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This resolution determines that transferring a liquor license to Royal Mart LLC at 1201 Howard Street is not in the public's best interest, and it requests that the state deny the license application. The decision is based on local regulations regarding alcohol sales.
Resolution determining that the person-to-person, premise-to-premise transfer of a Type-21 off-sale general beer, wine, and distilled spirits liquor license to Royal Mart LLC, doing business as Unimart, located 1201 Howard Street (District 6), will not serve the public convenience or necessity of the City and County of San Francisco; and requesting that the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control deny the issuance of the license, in accordance with California Business and Professions Code, Section 23958.4.
This resolution urges the City Services Auditor and the Department of Public Works to create clear maintenance standards for streets, stairways, and landscaping. It emphasizes that well-maintained public spaces are important for supporting small businesses and boosting economic development in commercial areas.
Resolution urging the Controller’s City Services Auditor and the Department of Public Works to develop objective streetscape, stairway, and landscape maintenance standards; and finding that well-maintained streetscapes and landscape assets are integral to support small businesses and economic development on commercial corridors.
This resolution expresses San Francisco's interest in creating an Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District (EIFD) to help fund affordable housing in well-resourced neighborhoods. It also asks various city offices to look into establishing the EIFD and other financing methods.
Resolution expressing interest in forming an Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District (EIFD) to support funding Affordable Housing in Well-Resourced Neighborhoods and requesting the Controller’s Office, Office of Economic Workforce Development, and Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to explore options for establishing an EIFD and other innovative financing options.
This ordinance authorizes the City and County of San Francisco to settle a lawsuit for $75,000 filed by Kareim McKnight, which alleges civil rights violations. The lawsuit was filed in federal court on August 9, 2022.
Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Kareim McKnight against the City and County of San Francisco for $75,000; the lawsuit was filed on August 9, 2022, in United States District Court for the Northern District of California, Case No. 22-cv-04600 WHO; entitled Kareim McKnight v. City and County of San Francisco, et al.; the lawsuit involves alleged civil rights violations.
This ordinance reduces the tax rates on gross receipts from telecommunications businesses by reclassifying them to a lower tax category starting January 1, 2026. It also allows these businesses to continue receiving tax credits for opening physical locations in designated areas of the city.
Ordinance amending the Business and Tax Regulations Code to reduce the tax rates on gross receipts from telecommunications business activities by moving those activities from Category 5 to Category 4, beginning January 1, 2026, for purposes of the gross receipts tax and the homelessness gross receipts tax; and to retain taxpayers’ eligibility to take the tax credit for opening a physical location in designated areas of the City, as applied to gross receipts from telecommunications business activities.
This resolution designates the Kong Chow Benevolent Association and Kong Chow Temple as a landmark, protecting its historical significance. It is now officially recognized under the city's Planning Code.
Resolution initiating a landmark designation under Article 10 of the Planning Code for the Kong Chow Benevolent Association and Kong Chow Temple, located at 855 Stockton Street.
Proposes a change to city law: Changing the Administrative, Environment, Health, Labor and Employment, Park, Planning, Police, Public Works, Subdivision, Transportation, and Building Inspection Commission Codes to modify numerous reporting requirements, including those related to 1) value of City-owned parcels, 2) code enforcement violations, 3) updates to nutrition standards and guidelines, 4) rental of City vehicles, 5) revenue recovery for damage to City property, 6) representations of women on City property, 7) the Commission on Disability and Aging, 8) meetings of the State Legislation Committee, 9) the City records center, 10) claims to the Bureau of Delinquent Revenue Collection, 11) the District Attorney State Forfeiture Fund, 12) the Food Empowerment Market Fund, 13) the Infant and Toddler Early Learning Scholarship Fund, 14) the Low Carbon Fuel Standard Credits Sales Fund, 15) the Mayor’s Home Ownership Assistance Loan Fund, 16) the Mayor’s Housing Programs Fees Fund, 17) the Public Health Environment Enforcement Fund, 18) Proposition 1B Local Street and Road Improvement Funds, 19) the Community Mental Health Service, 20) studies and plans to develop the Moscone Center Garage and the Performing Arts Garage, 21) managed care contracts, 22) Good Food Purchasing Standards, 23) the City’s telecommunications program, 24) City property leased for fossil fuel extraction, 25) the Redevelopment Agency, 26) the Healthy Nail Salon Recognition Program, 27) loans related to the designation of residential rehabilitation areas, 28) the Housing Code Enforcement Loan Program, 29) residential hotels, 30) the Short-Term Residential Rental Program, 31) the Affordable Housing and Home Ownership Bond Program, 32) nonprofit arts organizations, 33) the Healthy Food Retailer city law, 34) the In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority, 35) the historical property contract (Mills Act) program, 36) the Housing Innovation Program, 37) Healthcare Impact Reports, 38) the Better Streets Policy, 39) Navigation Centers, 40) the Cooperative Living Opportunities for Mental Health Program, 41) the Safe Oversight Parking Pilot Program, 42) surveillance technology audits, 43) the Neighborhood Anchor Business Registry, 44) the Citywide Project Labor Agreement city law, 45) work performed under Chapter 6 public works contracts, 46) the 706 Mission Fund, 47) the Animal Shelter Fund, 48) the County Surveyor’s Survey Monument Preservation Fund, 49) the Cultural District Fund, 50) the Disability and Aging Services Community Living Fund, 51) the Jackson Playground Park Fund, 52) the Public Works Adopt-a-Tree Fund, 53) the San Francisco Film Production Fund, 54) San Francisco Gift Funds, 55) housing production, 56) the city's operating rules Chapter 31 appeals pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act, 57) sexual harassment complaints, 58) City employee overtime, 59) the Early Care and Education for All Initiative, 60) the Homeward Bound Program, 61) the Open Data Policy, 62) the Office of Emerging Technology, 63) the Commission on the Status of Women, 64) management information services, 65) the Entertainment Commission, 66) fees associated with water conservation certification, 67) notices and orders issued to Large Refuse Generators, 68) compliance with the Environmentally Preferable Purchasing city law, 69) restrictions on City purchases of bottled water, 70) the lead poisoning prevention program, 71) the Hunters Point Shipyard health and safety city law, 72) the Assisted Outpatient Treatment Program, 73) Equal Pay Reports, 74) noise assessment and prevention in land use planning and environmental review, 75) amplified sound from unenclosed tour buses, 76) adjustments to the street damage restoration fee, 77) fixed pedestal zones, 78) cost of parking places, 79) use of a Public Works revolving fund, 80) offset of use of fresh water due to the Nonpotable and Reclaimed Water Use Master Plan, 81) surface-mounted facility site permits, 82) Tier 3 Love Our Neighborhood Project Applications, 83) limited equity housing cooperative conversions and related fees, 84) Police Department and Municipal Transportation Agency costs associated with street fairs, 85) jobs-housing fit, 86) progress of the Transit Center District, Market/Octavia, East SOMA, West SOMA, Inner Mission, Lower Potrero/Showplace Square, and Central Waterfront Area Plans, 87) the Short Term Rental program, 88) the Housing Inventory, 89) impact fees for Area Plans, 90) Housing Balance, 91) bicycle parking requirements for City properties, 92) the Transportation Demand Management Implementation, 93) the Affordable Housing Bonus Program, 94) the Van Ness Special Use District, 95) office development limits, 96) the Market Octavia Plan Area, 97) economic feasibility of the Transportation Sustainability Fee, 98) the Rincon Hill Community Improvements Fund, 99) the SOMA Community Stabilization Fund, 100) General Advertising Sign Inventory, 101) Neighborhood Commercial District Zoning Controls, 102) residential density exceptions in RH (Residential, House) Districts, 103) replacing auto-oriented uses with housing, 104) the Local Accessory Dwelling Unit Program, 105) the State-mandated Accessory Dwelling Unit Program, 106) the legalization of Unauthorized Dwelling Units, 107) the Van Ness & Market Community Facilities Fee, 108) Better Roof implementation, 109) the Inclusionary Affordable Housing Program, 110) settlement of litigation not exceeding $25,000, 111) the Urban Agriculture Program, 112) Police Department staffing, 113) payments for requested Police services for events.
Ordinance amending the Administrative, Environment, Health, Labor and Employment, Park, Planning, Police, Public Works, Subdivision, Transportation, and Building Inspection Commission Codes to modify numerous reporting requirements, including those related to 1) value of City-owned parcels, 2) code enforcement violations, 3) updates to nutrition standards and guidelines, 4) rental of City vehicles, 5) revenue recovery for damage to City property, 6) representations of women on City property, 7) the Commission on Disability and Aging, 8) meetings of the State Legislation Committee, 9) the City records center, 10) claims to the Bureau of Delinquent Revenue Collection, 11) the District Attorney State Forfeiture Fund, 12) the Food Empowerment Market Fund, 13) the Infant and Toddler Early Learning Scholarship Fund, 14) the Low Carbon Fuel Standard Credits Sales Fund, 15) the Mayor’s Home Ownership Assistance Loan Fund, 16) the Mayor’s Housing Programs Fees Fund, 17) the Public Health Environment Enforcement Fund, 18) Proposition 1B Local Street and Road Improvement Funds, 19) the Community Mental Health Service, 20) studies and plans to develop the Moscone Center Garage and the Performing Arts Garage, 21) managed care contracts, 22) the City’s telecommunications program, 23) City property leased for fossil fuel extraction, 24) the Redevelopment Agency, 25) the Healthy Nail Salon Recognition Program, 26) loans related to the designation of residential rehabilitation areas, 27) the Housing Code Enforcement Loan Program, 28) residential hotels, 29) the Short-Term Residential Rental Program, 30) the Affordable Housing and Home Ownership Bond Program, 31) nonprofit arts organizations, 32) the Healthy Food Retailer Ordinance, 33) the In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority, 34) the historical property contract (Mills Act) program, 35) the Housing Innovation Program, 36) Healthcare Impact Reports, 37) the Better Streets Policy, 38) Navigation Centers, 39) the Cooperative Living Opportunities for Mental Health Program, 40) the Safe Overnight Parking Pilot Program, 41) surveillance technology audits, 42) the Neighborhood Anchor Business Registry, 43) work performed under Chapter 6 public works contracts, 44) the 706 Mission Fund, 45) the Animal Shelter Fund, 46) the County Surveyor’s Survey Monument Preservation Fund, 47) the Disability and Aging Services Community Living Fund, 48) the Jackson Playground Park Fund, 49) the Public Works Adopt-a-Tree Fund, 50) the San Francisco Film Production Fund, 51) San Francisco Gift Funds, 52) housing production, 53) Administrative Code Chapter 31 appeals pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act, 54) sexual harassment complaints, 55) City employee overtime, 56) the Early Care and Education for All Initiative, 57) the Homeward Bound Program, 58) the Open Data Policy, 59) the Office of Emerging Technology, 60) the Commission on the Status of Women, 61) management information services, 62) the Entertainment Commission, 63) fees associated with water conservation certification, 64) notices and orders issued to Large Refuse Generators, 65) compliance with the Environmentally Preferable Purchasing Ordinance, 66) restrictions on City purchases of bottled water, 67) the lead poisoning prevention program, 68) the Hunters Point Shipyard health and safety ordinance, 69) the Assisted Outpatient Treatment Program, 70) noise assessment and prevention in land use planning and environmental review, 71) amplified sound from unenclosed tour buses, 72) adjustments to the street damage restoration fee, 73) fixed pedestal zones, 74) cost of parking places, 75) use of a Public Works revolving fund, 76) offset of use of fresh water due to the Nonpotable and Reclaimed Water Use Master Plan, 77) surface-mounted facility site permits, 78) Tier 3 Love Our Neighborhood Project Applications, 79) limited equity housing cooperative conversions and related fees, 80) Police Department and Municipal Transportation Agency costs associated with street fairs, 81) progress of the Transit Center District, Market/Octavia, East SOMA, West SOMA, Inner Mission, Lower Potrero/Showplace Square, and Central Waterfront Area Plans, 82) the Housing Inventory, 83) impact fees for Area Plans, 84) Housing Balance, 85) bicycle parking requirements for City properties, 86) the Transportation Demand Management Implementation, 87) the Affordable Housing Bonus Program, 88) the Van Ness Special Use District, 89) office development limits, 90) the Market Octavia Plan Area, 91) economic feasibility of the Transportation Sustainability Fee, 92) the Rincon Hill Community Improvements Fund, 93) the SOMA Community Stabilization Fund, 94) General Advertising Sign Inventory, 95) Neighborhood Commercial District Zoning Controls, 96) replacing auto-oriented uses with housing, 97) the Local Accessory Dwelling Unit Program, 98) the State-mandated Accessory Dwelling Unit Program, 99) the legalization of Unauthorized Dwelling Units, 100) the Van Ness & Market Community Facilities Fee, 101) Better Roof implementation, 102) the Inclusionary Affordable Housing Program, 103) settlement of litigation not exceeding $25,000, 104) the Urban Agriculture Program, 105) Police Department staffing, 106) payments for requested Police services for events; 107) crime victim and domestic violence data, 108) the Narcotics Forfeiture and Assets Seizure Fund; 109) the Office of Small Business; 110) employment discrimination; and 111) Area Plan Progress Reports; remove various obsolete reporting requirements; eliminate defunct funds, agencies, plans, staffing requirements, and programs; make other updates, including to 1) remove reference to library fines, 2) modify the library fee amnesty program, 3) modify the permissible uses of the Administrative Services Vehicle Leasing Program Fund, 4) eliminate approval of certain expenditures from the Library Special Collections and Services Fund, 5) streamline the process for preparing departmental equal employment opportunity plans, 6) reduce the scope of report regarding compliance with the Environmentally Preferable Purchasing Ordinance, 7) reduce the scope of reporting required for Tier 3 Love Our Neighborhood Project Applications, 8) eliminate the Parking Authority as a responsible party to report costs to maintenance districts of maintaining public improvements and facilities, 9) eliminate the Human Rights Commission as a body that verifies the absence of evictions for parcels whose owners apply for conversion of the form of ownership and for the purpose of the residential condominium conversion lottery, 10) update requirements for the Health Care Service Master Plan, 11) change the department responsible for submitting annual reports for the Van Ness & Market Community Facilities Fee, and 12) eliminate Planning Department monitoring of the Eastern Neighborhoods Area Plans; making other conforming amendments; 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 necessity, convenience, and welfare under Planning Code, Section 302.
This ordinance changes the rules regarding how long building permits and applications remain valid before they expire. It also confirms that the Planning Department's assessment complies with environmental regulations.
Ordinance amending the Building Code to revise the timing of expiration of certain building permits and building permit applications; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.
The ordinance allows the City to waive certain housing fees and requirements for residential and neighborhood commercial projects outside specific areas if the developer agrees to rent control for all units. It also permits these projects to meet inclusionary housing requirements by dedicating land to the City and mandates periodic reports to the Planning Commission.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to allow the City to waive the Inclusionary Housing Fee and other requirements in certain residential and neighborhood commercial districts outside of the Priority Equity Geographies Special Use District (SUD) in exchange for a project sponsor’s agreement to subject all units in the project to rent control; and allow projects in certain residential and neighborhood commercial districts outside of the Priority Equity Geographies SUD to comply with the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance by dedicating land to the City; requiring periodic reports to the Planning Commission; 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 public necessity, convenience, and welfare findings under Planning Code, Section 302.
The ordinance aims to make it easier for chain stores and restaurants to operate in San Francisco by reducing various restrictions on their use and location. Key changes include modifying definitions, eliminating certain approval requirements, and allowing more flexibility in where these businesses can be established.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to reduce restrictions on Formula Retail uses by 1) modifying the definition of a Formula Retail use; 2) eliminating the Conditional Use Authorization requirement for Formula Retail Accessory Uses, Formula Retail Temporary Uses, and certain changes of use for Formula Retail uses; 3) eliminating the prohibition on changes of use for non-conforming Formula Retail uses; 4) eliminating the requirement for an economic impact study for specified large Formula Retail uses; 5) eliminating the restrictions regarding Formula Retail use concentration in the Upper Market Street Neighborhood Commercial District; 6) allowing one or more Formula Retail Restaurants or Limited Restaurants inside a General Grocery store under a single Conditional Use authorization; and 7) principally permitting Formula Retail uses in spaces larger than 10,000 square feet in the RC (Residential-Commercial) and RTO (Residential Transit Oriented) 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.
The ordinance changes zoning classifications for various properties in San Francisco to support the Family Zoning Plan, allowing for more residential and commercial development in specific areas. It also updates height limits and designations for properties in the Coastal Zone and includes findings related to environmental quality and city planning policies.
Ordinance amending the Zoning Map to implement the Family Zoning Plan by: amending the Zoning Use District Maps to: 1) reclassify certain properties currently zoned as various types of Residential to Residential Transit Oriented - Commercial (RTO-C); 2) reclassify properties currently zoned Residential Transit Oriented (RTO) to Residential Transit Oriented - 1 (RTO-1); 3) reclassify certain properties from Residential districts other than RTO to RTO-1; 4) reclassify certain properties currently zoned Neighborhood Commercial (NC) or Public (P) to Community Business (C-2); and 5) reclassify certain properties from Public to Mixed-Use or Neighborhood Commercial Districts; amending the Height and Bulk Map to: 1) reclassify properties in the Family Zoning Plan to R-4 Height and Bulk District, except for properties with structures designated as landmarks or contributors to historic districts pursuant to Article 10; 2) change the height limits on certain lots in the R-4 Height and Bulk District; and 3) designating various parcels to be included in the Non-Contiguous San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency Sites Special Use District (SFMTA SUD); amending the Local Coastal Program to: 1) reclassify all properties in the Coastal Zone to R-4 Height and Bulk District; 2) reclassify certain properties to RTO-C and Neighborhood Commercial District; 3) designate one parcel as part of the SFMTA SUD; and 4) directing the Planning Director to transmit the Ordinance to the Coastal Commission upon enactment; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare under Planning Code, Section 302; making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and making findings under the City’s Local Coastal Program and the California Coastal Act of 1976.
The ordinance creates the Housing Choice-San Francisco Program to encourage housing development and modifies zoning regulations to increase building height and density in certain neighborhoods. It also includes provisions for parking requirements, business relocation, and protections for historic buildings, among other changes.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to: 1) create the Housing Choice-San Francisco Program to incent housing development through a local bonus program and by adopting a Housing Sustainability District, 2) modify height and bulk limits to provide for additional capacity in well-resourced neighborhoods, and to allow additional height and bulk for projects using the local bonus program, 3) require only buildings taller than 85 feet in certain Districts to reduce ground level wind currents, 4) make conforming changes to the RH (Residential, House), RM (Residential, Mixed), and RC (Residential-Commercial) District zoning tables to reflect the changes to density controls, and parking requirements made in this Ordinance, 5) create the RTO-C (Residential Transit Oriented-Commercial) District, 6) implement the Metropolitan Transportation Commission’s Transit-Oriented Communities Policy by making changes to parking requirements, minimum residential densities, and minimum office intensities, and requiring maximum dwelling unit sizes, 7) revise off-street parking and curb cut obligations citywide, 8) create the Non-contiguous San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency Sites Special Use District, 9) permit businesses displaced by new construction to relocate without a conditional use authorization and waive development impact fees for those businesses, 10) make technical amendments to the Code to implement the above changes, 11) make conforming changes to zoning tables in various Districts, including the Neighborhood Commercial District and Mixed Use Districts, 12) prohibit Lot mergers on Lots with Historic Buildings, subject to certain preservation obligations, and 13) reduce usable open space and bicycle parking requirements for senior housing; amending the Business and Tax Regulations Code regarding the Board of Appeals’ review of permits in the Housing Choice Program Housing Sustainability District; also, amending the Local Coastal Program to implement the Housing Choice-San Francisco Program and other associated changes in the City’s Coastal Zone, and directing the Planning Director to transmit the Ordinance to the Coastal Commission upon enactment; 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 public necessity, convenience, and welfare findings under Planning Code, Section 302.
This resolution allows the Board of Supervisors to close parts of Hawes Street, Griffith Street, and Bancroft Avenue to make way for a new Fire Department Training Facility at 1236 Carroll Avenue. A hearing will be scheduled for anyone interested in discussing this street closure.
Resolution declaring the intention of the Board of Supervisors to vacate portions of Hawes Street, Griffith Street, and Bancroft Avenue for the development of the Fire Department Training Facility at 1236 Carroll Avenue and setting a hearing date for all persons interested in the proposed vacation of said street areas.
This ordinance changes the zoning designation of certain parcels in San Francisco from a Production, Distribution and Repair District to a Public designation, allowing for different types of uses. It also increases the height limit for buildings on those parcels from 40 feet to 90 feet.
Ordinance amending the Zoning Map of the Planning Code to change the zoning use district designation of Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 4877, Lot Nos. 001, 002, 003, and 004, and Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 4852, Lot Nos. 002, 003, 004, 005, 006, 007, 008, 009, 010, 011, 012, 013, 014, 015, 016, 017, 018, 019, 020, 021, and 022, the full width of Bancroft Avenue between Griffith Street and Hawes Street, and the full widths of Griffith Street and Hawes Street between Carroll Avenue and Armstrong Avenue, collectively known as 1236 Carroll Avenue, from Production, Distribution and Repair District-2 (PDR-2) to Public (P); changing the height and bulk district designation of the aforementioned parcels and Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 4852, Lot No. 001 from 40-X to 90-X; 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; and making public necessity, convenience, and welfare findings under Planning Code, Section 302.
The ordinance vacates parts of Hawes Street, Griffith Street, and Bancroft Avenue to allow for the development of a new San Francisco Fire Department Training Facility. It also ensures that utility access rights are maintained and transfers the land from Public Works to the Fire Department.
Ordinance ordering the vacation of portions of Hawes Street, Griffith Street, and Bancroft Avenue for the development of the San Francisco Fire Department Training Facility at 1236 Carroll Avenue; reserving public utility and access rights in favor of the City and easement rights for existing PG&E overhead electrical facilities; approving the interdepartmental transfer of the street vacation area from Public Works to the Fire Department; authorizing official acts in connection with this Ordinance; 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.
This hearing will provide an update on the city's program for monitoring nonprofits, including findings and proposed improvements based on the latest annual report. The City Services Auditor and City Performance Division will present their insights and recommendations.
Hearing to receive an update on the City's nonprofit monitoring program, including the findings and planned improvements described in the Citywide Nonprofit Monitoring and Capacity Building Program Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Annual Report; requesting the City Services Auditor and City Performance Division of the City Controller to report.
This ordinance allows certain medical cannabis dispensaries in San Francisco to convert into cannabis retail stores. It also confirms that this change complies with environmental regulations and the city's planning policies.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to establish a process for the conversion of certain Medical Cannabis Dispensaries to Cannabis Retail establishments; 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 public necessity, convenience, and welfare findings pursuant to Planning Code, Section 302.
This ordinance requires the Arts Commission to create a certification process to identify San Francisco artists who qualify for affordable housing. The goal is to support artists in securing housing that is financially accessible.
Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to require the Arts Commission to develop and administer a certification process to identify artists in San Francisco who may be eligible for affordable housing for artists.
The ordinance aimed to define "Legacy Business" and require special approval before replacing such businesses in specific districts, while allowing businesses operating for 15 years to qualify as Legacy Businesses. It has failed to pass.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to define Legacy Business and to require conditional use authorization prior to replacing a Legacy Business with a new non-residential use in certain Neighborhood Commercial, Named Neighborhood Commercial, and Neighborhood Commercial Transit Districts, and in the Chinatown Mixed Use Districts; amending the Administrative Code to allow a business that has been operating for 15 years to qualify as a Legacy Business; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making findings of consistency with the General Plan and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and adopting findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare under Planning Code, Section 302.
This hearing aims to discuss community concerns about neglect, abuse, and civil rights violations at the Taylor Street Facility operated by GEO Group, Inc. It requests reports from various agencies, including the GEO Group and the Public Defender's Office, regarding these issues.
Hearing to address concerns raised by community members of neglect, abuse, and civil rights violations at the Taylor Street Facility located at 111 Taylor Street, operated by the GEO Group, Inc.; and requesting the GEO Group, Inc., Office of the Public Defender, Adult Probation Department, and California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation to report.
This ordinance allows affordable housing projects and some other developments in San Francisco to postpone paying certain administrative fees. It also confirms that the Planning Department's assessment complies with environmental regulations.
Ordinance amending the Building Code to allow affordable housing projects and certain other projects to defer payment of certain administrative fees; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.
This ordinance updates the city's General Plan to support the development project at 530 Sansome Street and Fire Station 13. It includes environmental findings and confirms that the project aligns with city planning policies and serves public needs.
Ordinance amending the General Plan to revise the Urban Design Element, Downtown Area Plan, and Land Use Index to facilitate the 530 Sansome Street and Fire Station 13 Development Project; adopting findings under the California Environmental Quality Act; making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and making findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare under Planning Code, Section 340.
The ordinance allows EQX Jackson SQ Holdco LLC to use parts of Merchant Street for installing decorative paving, crosswalks, lighting, and other improvements, while waiving certain city requirements. It also gives the Public Works Director the authority to accept and maintain the new public infrastructure.
Ordinance approving a major encroachment permit for EQX Jackson SQ Holdco LLC to occupy portions of Merchant Street between Sansome and Battery Streets adjacent to 425 Washington Street, 439-445 Washington Street, and 530 Sansome Street (Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0206, Lot Nos. 013, 014, and 017) for the purpose of installing and maintaining decorative roadway and sidewalk paving, tabletop crosswalks, overhead string lighting, various pedestrian- and bike-oriented improvements, other non-standard infrastructure, and new street trees; waiving certain requirements under Public Works Code, Sections 724.7 (construction occupancy fee), 786.3 (final review of City departments prior to Public Works hearing), and 806 (street tree removal notice and appeal and replacement at or exceeding requirements), and Administrative Code, Section 1.51 (acceptance of public infrastructure), in connection with Permittee’s implementation of the encroachment permit and project development; delegating to the Public Works Director the authority to accept an irrevocable offer for the public infrastructure in Merchant Street, dedicate such infrastructure to public use, designate it for street and roadway purposes, and accept it for City maintenance and liability purposes, subject to specified limitations; 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; accepting a Public Works Order that recommends the major encroachment and delegation to the Public Works Director of the acceptance and related actions for the public improvements; and authorizing official acts, as defined, in connection with this Ordinance.
The ordinance approves an agreement for the exchange of two properties, 530 Sansome Street and 447 Battery Street, and allows for the construction of a new fire station on the Battery Street site. It also waives certain appraisal requirements and confirms compliance with environmental and planning regulations.
Ordinance approving an Amended and Restated Conditional Property Exchange Agreement between the City and County of San Francisco and EQX Jackson SQ Holdco LLC for the exchange of 530 Sansome Street and 447 Battery Street and the construction of a new fire station on 447 Battery Street; affirming exempt surplus property finding declaration; waiving the appraisal requirements of Administrative Code, Chapter 23; ratifying past actions and authorizing future actions in furtherance of this Ordinance, as defined herein; adopting findings 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.
The ordinance approves a financial assistance agreement for the development of a mixed-use tower and fire station at specified locations in San Francisco, providing up to $86 million over 25 years based on new hotel tax revenues. It also waives certain administrative code requirements and confirms compliance with environmental and planning regulations.
Ordinance approving a Hotel and Fire Station Development Incentive Agreement between the City and County of San Francisco and EQX Jackson SQ Holdco LLC for the 530 Sansome Mixed Use Tower and Fire Station 13 Development Project, to provide financial assistance of up to $86,089,195 in net present value over 25 years calculated for measurement purposes only as a percentage of new Transient Occupancy Taxes the City actually receives from occupancy of guest rooms in a proposed new hotel, related to the development and operation of a project on certain real property known as 425 Washington Street, 439-445 Washington Street, 530 Sansome Street, and 447 Battery Street, and generally bounded by Sansome Street to the west, Washington Street to the north, Battery Street to the east, and Merchant Street to the south; waiving Chapter 21G of the Administrative Code; ratifying past actions and authorizing future actions in furtherance of this Ordinance, as defined herein; and adopting the Board of Supervisors’ findings under the California Environmental Quality Act and findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.
This resolution approves a partnership between San Francisco and Daly City to fund and build the Vista Grande Drainage Basin Improvement Project, with a budget of up to $35 million. The project will last five years, starting in August 2025 and ending in August 2030.
Resolution approving and authorizing the General Manager of the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission to execute, on behalf of the City and County of San Francisco, a Memorandum of Agreement with the City of Daly City for the funding, construction, and operation of the Vista Grande Drainage Basin Improvement Project, for a not to exceed amount of $35,000,000, with a duration of five years starting August 4, 2025, through August 31, 2030, pursuant to Section 9.118 of the Charter.
This resolution officially names a section of 16th Street as "Jim Marshall Way" to honor his impact on San Francisco's cultural and music history. The new street name will be located between Noe Street and Castro Street.
Resolution adding the Commemorative Street Name “Jim Marshall Way” on 16th Street between Noe Street and Castro Street, in recognition of his contributions to capturing the cultural and music history of San Francisco.
This resolution designates Firehouse: Hose Company No. 30 at 1757 Waller Street as a historic landmark under the Planning Code. This designation aims to preserve its historical significance for future generations.
Resolution initiating a landmark designation under Article 10 of the Planning Code for Firehouse : Hose Company No. 30, located at 1757 Waller Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 1250, Lot No. 029.
This resolution designates Maud’s, located at 929-941 Cole Street, as a landmark under the Planning Code, recognizing its historical significance. The designation aims to preserve the building's character and heritage for future generations.
Resolution initiating a landmark designation under Article 10 of the Planning Code for Maud’s, 929-941 Cole Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 1272, Lot No. 003.
This resolution designates St. Matthew’s Church as a historic landmark under the Planning Code, which helps protect its architectural and cultural significance. The church is located at 3281-16th Street in San Francisco.
Resolution initiating a landmark designation under Article 10 of the Planning Code for St. Matthew’s Church, located at 3281-16th Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 3567, Lot No. 034.
This resolution designates St. Nicholas Cathedral as a landmark under the city's Planning Code, recognizing its historical and architectural significance. The designation aims to protect the building from alterations that could compromise its integrity.
Resolution initiating a landmark designation under Article 10 of the Planning Code for St. Nicholas Cathedral, 2005 15th Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 3558, Lot No. 074.
This resolution designates St. Paul's Church as a landmark under the Planning Code, which helps protect its historical and architectural significance. The church is located at 1660 Church Street.
Resolution initiating a landmark designation under Article 10 of the Planning Code for St. Paul's Church, located at 1660 Church Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 6619, Lot No. 001.
This resolution designates the property at 102 Guerrero Street as a landmark, which means it will be recognized for its historical or architectural significance. This designation helps protect the building from alterations that could compromise its character.
Resolution initiating a landmark designation under Article 10 of the Planning Code for 102 Guerrero Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 3534, Lot No. 068.
This resolution designates the Bank of Italy Branch Building at 400-410 Castro Street as a historic landmark under the Planning Code. This designation aims to preserve the building's historical significance and protect it from potential alterations or demolition.
Resolution initiating a landmark designation under Article 10 of the Planning Code for Bank of Italy Branch Building, located at 400-410 Castro Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 2647 Lot No. 035.
This resolution designates the Bob Ross House at 4200 20th Street as a landmark under the Planning Code, which helps protect its historical significance. The designation aims to preserve the building for future generations.
Resolution initiating a landmark designation under Article 10 of the Planning Code for the Bob Ross House, 4200 20th Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 2696 Lot No. 014A.
This resolution designates the Castro Rock Steam Baths as a historic landmark, protecting its architectural and cultural significance. This designation is part of the city's efforts to preserve important sites within San Francisco.
Resolution initiating a landmark designation under Article 10 of the Planning Code for the Castro Rock Steam Baths, located at 578-582 Castro Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 2695, Lot No. 013.
This resolution designates the San Francisco AIDS Foundation building at 514-520 Castro Street as a historic landmark. This designation aims to preserve its historical significance under the city's Planning Code.
Resolution initiating a landmark designation under Article 10 of the Planning Code for the San Francisco AIDS Foundation, 514-520 Castro Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 2695, Lot No. 002.
This resolution designates the Full Moon Coffeehouse as a landmark under the Planning Code, recognizing its historical significance. It applies to the property located at 4416-18th Street in San Francisco.
Resolution initiating a landmark designation under Article 10 of the Planning Code for the Full Moon Coffeehouse, located at 4416-18th Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 2650, Lot No. 017.
This resolution designates the Most Holy Redeemer Church Complex as a landmark, which includes the church, rectory, convent, and school located on Diamond Street. This designation aims to preserve the historical and architectural significance of these buildings.
Resolution initiating a landmark designation under Article 10 of the Planning Code for the Most Holy Redeemer Church Complex, consisting of 110 Diamond Street (Church), 100 Diamond Street (Rectory), 115 Diamond Street (Convent), 117 Diamond Street (School); Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 2693, Lot No. 002 (Church), Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 2693, Lot No. 001 (Rectory), Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 2694, Lot No. 033 (Convent), Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 2694, Lot No. 028 (School).
This resolution designates Sha’ar Zahav, located at 220 Danvers Street, as a historic landmark under the city's Planning Code. This designation aims to preserve its historical significance and protect it from potential alterations or demolitions.
Resolution initiating a landmark designation under Article 10 of the Planning Code for Sha’ar Zahav (Historic Location), located at 220 Danvers Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 2702, Lot No. 019.
This resolution designates 361 San Jose Avenue as a landmark under the Planning Code, which helps protect its historical significance. The designation aims to preserve the building's architectural and cultural value for future generations.
Resolution initiating a landmark designation under Article 10 of the Planning Code for 361 San Jose Avenue, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 6531, Lot No. 021A.
This resolution designates The Chautauqua House at 1451 Masonic Avenue as a landmark under the Planning Code, recognizing its historical significance. The designation aims to preserve the building's architectural and cultural value.
Resolution initiating a landmark designation under Article 10 of the Planning Code for The Chautauqua House, located at 1451 Masonic Avenue, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 1270, Lot No. 002.
This resolution designates Engine Company No. 13 at 1458 Valencia Street as a landmark, protecting its historical significance. It is part of the city's efforts to preserve important cultural and architectural sites.
Resolution initiating a landmark designation under Article 10 of the Planning Code for Engine Company No.13, 1458 Valenica Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 6531, Lot No. 011.
This ordinance allows San Francisco's Public Works to remove graffiti from private commercial properties at no cost to the owners, but only if the owners request and authorize the work. It also confirms that the Planning Department's assessment complies with environmental regulations.
Ordinance amending the Public Works Code to authorize Public Works to perform graffiti abatement on private properties in commercial areas at no cost to property owners, solely at property owners’ request and upon property owners’ authorization and property owners’ waiver of claims associated with the graffiti abatement; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.
This ordinance updates the Building Code by eliminating local rules on commercial lighting, rooftop structures, driveway and sidewalk weight limits, and the Slope Protection Act. It also confirms the Planning Department's assessment under environmental regulations.
Ordinance amending the Building Code to remove local requirements regarding commercial lighting, rooftop mechanical penthouses, driveway and sidewalk load limits, and the Slope Protection Act; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.
The ordinance updates the Health Code to require that new buildings and major renovations with sensitive uses must have ventilation systems that maintain positive pressure, and it limits enhanced ventilation standards to single-family homes starting January 1, 2026. It also includes findings related to state law and environmental quality regulations.
Ordinance amending the Health Code to clarify the City’s enhanced ventilation standards by codifying the requirement that all new buildings and major renovations of buildings that contain a sensitive use certify that the building’s ventilation system is capable of maintaining positive pressure; limiting applicability of the City’s enhanced ventilation standard to single family homes, effective January 1, 2026, to align with state law; making findings under the California Health and Safety Code; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and directing the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors to forward this Ordinance to the California Building Standards Commission upon final passage.
This ordinance allows the city to cancel a public utility easement at 112 Kensington Way and sell the land to Kevin Jenkins and Lalitha Chandrasekher for $20,000. It also confirms that the decision aligns with environmental regulations and city planning policies.
Ordinance ordering the summary vacation of a public service easement for public utility purposes at 112 Kensington Way; authorizing the City to quitclaim its interest in the vacation area (Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 2923, Lot No. 078) to Kevin Jenkins and Lalitha Chandrasekher for $20,000; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; adopting findings that the actions contemplated in this Ordinance are consistent with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and authorizing official acts in connection with this Ordinance, as defined herein.
This resolution approves an increase of $76 million to a contract for project management services related to the Terminal 3 West Modernization Project at the airport, raising the total contract amount to $126 million. It also extends the contract for an additional five years, now running until December 12, 2030.
Resolution approving Modification No. 15 to Airport Contract No. 10071.41, Project Management Support Services for the Terminal 3 West Modernization Project, with WCME JV, to increase the Contract amount by $76,000,000 for a new not to exceed amount of $126,000,000 and extend the Contract for services for an additional five years from December 31, 2025, for a total term of April 12, 2016 through December 12, 2030, pursuant to Charter, Section 9.118(b).
This resolution allows Endgames Improv LLC to obtain a liquor license for their venue at 2989 Mission Street, determining it will benefit the public. It also requests that the state impose specific conditions on the license.
Resolution determining that the issuance of a Type-90 on-sale general music venue liquor license to Endgames Improv LLC, to do business as Endgames Improv located at 2989 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.
This ordinance authorizes the City to settle a lawsuit for $128,000 related to a personal injury claim by Jane Gazzola on a City sidewalk. The lawsuit was filed in December 2023 in San Francisco Superior Court.
Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Jane Gazzola against the City and County of San Francisco for $128,000; the lawsuit was filed on December 1, 2023, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-23-610773; entitled Jane Gazzola v. City and County of San Francisco, et al; the lawsuit involves an alleged personal injury on a City sidewalk.
The ordinance authorizes the City and County of San Francisco to settle two employment-related lawsuits filed by Keith Baraka for a total of $160,000. The lawsuits were filed in 2020 and 2024, respectively.
Ordinance authorizing settlement of two lawsuits filed by Keith Baraka against the City and County of San Francisco for $160,000; the first lawsuit was filed on November 20, 2020, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-20-587897; entitled Keith Baraka v. City and County of San Francisco; the first lawsuit involves an employment dispute; the second lawsuit was filed on June 13, 2024, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-24-615403; entitled Keith Baraka v. City and County of San Francisco; the second lawsuit involves an employment dispute.
The ordinance authorizes a $2,828,000 settlement for a lawsuit against the city regarding the unlawful seizure and disposal of property belonging to homeless individuals. It also includes non-monetary terms aimed at addressing the issues raised in the lawsuit.
Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Coalition On Homelessness against the City and County of San Francisco for $2,828,000 and non-monetary terms; the lawsuit was filed on September 27, 2022, in the United States District Court for the Northern District of California, Case No. 4:22-cv-05502-DMR; entitled Coalition on Homelessness, et al. v. City and County of San Francisco, et al.; the lawsuit involves Plaintiff’s allegation that the City unlawfully seizes property of persons experiencing homelessness without adequate advanced notice, discards property the City should store under the terms of the City’s “bag and tag” policy, and fails to store property of persons experiencing homelessness in a way that allows retrieval of the property.
The ordinance authorizes a $3,660,000 settlement with TPx Communications over allegations of under-collecting taxes owed under the Access Line Tax Ordinance. As part of the settlement, TPx must adhere to specific tax collection and remittance practices going forward, unless laws change significantly.
Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by the City and County of San Francisco ex rel. Roger Schneider against U.S. Telepacific Corp., dba TPx Communications (“TPx”) for $3,660,000; the lawsuit was filed on January 29, 2020, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-20-582552; entitled City and County of San Francisco ex rel. Roger Schneider v. AT&T Corporation, et al.; the lawsuit involves allegations that TPx and other telecommunications companies knowingly under-collected and under-remitted amounts due under the Access Line Tax Ordinance in violation of the California False Claims Act; other material terms of the settlement are that TPx will collect and remit access line taxes in a certain manner in the future absent a material change in the law.
This resolution approves a settlement of $101,435 that Farmers Insurance Exchange filed against San Francisco for property damage due to flooding from a water main rupture. The claim was submitted on December 11, 2024, and the resolution has been passed.
Resolution approving the settlement of the unlitigated claim filed by Farmers Insurance Exchange against the City and County of San Francisco for $101,435; the claim was filed on December 11, 2024; the claim involves property damage arising from flooding alleged to be caused by a water main rupture.
This resolution approves a $90,000 settlement for a claim by Hamza Alaudi against San Francisco related to property damage from flooding caused by a water main rupture. The claim was filed on November 7, 2024, and the resolution has been passed.
Resolution approving the settlement of the unlitigated claim filed by Hamza Alaudi against the City and County of San Francisco for $90,000; the claim was filed on November 7, 2024; the claim involves property damage arising from flooding alleged to be caused by a water main rupture.
This resolution approves a settlement of $773,113.15 for a grievance filed by the Service Employees International Union, Local 1021 against the City and County of San Francisco regarding an employment dispute. The grievance was originally filed on February 18, 2022, under the terms of a Memorandum of Understanding.
Resolution approving the settlement of a grievance filed by Service Employees International Union, Local 1021 against the City and County of San Francisco for $773,113.15; the grievance was filed on February 18, 2022; the grievance involves an employment dispute under the Memorandum of Understanding.
The ordinance authorizes a partial settlement of a lawsuit against the Sackler family and others, requiring them to pay between $8 million and $12 million over 15 years to address the opioid crisis in San Francisco. This lawsuit alleges that they contributed to the epidemic by promoting opioid sales despite awareness of its harmful effects.
Ordinance authorizing the partial settlement of the lawsuit filed on behalf of the City and County of San Francisco and the People of the State of California against, inter alia, 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 (collectively, “Sacklers”) for abatement funds in the range of $8,000,000 to $12,000,000 to be paid over 15 years; 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 allegations that Purdue and the Sacklers contributed to the opioid crisis in San Francisco by incentivizing the sale and use of opioids despite knowledge of the growing epidemic caused by opioid misuse.
The ordinance authorizes a $15.4 million settlement with AT&T over allegations of underpayment of access line taxes. It also requires AT&T to collect and remit these taxes correctly in the future, unless laws change significantly.
Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by the City and County of San Francisco ex rel. Roger Schneider against AT&T Corp. and Pacific Bell Telephone Company (collectively, “AT&T”) for $15,400,000; the lawsuit was filed on January 29, 2020, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-20-582552; entitled City and County of San Francisco ex rel. Roger Schneider v. AT&T Corporation, et al.; the lawsuit involves allegations that AT&T and other telecommunications companies knowingly under-collected and under-remitted amounts due under the Access Line Tax Ordinance in violation of the California False Claims Act; other material terms of the settlement are that AT&T will collect and remit access line taxes in a certain manner in the future absent a material change in the law.
This resolution approves an increase of $2,850,000 to a contract for project management support services at San Francisco International Airport, raising the total contract amount to $12,500,000. It also extends the contract term by 187 days, now running until December 31, 2026.
Resolution approving Modification No. 5 to Airport Contract No. 11365.41, Project Management Support Services for the San Francisco International Airport, International Terminal Building Phase 2 Project, with AGS, Inc., to increase the Contract amount by $2,850,000 for a total not to exceed the amount of $12,500,000 and extend the Contract term for services by 187 days from June 27, 2026, for a total term of June 16, 2020, through December 31, 2026, pursuant to Charter, Section 9.118(b).
This resolution allows the Recreation and Park Department to accept a $300,000 in-kind grant from the Union Square Alliance for upgrading the sound system at the Union Square Plaza stage. The improvements will take effect once the resolution is approved and the project is substantially completed.
Resolution authorizing the Recreation and Park Department to accept an in-kind grant from the Union Square Alliance valued at approximately $300,000 for sound system improvements at the Union Square Plaza stage, effective upon approval of this Resolution through notice of substantial completion.
This resolution allows the Port of San Francisco to amend a lease with the YMCA SF for Building 49, removing a $6,000 reduction in rent credits for restroom maintenance and providing an additional $150,000 in rent credits for structural improvements. It also authorizes the Port's Executive Director to make necessary adjustments to complete the agreement without increasing the city's liabilities.
Resolution approving and authorizing the execution, delivery, and performance of the First Amendment to Port Lease No. 17134 for Building 49, located at 701 Illinois Street within Crane Cove Park between the Port of San Francisco and the Young Men’s Christian Association of San Francisco (YMCA SF) to eliminate the provision which would reduce by $6,000 the amount of rent credits that are intended to offset operation and maintenance costs associated with the public restrooms; and provide $150,000 in new rent credits to partially offset unexpected costs related to improving the structural condition of Building 49, effective upon the later of Port’s execution of the First Amendment or October 1, 2025; and authorizing the Executive Director of the Port to enter into any additions, amendments or other modifications that do not materially increase 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.
This resolution allows Bridge-Potrero Community Associates LLC to maintain certain structures and landscaping in public spaces, like sidewalks and walkways. It also gives the Public Works Director the authority to manage maintenance responsibilities and make minor adjustments to the permit as needed.
Resolution granting revocable permission under Public Works Code, Sections 786 et seq. to Bridge-Potrero Community Associates LLC to maintain encroachments in the public right-of-way, including but not limited to custom paving materials, benches, landscaping, irrigation, drainage facilities, walkways, and retaining walls; delegating authority to the Public Works Director to assign responsibility for sidewalk maintenance and liability to various entities; adopting environmental findings under the California Environmental Quality Act; making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and to authorize the Public Works Director 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.
This resolution calls for a coordinated effort among city agencies to reduce severe and fatal traffic accidents by creating and enforcing safer street designs, especially for children, seniors, and vulnerable groups. It emphasizes a preventative and data-driven strategy to improve overall road safety in San Francisco.
Resolution urging a preventative, interagency, and data-driven approach to ending severe and fatal traffic crashes by designing and enforcing safer streets for all San Franciscans, with a particular focus on protecting children, seniors, and other vulnerable populations.
This motion approves the Mayor's choice of Jordan Wilson to serve on the Entertainment Commission until July 1, 2029. The motion has been passed.
Motion approving the Mayor’s nomination for the appointment of Jordan Wilson to the Entertainment Commission, for a term ending July 1, 2029.
This ordinance updates the food purchasing goals and reporting requirements for the Department of Public Health and the Sheriff’s Department regarding City hospitals and jails, extending the program's standards until December 31, 2035. It aims to ensure better food quality and accountability in these facilities.
Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to revise the goals and reporting requirements for food purchasing by the Department of Public Health and the Sheriff’s Department for City hospitals and jails; and revising the sunset date such that the program’s standards and reporting requirements will remain in effect until December 31, 2035.
This resolution allows the San Francisco Department of Public Health to secure funding from the California Department of State Hospitals for a mental health diversion program aimed at individuals deemed incompetent to stand trial, covering a five-year period from July 2025 to June 2030, with expected revenue of $15,060,000. It also permits the Department to make necessary adjustments to the agreement without increasing the city's financial obligations.
Resolution retroactively authorizing the San Francisco Department of Public Health (DPH) to enter into an agreement with the California Department of State Hospitals, to provide funding for the Felony Incompetent to Stand Trial (IST) Mental Health Diversion Program for individuals found incompetent to stand trial for a term of five years from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2030, having anticipated revenue of $15,060,000; and authorizing DPH 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.
This resolution allows the City to lease 4,009 square feet of property at 8 Boardman Place for the Public Defender’s Office for five years, with options to extend, at a starting annual rent of $144,000. The lease will begin after necessary improvements are completed, with rent payments starting three months later.
Resolution approving and authorizing the Director of Property, on behalf of the City and County of San Francisco (“City”), to lease 4,009 square feet of real property for the Public Defender’s Office, located at 8 Boardman Place, for a five year term with two five-year options to extend at 95% of fair market value, at an annual base rent of $144,000 ($84,000 in the first year of the lease term), from STEEL ARC, LLC, a California limited liability corporation, effective upon approval of this Resolution and the lease term to commence upon completion of tenant improvements, rent payments will begin three months after lease commencement; and to authorize the Director of Property to enter into any additions, amendments or other modifications to the lease that do not otherwise materially increase the obligation or liabilities of the City to effectuate the purposes of the Lease or this Resolution.
This resolution allows the Director of Property to sign a four-year lease with NPU, Inc. for the Old Mint at 88-5th Street, with options to extend for up to 15 additional years, and requires NPU, Inc. to pay 10% of their gross monthly revenue from the property. It also gives the Director the authority to make minor changes to the lease as needed without significantly impacting the city's obligations or benefits.
Resolution authorizing and approving the Director of Property to execute a Lease Agreement for a term of four years with three five-year options to extend, to commence upon approval of this Resolution through July 31, 2029 with NPU, Inc. for the continued use of the Old Mint located at 88-5th Street, paying as participation rent, 10% of the gross monthly revenue generated from their use of the Old Mint; and authorizing the Director of Property to execute any amendments or modifications to the Lease including exercising options to extend the agreement term, make certain modifications and take certain actions that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City, and do not material decrease the benefits to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the Lease or this Resolution.
This resolution approves a contract to purchase three 40-foot and three 60-foot battery-electric transit buses, along with necessary parts and training, for a total cost of approximately $10.8 million. The contract will last until December 2027, with an option to extend it to December 2029, and allows for minor amendments by the Acting Director of Transportation.
Resolution approving an agreement with Solaris Bus US, Inc., to procure three 40-ft and three 60-ft battery-electric transit buses from Solaris Bus US, Inc., along with associated spare parts, special tools, manuals, and training through assigned options established under a procurement conducted by King County Metro, which requires anticipated expenditures of $10,819,849 which includes a contract for an amount not to exceed $9,964,706 and a term until December 19, 2027, effective upon approval of this Resolution, with options to extend the contract to December 19, 2029, and responsibility for the payment of an estimated $855,143 in taxes; and to authorize the Acting Director of Transportation to enter into amendments or modifications to the contract that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the contract or this Resolution.
This resolution allows the City to issue a multifamily housing revenue note for up to $84.1 million to finance the construction of a 127-unit rental housing project at 505 Mayor Edwin M. Lee Avenue. It also approves various agreements related to the loans and grants authority to city officials to carry out the necessary actions for the project.
Resolution approving for purposes of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, authorizing the execution and delivery of a multifamily housing revenue note in one or more series in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $84,116,000 for the purpose of providing financing for the construction of a 127-unit (plus one manager’s unit) multifamily rental housing project expected to be located at 505 Mayor Edwin M. Lee Avenue (formerly known as 11 Frida Kahlo Way) (Assessor’s Parcel Block No: 3180-202), known as “Balboa Reservoir - Building E”; approving the form of and authorizing the execution of a funding loan agreement, providing the terms and conditions of the loan from the funding lender to the City, and the execution and delivery of the note; approving the form of and authorizing the execution of a project loan agreement providing the terms and conditions of the loan from the City to Balboa Lee Avenue, L.P. (the “Borrower”); approving the form of and authorizing the execution of a regulatory agreement and declaration of restrictive covenants; authorizing the collection of certain fees; approving modifications, changes and additions to the documents; ratifying and approving any action heretofore taken in connection with the back-to-back loans, the note and the project; granting general authority to City officials to take actions necessary to implement this Resolution and related matters, as defined herein.
This resolution approves a loan of up to $56,425,904 to finance the first phase of infrastructure improvements for the Balboa Reservoir Project, which aims to provide affordable housing and other public benefits. It also allows for minor amendments to the loan agreement as needed, without increasing the city's financial obligations.
Resolution approving and authorizing the Director of the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to execute an Amended and Restated Loan Agreement with BHC Balboa Builders, LLC, a California limited liability company, for a total loan amount not to exceed $56,425,904 to finance the first phase of infrastructure improvements related to the revitalization and master development of an approximately 17.6-acre site with various public benefits including affordable housing, commonly known as the Balboa Reservoir Project; adopting findings that the loan agreement is consistent with the adopted Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program under the California Environmental Quality Act, the General Plan, and the priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and to authorize the Director of MOHCD or his designee 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.
This resolution allows the City to lease land at 11 Frida Kahlo Way to Balboa Lee Avenue, L.P. for 75 years to build a 127-unit affordable housing development, while also approving a loan of up to $28 million to finance the project. It ensures that the development aligns with the city's planning policies and authorizes city officials to finalize the agreements.
Resolution approving and authorizing the Director of Property and the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development (“MOHCD”) to enter into a Ground Lease for Real Property owned by the City and located at 11 Frida Kahlo Way (“Property”) with Balboa Lee Avenue, L.P. (“Developer”) for a lease term of 75 years and one 24-year option to extend and an annual base rent of $15,000 (“Ground Lease”) in order to construct a 100% affordable, 127-unit multifamily rental housing development affordable to very-low and low-income households, plus one manager’s unit; approving and authorizing an Amended and Restated Loan Agreement in an amount not to exceed $28,000,000 for a minimum loan term of 57 years (“Loan Agreement”) to finance the development and construction of the Project; adopting findings that the Project and proposed transactions are consistent with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and authorizing the Director of Property and/or the Director of MOHCD to execute the Ground Lease, Loan Agreement, and make certain modifications to such agreements, and take certain actions in furtherance of this Resolution, as defined herein.
The ordinance creates a temporary amnesty program for properties with violations, allowing them to be recognized as noncomplying structures while waiving associated fees and penalties. It also streamlines the application process for these properties and requires certification of their existing conditions.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to: create a time-limited amnesty program for properties listed on the Department of Building Inspection’s Internal Quality Control Audit and subject to a Notice of Violation; consider those properties as noncomplying structures and nonconforming uses following certification; and waive fees and penalties associated with the Planning Department’s review of requests for amnesty, and refund any fees and penalties already paid by amnesty projects; amending the Building Code to: require certification of existing conditions for amnesty projects; prohibit expansion or intensification of non-complying amnesty structures; create a streamlined process for reviewing amnesty project applications; and waive fees associated with amnesty projects, and refund any fees and penalties already paid by amnesty projects; 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 necessity and convenience under Planning Code, Section 302.
This ordinance allows tenant rights organizations in San Francisco to enforce rules that prevent landlords from using algorithms to determine rents or manage occupancy in residential units. It aims to protect tenants from potentially unfair pricing and occupancy practices.
Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to authorize tenant’s rights organizations to enforce the prohibition against landlords’ use of algorithmic devices to set rents or manage occupancy levels for residential dwelling units located in San Francisco.
The ordinance requires developers to disclose any unauthorized dwelling units when applying for development permits and mandates the Planning Department to investigate these units. It also enhances oversight to prevent fraud related to unauthorized units and ensures properties are inspected before approving any loss of residential units.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to require applicants to disclose the presence of any Unauthorized Dwelling Unit, and require the Planning Department to investigate any Unauthorized Dwelling Unit, upon submittal of a Development Application; require the Planning Department to document when a property is subject to a regulatory agreement subjecting any units on the property to the San Francisco Residential Rent Stabilization and Arbitration Ordinance; and require the Planning Department to inspect properties prior to recommending approval of any loss of a Residential Unit or Unauthorized Dwelling Unit; amending the Building Code to expand the Department of Building Inspection’s Expanded Compliance Control Program to address fraud, bribery, and failure to accurately represent the presence and number of Unauthorized Dwelling Units at properties subject to a permit application; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and making findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare pursuant to Planning Code, Section 302.
This ordinance requires that buildings undergoing major renovations in San Francisco either remain or convert to all-electric systems, with certain exceptions for specific types of buildings and circumstances. It also affirms the Planning Department's environmental assessment and mandates that the ordinance be sent to the California Building Standards Commission after it is finalized.
Ordinance amending the Building Code to require buildings undergoing major renovations to remain or convert to All-Electric Buildings with exceptions for physical and technical infeasibility, commercial food establishments, non-residential-to-residential conversions, buildings with recent major system replacements, and 100% Affordable Housing; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and directing the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors to forward this Ordinance to the California Building Standards Commission upon final passage.
This ordinance aims to ensure fair distribution of homeless shelters and behavioral health facilities by preventing new City-funded ones from being placed in neighborhoods that already have a higher proportion of such services compared to their unsheltered population. It also prohibits new shelters from being located within 300 feet of existing ones, though the Board of Supervisors can waive these rules if deemed beneficial for the public.
Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to promote equitable access to shelter and behavioral health services by prohibiting the City from siting a new, City-funded homeless shelter, transitional housing facility, or certain behavioral health residential care and treatment facilities (collectively, “Covered Facilities”) in a neighborhood where the neighborhood’s share of the City’s shelter and transitional housing beds exceeds the neighborhood’s share of the City’s unsheltered persons, and prohibiting the City from siting a new City-funded homeless shelter within 300 feet of an existing homeless shelter; and authorizing the Board of Supervisors to waive these prohibitions upon a finding that approving the Covered Facility or homeless shelter at the proposed location is in the public interest; and providing that this ordinance shall sunset on December 31, 2031.
The ordinance removes size limits on non-residential businesses in certain commercial districts, allowing larger businesses to split into smaller spaces while still exceeding size limits without needing special approval. It also standardizes size limits to round numbers and affirms compliance with environmental and planning regulations.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to eliminate limits on Non-Residential Use Sizes in the Pacific Avenue Neighborhood Commercial District (NCD), Polk Street NCD, West Portal Avenue NCD, North Beach NCD and North Beach Special Use District, Regional Commercial Districts, and Residential-Commercial District; allow specified Non-Residential Uses that exceed the Use Size limits to divide into smaller spaces that may continue to exceed the Use Size limits, without conditional use authorization; adjust the Use Size limit in all NCDs to a round number; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and making findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare pursuant to Planning Code, Section 302.
This resolution officially designates September 2025 as National Service Dog Month in San Francisco. It aims to recognize and honor the contributions of service dogs to individuals with disabilities.
Resolution declaring the month of September 2025 as National Service Dog Month in the City and County of San Francisco.
This resolution encourages San Francisco to officially designate August as Black Business Month and to acknowledge the 22nd Annual National Black Business Month starting on August 1, 2025. It aims to promote and support Black-owned businesses in the city.
Resolution urging the City and County of San Francisco to declare the month of August as Black Business Month, and to recognize the 22nd Annual National Black Business Month beginning on August 1, 2025.