What happened on Wednesday, 22 March 2023
San Francisco County, California
Youth Commission urges comprehensive LGBTQ health education and safe environments for students.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The San Francisco Fire Commission voted to go into closed session to discuss existing litigation and later voted unanimously not to disclose the content of closed-session discussions under the San Francisco Administrative Code.
San Francisco County, California
Supervisor Melgar introduces ordinance to revive Safer Schools Task Force with youth representation.
California State Assembly, House, Legislative, California
Lawmakers urge audit to address California's homelessness crisis amid rising public health concerns.
Nueces County, Texas
County staff told the commissioners that roughly $2.8 million in COVID‑19 related reimbursements remain pending with FEMA; about $701,606 has been obligated against a $2.2 million advance, while other submissions are under review and could be disallowed.
San Francisco County, California
Youth Commission calls for improved traffic safety measures and permanent funding for youth transit.
San Francisco County, California
Delays and legal issues prevent the closure of San Francisco juvenile hall as intended.
San Francisco County, California
The Youth Commission presented its 2023–25 budget and policy priorities to the Board of Supervisors’ Budget & Appropriation Committee, calling for restored Muni service, expanded navigation centers and case managers for transitional-age youth, school safety upgrades, naloxone in schools, and implementation of environmental cleanup recommendations for Bayview Hunters Point.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Department leaders described a multi-pronged recruitment push — outreach to high schools and City College, boot camps, a hybrid testing plan for entry-level tests and candidate-tracking — and provided counts for recent hiring cycles and planned physical-agility testing.
Nueces County, Texas
Flatiron‑Dragados told the Nueces County Commissioners Court the north approach is about 85% complete, the south approach is over 90% complete, precast yard activities in Robstown are >90% done and the first stay-cable installation is expected in May, with a mid‑2025 timeline for the cable‑stay span.
California State Assembly, House, Legislative, California
California lawmakers demand audit of homelessness funds to assess effectiveness and transparency in San Jose.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
SFFD installs new hydrants, establishes maintenance agreements, and celebrates team achievements.
San Francisco County, California
Commission highlights environmental risks and advocates for comprehensive cleanup and community involvement.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners questioned whether ongoing costs at the new fireboat Station 35 and long equipment lead times are delaying projects for other firehouses; the department said Station 35 is at the end of warranty, generator lead times are long and funds remain in bond allocations though timing will push some projects out.
Nueces County, Texas
After extended public comment and legal briefing, the county commissioners voted to hire outside counsel to represent the county’s interests and assist District Attorney Mark Gonzales in an ongoing petition for removal, while setting limits and seeking fee recovery if Gonzales prevails.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioner explores broadening fire and EMS program access beyond Mission High School.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
San Francisco Fire Department leaders told the Fire Commission that a recent storm produced winds up to 80 mph, more than 700 tree-down reports, a San Francisco General Hospital outage that limited noncritical services, two storm-related fatalities and a peak six-minute delay on 911 calls.
San Francisco County, California
Youth Commission outlines budget priorities for San Francisco's fiscal years 2023 to 2025.
San Francisco County, California
Supervisors debate funding sources and community input for the Gene Friend Recreation Center.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commission discusses funding shortfalls affecting maintenance at fireboat stations 14 and 35.
California State Assembly, House, Legislative, California
Audit aims to address homelessness crisis as spending rises but results remain unacceptable.
Utah County Commission Meeting Minutes, Utah County Commission, Utah County Commission and Boards, Utah County, Utah
Commission recognizes agriculture's impact through Farm Field Days for second graders in Utah County
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Erica Articeros Brown leads successful planning for Chinese New Year parade and HAZMAT drill.
San Francisco County, California
Project manager shares updates on the new Jean Fran Rec Center development in SoMa.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Fire Marshal Coughlin leads efforts to expedite housing approvals for 52,000 units.
San Francisco County, California
Supervisors continued an ordinance to appropriate roughly $1.7 million from a development-payment account (the 706 Mission Street fund) after questions whether those monies were already appropriated and whether a 2013 development agreement required a prior community process. RPD staff said the funds were encumbered for the project; the City Attorney said the fund's community process may not apply retroactively.
Utah County Commission Meeting Minutes, Utah County Commission, Utah County Commission and Boards, Utah County, Utah
Community members gather for prayer and Pledge of Allegiance at local meeting.
California State Assembly, House, Legislative, California
Senator Cortesi calls for urgent audit of homelessness funding effectiveness amid rising crisis in California.
Utah County Commission Meeting Minutes, Utah County Commission, Utah County Commission and Boards, Utah County, Utah
Fruit growers in Southern Utah County seek support to enhance local sales and marketing.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Department leaders detail initiatives for hiring, equity, and community outreach in 2023.
San Francisco County, California
Youth Commission shares budget recommendations as officials prepare for mayor’s proposal.
San Francisco County, California
Supervisors voted to forward four resolutions authorizing the City to apply jointly for AHSC (cap-and-trade) funds for four affordable-housing projects (items 47). MOHCD described unit counts, set-asides for families and homeless families, and that each project may seek up to $50 million (housing loan plus transportation grant) under the program.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Fire Department implements EMT training and cancer safety measures for community engagement.
Utah County Commission Meeting Minutes, Utah County Commission, Utah County Commission and Boards, Utah County, Utah
Chris Riley emphasizes the impact of Farm Field Days on children's agricultural understanding.
Utah County Commission Meeting Minutes, Utah County Commission, Utah County Commission and Boards, Utah County, Utah
The Utah County Commission on March 22 adopted a resolution recognizing three decades of Farm Field Days, thanking volunteers, schools and agricultural organizations for educating students about farming. Commissioners approved the measure unanimously after several program leaders spoke in support.
California State Assembly, House, Legislative, California
California Labor Commissioner faces 780-day backlog in wage theft cases, prompting audit request.
San Francisco County, California
Recommendations include Narcan program in schools and increased funding for youth services.
Utah County Commission Meeting Minutes, Utah County Commission, Utah County Commission and Boards, Utah County, Utah
Council unanimously approves resolution honoring 30 years of Utah County Farm Field Days.
San Francisco County, California
The committee recommended full-Board approval of a retroactive $200,000 Ford Foundation grant to support the Public Defender's Adachi Project, which will produce short documentary media; the office said funds will be dispersed to project partners and no money will pass through City accounts.
San Francisco County, California
Youth commissioners highlight budget needs and policies for equity and social justice in San Francisco.
California State Assembly, House, Legislative, California
California seeks audit to address delays in children's access to vital behavioral health services.
California State Assembly, House, Legislative, California
Audit requested to investigate corruption and conflicts of interest in California's cannabis licensing process.
Utah County Commission Meeting Minutes, Utah County Commission, Utah County Commission and Boards, Utah County, Utah
A group of Utah County fruit growers told commissioners they are organizing to market locally grown fruit and asked for county-level connections and possible tourism or grant support to keep more product in-state.
San Francisco County, California
Youth Commission urges San Francisco to enhance school safety infrastructure and firearm storage compliance
San Francisco County, California
The Budget & Finance Committee voted to forward a resolution that would extend and increase a litigation consulting contract with Jefferies LLC to the full Board. The Budget & Legislative Analyst said the contract and solicitation were redacted as privileged and recommended follow-up on budget, bids and deliverables.
California State Assembly, House, Legislative, California
Voters prioritize addressing homelessness crisis as spending rises but outcomes worsen significantly.
San Francisco County, California
Community leaders urge San Francisco supervisors to prioritize freeway removal and public involvement.
San Francisco County, California
Commission presents budget priorities to enhance youth transportation and park accessibility in San Francisco.
Nueces County, Texas
Commissioners declared April as Beach Safety and Rip Current Awareness Month, praised Jassani Smith Foundation volunteer work and approved a $5,000 allocation to support the foundation's outreach and signage programs.
California State Assembly, House, Legislative, California
Audit requested to address critical gaps in California's Comprehensive Perinatal Services Program for mothers.
San Francisco County, California
Task force advocates for critical funding to enhance safety for LGBTQ plus youth in San Francisco