The Board of Supervisors meeting on March 14, 2017, covered a variety of topics, including zoning amendments for Upper Market Street, amendments to the Local Hiring Policy, a hearing on housing for families with children, and several resolutions urging action on issues such as executive compensation, automated speed enforcement, and the Dakota Access Pipeline. The board approved several final maps for condominium projects and various appointments to committees and boards. New legislation was introduced, including ordinances on microtrenching and the establishment of a Cannabis Commission and Department, as well as resolutions related to the Dogpatch & Northwest Potrero Hill Green Benefit District, Hemophilia Day, and teacher recruitment and retention.
The Board approved the minutes from the January 24th and January 31st meetings after a motion by Supervisor Tang and seconded by Supervisor Kim. There were no corrections to the minutes.
The Board discussed amendments to the Commerce and Industry Element of the General Plan regarding guidelines for overconcentration of eating and drinking establishments. The ordinance (No. 082-17) was FINALLY PASSED with 8 Ayes and 3 Noes (Fewer, Kim, Peskin).
The Board discussed amendments to the Planning Code to revise the Zoning Map for the Upper Market Street Neighborhood Commercial (NC) District, reclassifying certain parcels to the Upper Market Street Neighborhood Commercial Transit (NCT) District. Ordinance No. 083-17, sponsored by Supervisor Sheehy, was FINALLY PASSED with a unanimous vote.
Supervisor Farrell sponsored an ordinance amending the Administrative Code to restrict the use of cash-out proceeds from affordable housing developments to residential and tenant services and the creation, development, and preservation of affordable housing. Supervisor Farrell moved, seconded by Supervisor Safai, to continue the ordinance on first reading to the March 21, 2017 meeting, which was carried by a unanimous vote.
Supervisor Fewer sponsored an ordinance amending the Administrative Code to move the Local Hiring Policy to a new chapter, set mandatory participation levels for project work hours, clarify language regarding application of the policy outside of San Francisco, and change the due date for annual reports. It PASSED, ON FIRST READING by a unanimous vote.
The Board discussed a resolution endorsing the Conceptual Term Sheet between the Port and JPPF OP Acquisitions, LLC (“Jamestown”) for a proposed 15-year lease at Pier 29 Bulkhead. Supervisor Peskin moved to amend the Resolution to urge, not mandate, certain actions by the Port Commission. The amendment carried and the Resolution No. 074-17 was ADOPTED AS AMENDED with a unanimous vote.
Supervisor Farrell sponsored a resolution approving the Cooperative Agreement between San Francisco and Caltrans concerning the design and construction of the Lombard Street Vision Zero Project. Resolution No. 075-17 was ADOPTED with a unanimous vote.
Supervisor Peskin sponsored an ordinance amending the Administrative Code to require the Department of Building Inspection to retain certain records permanently. It PASSED, ON FIRST READING with a unanimous vote.
Supervisors Kim, Fewer, and Ronen sponsored a resolution urging the San Francisco Employees Retirement System Board to review executive compensation. The resolution was amended on the floor and ADOPTED AS AMENDED (Resolution No. 076-17) with a unanimous vote.
The board reviewed the annual report for the Fisherman's Wharf Community Benefit District and Fisherman's Wharf Portside Community Benefit District for FY2015-2016, submitted as required by law. Resolution No. 077-17 was ADOPTED with a unanimous vote.
The Board reviewed the annual report for the Greater Union Square Business Improvement District for FY2015-2016, submitted as required by the Property and Business Improvement District Law of 1994. Resolution No. 078-17 was ADOPTED with a unanimous vote.
The Board reviewed the annual report for the Castro/Upper Market Community Benefit District for FY2015-2016, submitted as required by the Property and Business Improvement District Law of 1994. Resolution No. 079-17 was ADOPTED with a unanimous vote.
Supervisors Safai and Ronen sponsored a motion directing the Budget and Legislative Analyst to conduct a management audit of the Department of Public Health’s Community Behavioral Health Services. Motion No. M17-036 was APPROVED with a unanimous vote.
Supervisors Yee, Ronen, and Fewer sponsored a motion directing the Budget and Legislative Analyst to conduct a performance audit of the Police Department’s allocation of police staff resources. Motion No. M17-037 was APPROVED with a unanimous vote.
Supervisor Kim sponsored a motion approving the Budget and Legislative Analyst Services work plan for 2017. Motion No. M17-038 was APPROVED with a unanimous vote.
The board discussed the creation of Calle 24 Special Use District. The amendment carried and was PASSED ON FIRST READING AS AMENDED by a vote of 11-0.
The Board approved Resolution No. 080-17, determining that the issuance of a Type 48 on-sale general public premises license to Donegal All Blacks, LLC, dba Harry Harrington’s Pub, located at 456 Larkin Street, will serve the public convenience or necessity.
The Board approved Resolution No. 081-17, authorizing adoption of the Mental Health Services Act Annual Update FY2016-2017.
The Board confirmed the Mayor's reappointment of Miguel Bustos to the Successor Agency Commission with Motion No. M17-039, which was APPROVED by a vote of 11-0.
The Board confirmed the Mayor's reappointment of Leah Pimentel to the Successor Agency Commission, resulting in Motion No. M17-041 being APPROVED by a vote of 8-3. Kim, Peskin, and Ronen voted against.
The Board confirmed the Mayor's reappointment of Darshan Singh to the Successor Agency Commission with Motion No. M17-040, which was APPROVED by a vote of 11-0.
The Board approved the appointment of Devon Warner, Marc Brandt, Ann Brask, Melyssa Mendoza, Mary Kay Chin, Bert Hill, Diane Serafini, Catherine Orland, Paul Wells and Jeffrey Taliaferro to the Bicycle Advisory Committee for the unexpired portions of two-year terms ending November 19, 2018. Motion No. M17-042 was APPROVED with a unanimous vote.
The Board approved the appointment of Sabrina Hernandez, Bert Hill, Richard Grosboll, and Michael Theriault to the Golden Gate Bridge, Highway and Transportation District for the unexpired portions of two-year terms ending January 31, 2019. Motion No. M17-043 was APPROVED with a unanimous vote.
The Board approved the appointment of Laura Guzman (residency requirement waived) and Sophia Isom (residency requirement waived) to the Local Homeless Coordinating Board. Motion No. M17-044 was APPROVED with a unanimous vote.
The Board recognized and presented Certificates of Honor to Dr. Catherine Dodd (Director of the San Francisco Health Service System) on her retirement, Jackie Jenks (Executive Director of the Hospitality House) on her departure from San Francisco, and Richard Rothman in recognition of his accomplishments as an advocate. Rule 5.36 was suspended to grant privilege to the floor to the guests.
The Board, sitting as a Committee of the Whole, held a hearing to discuss findings and recommendations from the Planning Department's report "Housing for Families with Children," and the Family-Friendly Design Guidelines. Supervisor Yee provided opening remarks. Several speakers shared concerns related to the hearing matter. The public hearing was closed, and the Board adjourned as the Committee of the Whole.
The Board discussed an ordinance amending the Transportation Code and Public Works Code to address unauthorized bicycle violations related to the Stationless Bicycle Share Program. It PASSED, ON FIRST READING with a unanimous vote.
The Board ADOPTED Resolution No. 082-17, urging the California State Legislature and Governor to pass California State Assembly Bill 342, authorizing a five-year pilot of Automated Speed Enforcement technology in San Francisco and San Jose.
The Board ADOPTED Resolution No. 083-17, approving an Easement Agreement between the City and County of San Francisco and PG&E for land at 1975 Galvez Street.
Members of the public shared concerns relating to the Dakota Access Pipeline and the City’s socially responsible investment matrix, Transportation Network Companies, and other social issues.
The Board ADOPTED Resolution No. 084-17, supporting California State Senate Bill 709 (Wiener) regarding oil spill contingency plans.
The Board ADOPTED Resolution No. 085-17, urging the San Francisco District Attorney’s Office to investigate whether the use of "greyball" technology by Transportation Network Companies constitutes an obstruction of justice.
The Board ADOPTED Resolution No. 086-17, supporting the elimination of the derogatory use of the “R” word.
The Board APPROVED motions relating to Final Maps 8812 (5 Hallam Street), 9050 (1601 Mariposa Street), 8847 (33-8th Street), and 8685 (359-363 Waller Street). Motion Nos. M17-045, M17-046, M17-047, and M17-048, respectively, were approved unanimously.
The Board ADOPTED Resolution No. 087-17, urging the Office of the Treasurer/Tax Collector to update the City’s socially responsible investment matrix by adding financing of the Dakota Access Pipeline as a screening factor. This was severed to be discussed separately from the other "For Adoption Without Committee Reference" items.
Supervisor Farrell introduced an ordinance amending the Public Works Code to allow the use of microtrenching to install fiber-optic cables in the sidewalk portion of the public right-of-way; it was assigned to the Land Use and Transportation Committee.
Supervisor Sheehy introduced an ordinance retroactively authorizing the Fire Department to accept and expend a grant from FEMA for staffing for the Adequate Fire and Emergency Response Grant Program; it was assigned to the Budget and Finance Sub-Committee.
Supervisors Sheehy and Cohen introduced an ordinance amending the Administrative Code to establish a Cannabis Commission and Cannabis Department. It was assigned to the Rules Committee.
Supervisor Cohen introduced a resolution receiving and approving an annual report for the Dogpatch & Northwest Potrero Hill Green Benefit District. It was assigned to the Government Audit and Oversight Committee.
Supervisor Farrell introduced a resolution recognizing Hemophilia and declaring April 17, 2017, as Hemophilia Day. It was referred for adoption without committee reference at the next Board meeting.
Supervisor Kim introduced a resolution receiving and approving an annual report for the Civic Center Community Benefit District. It was assigned to the Government Audit and Oversight Committee.
Supervisor Safai introduced a resolution urging the creation of an Emergency Housing and Safety Working Group to provide advice regarding safety issues in unauthorized units. It was assigned to the Rules Committee.
Supervisor Sheehy introduced a resolution authorizing the Department of Public Health to accept and expend a grant for the HIV CARE Program Supplemental. It was assigned to the Budget and Finance Sub-Committee.
Supervisor Yee, Ronen, Peskin, Kim, and Breed introduced a resolution supporting California State Senate Bill 807, the Teacher Recruitment and Retention Act of 2017. It was referred for adoption without committee reference at the next board meeting.
Supervisors Breed and Cohen requested a hearing on the state of African American employment and economic mobility. It was assigned to the Government Audit and Oversight Committee.
Supervisor Kim requested a hearing on the impacts of automation on the City's financial health, workforce, education, job training, and other programs. It was assigned to the Government Audit and Oversight Committee.
This proposed ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by CF Contracting, Inc. against the City and County of San Francisco was received and assigned to Government Audit and Oversight Committee.
This proposed resolution approving an emergency declaration to construct a temporary road around a landslide area at Calaveras Road was received and assigned to Budget and Finance Sub-Committee.
This proposed resolution adopting findings under the California Environmental Quality Act related to funding the Sewer System Improvement Program was received and assigned to Land Use and Transportation Committee.
This proposed resolution retroactively approving a grant agreement between the City and County of San Francisco and Homebridge for the provision of Contract Mode In-Home Supportive Services was received and assigned to Budget and Finance Sub-Committee.
This proposed resolution authorizing the Director of Property to exercise a Lease Extension for the real property located at 1701 Ocean Avenue with Huey Lan F. 2004 Trust was received and assigned to Budget and Finance Sub-Committee.
This proposed resolution approving the settlement of the unlitigated claim filed by Mei Har Chin against the City and County of San Francisco was received and assigned to Government Audit and Oversight Committee.
This proposed resolution approving the settlement of the unlitigated claim filed by Marriott International Administrative Services, Inc. against the City and County of San Francisco was received and assigned to Government Audit and Oversight Committee.