What happened on Wednesday, 12 May 2021
San Francisco County, California
William Jake shares insights on his 28-year experience living in District 8.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Fire department enhances training and response strategies during busy month of community outreach.
San Francisco County, California
Resident advocates for defunding SFPD and investing in community resources instead.
Senate, Committees, Legislative, Puerto Rico, International
Represa Cerrillo supplies 19 million gallons daily, addressing water needs in the area.
San Francisco County, California
The Budget & Legislative Analyst presented options to shift some non‑violent police functions to civilian or automated programs, including reallocating traffic enforcement and developing civilian responses for many homeless or mental‑health 911 calls. Supervisors pressed agencies on staffing, operational details and racial‑disparity data; public comment was strongly divided.
Utah County Commission Meeting Minutes, Utah County Commission, Utah County Commission and Boards, Utah County, Utah
The county fire marshal proposed amendments to eave-protection rules to allow noncombustible alternatives and approved fire‑rated vents; Utah County Fire Chief and state fire management officials warned of a likely severe fire season, discussed staffing, equipment and the need to update cooperative agreements.
San Francisco County, California
SFPD discusses traffic company role and evaluates alternatives for mental health and homelessness calls.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Kidsave SF organizes public support for enhancing Slow Streets to improve safety for children.
Senate, Committees, Legislative, Puerto Rico, International
Department of Natural and Environmental Resources official Edgardo Contreras told a Senate infrastructure committee that Cerrillos reservoir is operating within design parameters and does not need immediate dredging, while senators urged action on Lago Dos Bocas; the Río Grande de Arecibo channelization has about $174 million in federal funding and is expected to begin in 2023.
Utah County Commission Meeting Minutes, Utah County Commission, Utah County Commission and Boards, Utah County, Utah
The commission unanimously approved an application to waive penalties and interest (but not taxes) for a taxpayer who said payments were mailed together on Oct. 24 but were not all received until later; staff cited gaps in verification but recommended leniency. Approved item 11 moved to consent.
San Francisco County, California
The Budget & Appropriations Committee advanced two measures to fund a three‑month Free Muni pilot starting July 1, 2021, and approved amendments increasing the supplemental appropriation to cover paratransit and higher ridership estimates. SFMTA officials warned the board about operator shortages and potential crowding effects; the measures were continued for further consideration.
San Francisco County, California
Activists urge San Francisco officials to divert SFPD funds to community services and care.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
City secures funding to acquire Prologis property while advancing community wellness response initiatives.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
City leaders examine usage data and property value implications of slow streets in San Francisco.
San Francisco County, California
City plans to purchase Youth Navigation Center and convert buildings into supportive housing.
Senate, Committees, Legislative, Puerto Rico, International
Triple A removes sediment from Eloísa reservoir, vital for San Juan's water supply.
San Francisco County, California
Supervisor Haney questions high personnel costs despite jail closures in San Francisco Sheriff's budget
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Chief Johnson discusses CPR training programs conducted at San Francisco International Airport.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commission discusses Slow Streets program with director Tomlin and its effects on firefighting.
San Francisco County, California
Department of Public Health invests in behavioral health projects to enhance client care.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
SFMTA partners with fire department to enhance traffic safety and emergency response efficiency.
San Francisco County, California
Officials address staffing shortages and overtime after the closure of County Jail 4.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Community members urge SFMTA to solidify Slow Streets initiative for safer public spaces.
San Francisco County, California
Committee moves forward with resolutions for 2020 health and recovery bond sales.
Senate, Committees, Legislative, Puerto Rico, International
Agency witnesses told a Senate commission that sedimentation has sharply reduced reservoir storage across Puerto Rico, with Dos Bocas losing roughly 70% capacity; officials outlined multi‑hundred‑million dollar cost estimates, proposed phased and perpetual dredging programs, and said funding and Corps of Engineers permits remain major constraints.
San Francisco County, California
Supervisors unanimously back initiative to restore transit access and support low-income residents.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioner Acasio seeks clarification on EMS and suppression call statistics from April report
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
SFMTA director shares experiences from 16 months in position.
Senate, Committees, Legislative, Puerto Rico, International
Officials discuss urgency of federal funding for maintenance as Luma prepares to take control.
San Francisco County, California
Committee members discuss funding and implications of a proposed Free Muni pilot starting July.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Ambulance staff begin shifts at new Station 49 with upcoming ribbon cutting planned.
San Francisco County, California
Supervisor emphasizes need for data tracking on Hummingbird program participants post-discharge
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Fire Marshal DeCocio reports increased response times despite reduced traffic during COVID-19.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The Fire Commission unanimously adopted the minutes of its April 28 meeting and adjourned the May meeting in memory of firefighter Steven Brantley after a moment of remembrance; no substantive votes on policy were taken at the May session.
San Francisco County, California
City funds new pipeline construction to enhance firefighting water supply on West Side.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The fourth unit of the Street Crisis Response Team launches on May 10 this year.
San Francisco County, California
Public comments vary between supporting police funding and advocating for community services and mental health.
Senate, Committees, Legislative, Puerto Rico, International
Funcionarios de la autoridad detallaron en comisión que 11 de 20 represas recibieron asignación de FEMA por aproximadamente $192 millones; ofrecieron batimetrías y advirtieron que la entrada de Luma cambiará la administración presupuestaria pero, dijeron, no los 'recursos de agua'. La comisión pidió los documentos en cinco días.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
SFMTA officials briefed the Fire Commission on the 40-mile Slow Streets network, materials changes and ongoing data collection; fire leadership said measured response times rose by 5'to'30 seconds in eight tracked neighborhoods and commissioners pressed for continued coordination and design changes to preserve emergency access.
San Francisco County, California
Public Works seeks approval for funding street repairs and emergency fire facilities in San Francisco.
Utah County Commission Meeting Minutes, Utah County Commission, Utah County Commission and Boards, Utah County, Utah
Commissioners evaluate the need for a second justice court judge due to rising case numbers.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners express concerns about Slow Streets affecting emergency response times in San Francisco.
San Francisco County, California
Police chief discusses disparities in traffic stops between Black and white San Franciscans.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Chief Janine Nicholson told the Fire Commission the City may take a purchase option on Prologis'owned property at 1236 Carroll Avenue that would lock the purchase price at $38,500,000 and cost the department $15,000 a month for up to 12 months while CEQA and state-lands issues are resolved. The chief also reviewed community-paramedicine expansions, retirements and a recent line-of-duty death.
Utah County Commission Meeting Minutes, Utah County Commission, Utah County Commission and Boards, Utah County, Utah
Utah County fire team outlines strategies for addressing the upcoming wildfire season amid drought.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
City officials discuss systemic challenges and resource needs for homelessness and mental healthcare.
San Francisco County, California
Speakers advocate reallocating funds from police to community services like CART in San Francisco.
San Francisco County, California
City allocates funds to develop 145 to 175 new mental health beds to address overcrowding.
San Francisco County, California
Board extends respite program contract with Baker Places by five years and $17M.
Utah County Commission Meeting Minutes, Utah County Commission, Utah County Commission and Boards, Utah County, Utah
After debate over short notice for budget amendments and staff capacity, the commission voted to continue the public hearing and a resolution to amend the 2021 budget and revenue estimates to May 26 at 2:00 p.m.; commissioners called for more time and stakeholder consultation.
San Francisco County, California
The Budget & Finance Committee voted to send a package of bond actions to the full Board, including a first sale request of up to $425 million for the 2020 Health & Recovery GO bond, final issuance of $122.8 million for 2014 transportation bonds, and a $90 million sale for the 2020 Earthquake Safety and Emergency Response bond.
Utah County Commission Meeting Minutes, Utah County Commission, Utah County Commission and Boards, Utah County, Utah
Officials discussed beginning the process to add a second justice court judge after the office reported an increase of about 800 filings in late 2020; commissioners asked for historical caseload data and budget details before committing.
San Francisco County, California
The Budget & Finance Committee approved forwarding to the full Board a five-year amendment increasing Baker Places' Hummingbird respite contract by $17.2 million (total not to exceed $27.2M); committee added an amendment requiring the Department of Public Health to report back in one year with metrics on referrals, stays and discharge destinations.
San Francisco County, California
The Budget & Finance Committee voted to forward to the full Board a TEFRA resolution permitting issuance of up to $20 million in conduit revenue obligations through the California Enterprise Development Authority to finance Alta Vista School projects in San Francisco.