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This ordinance broadens the exemption from increased transfer tax rates for certain rent-restricted affordable housing transactions valued at $5 million or more, retroactively applying it to transfers since January 1, 2017, and extending the exemption until December 31, 2030. It also affirms the Planning Department's compliance with environmental regulations.
Ordinance amending the Business and Tax Regulations Code to broaden the exemption from the increased transfer tax rates when the consideration or value of the interest or property conveyed equals or exceeds $5,000,000 for transfers of certain rent-restricted affordable housing; applying the exemption retroactively to transfers occurring on or after January 1, 2017; extending the exemption through December 31, 2030; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.
This resolution allows the city to lease property at 42 Gough Street to Gough Club, LLC for three years at an initial rent of $44,472 per year, with annual increases tied to the Consumer Price Index. It also gives the Director of Property the authority to make minor changes to the lease without increasing the city's obligations.
Resolution authorizing and approving the lease of real property located at 42 Gough Street, with Gough Club, LLC, a California limited liability corporation, for a three year term at an initial base rent of $44,472 per year with annual rent increases based on the Consumer Price Index of 3% to 5%, with one option to extend for one-year, effective upon approval of this Resolution; authorizing the Director of Property to enter into any additions, amendments, or other modifications to the Lease that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities of the City to effectuate the purposes of the Lease or this Resolution.
This resolution allows the transfer of a liquor license to Fig & Thistle at 313 Ivy Street, determining it will benefit the public. It also requests that the state impose specific conditions on the license issuance.
Resolution determining that the person-to-person, premise-to-premise transfer of a Type-48 on-sale general public premises liquor license to 7682 LLC, to do business as Fig & Thistle, located at 313 Ivy Street (District 5), 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 legislation involves a hearing to review the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing's strategic plan, focusing on available beds, waitlist openings, and the effectiveness of their coordinated entry system. The goal is to assess how the plan will impact street conditions over the next five years and to require a report from the department.
Hearing on the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing's Strategic Plan, to understand how the department prepares its approach to homelessness as far as available beds in the system whether permanent or temporary, the number of available openings on the waitlist for each program, how the department maintains its coordinated entry system with the number of individuals awaiting for housing and those who do not qualify for housing, and how the impact of the strategic plan's implementation will have on street conditions over the next five years; and requesting the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing to report.
This hearing is focused on discussing the implementation of the CARE Court, which aims to provide support for individuals with mental health and substance use issues by October 1, 2023. It will involve presentations from the Department of Public Health, Superior Court, and Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing.
Hearing on plans to implement the Community Assistance, Recovery, and Empowerment (CARE) Court by October 1, 2023; and requesting the Department of Public Health, Superior Court, and Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing to present.
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 urges the City Administrator to develop a coordinated strategy for City Departments and community organizations to access funding from the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act for creating Community Resiliency Hubs. It also requires a progress report on this plan by November 28, 2023.
Resolution urging the City Administrator to create a centralized framework and strategy by which to coordinate City Departments and eligible community-based organizations, to secure and leverage available 2022 Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) funding, including identifying infrastructure development, financing and grant opportunities to support the creation of Community Resiliency Hubs to provide essential response and recovery support during and after emergencies, including natural and climate disasters; and urging the City Administrator to report back with a plan no later than November 28, 2023.
The ordinance changes the name of a special zoning district to include both family and senior housing and allows for increased housing density on certain corner lots in specific residential districts. It also extends development benefits to additional residential areas and updates the zoning map accordingly.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to change the title of the Family Housing Opportunity Special Use District to the Family and Senior Housing Opportunity Special Use District (“SUD”); authorize within the SUD the greater of up to six units per lot or one unit per 1,000 square feet of lot area on individual Corner Lots in RH (Residential House) Districts, the greater of up to 18 units per lot or one unit per 1,000 square feet of lot area on Corner Lots resulting from three lot mergers in RH-1 districts, and the greater of up to 12 units per lot or one unit per 1,000 square feet of lot area on Corner Lots resulting from two lot mergers in RH-1 districts; extend various development and streamlining benefits, including lot merger benefits, to RM-1 (Residential, Mixed), RH-2, and RH-3 Districts within the area of the SUD bounded by the Great Highway, Lincoln Way, 19th Avenue, and Sloat Boulevard; and refine project eligibility criteria in the SUD; amending the Zoning Map to reflect the renamed Family and Senior Housing Special Use District; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and making findings of consistency with the General Plan and the eight priority policies of Planning Code Section 101.1, and findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare under Planning Code, Section 302.
This legislation is a hearing to evaluate traffic enforcement and street safety in San Francisco. It requests reports from the Police Department and the Municipal Transportation Agency on these issues.
Hearing on the state of traffic enforcement and street safety in San Francisco; and requesting the Police Department and Municipal Transportation Agency to report.
This resolution allows the transfer of a liquor license to a business called Ad Hoc at 779 Bush Street, determining it will benefit the public. It also requests that the state impose specific conditions on the license's issuance.
Resolution determining that the premise-to-premise transfer of a Type-48 on-sale general public premises liquor license to 790 Bush Street Ventures, Inc., to do business as Ad Hoc, located at 779 Bush 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 approves the transfer of a beer and wine liquor license to Valencia Whole Foods at 999 Valencia Street, stating it will benefit the public. It also requests that the state impose specific conditions on the license's issuance.
Resolution determining that the person-to-person, premise-to-premise transfer of a Type-20 off-sale beer and wine liquor license to Valencia WF Inc., to do business as Valencia Whole Foods, located at 999 Valencia 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.
The resolution approves a loan of up to $47.39 million to 440 Geary LLC for a 122-unit supportive housing project for homeless households at 440 Geary Street. It authorizes the Mayor and the Director of the Mayor's Office of Housing and Community Development to execute and modify the loan agreement as needed.
Resolution approving and authorizing a Loan Agreement with 440 Geary LLC in an amount not to exceed $47,390,000 for a minimum loan term of 55 years (“Loan Agreement”) to provide permanent financing for a 122-unit single-room occupancy residential building consisting of 121 units of permanent supportive housing to homeless households, one manager unit, and two ancillary ground floor commercial units (the “Project”) located at 440 Geary Street, adopting findings that the Project and proposed transactions are consistent with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; authorizing the Mayor and the Director of Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development (“MOHCD”) to execute the Loan Agreement, and make certain modifications to such agreements, as defined herein, and take certain actions in furtherance of this Resolution, as defined herein; and authorizing the Director of MOHCD to enter into any additions, amendments, or other modifications to the Loan Agreement that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the Loan Agreement or this Resolution.
The resolution declares two city properties as exempt surplus land and affirms their use for developing 100% affordable housing with some commercial space. It also establishes a long-term ground lease for the properties with specific financial terms and confirms the Planning Department's approval for the projects under state legislation.
Resolution 1) declaring the City’s real property located at 1939 Market Street (Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 3501, Lot No. 006) (“1939 Market Property”) and 1515 South Van Ness Avenue (“1515 SVN” Property, and together with the 1939 Market Property, collectively, the “Property”) as Exempt Surplus Land under California Government Code, Sections 25539.4 and 54221(f)(1)(A); 2) affirming use of the Property by the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development (“MOHCD”) for the development as 100% affordable housing with ancillary commercial space; 3) affirming MOHCD’s intent to convey the Property under a long term ground lease with an annual base rent of $100 annual lease monitoring fee of $15,000 and restricting the Property for affordable housing and ancillary commercial space; and 4) affirming the Planning Department’s approval of the projects developed on the Property under Senate Bill (SB) No. 35 or Assembly Bill (AB) No. 2162.
This resolution allows the Director of Property to amend the lease for the San Francisco Wholesale Produce Market to allocate city funds for improvements outlined in the Produce Market Reinvestment Plan. It also confirms that the project complies with environmental regulations and city planning policies.
Resolution approving and authorizing the Director of Property to enter into a first amendment to the current lease (“Lease”) for the San Francisco Wholesale Produce Market, located near 2095 Jerrold Avenue (generally bordering Highway 280 and Innes and Kirkwood Avenues, and Toland and Rankin Streets), with the San Francisco Market Corporation to distribute City funds to support the development of certain elements of the Produce Market Reinvestment Plan; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; adopting findings that the contemplated transactions are consistent with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of the Planning Code, Section 101.1; authorizing the Director of Property to execute a first amendment to the Lease, make certain modifications, and take certain actions in furtherance of this Resolution and the Lease, as defined herein; and authorizing the Director of Property to enter into any additions, amendments, or other modifications to the Lease that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities of the City to effectuate the purposes of the First Amendment or this Resolution.
This resolution allows the transfer of a liquor license for Coolwater SF LLC, operating as Slake San Francisco Bottle and Sundry, at 3239 Balboa Street. It has been determined that this transfer will benefit the public in San Francisco.
Resolution determining that the person-to-person, premises-to-premises transfer of a Type-21 off-sale general beer, wine, and distilled spirits liquor license to Coolwater SF LLC, doing business as Slake San Francisco Bottle and Sundry, located at 3239 Balboa 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.
This resolution allows ODC Theater at 3153-17th Street to obtain a special liquor license for serving alcohol, which is deemed beneficial for the community. It also requests that the state impose specific conditions on this license.
Resolution determining that the issuance of a Type-64 special on-sale general theater liquor license to ODC, doing business as the ODC Theater, located at 3153-17th 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 a condition on the issuance of the license.
This resolution allows the Adult Probation Department to use a $507,470 grant from the Board of State and Community Corrections for the Mobile Probation Service Centers Program, covering the period from May 1, 2023, to September 30, 2027. It was passed retroactively to authorize the funding.
Resolution retroactively authorizing the Adult Probation Department to accept and expend a grant in the amount of $507,470 from the Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) for the Mobile Probation Service Centers Grant Program funded through The Budget Act of 2022 (Assembly Bill No. 178), for the period of May 1, 2023, through September 30, 2027.
This resolution allows the Public Utilities Commission to spend up to $4,772,710 for CleanPowerSF's involvement in a Joint Powers Authority with other Community Choice Aggregators over the next 25 years, from January 1, 2024, to December 31, 2048. It aims to support community-based renewable energy initiatives.
Resolution reauthorizing the Public Utilities Commission’s cost for CleanPowerSF’s participation in a Joint Powers Authority consisting of Community Choice Aggregators with a not to exceed amount of $4,772,710 for a duration of twenty-five years from January 1, 2024, through December 31, 2048.
This resolution approves a no-cost agreement with Caltrans for the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission to maintain improvements at 18 locations along a six-mile stretch of State Route 35 in San Mateo County. It is part of the Southern Skyline Boulevard Ridge Trail Extension Project and requires approval from the Board of Supervisors.
Resolution approving the terms and conditions and authorizing the execution of the no-cost Project Specific Maintenance Agreement with the State of California, Department of Transportation, for San Francisco Public Utilities Commission’s ongoing maintenance of its proposed improvements at 18 locations within Caltrans’ right-of-way along a six-mile section of State Route 35, south of State Route 92, in San Mateo County, California, for the Southern Skyline Boulevard Ridge Trail Extension Project, subject to Board of Supervisors’ approval under Charter, Section 9.118.
This charter amendment aimed to allow the Mayor to disapprove specific SFMTA budget proposals, including fare increases and changes to parking meter operations. The proposal has been killed and will not be on the ballot for the March 5, 2024 election.
Charter Amendment (Second Draft) to amend the Charter of the City and County of San Francisco to provide that the Mayor may disapprove in writing certain San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) proposals that must be part of SFMTA’s proposed budget or budget amendment; proposals subject to disapproval are increases in fares and parking meter maximum rates, and net expansion of hours or days of parking meter operation; at an election to be held on March 5, 2024.
This ordinance requires the Chief of Police to create a strategy for foot and bike patrols within the Police Department. The aim is to enhance community policing and improve public safety.
Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to require the Chief of Police to adopt a foot and bike patrol strategy for the Police Department.
This ordinance designates the Colombo Market Arch at 600 Front Street as a landmark, ensuring its preservation under city planning standards. It also confirms that the designation aligns with environmental regulations and city planning policies.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to designate Colombo Market Arch, situated within Sydney Walton Square, 600 Front Street, a portion of Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0172, Lot No. 010, 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 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 allows a seating area on Taraval Street at 46th Avenue to be classified as two shared sidewalk spaces, bypassing certain Administrative Code requirements. It also confirms that the Planning Department's assessment complies with environmental regulations.
Ordinance waiving specified requirements in the Administrative Code to allow seating area designated as a curbside traffic island on Taraval Street at 46th Avenue to be defined as two sidewalk shared spaces, subject to certain requirements; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.
This resolution allows the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to use up to $114,800 from the SoMa Community Stabilization Fund to support residents and businesses affected by destabilization in the South of Market area until June 30, 2024. The funding aims to address various impacts of community changes in that neighborhood.
Resolution authorizing the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to expend SoMa Community Stabilization Fund dollars in the amount of up to $114,800 to address various impacts of destabilization on residents and businesses in SoMa for a term to commence effective upon approval this Resolution through June 30, 2024.
The resolution approves a 75-year lease for city-owned property at 683 Florida Street and 2070 Bryant Street to 681 Florida Street Commercial LLC for $1 annually, aimed at developing community-serving commercial spaces. It also allows the removal of this property from an existing residential lease and confirms that the project aligns with city planning policies.
Resolution 1) approving and authorizing the Director of Property and the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development (“MOHCD”) to enter into a Commercial Ground Lease for Real Property owned by the City and located at 683 Florida Street and 2070 Bryant Street (together, the “Commercial Property”) with 681 Florida Street Commercial LLC, for a lease term of 75 years and one 24-year option to extend and an annual base rent of $1 (“Commercial Ground Lease”), in order to develop two adjoining ground floor commercial spaces for public benefit or community-serving uses (“Commercial Project”); 2) approving and authorizing the Director of Property and the Director of MOHCD to enter into a First Amendment to Residential Ground Lease to remove the Commercial Property from the leased premises under the Residential Ground Lease between the City and 681 Florida Housing Associates, L.P.; 3) adopting findings that the Project and proposed transactions are consistent with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; 4) determining that the less than market rent payable under the Commercial Ground Lease will serve a public purpose by providing commercial spaces for community-serving spaces, in accordance with Administrative Code, Section 23.3; and 5) authorizing the Director of Property and/or the Director of MOHCD to execute the Commercial Ground Lease and the First Amendment to Residential Ground Lease and make certain modifications to such agreements, as defined herein, and take certain actions in furtherance of this Resolution, as defined herein.
This resolution allows the Recreation and Park Department to declare an emergency for repairing and replacing the elevators at Portsmouth Square Parking Garage, with a budget limit of $2.2 million. It has been officially approved.
Resolution approving the Recreation and Park Department General Manager’s declaration of emergency under Administrative Code, Section 6.60, for the repair and replacement of the elevators at Portsmouth Square Parking Garage, with a not to exceed amount of $2,200,000.
This resolution sets a property tax rate of $1.17769382 for every $100 of taxable property value in San Francisco, which supports various local educational and transportation agencies. It also establishes a pass-through rate of $0.0726 per $100 for residential tenants, allowing landlords to pass some of the tax costs onto renters.
Resolution levying property taxes at a combined rate of $1.17769382 on each $100 valuation of taxable property for the City and County of San Francisco, San Francisco Unified School District, San Francisco County Office of Education, San Francisco Community College District, Bay Area Rapid Transit District, and Bay Area Air Quality Management District; and establishing a pass-through rate of $0.0726 per $100 of assessed value for residential tenants pursuant to Administrative Code, Chapter 37, for the Fiscal Year (FY) ending June 30, 2024.
The resolution aimed to approve a new five-year lease for office space at 1155 Market Street for various City Departments, starting February 1, 2023, at an initial annual rent of approximately $6.7 million, with annual increases. However, the resolution failed and will not be enacted.
Resolution retroactively approving and authorizing the Director of Property to amend and restate the current lease with The Lighthouse Building LLC, as Landlord, for the City’s lease of approximately 103,487 square feet of rentable square feet comprised of floors one through eight at 1155 Market Street for use by approximately nine City Departments, to enter into an amended and restated office lease for a lease term of five years, commencing February 1, 2023, through January 31, 2028, with one five-year option to extend to January 31, 2033, at an initial annual rent of $6,685,260.20 (or $557,105.02 per month) with 3% annual increases thereafter for the remainder of the initial term; and authorizing the Director of Property to enter into any additions, amendments, or other modifications to the Restated Lease that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities of the City to effectuate the purposes of this Resolution.
This resolution initiates a process to amend the landmark designation of San Francisco Fire Station No. 44 at 1298 Girard Street. It aims to update its historical status under the city's Planning Code.
Resolution initiating an amendment to the landmark designation of the San Francisco Fire Station No. 44, located at 1298 Girard Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 6194, Lot No. 010, under Article 10 of the Planning Code.
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 establishes the 900 Kearny Street Special Use District, which modifies the Planning Code and Zoning Map to regulate land use in that area. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's General Plan and priority policies.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code and Zoning Map to create the 900 Kearny Street Special Use District; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and making findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare pursuant to Planning Code, Section 302.
The ordinance authorizes the City to settle a lawsuit by returning $130,401.66 in fees to the plaintiffs who challenged the denial of their application to convert a building into condominiums. The settlement also includes waiving the City’s litigation costs and withdrawing both parties' appeals.
Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Adam Smith, et al., against the City and County of San Francisco for return of the Expedited Conversion Program fee in the amount of $130,401.66; the lawsuit was filed on September 28, 2021, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CPF-21-517578; entitled Adam Smith, et al. v. City and County of San Francisco; the lawsuit challenges the Board of Supervisors’ denial of Petitioners’ application to convert their six-unit building at 424-434 Francisco Street to condominiums under the City’s Expedited Conversion Program (Subd. Code, Section 1396.4); the settlement includes return of Petitioners’ Expedited Conversion Program fee and waiver of the City’s litigation costs; other material terms of the settlement are the parties’ agreement to withdraw their respective appeals.
This resolution approves a lease agreement for property at 716-720 Sacramento Street, allowing the Department of Public Health to pay $370,000 annually with 3% increases, effective from July 1, 2023, until June 30, 2026, with options to extend. It also gives the Director of Property the authority to make minor changes to the lease as needed without increasing the city's obligations.
Resolution retroactively approving and authorizing the Director of Property, on behalf of the Department of Public Health, to execute a Fourth Amendment to a Lease of real property located at 716-720 Sacramento Street, with 716 Sacramento LLC (73.4%) and DLS Sacramento LLC (26.6%), at a base rent of $370,000 per year with 3% annual increases, for an initial term commencing July 1, 2023, with a total term of December 1, 1996, through June 30, 2026, with two one-year options to extend; and to authorize the Director or Property to enter into any extensions, amendments, or modifications to the Lease that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the Lease or this Resolution.
This resolution approves a lease agreement for a portion of property at 2205 Jennings Street for three years at an annual rent of $264,000, with a 3% increase each year and an option to extend for five more years. It also allows the Director of Property to make minor amendments to the lease as needed.
Resolution authorizing and approving the lease of a portion of the real property located at 2205 Jennings Street with J.D. Harney, Inc., a California corporation, John Daniel Harney and Bernadette Patricia Harney, Co-Trustees or Successor Trustee of the John Daniel Harney and Bernadette Patricia Harney Revocable Living Trust Under Agreement dated August 13, 1987, as Community Property, and MM1495Wall LP, a California Limited partnership, for an initial three-year term at an annual base rent of $264,000 (or the monthly amount of $22,000); plus 3% annual increases to base rent; plus one five-year extension option to further extend the term of the Lease; the Lease will be effective upon approval of this Resolution; and to authorize the Director of Property to enter into amendments or modifications to the Lease that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the Lease or this Resolution.
This resolution approves a five-year lease agreement for office space at Bayview Plaza for the Department of Public Health, with an annual base rent of $554,347 and 3% yearly increases. It also authorizes the Director of Property to make necessary amendments or extensions to the lease without significantly altering the city's obligations or benefits.
Resolution approving and authorizing the Director of Property, on behalf of the Department of Public Health, to execute a Lease Agreement for the term of five years with two five-year options to extend the term for continued use of office space with the Bayview Plaza, LLC, located at 3801-3rd Street, Suite 400, at a base rent of $554,347 per year (approximately $37.39 per square foot) with 3% annual rent increases effective upon approval of the Resolution and upon execution of the Lease by the Director of Property; and authorizing the Director of Property to execute any amendments, options to extend the agreement term, make certain modifications and take certain actions that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City, do not materially decrease the benefits to the City and are necessary or advisable to effectuate the purposes of the Lease Agreement or this Resolution.
This legislation is a hearing to discuss San Francisco's plan to tackle car break-ins. It requests reports from various city departments, including the Mayor's Office and the Police Department, on their strategies and actions.
Hearing to discuss the City's comprehensive plan to address car break-ins; and requesting the Mayor's Office, Police Department, Office of the District Attorney, Office of Economic and Workforce Development, Municipal Transportation Agency, and Department of Emergency Management to report.
The resolution allows the City to lease a 400-square-foot radio equipment room and an antenna at Twin Peaks to the California Highway Patrol for $9,000 per year, with a 10-year term and options to renew. It also authorizes the Director of Property to make necessary adjustments to the lease without significantly increasing the City's obligations.
Resolution authorizing and approving the lease of approximately 400 square feet of the City-owned radio equipment room and one antenna at 125 Christmas Tree Point, aka Twin Peaks Blvd, with the State of California, General Services Agency, for the California Highway Patrol, for an initial annual base rent of $9,000 with annual adjustments of four percent for a term of 10 years, with two five-year options to renew to commence upon execution of the Lease, and after approval of this Resolution by the Board of Supervisors and Mayor, in their respective sole and absolute discretion; finding the proposed transaction is in conformance with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and to authorize the Director or Property to enter into any extensions, amendments, or modifications to the Lease that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the Lease or this Resolution.
This resolution allows the Recreation and Park Department to lease a property under Highway 280 for 10 years, with options to extend, at an annual rent of $2,000 that will increase by 4% each year. It also confirms that this action aligns with the city's General Plan and planning policies.
Resolution authorizing a lease with the State of California, acting by and through its Department of Transportation, for the Recreation and Park Department to operate a property commonly known as Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 5331, Lot No. 056, located under Highway 280 along Selby Street between Quesada Avenue and Palou Avenue, for an initial term of 10 years with three five-year options and base rent of $2,000 per year with four percent yearly adjustments; adopting environmental findings and other findings that the actions set forth in this Resolution are consistent with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and authorizing other actions in furtherance of this Resolution, as defined herein.
This resolution approves an agreement for San Francisco to maintain artwork located at specific intersections under Caltrans jurisdiction and indemnifies Caltrans against any claims related to the city's maintenance actions. It becomes effective once the resolution is approved.
Resolution approving a maintenance agreement between the City and County of San Francisco and the California Department of Transportation (“Caltrans”) for the City’s maintenance of artwork on right-of-way within Caltrans jurisdiction located at the southeast corner of 17th Street and San Bruno Avenue, and southwest corner of 17th Street and Vermont Street for the Potrero Gateway Public Art Project; and the City’s indemnification of Caltrans for any claims occurring by reason of anything done or omitted to be done by City under the agreement, effective upon approval of this Resolution.
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 encourages the Interdepartmental Staff Committee on Traffic and Transportation to approve a plan that would permit the How Weird Street Faire in 2023 to charge an admission fee. It has already been passed by the city.
Resolution urging the Interdepartmental Staff Committee on Traffic and Transportation to approve a proposed plan to allow the How Weird Street Faire for 2023 to charge an admission fee.
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 ordinance allows the Airport Commission to purchase up to 14 used compressed natural gas transit buses from Phoenix without going through the usual competitive bidding process, for a total cost of up to $350,000. It also gives the Airport Director the authority to negotiate the agreement's terms within that budget.
Ordinance waiving competitive bidding requirements in the Administrative Code, and all other requirements in the Administrative Code, Environment Code, or other parts of the Municipal Code as applied to a commodities purchase, to authorize the Airport Commission to procure up to 14 used compressed natural gas transit buses from the City of Phoenix, which owns and operates Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, for an amount not to exceed $350,000; and authorizing the Airport Director to negotiate the terms of the agreement consistent with the not to exceed amount.
This resolution extends a grant agreement with Episcopal Community Services for the Cova Non-Congregate Shelter by 10 months and increases the funding by over $5 million, bringing the total to approximately $15 million. It also allows the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing to make minor adjustments to the agreement as needed.
Resolution approving the third amendment to the grant agreement between Episcopal Community Services and the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing (“HSH”) for services at the Cova Non-Congregate Shelter; extending the grant term by 10 months from November 1, 2023, for a total term of December 18, 2021, through August 31, 2024; increasing the agreement amount by $5,150,877 for a total amount not to exceed $15,091,353; 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 Episcopal Community Services to manage and provide supportive services at the Henry Hotel, a permanent supportive housing site. The grant term is extended by 20 months and the total funding amount is increased to nearly $14.6 million.
Resolution approving the third amendment to the grant agreement between Episcopal Community Services and the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing (“HSH”) for property management and supportive services at the Henry Hotel, a permanent supportive housing site; extending the grant term by 20 months from October 31, 2023, for a total term of July 1, 2019, through June 30, 2025; increasing the agreement amount by $4,853,433 for a total amount not to exceed $14,591,945; 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 Episcopal Community Services to manage and provide supportive services at five permanent supportive housing buildings. The grant term is extended by 16 months and the total funding amount is increased to nearly $47.2 million.
Resolution approving the first amendment to the grant agreement between Episcopal Community Services and the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing (“HSH”) for property management and supportive services at five permanent supportive housing buildings; extending the grant term by 16 months from February 29, 2024, for a total term of January 1, 2021, through June 30, 2025; increasing the agreement amount by $20,829,789 for a total amount not to exceed $47,159,399; 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 ordinance waives fees for awning replacements, new awning installations, and business signs applied for in May 2023 and May 2024. It also clarifies that these waivers are based on the application date rather than the issuance date.
Ordinance amending the Planning, Building, and Fire Codes to codify the annual waiver of awning replacement fees and awning sign fees applied for during the month of May, to annually waive fees for Business Signs and new awning installations applied for during the months of May 2023 and May 2024, and to indicate that the Planning Code, Building, and Fire Code waivers pertaining to pedestrian street lighting as well as awning replacement, awning installation, and awning sign fees are keyed to permit application in May rather than permit issuance in May; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and making findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare pursuant to Planning Code, Section 302.
The ordinance modifies how development impact fees are calculated and paid, allowing certain projects to defer fees until occupancy and exempting some projects from fees for three years. It also updates the Planning Code to support existing fees for community services and infrastructure.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to 1) modify the annual indexing of certain development impact fees, with the exception of inclusionary housing fees; 2) provide that the type and rates of applicable development impact fees, with the exception of inclusionary housing fees, shall be determined at the time of project approval; 3) exempt eligible development projects in PDR (Production, Distribution, and Repair) Districts, and the C-2 (Community Business) and C-3 (Downtown Commercial) Zoning Districts from all development impact fees for a three-year period; 4) allow payment of development impact fees, with the exception of fees deposited in the Citywide Affordable Housing Fund, to be deferred until issuance of the first certificate of occupancy; and 5) adopt the San Francisco Citywide Nexus Analysis supporting existing development impact fees for recreation and open space, childcare facilities, complete streets, and transit infrastructure and making conforming revisions to Article 4 of the Planning Code; amending the Building Code to allow payment of development impact fees, with the exception of fees deposited in the Citywide Affordable Housing Fund, to be deferred until issuance of the first certificate of occupancy and repealing the fee deferral surcharge; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and making findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare pursuant to Planning Code, Section 302.
This resolution officially accepts the final plans and studies for creating a San Francisco Municipal Financial Corporation and a Public Bank. It outlines the governance and business strategies for these financial entities aimed at supporting local economic development.
Resolution accepting receipt of the San Francisco Reinvestment Working Group’s Final Governance Plan, Business Plan and Viability Study for a San Francisco Municipal Financial Corporation and Final Governance Plan, Business Plan and Viability Study for a San Francisco Public Bank.
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 resolution adds the street name "Panos Place" to a section of Corbin Place in honor of San Francisco resident Panagiotis Koutsoyannis. It has been officially passed by the city.
Resolution adding the commemorative street name “Panos Place” to Corbin Place between the 100 and 200 block of Corbett Avenue in recognition of San Francisco resident Panagiotis Koutsoyannis.
This legislation is a hearing to discuss releasing $2.9 million in reserved funds to the Mayor's Office of Housing and Community Development for a loan to the Mission Economic Development Agency. The funds will be used for acquiring and renovating a property at 566 Natoma Street in the SoMa neighborhood.
Hearing to consider the release of reserved funds to the Mayor's Office of Housing and Community Development, placed on Budget and Finance Committee reserve by Board of Supervisors Resolution No. 207-17 in the amount of $2,900,000 to provide a Small Sites Program (SSP) loan to Mission Economic Development Agency (MEDA) for the acquisition and rehabilitation of 566 Natoma Street, located in the SoMa neighborhood.
This motion confirms that the Planning Department has decided that the project at 939 Lombard Street does not require an environmental review because it falls under a category that is exempt from such assessments. The motion has been officially approved.
Motion affirming the determination by the Planning Department that the proposed project at 939 Lombard Street is categorically exempt from environmental review.
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 motion aimed to have the Board of Supervisors prepare findings to overturn the Planning Department's decision that a project at 939 Lombard 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 939 Lombard Street is exempt from further environmental review.
This ordinance requires a minimum number of residential units to be built in certain zoning districts, promoting higher density housing development. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with the city’s overall planning goals.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to require minimum residential density, in Residential-Mixed (RM), Residential Commercial (RC), and Residential Transit Oriented (RTO) Districts except for Residential-Transit Oriented - Mission (RTO-M) Districts; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making findings of consistency with the General Plan and the eight priority policies of Planning Code Section 101.1, and making findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare pursuant to Planning Code, Section 302.
This ordinance creates a special use district for the redevelopment of a cultural center at Wawona Street and 45th Avenue, including updates to the Planning Code and Zoning Map. It also affirms compliance with environmental regulations and consistency with the city's General Plan.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to create the Wawona Street and 45th Avenue Cultural Center Special Use District (Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 2513, Lot No. 026) to facilitate the redevelopment of a cultural center; amending the Zoning Map to show the Wawona Street and 45th Avenue Cultural Center Special Use District; amending the Local Coastal Program to add the Wawona Street and 45th Avenue Cultural Center Special Use District, subject to certification by the California Coastal Commission; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and making findings of consistency with the General Plan and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1 and findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare under Planning Code, Section 302.
This motion was intended to approve or reject the Mayor's nomination of Vincent Yuen to the Sanitation and Streets Commission, with a term set to end on July 1, 2026. However, the motion has been withdrawn and will not proceed.
Motion approving/rejecting the Mayor’s nomination for the appointment of Vincent Yuen to the Sanitation and Streets Commission, term ending July 1, 2026.
The ordinance creates a special zoning district for non-profit arts education at 800 Chestnut Street, allowing for specific uses and protections for arts organizations in that area. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with city planning goals.
Ordinance amending the Planning Code to create the Non-Profit Arts Education Special Use District (Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 49, Lot No. 1, generally bounded by Francisco Street, Jones Street, Chestnut Street, and Leavenworth Street, and numbered as 800 Chestnut Street); amending the Zoning Map to show the Non-Profit Arts Education Special Use District; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101; and making findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare pursuant to Planning Code, Section 302.
This resolution allows for the installation of cultural heritage plaques along the 6th Street corridor in the Lodginghouse District to mark historic locations. It also starts the process to create a program for future commemorative plaques in the area.
Resolution authorizing the placement of the Lodginghouse District of San Francisco’s Cultural Heritage District plaques, to be installed on the sidewalks at various historic location markers along the 6th Street corridor between Market Street and Howard Street, and initiating the process set forth in Public Works Code, Sections 789 et seq., to provide for the creation of a program for and installation of commemorative plaques in the Lodginghouse District.
This resolution authorizes the installation of plaques marking historic locations in the SoMa Pilipinas Filipino Cultural Heritage District along the 6th Street corridor. It also begins the process to create a program for future commemorative plaques in the area.
Resolution authorizing the placement of the SoMa Pilipinas Filipino Cultural Heritage District plaques, to be installed on the sidewalk at various historic location markers along the 6th Street corridor between Market Street and Howard Street, and initiating the process set forth in Public Works Code, Sections 789 et seq., to provide for the creation of a program for and installation of commemorative plaques in the SoMa Pilipinas Cultural District.
This resolution allows for the installation of cultural heritage plaques along the 6th Street corridor to commemorate the Compton’s Transgender Cultural District. It also starts the process to create a program for future commemorative plaques in the district.
Resolution authorizing the placement of the Compton’s Transgender Cultural District of San Francisco’s Cultural Heritage District plaques, to be installed on the sidewalks at various historic location markers along the 6th Street corridor between Market Street and Howard Street, and initiating the process set forth in Public Works Code, Sections 789 et seq., to provide for the creation of a program for and installation of commemorative plaques in Compton’s Transgender Cultural District.
This resolution intends to create a street plaza at Eagle Plaza, located at 383-12th Street, and encourages Public Works to start the process of finding a steward to manage the plaza. It aims to enhance the public space for community use and activities.
Resolution of Intent to establish a Street Plaza at Eagle Plaza 383-12th Street, under Administrative Code, Chapter 94, and urging Public Works to initiate the process to solicit a Plaza Steward at this location.
This resolution designates the Grand Theater at 2665 Mission Street as a landmark, which provides it with protections under the city's Planning Code. This means any changes to the building will require additional review to preserve its historical significance.
Resolution initiating a landmark designation under Article 10 of the Planning Code of the Grand Theater, located at 2665 Mission Street, Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 3637, Lot No. 023.
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.
The resolution supports Governor Gavin Newsom's proposal to modernize California's behavioral healthcare system, which includes updating the Mental Health Services Act and a $4.68 billion bond to create at least 10,000 new behavioral health beds. It has passed and aims to improve mental health services across the state.
Resolution supporting Governor Gavin Newsom’s 2024 ballot initiative proposal to modernize California’s behavioral healthcare system, which includes California State Senate Bill No. 326, an update of the Mental Health Services Act authored by Senator Susan Talamantes Eggman, and California State Assembly Bill No. 531, a bill authored by Jacqui Irwin that would place before the voters a $4.68 billion General Obligation Bond intended to build at least 10,000 new behavioral health beds across California community treatment campuses and facilities.