What happened on Thursday, 01 December 2022
Clearlake, Lake County, California
Margaret Garcia commends Chief Martinez and inquires about the airport project status.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
Council signaled consensus to direct staff to review requests to rebuild nonconforming homes in the Sulfur Fire area on a case‑by‑case basis for a 12‑month pilot, citing continued insurance and contractor constraints for homeowners.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commission discusses conditional use authorizations and implications of ADU policies for housing.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The commission granted conditional‑use authorization for a 136‑room, four‑story hotel at North Point and Taylor streets, with no on‑site parking and 2,000 sq ft of ground‑floor retail. Labor groups testified both for and urging stronger labor standards; the commission approved the project unanimously.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Community members advocate for new building development to revitalize Chinatown's business landscape.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
Council addresses housing rebuilding obstacles and PG&E fund timelines for fire-affected residents.
San Francisco County, California
Four community benefit districts provide updates on fiscal year 2021 and pandemic response.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
Council adopted Resolution 2022‑65 to confirm special assessments totaling $29,383.90 to recoup costs for city‑funded abatement at three properties; one summary abatement addressed an immediate public‑safety hazard at a red‑tagged mobile home.
San Francisco County, California
Officials propose online and offline directories for mental health and housing resources for victims.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Local resident questions the impact of new construction on property enjoyment and family activities.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
Clear Lake council unanimously approves seven-year extension for cannabis development agreements and fee reduction.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
Clearlake’s City Council voted unanimously to extend all current commercial cannabis development agreements by seven years and temporarily reduce the production fee from 5% to 1% for calendar year 2023, citing market pressures and state policy changes.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The Planning Commission voted unanimously to find general‑plan consistency for redevelopment plan amendments that enable increased floor plates on Transbay Block 2, allowing a coordinated two‑building project that would deliver 335 rental homes (151 senior, 184 family), childcare, and ground‑floor retail; staff said the changes do not create new significant environmental impacts.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The San Francisco Planning Commission unanimously approved an ordinance to permit larger general grocery stores and limited storefront mergers in Polk Street neighborhood commercial district, including a staff recommendation to principally permit groceries up to 5,000 sq ft. The changes aim to help legacy grocers expand; commissioners retained formula‑retail protections.
San Francisco County, California
New protocol enhances outreach and resources for communities impacted by gun violence.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Panel expresses support for ADU project and emphasizes housing policy guidance.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
City Council praises public works team for essential services and dedication to community care.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners unanimously support hotel project prioritizing local employment and design challenges.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Planning Commission supports new grocery project to enhance neighborhood business opportunities.
San Francisco County, California
Supervisor Dorsey announces co-sponsorship of Tenderloin initiatives to enhance neighborhood development.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
Council considers reducing cannabis permit fees to 1% to support struggling businesses.
San Francisco County, California
Community leaders discuss pandemic challenges faced by benefit districts and propose new standards.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners endorse plan for 335 affordable units in Transbay Redevelopment Project Area.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners unanimously back project delivering much-needed low-income housing and childcare services.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Department recommends approval for project enhancing Chinatown with added residential units.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
Public Works showcases efficiencies and introduces Adeline as the new director during council meeting.
San Francisco County, California
No Racism, No Hate lauds Supervisors Dean Preston and Shamone Walton for their timely support.
San Francisco County, California
Public Health discusses proactive trauma response and counseling services following local shootings
San Francisco County, California
Community members seek assistance and address homelessness issues during public comment session.
San Francisco County, California
Supervisor Chan endorses Japantown CBD to protect cultural heritage amid development threats
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commission addresses questions about existing structure and potential earthquake shack classification.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
Cannabis business owners express concerns over high taxes and permit complexities in Clear Lake.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
After a lengthy discussion about rear‑yard open space, earthquake‑shack historic questions, and livability tradeoffs, the commission approved a four‑story, two‑family project at 428 Fifteenth Avenue with an added state ADU. Staff had concluded the existing building is not an earthquake shack and recommended approval with conditions; the project passed unanimously.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The Planning Commission approved a conditional use authorization and variance for a mixed‑use project at 749 Grama Avenue in Chinatown, finding the proposal consistent with the general plan and Chinatown historic‑district considerations after staff review and a site visit. The commission voted unanimously.
San Francisco County, California
City implements proactive outreach to assist gun violence victims and their neighbors.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners unanimously approve amendments enabling 335-unit affordable housing project construction.
San Francisco County, California
Hamilton emphasizes the need for mental health resources in communities affected by violence.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
Council discusses extending cannabis permits and managing tax reductions for existing businesses.
San Francisco County, California
City implements proactive plan to support victims and communities affected by gun violence
San Francisco County, California
Activists urge support for local nonprofits and equitable hiring in underserved communities.
San Francisco County, California
After public comment from Teamsters and other callers about a Recology profits‑dispute settlement and Prop F governance issues, the committee convened in closed session and unanimously recommended the settlement item to the full Board; Deputy City Attorney said final agreements are available on request and could be uploaded to the Board file if not confidential.
San Francisco County, California
OEWD presented FY2021 annual reports for Japantown, Noe Valley, Fisherman's Wharf (land and port sides) and North of Market/Tenderloin CBDs; OEWD found most benchmarks met and staff recommended forwarding the reports with positive recommendation to the full Board.
San Francisco County, California
The Board of Supervisors’ Government Audit and Oversight Committee heard a Department of Public Health plan to contact neighbors after shootings within 72 hours, prioritize hot‑spot neighborhoods (including the Tenderloin), and pilot the approach once funding is secured; the committee voted to file the hearing request.