What happened on Wednesday, 15 June 2022
San Francisco County, California
Committee members highlight significant budget strains and urgent community service requests.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The Abatement Appeals Board unanimously adopted findings under Assembly Bill 361 and California Government Code §54953(e) to allow modified Brown Act teleconferencing for future meetings.
San Francisco County, California
Planning Department discusses staffing and $4M budget for Tenderloin community action plan implementation.
2022 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
Governor announces multiple board appointments across various Utah state boards
San Francisco County, California
Board passes legislation and executive order to streamline city contracting and HR processes.
Utah County Commission Meeting Minutes, Utah County Commission, Utah County Commission and Boards, Utah County, Utah
Public concerns grow over gag orders limiting information on ongoing county investigations.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Planning board evaluates appeal regarding permit at 4221 Cesar Chavez with contested documents.
San Francisco County, California
City leaders prioritize new taxes and small business relief alongside racial equity initiatives.
San Francisco County, California
Committee discusses disconnect in affordable housing funds and budget allocations amid public input.
Utah County Commission Meeting Minutes, Utah County Commission, Utah County Commission and Boards, Utah County, Utah
Randy Edwards receives national DAR Service for Veterans Outstanding Volunteer Award in Provo.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Tenant details ongoing construction hazards and health risks at Sacramento apartment since 2020.
San Francisco County, California
Mayor's budget allocates $10M for affordable housing and $4M for senior subsidies.
2022 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
In a June 15, 2022 extraordinary session, the Utah State Senate voted 27-0 (two absent) to consent to a package of gubernatorial appointees to multiple state boards and commissions, following committee recommendations and brief floor action.
Utah County Commission Meeting Minutes, Utah County Commission, Utah County Commission and Boards, Utah County, Utah
Public attendees express gratitude and concerns about meeting procedures and agenda items.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Board debates window configurations and privacy issues without evidence for appeal.
San Francisco County, California
OEWD prioritizes equity, small business support, and workforce development in proposed budget.
San Francisco County, California
Treasurer Cisneros highlights $14 billion budget and initiatives for small business support.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commission members recognize ancestral rights during the roll call and land acknowledgement.
Utah County Commission Meeting Minutes, Utah County Commission, Utah County Commission and Boards, Utah County, Utah
County forecasts increased costs necessitating $250,000 additional funding for fuel in 2022.
San Francisco County, California
San Francisco's IT Department addresses 12% workforce vacancies impacting crucial technology projects.
San Francisco County, California
City Attorney Chiu seeks additional funding for worker rights and gun violence initiatives.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners uphold the permit, concluding it was properly issued amid HOA conflicts.
Utah County Commission Meeting Minutes, Utah County Commission, Utah County Commission and Boards, Utah County, Utah
After a closed-session review, commissioners concluded a document under scrutiny had been in public circulation since 2020 and voted 3–0 to strike agenda item 27; members of the public raised concerns about gag orders and ongoing investigations involving county officials.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Jerry Dratler urges digitization of site plans to improve public access and trust in DBI.
San Francisco County, California
MOHCD detailed an 11,000‑unit affordable housing pipeline across Mission Bay, Transbay and Hunters Point Shipyard, said capital timing and one‑time funds explain year‑to‑year budget swings, and proposed a $4 million senior operating subsidy to preserve deep affordability (estimated ~28 deeply subsidized units over 15 years); supervisors sought clarity on uncommitted capital and small‑sites deployment.
Utah County Commission Meeting Minutes, Utah County Commission, Utah County Commission and Boards, Utah County, Utah
Public Works Director Richard Nelson told commissioners that asphalt, fuel and supply prices have jumped sharply — diesel up about 72% and asphalt about 32% — and said the county may need roughly $250,000 more for fuel this year and could request about a 10% larger budget in 2023.
San Francisco County, California
City officials evaluate funding for ambassadors and arts initiatives to boost economic activity.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Appeal seeks delay in permit approval until proper structural plans are verified for safety.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
DBI's pre-plan review aims to streamline permit processes and enhance project quality.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Rex Ridgeway and Richard Rothman urge support for protecting zoo murals during public comment.
San Francisco County, California
Public Works reported a ~21.7% vacancy rate department‑wide and that Street & Environmental Services (SES) holds most general‑fund vacancies (about 70). The department proposed 9 new enhanced cleaning FTE plus ~45 temporary corridor workers and a nighttime median‑maintenance crew; supervisors pressed for faster hiring and questioned capital financing choices.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commission considers landmark status for Mother's Building following Supervisor Melgar's sponsorship.
San Francisco County, California
City officials detail $10M budget increase while facing 35 staff vacancies.
San Francisco County, California
OEWD told supervisors it seeks $10 million for small‑business grants, $25 million for Mid‑Market/Tenderloin safety ambassadors and downtown activations, and modestly increased capacity (151 FTE) while acknowledging $13.4 million in workforce program reductions driven by the winding down of one‑time pandemic services.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Permit Center aims to streamline permitting processes across multiple city departments.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Neighbors raise concerns over proposed three-story unit blocking light and privacy at 1024 Cap Street.
San Francisco County, California
City Public Works reports over 364 vacancies affecting street maintenance and cleaning operations.
San Francisco County, California
City Controller Ben Rosenfeld told the Budget & Appropriations Committee the mayors two‑year plan depends on roughly $1 billion of one‑time revenue and would draw down reserves by about 40% versus pre‑pandemic levels if adopted as proposed. He highlighted risks from uncertain business taxes tied to downtown return‑to‑office and volatile transfer taxes.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Permit issued to convert storage areas into 2 new dwelling units, addressing safety concerns
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
DBI updates on major housing projects, budget changes, and legislative reforms in San Francisco.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners support efforts to restore Mother's Building as a community and educational center.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Steve Williams argues for Edison family's home renovation project amid allegations by absentee landlords
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The commission adopted findings to permit teleconference participation under AB361 and approved the May 18 minutes by roll call; the AB361 resolution passed on a motion and the minutes were approved unanimously as recorded in roll call.
San Francisco County, California
City officials review funding for outdoor siren upgrades and enhance language access protocols.
San Francisco County, California
Supervisors question significant budget decreases for housing amid a growing affordability crisis.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
City seeks landmark status for Mother's Building, honoring women's contributions to WPA art.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Coe argues new structure will significantly reduce sunlight and privacy for his property.
San Francisco County, California
Budget analysis highlights critical funding shortages for San Francisco's vulnerable communities and services.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
City permit staff presented a package of operational changes — a staffed Permit Center, a pre‑plan check pilot that categorizes projects by expected plan‑check hours, new customer service tools and a digital roadmap — intended to shorten review times and provide clearer timelines for businesses and builders.
San Francisco County, California
Ethics Commission presents budget proposal emphasizing accountability and public engagement initiatives.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners unanimously recommend approval for the historical landmark status of a significant building.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Inspectors question roof deck safety and permit history during compliance review hearing.
San Francisco County, California
OEWD presents budget plan prioritizing equity and support for small businesses and job seekers.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Appellants highlight privacy issues with 24 new windows in nearby property expansion.
San Francisco County, California
City Attorney Chesa Boudin asked the Budget committee to fund a dedicated private‑sector worker‑protection team (team lead + 2 deputies) to pursue wage‑theft and gig‑economy litigation, and two attorneys to expand filings of gun‑violence restraining orders (GVROs); supervisors signaled support but asked for cost sources and coordination with DA and OLSE.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commission supports landmark designation to honor women artists and historic significance.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Officials highlight missing door details in pent room plans during project review.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners recommend landmark designation for the Mother's Building, honoring women's history and motherhood.
San Francisco County, California
Interim Public Works Director Carla Short outlined the proposed Prop B split that creates a new Sanitation & Streets department, described a 21.7% vacancy rate (75 general‑fund vacancies concentrated in street cleaning) and said the mayor’s budget adds 9 enhanced‑cleaning positions plus ~45 temporary corridor workers; supervisors pressed on prioritizing hires and questioned $30M in COPs for paving.
San Francisco County, California
Public Works allocates 73 new positions to enhance HR and project management under Prop B.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Residents urge board to revoke permits due to construction harms impacting protected class members.
San Francisco County, California
The Office of Economic and Workforce Development proposed a $156.6M budget focused on equitable recovery: $10M for small‑business grants, $25M for Tenderloin/Mid‑Market safety ambassadors and $2.5M for downtown activations; supervisors expressed concern about a $13.4M cut to workforce programs largely driven by one‑time COVID funding expirations.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Wiggett highlights confusion over HOA obligations in lengthy court battle regarding her property.
San Francisco County, California
Housing project applications drop alongside significant budget adjustments and new funding priorities.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
DBI affirms ADU permit issuance despite 38 tenant complaints and one active violation.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The San Francisco Historic Preservation Commission voted 7–0 to recommend that the Mother's Building at the San Francisco Zoo be designated a city landmark, citing its 1925 Italian Renaissance Revival architecture and WPA-era murals; the recommendation will be forwarded to the Board of Supervisors for final action.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
At its June 15 meeting the San Francisco Board of Appeals adopted a teleconference resolution, approved minutes, denied several appeals (most 4–0), and continued the 4221 Cesar Chavez window/privacy appeal to July 20 to allow party negotiations and limited briefing.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners address guardrail issues and legality of a 10-unit building's roof deck.
San Francisco County, California
City Controller Ben Rosenfield told supervisors the mayor’s proposed two‑year budget depends on about $1 billion in one‑time sources and may draw reserves down to roughly 60% of pre‑pandemic levels by the end of the two‑year plan; supervisors pressed staff on telework assumptions and transfer‑tax volatility.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Riddle argues the appeal lacks merit and supports the Department of Building Inspection's approval.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The board upheld an order of abatement for 2195 Green Street but modified it to focus on life‑safety issues: the owner must seek permits for compliant guardrails and proper patio material within 30 days; the motion passed 4–1.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Neighbors argued that piers and footings at 719–723 Baker are unsupported and unsafe and asked the board to prevent DBI from closing the permit until reinspection. DBI said special inspections and plan checks were completed; the board denied the appeal 4–0.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Neighbors and the permit holder at 4221 Cesar Chavez disputed the addition’s window configuration and privacy impacts. Commissioners encouraged negotiated revision; the board continued the appeal to July 20 and allowed a one‑page brief with exhibits focused on window revisions.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Tenants and advocates told the Board of Appeals the landlord’s construction has produced numerous safety and habitability complaints — including alleged lead‑paint, debris and water intrusion — and asked the board to delay or revoke an ADU permit while DBI finishes investigations. DBI said the permit was properly issued and that 38 mostly duplicate complaints are under review; the board denied the appeal 4–0.