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Resolution#230899
Jul 31, 2023

This resolution approves a settlement of $599,398.66 that Niantic, Inc. claimed against San Francisco for a refund of certain taxes. The claims were filed earlier this year and relate to Payroll Expense Tax, Gross Receipts Tax, and Homelessness Gross Receipts Tax.

Resolution approving the settlement of the unlitigated claims filed by Niantic, Inc. against the City and County of San Francisco for $599,398.66; the claims were filed on February 28, 2023; the claims involve a refund of Payroll Expense Tax, Gross Receipts Tax, and Homelessness Gross Receipts Tax.

HousingBudget & Taxes
Passed
6-0
Resolution#230869
Jul 31, 2023

This resolution approves an extension and increase in funding for the Homeless Prenatal Program to provide homelessness prevention assistance, extending the grant term to June 30, 2027, and increasing the total funding to $23,461,035. It also allows the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing to make minor modifications to the agreement as needed.

Resolution approving the third amendment to the grant agreement between the Homeless Prenatal Program and the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing (“HSH”) for homelessness prevention assistance; extending the grant term by 45 months for a total term of July 1, 2018, through June 30, 2027; increasing the agreement amount by $13,561,035 for a total amount not to exceed $23,461,035; and authorizing HSH to enter into any 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.

HousingBudget & TaxesHonorary / Symbolic
By Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman, Shamann Walton
7-0 /1
Resolution#230870
Jul 31, 2023

This resolution approves an extension and increase in funding for a grant agreement with Brilliant Corners to provide housing location and rental assistance for young adults in rapid re-housing. The grant term is extended by 24 months and the total funding amount is increased to over $27 million.

Resolution approving the first amendment to the grant agreement between Brilliant Corners and the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing (“HSH”) for housing location and rental assistance for young adults in rapid re-housing; extending the grant term by 24 months from June 30, 2024, for a total term of July 1, 2021, through June 30, 2026; increasing the agreement amount by $17,409,402 for a total amount not to exceed $27,309,402; and authorizing HSH to enter into any additions, amendments, or other modifications to the agreement/contract that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities, or materially decrease the benefits to the City.

HousingBudget & TaxesHonorary / Symbolic
By Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman
7-0 /1
Resolution#230871
Jul 31, 2023

This resolution approves an extension and increase in funding for a grant agreement with the Tenderloin Housing Clinic to manage and provide support services at 16 permanent supportive housing sites. The grant term is extended by two years, and the total funding amount is raised to approximately $241.7 million.

Resolution approving the second amendment to the grant agreement between the Tenderloin Housing Clinic, Inc. and the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing (“HSH”) for master lease stewardship, property management, and support services at 16 permanent supportive housing sites; extending the grant term by 24 months for a total term of July 1, 2020, through June 30, 2026; increasing the agreement amount by $108,753,662 for a total amount not to exceed $241,657,513; and authorizing HSH to enter into any 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.

HousingBudget & TaxesHonorary / Symbolic
By Rafael Mandelman
7-0 /1
Resolution#230872
Jul 31, 2023

This resolution approves an extension and increase in funding for a grant agreement with Five Keys Schools and Programs to provide shelter and support services at the Bayshore Navigation Center. The grant term is extended by 33 months, totaling $25,071,113, and allows for minor modifications to the agreement by the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing.

Resolution approving the second amendment to the grant agreement between Five Keys Schools and Programs and the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing (“HSH”) for shelter and support services at the Bayshore Navigation Center; extending the grant term by 33 months for a total term of January 1, 2021, through June 30, 2026; increasing the agreement amount by $15,155,893 for a total amount not to exceed $25,071,113; and authorizing HSH to enter into any 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.

HousingBudget & TaxesHonorary / Symbolic
By Rafael Mandelman, Shamann Walton
7-0 /1
Hearing#230883
Jul 31, 2023

The hearing aims to evaluate the city's approach to criminalizing individuals with substance use disorders, including data on arrests and their effects on health and services. It requests reports from various city departments to assess compliance with state laws regarding harm reduction materials.

Hearing to discuss the increased efforts to criminalize individuals suffering from substance use disorder; and to provide data on how many individuals have been arrested, the results of those arrests, the impact of this effort on the health of drug users, the impact of this effort on service providers and use of harm reduction services, and how the police are complying with state laws that protect harm reduction materials from confiscation by police; and requesting the Mayor's Office, Police Department, Office of the District Attorney, Department of Emergency Management, Sheriff's Department, Office of the Public Defender, Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing, and Department of Public Health to report.

HousingPublic SafetyPublic Health
Filed
no vote
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#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#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#230770
Jul 28, 2023

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

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

HousingBudget & TaxesGovernance & Elections
By Connie Chan, Matt Dorsey, Myrna Melgar
12-0
Ordinance#230649
Jul 28, 2023

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

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

HousingBudget & TaxesGovernance & Elections
Passed
18-0
Ordinance#230661
Jul 28, 2023

This ordinance changes the funding rules for early care and education programs for the next two fiscal years, allowing the city to use tax revenue from commercial rents specifically for these programs. It aims to ensure better financial support for early childhood education in San Francisco.

Ordinance modifying the baseline funding requirements for early care and education programs in Fiscal Years 2023-2024 and 2024-2025, to enable the City to use Early Care and Education Commercial Rents Tax revenues for those programs.

HousingBudget & TaxesBusiness & Economy
Passed
23-0 /1
Ordinance#230657
Jul 28, 2023

The ordinance reallocates about $16.36 million in interest revenues from the Our City, Our Home Fund to support services aimed at preventing homelessness and temporarily lifts the funding limit for short-term rental subsidies. This is intended to enhance the effectiveness of the Our City, Our Home Fund in addressing homelessness issues.

Ordinance reallocating approximately $16,360,000 in unappropriated earned interest revenues from the Our City, Our Home Fund to allow the City to use such revenues from the Homelessness Gross Receipts Tax for certain types of services to prevent homelessness; temporarily suspending the limit on funding for short-term rental subsidies; and finding that these changes are necessary to achieve the purposes of the Our City, Our Home Fund pursuant to Business and Tax Regulations Code, Section 2811.

HousingBudget & TaxesBusiness & Economy
Passed
21-0 /1
Resolution#230617
Jul 28, 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#230838
Jul 28, 2023

This resolution extends the time by 60 days for the Planning Commission to decide on an ordinance that changes density limits in certain zoning districts to focus on existing building regulations. It also establishes a new special use district aimed at promoting equity and confirms compliance with environmental and planning policies.

Resolution extending by 60 days the prescribed time within which the Planning Commission may render its decision on an Ordinance (File No. 230734) amending the Planning Code to replace numerical density limits in Residential-Commercial (RC), Residential Transit Oriented (RTO), Neighborhood Commercial (NC) and certain Neighborhood Commercial Districts (NCD), except for parcels located in the Priority Equity Geographies Special Use District, with already-existing regulations on the built envelope of buildings, such as height, bulk and setbacks; creating the Priority Equity Geographies Special Use District, and affirming the Planning Department’s California Environmental Quality Act determination; and making Planning Code, Section 302, findings, and making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.

HousingLand Use & PlanningHonorary / Symbolic
Passed
4-0 /1
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
Resolution#230672
Jul 26, 2023

The resolution allows certain city services, including security and food services, to be contracted out to private companies if they can perform the work at a lower cost than city employees. This includes services for various departments such as the Board of Supervisors, General Services Agency, and the Sheriff's Department.

Resolution concurring with the Controller's certification that department services previously approved can be performed by a private contractor for a lower cost than similar work performed by City and County employees, for the following services: Budget and Legislative Analyst Services (Board of Supervisors); Fleet Security Services, Real Estate Division Custodial Services, Real Estate Division Security Services, and Convention Facilities Management (General Services Agency - Administrative Services); Security Services (Department of Public Works); Security Services (Homelessness and Supportive Housing); Security Services (Human Services Agency); Food Services at County Jails (Sheriff’s Department); Assembly of Vote by Mail Services (Department of Elections); Security Services (Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development); and Security Services (Department of Public Health).

HousingBudget & TaxesPublic Health
Passed
16-0
Resolution#230675
Jul 26, 2023

This resolution approves the spending plan for the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing for the fiscal years 2023-2024 and 2024-2025. It outlines how funds will be allocated to address homelessness in San Francisco.

Resolution approving the Fiscal Years (FYs) 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 Expenditure Plan for the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing Fund.

HousingBudget & Taxes
Passed
16-0
Resolution#230773
Jul 26, 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
Resolution#230820
Jul 26, 2023

This resolution extends the deadline by 60 days for the Planning Commission to decide on a proposed change to the Planning Code that would alter how residential density is regulated in Neighborhood Commercial Districts. It also affirms the Planning Department's environmental review and ensures consistency with the city's General Plan and priority policies.

Resolution extending by 60 days the prescribed time within which the Planning Commission may render its decision on an Ordinance (File No. 230735) 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 California Environmental Quality Act determination; and making Planning Code, Section 302, findings, and making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.

HousingLand Use & PlanningHonorary / Symbolic
Passed
5-0
Resolution#230821
Jul 26, 2023

This resolution designates July 16 to July 22, 2023, as Probation Services Week in San Francisco to honor the work of the Adult and Juvenile Probation Departments in offering alternatives to incarceration. It aims to raise awareness about their contributions to the community.

Resolution declaring July 16 through July 22, 2023, as Probation Services Week in the City and County of San Francisco to recognize the immense contributions of Adult and Juvenile Probation Departments in providing alternatives to incarceration.

HousingHonorary / Symbolic
Passed
5-0
Ordinance#230596
Jul 25, 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#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#230764
Jul 25, 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
Ordinance#230769
Jul 25, 2023

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

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to: 1) reduce Inclusionary Housing Program requirements of the Planning Code, for projects exceeding a stated unit size that have been approved prior to November 1, 2023 and that receive a first construction document within a specified period; 2) adopt a process for those projects to request a modification to conditions of approval related to development impact fees, subject to delegation by the Planning Commission; 3) reduce Article 4 development impact fees, including Inclusionary Affordable Housing fees, for projects approved before November 1, 2026 that receive a first construction document within 30 months of entitlement; and, 4) modify the Inclusionary Housing Program Ordinance effective November 1, 2026 to reduce applicable fees, and on-site or off-site unit requirements, for projects that exceed a stated unit size; amending the Administrative Code to update the Inclusionary Housing Technical Advisory Committee member requirements; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making public necessity, convenience, and welfare findings under Planning Code, Section 302; and making findings of consistency with the General Plan and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.

HousingGovernance & ElectionsLand Use & Planning
By Matt Dorsey, Rafael Mandelman
12-0
Motion#230828
Jul 25, 2023

This motion approves the Mayor's choice of Dena Aslanian-Williams to serve on the Homelessness Oversight Commission until May 1, 2025. The motion has been passed.

Motion approving the Mayor’s nomination for the appointment of Dena Aslanian-Williams to the Homelessness Oversight Commission, term ending May 1, 2025.

HousingGovernance & Elections
Passed
14-0
Ordinance#230864
Jul 25, 2023

This ordinance creates a program that offers forgivable loans to help low, moderate, and middle-income first-time homebuyers purchase a home in San Francisco. It also establishes a fund and requires the Human Rights Commission to set up policies for issuing and managing these loans.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to establish the Forgivable Loan for First-Time Homebuyers Program and the Forgivable Loan for First-Time Homebuyers Fund to assist low, moderate, and middle-income first-time homebuyers who would otherwise not be able to purchase a primary residence in San Francisco; and to require the Human Rights Commission, in consultation with the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development, to establish policies and procedures to issue and possibly forgive loans from the Fund, and to provide oversight, monitoring, and forgiveness of such loans.

HousingTransportationGovernance & Elections
By Myrna Melgar, Shamann Walton
16-0
Ordinance#230855
Jul 24, 2023

The ordinance reduces requirements for Inclusionary Housing Programs and development impact fees for certain housing projects approved before specific dates, making it easier for developers to build. It also updates the membership requirements for the Inclusionary Housing Technical Advisory Committee and affirms compliance with environmental regulations.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to: 1) reduce Inclusionary Housing Program requirements, including requirements for projects approved under the Housing Opportunities Means Equity - San Francisco (HOME-SF) program, for projects that have been approved prior to November 1, 2023 and that receive a first construction document within a specified period; 2) adopt a process for those projects to request a modification to conditions of approval related to development impact fees, subject to delegation by the Planning Commission; 3) reduce Article 4 development impact fees, including Inclusionary Affordable Housing fees for projects exceeding a stated unit size, for projects approved before November 1, 2026 that receive a first construction document within 30 months of entitlement; and, 4) modify the Inclusionary Housing Program Ordinance effective November 1, 2026 to reduce applicable fees, and on-site or off-site unit requirements, for projects that exceed a stated unit size; amending the Administrative Code to update the Inclusionary Housing Technical Advisory Committee member requirements; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making public necessity, convenience, and welfare findings under Planning Code, Section 302; and making findings of consistency with the General Plan and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.

HousingGovernance & ElectionsLand Use & Planning
By Matt Dorsey, Rafael Mandelman
16-0
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
Hearing#230112
Jul 20, 2023

This hearing focuses on discussing ways to prevent fires in apartment buildings and support victims, including the city's current protocols and resources for those at risk of displacement. It also requests reports from the San Francisco Fire Department and the Human Services Agency on these issues.

Hearing on strategies for apartment building fire prevention and support for victims, including current City protocols and resources available for those facing displacement; and requesting the San Francisco Fire Department and the Human Services Agency to report.

HousingPublic Safety
By Connie Chan, Shamann Walton
2-0 /1
Resolution#230695
Jul 20, 2023

The resolution approves a settlement of $4,197,820.54 plus interest that AppLovin Corporation claimed against San Francisco for refunds of certain taxes. It resolves all related claims for the tax years 2019 and 2020 and establishes future tax filing agreements for subsequent years.

Resolution approving the settlement of the unlitigated claims filed by AppLovin Corporation against the City and County of San Francisco for $4,197,820.54 plus statutory interest; the claims were filed on February 15, 2023; the claims involve a refund of gross receipts taxes and homelessness gross receipts taxes; additional material terms of the settlement are: 1) the resolution of all claims and potential claims for refund of gross receipts taxes and homelessness gross receipts taxes for tax years 2019 and 2020, and 2) the agreement that AppLovin Corporation and its related entities shall take certain filing positions with respect to their gross receipts taxes, homelessness gross receipts taxes, and overpaid executive taxes for tax years 2021 and subsequent tax years, and with respect to their business registration fees for registration years ending June 30, 2022, and subsequent years.

HousingBudget & TaxesBusiness & Economy
Passed
6-0 /1
Hearing#230614
Jul 20, 2023

This hearing will review a report from the San Francisco Housing Authority about the services provided by Eugene Burger Management Corp at the Sunnydale and Potrero Hill HOPE SF sites. The SFHA and Eugene Burger Management Corp are requested to provide updates on the quality of these services.

Hearing on the San Francisco Housing Authority’s (SFHA) report of Eugene Burger Management Corp regarding the quality of services provided at the Sunnydale and Potrero Hill HOPE SF Sites; and requesting the SFHA and Eugene Burger Management Corp to report.

Housing
By Shamann Walton
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
Resolution#230741
Jul 20, 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
Resolution#230771
Jul 20, 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#230772
Jul 20, 2023

This resolution approves an extension and increase in funding for the Oasis Family Shelter, allowing the Providence Foundation to continue providing services until June 30, 2032, with a total funding amount of up to $58,345,438. It also gives the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing the authority to make minor adjustments to the agreement as needed.

Resolution approving the third amendment to the grant agreement between the Providence Foundation and the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing (“HSH”) for services and operations at the Oasis Family Shelter; extending the grant term by 107 months from July 31, 2023, for a total term of September 1, 2020, through June 30, 2032; increasing the agreement amount by $48,424,548 for a total amount not to exceed $58,345,438; and authorizing HSH to enter into any 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.

HousingBudget & TaxesSocial Services & Equity
Passed
7-0
Ordinance#220733
Jul 20, 2023

This ordinance modifies rules about soliciting payments related to city government and campaigns by exempting smaller payments, clarifying who is considered an interested party, and allowing certain direct solicitations to city departments. It also permits departments to solicit payments as part of their Racial Equity Action Plans and makes additional clarifying changes.

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

HousingBudget & TaxesBusiness & Economy
Filed
no vote
Ordinance#230810
Jul 19, 2023

This ordinance allows tenants to bring a tenant association representative to meetings with their landlord and sets rules for tenant association meetings. It also clarifies the conditions under which tenant associations maintain their status and the requirement for landlords and tenant associations to negotiate in good faith.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to provide that tenants may elect to be accompanied by a tenant association representative at meetings with their landlord; to set rules for the duration of and attendance at meetings of the full tenant association; to provide that a tenant association remains in good standing unless it has failed to re-certify or a new tenant association has been certified; and to make clarifying changes regarding the obligation of landlords and tenant associations to confer in good faith.

HousingGovernance & Elections
By Connie Chan, Shamann Walton
14-0
Ordinance#230835
Jul 18, 2023

This ordinance creates a new Labor and Employment Code that consolidates existing worker protection laws and regulations for City contractors from other codes. It also instructs the City Attorney to renumber and update references in the Municipal Code accordingly.

Ordinance establishing the Labor and Employment Code; redesignating worker protection ordinances and ordinances related to employees of City contractors, currently in the Administrative Code and the Police Code, as provisions of the new Labor and Employment Code; and directing the City Attorney to renumber the provisions added to the Labor and Employment Code and to update cross-references throughout the Municipal Code.

HousingPublic SafetyBusiness & Economy
Passed
12-0
Resolution#230836
Jul 18, 2023

This resolution allows the Adult Probation Department to use a $507,470 grant from the Board of State and Community Corrections for the Mobile Probation Service Centers Program, covering the period from May 1, 2023, to September 30, 2027. It was passed retroactively to authorize the funding.

Resolution retroactively authorizing the Adult Probation Department to accept and expend a grant in the amount of $507,470 from the Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) for the Mobile Probation Service Centers Grant Program funded through The Budget Act of 2022 (Assembly Bill No. 178), for the period of May 1, 2023, through September 30, 2027.

HousingTransportationBudget & Taxes
Passed
7-0
Resolution#230837
Jul 18, 2023

This resolution allows the Department of Adult Probation to use a $100,000 grant from the California Emergency Management Agency for a specialized supervision program aimed at supporting victims of violence against women. The funding is retroactively authorized for the period from October 1, 2022, to September 30, 2023.

Resolution retroactively authorizing the Department of Adult Probation to accept and expend a grant in the amount of $100,000 from the California Emergency Management Agency for Probation Specialized Supervision Program federally funded through the Violence Against Women Act, for the period of October 1, 2022, through September 30, 2023.

HousingPublic SafetyBudget & Taxes
Passed
7-0
Ordinance#230833
Jul 18, 2023

The ordinance authorizes the City to issue up to $77.17 million in Certificates of Participation to finance and refinance capital improvement projects, including repairs and renovations to City-owned buildings and facilities. It also includes provisions for leasing arrangements and grants authority to City officials to manage the process.

Ordinance authorizing the execution and delivery of Certificates of Participation, in one or more series on a tax-exempt and/or taxable basis and from time to time, evidencing and representing an aggregate principal amount of not to exceed $77,170,000 (“Certificates”), to finance and refinance certain capital improvement projects within the City and County of San Francisco’s (“City”) capital plan and generally consisting of critical repairs, renovations and improvements to City-owned buildings, facilities, streets and works maintained and utilized by various City departments; approving the form of a Supplement to Trust Agreement between the City and U.S. Bank Trust Company, National Association (as successor-in-interest to U.S. Bank National Association), as trustee (“Trustee”) (including certain indemnities contained therein); approving respective forms of a Supplement to Property Lease and a Supplement to Project Lease, each between the City and the Trustee, for the lease to the Trustee and lease back to the City of all or a portion of certain real property and improvements owned by the City and located at 375 Laguna Honda Boulevard within the City and at 1 Moreland Drive, San Bruno, California, together with any other property determined by the City’s Director of Public Finance to be made subject to the lease and lease back arrangements; approving the form of an Official Notice of Sale and a Notice of Intention to Sell the Certificates; approving the form of an Official Statement in preliminary and final form; approving the form of a purchase contract between the City and one or more initial purchasers of the Certificates; approving the form of a Continuing Disclosure Certificate, as defined herein; granting general authority to City officials to take necessary actions in connection with the authorization, sale, execution and delivery of the Certificates; approving modifications to documents, as defined herein; ratifying previous actions taken in connection therewith, as defined herein; and repealing and rescinding a portion of the authorization to issue Certificates of Participation of the City established through the adoption of Ordinance No. 226-19 of the City on October 11, 2019.

HousingPublic SafetyBudget & Taxes
Passed
12-0
Resolution#230842
Jul 18, 2023

The resolution allows the Port to bypass competitive bidding for a real estate deal with Fisherman’s Wharf Revitalized, LLC to develop a mixed-use property at Seawall Lot 300/301 and Pier 45, which will include various attractions and amenities related to the fishing and seafood industry. It also encourages the Port to involve local community members in the project's design and to negotiate an exclusive agreement with the developer.

Resolution exempting from the competitive bidding policy set forth in Administrative Code, Section 2.6-1, the potential real estate transaction involving Port property at Seawall Lot 300/301 and Pier 45 with Fisherman’s Wharf Revitalized, LLC, for development of a mixed use property that includes an experiential museum, events center, public plaza, expanded limited vehicular access resilient waterfront promenade, a combination winery/brewery/distillery, and short term vacation rental project celebrating, highlighting, and supporting the fishing and seafood industry of Fisherman’s Wharf and increasing public access to and enjoyment of the Bay; urging the Port and Fisherman’s Wharf Revitalized, LLC to engage in outreach to affected and interested neighbors, community members and other stakeholders to ensure that the proposed project is designed with public input; and urging the Port Director, with the assistance of Port staff, the City Attorney’s Office and other City officials to take all actions needed to negotiate an exclusive negotiating agreement and a term sheet with Fisherman’s Wharf Revitalized, LLC on a sole source basis, consistent with this Resolution.

HousingTransportationHonorary / Symbolic
By Rafael Mandelman
7-0
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
Ordinance#230831
Jul 17, 2023

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

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

HousingBudget & TaxesGovernance & Elections
By Connie Chan, Myrna Melgar, Shamann Walton
1-0
Ordinance#230808
Jul 12, 2023

The ordinance changes the name of a special zoning district to include both family and senior housing and allows for increased housing density on certain corner lots in specific residential districts. It also extends development benefits to additional residential areas and updates the zoning map accordingly.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to change the title of the Family Housing Opportunity Special Use District to the Family and Senior Housing Opportunity Special Use District (“SUD”); authorize within the SUD the greater of up to six units per lot or one unit per 1,000 square feet of lot area on individual Corner Lots in RH (Residential House) Districts, the greater of up to 18 units per lot or one unit per 1,000 square feet of lot area on Corner Lots resulting from three lot mergers in RH-1 districts, and the greater of up to 12 units per lot or one unit per 1,000 square feet of lot area on Corner Lots resulting from two lot mergers in RH-1 districts; extend various development and streamlining benefits, including lot merger benefits, to RM-1 (Residential, Mixed), RH-2, and RH-3 Districts within the area of the SUD bounded by the Great Highway, Lincoln Way, 19th Avenue, and Sloat Boulevard; and refine project eligibility criteria in the SUD; amending the Zoning Map to reflect the renamed Family and Senior Housing Special Use District; 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.

HousingTransportationLand Use & Planning
By Myrna Melgar
22-0
Resolution#221275
Jul 12, 2023

This resolution outlines the overdose prevention strategies that various San Francisco departments and their partners will implement to reduce drug overdoses among clients who use drugs. It is a formal acknowledgment of their plans, as required by city regulations.

Resolution receiving Overdose Prevention Policies for the Department of Public Health, Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing, Healthy Streets Operation Center through the Department of Emergency Management, and the Human Services Agency describing how the department and its grantees that provide direct services to clients who use drugs will promote strategies to reduce drug overdoses, submitted as required by Administrative Code, Section 15.17.

HousingPublic SafetyPublic Health
By Matt Dorsey
no vote
Hearing#210974
Jul 12, 2023

This hearing will discuss the current status of Cannabis Equity Licenses, including how many have been granted and how many applicants are still waiting for approval. It will also examine the ownership of dispensaries by equity applicants compared to non-equity applicants and consider a potential five-year pause on new licenses until equity representation in the market is sufficient.

Hearing to discuss the status of the number of Cannabis Equity Licenses that have been granted and the number of equity applicants currently awaiting approval; to examine the number of equity applicants who presently own and operate a Cannabis dispensary, what areas and how their numbers compare with non-equity applicants and the possibility of proposing a five year moratorium once the number of equity owned dispensaries are adequately represented in the market in comparison to non-equity operated dispensaries; and requesting the Office of Cannabis and Office of Economic and Workforce Development to report.

HousingBudget & TaxesBusiness & Economy
Filed
no vote
Ordinance#230794
Jul 11, 2023

The ordinance authorizes the City to settle a lawsuit with Digital Realty Trust, Inc. for approximately $1.86 million related to a refund claim on certain taxes. As part of the settlement, Digital Realty Trust will adjust its tax filings for the Early Care and Education Commercial Rents Taxes for 2021 and future years.

Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Digital Realty Trust, Inc. against the City and County of San Francisco for $1,858,150.71; the lawsuit was filed on April 18, 2023, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-23-605912, entitled Digital Realty Trust, Inc. v. City and County of San Francisco et al.; the lawsuit involves a claim for refund of Early Care and Education Commercial Rents Tax and Homelessness Gross Receipts Tax; an additional material term of the settlement is that Digital Realty Trust, Inc. and its related entities shall take certain filing positions with respect to their Early Care and Education Commercial Rents Taxes for tax year 2021 and subsequent tax years.

HousingBudget & TaxesBusiness & Economy
Passed
11-0
Resolution#230812
Jul 11, 2023

This resolution allows the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to use up to $114,800 from the SoMa Community Stabilization Fund to support residents and businesses affected by destabilization in the South of Market area until June 30, 2024. The funding aims to address various impacts of community changes in that neighborhood.

Resolution authorizing the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to expend SoMa Community Stabilization Fund dollars in the amount of up to $114,800 to address various impacts of destabilization on residents and businesses in SoMa for a term to commence effective upon approval this Resolution through June 30, 2024.

HousingTransportationBudget & Taxes
By Matt Dorsey
9-0
Resolution#230813
Jul 11, 2023

The resolution declares two city properties as exempt surplus land and affirms their use for developing 100% affordable housing with some commercial space. It also establishes a long-term ground lease for the properties with specific financial terms and confirms the Planning Department's approval for the projects under state legislation.

Resolution 1) declaring the City’s real property located at 1939 Market Street (Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 3501, Lot No. 006) (“1939 Market Property”) and 1515 South Van Ness Avenue (“1515 SVN” Property, and together with the 1939 Market Property, collectively, the “Property”) as Exempt Surplus Land under California Government Code, Sections 25539.4 and 54221(f)(1)(A); 2) affirming use of the Property by the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development (“MOHCD”) for the development as 100% affordable housing with ancillary commercial space; 3) affirming MOHCD’s intent to convey the Property under a long term ground lease with an annual base rent of $100 annual lease monitoring fee of $15,000 and restricting the Property for affordable housing and ancillary commercial space; and 4) affirming the Planning Department’s approval of the projects developed on the Property under Senate Bill (SB) No. 35 or Assembly Bill (AB) No. 2162.

HousingTransportationBudget & Taxes
By Rafael Mandelman
7-0
Hearing#230627
Jul 11, 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
Resolution#230628
Jul 11, 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
Ordinance#230530
Jul 6, 2023

The ordinance authorizes a settlement of $2,223,500 for a lawsuit against the City and County of San Francisco related to allegations of abuse and privacy violations at Laguna Honda Hospital. This settlement is subject to approval by the Probate Court.

Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit, subject to the approval of the Probate Court, filed by Jane Doe 1, Jane Doe 4, Jane Doe 5, Jane Doe 6, Jane Doe 9, John Doe 1, John Doe 2, John Doe 3, John Doe 4, John Doe 6, John Doe 7 against the City and County of San Francisco for $2,223,500; the lawsuit was filed on May 28, 2021, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-21-592296; entitled Jane Doe 1, et al. v. City and County of San Francisco, et al.; the lawsuit involves allegations of abuse and privacy violations brought by current and former residents of Laguna Honda Hospital and Rehabilitation Center.

HousingPublic SafetyPublic Health
Passed
10-0 /1
Resolution#230541
Jul 6, 2023

This resolution approves a lease agreement for Building 49 at Crane Cove Park to the YMCA of San Francisco for nearly 35 years, starting with an annual rent of about $92,810. It also allows the Port's Executive Director to make minor modifications to the lease as needed.

Resolution approving and authorizing the execution, delivery, and performance of Lease No. 16997 for Building 49 located at 701 Illinois Street within Crane Cove Park by the Young Men’s Christian Association (YMCA) of San Francisco, for an initial term of 10 years plus options to extend for a total term of up to 34 years, 11 months, with an initial annual base rent of $92,809.80 and a fee waiver for a companion license agreement, effective upon approval of this Resolution; making findings under the California Environmental Quality Act; and to authorize the Executive Director of the Port to enter into any additions, amendments or other modifications to the Lease that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities of the City or Port and are necessary or advisable to complete the transactions which this Resolution contemplates and effectuate the purpose and intent of this Resolution.

HousingEnvironmentHonorary / Symbolic
By Rafael Mandelman, Shamann Walton
7-0
Resolution#230742
Jul 6, 2023

This resolution extends the time for the Planning Commission to decide on a proposed change to the Planning Code that would simplify the approval process for certain Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) in single-family and multifamily buildings. It also allows for some ADUs to be built in rear yards under local approval guidelines.

Resolution extending by 180 days the prescribed time within which the Planning Commission may render its decision on an Ordinance (File No. 230310) amending the Planning Code to clarify the ministerial approval process for certain Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) meeting certain requirements in single-family and multifamily buildings and to permit certain ADUs in the rear yard under the City’s local, discretionary approval program; making findings under the California Environmental Quality Act; making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and adopting findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare under Planning Code, Section 302.

HousingLand Use & PlanningHonorary / Symbolic
Passed
5-0
Resolution#230713
Jul 5, 2023

This resolution supports a California state bill that aims to improve the Low-Income Housing Tax Credits program and related rules. It encourages the state legislature to pass these amendments to enhance affordable housing efforts.

Resolution supporting the passage of California State Assembly Bill No. 346, authored by Assemblymember Sharon Quirk-Silva, which would make various amendments to the Low-Income Housing Tax Credits program and the California Debt Limit Allocation Committee rulemaking.

HousingBudget & TaxesHonorary / Symbolic
By Connie Chan, Rafael Mandelman, Shamann Walton
5-0
Resolution#230714
Jul 5, 2023

This resolution calls on the federal and state governments to provide funding and resources to address homelessness in San Francisco, including support for specific programs like HHAP and Project Homekey. It also urges local authorities to create a strategic plan to tackle the homeless crisis in the region.

Resolution urging the Biden Administration to allocate federal funding and resources from the ALL INside Initiative to San Francisco, urging the Newsom Administration to allocate ongoing state funding for the Homeless Housing, Assistance, and Prevention (HHAP) program, extend the Project Homekey funding, and urging the San Francisco Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing to develop a regional strategic response to the homeless crisis.

HousingBudget & TaxesHonorary / Symbolic
By Connie Chan
5-0
Ordinance#220737
Jul 5, 2023

This ordinance allocates $118 million from Fiscal Cliff Reserves to support land acquisition, capital improvements, and capacity building for affordable housing, as well as to stabilize community services for San Francisco's Asian American Pacific Islander community for the fiscal year 2022-2023. It is currently filed and awaiting further action.

Ordinance appropriating $118,000,000 of Fiscal Cliff Reserves to the General Services Agency - City Administrator (ADM) to support land acquisition, capital improvement projects, capacity building for affordable housing development and the stabilization of community-based organizations and services that benefit San Francisco’s Asian American Pacific Islander community in Fiscal Year (FY) 2022-2023.

HousingTransportationBudget & Taxes
By Connie Chan
no vote