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The Board retroactively authorized the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner to accept and expend a $1,086,740.83 grant from the California Department of Public Health for overdose prevention. They also amended the Annual Salary Ordinance for fiscal years 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 to add grant-funded positions: Class 2403 Forensic Laboratory Analyst, Class 2456 Forensic Toxicologist, and Class 2457 Forensic Toxicologist Supervisor. This covers the period from December 1, 2023, through June 30, 2028. The ordinance was designated as No. 021-24 and finally passed.

The Board approved placing $48,403,840 from various departments' FY2023-2024 budget appropriations into the Board of Supervisors Budget and Finance Committee Reserve. This was part of the Mayor's mid-year budget reduction plan. The ordinance was designated as No. 022-24 and finally passed.

The Board amended Ordinance No. 8-18 to allow the General Manager of the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission to enter into amendments, extensions, or replacements for the bank credit facility agreement. This facility provides liquidity support for power purchases, regulatory requirements, and other financial obligations of CleanPowerSF for up to 10 additional years. The ordinance was designated as No. 023-24 and finally passed.

The Board authorized settlement of the lawsuit filed by Phaedra Michelle Scott against the City and County of San Francisco for $40,000. The lawsuit (Case No. CGC-21-595521) involved alleged personal injury from tripping due to a pothole. The ordinance was designated as No. 024-24 and finally passed.

The Board authorized settlement of the lawsuit filed by Alfred Coutts against the City and County of San Francisco for $190,000. The lawsuit (Case No. CGC-20-584459) involved allegations of negligence, dependent adult neglect/abuse, and violations of the Patient’s Bill of Rights concerning Mr. Coutts’ care at Laguna Honda Hospital and Rehabilitation Center. The ordinance was designated as No. 025-24 and finally passed.

The Board authorized settlement of the lawsuit filed by Peyman Pakdel and Sima Chegini against the City and County of San Francisco for $450,000. The lawsuit (Case No. 3:17-cv-03638) involved alleged diminution of the Plaintiffs’ property value as a result of conditions of approval of San Francisco’s Expedited Conversion Program. The settlement includes the Plaintiffs’ sale of the property to the current tenant and termination of the lifetime lease under the Expedited Conversion Program. The ordinance was designated as No. 026-24 and finally passed.

The Board authorized settlement of the City and County of San Francisco's complaint against Pacific Gas & Electric Co. (PG&E) regarding unreasonable restrictions on connections of City facilities to PG&E’s distribution system. As part of the settlement, PG&E will allow the City to connect 30 megawatts of metered secondary voltage load over the next five years for specific purposes. The ordinance was designated as No. 027-24 and finally passed.

The Board delegated to the Treasure Island Development Authority various powers related to accepting public parks and open space improvements required for the Treasure Island/Yerba Buena Island Project. This delegation aligns with the Disposition and Development Agreement, Development Agreement, and a Special Use District in Planning Code, Section 249.52. The ordinance was designated as No. 028-24 and finally passed.

The Board accepted irrevocable offers of public infrastructure associated with the Treasure Island/Yerba Buena Island Project, including improvements on various streets. They also dedicated this infrastructure to public use, designated it for street and roadway purposes, accepted it for City maintenance and liability, established official public right-of-way widths and street grades, and amended Ordinance No. 1061 to establish official sidewalk widths. The ordinance was designated as No. 029-24 and finally passed.

The Board acknowledged the Treasure Island Development Authority’s acceptance of certain improvements on portions of Yerba Buena Island and Treasure Island, including ferry terminal improvements. The Authority accepted these improvements for maintenance and liability purposes and dedicated them to public use. The ordinance was designated as No. 030-24 and finally passed.

The Board amended the Fire Code to require filing records of fire sprinkler and fire alarm system inspections, mandate a filing fee, and require a minimum five feet access from the public-right-of-way to residential structures on newly subdivided lots. The ordinance was designated as No. 031-24 and finally passed. The Clerk of the Board was instructed to forward the ordinance to the California Building Standards Commission.

The Board passed an ordinance requiring the City to prioritize the City-owned parcel of land at 100 Orizaba Avenue as a potential site for the new Public Library branch serving the Oceanview, Merced Heights, Ingleside, and Lakeview neighborhoods. This is subject to environmental review, required approvals, and other applicable laws. The ordinance was designated as No. 032-24 and finally passed with an 8-3 vote. Supervisors Dorsey, Mandelman, and Melgar voted against it on First Reading.

The Board approved the 2023 Lease and Use Agreement between the City and County of San Francisco and seven airlines to conduct flight operations at San Francisco International Airport for a ten-year term, from the first day of the calendar month following the receipt of full approvals of the City, through June 30, 2033. The resolution was designated as No. 052-24 and adopted with a unanimous vote.

The Board approved the 2023 Lease and Use Agreement between the City and County of San Francisco and STARLUX Airlines to conduct flight operations at San Francisco International Airport, for a term commencing on the first day of the calendar month immediately following the receipt of full City approvals of the Lease through June 30, 2033. The resolution was designated as No. 053-24 and adopted with a unanimous vote.

The Board authorized the Office of Contract Administration to execute Modification No. 3 to Contract 1000023404 between the City and County of San Francisco and Alameda Electrical Distributors Inc. for the purchase of electrical materials, supplies and fixtures for City departments. The contract amount was increased by $600,000 for a total contract amount not to exceed $10,500,000 with no change to the total contract duration of May 1, 2018, through April 30, 2024. The resolution was designated as No. 054-24 and adopted with a unanimous vote.

The Board authorized the Office of Contract Administration to execute Modification No. 8 to Contract 1000005805 between the City and County of San Francisco and Buckles-Smith Electric Company for the purchase of electrical materials, supplies and fixtures for City departments. The contract amount was increased by $2,053,132 for a total contract amount not to exceed $19,500,000 with no change to the total contract duration of July 5, 2017, through June 30, 2024. The resolution was designated as No. 055-24 and adopted with a unanimous vote.

The Board discussed 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. It was passed on the first reading by unanimous vote.

The Board considered amending the Fire Code to provide fire protection standards for the charging and storage of lithium-ion batteries used in powered mobility devices. The proposed changes also prohibit use of damaged batteries or those assembled from used cells, and require the Fire Department to conduct an informational campaign. It passed on the first reading by unanimous vote.

The Board discussed an ordinance prohibiting the Recreation and Park Department and Planning Department from performing environmental review of, or otherwise implementing, a project to clean up and reconstruct the Marina Yacht Harbor in a manner that would extend the West Harbor Marina by more than 150 feet from its current boundary. Supervisor Stefani was excused from voting. It passed on the first reading by a vote of 10-0 (1 excused).

The Board considered and approved a resolution determining that the person-to-person, premise-to-premise transfer of a Type-20 off-sale beer and wine liquor license to Pink House by the Bay LLC, located at 800 Bay Street (District 2), 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. It was designated as Resolution No. 056-24 and was unanimously adopted.

The Board suspended rules to allow recognition of Tiffany Jackson (Hospitality House) for Black History Month, Clecha for community support, and Lynn Westry for Black History Month. Certificates of Honor were presented to each.

The Board held a hearing on an appeal of a determination of exemption from environmental review for a proposed project at 2395 Sacramento Street. The project involves the rehabilitation of an existing building and construction of a new residential building with 24 units. Appellants and other members of the public spoke in support of the appeal and in opposition to the project. Representatives from the Planning Department and the Project Sponsor provided overviews and responded to questions. The Board then affirmed the determination by the Planning Department that the proposed project at 2395 Sacramento Street is exempt from further environmental review under a General Plan Evaluation and moved to table any motions related to the subject.

The Board considered and adopted a resolution opposing California State Senate Bill No. 951 (Wiener) and expressing support for the California Coastal Act and recognizing the authority of the California Coastal Commission. It was designated as Resolution No. 058-24 and was adopted with a vote of 8-3.

Members of the public shared concerns on topics including happiness and beauty, artificial intelligence, religious views, public comment interactions with City officials, proposed policies, harassment, violent threats, Laguna Honda Hospital, lack of prosecution incentives, Youth Commission actions, School District handling of a certain situation, raising housing density, affordable housing, Congress, San Francisco General Hospital, first time offenders, and justice.

The Board considered and adopted a resolution urging Governor Gavin Newsom to reinstate, and state legislators to reject, a proposed $1,200,000,000 in cuts to affordable housing programs and to fulfill Fair Housing mandates for California residents. It was designated as Resolution No. 059-24 and was unanimously adopted.

The Board considered and adopted a resolution celebrating 2024 as the Year of the Dragon and recognizing February 10, 2024, as the start of Lunar New Year 4722. It was designated as Resolution No. 060-24 and was unanimously adopted.

The Board approved a motion appointing Sarah Lartigue to the Park, Recreation, and Open Space Advisory Committee, with a term ending February 1, 2026. It was designated as Motion No. M24-010 and approved with a vote of 10-0 (1 absent).

The Board considered and adopted a resolution commemorating the twentieth anniversary of the “Winter of Love” in San Francisco on February 12, 2024, and recognizing then-Mayor Gavin Newsom for his decision to issue marriage licenses to same-sex couples. It was designated as Resolution No. 061-24 and adopted by a vote of 10-0 (1 absent).

The Board considered and adopted a resolution supporting the University Professional & Technical Employees-Communications Workers of America Local 9119 (UPTE-CWA 9119) optometrists’ strike and urging the University of California administration to reach a fair agreement. It was designated as Resolution No. 062-24 and adopted by a vote of 10-0 (1 absent).

The Board considered and adopted a resolution declaring February 11, 2024, as Niners Day and San Francisco 49ers Day in the City and County of San Francisco. It was designated as Resolution No. 063-24 and was unanimously adopted.

An ordinance was introduced retroactively adopting and implementing the decision and award of the Arbitration Board establishing the Memorandum of Understanding between the City and County of San Francisco and the San Francisco Deputy Sheriffs’ Association, effective July 1, 2022, through June 30, 2024. It was assigned to the Government Audit and Oversight Committee.

An ordinance was introduced amending the Administrative Code to revise the fees for copies of certain documents and services provided by the Office of the Assessor-Recorder. It was assigned to the Budget and Finance Committee.

A resolution was introduced retroactively authorizing the Department of Public Health to enter into a Grant Agreement with Advocates for Human Potential, Inc. for construction at 1001 Potrero Avenue, Building 5, Wards 6B and 7A, with anticipated revenue to the City of $33,736,105. It was assigned to the Budget and Finance Committee.

A resolution was introduced approving the issuance and sale of not to exceed $644,675,000 aggregate principal amount of City and County of San Francisco General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2024-R1, to refund certain outstanding General Obligation Bonds. It was assigned to the Budget and Finance Committee.

A resolution was introduced authorizing the Mayor’s Office to accept an in-kind gift of consulting services valued at $302,208 from various providers in connection with the Civic Bridge Program. It was assigned to the Budget and Finance Committee.

A resolution was introduced condemning anti-abortion harassment in San Francisco and affirming the City’s solidarity with health care providers and patients.

A resolution was introduced recognizing the month of February 2024 as “Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month” in the City and County of San Francisco. It was referred for adoption without committee reference.

A motion was introduced appointing Ivy Fang Chang to the Commission on the Aging Advisory Council, with a term ending March 31, 2025. It was referred for adoption without committee reference.

A motion was introduced revising the appointment of Lisa Cook to the Commission on the Aging Advisory Council, with a term ending March 31, 2025.

A request for a hearing was introduced to receive updates on the Six Month Budget Status Report for Fiscal Year (FY) 2023-2024. It was assigned to the Budget and Appropriations Committee.

A request for a hearing was introduced to consider neighborhood and community impacts of Permanent Supportive Housing facilities, including requirements or policies for on-site security services. It was assigned to the Public Safety and Neighborhood Services Committee.

A request for a hearing was introduced to discuss the recurrent power outages that impacted neighborhoods in District 7, and the extended power outages as a result of the storm starting on February 3, 2024. It was assigned to the Land Use and Transportation Committee.