Imperium

President Breed, on behalf of the entire Board, expressed their condolences over the sudden and unexpected passing of Mayor Edwin M. Lee at age 65. Breed highlighted Lee's life of service, contributions to San Francisco, and commitment to helping others. She noted his three decades of public service and his embodiment of San Francisco values. President Breed then made a motion to adjourn the Board meeting in honor of Mayor Lee, which carried without objection.

The Board considered and approved several items under the consent agenda. This included Ordinance No. 246-17, which amends business and tax regulations and health codes related to permit, license, and inspection fees for cannabis businesses, including fee waivers for Equity Applicants. They also approved Ordinance No. 245-17, amending the Public Works Code to implement Charter Section 16.129 regarding city maintenance of street trees. General Plan Amendment 171134 related to 1629 Market Street, Planning Code and Zoning Map amendment 170938 for the same location, and Development Agreement 170939 with Strada Brady, LLC for the Market and Colton Streets project, including affordable housing and open spaces, were also approved.

Ordinance No. 244-17 was considered and finally passed. This ordinance amends the Public Works Code to require a permit for the testing of autonomous delivery devices on sidewalks and sets rules governing their operation. It also amends the Public Works Code and Police Code to provide administrative, civil, and criminal penalties for the unlawful operation of such devices.

The Board addressed several new business items, including resolutions related to airport concession leases for SSP America, Inc. (170254 and 170255), increasing minimum annual guarantees and promotional charges. A resolution (171014) was adopted to accept and expend a grant from the Association of Bay Area Governments for an energy efficiency program. Resolution 450-17 authorized the Office of the District Attorney to renew its agreement with the California Victim Compensation Board for a revolving fund. A resolution (171082) was adopted to accept three gifts for the SFO Museum collection. Resolution 456-17 authorized the Recreation and Park Department to accept and expend a grant from the San Francisco Parks Alliance for their scholarship program.

The Board also considered resolutions related to a Memorandum of Understanding for the Urban Areas Security Initiative (UASI) (171158) and accepting/expending a grant from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security for the FY2017 UASI Program (171196). Resolutions 441-17, 442-17, and 443-17 were adopted, declaring the intent to reimburse certain expenditures from proceeds of future bonded indebtedness related to multifamily housing revenue bonds for 909 and 921 Howard Street, 414 Tehama Street, 206-5th Street, and 1990 Folsom Street, respectively.

The Board approved Resolution 449-17, receiving and approving the annual reports for the North of Market/Tenderloin Community Benefit District. Resolutions 453-17 and 454-17 were adopted, approving historical property contracts for 215 and 229 Haight Street and 973 Market Street, respectively. The board approved a grant acceptance agreement and permit to enter with the Asian Art Museum Foundation (171112). Finally, Resolution 461-17 approved an agreement with the nonprofit Owners' Association for the administration/management of the Japantown Community Benefit District.

The Board voted to advance for consideration ordinances related to motorized scooters and shared vehicle parking restrictions. The ordinance amending the Administrative Code to reauthorize the San Francisco Sentencing Commission was also advanced.

Motions 171272 and 171273 were approved for appointments to the Inclusionary Housing Technical Advisory Committee and the Local Homeless Coordinating Board (Kelley Cutler).

Motion 171274, approving the Mayor's appointment of Michael Pappas to the Aging and Adult Services Commission, was approved.

The Board heard appeals related to a proposed project at 218-27th Avenue concerning a determination of exemption from environmental review and a conditional use authorization. Appellants presented arguments against the project, and the Planning Department and Project Sponsor defended their decisions. Public comment was heard on both sides. Ultimately, the Board affirmed the Planning Department's determination (Motion M17-203) and approved the conditional use authorization (Motion M17-204). Motions to conditionally reverse the determination and disapprove the authorization were tabled.

A closed session for labor negotiations scheduled for January 9, 2018, was continued to the Board of Supervisors meeting on that date.

The Board voted to advance ordinances from the Budget and Finance Committee. This included an ordinance accepting a gift for public open space and community facility improvements at 55 Laguna Street (170943) and an ordinance appropriating funds from the State and Federal Contingency Reserve to backfill the loss of funding of various programs (171250). There was also a discussion about a real property lease renewal for the San Francisco Law Library at 1145 Market Street.

The board advanced to adopt resolutions relating to application of grants. Application 171144 involves Centers for Disease Control related to HIV surveillance. Application 171145 involves resources related to HIV/AIDS relief grants. Application 171199 involved Caltrans property lease. Application 171200 approved resolution related to land lease on Northern edge of parcel to Pacific Gas and Electric Company. Application 171204 involved a long term ground lease for housing, L.P., with 1296 Shotwell Street.

Several applications in the board meeting revolved around the Car Barn and Powerhouse. In particular, Applications 171205, 171206, 171207, 171208, and 171209 are the related applications under committee reports. Related to Federal tax reform, application 171255 corrective actions being taken to mitigate the effects on multifamily housing were discussed and advanced.

Involved in housing projects, there are a number of applications. Application 171258 involved applying for a grant for 1950 Mission Housing Associates L.P. for the 1950 Mission Street Project. 171259 involves applying for a grant for Folsom Housing L.P. for the project at Folsom Street. 171260 involves a MultiFamily Housing Revenue Bond.

Application 171157 involved an emergency declaration for the design of the Department of homelessness at Turk Street. Application 171256 involved a homeless shelter emergency, and authorizing the Director of Public Works. Application 171015 also involved the interim zoning for Offstreet parking.

Application 171243 involved the verification of completing the preapplication meeting. The other applications from the Public and Tenant Fund at 170937. These cases were approved for both meetings.

The audience testified on multiple issues, including the resignation of the board, the death of Mayor Lee, and the standards and the care. Issues regarding navigation centers and the citywide case management system were also discussed. Elderly eviction stories of homicide was also mentioned.

Resolution 171289 was discussed, urging Congress to support infrastructure and community development. Resolution 171292 discussed the resolution extending to extend the zoning map. Resolution 171281 discussed Rescission of tax sale of the Terrance Common Area.

Multiple legislations was Introduced and roll called. Charter amendment 171304 was initiated to create the Cannabis Commission. Charter Amendment 171305 was in place for non-citizens. Charter amendment 171306 discussed Commission seeking Elective Office. Charter Amendment 171307 discussed the retirement board. Charter Amendment 171308 discussed facilities. Charter Amendment 171309 discusses Jurisdiction within the city regarding traffic. Charter Amendment 171310 had to do with budget set asides.

New Legislation, including the 171311 on the permit fee for cannabis consumption. 171313 Development Agreement- Mission project 171314 with project area 1 and I-13. Ordinance on 171316 involved reward for property information and 171317 a ban on sale of animal fur products was also proposed. Another ordinance 171318 involved with Fees for Autonomous Delivery Device and work permits.

Other items introduced: Resolution 171315 for an amount not to exceed $1378000000 for bond issuance. Resolution 171319 15500000 acquisition of real property street and 171320 United States old been to lease from real estate division. Additionally, grant for Sergent Johns was added for renovation.