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Showing Environment · Jun 2024 legislation (71).
This resolution approves the purchase of a 1,386-square-foot easement from San Mateo County for an aerial water pipeline, costing up to $83,500. It authorizes the General Manager of the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission to finalize the agreement.
Resolution approving the terms and conditions and authorizing the General Manager of the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission to execute a Purchase and Sale Agreement and Easement Deed with San Mateo County Flood and Sea Level Rise Resiliency District for the acquisition of a 1,386-square-foot easement for an aerial water pipeline crossing and associated footings and braces across a portion of San Mateo County Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 011-322-200 for $70,000 plus an administrative fee of $3,500 and up to $10,000 in closing costs, for a total amount not to exceed $83,500 pursuant to Charter, Section 9.118.
This resolution allows SR Visions, LLC to obtain a liquor license for their music venue, 7 Social, at 65 Post Street, as it is deemed beneficial for the public. It also requests that the state impose specific conditions on the license's issuance.
Resolution determining that the issuance of a Type-90 on-sale general music venue liquor license to SR Visions, LLC, to do business as 7 Social located at 65 Post Street (District 3), 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.
The ordinance approves a development agreement for the Stonestown Development Project, which will include affordable and market-rate housing, as well as six acres of open space on a 30-acre site in southwest San Francisco. It also confirms compliance with various city codes and regulations related to the project.
Ordinance approving a Development Agreement between the City and County of San Francisco and Stonestown NW Parcel LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, Stonestown Shopping Center, L.P., a Delaware limited partnership, and Stonestown Anchor Acquisition, L.P, a Delaware limited partnership, for the Stonestown Development Project at the approximately 30-acre site generally bounded by 19th Avenue to the east, Buckingham Way to the south and west, and Rolph Nicol Jr. Playground and Eucalyptus Drive to the north, in the southwest part of San Francisco, including affordable and market rate housing and approximately six acres of open space; making findings under the California Environmental Quality Act; and making findings of conformity with the General Plan, and with the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1(b), and findings of public convenience, necessity, and welfare under Planning Code, Section 302; and confirming compliance with or waiving certain provisions of the Planning Code, Administrative Code, Subdivision Code, Campaign and Governmental Conduct Code, and Public Works Code, and ratifying actions taken and authorizing future actions to be taken in connection with the Development Agreement, as defined herein.
This ordinance updates San Francisco's General Plan to incorporate changes related to the Stonestown Development Project, including revisions to urban design and land use. It also includes environmental findings and confirms consistency with existing planning policies.
Ordinance amending the General Plan to revise the Urban Design Element, the Commerce and Industry Element, and the Land Use Index to reflect the Stonestown Development 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 adopting findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare under Planning Code, Section 340.
This ordinance creates new zoning districts around the Stonestown area, including mixed-use and special use districts, and removes a required setback along a section of 19th Avenue. It also includes environmental and planning findings to ensure the changes align with city policies and public needs.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code and the Zoning Map to establish the Stonestown Mixed-Use District (SMD), Stonestown Special Use District (SUD), Stonestown Mixed-Use Height and Bulk District (HBD), and Stonestown Special Sign District (SSD), all generally bounded by Eucalyptus Drive and Buckingham Way to the north, 19th Avenue to the east, Buckingham Way to the south, and Buckingham Way to the west, with the SSD including the Stonestown Galleria Mall and the SMD, SUD, and HBD excluding the mall; abolishing an approximately 15-foot legislated setback on the west side of 19th Avenue between Eucalyptus Drive and Buckingham Way; making 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.
This resolution allows Tofino Wines Inc. to transfer a beer and wine liquor license for their business at 340 Balboa Street, determining it will benefit the public. It also requests that the state impose specific conditions on the license issuance.
Resolution determining that the person-to-person, premise-to-premise transfer of a Type-20 off-sale beer and wine liquor license to Tofino Wines Inc., to do business as Tomorrows Wine located at 340 Balboa Street (District 1), 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.
This resolution allows Faight Collective SF LLC to obtain a liquor license for their music venue, The Faight, at 475 Haight Street. It also requests that the state impose specific conditions on the license to ensure it benefits the community.
Resolution determining that the issuance of a Type-90 on-sale general music venue liquor license to Faight Collective SF LLC, to do business as The Faight located at 475 Haight Street (District 5), 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.
The ordinance establishes a formal agreement between the City and various labor unions regarding employment terms and conditions, effective from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2027. It aims to ensure fair labor practices and collaboration between the city and these unions.
Ordinance adopting and implementing the Memorandum of Understanding between the City and County of San Francisco and the Crafts Coalition: the Bricklayers and Allied Crafts, Local 3; Hod Carriers of LIUNA, Local 261; Carpet, Linoleum and Soft Tile Workers, Local 12; Plasterers and Cement Masons, Local 300; Glaziers, Architectural Metal and Glass Workers, Local Union No. 718; International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees, Moving Picture Technicians, Artist and Allied Crafts of the United States, Its Territories and Canada, Local 16; International Association of Bridge, Structural, Ornamental, Reinforcing Iron Workers, Riggers and Machinery Movers, Local 377; Plasterers and Shophands, Local 66; United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers and Allied Workers, Local 40; International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail, and Transportation Workers, Sheet Metal Workers, Local Union No. 104; and Teamsters, Local 853, to be effective July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2027.
This ordinance allows the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission to issue up to $1.04 billion in bonds to fund various water projects. It also includes provisions for refinancing existing debt and outlines the Commission's intent to reimburse itself for related expenses.
Ordinance authorizing the issuance and sale of tax-exempt or taxable Water Revenue Bonds and other forms of indebtedness (as described below) by the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (“Commission”) in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $1,040,007,350 to finance the costs of various capital water and Hetch Hetchy Water projects benefitting the Water Enterprise pursuant to amendments to the Charter of the City and County of San Francisco enacted by the voters on November 5, 2002, as Proposition E; authorizing the issuance of Water Revenue Refunding Bonds and the retirement of outstanding Water Enterprise Commercial Paper; declaring the Official Intent of the Commission to reimburse itself with one or more issues of tax-exempt bonds or other forms of indebtedness; and ratifying previous actions taken in connection therewith, as defined herein.
This resolution allows for the temporary closure of the public sidewalk on both sides of Howard Street between 3rd and 4th Streets from September 14 to September 20, 2024, pending a permit from ISCOTT for the event. The closure is intended to facilitate a specific event during that time.
Resolution authorizing the temporary closure of the public sidewalk on both sides of Howard Street between 3rd Street and 4th Street, for the period of September 14 through September 20, 2024, subject to ISCOTT issuing a permit for the event.
This ordinance changes some permit fees and charges related to public works in San Francisco. It also confirms that the Planning Department's assessment complies with environmental regulations.
Ordinance amending the Public Works Code to modify certain permit fees and other charges and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.
The ordinance adds a $5 fee to recreation programs in San Francisco. This change is intended to help fund park maintenance and improvements.
Ordinance amending the Park Code to impose an additional $5 charge for recreation programs.
This resolution allows the Recreation and Park Department to use a $2 million grant from the USDA Forest Service for a Workforce Development Program and reforestation projects in at least 10 parks in southeast San Francisco. It also approves the necessary contract for the grant.
Resolution authorizing the Recreation and Park Department to accept and expend a grant in the amount of $2,000,000 from the USDA Forest Service to develop a Workforce Development Program and implement Reforestation Projects in at least 10 parks in the southeast quadrant of San Francisco and approve the associated grant contract.
This resolution allows the San Francisco Human Rights Commission to lease a portion of a property at 141 Industrial Street to Greater Calvary Hill Missionary Baptist Church for three years at an annual rent of $351,000. It also permits the Director of Property to make minor amendments to the lease as needed without increasing the city's obligations.
Resolution approving and authorizing the Director of Property, on behalf of the San Francisco Human Rights Commission, to execute a Lease of a portion of the real property located at 141 Industrial Street, Unit #1 with Greater Calvary Hill Missionary Baptist Church, a California corporation, for an initial term of three years at an initial annual base rent of $351,000 effective upon approval of this Resolution; and authorizes the Director of Property to enter into amendments or 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.
This resolution affirms the Planning Director's approval for UCSF to take over certain rights from California Barrel Company regarding the Potrero Power Station Project. It also includes a waiver of liability for the City, protecting the Developer from claims related to their indemnification obligations for that project section.
Resolution affirming the Planning Director’s approval of an assignment and assumption agreement between California Barrel Company LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (“Developer”), and the Regents of the University of California, on behalf of its San Francisco campus (“UCSF”), pursuant to which UCSF will assume a portion of Developer’s right, title and interest in and to the Development Agreement between the City and Developer for the Potrero Power Station Project, with respect to Block 2 of the Project; approving a Waiver of Liability by the City, acting by and through its Planning Department, for the benefit of Developer, pursuant to which the City will waive and release any claims made for actions subsequent to execution of the Waiver against Developer, in connection with Developer’s indemnification obligations in Section 4.10 of the Development Agreement, with respect to Block 2 of the Project; and adopting findings under the California Environmental Quality Act.
This ordinance aimed to allow the Recreation and Park Department to charge fees for reserving tennis and pickleball courts outside of the Golden Gate Park Tennis Center. It has been killed and will not be enacted.
Ordinance amending the Park Code to authorize the Recreation and Park Department to charge a fee for reserving tennis and pickleball courts at locations other than the Golden Gate Park Tennis Center; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.
This ordinance establishes a special use district for senior housing at specific locations on Pacific Avenue. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with city planning goals and policies.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code and Zoning Map to create the New Asia Senior Housing Special Use District located at 758 and 772 Pacific Avenue, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0161, Lot Nos. 14 and 15; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making public necessity, convenience, and welfare findings under Planning Code, Section 302; and making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.
This ordinance allows dogs and specific athletic activities in Yerba Buena Gardens while clarifying that riding bicycles and electric scooters is still prohibited. It also corrects a minor detail about the authority of the Real Estate Division.
Ordinance amending the Park Code to allow dogs and certain types of athletic activities in Yerba Buena Gardens; to clarify that existing law prohibits the riding of bicycles and electric scooters in the Gardens; and to make a non-substantive correction regarding the authority of the Real Estate Division.
The ordinance authorizes the City to issue up to $29 million in Certificates of Participation to help fund the acquisition of the Concourse Garage. It also allows for the issuance of commercial paper notes and outlines various agreements related to the financing and management of the property.
Ordinance authorizing the execution and delivery of Certificates of Participation on a tax-exempt or taxable basis evidencing and representing an aggregate principal amount of not to exceed $29,000,000 to fund all or a portion of the acquisition of the Concourse Garage; authorizing the issuance of commercial paper notes in advance of the delivery of the Certificates; approving the form of Trust Agreement between the City and County of San Francisco and the Trustee (including certain indemnities contained therein); authorizing the selection of the Trustee by the Director of Public Finance; approving respective forms of a Property Lease and a Lease Agreement, each between the City and County of San Francisco and the Trustee for the lease and lease back of certain property and facilities of the City; approving the forms of Purchase Contract, Official Notice of Sale, and Notice of Intention to Sell Certificates; directing the publication of the Notice of Intention to Sell Certificates; approving the form of the Preliminary Official Statement and the form and execution of the Official Statement relating to the sale of the Certificates; approving the form of the Continuing Disclosure Certificate; granting general authority to City officials to take necessary actions in connection with the authorization, execution, sale and delivery of the Certificates, including termination of the Ground Lease and transfer of the Concourse Garage property and related property to the City and County of San Francisco under the jurisdiction of the Recreation and Park Commission; approving modifications to documents and agreements; declaring the City’s intent to reimburse certain expenditures; and ratifying previous actions taken in connection therewith, as defined herein.
This ordinance designates the Rainbow Flag Installation at Harvey Milk Plaza as a landmark, ensuring its protection and recognition under the city's Planning Code. It also affirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's General Plan and priority policies.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to designate the Rainbow Flag Installation at Harvey Milk Plaza, by Gilbert Baker, located at the southwest corner of the intersection of Market Street and Castro Street, 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.
This resolution imposes temporary zoning controls for 18 months in the Upper Market Street and Castro Street areas, requiring special permission for changing the use of properties currently designated for health or social services. It also confirms the Planning Department's compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with key planning policies.
Resolution imposing interim zoning controls for an 18-month period for parcels in the Upper Market Street Neighborhood Commercial Transit District (NCT) and the Castro Street Neighborhood Commercial District (NCD), by requiring Conditional Use Authorization for a change of use from a Health Services Use or a Social Services Use; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and making findings of consistency with the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.
The ordinance makes the streamlined permitting process for unpermitted awnings permanent and extends the waiver of related fees until July 1, 2025. It also affirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's planning policies.
Ordinance amending the Building and Planning Codes to make permanent the streamlined permitting provisions for unpermitted awnings and extend the waiver of applicable fees for one fiscal year, until July 1, 2025; 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.
This ordinance allows certain Legacy Businesses in the Polk Street area to merge storefronts and expand their operations. It also confirms that this change aligns with environmental regulations and the city's planning goals.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to create an exception to allow storefront mergers and large uses for certain Limited Restaurant Uses designated as Legacy Businesses in the Polk 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.
This ordinance designates the coast redwood tree at 4 Montclair Terrace as a landmark tree, which provides it with special recognition and protections under the Public Works Code. It includes findings that support this designation and outlines necessary actions to implement it.
Ordinance designating the coast redwood (Sequoia sempervirens) tree located at 4 Montclair Terrace as a landmark tree pursuant to the Public Works Code; making findings supporting the designation; and directing official acts in furtherance of the landmark tree designation, as defined herein.
This ordinance allows for the creation of Entertainment Zones in San Francisco where outdoor drinking is permitted during specific events, with certain conditions and insurance requirements. It also establishes an Entertainment Zone on Front Street and permits outdoor alcohol consumption in Shared Space areas if the permit holder has the necessary state license.
Ordinance amending the Administrative, Police, and Transportation Codes to allow the establishment and management of Entertainment Zones in which the outdoor consumption of alcoholic beverages during designated events is allowed, subject to certain conditions; to establish insurance requirements for Entertainment Zone events; to establish an Entertainment Zone on Front Street between California Street and Sacramento Street; to allow the outdoor consumption of alcoholic beverages in areas subject to a Shared Space permit where the permit holder also holds a permit or license from the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.
This resolution designates the 2020 Block of Stockton Street as "Dr. Howard Thurman Way" to honor his contributions and legacy in San Francisco. It has been officially passed by the city.
Resolution adding the commemorative street name “Dr. Howard Thurman Way” to the 2020 Block of Stockton Street in recognition of Dr. Howard Thurman’s legacy in San Francisco.
This resolution allows GST LLC to obtain a liquor license for the Great Star Theater at 636 Jackson Street, determining that it will benefit the public. It also requests that the state impose specific conditions on the license's issuance.
Resolution determining that the issuance of a Type-90 on-sale general music venue liquor license to GST LLC, to do business as Great Star Theater located at 636 Jackson Street (District 3), 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.
This resolution allows Zevi Cafe and Bistro at 67-5th Street to obtain a liquor license for serving alcohol and live music, as it is deemed beneficial for the community. It also requests that the state impose specific conditions on the license to ensure responsible operation.
Resolution determining that the issuance of a Type-90 on-sale general music venue liquor license to Mirian and Zelal Inc., to do business as Zevi Cafe and Bistro located at 67-5th 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.
This resolution allows August Hall at 420 Mason Street to obtain a liquor license for on-site sales of alcohol, determining it will benefit the public. It also requests that the state impose specific conditions on this license.
Resolution determining that the issuance of a Type-90 on-sale general music venue liquor license to AH & GLCC LLC., to do business as August Hall located at 420 Mason Street (District 3), 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.
This resolution adopts a strategy report aimed at promoting the cultural, historical, housing, and economic sustainability of the Leather and LGBTQ Cultural District in San Francisco. It is part of the city's efforts to support and preserve the unique identity and contributions of this community.
Resolution adopting the Leather and Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer (LGBTQ) Cultural District’s Cultural, History, Housing, and Economic Sustainability Strategy Report (CHHESS) under Administrative Code, Section 107.5.
This ordinance allows for the addition of new floor space or building volume on the rooftop of a specific noncomplying structure at 1896 Pacific Avenue. It also confirms that the project meets environmental regulations and aligns with city planning policies.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to permit new floor area or building volume on the rooftop of a noncomplying structure located at 1896 Pacific Avenue, on Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0576, Lot Nos. 27-44; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making public necessity, convenience, and welfare findings under Planning Code, Section 302; and making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.
The ordinance mandates that a new Public Library branch for the Oceanview, Merced Heights, Ingleside, and Lakeview neighborhoods must be built on a specific City-owned site at 100 Orizaba Avenue. It also restricts the use of City funds for planning or constructing the library at any other location, except for potential expansions of the existing Oceanview Branch Library.
Ordinance requiring that the new Public Library branch serving the Oceanview, Merced Heights, Ingleside, and Lakeview neighborhoods be built on the City-owned parcel of land at 100 Orizaba Avenue (Assessor's Parcel Block No. 7136, Lot No. 060), subject to environmental review, required approvals, and other applicable laws; and prohibiting the expenditure of City funds to explore, pursue, or plan construction of a new Public Library branch serving those neighborhoods at any alternate location except to expand the existing Oceanview Branch Library located at 345 Randolph Street on any adjacent parcel, and except as required by the environmental review process, required approvals, or other applicable laws.
This legislation proposes to restrict private vehicles on the Upper Great Highway between Lincoln Way and Sloat Boulevard to create new recreation and open space, pending necessary city approvals. It will be presented to voters in the November 5, 2024, election.
Hearing to consider the proposed Initiative Ordinance submitted by four or more Supervisors to the voters for the November 5, 2024, Election, entitled "Ordinance amending the Park Code to establish new recreation and open space by restricting private vehicles at all times on the Upper Great Highway between Lincoln Way and Sloat Boulevard, subject to the City obtaining certain required approvals; making associated findings under the California Vehicle Code; and reaffirming the existing restriction of private vehicles on the Great Highway Extension."
This ordinance allows vehicle storage lots in certain mixed-use districts and rezones a specific property on Kissling Street to accommodate this change. It also confirms that the Planning Department's actions align with environmental and planning regulations.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to conditionally permit vehicle storage lots in the Residential Enclave-Mixed (RED-MX) and Western SoMa Mixed Use-General (WMUG) Districts and to update citations and cross-references in the text and tables of specified Mixed Use Districts; amending the Zoning Map to rezone 135 Kissling Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 3516, Lot No. 068, from Residential Enclave (RED) to RED MX; 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.
This ordinance allows the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission to issue up to $1.7 billion in bonds to fund wastewater projects. It also authorizes the refinancing of existing debt related to the Wastewater Enterprise.
Ordinance authorizing the issuance and sale of tax-exempt or taxable Wastewater Revenue Bonds and other forms of indebtedness by the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (“Commission”) in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $1,715,671,086 to finance the costs of various capital wastewater projects benefitting the Wastewater Enterprise pursuant to amendments to the Charter of the City and County of San Francisco enacted by the voters on November 5, 2002, as Proposition E; authorizing the issuance of Wastewater Revenue Refunding Bonds and the retirement of outstanding Wastewater Enterprise Commercial Paper; declaring the Official Intent of the Commission to reimburse itself with one or more issues of tax-exempt or taxable bonds or other forms of indebtedness; and ratifying previous actions taken in connection therewith, as defined herein.
This ordinance allows liquor stores to operate in specific buildings on certain lots within the Divisadero Street Neighborhood Commercial Transit District. It also confirms that the Planning Department's environmental assessment is valid and aligns with city planning policies.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to permit liquor stores in the buildings located on Assessor’s Block, 1215 Lots 018-089 within the Divisadero Street Neighborhood Commercial Transit District; 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.
This ordinance designates The Gregangelo Museum as a Landmark, ensuring its preservation under specific planning standards. 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 The Gregangelo Museum, located at 225 San Leandro Way, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 3253, Lot No. 015, 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.
This ordinance allows a designated curbside shared space on the 100 Block of Clipper Street, using both the parking lane and sidewalk, while waiving certain administrative requirements. It also confirms that the Planning Department's assessment complies with environmental regulations.
Ordinance waiving specified requirements in the Administrative Code to allow a curbside shared space occupying both the parking lane and sidewalk space on the 100 Block of Clipper Street, at the intersection with Church Street, to be defined as a curbside shared space, subject to certain requirements; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.
This resolution urges Alcatraz City Cruises' operator, Hornblower Group, to negotiate a fair contract with the Inland Boatmen’s Union of the Pacific that includes wage increases, protected benefits, and safe working conditions. It aims to ensure that the workers' compensation aligns with the standards of similar unionized companies in the Bay Area.
Resolution urging Alcatraz City Cruises’ operator, Hornblower Group, to come to the table regularly and in good faith to swiftly negotiate a mutual contract with the workers of the Inland Boatmen’s Union of the Pacific (IBU) that adopts wage increases and protected benefits and ensures stable and safe working conditions for the men and women fueling San Francisco’s waterfront economy and operating its ferry transit that are commensurate with the Bay Area standard among similar unionized companies in San Francisco.
This resolution supports a California State Senate bill aimed at addressing the sale of stolen goods on San Francisco streets. It encourages legislative action to help reduce this issue in the city.
Resolution supporting California State Senate Bill No. 925 introduced by California State Senator Scott Wiener to combat the fencing of stolen merchandise on San Francisco streets.
This ordinance aims to simplify the permitting process for certain commercial activities on upper floors in downtown areas. It also confirms that the Planning Department's assessment complies with environmental regulations.
Ordinance amending the Business and Tax Regulations Code to expand streamlined permitting review of principally permitted commercial uses to upper floors in C-3 (Downtown Commercial) Districts; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.
The ordinance authorizes a settlement of $170,000 to be paid to the City of San Francisco in relation to a lawsuit filed by Dr. Rahul Seth concerning alleged personal injury on a city street. This lawsuit was initiated on April 19, 2022, in San Francisco Superior Court.
Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Rahul Seth, M.D. against the City and County of San Francisco for a payment to the City of $170,000; the lawsuit was filed on April 19, 2022, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-22-599250; entitled Rahul Seth, M.D. v. City and County of San Francisco, et al.; the lawsuit involves alleged personal injury on a City street.
The resolution approves a settlement of $42,125 between the Bay Area Air Quality Management District and the City of San Francisco regarding violations related to onsite boiler testing at the Hall of Justice. It resolves all claims between the two parties, with each responsible for their own costs.
Resolution approving settlement of the unlitigated claim filed by the Bay Area Air Quality Management District (BAAQMD) against the City and County of San Francisco for $42,125; the claim involves the resolution of notices of violation issued by the Bay Area Air Quality Management District to the City and County of San Francisco concerning alleged violations of testing requirements governing onsite boilers at the Hall of Justice facility located at 850 Bryant Street; other material terms of the settlement include the resolution of all claims between BAAQMD and the City and County of San Francisco with regard to the dispute, with each party to bear their own costs.
This hearing will discuss the 2023-2024 Civil Grand Jury Report on flood management in San Francisco as it relates to climate change. The report aims to address the city's preparedness for potential flooding issues.
Hearing on the 2023-2024 Civil Grand Jury Report, entitled "Come Hell or Highwater: Flood Management in a Changing Climate."
This ordinance changes the fees that the Department of Building Inspection charges for services related to building permits and inspections. It also confirms that the Planning Department's assessment of environmental impacts related to these fee adjustments complies with state law.
Ordinance amending the Building Code to adjust fees charged by the Department of Building Inspection; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.
The resolution approves a lease amendment allowing the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy to build and operate a café and retail space at Piers 31 and 33 for 30 years, with options to extend. It also sets the base rent at $289,765.05, extends the completion date for improvements to December 31, 2025, increases construction rent credits, and establishes a profit-sharing arrangement for excess rents.
Resolution approving the Second Amendment to Port Commission Lease No. L-16274 with Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy to build and operate a public serving café and retail space within the bulkheads and portions of the sheds of Piers 31 and 33 for a 30-year term, with two options to extend the Lease for 10 additional years, effective upon approval of this Resolution and Port’s execution of this Amendment; and to (i) establish the amount of unpaid base rent Conservancy will pay to Port at $289,765.05; (ii) extend the Phase I Improvements completion date to December 31, 2025; (iii) increase the original construction rent credit from $554,000 to $800,000; (iv) provide a three year extension of the Lease term to June 30, 2052; and (v) establish a 50% share of any excess rents from food and beverage subtenants.
The ordinance expands the Central Neighborhoods Large Residence Special Use District by merging it with the Corona Heights Large Residence SUD and applying its regulations to all lots within the expanded area, with some exceptions. It also updates the Zoning Map to reflect these changes and affirms compliance with environmental and planning regulations.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to expand the boundaries of the Central Neighborhoods Large Residence Special Use District (SUD), and to apply its controls to all lots within the SUD, with some exceptions; to delete the Corona Heights Large Residence SUD, and as a result to merge it into the Central Neighborhoods Large Residence SUD; amending the Zoning Map to reflect the deletion and boundary expansion; 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.
This ordinance aims to change the definition of "Laboratory" in the Planning Code to include Biotechnology and prohibit Laboratory uses in the Urban Mixed Use zoning district. It also confirms the Planning Department's environmental assessment and aligns with the city's General Plan and priority policies.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to revise the definition of Laboratory to include Biotechnology, and to make Laboratory uses, as defined, a not permitted use in the Urban Mixed Use zoning district; 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.
This resolution allows the Recreation and Park Department to use a $619,085 grant from the Bay Area Air Quality Management District to install level-2 electric vehicle chargers at six designated park locations. The funding will be available for use until January 29, 2026.
Resolution authorizing the Recreation and Park Department to accept and expend a grant in the amount of $619,085 from the Bay Area Air Quality Management District to install level-2 electric vehicle chargers at six park sites, including the Crocker Amazon Maintenance Garage, Louis Sutter Maintenance Yard, Civic Center Garage, Balboa Park Boxer Stadium, Margaret Hayward Maintenance Garage, and McLaren Park Caretakers Cottage, effective upon approval of this Resolution through January 29, 2026.
This resolution allows the Recreation and Park Department to use $400,000 in grant funding from the Habitat Conservation Fund for the Greenager and Youth Stewardship Programs, aimed at protecting threatened wildlife habitat. The funding is retroactively authorized for the period from July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2028.
Resolution retroactively authorizing the Recreation and Park Department to accept and expend a grant funding in the amount of $200,000 each for the Greenager and Youth Stewardship Programs for a total amount of $400,000 from the Habitat Conservation Fund to protect threatened wildlife habitat, for the performance period of July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2028.
This ordinance clarifies height limits and permitted uses in the Wawona Street and 45th Avenue Special Use District, and establishes a Cultural Center Special Use District as part of the Local Coastal Program. It also affirms the Planning Department's environmental review and ensures consistency with the city's General Plan and priority policies.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to clarify the Wawona Street and 45th Avenue Special Use District’s height limit and principal permitted use for purposes of the Local Coastal Program; amending the Local Coastal Program to add the Wawona Street and 45th Avenue Cultural Center Special Use District; amending the Local Coastal Program to designate the principal permitted use within the City’s Coastal Zone for purposes of appeal to 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.
This resolution adds the Wawona Street and 45th Avenue Cultural Center Special Use District to San Francisco's Local Coastal Program and establishes its principal permitted use within the Coastal Zone. It also affirms the Planning Department's compliance with environmental regulations.
Resolution transmitting to the California Coastal Commission for review and certification an amendment to the Implementation Program portion of the certified Local Coastal Program to add the Wawona Street and 45th Avenue Cultural Center Special Use District and to designate the principal permitted use within the City’s Coastal Zone for purposes of appeal to the California Coastal Commission; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.
This resolution allows certain city departments to seek donations from private entities to help fund the hosting of Panda Bears from China. It does so without being restricted by the Behested Payment Ordinance, which typically governs how city officials can solicit donations.
Resolution authorizing the Office of the Mayor, Recreation and Park Department, Office of Economic and Workforce Development, San Francisco International Airport, Office of the City Administrator, and the Chief of Protocol to solicit donations from various private entities and organizations to support San Francisco in hosting Panda Bears from the People’s Republic of China, notwithstanding the Behested Payment Ordinance.
This resolution addresses the findings and recommendations from the 2023-2024 Civil Grand Jury Report on flood management in San Francisco. It urges the Mayor to implement these recommendations through her department heads and the annual budget process.
Resolution responding to the Presiding Judge of the Superior Court on the findings and recommendations contained in the 2023-2024 Civil Grand Jury Report, entitled "Come Hell or Highwater: Flood Management in a Changing Climate;" and urging the Mayor to cause the implementation of accepted findings and recommendations through her department heads and through the development of the annual budget.
This legislation involves a hearing to discuss the 2023-2024 Civil Grand Jury Report regarding the issue of illegal fireworks in San Francisco. The report addresses concerns about the dangers and challenges associated with the use of these fireworks in the city.
Hearing on the 2023-2024 Civil Grand Jury Report, entitled "Uncontrolled Burn Dimming the Spark of Illegal Fireworks in San Francisco."
This resolution allows the Recreation and Park Department to receive and use a $5.5 million grant from the California State Coastal Conservancy for the redevelopment of India Basin Shoreline Park. It also approves the grant agreement, which will be in effect until December 31, 2027, and permits the department to make minor changes to the agreement as needed.
Resolution authorizing the Recreation and Park Department to accept and expend a grant from the California State Coastal Conservancy in the amount of $5,500,000 for the India Basin Shoreline Park Redevelopment Project; approving the associated grant agreement for a term limit that is effective upon approval of this Resolution through December 31, 2027; and authorizing the Recreation and Park Department to enter into amendments or modifications to the agreement that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities of the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the Project or this Resolution.
The resolution approves a lease agreement allowing Air Premia, Inc. to operate flights at San Francisco International Airport until June 30, 2033. It also affirms the Planning Department's environmental review and gives the Airport Director authority to make minor modifications to the lease as needed.
Resolution approving the 2023 Lease and Use Agreement between the City and County of San Francisco, acting by and through its Airport Commission, and Air Premia, Inc. to conduct flight operations at the San Francisco International Airport, for a term commencing on the first day of the calendar month immediately following the receipt of full City approvals of the Lease through June 30, 2033; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and authorizing 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.
This resolution allows RP Pennsylvania, LLC to use part of 22nd Street for a public stair and scenic overlook near 1395 22nd Street and 790 Pennsylvania Avenue. It also includes environmental findings and authorizes the Director of Public Works to make minor changes to the permit if needed.
Resolution granting revocable permission to RP Pennsylvania, LLC to occupy and maintain a portion of 22nd Street, between Missouri and Texas Streets, fronting 1395 22nd Street and 790 Pennsylvania Avenue (Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 4167, Lot No. 013), with a public stair and scenic overlook; adopting environmental 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 to authorize the Director or Public Works to enter into amendments or modifications to the Permit with respect to the encroachments that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the Permit or this Resolution.
This resolution allows the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission to increase funding and extend the contract with HDR Engineering Inc. for construction management services related to the Southeast Water Pollution Control Plant project. The total contract amount will rise to $31,680,626 and the duration will be extended to December 14, 2025.
Resolution authorizing the General Manager of the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission to execute Amendment No. 3 to the New Headworks Facility Construction Management Staff Augmentation Services Agreement PRO.0028 with HDR Engineering Inc.; increasing the agreement by $4,680,626 for a total not to exceed amount of $31,680,626 and extending the duration by one year, for a total term of eight years and six months of June 15, 2017, through December 14, 2025, to reflect the re-scoping efforts and increased level of staffing needed to complete the construction of the Southeast Water Pollution Control Plant New Headworks Facility, pursuant to Charter, Section 9.118.
This resolution states that the Board of Supervisors plans to rename Oakdale Avenue from Third Street to Newhall Street. It has been officially passed.
Resolution declaring the intention of the Board of Supervisors to rename Oakdale Avenue between Third Street to Newhall Street.
This motion approves the Mayor's nomination of Jayshawn Anderson to serve on the Sanitation and Streets Commission for the remainder of a two-year term ending July 1, 2024, and for a new four-year term from July 1, 2024, to July 1, 2028. The motion has passed.
Motion approving the Mayor’s nomination for the appointment of Jayshawn Anderson to the Sanitation and Streets Commission, for the unexpired portion of an initial two-year term ending July 1, 2024, and for a four-year term beginning July 1, 2024, and ending July 1, 2028.
This ordinance increases fees for certain goods and services at the Marina Small Craft Harbor. It also confirms that the Planning Department's assessment complies with environmental regulations.
Ordinance amending the Park Code to raise the fees for various goods and services at the Marina Small Craft Harbor; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.
This ordinance allows for exceptions to density limits on certain lots in San Francisco, potentially enabling more housing or development in those areas. It also confirms that the Planning Department's assessment complies with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's overall planning goals.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to allow density exceptions on lots subject to Numerical Density Limits; 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.
This ordinance exempts vacant storefronts affected by public infrastructure construction from having to register as vacant. It also confirms that the Planning Department's assessment complies with environmental regulations.
Ordinance amending the Building Code to exempt storefronts that are vacant due to public infrastructure construction from vacant storefront registration requirements; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.
The resolution approves the purchase of a property at 624 Laguna Street for $13.8 million, including closing costs. It authorizes the Director of Property to finalize the purchase agreement and confirms that the acquisition aligns with city planning policies and environmental regulations.
Resolution approving and authorizing the Director of Property to acquire certain real property located at 624 Laguna Street (“Property”); approving and authorizing an Agreement of Purchase and Sale for Real Estate for the acquisition of the Property, for the purchase price of $13,780,000 plus an estimated $20,000 for typical closing costs, for a total amount of $13,800,000 from PACIFICA SFO LLC, a California limited liability company (“Purchase Agreement”); 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; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and 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.
This ordinance allows the Airport Commission to purchase up to 14 used compressed natural gas transit buses from Phoenix without going through the usual competitive bidding process, for a total cost of up to $350,000. It also gives the Airport Director the authority to negotiate the agreement's terms within that budget.
Ordinance waiving competitive bidding requirements in the Administrative Code, and all other requirements in the Administrative Code, Environment Code, or other parts of the Municipal Code as applied to a commodities purchase, to authorize the Airport Commission to procure up to 14 used compressed natural gas transit buses from the City of Phoenix, which owns and operates Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, for an amount not to exceed $350,000; and authorizing the Airport Director to negotiate the terms of the agreement consistent with the not to exceed amount.
This resolution allows the Recreation and Park Department to accept and use up to $8,124,800 in grant funding for the Buchanan Street Mall Project from July 1, 2022, to January 31, 2027. It also authorizes the department to enter into a contract with the California Department of Parks and Recreation and make minor adjustments to the contract as needed.
Resolution retroactively authorizing the Recreation and Park Department to accept and expend up to $8,124,800 in grant funding from the National Park Service through the California Department of Parks and Recreation for the Buchanan Street Mall Project for the period of July 1, 2022, through January 31, 2027; to enter into a grant contract with the California Department of Parks and Recreation; and to authorize the General Manager of the Recreation and Park Department to enter into any modifications and amendments to the Grant Contract that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities of the City.
The ordinance allows the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing to increase funding for the Adante Hotel's booking agreement by over $2.3 million and extend the agreement's term by seven months. It also waives certain regulatory requirements to facilitate this agreement and permits HSH to make necessary amendments without increasing the city's financial obligations.
Ordinance authorizing the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing ("HSH") to amend the booking agreement with the Sayana Corporation, operator of the Adante Hotel, to increase the not to exceed amount by $2,371,068 for a total amount not to exceed $20,870,507; to extend the term of the agreement by seven months from August 31, 2024, for a new term of May 14, 2020, through March 31, 2025; waiving for certain requirements of the Administrative, Labor and Employment, and Environment Codes for said agreement; and authorizing HSH to enter into amendments that do not increase the City’s obligations or liabilities and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the agreement.
This ordinance allows the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing to increase funding for the Monarch Hotel's booking agreement by over $2.5 million and extend the agreement's duration by seven months. It also waives certain city code requirements related to this agreement and permits HSH to make necessary amendments that do not increase the city's financial obligations.
Ordinance authorizing the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing (“HSH") to amend the booking agreement with the Lombard Hotel Group, operator of the Monarch Hotel, to increase the not to exceed amount by $2,533,540 for a total amount not to exceed $21,661,300; to extend the term of the agreement by seven months from August 31, 2024, for a new term of August 4, 2020, through March 31, 2025; waiving certain requirements of the Administrative, Labor and Employment, and Environment Codes for said agreement; and authorizing HSH to enter into amendments that do not increase the City’s obligations or liabilities and are necessary to effectuate the purpose of the agreement.
This ordinance allows the San Francisco Port Commission to manage and dedicate certain park areas in Mission Bay for public use over the next three years. It also gives the Public Works Director authority regarding specific utility assets in those parks and ensures compliance with environmental and planning regulations.
Ordinance conditionally accepting a grant deed for property associated with Mission Bay South Park P22; delegating for a three-year period to the San Francisco Port Commission the authority to dedicate Mission Bay South Parks P22 and P19 (bordering Terry François Boulevard) to public use, accept an irrevocable offer for the acquisition facilities that comprise the park improvements, designate said facilities for public park and open space purposes only, and accept these Parks for Port of San Francisco maintenance and liability purposes, subject to specified limitations; delegating for a three-year period to the Public Works Director similar authority for certain Public Utilities Commission assets in Parks P22 and P19; adopting findings under the California Environmental Quality Act; making findings of consistency with the General Plan, the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1, and the Mission Bay South Redevelopment Plan; adopting a Public Works Order that recommends delegation of Parks P22 and P19 acceptance and related actions; and authorizing official acts, as defined, in connection with this Ordinance.
This resolution allows the Director of Property to finalize an agreement to purchase the Hoedown Yard from Pacific Gas and Electric Company for about $8.28 million. It also permits the Director to make minor changes to the lease without increasing the city's financial obligations.
Resolution approving and authorizing the Director of Property to enter into a Fifth Amendment to the option agreement (“Option Agreement”) for the purchase of the Hoedown Yard located at the northeast corner of Illinois and 22nd Streets from the Pacific Gas and Electric Company for $63.37 per square foot or approximately $8,283,726; and authorizing the Director of Property to enter into any additions, amendments, or other modifications to the Lease that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities of the City to effectuate the purposes of the Fifth Amendment or this Resolution.