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The Board approved several ordinances under the consent agenda, which included recommendations from the Budget and Finance Committee, Government Audit and Oversight Committee, Land Use and Transportation Committee, and Rules Committee. These ordinances covered a wide range of topics, such as eliminating certain fees and increasing gross receipts thresholds, appropriating funds for earthquake safety, affordable housing and other projects, settling lawsuits related to employment disputes and property damage, waiving transit center district open space impact fees, vacating a portion of airspace, amending the Administrative Code regarding shelter monitoring and surveillance technology, establishing an AI inventory, and establishing a rapid rehousing policy.

Ordinance No. 290-24, concerning the settlement of a lawsuit filed by Paul Wildes and Reed Sandberg against London Breed, José Cisneros, and Carmen Chu, involving alleged violations of California Constitution, article I, Section 7, relating to Transgender Status Discrimination, Sex Discrimination, and Race/Ethnicity Discrimination, was finally passed with a vote of 7 Ayes and 3 Noes (Supervisors Peskin, Preston, and Walton). The terms of settlement include a payment of $3,250 in attorney's fees and costs and injunctive relief.

The Board addressed new business items recommended by the Budget and Finance Committee. File No. 241084, an ordinance amending the Business and Tax Regulations Code to exempt certain leases with the Port Commission from real property transfer taxes, passed on first reading. Resolution No. 617-24, approving the termination of an existing lease and the execution of a new lease for Waterfront Plaza, was adopted. Resolution No. 620-24, finding the proposed lease and development of Pier 45 Shed A and the former Shed C area fiscally feasible and endorsing the term sheet, was also adopted. All votes were unanimous.

The Board considered several items related to Treasure Island. Ordinance No. 241085, authorizing the execution and delivery of Certificates of Participation for Treasure Island Stage 2 infrastructure projects, and Ordinance No. 241086, appropriating funds to the Treasure Island Development Authority, both passed on first reading. Resolutions No. 618-24 and No. 619-24, authorizing the Stage 2 Contribution as debt of the City and County of San Francisco Community Facilities District No. 2016-1 and authorizing the Stage 2 Contribution as debt of the City and County of San Francisco Infrastructure and Revitalization Financing District No. 1 (Treasure Island), respectively, were adopted. Resolution No. 626-24, amending the City’s 10-year capital expenditure plan, was also adopted. All votes were unanimous.

The Board considered File No. 241117, an ordinance retroactively authorizing the Office of the District Attorney to accept and expend a grant from the California Department of Insurance to fund the Organized Automobile Fraud Activity Interdiction Program. Supervisor Mandelman was added as a co-sponsor. The ordinance passed on first reading with unanimous approval.

The Board addressed matters concerning homelessness and supportive housing. Resolution No. 603-24, approving a ground lease with Abode Property Management for permanent supportive housing, and Resolution No. 604-24, approving a grant agreement for property management services, were both adopted. Resolution No. 606-24, approving an amendment to the grant agreement with St. Vincent de Paul Society for shelter operations at the Multi-Service Center South, was adopted. Resolution No. 611-24, approving an amendment to the grant agreement with Compass Family Services for the Urgent Accommodation Vouchers Program, was also adopted. All resolutions were unanimously approved.

The Board considered resolutions concerning various city departments and initiatives. Resolution No. 614-24, approving the Trust Indenture for San Francisco International Airport Second Series Revenue Bonds, was adopted. Resolution No. 615-24, fixing prevailing wage rates for various workers, was adopted. Resolution No. 616-24, authorizing the Department of Emergency Management to apply for various grant programs, was also adopted. All resolutions were unanimously approved.

Resolution No. 241095, authorizing the Recreation and Park Department to enter into an agreement with BXP Embarcadero Plaza LP and others regarding improvements at Embarcadero Plaza and Sue Bierman Park, was re-referred to the Budget and Finance Committee upon a motion by Supervisor Chan, seconded by Supervisor Ronen.

The Board considered resolutions related to public health and early childhood education. Resolutions No. 621-24, No. 622-24, and No. 623-24, retroactively authorizing the Department of Public Health to accept and expend grants and in-kind gifts for various health programs, were adopted. Resolution No. 624-24, retroactively authorizing the Department of Public Health to submit a grant application for the Ryan White Act HIV/AIDS Emergency Relief Grant Program, was also adopted. Resolution No. 607-24, retroactively approving a Sole Source Agreement with the Low Income Investment Fund for child care facilities, was adopted as well. All resolutions received unanimous approval.

The Board addressed housing-related resolutions. Resolution No. 608-24, authorizing the execution and delivery of multifamily housing revenue notes for Casa Adelante 1515 South Van Ness, was adopted. Resolution No. 609-24, approving an amended ground lease and loan agreement for Casa Adelante SVN Housing, was also adopted. Supervisor Ronen was added as a co-sponsor to both resolutions. Both resolutions were unanimously approved.

Resolution No. 625-24, generally endorsing the form of an Infrastructure Facility Design-Build-Finance-Operate-Maintain Agreement for the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) Potrero Yard Modernization Project, was adopted. Supervisors Walton, Mandelman, and Ronen were co-sponsors.

The Board considered resolutions related to property leases. Resolution No. 627-24, approving a lease agreement with BAFC Team Operator, LLC for training facilities on Treasure Island, was adopted. Supervisors Engardio and Safai were added as co-sponsors. Resolution No. 628-24, approving a real property lease for the Department of Child Support Services, was also adopted. Both resolutions received unanimous approval.

The Board addressed resolutions related to city services and contracts. Resolution No. 630-24, approving a contract with Recology San Francisco for refuse collection and disposal services, was adopted. Motion No. M24-122, authorizing the Clerk of the Board to exercise an option to extend the term for Budget and Legislative Analyst Services with Harvey M. Rose Associates, LLC, was approved. All votes were unanimous.

The Board considered items referred without recommendations from the Budget and Finance Committee. Ordinance No. 240189, amending the Park Code to raise fees at the Marina Small Craft Harbor, passed on first reading. Resolution No. 610-24, approving an amendment to the grant agreement with HomeRise for the 5th and Harrison Transitional Living Program, was adopted. Resolution No. 605-24, approving an amendment to the grant agreement with the Mid-Market Foundation for the Mid-Market/Tenderloin Community-Based Safety Program, was also adopted. All votes were unanimous.

The Board considered Recommendation of the Land Use and Transportation Committee. Ordinance No. 240931, amending the Planning Code and Zoning Map to establish the 2301 Chestnut Street Special Sign District, encompassing the real property consisting of Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 0936, Lot No. 001, to allow two projecting signs at 2301 Chestnut Street; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; making findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1; and making findings of public necessity, convenience, and welfare under Planning Code, Section 302, passed First Reading.

The Board recognized several individuals and organizations with Certificates of Honor. Ivar Satero (Director of San Francisco International Airport) was recognized on the occasion of his retirement. The League of Women Voters of San Francisco was recognized for their exceptional public service delivering unbiased and concise proceedings around the November 2024 General Election. Paul Osaki (Executive Director of the Japanese Cultural and Community Center of Northern California) was recognized for his dedication to the preservation of Japanese culture in Japantown and his promotion of the friendship between Japan and the United States. Andrew Jordan Nance (Founder and Lead Trainer of Mindful Arts San Francisco) was recognized for his accomplishments organizing and offering mindful instruction programs for the students and staff of the San Francisco Unified School District. Tracy and John Gallardo were recognized for their lifelong community work in the Mission District. The Presidio Bay Foundation, accepted by its founders K. Cyrus Sanandaji and Kabir Seth, was recognized in recognition of their accomplishments administering the Presidio Scholars Summer Program to equip young adults with the tools needed to succeed in the real estate industry.

The Board held a hearing regarding the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency’s (SFMTA) decision to amend the Transportation Code to establish new restrictions on overnight parking for recreational large vehicles. Gabriel Medina (Appellant) provided an overview of the appeal, responded to questions raised throughout the discussion, and requested the Board to approve the appeal. Numerous speakers spoke in support of the appeal and in opposition to the project. Viktoriya Wise and Sam Dodge (Municipal Transportation Agency) provided an overview of the decision of the Municipal Transportation Agency, responded to questions raised throughout the discussion, and requested the Board to uphold the decision of the Municipal Transportation Agency. Eleana Binder (Appellant) provided a rebuttal and further requested the Board to approve the appeal. President Peskin closed public comment and declared the public hearing heard and filed.

The Board then addressed motions related to the SFMTA decision. Supervisor Preston moved that the motion affirming the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency Board of Directors’ decision on October 1, 2024 be tabled, which carried by a vote of 7 Ayes to 3 Noes. Subsequently, the board voted to conditionally reverse the SFMTA decision. And also voted to have the Clerk of the Board prepare findings reversing the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency Board of Directors’ decision.

The Board discussed committee reports from the Government Audit and Oversight Committee. Ordinance No. 241104, authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Gabriel Perez, and Ordinances No. 241115 and 241116, authorizing settlement of lawsuits filed by Park Hotels & Resorts Inc., passed on first reading. Resolution No. 613-24, approving the settlement of unlitigated claims between the City and County of San Francisco, and Chevron U.S.A. Holdings Inc. and Chevron U.S.A. Inc., was adopted with 8 Ayes and 2 Noes (Supervisors Chan and Melgar).

The Board approved Motion No. M24-125, directing the Budget and Legislative Analyst to conduct a comprehensive performance and management audit of the San Francisco Zoo for Fiscal Years (FYs) 2024-2025 and 2025-2026.

The Board addressed recommendation from the Land Use and Transportation Committee. Ordinance No. 230596, amending the Planning Code to require minimum residential density, Ordinance No. 241055, amending the Building and Planning Codes to correct typographical errors, and Ordinance No. 241103, amending the Planning Code to designate the Ladies’ Protection and Relief Society as a Landmark, passed on first reading.

Resolution No. 629-24, generally endorsing key terms for a proposed amendment to the Conditional Property Exchange Agreement between the City and County of San Francisco and EQX Jackson SQ Holdco LLC, was adopted with a unanimous vote.

The Board addressed committee reports from the Rules Committee. Ordinance No. 240984, amending the Administrative Code to change the sunset date for the Mental Health SF Implementation Working Group, Ordinance No. 240985, amending the Administrative Code and Labor and Employment Code to move certain employment-related provisions, and Ordinance No. 241083, amending the Administrative Code to end certain quarterly reporting requirements by the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development, passed on first reading. All ordinances were unanimously approved.

The Board took up Ordinance No. 241119, an ordinance amending the Administrative Code to establish an Office of Citywide Food Coordination (“OCFC”) within the Human Services Agency, charged with coordinating citywide efforts to address food insecurity among San Francisco residents, preparing a Food Security Report every five years that examines the scope of food insecurity among San Francisco residents, and seeking the input of community organizations and other City departments to inform the Food Security Report and the OCFC’s efforts; and dissolving the Food Security Task Force on July 1, 2025, instead of July 1, 2026.

During the public comment period, various individuals expressed concerns on different topics. Thierry Fill spoke about beauty, the need for nourishment, and the ten commandments. Peter Warfield expressed concerns regarding the San Francisco Public Library and the lack of access to programs and services. Otto Duffy expressed concerns regarding overdoses in Single Room Occupancy residences.

The Board adopted Resolution No. 612-24, declaring the results of the November 5, 2024, Consolidated General Election, with a unanimous vote.

The Board adopted Resolution No. 631-24, supporting the appointment of Sonoma County Supervisor Lynda Hopkins as the California Coastal Commission North Central Region Representative.

The Board adopted Resolution No. 632-24, urging the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency to implement red zones for daylighting at all crosswalks and intersections to comply with the Daylighting to Save Lives Bill. Supervisor Mandelman requested to be added as a co-sponsor.

The Board approved Motion No. M24-126, approving Final Map No. 12116, a 35-unit residential condominium project, with a unanimous vote.

The Board considered Motion No. 241182, establishing the 2025 Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting Schedule. Supervisor Mandelman moved to amend the motion, which was seconded by Supervisor Melgar. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: 10 - Chan, Dorsey, Engardio, Mandelman, Melgar, Peskin, Preston, Ronen, Safai, Walton.

The Board determined the seniority of the newly elected Members of the Board of Supervisors. Angela Calvillo, Clerk of the Board, informed the Board that seniority ranking is determined in accordance with Board Rule 6.2.1 (Board Seniority) and the ranking for the current and (re)elected Members, beginning on January 8, 2025, will be as follows: Rafael Mandelman; Shamann Walton; Myrna Melgar; Connie Chan; Matt Dorsey; Joel Engardio. Alisa Somera, Legislative Deputy Director, then conducted the lottery and announced the order for the newly elected Members, beginning on January 8, 2025, will be as follows: Bilal Mahmood; Jackie Fielder; Chyanne Chen; Danny Sauter.

Mayor London Breed and Supervisor Mandelman introduced Ordinance No. 241197, amending the Administrative Code to create the Cole Valley Entertainment Zone. Supervisor Chan introduced Ordinance No. 241198, amending the Planning Code and Zoning Map to establish the Alexandria Theater Special Use District (SUD).

Mayor London Breed introduced Resolution No. 241199, retroactively authorizing the Department of Public Health to accept and expend a grant from the National Institutes of Health. The Board of Supervisors introduced Resolutions No. 241200, 241201, and 241202, commending Supervisors Ahsha Safaí, Hillary Ronen, and Dean Preston, respectively.

The Board of Supervisors introduced Resolution No. 241203, commending Board of Supervisors President Aaron Peskin. The Clerk of the Board also filed a motion (No. 241204) adopting findings to reverse the Municipal Transportation Agency decision on overnight recreational large vehicle parking restrictions.

The City Attorney proposed Ordinance No. 241164, regarding settlement of a lawsuit filed by Stern Grove Festival Association, and Ordinance No. 241165, regarding settlement of a lawsuit filed by Arthur Bailey Jr. The Airport Commission proposed Resolution No. 241166, regarding acceptance and recording of avigation easements.

The City Attorney proposed Resolution No. 241167, approving the settlement of the unlitigated claim filed by James Hourihan.