San Francisco Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting - June 10, 2025

The San Francisco Board of Supervisors held its regular meeting on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. in City Hall. The meeting included a formal policy discussion with Mayor Daniel Lurie, adoption of consent and regular agenda items, public commendations, and public comment. Key topics included RV homelessness legislation, shelter expansion in District 10, capital investment in District 11, immigration enforcement actions, and multiple resolutions and ordinances.

Consent Calendar

• Items 2 through 9 were approved unanimously on a 10-0 vote. These included routine approvals such as refunding certificates of participation, appropriations, fee adjustments, lawsuit settlements, and a waiver of contracting requirements for a port lease.

Public Comments & Testimony

• Several members of the public spoke on a variety of topics:
  • One speaker urged the board to remove 5G towers, claiming they are harmful, and issued an ultimatum for action by July 1.
  • A U.S. Marine veteran warned of impending violence and riots due to police not arresting the right people, and alleged signal intelligence manipulation by foreign entities.
  • A speaker recounted personal experiences of being strangled and abused by law enforcement, criticizing the police budget and lack of accountability.
  • A speaker reported witnessing ICE agents conduct what they described as a kidnapping in an unmarked van, expressing fear and anger.
  • Another speaker requested the board to pass legislation on rewards for unsolved homicides, displaying photos of her murdered son and other victims.
  • A speaker raised concerns about the narrow sidewalk on Taylor Street after construction, which they said has become a congregating area for homeless individuals.
  • One speaker asked about putting a measure on the ballot to restrict police access to databases, but was nervous and requested follow-up.
  • A final speaker honored the late musician Sly Stone and suggested turning the former Nordstrom space into a supper club.

Discussion Items

• Mayor's Appearance and Policy Discussion: Mayor Daniel Lurie appeared before the board for a formal policy discussion. He opened by addressing immigration enforcement actions occurring downtown that afternoon, stating that local law enforcement does not participate in federal immigration enforcement under long-standing city policy. He also introduced new legislation (co-sponsored by several supervisors) to limit oversized vehicle parking to two hours citywide, paired with expanded outreach and housing services to address RV homelessness, including a $90 million proposal over three years for interim housing.

  • Topic 1: Shelters (District 10): Supervisor Walton questioned the mayor about the Gerald Commons shelter in the Bayview, stating that the community unanimously opposes the expansion and that the mayor is making unilateral decisions in a district that already hosts multiple homeless services. Mayor Lurie defended the project, noting that Phase 1 opened in April with 60 cabins for older adults, a proposed expansion of 82 more beds, and a two-year community engagement process. He claimed no complaints have been received via the dedicated phone line. Walton pressed that no resident or business supports the expansion, and asked the mayor to pause the proposal. The mayor disagreed that support is nonexistent and stated he will continue to work with the community.
  • Topic 2: Capital Projects (District 11): Supervisor Chen asked what process the mayor's office uses to ensure major capital investments in historically neglected areas (e.g., Crocker Amazon renovation, Ingleside Police Station, Ocean View Library) are responsive to community needs. Mayor Lurie highlighted the city's 10-year capital plan, transparency, and equity priorities. He cited the Ingleside Police Station ($109 million, completion 2029) will include a community room, and the Ocean View Library shifted to a full rebuild ($42 million allocated) due to community feedback. Chen asked for a commitment to personally engage with District 11 constituents, which the mayor gave.

• Commendations (2:30 p.m. Special Order): The board recognized four honorees for meritorious service:

  • Seventh and eighth graders from St. Cecilia's Church and School for a sock, shoes, and sweats donation drive that collected 1,521 pairs of socks, 49 pairs of sweatpants, and 47 pairs of shoes for St. Anthony's Foundation.
  • Mac Allen, a Muni transit operator known for his warmth, poetry, and care for students on the 44 O'Shaughnessy line, who also led efforts for Transit Operator Appreciation Day.
  • Takashi Onishi, founder of Japan Video and Media, who introduced anime and manga to the U.S. and served the Japantown community for 40 years, organizing festivals and the first anime costume parade.
  • Darcy Drollinger, San Francisco's first Drag Laureate, founder of Oasis nightclub and Oasis Arts, who paid over $1.6 million to performers and led initiatives like Meals on Heels during the pandemic.

• Unfinished Business:

  • Item 10 (Fire Department ambulance appropriations) passed unanimously on final reading (two-thirds vote).
  • Item 11 (Downtown Revitalization and Economic Recovery Financing District board) passed on first reading.

• New Business: Items 12-27 were passed on first reading or adopted, including:

  • Software licensing fund (Item 12)
  • Grant amendments and leases (Items 13-15)
  • Grant for Proposition 47 program (Item 16)
  • Brake system overhaul contract (Item 17)
  • Four gift/grant acceptances for DPH (Items 18-21)
  • Revenue obligation approval (Item 22)
  • Planning code amendments for reproductive health clinics (Item 23)
  • Two commission appointments (Items 26-27)

• Committee Reports (Items 28-33): All passed unanimously, including compensation for unrepresented employees, MOU amendment for nurses, assessment ballots for community benefit districts, behested payment waiver, and an audit of Recreation and Park Department.

• Roll Call Introductions: Supervisors introduced new business:

  • Supervisor Walton introduced a resolution supporting AB 1242 to strengthen language access laws.
  • Supervisor Chen introduced a resolution condemning ICE deportations and adjourned in memory of Sean O'Neill McGrew and Luisa Blue.
  • Supervisor Mahmood introduced a resolution affirming the right to peaceful assembly and condemning militarization of civilian response, and also introduced two letters of inquiry regarding the 311 mobile app and data accuracy.

Key Outcomes

• The consent agenda (Items 2-9) was approved unanimously (10-0).
• All unfinished and new business items (Items 10-27) were passed or adopted with no recorded objections, mostly on same house same call.
• Committee reports (Items 28-33) were adopted unanimously.
• The two items for adoption without committee reference (Items 36-37: resolution urging restoration of adult acupuncture Medi-Cal benefit and findings for a conditional use authorization) were adopted unanimously (10-0).
• Supervisor Fielder was excused from the meeting by motion (10-0).
• The meeting was adjourned in memory of Sean O'Neill McGrew and Luisa Blue.