What happened on Wednesday, 20 October 2021
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commission outlines major policy shifts to enhance housing access for vulnerable populations.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
Organizers secure candy donations and plan poster contest for Clear Lake Trick or Treat event.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Board examines impact of variances on community and structural integrity of neighboring properties.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
City's fiscal year 2021 financial report reveals surplus and reduced spending over budget.
San Francisco County, California
Resolution authorizes issuance of bonds to finance Treasure Island's Improvement Area Number 2.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Presentation details housing element goals, cultural policies, and community engagement processes.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
Committee discusses expanding the Great Holiday Light Fight and business decoration support this year.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioner calls for City Attorney's investigation into long-standing accusations from previous owners
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners evaluate housing policies, redevelopment impacts, and equity considerations in San Francisco.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Resident criticizes lack of public input in controversial fire station project decision-making.
San Francisco County, California
SFPUC's amendment adds battery storage to Blythe Solar, boosting energy delivery efficiency.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
Chamber develops new visitor guide and map for Clear Lake to enhance local tourism.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners uphold permit for four-story home, addressing neighbor's sunlight and plumbing concerns.
San Francisco County, California
Budget & Finance approved forwarding a CAISO planning-coordinator agreement, an SFPUC planning amendment, a DPH software gift, and Treasure Island special-tax bonds to the full Board; the DCYF retroactive-grant item was continued to Oct. 27 for further review.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Mayor signs ordinance requiring permits for construction debris haulers as compliance deadline extended.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners discuss housing growth strategies, legislation gaps, and community inclusivity in San Francisco.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
Participants brainstorm innovative business opportunities to boost Wheaton's economic growth and youth appeal.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
Organizers prepare for Christmas events aiming to avoid scheduling conflicts between communities.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commission unanimously adopts resolution to hold teleconferenced meetings for 30 more days.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
City's new housing plan addresses racial equity, homelessness, and environmental justice challenges.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Zoning administrator grants variances for mixed-use development with new fire station in San Francisco.
San Francisco County, California
Supervisors continued a PUC amendment to add battery storage to the Blythe Solar contract for one week, asking the developer to appear to answer questions about community benefits, project labor agreements and construction commitments; PUC staff warned a delay may affect a resource adequacy filing.
San Francisco County, California
The committee approved an amendment to extend and increase the Human Services Agency grant with the San Francisco Marin Food Bank, endorsing a reduced contingency tied to projected future expenditures and forwarding the item to the full Board with a positive recommendation.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Appellants argue planning commission improperly granted variances for 530 Sandstone project.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
DBI confirms safety of gas lines in 246 buildings under soft story retrofit program.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
City officials discuss organizing a combined Christmas festival and craft event with local vendors.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The Commission unanimously adopted draft minutes for Oct. 6, 2021, and heard public comment from San Franciscans for Urban Nature about noise, diesel fumes and loud music from a temporary observation wheel; Planning staff said they are researching compliance and coordinating with Recreation and Park.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
Chamber members propose bringing back boat shows and other events to engage youth.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Planning staff presented the Housing Element 2022 update’s goals, outreach and a programmatic EIR preservation alternative that aims to reduce impacts to historic resources while meeting housing targets; staff warned the EIR will likely identify significant and unavoidable impacts and commissioners pressed for a faster citywide survey.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
DBI staff reported nine applicants for the permanent director job and said they will begin screening interviews and recommend top candidates in a closed session report to the commission on Nov. 17.
San Francisco County, California
The Budget & Finance Committee voted to forward an ordinance that would exempt deed-restricted rental properties from higher Prop I transfer-tax rates when values meet statutory thresholds, aiming to ease small-sites and preservation acquisitions while carving out an estimated <2% of Prop I revenue.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The Board denied an appeal of a DBI alteration permit at 120 Dorcas Avenue after DBI and Planning staff said the permit was approvable and the permit holder confirmed he would remove the encroachment; the board voted 4–0 to deny the appeal.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The commission unanimously approved amendments to its rules (removing an obsolete court-reporter reference, renumbering a blank procedure and adding 'task forces') and voted to name a new subcommittee 'Client Services' with a mission to improve plan check, inspection, and technology services.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
Clear Lake officials plan to revive holiday decorations and a business trophy competition.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The Board of Appeals denied Rose Fang’s appeal challenging a 4‑story site permit at 1224 Funston Avenue, after the permit holder agreed to remove property‑line windows, provide a separate sewer connection, and replace the shared gate if constructed; Board voted 4–0 to deny the appeal.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
San Francisco Board of Appeals establishes guidelines for public input during meetings.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
DBI told the commission it reduced the original 4,942-buildings soft-story retrofit list to 246 still requiring verification after cross-checking inspection notes, plans and PG&E data; staff expect most cases to be resolved with contractor or utility documentation by year-end.
Utah County Commission Meeting Minutes, Utah County Commission, Utah County Commission and Boards, Utah County, Utah
Commissioners begin meeting with civic participation and community prayer for county needs
Clearlake, Lake County, California
The committee debated whether to concentrate on marketing and business recruitment or run more events directly, discussed funding and banner programs, and flagged infrastructure barriers for larger tourism events such as boat shows and kayak rentals.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
After extended testimony about Proposition K and cumulative ownership transfers, the Board split on a motion to overturn a nonrenewal; the appeal was not granted and the underlying SFMTA hearing officer decision remained in effect by operation of law.
Utah County Commission Meeting Minutes, Utah County Commission, Utah County Commission and Boards, Utah County, Utah
Health Department plans to hire two environmental health scientists to enhance inspection capacity.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners approve permit at 120 Dorcas, leaving neighbor's issues to civil resolution.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
DBI formed an internal audit team to review permit and inspection records for projects linked to staff under investigation; the team will screen files, run tiers of review, conduct site visits where flagged, and provide quarterly updates to the commission.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Department of Building Inspection staff told the commission they've begun implementing the controller's recommendations: hiring a compliance officer, modernizing the permit tracking system and strengthening inspection quality controls, with quarterly progress reports promised.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners uphold Planning Commission's decision on zoning variance for new downtown hotel.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The San Francisco Board of Appeals on Oct. 20 denied appeals of the Planning Commission’s downtown project authorization and the zoning administrator’s variances for the 530 Sansom development, finding the record supported exceptions and the five variance findings and voting 4–0 on both determinations.
Utah County Commission Meeting Minutes, Utah County Commission, Utah County Commission and Boards, Utah County, Utah
Utah County commissioners approve ordinance to facilitate urban farming and preserve local food sources
Clearlake, Lake County, California
Committee members outlined logistics for trunk-or-treat and a student poster contest, agreed to run a Holiday Light Fight with separate residential and commercial divisions, and confirmed a Christmas festival for Dec. 4 at Austin Park from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners unanimously agree to recuse Commissioner McCarthy from the discussion.
Utah County Commission Meeting Minutes, Utah County Commission, Utah County Commission and Boards, Utah County, Utah
Commissioners approve funding for Vivian Park master plan despite current budget constraints.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Split vote upholds SFMTA hearing officer's decision on medallion permit renewal.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commission receives request to ensure Recreation and Park Department meets commitments.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Fire Chief DeWitt supports moving the fire station to improve design and funding for housing.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners fail to grant jurisdiction as vote results in 3 to 1 against.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Catherine Howard urges the Historic Preservation Commission to address noise and fumes issues.
2021 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
Senate meets to confirm governor's appointments since the last legislative session.
Utah County Commission Meeting Minutes, Utah County Commission, Utah County Commission and Boards, Utah County, Utah
The commission authorized upgrading two environmental health technician positions to environmental health scientist level to hire experienced candidates immediately; staff said the change can be funded from existing departmental lines for the remainder of the year and will be reflected in next year’s budget.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Chang alleges errors led to improper recording of liens against the property in 2021.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Planning officials discuss housing recovery and technology access challenges post-pandemic.
Utah County Commission Meeting Minutes, Utah County Commission, Utah County Commission and Boards, Utah County, Utah
The commission authorized a $27,000 contract with FFKR Architects to prepare a Vivian Park master plan; commissioners agreed to use available TRCC lump-sum funds and to monitor construction timing and safety concerns raised by rising park visitation.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners review public support and concerns for mixed-use project including hotel and fire station.
2021 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
In a special session Oct. 20, 2021, the Utah Senate adopted session rules and confirmed two groups of gubernatorial appointees by roll-call votes, including nominees to the State Tax Commission and the Board of Pardons and Parole; vote tallies were 28-0-1 and 27-0-2.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The Board of Supervisors advanced the EGLE ordinance and discussed future housing policies.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Permit holder aims to remove downspout encroaching on neighbor's property amid disputes.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The San Francisco Abatement Appeals Board voted unanimously to adopt findings under Assembly Bill 361 allowing the board to continue holding meetings via teleconference for the next 30 days, citing the ongoing COVID‑19 state of emergency and the need to protect public health while preserving statutory and constitutional rights.
San Francisco County, California
Supervisors move Prop I funding initiative to full board with unanimous support.
Utah County Commission Meeting Minutes, Utah County Commission, Utah County Commission and Boards, Utah County, Utah
Utah County commissioners approved ordinance amendments adopting state urban farming provisions, saying the fiscal impact is small and the changes aim to preserve local food production; commissioners asked staff to review tax-assessment questions raised by a landowner.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Colleagues remember Eddie Green for his humor, dedication, and contributions to DBI.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Board unanimously dismisses meritless appeal against long-planned development project in San Francisco.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
City establishes 150,000 unit target over 30 years to meet housing demand and inclusivity.
San Francisco County, California
Ordinance seeks to exempt transfers of affordable housing over $5M from increased tax rates.
Senator Mitt Romney, Utah Senators and Congress Representatives, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
During a Senate confirmation exchange, an unnamed senator accused China of seeking global dominance and alleged human-rights abuses; the ambassador nominee said U.S.-China relations are different than in prior decades, stressed channels to avoid accidental conflict, and urged working closely with allies.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
DDI progresses on reforms targeting management, compliance, inspections, and transparency initiatives.
San Francisco County, California
City extends grant agreement by six months and increases funding to support food distribution.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Council greenlights construction of Fire Station 13 and mixed-use high-rise on Sansom Street.