution#230580
May 16, 2023

This resolution approves changes to the financial agreements related to the purchase of the Balboa Reservoir, specifically a promissory note and a deed of trust. It allows for the adjustment of terms to facilitate the payment of the $11.4 million purchase price.

Resolution approving the terms and conditions of the First Amendment to the Secured Carry-Back Promissory Note and the First Amendment to the Deed of Trust securing payment of the Balboa Reservoir purchase price of $11,400,000.

Governance & Elections
By Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman
7-0
Resolution#230535
May 16, 2023

This resolution allows for a temporary pause on the time limit for The Mexican Museum to file a lawsuit against the City, in return for the museum agreeing to dismiss the case without prejudice. This means the museum can potentially refile the lawsuit later if needed.

Resolution approving a tolling agreement to toll the statute of limitations on The Mexican Museum’s lawsuit against the City in exchange for a dismissal without prejudice in The Mexican Museum v. City and County of San Francisco, et al., San Francisco Superior Case No. CGC-14-542509.

Governance & Elections
Passed
5-0 /1
Resolution#230070
May 11, 2023

This resolution urges the San Francisco Department of Human Resources to consider matching recruitment bonuses offered by competing law enforcement agencies to attract new police officers and sheriff deputies. It also calls for the Police Commission and Sheriff’s Department Oversight Board to create staffing plans to meet recommended staffing levels and improve recruitment efficiencies.

Resolution urging the San Francisco Department of Human Resources to explore ways to adopt policies to match top recruitment bonuses offered by law enforcement agencies in Northern California that compete for new and laterally hired police officers and sheriff deputies; urging the Police Commission and Sheriff’s Department Oversight Board to develop sworn staffing plans to achieve recommended full-duty police and sheriff staffing levels; and urging continued improved efficiencies in the recruitment and hiring of prospective San Francisco Police Department officers and San Francisco Sheriff’s Department Deputies.

Public SafetyGovernance & ElectionsHonorary / Symbolic
By Matt Dorsey, Rafael Mandelman
7-2
Motion#230539
May 9, 2023

This motion appoints Elizabeth Winograd to the Children and Families First Commission, with her term set to end on October 8, 2026. The commission focuses on improving the well-being of children and families in San Francisco.

Motion appointing Elizabeth Winograd, term ending October 8, 2026, to the Children and Families First Commission.

Governance & ElectionsSocial Services & Equity
Passed
7-0
Motion#230538
May 8, 2023

This motion appoints Saul Sugarman and David Pilpel to the Sunshine Ordinance Task Force, with their terms set to end on April 27, 2024. The Sunshine Ordinance Task Force is responsible for promoting transparency in government operations.

Motion appointing Saul Sugarman and David Pilpel, terms ending April 27, 2024, to the Sunshine Ordinance Task Force.

Governance & Elections
Passed
6-1
Ordinance#230482
May 8, 2023

This ordinance changes the Park Code by reducing the number of seats on the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Advisory Committee, allowing for alternate members, and permitting longer service terms. It also ensures that members have relevant experience in environmental justice, racial equity, and disability issues, and mandates that meetings be held at City Hall.

Ordinance amending the Park Code to 1) reduce the number of seats on the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Advisory Committee (PROSAC), 2) provide for alternate members, 3) allow members to serve for more than four consecutive terms, 4) provide for the appointment of members having experience with environmental justice, racial equity, and disability issues; and 5) provide that meetings shall occur at City Hall.

EnvironmentGovernance & ElectionsSocial Services & Equity
By Connie Chan, Shamann Walton
18-0
Ordinance#230522
May 5, 2023

This ordinance allows the Recreation and Park Commission to apply the Park Code to certain properties that the Recreation and Park Department leases or operates for recreational activities. It aims to ensure that these properties are managed according to the same rules as other parks.

Ordinance amending the Park Code to authorize the Recreation and Park Commission to cause the Park Code to apply to specified properties it has authorized the Recreation and Park Department to lease or operate for recreational purposes.

EnvironmentGovernance & Elections
Filed
2-0
Ordinance#230484
May 4, 2023

This ordinance prohibits City officers and employees from being employed by or receiving payment from contractors that do business with the City. It aims to prevent conflicts of interest and ensure ethical conduct in government.

Ordinance amending the Campaign and Governmental Conduct Code to provide that it is an incompatible activity for City officers and employees to be employed by or receive compensation from a department contractor.

Budget & TaxesGovernance & Elections
By Connie Chan
no vote
Resolution#230204
May 3, 2023

This resolution approves a ten-year lease agreement between San Francisco and 29 airlines for flight operations at the San Francisco International Airport, effective from July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2033. It also allows the Airport Director to make minor modifications to the lease without increasing the city's obligations.

Resolution approving the 2023 Lease and Use Agreement between the City and County of San Francisco, acting by and through its Airport Commission, and 29 airlines to conduct flight operations at the San Francisco International Airport, for a term of ten years, from July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2033; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and to authorize the Airport Director to enter into modifications to the Lease that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the Lease or this Resolution.

EnvironmentGovernance & ElectionsHonorary / Symbolic
Passed
13-0
Resolution#230342
May 3, 2023

This resolution approves a ten-year agreement for 11 airlines to operate at San Francisco International Airport, starting July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2033. It also allows the Airport Director to make minor modifications to the lease without increasing the city's obligations.

Resolution approving the 2023 Lease and Use Agreement between the City and County of San Francisco, acting by and through its Airport Commission, and 11 airlines to conduct flight operations at the San Francisco International Airport, for a term of ten years, from July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2033; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and to authorize the Airport Director to enter into modifications to the Lease that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the Lease or this Resolution.

EnvironmentGovernance & ElectionsHonorary / Symbolic
Passed
11-0
Ordinance#230483
May 1, 2023

This ordinance requires the City Controller to create a base budget for each City agency to help them prepare their two-year budgets, including expected cost increases for nonprofit agreements due to inflation. It also establishes a policy for departments to issue multi-year grants when a program will last longer than one year.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to require the Controller to prepare an initial base budget to guide each City agency in preparation of its proposed two-year budget; to provide that these base budgets must include anticipated cost increases in agreements with nonprofit organizations to reflect inflation; and to adopt a City policy that departments will enter into multi-year grants when the need for a grant program will extend beyond a single year.

Budget & TaxesGovernance & Elections
By Connie Chan, Rafael Mandelman
12-0
Ordinance#230256
May 1, 2023

This ordinance allows the Real Estate Division to approve changes to certain leases related to affordable housing projects, based on recommendations from the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development. It specifically addresses adjustments to residual rent payments and protections for lenders involved in these projects.

Ordinance delegating Board of Supervisors approval authority under Charter, Section 9.118 and Administrative Code, Section 23.30 to the Real Estate Division, based on the recommendation of Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development (“MOHCD”), to amend certain existing leases regarding residual rent payments and lender protections for 100% affordable housing projects.

HousingTransportationGovernance & Elections
Passed
14-0
Hearing#220981
May 1, 2023

This hearing reviews the economic effects of vacant office buildings and a declining daytime population in key areas of San Francisco, focusing on potential tax revenue loss and impacts on the city budget. Various city departments are being asked to provide reports on these issues.

Hearing to review the economic impact, real estate valuations and potential tax revenue loss, and City budget consequence of vacant office buildings and reduced daytime population in the Economic Core, including the Financial District, SOMA and Embarcadero; and requesting the Office of Economic and Workforce Development, Assessor-Recorder, Department of Building Inspection, Controller’s Office, Small Business Commission, Planning Department, the City Economist, and Assessment Appeals Board to report.

Budget & TaxesBusiness & EconomyGovernance & Elections
Filed
1-0