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Ordinance#230767
Jun 30, 2023

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.

TransportationEnvironmentGovernance & Elections
Passed
11-0
Ordinance#230764
Jun 30, 2023

The ordinance modifies how development impact fees are calculated and paid, allowing certain projects to defer fees until occupancy and exempting some projects from fees for three years. It also updates the Planning Code to support existing fees for community services and infrastructure.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to 1) modify the annual indexing of certain development impact fees, with the exception of inclusionary housing fees; 2) provide that the type and rates of applicable development impact fees, with the exception of inclusionary housing fees, shall be determined at the time of project approval; 3) exempt eligible development projects in PDR (Production, Distribution, and Repair) Districts, and the C-2 (Community Business) and C-3 (Downtown Commercial) Zoning Districts from all development impact fees for a three-year period; 4) allow payment of development impact fees, with the exception of fees deposited in the Citywide Affordable Housing Fund, to be deferred until issuance of the first certificate of occupancy; and 5) adopt the San Francisco Citywide Nexus Analysis supporting existing development impact fees for recreation and open space, childcare facilities, complete streets, and transit infrastructure and making conforming revisions to Article 4 of the Planning Code; amending the Building Code to allow payment of development impact fees, with the exception of fees deposited in the Citywide Affordable Housing Fund, to be deferred until issuance of the first certificate of occupancy and repealing the fee deferral surcharge; 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.

HousingTransportationLand Use & Planning
By Matt Dorsey, Rafael Mandelman
11-0
Hearing#230514
Jun 30, 2023

This legislation involves a hearing to discuss the creation of a property-based assessment district called the Excelsior Community Benefit District. The hearing is set for July 11, 2023, to evaluate the proposal under California law and local regulations.

Hearing of the Board of Supervisors sitting as a Committee of the Whole on July 11, 2023, at 3:00 p.m., to consider establishment of a property-based assessment district to be known as the Excelsior Community Benefit District, pursuant to the California Property and Business Improvement District Law of 1994 (Streets and Highways Code, Sections 36600 et seq.), and City and County of San Francisco Business and Tax Regulations Code, Article 15; scheduled pursuant to the Resolution No. 235-23 contained in File No. 230386; adopted on May 2, 2023.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
Filed
no vote
Ordinance#230784
Jun 30, 2023

This ordinance updates various city codes to clarify the roles and authority of several city commissions and departments, ensuring they align with current state and local laws. It also confirms that the Planning Department has complied with environmental regulations in these changes.

Ordinance amending the Public Works, Administrative, Police, Health, and Building Codes to clarify the authority of the Public Works Commission, the Sanitation and Streets Commission, the Department of Public Works, and the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission; amending said Codes to provide clarifications, corrections, and updates consistent with changes in state and local laws; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

Public SafetyTransportationEnvironment
Filed
no vote
Ordinance#220854
Jun 30, 2023

This ordinance allows for taller buildings in a specific area of the Transbay Redevelopment Project by raising the height limit from 450 feet to 513 feet and adjusting some floor plate sizes. It also includes necessary environmental and planning findings to ensure compliance with state and local laws.

Ordinance approving an amendment to the Transbay Redevelopment Plan to increase height and bulk limits on Block 4 of Zone One of the Transbay Redevelopment Project Area (Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 3739, Lot No. 010, located on the south side of Howard Street between Beale and Main Streets), by increasing the maximum height limit for tower buildings from 450 feet to 513 feet, and increasing certain maximum floor plate sizes; making findings under the California Environmental Quality Act; making findings under the California Community Redevelopment Law; and making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Matt Dorsey
10-0
Ordinance#220836
Jun 30, 2023

This ordinance amends the Zoning Map to allow taller buildings for the Transbay Block 4 Redevelopment Project, located on Howard Street. It also includes environmental findings and confirms alignment with the city's General Plan and planning policies.

Ordinance amending the Zoning Map of the Planning Code to facilitate development of the Transbay Block 4 Redevelopment Project (located on the south side of Howard Street between Beale and Main Streets) by increasing height limits; adopting findings under the California Environmental Quality Act; making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and making public necessity, convenience, and general welfare findings under Planning Code, Section 302.

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Matt Dorsey, Rafael Mandelman
2-0
Resolution#220954
Jun 30, 2023

This resolution urges city departments to provide the Board of Supervisors with information needed to develop a comprehensive strategy called "San Francisco Recovers" aimed at addressing accidental drug overdose deaths, supporting recovery from addiction, and eliminating open drug markets and related public issues. The goal is to create a coordinated approach to improve community safety and health.

Resolution urging City departments to report to the Board of Supervisors with specific information necessary to permit the Board to scope a comprehensive, coordinated, and sustained citywide strategy called ?San Francisco Recovers' to reverse the City's crisis in accidental drug overdose deaths; to incentivize and support recovery from drug addiction; and to end overt drug markets, open-air drug scenes and associated public nuisances and harms to the community.

TransportationPublic HealthBusiness & Economy
By Matt Dorsey, Rafael Mandelman
no vote
Ordinance#220708
Jun 30, 2023

This ordinance proposes to vacate a portion of the airspace above Natoma Street between First and Second Streets and transfer the city's interest in that area to the Transbay Joint Powers Authority. It also confirms that the Planning Department's assessment complies with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's General Plan and priority policies.

Ordinance ordering the summary street vacation of a portion of the airspace above a segment of Natoma Street between First and Second Streets and adjacent to the Transbay Transit Center; quitclaiming the City's interest in the street vacation area to the Transbay Joint Powers Authority; 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.

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Matt Dorsey
2-0
Resolution#230681
Jun 28, 2023

This resolution approves an increase of $31 million to a grant for the Mid-Market/Tenderloin Community-Based Safety Program, raising the total grant to about $61 million and extending the program's duration until June 30, 2025. It also allows the Director of the Office of Economic and Workforce Development to make minor changes to the contract as needed.

Resolution approving Amendment No. 3 to a grant agreement between the Office of Economic and Workforce Development and Mid-Market Foundation, for management of the Mid-Market /Tenderloin Community-Based Safety Program; to increase the grant amount by $31,000,000 for a total not to exceed amount of $61,090,570 and to extend the term from October 15, 2023, for a total period of July 1, 2022, through June 30, 2025; effective upon approval of this Resolution; and to authorize the Director of the Office of Economic and Workforce Development to enter into amendments or modifications to the contract prior to its final execution by all parties that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the contract.

TransportationBudget & TaxesBusiness & Economy
Passed
13-0
Hearing#221257
Jun 28, 2023

This legislation calls for a hearing to discuss updates on an investigation into potential building code violations and illegal conversions at the Twitter Headquarters, as well as possible labor and human rights violations involving immigrant workers. It requests reports from various city departments involved in the investigation.

Hearing regarding updates on the findings of the joint Department of Building Inspection (DBI) and Planning investigation into Building Code and Planning Code violations, including potential illegal conversions, of the Twitter Headquarters located at 1355 Market Street as reported on by Forbes Magazine, and potential labor and human rights violations of immigrant workers; and requesting DBI, the Zoning Administrator and Planning Enforcement, Office of Labor Standards Enforcement and Human Rights Commission to report.

TransportationBudget & TaxesLand Use & Planning
By Matt Dorsey
no vote
Hearing#220979
Jun 28, 2023

This legislation is a hearing to get updates on payments from developers for affordable housing linked to the 706 Mission Purchase and Sale Agreement. It also asks for reports from the Office of Community Investment and Infrastructure and the Mayor's Office of Housing and Community Development.

Hearing to receive updates on the developer payments for affordable housing required by the 706 Mission Purchase and Sale Agreement; and requesting the Office of Community Investment and Infrastructure and Mayor's Office of Housing and Community Development to report.

HousingTransportation
By Matt Dorsey
no vote
Hearing#211276
Jun 28, 2023

This legislation calls for a hearing to review the status of the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development's Below Market Rate Program, focusing on participant numbers, income levels served, funding, demographics, and available units. The goal is to gather detailed information and request a report from the MOHCD.

Hearing on the review and status of the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development’s (MOHCD) Below Market Rate (BMR) Program, including inquiring about the number of participants in the Program, what Area Median Income’s (AMI) are currently being serviced, the Program’s funding availability, participant demographics, number of units in development, and number of units currently available; and requesting MOHCD to report.

HousingTransportationBudget & Taxes
Filed
2-0
Hearing#211137
Jun 28, 2023

This hearing addresses issues with Shared Mobility Device users and companies not following safety laws meant to protect all road users, including vulnerable groups. It requests reports from the Municipal Transportation Agency and the companies involved on their compliance with these regulations.

Hearing to address non-compliance by Shared Mobility Device permittees and riders of Shared Mobility Devices with laws and regulations designed to protect the health and safety of riders and pedestrians, including families, seniors and people with disabilities; and requesting the Municipal Transportation Agency and Shared Mobility Device permittees to report.

TransportationPublic HealthSocial Services & Equity
Filed
1-0
Resolution#230778
Jun 27, 2023

This resolution allows GSW Arena LLC to use certain curb and metered parking spaces near the Chase Center for 10 years, with potential extensions, generating over $1 million in revenue for the city starting August 1, 2023. It also authorizes the Port's Executive Director to make minor changes to the license as needed without increasing the city's obligations.

Resolution approving Port Commission License No. 17036 with GSW Arena LLC for the non-exclusive use of white and yellow zone curb spaces and metered parking spaces on Port streets in and around the Chase Center on game and special event days for an initial term of 10 years with two five-year extension options and with anticipated revenues from this License to exceed $1,000,000 to commence on August 1, 2023; to authorize the Executive Director of the Port of San Francisco to enter into amendments or modifications to the Port Commission License No. 17036 that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of this Resolution; and making findings under the California Environmental Quality Act.

TransportationEnvironmentHonorary / Symbolic
By Matt Dorsey
7-0
Resolution#230779
Jun 27, 2023

This resolution renames part of Palo Alto Avenue to La Avanzada Street and changes the remaining section to Dellbrook Avenue. The changes affect the segment from 241 Palo Alto Avenue to Dellbrook Avenue and the section between Dellbrook Avenue and Clarendon Avenue.

Resolution renaming a segment of Palo Alto Avenue to La Avanzada Street from its new terminus at 241 Palo Alto Avenue westward to its intersection with Dellbrook Avenue and renaming the remaining segment of Palo Alto Avenue between its intersection with Dellbrook Avenue and its westward terminus at Clarendon Avenue to Dellbrook Avenue.

TransportationEnvironment
By Myrna Melgar
6-0
Resolution#230773
Jun 27, 2023

This resolution allows the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to use $600,000 from the SoMa Community Stabilization Fund to help residents and businesses affected by destabilization in the SoMa area until June 30, 2024. The funding is intended to address various impacts of these challenges.

Resolution authorizing the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to expend SoMa Community Stabilization Fund dollars in the amount of $600,000 to address various impacts of destabilization on residents and businesses in SoMa for a term to commence effective upon approval of this Resolution through June 30, 2024.

HousingTransportationBudget & Taxes
By Matt Dorsey, Rafael Mandelman
7-0 /2
Motion#230755
Jun 27, 2023

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.

TransportationGovernance & Elections
Passed
9-0
Resolution#230771
Jun 27, 2023

This resolution approves a 20-year agreement between the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing and the San Francisco Housing Authority to provide housing vouchers for families exiting homelessness, potentially generating over $50 million for the city. It also allows for minor changes to the agreement without significantly altering the city's obligations or benefits.

Resolution retroactively approving an agreement between the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing (“HSH”) and the San Francisco Housing Authority for a term of 20 years from June 15, 2023, through June 14, 2043, with anticipated estimated revenue to the City of $50,000,000 or more for 50 United States Department of Housing and Urban Development Section 8 project-based vouchers at 333-12th Street for families exiting homelessness; and authorizing HSH to enter into additions, amendments or other modifications to the agreement that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities, or materially decrease the benefits to the City.

HousingTransportationBudget & Taxes
By Rafael Mandelman
7-0
Resolution#230515
Jun 27, 2023

This resolution establishes the Excelsior Community Benefit District, allowing property assessments to be collected for 10 years starting in Fiscal Year 2023-2024 to fund local improvements. It includes specific conditions and environmental findings related to the district.

Resolution to establish the property-based business improvement district known as the “Excelsior Community Benefit District,” ordering the levy and collection of assessments against property located in that district for 10 years commencing with Fiscal Year 2023-2024, subject to conditions as specified, and making environmental findings.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
Passed
5-0
Resolution#230780
Jun 27, 2023

This resolution waives certain fees for the Brotherhood Way Greenway Beautification Project, including the Major Encroachment Permit fee and ongoing street improvement fees. It aims to support the project's development without financial burdens related to these permits.

Resolution of intent to waive the Major Encroachment Permit fee and ongoing fees, including the street improvement permit, annual assessment, and street improvement annual assessment fees, for the Brotherhood Way Greenway Beautification Project.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
Passed
5-0
Ordinance#230371
Jun 27, 2023

The ordinance allows for the conversion of non-residential spaces to residential use in Downtown San Francisco, streamlining various requirements and permitting new commercial uses to help revitalize the area. It also simplifies sign permitting and historic preservation reviews, while increasing flexibility for large projects and adaptive reuse of buildings.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to 1) facilitate residential uses Downtown by authorizing the conversion of non-residential uses to residential use in C (Commercial) zoning districts, and exempting such projects from requirements for rear yard, open space, streetscape improvements, dwelling unit exposure, bike parking, transportation demand management, dwelling unit mix, and Intermediate Length Occupancy controls, permitting live work units in such projects, streamlining administrative approvals for projects in the C-3 zoning district, and modifying the dimensional limits on exemptions to height restrictions for mechanical equipment, elevator, stair, and mechanical penthouses; 2) economically revitalize Downtown by adding Flexible Workspace as a defined use, authorizing large scale retail uses in the C-3 zoning district, allowing window displays in the C-3 zoning district, allowing Flexible Workspace as an active ground floor commercial use along certain street frontages in C-3 zoning districts, allowing accessory storage in any C zoning district, allowing the temporary installation for 60 days of certain signs in the C-3-R district, allowing temporary non-residential uses in vacant spaces for up to one year, including formula retail, reducing density limits for Residential Dwelling Units and Senior Housing in the C-2 zoning districts east of or fronting Franklin Street/13th Street and north of Townsend Street, principally permitting Laboratory, Life Science, Agricultural and Beverage Processing, and Animal Hospitals in C-2 zoning districts, principally permitting Senior Housing, Residential Care Facilities, Outdoor Entertainment, Open Recreation Areas, Animal Hospitals, and Trade Schools in the C-3 zoning district, allowing formula retail as a ground floor use on Market Street, principally permitting office and design professional uses on the second floor and higher in the C-3-R zoning district, and requiring consideration of office vacancy in consideration of granting exceptions in the Transit Center Commercial Special Use District; 3) streamline sign permitting citywide and in the C-3 districts by allowing for the repair and rehabilitation of certain neon signs, and exempting existing business signs in the C-3 zoning district from certain zoning controls; 4) streamline Historic Preservation review of administrative certificates of appropriateness, and minor permits to alter for awnings, and Qualifying Scopes of Work, as may be delegated by the Historic Preservation Commission; 5) increase threshold for large projects subject to commercial to residential ratios in the C-3-O district, and provide alternatives to on-site open space in certain C-3 districts by allowing for payment of an in lieu fee as an alternative to providing open space; 6) facilitate residential adaptive reuse by amending the Building Code to add standards for adaptive reuse of non-residential buildings; and 7) principally permit formula retail and waive size limitations for such uses on a portion of Showplace Square Area (555-9th Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 3781, Lot No. 003); affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and making findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare pursuant to Planning Code, Section 302.

TransportationBusiness & EconomyLand Use & Planning
By Rafael Mandelman
14-0
Ordinance#230493
Jun 27, 2023

The ordinance designates The Church for the Fellowship of All Peoples at 2041 Larkin Street as a Landmark, ensuring its preservation under the Planning Code. It also affirms the Planning Department's environmental assessment and aligns with city planning priorities.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to designate The Church for the Fellowship of All Peoples, at 2041 Larkin Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0572, Lot No. 003, as a Landmark consistent with the standards set forth in Article 10 of the Planning Code; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and making public necessity, convenience, and welfare findings under Planning Code, Section 302, and findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Myrna Melgar
11-0
Resolution#230670
Jun 27, 2023

This resolution approves the interim budget for the Office of Community Investment and Infrastructure for the fiscal year 2023-2024. It allows the agency, which continues the work of the former San Francisco Redevelopment Agency, to operate and fund its programs.

Resolution approving the Fiscal Year (“FY”) 2023-2024 Interim Budget of the Office of Community Investment and Infrastructure, operating as the Successor Agency to the San Francisco Redevelopment Agency.

TransportationBudget & Taxes
Passed
8-0
Resolution#230469
Jun 27, 2023

This resolution allows Qualia Entertainment Inc. to obtain a liquor license for their music venue, Arena SF, at 2565 Mission Street, 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 Qualia Entertainment Inc., to do business as Arena SF located at 2565 Mission Street (District 9), will serve the public convenience or necessity of the City and County of San Francisco, in accordance with California Business and Professions Code, Section 23958.4; and requesting that the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control impose conditions on the issuance of the license.

TransportationEnvironmentBusiness & Economy
Passed
7-0
Resolution#230527
Jun 27, 2023

This resolution allows The Epicurean Trader, Inc. to transfer a liquor license for selling beer, wine, and spirits at 2240 Market Street, determining it benefits the public. It also requests that the state impose specific conditions on the license issuance.

Resolution determining that the person-to-person, premises-to-premises transfer of a Type-21 off-sale general beer, wine, and distilled spirits liquor license to The Epicurean Trader, Inc., doing business as The Epicurean Trader, located at 2240 Market Street (District 8), will serve the public convenience or necessity of the City and County of San Francisco, in accordance with California Business and Professions Code, Section 23958.4; and requesting that the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control impose a condition on the issuance of the license.

TransportationEnvironmentBusiness & Economy
Passed
7-0
Hearing#230592
Jun 27, 2023

This legislation involves a hearing for public input on a proposed project at 1151 Washington Street, which includes demolishing a single-family home to build a four-story building with 10 residential units and associated parking. The project is seeking exemptions from certain zoning requirements and is being contested by a local resident and neighborhood association.

Hearing of persons interested in or objecting to the determination of exemption from environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act issued as a Categorical Exemption by the Planning Department on April 7, 2023, for the proposed project at 1151 Washington Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0213, Lot No. 025, to allow the demolition of a single-family dwelling and the construction of a four-story, 40-foot tall building containing 10 dwelling units (one three-bedroom unit and nine two-bedroom units), one unbundled off-street parking space and 10 Class one bicycle parking spaces, within a RM-3 (Residential-Mixed, Moderate-Density) Zoning District and a 65-A Height and Bulk District; the seeking waivers from Development Standards including front setback (Section 132), rear yard (Section 134), dwelling unit exposure (Section 140), and bicycle parking (Section 155), pursuant to State Density Bonus Law. (District 3) (Appellant: Richard Drury of Lozeau Drury LLP, on behalf of Clayton Timbrell and the Upper Chinatown Neighborhood Association) (Filed May 17, 2023)

HousingTransportationLand Use & Planning
Filed
no vote
Motion#230593
Jun 27, 2023

The motion aimed to confirm that a project at 1151 Washington Street does not require an environmental review due to its categorically exempt status. However, the motion was ultimately rejected.

Motion affirming the determination by the Planning Department that the proposed project at 1151 Washington Street is categorically exempt from environmental review.

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
Killed
4-1
Motion#230594
Jun 27, 2023

The motion reverses the Planning Department's decision that a project at 1151 Washington Street does not require an environmental review. This reversal is conditional upon the Board adopting written findings to support this decision.

Motion conditionally reversing the determination by the Planning Department that the proposed project at 1151 Washington Street is exempt from environmental review, subject to the adoption of written findings of the Board in support of this determination.

TransportationEnvironmentHonorary / Symbolic
Passed
4-1
Motion#230595
Jun 27, 2023

This motion directs the Clerk of the Board to prepare findings that will reverse the Planning Department's decision, which stated that the project at 1151 Washington Street does not require an environmental review. As a result, the project will now undergo further environmental assessment before moving forward.

Motion directing the Clerk of the Board to prepare findings reversing the determination by the Planning Department that the proposed project at 1151 Washington Street is exempt from environmental review.

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
Passed
4-1
Hearing#230630
Jun 27, 2023

This hearing is about a proposed project at 1151 Washington Street that seeks to demolish a single-family home and build a four-story building with 10 residential units and limited parking. The project is requesting exceptions to certain zoning rules to proceed under a state density bonus program.

Hearing of persons interested in or objecting to the approval of a Conditional Use Authorization pursuant to Sections 206.6, 209.2, 303, and 317 of the Planning Code, for a proposed project at 1151 Washington Street, Assessor's Parcel Block No. 0213, Lot No. 025, identified in Planning Case No. 2022-010833CUA, issued by the Planning Commission by Motion No. 21310, dated April 20, 2023, to permit the demolition of a single-family dwelling and construct a four-story, 40-foot tall building containing 10 dwelling units (one three-bedroom unit and nine two-bedroom units), one off-street parking space and 10 Class one bicycle parking spaces, under the individually requested state density bonus program; and seeking waivers from Development Standards including front setback (Section 132), rear yard (Section 134), dwelling unit exposure (Section 140), and bicycle parking (Section 155), pursuant to Planning Code, Section 206.6, and California Government Code, Section 65915, within the RM-3 (Residential-Mixed, Medium-Density) Zoning District and a 65-A Height and Bulk District. (District 3) (Appellant: Deborah Holley of Holley Consulting, on behalf of 1155 Washington Street LLC) (Filed May 19, 2023)

HousingTransportationLand Use & Planning
Special Order
no vote
Motion#230631
Jun 27, 2023

This motion aimed to approve a Conditional Use Authorization for a project at 1151 Washington Street, following the Planning Commission's decision. However, the motion was ultimately rejected.

Motion approving 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 located at 1151 Washington Street; and making environmental findings, and findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
Killed
no vote
Motion#230632
Jun 27, 2023

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.

TransportationEnvironmentGovernance & Elections
Killed
no vote
Motion#230633
Jun 27, 2023

This motion aimed to direct the Clerk to prepare findings supporting the Board of Supervisors' decision to disapprove a Conditional Use Authorization for a project at 1151 Washington Street. The motion has been killed, meaning it will not move forward.

Motion directing the Clerk of the Board to prepare findings in support of the Board of Supervisors' disapproval of the proposed Conditional Use Authorization, identified as Planning Case No. 2022-010833CUA for a proposed project at 1151 Washington Street.

TransportationEnvironmentHonorary / Symbolic
Killed
no vote
Hearing#230634
Jun 27, 2023

This legislation is a hearing to gather opinions from the public regarding a proposed residential project at 3832-18th Street, which seeks approval for a state density bonus and waivers from certain zoning standards to build a six-story building with 19 housing units. The hearing allows interested parties to express support or objections to the project before a decision is made.

Hearing of persons interested in or objecting to the approval of a Conditional Use Authorization pursuant to Sections 209.2, 253, and 303 of the Planning Code, for a proposed project at 3832-18th Street, Assessor's Parcel Block No. 3580, Lot No. 018, identified in Planning Case No. 2020-001610CUA-02, issued by the Planning Commission by Motion No. 21312, dated April 20, 2023, to allow approval of an individually requested state density bonus project pursuant to Planning Code, Section 206.6 (using the state density bonus law (California Government Code, Sections 65915-65918)), for the project; and invoking waivers from the Development Standards for rear yard (Section 134), dwelling unit exposure (Section 140), and maximum height limit (Section 260) that would construct a new six-story, 60-foot tall, residential building of 11,147 gross square foot with 19 group housing units within the RM-1 (Residential-Mixed, Low Density) Zoning District and a 40-X Height and Bulk District. (District 8) (Appellant: Athanassios Diacakis) (Filed May 19, 2023)

HousingTransportationLand Use & Planning
Filed
no vote
Motion#230635
Jun 27, 2023

This motion approves a Conditional Use Authorization for a project at 3832-18th Street, confirming it aligns with environmental standards and the city's General Plan. The Planning Commission's decision has been officially accepted and passed.

Motion approving the decision of the Planning Commission by its Motion No. 21312, approving a Conditional Use Authorization, identified as Planning Case No. 2020-001610CUA-02, for a proposed project located at 3832-18th Street; and making environmental findings, and findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
Passed
5-0
Motion#230636
Jun 27, 2023

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.

TransportationEnvironmentGovernance & Elections
Killed
5-0
Motion#230637
Jun 27, 2023

This motion aimed to have the Clerk of the Board create findings to support the Board of Supervisors' decision to disapprove a Conditional Use Authorization for a project at 3832-18th Street. The motion has been killed, meaning it will not proceed further.

Motion directing the Clerk of the Board to prepare findings in support of the Board of Supervisors' disapproval of the proposed Conditional Use Authorization, identified as Planning Case No. 2020-001610CUA-02 for a proposed project at 3832-18th Street.

TransportationEnvironmentHonorary / Symbolic
Killed
5-0
Resolution#230746
Jun 27, 2023

This resolution supports Governor Gavin Newsom's proposal for a 28th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution aimed at establishing key gun safety measures. It has been officially passed by the San Francisco city government.

Resolution supporting California Governor Gavin Newsom’s proposed 28th Amendment to the United States Constitution to enshrine fundamental, broadly supported gun safety measures into law.

Public SafetyTransportationBudget & Taxes
By Rafael Mandelman, Shamann Walton
5-0
Ordinance#230559
Jun 23, 2023

This ordinance waives fees for awning replacements, new awning installations, and business signs applied for in May 2023 and May 2024. It also clarifies that these waivers are based on the application date rather than the issuance date.

Ordinance amending the Planning, Building, and Fire Codes to codify the annual waiver of awning replacement fees and awning sign fees applied for during the month of May, to annually waive fees for Business Signs and new awning installations applied for during the months of May 2023 and May 2024, and to indicate that the Planning Code, Building, and Fire Code waivers pertaining to pedestrian street lighting as well as awning replacement, awning installation, and awning sign fees are keyed to permit application in May rather than permit issuance in May; 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.

TransportationEnvironmentBusiness & Economy
Passed
14-0
Ordinance#230561
Jun 23, 2023

This ordinance establishes a formal agreement between the City and County of San Francisco and the Municipal Executives Association for the Fire Department, covering terms of employment from July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2026. It outlines the conditions and benefits for fire department executives during this period.

Ordinance adopting and implementing the Memorandum of Understanding between the City and County of San Francisco and the Municipal Executives Association - Fire, to be effective July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2026.

Transportation
Passed
11-0
Ordinance#230565
Jun 23, 2023

This ordinance adds a sixth salary step for Public Safety Communications Dispatchers and Senior Police Communications Dispatchers in San Francisco, effective July 1, 2023. It amends the existing agreement between the city and the Service Employees International Union Local 1021 regarding employee compensation.

Ordinance adopting and implementing the Third Amendment to the 2022-2024 Memorandum of Understanding between the City and County of San Francisco and Service Employees International Union Local 1021, effective July 1, 2023, to amend the compensation provision for 8238 Public Safety Communications Dispatcher and 8239 Senior Police Communications Dispatcher to provide an additional sixth salary step to both classifications.

Public SafetyTransportationSocial Services & Equity
By Rafael Mandelman
11-0
Ordinance#230567
Jun 23, 2023

This ordinance establishes a retention payment program for specific employees at the Human Services Agency who handle child welfare emergency response services, effective July 1, 2023. It amends the existing agreement between the City and the Municipal Executives Association for the years 2022-2024.

Ordinance adopting and implementing the First Amendment to the 2022-2024 Memorandum of Understanding between the City and County of San Francisco and the Municipal Executives Association, effective July 1, 2023, to adopt a side letter agreement for a retention payment program for certain Human Services Agency employees who provide child welfare emergency response services.

Public SafetyTransportation
Passed
11-0
Ordinance#230568
Jun 23, 2023

This ordinance reinstates the Airport Employee Transit Pilot Program at San Francisco International Airport, effective July 1, 2023. It is part of an agreement between the City and the Municipal Executives Association.

Ordinance adopting and implementing the Second Amendment to the 2022-2024 Memorandum of Understanding between the City and County of San Francisco and the Municipal Executives Association, effective July 1, 2023, to adopt a side letter agreement to reinstate the Airport Employee Transit Pilot Program at San Francisco International Airport.

TransportationHonorary / Symbolic
Passed
11-0
Ordinance#230562
Jun 23, 2023

This ordinance formalizes an agreement between the City and County of San Francisco and the Municipal Executives Association - Police, which outlines terms for police executive employment from July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2026. It aims to establish working conditions and benefits for police executives during this period.

Ordinance adopting and implementing the Memorandum of Understanding between the City and County of San Francisco and the Municipal Executives Association - Police, to be effective July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2026.

Public SafetyTransportation
Passed
11-0
Ordinance#230164
Jun 23, 2023

This ordinance allows existing shared spaces in certain public parking lots in the Mission Street area to continue operating without losing their designated parking status. It also confirms that the Planning Department's assessment complies with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's General Plan and key planning policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to allow continued use of existing shared spaces in specified public parking lots in the Mission Street Neighborhood Commercial Transit (NCT) District without triggering abandonment of the underlying vehicular parking use; 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.

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Rafael Mandelman
11-0 /1
Ordinance#230192
Jun 23, 2023

This ordinance updates the landmark designation for the Castro Theatre to include specific exterior and interior features that must be preserved or replaced, ensuring the building's historical significance is fully recognized. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with city planning policies.

Ordinance amending the Landmark Designation for Landmark No. 100, 429-431 Castro Street (the Castro Theatre), Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 3582, Lot No. 085, under Article 10 of the Planning Code, to list the exterior features that should be preserved or replaced in kind, to add interior features to the designation, and to capture the property’s full historical significance; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and making public necessity, convenience, and welfare findings under Planning Code, Section 302, and findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Rafael Mandelman
19-5 /1
Resolution#230474
Jun 23, 2023

This resolution approves a five-year contract with SP Plus SF Joint Venture to manage and operate public and employee parking facilities at the airport, with a total budget of up to $214,947,987. The contract will run from July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2028.

Resolution approving the Professional Services Agreement, Contract No. 50337, for a five-year term commencing July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2028, in an amount not to exceed $214,947,987 for the Management and Operations of Airport Public and Employee Parking Facilities between SP Plus SF Joint Venture and the City and County of San Francisco, acting by and through its Airport Commission.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
Passed
6-0
Resolution#230536
Jun 23, 2023

The resolution approves a $19.5 million settlement for a claim by 1231 Market Street Owner L.P. against the city, related to property damage at the Hotel Whitcomb caused by shelter-in-place hotel guests during the COVID-19 pandemic. Both parties will release each other from further claims and cover their own legal costs.

Resolution approving the settlement of the unlitigated claim filed by 1231 Market Street Owner L.P. against the City and County of San Francisco for $19,500,000; the claim was filed on April 13, 2023; the claim involves allegations of property damage to the Hotel Whitcomb caused by shelter-in-place (SIP) hotel guests during the COVID-19 pandemic and resulting loss of use; other material terms of the settlement include a mutual full and final release, with each party to bear their own costs.

HousingTransportationPublic Health
Passed
5-0 /1
Resolution#230709
Jun 21, 2023

This resolution approves the list of projects that will receive funding from the Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account for the fiscal year 2023-2024, as mandated by California Senate Bill 1. The funding is intended for road repair and maintenance in San Francisco.

Resolution approving the list of projects to be funded by Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account funds as established by California Senate Bill 1, the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017.

TransportationBudget & Taxes
Passed
8-0
Ordinance#230653
Jun 14, 2023

This ordinance allocates $759,000 from CleanPowerSF revenue and $848,220 in grant funds to support capital improvements and implement programs aimed at providing renewable energy options for disadvantaged communities in the 2023-2024 fiscal year. The focus is on enhancing access to green energy through the Disadvantaged Communities Green Tariff and Community Solar Green Tariff Programs.

Ordinance appropriating $759,000 of CleanPowerSF revenue for CleanPowerSF Capital Improvements and $848,220 in California Public Utilities Commission grant funds to implement the Disadvantaged Communities Green Tariff and Community Solar Green Tariff Programs for Fiscal Year (FY) 2023-2024.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
Passed
18-0
Ordinance#230663
Jun 14, 2023

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.

TransportationBudget & TaxesGovernance & Elections
Passed
23-0
Resolution#230692
Jun 13, 2023

This resolution approves an increase of $3,000,953 to the existing contract with the Japanese Community Youth Council for the Opportunities for All Intermediary Program, raising the total grant amount to $13,327,411. The grant term remains unchanged, and the increase requires approval from the Board of Supervisors.

Resolution approving a fourth amendment to Contract No. 10000014147 for the Japanese Community Youth Council, Opportunities for All Intermediary Program, between the Japanese Community Youth Council and the City and County of San Francisco, acting by and through its Department of Children, Youth and Their Families, to increase the grant amount by $3,000,953 for a total not to exceed amount of $13,327,411 with Board of Supervisors’ approval under Charter, Section 9.118, and with no change to the grant term.

TransportationBudget & TaxesSocial Services & Equity
Passed
9-0 /2
Resolution#230739
Jun 13, 2023

This resolution allows the Office of Cannabis to accept and use a $3 million grant from the Board of State and Community Corrections for public health and safety initiatives related to Proposition 64, covering the period from May 1, 2023, to October 31, 2028. It also authorizes the Office to manage the agreement and any future changes on behalf of the city.

Resolution retroactively authorizing the Office of Cannabis to accept and expend a grant award in the amount of $3,000,000 from the Board of State and Community Corrections for the Proposition 64 Public Health and Safety Grant Program for a term of May 1, 2023, through October 31, 2028; and authorizing the Office of Cannabis to execute the agreement with the Board of State and Community Corrections, and any extensions, amendments, or contracts subsequent thereto on behalf of the City and County of San Francisco.

TransportationBudget & TaxesPublic Health
By Rafael Mandelman
7-0
Resolution#230737
Jun 13, 2023

The resolution designates specific newspapers as official outreach periodicals for various communities in San Francisco, including the LGBTQ+ community and several neighborhoods. It aims to enhance communication and outreach for these communities through targeted advertising for the fiscal year 2023-2024.

Resolution designating Bar Media, Inc. (dba Bay Area Reporter) to be the outreach community periodical of the City and County of San Francisco for the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender community and the outreach neighborhood periodical of the City and County of San Francisco for the Castro, Noe Valley, and Duboce Triangle neighborhoods; Wind Newspaper to be the outreach community periodical of the City and County of San Francisco for the Chinese Community and Wind Newspaper and Sing Tao Daily to be the outreach neighborhood periodical of the City and County of San Francisco for the Chinatown, Richmond, Sunset, Portola, Visitacion Valley, Excelsior, Outer Mission, Tenderloin, Oceanview, Ingleside, and Merced Heights neighborhoods; Acción Latina (dba El Tecolote Newspaper) and El Reportero to be the outreach neighborhood periodical of the City and County of San Francisco for the Mission, Excelsior, and Outer Mission neighborhoods; Sullivan Communications (dba San Francisco Bay Times) to be the outreach neighborhood periodical of the City and County of San Francisco for the Castro neighborhood; and Hearst Communications, Inc. (dba San Francisco Chronicle) to be the outreach neighborhood periodical of the City and County of San Francisco for all other underrepresented communities; and to provide outreach advertising for Fiscal Year (FY) 2023-2024.

TransportationBudget & TaxesLand Use & Planning
Passed
7-0 /2
Resolution#230738
Jun 13, 2023

This resolution designates The San Francisco Examiner as the official newspaper for the City and County of San Francisco to publish all official advertisements for the fiscal year 2023-2024. It has been passed and is now in effect.

Resolution designating Clinton Reilly Communications, dba The San Francisco Examiner, to be the official newspaper of the City and County of San Francisco for all official advertising for Fiscal Year (FY) 2023-2024.

TransportationBudget & Taxes
Passed
6-0 /1
Resolution#230741
Jun 13, 2023

This resolution allows the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing to seek a grant of up to $9,409,600 from the state for a property at 42 Otis Street. The funding is intended to support housing initiatives for the homeless in San Francisco.

Resolution approving and authorizing the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing to apply to the California Department of Housing and Community Development for a Homekey Grant for the property located at 42 Otis Street in an amount not to exceed $9,409,600 on behalf of the City and County of San Francisco.

HousingTransportationBudget & Taxes
By Rafael Mandelman
7-0
Hearing#230627
Jun 13, 2023

This hearing is to address objections regarding unpaid real property transfer taxes for a specific property at 2-16 Turk Street. If upheld, the report will be sent to the Controller and Tax Collector for collection and added to the city's General Fund.

Hearing to consider objections to a report of delinquent real property transfer tax under Business and Tax Regulations Code, Section 1115.1(c), for Assessor's Parcel Block No. 0340, Lot No. 004 (2-16 Turk Street), and directing transmission of said report to the Controller and Tax Collector for collection and deposit into the General Fund; scheduled pursuant to Motion No. M23-091 (File No. 230626), approved June 13, 2023.

HousingTransportationBudget & Taxes
Filed
no vote
Motion#230626
Jun 13, 2023

This motion schedules a public hearing for the Board of Supervisors to review a report on unpaid real property transfer taxes for a specific property at 2-16 Turk Street. If confirmed, the report will be sent to the Controller and Tax Collector for collection and added to the city's General Fund.

Motion scheduling the Board of Supervisors to sit as a Committee of the Whole on July 11, 2023, at 3:00 p.m., to hold a public hearing on a Resolution confirming report of delinquent real property transfer tax under Business and Tax Regulations Code, Section 1115.1(c), for Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0340, Lot No. 004 (2-16 Turk Street), and directing transmission of said report to the Controller and Tax Collector for collection and deposit into the General Fund.

HousingTransportationBudget & Taxes
Passed
5-0
Resolution#230691
Jun 13, 2023

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

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

TransportationBudget & TaxesSocial Services & Equity
Filed
no vote
Ordinance#230732
Jun 12, 2023

The ordinance allows for the conversion of non-residential spaces to residential use in Downtown San Francisco, streamlining various requirements and permitting new types of commercial uses to help revitalize the area. It also simplifies sign permitting and historic preservation reviews, while increasing flexibility for large projects and adaptive reuse of buildings.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to 1) facilitate residential uses Downtown by authorizing the conversion of non-residential uses to residential use in C (Commercial) zoning districts, and exempting such projects from requirements for rear yard, open space, streetscape improvements, dwelling unit exposure, off-street freight loading, curb cuts for vehicular access, bike parking, transportation demand management, dwelling unit mix, and Intermediate Length Occupancy controls, permitting live work units in such project, streamlining administrative approvals for projects in the C-3 zoning district, and modifying the dimensional limits on exemptions to height restrictions for mechanical equipment, elevator, stair, and mechanical penthouses; 2) economically revitalize Downtown by adding Flexible Workspace as a defined use, authorizing large scale retail uses in the C-3 zoning district, allowing window displays in the C-3 zoning district, allowing Flexible Workspace as an active ground floor commercial use along certain street frontages in C-3 zoning districts, allowing accessory storage in any C zoning district, allowing the temporary installation for 60 days of certain signs in the C-3-R district, allowing temporary non-residential uses in vacant spaces for up to one year, including formula retail, reducing density limits for Residential Dwelling Units and Senior Housing in the C-2 zoning districts east of or fronting Franklin Street/13th Street and north of Townsend Street, principally permitting Laboratory, Life Science, Agricultural and Beverage Processing, and Animal Hospitals in C-2 zoning districts, principally permitting Senior Housing, Residential Care Facilities, Outdoor Entertainment, Open Recreation Areas, Animal Hospitals, and Trade Schools in the C-3 zoning district, allowing formula retail as a ground floor use on Market Street, principally permitting office and design professional uses on the second floor and higher in the C-3-R zoning district, and requiring consideration of office vacancy in consideration of granting exceptions in the Transit Center Commercial Special Use District; 3) streamline sign permitting citywide and in the C-3 and portions of the C-2 districts by allowing for the repair and rehabilitation of certain neon signs, and exempting existing business signs in the C-3 zoning district from certain zoning controls; 4) streamline Historic Preservation review of minor permits to alter for awnings, as may be delegated by the Historic Preservation Commission; 5) increase threshold for large projects subject to commercial to residential ratios in the C-3-O district, and provide alternatives to on-site open space in certain C-3 districts by allowing for payment of an in lieu fee as an alternative to providing open space; 6) facilitate residential adaptive reuse by amending the Building Code to add standards for adaptive reuse of non-residential buildings; and 7) principally permit formula retail and waive size limitations for such uses on a portion of Showplace Square Area (555-9th Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 3781, Lot No. 003); affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and making findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare pursuant to Planning Code, Section 302.

TransportationBusiness & EconomyLand Use & Planning
By Matt Dorsey
14-0
Resolution#230671
Jun 9, 2023

This resolution approves the Fiscal Year 2023-24 budget for the Office of Community Investment and Infrastructure and allows the agency to issue bonds up to $75 million to finance its obligations. It aims to support ongoing community development efforts in San Francisco.

Resolution approving the Fiscal Year (FY) 2023-24 Budget of the Office of Community Investment and Infrastructure (“OCII”) operating as the Successor Agency to the San Francisco Redevelopment Agency; and approving the issuance by OCII of Bonds in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $75,000,000 for the purpose of financing a portion of OCII’s enforceable obligations.

TransportationBudget & Taxes
Passed
13-0
Resolution#230591
Jun 8, 2023

This resolution allows Ales Unlimited LLC to transfer a liquor license for selling beer and wine at their location on Webster Street. It has been determined that this transfer will benefit the public in San Francisco.

Resolution determining that the premise-to-premise transfer of a Type-42 on-sale beer and wine public premises liquor license to Ales Unlimited LLC, doing business as Ales Unlimited, located at 2398 Webster Street (District 2), 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.

TransportationEnvironmentBusiness & Economy
Passed
7-0
Ordinance#230596
Jun 7, 2023

This ordinance requires a minimum number of residential units to be built in certain zoning districts, promoting higher density housing development. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with the city’s overall planning goals.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to require minimum residential density, in Residential-Mixed (RM), Residential Commercial (RC), and Residential Transit Oriented (RTO) Districts except for Residential-Transit Oriented - Mission (RTO-M) Districts; 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.

HousingTransportationLand Use & Planning
By Connie Chan
11-0 /3
Ordinance#230505
Jun 7, 2023

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

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to create the Wawona Street and 45th Avenue Cultural Center Special Use District (Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 2513, Lot No. 026) to facilitate the redevelopment of a cultural center; amending the Zoning Map to show the Wawona Street and 45th Avenue Cultural Center Special Use District; amending the Local Coastal Program to add the Wawona Street and 45th Avenue Cultural Center Special Use District, subject to certification by the California Coastal Commission; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and making findings of consistency with the General Plan and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1 and findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare under Planning Code, Section 302.

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Myrna Melgar
15-0
Resolution#230716
Jun 6, 2023

This resolution approves an agreement for San Francisco to maintain artwork located at specific intersections under Caltrans jurisdiction and indemnifies Caltrans against any claims related to the city's maintenance actions. It becomes effective once the resolution is approved.

Resolution approving a maintenance agreement between the City and County of San Francisco and the California Department of Transportation (“Caltrans”) for the City’s maintenance of artwork on right-of-way within Caltrans jurisdiction located at the southeast corner of 17th Street and San Bruno Avenue, and southwest corner of 17th Street and Vermont Street for the Potrero Gateway Public Art Project; and the City’s indemnification of Caltrans for any claims occurring by reason of anything done or omitted to be done by City under the agreement, effective upon approval of this Resolution.

TransportationEnvironment
By Shamann Walton
7-0
Ordinance#230690
Jun 6, 2023

The ordinance designates the Parkside Branch Library as a Landmark, ensuring its preservation and recognition within the community. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with city planning priorities.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to designate Parkside Branch Library, situated within McCoppin Square Park, 1200 Taraval Street, a portion of Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 2351, Lot No. 001, as a Landmark consistent with the standards set forth in Article 10 of the Planning Code; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and making public necessity, convenience, and welfare findings under Planning Code, Section 302, and findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
Passed
11-0
Resolution#230617
Jun 6, 2023

The resolution approves an amendment to the lease for Chowder Hut Restaurant, extending the deadline for improvements to March 31, 2024, and increasing the required investment for renovations by $100,000. It also allows the Port Executive Director to make minor changes to the lease as needed without increasing the city's obligations.

Resolution approving second amendment to Port Commission Lease L-16997 (“Lease”) with Andre Boudin Bakeries, Inc., a California corporation, dba Chowder Hut Restaurant, located at 2860 Taylor Street, Seawall Lot (SWL) 301 for approximately 5,400 square feet of restaurant space that extends the deadline to March 31, 2024, changes the scope, and increases the minimum investment required for certain Tenant Improvements by $100,000 from $800,000 to $900,000; and to authorize the Port Executive Director 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.

HousingTransportationBudget & Taxes
Passed
7-0
Resolution#230618
Jun 6, 2023

This resolution allows the Port of San Francisco to terminate its lease and license with D & G Company, LLC for space at 300 Jefferson Street. It also gives the Executive Director of the Port the authority to make minor changes to the termination agreement as needed, without increasing the city's obligations.

Resolution approving and authorizing the execution of a termination agreement for Port Lease No. L-14630 and Port License No.14651 between the Port of San Francisco and D & G Company, LLC dba Lou’s Pier 47 for space located at 300 Jefferson Street; and to authorize the Executive Director of the Port of San Francisco to enter into amendments or modifications to the Mutual Termination Agreement that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of this Resolution.

TransportationEnvironmentBusiness & Economy
Passed
7-0
Resolution#230619
Jun 6, 2023

The resolution allows the Port of San Francisco to terminate its lease and license with 340 Jefferson, LLC for the restaurant and patio at 340 Jefferson Street. It also permits the Executive Director to make minor amendments to the termination agreement as needed.

Resolution authorizing the Executive Director of the Port of San Francisco to execute a Mutual Termination Agreement for Port Lease No. L-8969 and Port License No. E-13772 between the Port of San Francisco and 340 Jefferson, LLC dba Pompei’s Grotto, for the restaurant premises and the associated front patio located at 340 Jefferson Street; and to authorize the Executive Director of the Port of San Francisco to enter into amendments or modifications to the Mutual Termination Agreement that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of this Resolution.

TransportationEnvironmentBusiness & Economy
Passed
7-0
Resolution#230620
Jun 6, 2023

This resolution allows Verizon Wireless to install wireless telecommunications equipment on city poles for 12 years, potentially generating over $1 million in revenue for San Francisco. It also confirms that the project meets environmental regulations as assessed by the Planning Department.

Resolution approving execution of Master License Agreements between the City and County of San Francisco and GTE Mobilnet of California Limited Partnership,d/b/a Verizon Wireless for the installation of wireless telecommunications antennae and equipment on San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) and San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) poles, each for a term of 12 years and resulting in revenues that could exceed $1,000,000 effective upon approval of this Resolution; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
Passed
7-0 /2
Resolution#230621
Jun 6, 2023

This resolution allows the City of San Francisco to enter into agreements with Mobilitie, LLC for the installation of wireless antennas on city poles for 12 years, potentially generating over $1 million in revenue. It also confirms that the project complies with environmental regulations.

Resolution approving execution of Master License Agreements between the City and County of San Francisco and Mobilitie, LLC for the installation of wireless telecommunications antennae and equipment on San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) and San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) poles, each for a term of 12 years and resulting in revenues that could exceed $1,000,000 effective upon approval of this Resolution; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
Passed
7-0 /2
Resolution#230622
Jun 6, 2023

This resolution allows the City of San Francisco to enter into agreements with ExteNet Systems, LLC to install wireless telecommunications equipment on city poles for 12 years, potentially generating over $1 million in revenue. It also confirms that the project complies with environmental regulations.

Resolution approving execution of Master License Agreements between the City and County of San Francisco and ExteNet Systems, LLC for the installation of wireless telecommunications antennae and equipment on San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) and San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) poles, each for a term of 12 years and resulting in revenues that could exceed $1,000,000 effective upon approval of this Resolution; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
Passed
7-0 /2
Resolution#230623
Jun 6, 2023

This resolution allows the City of San Francisco to enter into agreements with Crown Castle Fiber LLC for installing wireless telecommunications equipment on city poles for 12 years, potentially generating over $1 million in revenue. It also confirms that the project complies with environmental regulations.

Resolution approving execution of Master License Agreements between the City and County of San Francisco and Crown Castle Fiber LLC for the installation of wireless telecommunications antennae and equipment on San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) and San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) poles, each for a term of 12 years and resulting in revenues that could exceed $1,000,000 effective upon approval of this Resolution; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
Passed
7-0 /2
Resolution#230624
Jun 6, 2023

This resolution allows the City of San Francisco to enter into agreements with AT&T for the installation of wireless equipment on city poles for 12 years, potentially generating over $1 million in revenue. It also confirms that the project meets environmental regulations as assessed by the Planning Department.

Resolution approving execution of Master License Agreements between the City and County of San Francisco and New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC (dba AT&T) for the installation of wireless telecommunications antennae and equipment on San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) and San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) poles, each for a term of 12 years and resulting in revenues that could exceed $1,000,000 effective upon approval of this Resolution; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
Passed
7-0 /2
Resolution#230625
Jun 6, 2023

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

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

Public SafetyTransportationGovernance & Elections
Passed
7-0 /2
Resolution#230628
Jun 6, 2023

This resolution aimed to confirm a report of unpaid real property transfer tax for a specific property at 2-16 Turk Street and direct its collection to the city's General Fund. The resolution has been killed, meaning it will not move forward.

Resolution confirming report of delinquent real property transfer tax under Business and Tax Regulations Code, Section 1115.1(c), for Assessor's Parcel Block No. 0340, Lot No. 004 (2-16 Turk Street), and directing transmission of said report to the Controller and Tax Collector for collection and deposit into the General Fund.

HousingTransportationBudget & Taxes
Killed
5-0