What happened on Thursday, 07 April 2022
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Planners highlight 43000 vacant units and funding challenges for affordable housing development.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
Council members gather to discuss city matters and pay tribute to local heroes.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
During public comment at the April 7 Clearlake council meeting, resident Tony Sarkis alleged Officer Diaz physically blocked and touched him while he filmed a tow on a public street and urged Chief White to train officers on public photography and First Amendment protections; the council heard the allegation but no departmental response was recorded during the meeting.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
City leaders emphasize need for more affordable housing and faster construction approvals
Clearlake, Lake County, California
Council rejects Evendinio Construction bid and seeks $2 million for sports complex funding.
San Francisco County, California
Paul Bowden from Western Regional Advocacy Project highlights San Francisco's homeless initiatives history.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Community leaders push for true equity in San Francisco's housing element and public engagement.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Advocates call for permanent supportive housing and improved entry systems for the unhoused.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
Council authorizes contract with Chernow Excavating for demolishing vacant commercial property.
San Francisco County, California
Public calls for reinstating shelter grievance policy to protect homeless residents' rights.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
Clearlake’s council on April 7 approved a resolution to seek up to $2 million in federal community-project funds for the Burns Valley Sports Complex, authorized a $53,439 demolition contract for a blighted Lakeshore Drive property, approved creation of a public-works construction project manager and benefit amendments, and authorized the sale of a small city parcel; the council unanimously rejected a single high splash-pad bid and directed a rebid.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Housing advocates push for reforms to combat displacement and promote affordable housing in San Francisco.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Planning commission addresses community frustration and initiates broader conversations on equity issues.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Neighborsclaim new addition violates design guidelines, affects light and privacy.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
Council recognizes outstanding police employees and adopts funding resolution for sports complex.
San Francisco County, California
Committee Chair Borra calls for legislation to protect rights of shelter residents.
Fountain Hills Unified School, School Districts, Arizona
The board accepted the resignation of Kelly Glass and approved a separation agreement after returning from executive session; the action was moved and approved by voice vote with no opposition recorded in the transcript.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
Council votes unanimously to demolish the deteriorating Lakeshore Inn amid preservation efforts.
San Francisco County, California
Board President Shimon Walton leads initiative to codify shelter grievance policies in San Francisco.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
San Francisco's housing plan aims to rectify racial disparities and increase affordable housing access.
Fountain Hills Unified School, School Districts, Arizona
The board voted to begin a search to fill the superintendent vacancy, authorizing posting as soon as the next day and targeting selection in roughly May; members asked staff to investigate whether prior applicants can be included without reapplying.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Eileen Vulcan reports HCD's methodology leads to significant overcount in housing units.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners and Director Davis discuss ongoing efforts in housing development and community engagement.
San Francisco County, California
Advocates urge city committee to pass legislation ensuring rights of shelter residents.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
City officials announce upcoming events to boost community engagement and local business support.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The ordinance aims to permit adult venues in historic LGBTQ neighborhoods of San Francisco.
Senator Mitt Romney, Utah Senators and Congress Representatives, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
At a Senate confirmation hearing, senators praised nominees to key allied posts and pressed nominees on U.S. strategy toward China and recent shifts in Philippine policy, highlighting military ties such as the Balikatan exercises and cooperation within the Quad.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Cohen emphasizes housing solutions and community collaboration to address homelessness crisis.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
Lake County reports 201 assault survivors as community campaigns to support victims and raise awareness.
San Francisco County, California
Local supervisors support legislation ensuring due process for vulnerable homeless individuals.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The commission approved a discretionary review allowing a 3‑story rear addition to a 1923 two‑family building to add two accessory dwelling units. Neighbors objected citing privacy, light and an irregular lot pattern; staff and the commission concluded the project met code and approved it unanimously.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
Clear Lake designates April 2022 for raising awareness on child abuse and assault prevention.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The Planning Commission voted unanimously to forward a planning code amendment that defines and principally permits 'adult sexual venues' (operating under Health Code Article 47 standards) in the Castro, parts of SoMa, the Tenderloin and other cultural districts, with technical amendments recommended by staff.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Residents criticize planning commission for denial of housing units and lack of communication.
San Francisco County, California
Supervisors urge reinstatement of shelter grievance policy to protect residents' rights.
Blackstone-Millville, School Boards, Massachusetts
The committee was told a fire pump at Millville Elementary failed inspection and the district has placed a 24‑hour watch on the building while a smaller pump maintains limited sprinkler coverage; administration expects a repair imminently and said alarms remain functional.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
City council authorizes sale of vacant land to adjacent property owners on Lake Shore Drive.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Planning Department staff presented the draft 2022 Housing Element, which proposes rezoning, equity‑focused actions including a reparations framework, and a target to expand capacity by ~20,000 units. Public commenters and commissioners pressed staff on funding gaps, pipeline assumptions and protections for rent‑controlled units.
San Francisco County, California
Committee approves resolution for mayoral support of Excelsior Community Benefit District creation.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Members urge planning officials to enhance housing policies for equity and infrastructure support.
Blackstone-Millville, School Boards, Massachusetts
At its April 7 meeting the Blackstone‑Millville School Committee elected Aaron Venaco chair, Tammy Lemieux vice chair and approved several appointments and a youth-soccer field use request (subject to resolving conflicts with football). Several motions were approved by voice or roll call; consent items passed with abstentions.
Blackstone-Millville, School Boards, Massachusetts
The school committee voted unanimously April 7 to submit a Mass. School Building Authority statement of interest for the Blackstone‑Millville high school, moving forward with priorities for systems modernization and building replacement/addition while removing 'priority one' language from the draft.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Director Shaw outlines advocacy for affordable housing funding amidst state challenges.
San Francisco County, California
The Government Audit and Oversight Committee voted to send an ordinance to the full Board that would codify a 30‑year shelter grievance policy, reinstating a formal appeals process advocates say was suspended during the COVID response and left some shelter guests without recourse.
San Francisco County, California
The Government Audit and Oversight Committee voted to recommend to the full Board a resolution authorizing the mayor to sign petitions supporting formation of an Excelsior Community Benefit District; staff said the city's annual assessment across three city parcels would be about $7,000.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Local advocates call for increased affordable housing and support for vulnerable populations in San Francisco.