Public Meetings - San Francisco, California

The Land Use and Transportation Committee of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors met on September 21, 2026, at 9:45 AM, chaired by Vice Chair Cheyenne Chan in the absence of Chair Malgus. Supervisors Matt Dorsey and Shaman Walton were present. The committee considered four agenda items: a landmark designation amendment, amendments to the Potrero Power Station development agreement and special use district, and a street vacation for the Transbay Under Ramp Park project. Public comment was heard on items two and three. Consent Calendar - Item 1: Planning Code – Landmark Designation Amendment – Sylvester House – The committee unanimously (3-0) voted to recommend approval to the full board. The amendment renames Landmark No. 61 (Sylvester House) to the Blacketeer-Sylvester House to honor Linda Blacketeer’s preservation work. Public Comments & Testimony - On Items 2 and 3 (Potrero Power Station amendments) – Multiple speakers addressed the committee. Zack Weisenberger (Young Community Developers) thanked Supervisor Walton for removing data center language but voiced concerns about proposed exemptions from Intermediate Length Occupancy (ILO) caps and reporting requirements, arguing no demonstrated need exists. Jean-Tal Laboranto (REP SF Coalition) opposed ILO exemptions, citing risks to the city’s ILO program integrity and geographic distribution limits. Bill Blackwell (Plumbers & Pipefitters Local 38) and Shalina Esgridge (Homeless Prenatal Program) supported the amendments, noting positive community and labor outcomes. Jamie Breen Miles (YMCA) supported flexibility for child care and community spaces. Rashida Nairobi (Sisters with Tools) and Bruce Huey (Dog Patch resident/business owner) also supported the project, emphasizing workforce opportunities and business growth. Elaine Sprague Stuby (Friends of Jackson Park) urged approval for park delivery flexibility. Discussion Items - Items 2 and 3: Potrero Power Station – Amended Development Agreement and Special Use District Amendments – Presenters John Lau (OEWD) and Monica Giacomucci (Planning) outlined targeted amendments to add flexibility and feasibility: removing data centers as a permitted use; increasing height limits (e.g., Block 15 from 160 to 190 feet); allowing rooftop bars site-wide; aligning open space rules with family zoning; and technical modifications from the Planning Commission (July 30, 2026) regarding above-grade parking structures, TDM plans, and Muni shelter plans. Supervisor Walton noted the removal of data center language and confirmed that jet ski water rescue provisions were unaffected. A substantive change required a one-week continuance. - Item 4: Transbay Under Ramp Park Project – Street Vacation and Related Actions – The item was continued from a previous meeting for minor technical amendments. No additional presentation was given. The committee voted to send it as a committee report to the full board. Key Outcomes - Item 1: Motion by Supervisor Walton to recommend approval to the full board passed 3-0 (Walton aye, Dorsey aye, Chan aye). - Items 2 and 3: Supervisor Walton moved to accept the amendments as presented by staff. The motion passed 3-0. Supervisor Walton then moved to continue both items to the committee meeting of September 28, 2026, due to a substantive change requiring a one-week hold. That motion passed 3-0. - Item 4: Motion by Supervisor Dorsey to send the ordinance as a committee report to the full board (for consideration on September 22, 2026) passed 3-0.

The San Francisco Planning Commission convened on Thursday, September 17, 2026, with a meeting timestamp of 20:15 UTC. The Commission handled a continuance, a consent calendar approval, adoption of draft minutes, and several land-use items including new enforcement penalty guidelines, an office development authorization, two conditional use authorizations, and a discretionary review request. Most votes taken were unanimous 5–0. Continuance Calendar - 871 De Haro Street (Discretionary Review): Proposed for continuance to December 17, 2026. No public comment was offered on the continuance, and the Commission voted 5–0 to continue the item. Consent Calendar - 800 Irving Street (Case 2026-006728-CUA, d.b.a. BMO Bank N.A.): Request for a Conditional Use Authorization to establish a Formula Retail Financial Service. No commissioner, staff member, or member of the public requested removal from the consent calendar. The Commission voted 5–0 to approve the item on consent, with no separate discussion. Draft Minutes, Commission Comments & Director's Reports - Draft minutes for September 3, 2026, were presented for adoption; no public comments were made on the minutes. - Director's announcements included recognition of Planning Department staff for a recent award cycle. - Review of past events: No report was given from the Board of Appeals. The Board of Supervisors Land Use Committee voted unanimously to recommend approval of Supervisor Dorsey's legislation to modify sign controls in mixed-use districts, and the Rules Committee unanimously advanced Malia Chavez to the full Board. Public Comments & Testimony - One general public commenter urged that Department of Building Inspection (DBI) inspectors be placed under Planning enforcement once the planned merger is finalized. - A commenter described a case as "an example of lax building and planning code enforcement in San Francisco" and criticized enforcement overall. Discussion Items - Item 7 — Enforcement Penalty Guidelines: Staff presented new criteria for the Zoning Administrator's assessment of a one-time enforcement penalty for violations involving the misrepresentation of material tenant information on development applications. The Board of Supervisors created this as a new "third bucket" of penalty criteria, alongside earlier criteria addressing unauthorized unit removals and unauthorized additions of four or more units; the Historic Preservation Commission adopted parallel preservation penalty criteria. Staff emphasized that the criteria are not automatic sentencing guidelines, do not compel a specific penalty if triggered, and are not retroactive. The criteria apply to Planning Department applications and are less relevant to DBI applications. During deliberation, a commissioner asked whether tenant-harassment records from a reputable non-court, non-Rent-Board source could be considered; staff confirmed the criterion was left open-ended to allow that. The Commission adopted the resolution 5–0. - Item 8 — 345 Spear Street / 2 Harrison Street (Office Development Authorization): The request sought 33,385 gross square feet of office allocation from the annual office development limit small-cap program at the individually designated Hills Brothers Coffee Building (San Francisco Landmark No. 157). The site consists of a full city block with Hills Plaza, a 17-story mixed-use residential tower built in 1990 under Planning Commission Motion 10501, and the six-story Hills Brothers building, built 1924–1926 and designed by George Kellum. The project relies on Planning Code Section 202.11D2A, which principally permits conversion of vacant ground-floor uses to office in historic buildings; the legislation came before the Commission on October 23, 2025. Earlier this year, an approval was granted for a 21,213-gross-square-foot change of use of vacant ground-floor retail at the location, and the two uses count cumulatively. The current request represents approximately 5% of the existing small-cap office space. One letter of opposition from a neighbor opposed privatization of the ground floor and preferred that publicly accessible retail spaces return. Sponsor Amy Lee (Ries) spoke in support, emphasizing preservation of the historic landmark, the value of retaining a major San Francisco employer, and a commitment to allowing nonprofits and the general public to access the community ground-floor space. A commissioner noted this is the first project to utilize the new code section. The Commission approved the project 5–0 with a friendly amendment adding a finding that the sponsor is committed to public access to the ground floor. - Item 9 — 2089 Ingalls Street (Conditional Use Authorization): The project requested a CUA under Planning Code Sections 210.3 and 303 to expand an industrial agriculture use for cannabis cultivation in an existing industrial building in the PDR-2 zoning district in the Hunters Point neighborhood. In 2022, the Commission granted a CUA for approximately 1,875 square feet in Suite 4 of the subject building. The sponsor met twice with the Community Advisory Committee to provide more information about security and hiring. The Department received no public comment on the project. Staff and the project sponsor presented the item for the Commission's consideration. - Item 10 — 1043–1045 Clayton Street (Conditional Use Authorization): The request was a CUA to demolish a two-unit residential building spanning lots 131, 132, and 133 of block 1279. In March 2023, two additional approvals were granted for lots 21 and 130, each allowing an additional two-unit building; the prior CUA validity period ended in March 2024, so the project returned as a combined application. A public speaker stated that the community "does not oppose the project itself" but raised concerns about withdrawal of the prior agreement without discussion. Another speaker said DBI counted any notch as a light well. One resident said some neighbors' concerns about trees, slope, and demolition were legitimate, but stressed that San Francisco needs more housing. Commissioners asked the project sponsor for the breakdown of the proposed housing units. - Item 11 — 103 Banks Street (Discretionary Review, Case 2025-010904-DRP): A public-initiated discretionary review of Planning Application 2025-010904 PRJ was filed by a neighbor across the street, who claimed the proposed peaked roof makes the building taller than the neighbor to the north and the downhill neighbor. The Department received one letter of opposition and no letters in support of the project. The project sponsor was present. A motion was made and seconded to not take discretionary review and to approve the project as proposed. Key Outcomes - Continued 871 De Haro Street to December 17, 2026 (5–0). - Approved 800 Irving Street (BMO Bank N.A.) on the consent calendar (5–0). - Considered adoption of the September 3, 2026 draft minutes. - Adopted the Enforcement Penalty Guidelines resolution (5–0). - Approved 345 Spear Street / 2 Harrison Street with conditions as amended, including a ground-floor public-access finding (5–0). - Heard the 2089 Ingalls Street cannabis cultivation CUA; no public comments were received. - Took up the 103 Banks Street discretionary review; a motion to not take DR and approve the project as proposed was made and seconded. - Note: The provided agenda excerpt was incomplete; the 1043–1045 Clayton Street item was discussed in the hearing but does not appear in the agenda snippet.

The Government Audit and Oversight Committee of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors met on Thursday, September 17, 2026, convening at 18:15. Chaired by Supervisor Stephen Sherrill, with Vice Chair Supervisor Jackie Fielder and Supervisor Alan Wong, the committee considered 14 agenda items, including two ordinances, one resolution, five civil grand jury reports and related board responses, and a settlement authorization. The meeting featured extensive public testimony and detailed presentations from civil grand jury members, city officials, and department heads. Public Comments & Testimony - Item 1 (Elections to Retirement Board, Health Service Board, Retiree Health Care Trust Fund Board): Fred Sanchez, retired deputy chief and president of Protect Our Benefits, and Dr. Teresa Palmer, vice president of Protect Our Benefits, spoke in strong opposition, arguing that removing campaign disclosure requirements from boards overseeing billions of dollars in public assets would invite corruption and cronyism. They urged the committee to vote no. - Item 2 (Behested Payment Waiver for Film SF): Ike Kwan of the San Francisco Travel Association spoke in favor, noting that film and television are powerful destination marketing tools and that the waiver would allow in-kind collaboration without direct financial support. - Items 11-12 (Jail Conditions): Aisha McCain, sister of Eric McCain who died at a permanent supportive housing site, urged the board to fully adopt the civil grand jury's recommendations on critical incident reports, stating that three prior deaths at the same site had not been connected due to lack of data analysis. She criticized the notion that public disclosure might deter providers from reporting incidents. - No public comment was offered on other items. Discussion Items Item 1: Ordinance Eliminating Campaign Reporting for Retirement Board, Health Service Board, and Retiree Health Care Trust Fund Board Maeve Skelly (President Mandelman's office) and Michael Canning (Ethics Commission) presented the ordinance. Since 2018, only seven candidates filed disclosures, with total reported fundraising of just $78.60 and no third-party spending. The Ethics Commission found the requirements burdensome, requiring candidates to open bank accounts even if no money is raised. Vice Chair Fielder raised concerns about eliminating Form 700 filings for trustees overseeing billions of dollars. Canning noted that Form 700 requirements could be retained through other code sections. The committee voted to forward the ordinance to the full board without recommendation (3-0). Item 2: Behested Payment Waiver for Film SF Maeve Skelly presented a resolution authorizing the Film Commission to solicit donations and in-kind support from San Francisco Travel Association and hotels for six months to promote San Francisco as a film destination. The waiver is required because these entities are classified as restricted sources. Vice Chair Fielder praised the specificity of the waiver. The committee forwarded the resolution with positive recommendation (3-0). Items 3-4: Civil Grand Jury Report – Outdoor Public Warning System (Sirens) Rob Chancellor presented the report, noting the system has been inoperable since 2019. Estimated replacement cost was $20 million (a few years old). DEM Executive Director Mary Ellen Carroll discussed challenges: sirens cannot provide specific instructions, geography affects sound, and they are monolingual without looping. Chair Sherrill proposed board responses partially disagreeing with findings F6 (any siren approach requires digital systems) and F9 (status quo produces costs without progress), and agreeing with findings F7 (sirens add complexity without actionable instructions), F10 (unresolved question consumes capacity), F11 (lack of clear public explanation), and F12 (negative implications). The committee adopted amendments and forwarded Item 4 with positive recommendation, and filed Item 3 (3-0 each). Items 5-6: Civil Grand Jury Report – Fog of Warning (Alert SF) Rob Chancellor presented that Alert SF has approximately 76,000 text and 62,000 WhatsApp subscribers, which is low relative to the city's population. DEM's Jackie (outreach lead) described promotional efforts: $10,000 in digital ads, 60 in-person events per year, and expansion to WhatsApp. DEM is working on criteria for wireless emergency alerts and multilingual messaging. Chair Sherrill proposed agreeing with findings F14 (no promotional plan), F15 (no strategy for visitors/commuters), and F16 (no unified mobile-first multilingual destination), and declining recommendation R6 (to determine resourcing via budget process). The committee adopted amendments and forwarded Item 6 with positive recommendation, and filed Item 5 (3-0 each). Items 7-8: Civil Grand Jury Report – Wildfire Risk in Glen Canyon Rick Carroll presented findings that aging eucalyptus groves pose a wildfire danger, with fragmented vegetation management across Rec & Park, DPW, PUC, and the school district. He noted that DPW's

The Budget and Finance Committee of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors met on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at 6:15 PM. The meeting was chaired by Supervisor Matt Dorsey, joined by Vice Chair Shyen Chen (arriving after roll call) and member Danny Sauter. Board President Rafael Mandelman made a guest appearance. The committee considered 15 agenda items, including retroactive grants, property tax rates, professional services contracts, a lease amendment, and an ordinance on prevailing wages for street cleaning services. Public comment was heard on several items, and all items were either forwarded to the full board or continued. Consent Calendar - None (all items were considered individually). Public Comments & Testimony - Items 1 & 2 (Parivar Bay Area and CUAV grants): Anjali Remy, President and Co-Founder of Parivar Bay Area, spoke emotionally about the organization's work supporting transgender and immigrant communities. She described Parivar as the only trans, kinnar, hijra-led Global South organization in the U.S., serving San Francisco for eight years. She stated the requested $450,000 grant is a "lifeline" to rebuild after the organization had to close its Immigrant Cultural Center in April 2026 due to lack of funding. She noted Parivar held over 600 events, recorded 28,300 participant engagements, and graduated 212 people through its leadership program. - Item 15 (Prevailing wage for street cleaning): Over 20 speakers testified, nearly all in strong support of the ordinance. Represented groups included Laborers' Local 261 (business manager David Del Toro, president James Bryant of A. Philip Randolph Institute, park section supervisor Toby Price, and many members), the California Alliance for Jobs (Joshua Arce), the Foundation for Fair Contracting, and the San Francisco Labor Council (Kim Tavallone). Speakers argued that prevailing wages ensure dignity, prevent exploitation, create pathways to middle-class careers, and that workforce development programs must offer real training and job placement. No speakers opposed the ordinance. Discussion Items - Items 1 & 2 – Retroactive Grant Amendments for LGBTQI+ Services: The Human Rights Commission (now Agency for Human Rights) requested approval to increase grants for Parivar Bay Area (by $150,000, total $450,000) and Community United Against Violence (by $100,000, total $300,000) to reimburse services provided through June 30, 2025. Board President Mandelman spoke in support, noting these organizations serve queer/trans people of color and immigrants under federal attack. CFO Samuel Thomas presented. The committee accepted amendments to item 1 (correcting fiscal sponsor to TransCAN Work, Inc.) and continued item 1 to the September 23 meeting. Item 2 was forwarded to the full board with a positive recommendation (3-0 vote). - Item 3 – Grant from San Francisco Foundation for Affirmative Litigation: The City Attorney's Office requested approval to accept a $200,000 grant to fund affirmative litigation and enforcement work (consumer protection, housing, federal funding defense). Andrea Bruss presented. Public comment was none. The committee forwarded it to the full board (3-0). - Item 4 – Sunset Boulevard Recycled Water Irrigation Grant: The Department of Public Works requested acceptance of a $1 million state grant (from the Budget Act of 2025, sponsored by Senator Scott Wiener) for the Sunset Boulevard Recycled Water Irrigation Improvement Project. The project will replace five potable water connections with recycled water from the Oceanside treatment plant, saving 40 million gallons of drinking water annually. Total project cost is $10.5 million; the grant requires no local match. Ian Schneider presented. The committee forwarded it to the full board (3-0). - Item 5 – Property Tax Rate Resolution: The Controller's Office presented the annual resolution setting the combined secured property tax rate for FY2026-2027 at 1.18162% per $100 of assessed value. Jamie Whitaker explained that the median residential property (value $771,542 plus 2% Prop 13 increase) would pay $174.22 more than the prior year. The Budget and Legislative Analyst (Nick Menard) recommended approval. The committee adopted a non-substantive amendment and forwarded it to the full board (3-0). - Items 6-10 – PUC As-Needed Environmental Review Contracts: The San Francisco Public Utilities Commission requested approval for five professional services contracts (each up to $15 million, seven-year terms, with three-year options) for environmental review services under CEQA/NEPA. The contracts are with Environmental Science Associates, AECOM Technical Services, Panorama Environmental, GEI Consultants, and Stantec Consulting Services. Hannah Young (PUC) explained that the contracts are based on the PUC's 10-year capital plan ($12.5 billion) and represent less than 1% of that plan. Each firm committed to 20% LBE participation. The BLA recommended approval. Public comment was none. The committee forwarded items 6-10 to the full board (3-0). - Item 11 – Lease Amendment for Jail Health Services: The Department of Public Health requested a second amendment to the lease at 650-5th Street, Suites 307-309, reducing annual base rent from $58.53 to $40 per square foot ($122,400 annually, 3% annual increases) for an initial term through July 31, 2031, with a five-year renewal option. Martin Soto (Jail Health Services) noted the space supports 23 staff and key administrative functions. Sally Earth (Real Estate) highlighted the 32% rent reduction. Public comment was none. The committee forwarded it to the full board (3-0). - Item 12 – Cal OES Grant for Women's Options Center Security: This item was continued to the September 30, 2026 meeting due to a scheduling issue. The $475,000 grant from the Governor's Office of Emergency Services would fund physical and digital infrastructure security improvements at the Women's Options Center. The committee voted unanimously to continue (3-0). - Item 13 – BCHIP Grant for Health Recovery and Connection Center: The Department of Public Health requested retroactive approval to accept an $11.2 million grant from the California Department of Health Care Services (BCHIP Round 5) for renovation of 1660 Mission Street into a Health Recovery and Connection Center. The center will co-locate behavioral health services, a sobering center (16 beds), City Clinic, and a pharmacy. Total project cost is $106 million (including acquisition and voluntary seismic work). The grant requires a 10% local match (met by Proposition C and general obligation bonds). Dr. Christy Soran presented. The BLA noted the project cost increased $20 million due to added seismic work and staircase. Supervisor Sauter asked about the sobering center model, which is still under development. The committee forwarded it to the full board (3-0). - Item 14 – Emergency Housing Voucher Transition Grant: The Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing requested approval of a $28.75 million grant agreement with the San Francisco Housing Authority to provide bridge funding for households transitioning from federal Emergency Housing Vouchers (EHVs) to other federal vouchers. Emily Cohen explained that EHVs are non-time-limited but federal funding ends in 2030; the city is using local funds to ensure stability. In September 2026, 90 households transitioned; 300 more are expected by year-end. The BLA noted the plan depends on pending federal appropriations. The committee forwarded it to the full board (3-0). - Item 15 – Prevailing Wage for Street Cleaning Services (Ordinance): Supervisor Melgar introduced an ordinance to require prevailing wages for city contracts and grants for street cleaning (power washing, steam cleaning, bulk waste removal). After months of negotiations, amendments were offered to exempt workforce development programs meeting certain criteria (three-year term, 51% job placement rate) and Community Benefit Districts using assessment funds. The amendments also exempt contracts under the city administrator's delegated authority threshold. The BLA estimated potential cost increases: if workforce grants do not meet criteria, costs could rise by $8.9 million annually; ambassador contracts could also be impacted. Supervisor Chen expressed support and added herself as co-sponsor. Supervisor Sauter thanked Melgar for balancing interests. Chair Dorsey raised questions about the definition of public right-of-way and CBD funding. Public comment was overwhelmingly in support. The committee adopted the amendments (3-0) and forwarded the ordinance to the full board with a positive recommendation (3-0). Key Outcomes - Item 1: Amendments adopted; continued to September 23, 2026 Budget and Finance Committee meeting. - Item 2: Forwarded to full Board of Supervisors with positive recommendation (3-0). - Item 3: Forwarded to full board (3-0). - Item 4: Forwarded to full board (3-0). - Item 5: Amended and forwarded to full board (3-0). - Items 6-10: Forwarded to full board (3-0). - Item 11: Forwarded to full board (3-0). - Item 12: Continued to September 30, 2026 meeting (3-0). - Item 13: Forwarded to full board (3-0). - Item 14: Forwarded to full board (3-0). - Item 15: Amendments adopted and ordinance forwarded to full board with positive recommendation (3-0).

The San Francisco Port Commission held a regular meeting on September 15, 2026, at 10:30 AM. Commissioners unanimously approved the minutes from August 11, 2026, and adopted resolutions to amend a sole-source grant to the Fisherman’s Wharf Community Benefits District (CBD) and to recommend formation of a Community Facilities District (CFD) for the Pier 70 Historic Core. The commission also received informational presentations on the Executive Director’s report, the Embarcadero Plaza and Sue Bierman Park redesign, and discussed new business items including a blue economy initiative update and a future drone policy. Consent Calendar - Approval of Minutes – August 11, 2026: The commission unanimously adopted the minutes from the August 11, 2026, Port Commission meeting. Public Comments & Testimony - Executive Director’s Report: Several port staff and community partners offered public comments honoring former commissioners Gail Gilman and Stephen Lee for their service. Speakers included Brad Benson (Waterfront Resilience Program), Dominic Wren (Acting Maritime Director), Amy Cohn (Real Estate Division), Brie (Fisherman’s Wharf Community Benefits District), Stelpne (Government Affairs Manager), Alice Rogers (South Beach/Rincon/Mission Bay Neighborhood Association), and David Beaupre (Deputy Director of Planning and Environment). They thanked the former commissioners for their commitment to equity, small businesses, the fishing community, and inclusive waterfront stewardship. - No public comments were made on items 10A, 10B, or 11A. Discussion Items Executive Director’s Report (Item 9A) Executive Director Michael Martin provided a comprehensive report covering multiple topics: - Hispanic Heritage Month: He acknowledged National Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept 15 – Oct 15) and announced a celebration at Ferry Plaza on October 3, 2026, featuring Latino and Latina vendors, and the visit of the Mexican tall ship ARM Cuauhtémoc at Pier 15 from Sept 23–27. - Coastal Cleanup Day: The port will participate in the 42nd annual California Coastal Cleanup Day on Sept 19, 2026, with events at Pier 94 Wetlands (with Golden Gate Bird Alliance) and Islais Creek Park (with Kayaks Unlimited). - Fisherman’s Wharf Progress: The opening of Alioto’s Plaza was celebrated with Mayor Lurie. The plaza is a key part of Fisherman’s Wharf Forward, which also includes resilient infrastructure planning for Taylor Street and the inner lagoon through 2100. A second community meeting drew about 60 participants. - Waterfront Walkabout: A new monthly evening stroll series, “Waterfront Walkabout,” launches Sept 17, 2026, activating the Big Art Loop sculptures along the Embarcadero from Pier 14 to Pier 15. - Pokémon World Championships: The event (Aug 28–30, 2026) brought an estimated 54,000 people to San Francisco, with over two-thirds international visitors. The port hosted drone shows each night, drawing crowds of 7,000 to 20,000. The success prompted plans for a special event activation strategy update and a drone policy later this fall. - Fleet Week 2026: Scheduled for Oct 4–12, 2026, with major events on port property including air shows, Fleet Fest, ship tours, and equipment tours. - Recognition of Former Commissioners: The commission publicly thanked former commissioners Gail Gilman (8 years of service) and Stephen Lee (4 years) for their leadership, advocacy, and dedication. Both offered brief remarks. Commissioner comments following the report expressed enthusiasm for Alioto’s Plaza, the drone show potential, the blue economy initiative, and the monthly walkabouts. Commissioner Adams inquired about the status of the “blue-green waterway” initiative; Director Martin noted 14 applications for leasing incentives and promised an update in the fall. Fisherman’s Wharf Community Benefits District Grant Amendment (Item 10A) The commission considered a resolution (2645) to increase the port’s sole-source grant to the Fisherman’s Wharf Community Benefits District (CBD) by $1,953,902 and extend the term by 12 months, bringing the total grant to $8,322,138 over 4.5 years. The grant funds ambassador services, beautification, marketing, and events. Scott Lansettle (Deputy Director, Real Estate) and Amy Cohn (Real Estate) presented, noting: - Foot traffic in June 2026 increased 9% over June 2025. - The port is exploring joining the CBD as a property-owning member in 2028, with the current grant serving as a bridge. - Commissioners discussed the return on investment, including a 9% footfall increase translating to an estimated 1.2 million additional visitors annually. They emphasized the need to better communicate the economic benefits. The resolution was adopted unanimously. Pier 70 Historic Core Community Facilities District (Item 10B) Wyatt Donnelly-Landolt (Assistant Deputy Director of Development) and James Mattson (Orton Development, Inc.) presented two resolutions (2646 and 2647) to recommend formation of a Community Facilities District (CFD) for the Pier 70 Historic Core and to amend the master lease to facilitate a restructured services-only CFD. The revised structure eliminates the original facilities tax (approx. $2.73/sq ft) and adopts a single services tax ($0.80/sq ft) to fund ongoing maintenance at Crane Cove Park and other public spaces. The change reduces the overall tax burden on tenants while addressing a budget shortfall for Crane Cove Park. The CFD will raise funds through a special tax on the leasehold, with the port as the sole voter. The process requires Board of Supervisors approval over about six months. Commissioners expressed support, noting the project’s success in rehabilitating eight former shipyard buildings (338,000 sq ft of PDR, office, and retail) and its financial outperformance relative to 2014 projections. Both resolutions were adopted unanimously. Embarcadero Plaza and Sue Bierman Park Redesign (Item 11A) Nico Wright (Port Planning) and Joana Goodwin (Recreation and Parks Department) presented the concept design for the renovation of Embarcadero Plaza and Sue Bierman Park, a 5-acre public space at the waterfront gateway. Key elements include: - A unified park with a large multi-use lawn, performance area, expanded playground, fitness zone, dog play area, picnic area, and improved accessibility. - Community outreach over a year (three meetings) identified priorities: more green space, better accessibility, improved seating and lighting, flexible gathering spaces, and historical recognition. - The design improves circulation between downtown and the waterfront, with stormwater gardens along the Embarcadero edge to address sea level rise. - Construction began with tree removals in Sept 2026; major work starts Dec 2026, with completion expected within a year (late 2027). - A Memorandum of Understanding between the Port and Recreation and Parks for management of port lands within the parks is under development and will come before the commission for approval by end of 2026. - The project is a public-private partnership including RPD, OEWD, Downtown SF Development Corporation (DDC), BXP, and Downtown SF Partnership. Commissioners praised the design and noted the importance of activation and nighttime use. Key Outcomes - Minutes of August 11, 2026 approved unanimously. - Resolution 2645 (Fisherman’s Wharf CBD grant amendment) adopted unanimously. - Resolutions 2646 and 2647 (Pier 70 Historic Core CFD formation and lease amendments) adopted unanimously, with an amendment to add a Board of Supervisors file number to Resolution 2647. - New Business: Commissioners added items for a blue economy initiative update, a drone policy, and an activation strategy to be reported at future meetings. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 20, 2026 at 10:30 AM. - The meeting adjourned at 5:37 PM.

The San Francisco Board of Supervisors held its regular meeting on September 15, 2026, starting at 10:15 AM. The meeting included a special appearance by Mayor Daniel Lurie, numerous commendations, a public hearing on the Treasure Island Infrastructure and Revitalization Financing District (IRFD) annexation, and action on several legislative items. Notable decisions included approval of a amended OpenGov contract (10-1) and passage of a street tree ordinance (7-4). Consent Calendar - Items 1–15, comprising multiple lawsuit settlements (e.g., Carrillo $175,000, Porchia $410,000, Baker $1,975,000, etc.) and unlitigated claims, were approved unanimously on a single roll-call vote. - Resolutions and ordinances for certificates of participation (Open Space Fund, $43 million), general obligation bonds for affordable housing (Series 2026D/E/F totaling $202 million), health and recovery bonds ($83.5 million), earthquake safety bonds ($138 million), airport professional services agreements (Faith Group PMCM2 JV and AtkinsRéalis, each not to exceed $17 million), and various retroactive grants (e.g., $148,843 PrEP study, $2.3 million Solid Start grant) were all adopted without objection. - Five resolutions providing project-based rental subsidies for affordable housing projects (totaling roughly $18.5 million) were also adopted without objection. Public Comments & Testimony - Multiple residents from the Stevenson Street hub (SoMa) expressed frustration over open drug use, sidewalk conditions, and repeated failures of promised enforcement. They demanded dedicated resources and a single accountable city lead. - Speakers called for an emergency declaration on AI development, citing risks of uncontrolled superintelligence and energy consumption from data centers. They urged a permanent ban on data centers rather than a 45-day moratorium. - A family member and community organizers honored Felicia Freeney (“Opie”), a young activist who advocated to close juvenile hall, noting promises were unfulfilled and juvenile hall remains open. - A city employee raised concerns about anti-Black discrimination in city government management evaluations. - Several other speakers addressed Muni heritage, housing affordability, AI regulation, and a pending police case. Discussion Items - Mayor’s Appearance (2:00 PM): Mayor Lurie declared a “rent emergency,” noting San Francisco leads the country in rent increases and is on pace for the most evictions in nearly a decade. He announced $54 million in rental assistance, an additional $3 million for tenant right-to-counsel, and $1 million for a “know your rights” campaign. He also highlighted early labor agreements with unions covering 80% of city employees, providing a 12% wage increase from 2027–2031 and no layoffs for permanent civil service through June 2029. He emphasized building more housing and the Permit SF portal, which now offers 75% of building permits online. - Street Tree Standards (Item 16): Ordinance amending multiple codes to allow in-lieu fees for street tree planting, eliminate certain appeals to the Board of Appeals, and update the Adopt-A-Tree Fund. Passed 7-4, with Supervisors Chan, Fielder, Sauter, and Walton voting no. - Housing Bonds (Items 19–22): Authorized issuance and sale of affordable housing GO bonds totaling $202 million for middle-income, low-income, and preservation/seismic safety projects. Adopted without objection. - OpenGov Contract (Item 37): Following a hearing and controversy over a sole-source contract for permitting software, Supervisor Chen offered amendments to reduce the contract from $38.97 million to $28.02 million and from 60 months to 36 months, with the third year subject to budget reserve. Several supervisors expressed concerns over performance metrics (e.g., only 4% of fire permits meeting two-day turnaround as of August 31, 2026). The amendments were approved, and the amended resolution passed 10-1 (Supervisor Fielder dissenting). - Treasure Island IRFD Annexation (Items 42–46): The Board sat as a Committee of the Whole for a public hearing on adding territory (project areas F–I) to the IRFD. The annexation supplement includes a $192 million annual appropriations limit and $520 million in additional bond issuance authority (total $1.3 billion). Resolutions calling for a landowner special election and approving the annexation (Items 42–43) were adopted unanimously; Items 44–46 (election results, ordinance, bond modification) were continued to September 29, 2026. - Legislation Introduced at Roll Call: Supervisors introduced several new items, including: - Supervisor Chen: Hearing on OpenGov contract progress. - Supervisor Dorsey: Ordinance requiring landlords to notify tenants of state rent cap protections under AB 1482. - Supervisor Fielder: Transparency legislation for waivers on solicitations from interested parties; resolution condemning a federal immigration detention center at SFO. - Supervisor Mahmood: Resolution to strengthen dog safety protocols at city-funded shelters and ensure sustainable funding for the vicious and dangerous dog hearing process. - President Mandelman: Ordinance exempting adult businesses from storefront transparency requirements; in memoriams for Mayling Lowe and Thomas Frankl. - Supervisor Melgar: Announcements of future legislation to elevate MOHCD to a department of housing, support cooperative housing, and coordinate street repaving with bicycle network. - Supervisor Sauter: Ordinance capping banked rent increases and capital improvement pass-throughs at 10% for rent-controlled tenants through 2029. - Supervisor Sherrill: Motion to suspend Commissioner William Palmer from the Sheriff’s Department Oversight Board over misconduct charges. - Supervisor Walton: Interim zoning moratorium on data centers (45 days); in memoriam for Felicia Freeney. - Supervisor Wong: Hearing and resolution on safe use of e-bikes and e-scooters. - Commendations (2:30 PM): The Board recognized: - 11 individuals and the Living Proof SF campaign for recovery from addiction. - Kat Anderson for 10 years on the Recreation and Parks Commission. - Commander Christopher DelGandio for nearly 20 years with SFPD and breaking barriers as first openly gay captain. - NERT (Neighborhood Emergency Response Team) volunteers for disaster preparedness. - Joanne Giovanni for 47 years running Portal World Travel and teaching at City College. - KTSF Channel 26 for 50 years of Asian-language broadcasting. - Castro Public Works block sweepers team for cleanliness efforts. Key Outcomes - Consent Agenda: All 15 items approved unanimously. - Street Tree Ordinance: Passed on final reading, 7-4. - OpenGov Contract: Amended contract (reduced to $28 million, 36 months) approved 10-1. - Treasure Island IRFD Annexation: Resolutions adopting annexation and calling special election adopted unanimously; remaining steps continued to September 29, 2026. - Airport Surveillance Policy: Passed on first reading unanimously. - Lawsuit Settlements (two employment disputes): Total $14.725 million; passed on first reading. - Appointments: Malea Chavez to Planning Commission and Christopher Simi to Sanitation and Streets Commission approved. - Resolutions for Adoption Without Committee Reference (Items 51–59): Most adopted; Item 52 (Muni Heritage Weekend) and Item 58 (Latin@ Heritage Month) adopted separately without objection. - Legislation Introduced: Scheduled for future committee hearings; no votes taken. - Public Comment: Closed after 20 speakers in person and none remotely.

The San Francisco Rules Committee held a regular meeting on Monday, September 14, 2026, at 18:15 UTC. The committee was chaired by Supervisor Shimon Walton, joined by Vice Chair Stephen Scherrow and President Rafael Mandelman. The clerk was Victor Young. The meeting addressed five agenda items: two commission appointments, nine appointments to the Sunshine Ordinance Task Force, an ordinance raising the City Attorney's settlement delegation limit, and an ordinance exempting Rent Board members from term limits. All items were forwarded to the full Board of Supervisors with positive recommendations. Public Comments & Testimony - Item 3 (Sunshine Ordinance Task Force appointments): - Richard Knee, speaking for the Society of Professional Journalists Northern California Chapter, strongly urged the reappointment of Lila Lahood and all incumbent applicants, citing her leadership and the need for experience and institutional knowledge. - Lauren Gerardin, representing the League of Women Voters of San Francisco, recommended reappointing Maxine Anderson as the League's representative, praising her experience and contributions. - Dr. Derek Kerr, a whistleblower, expressed opposition to replacing qualified incumbents, calling the process a "purge" that undermines the Sunshine Ordinance's purpose and harms public trust. Discussion Items - Item 1 – Presidential Appointment of Malea Chavez to the Planning Commission: President Mandelman nominated Malia Chavez, a longtime tenant attorney and nonprofit leader with experience in housing policy and community development. Chavez spoke about her background, including work on the Mission Economic Development Agency's "People's Plan" and affordable housing projects. Vice Chair Scherrow noted their productive conversation on areas of agreement and disagreement. The committee voted unanimously to forward the appointment with a positive recommendation. - Item 2 – City Controller Appointment of Christopher Simi to the Sanitation and Streets Commission: Christopher Simi, a current commissioner seeking reappointment, highlighted his four years of experience, his role as BART's budget director, and his understanding of local government finance. President Mandelman thanked him for his service. The committee voted unanimously to forward the appointment. - Item 3 – Appointments to the Sunshine Ordinance Task Force (nine seats): Fifteen applicants were considered. Incumbents and new candidates spoke, emphasizing experience, institutional knowledge, and the need for efficient complaint processing. Several incumbents (Lila Lahood, Maxine Anderson, David Pilpel, Laura Steinback, Matthew Yankee) described ongoing work on ordinance amendments and process improvements. New applicants included Matthew Donahue (plaintiff attorney), John Sanders (former behavioral health commission chair), McKenzie Ewing (district director for Assemblymember Matt Haney), Christopher Ojeda (political science professor), and Joseph San Girardi (former task force member). Chris Hyland also spoke late. After public comment, President Mandelman moved to forward the following nominees: Lila Lahood (seat 2), Maxine Anderson (seat 5), Matthew Donahue (seat 6), Matthew Yankee (seat 7), Christopher Ojeda (seat 8), McKenzie Ewing (seat 9), and Joseph San Girardi (seat 10). Seats 1 (Dean Schmidt, not present) and 3 (Saul Sugarman, withdrawn) were left for future action. The motion passed unanimously. - Item 4 – Ordinance Amending Administrative Code on Settlement of Claims and Lawsuits: President Mandelman introduced the ordinance, which raises the City Attorney's delegated settlement authority from $25,000 to $100,000—the first adjustment in 40 years. He noted that from 2020 to 2025, 40% of settlements presented to the board fell between $25,000 and $100,000, creating unnecessary delays. The ordinance requires annual reporting to the board on settlements between $25,000 and $100,000, preserving transparency. It also updates and modernizes claims procedures. Vice Chair Scherrow thanked the City Attorney's Office for their work. The committee voted unanimously to forward the ordinance. - Item 5 – Ordinance Exempting Rent Board Members from Term Limits: President Mandelman explained that the ordinance corrects an inadvertent omission from a previous Prop E commission streamlining ordinance. The task force had recommended no term limits for the Rent Board, but the enacted ordinance did not include that exception. This legislation restores the original intent. The committee voted unanimously to forward the ordinance. Key Outcomes - Item 1: Motion to forward the appointment of Malia Chavez to the Planning Commission with a positive recommendation passed unanimously (Walton, Scherrow, Mandelman ayes). - Item 2: Motion to forward the appointment of Christopher Simi to the Sanitation and Streets Commission as a committee report passed unanimously. - Item 3: Motion to forward seven named appointees to the Sunshine Ordinance Task Force (with two seats left open) passed unanimously. - Item 4: Motion to forward the ordinance increasing settlement delegation to $100,000 passed unanimously. - Item 5: Motion to forward the ordinance exempting Rent Board members from term limits passed unanimously. All items are expected to appear on the Board of Supervisors agenda on September 22, 2026.

The Land Use and Transportation Committee of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors met on Monday, September 14, 2026, beginning at 9:45 AM, with Chair Melgar presiding. The clerk announced that public comment would be taken on each agenda item and that written comments could be submitted to the clerk's office. The committee considered three items: signage allowances in mixed-use districts, commercial-to-residential adaptive reuse code amendments, and the Transbay Under Ramp Park project involving the Oscar Alley street vacation and conveyance. Items acted upon during the meeting are expected to appear on the Board of Supervisors Agenda of September 22, 2026, unless otherwise stated. Public Comments & Testimony - No members of the public offered comment on Item 1 (Signs in Mixed Use Districts) or Item 3 (Transbay Under Ramp Park). - Mark Babson, representing Emerald Fund, San Francisco Housing Developers, expressed support for the adaptive reuse legislation (Item 2). He stated that Emerald Fund converted 100 Van Ness Avenue into 418 apartments in 2015 and has worked with the planning department and other city departments to create incentives to bring projects into financial feasibility. He noted the planning department had been forward-looking but additional adjustments were needed, and he supported the modifications to the legislation. Discussion Items Item 1 (File 260679): Planning Code - Signs in Mixed Use Districts Supervisor Dorsey (District 6) presented the ordinance amending the Planning Code to increase the allowable number and size of signs in mixed-use districts on lots over one half acre and in the mixed-use office district south of Townsend Street, affirming the Planning Department's CEQA determination and making required findings. Dorsey expressed support for the legislation, stating that Mission Bay is leading San Francisco's economic recovery and that good signage is part of what makes a commercial area work, particularly in mixed-use areas still working to attract tenants and visitors in the post-pandemic recovery. He acknowledged the committee was taking a narrow approach and noted the city will adapt the code's existing assumptions around signage as new residential districts are created. Planning staff presented the item. The Planning Commission heard the item on July 30, 2026 and unanimously adopted a recommendation of approval. The committee voted by roll call to send the item to the full Board of Supervisors with a positive recommendation. Item 2 (File 260771): Planning Code - Commercial to Residential Adaptive Reuse Supervisor Dorsey presented the ordinance, which builds on prior board actions to facilitate converting underutilized office and commercial space into housing. Dorsey stated that existing code obligations may be incompatible with the physical layout of buildings being converted, and satisfying them can be the difference between a project penciling out and a project never happening. He noted that several new adaptive reuse applications have been submitted and that his office supported the staff recommendations, which were incorporated into version two of the legislation before the committee. The recommended modifications included: waiving the bike parking requirement only where a project does not provide accessory off-street automobile parking; waiving the street frontage requirement for any project providing ground floor accessory off-street parking; and providing that off-street parking and loading requirements in Section 155S shall not apply to any existing off-street parking and loading retained to serve the new residential uses as long as the parking is located within or... (the remainder of the sentence and one additional modification were not captured in the transcript). Staff referenced included Jake Jacob Bentleff of the Office of Economic and Workforce Development and Lily Langwa of the Planning Department. The committee voted to send the item to the full Board of Supervisors with a positive recommendation. Item 3 (File 260873): Transbay Under Ramp Park Project - Oscar Alley Street Vacation and Conveyance Supervisor Dorsey presented the ordinance on behalf of Public Works, the Office of Community Investment and Infrastructure (OCII), and the Transbay Joint Powers Authority (TJPA) to facilitate construction of the Under Ramp Park (East Cut Sports and Dog Park), an approximately two-and-a-half-acre public open space planned beneath and around the elevated bus ramp connecting the Salesforce Transit Center to I-80, spanning the blocks between the Transit Center and Folsom Street. The park is a long-planned public amenity identified in multiple city-approved frameworks and essential to the neighborhood's open space network. Planned amenities include multi-sport courts for pickleball, basketball, and soccer; a roughly 20,000-square-foot dog park; a pavilion and amphitheater with retail space; a lawn; and an outdoor fitness area. The ordinance requests: vacation and conveyance of Oscar Alley, a small paper street above the Transbay bus off-ramp, to the TJPA for a nominal fee, with the area found not necessary for city use, containing no utilities, and exempt surplus property under the California Surplus Lands Act; waiver of the Administrative Code Chapter 23 appraisal requirement; sidewalk width changes on Folsom Street between Essex and Second Streets and on Clementina Street between First and Second Streets, including narrowing the sidewalk to create an ADA-accessible passenger loading zone with curb ramps and cutting back the Folsom Street sidewalk to create a 'jog handle' so eastbound bicyclists can turn north into the park when the traffic signal changes; acceptance of a public sidewalk easement from the TJPA; and acceptance of traffic signal infrastructure. Dorsey noted that the board previously vacated the airspace rights over Oscar Alley for the ramp's construction several years ago, and that continued discussions and negotiations with the TJPA since introduction prompted additional amendments circulated in revised legislation, but the overall concept remained unchanged. A motion was made to amend the legislation as described in the revised legislation and continue the item to the September 21, 2026 committee meeting. Key Outcomes - Item 1 (Signs in Mixed Use Districts): Forwarded to the full Board of Supervisors with a positive recommendation following a roll call vote. - Item 2 (Commercial to Residential Adaptive Reuse): Forwarded to the full Board of Supervisors with a positive recommendation. - Item 3 (Transbay Under Ramp Park): Amended as described in the revised legislation and continued to the September 21, 2026 Land Use and Transportation Committee meeting. - Items acted upon are expected to appear on the Board of Supervisors Agenda of September 22, 2026, unless otherwise stated. Note: The agenda also listed numerous items under 'Legislation Under the 30-Day Rule,' including landmark designation ordinances for properties such as the Transamerica Pyramid, Presidio Theatre, Vesuvio Cafe, Finocchio's, and the First AME Zion Church, as well as an item on noncomplying unpermitted residential yard structures. These items were not addressed in the portion of the meeting captured by the available transcript.

The San Francisco Planning Commission met on Thursday, September 10, 2026, to consider several items, including a planning code amendment to align mezzanine definitions between the planning and building codes, and a major downtown project at 536 Mission Street involving a new tower with office, laboratory, or residential uses. The Commission also heard general public comment and received updates on tenant protection policies. Director's Announcements - Planning Director Sarah Dennis Phillips announced a package of tenant protection measures proposed by the mayor's office and several supervisors, including tenant right to counsel, increased Ellis Act payments, and a "know your rights" campaign. Public Comments & Testimony - General Public Comment: Georgia Shudish spoke about 525 28th Street, a project approved in 2012 that she argued should have been reviewed as a demolition under Section 317. She showed photos and price history, and urged closer coordination between Planning and DBI to catch such scope-of-work issues at intake. - Item 5 (536 Mission Street): - Eddie Reyes, President of Iron Workers Local 377, expressed strong support for the project, citing its concentration of development near transit, commitment to local registered apprentices and union trades, and potential for retail and housing. He urged approval with conditions. - Adam Van Water, Executive Director of the Transbay Joint Powers Authority, supported the project as a key part of the Transit Center District Plan, noting it would contribute to the community facilities district and help bring Caltrain and high-speed rail to Salesforce Transit Center. - Taylor Jance, CFO of Golden Gate University, expressed support, explaining that selling the site allowed GGU to right-size its footprint and invest in modern education delivery. He supported allocating the full available office allocation. Discussion Items Item 4: Story Count and Mezzanines - Planning Code Amendment (File No. 260709) - Rainell Cooper, legislative aide for Supervisor Mahmood, introduced the ordinance to align the planning code's mezzanine definition (currently 33.3% floor area threshold) with the building code (50% threshold under certain conditions like sprinklers). This would resolve inconsistencies causing delays and confusion. - Staff planner Tate Hanna recommended approval with modifications to reference building code exemptions, ensuring alignment in all cases. He noted potential minor impacts on ground-floor retail in neighborhood commercial districts. - Commissioners praised the coordination between Planning and DBI. Commissioner Sow asked about PDR districts and live-work uses; staff confirmed the change could apply there as well. Item 5: 536 Mission Street - Downtown Project Authorization, Office Development Authorization, and Shadow Findings - Staff planner Rebecca Salgado presented the project: demolition of existing Golden Gate University buildings and construction of a 46-story tower with two variants: (1) a commercial variant (700 ft, 1.22 million sq ft) with office and lab space, and (2) an office/residential variant (649 ft, 992,000 sq ft) with 385 residential units. Both include ground-floor retail, POPOS (privately owned public open space) on Ecker Street, and improvements to Jesse Street. The department recommended approval with conditions and an office allocation of 555,390 sq ft. - Project sponsor Brandon Wong (Lincoln Property Company) emphasized the need for the full available office allocation of 813,214 sq ft to give confidence to invest tens of millions in design and pre-construction. He stated the all-office variant is the focus due to higher office rents and lower construction costs; the mixed-use variant does not pencil today. - Architect Mark Schwettman (SOM) detailed the design: a tapered tower with a 40-foot-high base, cantilevered canopy, and extensive public realm improvements. Ecker Street would be pedestrianized and maintained as POPOS for the life of the project. - A key debate centered on office allocation. Staff explained that granting the full 813,214 sq ft would exhaust the current Prop M office allocation bank, potentially blocking other projects like 50 Main Street (seeking 350,000 sq ft) and limiting future allocations due to debt payments. The October 2026 net new allocation was projected at only about 20,000 sq ft after prior commitments. The director reminded commissioners of their July policy prioritizing projects that include residential. - Commissioner Coppel moved to approve with the full 813,214 sq ft allocation; the motion failed 2-4 (Commissioners Coppel and McGarry in favor; Chen, McDonald, Sow, and President Campbell against). - Commissioner Chen then moved to approve the staff recommendation of 555,390 sq ft; the motion passed unanimously 6-0. Key Outcomes - Item 4 (Mezzanine Code Amendment): Approved unanimously (6-0) with staff modifications to reference building code exemptions. The ordinance will align planning and building code mezzanine definitions. - Item 5 (536 Mission Street): Approved unanimously (6-0) with the staff-recommended office allocation of 555,390 sq ft. The Commission approved both variants (commercial and office/residential) with conditions, allowing the project sponsor to seek additional Prop M allocation in the future when available. Shadow findings were also approved, as previously recommended by the Recreation and Park Commission. - Item 6 (288 Pacheco Street – Discretionary Review): Withdrawn prior to the meeting.