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San Francisco Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting - May 7, 2024

Board of Supervisors — Tuesday, May 7, 2024
BodySan Francisco, California
SessionBoard of Supervisors
DateTuesday, May 7, 2024
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0:08

Good afternoon and welcome to the May 7th, 2024 regular meeting of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors.

0:14

Madam Clerk, would you please call the roll?

0:17

Thank you, Mr.

0:18

President.

0:18

Supervisor Chan.

0:20

Chan present, Supervisor Dorsey.

0:23

Dorsey present, Supervisor Engardio.

0:25

Engario present, Supervisor Mandelman.

0:29

Mandelman present, Supervisor Melgar.

0:32

Melgar present, Supervisor Peskin.

0:34

Present.

0:35

Peskin present, Supervisor Preston.

0:37

Preston present, Supervisor Ronan.

0:40

Ronan present, Supervisor Safai.

0:43

Present.

0:43

Safai present, Supervisor Stephanie.

0:46

Stephanie present and Supervisor Walton.

0:50

Walton present.

0:51

Mr.

0:52

President, all members are present.

0:54

Thank you, Madam Clerk.

0:55

The San Francisco Board of Supervisors acknowledges that we are on the unceded ancestral homeland of the Ramatu Shaloni, who are the original inhabitants of the San Francisco Peninsula.

1:06

As the indigenous stewards of this land and in accordance with their traditions, the Ramatushaloni have never ceded, lost nor forgotten their responsibilities as the caretakers of this place, as well as for all peoples who reside in their traditional territory.

1:21

As guests, we recognize that we benefit from living and working on their traditional homeland.

1:26

We wish to pay our respects by acknowledging the ancestors, elders, and relatives of the Ramatushalone community, and by affirming their sovereign rights as First Peoples.

1:35

Colleagues, please join me in the Pledge of Allegiance.

1:39

I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands.

1:46

One nation under God, indivisible with liberty and justice for all.

1:57

Colleagues, do we have a motion to approve the April 2nd, 2024 minutes made by Supervisor Safai, seconded by Supervisor Mandelman?

2:06

Madam Clerk, on that motion made and seconded a roll call, please.

2:09

Supervisor Ronan.

2:11

Ronan I, Supervisor Safai.

2:14

Safai I, Supervisor Stephanie.

2:17

Stephanie I, Supervisor Walton, Walton, I, Supervisor Chan.

2:22

Chan, I, Supervisor Dorsey.

2:25

Dorsey I, Supervisor Engario, Engario, I, Supervisor Mandelman.

2:30

Mandelman, I, Supervisor Melgar.

2:33

Melgar, I, Supervisor Peskin.

2:36

Aye.

2:36

Peskin I, and Supervisor Preston.

2:39

Preston, I.

2:40

There are 11 ayes.

2:42

That uh the board meeting minutes will be approved af as presented after public comment.

2:47

Madam Clerk, would you please read the consent agenda?

2:50

Items one through six are on consent and considered to be routine.

2:55

If a member objects, an item may be removed and considered separately.

3:00

Would any member like an item or item severed?

3:03

Seeing none, we will take these items, same house, same call.

3:07

These ordinances are finally passed.

3:09

Next item, please.

3:11

Item seven is an ordinance to amend the administrative code to prohibit the fire department from providing or using personal protective equipment containing intentionally added PFAS, the perflural alcohol, and the polyfluoral elkl by June 30th, 2026, and to require the fire department to conduct regular meetings with labor representatives and to submit regular reports to the Board of Supervisors and the Fire Commission pertaining to the progress towards meeting the June 30th, 2026 deadline.

3:44

Seeing no names on the roster, thank you, colleagues for your co-sponsorship, Supervisor Safai Chen, Melgar, Engardio, Mandelman, and Stephanie.

3:53

And this is a national first, and we will take it same house, same call.

3:58

The ordinance is passed on first reading.

4:00

Madam Clerk, would you please read items?

4:02

Thank you, Chief.

4:05

Uh Madam Clerk, Madam Clerk, could you please read items eight and nine together?

4:09

Items eight and nine are two resolutions that approve grant amendments for the West Side Community Mental Health Center.

4:16

Item 8 approves a second amendment to the MINAP program contract between Westside Community Mental Health Center and the City.

4:22

It increases the grant amount by 10.7 million for a new total of approximately 18.3 million and extends by two years and 10 months, the performance term, which is now through April 30th, 2027.

Discussion Breakdown — Share of Meeting
Affordable Housing███████████████████████████27%
Procedural███████████████████19%
Public Comment█████████████13%
Public Works█████████9%
Police Oversight███████7%
Public Health█████5%
Public Safety█████5%
Public Housing███3%
Public Defender Services██2%
Summary of Proceedings

San Francisco Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting - May 7, 2024

The San Francisco Board of Supervisors held its regular meeting on May 7, 2024, starting at 10:15 a.m. All 11 supervisors were present. The meeting covered a consent calendar, several regular agenda items, special orders for commendations, a committee of the whole on sidewalk assessments, and public comment. Key actions included approval of settlement agreements, grant amendments, ordinances on PFAS, Great Highway closure, firearm procurement, and recognition of Affordable Housing Month.

Consent Calendar

  • Settlement of Lawsuit - Aidan Gauper and Cory Maryott: $800,000
  • Settlement of Lawsuit - Patrick Marks: $55,000
  • Settlement of Lawsuit - Ralph Harris: $400,000
  • Settlement of Lawsuit - Debra M. Hoisch: $157,500
  • Settlement of Lawsuit - Elijah Williams: $37,500
  • Landmark Designation - San Francisco Fire Station No. 44: Approved.
  • Administrative Code - Firefighter Personal Protective Equipment Containing PFAS: Ordinance passed on first reading, prohibiting PFAS in firefighter PPE by June 30, 2026. Supervisor Peskin noted it is a national first.
  • Grant Amendments - Westside Community Mental Health Center: Two resolutions approved, increasing funding to $18,336,834 and $17,308,923 respectively, with term extensions.
  • Accept and Expend Grant - Bay Area Young Survivors: $800,000 for renovated seating area at Conservatory East.
  • Grant Agreement Amendments - Compass Family Services: Flexible Housing Subsidy Pool increased to $29,151,597; Family Housing Ladder increased to $13,104,997.
  • Emergency Declaration - Pine Lake Park Slope: $5,000,000 for repair and restoration.
  • HUD Block Grants: Four resolutions approved for FY2024-2025: Community Development Block Grant ($25,638,788), Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS ($13,301,528), HOME Investment Partnership ($7,761,293), and Emergency Solutions Grants ($1,802,414).
  • Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities Program - Transbay Block 2 East: $41,011,377 award approved.
  • 100% Permanent Supportive Housing - 1633 Valencia Street: Loan not to exceed $41,036,048 and grant not to exceed $80,785,406 approved.
  • Crankstart Foundation Grant - Public Defender's Pretrial Release Unit: $150,000 retroactively accepted.

Discussion Items

  • Item 21 - Grant Amendment - Tenderloin Housing Clinic (THC): Referred without recommendation from Budget Committee. Supervisor Chan expressed concerns about performance and contract oversight, noting a new RFP issued in 2023 with results expected June 2024. Supervisor Preston highlighted significant vacancies documented in the BLA report, but stated most have since been filled. He urged better monitoring by Adult Probation. Supervisor Safai asked about the partnership, and Chair Chan confirmed it remains with THC and Adult Probation. The resolution was adopted.
  • Item 22 - Park Code - Great Highway Extension Road Closure: Supervisor Melgar presented the ordinance to close a 3,317-foot segment south of Sloat Boulevard to vehicles, creating a multi-use trail and improving shoreline resilience as part of the Ocean Beach Climate Change Adaptation Project. She noted rising sea levels and the need to protect the sewage treatment facility. The ordinance passed on first reading.
  • Item 23 - Administrative Code - Firearm and Ammunition Procurement: Supervisor Stephanie introduced an ordinance setting minimum qualifications for suppliers, citing a Brady United report that found 90 California law enforcement agencies unknowingly bought from dealers with ATF violations. She stated there are 78,000 licensed gun dealers in the U.S., more than major fast-food chains combined. The ordinance passed on first reading.
  • Item 24 - Administrative Code - Family Violence Council: Ordinance extending the sunset date to May 1, 2027, and allowing the mayor to select a supportive department. Passed on first reading.
  • Items 25-27 - Liquor Licenses: Three licenses approved for Endgames Improv (2965 Mission St.), Paname SF (523 Broadway St.), and Bi-Rite (2134-2140 Polk St.), all with conditions.
  • Item 35 - Planning Code - 900 Kearny Street Special Use District: Supervisor Melgar moved to strike section four regarding use size maximums in the Chinatown Community Business District, citing lack of community consultation. The amendment was adopted, and the ordinance as amended passed on first reading.
  • Item 36 - Appointment to Local Agency Formation Commission: Supervisor Hillary Ronen appointed, with Supervisor Ronen excused from the vote; motion passed 10-0.

Special Order 2:30 p.m. - Recognition of Commendations

  • Margaret Thrupp: Retiring director of Tel-Hi Co-op Preschool, recognized for nearly a decade of leadership and over 40 years in early childhood education.
  • Police Chief William Scott: Recognized for reform efforts, achieving a 35% drop in vehicle break-ins since August 2023, and double-digit decreases in violent and property crimes in Q1 2024.
  • The Jelly Donut: Family-owned donut shop in the Mission District, honored for 20th anniversary of Small Business Week and community service.
  • Brian Lau: Special education teacher at Roosevelt Middle School, recognized for innovative programs and dedication to students with disabilities.

Special Order 4:00 p.m. - Committee of the Whole: Sidewalk Inspection and Repair Program (SIRP) and Accelerated Sidewalk Abatement Program (ASAP)

  • The Board sat as a Committee of the Whole to hear reports on assessment costs. Department of Public Works representative Mr. Lennon reported:
    • SIRP: 468 invoices issued since May 2023; 95% (443) paid. Remaining 22 invoices totaling $19,513. The report for lien approval included $8,522.08 from 8 invoices.
    • ASAP: 46 invoices issued; 35% (16) paid. Remaining 30 invoices reduced to 15, totaling $6,260.80. After adjustments (removing one property for alignment with other enforcement), the total was $5,212 plus 12% admin fee ($5,837).
  • Public comment: Several property owners addressed concerns. One speaker (Eric Haverly) alleged a neighbor repeatedly filed complaints. Another (Priscilla Seriano) noted a violation sent to a wrong address, but it was resolved. Cheryl Williams raised issues with tree roots causing sidewalk uplift. After public comment, the board removed two properties (Mangles and Amber) from the list based on DPW findings. The amended ASAP report was approved.

Public Comments & Testimony

  • General public comment included:
    • A speaker warned about cell phone addiction and societal harm.
    • Chris Workline alleged misuse of military-grade surveillance equipment and reported a near-hit by a suspect fleeing police.
    • John Avalos (CCHO) supported Affordable Housing Month, highlighting Prop A passage and upcoming events.
    • Jim McAfee raised concerns about domestic partner rights at Laguna Honda Hospital.
    • A homeless speaker urged faster action on livability and homelessness.

Key Outcomes

  • Consent Calendar: All items passed unanimously on a single roll call (11-0).
  • Item 21 (THC Contract): Adopted 11-0 despite concerns.
  • Item 22 (Great Highway Closure): Passed on first reading.
  • Item 23 (Firearm Procurement): Passed on first reading.
  • Item 24 (Family Violence Council): Passed on first reading.
  • Items 25-27 (Liquor Licenses): Resolutions adopted.
  • Item 35 (900 Kearny SUD): Passed as amended.
  • Item 36 (LAFCO Appointment): Approved 10-0.
  • Items 39, 41, 42, 43 (Adoption Without Committee Reference): Adopted 11-0.
  • Item 40 (Affordable Housing Month): Resolution adopted affirming commitment to scale up affordable housing investments.
  • Committee of the Whole: SIRP and ASAP reports approved with amendments to remove two properties from the lien list.
  • Adjournment: In memory of Randy Leo Dudley, per Supervisor Ronen.

Meeting Transcript

Good afternoon and welcome to the May 7th, 2024 regular meeting of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors. Madam Clerk, would you please call the roll? Thank you, Mr. President. Supervisor Chan. Chan present, Supervisor Dorsey. Dorsey present, Supervisor Engardio. Engario present, Supervisor Mandelman. Mandelman present, Supervisor Melgar. Melgar present, Supervisor Peskin. Present. Peskin present, Supervisor Preston. Preston present, Supervisor Ronan. Ronan present, Supervisor Safai. Present. Safai present, Supervisor Stephanie. Stephanie present and Supervisor Walton. Walton present. Mr. President, all members are present. Thank you, Madam Clerk. The San Francisco Board of Supervisors acknowledges that we are on the unceded ancestral homeland of the Ramatu Shaloni, who are the original inhabitants of the San Francisco Peninsula. As the indigenous stewards of this land and in accordance with their traditions, the Ramatushaloni have never ceded, lost nor forgotten their responsibilities as the caretakers of this place, as well as for all peoples who reside in their traditional territory. As guests, we recognize that we benefit from living and working on their traditional homeland. We wish to pay our respects by acknowledging the ancestors, elders, and relatives of the Ramatushalone community, and by affirming their sovereign rights as First Peoples. Colleagues, please join me in the Pledge of Allegiance. I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands. One nation under God, indivisible with liberty and justice for all. Colleagues, do we have a motion to approve the April 2nd, 2024 minutes made by Supervisor Safai, seconded by Supervisor Mandelman? Madam Clerk, on that motion made and seconded a roll call, please. Supervisor Ronan. Ronan I, Supervisor Safai. Safai I, Supervisor Stephanie. Stephanie I, Supervisor Walton, Walton, I, Supervisor Chan. Chan, I, Supervisor Dorsey. Dorsey I, Supervisor Engario, Engario, I, Supervisor Mandelman. Mandelman, I, Supervisor Melgar. Melgar, I, Supervisor Peskin. Aye. Peskin I, and Supervisor Preston. Preston, I. There are 11 ayes. That uh the board meeting minutes will be approved af as presented after public comment. Madam Clerk, would you please read the consent agenda? Items one through six are on consent and considered to be routine. If a member objects, an item may be removed and considered separately. Would any member like an item or item severed? Seeing none, we will take these items, same house, same call. These ordinances are finally passed. Next item, please.

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