Public Meetings - San Francisco, California

The Budget and Finance Committee of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors met on September 30, 2026, at 6:15 PM under Chair Matt Dorsey, Vice Chair Cheyenne Chen, and Member Danny Sauter. The committee reviewed and unanimously approved twelve agenda items, including grants, lease modifications, contract amendments, bond authorizations, and professional services agreements. No public comments were made on any item. Discussion Items - Item 1 (260845): Resolution to retroactively accept a $475,000 grant from the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services for physical and digital security improvements at the Women’s Options Center (abortion clinic) at San Francisco General Hospital. The project includes a secure Sally port with badge access. Chair Dorsey expressed strong support, citing increased security threats nationwide. The item was forwarded to the full board with a positive recommendation. - Item 2 (260846): Resolution to retroactively accept a $6,102,743 grant increase from the Health Resources and Services Administration for the Ending the HIV Epidemic program. Bill Blum, Director of HIV Services, reported that the funding supports 1,200 people living with HIV and aims to reduce new infections by 90% by 2030. Chair Dorsey noted San Francisco recorded 136 new HIV diagnoses in 2025, the lowest on record and a 75% decline over 20 years, but stressed disparities remain among Black, Latino, and transgender communities. The item was forwarded unanimously. Blum announced his retirement after 20 years of service. - Item 3 (260944): Resolution approving a lease modification with United Airlines for a rental abatement not to exceed $7,175,000. The abatement reimburses United for base building improvements (rooftop terrace, credentialing lobby, public stairwell) at a new Terminal 2 lounge, creating 4,568 square feet of new leasable space. The airport projects $19.7 million in additional revenue over the remaining lease term, recovering the abatement in under one year. Approved unanimously. - Item 4 (260947): Resolution approving a first amendment to the lease at 555 Polk Street for the Department of Public Health’s Community Justice Service Center. The five-year lease (with a three-year extension option) reduces annual base rent to $202,500 ($22.50/sq ft), a 32.5% reduction ($81,450 savings in year one). Landlord improvements include HVAC, carpet, and paint. The city also gains an early exit option after December 2029. Approved unanimously. - Item 5 (260945): Resolution approving amendment 4 to the contract with Polydyne, Inc. for wastewater treatment polymers, increasing the not-to-exceed amount from $9.9 million to $12.06 million. The increase supports higher processing demand at the Southeast and Oceanside treatment facilities. No term change. Approved unanimously. - Item 6 (260809): Ordinance authorizing the SFPUC to issue up to $492.82 million in water revenue bonds, $224.57 million in wastewater revenue bonds (later amended to $24.57 million), and $12.61 million in power revenue bonds to refund Build America Bonds and prepay certificates of participation for 525 Golden Gate Avenue. The Budget and Legislative Analyst (BLA) recommended amending the wastewater authorization because the PUC already refunded those bonds in August 2026. Chair Dorsey raised concerns about ratepayer affordability. The committee voted to amend the ordinance as recommended and approved it. - Items 7-10 (260950-260953): Four resolutions approving professional services contracts with Stantec, AECOM, Jacobs Engineering, and LEE Inc., each for up to $20 million over five years (with a two-year extension option) for as-needed operations and maintenance support for the Hetch Hetchy Water and Power system. The contracts cover asset management, condition assessments, and capital planning for $15 billion in aging assets. The BLA recommended correcting the end date from December 2032 to December 2031 and disclosing the extension option. Approved as amended. - Item 11 (260954): Resolution approving a 10-year, $30 million program management contract with Deloitte Transactions and Business Analytics LLP to support the Power Enterprise Capital Improvement Program (FY2027-2036, $2.2 billion capital plan). Deloitte was the sole proposer. The contract includes a 20% local business enterprise subcontracting requirement and a five-year extension option. The BLA recommended adding language about the extension option. Approved as amended. - Item 12 (260956): Resolution approving a project-specific maintenance agreement at no cost with Caltrans for ongoing maintenance of security upgrades at two wastewater pump stations within State Route 80 right-of-way. The agreement is required for an encroachment permit and has no term limit until terminated. Approved unanimously. Key Outcomes - All twelve items were forwarded to the full Board of Supervisors with positive recommendations from the committee. - Amendments were adopted for: - Item 6: Reducing wastewater bond authorization from $224.57 million to $24.57 million. - Items 7-10: Correcting contract end date to December 2031 and adding two-year extension option. - Item 11: Adding disclosure of five-year extension option. - All votes were unanimous (3-0) with no public comments on any item.

The San Francisco Board of Supervisors convened its regular meeting on September 29, 2026, at 10:15 AM. All 11 members were present. The meeting included a consent calendar, unfinished business, numerous routine items, committee reports, a special order for commendations, new business introductions, and public comment. Key outcomes included unanimous approval of a motion to suspend Sheriff's Department Oversight Board Commissioner William Palmer for official misconduct, passage of first readings for ordinances related to the Potrero Power Station development, establishment of an Office of Food Security, and amendments to the healthy airport ordinance. Supervisors introduced legislation on Filipino American Heritage Month, port resilience, street safety near schools, sunshine ordinance reforms, a ban on locked butane lighters, National PrEP Day, a Twin Peaks biodiversity region, and opposition to proposed 2030 census changes. Consent Calendar - Items 1-5 were passed unanimously (11-0) as routine. Public Comments & Testimony - Aisha McCain spoke about her brother Eric McCain's preventable death, referenced in a civil grand jury report, urging the board to use critical incident reports to save lives. She stated she is a "change maker" and will continue advocating. - David Flynn, an SF State student, called for greater Board involvement with the university, noting cuts to theater, Cantonese language courses, and environmental science, and a 20% enrollment decline since 2019. - Teresa Palmer (Protect Our Benefits) expressed confusion about proposed streamlining of elections for retirement board and health service board representatives, requesting clearer information. - Fred Sanchez (Protect Our Benefits) thanked the board for continuing an item and expressed hope for transparency. - Ace Washington (Fillmore cordo ambassador) announced his 20-year anniversary celebration at City Hall and previewed upcoming hearings on housing in the Western Edition. - A homeless speaker requested assistance with shelter, stolen laptop, and medical bills. - Jim Reed proposed a "Light of Hope" sculptural garden on Alcatraz. - A speaker raised concerns about police failure to investigate a case, asking the board to create a committee to investigate. - Another speaker alleged a criminal conspiracy involving falsified inspection reports at DBI. - Jessica Pesico urged cancellation of Flock camera contracts and expressed concerns about data center environmental impacts and lengthy city hiring times. - Lynde Kaufman (remote) urged the board to address AI risks, citing New York City Council actions and a Florida Attorney General case against OpenAI. - Trevor Weiner (remote, Protect Our Benefits) opposed streamlining vetting for health, retirement, and health service trust boards, warning against risks of scandals like those in San Diego and Orange County. Discussion Items - Unfinished Business (Items 6-8): The board considered the Treasure Island Infrastructure and Revitalization Financing District (IRFD) annexation. The Department of Elections reported that 100% of qualified electors voted in favor of the ballot measures. The board then passed the related ordinances and resolutions unanimously. - Items 9-38: A series of ordinances and resolutions were passed on first reading or adopted without objection. Notable items included: increasing settlement authority from $25,000 to $100,000 (Item 9), lease amendment for HSH offices at $345,000 annual base rent (Item 10), $850,000 CHP grant for toxicology testing (Item 11), contract increase of $7.6 million for industrial supplies (Item 12), police department gifts and grants including $3 million from SF Police Community Foundation (Items 13-16), Human Rights Commission grant amendment (Item 17), District Attorney grants (Items 18-20), in-kind gift for food pharmacies (Item 21), $45 million curbside management contract at SFO (Item 22), Port lease at Pier 23 1/2 (Item 23), $16 million loan for 35-unit affordable housing (Item 24), healthy airport ordinance amendment (Item 25), settlement of Airlines for America lawsuit for $0 (Item 26), responses to five civil grand jury reports (Items 27-31), Film Commission donation authority (Item 32), landmark designation for Sylvester House (Item 34), establishment of Office of Food Security Coordination (Item 35), confirmation of County Veterans Service Officer (Item 36), and various appointments (Items 37-39). - Item 33 (Disclosure requirements): Continued one week on motion by Chen, seconded by Walton. - Committee Reports (Items 40-42): Items 40-41, ordinances for the Potrero Power Station Mixed Use Development project (amended development agreement and zoning map amendments to increase height limits), passed on first reading. Item 42, resolution to install commemorative street plaque honoring Mark Bittner, adopted. - Item 43 (Rules Committee Report): Motion to suspend Commissioner William Palmer from the Sheriff's Department Oversight Board and approve charges of official misconduct. Supervisor Sherrill spoke in favor, stating clear evidence of misconduct. Initial vote: 10 ayes, 1 absence (Chen). Later, Supervisor Chen requested to rescind the vote, and on revote, the motion passed 11-0. - New Business Introductions: - Supervisor Dorsey: Introduced a resolution (with co-sponsors) celebrating Filipino American History Month and the 10th anniversary of the SOMA Pilipinas Cultural Heritage District. Also introduced legislation to exempt publicly funded resilience projects within the Port's jurisdiction from Administrative Code Chapter 29 fiscal feasibility analysis, citing that each year of delay could add $31-110 million in present value costs. - Supervisor Fielder: Introduced a hearing on street conditions and responsive city services at public school sites, referencing incidents at Marshall Elementary (syringe, beer bottle, thefts). Also introduced an ordinance to amend the Sunshine Ordinance Task Force rules: remove 60-day holdover limit, increase term from 2 to 4 years, and require removal only for official misconduct. - Supervisor Mahmoud: Introduced an in-memorium for Michael Acevedo ("Magic Mike"), founder of Psychedelic SF on Haight Street. - Supervisor Mandelman: Introduced an ordinance to ban the sale of locked butane lighters with plastic components in San Francisco, citing a seven-fold increase in butane-related fires (from 3 in 2020 to 21 in 2025) with $3.2 million in estimated losses. Introduced a resolution recognizing October 10, 2026 as National PrEP Day, noting that San Francisco reported a record low 136 new HIV infections in 2025 (75% drop over 20 years). Also introduced an in-memorium for Lucius Charles Conrad. - Supervisor Melgar: Introduced a resolution designating a biodiversity region at Twin Peaks and surrounding green areas, in coordination with the Academy of Sciences' 30 by 30 partnership and Mayor Lurie's announced Twin Peaks Bioregional Park plan. - Supervisor Chen: Introduced a letter of inquiry to the Planning Department requesting analysis of shading impacts from new developments on public spaces not protected by Proposition K. Also introduced a resolution urging the U.S. Census Bureau to reconsider proposed changes to the 2030 census that would exclude non-citizens, eliminate race/ethnicity data, and preclude collection of sexual orientation information. Key Outcomes - Consent Agenda (Items 1-5): Passed 11-0. - Treasure Island IRFD (Items 6-8): Passed unanimously. - Items 9-32, 34-42: All passed or adopted unanimously without objection. - Item 33: Continued one week. - Items 40-41 (Potrero Power Station): Passed on first reading. - Item 43 (Suspension of Commissioner Palmer): Approved 11-0 after rescind and revote. - Adoption Without Committee Reference (Items 46-55): Item 49 (Walktober resolution) severed and passed; remaining items passed unanimously. - Commendations: The board recognized Taris Madison (27 years of city service), Teresa Amagura (environmental justice advocate), Four Kings restaurant (ranked 1 Bay Area restaurant 2026 by San Francisco Chronicle), first responders and doula for roadside birth delivery on Sept 19, 2026, Liz Jackson Simpson (CEO of Success Centers, 45 years of service), and Jenny Lewie (former DPH COO, nearly 20 years of service). - Public Comment: Multiple speakers addressed homelessness, AI safety, police accountability, and benefits oversight.

The Rules Committee met to consider appointments to the Animal Advisory Council and to suspend Commissioner William Palmer from the Sheriff's Department Oversight Board on charges of official misconduct. The meeting was chaired by Supervisor Shimon Walton, joined by Vice Chair Stephen Sherrill and President Mandelman. Public Comments & Testimony - Michael Angelo Torres, current chair of the Animal Advisory Council, thanked the committee for holding the hearing and recommended the reappointment of Irina Ozernoy, praising her work with Urban Wildlife Rescue and the council. He also acknowledged the active participation of applicants Alexandra Porsche Nikolf, Emily Gazardi, and Larissa Beckwith in supporting the council during a decommissioning threat. Discussion Items - Appointments to the Animal Advisory Council: Seven applicants presented their qualifications: Alexandra Porsche Nikolf, Emily Gazardi, Irina Ozernoy, Larissa Beckwith, Mark Ryle (absent due to a conflict), Rachel Miller, and Rebecca Schwartz. Each described their experience in animal welfare, law, policy, and volunteer work. After presentations, President Mandelman moved to appoint Rebecca Schwartz (seat 1), Irina Ozernoy (seat 2), Mark Ryle (seat 4), and Larissa Beckwith (seat 7). Vice Chair Sherrill noted that Ryle's absence was unavoidable and expressed support. The motion passed unanimously. - Suspension and Charges of Official Misconduct - Commissioner William Palmer: Vice Chair Sherrill introduced a motion to suspend Palmer from the Sheriff's Department Oversight Board and approve charges of official misconduct under Charter Section 15.105, based on clear evidence from the Inspector General. Chair Walton and President Mandelman supported the motion, with Walton noting he had previously called for Palmer's resignation. Public comment yielded no speakers. The motion to recommend the matter to the full Board of Supervisors as a committee report passed unanimously. Key Outcomes - Appointments confirmed: Rebecca Schwartz, Irina Ozernoy, Mark Ryle, and Larissa Beckwith were appointed to the Animal Advisory Council for terms ending April 30, 2027 or 2028 as specified. - Misconduct referral approved: The committee voted unanimously to suspend Commissioner William Palmer and forward charges of official misconduct to the Ethics Commission, with the City Attorney directed to serve the motion and charges on Palmer.

Introductory Paragraph The Land Use and Transportation Committee of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors met on September 28, 2026, to consider seven agenda items. Chair Mirna Melgar presided, joined by Vice Chair Cheyenne Chen and Member Matt Dorsey. All items received positive recommendations to the full Board of Supervisors, with the mezzanine code item continued for amendments. Consent Calendar - Item 1: Commemorative Plaque for Mark Bittner – Resolution to install a plaque at Greenwich Steps honoring Mark Bittner, known for his work with the wild parrots of Telegraph Hill. Unanimously approved and sent as a committee report. - Item 2: Municipal Green Building Requirements (Environment Code Chapter 7) – Ordinance to streamline and update green building standards for city buildings, including alignment with LEED 5.0 and removal of redundant reporting. Unanimously recommended. - Item 3: Fillmore Heritage Center Property Transfer – Resolution authorizing transfer of three parcels from OCII to MOHCD to facilitate future activation of the site. Unanimously recommended. - Items 6 & 7: Potrero Power Station Development Agreement and Zoning Amendments – Two ordinances approving amendments to the development agreement and Special Use District, including a prohibition on data centers. Unanimously recommended (with technical amendments). Public Comments & Testimony - Item 5 (CEQA – Shade Act): Multiple speakers testified. Opponents (e.g., Eric Brooks, Bridget Maley, Dr. Ahimsa Porter Sumchai) argued the ordinance weakens environmental review, reduces public participation, and could harm parks. Supporters (Ben Ewing, Catherine Colmos, Jules, Mo Zhu, Xavier, Whit Turner) emphasized the housing crisis, noted that shadow appeals have stalled over 2,000 homes, and urged faster processes. The Housing Action Coalition submitted a letter of support. Over 30 groups opposed the ordinance, per Eric Brooks. - Items 6 & 7 (Potrero Power Station): Alison Heath (Potrero Boosters) and Demaria Gregory (former resident) spoke in support, citing preserved benefits and community partnership. Dr. Ahimsa Porter Sumchai raised concerns about legacy pollution and earthquake/flood risks. Discussion Items - Item 4: Planning Code – Story Count and Mezzanines – Supervisor Mahmood introduced amendments to align the planning code with the building code (changing threshold from 33% to 50% floor area for mezzanines). He offered technical amendments that substantively changed the long title, requiring the item to be heard again. The committee adopted the amendments and continued the item to October 5, 2026. - Item 5: Administrative Code – Local Implementation of CEQA (Shade Act) – Supervisor Mahmood presented the ordinance to cut CEQA appeal times from 30 to 15 days, eliminate certain appeal routes, and remove shadow analysis from CEQA review (while preserving Prop K protections for parks). Planning staff noted that 18 appeals over six years had mentioned shadows, and that the housing element EIR already analyzed shadow impacts. Supervisor Chen requested a follow-up analysis of impacts on unprotected open spaces. After public comment, the committee voted 3-0 to recommend the ordinance to the full board. Supervisor Chen also moved to continue a duplicate ordinance to the call of the chair, which passed. Key Outcomes - Item 1: Resolution recommended as committee report (unanimous). - Item 2: Ordinance recommended to full board (unanimous). - Item 3: Resolution recommended to full board (unanimous). - Item 4: Amendments adopted; item continued to October 5, 2026 (unanimous). - Item 5: Ordinance recommended to full board (3-0); duplicate ordinance continued to call of chair (3-0). - Items 6 & 7: Development agreement ordinance recommended as committee report (3-0); zoning ordinance amended and recommended as committee report (3-0). All items are expected to appear on the Board of Supervisors agenda on October 6, 2026, unless otherwise noted.

The Public Safety and Neighborhood Services Committee of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors, chaired by Supervisor Danny Sauter and including Vice Chair Bilal Mahmood, Supervisor Alan Wong, and Supervisor Dorsey, convened on September 25, 2026. The meeting addressed three routine liquor license transfers and a major oversight hearing on tree canopy equity in District 6, focusing on the Department of Public Works' Bureau of Urban Forestry. Consent Calendar - Item 1: Coit Liquors (District 3). Unanimously approved forwarding a positive recommendation to the full Board of Supervisors for the transfer of Type 21 and Type 86 licenses. The applicant, a neighborhood merchant since 1961, relocated due to a fire. Zero letters of protest were filed. SFPD recommended approval with conditions for monitoring loitering and maintaining a litter-free area. - Item 2: Mission Bay Community Market (District 6). The committee unanimously approved the transfer of a Type 21 license. Supervisor Dorsey expressed full support, stating the market serves a public convenience and necessity in an underserved neighborhood. - Item 3: Nariana Farmers Market (District 11). The committee unanimously approved the Type 21 license transfer. Representative David Villalbos expressed strong support for the applicants, noting their responsible business history and purchase of an ID scanning system. Public Comments & Testimony On Item 4 (Tree Canopy Equity): - Alex Ludlum (SoMa West CBD) expressed strong support for a pilot partnership watering trees, describing it as a perfect example of city-community cooperation. - Leanne (SoMa West resident) urged the city to prioritize trees in her neighborhood, citing poor air quality, heat, and impacts on her family's health. - Gail Ball (Hayes Valley Neighborhood Association) expressed that greening alleys improves safety and suggested using chicanes to create planting space. - Sean Auckland (SoMa resident) argued that the current approach lacks formal targets and called for the committee to keep the file open for 90 days to establish specific canopy and tree count goals. - Josh Cluver (D10 resident, Urban Forestry Council) argued that tree preservation is not adequately factored into equity plans, citing tree removals for development. - Marie Sorns (Calle 24 / Mission Verde) advocated for stronger protections against tree removal and highlighted the role of community watering groups. - Ellen Sotou (Mid-Market CBD) showed photos of dead trees and argued for protective infrastructure (ledges, fences) to improve tree survival rates. Discussion Items Item 4: Hearing on Tree Canopy Equity and Resource Allocation in District 6. Supervisor Dorsey led the hearing, framing it as a constructive review of the gap between policy and practice regarding tree planting in environmental justice communities like SoMa. Superintendent David Moore (Bureau of Urban Forestry) provided a detailed report: - BUF maintains 125,000 street trees. A record 1,880 were planted last year, with a goal of 2,500 trees this year. - Funding and Staffing: Moore stated the primary barrier is a lack of consistent, dedicated funding (estimated $13 million annually needed for 5,000 trees). Staffing is severely strained (e.g., 5 of 9 inspector positions filled). - Equity vs. Logistics: Moore described the tension between following environmental justice (EJ) maps and the operational realities of where funding grants can be applied and where community partners exist to maintain trees. He noted that 87 of 250 trees planted under a CNRA grant were vandalized or lost, highlighting the need for community stewardship. - Data and Policy: Moore explained the department's challenges with an outdated work order system that cannot produce required reports on tree replacement. He clarified that the narrow sidewalk rule (Director's Order 1872) allows for case-by-case exceptions. - Supervisor Sauter questioned the lack of a reliable funding stream and staffing vacancies. Moore acknowledged the need for a five-year planting strategy and better technology. - Supervisor Mahmood inquired about tracking in-lieu fees and ensuring spending on equity geographies. - Supervisor Wong asked about resident notification, language access, and addressing resident concerns about sidewalk damage from roots. Key Outcomes - Items 1, 2, 3: Approved unanimously and forwarded to the full Board of Supervisors with positive recommendations. - Item 4: The hearing was continued to the call of the chair by a unanimous vote, keeping the file open for further discussion and action. No final action was taken on specific policy changes or targets, but Supervisor Sauter and Dorsey committed to continued collaboration with BUF on funding and data system improvements. A separate hearing on tree maintenance is scheduled for later in the fall.

The San Francisco Planning Commission met on Thursday, September 24, 2026, at 8:15 PM UTC. Commissioners Chavez, Chen, Coppel, McDonald, McGarry, and So were present (Commissioner Campbell absent). Commissioner So was elected Chair for the meeting. The hearing included action on a continuance, the consent calendar, general public comment, and three major land use items: an extension for the BXP project at 725-765 Harrison Street, a new social services building for the Glide Foundation at 302-334 Ellis Street, and a formula retail authorization for Therapy Stores at 32 Clement Street. All substantive items were approved on unanimous 6-0 votes. Consent Calendar - Item 2 (Case 2026-004285 CUA), a routine conditional use authorization at 590 Van S Avenue, was approved unanimously 6-0. - Item 3, the draft meeting minutes from September 10, 2026, were adopted unanimously 6-0. Public Comments & Testimony General Public Comment: - Speaker Jonas criticized the Commission for the noticing of a previous project on Clayton Street, arguing it should have been labeled "tantamount to demolition" and submitted a memo. - Jerry Dratler alleged a cover-up by DBI regarding unpermitted condos at 2177 3rd Street, filed a complaint, and called for OpenGov reforms. Item 9: 32 Clement Street (Therapy Stores): - Opposition: Chris Squire (Clement Street Merchants Association President) cited a 393-signature petition against the formula retail use. Local business owners Lindsay Hansen and Amanda Weld cited product overlap. Richard Weld cited empty storefronts in Therapy's portfolio in other cities. - Support: Residents Agnes Leong and Hannah Manos, a jewelry supplier, and employees Nikki and Noemia spoke to Therapy's local roots, support for schools, ethical employment, and community engagement. Discussion Items Item 7: 725-765 Harrison Street (BXP Project Extension) - Staff (Monica Giacomucci) presented a request for an 18-month extension of the LPA and CUA performance periods. The project includes demolishing six buildings for a 981,000 sq. ft. mixed-use tower and dedicating a parcel for affordable housing. New city ordinance (0326) required updated findings for UDU removal. - Project sponsor BXP (Alex Weinberg, Aaron Fenton) stated the extension is critical to landing a tenant. Commissioners Coppel, McDonald, and McGarry strongly supported BXP's investment. Aaron Fenton estimated 30–50% pre-leasing is needed to begin construction on a 550,000 sq. ft. first phase. Item 8: 302-334 Ellis Street (Glide Foundation) - Staff (Matthew Chandler) presented a CUA for a new 7-story social service facility replacing a surface parking lot for the Glide Foundation. Variances were requested for ceiling height and bike/showers to accommodate historic adjacent structures. - Commissioners unanimously praised the project's design and community value. Item 9: 32 Clement Street (Therapy Stores) - Staff (Sylvie Himenez) presented the CUA for the 11th location of Therapy Stores (formula retail) in a vacant 1,231 sq. ft. former medical office. An enforcement complaint was filed for starting work without permits. - Deliberation was extensive. Commissioners McGarry (a Richmond resident) argued for coexistence. Commissioners Chen, So, and Chavez expressed discomfort with the level of discretion but supported the growth of a local business with conditions. Commissioner Koppel noted an appeal is possible. The Commission encouraged the applicant to collaborate with the merchants association. Key Outcomes - Item 7 (Harrison St / BXP): Approved 6-0. Zoning Administrator granted variances. - Item 8 (Ellis St / Glide): Approved 6-0. Zoning Administrator granted variances. - Item 9 (Clement St / Therapy Stores): Approved 6-0 with conditions. - Routine Items: Item 1 (Continuance) approved 6-0. Consent Calendar (Item 2) approved 6-0. Minutes (Item 3) adopted 6-0.

The Public Safety and Neighborhood Services Committee met on September 24, 2026, at 6:15 PM to consider three liquor license transfers and hold a hearing on tree canopy equity and resource allocation in District 6. All three liquor license transfers were approved unanimously and forwarded to the full Board of Supervisors with positive recommendations. The tree canopy hearing featured extensive testimony from the Department of Public Works and community members, and was continued to the call of the chair for further discussion. Consent Calendar - No items were considered on the consent calendar. Public Comments & Testimony - Item 4 – Tree Canopy Hearing: Multiple District 6 residents and community advocates spoke, expressing strong support for increased tree planting and maintenance in underserved neighborhoods, especially South of Market (SoMa). Speakers highlighted low tree canopy (2.7% in SoMa, tied with Tenderloin), empty tree basins filled with trash, and the need for policy changes such as revising Public Works Order 1872 to allow planting on narrow sidewalks. Several speakers praised the partnership between DPW and community benefit districts (e.g., SoMa West CBD) for watering and maintenance. Alex Ludlum (SoMa West CBD) described a successful pilot program where the CBD waters 83 trees. Josh Clipp, former vice chair of the Urban Forestry Council, emphasized the importance of tree preservation and noted that since 2017 the city has not net gained a single street tree. Residents urged the committee to set binding tree canopy or tree count targets and to establish a stable funding source. Discussion Items - Item 1 – Coit Liquors (1657 Powell St): Officer Brendan Erickson (SFPD ABC liaison) reported zero letters of protest or support. The location is in a high crime area (Plot 130) and high concentration census tract. Central Station had no opposition. The Alcohol & Other Drugs Unit (AOU) recommended approval with conditions requiring the applicant to monitor for loitering and maintain litter-free premises. The applicant, Shoddy, stated he moved after a fire at his previous store and wishes to continue serving the neighborhood. Supervisor Sauter voiced strong support, calling the proprietor a fantastic merchant. The committee voted unanimously to direct the clerk to prepare a resolution finding the transfer serves public convenience or necessity and to forward it to the full board with a positive recommendation. - Item 2 – Mission Bay Community Market (1360 Fourth St): Officer Erickson again reported zero letters, high crime area (Plot 295), high concentration census tract, Southern Station no opposition, AOU recommendation with identical conditions. The owner, Ray Dan Salah, noted alcohol would be a small part of a broader grocery store. Supervisor Dorsey expressed strong support, stating the market serves a convenience/necessity need in Mission Bay. The motion passed unanimously. - Item 3 – Noriana Farmers Market (4929 Mission St): Officer Erickson reported zero letters, low crime area (Block 896), low concentration census tract, Ingleside Station no opposition, AOU recommendation with conditions. The applicant's representative, David Villalobos, noted the applicants are responsible business owners who purchased a POS system with ID reader. The motion passed unanimously. - Item 4 – Tree Canopy Equity and Resource Allocation in District 6: Led by Supervisor Dorsey, the hearing focused on DPW's response to a letter of inquiry. Superintendent David Moore presented an overview: the Bureau of Urban Forestry maintains 125,000 street trees, planted 1,880 trees last year (a record), and aims to plant 2,500 this year. Key challenges include lack of a consistent funding source (estimated $13 million per year needed to plant 5,000 trees), staffing vacancies (e.g., inspection shop has 5 of 9-10 positions filled), and data system limitations (work orders not linked to geographic assets). Moore explained that equity priority areas guide grant applications, but factors like community demand and operational feasibility also influence planting locations. He noted that 87 of 250 trees planted under a CNRA grant were vandalized or missing, underscoring the need for community partnerships. Discussion covered the use of environmental justice maps, the impact of in-lieu fees from development, empty tree basins (221 identified in District 6), narrow sidewalk planting policy (Order 1872 allows exceptions case-by-case), and the difficulty of setting tree canopy targets due to long growth times and inclusion of non-city land. Supervisors questioned how funding is allocated and whether development-dependent resources disadvantage District 6. Moore acknowledged technology needs and expressed openness to working with the board. Public comment echoed the need for systemic changes. Key Outcomes - Items 1, 2, 3 – Liquor License Transfers: Each motion passed unanimously (3-0). The clerk was directed to prepare resolutions finding the transfers serve public convenience or necessity and to forward them to the full Board of Supervisors with positive recommendations. - Item 4 – Tree Canopy Hearing: The committee voted unanimously (3-0) to continue the hearing to the call of the chair, allowing future follow-up. Supervisor Dorsey committed to continuing collaboration with DPW and community stakeholders to address funding, data systems, and planting policies.

The Budget and Finance Committee, chaired by Supervisor Matt Dorsey with Vice Chair Cheyenne Chen and Member Danny Sauter, convened on September 23, 2026, at 6:15 PM to consider 16 agenda items. The committee approved 15 items and continued one item to a future meeting. All votes were unanimous (3-0). Public Comments - Item 2: Mark Gleason of Teams 365 expressed support for the SFO curbside management agreement with SP Plus. - Item 3: McGurden Libert, General Manager of Pier 23 Café, thanked the committee and expressed commitment to the business and its legacy. Consent Items (Approved Unanimously Without Discussion) - Item 1: Resolution retroactively authorizing a grant amendment for the Human Rights Commission, increasing funds by $150,000 to a total of $450,000, and extending the term to June 30, 2025. - Item 4: Resolution authorizing the Department of Public Health to accept an in-kind gift of $300,000 from Community Initiatives for food pharmacy programs. - Items 5–7: Three resolutions for the District Attorney's Office: (5) $75,000 revolving fund for emergency victim expenses; (6) $1 million grant from California Department of Insurance for workers' compensation fraud; (7) approximately $4 million grant from Cal OES for victim witness assistance. - Item 12: Resolution authorizing an amendment to the Office of Contract Administration's industrial supplies contract with MSC Industrial Supply, increasing the not-to-exceed amount by $7.6 million to $17.1 million. - Item 13: Resolution authorizing the Chief Medical Examiner to accept a $847,000 Cannabis Tax Fund grant from California Highway Patrol to enhance DUID toxicology testing. Discussion Items - Item 2: SFO Curbside Management Agreement. The airport seeks approval for a $45 million contract with SP Plus for a three-year term with a two-year extension. BLA reported no performance issues and a 25% cost increase due to labor rates and service expansion. The committee approved forwarding to the full board. - Item 3: Pier 23 Café Lease Restructuring. The port presented a new lease reducing base rent from $6,444 per square foot annually to $2,665 and percentage rent from 7% to 6%, with back rent forgiveness of $729,000 contingent on tenant capital improvements of $500,000. BLA noted a revenue miscalculation in the resolution and proposed an amendment correcting the estimated potential revenue from $5.877 million to $3,236,685. The committee adopted the amendment and approved forwarding. - Items 8–11: San Francisco Police Department Gifts and Grants. SFPD requested approval for: (8) $3 million gift from SF Police Community Foundation for the Real-Time Investigation Center; (9) in-kind gift of Oracle Park space valued at $45,500 for recruiting events; (10) cash gift of $103,750 for O2X wellness program; (11) $772,507 grant from California Highway Patrol for DUI enforcement. SFPD reported strong recruiting outcomes, with over 10,000 applications expected this year. All items forwarded. - Item 14: HSH Office Lease Amendment. The Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing sought approval to extend and modify its lease at 601 Van Ness, reducing rent from $46 to $40 per square foot, retroactive to August 2026, through July 2029 for total $1.1 million. Chair Dorsey discussed strategic real estate planning for future administrative offices in the civic center. Approved. - Item 16: 3300 Mission Affordable Housing Loan Amendment. MOHCD requested a $3.6 million loan increase (from $12.4 million to $16.1 million) to cover PGE-related cost overruns at a 35-unit affordable housing project (34 low-income units plus manager unit). PG&E added 800 feet of trenching (from 200 to 1,000 feet) and caused delays from November 2024 to July 2026, forcing the project to miss its June 2026 target for temporary certificate of occupancy. The city may recoup approximately $430,000 from PGE for system upgrades. The developer contributed $800,000 from their fee. Over 2,000 applicants are on the waitlist. Chair Dorsey noted that PGE-related costs to the city since 2018 amount to approximately $76 million. Approved. Continued Item - Item 15: Wholesale Produce Market Lease Amendment. The committee voted to continue this item to the October 21, 2026 meeting to allow additional time for information gathering. Key Outcomes - All 15 items voted on were forwarded to the full Board of Supervisors with positive recommendations. - Item 15 was continued to the October 21, 2026 meeting. - An amendment to Item 3 was adopted to correct the potential revenue figure. - No items were opposed or split; all votes were 3-0.

The Board of Supervisors met on September 22, 2026, under President Mandelman. The meeting included adoption of consent items, approval of numerous new business items, special orders with commendations, a contested CEQA appeal hearing on the PG&E Power Asset Acquisition Project EIR, introduction of new legislation, and general public comment. Consent Calendar - Items 1 through 15 were approved unanimously by an 11-0 vote. These included ordinances and resolutions from the Budget and Finance Committee and the Government Audit and Oversight Committee, covering certificates of participation (not to exceed $43,000,000), bond appropriations ($202,004,550 for affordable housing, $83,475,000 for health and recovery, $138,000,000 for earthquake safety), settlements of lawsuits (totaling $18,505,000), and administrative code amendments regarding airport surveillance technology. Discussion Items - New Business (Items 16-34): Most items were passed on first reading or adopted without objection. Notable items included: - Item 16: Ordinance requiring prevailing wages for street cleaning services. - Items 18-22: Five contracts for as-needed environmental review services (each up to $15,000,000). - Item 23: Lease amendment for 650-5th Street ($122,400 annual base rent). - Item 24: Grant amendment to Community United Against Violence (not to exceed $300,000). - Item 25: Grant agreement with SF Housing Authority for emergency housing voucher transition (not to exceed $28,750,000). - Item 26: Grant from CA Department of Health Care Services (anticipated revenue of $11,199,999.98). - Item 27: Grant for Sunset Boulevard Recycled Water Irrigation Improvement Project (up to $1,000,000). - Item 28: Property tax rate setting resolution ($1 per $100 valuation). - Item 29: Planning Code amendment for signs in mixed-use districts. - Item 30: Planning Code amendment for commercial-to-residential adaptive reuse. - Item 31: Liquor license transfer for Tazza D’ Amore Cafe. - Item 32: Ordinance to increase the City Attorney’s settlement authority from $25,000 to $100,000. Amendments added necessary changes to the Business and Tax Regulations Code. Passed on first reading after amendment. - Item 33: Ordinance exempting Rent Board members from term limits. - Item 34: Appointments to the Sunshine Ordinance Task Force (7 members). - Item 39 (Committee Report): Transbay Under Ramp Park project—street vacation, sidewalk width changes, easement acceptance, and traffic signal acceptance. Passed on first reading. - Special Order 2:30 p.m. – Commendations: The Board recognized Sally Leung (District 1), the Mountain Lion Response Team (District 4), Peter Finn (District 4), Rosa Parks Elementary School (District 5), Yerba Buena Gardens Conservancy (District 6), Los Bomberos (District 9), Dr. Joseph E. Marshall (District 10), and Dave Burke (District 8). - Special Order 3:00 p.m. – PG&E Power Asset Acquisition Project EIR Appeal (Items 35-38): The Board conducted a public hearing on appeals of the Planning Commission’s certification of the Final Environmental Impact Report (FEIR) for the city’s proposed acquisition of PG&E’s electrical transmission and distribution assets. The project would involve separating acquired assets from PG&E’s grid, primarily in southern San Francisco and northern San Mateo County. - Appellants: PG&E (represented by Christian Sebrian) and the Coalition of California Utility Employees (represented by Rick Franco) argued the FEIR was inadequate because: (1) the project description in the EIR did not match the actual project before the CPUC (e.g., an air-insulated substation instead of gas-insulated), (2) the EIR used a programmatic level of analysis for many components instead of project-level, (3) the FEIR included significant new information (a revised noise analysis showing previously undisclosed noise impacts from transformers at the Martin substation) without recirculation for public comment. - Planning Department (Julie Moore): Presented a detailed rebuttal stating the EIR fully complied with CEQA. Recirculation was not required because the new information did not create new significant impacts; the level of analysis was appropriate given available data; and the appellant’s claims were unsupported. - Project Sponsor (Ron Flynn, SFPUC): Supported the Planning Department’s recommendation to deny the appeal. - Board Discussion: Supervisor Dorsey strongly criticized PG&E, calling the appeal a “dilatory stunt” that wasted city resources. He cited PG&E’s pattern of obstruction costing the city $76 million since 2018. Supervisor Melgar called the appeal “the most ridiculous I’ve seen.” Supervisor Chan noted PG&E’s reluctance to share information for more detailed analysis. Supervisor Mahmoud highlighted the absurdity of debating impacts on the “crotch’s bumblebee,” which had not been sighted in the area for over 100 years. President Mandelman reminded colleagues to focus on the adequacy of the environmental review. - Vote: On the motion by Supervisor Dorsey to affirm item 36 (affirming FEIR certification) and table items 37 and 38, the Board voted 11-0 to approve. - Introductions (Roll Call): Supervisors introduced new legislation and resolutions, including: - Supervisor Chen: Resolution calling for a progress report on equity-oriented policies in the Housing Element. - Supervisor Dorsey: Hearing request on El Niño storm preparedness. - Supervisor Mandelman: Resolution to initiate landmark designation for the Eureka Valley/Castro LGBTQ+ Historic District; hearing request on DPH’s treatment on demand report. - Supervisor Sauter: Resolution to initiate creation of the North Beach Historic District. - Supervisor Melgar: Resolution proclaiming September 26-October 4 as Good Neighbor Week; ordinance for participatory budgeting in District 7. - Supervisor Fielder: Ordinance to support Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operations (MIKOs); ordinance to improve technology procurement processes. - Supervisor Mahmoud: In memoriam for April Lynette Clay. Public Comments & Testimony - During the 3:00 p.m. EIR hearing, public comment was taken in support of and opposition to the appeal. Speakers in support (limited) were heard; those in opposition included a resident questioning independent judgment and another criticizing city-run power. During general public comment later, speakers addressed a range of topics: AI dangers (requesting a ban on superintelligence), taxi medallion financial distress, support for MIKO legislation (multiple speakers from Cook Alliance, MEDA, and operators), criticism of PG&E, concerns about data centers, and requests for earlier public comment scheduling. Key Outcomes - All consent items (1-15) adopted unanimously. - All new business items (16-34) passed as noted; item 32 amended and passed. - Committee report (item 39) passed. - PG&E EIR Appeal: Board affirmed FEIR certification (item 36) by an 11-0 vote; items 37 and 38 tabled. - Adoption Without Committee Reference (items 42-52): Items 42-44, 46-52 were adopted unanimously. Item 45 (resolution on e-bike/e-scooter safety enforcement) was severed and sent to committee by Supervisor Wong. - Commendations were presented to seven individuals/groups as part of the 2:30 p.m. special order. - New legislation introduced will be considered in future committee meetings.