What happened on Wednesday, 05 January 2022
San Francisco County, California
Department of Public Health applies for continued Ryan White funding for HIV services.
Nueces County, Texas
ABM and county public works reported the county-wide energy-savings project is roughly 60% complete, with major work at the fairgrounds and McKenzie Annex nearly finished and outstanding punch-list items at the courthouse and jail. Commissioners directed ABM to price four prioritized substitution projects as alternatives to a planned amphitheater.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The Board of Appeals voted 5-0 to deny an appeal from CityView Restaurant challenging Chinatown Community Development Center’s seismic retrofit permit (issued 10/29/2021), after testimony from counsel, the permit holder, DBI and the project engineer about code changes and engineering rationale.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners authorize funding to support older adults facing eviction and boost housing stability.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The San Francisco Historic Preservation Commission voted unanimously to continue meeting remotely through January, citing city guidance and possible return to City Hall in March.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners vote unanimously to maximize telecommuting in response to COVID-19 surge
Nueces County, Texas
County consultants will bring prioritization tables for an ARPA workshop after staff finalizes a lost-revenue calculation (about $3.5M first year). Commissioners approved interim decisions including premium pay and moving forward on public works equipment orders totaling roughly $1.9 million, with a requirement to present a drainage plan.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The San Francisco Board of Appeals voted 5-0 to deny a neighbor’s appeal of a permit for a seasonal patio awning at 2736 Twentieth Street, finding the permit had been properly issued; the board and city agencies noted no citations from AB C or the Entertainment Commission but encouraged mitigation and neighbor outreach.
San Francisco County, California
Supervisor Peskin seeks a one-month delay to engage community feedback on shelter project.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Jatzel Martinez recognized for supporting vulnerable residents and preventing evictions in San Francisco
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for 461 Second Street (Clock Tower Building) on condition that staff have discretion over alternative roofing materials and that replacement windows use a 3-over-3 light configuration; the motion passed 5–1.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commission approves teleconference meetings and commences closed session for leadership appointment.
Nueces County, Texas
County public health officials reported a sharp Omicron-driven rise in cases and hospitalizations, expanded daily testing sites and urged residents to follow new CDC isolation guidance. Officials said testing capacity was being increased and treatments remain limited.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commission votes to continue remote meetings for public safety and participation rights.
San Francisco County, California
The committee heard hours of presentations and public comment on HSH's proposed 250-person semi-congregate shelter at 711 Post Street operated by Urban Alchemy; supervisors and neighbors called for more meaningful community engagement and examination of purchase vs. lease options. The committee agreed to continue the item to Feb. 2 for a targeted working-group process.
Utah County Commission Meeting Minutes, Utah County Commission, Utah County Commission and Boards, Utah County, Utah
Karen Allen recognized for outstanding HR efforts and dedication at Utah County.
San Francisco County, California
Public Health secures $3M grant for Care Coordination and Transitions Management Project
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
At a special Jan. 5 meeting the San Francisco Building Inspection Commission adopted findings under AB 361 to continue remote meetings for 30 days, convened a closed session to discuss the appointment of the Department of Building Inspection director, and voted not to disclose closed-session discussions.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioner Masuda encourages assessing metal roofing options for the historically significant tower.
San Francisco County, California
City leaders explore increasing mental health facility capacity amid Tenderloin public health crisis
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
San Francisco plans to raise IHSS wages following contract negotiations and CPI adjustments.
Utah County Commission Meeting Minutes, Utah County Commission, Utah County Commission and Boards, Utah County, Utah
Utah County recognizes Karen for her outstanding contributions to the HR team.
San Francisco County, California
The committee accepted the Budget and Legislative Analyst's recommendation to reduce the proposed increase to the LanguageLine telephonic interpretation services contract to a not-to-exceed amount of $11,694,000, and forwarded the amended resolution to the full Board.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commission adopts amendments to rules focusing on racial and social equity in representation.
San Francisco County, California
Committee votes to accept funding for Twin Peaks trail enhancements and habitat protection.
Utah County Commission Meeting Minutes, Utah County Commission, Utah County Commission and Boards, Utah County, Utah
Officials aim to effectively allocate ARPA funds for long-term citizen benefits and planning.
San Francisco County, California
The committee accepted a BLA recommendation to reduce the proposed not-to-exceed amount for the Health Advocates contract for uncompensated-care recovery and forwarded the amended resolution to the full Board with a positive recommendation.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
California promotes elder and disability advocacy with Seron's council appointment for justice initiatives.
Utah County Commission Meeting Minutes, Utah County Commission, Utah County Commission and Boards, Utah County, Utah
Commissioners approve amendments for farm caretaker dwellings and elect new chair and vice chair.
San Francisco County, California
Committee approves amendment for grant agreement funding Twin Peaks trail improvements.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commission grants approval for renovations at 461 Second Street, altering roofing and windows.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
California enhances IHSS and HomeSafe programs to support vulnerable populations during the pandemic.
San Francisco County, California
The committee forwarded a resolution to amend the Department of Public Health's contract with a psychiatric skilled nursing provider, increasing the not-to-exceed amount by about $18.2 million (to ~$27.9M) and extending the term through June 30, 2028; DPH said the facility helps free acute inpatient beds by serving the most medically complex psychiatric patients.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Staff advises approval of project conforming to planning code and preservation standards.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Additional funding will enhance digital literacy and access programs in San Francisco.
San Francisco County, California
The committee voted to forward to the full Board a resolution to amend the city's contract with the San Francisco Public Health Foundation, adding approximately $10.6 million (bringing the total to ~ $20 million) to continue community health engagement and COVID response work through Dec. 31, 2024.
San Francisco County, California
Committee approves amended contract extension for health advocates through December 2023.
Utah County Commission Meeting Minutes, Utah County Commission, Utah County Commission and Boards, Utah County, Utah
Provo leaders call for science-based legislative changes to improve Utah Lake management.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Deputy Director Dan Kaplan and DAS leadership detailed a roughly $271 million DAS budget, with $154 million for the IHSS maintenance-of-effort local share, $91 million for IHSS worker health benefits and $43 million for COVID food coordination; commissioners praised the clarity and asked for further planning, with a Feb. 2 follow-up scheduled.
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Conserv Utah Valley seeks local support against privatization of crucial Utah Lake ecosystem.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
CCDC argues CityView's appeal obstructs necessary safety improvements for seismic work.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The commission unanimously adopted a resolution to continue meeting remotely through January, with staff noting possible return to City Hall as early as March pending mayoral and city administrator guidance.
San Francisco County, California
Air District plans to equip San Francisco with $100K in air filtration units for wildfires.
Utah County Commission Meeting Minutes, Utah County Commission, Utah County Commission and Boards, Utah County, Utah
The Utah County commission unanimously adopted an amendment to farm caretaker dwelling rules, approved a surplus property gift to Deputy Garcia, and voted to make Commissioner Sakovich chair with Commissioner Gardner as vice chair effective at the meeting’s conclusion.
San Francisco County, California
San Francisco's Department of Emergency Management accepts $100K in air filtration units for wildfires.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The San Francisco Historic Preservation Commission unanimously adopted an amendment adding a racial and social equity statement to its rules and regulations, directing staff to seek diverse participation and recommending appointment practices reflecting city diversity.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The Department of Disability and Aging Services Commission voted Jan. 5 to adopt findings allowing continued teleconference meetings under AB 361 and approved modifications to grants for SF Connected ($67,230 additional) and the Institute on Aging HomeSafe program ($3.32 million additional).
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Presley requests revocation of patio awning permit due to amplified noise affecting homes.
Utah County Commission Meeting Minutes, Utah County Commission, Utah County Commission and Boards, Utah County, Utah
County staff briefed commissioners on a 10‑year capital improvement program and a 2022–24 capital improvement plan totaling roughly $98.7 million over ten years and $47 million for the next three years, emphasized ARPA eligibility and the need to obligate funds by early 2024, and flagged one unresolved electrical upgrade for an HVAC project.
Judge postpones Mark Allen's case to February 9 due to potential conflict of interest.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
CCDC addresses issues with CityView's seismic retrofit plans due to code compliance changes.
Utah County Commission Meeting Minutes, Utah County Commission, Utah County Commission and Boards, Utah County, Utah
Representatives of Conserv Utah Valley and BYU researchers warned the Utah County commissioners that a for‑profit proposal to create private islands and transfer lake bed could harm ecology and rely on uncertain private and public financing; they asked the county to press state lawmakers for amendments to House Bill 272.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The San Francisco Historic Preservation Commission on Jan. 5 approved a certificate of appropriateness for the Clock Tower Building at 461 Second Street, delegating final roofing decisions to staff while requiring a 3-over-3 window light configuration. The measure passed 5–1 after debate over historic appearance and manufacturing constraints.
San Francisco County, California
Board of Supervisors approves contract amendment to enhance community health engagement funding.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The commission voted unanimously to amend its rules and regulations to add a racial and social equity section, directing staff to seek diverse representation and reasonable accommodations at public meetings.
San Francisco County, California
The grant will strengthen the Office of Coordinated Care's mental health services and telehealth.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Community members call for approval of Lost Horizon's awning to support local business.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Permit approved for outdoor patio framing despite noise complaints from nearby residents.
A Fourth District Court judge continued the waiver hearing in State of Utah v. Mark Allen to Feb. 9 after defense counsel said an alleged victim has sued Utah County Attorney David Levitt and moved to disqualify the county attorney's office; the state stated it had no objection.
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A Utah court continued the waiver hearing in State of Utah v. Mark Allen (case no. 211401656) to Feb. 9 after defense counsel said the alleged victim had sued County Attorney David Levitt and signaled a motion to disqualify the county attorney's office; the state said it had no objection.