Legislation

This ordinance reallocates $39.5 million from permanent salaries and benefits to cover increased overtime costs in the Department of Public Health. It aims to address the department's projected need for additional overtime funding.

Ordinance de-appropriating $39,500,000 from permanent salaries and dependent coverage fringe benefits, and appropriating $39,500,000 to overtime in the Department of Public Health, in order to support the Department’s projected increases in overtime as required, pursuant to Administrative Code, Section 3.17.

This resolution approves an amendment to a pharmaceutical purchasing agreement with McKesson Corporation, increasing the total contract amount by over $596 million and extending its duration until June 30, 2028. It also allows the Department of Public Health to make minor modifications to the agreement as needed without significantly increasing the city's obligations.

Resolution approving Amendment No. 1 to the Group Purchasing Organization pharmaceutical Agreement between McKesson Corporation and the Department of Public Health (DPH), under Administrative Code, Chapter 21A.2, to increase the Agreement sum by $596,269,164 for a not to exceed amount of $977,652,155; extend the term by four years and five months from February 1, 2024, for a total term of February 1, 2020, through June 30, 2028; and to authorize DPH to enter into modifications of the Agreement that do not materially increase the City’s obligations or liabilities and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the Agreement or this Resolution.

This resolution approves an amendment to a pharmaceutical purchasing agreement with McKesson, increasing the total amount by over $1.17 billion and extending the contract term until June 30, 2028. It also allows the Department of Public Health to make minor modifications to the agreement without increasing the city's liabilities.

Resolution approving Amendment No. 1 to the Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) pharmaceutical Agreement between McKesson Plasma and Biologics LLC and the Department of Public Health (DPH), under Administrative Code, Chapter 21A.2, to increase the Agreement amount by $1,170,803,034 for a not to exceed amount of $1,466,737,824; extend the term by four years and five months from February 1, 2024, for a total term of February 1, 2020, through June 30, 2028; and authorize DPH to enter into modifications of the Agreement that do not materially increase the City’s obligations or liabilities and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the Agreement or this Resolution.

This resolution approves an increase of nearly $7.9 million to a contract with the Latino Commission for substance use disorder treatment services, raising the total agreement amount to about $17.6 million. It also extends the contract term by three and a half years, now running until June 30, 2027.

Resolution approving Amendment No. 2 to the Agreement between Latino Commission and the Department of Public Health (DPH), for substance use disorder treatment services; to increase the agreement by $7,934,917 for a total amount not to exceed $17,598,422; to extend the term by three years and six months from December 31, 2023, for a total agreement term of July 1, 2018, through June 30, 2027; and to authorize DPH to enter into amendments or modifications to the contract prior to its final execution by all parties 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.

The ordinance allows the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission and the City Attorney to settle claims related to the September 10, 2023, water pipeline break for amounts over $25,000, up to a maximum of $1,000,000 per claim, with a total cap of $7,000,000 for all claims. It also requires periodic reporting to the Board of Supervisors' Government Audit and Oversight Committee.

Ordinance authorizing the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) and the Office of the City Attorney to approve settlements of claims arising out of the September 10, 2023, break of the SFPUC's water transmission pipeline at the intersection of Fillmore and Green Streets for amounts exceeding $25,000 per claim, notwithstanding Administrative Code, Section 10.22, et. seq., but not to exceed $1,000,000 per claim, and delegating authority under Charter, Section 6.102(5) for the settlement of related litigation, if any, up to an aggregate total settlement amount not to exceed $7,000,000, subject to periodic reporting to the Board of Supervisors Government Audit and Oversight Committee.

This ordinance authorizes the City and County of San Francisco to settle a lawsuit with Madison Cullinane for $40,000 related to a personal injury from a motor vehicle accident. The lawsuit was filed in January 2022 in San Francisco Superior Court.

Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Madison Cullinane against the City and County of San Francisco for $40,000; the lawsuit was filed on January 27, 2022, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-22-597860; entitled Madison Cullinane v. City and County of San Francisco, et al.; the lawsuit involves alleged personal injury from a motor vehicle accident.

This resolution allows for the creation of a special use district for a cultural center at 2700-45th Avenue and sends the amendment to the California Coastal Commission for review. It also confirms that the Planning Department's environmental assessment meets state requirements.

Resolution transmitting to the California Coastal Commission for review and certification an amendment to the Implementation Program portion of the certified Local Coastal Program for the creation of the Wawona Street and 45th Avenue Cultural Center Special Use District on the parcel located at 2700-45th Avenue; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

This legislation outlines a hearing where the Mayor will discuss specific topics submitted by Supervisors, focusing on public safety in District 1 and the Oceanview Library in District 11. The Mayor will have five minutes to speak initially, followed by a two-minute limit for each question and answer during the discussion.

Pursuant to Charter, Sections 2.103 and 3.100(7), and Administrative Code, Section 2.11, the Mayor shall discuss eligible topics submitted from the Supervisors. The Mayor may address the Board initially for up to five minutes. Discussion shall not exceed two minutes per question or answer. The following two topics were noticed on the agenda representing Districts 1 and 11: 1. Public Safety in Neighborhood Commercial Corridors (District 1) 2. Oceanview Library (District 11)

This ordinance establishes fire safety standards for charging and storing lithium-ion batteries in powered mobility devices, bans the use of damaged batteries, and prohibits the use of reconditioned batteries made from used cells. It also requires the Fire Department to run an informational campaign about these regulations.

Ordinance amending the Fire Code to provide fire protection standards for the charging and storage of lithium-ion batteries used in powered mobility devices (such as electric bikes, scooters, skateboards, and hoverboards), prohibit use of damaged lithium-ion batteries in such devices, prohibit use of lithium-ion batteries assembled or reconditioned using cells removed from used batteries in such devices, and require the Fire Department to conduct an informational campaign; 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 motion appoints Stephen Wasserman and Richard Lee to the Assessment Appeals Board No. 1, with their terms set to end on September 7, 2026. The board handles appeals related to property assessments in San Francisco.

Motion appointing Stephen Wasserman and Richard Lee, term ending September 7, 2026, to the Assessment Appeals Board No. 1.

This motion appoints Elizabeth Miller to the Assessment Appeals Board No. 2, with her term set to expire on September 1, 2025. The motion has been passed by the city.

Motion appointing Elizabeth Miller, term expiring September 1, 2025, to the Assessment Appeals Board No. 2.

This ordinance updates the reporting responsibilities of the Reentry Council and extends its existence for an additional five years, until June 1, 2029. It aims to enhance the council's effectiveness in supporting individuals reentering society.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to revise the reporting duties of the Reentry Council, and extend the sunset date of the Reentry Council by five years to June 1, 2029.

The ordinance authorizes a settlement between San Francisco and PG&E regarding unreasonable restrictions on connecting City facilities to PG&E's distribution system. In exchange for dismissing its complaint, the City will be allowed to connect 30 megawatts of load over five years for specific public and private uses.

Ordinance authorizing settlement of the complaint of the City and County of San Francisco (City) against Pacific Gas & Electric Co. (PG&E) that was filed by the City on January 28, 2019, before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, Docket No. EL19-38; entitled City and County of San Francisco v. Pacific Gas & Electric Co.; the complaint concerns PG&E’s imposition of unreasonable restrictions on connections of City facilities to PG&E’s distribution system; the material terms of the settlement are that, in exchange for the City dismissing its complaint and waiving any claim for monetary relief, PG&E will allow the City to connect 30 megawatts of metered secondary voltage load over the next five years, provided the loads will be used to serve 1) existing points of delivery that undergo changes, 2) City departments or related public entities, or 3) private entities using City-owned property.

This ordinance updates the rules for filing the Form 700, which is a Statement of Economic Interests, for officers and employees in the General Services Agency. It aims to clarify the conflict of interest requirements to ensure transparency and compliance.

Ordinance amending the Campaign and Governmental Conduct Code to update and clarify the Conflict of Interest Code’s Form 700 (Statement of Economic Interests) filing requirements for officers and employees in the General Services Agency under the City Administrator.

This ordinance updates local findings referenced in several San Francisco building codes and directs the Clerk to send the updated ordinance to the California Building Standards Commission as required by state law. It ensures that local regulations align with state requirements.

Ordinance amending the local findings included by reference in the following Ordinances: 1) 2022 San Francisco Building Code (Ordinance No. 225-22); 2) 2022 San Francisco Green Building Code (Ordinance No. 227-22); 3) 2022 San Francisco Mechanical Code (Ordinance No. 228-22); 4) San Francisco Plumbing Code (Ordinance No. 230-22); and directing the Clerk of the Board to forward the Ordinance to the California Building Standards Commission as required by State law.

This ordinance clarifies the approval process for certain Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) in single-family and multifamily buildings, making it easier for homeowners to add these units if they meet specific requirements. It also confirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's General Plan and priority policies.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code, Building Code, Business and Tax Regulations Code, and Planning Code to clarify the ministerial approval process for certain Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) meeting certain requirements in single-family and multifamily buildings; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making findings of consistency with the General Plan and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and adopting findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare under Planning Code, Section 302.

This motion approves the Mayor's nomination of Azalina Eusope to the Sanitation and Streets Commission, with her term set to end on July 1, 2026. The motion has been passed.

Motion approving the Mayor’s nomination for the appointment of Azalina Eusope, term ending July 1, 2026, to the Sanitation and Streets Commission.

This ordinance reduces the Behavioral Health Commission's membership from 17 to 12 members and changes the appointment process to involve the full Board of Supervisors instead of individual Supervisors. It also ensures at least one member is a veteran or veteran advocate, adjusts the number of seats for consumers and families, adds two seats for mental health professionals, updates term lengths, and keeps current members in their positions.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to reduce the membership of the Behavioral Health Commission from 17 to 12 seats; provide that the full Board of Supervisors rather than individual Supervisors makes these appointments; require that at least one seat be held by a veteran or veteran advocate; reduce the minimum number of seats reserved for consumers and families of consumers from nine to six; provide two seats for mental health professionals; update staggered terms for all seats; and retain existing members.

This ordinance corrects typographical errors and updates outdated references in the Planning and Administrative Codes to clarify the language without changing the substance. It also affirms compliance with environmental regulations and aligns with the city's General Plan and priority policies.

Ordinance amending the Planning and Administrative Codes to correct typographical errors, update outdated cross-references, and make non-substantive revisions to clarify or simplify Code language; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and adopting findings of public necessity, convenience, and general welfare under Planning Code, Section 302.

This hearing will discuss the findings of the 2022-2023 Civil Grand Jury Report regarding San Francisco's challenges in hiring and staffing. It aims to address the issues and potential solutions related to the city's workforce shortages.

Hearing on the 2022-2023 Civil Grand Jury Report, entitled "Time to Get to Work: San Francisco's Hiring Crisis."

This motion allows for the creation of written arguments for and against a ballot measure, along with rebuttals, to be presented to voters for the upcoming election on March 5, 2024. It has been approved and will facilitate the election process by providing clear information on the measure.

Motion authorizing preparation of written Proponent and Opponent ballot arguments and rebuttal ballot arguments for submittal to the voters for the March 5, 2024.

This ordinance extends the ability of the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing and the Department of Public Works to enter into and amend contracts without competitive bidding for homelessness-related projects until May 5, 2029. It also affirms that the Planning Department's actions comply with environmental regulations.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to extend by five years, from May 5, 2024, through May 5, 2029, the sunset date of the provisions authorizing the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing (“HSH”) to enter into and amend contracts without requiring competitive bidding for services relating to sites and programs for people experiencing homelessness (“Projects Addressing Homelessness”), and the Department of Public Works to enter into and amend contracts without adhering to the Environment Code or to provisions relating to competitive bidding, equal benefits, local business enterprise utilization, and other requirements, for construction work and services relating to Projects Addressing Homelessness; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

This ordinance clarifies the Controller's responsibilities for auditing and monitoring nonprofit organizations that contract with the City, including setting measurable performance goals and reviewing compliance policies. It also mandates an annual review of how well departments adhere to these auditing and monitoring policies.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to clarify the Controller’s audit and monitoring responsibilities with respect to nonprofit organizations contracting with the City; directing the Controller to establish measurable performance goals for contracts with nonprofit organizations; directing the Controller to periodically review and, as necessary, revise policies regarding contractors’ compliance with City requirements; and requiring the Controller to perform an annual review of departments’ compliance with policies for auditing and monitoring nonprofit organizations.

This motion reappoints Supervisor Rafael Mandelman to the California State Association of Counties, with his term set to end on December 1, 2024. The motion has been passed by the city.

Motion reappointing Supervisor Rafael Mandelman, term ending December 1, 2024, to the California State Association of Counties.

This motion reappoints Supervisor Rafael Mandelman to the Executive Board of the Association of Bay Area Governments, extending his term until June 30, 2025. The motion has been passed by the city.

Motion reappointing Supervisor Rafael Mandelman, term ending June 30, 2025, to the Association of Bay Area Governments, Executive Board.

This motion establishes the 2024 meeting schedule for the Board of Supervisors, canceling specific regular meetings and all meetings during designated breaks. It also modifies certain rules to improve the efficiency of the meeting schedule.

Motion establishing the 2024 Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting Schedule, pursuant to Board of Supervisors Rules of Order, Sections 4.2 and 4.2.1, by cancelling the Regular Board meetings of January 16, February 20, May 28, October 15, November 12, and December 3; and all Regular Board and Committee meetings during the spring, summer and winter breaks from April 8 through April 12, August 5 through September 3, and December 18, 2024, through January 8, 2025; and further suspending portions of Board Rule 4.2. to effectuate certain dates within the regular meeting schedule to augment the flow of business.

This resolution calls for a lasting ceasefire in Gaza, the provision of humanitarian aid, and the release of hostages, while also condemning antisemitic, anti-Palestinian, and Islamophobic rhetoric and attacks. It has been officially passed by the city.

Resolution calling for a sustained ceasefire in Gaza, humanitarian aid, release of hostages, and condemning antisemitic, anti-Palestinian, and Islamophobic rhetoric and attacks.

This motion approves the Mayor's nomination of Janet Tarlov to the Municipal Transportation Agency Board of Directors, with her term set to end on March 1, 2024. The motion has passed.

Motion approving the Mayor's nomination for appointment of Janet Tarlov, term ending March 1, 2024, to the Municipal Transportation Agency Board of Directors.

The ordinance establishes a permanent Homeward Bound Program that provides travel and relocation support for individuals experiencing or at risk of homelessness, allowing them to move to a destination where they have support. This program is administered by the Human Services Agency and the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to establish a permanent Homeward Bound Program administered by the Human Services Agency and the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing for individuals experiencing homelessness, at risk of experiencing homelessness, or who have formerly experienced homelessness, such as individuals residing in permanent supportive housing, to receive paid travel and relocation support to a destination where the individual has someone to receive them.

This charter amendment allows the city to revoke pension benefits for city employees found guilty of serious crimes like bribery or embezzlement after a formal hearing. It also specifies that any time served while engaging in such misconduct will not count towards their retirement benefits.

Charter Amendment (Third Draft) to amend the Charter of the City and County of San Francisco to provide for the forfeiture of City-funded pension benefits of a member of the San Francisco Employees’ Retirement System upon a finding by clear and convincing evidence after an administrative hearing that the member committed bribery, embezzlement, extortion, or wire fraud in connection with the member’s duties as a City employee or officer, or committed perjury in connection with or to conceal any such crime; and providing all time and service beginning with the date when the member first engaged in the specified criminal conduct or perjury through the date of the adverse administrative decision shall be excluded from the computation of the service to be credited to the member for the purpose of determining whether such member qualifies for retirement and calculating benefits; at an election to be held on November 7, 2023.

This legislation initiates a hearing to assess the condition of San Francisco's 125,000 trees following recent severe weather, focusing on cleanup and maintenance plans. It also seeks input from various city departments and organizations regarding the impact on the city's Urban Forestry Plan.

Hearing to report on the safety and condition of the City’s approximately 125,000 trees after weather in late 2022 and early 2023, to discuss the cleanup and tree maintenance plan, and the impacts the storms have on the goals and intentions of the 2014 Urban Forestry Plan; and requesting Public Works, Recreation and Park Department, Planning Department, San Francisco Public Utilities Commission and Friends of the Urban Forest to report.

This charter amendment establishes minimum staffing levels for the San Francisco Police Department, starting with 1,700 full-duty sworn officers in the first year and increasing to 2,074 by the fifth year, contingent on future voter-approved tax revenue. It also creates a Police Full Staffing Fund to ensure funding for these staffing levels over five years, with specific appropriations required each year.

Charter Amendment (Third Draft) to amend the Charter of the City and County of San Francisco to define “Full-Duty Sworn Officers” for purposes of establishing minimum staffing levels for sworn officers of the Police Department; and, contingent upon the Controller’s certification that a future tax measure passed by the voters will generate sufficient additional revenue to fund the cost of employing Full-Duty Sworn Officers at specified minimum staffing levels and the minimum amount necessary to implement a police staffing fund: 1) set the Minimum Staffing Number for five fiscal years beginning with 1,700 full-duty sworn officers in year one, with increases each year such that by the fifth fiscal year, the Minimum Staffing Number shall be 2,074; 2) require for a period of five years that the Mayor and Board of Supervisors appropriate funds to pay for at least the number of sworn officers as of February 1 of the prior fiscal year; 3) establish a Police Full Staffing Fund (“Fund”) for a period of five fiscal years to facilitate minimum police staffing; 4) require that $16.8 million be appropriated into the Fund in the first year, and varying amounts in years two through five, calculated based on staffing shortages, but allowing for a temporary freeze of appropriations to the Fund after the first year in a budgetary or economic emergency; at an election to be held on March 5, 2024.

This ordinance authorizes the City and County of San Francisco to settle a lawsuit for $40,000 related to a personal injury claim from a pothole. The lawsuit was filed by Phaedra Michelle Scott in September 2021.

Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Phaedra Michelle Scott against the City and County of San Francisco for $40,000; the lawsuit was filed on September 27, 2021, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-21-595521; entitled Phaedra Michelle Scott v. City and County of San Francisco, et al.; the lawsuit involves alleged personal injury from tripping due to a pothole.

This resolution extends the lease for Treasure Island between the Treasure Island Development Authority and the U.S. Navy for one additional year, now ending on November 30, 2024. It also allows the Treasure Island Director to make minor amendments to the lease without increasing the city's obligations.

Resolution retroactively approving Amendment No. 48 to the Treasure Island Land and Structures Master Lease between the Treasure Island Development Authority and the United States Navy to extend the term for one year to commence December 1, 2023, for a total term of November 19, 1998, through November 30, 2024; and to authorize the Treasure Island Director to execute and enter into amendments to the Lease that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes and intent of this Resolution.

This ordinance allows the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission to issue up to $41 million in bonds to fund various capital projects for the Power Enterprise. It also authorizes the issuance of refunding bonds and confirms previous related actions.

Ordinance authorizing the issuance and sale of tax-exempt or taxable Power 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 $41,031,367 to finance the costs of various capital projects benefitting the Power Enterprise under the Charter, including amendments to the Charter enacted by the voters on June 5, 2018, commonly referred to as Proposition A; authorizing the issuance of Power Revenue Refunding Bonds; 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.

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 ordinance increases the fees for reproduction and notary services provided by the Department of Administrative Services. It also allows the Controller to adjust these fees in the future to ensure they cover costs without generating excess revenue.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to increase the fees imposed by the Department of Administrative Services for reproduction and notary services provided to the public, and authorizing the Controller to make future adjustments to ensure that costs of providing the services are recovered without producing revenue which is significantly more than such costs.

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 resolution allows the Recreation and Park Department to declare an emergency for repairs to the Trocadero Clubhouse, with a budget limit of $1,850,000. It has been officially approved by the city.

Resolution approving the Recreation and Park Department General Manager’s declaration of emergency under Administrative Code, Section 6.60, for the repairs to the Trocadero Clubhouse, with an estimated not to exceed amount of $1,850,000.

This resolution allows the Recreation and Park Department to declare an emergency for winter storm clean-up at Sigmund Stern Grove and other facilities, with a budget cap of $2.1 million. It has been officially approved to expedite the necessary cleanup efforts.

Resolution approving the Recreation and Park Department General Manager’s declaration of emergency under Administrative Code, Section 6.60, for winter storm clean-up at Sigmund Stern Grove and other Recreation and Park facilities, with an estimated not to exceed cost of $2,100,000.

This resolution asks the San Francisco Department of Elections to provide an update on how they will implement Assembly Bill No. 57 for the upcoming 2024 elections. It has been approved and is now in effect.

Resolution urging the San Francisco Department of Elections to report back on the implementation of Assembly Bill No. 57 (Low) for the 2024 elections.

This motion approves the Mayor's appointment of Kent Lim to the Successor Agency Commission, which oversees community investment and infrastructure projects. His term will last until November 3, 2026.

Motion approving the Mayor’s nomination for appointment of Kent Lim, term ending November 3, 2026, to the Successor Agency Commission (commonly known as the Commission on Community Investment and Infrastructure).

This legislation proposes a Charter Amendment that would allow the Mayor to disapprove certain budget proposals from the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency, specifically those related to fare increases, parking meter rate hikes, and changes to parking meter operation hours. A hearing is scheduled for November 14, 2023, to discuss this amendment before it goes to a vote on March 5, 2024.

Hearing of the Board of Supervisors sitting as a Committee of the Whole on November 14, 2023, at 3:00 p.m., to consider a 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 (File No. 230986); and a Motion modifying the amount of time required under Board Rule 2.22.7 between the first appearance on the Board’s agenda and the order of submission to the electorate for the subject Charter Amendment; scheduled pursuant to an oral motion made and approved on November 7, 2023, during action at the Board of Supervisors meeting for File No. 230986.

This motion allows the Mayor to disapprove specific proposals from the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) related to fare increases, parking meter rates, and parking meter operation hours before they are included in the budget. It modifies the timeline for submitting this Charter Amendment to voters for the March 5, 2024 election.

Motion modifying the amount of time required under Rule 2.22.7 between the first appearance on the Board’s agenda and the order of submission to the electorate for the Charter Amendment 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 (File No. 230986).

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 motion appoints Christine Unruh, Betty Packard, and Ruth Grace Wong to the Ballot Simplification Committee, with their terms ending on November 30, 2024. The committee's role is to help make ballot measures easier to understand for voters.

Motion appointing Christine Unruh, Betty Packard, and Ruth Grace Wong, terms ending November 30, 2024, to the Ballot Simplification Committee.

This ordinance allows a food service shared space at 1429 Mendell Street to be treated as a curbside shared space, 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 a food service shared space located at 1429 Mendell Street to be considered as a curbside shared space, subject to certain requirements; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

This resolution establishes a fixed two-year budget cycle for the Airport, Port, and Public Utilities Commission for the fiscal years 2024-2025 and 2025-2026, outlining specific terms and deadlines for the budgeting process. It aims to streamline financial planning and improve efficiency within these departments.

Resolution adopting a fixed two-year budgetary cycle for the following City departments: Airport, Port, and Public Utilities Commission for Fiscal Years (FY) 2024-2025 and 2025-2026; defining terms and setting deadlines.

This resolution approves an amendment to the lease for the International Terminal Duty Free and Luxury Store, allowing a temporary rent reduction to 36% of gross revenues starting in 2024, with a minimum annual guarantee of $30 million for that year. The original rent structure will resume in 2027, contingent on the completion of construction in Terminal 1 by the end of 2024.

Resolution approving Amendment No. 4 to the International Terminal Duty Free and Luxury Store Lease No. 17-0303 between DFS Group, L.P. and the City and County of San Francisco, acting by and through its Airport Commission, which continues the temporary reduced Percentage Rent structure, but increases the percentage amount to 36% of gross revenues, commencing with Lease Year 5 (2024) and continuing through Lease Year 7 (2026), and establishing a temporarily reduced Minimum Annual Guarantee of $30,000,000 for Lease Year 5, adjusting annually in accordance with the Lease through Lease Year 7, with the original Base Rent structure recommencing in Lease Year 8 (2027), with each such rent accommodation being conditioned upon Tenant’s timely completion of the construction of its remaining facilities in Harvey Milk Terminal 1 no later than December 31, 2024, with no change to the 14-year term, to be effective upon approval of this Resolution.

This legislation proposes to create a Department of Emergency Management within San Francisco's Charter, outlining the role of a Director and their qualifications. It will be voted on in the election scheduled for November 5, 2024.

Charter Amendment (Second Draft) to amend the Charter of the City and County of San Francisco to establish within the Charter the Department of Emergency Management, the position of the Director of the Department, and the Director’s qualifications and appointing authority; at an election to be held on November 5, 2024.

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."

The proposed initiative ordinance requires a standardized community engagement process for changes to police policies, considers staff burdens in policy changes, modifies use of force and technology policies, and streamlines the installation of community safety cameras. It will be voted on by residents in the March 5, 2024 election.

Hearing to consider the proposed Initiative Ordinance submitted by the Mayor to the voters for the March 5, 2024, Election, entitled “Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to 1) require a standardized community engagement process before the Police Commission changes policies or procedures regarding Police Department operations; 2) require the Commission and Department to consider administrative burdens on staff before changing such policies or procedures, and to streamline reporting and recordkeeping procedures; 3) modify the Department's use of force and vehicle pursuit policies, and establish a technology policy, to allow officers to use body-worn cameras and drones under certain circumstances; 4) limit new restrictions on the Department's use of technology unless approved by the Board of Supervisors; 5) streamline the process for the Department to install community safety cameras; and 6) permit the Department to use Surveillance Technology for at least one year before the corresponding Surveillance Technology Policy may be disapproved by the Board of Supervisors."

This legislation proposes to require individuals receiving aid from the County Adult Assistance Program to undergo drug screening and treatment if suspected of drug dependence. It also outlines consequences for non-compliance and provides temporary housing support for those who lose their aid due to non-compliance.

Hearing to consider the proposed Initiative Ordinance submitted by the Mayor to the voters for the March 5, 2024, Election, entitled "Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to require recipients of aid under the County Adult Assistance Program (CAAP) who are reasonably believed to be dependent on illegal drugs to be screened for substance abuse, and to participate in appropriate substance abuse treatment where recommended by a professional evaluator; providing that failure to comply with the drug screening, evaluation, and treatment requirements without good cause will render a recipient ineligible for assistance under the CAAP program; allowing CAAP recipients who become ineligible for assistance due to non-compliance with the screening, evaluation, or treatment requirements to receive a housing stipend or access to in-kind shelter for 30 days beyond the discontinuance of their aid, with possible extensions as necessary to prevent eviction; and establishing a special fund to support the costs of the substance abuse screening and treatment program, using savings realized from implementation of the program."

This legislation aimed to require the Chief of Police to implement a strategy for foot and bike patrols within the Police Department. The proposal has failed to advance for consideration by voters in the upcoming March 5, 2024, election.

Hearing to consider the proposed Initiative Ordinance submitted by four or more Supervisors to the voters for the March 5, 2024, Election, entitled "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 creates the Library Laureate Programs, allowing the Library to award stipends to selected individuals who have made significant contributions to culture and leadership. The recipients, chosen through a competitive process, will provide services to the City in recognition of their achievements.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to establish the Library Laureate Programs, and authorizing the Library to grant stipends to individuals selected through a competitive process as Laureates or Finalists in recognition of their achievements, leadership, and cultural contributions, and in exchange for their service to the City.

This ordinance allows the Assessment Appeals Board to conduct remote hearings where no members are physically present, as well as hybrid hearings where some members are in-person and others are remote. This change aims to improve accessibility and efficiency in the appeals process.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to authorize the Assessment Appeals Board (AAB) to hold remote hearings and conferences at which no AAB members are physically present, and hybrid remote hearings and conferences at which some but not all AAB members are physically present.

This ordinance creates a Graffiti Advisory Board to provide advice to the Board of Supervisors and the Mayor on preventing and removing graffiti. It also outlines the membership and responsibilities of the Advisory Board.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to establish the Graffiti Advisory Board to advise the Board of Supervisors and the Mayor on issues relating to graffiti prevention and abatement; and setting forth the membership and duties of the Advisory Board.

This ordinance removes the ability for certain city departments to use cash revolving funds and lowers the maximum cash revolving fund amount for the Port of San Francisco. It aims to streamline financial management within these departments.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to remove the authorization for cash revolving funds for certain City departments (Fire, Medical Examiner, Public Works, Recreation and Park, Sheriff, San Francisco Employees’ Retirement System, and War Memorial) and reduce the maximum amount of the cash revolving fund for the Port of San Francisco.

This resolution allows the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission to quickly hire contractors to repair sewer and water mains, as well as streets on Fillmore Street, due to damage from a water main failure. The total cost for these repairs is estimated to be up to $5 million.

Resolution approving an emergency declaration of the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission pursuant to Administrative Code, Section 6.60, to contract resources to perform sewer main, water main, and street repairs on Fillmore Street between Green Street and Union Street, which were damaged by a water main failure, with a total estimated cost not to exceed $5,000,000.

This ordinance requires the City Controller to create a base budget for each City agency to help them prepare their two-year budgets, including expected cost increases for nonprofit agreements due to inflation. It also establishes a policy for departments to issue multi-year grants when a program will last longer than one year.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to require the Controller to prepare an initial base budget to guide each City agency in preparation of its proposed two-year budget; to provide that these base budgets must include anticipated cost increases in agreements with nonprofit organizations to reflect inflation; and to adopt a City policy that departments will enter into multi-year grants when the need for a grant program will extend beyond a single year.

This ordinance allows the Real Estate Division to approve changes to certain leases related to affordable housing projects, based on recommendations from the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development. It specifically addresses adjustments to residual rent payments and protections for lenders involved in these projects.

Ordinance delegating Board of Supervisors approval authority under Charter, Section 9.118 and Administrative Code, Section 23.30 to the Real Estate Division, based on the recommendation of Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development (“MOHCD”), to amend certain existing leases regarding residual rent payments and lender protections for 100% affordable housing projects.

This ordinance allows the city to suspend or bar contractors from working with the city if they violate specific state or local labor laws related to wage payments and unfair labor practices. It aims to ensure compliance with labor standards among contractors.

Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to clarify that a contractor may be suspended or debarred due to violations of certain state or local labor laws governing the payment of wages and unfair labor practices.

This ordinance allows the Department of Elections to use social media monitoring technology as part of its surveillance policy. It aims to ensure that the use of such technology is regulated and transparent.

Ordinance approving the Surveillance Technology Policy for the Department of Elections’ use of social media monitoring technology.

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 ordinance allows the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission to issue up to $140.9 million in bonds to fund various capital projects for the Power Enterprise. It also includes provisions for refunding bonds and confirms the Commission's intent to reimburse itself for related expenses.

Ordinance authorizing the issuance and sale of tax-exempt or taxable Power Revenue Bonds and other forms of indebtedness (as described below) by the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) (“Commission”) in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $140,889,875 to finance the costs of various capital projects benefitting the Power Enterprise under the Charter, including amendments to the Charter enacted by the voters on June 5, 2018, commonly referred to as Proposition A; authorizing the issuance of Power Revenue Refunding Bonds; 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.

This hearing addresses the findings of the 2022-2023 Civil Grand Jury Report, which highlights the shortage of credentialed teachers in San Francisco. It aims to discuss the implications and potential solutions to this issue.

Hearing on the 2022-2023 Civil Grand Jury Report, entitled "Not Making the Grade: San Francisco's Shortage of Credentialed Teachers"

This ordinance authorizes the City and County of San Francisco to settle a lawsuit with Cheri Pierce for $75,000 related to a personal injury claim from a fall on an uneven sidewalk. The lawsuit was filed in April 2022 in San Francisco Superior Court.

Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Cheri Pierce against the City and County of San Francisco for $75,000; the lawsuit was filed on April 26, 2022, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-22-599362; entitled Cheri Pierce v. City and County of San Francisco, et al.; the lawsuit involves alleged personal injury arising out of fall on uneven sidewalk.

This ordinance authorizes the City and County of San Francisco to settle a lawsuit for $35,000 related to a personal injury claim from uneven pavement. The lawsuit was filed by Bi Jun Zhang in May 2022.

Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Bi Jun Zhang against the City and County of San Francisco for $35,000; the lawsuit was filed on May 17, 2022, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-22-599662; entitled Bi Jun Zhang v. City and County of San Francisco, et al.; the lawsuit involves a personal injury to Plaintiff from uneven pavement.

The ordinance authorizes the City to settle a lawsuit for $90,000 related to a personal injury claim by Debra Crismani that occurred on a City sidewalk. This settlement resolves the legal dispute filed in March 2022.

Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Debra Crismani against the City and County of San Francisco for $90,000; the lawsuit was filed on March 21, 2022, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-22-598779; entitled Debra Crismani v. City and County of San Francisco, et al.; the lawsuit involves alleged personal injury on a City sidewalk.

This ordinance authorizes the City to settle a lawsuit for $225,000 related to a personal injury claim from a vehicle collision involving a City vehicle. The lawsuit was filed by Duk Soon Lee against the City and County of San Francisco in October 2021.

Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Duk Soon Lee against the City and County of San Francisco for $225,000; the lawsuit was filed on October 12, 2021, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-21-595854; entitled Duk Soon Lee v. Jamie Austin Miller, et al.; the lawsuit involves alleged personal injury arising out of City vehicle collision.

The ordinance authorizes the City to settle a lawsuit for $450,000 filed by Tatiana and Anatoly Umnov regarding a personal injury incident on a City sidewalk. This settlement resolves the legal claims made against the City in the case.

Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Tatiana Umnov and Anatoly Umnov against the City and County of San Francisco for $450,000; the lawsuit was filed on September 20, 2021, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-21-595303; entitled Tatiana Umnov, Anatoly Umnov v. City and County of San Francisco, et al.; the lawsuit involves alleged personal injury on a City sidewalk.

This resolution approves the termination of a lease agreement for a retail space at Terminal 2 of San Francisco International Airport, specifically involving XpresSpa S.F. International, LLC. The agreement was made between the tenant and the City and County of San Francisco's Airport Commission.

Resolution approving the Lease Termination Agreement for the Terminal 2 Specialty Retail Concession Lease No. 5, Lease No. 18-0156, between XpresSpa S.F. International, LLC, as tenant, and the City and County of San Francisco, acting by and through its Airport Commission.

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.

This resolution approves an increase of $14 million to the existing contract with BEUMER Lifecycle Management LLC for the operations and maintenance of the baggage handling system at the airport, raising the total contract amount to $35 million. It also extends the contract term by one year and six months, now running until June 30, 2025.

Resolution approving Modification No. 2 to Airport Professional Services Contract No. 50195 between BEUMER Lifecycle Management LLC, and the City and County of San Francisco, acting by and through its Airport Commission, for the operations and maintenance of the baggage handling system in the Harvey Milk Terminal to increase the contract amount by $14,000,000 for a total not to exceed contract amount of $35,000,000 and to extend the contract term for one year and six months from December 31, 2023, for a new contract term of August 1, 2020, through June 30, 2025, pursuant to Charter, Section 9.118(b).

This resolution approves a lease agreement with Lenlyn LTD. for foreign currency exchange services at the San Francisco Airport, lasting four years with possible one-year extensions, and guarantees a minimum payment of $1,000,000 in the first year. The lease will take effect once the resolution is approved.

Resolution approving the Foreign Currency Exchange Services Lease, Lease No. 23-0198 with Lenlyn LTD. dba ICE Currency Services USA, as tenant, and the City and County of San Francisco, acting by and through its Airport Commission, for a term of four years with two one-year options to extend at the sole discretion of the Airport Commission, and a minimum annual guarantee of $1,000,000 for the first year of the Lease, effective upon approval of this Resolution.

This resolution approves a two-year extension of a lease for offices occupied by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration at San Francisco International Airport, increasing the annual rent to $620,611.20. The lease term will now run from October 1, 2015, through September 30, 2025.

Resolution approving Modification No. 2 of Lease No. GS-09P-LCA03384 between the United States (U.S.) Government and the City and County of San Francisco, acting by and through its Airport Commission, to extend the term by two years from October 1, 2023, for a total term of October 1, 2015, through September 30, 2025, and increase the annual rent to $620,611.20 for offices occupied by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration.

This hearing is focused on discussing the necessary approvals and permits for the construction of the SoMa Pilipinas gateway. It also requests reports from various city departments involved in the project.

Hearing to discuss the approvals, permitting, and construction of the SoMa Pilipinas gateway; and requesting the Planning Department, Public Works, Arts Commission, and San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency to report.

This legislation outlines a hearing where the Mayor will discuss specific topics related to housing, behavioral health, and a state bill, as submitted by Supervisors from three districts. The Mayor will have five minutes to speak initially, followed by a two-minute limit for each question and answer during the discussion.

Pursuant to Charter, Sections 2.103 and 3.100(7), and Administrative Code, Section 2.11, the Mayor shall discuss eligible topics submitted from the Supervisors. The Mayor may address the Board initially for up to five minutes. Discussion shall not exceed two minutes per question or answer. The following three topics were noticed on the agenda representing Districts 5, 7, and 8. 1. Housing Element: Affordable Housing Goals (District 5) 2. Behavioral Health and Homeless Services for Westside Neighborhoods (District 7) 3. Senate Bill 43 Implementation (District 8)

This motion appoints Jane Redmond, Edda Mai Johnson, and Mara Math to the In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority, with their terms ending in 2025 and 2026. The motion has been passed.

Motion appointing Jane Redmond, term ending March 1, 2025, and Edda Mai Johnson and Mara Math, terms ending March 1, 2026, to the In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority.