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Resolution#230710
Jul 28, 2023

This resolution allows Another Planet Entertainment LLC to hold a ticketed concert at the Golden Gate Park Polo Fields for three years after the Outside Lands Festival, with a minimum permit fee of $1.4 million for two days and $2.1 million for three days, while also requiring three free concerts each year. It also confirms that the event is exempt from certain environmental review requirements.

Resolution authorizing the Recreation and Park Department to issue a permit for Another Planet Entertainment LLC to hold a ticketed concert at the Golden Gate Park Polo Fields on the Friday, Saturday, and Sunday following the Outside Lands Festival in 2024, 2025 and 2026, in exchange for a minimum permit fee $1,400,000 per year for a two-day event and $2,100,000 for a three-day event for a three-year term to commence in 2024, and a commitment to hold three free musical concerts per year, for each year in which concerts are held at the Polo Fields; affirming a categorical exemption under the California Environmental Quality Act; and to authorize the General Manager of the Recreation and Park Department to enter into amendments or modifications to the permit that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the permit or this Resolution.

Budget & TaxesEnvironmentBusiness & Economy
By Rafael Mandelman
6-1
Hearing#230886
Jul 28, 2023

This hearing is for people who want to express their support or concerns about a proposed project at 939 Lombard Street, which involves demolishing a parking structure and building a new single-family home. It addresses the Planning Department's decision that the project does not require further environmental review under state law.

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 June 29, 2023, for the proposed project at 939 Lombard Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0072, Lot No. 021, to demolish an existing two-car parking structure at the front of the lot and construct a new 5,173 square foot single-family dwelling within a RM-1 (Residential Mixed - Low Density) Zoning District and 40-X Height and Bulk District. (District 3) (Appellant: Martin Lee Eng) (Filed July 28, 2023)

HousingEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
Filed
no vote
Ordinance#230570
Jul 28, 2023

This ordinance waives the fee for occupying public space related to a major encroachment permit for the Seal Rock Inn at 545 Point Lobos Avenue and modifies a condition of that permit. It also confirms the Planning Department's assessment under environmental regulations.

Ordinance waiving the public right-of-way occupancy assessment fee under Public Works Code, Section 786.7, for a major encroachment permit associated with the Seal Rock Inn at 545 Point Lobos Avenue; modifying a condition of Seal Rock Inn’s major encroachment permit; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

Budget & TaxesEnvironmentBusiness & Economy
By Connie Chan
11-0 /1
Ordinance#221163
Jul 28, 2023

The ordinance approves a development agreement for the property at 98 Franklin Street, allowing specific construction and use of the site while waiving certain administrative code provisions. It also includes environmental findings and confirms compliance with the city's General Plan and planning policies.

Ordinance approving a Development Agreement between the City and County of San Francisco and 98 Franklin Street, LLC, for certain real property at 98 Franklin Street (Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0836, Lot Nos. 008, 009, and 013), consisting of three parcels located in the Van Ness & Market Residential Special Use District on the east side of Franklin Street, between Oak and Market Streets; waiving certain provisions of Administrative Code, Chapter 56; adopting findings under the California Environmental Quality Act; and making findings of conformity with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1(b), and findings of public necessity, convenience, and general welfare under Planning Code, Section 302.

HousingEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Matt Dorsey, Rafael Mandelman, Shamann Walton
11-0
Ordinance#221164
Jul 28, 2023

This ordinance updates the rules for the Van Ness & Market Residential Special Use District, allowing developers to meet their affordable housing requirements by dedicating land and increasing the maximum building height for specific properties at 98 Franklin Street. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's General Plan and planning policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to revise the Van Ness & Market Residential Special Use District to update the Option for Dedication of Land for development projects to fulfill their inclusionary housing obligations; to revise the Zoning Map to increase the maximum height for Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0836, Lot Nos. 008, 009, and 013, at 98 Franklin Street, from 85-X // 120/365-R-2 to 85-X // 120/400-R-2; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1, and findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare under Planning Code, Section 302.

HousingEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Matt Dorsey, Rafael Mandelman, Shamann Walton
11-0
Ordinance#230374
Jul 28, 2023

This ordinance changes the Building Code to clarify how site permit applications are processed and limits the Building Official's review scope. It also mandates that multiple city departments review these applications at the same time when submitted electronically.

Ordinance amending the Building Code to outline the site permit application process, and define and limit the scope of Building Official review of site permits; requiring simultaneous interdepartmental review of electronically submitted applications for site permits; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

EnvironmentBusiness & EconomyLand Use & Planning
By Myrna Melgar
13-0
Ordinance#230502
Jul 28, 2023

This ordinance updates the city's General Plan to align with the Port of San Francisco's Waterfront Plan, ensuring that the policies and priorities for the waterfront area are consistent. It also includes environmental findings and acknowledges the public's need for these changes.

Ordinance amending the Recreation and Open Space Element, Central Waterfront Area Plan, and Northeastern Waterfront Area Plan of the General Plan to maintain consistency with the Port of San Francisco’s Waterfront Plan update; and making environmental findings, including adopting a statement of overriding considerations, and 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 340.

EnvironmentLand Use & PlanningHonorary / Symbolic
Passed
12-0
Ordinance#230501
Jul 28, 2023

This ordinance changes the zoning of certain waterfront areas from Public to Light Industrial and establishes a new Waterfront Special Use District No. 4. It also includes environmental findings and confirms that the changes align with the city's General Plan and priority policies.

Ordinance amending the Zoning Map of the Planning Code to rezone certain waterfront parcels from P (Public) to M-1 (Light Industrial), and to add Waterfront Special Use District No. 4 covering areas east of the Mission Bay and Southern Waterfront areas; and making environmental findings, including adopting a statement of overriding considerations, and findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1, and findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare under Planning Code, Section 302.

HousingEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
Passed
12-0
Ordinance#230503
Jul 28, 2023

This ordinance updates the Planning Code to change regulations for certain waterfront areas and establishes a new Waterfront Special Use District No. 4, which includes parts of Mission Bay and the Southern Waterfront. It also includes environmental findings and confirms that the changes align with the city's General Plan and priority policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to revise certain Waterfront Special Use District controls and to add Waterfront Special Use District No. 4 covering areas east of the Mission Bay and Southern Waterfront areas; and making environmental findings, including adopting a statement of overriding considerations, and 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.

EnvironmentLand Use & PlanningHonorary / Symbolic
Passed
12-0
Ordinance#230690
Jul 28, 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
Ordinance#230647
Jul 28, 2023

This ordinance reduces administrative costs by allowing the Risk Manager to update insurance requirements only when necessary, rather than every year, and removes the obligation for the Office of Contracts Administration to regularly report on certain employment practices and tropical hardwood use by contractors. It also mandates that the City Administrator provide an annual list of available reports to the Board of Supervisors.

Ordinance amending the Administrative and Environment Codes to reduce administrative costs by requiring the Risk Manager to review and update insurance requirements only as necessary to protect the interests of the City, instead of annually; and eliminating the requirement that the Office of Contracts Administration regularly report on the implementation of City laws relating to select employment practices and the use of tropical hardwood by City contractors; and by requiring the City Administrator to send a list of available reports to the Board of Supervisors annually.

Budget & TaxesEnvironmentBusiness & Economy
Passed
21-0
Ordinance#230652
Jul 28, 2023

This ordinance allocates $124,020,472 from various revenue sources for the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission's capital improvement projects for the fiscal year 2023-2024. It also places specific amounts of Power and Water Bonds on reserve, contingent on the availability of funds and compliance with environmental regulations.

Ordinance appropriating a total of $124,020,472 of Hetch Hetchy revenue, Cap and Trade Revenue and Power and Water Revenue Bonds for the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) Hetch Hetchy Capital Improvement Program for Fiscal Year (FY) 2023-2024; and placing $41,031,367 of Power Bonds and $77,084,105 of Water Bonds by project on Controller’s Reserve subject to the Controller's certification of funds availability, including proceeds of indebtedness, and for construction related expenditures (excluding program management, planning and design) for these projects, as applicable, is also subject to the prior occurrence of the SFPUC's and the Board of Supervisors' discretionary adoption of California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Findings for projects, following review and consideration of completed project related environmental analysis, where required, in Fiscal Year (FY) 2023-2024.

Budget & TaxesEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
Passed
18-0
Ordinance#230653
Jul 28, 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#230654
Jul 28, 2023

This ordinance allocates over $332 million for the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission's water infrastructure projects for the fiscal year 2023-2024, funded through various sources including revenue bonds and state loans. It also places a portion of these funds on reserve, pending certification of availability and compliance with environmental regulations.

Ordinance appropriating a total of $332,278,006 of proceeds from Revenue Bonds, State of California Water Resources Control Board’s revolving loan funds (State Loan Funds) or grant funds (State Grant Funds), water revenues, and water capacity fees for the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) Water Enterprise’s Capital Improvement Program for Fiscal Year (FY) 2023-2024; and placing $281,901,348 of Revenue Bond and State Loan Funds or State Grant Funds proceeds by project on Controller’s Reserve subject to the Controller's certification of funds availability, including proceeds of indebtedness, and for construction related expenditures (excluding program management, planning and design) for these projects, as applicable, is also subject to the prior occurrence of the SFPUC's and the Board of Supervisors' discretionary adoption of California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) findings for projects, following review and consideration of completed project related environmental analysis, where required, in FY2023-2024.

Budget & TaxesEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
Passed
18-0
Ordinance#230655
Jul 28, 2023

The ordinance allocates over $1.14 billion for the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission's wastewater improvement projects for the fiscal year 2023-2024, funded through various sources including revenue bonds and state loans. It also requires environmental reviews to be completed before any construction expenditures can begin.

Ordinance appropriating a total of $1,142,597,402 of proceeds from revenue bonds, State of California Water Resources Control Board’s revolving loan funds (State Loan Funds) or grant funds (State Grant Funds), wastewater revenue and capacity fees for the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) Wastewater Enterprise’s Capital Improvement Program for Fiscal Year (FY) 2023-2024, and placing $1,047,288,286 in Revenue Bonds or State Loan or Grant Funds by project on Controller’s Reserve subject to the Controller's certification of funds availability, including proceeds of indebtedness, and for construction related expenditures (excluding program management, planning and design) for these projects, as applicable, is also subject to the prior occurrence of the SFPUC's and the Board of Supervisors' discretionary adoption of California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) findings for projects, following review and consideration of completed project related environmental analysis, where required in Fiscal Year (FY) 2023-2024.

Budget & TaxesEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
Passed
18-0
Ordinance#230658
Jul 28, 2023

This ordinance increases fees by 15% for services provided by the Department of Building Inspection. It also confirms that the Planning Department has complied with environmental regulations related to this change.

Ordinance amending the Building Code to increase fees charged by the Department of Building Inspection by 15%; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

Budget & TaxesEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
Passed
18-0
Ordinance#230665
Jul 28, 2023

This ordinance allows the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission to issue up to $358,985,453 in bonds to fund various water projects. It also authorizes the refinancing of existing water debt and confirms the Commission's intent to reimburse itself through these bond issuances.

Ordinance authorizing the issuance and sale of tax-exempt or taxable Water Revenue Bonds and other forms of indebtedness (as described below) by the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (“Commission”) in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $358,985,453 to finance the costs of various capital water projects benefitting the Water Enterprise pursuant to amendments to the Charter of the City and County of San Francisco enacted by the voters on November 5, 2002, as Proposition E; authorizing the issuance of Water Revenue Refunding Bonds and the retirement of outstanding Water Enterprise Commercial Paper; declaring the Official Intent of the Commission to reimburse itself with one or more issues of tax-exempt bonds or other forms of indebtedness; and ratifying previous actions taken in connection therewith, as defined herein.

Budget & TaxesEnvironmentBusiness & Economy
Passed
18-0
Ordinance#230666
Jul 28, 2023

This ordinance allows the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission to issue up to $1.05 billion in bonds to fund various wastewater projects. It also authorizes the refinancing of existing debt related to the Wastewater Enterprise.

Ordinance authorizing the issuance and sale of tax-exempt or taxable Wastewater Revenue Bonds and other forms of indebtedness (as described below) by the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (“Commission”) in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $1,047,288,286 to finance the costs of various capital wastewater projects benefitting the Wastewater Enterprise pursuant to amendments to the Charter of the City and County of San Francisco enacted by the voters on November 5, 2002, as Proposition E; authorizing the issuance of Wastewater Revenue Refunding Bonds and the retirement of outstanding Wastewater Enterprise Commercial Paper; declaring the Official Intent of the Commission to reimburse itself with one or more issues of tax-exempt bonds or other forms of indebtedness; and ratifying previous actions taken in connection therewith, as defined herein.

Budget & TaxesEnvironmentBusiness & Economy
Passed
18-0
Resolution#230618
Jul 28, 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
Jul 28, 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#230752
Jul 28, 2023

This resolution approves an increase of $7.5 million to the Folsom Area Stormwater Improvement Project contract, raising the total to $17.2 million and extending the contract duration by four years to November 30, 2027. The funds will be used for specialized engineering services related to the project.

Resolution approving Modification No. 5 to the Folsom Area Stormwater Improvement Project, Contract No. PRO.0101, Tunnel Engineering Services, with McMillen Jacobs Associates/Stantec, Joint Venture, to increase the contract amount by $7,500,000 for a new total not to exceed contract amount of $17,200,000 and increase the contract duration by four years from November 30, 2023, for a total contract duration of nine years and one month with a new term period of November 1, 2018, through November 30, 2027, to provide specialized engineering services for the Folsom Area Stormwater Improvement Project, pursuant to Charter, Section 9.118.

Budget & TaxesEnvironmentHonorary / Symbolic
Passed
7-0
Resolution#230778
Jul 28, 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#230750
Jul 28, 2023

This resolution approves an increase of $12 million to the existing contract for construction management services at the Southeast Water Pollution Control Plant, raising the total contract amount to $47 million. The contract's duration remains unchanged, continuing until June 30, 2028.

Resolution approving Modification No. 1 to Contract No. PRO.0104, Southeast Water Pollution Control Plant Program Construction Management Services, with Parsons Water & Infrastructure Group, Inc., to increase the contract amount by $12,000,000 for a total not to exceed contract amount of $47,000,000 pursuant to Charter, Section 9.118, with no change to the ten-year term from July 13, 2018, through June 30, 2028.

Budget & TaxesEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
Passed
7-0
Resolution#230591
Jul 28, 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
Resolution#230779
Jul 28, 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#230800
Jul 28, 2023

This resolution allows San Francisco to accept an avigation easement from SyNoor LLC for a development project at 410 Noor Avenue, at no cost to the city. It also permits the Director of Property to make necessary adjustments to the easement as long as they do not increase the city's obligations.

Resolution authorizing the acceptance and recording of an avigation easement by the City and County of San Francisco from SyNoor LLC for the development at 410 Noor Avenue in South San Francisco, California, at no cost to the City and County of San Francisco; to authorize the Director of Property to enter into amendments or modifications to the grant of avigation easement 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 and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

Budget & TaxesEnvironmentHonorary / Symbolic
Passed
6-0
Resolution#230845
Jul 28, 2023

This resolution designates the Grand Theater at 2665 Mission Street as a landmark, which provides it with protections under the city's Planning Code. This means any changes to the building will require additional review to preserve its historical significance.

Resolution initiating a landmark designation under Article 10 of the Planning Code of the Grand Theater, located at 2665 Mission Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 3637, Lot No. 023.

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
Passed
4-0 /1
Resolution#230847
Jul 28, 2023

This resolution supports the preservation of Anchor Brewing Company's legacy and its workers, while also advocating for the maintenance of specific zoning and spaces for production, distribution, and repair at two designated locations. It has been officially passed by the city.

Resolution urging the continuation of Anchor Brewing Company’s legacy, supporting Anchor workers, and preserving Production, Distribution, and Repair zoning and spaces at 1705 Mariposa Street and 495 De Haro Street.

TransportationEnvironmentHonorary / Symbolic
By Connie Chan, Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman
10-0
Ordinance#230505
Jul 27, 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#230729
Jul 27, 2023

This resolution allows the transfer of a liquor license for Coolwater SF LLC, operating as Slake San Francisco Bottle and Sundry, at 3239 Balboa Street. It has been determined that this transfer will benefit the public in San Francisco.

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 Coolwater SF LLC, doing business as Slake San Francisco Bottle and Sundry, located at 3239 Balboa Street (District 1), will serve the public convenience or necessity of the City and County of San Francisco, in accordance with California Business and Professions Code, Section 23958.4.

TransportationEnvironmentBusiness & Economy
Passed
7-0
Ordinance#230761
Jul 27, 2023

The ordinance allows the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing to increase funding for the Adante Hotel's booking agreement by over $3.6 million, extending the agreement's term until August 2024. It also waives certain administrative requirements and permits HSH to make necessary amendments that do not increase the city's financial obligations.

Ordinance authorizing the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing (HSH) to amend the booking agreement with the Sayana Corporation, operator of the Adante Hotel, to increase the not to exceed amount by $3,642,573 for a total amount not to exceed $18,499,439 and to extend the term of the agreement from August 31, 2023, for a new term of May 14, 2020, through August 31, 2024; waiving for said agreement certain requirements of the Administrative and Environment Codes; and authorizing HSH to enter into amendments that do not increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the agreement.

HousingEnvironment
Passed
12-0
Ordinance#230762
Jul 27, 2023

The ordinance allows the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing to increase funding for the Monarch Hotel's booking agreement by over $4 million and extends the agreement's term until August 2024. It also waives certain city code requirements and permits the department to make necessary amendments that do not increase the city's financial obligations.

Ordinance authorizing the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing (HSH) to amend the booking agreement with the Lombard Hotel Group, operator of the Monarch Hotel to increase the not to exceed amount by $4,122,300 for a total amount not to exceed $19,127,760 and to extend the term of the agreement from August 31, 2023, for a new term of August 4, 2020, through August 31, 2024; waiving for said agreement certain requirements of the Administrative and Environment Codes; and authorizing HSH to enter into amendments that do not increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purpose of the agreement.

HousingEnvironment
Passed
12-0
Ordinance#230763
Jul 27, 2023

The ordinance allows the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing to increase funding for the Cova Hotel's booking agreement by nearly $2.9 million, extending the contract through August 2024. It also waives certain administrative requirements and permits HSH to make necessary amendments that do not increase the city's financial obligations.

Ordinance authorizing the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing (HSH) to amend the booking agreement with Shin International, Inc., operator of the Cova Hotel to increase the not to exceed amount by $2,918,942 for a total amount not to exceed $14,304,253 and to extend the term of the agreement from August 31, 2023, for a new term of May 26, 2020, through August 31, 2024; waiving for said agreement certain requirements of the Administrative and Environment Codes; and authorizing HSH to enter into amendments that do not increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the agreement.

HousingEnvironmentHonorary / Symbolic
Passed
12-0
Ordinance#230745
Jul 27, 2023

This ordinance creates a temporary program that allows residents to legalize unpermitted awnings without paying fees and simplifies the application process. It also provides legal status for awnings and signs that don't meet current Planning Code requirements.

Ordinance amending the Building and Planning Codes to create a temporary amnesty program for unpermitted awnings that streamlines the application process to legalize awnings, waives applicable fees, and confers legal nonconforming status for awnings and signs that do not comply with the Planning Code; 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.

Budget & TaxesEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Rafael Mandelman
12-0
Ordinance#230834
Jul 26, 2023

This ordinance requires that any business sign work on designated landmark sites or in historic districts undergo a hearing with the Historic Preservation Commission instead of just an administrative review by Planning Department staff, specifically for major alterations. It also affirms the Planning Department's environmental assessment and includes findings related to public welfare and consistency with city planning policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to require compliance with the procedures of Planning Code, Article 10, for certain work involving a business sign on a designated landmark site or in a designated historic district, and to require a hearing before the Historic Preservation Commission rather than an administrative review by Planning Department staff of applications for a permit to install business signs to a Significant or Contributory building or a building in a Conservation District in the C-3 (Downtown) area, provided that the permit is for a Major Alteration; 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.

EnvironmentBusiness & EconomyLand Use & Planning
Filed
no vote
Ordinance#230312
Jul 26, 2023

This ordinance eliminates permit fees for Curbside Shared Spaces permits approved before June 30, 2024, and raises the gross receipts threshold for fee reductions from $2 million to $2.5 million. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations as determined by the Planning Department.

Ordinance amending the Public Works Code to eliminate permit fees for a Curbside Shared Spaces permit approved before June 30, 2024; amending the Administrative Code to increase the gross receipts threshold from $2,000,000 to $2,500,000 for reductions to annual Curbside Shared Spaces permit and license fees; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

Budget & TaxesEnvironmentBusiness & Economy
Passed
25-0
Ordinance#230410
Jul 26, 2023

This ordinance allows health services to operate on the ground floor in certain areas of the Polk Street Neighborhood Commercial District and restricts tobacco paraphernalia establishments in that area. It also requires conditional use authorization for such establishments in the Haight Street Neighborhood Commercial District and clarifies that cannabis retail does not fall under the tobacco paraphernalia category.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to permit Health Services uses on the ground floor for specified areas of the Polk Street Neighborhood Commercial District (NCD), to clarify that in the Polk Street NCD and within a quarter-mile of its boundaries Tobacco Paraphernalia Establishments where any Tobacco Paraphernalia is sold, delivered, distributed, furnished, or marketed are not permitted, to clarify that in the Haight Street NCD such Tobacco Paraphernalia Establishments require conditional use authorization, and to clarify that Tobacco Paraphernalia Establishments do not include medicinal and adult-use cannabis retail uses; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act, making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of the Planning Code, Section 101.1, and making findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare pursuant to the Planning Code, Section 302.

EnvironmentBusiness & EconomyLand Use & Planning
Passed
11-0
Resolution#230620
Jul 26, 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
Jul 26, 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
Jul 26, 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
Jul 26, 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
Jul 26, 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
Ordinance#230701
Jul 25, 2023

This ordinance allows for more types of businesses, including retail and restaurants, to operate on the ground floor in certain neighborhoods and modifies regulations for music venues and theaters. It also streamlines processes for business approvals and removes some neighborhood notice requirements for changes in use.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to 1) permit additional commercial, retail, and restaurant uses on the ground floor in certain neighborhood commercial districts (NCDs) and residential districts; 2) principally permit Flexible Retail on the ground floor in certain NCDs and Chinatown mixed use districts; 3) principally permit Retail Professional Services uses on all floors and conditionally permit Non-Retail Professional Services on the ground floor in specified NCDs; 4) create regulations for music entertainment venues and non-profit theaters distinct from regulations for Bars; 5) allow Limited Corner Commercial Uses that are not Formula Retail in certain residential districts; 6) amend Section 311 to remove neighborhood notice requirements for changes of use in the Eastern Neighborhoods mixed use districts; 7) expand business types that qualify for the Planning Department priority review program and establish that the program will not apply in the North Beach NCD and North Beach Special Use District (SUD); 8) clarify that multiple allowable uses may co-locate on one site; 9) clarify and modify various other use regulations and processes; 10) permit additional retail and non-retail uses in specified NCDs; and 11) eliminate the Mission Street Formula Retail Restaurant Subdistrict; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act, making findings of consistency with the General Plan and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1, and making findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare pursuant to Planning Code, Section 302.

EnvironmentBusiness & EconomyLand Use & Planning
By Connie Chan, Matt Dorsey, Myrna Melgar
14-0
Ordinance#230862
Jul 25, 2023

This ordinance temporarily suspends the annual registration requirement and fee for vacant or abandoned commercial storefronts until December 31, 2024. It also confirms that the Planning Department's assessment complies with environmental regulations.

Ordinance amending the Building Code to temporarily suspend the annual registration requirement and registration fee for vacant or abandoned commercial storefronts through December 31, 2024; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

Budget & TaxesEnvironmentBusiness & Economy
Filed
3-0
Ordinance#230853
Jul 25, 2023

This ordinance restricts private vehicles from using a section of John F. Shelley Drive in McLaren Park, specifically between the Upper Reservoir Parking Lot and Mansell Street. The aim is to enhance safety and accessibility in that area.

Ordinance amending the Park Code to restrict private vehicles from a portion of John F. Shelley Drive, between the Upper Reservoir Parking Lot and Mansell Street, in McLaren Park.

TransportationEnvironment
By Myrna Melgar, Shamann Walton
11-0
Resolution#230877
Jul 25, 2023

This resolution designates a section of Mission Street as "Elsie Tonelli Street" to honor her contributions to the San Francisco community. The new street name will be located between Santa Rosa Avenue and Excelsior Avenue.

Resolution adding the Commemorative Street Name “Elsie Tonelli Street” to Mission Street between Santa Rosa Avenue and Excelsior Avenue in recognition of her contribution to San Francisco as a local figure.

TransportationEnvironment
Passed
6-0
Ordinance#230858
Jul 25, 2023

This ordinance officially recognizes the Treasure Island Development Authority's acceptance of park improvements at The Rocks on Yerba Buena Island and dedicates the area for public use as open space. It also includes environmental findings and aligns with the city's General Plan and planning policies.

Ordinance acknowledging the Treasure Island Development Authority’s acceptance of certain improvements on a portion of the Yerba Buena Island Hilltop Parks known as The Rocks (Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 8958, Lot No. 003), adjacent to Macalla Road, and the Authority’s acceptance of the park improvements for maintenance and liability purposes; dedicating The Rocks to public use; designating the property for public open space and park purposes; adopting findings under the California Environmental Quality Act; making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and adopting a Public Works Order that recommends acceptance of The Rocks park improvements and related actions, as defined herein.

EnvironmentLand Use & PlanningHonorary / Symbolic
By Matt Dorsey
11-0
Resolution#230880
Jul 25, 2023

This resolution initiates a process to amend the landmark designation of San Francisco Fire Station No. 44 at 1298 Girard Street. It aims to update its historical status under the city's Planning Code.

Resolution initiating an amendment to the landmark designation of the San Francisco Fire Station No. 44, located at 1298 Girard Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 6194, Lot No. 010, under Article 10 of the Planning Code.

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Myrna Melgar, Shamann Walton
6-0
Resolution#230879
Jul 25, 2023

This resolution allows the Director of Property to amend the lease for the San Francisco Wholesale Produce Market to allocate city funds for improvements outlined in the Produce Market Reinvestment Plan. It also confirms that the project complies with environmental regulations and city planning policies.

Resolution approving and authorizing the Director of Property to enter into a first amendment to the current lease (“Lease”) for the San Francisco Wholesale Produce Market, located near 2095 Jerrold Avenue (generally bordering Highway 280 and Innes and Kirkwood Avenues, and Toland and Rankin Streets), with the San Francisco Market Corporation to distribute City funds to support the development of certain elements of the Produce Market Reinvestment Plan; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; adopting findings that the contemplated transactions are consistent with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of the Planning Code, Section 101.1; authorizing the Director of Property to execute a first amendment to the Lease, make certain modifications, and take certain actions in furtherance of this Resolution and the Lease, as defined herein; and authorizing the Director of Property to enter into any additions, amendments, or other modifications to the Lease that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities of the City to effectuate the purposes of the First Amendment or this Resolution.

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Shamann Walton
7-0
Ordinance#230026
Jul 25, 2023

This ordinance creates a new Family Housing Opportunity Special Use District in San Francisco, allowing for increased housing density by permitting up to four units on individual lots and additional units on merged lots in certain residential districts. It also exempts eligible projects from various planning requirements and ensures that new units are subject to rent increase limitations.

Ordinance amending 1) the Planning Code to create the Family Housing Opportunity Special Use District; 2) the Planning Code to authorize up to four units on individual lots in the RH (Residential, House) District, excluding lots located in the Telegraph Hill - North Beach Residential Special Use District and the North Beach Special Use District, the greater of up to twelve units or one unit per 1,000 square feet of lot area on three merged lots and the greater of up to eight units or one unit per 1,000 square feet of lot area on two merged lots in RH-1 (Residential, House: One Family) districts, and Group Housing in RH-1 districts for eligible projects in the Special Use District; 3) the Planning Code to exempt eligible projects in the Special Use District from certain height, open space, dwelling unit exposure, and rear-yard requirements, and exempt eligible projects that do not propose the demolition of any units subject to the rent increase limitations of the Rent Ordinance from conditional use authorizations and neighborhood notification requirements; 4) the Subdivision Code to authorize eligible projects in the Special Use District to qualify for condominium conversion or a condominium map that includes the existing dwelling units and the new dwelling units that constitute the project; 5) the Administrative Code to require new dwelling or group housing units constructed pursuant to the density limit exception to be subject to the rent increase limitations of the Rent Ordinance; 6) the Zoning Map to show the Family Housing Opportunity Special Use District; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act, and making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1, and findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare under Planning Code, Section 302.

HousingEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Myrna Melgar
17-0
Ordinance#230559
Jul 25, 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#230809
Jul 25, 2023

This ordinance changes the Park Code by reducing the number of seats on the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Advisory Committee, allowing for alternate members, permitting longer service terms, prioritizing members with experience in racial equity and disability issues, and requiring meetings to be held at City Hall. These adjustments aim to enhance the committee's effectiveness and inclusivity.

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 racial equity and disability issues; and 5) provide that meetings shall occur at City Hall.

EnvironmentGovernance & ElectionsSocial Services & Equity
By Connie Chan, Shamann Walton
21-0
Motion#230848
Jul 25, 2023

This motion reverses the Planning Department's decision that a project at 1151 Washington Street does not need an environmental review. As a result, the project will now undergo a more thorough examination of its potential environmental impacts.

Motion adopting findings to reverse the Planning Department’s determination that the proposed project located at 1151 Washington Street is categorically exempt from environmental review.

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
Passed
4-0 /1
Ordinance#230859
Jul 25, 2023

This ordinance allows the Treasure Island Development Authority to accept public parks and open space improvements that are part of the Treasure Island/Yerba Buena Island Project. It is in line with existing agreements and planning regulations.

Ordinance delegating to the Treasure Island Development Authority various powers related to acceptance of public parks and open space improvements that are required as part of development of the Treasure Island/Yerba Buena Island Project pursuant to Disposition and Development Agreement, Development Agreement, and a Special Use District in Planning Code, Section 249.52.

EnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Matt Dorsey, Rafael Mandelman
12-0
Ordinance#230867
Jul 25, 2023

This ordinance allows the use of microtrenching techniques for installing fiber-optic infrastructure in San Francisco. It also confirms that the Planning Department's assessment complies with environmental regulations.

Ordinance amending the Public Works Code to allow the use of microtrenching to install fiber-optic facilities; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

Environment
Passed
12-0
Motion#230854
Jul 25, 2023

This motion was intended to approve or reject the Mayor's nomination of Vincent Yuen to the Sanitation and Streets Commission, with a term set to end on July 1, 2026. However, the motion has been withdrawn and will not proceed.

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

TransportationEnvironmentGovernance & Elections
Withdrawn
no vote
Resolution#230817
Jul 21, 2023

This resolution extends and modifies existing zoning controls to require special permission for parcel delivery services larger than 10,000 square feet. It also clarifies the definition of parcel delivery services based on previous standards and confirms compliance with environmental and planning regulations.

Resolution extending and modifying interim zoning controls enacted in Resolution No. 109-22, to require a Conditional Use authorization for proposed Parcel Delivery Service uses, and to modify those interim controls in two ways: 1) to apply to Parcel Delivery Services uses greater than 10,000 square feet; and 2) to use the definition of Parcel Delivery Services that was in effect as to the effective date of Resolution No. 109-22; 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, Sections 101.1 and 306.7.

Budget & TaxesEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Matt Dorsey
6-0 /1
Ordinance#230784
Jul 21, 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#230446
Jul 20, 2023

The ordinance amends the Planning Code to streamline housing production by exempting certain projects from review processes, removing conditional use requirements for various housing types, and adjusting zoning regulations to facilitate development. It also expands eligibility for housing programs, allows more ground floor uses in residential buildings, and updates regulations for affordable housing projects.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to encourage housing production by (1) exempting, under certain conditions, specified housing projects from the notice and review procedures of Section 311 and the Conditional Use requirement of Section 317, in areas outside of Priority Equity Geographies, which are identified in the Housing Element as areas or neighborhoods with a high density of vulnerable populations; 2) removing the Conditional Use requirement for several types of housing projects, including housing developments on large lots in areas outside the Priority Equity Geographies Special Use District, projects that build additional units in lower density zoning districts, and senior housing projects that seek to obtain double density; 3) amending rear yard, front setback, lot frontage, minimum lot size, and residential open space requirements in specified districts; 4) allowing additional uses on the ground floor in residential buildings, homeless shelters, and group housing in residential districts, and administrative review of reasonable accommodations; 5) expanding the eligibility for the Housing Opportunities Mean Equity - San Francisco (HOME - SF) program and density exceptions in residential districts; 6) exempting certain affordable housing projects from certain development fees; 7) authorizing the Planning Director to approve State Density Bonus projects, subject to delegation from the Planning Commission; 8) sunsetting the Conditional Use requirements established by the Corona Heights Large Residence and the Central Neighborhoods Large Residence Special Use Districts at the end of 2024, and thereafter limiting the size of any Dwelling Units resulting from residential development in those Special Use Districts to 3,000 square feet of Gross Floor Area; and 9) making conforming amendments to other sections of the Planning Code; amending the Zoning Map to create the Priority Equity Geographies Special Use District; amending the Subdivision Code to update the condominium conversion requirements for projects utilizing residential density exceptions in RH Districts; 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.

HousingEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Matt Dorsey, Myrna Melgar
28-2
Ordinance#230686
Jul 20, 2023

The ordinance authorizes a settlement of $229,610,002 from Walgreen Co. related to their improper dispensing of prescription opioids, which contributed to the opioid crisis in San Francisco. The City will receive $200,000,002 over 15 years, while outside counsel will be paid $29,610,000.

Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by the City and County of San Francisco and the People of the State of California against Walgreen Co. for $229,610,002 (the City to be paid $200,000,002 over 15 years, the City’s outside counsel to be paid $29,610,000); the lawsuit was filed on December 18, 2018, in the United States District Court for the Northern District of California, Case No. 3:18-cv-7591-CRB-JSC; entitled The City and County of San Francisco and the People of the State of California v. Purdue Pharma L.P., Richard S. Sackler, Jonathan D. Sackler, Mortimer D.A. Sackler, Kathe A. Sackler, Ilene Sackler Lefcourt, Beverly Sackler, Theresa Sackler, David A. Sackler, Trust for the Benefit of Members of the Raymond Sackler Family, Rhodes Pharmaceuticals L.P., Cephalon, Inc., Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc., Endo International Plc, Endo Health Solutions Inc., Endo Pharmaceuticals Inc., Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Insys Therapeutics, Inc., Mallinckrodt Plc, Mallinckrodt LLC, Allergan Plc f/k/a Actavis Plc, Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. n/k/a Actavis, Inc., Watson Laboratories, Inc., Actavis LLC, Actavis Pharma, Inc. f/k/a Watson Pharma, Inc., AmerisourceBergen Corporation, Cardinal Health, Inc., and McKesson Corporation; the lawsuit involves Walgreen Co.’s improper and unlawful dispensing of prescription opioids at its pharmacies, which contributed to the epidemic of opioid abuse and misuse and caused a public nuisance in San Francisco.

Public HealthEnvironmentBusiness & Economy
Passed
11-0 /1
Motion#230719
Jul 20, 2023

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.

Budget & TaxesEnvironmentGovernance & Elections
Filed
2-0 /1
Resolution#230740
Jul 20, 2023

This resolution authorizes the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing to purchase property at 1174-1178 Folsom Street and 663 Clementina Street for $27.225 million to support housing initiatives. It also includes provisions for a liquidated damages clause and affirms compliance with environmental and planning regulations.

Resolution 1) approving and authorizing the Director of Property, on behalf of the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing (“HSH”), to acquire certain property located at 1174-1178 Folsom Street and 663 Clementina Street (“Property”) for $27,150,000 plus an estimated $75,000 for typical closing costs, for a total anticipated amount of $27,225,000; 2) approving and authorizing an Agreement of Purchase and Sale for Real Estate for the acquisition of the Property from Greenseed Folsom Land LLC (“Purchase Agreement”), which includes a liquidated damages clause of up to $2,700,000 in case of default by the City; 3) authorizing the Director of Property to execute the Purchase Agreement, make certain modifications, and take certain actions in furtherance of this Resolution and the Purchase Agreement, and to authorize the Director of Property to enter into amendments or modifications to the Agreement that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the Agreement or this Resolution; 4) affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and 5) adopting the Planning Department’s findings that the Purchase Agreement, and the transaction contemplated therein, is consistent with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.

HousingEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
Passed
9-0
Ordinance#230447
Jul 20, 2023

This ordinance creates a temporary program that allows residents to legalize unpermitted awnings without fees and simplifies the application process. It also grants legal status to certain awnings and signs that don't meet existing planning regulations.

Ordinance amending the Building and Planning Codes to create a temporary amnesty program for unpermitted awnings that streamlines the application process to legalize awnings, waives applicable fees, and confers legal nonconforming status for awnings and signs that do not comply with the Planning Code; 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.

Budget & TaxesEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Connie Chan, Rafael Mandelman
12-0
Ordinance#230482
Jul 20, 2023

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

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

EnvironmentGovernance & ElectionsSocial Services & Equity
By Connie Chan, Shamann Walton
18-0
Resolution#230780
Jul 20, 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#220851
Jul 20, 2023

This ordinance allows for the establishment of Electric Vehicle Charging Locations and Fleet Charging as recognized automotive uses, simplifying the process for converting existing service stations and other automotive facilities into charging stations. It also mandates annual reporting on these projects and ensures compliance with environmental and planning standards.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to create Electric Vehicle Charging Location and Fleet Charging as Automotive Uses, allow conversion of Automotive Service Stations to Electric Vehicle Charging Locations without Conditional Use authorization and principally permit conversion of other Automotive Uses to Electric Vehicle Charging Locations, revise zoning control tables to reflect these changes, and require annual reporting by the Planning Department regarding Electric Vehicle Charging Location and Fleet Charging project approvals; 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.

EnvironmentBusiness & EconomyLand Use & Planning
By Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman
2-0
Hearing#230824
Jul 19, 2023

This hearing addresses funding and design plans for the Emergency Firefighting Water System on the westside of San Francisco. It also requests a report from the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission on the matter.

Hearing on the Emergency Firefighting Water System funding and design on the westside of San Francisco; and requesting the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission to report.

Public SafetyBudget & TaxesEnvironment
By Connie Chan, Myrna Melgar
4-0
Resolution#230515
Jul 19, 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#230469
Jul 19, 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
Jul 19, 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
Ordinance#211092
Jul 19, 2023

This ordinance removes the need for a Conditional Use permit when changing the use of an automobile service station to another type of business. It also updates zoning regulations and confirms that the changes align with environmental and planning policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to remove the Conditional Use requirement to change the use of an Automobile Service Station or Automotive Use to another use, and amend zoning control tables to reflect this change; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making findings of consistency with the General Plan and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and making findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare as required by Planning Code, Section 302.

EnvironmentLand Use & PlanningHonorary / Symbolic
Filed
7-0
Motion#230822
Jul 18, 2023

This motion supports the Board of Supervisors' decision to disapprove a Planning Commission approval for a conditional use authorization for a project at 301 Toland Street. It formally adopts findings that back this disapproval.

Motion adopting findings in support of the Board of Supervisors’ disapproval of the decision of the Planning Commission by its Motion No. 21278, approving a Conditional Use Authorization, identified as Planning Case No. 2022-011241CUA, for a proposed project at 301 Toland Street.

TransportationEnvironmentHonorary / Symbolic
Passed
5-0
Motion#230823
Jul 18, 2023

This motion disapproves the Planning Commission's earlier approval of a Conditional Use Authorization for a project at 1160 Mission Street and instead grants a new Conditional Use Authorization with different conditions. It also confirms that the new authorization aligns with the city's General Plan and environmental regulations.

Motion adopting findings in support of the Board of Supervisors’ disapproval of the decision of the Planning Commission by its Motion No. 21301, approving a Conditional Use Authorization, identified as Planning Case No. 2022-003331CUA, for a proposed project at 1160 Mission Street; and approving a Conditional Use Authorization for the same Planning Case and property with different conditions; adopting findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

EnvironmentLand Use & PlanningHonorary / Symbolic
Passed
5-0
Resolution#230839
Jul 18, 2023

This resolution approves the Annual Report for the SoMa West Community Benefit District for Fiscal Year 2021-2022, as mandated by state law and the district's agreement with the city. It ensures compliance with regulations governing property and business improvement districts.

Resolution receiving and approving an Annual Report for the SoMa West Community Benefit District for Fiscal Year (FY) 2021-2022, submitted as required by the Property and Business Improvement District Law of 1994 (California Streets and Highways Code, Sections 36600, et seq.), Section 36650, and the District’s management agreement with the City, Section 3.4.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
By Matt Dorsey
6-0 /1
Resolution#230841
Jul 18, 2023

This resolution approves the Annual Report for the Ocean Avenue Community Benefit District for the fiscal year 2021-2022, as required by state law. It ensures compliance with the management agreement between the district and the city.

Resolution receiving and approving an Annual Report for the Ocean Avenue Community Benefit District for Fiscal Year (FY) 2021-2022, submitted as required by the Property and Business Improvement District Law of 1994 (California Streets and Highways Code, Sections 36600, et seq.), Section 36650, and the District’s management agreement with the City, Section 3.4.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
By Myrna Melgar
7-0 /1
Resolution#230843
Jul 18, 2023

This resolution approves the Annual Report for the Japantown Community Benefit District for the fiscal year 2021-2022, as mandated by state law and the district's agreement with the city. It ensures compliance with reporting requirements for the district's operations and activities.

Resolution receiving and approving an Annual Report for the Japantown Community Benefit District for Fiscal Year (FY) 2021-2022, submitted as required by the Property and Business Improvement District Law of 1994 (California Streets and Highways Code, Sections 36600, et seq.), Section 36650, and the District’s management agreement with the City, Section 3.4.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
Passed
6-0
Resolution#230844
Jul 18, 2023

This resolution approves the Annual Report for the North of Market/Tenderloin Community Benefit District for the fiscal year 2021-2022, as required by state law. It ensures that the district's activities and finances are reviewed and acknowledged by the city.

Resolution receiving and approving an Annual Report for the North of Market/Tenderloin Community Benefit District for Fiscal Year (FY) 2021-2022, submitted as required by the Property and Business Improvement District Law of 1994 (California Streets and Highways Code, Sections 36600, et seq.), Section 36650, and the District’s management agreement with the City, Section 3.4.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
Passed
6-0
Ordinance#230735
Jul 18, 2023

This ordinance changes how residential density is controlled in Neighborhood Commercial Districts by removing specific numerical limits and instead using existing building regulations like height and bulk. It also confirms compliance with environmental laws and aligns with the city's overall planning goals.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to change the manner in which residential density is regulated in Neighborhood Commercial Districts by replacing residential numerical density limits with already-existing regulations on the built envelope of buildings, such as height, bulk, and setbacks; 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.

HousingEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
Filed
no vote
Resolution#230731
Jul 13, 2023

This resolution allows ODC Theater at 3153-17th Street to obtain a special liquor license for serving alcohol, which is deemed beneficial for the community. It also requests that the state impose specific conditions on this license.

Resolution determining that the issuance of a Type-64 special on-sale general theater liquor license to ODC, doing business as the ODC Theater, located at 3153-17th 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 a condition on the issuance of the license.

TransportationEnvironmentBusiness & Economy
Passed
7-0
Hearing#220367
Jul 12, 2023

This legislation calls for a hearing to discuss public safety in San Francisco's parks and playgrounds, focusing on alternatives to police involvement, like Park Rangers and community security measures. It requests reports from the Recreation and Park Department and the Committee on Information Technology on these topics.

Hearing on public safety and calls for service at San Francisco's parks and playgrounds, specifically, to explore non-police public safety resources such as Park Rangers, community security cameras and lighting; and requesting the Recreation and Park Department and Committee on Information Technology to report.

Public SafetyTransportationEnvironment
Filed
1-0