What happened on Wednesday, 17 August 2022
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Kristen Ritchie opens Highland meeting with a pledge of allegiance and gratitude for volunteers.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Planning department upholds notice of violation after six years of unresolved construction issues.
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The Utah County Commission on a unanimous 3–0 vote adopted a midyear amendment to the 2022 budget that adds a GRAMA public‑records software purchase (~$9,880), clarifies environmental‑health hires will be two positions (not four), and shifts several inflationary costs into a reserve.
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The commission approved a revised Certificate of Appropriateness for a third‑floor addition at 50–52 Fair Oak Street, including a modestly raised parapet, reconfigured windows and a small roof deck; staff found the revisions comply with Article 10 and Secretary of the Interior standards.
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Board upholds Public Works decision to revoke trash enclosure permit due to ongoing issues.
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Commissioner Sakovich participates in the meeting remotely due to illness.
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Senator Ipsen pays tribute to K9 Eros' dedication to Utah and military service.
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The commission voted 6–0 to recommend landmark designation for the site of the 1966 Compton's Cafeteria Riot at Turk and Taylor, and directed staff to work with community partners on interpretive materials and street improvements tied to the Safer Taylor project.
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Variance request fails to meet planning code requirements for rear yard parking.
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A Utah judge granted a motion to dismiss the information against Mark Allen, finding a confidentiality restriction referencing a "public forum" too vague to enforce; the dismissal was entered without prejudice and counsel was asked to prepare a written order.
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County officials warn recession could threaten projected sales tax revenues for future budgets.
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The Board of Appeals denied George Tedeschi’s appeal of a notice‑of‑violation and penalty decision tied to long‑running corrective permits at 118–120 Fifteenth Ave., and urged the owner to schedule DBI inspections and work with Planning to close enforcement actions.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The commission voted unanimously Aug. 17 to add Piedmont Boutique, Outpost Studios, PO Plus, Saint John Coltrane Church and Pops Bar to San Francisco’s Legacy Business Registry, citing long histories of community service and cultural significance.
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Justice McKee expresses gratitude and excitement for her appointment to the Utah Supreme Court.
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Performers reflect on promoting San Francisco's heritage at Fort Macer Theatre event.
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Commissioners evaluate hiring policies and staffing needs due to potential economic downturn.
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Commission recognizes Rhema Tcheloni's ancestral homeland and their ongoing stewardship responsibilities.
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The Board of Appeals denied Patrick Gallagher’s appeal of a variance request to legalize two off‑street parking spaces at 200 Naples St., finding the proposal failed the five variance findings; Planning and DBI recommended removing the parking component from the pending ADU permit.
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Health and Human Services Committee unanimously approves three new childcare licensing committee members.
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Commission unanimously supports legacy business applications, emphasizing community impact and cultural identity.
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Commissioners agree to midyear budget adjustment to fund Grama software for processing requests
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commission discusses major updates to California's Building Standards Code impacting construction practices.
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At its Aug. 17 meeting the Board of Appeals voted 5–0 to continue the appeal for 945–947 Minnesota St. to Sept. 28 and unanimously elected Commissioner Jose Lopez vice president.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Board considers landmark designation for Compton's Cafeteria Riot site at Turk and Taylor.
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Study indicates sustained growth in sales tax revenue despite recession risks and hiring challenges.
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Legislators commend highway patrol and service dogs for enhancing public security at the Capitol.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
During public comment at the Aug. 17 Building Inspection Commission meeting, Jerry Drentler asked the commission to include DBI's alleged $30 million operating loss and the status of an internal corruption investigation in the annual report. Commissioners later voted to cancel the September meeting and continue several items to October.
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The San Francisco Board of Appeals voted 5–0 Aug. 17 to deny an appeal and uphold Public Works’ revocation of a minor sidewalk encroachment permit for a trash enclosure at 2295 Market St., citing years of complaints and no documented use since 2015; the property owner said a new tenant needs the enclosure.
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Commissioners decide to table election agenda item to seek legal clarity before proceeding.
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Senate unanimously approves Rick Westmoreland's appointment as juvenile court judge in Utah.
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Commissioners support landmark designation recognizing Compton's Cafeteria's role in LGBTQ history.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The Building Inspection Commission unanimously adopted San Francisco's amendments to the 2022 California Building Standards Code (Title 24) on Aug. 17, 2022. DBI staff said most edits are administrative cleanup and renumbering to align the city code with state changes that take effect Jan. 1, 2023.
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Commissioners approve amendments including $54,000 from inflation fund for ANC costs
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Josh Daniels urges caution on staffing measures, citing economic recession and public safety concerns.
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Legislature recognizes Bennion Center's impact on community engagement and service over 35 years.
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Commission reviews proposals for Piedmont Boutique, Outpost Studios, PO Plus, Coltrane Church, and Pops Bar.
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Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell cites 47.5% recession probability as inflation rises significantly.
Court reviews Allen's expungement request amid conflicting terms of his agreement with the state.
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San Francisco project revises historic renovation plans for roof and window upgrades.
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Senate confirms Jill Pullman as new Justice for Utah Supreme Court with unanimous support.
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A proposed resolution to require additional commission consent for certain deputy or employee appointments failed to receive a second and therefore did not advance; elected department heads warned the extra approval step would slow hiring and harm public services.
A Fourth District Court judge granted a motion to dismiss information against Mark Allen, ruling the agreement’s use of the term “public forum” is too vague to bar filings; the dismissal was entered without prejudice, permitting the state to refile if it determines the agreement was violated.
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The commission agreed to continue without date an item to commission a scaled statistical review and RFP for election records access, pending legal clarity; public commenters urged rapid review and greater access to CVR records.
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Commissioners open public hearing to address adjustments in Utah County's 2022 budget.
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Commissioners advocate for enhanced historical interpretation and signage at site of significance.
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Justice Coleman reflects on Judge Winder's influence and commitment to the law
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Senate confirms Judge Jill Pullman as Utah Supreme Court Justice following favorable committee report.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Planning staff presented the initiation draft of the Safety and Resilience Element, citing state requirements (SB 379, SB 1000), incorporation of the Environmental Justice Communities Map and new goals for climate resilience and equity; commissioners offered comments on embodied carbon, seismic upgrades and interpretive opportunities.
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During the extraordinary session, the Utah Senate presented a citation honoring the late Utah Highway Patrol K9 Eros and read a legislative citation recognizing the Lowell Bennion Center at the University of Utah for 35 years of community engagement.
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The Utah Senate, meeting in an extraordinary August 2022 session, voted to confirm Jill Pullman to the Utah Supreme Court and consented to a slate of gubernatorial appointments across state boards and commissions. Pullman addressed the chamber and pledged to uphold the rule of law.