Public Meetings - San Francisco, California

Note: The raw transcript lists the meeting date as April 13, 2026, but the provided meeting date is July 9, 2026. This summary uses the latter as instructed. This meeting of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors Rules Committee, chaired by Supervisor Shamann Walton, with Vice Chair Stephen Sherrill and President Rafael Mandelman, addressed two items: a resolution on police commission oversight and an ordinance on hotel worker enforcement. Key decisions included forwarding the amended resolution to the full board and continuing the hotel ordinance while also voting to recommend it. Public Comments & Testimony - Item 2 (Hotel Ordinance): No public speakers initially. After the continuance motion, two speakers testified: - Cynthia Gomez (Unite Here Local 2) expressed support for the amendments, arguing they are necessary to enforce the Healthy Buildings Ordinance and ensure hotel cleanliness, helping tourism recovery. She stated that some hotels evade enforcement and that a private right of action would level the playing field. - Alex Bastian (CEO, Hotel Council of San Francisco) opposed the amendments, stating that the original ordinance was pandemic-era and that hotels are now exceptionally clean. He argued that the legislation would harm hotel recovery and the city's tax base. Discussion Items - Item 1 – Resolution on Police Commission Oversight: Chair Walton introduced a resolution affirming the importance of independent civilian oversight of the San Francisco Police Commission. President Mandelman expressed concerns about language opposing the mayor's authority over the chief of police and proposed amendments to remove that language. After debate, Mandelman moved his amendments, which passed 2-1 (Sherrill and Mandelman in favor, Walton opposed). The amended resolution was then forwarded to the full Board of Supervisors with a recommendation, passing 3-0. - Item 2 – Ordinance on Hotel Worker Lawsuits: The ordinance would allow employees of tourist hotels or their union to file civil lawsuits for violations of cleaning and disease prevention standards. Chair Walton initially called for a continuance to the next rules committee. After public comment, he moved to continue the item to the call of the chair, which passed unanimously. Subsequently, he moved to recommend the item to the full board, which also passed unanimously. (Note: The transcript shows two successive motions on the same item—first a continuance, then a recommendation to the full board. This appears contradictory; the official outcome likely includes both actions, but the exact disposition is unclear.) Key Outcomes - Item 1: The committee voted 2-1 to adopt President Mandelman's amendments, then voted 3-0 to forward the amended resolution to the full Board of Supervisors with a recommendation. - Item 2: The committee voted unanimously to continue the ordinance to the call of the chair and also voted unanimously to recommend it to the full board. The item is expected to appear on the Board of Supervisors agenda of April 21, 2026, unless otherwise stated (per the clerk's initial announcements). Other Announcements - Clerk Victor Young noted that items acted upon are expected to appear on the Board of Supervisors agenda of April 21, 2026, unless otherwise stated.

The Budget and Finance Committee, chaired by Supervisor Connie Chan, met on July 8, 2026, to consider 13 items including grants, audits, bond issuances, and health service rates. The committee approved all items, referring them to the full Board of Supervisors with positive recommendations. Public Comments & Testimony - Item 2 (Cal Academy Audit): Multiple speakers, including union representatives, a former employee, and a volunteer diver, expressed support for a full performance and management audit. They cited concerns about layoffs, top-heavy management, contracting out work, and executive bonuses while the institution faces financial challenges. Emily Abraham, director of government affairs at the Academy, stated the institution welcomes the audit and will cooperate fully. - Item 3 (Embarcadero Plaza Renovation): TJ Wenzel of the San Francisco Downtown Development Corporation (DDC) expressed support for the partnership, noting the project will strengthen San Francisco’s global front door. - Item 5-7 (Mission Bay Ferry Landing): Amy Alden of UCSF supported the ferry landing, highlighting that UCSF’s $4 million contribution fulfills a commitment made to Mayor Ed Lee, and that the landing will improve access for employees, patients, and visitors. Discussion Items - Item 1 – Grant Approval Threshold Ordinance: The committee heard a presentation on an ordinance to increase the minimum grant award requiring Board of Supervisors approval from $100,000 to the greater of $1 million or the federal single audit threshold, effective October 1, 2026. The item was continued from a previous meeting; no further discussion was needed and it was moved to the full board. - Item 2 – Performance Audit of California Academy of Sciences: Supervisor Melgar introduced a motion to direct the Budget and Legislative Analyst (BLA) and Controller’s Office to conduct a performance and management audit of the California Academy of Sciences. She noted the Academy operates on city land and receives city support but has never been audited. BLA representative Nick Minard stated that with cooperation, the audit would take six to nine months and could be completed within the fiscal year. The committee discussed the Academy’s $200 million endowment (including $50 million unrestricted) and the need for best practices for cultural institutions. The motion passed unanimously. - Item 3 – Embarcadero Plaza and Sue Bierman Park Renovation: Supervisor Sauter presented a resolution to accept a $20 million grant from the DDC for renovations. The total project budget is approximately $40 million plus $2.5 million in-kind from BXP. The city is contributing $18 million, including $14 million from the Vibrant SF 2024 bond. The DDC has committed to fundraising the remaining $20 million. The resolution passed unanimously. - Item 4 – SFUSD General Obligation Bonds (Series B): The committee received a presentation on a resolution authorizing the issuance of up to $270 million in Series B bonds from the 2024 Prop A authorization. The bonds will fund school projects over 24 months, with a true interest cost not to exceed 6% and a repayment term of up to 25 years. The district may also issue refunding bonds to generate savings. The resolution passed unanimously. - Items 5-7 – Mission Bay Ferry Landing Grants and Contract: Vice Chair Dorsey expressed support for the ferry landing, noting it will serve the growing Mission Bay neighborhood. The port presented three items: acceptance of a $4 million grant from UCSF, a $4.5 million grant from the San Francisco County Transportation Authority, and an amendment to extend a design contract with COWI OLMM Joint Venture retroactively to June 16, 2026, through June 30, 2028, with no change in the $6.4 million contract amount. The committee approved the items with an amendment to item 6 adding retroactive language. All passed unanimously. - Item 8 – Health Service System Rates for 2027: The Health Service System presented the proposed 2027 rates and benefits package, with an overall premium increase of 10.11%. The increase is driven by rising costs of GLP-1 medications, gene and cell therapies, and provider inflation. The Health Service Board approved no changes to plan benefits or providers. The committee noted that the city’s total cost for health benefits will increase from $1 billion in 2026 to $1.1 billion in 2027. Chair Chan commended the system’s transparency and requested continued communication on rate projections during the budget process. The ordinance passed unanimously. - Item 9 – Wastewater Analysis Gift: Vice Chair Dorsey introduced a resolution to accept an in-kind gift of $87,000 from Biobot Analytics for wastewater-based epidemiology services to detect emerging substances in the drug supply. Dr. Jeffrey Hom of the Department of Public Health presented the project, which will run from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027. The city received notice on June 9, 2026, leaving only 22 days for the acceptance process; retroactive approval was sought. The resolution passed unanimously. - Items 10-11 – Airport Leases: The airport commission presented two resolutions: a 12-year lease with Hotel Zoe LLC for a traveler’s retreat (Wait & Rest and The Lost Gate) at terminals 1 and 3, with a minimum annual guarantee of $350,000, and a lease termination agreement with SSP America Inc. for the Sweet Maple space in Terminal 2. The BLA recommended approval. Both resolutions passed unanimously. - Items 12-13 – District Attorney Grants: The District Attorney’s Office presented two items: a grant of $275,391 from the California Victim Compensation Board for the Criminal Restitution Compact Program (July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2029), and a gift of $200,000 from the Chris Larson Fund to support Project Restore, a women’s housing initiative for victims of violent crime. Both items passed unanimously. Key Outcomes - All 13 items were approved by the committee and referred to the full Board of Supervisors with positive recommendations. The votes were unanimous (3-0) on each item. Items 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 were referred without amendment; item 6 was amended to include retroactive language before referral. The next board meeting where these items will appear is July 14, 2026, unless otherwise stated.

The San Francisco Police Commission met on July 8, 2026, beginning at approximately 1:45 PM. The meeting included officer recognition, a chief's report on crime trends and the controversial Pride weekend incidents, public comment overwhelmingly critical of police actions at the Trans March and Stud Alley, discussion and approval of three revised Department General Orders (DGOs), and a presentation of the DPA's 2025 annual statistical report. Commissioners expressed commitment to community engagement and scheduled further discussion of the Pride incidents. Consent Calendar - The commission received and filed the SFPD Quarterly Activity and Data Report (first quarter 2026), SB 1421 and SB 16 monthly reports, but voted to agendize the SFPD Sparks Report for quarter one at a future meeting. The motion passed unanimously (7-0). - A public commenter noted that meeting minutes from the prior meeting were not included in the agenda and requested printed copies for comparison. Public Comments & Testimony - Officer Recognition (Line Item 1): Michael Petrellis requested equal time at meetings to highlight unsolved crimes and wanted images of wanted suspects displayed. A transgender resident began speaking but was redirected to general public comment. - General Public Comment (Line Item 2): The majority of speakers were transgender residents and allies who described police violence during Pride weekend (June 26-27). They reported officers with batons, rifles, and drones at the Trans March and Stud Alley, stating that police escalated peaceful celebrations into violence. Speakers demanded accountability, a full investigation, a town hall, and police-free Pride. Specific allegations included officers charging into crowds, shoving people, causing injuries (bruises, concussion), and making over 20 arrests with serious charges. Many referenced the historic Compton's Cafeteria riots and expressed fear and loss of trust. One speaker (mother of an unsolved homicide victim) urged the commission to support families of victims and called for renewed efforts on cold cases. A retired police officer spoke in support of community policing and urged the commission to engage with communities. - Chief's Report (Line Item 4): Several public commenters criticized the chief's lack of written materials and failure to agendize the Pride incidents earlier. They questioned why arrests were made in the middle of a large crowd when suspects were already identified via drone surveillance, and why property damage took priority over public safety. Speakers also expressed concerns about the growing surveillance state (flock cameras, drones, LPRs) and potential misuse of data. - DPA Report (Line Item 5): A speaker asked how the community can safely provide footage or testimony without fear of retaliation or trumped-up charges. - Commission Reports (Line Item 6): A speaker urged the commission to act faster on scheduling town halls and agendizing incidents, warning that news cycles move quickly. Another speaker noted that the trans community's distrust makes “see something, say something” ineffective and called on police to call out misconduct by their own officers. - DGO 5.20 & 5.23: Representatives from Chinese for Affirmative Action and the Language Access Network supported the policies, emphasizing the need for robust implementation and ongoing community consultation. A speaker with hearing aids shared personal experiences and asked officers to be mindful that assistive devices may malfunction. Discussion Items - Weekly Officer Recognition: Officer Gerald Bernal (SFO Airport Bureau) was recognized for recovering a traveler's essential medication at the airport on May 31, 2026. Commissioners praised his compassion and quick action. - Chief's Report (Line Item 4): Chief Derek Liu presented crime trends: part one crimes down 23% year-to-date, violent crimes down 9%, homicides at 16 (adjusted down from 17), gun violence down 18%. Significant incident: one non-fatal shooting at a FIFA watch party on June 30. He then gave detailed accounts of the Trans March (June 26) and Stud Alley (June 27) incidents. For the Trans March: officers observed individuals using paint-filled water guns to vandalize property; drone footage tracked suspects; when officers moved to arrest, a crowd of 300 surrounded them, threw bottles, and attempted to free suspects. Six arrests made, charges including felony vandalism, hate crime enhancement, conspiracy, battery on a peace officer. Over 20 incidents of vandalism, including to security cameras. Eight uses of force. For Stud Alley: June 27, an unpermitted block party on Kissling Street grew to over 100 people; after dispersal orders, two arrests, later 18 arrests at Washburn Street for unlawful assembly and resisting. Two officers injured, property damage (Waymo vehicles, buildings). Chief stated the department supports the LGBTQ community and that arrests were not targeted at trans individuals. He confirmed a letter of inquiry from Supervisor Jackie Fielder had a July 16 due date. - Commissioner Questions: Commissioner Benedicto asked for a breakdown of uses of force (types, weapons) and whether a town hall was planned. Commissioner Elias requested that the department's response to the LOI be posted on the commission website and agendized, and asked for a public forum for community dialogue. Commissioner Scott emphasized prevention and suggested using community ambassadors, similar to Juneteenth, to build trust before large events. - DPA Director's Report (Line Item 5): Director Paul Henderson reported that DPA opened 61 new cases in the past three weeks (including many from Pride events) and closed 52 cases. A language access audit of SFPD's use of surveillance (ALPRs) is in planning. DPA staff attended various community events. He invited those with complaints to speak with a senior investigator present. - DPA Annual Statistical Report Presentation: CFO/COO Nicole Armstrong presented key metrics: 899 complaints received in 2025 (22% increase over 2024); 938 cases closed; average processing time dropped to 93 days (from 191). Most allegations were neglect of duty, conduct unbecoming, use of force. The report is now in HTML format for better accessibility. DPA also handles 40 SFSO cases. Commissioners praised the improvements. - DGO 10.11 (Body Worn Camera): Aja Steves (PDD) presented revised policy, incorporating officer feedback, with clearer activation tables and exceptions. Approved unanimously after public comment. - DGO 5.20 (Language Access Services): Revised policy expands training to every two years, restricts use of informal interpreters (family, children). Approved with 30-day implementation (August 19, 2026). - DGO 5.23 (Deaf and Hard of Hearing): Revised policy includes updated communication protocols and visor cards. Approved with 30-day implementation aligning with DGO 5.20. - Commission Reports (Line Item 6): Commissioners reported on attending Juneteenth and API forums. President Clay announced intent to begin annual performance review processes for the DPA director and police chief in September. Commissioner Elias requested future agenda items: SFPD's transition to online QDAR dashboard, explanation of new benchmarks, and per capita data changes. She also requested agendizing the department's response to the LOI. Commissioner Benedicto emphasized solutions-oriented follow-up, including further DGO assessments. Commissioner Lowe stressed partnership and trust. Key Outcomes - Approvals: DGO 10.11 (body worn camera), DGO 5.20 (language access), and DGO 5.23 (deaf/hard of hearing) were all adopted unanimously, each with a 30 business day implementation (effective August 19, 2026 for the latter two). - Agendized: The SFPD Sparks Report Q1 2026 will be agendized for a future meeting. The department's response to Supervisor Fielder's letter of inquiry will be posted on the commission website and agendized for further discussion. The commission also agreed to consider agendizing the topic of the QDAR online dashboard and new benchmarks. - Chief's Commitments: Chief Liu committed to responding to Supervisor Fielder's LOI by July 16, 2026. He expressed willingness to hold town halls and provide a more detailed presentation on the Pride incidents, including video footage, coordinated with the District Attorney's office. - DPA Follow-up: Director Henderson noted that all Pride-related complaints are under investigation; community members were encouraged to file complaints (anonymously if desired) with DPA. - Future Meetings: President Clay intends to place the annual performance review process for the chief and DPA director on the September agenda. Commissioner Elias requested that the department explain the transition to online dashboards and new benchmarks at a future meeting.

The Board of Supervisors held its regular meeting on July 7, 2026, at 10:15 AM. The meeting included approvals of minutes and consent items, debate and votes on several ordinances and charter amendments, committee reports, roll call introductions of new business, special commendations, public testimony, and adoption of resolutions. Key actions included passage of a cannabis cafe ordinance, submission of a public bank charter amendment to the November ballot, and continuance of two charter amendments to July 14, 2026. Consent Calendar - Approved minutes of June 2, 2026 (11-0). - Passed consent items 1 through 4 unanimously (11-0). Public Comments & Testimony - Several members of the public addressed the board during general public comment. Topics included: - Criticism of Waymo autonomous vehicle operations during July 4th fireworks, which caused gridlock; a speaker urged leadership to restrict Waymo in planned events. - Concerns about homelessness services, barriers to accessing cash aid, and safety issues in Golden Gate Park. - Support for KGO TV’s license renewal; station president David Wirzel expressed gratitude for the board’s resolution. - Call for accountability in Western Addition economic development and City College funding. - Remote public comment was also accepted for the first time under SB 707. Unfinished Business - Item 5: Charter Amendment – Municipal Finance Corporation and Public Bank – Approved 9-2 (Supervisors Cheryl and Wong voting no). The measure will be submitted to voters on November 3, 2026. New Business - Item 6: Ordinance – Bar Use Relocation in Third Street Alcohol Restricted Use District – Passed unanimously (11-0) on first reading. - Item 7: Ordinance – Waive Fees for Waste Bin Enclosure – Passed unanimously (11-0) on first reading. - Item 8: Ordinance – Cannabis Cafes – After debate, passed 7-4 on first reading. Supervisor Melgar spoke in opposition, citing public health concerns over indoor smoking. Supervisors Melgar, Wong, Chan, and Chen voted no. - Item 9: Charter Amendment – Initiative Ordinances and Municipal Code Changes – Continued to July 14, 2026 (11-0) per board rule requiring six-day interval. - Item 10: Charter Amendment – Housing Trust Fund Increase – Continued to July 14, 2026 (11-0). Supervisor Chen co-sponsored; Supervisor Walton expressed support but noted inconsistency with reducing affordable housing elsewhere. - Item 11: Appointments to San Francisco Health Authority – Approved (Michael Chung and Tangerine Brigham). Committee Reports - Item 12: Chestnut Street Entertainment Zone – Passed on first reading (11-0). - Items 13 and 15: Port Commission Appointments – Approved appointments of Rich Lee and reappointment of William Adams (11-0). Roll Call Introductions (New Business Submitted by Supervisors) - Supervisor Sauter – Letter of inquiry to Department of Public Works on sidewalk and curb ramp maintenance, repair timelines, and settlement costs. - Supervisor Chan – Two resolutions: urging National Archives to halt closure of San Francisco facility; supporting California AB 1448 to close offshore oil drilling loophole. - Supervisor Mahmood – Three items: hearing on mass evictions and property mismanagement by Domus Management at MLK Marcus Garvey Co-op and Thomas Paine Square Apartments; legislation to allow rooftop restrooms without counting against height limits; letter of inquiry on July 4th transportation gridlock, including autonomous vehicle impacts. - Supervisor Mandelman – Ordinance to create tax credit for small independent hardware stores; hearing on extreme weather readiness; two in memoriam resolutions. Special Order: Commendations - Keith Goldsing – Recognized by Supervisor Walton for decades of volunteerism, business leadership, and community service in Potrero Hill and Dogpatch. - Dorothy Young – Recognized by Supervisor Chen for founding the California Dragon Boat Association and promoting youth dragon boat racing. - Principal Gloria Choi – Recognized by Supervisor Sauter for 37 years of service with SFUSD, including as principal of Gordon J. Lau Elementary School. - Captain Angela Wilhelm – Recognized by President Mandelman for 27 years with SFPD, including as Park Station captain and new role in recruitment. Adoption Without Committee Reference - Item 18: Resolution Urging FCC to Renew KGO TV License – Adopted unanimously. Supervisor Chan urged co-sponsorship; multiple supervisors spoke in support of independent journalism. - Items 19 and 20 – Adopted unanimously. Key Outcomes - Approved minutes and consent calendar (11-0). - Submitted charter amendment for municipal finance corporation and public bank to November 2026 ballot (9-2). - Passed cannabis cafe ordinance on first reading (7-4). - Continued two charter amendments (items 9 and 10) to July 14, 2026 (11-0 each). - Approved multiple ordinances, appointments, and resolutions unanimously. - Adopted resolution supporting KGO TV license renewal (11-0). - Adjourned meeting in memory of Jeff Littlefield and Ira Sandler. All votes recorded with tallies.

The Rules Committee, chaired by Supervisor Shimon Walton, met on July 6, 2026, to consider an ordinance creating the Chestnut Street Entertainment Zone and several mayoral appointments to city commissions. The committee unanimously approved the entertainment zone ordinance with minor amendments and advanced two port commission nominations while continuing a third. Public Comments & Testimony - One speaker, the general manager of Rich Lee’s company SPRO, expressed wholehearted support for Lee’s appointment to the Port Commission, citing his integrity, fairness, and ability to communicate with diverse perspectives. No other public comments were made on any agenda items. Discussion Items - Item 1: Chestnut Street Entertainment Zone Ordinance – Supervisor Sherrill presented the ordinance to create an entertainment zone on Chestnut Street from Divisadero to Fillmore, and on Steiner, Pierce, and Scott streets between Chestnut and Lombard. She noted the success of prior entertainment zones, mentioning the Fillmore Jazz Festival which drew an estimated 30,000 attendees. She introduced minor cleanup amendments to update cross-references to the transportation code following a recent street closure streamlining ordinance. Deputy City Attorney Brad Rusty confirmed the amendments apply to previously approved zones and those pending. The committee unanimously adopted the amendments and forwarded the ordinance to the full board with a positive recommendation. - Item 2: Reappointment of Azelina Usoppi to Sanitation and Streets Commission – Usoppi, a 25-year San Francisco resident, small business owner in the Tenderloin, and Bayview resident, expressed gratitude for the opportunity to continue serving. She emphasized the importance of clean, safe, welcoming streets and the collective effort required. The committee unanimously voted to approve the reappointment. - Items 3, 4, 5: Port Commission Nominations – Three nominations were considered together: - Rich Lee (Item 3) – Lee, a small business owner operating five cafes with a sixth opening soon, shared his personal story of returning to San Francisco after commuting from San Jose. He expressed a desire to help small businesses and bring attention to the southern waterfront. Supervisor Mandelman voiced support, noting Lee’s perseverance through business challenges. - Vanessa Harding (Item 4) – Not present; the item was continued to the call of the chair. - William Adams (Item 5) – Adams, a former International President of the International Longshore and Warehouse Union who has served on the Port Commission since 2012, described the port’s historical and operational context, emphasizing the need for seawall upgrades, support for the southern waterfront, and the port’s unique “boutique” character. He stated he has no conflicts of interest. - Supervisor Cheryl thanked both candidates for their clarity on the southern waterfront and seawall issues. A single public comment supported Rich Lee. The committee voted to approve items 3 and 5 and continue item 4. Key Outcomes - Item 1: Motion to amend and forward to full board with positive recommendation passed unanimously (3-0). - Item 2: Motion to strike “rejecting” and replace with “approving” and send to full board passed unanimously. - Items 3 & 5: Motion to amend both (strike “rejecting”) and forward to full board with positive recommendation passed unanimously. Item 4 was continued to the call of the chair.

The Government Audit and Oversight Committee of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors met on July 2, 2026, at 6:15 PM. Chair Stephen Sherrill presided, joined by Vice Chair Blahmakmood and Supervisor Fielder. The committee heard two items: a hearing on city compliance with state workforce reporting requirements (Item 1) and a major ordinance reducing inclusionary housing and impact fees to spur development (Item 2). The meeting featured detailed staff presentations, public testimony, and a divided vote on the housing ordinance. Hearing on AB 2561 Compliance (Item 1) - The committee heard a report from Gigi Whitley, Director of Policy and External Affairs at the Department of Human Resources, on the city and county’s compliance with Assembly Bill 2561 and Government Code Section 3502.3 regarding vacancies, recruitment, and retention. - Chair Sherrill stated his questions had been answered and moved to file the hearing. No public comment was offered. - Motion: To hear and file the item. Passed unanimously (3-0). Public Comments & Testimony (Item 2) - Over 30 speakers provided one-minute comments. The majority spoke in favor of the ordinance, including representatives from building trades unions (Glazers Local 718, Elevator Constructors Local 8), housing developers, and advocacy groups like Abundant SF and SF YIMBY. They argued the current inclusionary rates block projects and that paired with the housing trust fund the reductions would unlock construction. - Several speakers urged support for the unanimous TAC recommendation and noted the critical need for both affordable and market-rate housing. - Opponents included David Wu (Somo Filipinas), who argued the cuts permanently remove hard-won area-plan agreements in SOMA; Peter Papadopoulos (United Save the Mission Community Development Committee) who requested a trigger tied to the housing trust fund; and Zachary Friel, who cited BLA reports showing earlier reductions failed to jump-start development and would cost the city $34 million in potential revenue. Other opponents raised displacement concerns, particularly for the Mission and Bayview neighborhoods, and questioned the lack of a fallback to 10% if the housing trust fund fails. Discussion Items - Ordinance to Reduce Inclusionary Housing and Impact Fees (Item 2) - Jacob Bintliff (OEWD) presented the staff report, explaining that the Controller’s triennial feasibility study (issued April 30, 2026) found no feasible rate of inclusionary housing under current market conditions. The TAC unanimously recommended a 5% on-site rate citywide and a proportional reduction in impact fees, paired with a renewed housing trust fund charter amendment providing $3 billion over 30 years. - Ada Tan (Planning Department) detailed the ordinance provisions: raising the applicability threshold from 10 to 25 units, reducing on-site rates from 18–20% (current temporary 33% reduction) to 5%, setting off-site/fee rates at 10% (15% in higher-cost areas), reducing Article 4 impact fees by 67%, expanding land dedication options, and establishing an administrative modification process. - Nicholas Menard (BLA) reported fiscal impacts: reduced annual revenue of about $3 million based on current collections, offset partially by new construction but unlikely to fully close the feasibility gap. He referenced a separate BLA report on affordable housing funding options. - Supervisor Questions and Debate - Supervisor Fielder questioned the evidence that cutting inclusionary unlocks projects, given macroeconomic factors. She noted the TAC’s recommendation was conditional on a recurring funding source (housing trust fund). She asked why the ordinance sets 5% now instead of the TAC’s fallback of 10% if funding fails. OEWD responded that placing the housing trust fund on the July 14 ballot satisfies the condition; waiting until after the November election would delay action and risk the November 1 expiration of current temporary reductions. OEWD committed to working with the board to adjust the rate back to 10% if the housing trust fund does not pass. - Supervisor Fielder also raised concerns about the Mission Area Plan, where higher inclusionary rates were a bargained trade for increased density. She argued the 5% rate breaks that bargain and that the area’s high displacement risk warrants higher on-site requirements. OEWD noted that the TAC did not consider displacement risk but that the ordinance preserves higher off-site/in-lieu rates (15%) in those areas to incentivize on-site units. Supervisor Fielder stated she would introduce amendments at the full board and voted no. - Vice Chair Blahmakmood asked about the choice of 5% specifically. OEWD explained it was the result of TAC debate, seeking a number close to zero (which was deemed infeasible) but retaining some requirement to capture units if conditions improve. Vice Chair expressed disappointment that the ordinance was not explicitly coupled with the housing trust fund but accepted the commitment to revisit and voted yes. Key Outcomes - Item 1: Motion to file the hearing passed unanimously (3-0). - Item 2 – Amendments: The committee approved non-substantive technical amendments (as presented by OEWD) by a 3-0 vote. - Item 2 – Duplicate File: A duplicate file was continued to the call of the chair (3-0), to allow future adjustments if needed. - Item 2 – Original File: The original file, as amended, was forwarded to the full Board of Supervisors with a positive recommendation. Vote: 2-1 (Chair Sherrill and Vice Chair Blahmakmood in favor; Supervisor Fielder opposed). - The item is expected to appear on the Board of Supervisors’ agenda on July 14, 2026, alongside the housing trust fund charter amendment.

The San Francisco Board of Supervisors held its regular meeting on June 30, 2026, beginning at 10:15 AM. The meeting covered a consent agenda, several new business items, commendations, committee reports, and public comment. Key actions included continuing a large code‑cleanup ordinance, a charter amendment to establish a municipal finance corporation and public bank, and adopting rules for remote public comment required by state law. Consent Calendar - Items 1–4: Routine ordinances and resolutions were approved unanimously by an 11‑0 roll‑call vote. Special Order – Commendations - Rob Ryder, retiring City Hall building manager after 17 years in that role and 22 years of city service, received a commendation for his leadership and historic preservation work. - Lloyd Haddad and Keith Wicker, owners of Capricorn Framing and Walter Adams Framing, were recognized for their business leadership, philanthropy, and LGBTQ+ community engagement. - VET Supporting, a nonprofit serving veterans and their families, was honored in recognition of PTSD Awareness Month. - Gabby Listana, outgoing District 6 Youth Commissioner and six‑year chair of the Youth Commission, was commended for her advocacy on LGBTQ+ youth issues, language access, and climate action. She will attend Harvard University in the fall. Public Comments & Testimony - Mr. Wright objected to the use of Proposition C funds for child care for higher‑income families, arguing the money was intended for homeless and disabled individuals. - Lucas Illa (Coalition on Homelessness) criticized the city’s response to the Grants Pass v. Johnson Supreme Court decision, stating that criminalizing homelessness without adequate shelter violates constitutional protections. - A speaker expressed anger over San Francisco Police Department’s use of tactical gear during Pride weekend incidents at the Trans March and Stud Alley, accusing the department and the mayor of targeting trans and queer people. - David (SEIU 1021 steward) raised concerns about management mistreatment of frontline staff at the Department of Public Health, citing a colleague’s death due to work‑related stress. - Eva Cressanti connected historical anti‑Asian legislation to current city governance and criticized the City Attorney’s office for failing to ensure Police Commission minutes were archived. - Tiso Caranas (Teamsters Local 853) supported the resolution commemorating the Coors Boycott anniversary and highlighted ongoing labor‑LGBTQ solidarity. - Jessica Pesico requested transparency on the Hunters Point Shipyard cleanup, better housing portal access for District 10, and restoration of an SBA score office in San Francisco. Discussion Items - Item 6 (Code‑Cleanup Ordinance): A 308‑page ordinance to modify and remove numerous reporting requirements was moved for continuation to July 14, 2026. Several supervisors expressed concerns about the lack of community input, the volume of changes, and the transparency of the process. The City Attorney’s office had drafted the legislation using AI assistance. - Item 7 (Fair Chance Ordinance Amendment): An ordinance prohibiting employers and housing providers from using out‑of‑state convictions for activities that are legal in California (e.g., abortion‑related care, gender‑affirming care) was passed without objection. - Item 10 (Charter Amendment – Municipal Finance Corporation & Public Bank): A charter amendment to authorize a municipal finance corporation and public bank was discussed. Supporters (Supervisors Chen, Fielder, Mahmoud, Walton, Melgar) argued it would address market gaps in affordable housing, small business lending, and climate projects, and that the state deadline required action now. Opponents (Supervisor Wong) stated the city should focus on basics and that public banks have a history of failure. The measure was continued to July 7, 2026, after a 10–1 vote (Wong voting no). - Item 12 (Remote Public Comment Rules): A motion to amend Board rules to comply with state SB 707, requiring remote public comment starting July 1, 2026, was adopted without objection. Several supervisors expressed frustration with the mandate, concerns about abuse from non‑residents, and potential costs, but they voted yes to avoid litigation. The Clerk outlined procedures: in‑person comment first, then remote callers who sign up in advance, with measures to address disruptions. Key Outcomes - Consent items 1–4 passed unanimously. - Item 5 (Unfinished Business) – Ordinance renaming the domestic violence fund was finally passed without objection. - Item 6 continued to July 14, 2026. - Item 7 passed on first reading without objection. - Item 8 (Downtown community benefit district) and Item 9 (SFPD equipment policy report) both adopted without objection. - Item 10 continued to July 7, 2026 (10–1 vote). - Item 11 (Commemorative street name Art Agnos Way) adopted unanimously (11–0). - Item 12 (Remote public comment rules) adopted without objection. - Items 15–19 (adoption without committee reference) adopted unanimously. - Supervisor Fielder’s request for privilege of the floor to thank colleagues and staff for support during her extended leave was granted without objection.

The San Francisco Board of Supervisors Rules Committee, chaired by Supervisor Shimon Walton and joined by Vice Chair Stephen Sherrow and President Rafael Mandelman, met on June 29, 2026, to consider appointments, two charter amendments, and a motion to amend board rules on public comment. All items were forwarded to the full Board of Supervisors. Consent Calendar - Appointments to San Francisco Health Authority: The committee approved the appointments of Michael Chung (seat two, term ending January 15, 2029) and Tangerine Brigham (seat three, term ending January 15, 2027), both with residency waivers. The motion passed unanimously (Walton, Sherrow, Mandelman aye). No public comment was received. Public Comments & Testimony - Item 2 – Housing Trust Fund Charter Amendment: Bill Barnes, on behalf of the Nonprofit Housing Association of Northern California, expressed strong support, praising Supervisor Melgar's leadership in building a broad coalition. He stated the amendment would fund a variety of affordable housing projects. - Item 3 – Departments, Boards, Commissions Charter Amendment: Eileen Bulkan, speaking on behalf of the Coalition for San Francisco Neighborhoods and her own behalf, opposed the amendment unless amended. She raised concerns about expanding the SFPUC’s exclusive charge and urged the commission be expanded from five to seven members with split appointments and specific expertise requirements. Discussion Items - Item 2 – Charter Amendment to Increase Housing Trust Fund Appropriations: Supervisor Melgar presented the second draft, thanking a diverse coalition of partners and co-sponsors. The amendment would increase funding for affordable housing, provide for a temporary freeze/reduction under certain circumstances, extend the sunset from 2043 to 2058, and delete obsolete provisions. The committee forwarded it to the full board with a positive recommendation (unanimous). - Item 3 – Charter Amendment for Department, Board, Commission Updates: President Mandelman presented the second draft. Supervisor Sherrow added himself as a co-sponsor. Following public comment, the committee forwarded it with a positive recommendation (unanimous). - Item 4 – Motion to Amend Board Rules on Public Comment: Chair Walton expressed frustration that the state mandate forces the change, emphasizing support for local residents’ access but concern about remote disruptions. Vice Chair Sherrow criticized the rule as "incredibly stupid and thoughtless", arguing it would decrease meaningful participation and discourage diverse candidates. Deputy City Attorney Brad Russi clarified that remote commenters are subject to the same rules as in-person speakers regarding subject matter jurisdiction and removal for disruption. Sherrow asked about tightening the board's subject matter jurisdiction to limit irrelevant comments. The committee forwarded the motion to the full board without recommendation as a committee report (unanimous). Key Outcomes - Item 1: Appointments approved (unanimous). - Item 2: Forwarded to full board with positive recommendation (unanimous). - Item 3: Forwarded to full board with positive recommendation (unanimous). - Item 4: Forwarded to full board without recommendation as a committee report (unanimous). The item is expected to appear on the Board of Supervisors agenda on July 7, 2026.

The Land Use and Transportation Committee of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors met on June 29, 2026, chaired by Supervisor Mirna Melgar, with Supervisor Bilal Mahmud and Supervisor Stephen Cheryl (filling in for Supervisor Tent). The committee considered six items, including commemorative street naming, bar relocation, institutional master plan requirements, fee waivers, hotel guest room limits, and cannabis cafes. Consent Calendar - Item 1: Commemorative Street Name – Art Agnes Way – A resolution to add the commemorative street name Art Agnes Way to the 500 and 600 blocks of Connecticut Street in honor of former Mayor Art Agnes. Presented by Supervisor Walton, who highlighted Mayor Agnes’s leadership during the 1989 earthquake and his role in creating the Department of Children, Youth and Families. The committee voted unanimously to send the resolution to the full board with a positive recommendation. - Item 2: Bar Relocation in Third Street RUD and Bayview NCD – An ordinance to permit relocation of bar uses with alcohol beverage control licenses as of May 19, 2003, within the Third Street Alcohol Restricted Use District and Bayview Neighborhood Commercial District, with a modification from the Planning Commission to conditionally permit all bars. Presented by Supervisor Walton, who noted the need for business flexibility. The committee voted unanimously to recommend approval. - Item 4: Fee Waiver for Harry Street Steps Waste Bin Enclosure – An ordinance waiving street encroachment permit and annual right-of-way occupancy fees (approximately $2,000 and $250 respectively) for a waste bin enclosure at the Harry Street steps, improving safety for residents and Recology workers. Presented by Renil Bajoy from Supervisor Mandelman’s office. The committee voted unanimously to recommend approval. Public Comments & Testimony - Item 3 (Institutional Master Plans): Multiple speakers from the California College of the Arts (CCA) community opposed the ordinance, arguing that exempting Vanderbilt University from institutional master plan requirements would reduce public accountability and transparency. Speakers included union representatives, faculty, students, and community members who expressed concern about job losses (over 500 employees), displacement of students, and Vanderbilt’s policies on gender-affirming care and union recognition. They urged the committee to vote no or require a clear sunset and community accountability. - Item 6 (Cannabis Cafes): Public comment was divided. Supporters, including cannabis retailers and advocates, argued that cannabis cafes would provide new revenue streams for struggling businesses, destigmatize cannabis, and create safe social consumption spaces. Opponents, including representatives from Americans for Nonsmokers’ Rights and the San Francisco Tobacco Free Coalition, raised health concerns about indoor secondhand cannabis smoke, citing research on harmful air pollution and questioning ventilation effectiveness. Some equity applicants also expressed concerns about the new permit type potentially undermining existing retailers. Discussion Items - Item 3: Institutional Master Plan Exemptions – Supervisor Dorsey’s office presented amendments to sunset the downtown exemption on December 31, 2032, aligning with the downtown revitalization financing district. Chair Melgar acknowledged the work but noted that the institutional master plan is a zoning and planning document, not an operational one. Despite community opposition, she made a motion to adopt the amendments and continue the item to the call of the chair to allow further engagement. The motion passed unanimously. - Item 5: Hotel Guest Room Limits in Residential Districts – An ordinance to increase the conditional use cap from 5 to 8 guest rooms (amended to 10 by the Planning Commission). Presented by Renil Bajoy, with Planning Department staff Joseph Sacky confirming the modifications. The committee adopted the amendments (substantive) and continued the item to the July 13, 2026 meeting. No public comment. - Item 6: Cannabis Cafes – President Mandelman presented a comprehensive ordinance to allow cannabis retailers to serve food and non-alcoholic beverages for on-site consumption, creating a new “cannabis cafe” permit type. Ben Van Houten from OEWD detailed the economic rationale and technical provisions. Chair Melgar expressed concern about indoor smoking and stated she could not support the ordinance as written, citing public health goals. Supervisor Mahmud supported the economic diversity aspect. Supervisor Cheryl moved to accept the non-substantive amendments and forward the ordinance to the full board without recommendation. The motion passed unanimously (3-0). Key Outcomes - Item 1: Approved and sent to full board with positive recommendation (unanimous). - Item 2: Approved and sent to full board with positive recommendation (unanimous). - Item 3: Amendments adopted and item continued to call of the chair (unanimous). - Item 4: Approved and sent to full board with positive recommendation (unanimous). - Item 5: Amendments adopted (substantive) and item continued to July 13, 2026 (unanimous). - Item 6: Non-substantive amendments adopted and ordinance sent to full board without recommendation (unanimous, with Chair Melgar opposing but not blocking).