Legislation

This resolution designates September 19, 2023, as Annette Williams Day in San Francisco to honor her contributions to accessible transportation and her public service as she retires. It recognizes her legacy and impact on the community.

Resolution declaring September 19, 2023, as Annette Williams Day in the City and County of San Francisco and honoring the legacy of her career in accessible transportation and in recognition of her exemplary public service on the occasion of her well-deserved retirement.

This resolution designates September 21, 2023, as Armenian Independence Day in San Francisco and marks the 32nd anniversary of Armenia's independence. It has been officially passed by the city.

Resolution declaring September 21, 2023, as Armenian Independence Day in the City and County of San Francisco and commemorating the 32nd Anniversary of Armenian Independence Day on September 21, 2023.

This resolution allows the Department of Public Health to accept and use an additional $28,327 grant from the National Institutes of Health for a drug abuse treatment program, increasing the total funding to $109,937 for the period from June 1, 2020, to February 29, 2024. The funding will support participation in a clinical trials network focused on drug treatment.

Resolution retroactively authorizing the Department of Public Health to accept and expend a grant increase from the National Institutes of Health through Oregon Health & Science University for participation in a program, entitled “Western States Node of the National Drug Abuse Treatment Clinical Trials Network,” in the amount of $28,327 for the period of March 1, 2023, through February 29, 2024, for a total grant award amount of $109,937 for the total period of June 1, 2020, through February 29, 2024.

This motion will put a proposal on the March 5, 2024 ballot, encouraging the San Francisco Unified School District to provide Algebra 1 to eighth graders and to enhance its overall math curriculum. It aims to gather voter support for these educational initiatives.

Motion ordering submitted to the voters at an election to be held on March 5, 2024, a Declaration of Policy urging the San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD) to offer Algebra 1 to students by the eighth grade, and supporting the SFUSD in its efforts to develop its math curriculum for students at all grade levels.

This legislation proposes a hearing to discuss a policy urging the San Francisco Unified School District to provide Algebra 1 to eighth graders and to support the development of its math curriculum. If approved, this policy will be submitted to voters for consideration in the March 5, 2024, election.

Hearing to consider the proposed Declaration of Policy submitted by four or more Supervisors to the voters for the March 5, 2024, Election, entitled "Declaration of Policy urging the San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD) to offer Algebra 1 to students by the eighth grade, and supporting the SFUSD in its efforts to develop its math curriculum for students at all grade levels."

This resolution extends the time by 90 days for the Historic Preservation Commission to respond to a request for landmark designation initiated by the Board of Supervisors. It allows more time for review and consideration of the landmark status.

Resolution extending by 90 days the prescribed time within which the Historic Preservation Commission to respond to landmark designation initiation from the Board of Supervisors (File No. 230266).

This resolution officially designates October 2023 as "Filipino American History Month" in San Francisco. It aims to celebrate and acknowledge the history, culture, and contributions of Filipino Americans to the city.

Resolution recognizing October 2023 as "Filipino American History Month" and celebrating the history and culture of Filipino Americans and their immense contributions to the City and County of San Francisco.

This resolution supports Mayor London N. Breed's efforts to secure funding from the Environmental Protection Agency for greenhouse gas reduction initiatives. It also encourages city departments to get ready for establishing a green bank to finance local environmental projects.

Resolution supporting Mayor London N. Breed’s letters of support to coalitions applying for the Environmental Protection Agency’s Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund and urging City departments to prepare for the creation and implementation of a green bank to finance local projects using Greenhouse Gas Reduction funds.

This resolution urges the Municipal Transportation Agency to create a plan for implementing a No Turn On Red policy at all signalized intersections in San Francisco. It aims to enhance pedestrian safety and traffic flow throughout the city.

Resolution urging the Municipal Transportation Agency (MTA) to develop and implement a plan for No Turn On Red (NTOR) at every signalized intersection in San Francisco and approve a citywide NTOR policy.

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

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

This legislation schedules a public hearing for the Board of Supervisors to discuss Laguna Honda Hospital's plan for recertification and the process for transferring and relocating patients. The Department of Public Health will present information during this hearing, which is set for September 26, 2023.

Hearing of the Board of Supervisors sitting as a Committee of the Whole on Tuesday, September 26, 2023, at 3:00 p.m., to hold a public hearing on Laguna Honda Hospital’s Strategy for Recertification and the Submission of a Closure and Patient Transfer and Relocation Plan; and requesting the Department of Public Health to present; scheduled pursuant to Motion No. M23-010 (File No. 230034), approved on January 24, 2023.

This resolution officially recognizes September 12, 2023, as Firearm Suicide Prevention Day to honor those lost to firearm suicide and raise awareness about the issue. It aims to acknowledge the impact on individuals, families, and communities affected by this crisis.

Resolution retroactively recognizing September 12, 2023, to be Firearm Suicide Prevention Day in remembrance of the lives lost to firearm suicide, acknowledgement of the individuals, families, and communities who have been impacted, and to spread awareness about the growing firearm suicide crisis.

This ordinance requires cannabis retail locations to be at least 600 feet away from daycare centers and states that if a cannabis business stops operating for 18 months, it cannot reopen unless it goes through the process as a new business. It also confirms that the Planning Department's actions comply with environmental and planning regulations.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to require a minimum distance of 600 feet between a Cannabis Retail Use and daycare centers, exempt pending applications from that distance requirement, and establish an 18-month period of discontinuance of a Cannabis Retail Use as abandonment of the business, preventing its restoration except as a new Cannabis Retail Use; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act, making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1, and making findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare pursuant to Planning Code, Section 302.

This ordinance prohibits parcel delivery services from operating at fleet charging locations in San Francisco. It also confirms that this decision aligns with environmental regulations and the city's planning goals.

Ordinance amending the Planning Code to prohibit Parcel Delivery Service activities at Fleet Charging locations; 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 resolution expresses the Board of Supervisors' concern about the potential displacement of the Heart of the City Farmers’ Market due to the UN Activation Plan and urges the Recreation and Park Department to implement requested mitigations and keep the public informed. It has passed and aims to protect the market's location and ensure transparency in the planning process.

Resolution expressing the Board of Supervisors’ concern regarding the development of the United Nations (UN) Activation Plan and displacement of the Heart of the City Farmers’ Market from the UN Plaza, urging the Recreation and Park Department to adopt mitigations requested by the Farmers’ Market, and urging the Recreation and Park Department to provide information to the public and the Board of Supervisors regarding the pilot activation plan.

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

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

This resolution extends the time for the Planning Commission to decide on a proposed change to the Planning Code that updates the definition of Parcel Delivery Services to include fleet charging for freight or autonomous vehicles. It also confirms the Planning Department's environmental assessment and aligns with city planning policies.

Resolution retroactively extending by 90 days the prescribed time within which the Planning Commission may render its decision on an Ordinance (File No. 230704) amending the Planning Code to revise the definition of Parcel Delivery Services to include Fleet Charging for freight or Autonomous Vehicles, as defined, that are primarily engaged in or preparing to deliver parcels or goods, and Parking Garages for use by employees of a Parcel Delivery Service use; 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 resolution extends the time for the Planning Commission to decide on a proposed change to the Planning Code that would remove the public art requirement for 100% affordable housing projects and allow for the relocation or removal of existing artwork under certain conditions. It also affirms the Planning Department's environmental review and ensures consistency with the city's General Plan and priority policies.

Resolution retroactively extending by 90 days the prescribed time within which the Planning Commission may render its decision on an Ordinance (File No. 230706) amending the Planning Code to eliminate the public art requirement for 100% affordable housing projects and provide for the relocation or removal of existing artwork at such projects subject to certain conditions, and affirming the Planning Department’s California Environmental Quality Act determination; and making Planning Code, Section 302, findings, and making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1.

This resolution designates September 2023 as the Eighth Annual San Francisco Transit Month, promoting the use of public transportation in the city. It aims to encourage residents to utilize transit options and raise awareness about their benefits.

Resolution proclaiming the month of September 2023 as the Eighth Annual San Francisco Transit Month in the City and County of San Francisco.

This resolution officially designates September 2023 as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month in San Francisco. It aims to raise awareness about childhood cancer and support affected families.

Resolution recognizing the month of September 2023 as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month in the City and County of San Francisco.

This resolution officially designates August 31, 2023, as International Overdose Awareness Day in San Francisco. It aims to raise awareness about overdose prevention and honor those affected by overdose.

Resolution recognizing August 31, 2023, as an International Overdose Awareness Day in the City and County of San Francisco.

This resolution urges the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing to fill at least half of the vacant Permanent Supportive Housing units within 90 days and to keep the vacancy rate at 5% or lower moving forward. It aims to address the housing needs of homeless individuals in San Francisco.

Resolution urging the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing (HSH) to fill at least half of the vacant Permanent Supportive Housing units within 90 days and to maintain a vacancy rate no greater than 5% thereafter.

The ordinance authorizes the City to settle a lawsuit with Twilio Inc. for $18 million regarding tax refunds for telephone users and access line taxes from 2009 to 2018. It also stipulates that the City will not impose additional taxes for two months after the settlement payment, and Twilio will handle tax collection in a specified way moving forward.

Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Twilio Inc. against the City and County of San Francisco for $18,000,000; the lawsuit was filed on May 27, 2021, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-21-592267; entitled Twilio Inc. v. City and County of San Francisco; the lawsuit involves a claim for refund of telephone users taxes and access line taxes, and related penalties and interest, for tax periods June 1, 2009, through and including December 31, 2018; other material terms of the settlement are that the City will not impose additional telephone users taxes and access line taxes, and any related penalties and interest, for any periods through two months after the settlement is paid, and Twilio Inc. will collect and remit telephone users taxes and access line taxes in a certain manner for all subsequent periods.

This resolution allows the Department of Public Health to use a cash gift of up to $79,231.32 from the Estate of Janet D. Kramer for Laguna Honda Hospital, covering the period from July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2032. It has been officially approved and is now in effect.

Resolution retroactively authorizing the Department of Public Health to accept and expend a cash gift in the amount of up to $79,231.32 from the Estate of Janet D. Kramer through the Federal Reserve in support of the Laguna Honda Hospital for the period of July 1, 2022, through June 30, 2032.

This legislation schedules a public hearing for the Board of Supervisors to discuss updates on the Draft San Francisco Reparations Plan and the Dream Keeper Initiative. It involves presentations from the Human Rights Commission, the African American Reparations Advisory Committee, and the Dream Keeper Initiative.

Hearing of the Board of Supervisors sitting as a Committee of the Whole on Tuesday, September 19, 2023, at 3:00 p.m., to hold a public hearing on the Draft San Francisco Reparations Plan and Dream Keeper Initiative updates; and requesting the Human Rights Commission, the African American Reparations Advisory Committee, and the Dream Keeper Initiative to present; scheduled pursuant to Motion No. M23-021 (File No. 230077), approved on January 31, 2023.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The ordinance approves an extension of contracts with the U.S. Department of Energy for low-cost power delivery to Treasure Island and Yerba Buena Island, increasing the total contract amount to $41.5 million and extending the term until December 31, 2029. It also includes provisions for the City to indemnify the U.S. against claims and waives certain administrative requirements.

Ordinance approving the fourth amendments to two contracts between the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) and the United States Department of Energy Western Area Power Administration for delivery of low-cost power and scheduling coordinator services to Treasure Island and Yerba Buena Island to extend the term by five years and three months from October 1, 2024, for a total term of September 1, 2005, through December 31, 2029, and increasing the maximum amount of the agreements to $41,500,000; approving the City indemnifying and holding harmless the United States against claims arising from the City’s activities under the contract; waiving Administrative Code requirements that a City contract contain a statement of guaranteed maximum costs and a statement regarding liability of claimants for submitting false claims; and waiving certain other Administrative Code and Environment Code requirements upon findings made by the SFPUC General Manager.

This resolution honors the 50th anniversary of Bruce Lee's death, recognizing his impact on martial arts and popular culture. It serves to celebrate his legacy and contributions to the community.

Resolution commemorating the 50th Anniversary of Bruce Lee’s passing.

This resolution officially designates September 29, 2023, as Korean Chuseok Day in San Francisco and acknowledges the Korean Center, Inc. for its support of the Korean American community. It has been passed by the city legislature.

Resolution recognizing September 29, 2023, as Korean Chuseok Day and honoring the Korean Center, Inc. for its contributions to the Korean American community in the City and County of San Francisco.

This motion aimed to overturn the Planning Department's decision that a project at 949 Lombard 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 949 Lombard Street is exempt from further environmental review, subject to the adoption of written findings of the Board in support of this determination.

This ordinance dedicates Mission Bay South Park P3 for public use and accepts an offer to acquire the facilities for park improvements. It also establishes the park for public maintenance and liability, while ensuring compliance with environmental and planning regulations.

Ordinance dedicating Mission Bay South Park P3 (between 3rd and 4th Streets and Mission Creek) to public use; accepting an irrevocable offer for the acquisition facilities that comprise the park improvements; designating said facilities for public park and open space purposes only; accepting Park P3 for City maintenance and liability purposes, subject to specified limitations; adopting findings under the California Environmental Quality Act; making findings of consistency with the General Plan, the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1, and the Mission Bay South Redevelopment Plan; adopting a Public Works Order that recommends acceptance of the Park P3 and related actions; and authorizing official acts, as defined, in connection with this Ordinance.

This resolution approves the termination of a lease agreement for wellness services at Terminal 3 and the International Terminal at San Francisco International Airport. It involves Spa BR SFO, LLC, and takes effect once the resolution is approved.

Resolution approving the Lease Termination Agreement for the Terminal 3 Boarding Area E and International Terminal Boarding Area G Wellness Concession Lease No. 18-0234, between Spa BR SFO, LLC dba Be Relax, as tenant, and the City and County of San Francisco, acting by and through its Airport Commission, effective upon approval of this Resolution.

The resolution urges the City Administrator and City Controller to encourage city contractors who have benefited from slave trades to voluntarily contribute to efforts that address the impacts of slavery. It has been passed by the city.

Resolution urging the City Administrator and City Controller to encourage city contractors that have participated and/or profited from slave trades to make voluntary contributions to ameliorate the legacy of slavery.

This resolution urges social media platforms like Meta, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok to better enforce their community standards to remove content that promotes guns, violence, racism, and hate. It has been passed by the city to encourage safer online environments.

Resolution urging Social Media Platforms to enforce their Community Standards and/or Guidelines to prevent and eliminate content promoting guns, violence, racism, hate, or any other content that violates the Community Standards and/or Guidelines through their platforms on Meta, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, among other products and services.