Legislation

This hearing will discuss the findings of the 2022-2023 Civil Grand Jury Report regarding San Francisco's challenges in hiring and staffing. It aims to address the issues and potential solutions related to the city's workforce shortages.

Hearing on the 2022-2023 Civil Grand Jury Report, entitled "Time to Get to Work: San Francisco's Hiring Crisis."

This hearing addresses the findings of the 2022-2023 Civil Grand Jury Report, which highlights the shortage of credentialed teachers in San Francisco. It aims to discuss the implications and potential solutions to this issue.

Hearing on the 2022-2023 Civil Grand Jury Report, entitled "Not Making the Grade: San Francisco's Shortage of Credentialed Teachers"

This resolution approves an increase of $14 million to the existing contract with BEUMER Lifecycle Management LLC for the operations and maintenance of the baggage handling system at the airport, raising the total contract amount to $35 million. It also extends the contract term by one year and six months, now running until June 30, 2025.

Resolution approving Modification No. 2 to Airport Professional Services Contract No. 50195 between BEUMER Lifecycle Management LLC, and the City and County of San Francisco, acting by and through its Airport Commission, for the operations and maintenance of the baggage handling system in the Harvey Milk Terminal to increase the contract amount by $14,000,000 for a total not to exceed contract amount of $35,000,000 and to extend the contract term for one year and six months from December 31, 2023, for a new contract term of August 1, 2020, through June 30, 2025, pursuant to Charter, Section 9.118(b).

This ordinance allows a seating area on Taraval Street at 46th Avenue to be classified as two shared sidewalk spaces, bypassing certain Administrative Code requirements. It also confirms that the Planning Department's assessment complies with environmental regulations.

Ordinance waiving specified requirements in the Administrative Code to allow seating area designated as a curbside traffic island on Taraval Street at 46th Avenue to be defined as two sidewalk shared spaces, subject to certain requirements; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

This ordinance ensures that tenant-occupied units receiving certain housing financial assistance remain under rent control as long as any current tenants stay, unless they agree in writing to change that. It also restores rent levels for units that became exempt from rent control since 2018 to what they would have been if the rent control had always applied.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to provide that tenant-occupied units in buildings that will be receiving either low-income housing tax credits or tax-exempt multifamily revenue bonds shall remain subject to the Rent Ordinance, as long as any of the existing tenants continue to reside in the unit, or unless all the tenants in the unit agree otherwise in writing; and for any such units that may have previously become exempt from the Rent Ordinance since 2018, restoring rents to the levels allowed had the Rent Ordinance continuously applied.

This ordinance establishes and details the positions included in the city's budget for the fiscal years ending June 30, 2024, and June 30, 2025, including their salaries and work schedules. It also allows for the appointment of temporary positions and sets their compensation.

Proposed Interim Annual Salary Ordinance enumerating positions in the Annual Budget and Appropriation Ordinance for the Fiscal Years (FYs) ending June 30, 2024, and June 30, 2025, continuing, creating, or establishing these positions; enumerating and including therein all positions created by Charter or State law for which compensations are paid from City and County funds and appropriated in the Annual Appropriation Ordinance; authorizing appointments or continuation of appointments thereto; specifying and fixing the compensations and work schedules thereof; and authorizing appointments to temporary positions and fixing compensations.

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.

This ordinance outlines the salaries and positions funded by the city budget for the fiscal years ending June 30, 2024, and June 30, 2025. It establishes compensation, work schedules, and authorizes appointments for both permanent and temporary city positions.

Annual Salary Ordinance enumerating positions in the Annual Budget and Appropriation Ordinance for the Fiscal Years (FYs) ending June 30, 2024, and June 30, 2025, continuing, creating, or establishing these positions; enumerating and including therein all positions created by Charter or State law for which compensations are paid from City and County funds and appropriated in the Annual Appropriation Ordinance; authorizing appointments or continuation of appointments thereto; specifying and fixing the compensations and work schedules thereof; and authorizing appointments to temporary positions and fixing compensations therefore.

This ordinance allocates $50 million from the city's reserves to the Human Rights Commission to create an Office of Reparations and carry out approved initiatives for the fiscal year 2022-2023. It aims to address historical injustices and support affected communities.

Ordinance appropriating $50,000,000 of General Fund General Reserves to the Human Rights Commission to establish the Office of Reparations and to implement approved recommendations in Fiscal Year (FY) 2022-2023.

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.

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.

This ordinance clarifies the approval process for certain Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) in single-family and multifamily buildings, making it easier for homeowners to add these units if they meet specific requirements. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's General Plan and priority policies.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code, Building Code, Business and Tax Regulations Code, and Planning Code to clarify the ministerial approval process for certain Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) meeting certain requirements in single-family and multifamily buildings; 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 adopting findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare under Planning Code, Section 302.

This resolution approves the termination of a lease agreement for a retail space at Terminal 2 of San Francisco International Airport, specifically involving XpresSpa S.F. International, LLC. The agreement was made between the tenant and the City and County of San Francisco's Airport Commission.

Resolution approving the Lease Termination Agreement for the Terminal 2 Specialty Retail Concession Lease No. 5, Lease No. 18-0156, between XpresSpa S.F. International, LLC, as tenant, and the City and County of San Francisco, acting by and through its Airport Commission.

The ordinance reduces requirements for Inclusionary Housing in certain development projects approved before November 1, 2023, allowing for lower fees and modifications to conditions of approval. It also updates the member requirements for the Inclusionary Housing Technical Advisory Committee and affirms compliance with environmental regulations and city planning policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to: 1) reduce Inclusionary Housing Program requirements of the Planning Code, for projects exceeding a stated unit size that have been approved prior to November 1, 2023 and that receive a first construction document within a specified period; 2) adopt a process for those projects to request a modification to conditions of approval related to development impact fees, subject to delegation by the Planning Commission; 3) reduce Article 4 development impact fees, including Inclusionary Affordable Housing fees, for projects approved before November 1, 2026 that receive a first construction document within 30 months of entitlement; and, 4) modify the Inclusionary Housing Program Ordinance effective November 1, 2026 to reduce applicable fees, and on-site or off-site unit requirements, for projects that exceed a stated unit size; amending the Administrative Code to update the Inclusionary Housing Technical Advisory Committee member requirements; 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 resolution approves an amendment to a software contract with Yardi Systems, increasing the total amount by $175,000 and extending the contract duration by five years, now lasting until April 2028. It also allows the General Manager of the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission to make minor adjustments to the agreement as needed.

Resolution approving Amendment No. 3 to Contract No. BPUC13000025, Software as a Service Agreement, with Yardi Systems, Inc., to increase the contract amount by $175,000 for a new total not to exceed contract amount of $515,290 and increase the contract duration by five years, for a new term of April 23, 2013, through April 24, 2028, for a total contract duration of 15 years, effective upon approval of this Resolution, pursuant to Charter, Section 9.118; and to authorize the General Manager of the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission to enter into amendments or modifications to the Agreement that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City or materially diminish the benefits to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the Agreement or this Resolution.

This motion approves the Mayor's choice of Lydia So to serve on the Municipal Transportation Agency Board of Directors until March 1, 2025. The motion has been passed.

Motion approving the Mayor's nomination for the appointment of Lydia So to the Municipal Transportation Agency Board of Directors, term ending March 1, 2025.

This ordinance limits nonprofit reporting requirements to organizations that receive over $100,000 annually and mandates the submission of tax and governance documents to verify nonprofit status. It also centralizes reporting by designating the City Administrator as the sole collector of this information, which will be made publicly available.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to limit the application of nonprofit reporting requirements to organizations receiving more than $100,000 annually, require submission of tax and governance documents to confirm nonprofit status, centralize reporting by restoring the City Administrator as the sole collector of information, and require the City Administrator to make reported information publicly available.

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.

This motion approves the Mayor's choice of Bianca Neumann to serve on the Building Inspection Commission until July 1, 2025. The motion has been passed.

Motion approving the Mayor's nomination for the appointment of Bianca Neumann to the Building Inspection Commission, term ending July 1, 2025.

This motion approves the Mayor's choice of Angie Sommer to serve on the Building Inspection Commission until July 1, 2024. The motion has been passed.

Motion approving the Mayor's nomination for the appointment of Angie Sommer to the Building Inspection Commission, term ending July 1, 2024.

The motion aimed to reject the Mayor's nomination of Raquel Bito to the Building Inspection Commission, which would have lasted until July 1, 2024. This motion has been killed, meaning it will not proceed further.

Motion rejecting the Mayor's nomination for the appointment of Raquel Bito to the Building Inspection Commission, term ending July 1, 2024.

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.

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.

This ordinance designates the wild parrot as the official animal of San Francisco. It amends the Administrative Code to reflect this new designation.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to designate the wild parrot as the official animal of the City and County of San Francisco.

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.

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.

This motion appoints five individuals to the Commission of Animal Control and Welfare, with terms ending in 2024 and 2025. Michael Reed's term will end on April 30, 2024, while the others will end on April 30, 2025.

Motion appointing, Michael Reed, term ending April 30, 2024, and Mikaila Garfinkel, Lisa Irene Fagundes, Jane Tobin, and Michael Angelo Torres, terms ending April 30, 2025, to the Commission of Animal Control and Welfare.

This motion approves the appointment of Katherine Doumani to the Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District Public Financing Authority No. 1, with her term set to end on June 6, 2025. The motion was passed by the city legislature.

Motion approving President Aaron Peskin’s nomination for the appointment of Katherine Doumani, term ending June 6, 2025, to the Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District Public Financing Authority No. 1.

This motion approves the appointment of Keith Goldstein to the Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District Public Financing Authority No. 1, with his term set to end on June 6, 2027. The motion was initiated by President Aaron Peskin and has been passed.

Motion approving President Aaron Peskin’s nomination for the appointment of Keith Goldstein, term ending June 6, 2027, to the Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District Public Financing Authority No. 1.

This motion approves Supervisor Aaron Peskin as an alternate member for three specific seats on the Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District Public Financing Authority No. 1, with his term lasting until June 6, 2027. The authority focuses on financing infrastructure projects in the district.

Motion approving the appointment of Supervisor Aaron Peskin as an alternate to seats 1, 2, and 3, term ending June 6, 2027, to the Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District Public Financing Authority No. 1.

This motion aimed to reject the Planning Commission's approval of a Conditional Use Authorization for a project at 1151 Washington Street. The motion was ultimately not passed.

Motion disapproving the decision of the Planning Commission by its Motion No. 21310, approving a Conditional Use Authorization, identified as Planning Case No. 2022-010833CUA, for a proposed project at 1151 Washington Street.

This motion aimed to reject the Planning Commission's approval of a Conditional Use Authorization for a project at 3832-18th Street. The motion has been killed, meaning it will not move forward.

Motion disapproving the decision of the Planning Commission by its Motion No. 21312, approving a Conditional Use Authorization, identified as Planning Case No. 22020-001610CUA-02, for a proposed project at 3832-18th Street.

This motion reappoints Heather Cassandra Morado to the Child Care Planning and Advisory Council, with her term set to end on March 19, 2026, and her residency requirement waived. The motion has been passed by the city.

Motion reappointing Heather Cassandra Morado (residency requirement waived), term ending March 19, 2026, to the Child Care Planning and Advisory Council (District 8).

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.

This resolution approves a settlement of $39,223.18 for a claim made by Bonifacio Rei Q Salvador against the city, related to property damage and personal injury from a vehicle collision. The claim was originally filed on December 21, 2021.

Resolution approving the settlement of the unlitigated claim filed by Bonifacio Rei Q Salvador against the City and County of San Francisco for $39,223.18; the claim was filed on December 21, 2021; the claim involves alleged property damage and personal injury from a vehicle collision.

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.

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.

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.

This resolution designates the San Francisco Arts Commission as the local partner with the California Arts Council for the fiscal year 2023-2024. It allows the Arts Commission to collaborate on arts initiatives and funding during this period.

Resolution designating the San Francisco Arts Commission as the City and County of San Francisco agency serving as the state-local partner with the California Arts Council from July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024.

This ordinance allows the city to suspend or bar contractors from working with the city if they violate specific state or local labor laws related to wage payments and unfair labor practices. It aims to ensure compliance with labor standards among contractors.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to clarify that a contractor may be suspended or debarred due to violations of certain state or local labor laws governing the payment of wages and unfair labor practices.

This ordinance allows the Department of Elections to use social media monitoring technology as part of its surveillance policy. It aims to ensure that the use of such technology is regulated and transparent.

Ordinance approving the Surveillance Technology Policy for the Department of Elections’ use of social media monitoring technology.

This ordinance authorizes the City and County of San Francisco to settle a lawsuit with Cheri Pierce for $75,000 related to a personal injury claim from a fall on an uneven sidewalk. The lawsuit was filed in April 2022 in San Francisco Superior Court.

Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Cheri Pierce against the City and County of San Francisco for $75,000; the lawsuit was filed on April 26, 2022, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-22-599362; entitled Cheri Pierce v. City and County of San Francisco, et al.; the lawsuit involves alleged personal injury arising out of fall on uneven sidewalk.

This ordinance authorizes the City and County of San Francisco to settle a lawsuit for $35,000 related to a personal injury claim from uneven pavement. The lawsuit was filed by Bi Jun Zhang in May 2022.

Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Bi Jun Zhang against the City and County of San Francisco for $35,000; the lawsuit was filed on May 17, 2022, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-22-599662; entitled Bi Jun Zhang v. City and County of San Francisco, et al.; the lawsuit involves a personal injury to Plaintiff from uneven pavement.

This ordinance prohibits firearm possession in certain locations, including childcare facilities, City property, and places of worship, with exceptions for designated concealed carry license holders. It also applies to private commercial establishments unless the owner allows it.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to prohibit firearm possession, with exceptions for designated concealed carry license holders, in childcare facilities, City property, election facilities, medical facilities, and private parks and playgrounds, and in places of worship and private commercial establishments unless the owner provides express consent.

This ordinance raises the minimum hourly pay for employees of nonprofit City contractors to $23.00 by January 1, 2026, and for public entity City contractors to $25.50 by January 1, 2027, with annual increases tied to the Consumer Price Index. It also adjusts the exemption rules for youth employees in summer and after-school programs.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to increase the minimum hourly compensation rate for employees of nonprofit City contractors incrementally to $23.00 per hour by January 1, 2026, with annual increases every July thereafter based on increases in the Consumer Price Index; to increase the minimum hourly compensation rate for employees of public entity City contractors incrementally to $25.50 per hour by January 1, 2027, with annual increases every July thereafter based on increases in the regional Consumer Price Index for certain workers; and to modify the exemption to minimum compensation requirements for youth employees in summer and after-school programs.

This ordinance allows the Department of Public Health to approve managed care contracts until December 31, 2028, without needing a review from the Controller for certain contracts based on state-set rates or actual healthcare costs. It amends the Administrative Code to extend this authority from the Board of Supervisors.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to extend the Board of Supervisors’ delegation of authority under Charter, Section 9.118, to the Department of Public Health to approve managed care contracts to include contracts ending on December 31, 2028; and to exclude from the requirement of Controller review those managed care contracts that are based on rates set by the California Department Health Care Services or on actual healthcare delivery costs.

This ordinance clarifies the rules for filming news events without a contract and updates the appointment process for the Executive Director of the Film Commission. It also increases fees for film production, allows the Executive Director to approve the use of the Film SF logo, and permits the use of certain funds to manage and promote the Film Rebate Program.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to clarify when the filming of a news event does not require a use contract; to clarify that the Executive Director is appointed pursuant to Charter, Sections 3.100(19) and 4.102(5); to authorize the Executive Director to approve the use of the Film SF logo by third parties to market Film Commission programs and activities; to increase the daily use fees to engage in film production; and to allow funds from the Film Rebate Project Account to be used to administer and market the Film Rebate Program.

This ordinance removes the City’s annual joint fundraising drive, which previously collected donations for various charities. As a result, the City will no longer organize or participate in this fundraising event.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to eliminate the City’s annual joint fundraising drive.

This ordinance updates the definition of the City's Technology Marketplace to reflect current terminology and modifies the fees that City departments pay for technology goods and services. It aims to streamline procurement processes and ensure consistency in language used.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to conform to current nomenclature the definition of the City’s Technology Marketplace for procurement of technology commodities and services, and adjust associated fees paid by City departments.

This ordinance allocates $501,908 for the Port Commission and $97,057,341 for the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission for the fiscal year 2023-2024. It ensures funding for various projects and services managed by these agencies.

Ordinance appropriating $501,908 in the Port Commission and $97,057,341 in the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission in Fiscal Year (FY) 2023-2024.

This ordinance allows San Francisco to opt out of a state law that mandates listing the names of supporters and opponents of local ballot measures on the ballot for elections in Fiscal Year 2023-24 and beyond, pending Board of Supervisors approval. It aims to provide more flexibility in how ballot measures are presented to voters.

Ordinance amending the Municipal Elections Code to opt out of state law that would require the names of supporters and opponents of a local ballot measure to be listed in the ballot statement or question for the measure for any election held in Fiscal Year 2023-24 and for future elections subject to approval by the Board of Supervisors.

This ordinance allows the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission to issue up to $41 million in bonds to fund various capital projects for the Power Enterprise. It also authorizes the issuance of refunding bonds and confirms previous related actions.

Ordinance authorizing the issuance and sale of tax-exempt or taxable Power 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 $41,031,367 to finance the costs of various capital projects benefitting the Power Enterprise under the Charter, including amendments to the Charter enacted by the voters on June 5, 2018, commonly referred to as Proposition A; authorizing the issuance of Power Revenue Refunding Bonds; 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 updates the city's salary ordinance to add four new positions at the Port Commission and adjust staffing at the Airport Commission by substituting 31 positions and adding 128 positions for the fiscal year 2023-2024. It reflects changes in workforce needs for these departments.

Ordinance amending Ordinance No. 166-22 (Salary Ordinance Fiscal Years 2022-2023 and 2023-2024) to reflect the addition of four positions (3.16 FTEs) at the Port Commission; and the substitution of 31 positions (31.0 FTEs) and the addition of 128 positions (101.12 FTEs) at the Airport Commission in Fiscal Year (FY) 2023-2024.

This legislation outlines the administrative provisions for the city's budget, detailing the positions funded by the city for the fiscal years ending June 30, 2024, and June 30, 2025. It includes the creation, continuation, and compensation of these positions, as well as the authority for temporary appointments.

Hearing on the Administrative Provisions contained in the proposed Annual Salary Ordinance enumerating positions in the Annual Budget and Appropriation Ordinance for the Fiscal Years (FYs) ending June 30, 2024, and June 30, 2025, continuing, creating, or establishing these positions; enumerating and including therein all positions created by Charter or State law for which compensations are paid from City and County funds and appropriated in the Annual Appropriation Ordinance; authorizing appointments or continuation of appointments thereto; specifying and fixing the compensations and work schedules thereof; and authorizing appointments to temporary positions and fixing compensations therefore.

This motion approves the Mayor's choice to reappoint Ben Bleiman to the Entertainment Commission, where he will serve until July 1, 2027. The motion has been passed by the city.

Motion approving the Mayor’s nomination for the reappointment of Ben Bleiman to the Entertainment Commission, for a term ending July 1, 2027.

This motion approves the Mayor's decision to reappoint Cynthia Wang to the Entertainment Commission, where she will serve until July 1, 2027. The motion has already passed.

Motion approving the Mayor’s nomination for reappointment of Cynthia Wang to the Entertainment Commission, term ending July 1, 2027.

This motion directs the Budget and Legislative Analyst to conduct an audit of the Public Utilities Commission's processes related to water and wastewater rates and contracts. The goal is to prioritize reducing rate increases for residents.

Motion directing the Budget and Legislative Analyst, on a priority basis, to audit the Public Utilities Commission’s Water and Wastewater Enterprises, rate setting, and contract oversight processes, with a focus on reducing rate increases.

This legislation outlines a hearing where the Mayor will discuss overdose prevention in District 5, based on topics submitted by Supervisors. The Mayor will have five minutes to speak initially, followed by a two-minute limit for each question and answer during the discussion.

Pursuant to Charter, Sections 2.103 and 3.100(7), and Administrative Code, Section 2.11, the Mayor shall discuss eligible topics submitted from the Supervisors. The Mayor may address the Board initially for up to five minutes. Discussion shall not exceed two minutes per question or answer. The following topic was noticed on the agenda representing District 5: 1. Overdose Prevention

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.

This legislation involves a hearing where the Board of Supervisors will review and potentially reject the proposed retail water and wastewater rates for the fiscal years 2024-2026, as submitted by the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission. The hearing is scheduled for June 13, 2023, at 3:00 p.m., following a request from Supervisor Ahsha Safai.

Hearing of the Board of Supervisors convening as a Committee of the Whole on June 13, 2023, at 3:00 p.m., to consider the retail water and wastewater rates and charges for Fiscal Year End (FYE) 2024-2026 from the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission; and the Board may reject these rates by resolution, pursuant to Charter, Section 8B.125; scheduled by the Clerk of the Board in response to the request by Supervisor Ahsha Safai made on May 31, 2023, pursuant to Charter, Section 8B.125.

This resolution aimed to reject the proposed retail water and wastewater rates for the fiscal years 2024-2026 set by the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission. It has been killed, meaning it will not move forward for consideration.

Resolution rejecting the retail water and wastewater rates and charges for Fiscal Year End (FYE) 2024-2026 from the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission, pursuant to Charter, Section 8B.125.

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.

This motion proposes changes to the rules around soliciting payments related to city government actions, including exemptions for smaller payments and clarifications on who is considered an interested party. It aims to streamline the process for soliciting funds for city departments and related initiatives while ensuring compliance with existing regulations.

Motion ordering submitted to the voters at an election to be held on November 8, 2022, an Ordinance amending the Campaign and Governmental Conduct Code to modify the rules concerning behested payment solicitations, by 1) exempting payments less than $1,000; 2) providing that a person does not become an interested party due to the City issuing them a license, permit, or other entitlement for use, if the issuance was ministerial and in certain other situations; 3) providing that a person does not become an interested party by attempting to influence a legislative or administrative action; 4) authorizing the solicitation of payments directly to City departments, and from nonprofits with agreements approved by the City Attorney and Controller; 5) authorizing departments to solicit payments pursuant to their approved Racial Equity Action Plans; 6) establishing that certain solicitations from tenants, contractors, and parties to development agreements are not prohibited; and 7) making other clarifying changes.

This ordinance allows participants in Guaranteed Income pilot programs to receive payments without affecting their eligibility or the amount of aid they receive from County Adult Assistance Programs. It amends the Administrative Code to ensure these payments are exempt from consideration by the Human Services Agency.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to exempt payments received by housed participants in Guaranteed Income pilot programs from the Human Service Agency’s determinations regarding the participants’ eligibility for the County Adult Assistance Programs and the amount of aid the participants may receive.

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.

This motion reappoints Dori Caminong to the Entertainment Commission, with her new term set to end on July 1, 2027. The motion has been passed.

Motion reappointing Dori Caminong, term ending July 1, 2027, to the Entertainment Commission.