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The Board approved Ordinance No. 217-24, authorizing the issuance of Certificates of Participation not to exceed $29,000,000 for acquiring the Concourse Garage. This includes approving a Trust Agreement, Property Lease, and Lease Agreement, selecting a Trustee, and directing the publication of a Notice of Intention to Sell Certificates. The ordinance also covers terminating the Ground Lease and transferring the property to the Recreation and Park Commission, modifying documents, declaring the City's intent to reimburse expenditures, and ratifying previous actions. Sponsors were the Mayor, Supervisor Mandelman, and Supervisor Melgar.

The Board approved Ordinance No. 225-24, amending the Business and Tax Regulations Code to reduce real property transfer tax rates. Specifically, the rate drops from 5.5% to 3% for properties valued between $10,000,000 and $25,000,000, and from 6% to 3% for properties valued at $25,000,000 or more. This reduction applies to properties with at least 12% rent-restricted affordable units constructed using union labor and having at least $25,000,000 in debt or equity investment from a union pension fund at the time of transfer. The Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act was affirmed. Sponsors were Supervisor Safai, Supervisor Chan, and Supervisor Melgar.

The Board discussed and passed on first reading an ordinance sponsored by Supervisor Melgar. This ordinance involves de-appropriating $399,950 from General City Responsibility and $150,000 from the Municipal Transportation Agency (MTA). The funds are then re-appropriated as follows: $50,000 to the Arts Commission (ART) for mural artwork in West Portal; $125,000 to Children, Youth and Their Families (CHF) for improvements at Commodore Sloat Elementary, Sunnyside Elementary, and Jefferson Elementary; $162,750 to the Department of Public Works (DPW) for maintenance in Westwood Park, Monterey and Gennessee, Inner Sunset, Marietta Drive, and Edgehill Way; $13,200 to the San Francisco Public Library (LIB) for Digital Literacy courses; $49,000 to the Department of Recreation and Parks (REC) for renovation of the Marview Way Trail; and $150,000 to the Municipal Transportation Agency (MTA) for traffic calming on Yerba Buena Avenue, Ulloa Street, Laguna Honda Boulevard, Rockaway Avenue, and Monterey Boulevard, and a Public Parklet on Slow Hearst in Fiscal Year (FY) 2024-2025.

The Board adopted Resolution No. 457-24, approving the terms and conditions and authorizing the General Manager of the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission to execute a Purchase and Sale Agreement and Easement Deed with San Mateo County Flood and Sea Level Rise Resiliency District. This is for the acquisition of a 1,386-square-foot easement for an aerial water pipeline crossing and associated footings and braces across a portion of San Mateo County Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 011-322-200. The cost is $70,000 plus an administrative fee of $3,500 and up to $10,000 in closing costs, for a total amount not to exceed $83,500, pursuant to Charter, Section 9.118.

The Board adopted Resolution No. 458-24, retroactively authorizing the Office of the Treasurer and Tax Collector to accept and expend a grant increase of $65,000, bringing the total amount to $181,368, from Larkin Street Youth Services. This grant supports one-on-one financial coaching to Transitional Age Youth through the Rising Up campaign from July 1, 2023, through October 31, 2024.

The Board adopted Resolution No. 459-24, approving and authorizing the Director of Property, on behalf of the Human Services Agency, Department of Disability and Aging Services, to execute a Lease agreement with THE KELSEY CIVIC CENTER, LLC. The lease is for the ground floor commercial space at 240 Van Ness Avenue to be used as a Disability Community Cultural Center for a term of 15 years with three five-year options to extend. The annual base rent is $60,353 with 2% annual increases beginning January 1, 2026. The City’s contribution is up to $1,167,500 towards the cost of tenant improvements. Supervisor Preston requested to be added as a co-sponsor, joining Supervisor Peskin and Supervisor Mandelman.

The Board adopted Resolution No. 460-24, approving Amendment No. 2 to Contract No. PRO.0164, Engineering Services for the Lower Alemany Area Stormwater Improvement Project, between the City and McMillen Jacobs Associates (dba Delve Underground). The amendment increases the agreement by $8,300,000, resulting in a total not to exceed amount of $17,800,000. It also extends the duration by three years, for a total term of nine years from January 18, 2022, through January 17, 2031. This is due to additional engineering needed for analyses, design refinement for the Caltrans encroachment permit, and increased engineering support during construction.

The Board adopted Resolution No. 456-24, authorizing the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to execute and submit a grant application for a grant to fund affordable housing development under the California Department of Housing and Community Development’s Local Housing Trust Fund Program, for an amount not to exceed $5,000,000. Supervisor Preston requested to be added as a co-sponsor, joining the Mayor and Supervisor Mandelman.

Supervisor Mandelman introduced and presented a Certificate of Honor to Martha Cohen, Director of Special Events (Mayor’s Office), in recognition of her accomplishments organizing and producing City events over the last 30 years, specifically on the occasion of her birthday.

Supervisor Stefani introduced and presented a Certificate of Honor to Canine Companions, accepted by David Lasker and Janet Corsetti, in recognition of their providing service dogs to adults, children, and veterans with disabilities and facility dogs to professionals during National Service Dog Awareness Month.

Supervisor Ronen introduced and presented a Certificate of Honor to Nick Gregoratos, Prison Legal Services (Sheriff’s Department), on the occasion of his retirement after 27 years of public service and in recognition of his dedication to improving conditions of confinement and seeking justice for those incarcerated.

The Board discussed and passed on first reading an ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by David M. Schmitt against Build Group, Inc., which then filed a cross-complaint against the City and County of San Francisco, for $350,000. The lawsuit, Case No. CGC-22-601503, involves allegations of breach of contract arising from cost overruns and delay on the Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital Building 5 Rehabilitation Department Relocation Project. Other terms include a complete release of claims relating to the project.

The Board considered an ordinance approving the Police Department’s inventory and policy relating to the use of drones and making findings consistent with the criteria in State law. Supervisors Ronen and Walton voted No on First Reading.

Multiple speakers gave public comment on a range of issues. One person, Mark, shared personal experiences and religious views. Several speakers expressed the plight of taxi medallion holders, requesting assistance with debt incurred due to competition from ride-sharing companies. Jordan Davis expressed concerns regarding shelters and City officials. Lea McGeever voiced various grievances. Leonard Priestly and others spoke on behalf of the San Francisco Special Police Officers Association, pleading for assistance with funding. Susan Porter Backstead, representing “Unite Against Hate,” invited the Board to upcoming events. Francisco Da Costa expressed support for taxi medallion holders and concern about fund disbursements. Thierry Fill shared concerns regarding rules of existence, beauty, and joy.

The Board adopted Resolution No. 464-24, proclaiming September 2024 as the Ninth Annual San Francisco Transit Month in the City and County of San Francisco. Sponsors were Supervisor Mandelman, Dorsey, Ronen, Melgar, Safai, Engardio, Stefani, Walton, Preston and Peskin.

The Board adopted Resolution No. 461-24, retroactively authorizing the San Francisco Police Department (“SFPD”) to enter into a Use Agreement with CSUITEMUSIC, LLC (“Producer”) to develop and produce a documentary, entitled “SFPD Journey to Justice,” about Sojourn to the Past, a retracing of the Civil Rights Movement and its connection to the modern policing profession, granting all necessary trademark licenses and rights to traditional and digital networks. Supervisor Safai requested to be added as a co-sponsor, joining Supervisor Melgar.

The Board adopted Resolution No. 462-24, consolidating various elections to be held on November 5, 2024, including the State of California General Election, City and County of San Francisco Municipal Election, City and County of San Francisco’s Special Bond Election, the Bay Area Rapid Transit District Election, the San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education (School Board) Election, the School Board Special Election for General Obligation Bonds, and the San Francisco Community College Board of Trustees Election. All these elections will share the same precincts, voting places, and officers as the State General Election. Sponsor was Supervisor Peskin.

The Board adopted Resolution No. 463-24, extending by 180 days the time within which the Planning Commission may render its decision on an Ordinance (File No. 240729) amending the Planning Code to permit new floor area or building volume on the rooftop of a noncomplying structure located at 1896 Pacific Avenue, on Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0576, Lot Nos. 27-44. This resolution also affirms the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act and makes public necessity, convenience, and welfare findings under Planning Code, Section 302, as well as findings of consistency with the General Plan. Sponsor was Supervisor Stefani.

The Board adopted Resolution No. 465-24, recognizing September 2024 as National Service Dog Awareness Month in the City and County of San Francisco. Supervisors Ronen and Mandelman requested to be added as co-sponsors, joining Supervisor Stefani.

An ordinance (File No. 240870) sponsored by the Mayor and Supervisor Chan was introduced to amend the Administrative Code, authorizing the Department of Human Resources to carry out various functions in the administration of the T.J. Anthony Employee Catastrophic Illness Program for City employees and the Catastrophic Illness Program for Family Members of City employees. It was assigned to the Rules Committee.

An ordinance (File No. 240871) sponsored by the Mayor, Supervisor Walton, and Supervisor Ronen was introduced to amend the Administrative Code. The amendments include reducing the frequency of Shelter Monitoring Committee site visits, requiring the Committee to establish in its bylaws the threshold number of complaints or out-of-compliance findings that trigger additional visits, revising eligibility criteria for Seat 1 on the Committee, and revising the Standards of Care for City Shelters by establishing requirements for shower stalls with working hot and cold water controls, minimum passing space for sleeping units, and signage posting regarding the availability of translation services. The ordinance also eliminates the minimum shelter stay requirement for single adult reservations, revises the complaint process, and updates programmatic terms. It was assigned to the Rules Committee.

An ordinance (File No. 240872) sponsored by the Mayor and Supervisor Dorsey was introduced to amend the Planning Code and Zoning Map to create the 30 Van Ness Avenue Special Use District. The area is generally bound by Fell Street to the north, Market Street to the east and south, and Van Ness Avenue to the west. It also modifies the Notice of Special Restrictions related to inclusionary housing obligations under the Agreement for Sale of Real Estate between the City and 30 Van Ness Development LLC. The ordinance affirms the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act and makes findings of consistency with the General Plan. It was assigned to the Land Use and Transportation Committee.

An ordinance (File No. 240873) sponsored by the Mayor was introduced to amend the Planning Code, permitting the use of California Debt Limit Allocation Committee tax-exempt bond financing and tax credits under the Tax Credit Allocation Committee for certain affordable housing projects. These projects must provide additional affordable units or deeper affordability levels than required by the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance. The ordinance affirms the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act and makes findings of public necessity and consistency with the General Plan. It was assigned to the Land Use and Transportation Committee.

An ordinance (File No. 240874) sponsored by the Mayor was introduced to amend the Building Code, excusing the requirement for professionally prepared architectural drawings for building permits that change certain use designations. This exception applies when the change does not increase occupant load or occupancy class, or include alterations. The ordinance affirms the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act. It was assigned to the Land Use and Transportation Committee.

An ordinance (File No. 240877) sponsored by the Mayor and Supervisor Walton was introduced to approve and adopt an amendment to the Redevelopment Plan for the Hunters Point Shipyard Redevelopment Project Area (“HPS”). The amendment authorizes the transfer of up to 2,050,000 square feet of research and development and office space from HPS Phase 2 to the Bay View Hunters Point Redevelopment Plan Project Area Zone 1 and extends the Redevelopment Plan time limits for HPS Phase 2. The ordinance directs the Clerk of the Board to transmit a copy upon its enactment to the Successor Agency, makes findings under the California Environmental Quality Act, and makes findings of consistency with the General Plan. It was assigned to the Board of Supervisors.

An ordinance (File No. 240878) sponsored by the Mayor and Supervisor Walton was introduced to approve and adopt an amendment to the Redevelopment Plan for the Bayview Hunters Point Redevelopment Project Area (“BVHP”). The amendment authorizes the transfer of up to 2,050,000 square feet of research and development and office space from the Hunters Point Shipyard Redevelopment Plan Project Area Phase 2 to BVHP Zone 1 and extends the Redevelopment Plan time limits for BVHP Zone 1. The ordinance directs the Clerk of the Board to transmit a copy upon its enactment to the Successor Agency, makes findings under the California Environmental Quality Act, and makes findings of consistency with the General Plan. It was assigned to the Board of Supervisors.

An ordinance (File No. 240879) sponsored by Supervisor Dorsey was introduced to amend the Planning Code to waive the Transit Center District Open Space Impact Fee for 524 Howard Street, LLC’s development project at 524 and 530 Howard Street. The waiver is in recognition of the project’s proposed construction of a pedestrian bridge connecting to the Transbay Transit Center’s rooftop park. The ordinance affirms the Planning Commission’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act and makes findings of consistency with the General Plan and findings of public necessity. It was assigned to the Land Use and Transportation Committee.

An ordinance (File No. 240880) sponsored by Supervisor Peskin, Preston, Chan, Ronen and Walton was introduced to amend the Administrative Code to provide that newly constructed dwelling units that first received a certificate of occupancy between June 13, 1979, and November 5, 2024, shall be generally subject to rent control, to the extent authorized by a future modification or repeal of the Costa-Hawkins Rental Housing Act; and making certain changes to clarify existing law regarding rent control exemptions under Costa-Hawkins. It was assigned to the Land Use and Transportation Committee.

A resolution (File No. 240881) sponsored by the Mayor was introduced to approve the first amendment to the grant agreement between Mission Neighborhood Centers and the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing (“HSH”) for homelessness prevention assistance. The amendment extends the grant term by 36 months from June 30, 2025, for a total term of August 1, 2022, through June 30, 2028, and increases the agreement amount by $13,104,262 for a total amount not to exceed $20,633,600. It authorizes HSH to enter into amendments or modifications to the agreement. It was received and assigned to the Budget and Finance Committee.

A resolution (File No. 240882) sponsored by the Mayor and Supervisor Mandelman was introduced to approve a ground lease with Five Keys Schools and Programs for the real property owned by the City at 42 Otis Street. The property will be operated as permanent supportive housing. The lease term is five years with 10 automatic extensions. The rent is not to exceed $1. The resolution determines that the below-market rent will serve a public purpose by providing permanent supportive housing, adopts findings declaring the Property as "exempt surplus land" under the California Surplus Land Act, affirms the Planning Department's determination under the California Environmental Quality Act, and makes findings of consistency with the General Plan. It was received and assigned to the Budget and Finance Committee.

A resolution (File No. 240883) sponsored by the Mayor, Supervisor Ronen, Mandelman and Engardio was introduced to authorize the Office of the Mayor and the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing to solicit donations from various private entities and organizations to support the expansion of temporary shelter and other homeless services to support people experiencing homelessness, notwithstanding the Behested Payment Ordinance. It was received and assigned to the Government Audit and Oversight Committee.

A resolution (File No. 240884) sponsored by the Mayor, Ronen, and Mandelman, was introduced to authorize the Director of Property to acquire real property at 3300, 3306, and 3308 Mission Street from 3300 Mission Partners L.P. for $4,151,000. The property will be used for constructing affordable housing. The resolution authorizes a Ground Lease to lease the Property back to the Borrower for 75 years for an annual rent of $1 in order to construct a 100% affordable, 35-unit multifamily rental housing development. An Amended and Restated Loan Agreement not to exceed $12,440,242 is authorized, as is a limited payment guaranty not to exceed $1,000,000 from MOHCD. Findings declaring the Property as "exempt surplus land," determining that the less-than-market rent will serve a public purpose, and that the proposed transactions are consistent with the General Plan are also adopted. It was received and assigned to the Budget and Finance Committee.

A resolution (File No. 240885) sponsored by the Mayor and Supervisor Walton was introduced to approve an amendment to the Tax Increment Allocation Pledge Agreement between the City and County of San Francisco and the Office of Community Investment and Infrastructure. The amendment involves pledging net available tax increment to finance public improvements and affordable housing in furtherance of the Candlestick Point and Phase 2 of the Hunters Point Shipyard Redevelopment Project. The resolution adopts findings under the California Environmental Quality Act and findings that the agreement is consistent with the General Plan. It was received and assigned to the Board of Supervisors.

A resolution (File No. 240886) sponsored by the Mayor, Dorsey and Mandelman was introduced authorizing the Port of San Francisco to accept and expend a grant award in the amount of $7,800,000 from the California Coastal Conservancy Climate Ready Program, for Southern Embarcadero Resilience and Enhancement Project for the period of October 1, 2024, through May 31, 2027. It was received and assigned to the Budget and Finance Committee.

A resolution (File No. 240887) sponsored by Supervisor Mandelman, Walton, Engardio, Melgar, Stefani, Preston, Ronen, Chan, Dorsey and Safai was introduced to recognizing the week of September 21 through September 27, 2024, as United Against Hate Week in the City and County of San Francisco. It was referred for adoption without committee reference agenda at the next board meeting.

A resolution (File No. 240888) sponsored by Supervisor Safai, Mandelman and Preston was introduced declaring September 16, 2024, as "Mahsa Amini Day" in the City and County of San Francisco. It was referred for adoption without committee reference agenda at the next board meeting.

A motion (File No. 240889) sponsored by Supervisor Melgar was made that the Board of Supervisors convene in closed session on September 24, 2024, pursuant to California Government Code, Section 54956.9, and San Francisco Administrative Code, Section 67.10(d)(1), for the purpose of conferring with, or receiving advice from, the City Attorney regarding existing litigation in which the City is a party: City and County of San Francisco v. United States Environmental Protection Agency (United States Supreme Court) Case No. 23-753. It was referred for adoption without committee reference agenda at the next board meeting.

A motion (File No. 240875) sponsored by Supervisor Walton was made scheduling the Board of Supervisors to sit as a Committee of the Whole on October 22, 2024, at 3:00 p.m., to hold a public hearing to consider 1) an Ordinance for the proposed Amendment to the Redevelopment Plan for the Bayview Hunters Point Redevelopment Project Area; 2) an Ordinance for the proposed Amendment to the Redevelopment Plan for the Hunters Point Shipyard Redevelopment Project Area; and 3) a Resolution for the proposed Amendment to the Tax Increment Allocation Pledge Agreement for the Candlestick Point and Phase 2 of the Hunters Point Shipyard Project.

A motion (File No. 240891) was made approving/rejecting the Treasurer’s nomination of Greg Wagner, for a term ending June 17, 2026, to the Treasury Oversight Committee. It was received and assigned to the Rules Committee.

Motions (File Nos. 240867, 240868, and 240869) were made approving/rejecting the Mayor's nominations for the appointments of Avni Jamdar (term ending August 1, 2028), Joshua Arce (term ending August 1, 2026), and Stephen Leveroni (term ending August 1, 2028) to the Public Utilities Commission. These were received and assigned to the Rules Committee.

A resolution (File No. 240827) was introduced authorizing the General Manager of the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission to execute Amendment No.1 to Contract No. PRO.0138.C with AECOM Technical Services, Inc., increasing the contract by $9,000,000 for a total not to exceed amount of $20,000,000 with no change to the term of April 16, 2020, through April 15, 2031, to continue providing planning, design, and engineering support of improvements to various dam and reservoir facilities. It was received and assigned to Budget and Finance Committee.

A resolution (File No. 240836) sponsored by Mandelman, was introduced authorizing the Environment Department to accept and expend an in-kind gift of pro bono tax services, with an estimated value of $112,089 for a term of engagement effective upon approval of this Resolution through May 31, 2025, provided by Deloitte Tax LLP, to help the City identify opportunities to obtain federal tax credits for qualifying sustainability activities. It was received and assigned to Budget and Finance Committee.

A resolution (File No. 240837) was introduced approving Contract No. 71100 between the City, acting by and through the Office of Contract Administration, and Gillig, LLC for the purchase of 49 40-foot low-floor electric transit buses, for a term of four years starting from December 1, 2024, through November 30, 2028, for a total not to exceed amount of $69,417,759.56; and to authorize the Purchaser to make necessary, non-material changes to the Contract before its execution. It was received and assigned to Budget and Finance Committee.

A resolution (File No. 240838) was introduced approving the Contract Amendment between the City, acting by and through the Office of Contract Administration (OCA), and W.W. Grainger, Inc. for the purchase of Industrial Supplies by City departments, increasing the amount by $25,000,000 for a total not to exceed amount of $32,000,000 with no changes to the term of two years, nine months and 27 days from January 12, 2024, through November 8, 2026; and to authorize OCA to enter into amendments or modifications to the Amendment that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of Amendment. It was received and assigned to Budget and Finance Committee.