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Mayor London Breed addressed the Board, highlighting efforts to bring back business conventions to revitalize the travel industry. Supervisor Safai raised concerns about potential small business closures and job loss after the commercial lease moratorium expires, questioning how the city will address accumulated commercial back rent. Mayor Breed responded that the city has provided grant and loan programs and will continue to utilize the Office of Small Business to waive business license fees and provide relief. She acknowledged bureaucratic hurdles and the need to work with landlords to renegotiate back rent. No further action was taken after public comment.

The Board approved Ordinance No. 150-21, retroactively authorizing the District Attorney to accept and expend a $2,000,000 grant from the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation for the Safety and Justice Challenge, also amending the Annual Salary Ordinance to add a grant-funded Principal Administrative Analyst position. Ordinance No. 151-21 was also passed, retroactively authorizing the DA to accept and expend a $1,000,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Justice for the Justice Reinvestment Initiative, adding two Victim/Witness Investigator III positions. The Board also passed Ordinance No. 152-21, amending the Business and Tax Regulations Code to implement Proposition F and L, concerning gross receipts and payroll expense taxes. Additionally, Ordinance No. 149-21 was passed, amending the Planning Code to eliminate Conditional Use Authorization requirements for Residential Care Facilities in Residential, House (RH) Districts, while requiring it for changes of use or demolition.

The Board adopted Resolution No. 411-21, approving Modification No. 10 to the Municipal Transportation Agency Contract with Siemens Mobility, Inc., to procure 30 additional light rail vehicles for $130,409,780 plus escalation costs, with cancellation provisions through June 2025. Julie Kirschbaum, Timothy Manglicmot, Jonathan Rewers, and Jeffrey Tumlin (Municipal Transportation Agency) were present to answer questions. The board also passed an amended ordinance on first reading regarding COVID-19 tenant protections. Supervisor Preston introduced an amendment to the ordinance, changing the effective date from July to October and adding language to the ordinance which would only allow the amendments if state law is modified accordingly, specifying that the prohibition on evictions for non-payment of rent applies to rent due between October 1, 2021, and December 31, 2021, provided the tenant has paid at least 25% of the rent owed.

The board passed an ordinance on first reading to establish the COVID-19 Commercial Rent Relief Fund, providing financial support to landlords of commercial tenants unable to pay rent due to the COVID-19 pandemic, setting a sunset date of 24 months from the legislation's effective date. The Board also adopted Resolution No. 431-21, approving Amendment No. 2 to a lease between Stellar Partners, Inc., and the Airport Commission, extending the term for the Boarding Area F Specialty Store Lease until no later than June 30, 2023. Resolution No. 432-21 was adopted, approving a lease modification to the agreement with TACA International Airlines, extending the term through June 30, 2023, for an estimated rent of $4,301,668. They approved Resolution No. 430-21, authorizing the Director of Transportation to execute a contract with MacKay Meters, Inc., for parking meter hardware and support services for $70,557,894 over five years. The Board also adopted Resolution No. 433-21, retroactively authorizing the Department of Public Health to enter into a Performance Contract with the California Department of Health Care Services for various mental health programs. Resolution No. 434-21 was adopted, retroactively authorizing the Director of Health to sign an amended agreement with the California Department of Health Care Services for the Whole Person Care Pilot program, increasing the agreement amount to $197,589,948. Resolution No. 436-21, acknowledging notice from the Public Utilities Commission regarding potential retroactive approvals of contracts for energy-related products, and Resolution No. 437-21, authorizing the General Manager of the SFPUC to execute an amendment to the grant agreement with 181 Fremont Street, LLC, for an Onsite Water Reuse System, extending the term to January 5, 2032, were adopted. Additionally, Resolution No. 439-21, authorizing the issuance and sale of Special Tax Bonds for Community Facilities District No. 2014-1 (Transbay Transit Center), and Resolution No. 440-21, authorizing the execution and delivery of Commercial Paper Notes for vehicle financing, were adopted. Finally, Resolution No. 441-21, retroactively authorizing the Department of Public Health to accept and expend a grant from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for viral hepatitis surveillance and prevention, was adopted.

Supervisor Melgar recused herself from voting on File No. 210423 due to a possible conflict of interest. The board passed on first reading the Ordinance amending the Planning Code to designate Ingleside Terraces Sundial and Sundial Park as a Landmark.

The Board passed on first reading an Ordinance granting revocable permission to HV Community Association, Inc., to occupy and maintain the irrigation system, sidewalks, curbs and ramps for ADA-compliant passenger loading for Hunters View Phase 1. The board passed on first reading an Ordinance amending the Health Code to lower the threshold for requiring alternate water sources in new buildings, exempt certain affordable housing projects, require specific sources of nonpotable water for certain uses, modify fees, require payment of excess use charges for failure to properly maintain systems, and require reports on purified water, recycled water, and Non-potable District Systems; and amending the Business and Tax Regulations Code to update license fees for operating alternate water source systems.

The Board adopted Resolution No. 435-21, determining that the issuance of a Type-64 special on-sale general theater liquor license to Bigote de Gato Arts and Music, Inc., doing business as Teatro Tin Tan, located at 2519 & 2521 Mission Street, will serve the public convenience or necessity. The board also adopted Resolution No. 438-21, determining that the transfer of a Type-21 off-sale general beer, wine, and distilled spirits liquor license to La Loma #7, Inc., doing business as La Loma Produce #7, located at 2695 San Bruno Avenue, will serve the public convenience or necessity.

The Board approved Motion No. M21-128, appointing Cris Plunkett, Diana Almanza, and Traci Watson to terms ending July 1, 2022, and Gabriela Avalos to a term ending July 1, 2023, to the Shelter Monitoring Committee.

The Board passed on first reading an Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to require the Police Department to consult with the District Attorney on all juvenile delinquency cases and provide the DA the opportunity to commence proceedings in the juvenile delinquency court. Supervisor Stefani voted against. They also passed on first reading an Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to authorize the Board of Supervisors to adopt a parental leave policy for its members, allowing participation in public meetings by teleconferencing under certain conditions, and to adopt a similar policy for other City boards and commissions.

The Board held a public hearing regarding an appeal of the approval of a Conditional Use Authorization for a proposed cannabis retail use at 5801 Mission Street. The appellant and various members of the public spoke in support of the appeal, raising concerns. Representatives from the Planning Department and the project sponsor presented their perspectives, with some members of the public supporting the project. After the hearing, the Board approved Motion No. M21-127, approving the Planning Commission's decision, with Supervisors Chan, Mar, and Safai voting against. Motions to conditionally disapprove the authorization and prepare findings were tabled. President Walton opened the public hearing and inquired as to whether any individual wished to address the Board. Delia Fitzpatrick and Pastor Roderick Gittens (Appellant) provided an overview of the appeal, responded to questions raised throughout the discussion, and further requested the Board to approve the appeal. Mike Mick; Del Seymour; Josephine; George Young; Speaker; Steven Currier; Speaker; Speaker; Tina Kan Camaro; Jewell Keneally; Amelia Martez; Monique Guidry; Speaker; Chuck Su; Speaker; Speaker; Speaker; Speaker; Barbara Fugate; Derek Gallagher; Speaker; Raquel Alvarez; David Hooper; Speaker; Speaker; Marlene Tran; spoke in support of the appeal. Aaron Starr and Ryan Balba (Planning Department) provided an overview of the decision of the Planning Department and responded to questions raised throughout the discussion. Heidi Hanley and Edward Brown (Project Sponsor) provided an overview of the project, responded to questions raised throughout the discussion, and further requested the Board to uphold the decision of the Planning Department. Pastor Greg Leadbetter; Ryan Miller; David Goldman; Michael Cohen; Tony Bowels; Sarah Thurman; Lisa Owen; Speaker; Tahari Howland; Speaker; Speaker; Rachel Michelle; Speaker; Speaker; Kim Ferrari; Gavin; Sarita Marshall; Antoine Brookes; Lisa Bose; Jasmine Hanley; Gregory Mills; John Glenn; Denis Dory; June Bug; Robert Town; Antoine; Sara Schrader; spoke in support of the project and in opposition to the appeal. Delia Fitzpatrick (Appellant) provided a rebuttal and further requested the Board to approve the appeal. There were no other speakers. President Walton closed public comment and declared the public hearing heard and filed.

The Board approved a resolution approving the settlement of an unlitigated claim of the San Francisco Bay Regional Water Quality Control Board against the City and County of San Francisco regarding alleged violations of the California Water Code related to wet weather-related overflows from the City’s combined sewer system. The board adopted Resolution No. 442-21, calling for the creation of a "Beach to Bay" car-free connection and urging the Recreation and Park Department and San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency to improve park accessibility and create equitable access to Golden Gate Park.

Members of the public shared their views on various topics. Several expressed opposition to the vehicle triage center at Candlestick Park. Others advocated for restoring and expanding Muni service, shared resources for those experiencing mental health crises, raised concerns regarding the Behavioral Health Commission, and voiced concerns about censorship of public comment. Bevan Dufty expressed support for naming the Press Room after Barbara Taylor. Eva Crasanti expressed concerns regarding accusations made against a City Commissioner. Jose Ortega expressed support of the Resolution declaring International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances (File No. 210968).

The Board adopted Resolution No. 444-21, supporting the Green New Deal for Public Schools Act of 2021. The Board adopted Resolution No. 443-21, retroactively declaring August 30 as International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances and condemning enforced disappearances in El Salvador. The Board adopted Resolution No. 445-21, recognizing September 21, 2021, as Korean Chuseok Day and honoring the Korean Center, Inc.

Ordinance was assigned for appropriations related to a special tax bond and controller reserve as well as special tax revenues to fund a related project. Ordinance was assigned related to Legacy Business programs. The board voted to refer several resolutions including commending state Assembly bills as well as urging Afghan refugee support. A resolution receiving and approving the Ocean Avenue Community Benefit District was assigned. Latinx Heritage Month was referred for Adoption Without Committe Reference. Intention to name the San Francisco City Hall Press Room after Barbara A Taylor. Urging a pause on COVID booster administration and tech information transfer to low income countries. Motions for reappointments to Bicycle Advisory Committee as well as to Child Care Planning and Advisory Council were voted on. A request for updates and hearing for implementation of the City's urban canopy and street tree maintenance, watering, retention, replacement and expansion plan was requested. Additionally a Street Teams Response Update and Information requesting report was voted on.