What happened on Tuesday, 26 July 2022
Bedford County, Virginia
The board approved an amended FY23 county and school budget that reallocates part of the county transfer to fund $100,000 for textbooks and $200,000 into school CIP; school officials said increased state funds are largely tied to pay increases and some one‑time federal capital dollars; the schools will pilot two electric buses supported by grants.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners review progress and outline strategies for building decarbonization and climate outreach.
The College of William and Mary, Executive Agencies, Executive, Virginia
The Board approved a resolution authorizing Richard Bland College to enter a one-year transfer agreement with Virginia State University for residence-hall space, delegated execution authority to the college president, and discussed DroneUp contract terms and Title IX oversight for RBC athletics.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners and staff honor Chris for his dedication and accomplishments in public service.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The Commission voted to create a search committee (up to three commissioners, one required staff member and up to two advisory members) to select an executive recruiting firm and vet candidates for the Department's executive director; the chair will appoint members within approximately three weeks.
Bedford County, Virginia
The board adopted a rezoning amendment (RZ21‑0006) for a Monita Road parcel and approved several text and subdivision ordinance amendments (TA22 series) to clarify nonconforming uses, subdivision plat requirements, and add review steps; actions passed unanimously.
The College of William and Mary, Executive Agencies, Executive, Virginia
Provost Peggy Agouris reported on a Data Initiative Taskforce, sustainable curriculum work and recommended expansion into computing/data science; she said SCHEV approved a graduate certificate in Data and Computer Science.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
City officials propose comprehensive strategies for building electrification and community engagement.
Bedford County, Virginia
The Bedford County Board approved a $7.6 million VADI grant agreement with River Street Networks as part of a regional broadband project covering nearly 25,000 locations; the county's match is just over $2 million and the contractor projects a 36‑month completion schedule.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Staff reported steps taken after the Controller's public‑integrity preliminary assessment: dissolution of the Friends‑of organization, expanded ethics trainings, updated Form 700 coverage for additional staff, and closer coordination with City Attorney and Ethics. The commission discussed whether to set approval thresholds or reporting requirements for grants and contracts (suggested ranges included $50k–$200k) and asked staff to return with current agreements and dollar values, including legacy Recology contracts.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
At its July 26 meeting the Commission approved four formal items by roll call: teleconference findings (Resolution File 2022-24‑COE), approval of minutes (05/24/2022), a resolution directing departmental compliance with gift rules and Friends‑of transparency (Resolution File 2022‑5‑COE), and creation of a search committee for the department director recruitment.
The College of William and Mary, Executive Agencies, Executive, Virginia
At its July 26–28 retreat in Washington, D.C., the Board of Visitors reviewed the university’s financial drivers, a revised COVID-19 approach, and an accelerated enrollment plan tied to Vision 2026; leaders said student revenue, philanthropy and constrained state support will shape FY23 budgets.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Chris Geiger recognized for 18 years of impactful service in San Francisco's Department of the Environment
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The Commission presented an Environmental Service Award to Chris Geiger on his retirement after 18 years at the Department of the Environment, praising his Integrated Pest Management leadership and a reported 97% reduction in the use of the most toxic pesticides between 2010 and 2021.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Planning staff presented an initiation draft to rename the General Plan's safety element to the 'safety and resilience element,' incorporate the Climate Action Plan and Hazards & Climate Resilience Plan by reference, add new equity‑focused goals, and use an environmental‑justice map to prioritize resources; the Planning Commission will consider the amendment and it will proceed to the Board of Supervisors.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The Board of Supervisors provided a $2.6 million one‑year add‑back to the Department of the Environment. Staff outlined six spending buckets—including residential electrification, EV infrastructure, healthy‑ecosystem pilots and a racial‑equity coordinator—funding roughly five FTEs (phased hires) plus professional services and community grants; staff said an additional $1.9M would be needed next fiscal year to continue positions.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Department staff told the Commission the Climate Action Plan is moving into implementation: about 40% of actions are reported on-track, a year-long outreach campaign and a public dashboard are planned, and building electrification policy work will focus on time‑of‑replacement rules, point‑of‑sale changes and possible building performance standards. Funding and interagency reporting remain constraints.