What happened on Thursday, 16 June 2022
Clearlake, Lake County, California
Robbie Galen discusses his experience during the Cache Fire and animal reunification.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
Conservation team plans to plant 100 oak seedlings at Sacramento River fall 2022.
San Francisco County, California
The Government Audit & Oversight Committee voted to forward a resolution authorizing the Department of Public Works to accept $1.5 million from the California Arts Council to finish design and related soft costs for Harvey Milk Plaza, moving the project toward construction-ready drawings.
San Francisco County, California
DHS outlines budget plan for digital divide, caregiver support, and staffing vacancies.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Leonard Basocco advocates for area standard wages and benefits in labor dispute with Tapponi Group.
San Francisco County, California
Connan announces new beds for mental health and substance use treatment in upcoming year.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
Council supported formation of a Recreation and Events Division within Administrative Services, approved related job classifications and salary ranges and directed staff to return with policies, partner agreements and an impact‑fee study to support sustainability.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Community leaders request reassessment and more information on new affordable housing proposal.
San Francisco County, California
San Francisco allocates $5 billion to food empowerment markets and aging services for residents.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
Council urges clear communication on property access and road closures for environmental protection.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
After discussion about local staffing, termination clauses and shelter operations, Clear Lake’s council authorized the city manager to negotiate and execute a contract with North Bay Bridal Services to run animal care and control services under a $375,000‑per‑year proposal with reporting and performance provisions.
San Francisco County, California
Asian Art Museum urgently aims to backfill 10 vacant positions due to budget constraints.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The commission reviews a 50-unit residential project proposing several density and development waivers.
San Francisco County, California
Department on Status of Women outlines new initiatives for funding and policy reform.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners discuss support and opposition for new housing development addressing affordability and design.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
State water resources staff reported limited post‑fire water‑quality impacts to Cache Creek — elevated turbidity and some metals in first flush events but no recurring VOC, PAH or PCB detections — while council approved an 18‑month temporary closure and K‑rail/gates to discourage illegal dumping and protect public safety.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
Council members discuss remote meeting logistics and address participation issues in Ontario Oregon.
San Francisco County, California
Supervisor Safaie highlights technology's importance in supporting aging population's transition and engagement.
San Francisco County, California
Committee discusses $1.3 billion in requests for mental health and facility operations funding.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
The City of Clear Lake unanimously adopted its 2022–23 budget and appropriations limit after a workshop presentation from Finance Director Kelsey Young. Council was told the city expects to close $14.755 million in debt financing next week to fund capital projects.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners vote to approve large office development at 725 to 765 Harrison Street.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
Council reviews proposal to enhance community recreation and cultural engagement in Clear Lake
San Francisco County, California
The Department of Emergency Management sought funds for three 9‑1‑1 dispatcher academies, a data manager and a recruiter, and outlined pilots to embed crisis counselors inside 9‑1‑1 and to fund community‑based alternative response teams (CART) to handle behavioral‑health and street‑condition calls.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
New residential project aims for 70% below-market rate units to support working families.
San Francisco County, California
Luana Kim presents hiring strategy amid staffing shortages and internal process challenges.
San Francisco County, California
Panel recommends approval of hardware supply contract amendment due to escalating costs.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
Council updates vehicle removal and repair regulations to enhance public safety and clarity.
San Francisco County, California
The newly merged Office of Early Care & Education and First 5 briefed supervisors on plans to invest Baby Prop C dollars to boost early educator wages, expand subsidies to families, and build infant/toddler facilities. Directors emphasized equity and a pipeline for historically under‑represented educators.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Project approval will lead to site permit refiling within 9 to 12 months.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
City Council authorizes creation of new administrative positions and salary adjustments for upcoming budget.
San Francisco County, California
Rec & Park proposed a Marina West Harbor dredging surcharge to fund an estimated $600,000 channel dredge and presented a compromise credit for Francisco Park Conservancy to cover PG&E‑related cost overruns. The committee advanced the dredging surcharge to the full Board and continued the conservancy credit for follow‑up.
San Francisco County, California
Supervisor Chan's efforts improve DPH hiring and nursing contract support, signaling positive changes.
San Francisco County, California
Budget proposals emphasize COVID-19 response, mental health initiatives, and increased staffing for 2022-2024.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commission adopts recommendation to landmark mother's building at San Francisco Zoo.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
Council allocates $21,000 for Valley Oak project aimed at fostering future greenery.
San Francisco County, California
HSH proposed new staffing and program investments to manage a threefold expansion in permanent supportive housing; HSA outlined cuts and temporary funding to keep community food programs running while proposing a food empowerment market pilot.
San Francisco County, California
Board evaluates $4M funding proposal for abortion care and support services in San Francisco.
San Francisco County, California
DPH presented a two‑year budget that keeps pandemic response funding while directing new money to behavioral health and staffing. Director Grant Colfax and CFO Jenny Louie said the department must convert temporary roles to permanent staff and run multiple hiring academies to fill high vacancy levels.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
City Council showcases adoptable dogs, reports 99 percent live release rate at shelter.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Boston Properties commits $150 million to develop a sustainable, high-quality office building.
San Francisco County, California
Academy projects budget deficit while securing $7.4M budget for fiscal year 23.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioner Moore's fourth term highlights ongoing public engagement issues in San Francisco's housing policies.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners consider future of downtown office space and EIR comment extension for housing projects.
San Francisco County, California
City aims to improve facilities through detailed capital planning for seismic renovations.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
Community feedback praises animal control advancements while noting persistent capacity issues.
San Francisco County, California
Public Works authorized $1.5M grant to enhance Harvey Milk Plaza with community improvements.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Nonprofit pledges to deed restrict 70% of units for affordable housing in Bayview.
San Francisco County, California
Supervisors endorse renewed Tourism Improvement District to stimulate San Francisco's post-pandemic economy.
San Francisco County, California
City proposes adding 42 eligibility workers to improve service amid increased demand.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
City approves $375,000 contract with North Bay for expanded animal control services seven days a week
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners pass affordable housing plan with green wall condition by a 6-1 vote.
San Francisco County, California
San Francisco plans facility upgrades for juvenile hall using state-approved funding for programming.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commission approves revised project for new mixed-use building and affordable housing dedication
San Francisco County, California
Asian Art Museum celebrates major retrospective of Filipino American artist amid anti-Asian hate.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
Council unanimously approves MOUs for employees with wage increases and wellness stipends.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
C-shaped design creates vibrant outdoor spaces and private patios for Third Street residents
San Francisco County, California
Committee members approve funds to revitalize Harvey Milk Plaza and Castro Street retail area.
San Francisco County, California
Museum faces security challenges and reduced accessibility due to budget cuts and frozen positions
Clearlake, Lake County, California
Council enacts road closure to restrict access and reduce illegal activities in affected areas.
San Francisco County, California
SFMTA authorizes LAZ Parking to manage meter coin collection for a decade-long contract.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners unanimously endorse Central SoMa project, anticipating market readiness by next summer.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Speakers criticize Governor Newsom's housing numbers and McKinsey's influence on state policy.
San Francisco County, California
Department officials aim to fill 350 vacancies and convert temporary roles to permanent.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
Finance Director Young presents overview of Clear Lake's budget, highlighting revenue and expenses.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Supporters emphasize smart density and community engagement for new San Francisco housing project.
San Francisco County, California
Supervisors voted to forward a package renewing the Tourism Improvement District for 15 years, expanding the assessment to include short‑term rental hosts and increasing zone assessment rates (Zone 1 to 1.25%, Zone 2 to 1.0%) to raise an estimated $10 million annually to support convention and visitor services.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Planning commissioners approved a staff‑initiated discretionary review allowing accessory residential use in nine PDR spaces at 2823 Eighteenth Street for qualifying artists and craftspeople, contingent on business‑license requirements, biennial reporting and enforcement provisions.
San Francisco County, California
Health Department prepares for staffing shortages with $85M contract for registry staffing backfill.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
Lake County leaders express gratitude to Cal OES for support during Cache Fire recovery.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Public comment highlights urgent need for affordable housing in Bayview Hunters Point.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The Planning Commission approved a two‑building project at 1721 Fifteenth Street that will deliver 50 units, including 11 on‑site affordable units under state density bonus law; commissioners granted requested waivers and concessions and passed the motion 6–1.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The Planning Commission unanimously approved revisions to the Fourth & Harrison project that add the 759 Harrison parcel, increase office allocation, and dedicate approximately 15,000 sq ft of land for an estimated 144 affordable housing units as part of Boston Properties’ community benefits package.
San Francisco County, California
The committee recommended the Board extend SFPUC authority for two years to enter into 20‑year green‑infrastructure grant agreements (up to $2 million per project) to advance rain gardens, permeable pavement and related stormwater management projects funded with revenue bonds.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
Clear Lake collaborates with Anderson Marsh Interpretive Association for Valley Oak tree planting.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The Planning Commission approved a HOME SF project at 5250 Third Street, adding a findings item reflecting the sponsor's pledge to deed‑restrict 70% of units (80–140% AMI range) and a green wall condition; the motion passed 6–1.
San Francisco County, California
The committee forwarded a package of OCA contracts (biosolids management, chemical contracts, hardware supplies) and several other procurement and finance items to the full Board, continued a substantive amendment to the biosolids contract to the July 7 meeting, and also recommended a police lease amendment, housing bond inducements and a juvenile‑justice grant for Board consideration.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
After concerns that draft EIR notices did not clearly signal large height increases for Westside neighborhoods, the Planning Commission asked staff to expand outreach; Planning Department extended the DEIR comment period three weeks to July 12, 2022.
San Francisco County, California
The committee recommended that the full Board approve a 10‑year parking meter coin and data collection services agreement with LAZ Parking California, LLC valued at about $50.8 million, noting a 9.5% increase over the prior 10‑year contract and discussion about declining coin volumes, prevailing‑wage coverage and equity for cash payers.