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This resolution approves a $250,000 settlement for a claim by Pacific Gas and Electric Company against San Francisco related to property damage from flooding caused by a water main rupture. The claim was filed on January 11, 2024, and the resolution has been passed.
Resolution approving the settlement of the unlitigated claim filed by Pacific Gas and Electric Company against the City and County of San Francisco for $250,000; the claim was filed on January 11, 2024; the claim involves property damage arising from flooding alleged to be caused by a water main rupture.
This resolution approves a payment of $272,566.05 to 150 Post Street LLC to settle a claim for property damage due to flooding from a water main rupture. The claim was filed on March 21, 2024, and the settlement avoids further litigation.
Resolution approving the settlement of the unlitigated claim filed by 150 Post Street LLC against the City and County of San Francisco for $272,566.05; the claim was filed on March 21, 2024; the claim involves property damage arising from flooding alleged to be caused by a water main rupture.
This ordinance requires buildings classified as R-1 and R-2 to keep at least one elevator operational for residents. It also confirms that the Planning Department's assessment complies with environmental regulations.
Ordinance amending the Housing Code to require R-1 and R-2 occupancy group buildings to maintain at least one existing elevator for residents’ use; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.
This ordinance allows property owners to change certain use designations without needing professionally prepared architectural drawings, as long as it doesn't increase the number of occupants or involve structural changes. It also confirms that the Planning Department's assessment complies with environmental regulations.
Ordinance amending the Building Code to excuse the requirement for professionally prepared architectural drawings for building permits to change certain use designations that do not increase occupant load or occupancy class, or include alterations; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.
This resolution urges the City Attorney and the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission to quickly settle their lawsuit with the EPA concerning the Clean Water Act. It aims to expedite resolution for better water management and compliance.
Resolution urging the City Attorney and the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission to immediately resolve its lawsuit regarding the Clean Water Act with the United States Environmental Protection Agency.
This resolution approves an amendment to the management agreement with IMCO Parking, LLC, allowing them to operate the Music Concourse Garage and increasing the contract amount by $27 million, bringing the total to $207 million. The agreement will remain in effect for its original five-year term from January 20, 2023, to January 19, 2028.
Resolution approving a second amendment to the Management Agreement between the City and County of San Francisco and IMCO Parking, LLC, to add operation of the Music Concourse Garage to the contract scope of work including San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) parking garages and lots, and increase the contract amount by $27,000,000 for a new not to exceed amount of $207,000,000 with no change to the five year term of January 20, 2023, through January 19, 2028, effective upon approval of this Resolution.
This resolution allows the city to lease property at 1174-1178 Folsom Street and 663 Clementina Street to Abode Property Management for five years, with options to extend, for a total rent of $1, to provide permanent supportive housing for formerly homeless and low-income households. It also confirms that the property is considered "exempt surplus land" and meets environmental and planning requirements.
Resolution 1) approving and authorizing the Director of Property and the Executive Director of the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing (“HSH”) to enter into a Ground Lease with Abode Property Management for the real property owned by the City, located at 1174-1178 Folsom Street and 663 Clementina Street (collectively, the “Property”), for an initial lease term of five years with ten automatic extensions of the lease term for an additional period of five years each and a total rent not to exceed $1 in order to operate the Property as permanent supportive housing; 2) determining in accordance with Administrative Code, Section 23.33, that the below market rent payable under the Ground Lease will serve a public purpose by providing permanent supportive housing for formerly homeless and low-income households; 3) adopting findings declaring that the Property is "exempt surplus land" under the California Surplus Land Act; 4) affirming the Planning Department's determination under the California Environmental Quality Act, and adopting the Planning Department's findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of the Planning Code, Section 101.1; and 5) authorizing the Director of Property and/or the HSH Executive Director to execute and make certain modifications to the Ground Lease, as defined herein, and take certain actions in furtherance of this Resolution, as defined herein.
This resolution allows the transfer of a liquor license to AJ's Bar at 1250 Market Street, determining it will benefit the public. It also requests that the state impose specific conditions on the license issuance.
Resolution determining that the transfer of a Type-48 on-sale general public premises liquor license to Club Allure, Inc., doing business as AJ's Bar, located at 1250 Market Street (District 6), 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 resolution allows Nihon SF Inc. to obtain a liquor license for their establishment, Nihon Whisky Lounge, at 1779 Folsom Street, as it is deemed beneficial for the community. It also requests that the state impose specific conditions on the license's issuance.
Resolution determining that the issuance of a Type-48 on-sale general public premises liquor license to Nihon SF Inc., to do business as Nihon Whisky Lounge, located at 1779 Folsom 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 resolution allows the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission to increase a contract with Kennedy/Jenks Consultants, Inc., and AGS, Inc. by $10 million, bringing the total to $17 million, to provide additional engineering services for five pipeline improvement projects without extending the contract's eight-year term. The funding comes from the Water Enterprise Capital Improvement Program.
Resolution authorizing the General Manager of the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission to execute Amendment No.1 to Contract No. PRO.0168.B, Engineering Services for Transmission Pipelines, with Kennedy/Jenks Consultants, Inc., and AGS, Inc., Joint Venture, increasing the contract by $10,000,000 for a total not to exceed amount of $17,000,000 with no changes to the eight year term of September 23, 2021, through September 22, 2029, to provide additional engineering design and support services for five transmission pipeline capital improvement projects funded by the Water Enterprise Capital Improvement Program, pursuant to Charter, Section 9.118(b).
This resolution approves the purchase of a 4,008-square-foot easement and a temporary construction easement from Sunol Glen Unified School District for an underground water pipeline, totaling up to $50,000. It allows the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission to finalize the agreement once both parties sign it.
Resolution approving the terms and conditions and authorizing the General Manager of the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission to execute a Purchase and Sale Agreement and Easement Deeds with Sunol Glen Unified School District for the acquisition of a 4,008-square-foot easement for an underground water pipeline and associated appurtenances and a 34,834-square-foot temporary construction easement on and across a portion of Alameda County Assessor’s Parcel No. 096-0155-004-01, known as 11601 Main Street, Sunol, for $35,000 plus an administrative fee of $5,000 and up to $10,000 in closing costs, for a total amount not to exceed $50,000 pursuant to Charter, Section 9.118; the Agreement is effective on the date on which the Agreement is executed by both parties.
This resolution approves an increase of $14 million to a contract for project management support services at San Francisco International Airport, raising the total contract amount to $17 million. It also extends the contract for an additional four years, lasting until January 25, 2029.
Resolution approving Modification No. 2 to Airport Contract No. 11917.41, Project Management Support Services for the San Francisco International Airport, West Field Garage 675 Project with PGH Wong/The Allen Group Joint Venture, a joint venture consisting of PGH Wong Engineering, Inc., and The Allen Group, LLC, to increase the Contract amount by $14,000,000 for a new not to exceed Contract amount of $17,000,000 and extend the Contract for services for an additional four years of services, from January 26, 2025, with a total term of January 26, 2024, through January 25, 2029, pursuant to Charter, Section 9.118(b); and making findings under the California Environmental Quality Act.
This resolution allows LE MOT JUSTE LLC, operating as THE NOSH BOX, to obtain a Type-42 liquor license for selling beer and wine at their location on Folsom Street. It also requests that the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control place a condition on this license to ensure it meets public needs.
Resolution determining that the issuance of a Type-42 on-sale beer and wine liquor license to LE MOT JUSTE LLC, doing business as THE NOSH BOX, located at 1116 Folsom Street (District 6), will serve the public convenience or necessity of the City and County of San Francisco, in accordance with California Business and Professions Code, Section 23958.4; and requesting that the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control impose a condition on the issuance of the license.
The ordinance establishes two designated Entertainment Zones in San Francisco: one in the Mid-Market area and another near the arena. It also confirms that the Planning Department's assessment complies with environmental regulations.
Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to establish two Entertainment Zones: the Mid-Market Entertainment Zone, on Market Street between 5th Street and 6th Street, with eastern boundaries at Mason Street on the north side of Market Street and at 5th Street on the south side of Market Street, and western boundaries at the intersection of Golden Gate Avenue and Taylor Street on the north side of Market Street and at 6th Street on the south side of Market Street; and the Arena Entertainment Zone, bounded by Warriors Way on the north, Terry A. Francois Boulevard on the east, 16th Street on the south, and 3rd Street on the west; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.
This legislation schedules a public hearing for October 1, 2024, to investigate $20 million in unaccounted funds in the San Francisco Unified School District's budget for Special Education and the status of unfilled positions in that area. It also requests reports from various city departments regarding these financial issues and the allocation of $8.4 million from the Student Success Fund.
Hearing of the Board of Supervisors sitting as a Committee of the Whole on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at 3:00 p.m., to hold a public hearing to examine the unaccounted for $20,000,000 in the San Francisco Unified School District’s (SFUSD) budget for Special Education and the unfilled positions that support SFUSD’s Special Education work, and the $8,400,000 from the Student Success Fund the Mayor allocated to the newly announced School Stabilization Team; and requesting the SFUSD Superintendent, Department of Children Youth and Their Families, Recreation and Park Department, Mayor's Office, Controller's Office, Human Services Agency, Department of Human Resources, and Treasurer & Tax Collector to report; scheduled pending approval of the Motion contained in File No. 240942, to be considered on October 1, 2024.
The resolution approves spending $7,150,000 from Open Space Acquisition Funds to buy and remediate a 9,625 square foot property at 240-6th Street for park use. It places the property under the Recreation and Park Department's control and requires future park projects to undergo review by the Recreation and Park Commission.
Resolution approving the use of a total of $7,150,000 in Open Space Acquisition Funds to pay for the cost to acquire and to perform necessary environmental remediation on one parcel of improved real estate, consisting of approximately 9,625 square feet in land area, including the assumption of an existing lease, located at 240-6th Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No 3731, Lot No. 004, from Martha E. Potiriades, George P. Potiris, Kalli K. Carvalho, James G. Pappas, Christina Pappas-Boettger, Ellece Vasti, Stephanie A. Papas, and Catherine Guzman; placing the property under the jurisdiction of the Recreation and Park Department, and authorizing the use of revenues from the property for property-related costs and future park planning; requiring any future park project to be subject to the review and approval of Recreation and Park Commission following environmental review; adopting findings that the conveyance is consistent with the General Plan, and 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 the purchase agreement and this Resolution, as defined herein.
This resolution authorizes payments totaling $1,053,101 to specific customers and Alameda County for Utility User Taxes collected on electric bills from June 2018 to January 2024. The payments include $101,825 to Oliver De Silva, $340 to Sunol AgPark, and $651,976 to Alameda County.
Resolution authorizing payments to two San Francisco Public Utilities Commission customers of $101,825 to Oliver De Silva, and $340 to Sunol AgPark, and $651,976 to Alameda County for Utility User Taxes (UUT) collected between June 2018 and January 2024 for electric bills.
This resolution designates the 1500 Block of Grove Street as "Aubrey Abrakasa, Jr. Street" to honor Aubrey Abrakasa, Jr. and raise awareness about gun violence following his tragic death. The street name change aims to commemorate his legacy and encourage community action.
Resolution adding the commemorative street name "Aubrey Abrakasa, Jr. Street" to the 1500 Block of Grove Street to honor the legacy and life of Aubrey Abrakasa, Jr., and to bring attention to his tragic death and the need for action against gun violence.
This resolution approves the transfer of a liquor license for off-sale beer, wine, and spirits to Union & Hyde LLC at 1210 Union Street, stating it will benefit the public. It also requests that the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control add a condition to the license issuance.
Resolution determining that the transfer of a Type-21 off-sale general beer, wine, and distilled spirits liquor license to Union & Hyde LLC., doing business as Union & Hyde, located at 1210 Union 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 a condition on the issuance of the license.
This resolution allows Skylark, located at 3089 16th Street, to obtain a liquor license for a music venue, stating that 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 3089 16th Street LLC, to do business as Skylark, located at 3089-16th 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 designates the Rainbow Flag Installation at Harvey Milk Plaza as a landmark, ensuring its protection and recognition under the city's Planning Code. It also affirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's General Plan and priority policies.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to designate the Rainbow Flag Installation at Harvey Milk Plaza, by Gilbert Baker, located at the southwest corner of the intersection of Market Street and Castro Street, 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.
This ordinance approves funding and the transfer of a segment of De Long Street from the Bay Area Rapid Transportation District to the city for public use and maintenance. It also grants the Public Works Director the authority to manage the street's official status and specifications, while waiving certain sidewalk width regulations.
Ordinance approving funding and an offer of dedication and grant deed for real property from the Bay Area Rapid Transportation District for De Long Street between Santa Cruz and San Diego Avenues; conditionally accepting this segment of De Long Street for maintenance and liability; delegating to the Public Works Director the authority, upon completion of this Street segment to: 1) declare it as open public right-of-way, 2) dedicate it to public use, 3) designate it for street and roadway purposes, 4) finally accept this Street segment for City maintenance and liability purposes, subject to specified limitations, and 5) establish official public right-of-way widths and street grades; waiving the application of Ordinance No. 1061, entitled “Regulating the Width of Sidewalks,” to allow establishment of official sidewalk widths through administrative action; 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 letter recommending various actions in regard to De Long Street; and authorizing official acts in connection with this Ordinance to be taken by the Public Works Director and other San Francisco officers, as defined herein.
This resolution designates the 600 block of Sutter Street as "Joe Rosenthal Way" to honor his contributions as a photojournalist, particularly for his iconic images of San Francisco and coverage of World War II. The resolution has been passed by the city.
Resolution adding the Commemorative Street Name “Joe Rosenthal Way” to the 600 block of Sutter Street in recognition of his contributions as a photojournalist whose images of San Francisco captured the life and spirit of the City, and whose coverage of World War II had an indelible impact on the country and the world.
This resolution allows Goth Inc. to obtain a liquor license for Eve Nightclub at 1535 Folsom Street, stating that it benefits the public. It also asks the state to impose specific conditions on the license.
Resolution determining that the issuance of a Type-90 on-sale general music venue liquor license to Goth Inc., doing business as Eve Nightclub, located at 1535 Folsom Street (District 6), 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 allows the Office of Economic and Workforce Development to accept a $14 million grant for the California Jobs First Catalyst Program, which will run from May 2024 to September 2026. It also exempts subgrants under this program from certain administrative requirements and restrictions.
Ordinance retroactively authorizing the Office of Economic and Workforce Development to accept and expend a grant in the amount of $14,000,000 from the California Economic Development Department for the California Jobs First Catalyst Program, for the grant period of May 1, 2024, through September 30, 2026; and exempting the California Jobs First Catalyst Program subgrants from the grantmaking requirements under Administrative Code, Chapter 21G, and all other provisions in the Administrative, Environment, and Labor and Employment Codes imposing obligations or restrictions on subgrantees related to the program.
This resolution allows the Environment Department to accept free tax services valued at $112,089 from Deloitte Tax LLP until May 31, 2025, to help the City find federal tax credits for sustainability projects. It also authorizes the department's director to manage the agreement and any necessary changes.
Resolution authorizing the Environment Department to accept and expend an in-kind gift of pro bono tax services, with an estimated value of $112,089 for a term of engagement effective upon approval of this Resolution through May 31, 2025, provided by Deloitte Tax LLP, to help the City identify opportunities to obtain federal tax credits for qualifying sustainability activities, and authorizing the Director of the Environment Department or the Director’s designee, to enter into and execute the agreement, and amendments thereto, consistent with the proposal and necessary to carry out the purpose of the agreement or this Resolution, as defined herein.
The resolution approves a lease agreement allowing Five Keys Schools and Programs to use city-owned property at 42 Otis Street for permanent supportive housing for formerly homeless and low-income households, with a nominal rent of $1 for an initial five-year term and up to 10 automatic five-year extensions. It also confirms that the property is considered "exempt surplus land" and aligns with city planning and environmental regulations.
Resolution 1) approving and authorizing the Director of Property and the Executive Director of the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing (“HSH”) to enter into a Ground Lease with Five Keys Schools and Programs for the real property owned by the City, located at 42 Otis Street (the “Property”), for an initial lease term of five years with 10 automatic extensions of the lease term for an additional period of five years each and a total rent not to exceed $1 in order to operate the Property as permanent supportive housing; 2) determining in accordance with Administrative Code, Section 23.33 that the below market rent payable under the Ground Lease will serve a public purpose by providing permanent supportive housing for formerly homeless and low-income households; 3) adopting findings declaring that the Property is "exempt surplus land" under the California Surplus Land Act; 4) affirming the Planning Department's determination under the California Environmental Quality Act, and adopting the Planning Department's findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of the Planning Code, Section 101.1; and 5) authorizing the Director of Property and/or the HSH Executive Director to execute and make certain modifications to the Ground Lease, as defined herein, and take certain actions in furtherance of this Resolution, as defined herein.
This resolution allows SR Visions, LLC to obtain a liquor license for their music venue, 7 Social, at 65 Post Street, as it is deemed beneficial for the public. It also requests that the state impose specific conditions on the license's issuance.
Resolution determining that the issuance of a Type-90 on-sale general music venue liquor license to SR Visions, LLC, to do business as 7 Social located at 65 Post 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.
This resolution allows Talldoor Entertainment LLC to obtain a liquor license for their music venue, Reverb, at 2801 Leavenworth Street, stating 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 Talldoor Entertainment LLC, to do business as Reverb located at 2801 Leavenworth 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.
This ordinance allows for the installation of two projecting signs at 2301 Chestnut Street and establishes a special sign district for that location. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with the city’s planning goals and policies.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code and Zoning Map to establish the 2301 Chestnut Street Special Sign District encompassing the real property consisting of Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0936, Lot No. 001, to allow two projecting signs at 2301 Chestnut Street; 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 under Planning Code, Section 302.
The ordinance allows the city to give up its rights to a portion of airspace above Natoma Street for development by the Transbay Joint Powers Authority, determining that this area is not needed for city use. It also confirms that the decision aligns with environmental regulations and city planning policies.
Ordinance ordering the summary street vacation of a portion of the airspace above Natoma Street between First and Second Streets and adjacent to the Transbay Transit Center; waiving application of Administrative Code, Chapter 23, to the conveyance of the street vacation area; finding the street vacation area is not necessary for City’s use and is exempt surplus property under the California Surplus Land Act, California Government Code, Sections 54220 et seq.; quitclaiming the City’s interest in the street vacation area to the Transbay Joint Powers Authority; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of the Planning Code, Section 101.1.
This ordinance increases the borrowing limits for the Wastewater, Water, and Power Enterprises to fund various capital projects on a short-term basis. It raises the total borrowing capacity from $1.5 billion to $2.45 billion across these utilities.
Ordinance authorizing (i) an increase of the aggregate principal amount of the Wastewater Enterprise’s Interim Funding Program from an aggregate principal amount of $750,000,000 to a not to exceed aggregate principal amount of $1,250,000,000 to finance on a short-term interim basis various capital projects benefitting the Wastewater Enterprise; (ii) an increase of the aggregate principal amount of the Water Enterprise’s Interim Funding Program from an aggregate principal amount of $500,000,000 to a not to exceed aggregate principal amount of $750,000,000 to finance on a short-term interim basis various capital projects benefitting the Water Enterprise; and (iii) an increase of the aggregate principal amount of the Power Enterprise’s Interim Funding Program from an aggregate principal amount of $250,000,000 to a not to exceed aggregate principal amount of $450,000,000 to finance on a short-term interim basis various capital projects benefitting the Power Enterprise; and ratifying previous actions taken in connection therewith, as defined herein.
This ordinance allows a specific property at 99 Rhode Island Street to exceed size limits for certain uses in the Production, Distribution and Repair District-1. It also confirms that the Planning Department's environmental review is adequate and aligns with city planning policies.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to allow Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 3912, Lot No. 02, also known as 99 Rhode Island Street, to exceed the cumulative use size requirements in Production, Distribution and Repair District-1, Design (PDR-1-D) districts; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making public necessity, convenience, and welfare findings under Planning Code, Section 302; and making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.
The ordinance authorizes the City to settle a lawsuit for $475,000 related to a personal injury claim filed by Barnard Jones and Patricia Farrell against the City. The lawsuit was initiated on June 28, 2023, in San Francisco Superior Court.
Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Barnard Jones and Patricia Farrell against the City and County of San Francisco for $475,000; the lawsuit was filed on June 28, 2023, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-23-607339; entitled Barnard Jones, et al. v. City and County of San Francisco, et al.; the lawsuit involves alleged personal injury on a City street.
This resolution approves an increase of $30,227,000 to the existing contract with Treeline Security, Inc. for security guard services, raising the total contract amount to $38,977,000 while keeping the contract term unchanged from August 1, 2023, to July 31, 2028. It also allows the Office of Contract Administration to make minor amendments to the contract as needed without increasing the City's obligations.
Resolution approving a second amendment to PeopleSoft Umbrella Contract ID GRP0000007 between the City, acting by and through the Office of Contract Administration (“OCA”), and Treeline Security, Inc. for security guard services, increasing the contract amount by $30,227,000 for a total not to exceed amount of $38,977,000 with no changes to the contract term of August 1, 2023, through July 31, 2028; and to authorize OCA 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 approves a change to an agreement with Potrero Neighborhood Collective LLC, allowing for a potential termination payment increase of about $5.6 million, bringing the total possible payment to just over $15.5 million. It also includes environmental findings in compliance with California law.
Resolution retroactively approving a Second Amendment to the Predevelopment Agreement between Potrero Neighborhood Collective LLC and the City and County of San Francisco, acting by and through the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency, dated for reference purposes as of October 1, 2024, and retroactively effective as of October 17, 2024, to increase the potential termination payment by $5,556,566 for a total potential termination payment that will not exceed $15,546,566; and making environmental findings under the California Environmental Quality Act.
The ordinance prohibits promoting, assembling for, or participating in vehicle sideshows and allows law enforcement to seize and impound vehicles involved in such activities. Violations can result in misdemeanor charges, which may include imprisonment and fines.
Ordinance amending the Police Code to 1) prohibit persons from promoting a Vehicle Sideshow or preparations for such a sideshow; 2) prohibit persons from assembling together to obstruct the streets, sidewalks, highways, other public right-of-ways, off-street parking facilities, or private property in connection with a Vehicle Sideshow or preparations for such a sideshow; 3) prohibit persons from knowingly being present at a Vehicle Sideshow or preparations for such a sideshow for purposes of participating in the Vehicle Sideshow; 4) prohibit persons present at a Vehicle Sideshow or preparations for such a sideshow from interfering with official performance of law enforcement duties; 5) seize and impound vehicles used in a Vehicle Sideshow or preparations for such a sideshow, and under certain conditions sell the vehicles; and 6) make violations of these provisions a misdemeanor, subject to imprisonment and/or fine.
This ordinance allocates $30.5 million for the acquisition of the Music Concourse Garage, using $29 million from Certificates of Participation and $1.5 million from projected parking revenues. The funds will be held in reserve until the sale of the Certificates and the acquisition occur in the 2024-2025 fiscal year.
Ordinance appropriating $30,500,000 consisting of $29,000,000 of one or more series of Certificates of Participation Series 2024A proceeds and $1,500,000 of projected parking revenues from operation of the Music Concourse Garage in the Recreation and Park Department (REC), and placing these funds on Controller’s Reserve pending the sale of the Certificates of Participation and acquisition of the Music Concourse Garage in Fiscal Year (FY) 2024-2025.
The ordinance allows the Department of Public Works to accept a $12 million grant for tree planting and urban forestry workforce development in disadvantaged communities from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2029. It also adds three grant-funded positions to support this program.
Ordinance retroactively authorizing the Department of Public Works to accept and expend a grant in the amount of $12,000,000 from the Urban and Community Forest Program of the United States Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service to fund the Department of Public Works’ Justice, Jobs, and Trees Program, that will include tree planting, tree establishment, and urban forestry workforce development in disadvantaged communities for the period of July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2029; and retroactively amending Ordinance No. 167-24 (the Interim Annual Salary Ordinance for Fiscal Years 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 (File No. 240594)) and the Annual Salary Ordinance for Fiscal Years 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 (File No. 240596) to provide for the addition of one grant-funded position of Class 1312 Public Information Officer (FTE 1.0), one grant-funded position of Class 1823 Senior Administrative Analyst (FTE 1.0), and one grant-funded position of Class 3435 Urban Forestry Inspector (FTE 1.0) for the period of July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2029.
This ordinance designates a section of sidewalk at Woodland Avenue and Parnassus Avenue for a commemorative plaque honoring local activists and allows the Public Works Director to approve its installation. It also waives permit and inspection fees for the plaque's installation and affirms compliance with environmental regulations.
Ordinance designating a portion of the sidewalk near the corner of Woodland Avenue at Parnassus Avenue as the site of a future commemorative plaque in honor of the former activists of Woodland Avenue (Jane Morrison, Jack Morrison, Diana Roosevelt Jaicks, Agar Jaicks); granting the Public Works Director authority to approve the installation of said plaque to be installed at said location following the Director’s review of all permit application materials and the approval of the plaque design by the Design Review Committee of the Arts Commission; waiving permit and inspection fees under the Public Works Code for the installation of the plaque; directing official acts in furtherance of this Ordinance, as defined herein; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.
This resolution supports a federal bill aimed at creating a national Housing Development Authority to develop permanently affordable and climate-resilient housing. It seeks to address the affordable housing crisis by providing an alternative to market-rate housing.
Resolution supporting United States House of Representatives Bill H.R. 9662, the Homes Act, introduced by United States Senator Tina Smith and Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, to address the affordable housing crisis by establishing a national Housing Development Authority to create permanently affordable, climate-resilient housing and provide an alternative to market-rate housing.
This ordinance allows certain distilleries, wineries, and breweries to open on-sale liquor establishments in the Bayview Neighborhood Commercial District with a conditional use permit. It also confirms that this decision aligns with environmental regulations and the city's planning goals.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to create an exception for certain distilleries, wineries, and breweries to establish on-sale liquor establishments in the Bayview Neighborhood Commercial District, subject to a conditional use authorization; 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 allows dogs and specific athletic activities in Yerba Buena Gardens while clarifying that riding bicycles and electric scooters is still prohibited. It also corrects a minor detail about the authority of the Real Estate Division.
Ordinance amending the Park Code to allow dogs and certain types of athletic activities in Yerba Buena Gardens; to clarify that existing law prohibits the riding of bicycles and electric scooters in the Gardens; and to make a non-substantive correction regarding the authority of the Real Estate Division.
This legislation schedules a closed session for the Board of Supervisors to discuss legal matters related to a case involving the City and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. The meeting is set for September 24, 2024, at 2:30 p.m.
Closed Session for the Board of Supervisors to convene on September 24, 2024, at 2:30 p.m., pursuant to California Government Code, Section 54956.9, and San Francisco Administrative Code, Section 67.10(d)(1), for the purpose of conferring with, or receiving advice from, the City Attorney regarding existing litigation in which the City is a party: City and County of San Francisco v. United States Environmental Protection Agency (United States Supreme Court) Case No. 23-753; scheduled pursuant to Motion No. M24-085 (File No. 240889), approved on September 17, 2024.
This legislation involves a hearing for public input regarding a proposed construction project at 700 Indiana Street, which includes demolishing an existing building and building a new, larger laboratory facility. The hearing will address concerns about the project's exemption from environmental review under California law.
Hearing of persons interested in or objecting to the determination of exemption from environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act issued as a General Plan Evaluation by the Planning Department on April 5, 2024, for the proposed project at 700 Indiana Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 4062, Lot No. 007, to allow the construction of more than 25,000 gross square feet in the Urban Mixed Use District and to allow for an exception from Horizontal Mass Reduction Requirements for Large Lots of Planning Code as part of a project that would demolish a 15,068 square foot, one-story commercial building and construct a new 70,650 gross square foot, three-story, 48-foot tall non-life science laboratory building within the UMU (Urban Mixed Use) Zoning District, Fringe Financial Service Restricted Use District, and a 58-X Height and Bulk District. (District 10) (Appellant: Donovan Lacy, on behalf of the Dogpatch Neighborhood Association, and J.R. Eppler, on behalf of the Potrero Boosters Neighborhood Association) (Filed July 15, 2024)
This motion confirms that the Planning Department has decided the project at 700 Indiana Street does not require additional environmental review because it meets certain criteria under the General Plan. The motion has been officially approved.
Motion affirming the determination by the Planning Department that the proposed project at 700 Indiana Street is exempt from further environmental review under a General Plan Evaluation.
This motion aimed to overturn the Planning Department's decision that a project at 700 Indiana Street did not require additional environmental review. The motion was ultimately rejected.
Motion conditionally reversing the determination by the Planning Department that the proposed project at 700 Indiana Street is exempt from further environmental review, under a General Plan Evaluation, subject to the adoption of written findings of the Board in support of this determination.
This motion aimed to have the Board's Clerk prepare findings to overturn the Planning Department's decision that a project at 700 Indiana Street did not require additional environmental review. The motion has been rejected and is no longer active.
Motion directing the Clerk of the Board to prepare findings reversing the determination by the Planning Department that the proposed project at 700 Indiana Street is exempt from further environmental review under a General Plan Evaluation.
This motion appoints Helen Doyle to the Park, Recreation, and Open Space Advisory Committee, with her term set to end on February 1, 2026. She will represent District 7 in this advisory role.
Motion appointing Helen Doyle, term ending February 1, 2026, to the Park, Recreation, and Open Space Advisory Committee (District 7).
The ordinance accepts offers for public infrastructure improvements related to the Sunnydale HOPE SF Project, including street and sidewalk enhancements on Sunnydale Avenue, Hahn Street, and Harmonia Street. It also establishes official street grades and sidewalk widths, dedicates the improvements for public use, and ensures City maintenance and liability for the infrastructure.
Ordinance accepting irrevocable offers of public infrastructure associated with the Sunnydale HOPE SF Project, Phase 2, including an offer of improvements for infrastructure located within portions of Sunnydale Avenue, Hahn Street, and Harmonia Street, and an offer of dedication for real property underlying a portion of Sunnydale Avenue; dedicating the public improvements for public use; designating the public improvements for public street and roadway purposes; accepting the public infrastructure for City maintenance and liability purposes, subject to specified limitations; establishing official street grades, sidewalk widths, and public right-of-way widths; amending Ordinance No. 1061, entitled “Regulating the Width of Sidewalks,” to establish official sidewalk widths on Sunnydale Avenue and Hahn Street; accepting a Public Works Order recommending various actions in regard to the public infrastructure improvements; 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.
This resolution allows the Recreation and Park Department to accept and use up to $8,124,800 in grant funding for the Buchanan Street Mall Project from July 1, 2022, to January 31, 2027. It also authorizes the department to enter into a contract with the California Department of Parks and Recreation and make minor adjustments to the contract as needed.
Resolution retroactively authorizing the Recreation and Park Department to accept and expend up to $8,124,800 in grant funding from the National Park Service through the California Department of Parks and Recreation for the Buchanan Street Mall Project for the period of July 1, 2022, through January 31, 2027; to enter into a grant contract with the California Department of Parks and Recreation; and to authorize the General Manager of the Recreation and Park Department to enter into any modifications and amendments to the Grant Contract that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities of the City.
This resolution allows the Recreation and Park Department to receive and use a $5.5 million grant from the California State Coastal Conservancy for the redevelopment of India Basin Shoreline Park. It also approves the grant agreement, which will be in effect until December 31, 2027, and permits the department to make minor changes to the agreement as needed.
Resolution authorizing the Recreation and Park Department to accept and expend a grant from the California State Coastal Conservancy in the amount of $5,500,000 for the India Basin Shoreline Park Redevelopment Project; approving the associated grant agreement for a term limit that is effective upon approval of this Resolution through December 31, 2027; and authorizing the Recreation and Park Department to enter into amendments or modifications to the agreement 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.
This ordinance allows the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission to issue up to $1.04 billion in bonds to fund various water projects. It also includes provisions for refinancing existing debt and outlines the Commission's intent to reimburse itself for related expenses.
Ordinance authorizing the issuance and sale of tax-exempt or taxable Water Revenue Bonds and other forms of indebtedness (as described below) by the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (“Commission”) in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $1,040,007,350 to finance the costs of various capital water and Hetch Hetchy Water projects benefitting the Water Enterprise pursuant to amendments to the Charter of the City and County of San Francisco enacted by the voters on November 5, 2002, as Proposition E; authorizing the issuance of Water Revenue Refunding Bonds and the retirement of outstanding Water Enterprise Commercial Paper; declaring the Official Intent of the Commission to reimburse itself with one or more issues of tax-exempt bonds or other forms of indebtedness; and ratifying previous actions taken in connection therewith, as defined herein.
This ordinance allows the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission to issue up to $1.7 billion in bonds to fund wastewater projects. It also authorizes the refinancing of existing debt related to the Wastewater Enterprise.
Ordinance authorizing the issuance and sale of tax-exempt or taxable Wastewater Revenue Bonds and other forms of indebtedness by the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (“Commission”) in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $1,715,671,086 to finance the costs of various capital wastewater projects benefitting the Wastewater Enterprise pursuant to amendments to the Charter of the City and County of San Francisco enacted by the voters on November 5, 2002, as Proposition E; authorizing the issuance of Wastewater Revenue Refunding Bonds and the retirement of outstanding Wastewater Enterprise Commercial Paper; declaring the Official Intent of the Commission to reimburse itself with one or more issues of tax-exempt or taxable bonds or other forms of indebtedness; and ratifying previous actions taken in connection therewith, as defined herein.
The ordinance reduces how often the Shelter Monitoring Committee visits shelters and sets criteria for when additional visits are needed based on complaints. It also updates shelter standards, including requirements for shower facilities and sleeping arrangements, and changes the complaint process and eligibility for committee membership.
Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to reduce the frequency of Shelter Monitoring Committee (“Committee”) site visits; require the Committee to establish in its bylaws the threshold number of complaints or out-of-compliance findings during a year that would trigger additional site visits; revise eligibility criteria for Seat 1 on the Committee; revise the Standards of Care for City Shelters by establishing requirements for shower stalls with working hot and cold water controls, minimum passing space for sleeping units that are not up against a wall or partition, and signage posting regarding availability of translation services; eliminate the minimum shelter stay requirement for single adult reservations; revise the complaint process and investigation procedure; and update several programmatic terms.
This ordinance creates a special sign district for the shopping center at 555 9th Street, allowing for modified sign regulations. It also confirms that the changes align with environmental standards and the city's planning goals.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code and Zoning Map to establish the 555 9th Street Special Sign District encompassing the real property consisting of Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 3781, Lot No. 003, and to modify sign controls for the existing shopping center; 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 under Planning Code, Section 302.
This resolution establishes an Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District at 3333/3700 California Street to fund public facilities and projects that benefit the community. It outlines the financial mechanisms and related matters necessary for these developments.
Resolution of Intention to establish San Francisco Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District No. 3 (3333/3700 California Street) to finance public capital facilities and projects of communitywide significance related to the 3333/3700 California Street Projects and other authorized costs, and determining other matters in connection therewith, as defined herein.
This resolution approves the purchase of a 1,386-square-foot easement from San Mateo County for an aerial water pipeline, costing up to $83,500. It authorizes the General Manager of the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission to finalize the agreement.
Resolution approving the terms and conditions and authorizing the General Manager of the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission to execute a Purchase and Sale Agreement and Easement Deed with San Mateo County Flood and Sea Level Rise Resiliency District for the acquisition of a 1,386-square-foot easement for an aerial water pipeline crossing and associated footings and braces across a portion of San Mateo County Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 011-322-200 for $70,000 plus an administrative fee of $3,500 and up to $10,000 in closing costs, for a total amount not to exceed $83,500 pursuant to Charter, Section 9.118.
This resolution allows the Office of the Treasurer and Tax Collector to accept an additional $65,000 grant from Larkin Street Youth Services, bringing the total grant to $181,368. The funds will be used to provide financial coaching to Transitional Age Youth as part of the Rising Up campaign from July 1, 2023, to October 31, 2024.
Resolution retroactively authorizing the Office of the Treasurer and Tax Collector to accept and expend a grant increase in amount of $65,000 for a total amount of $181,368 from Larkin Street Youth Services for the purpose of providing one-on-one financial coaching to Transitional Age Youth through the Rising Up campaign from July 1, 2023, through October 31, 2024.
This resolution approves an additional $8.3 million for engineering services related to the Lower Alemany Area Stormwater Improvement Project, raising the total contract amount to $17.8 million and extending the project timeline by three years. The funds will cover extra engineering work needed for design refinement and construction support.
Resolution approving Amendment No. 2 to Contract No. PRO.0164, Engineering Services for the Lower Alemany Area Stormwater Improvement Project, between the City, acting by and through the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC), and McMillen Jacobs Associates (dba Delve Underground), increasing the agreement by $8,300,000 for a total not to exceed amount of $17,800,000 and extending the duration by three years, for a total term of nine years from January 18, 2022, through January 17, 2031, due to additional engineering needed to perform analyses, refine design as part of the Caltrans encroachment permit, and to provide increased engineering support during construction, pursuant to Charter, Section 9.118; and to authorize the SFPUC to enter into amendments or modifications to Amendment No. 2 that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of Amendment No. 2.
This resolution extends the time by 180 days for the Planning Commission to decide on a proposed change to the Planning Code that would allow additional building space on the rooftop of a specific property at 1896 Pacific Avenue. It also affirms the Planning Department's environmental review and confirms that the proposal aligns with city planning policies.
Resolution extending by 180 days the prescribed time within which the Planning Commission may render its decision on an Ordinance (File No. 240729) amending the Planning Code to permit new floor area or building volume on the rooftop of a noncomplying structure located at 1896 Pacific Avenue, on Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0576, Lot Nos. 27-44; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making public necessity, convenience, and welfare findings under Planning Code, Section 302; and making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.
This ordinance allows for the addition of new floor space or building volume on the rooftop of a specific noncomplying structure at 1896 Pacific Avenue. It also confirms that the project meets environmental regulations and aligns with city planning policies.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to permit new floor area or building volume on the rooftop of a noncomplying structure located at 1896 Pacific Avenue, on Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0576, Lot Nos. 27-44; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making public necessity, convenience, and welfare findings under Planning Code, Section 302; and making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.
This resolution allows the transfer of a liquor license for the music venue Neck of the Woods at 406 Clement Street, determining it benefits the public in San Francisco. It also requests that the state impose specific conditions on the license issuance.
Resolution determining that the transfer of a Type-90 on-sale general music venue liquor license to Urban Life Inc., doing business as Neck of the Woods, located at 406 Clement Street (District 1), will serve the public convenience or necessity of the City and County of San Francisco, in accordance with California Business and Professions Code, Section 23958.4; and requesting that the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control impose conditions on the issuance of the license.
This ordinance allows new buildings that meet specific design guidelines for electric-ready construction to also install gas infrastructure for certain appliances. It includes local health and safety findings and requires the Clerk to send the ordinance to the California Building Standards Commission after it is finalized.
Ordinance amending the Building Code to allow new construction that complies with the Design Guidelines for Electric-Ready Buildings to install gas infrastructure to serve appliances covered by the Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA); adopting findings of local conditions 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 resolution addresses the findings and recommendations from the 2023-2024 Civil Grand Jury Report on flood management in San Francisco. It urges the Mayor to implement these 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 2023-2024 Civil Grand Jury Report, entitled "Come Hell or Highwater: Flood Management in a Changing Climate;" 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.
This hearing will discuss the 2023-2024 Civil Grand Jury Report on flood management in San Francisco as it relates to climate change. The report aims to address the city's preparedness for potential flooding issues.
Hearing on the 2023-2024 Civil Grand Jury Report, entitled "Come Hell or Highwater: Flood Management in a Changing Climate."
This legislation involves a hearing to discuss the 2023-2024 Civil Grand Jury Report regarding the issue of illegal fireworks in San Francisco. The report addresses concerns about the dangers and challenges associated with the use of these fireworks in the city.
Hearing on the 2023-2024 Civil Grand Jury Report, entitled "Uncontrolled Burn Dimming the Spark of Illegal Fireworks in San Francisco."
This ordinance creates a special zoning district at 30 Van Ness Avenue, which modifies housing obligations for a specific development project. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with city planning goals.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code and Zoning Map to create the 30 Van Ness Avenue Special Use District, in the area generally bound by Fell Street to the north, Market Street to the east and south, and Van Ness Avenue to the west; modifying the Notice of Special Restrictions related to inclusionary housing obligations under the Agreement for Sale of Real Estate between the City and 30 Van Ness Development LLC; 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 waives a fee for a development project at 524 and 530 Howard Street because it includes a pedestrian bridge to the Transbay Transit Center's rooftop park. It also confirms that the project complies with environmental regulations and city planning policies.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to waive the Transit Center District Open Space Impact Fee for 524 Howard Street, LLC’s development project at 524 and 530 Howard Street in recognition of the project’s proposed construction of a pedestrian bridge connecting to the Transbay Transit Center’s rooftop park; affirming the Planning Commission’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 general welfare findings under Planning Code, Section 302.
This resolution allows certain affordable housing projects to access tax-exempt bond financing and tax credits if they provide more affordable units than required, while also exempting them from specific water use regulations. It also mandates the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to report on these projects.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to permit the use of California Debt Limit Allocation Committee tax-exempt bond financing and tax credits under the Tax Credit Allocation Committee for certain affordable housing projects that provide additional affordable units or deeper affordability levels than required by the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance, and require the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to report on such projects; amending the Health Code to exempt such affordable housing projects from compliance with the requirement that new buildings be constructed, operated, and maintained using alternate water sources for non-potable uses; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making public necessity, convenience, and welfare findings under Planning Code, Section 302; and making findings of consistency with the General Plan and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.
This resolution approves an amendment to a contract with Recology for refuse collection services, increasing the total contract amount by $1.5 million to $45.3 million and extending the contract duration by two months until December 31, 2024. The amendment is intended to ensure continued waste management services at City facilities.
Resolution approving a sixth amendment to Contract 1000020021 between the City, acting by and through the Office of Contract Administration (OCA), and Sunset Scavenger Company d/b/a Recology Sunset Scavenger, Golden Gate Disposal & Recycling Company d/b/a Recology Golden Gate, and Recology San Francisco (collectively “Contractor”) for refuse collection services at City facilities, increasing the contract amount by $1,500,000 for a total not to exceed amount of $45,300,000; and extending the duration of the term by two months from November 1, 2024, for a total contract term of December 1, 2020, through December 31, 2024.
The ordinance mandates that a new Public Library branch for the Oceanview, Merced Heights, Ingleside, and Lakeview neighborhoods must be built on a specific City-owned site at 100 Orizaba Avenue. It also restricts the use of City funds for planning or constructing the library at any other location, except for potential expansions of the existing Oceanview Branch Library.
Ordinance requiring that the new Public Library branch serving the Oceanview, Merced Heights, Ingleside, and Lakeview neighborhoods be built on the City-owned parcel of land at 100 Orizaba Avenue (Assessor's Parcel Block No. 7136, Lot No. 060), subject to environmental review, required approvals, and other applicable laws; and prohibiting the expenditure of City funds to explore, pursue, or plan construction of a new Public Library branch serving those neighborhoods at any alternate location except to expand the existing Oceanview Branch Library located at 345 Randolph Street on any adjacent parcel, and except as required by the environmental review process, required approvals, or other applicable laws.
The motion allows the Board of Supervisors to meet privately on September 24, 2024, to discuss legal matters with the City Attorney related to a lawsuit against the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. This meeting is in accordance with state and local laws regarding closed sessions for litigation.
Motion that the Board of Supervisors convene in closed session on September 24, 2024, at 2:30 p.m., pursuant to California Government Code, Section 54956.9, and San Francisco Administrative Code, Section 67.10(d)(1), for the purpose of conferring with, or receiving advice from, the City Attorney regarding existing litigation in which the City is a party: City and County of San Francisco v. United States Environmental Protection Agency (United States Supreme Court) Case No. 23-753.
The ordinance expands the Central Neighborhoods Large Residence Special Use District by merging it with the Corona Heights Large Residence SUD and applying its regulations to all lots within the expanded area, with some exceptions. It also updates the Zoning Map to reflect these changes and affirms compliance with environmental and planning regulations.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to expand the boundaries of the Central Neighborhoods Large Residence Special Use District (SUD), and to apply its controls to all lots within the SUD, with some exceptions; to delete the Corona Heights Large Residence SUD, and as a result to merge it into the Central Neighborhoods Large Residence SUD; amending the Zoning Map to reflect the deletion and boundary expansion; 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.
The ordinance authorizes the City to issue up to $29 million in Certificates of Participation to help fund the acquisition of the Concourse Garage. It also allows for the issuance of commercial paper notes and outlines various agreements related to the financing and management of the property.
Ordinance authorizing the execution and delivery of Certificates of Participation on a tax-exempt or taxable basis evidencing and representing an aggregate principal amount of not to exceed $29,000,000 to fund all or a portion of the acquisition of the Concourse Garage; authorizing the issuance of commercial paper notes in advance of the delivery of the Certificates; approving the form of Trust Agreement between the City and County of San Francisco and the Trustee (including certain indemnities contained therein); authorizing the selection of the Trustee by the Director of Public Finance; approving respective forms of a Property Lease and a Lease Agreement, each between the City and County of San Francisco and the Trustee for the lease and lease back of certain property and facilities of the City; approving the forms of Purchase Contract, Official Notice of Sale, and Notice of Intention to Sell Certificates; directing the publication of the Notice of Intention to Sell Certificates; approving the form of the Preliminary Official Statement and the form and execution of the Official Statement relating to the sale of the Certificates; approving the form of the Continuing Disclosure Certificate; granting general authority to City officials to take necessary actions in connection with the authorization, execution, sale and delivery of the Certificates, including termination of the Ground Lease and transfer of the Concourse Garage property and related property to the City and County of San Francisco under the jurisdiction of the Recreation and Park Commission; approving modifications to documents and agreements; declaring the City’s intent to reimburse certain expenditures; and ratifying previous actions taken in connection therewith, as defined herein.
This ordinance allows for the transfer of up to 2,050,000 square feet of research and development and office space from the Hunters Point Shipyard Phase 2 area to another redevelopment zone, while also extending the time limits for the Hunters Point Shipyard redevelopment plan. It includes necessary environmental and planning findings to ensure compliance with state and city regulations.
Ordinance approving and adopting an amendment to the Redevelopment Plan for the Hunters Point Shipyard Redevelopment Project Area (“HPS”) to authorize the transfer of up to 2,050,000 square feet of research and development and office space from HPS Phase 2 to the Bay View Hunters Point Redevelopment Plan Project Area Zone 1 and extend the Redevelopment Plan time limits for HPS Phase 2; directing the Clerk of the Board to transmit a copy of this Ordinance upon its enactment to the Successor Agency; 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.
This ordinance allows the transfer of up to 2,050,000 square feet of research and development and office space from the Hunters Point Shipyard area to the Bayview Hunters Point Redevelopment Project Area and extends the time limits for redevelopment in that zone. It also includes necessary environmental and planning findings to support these changes.
Ordinance approving and adopting an amendment to the Redevelopment Plan for the Bayview Hunters Point Redevelopment Project Area (“BVHP”) to authorize the transfer of up to 2,050,000 square feet of research and development and office space from the Hunters Point Shipyard Redevelopment Plan Project Area Phase 2 to BVHP Zone 1 and extend the Redevelopment Plan time limits for BVHP Zone 1; directing the Clerk of the Board to transmit a copy of this Ordinance upon its enactment to the Successor Agency; 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.
This resolution allows the Port of San Francisco to receive and use an $7.8 million grant from the California Coastal Conservancy for a project aimed at enhancing resilience along the Southern Embarcadero. The funding will be available from October 1, 2024, to May 31, 2027.
Resolution authorizing the Port of San Francisco to accept and expend a grant award in the amount of $7,800,000 from the California Coastal Conservancy Climate Ready Program, for Southern Embarcadero Resilience and Enhancement Project for the period of October 1, 2024, through May 31, 2027.
This ordinance allows for building permits to change certain use designations without needing professionally prepared architectural drawings, as long as there are no changes to occupant load or occupancy class, and no alterations are made. It also confirms the Planning Department's assessment regarding environmental impacts under state law.
Ordinance amending the Building Code to excuse the requirement for professionally prepared architectural drawings for building permits to change certain use designations that do not increase occupant load or occupancy class, or include alterations; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.
The ordinance allows the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing to increase funding for the Adante Hotel's booking agreement by over $2.3 million and extend the agreement's term by seven months. It also waives certain regulatory requirements to facilitate this agreement and permits HSH to make necessary amendments without increasing the city's financial obligations.
Ordinance authorizing the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing ("HSH") to amend the booking agreement with the Sayana Corporation, operator of the Adante Hotel, to increase the not to exceed amount by $2,371,068 for a total amount not to exceed $20,870,507; to extend the term of the agreement by seven months from August 31, 2024, for a new term of May 14, 2020, through March 31, 2025; waiving for certain requirements of the Administrative, Labor and Employment, and Environment Codes for said agreement; and authorizing HSH to enter into amendments that do not increase the City’s obligations or liabilities and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the agreement.