The inaugural meeting of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors took place on January 8, 2025. The meeting included the swearing-in of newly elected supervisors, the election of Rafael Mandelman as President of the Board, and remarks from the Mayor and Board members. Public comment included congratulations and concerns regarding the election and city issues. The meeting concluded with President Mandelman outlining his vision for San Francisco.
Committee of the Whole
The meeting was called to order for the inaugural session of the Board of Supervisors.
The inaugural meeting of the Board of Supervisors of the City and County of San Francisco was called to order by Angela Calvillo, the Clerk of the Board, at 2:09 p.m. on Wednesday, January 8, 2025. The meeting was held in the Legislative Chamber, Room 250, at City Hall. All eleven Supervisors were present: Connie Chan, Chyanne Chen, Matt Dorsey, Joel Engardio, Jackie Fielder, Bilal Mahmood, Rafael Mandelman, Myrna Melgar, Danny Sauter, Stephen Sherrill, and Shamann Walton.
Committee of the Whole
The Board certified the election results and confirmed the surety bond requirements for the newly elected supervisors.
Clerk Calvillo communicated the credentials, reporting receipt of certification from the Department of Elections regarding the supervisors elected on November 5, 2024: Connie Chan (District 1), Danny Sauter (District 3), Bilal Mahmood (District 5), Myrna Melgar (District 7), Jackie Fielder (District 9), and Chyanne Chen (District 11). She also confirmed receipt of communication from the Controller confirming surety bond requirements for all newly elected and appointed Board Members were established, as per Administrative Code, Article IX, Section 16.122(a)(e). Finally, she noted that the meeting was scheduled for 2:00 p.m. to accommodate the Mayor's Inauguration attendance of the Board Members, and all District offices were filled as of noon on January 8, 2025, due to the swearing-in of all newly elected and appointed members. The presence of all three branches of government was emphasized to underscore the importance of unity in addressing San Francisco's challenges.
Committee of the Whole
The Honorable Presiding Judge Rochelle C. East administered the Oath of Office to the newly elected and appointed Members of the Board.
The Honorable Presiding Judge Rochelle C. East, from the Superior Court of California, County of San Francisco, administered the ceremonial Oath of Office to the newly elected and appointed members of the Board, who were asked to stand for the administration of the Oath.
Committee of the Whole
The Board opened nominations for the position of President of the Board of Supervisors, with Supervisor Mandelman nominated.
Clerk Calvillo outlined the principles for nominating the President of the Board. Members could nominate themselves or another Member; nominees would state their acceptance, and nominations could be withdrawn at any time before the nominations are closed. Members could vote for themselves, and nominations could be reopened with a majority vote. Supervisor Dorsey nominated Supervisor Mandelman, which was supported by Supervisor Chan. After inquiring if there were any further nominations and receiving no response, the Clerk closed the nominations for the Office of the President of the Board of Supervisors.
Public Testimony
The public shared their concerns and congratulations regarding the election of the President and other issues facing the city.
During the public comment period, Thierry Fill shared concerns regarding the election of the President. Lea McGeever expressed opposition to Supervisor Mandelman's presidency. Steven, Mabel Tang, Coretta Louie, Barbara Skinner, and Beverly Upton congratulated the newly elected and appointed Members of the Board. A speaker voiced support for Supervisor Mandelman as President of the Board. Gloria Berry raised concerns regarding overdose statistics, housing, and food security. There was another speaker who expressed support for Supervisor Mandelman as President of the Board.
Committee of the Whole
Supervisor Mandelman was elected President of the Board of Supervisors in the first round of voting.
Supervisor Mandelman accepted the nomination for President of the Board of Supervisors. Clerk Calvillo outlined the voting principles: voting would occur in alphabetical order, with no abstentions or passes; Members would state their preference from the nominees, with the first nominee to receive a majority vote becoming President. Supervisor Mandelman received a majority of the votes in Round 1, with Supervisors Chan, Chen, Dorsey, Engardio, Fielder, Mahmood, Mandelman, Melgar, Sauter, Sherrill, and Walton voting for him. President Mandelman requested Supervisors Dorsey and Chan to escort him to the dais as he assumed the chair.
Remarks
President Mandelman acknowledged the ancestral homeland and called for a moment of silence for former President Jimmy Carter.
President Mandelman presented the ancestral homeland acknowledgement of the Ramaytush Ohlone, the original inhabitants of the San Francisco Peninsula, pursuant to Board Rule 4.7.1. He then called for a moment of silence to acknowledge the passing of the 39th President of the United States, Jimmy Carter.
Remarks
Mayor Daniel Lurie congratulated the newly elected and appointed Members of the Board and expressed his eagerness to collaborate.
Mayor Daniel Lurie congratulated all of the newly elected and appointed Members of the Board of Supervisors and stated he looked forward to working with all eleven Members.
Remarks
Members of the Board of Supervisors shared brief remarks and introduced family members and guests.
President Mandelman called on each of the elected, appointed, and continuing Members of the Board of Supervisors and afforded each an opportunity for brief remarks and introduction of family members and guests in attendance.
Remarks
President Mandelman thanked the Board and constituents for their trust and shared his vision for San Francisco.
President Mandelman thanked the Members of the Board and the constituents of San Francisco for placing their trust in him and putting him in office. President Mandelman then provided his vision and hope for San Francisco and further thanked his staff and City departments heads.
Committee of the Whole
The meeting was adjourned.
There being no further business, the Board adjourned at the hour of 3:42 p.m.