The San Francisco Board of Supervisors meeting on March 22, 2022, covered a wide range of topics, including budget appropriations, legislative introductions, and policy decisions. Key actions included approvals of ordinances related to affordable housing, transportation, the City's cybersecurity infrastructure and various resolutions supporting Ukrainian refugees, condemning anti-Asian rhetoric, and extending suspension of various fees to assist drivers. The board also dealt with land use and transportation issues and discussed updates on law enforcement practices during a Committee of the Whole meeting. Several new pieces of legislation were introduced, and committee assignments were made.
The Board approved the minutes from the February 15, 2022, meeting with no corrections requested. Supervisor Peskin seconded by Supervisor Ronen moved to approve the minutes. The motion passed with a vote of 11-0 after general public comment.
The Board gave final passage to several ordinances on the Consent Agenda. These included an amendment to the Salary Ordinance for the Human Services Agency, an appropriation from the General Reserve to the Municipal Transportation Agency, an amendment to the Planning Code regarding the definition of Group Housing, and an amendment to the Administrative Code establishing the Office of Cyber Security.
Supervisor Walton moved to amend the resolution regarding the special election for the Power Station special tax district, replacing 'Exhibit A' with the final certified version that indicated no majority protest. The amendment passed, and the resolution was adopted as amended with a vote of 11-0.
The ordinance levying special taxes within the Power Station special tax district was passed on first reading with a vote of 11-0.
The Board gave final passage to an ordinance appropriating $37,627,023 of State and Federal Revenues to the Human Services Agency for various programs. This included Shelter in Place housing and demobilization, Adult Protective Services, the Housing and Disability Advocacy Program, CalWORKS housing support, and the Transitional Housing Program and Housing Navigator Program support for former foster youth in Fiscal Year (FY) 2021-2022. The vote was 11-0, requiring a two-thirds majority.
The Board gave final passage to an ordinance amending the Administrative and Public Works Codes. This ordinance urges departments to review permits within 30 days, limits fines for Shared Spaces violations until April 1, 2023, except for certain safety and accessibility concerns, and directs departments to wind down the temporary program no later than March 31, 2023. The vote was 11-0.
The Board gave first reading to an ordinance extending the temporary suspension of business registration and fees for transportation network company and taxi drivers through Fiscal Year 2022-2023. Supervisor Mandelman requested to be added as a co-sponsor. The vote was 11-0.
The Board gave first reading to an ordinance appropriating $14,593,353 of General Fund General Reserves to the Fire Department for overtime in Fiscal Year (FY) 2021-2022. Supervisors Chan and Mar requested to be added as co-sponsors. This required a two-thirds majority. The vote was 11-0.
The Board approved a resolution authorizing the execution of a Loan Agreement with CCDC Throughline L.L.C. for an amount not to exceed $26,286,000 to finance the acquisition and rehabilitation of three existing affordable multifamily rental housing projects. Supervisor Peskin was excused from voting due to a potential conflict of interest. The vote was 10-0, with Peskin excused.
The Board approved a resolution retroactively authorizing the Office of the District Attorney to accept and expend a grant of $149,000 from the Regents of the University of California for the Justice Driven Data Science for Prosecutorial Impact Project. The vote was 11-0.
The Board approved a resolution authorizing the Public Utilities Commission to purchase long duration energy storage from Tumbleweed Energy Storage LLC with a not to exceed amount of $65,000,000 for a 15 year term. The vote was 11-0.
The Board approved a resolution retroactively authorizing the Department of Public Health to accept and expend a grant of $1,005,562 from the San Francisco General Hospital Foundation for participation in the Enhanced Perinatal Services Funds program. The vote was 11-0.
The Board approved a resolution retroactively authorizing the Department of Public Health to accept and expend a grant of $1,900,000 from the Gerson Bakar Foundation through the San Francisco General Hospital Foundation for psychiatric unit improvements. Supervisor Mandelman requested to be added as a co-sponsor. The vote was 11-0.
The Board approved a resolution authorizing the Office of Contract Administration to execute Amendment No. 2 to the contract with Golden Gate Petroleum for the purchase of renewable diesel fuel. The amendment increases the contract amount by $23,000,000 for a total not to exceed amount of $68,000,000 and extends the term by two years and two months. The vote was 11-0.
The Board approved a resolution approving the Cost Reimbursement Agreement between the Port and Pacific Gas and Electric Company for management of residual petroleum hydrocarbons on Port property near the former Potrero Power Plant Site and Pier 70. The term is 20 years or reimbursement of $5,000,000 whichever comes first. The vote was 11-0.
The Board gave first reading to an ordinance designating Trocadero Clubhouse as a Landmark. Supervisor Melgar requested to be added as a co-sponsor. The vote was 11-0.
The Board gave first reading to an ordinance amending the Planning Code to exempt proposed new construction for an Institutional Community Use at 1750 Van Ness Avenue from nonresidential use limitations of the Van Ness Special Use District. The vote was 11-0.
The Board gave first reading to an ordinance lifting the suspension of certain provisions of the Graffiti Removal and Abatement Ordinance regarding issuance of certain violations, and reinstating the collection of certain assessed fees and fines. Supervisor Safai requested to be added as a co-sponsor. The vote was 11-0.
The Board approved a resolution determining that the transfer of a Type-48 on-sale general public premises liquor license to Xpress Market Inc., doing business as Wally’s Community Market and Deli, located at 453 O’Farrell Street (District 6), will serve the public convenience or necessity. The vote was 11-0.
The Board approved the appointment of Gabriella Ruiz to the Planning Commission. The vote was 11-0.
The Board approved the reappointment of Stephanie Cajina to the Municipal Transportation Agency Board of Directors. The vote was 11-0.
The Board approved the reappointment of Gwyneth Borden to the Municipal Transportation Agency Board of Directors. The vote was 11-0.
The Board approved the appointments of Azalea Renfield and Clinton Loftman to the Citizen's Committee on Community Development. The vote was 11-0.
The Board continued the hearing and associated motions regarding the appeal of a tentative map approval for a two-lot subdivision project at 0 Palo Alto Avenue to the April 5, 2022, meeting. The vote to continue was 10-0, with Mandelman absent.
The Board, sitting as a Committee of the Whole, heard updates on the progress and implementation status of the United States Department of Justice recommendations regarding reforms within the Police Department. Police Chief William Scott and Debra Kirby (Hillard Heintz) provided an overview and answered questions. Members of the public commented. The hearing was continued to the Board of Supervisors meeting of May 24, 2022. The vote to continue was 10-0, with Melgar absent.
The Board gave first reading to an ordinance retroactively authorizing the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner to accept and expend a grant of $312,966 from the California Department of Public Health for overdose prevention initiatives and authorized the addition of one grant-funded temporary Class 2456 Forensic Toxicologist. The vote was 11-0.
The Board adopted a resolution imposing interim zoning controls for 18 months to require a Conditional Use authorization and specified findings for proposed Parcel Delivery Service uses. Supervisors Mandelman, Mar, and Safai requested to be added as co-sponsors. Supervisor Peskin was excused from voting due to a potential conflict of interest. The vote was 10-0, with Peskin excused.
Supervisor Mandelman introduced an ordinance amending the Administrative Code to require the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing to submit a plan to implement a program to provide unsheltered persons with a safe place to sleep overnight. Assigned to Public Safety and Neighborhood Services Committee.
Supervisor Peskin introduced an ordinance amending the Administrative Code to update protections for occupants of Single Room Occupancy (SRO) hotels. Assigned to Land Use and Transportation Committee.
Supervisor Peskin introduced an ordinance approving a Design Professional Services Agreement with Mark Cavagnero Associates for the Water Enterprise City Distribution Division facilities. Assigned to Budget and Finance Committee.
Supervisor Preston introduced an ordinance amending the Administrative Code to require the City to acquire at least 20 additional dwelling units for transitional housing for homeless transitional age youth in the Haight-Ashbury neighborhood. Assigned to Land Use and Transportation Committee.
Supervisor Ronen introduced an ordinance amending the Planning Code to designate 2868 Mission Street as a Landmark. Assigned to Land Use and Transportation Committee.
The Mayor introduced a resolution retroactively authorizing the Department of Public Health to accept and expend a grant for children and youth with special health care needs. Received and assigned to Budget and Finance Committee.
The Mayor introduced a resolution retroactively authorizing the Department of Public Health to accept and expend a grant for overdose prevention strategies. Supervisors Haney added as co-sponsor. Received and assigned to Budget and Finance Committee.
The Mayor introduced a resolution retroactively authorizing the Department of Children Youth and Their Families to accept and expend a grant for the Coronavirus Emergency Supplemental Funding program. Received and assigned to Budget and Finance Committee.
The Mayor introduced a resolution retroactively authorizing the Recreation and Park Department to accept and expend a grant for the Buchanan Mall Project. Received and assigned to Budget and Finance Committee.
The Mayor introduced a resolution retroactively authorizing the Recreation and Park Department to accept and expend a grant for the India Basin 900 Innes Project. Received and assigned to Budget and Finance Committee.
The Mayor introduced a resolution authorizing the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing to execute a Standard Agreement with the California Department of Housing and Community Development for the Bayview Vehicle Triage Center Program. Supervisors Walton, Safai, Ronen and Mar added as co-sponsors. Received and assigned to Budget and Finance Committee.
The Mayor introduced a resolution to authorize issuance of bonds by Infrastructure and Revitalization Financing District No. 1 (Treasure Island). Received and assigned to Budget and Finance Committee.
The Mayor introduced a resolution authorizing the Fire Department to enter into a Cooperative Agreement for the Federal Excess Personal Property Program. Received and assigned to Budget and Finance Committee.
The Mayor introduced a resolution approving and authorizing the Director of Property, on behalf of the Fire Department to purchase real property located at 1236 Carroll Avenue. Supervisors Walton, Safai and Mar added as co-sponsors. Received and assigned to Budget and Finance Committee.
The Mayor introduced a resolution authorizing the San Francisco Fire Department to enter into a Local Cooperator Agreement to join the Firefighter Property Program. Received and assigned to Budget and Finance Committee.
Supervisor Mandelman introduced a resolution supporting California State Senate Bill No. 379, Residential Solar Energy Systems: Permitting. Supervisors Safai, Mar and Melgar added as co-sponsors. Referred for Adoption Without Committee Reference Agenda at the next board meeting.
Supervisor Mar introduced a resolution celebrating Peter Keane and declaring February 8, 2023, as Peter Keane Day. The entire board was added as co-sponsors. Referred for Adoption Without Committee Reference Agenda at the next board meeting.
Supervisor Haney introduced a resolution in support of Ukrainian refugees. Supervisor Mandelman added as co-sponsor. Referred for Adoption Without Committee Reference Agenda at the next board meeting.
Supervisor Peskin introduced a resolution urging the Assessor-Recorder to eliminate pay-gates and other barriers to public access to all recorded and property information records. Supervisors Chan and Preston added as co-sponsors. Referred for Adoption Without Committee Reference Agenda at the next board meeting.
Supervisor Ronen introduced a resolution urging the California State Senate to pass Senate Bill No. 1017, The Keeping Survivors Housed Act. Supervisors Walton, Chan, Preston, Melgar, Stefani and Safai added as co-sponsors. Referred for Adoption Without Committee Reference Agenda at the next board meeting.
Supervisor Safai introduced a resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign petitions in the affirmative for the proposed formation of the Excelsior Community Benefit District. Received and assigned to Government Audit and Oversight Committee.
Supervisor Stefani introduced a resolution congratulating the University of San Francisco Dons for making the men’s National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Tournament. Supervisors Walton, Chan and Preston added as co-sponsors. Referred for Adoption Without Committee Reference Agenda at the next board meeting.
Supervisor Stefani introduced a resolution urging the Biden Administration to close the dating partner loophole through Executive Action. Supervisors Mandelman and Melgar added as co-sponsors. Referred for Adoption Without Committee Reference Agenda at the next board meeting.
Motion reappointing Margaret Graf, term ending March 31, 2024, to the Commission on the Aging Advisory Council. Referred for Adoption Without Committee Reference Agenda at the next board meeting.
Motion approving/rejecting the President of the Board of Supervisors Shamann Walton’s nomination of Kathrin Moore to the Planning Commission, the term beginning July 2, 2022, and ending July 1, 2026. Received and Assigned to Rules Committee.
Motion making findings to allow teleconferenced meetings under California Government Code, Section 54953(e). Referred for Adoption Without Committee Reference Agenda at the next board meeting.
Hearing on the use of taxpayer-funded communications, media, and press offices, as well as their costs, policies, and procedures around conveying accurate information about public safety; and requesting the Mayor’s Office and Police Department to report. Received and assigned to Public Safety and Neighborhood Services Committee.
Hearing on the Budget and Legislative Analyst’s (BLA) report “Special Education Finances and Trends at San Francisco Unified School District” and to inquire on the funding needs for the special education obligations; and requesting the Budget and Legislative Analyst’s Office and San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD) to report. Received and assigned to Youth, Young Adult, and Families Committee.
Hearing on the division of Public Works and the formation of Streets and Sanitation Department as a result of the passage of Proposition B; to determine financial and budgetary needs to accomplish the goals of Proposition B, to increase cleanliness of City streets and create over all better conditions on the street; and requesting Public Works and the City Administrator to present. Received and assigned to Budget and Appropriations Committee.
Hearing on the cost and resources needed for full implementation of the Shelter for All Ordinance, which will provide shelter of any sort for all unhoused in San Francisco; and requesting the Department of Homeless and Supportive Housing to present. Received and assigned to Budget and Appropriations Committee.
Hearing to receive updates on the City’s Five Year Financial Plan; and requesting the Mayor’s Budget Office and Office of the Controller to report. Received and assigned to Budget and Appropriations Committee.
Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Penny Mims against the City and County of San Francisco and individual defendant Dorian Carr for $150,000. Received and Assigned to Government Audit and Oversight Committee.
Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by I. H. against the City and County of San Francisco for $100,000. Received and Assigned to Government Audit and Oversight Committee.
Resolution designating those agencies qualified to participate in the 2022 Annual Joint Fundraising Drive for officers and employees of the City and County of San Francisco. Received and Assigned to Budget and Finance Committee.
Resolution approving Amendment No. 3 to the agreement between Project Open Hand and the Department of Public Health (DPH). Received and Assigned to Budget and Finance Committee.
The board adopted a resolution urging the Biden Administration to expedite the processing of all eligible Special Immigrant Juvenile visas and to ensure the provision of employment documents for all abused, neglected, or abandoned children and youth. Supervisors Preston and Mandelman requested to be added as co-sponsors.
The board adopted a resolution declaring March 13th as Burma Human Rights (Ko Phone Maw) Day in the City and County of San Francisco. Supervisors Haney and Mandelman requested to be added as co-sponsors.
The board approved a motion concurring in actions taken by the Mayor in the Third Supplement to the Proclamation of Emergency to meet the ongoing local emergency related to the sudden increase in drug overdoses in the Tenderloin.
The board approved a motion that the Board of Supervisors convene in closed session on March 22, 2022, to confer with the Mayor’s Office and the Department of Human Resources, pursuant to California Government Code, Section 54957.6 and San Francisco Administrative Code, Section 67.10(e), regarding negotiations with labor unions representing City employees.
The board adopted a resolution denouncing anti-Asian rhetoric and the use of racial campaign antics. The resolution was severed for vote.
Resolution supporting California State Assembly Bill No. 2053, the Social Housing Act, introduced by Assembly Member Alex Lee, which establishes the California Housing Authority to produce and acquire social housing developments.The resolution was severed for vote. This Resolution be REFERRED to the Land Use and Transportation Committee