What happened on Tuesday, 02 November 2021
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commission endorses vaccination policy emphasizing health and community responsibility.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners vote to address nightlife assistance report before shared spaces update.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The commission approved a consent item (Sewell Bar and Lounge LLP) and two regular-agenda permits (a place-of-entertainment permit with outdoor amplified sound and extended hours for 177 Eddy; a POE for Tai Sho at 1161 Post Street), all with staff-recommended conditions and unanimous roll-call votes.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioner Chow emphasizes need for tailored obesity definitions in Asian populations.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
OCII staff presented a workshop on seven Community Facilities Districts, outlining roughly $18.8 million in 2022 expenditures, $37.4 million in unappropriated fund balance across CFDs and per-district fund balances and work plans; staff will return with updated budgets and long-range projections.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners propose naloxone training to combat drug overdose crisis in nightlife settings.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Health officials outline vaccine access strategy for 5 to 11 year olds in San Francisco.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Eric Raffin joins California's data sharing agreement subcommittee to influence statewide policy.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Office of Economic and Workforce Development staff briefed the commission on state and local assistance: a $150 million California Venues Grant Program, ERTC tax-credit outreach, storefront vandalism relief, and the Venue Fund's online donations and anticipated second-round grants in January.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The commission adopted Resolution 39-2021 requiring OCII employees to be fully vaccinated and to report vaccination status; staff reported 38 fully vaccinated, 2 partially vaccinated and 1 unvaccinated employee; the policy delegates implementation to the executive director and passed 4–0 with one absence.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Deputy director reported 94 sound complaints since the last meeting and said inspectors measured violations at Edinburgh Castle and Gestalt, leading to citations; staff warned repeat violations could lead to permit reconditioning or suspension.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioner Chow addresses language needs for vaccine outreach among immigrant children.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Board of Supervisors extends parklet fee waivers and pandemic program rules for businesses.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioner Chow and team recognize efforts of San Francisco's pandemic response personnel
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
City staff outlined a phased transition of the pandemic-era shared spaces program, including fee waivers through 2022, renewed permit requirements by Dec. 31 and new life-safety inspections; round-two compliance grants are open and round-three arts grants are planned.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The Commission on Community Investment and Infrastructure voted to continue teleconference meetings, adopting findings that a state of emergency and local health orders remain in effect; the resolution carried 3–0 with two commissioners absent.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The commission unanimously approved a resolution to allow teleconference meetings under Cal. Gov. Code §54953(e), recommended acceptance of a $10,127 gift of face shields from Sergey Brin, adopted revised commission rules (including land acknowledgement and remote‑meeting language), and approved the consent calendar of contracts described by the Finance & Planning committee.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Dr. Bennett outlines progress on health equity goals and new assessment tools.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commission discusses necessary parklet setback requirements for safety and fire department access.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Laguna Honda physicians raise alarms over compromised patient and staff health data accessibility.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Barry Toronto raises nightclub issues while congratulating Laura Thomas for her community service.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commission discusses revisions to health regulations to support racial equity goals.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Two Laguna Honda physicians told the commission occupational health records in DPH’s Epic system exposed sensitive information (medical encounters, addresses, Social Security numbers); commissioners asked department leadership for a status report and remediation before the next meeting.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
California confirms eligibility for COVID-19 boosters for Moderna and Johnson and Johnson recipients.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
SFMTA assesses parklet compliance and outlines changes for transit and safety needs.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
California grants $150 million for independent venues and promotes business recovery initiatives.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners authorize Department of Public Health to accept $10,127 face shield donation.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
DPH leaders told the Health Commission the city is readying four school‑based sites and partnerships with health systems and pharmacies to offer Pfizer pediatric vaccinations to an estimated 45,000 children once state guidance arrives; they also reviewed updated booster eligibility and data‑tracking plans.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
DPH launches scholarships to encourage youth vaccination while completing first Health Equity Fellowship.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The city prioritizes booster vaccine distributions while ensuring equitable access for vulnerable populations.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
San Francisco launches Round 2 grant applications for shared spaces with equity focus by December 31.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commission votes unanimously to approve Sewell Bar and Lounge's limited live performance permit.
Senator Mitt Romney, Utah Senators and Congress Representatives, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
The Sweden nominee told senators Sweden remains committed to resisting undue influence from China, pointing to court upholding of Huawei and ZTE restrictions and citing Ericsson's $134 million U.S. investment as evidence of continued ties with the United States.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Officials confirm limited tracking of asymptomatic cases and plan for future booster data.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Rick Hanes secures permit for a private dining karaoke venue at 177 Eddy Street.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Officials track and promote second vaccine doses for older adults and Asian communities.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
San Francisco officials issue citations to three venues for exceeding sound limits amid complaints.
Senator Mitt Romney, Utah Senators and Congress Representatives, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
In confirmation questioning, the Switzerland nominee said the country has long-held dialogues with China, urged reestablishing talks paused by COVID, and noted Switzerland had joined criticism over Xi and the Uighurs; the nominee recommended engaging Swiss companies about the risks of doing business in China.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
SF Getting to Zero receives Circle of Excellence Award for urban HIV epidemic efforts.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Health Commission finalizes new contracts to enhance COVID response and data management systems.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners discuss water service in venues and announce fee waivers for new businesses.
Senator Mitt Romney, Utah Senators and Congress Representatives, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
The Slovenia nominee told senators Slovenia is a committed NATO ally but relies on Russia for virtually all natural gas; the nominee highlighted U.S.-Slovenia cooperation on civil nuclear projects and infrastructure initiatives to diversify energy and transport links.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Daryl Honda announces plans to reopen a karaoke restaurant previously owned by the Yamadas.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioner Thomas urged the commission to explore training and stocking naloxone at entertainment venues amid rising overdose deaths; staff said city and state programs already distribute naloxone and agreed to consult the city attorney on potential code changes or incentives.
Senator Mitt Romney, Utah Senators and Congress Representatives, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
During a Senate confirmation hearing, the nominee for Luxembourg said the country signed onto China's Belt and Road Initiative because of broad investment relations and EU ties, and promised to work with Luxembourg to convey U.S. concerns if confirmed.