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The Board of Supervisors finalized Ordinance No. 102-19, amending the Administrative Code to revise the definition of Tourist or Transient Use under the Hotel Conversion Ordinance. This change modifies the term of tenancy to less than 30 days, superseding previous agreements. The Planning Department's determination under the California Environmental Quality Act was affirmed. The vote was 10 in favor, with Supervisor Haney excused.

The Board of Supervisors finalized Ordinance No. 104-19, approving a commemorative plaque for Tina Modotti to be installed near 1952 Taylor Street. The Public Works hearing was waived, the plaque was accepted as a gift to the City, and the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act was affirmed. The vote was 10 in favor, with Supervisor Haney excused.

The Board of Supervisors finalized Ordinance No. 103-19, amending the Administrative Code to require City departments acquiring surveillance technology to submit a Board-approved Surveillance Technology Policy Ordinance and a Surveillance Impact Report. Supervisor Safai was added as a co-sponsor. Jon Givner from the City Attorney's Office provided legal counsel during the discussion. Supervisor Peskin requested the Ordinance be duplicated, resulting in File No. 190568. The vote was 10 in favor, with Supervisor Stefani voting against and Supervisor Haney present. A duplicate of this ordinance was filed as File No. 190568.

The Board of Supervisors addressed File No. 190568, a duplicated ordinance from File No. 190110, concerning the acquisition of surveillance technology. Jon Givner from the City Attorney's Office provided counsel. Supervisor Peskin moved to amend the ordinance by striking ‘Clerk of the Board’ and adding ‘COIT’ on Page 14, Lines 10 and 11. The motion carried unanimously. The amended ordinance was then passed on first reading with 10 votes in favor and one opposed (Stefani).

The Board of Supervisors approved on first reading an ordinance (File No. 190310) sponsored by Supervisor Brown, waiving fees for temporary street space occupancy permits on designated City streets for Small Business Week sidewalk sales on Saturday, May 11, 2019. The vote was unanimous.

The Board of Supervisors adopted Resolution No. 251-19, authorizing the Second Amendment to Lease between PPF Paramount One Market Plaza Owner, L.P., and the City and County of San Francisco for a portion of the roof and equipment room at One Market Street. The lease was extended until May 31, 2020, with two five-year options, for use by the Department of Technology and the Municipal Transportation Agency, at an initial annual rent of $185,709. The vote was unanimous.

The Board of Supervisors adopted Resolution No. 253-19, authorizing the Director of Real Estate to exercise a Second Amendment to a Lease between Ruth Mellinger and the City for property at 70 Oak Grove Street, used by the Sheriff's Department. The lease was extended to May 31, 2024, with a third five-year option, at a monthly base rent of $39,920.90. The vote was unanimous.

The Board of Supervisors adopted Resolution No. 254-19, authorizing the Director of Property to exercise a Lease Extension Option for the Pacific Bay Inn at 520 Jones Street with Pacific Bay Inn, Inc. The property is used by the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing for a ten-year term at a monthly base rent of $88,636. The vote was unanimous.

The Board of Supervisors adopted Resolution No. 255-19, authorizing the issuance and delivery of multifamily housing revenue notes not exceeding $20,000,000 for the acquisition and rehabilitation of the Abel Gonzales Apartments, a 30-unit multifamily rental housing project. The vote was unanimous.

The Board of Supervisors adopted Resolution No. 250-19, declaring the intention to renew and expand the Civic Center Community Benefit District. A public hearing was set for July 16, 2019, at 3:00 p.m. The vote was unanimous.

Supervisor Stefani introduced and presented a Certificate of Honor to Steffen Franz for his work as a liaison for District 2 and his efforts to improve accessibility in San Francisco parks. Phil Ginsburg, General Manager of the Recreation and Park Department, added commendatory remarks. Supervisors Fewer and Safai also shared in this commendation.

President Yee and Supervisor Stefani presented Certificates of Honor to San Francisco’s Emergency Medical Services (EMS) staff on the occasion of National EMS Week, recognizing their efforts to safeguard the health and safety of San Francisco. Chief Jeanine Nicholson of the San Francisco Fire Department and Mary Ellen Carroll, Executive Director of the Department of Emergency Management, provided additional commendatory remarks. Supervisor Brown also shared in this commendation.

Supervisor Ronen introduced and presented Certificates of Honor to Joe Talbon, Director and Co-Writer, and Jimmie Fails, Lead Actor and Co-Writer, of “The Last Black Man in San Francisco,” recognizing their work on the film.

Supervisor Walton introduced and presented a Certificate of Honor to Isaac Dozier, Regional Vice President of Urban Strategies, recognizing his accomplishments in developing sustainable services for public housing communities.

Supervisor Mandelman introduced and presented a Certificate of Honor to the Noe Valley Pet Company on their 20th Anniversary, recognizing their service to animal lovers in the neighborhood.

Supervisors Mar and Fewer introduced and presented a Certificate of Honor to Paul Kozakiewicz, Co-Founder/Publisher of the Richmond Review/Sunset Beacon, on his retirement after more than three decades of service to the communities of the Richmond and Sunset Districts.

The Board of Supervisors convened as a Committee of the Whole to hear objections to delinquent charges for code enforcement cases. Alan Davison from the Department of Building Inspection provided an overview. Several individuals, including Mr. Wright, Steve McDonald, and Gusto Madhan, voiced objections to specific proposed assessments. President Yee closed public comment, adjourned the Committee of the Whole, and reconvened as the Board of Supervisors.

The Board of Supervisors addressed Resolution No. 252-19, approving a report of delinquent charges for code enforcement violations. Alan Davison from the Department of Building Inspection requested that numerous addresses be removed from the report due to recent resolutions or receipt of payment. Supervisor Fewer moved to accept the amendments, which was approved without objection. The resolution was then adopted after accepting the amendments, with unanimous support.

The Board of Supervisors considered an ordinance regarding the Office of Sexual Harassment and Assault Response and Prevention, but it was noted that this item was not sent out as a committee report.

The Board of Supervisors approved Motion No. M19-093, approving the Mayor's appointment of Dave Wasserman to the Residential Rent Stabilization and Arbitration Board for a term ending August 1, 2022. The vote was unanimous.

During public comment, Ray Hartz shared concerns about the Friends of the San Francisco Public Library. Mr. Wright voiced concerns about subsidized housing and illegal immigration. Ace Washington spoke about the outmigration of African-Americans. Several speakers opposed naming the Central Subway Station after Rose Pak. Lisa LaRosa and others expressed support for the Resolution regarding the American Dream and Promise Act of 2019. Several individuals shared concerns regarding the plight of taxi medallion holders. Reuben David Goodman shared political aspirations and personal experiences. Tom Gilberty shared concerns regarding taxi medallion holders and large tech companies.

The Board of Supervisors adopted Resolution No. 257-19, supporting California State Senate Bill No. 464, the California Dignity in Pregnancy and Childbirth Act of 2019. Supervisors Ronen, Brown, and Mandelman were added as co-sponsors.

The Board of Supervisors adopted Resolution No. 258-19, supporting the induction of José Julio Sarria into the California Hall of Fame. Supervisors Haney and Walton were added as co-sponsors.

The Board of Supervisors adopted Resolution No. 260-19, supporting California State Assembly Bill No. 388, which requires the California State Department of Public Health to implement the Health Brain Initiative. Supervisor Haney was added as a co-sponsor.

The Board of Supervisors adopted Resolution No. 261-19, supporting a strengthened independent agency to lead the next generation of regionally significant projects towards a future Caltrain/High Speed Rail corridor between San Francisco and Gilroy.

The Board of Supervisors adopted Resolution No. 262-19, urging the Mayor to fund specific city-wide priorities in the FYs 2019-2020 and 2020-2021 budget. Supervisor Mandelman was added as a co-sponsor.

The Board of Supervisors approved Motion No. M19-094, approving Final Map 9686 for a 22 commercial unit condominium project at 2620 Jones Street.

The Board of Supervisors adopted Resolution No. 256-19, supporting United States House Resolution No. 6, the American Dream and Promise Act of 2019. Supervisors Haney and Stefani were added as co-sponsors.

The Board of Supervisors adopted Resolution No. 259-19, urging the federal budget appropriation to replace the Aquatic Park Pier. Supervisor Safai was added as a co-sponsor.

Supervisor Haney introduced a Charter Amendment to create the Homelessness Oversight Commission, assigned to the Rules Committee, with expiration on 6/20/2019.

Supervisor Yee introduced a Charter Amendment to rename the Aging and Adult Services Commission to the Disability and Aging Services Commission, assigned to the Rules Committee, with expiration on 6/20/2019.

The Mayor introduced an Ordinance amending Ordinance No. 143-18 to authorize an increase of the issuance and sale of tax-exempt or taxable Water Revenue Bonds, assigned to the Budget and Finance Sub-Committee.

The Mayor introduced an Ordinance appropriating funds for the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) Water Enterprise’s Capital Improvement Program for FY2019-2020, assigned to the Budget and Finance Sub-Committee.

Supervisor Peskin introduced an Urgency ordinance approving an interim zoning moratorium for 45 days on changes of nighttime entertainment use in the One Maritime Plaza area, assigned to the Land Use and Transportation Committee.

Supervisor Ronen introduced an Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to establish the Cooperative Living Opportunities for Mental Health Loan Fund and the Cooperative Living Opportunities for Mental Health Program, assigned to the Rules Committee, with expiration on 6/20/2019.

The Mayor introduced a Resolution authorizing the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing to apply for the California Emergency Solutions and Housing Program from the California Department of Housing and Community, received and assigned to Budget and Finance Sub-Committee.

The Mayor introduced a Resolution approving and authorizing the Director of the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to execute documents relating to loans for the Small Sites Program and Preservation and Seismic Safety Program, received and assigned to Budget and Finance Sub-Committee.

The Mayor introduced a Resolution authorizing the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to expend the South of Market (SoMa) Community Stabilization Fund dollars, received and assigned to Budget and Finance Sub-Committee.

The Mayor introduced a Resolution receiving and approving the annual report for the Tourism Improvement District and Moscone Expansion District for FY2017-2018, received and assigned to Government Audit and Oversight Committee.

Supervisor Brown introduced a Resolution commending and honoring Alvin C. Moses on his retirement, referred for adoption without committee reference agenda at the next board meeting.

Supervisor Peskin introduced a Resolution approving a Revenue Agreement between Public Works and JC Decaux San Francisco, LLC, for an automatic public toilet and public service kiosk program, received and assigned to Budget and Finance Sub-Committee.

Supervisor Peskin introduced a Resolution receiving and approving an annual report for the Top of Broadway Community Benefit District, received and assigned to Government Audit and Oversight Committee.

Supervisor Ronen introduced a Resolution urging the Mayor to fund the Cooperative Living Opportunities for Mental Health Program in the FYs 2019-2020 and 2020-2021 budgets, referred for adoption without committee reference agenda at the next board meeting.

Supervisor Stefani introduced a Resolution designating the San Francisco Arts Commission as the City and County of San Francisco agency serving as the state-local partner with the California Arts Council.

Supervisor Walton introduced a Resolution supporting California State Senate Bill No. 38, referred for adoption without committee reference agenda at the next board meeting.

Supervisor Walton introduced a Resolution supporting California State Senate Bill No. 39, referred for adoption without committee reference agenda at the next board meeting.

Supervisor Yee introduced a Resolution approving the use of the City’s Corporate Seal for the “Go Beyond the Arc” (GBTA) a free youth basketball camp organized by MCG Group LLC, sponsored by the Sheriff’s Department, received and assigned to Rules Committee.

Supervisor Yee introduced a Resolution authorizing the Clerk of the Board to amend the Budget and Legislative Analyst Services contract, received and assigned to Budget and Finance Committee.

The Mayor introduced a Motion ordering the submission to the voters of an Ordinance amending the Business and Tax Regulations Code and Administrative Code to impose an excise tax on the net rider fares for rides facilitated by transportation network companies and rides provided by autonomous vehicles and private transit services vehicles, assigned under 30 day rule to Budget and Finance Sub-Committee, expires on 6/20/2019.

Supervisor Mar introduced a Motion directing the Budget and Legislative Analyst to conduct four performance audits in FY2019-2020, received and assigned to Government Audit and Oversight Committee.

Supervisor Mar introduced a Motion withdrawing the Charter Amendment previously ordered submitted by the Board of Supervisors, for the election to be held on November 5, 2019, to establish the Free City College Fund, received and assigned to Rules Committee.

Supervisor Fewer requested a Hearing on the implementation of efforts to make biodiversity a city-wide priority, received and assigned to Land Use and Transportation Committee.

Supervisor Mandelman requested a Hearing to present and discuss high-priority strategies to achieve deep greenhouse gas emission reductions by 2030, received and assigned to Land Use and Transportation Committee.

Supervisor Yee requested a Hearing on police staffing levels, the Police Department's recruitment strategy and process, attrition and retention of officers, progress towards civilianization of appropriate positions, and details regarding the demographics of the Department, received and assigned to Government Audit and Oversight Committee.

A Hearing of the Board of Supervisors sitting as a Committee of the Whole on July 9, 2019, at 3:00 p.m., to consider the renewal and expansion of a property-based business improvement district known as the Union Square Business Improvement District was scheduled.

An Ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Joseph Alvarado against the City and County of San Francisco for $175,000 and appropriating the same amount from the Public Utilities Commission Wastewater Enterprise Fund balance; the lawsuit was filed on September 6, 2018, in San Francisco Superior Court, Case No. CGC-18-569501; entitled Joseph Alvarado v. City and County of San Francisco, et al.; the lawsuit involves alleged personal injuries on a City street; other material term is waiver of Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital lien. (City Attorney), received and assigned to Government Audit and Oversight Committee.

A Resolution approving the Cargo Facility Lease No. 19-0021, between China Airlines Limited, and the City and County of San Francisco, acting by and through its Airport Commission, for exclusive use space in Airport Building 648 and adjacent exclusive use ramp space on Plot 10, for an initial term of one year with two one-year options to extend for an initial annual base rent of $1,004,467.02 to commence upon approval by the Board of Supervisors. (Airport Commission), received and assigned to Budget and Finance Sub-Committee.

A Resolution approving a 2011 Lease and Use Agreement No. 19-0094 between the City and County of San Francisco, acting by and through its Airport Commission, and Iberia, Líneas Aéreas de España, S.A. Operadora, Sociedad Unipersonal (including Iberia when doing business as LEVEL Spain) to conduct flight operations at San Francisco International Airport, to commence on the first day of the month following Board approval through June 30, 2021. (Airport Commission), received and assigned to Budget and Finance Sub-Committee.

A Resolution approving the first amendment to the agreement between the Department of Public Health and the Regents of the University of California for behavioral health services for high-risk clients to increase the amount by $39,659,443 for a total amount not to exceed $49,275,951; and to extend the contract by three and one-half years, to commence July 1, 2019, for a total contract term of July 1, 2018, through December 31, 2022. (Public Health Department), received and assigned to Budget and Finance Sub-Committee.