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Ordinance#220947
Sep 30, 2022

This ordinance allows the Municipal Transportation Agency to seek proposals for a new train control system with a contract lasting over ten years, which is usually not permitted. It also enables the use of negotiated procurement methods and requires Board of Supervisors approval for the contract.

Ordinance authorizing the Municipal Transportation Agency to issue a Request for Proposals for a Communications Based Train Control System to be awarded by a contract with a term exceeding ten years; waiving the Administrative Code prohibition against issuing solicitations for a contract for general or professional services for a term longer than ten years; authorizing use of negotiated procurement procedures, stating that the award of the contract will be subject to the approval of the Board of Supervisors pursuant to Charter, Section 9.118(b); and adopting findings under the California Environmental Quality Act.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
By Matt Dorsey, Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman
12-0
Ordinance#220507
Sep 30, 2022

This ordinance designates 200 Rhode Island Street, also known as Takahashi Trading Company, as a historic Landmark. It also confirms that the designation complies with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's planning goals.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to designate 200 Rhode Island Street (aka Takahashi Trading Company), Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 3936, Lot No. 001, as a Landmark consistent with the standards set forth in Article 10 of the Planning Code; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and making public necessity, convenience, and welfare findings under Planning Code, Section 302, and findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Matt Dorsey
11-0
Hearing#221037
Sep 29, 2022

This hearing addresses objections to a decision that a renovation project at 45 Bernard Street does not require an environmental review under California law. The project involves upgrading a four-unit apartment building and adding space, and the hearing allows community members to express their opinions on this exemption.

Hearing of persons interested in or objecting to the determination of exemption from environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act issued as a Categorical Exemption by the Planning Department on April 13, 2021, for the proposed project at 45 Bernard Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0157, Lot No. 030 for a proposed renovation of a three story, four-unit apartment building, including a seismic/soft-story foundation upgrade with a rear-yard addition; the project includes façade alterations, and the proposed addition would add approximately 996 square feet. (District 3) (Appellant: Brian O’Neill of Zacks, Freedman & Patterson PC, on behalf of the Upper Chinatown Neighborhood Association) (Filed September 26, 2022)

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
Filed
no vote
Resolution#220721
Sep 29, 2022

This resolution addresses findings from a Civil Grand Jury report on the Hunters Point Naval Shipyard, urging the Mayor to implement the accepted recommendations through city departments and the budget process. It aims to address issues related to climate change and the site’s management.

Resolution responding to the Presiding Judge of the Superior Court on the findings and recommendations contained in the 2021-2022 Civil Grand Jury Report, entitled “Buried Problems and a Buried Process: The Hunters Point Naval Shipyard in a Time of Climate Change;” and urging the Mayor to cause the implementation of accepted findings and recommendations through her department heads and through the development of the annual budget.

Budget & TaxesEnvironmentHonorary / Symbolic
By Connie Chan, Shamann Walton
12-0 /3
Hearing#220720
Sep 29, 2022

This legislation calls for a hearing to discuss a report from the Civil Grand Jury regarding issues at the Hunters Point Naval Shipyard in relation to climate change. It requires various agencies, including the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission and the Department of Public Health, to review the report's recommendations and provide feedback to the Board of Supervisors.

Hearing on the report released on June 1, 2022, by the Civil Grand Jury titled, “Buried Problems and a Buried Process - The Hunters Point Naval Shipyard in a Time of Climate Change,” for departments to review and report back to the Board of Supervisors on what each agency’s response to the recommendations are; and requesting San Francisco Public Utilities Commission, Department of Public Health, Environmental Protection Agency, Navy, and other related agencies to report.

Public HealthEnvironmentGovernance & Elections
By Connie Chan, Shamann Walton
5-0 /3
Resolution#220923
Sep 29, 2022

This resolution allows the Office of Contract Administration to increase the contract with Denali Water Solutions LLC by $10.2 million, raising the total contract amount to $18.8 million. It also extends the contract duration by four years, now running from October 1, 2019, to September 30, 2026, for the hauling of biosolids and grit from wastewater treatment plants.

Resolution authorizing the Office of Contract Administration to amend PeopleSoft Contract ID 1000015461 between the City and County of San Francisco and Denali Water Solutions LLC for the hauling of biosolids and grit from Public Utilities Commission’s Oceanside and Southeast wastewater treatment plants, increasing the contract amount by $10,200,000 for a total not to exceed amount of $18,800,000 and extending the contract end date by four years, with a contract duration of seven years for a total term of October 1, 2019, through September 30, 2026.

Budget & TaxesPublic HealthEnvironment
Passed
6-0
Resolution#220855
Sep 29, 2022

This resolution allows the Department of Public Works to use a $1,193,594 grant from the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection to run a tree nursery workforce development program at the South of Market Tree Nursery until March 30, 2026. It also confirms that the project complies with environmental regulations.

Resolution authorizing the Department of Public Works to accept and expend a grant in the amount of $1,193,594 from the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection Urban and Community Forestry Grant Program, entitled “Urban and Community Forest California Climate Investments Grant Program,” as provided through the California Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund, for a term beginning July 1, 2022, through March 30, 2026, to support the operation of a tree nursery workforce development program at the South of Market Tree Nursery; and affirming the California Department of Transportation’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
By Matt Dorsey
5-0
Resolution#220857
Sep 29, 2022

This resolution allows the Recreation and Park Department to accept and use a $1,384,000 grant for the 900 Innes Remediation Project, covering the period from June 30, 2022, to June 29, 2023. It also permits the department to make necessary adjustments to the grant terms without increasing the city's obligations.

Resolution retroactively authorizing the Recreation and Park Department to accept and expend a $1,384,000 grant from the California State Department of Toxic Substances Control for the 900 Innes Remediation Project; approving the Grant Terms and Conditions for the period of June 30, 2022, through June 29, 2023; and to authorize the Recreation and Park Department to enter into amendments or modifications to the Grant Terms and Conditions and to execute further agreements that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities of the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the Project or this Resolution.

Budget & TaxesPublic HealthEnvironment
By Shamann Walton
5-0
Resolution#220880
Sep 29, 2022

This resolution allows the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing to extend the lease for 55 units of Permanent Supportive Housing at 124 Turk Street for ten more years, starting from August 2023, at an annual base rent of $563,653.94, with annual increases. It also gives the Director of Property the authority to sign necessary documents and make modifications related to the lease extension.

Resolution authorizing the Director of Property, on behalf of the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing, to exercise the option to extend the term of the Lease of real property located at 124 Turk Street, with 124 Turk Street, L.P., for continued use of 55 units of Permanent Supportive Housing at a base rent of $563,653.94 per year with annual rent increases beginning August 2023, for a ten-year term commencing upon approval of this Resolution and expiring on July 31, 2032; and authorizing the Director of Property to execute documents, make certain modifications, and take certain actions in furtherance of the extended term under the Lease and this Resolution, as defined herein.

HousingTransportationEnvironment
Passed
5-0
Resolution#220898
Sep 29, 2022

This resolution approves the issuance of up to $49 million in revenue obligations to finance the construction and improvement of facilities for San Francisco University High School. It allows the California Enterprise Development Authority to manage the financing, which will support educational services in the area.

Resolution approving for purposes of Internal Revenue Code, Section 147(f), the Issuance and Sale of Revenue Obligations by the California Enterprise Development Authority, in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $49,000,000 to finance the cost of demolition, construction, installation, equipping and/or furnishing of educational and related facilities to be owned and operated by San Francisco University High School, a California nonprofit public benefit corporation, located at 3150 California Street.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
Passed
5-0
Resolution#220900
Sep 29, 2022

This resolution allows the Director of Property to update the lease for the San Francisco Wholesale Produce Market and to create additional parcel leases to secure funding for construction loans. It also confirms that these actions comply with environmental regulations and city planning policies.

Resolution approving and authorizing the Director of Property to amend and restate the current lease for the San Francisco Wholesale Produce Market, near 2095 Jerrold Avenue (generally bordering Highway 280 and Innes and Kirkwood Avenues, and Toland and Rankin Streets), with the San Francisco Market Corporation, including authorizing separate parcel leases as needed to provide real estate security in order to obtain one or more private construction loans; adopting findings pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act; adopting findings that the contemplated transactions are consistent with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of the Planning Code, Section 101.1; and authorizing the Director of Property to execute an amended and restated lease with the San Francisco Market Corporation (“Amended and Restated Lease”), make certain modifications, as defined herein, and take certain actions in furtherance of this Resolution and the Amended and Restated Lease, as defined herein.

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Shamann Walton
5-0
Resolution#220723
Sep 29, 2022

This resolution addresses the findings from a report on improving safety and accessibility in parks. It urges the Mayor to implement the report's recommendations through her department heads and the annual budget process.

Resolution responding to the Presiding Judge of the Superior Court on the findings and recommendations contained in the 2021-2022 Civil Grand Jury Report, entitled “Safe and Accessible Parks for All;” and urging the Mayor to cause the implementation of accepted findings and recommendations through her department heads and through the development of the annual budget.

Budget & TaxesEnvironmentHonorary / Symbolic
Passed
9-0 /2
Resolution#220799
Sep 29, 2022

This resolution allows Park Intermediate Holdings LLC to extend the time limit for filing a lawsuit against San Francisco regarding a refund of real property transfer tax related to the Hyatt Centric Hotel. The goal is to potentially resolve the issue without going to court.

Resolution approving a Tolling Agreement to extend the statute of limitations for Park Intermediate Holdings LLC for the Hyatt Centric Hotel to bring potential litigation against the City and County of San Francisco for a refund of real property transfer tax to allow for possible resolution of the matter without litigation.

HousingBudget & TaxesEnvironment
Passed
7-0 /1
Resolution#220955
Sep 29, 2022

This resolution encourages the Interdepartmental Staff Committee on Traffic and Transportation to approve a plan that would permit the How Weird Street Faire to charge an admission fee. It has already been passed by the city.

Resolution urging the Interdepartmental Staff Committee on Traffic and Transportation to approve a proposed plan to allow the How Weird Street Faire to charge an admission fee.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
By Matt Dorsey
5-0
Resolution#220958
Sep 29, 2022

This resolution urges the Recreation and Parks Department to create and put up signs at Sharp Park that recognize its history as a concentration camp, in collaboration with the Japanese American community. The goal is to educate visitors about this significant and troubling part of history.

Resolution urging the Recreation and Parks Department to develop and install appropriate interpretive signage onsite at Sharp Park, acknowledging and setting forth the site’s dark chapter in San Francisco and American history as a concentration camp, in consultation with the Japanese American Community.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
By Connie Chan, Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman
10-0
Ordinance#220875
Sep 28, 2022

This ordinance restricts private vehicles on the Upper Great Highway between Lincoln Way and Sloat Boulevard during weekends and holidays as a pilot program until December 31, 2025. It also includes findings related to vehicle code compliance and environmental impact assessments.

Ordinance amending the Park Code to restrict private vehicles on the Upper Great Highway between Lincoln Way and Sloat Boulevard, on a pilot basis, on weekends and holidays until December 31, 2025; making associated findings under the California Vehicle Code; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Matt Dorsey, Rafael Mandelman
11-6
Hearing#221015
Sep 27, 2022

This legislation calls for a hearing to explore current and future secured bike parking options in SFMTA garages and transit stations. It requests reports from various transportation agencies, including BART and Cal Train, on the matter.

Hearing to discuss existing and future options for secured bike parking in San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) parking garages and transit stations, including but not limited to BART, Cal Train and interagency terminals; and requesting SFMTA, BART, Cal Train, Transbay Joint Powers Authority, and the San Francisco County Transportation Authority to report.

TransportationEnvironment
By Matt Dorsey
2-0
Ordinance#221018
Sep 27, 2022

This ordinance accepts public infrastructure and property from the 5M Project for public use, including streets and sidewalks, and establishes official widths for these areas. It also allows the City to maintain this infrastructure and ensures compliance with environmental and planning regulations.

Ordinance accepting irrevocable offers of public infrastructure and real property associated (“Public Infrastructure”) with the 5M Project, a mixed use development located generally between Mission, Fifth, and Howard Streets, including the improvements described and depicted in Public Works Permit Nos. 18IE-0725 (“Phase 1”) and 18IE-0726 (“Phase 2”) and subsequent Instructional Bulletins; declaring City property and additional property as shown on official Public Works maps as open public right-of-way; dedicating the Phase 1 and Phase 2 Public Infrastructure to public use; designating said Public Infrastructure for street and roadway purposes; accepting the Phase 1 and Phase 2 Public Infrastructure for City maintenance and liability purposes, subject to specified limitations; accepting a Public Works Order recommending various actions in regard to the public infrastructure improvements; establishing official public right-of-way widths; amending Ordinance No. 1061, entitled “Regulating the Width of Sidewalks,” to establish official sidewalk widths on the abovementioned street areas; authorizing official acts, as defined herein, in connection with this Ordinance; 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.

TransportationEnvironmentHonorary / Symbolic
By Matt Dorsey
11-0
Resolution#220990
Sep 27, 2022

This resolution allows designated officials from the Department of Public Health to enter into agreements and manage cleanup efforts at sites contaminated with hazardous waste. It is in accordance with California health and safety laws.

Resolution authorizing the County Health Officer, the Department of Public Health’s Director of Environmental Health Branch, or their respective designees, to enter into remedial action agreements and oversee remedial investigations and remedial actions at hazardous waste release sites, pursuant to California Health and Safety Code, Section 101480.

Public HealthEnvironment
Passed
6-0
Ordinance#220041
Sep 27, 2022

This ordinance removes the Industrial Protection Zone Special Use District, allowing larger social service or philanthropic facilities and self-storage units in certain areas. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations and city planning policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code and Zoning Map to eliminate the Industrial Protection Zone Special Use District, and allow Social Service or Philanthropic Facilities Uses greater than 5,000 gross square feet subject to a conditional use authorization in PDR-2 districts; allowing Self Storage in PDR-2 Districts, subject to certain conditions; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and making findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare pursuant to Planning Code, Section 302.

Budget & TaxesEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Shamann Walton
13-0
Ordinance#220813
Sep 27, 2022

This ordinance designates the cork oak tree at the intersection of 20th Street and Noe Street as a landmark tree, recognizing its significance. It also outlines the necessary actions to support this designation under the Public Works Code.

Ordinance designating the cork oak (Quercus suber) tree located at the public right-of-way on 20th Street at Noe Street as a landmark tree pursuant to the Public Works Code; making findings supporting the designation; and directing official acts in furtherance of the designation.

TransportationEnvironmentHonorary / Symbolic
By Rafael Mandelman
11-0
Resolution#220888
Sep 27, 2022

The resolution designates specific locations in the Leather & LGBTQ Cultural District as commemorative sites to honor the history and contributions of the leather and LGBTQ community. It also initiates the process to install commemorative plaques on sidewalks to mark the Leather History Cruise, pending necessary approvals.

Resolution designating various locations within and near the LEATHER & LGBTQ Cultural District in the area bounded by Brannan Street, Third Street, Mission Street, 12th Street, and Division Street as commemorative sites in recognition and honor of the extensive history and contributions of the leather and LGBTQ community in the South of Market area; initiating the process set forth in Public Works Code, Sections 789 et seq., to facilitate the installation of commemorative plaques on the sidewalks near these locations to delineate the Leather History Cruise, subject to the submittal of all required application materials and the review and approval of the same by Public Works and the City Engineer.

TransportationEnvironmentSocial Services & Equity
By Matt Dorsey, Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman
6-0
Resolution#220726
Sep 27, 2022

This resolution allows Save Mart Supermarkets to transfer a beer and wine liquor license for their location at 3801-3rd Street. It also requests that the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control set specific conditions for the license to ensure it benefits the community.

Resolution determining that the person-to-person, premise-to-premise transfer of a Type-20 off-sale beer and wine liquor license to Save Mart Supermarkets LLC, doing business as Save Mart, located at 3801-3rd Street (District 10), will serve the public convenience or necessity of the City and County of San Francisco; and requesting that the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control impose conditions on the issuance of the license.

TransportationEnvironmentBusiness & Economy
Passed
7-0
Ordinance#220643
Sep 27, 2022

This ordinance establishes the Tenderloin Neon Special Sign District, allowing for specific zoning controls on neon signs in that area. It also updates the zoning map and confirms compliance with environmental and planning regulations.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to create the Tenderloin Neon Special Sign District within the North of Market Residential Special Use District; enacting zoning controls for neon signs within the Special Sign District; amending Sheet SS01 of the Zoning Map to show the Tenderloin Neon Special Sign 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 public necessity, convenience, and welfare findings pursuant to Planning Code, Section 302.

HousingEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Myrna Melgar
13-0
Ordinance#220654
Sep 27, 2022

The ordinance designates the City Cemetery in Lincoln Park as a Landmark, which provides it with special recognition and protection under the Planning Code. It also affirms that the designation complies with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's General Plan and priority policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to designate City Cemetery, the majority of Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 1313, Lot No. 029, located in Lincoln Park on the north side of Clement Street, to the east of the San Francisco Veteran Affairs Medical Center (formerly the Fort Miley Military Reservation), to the east and south of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, and to the west of Assessor’s Parcel Block Nos. 1312, 1392, and 1401, as a Landmark consistent with the standards set forth in Article 10 of the Planning Code; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and making public necessity, convenience, and welfare findings under Planning Code, Section 302, and findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.

EnvironmentLand Use & PlanningHonorary / Symbolic
By Connie Chan, Myrna Melgar
17-0
Ordinance#220736
Sep 27, 2022

The ordinance allows for the conditional closure of certain streets and public utility easements in the Parkmerced Development area while ensuring that specific easement rights are maintained for the city and utility companies. It also confirms that these changes comply with environmental regulations and city planning policies.

Ordinance ordering the conditional vacation of portions of Higuera Avenue, Vidal Drive, Arballo Drive, and Garces Drive (the “Street Vacation Area”), and certain San Francisco Public Utilities Commission public service easements (the “Easement Vacation Area”), all within the Parkmerced Development Project area, an approximately 152-acre site located in the Lake Merced District in the southwest corner of San Francisco and generally bounded by Vidal Drive, Font Boulevard, Pinto Avenue, and Serrano Drive to the north, 19th Avenue and Junipero Serra Boulevard to the east, Brotherhood Way to the south, and Lake Merced Boulevard to the west; reserving various easement rights in favor of the City and third-party utilities, subject to specified conditions; adopting findings under the California Environmental Quality Act; adopting findings that the vacations are consistent with the Parkmerced Development Agreement, the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and authorizing actions by City officials in furtherance of this Ordinance, as specified herein.

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
Passed
11-0
Resolution#220791
Sep 27, 2022

This resolution allows the General Manager of the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission to extend and increase funding for a contract related to the Southeast Plant Biosolids Digester Facilities by $55 million, bringing the total to $208.5 million. It also extends the contract duration by three and a half years, now lasting until July 28, 2029.

Resolution authorizing the General Manager of the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission to execute Amendment No. 2 to Wastewater Enterprise Contract No. CS-235, Planning and Engineering Services, Southeast Plant (SEP) Biosolids Digester Facilities, with Brown and Caldwell, to increase the contract amount by $55,000,000 for a total not to exceed amount of $208,500,000 and increase the contract duration by three years and six months, for a total duration of 16 years from July 29, 2013, through July 28, 2029, pursuant to Charter, Section 9.118.

Budget & TaxesEnvironmentGovernance & Elections
Passed
7-0
Resolution#220514
Sep 27, 2022

This resolution allows the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency to establish parking rates at the Golden Gate Park Concourse Garage and Kezar Parking Lot. It also permits the Recreation and Park Department to modify its lease to cover three hours of free parking for participants in specific museum programs.

Resolution authorizing the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency to begin setting rates for parking at the Golden Gate Park Concourse Garage and Kezar Parking Lot, pursuant to Park Code, Section 6.14; and authorizing the Recreation and Park Department to amend its lease agreement with the Music Concourse Community Partnership to allow the Recreation and Park Department to pay for three hours of free parking on behalf of participants using the Museums for All and Discover and Go programs at the California Academy of Sciences and the de Young Museum.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
By Rafael Mandelman
6-0
Resolution#220753
Sep 27, 2022

This resolution allows True Sake, LLC at 556 Hayes Street to obtain a Type-20 off-sale beer and wine liquor license and a Type-86 instructional tasting license, determining it benefits the public. It also requests that the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control set specific conditions for the license issuance.

Resolution determining that the transfer of a Type-20 off-sale beer and wine liquor license, with the additional issuance of a Type-86 instructional tasting license, to True Sake, LLC, located at 556 Hayes Street (District 5), will serve the public convenience or necessity of the City and County of San Francisco; and requesting that the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control impose conditions on the issuance of the license.

TransportationEnvironmentBusiness & Economy
Passed
6-0 /1
Resolution#220754
Sep 27, 2022

This resolution approves the transfer of a beer and wine liquor license to a 7-Eleven store at 221 Sansome Street, determining it will benefit the public. It also requests that the state impose specific conditions on the license's issuance.

Resolution determining that the transfer of a Type-20 off-sale beer and wine liquor license to Mal & S Corporation and 7-Eleven, Inc., doing business as 7-Eleven, located at 221 Sansome Street (District 3), will serve the public convenience or necessity of the City and County of San Francisco; and requesting that the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control impose conditions on the issuance of the license.

TransportationEnvironmentBusiness & Economy
Passed
5-0 /2
Resolution#220793
Sep 27, 2022

This resolution allows Project 1972, Inc. to transfer a liquor license for their establishment, Chief S.F., located at 735 Montgomery Street. It has been determined that this transfer will benefit the public in San Francisco.

Resolution determining that the premise-to-premise/person-to-person transfer, also known as a “Double Transfer,” for a Type-57 special on-sale general beer, wine, and distilled spirits liquor license, converted from a Type-47 on-sale general for bona find eating place liquor license, to Project 1972, Inc., to do business as Chief S.F. located at 735 Montgomery Street (District 3), will serve the public convenience or necessity of the City and County of San Francisco, in accordance with California Business and Professions Code, Section 23958.4.

TransportationEnvironmentBusiness & Economy
Passed
6-0 /1
Ordinance#221021
Sep 27, 2022

This ordinance allows housing projects to receive a density bonus if they agree to limit rent increases for new units, while also updating zoning rules for these projects. It includes necessary amendments to the Administrative Code and confirms compliance with environmental and planning regulations.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to allow projects to qualify for a density bonus under the Housing Opportunities Mean Equity (HOME-SF) Program by agreeing to subject new dwelling units to the rent increase limitations of the Rent Ordinance; modifying the zoning changes available to HOME-SF projects; making conforming amendments in the Administrative Code; 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
15-0
Ordinance#221023
Sep 27, 2022

This ordinance allows for the replacement of a large grocery store in the Polk Street area, specifically one that exceeds 4,000 square feet, while ensuring it aligns with city planning goals and environmental regulations. It also confirms that this change is necessary for the community's convenience and welfare.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to authorize replacement of a Legacy General Grocery use with a subsequent General Grocery use in excess of 4,000 square feet in the Polk Street Neighborhood Commercial 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 making findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare pursuant to Planning Code, Section 302.

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
Passed
7-0
Resolution#220992
Sep 27, 2022

This resolution approves the acquisition of 65 avigation easements from property owners in San Mateo County for the San Francisco International Airport's Noise Insulation Program. It also states that the project is exempt from environmental review and aligns with the city's General Plan and planning policies.

Resolution approving the acquisition of 65 Avigation Easements from various property owners in San Mateo County required for the San Francisco International Airport's Noise Insulation Program (Project); adopting findings that the Project is categorically exempt from environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act, Class 1: Existing Facilities; adopting findings that the acquisition is consistent with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and authorizing the Director of Property to execute documents, make certain modifications, and take certain actions in furtherance of this Resolution, as defined herein.

EnvironmentLand Use & PlanningHonorary / Symbolic
Filed
no vote
Resolution#220727
Sep 26, 2022

This resolution allows Chez Brando LLC to obtain a liquor license for selling beer and wine at their location on Filbert Street, as it is deemed beneficial for the community. It also requests that the state impose specific conditions on the license to ensure responsible service.

Resolution determining that the issuance of a Type-42 on-sale beer and wine public premises liquor license to Chez Brando LLC, doing business Chez Brando, located at 775 Filbert Street (District 3), will serve the public convenience or necessity of the City and County of San Francisco, in accordance with California Business and Professions Code, Section 23958.4; and requesting that the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control impose conditions on the issuance of the license.

TransportationEnvironmentBusiness & Economy
Passed
7-0
Resolution#220897
Sep 22, 2022

This resolution allows the California Enterprise Development Authority to issue up to $10 million in revenue obligations to fund construction and improvements for The Urban School of San Francisco. It is a financial measure to support educational facilities operated by the nonprofit organization.

Resolution approving for purposes of Internal Revenue Code, Section 147(f), the Issuance and Sale of Revenue Obligations by the California Enterprise Development Authority, in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $10,000,000 to finance and/or reimburse the cost of construction, installation, rehabilitation, equipping and/or furnishing of educational and related facilities owned and operated by, or leased and operated by The Urban School of San Francisco, a California nonprofit public benefit corporation, located at 1530 Page Street.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
Passed
5-0
Resolution#220784
Sep 22, 2022

This resolution renews and expands the Tourism Improvement District, allowing for the collection of assessments from hotels and short-term rentals for 15 years starting January 1, 2024. It also approves changes to the district management plan and includes environmental findings.

Resolution to establish (renew and expand) the business-based business improvement district known as the “Tourism Improvement District;” ordering the levy and collection of assessments against defined hotel and short-term residential rental businesses located in that district for 15 years commencing January 1, 2024, subject to conditions as specified; approving modifications to the district management plan; and making environmental findings.

HousingEnvironmentBusiness & Economy
By Matt Dorsey
10-0
Ordinance#220757
Sep 22, 2022

The ordinance designates the Mother’s Building at the San Francisco Zoo as a historic Landmark, ensuring its preservation under city planning standards. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's General Plan and priority policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to designate Mother’s Building, situated within San Francisco Zoological Gardens, 1 Zoo Road, southeast of Great Highway and Sloat Boulevard, in Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 7281, Lot No. 006, as a Landmark consistent with the standards set forth in Article 10 of the Planning Code; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and making public necessity, convenience, and welfare findings under Planning Code, Section 302, and findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Connie Chan, Myrna Melgar
11-0
Ordinance#220504
Sep 22, 2022

This ordinance designates the California buckeye tree at 2694 McAllister Street as a landmark tree, which means it is recognized for its significance and protected under city regulations. It also outlines the necessary actions to support this designation.

Ordinance designating the California buckeye (Aesculus californica) tree located at 2694 McAllister Street as a landmark tree pursuant to the Public Works Code; making findings supporting the designation; and directing official acts in furtherance of the landmark tree designation, as defined herein.

TransportationEnvironmentHonorary / Symbolic
By Connie Chan
11-0
Ordinance#220543
Sep 22, 2022

This ordinance allows for the closure of a section of Michigan Street to improve the MUNI Metro East maintenance facility, pending approval from the SFMTA Board of Directors. It also transfers the vacated area from Public Works to SFMTA and confirms that the actions comply with environmental and planning regulations.

Ordinance ordering the summary street vacation of a portion of Michigan Street, generally bounded by Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 4298 to the north and west, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 4310 to the east, and Cesar Chavez Street to the south, conditioned upon the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (“SFMTA”) Board of Directors’ approval of the interdepartmental transfer of the vacation area to SFMTA, to facilitate the improvement of the MUNI Metro East maintenance facility; approving the interdepartmental transfer of the vacation area from Public Works to SFMTA, subject to the approval of the SFMTA Board of Directors; 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 furtherance of this Ordinance, as defined herein.

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Shamann Walton
11-0
Resolution#220771
Sep 22, 2022

This resolution designates the 600 block of Frederick Street as "Polytechnic Way" to honor San Francisco's first public high school, which served the community from 1894 to 1972. The street name change acknowledges the school's significant impact on local education.

Resolution adding the commemorative street name “Polytechnic Way” to the 600 block of Frederick Street in recognition of San Francisco’s first public high school and its contribution to the education of thousands of San Franciscans from 1894 to 1972.

TransportationEnvironmentSocial Services & Equity
By Rafael Mandelman
6-0
Ordinance#220450
Sep 22, 2022

This ordinance vacates certain streets and utility easements to allow for the development of the 900 Innes Avenue Park and the India Basin Mixed-Use Project. It also transfers the vacated areas from Public Works to the Recreation and Park Department and includes necessary environmental and planning findings.

Ordinance 1) ordering the street vacation of a portion of Griffith Street and a portion of Hudson Avenue, generally bounded by Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 4629A, Lot No. 010, a portion of Hudson Avenue at Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 4646, Lot Nos. 001, 002, and 003, a portion of Innes Avenue and a portion of Griffith Street at Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 4645, Lot No. 010, a portion of Hudson Avenue at Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 4630, Lot No. 002, and a portion of Galvez Avenue (“the Street Vacation Area”), to facilitate the development of the 900 Innes Avenue (India Basin) Park Development; 2) ordering the vacation of unaccepted ten-foot public utility easements affecting portions of Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 4607, Lot Nos. 024 and 025; Block 4620, Lot Nos. 001 and 002 (Lot No. 002 more recently referred to by the City as Lot Nos. 004 and 005); Block No. 4621, Lot No. 100; Block No. 4606, Lot No. 026; Block No. 4631, Lot Nos. 001 and 002; and Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 4644, Lot Nos. 009 and 010, to facilitate the development of the India Basin Mixed-Use Project; 3) approving the interdepartmental transfer of the Street Vacation Area from Public Works to the Recreation and Park Department; 4) authorizing official acts in connection with 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.

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Shamann Walton
11-0
Ordinance#220940
Sep 21, 2022

This ordinance repeals the 2019 Building Code and replaces it with the 2022 Building Code, which includes updates from the 2022 California Building Code and Residential Code, tailored for San Francisco. It will take effect on January 1, 2023, and the Clerk will send it to the California Building Standards Commission as required.

Ordinance repealing the 2019 Building Code in its entirety and enacting a 2022 Building Code consisting of the 2022 California Building Code and the 2022 California Residential Code, as amended by San Francisco; adopting environmental findings and findings of local conditions under the California Health and Safety Code; providing for an operative date of January 1, 2023; and directing the Clerk of the Board to forward the Ordinance to the California Building Standards Commission, as required by State law.

HousingPublic HealthEnvironment
Passed
11-0
Ordinance#220941
Sep 21, 2022

This ordinance repeals the 2019 Existing Building Code and replaces it with the 2022 Existing Building Code, which includes local amendments. It will take effect on January 1, 2023, and must be submitted to the California Building Standards Commission as required by state law.

Ordinance repealing the 2019 Existing Building Code in its entirety and enacting a 2022 Existing Building Code consisting of the 2022 California Existing Building Code, as amended by San Francisco; adopting environmental findings and findings of local conditions under the California Health and Safety Code; providing for an operative date of January 1, 2023; and directing the Clerk of the Board to forward the Ordinance to the California Building Standards Commission, as required by State law.

Public HealthEnvironmentGovernance & Elections
Passed
11-0
Ordinance#220942
Sep 21, 2022

The ordinance repeals the 2019 Green Building Code and replaces it with the 2022 Green Building Code, which incorporates the updated California Green Building Standards Code as modified for San Francisco. It will take effect on January 1, 2023, and the Clerk of the Board will send it to the California Building Standards Commission as required.

Ordinance repealing the 2019 Green Building Code in its entirety and enacting a 2022 Green Building Code consisting of the 2022 California Green Building Standards Code, as amended by San Francisco; adopting environmental findings and findings of local conditions under the California Health and Safety Code; providing for an operative date of January 1, 2023; and directing the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors to forward the Ordinance to the California Building Standards Commission, as required by State law.

Public HealthEnvironmentGovernance & Elections
Passed
11-0
Ordinance#220943
Sep 21, 2022

This ordinance repeals the 2019 Mechanical Code and replaces it with the 2022 Mechanical Code, which includes amendments specific to San Francisco. It will take effect on January 1, 2023, and the Clerk will send it to the California Building Standards Commission as required by law.

Ordinance repealing the 2019 Mechanical Code in its entirety and enacting a 2022 Mechanical Code consisting of the 2022 California Mechanical Code, as amended by San Francisco; adopting environmental findings and findings of local conditions under the California Health and Safety Code; providing an operative date of January 1, 2023; and directing the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors to forward the Ordinance to the California Building Standards Commission, as required by State law.

Public HealthEnvironmentGovernance & Elections
Passed
11-0
Ordinance#220944
Sep 21, 2022

This ordinance repeals the 2019 Electrical Code and replaces it with the 2022 Electrical Code, which includes amendments specific to San Francisco. It will take effect on January 1, 2023, and must be submitted to the California Building Standards Commission as per state law.

Ordinance repealing the 2019 Electrical Code in its entirety and enacting a 2022 Electrical Code consisting of the 2022 California Electrical Code, as amended by San Francisco; adopting environmental findings and findings of local conditions under the California Health and Safety Code; providing an operative date of January 1, 2023; and directing the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors to forward the Ordinance to the California Building Standards Commission, as required by State law.

Public HealthEnvironmentGovernance & Elections
Passed
11-0
Ordinance#220945
Sep 21, 2022

This ordinance repeals the 2019 Plumbing Code and replaces it with the 2022 Plumbing Code, which includes amendments specific to San Francisco. It will take effect on January 1, 2023, and must be submitted to the California Building Standards Commission as required by state law.

Ordinance repealing the 2019 Plumbing Code in its entirety and enacting a 2022 Plumbing Code consisting of the 2022 California Plumbing Code, as amended by San Francisco; adopting environmental findings and findings of local conditions under the California Health and Safety Code; providing an operative date of January 1, 2023; and directing the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors to forward the Ordinance to the California Building Standards Commission, as required by State law.

Public HealthEnvironmentGovernance & Elections
Passed
11-0
Hearing#220980
Sep 21, 2022

This hearing will review the findings from waste audits and assess how well the Large Refuse Generator program is working, as set up by a previous ordinance. The Department of Environment and City Administrator will be asked to provide a report on these matters.

Hearing to consider results of waste audits and the implementation of the Large Refuse Generator program established by Ordinance No. 300-18; and requesting the Department of Environment and City Administrator to report.

Environment
Filed
1-0
Ordinance#220854
Sep 20, 2022

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

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

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Matt Dorsey
10-0
Motion#221011
Sep 20, 2022

This motion directs the Clerk of the Board to start a process for proposals to form a group that will look into options for resident ownership or control at Midtown Park Apartments. The goal is to explore ways for residents to have a say in managing their housing.

Motion directing the Clerk of the Board to initiate a Request for Proposal process to facilitate the creation of a working group to explore resident ownership or resident control at Midtown Park Apartments in the Western Addition.

Environment
Filed
4-0
Resolution#221006
Sep 20, 2022

This resolution allows the Recreation and Park Department to accept and use up to $1.9 million in grant funding for improvements to the Twin Peaks Promenade and Trails from July 1, 2020, to June 30, 2025. It also requires the department to maintain the project until June 30, 2050, and gives the General Manager the authority to make minor changes to the grant contract as needed.

Resolution retroactively authorizing the Recreation and Park Department (RPD) to accept and expend grant funding in the amount up to $1,900,000 from the California Department of Parks and Recreation for the Twin Peaks Promenade and Trails Improvement Project for the term of July 1, 2020, through June 30, 2025; approving the grant contract which requires the Recreation and Park Department to maintain the project for the duration of the Contract Performance Period from July 1, 2020, through June 30, 2050, pursuant to Charter, Section 9.118(b); and authorizing the Recreation and Park Department General Manager to enter into modifications and amendments to the grant contract that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the project or this Resolution.

Budget & TaxesEnvironment
By Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman
6-0
Resolution#220925
Sep 20, 2022

This resolution officially ends the Mills Act historical property contract for 621 Waller Street, owned by Claude and Renee Zellweger. It directs the Planning Director to notify the owners and the Assessor-Recorder’s Office about this non-renewal.

Resolution regarding non-renewal of a Mills Act historical property contract with Claude Zellweger and Renee Zellweger, the owners of 621 Waller Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0864, Lot No. 023, under Chapter 71 of the San Francisco Administrative Code; notifying the Assessor-Recorder’s Office of such non-renewal; and authorizing the Planning Director to send notice of the non-renewal of the historical property contract to the owner and record a notice of non-renewal.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
By Rafael Mandelman
7-0
Hearing#220735
Sep 20, 2022

The legislation orders the conditional vacation of certain streets and public service easements in the Parkmerced Development area, allowing for development while reserving rights for the City and utility companies. It also includes environmental findings and confirms consistency with existing planning agreements and policies.

Hearing of the Board of Supervisors sitting as a Committee of the Whole on September 20, 2022, at 3:00 p.m., to consider an Ordinance ordering the conditional vacation of portions of Higuera Avenue, Vidal Drive, Arballo Drive, and Garces Drive (the “Street Vacation Area”), and certain San Francisco Public Utilities Commission public service easements (the “Easement Vacation Area”), all within the Parkmerced Development Project area, an approximately 152-acre site located in the Lake Merced District in the southwest corner of San Francisco and generally bounded by Vidal Drive, Font Boulevard, Pinto Avenue, and Serrano Drive to the north, 19th Avenue and Junipero Serra Boulevard to the east, Brotherhood Way to the south, and Lake Merced Boulevard to the west; reserving various easement rights in favor of the City and third-party utilities, subject to specified conditions; adopting findings under the California Environmental Quality Act; adopting findings that the vacations are consistent with the Parkmerced Development Agreement, the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and authorizing actions by City officials in furtherance of this Ordinance; scheduled pursuant to Resolution No. 352-22 (File No. 220734), adopted on July 26, 2022.

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
Filed
no vote
Ordinance#210866
Sep 19, 2022

This ordinance allows for up to four dwelling units per lot, and up to six on corner lots, in residential zoning areas, with specific requirements like replacing protected units. It also ensures that new units built under this exception follow rent increase limits and allows for condominium conversion applications that include both existing and new units.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to provide a density limit exception to permit up to four dwelling units per lot, and up to six dwelling units per lot in Corner Lots, in all RH (Residential, House) zoning districts, subject to certain requirements, including among others the replacement of protected units; amending the Administrative Code to require new dwelling units constructed pursuant to the density limit exception to be subject to the rent increase limitations of the Rent Ordinance; amending the Subdivision Code to authorize a subdivider that is constructing new dwelling units pursuant to the density exception to submit an application for condominium conversion or a condominium map that includes the existing dwelling units and the new dwelling units that constitute the project; 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, Rafael Mandelman
22-3
Ordinance#220914
Sep 19, 2022

The ordinance aimed to update the General Plan to support the development of the Transbay Block 4 project by changing height limits and bicycle policies. It has failed to pass.

Ordinance amending the General Plan, to revise the Transit Center District Plan, a Sub-Area Plan of the Downtown Plan, to facilitate development of the Transbay Block 4 Redevelopment Project by revising height limits and bicycle network policy; adopting findings under the California Environmental Quality Act; making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and making public necessity, convenience, and general welfare findings under Planning Code, Section 340.

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
Failed
2-5
Hearing#220560
Sep 19, 2022

This legislation aims to improve pedestrian access to public transit by removing parking at bus stops and making necessary infrastructure upgrades. A hearing will be held to discuss the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency's plan and request a report on its implementation.

Hearing to discuss San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency's (SFMTA) Report to develop and implement a plan to promote unobstructed pedestrian access for boarding public transit by eliminating parking in bus stops and making other necessary infrastructure improvements; and requesting the SFMTA to report.

TransportationEnvironment
Filed
2-0
Ordinance#220836
Sep 19, 2022

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

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

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Matt Dorsey, Rafael Mandelman
2-0
Resolution#220858
Sep 19, 2022

This resolution approves the sale and lease of land rights at 200 Main Street for $6 million to F4 Transbay Partners LLC and Transbay Block 4 Housing Partnership, L.P. It also includes findings related to redevelopment plans, environmental quality, and consistency with city planning policies.

Resolution approving the disposition of land, and entrance into a ground lease of certain air space rights, by the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City and County of San Francisco to F4 Transbay Partners LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, and Transbay Block 4 Housing Partnership, L.P., a California limited partnership, for a purchase price of $6,000,000 for the property generally located at 200 Main Street, bounded by Howard, Main and Beale Streets and extending approximately 205 feet southeast from Howard Street (Assessor's Parcel Block No. 3739, Lot Nos. 010 and 011), commonly known as Transbay Block 4; making findings under the Transbay Redevelopment Plan (incorporating California Health and Safety Code, Section 33433); making 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.

HousingEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Matt Dorsey
2-0
Ordinance#220997
Sep 19, 2022

This ordinance proposes to change the zoning of most one-family residential areas to allow for two-family homes, while creating a new category for detached two-family homes. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's planning goals and policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to rezone all Residential, One Family (RH-1) zoning districts, except for Residential. One Family, Detached (RH-1(D)) districts, to Residential, Two Family (RH-2) zoning districts; to rezone the RH-1(D) districts to a new class of residential district called Residential, Two Family, Detached (RH-2(D)) districts; 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, Rafael Mandelman
3-0
Ordinance#220036
Sep 16, 2022

This ordinance allows for the establishment of electric vehicle charging stations as a recognized use in the city’s planning code, simplifying the process for converting existing automotive service stations and other automotive uses into charging locations. It also mandates annual reporting on the approvals of these projects by the Planning Department.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to create Electric Vehicle Charging Location and Fleet Charging as Automotive Uses, allow conversion of Automotive Service Stations to Electric Vehicle Charging Locations without Conditional Use authorization and principally permit conversion of other Automotive Uses to Electric Vehicle Charging Locations, revise zoning control tables to reflect these changes, and require annual reporting by the Planning Department regarding Electric Vehicle Charging Location and Fleet Charging project approvals; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1, and findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare under Planning Code, Section 302.

EnvironmentBusiness & EconomyLand Use & Planning
By Matt Dorsey, Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman
15-0
Ordinance#220130
Sep 16, 2022

This ordinance allows Verified Tenants' signatures to count towards the number needed to appeal a Conditional Use authorization and clarifies the timelines for such appeals. It also affirms the Planning Department's environmental assessment and includes findings related to public convenience and necessity.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to allow the signatures of Verified Tenants to count towards the threshold needed to permit an appeal of a Conditional Use authorization; clarifying timelines applicable to appeals of Conditional Use authorizations; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and making findings of public convenience, necessity, and welfare under Planning Code, Section 302.

HousingEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Connie Chan, Myrna Melgar, Shamann Walton
12-0
Resolution#220769
Sep 16, 2022

This resolution adopts a strategy report aimed at promoting cultural heritage, history, housing, and economic sustainability in the SOMA Pilipinas - Filipino Cultural Heritage District. It seeks to support the community's growth and preservation of its cultural identity.

Resolution adopting the SOMA Pilipinas - Filipino Cultural Heritage District’s Cultural, History, Housing, and Economic Sustainability Strategy Report (CHHESS).

HousingEnvironmentBusiness & Economy
By Connie Chan, Matt Dorsey, Myrna Melgar
7-0
Hearing#220722
Sep 15, 2022

This hearing will discuss the findings and recommendations from the 2021-2022 Civil Grand Jury Report focused on improving safety and accessibility in San Francisco's parks. It aims to address issues and enhance the overall experience for park users.

Hearing on the 2021-2022 Civil Grand Jury Report, entitled "Safe and Accessible Parks for All."

Environment
Filed
2-0 /1
Hearing#220961
Sep 14, 2022

This legislation is a hearing to evaluate traffic enforcement and street safety in San Francisco. It requests reports from the Police Department and the Municipal Transportation Agency on these issues.

Hearing on the state of traffic enforcement and street safety in San Francisco; and requesting the Police Department and Municipal Transportation Agency to report.

Public SafetyTransportationEnvironment
By Stephen Sherrill, Danny Sauter, Rafael Mandelman
8-0 /1
Resolution#220974
Sep 13, 2022

This resolution approves an increase of about $33.2 million to the contract with TEGSCO, LLC for towing, storing, and disposing of abandoned and illegally parked vehicles. The total contract amount will now be capped at $121.4 million, covering services through March 2025.

Resolution approving the seventh amendment to the contract between the Municipal Transportation Agency and TEGSCO, LLC, for services related to the towing, storage, and disposal of abandoned and illegally parked vehicles, to increase the contract amount by approximately $33,200,000 for a total contract amount not to exceed $121,400,000 for the balance of the second year and through March 2025, effective upon approval of this Resolution.

TransportationBudget & TaxesEnvironment
Passed
7-0
Resolution#220957
Sep 13, 2022

This resolution allows Parking Control Officers to issue fines for safety violations related to powered scooters, such as riding on sidewalks and double-riding. It also requires scooter share companies to stop operations for scooters that do not have city-approved technology to prevent sidewalk riding.

Resolution urging the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) to empower Parking Control Officers to issue administrative citations for powered scooter safety violations, including but not limited to double-riding, riding on sidewalks, and all parking violations; and immediately modify all permits to Powered Scooter Share companies to mandate an immediate cease of operations for devices not equipped with city-approved anti-sidewalk riding technology available citywide.

TransportationEnvironmentBusiness & Economy
By Connie Chan, Matt Dorsey, Myrna Melgar
7-0
Hearing#220962
Sep 13, 2022

This legislation calls for a hearing to gather scientific information and discuss actions to reduce nitrogen and phosphorus pollution in the San Francisco Bay, which can lead to harmful red algae blooms. It also requests reports from various local agencies on infrastructure improvements and other measures to protect marine life and public health.

Hearing to receive the best science and proactive steps to address and mitigate the impacts of nitrogen and phosphorus loading in the San Francisco Bay, red algae blooms, and additional steps that the City and County of San Francisco can take to prevent unhealthy and potentially fatal conditions for marine wildlife and human contact, including but not limited to infrastructure investments in waste water treatment; and requesting the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission, San Francisco Bay Regional Water Quality Control Board, Bay Area Clean Water Agency, Bay Conservation and Development Commission, and San Francisco Estuary Institute to report.

Public HealthEnvironmentGovernance & Elections
Filed
1-0
Hearing#220963
Sep 13, 2022

This legislation allows the Mayor to discuss specific topics related to public transit and homelessness, as raised by Supervisors from Districts 5 and 8. The Mayor will have a limited time to speak and respond to questions during the hearing.

Pursuant to Charter, Sections 2.103 and 3.100(7), and Administrative Code, Section 2.11, the Mayor shall discuss the following eligible topics submitted from the Supervisors representing Districts 5 and 8. The Mayor may address the Board initially for up to five minutes. Discussion shall not exceed two minutes per question or answer. 1. Public Transit (District 5) 2. Homelessness and Street Conditions (District 8)

HousingTransportationEnvironment
Filed
no vote
Resolution#220934
Sep 9, 2022

This resolution allows the transfer of a liquor license to PianoFight at 144-46 Taylor Street, which is intended to benefit the public. It also requests that the state impose specific conditions on the new license to ensure responsible operation.

Resolution determining that the transfer for a Type-48 on-sale general public premises liquor license, converted from a Type-47 on-sale general for bona fide eating place liquor license, to Facilitron AB LLC, doing business as PianoFight, located at 144-46 Taylor Street (District 5), will serve the public convenience or necessity of the City and County of San Francisco; and requesting that the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control impose conditions on the issuance of the license.

TransportationEnvironmentBusiness & Economy
Passed
7-0
Ordinance#220851
Sep 8, 2022

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

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to create Electric Vehicle Charging Location and Fleet Charging as Automotive Uses, allow conversion of Automotive Service Stations to Electric Vehicle Charging Locations without Conditional Use authorization and principally permit conversion of other Automotive Uses to Electric Vehicle Charging Locations, revise zoning control tables to reflect these changes, and require annual reporting by the Planning Department regarding Electric Vehicle Charging Location and Fleet Charging project approvals; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1, and findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare under Planning Code, Section 302.

EnvironmentBusiness & EconomyLand Use & Planning
By Myrna Melgar, Rafael Mandelman
2-0
Ordinance#220787
Sep 8, 2022

This ordinance clarifies the roles and responsibilities of the Sanitation and Streets Commission, the Department of Sanitation and Streets, and the Department of Public Works, while also updating various city codes to align with current state and local laws. It includes an affirmation of the Planning Department's compliance with environmental regulations.

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

TransportationEnvironmentGovernance & Elections
Filed
no vote
Ordinance#220924
Sep 6, 2022

This ordinance designates the Turk and Taylor Streets Intersection and a specific property as a Landmark, recognizing its historical significance related to the Compton’s Cafeteria Riot. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with the city’s planning policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to designate the Turk and Taylor Streets Intersection together with defined portions of 101 Taylor Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0339, Lot No. 003 (known as the “Site of the Compton’s Cafeteria Riot”), as a Landmark under Article 10 of the Planning Code; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and making public necessity, convenience, and welfare findings under Planning Code, Section 302, and findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.

TransportationEnvironmentLand Use & Planning
By Matt Dorsey
11-0
Ordinance#220915
Sep 6, 2022

The ordinance authorizes the City to settle a lawsuit for $75,000 filed by Michael Petersen regarding a personal injury incident in a City park. This settlement resolves the legal claims made against the City in the case.

Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Michael Petersen against the City and County of San Francisco for $75,000; the lawsuit was filed on September 12, 2019, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-19-579234; entitled Michael Petersen v. City and County of San Francisco; the lawsuit involves alleged personal injury in a City park.

Environment
Passed
12-0
Resolution#220950
Sep 6, 2022

This resolution approves a contract amendment allowing the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department to manage improvements at the Lake Merced Boat Dock, extending the agreement until September 4, 2041. It also authorizes the department's General Manager to make necessary changes to the contract that do not increase the city's obligations.

Resolution retroactively approving the sixth amendment to the contract with the California Department of Parks and Recreation Division of Boating and Waterways that requires the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department to operate and maintain the improvements made to the Lake Merced Boat Dock with Division of Boating and Waterway funds and extending the term from February 1, 2022, for a total term of March 1, 2015, through September 4, 2041, pursuant to Charter, Section 9.118(a); and to authorize the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department General Manager to enter into modifications and amendments to the grant contract that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the project or this Resolution.

Budget & TaxesEnvironment
By Myrna Melgar
6-0
Resolution#220904
Sep 6, 2022

This resolution allows Conary and Murphy LLC to transfer a liquor license for Murphy’s Pub at 217 Kearny Street. It has been determined that this transfer will benefit the public in San Francisco.

Resolution determining that the transfer for a Type-48 on-sale general public premises liquor license, converted from a Type-47 on-sale general for bona find eating place liquor license, to Conary and Murphy LLC, to do business as Murphy’s Pub, located at 217 Kearny Street (District 3), will serve the public convenience or necessity of the City and County of San Francisco in accordance with California Business and Professions Code, Section 23958.4.

TransportationEnvironmentBusiness & Economy
Passed
7-0