What happened on Wednesday, 17 May 2023
San Francisco County, California
Community members raise issues regarding sheriff's operations during public feedback session.
California State Assembly, House, Legislative, California
California advances offshore wind monitoring with innovative technologies to protect wildlife and enhance data collection.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
House passes motion to adopt first substitute of HJR 101 for emergency powers extension.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Official takes oath affirming loyalty to California and U.S. constitutions.
San Francisco County, California
Speakers emphasize community support for San Francisco land trust funding proposal.
San Francisco County, California
San Francisco invests in programs aiding homeless, justice-involved women and their children.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commission unanimously approves ordinance amending building and planning codes for awning amnesty.
California State Assembly, House, Legislative, California
East Coast fisheries seek collaboration as offshore wind projects progress amid workforce readiness and compensation concerns.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
Utah faces potential flooding as Governor Clark activates disaster recovery following record snowpack.
San Francisco County, California
Community advocates raise concerns about developer motives behind housing project in Tenderloin.
San Francisco County, California
Supervisor Ronan announces funding restoration for effective transitional housing programs in mayor's budget.
California State Assembly, House, Legislative, California
Offshore wind power poses risks to fisheries and infrastructure, especially during severe storms.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
Utah's 65th legislature meets to discuss emergency funding and firearm amendments.
San Francisco County, California
City officials apply for $14.7M Homekey funds to support housing for young adults facing homelessness.
California State Assembly, House, Legislative, California
Environmental studies reveal entanglement risks for marine mammals from offshore wind turbine cables.
San Francisco County, California
Board members unanimously approve motion to declare hearing filed and closed.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Board unanimously discusses ordinance to convert non-residential to residential uses in C zoning.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
House Bill 1003 secures benefits for families of fallen first responders in Utah
Gardiner, Kennebec County, Maine
Boys and Girls Club reports record membership and new sports field nearing completion.
San Francisco County, California
Committee hears strong support for youth housing initiative aimed at providing safe residences.
San Francisco County, California
The Budget and Appropriation Committee heard the Sheriff's Department Oversight Board annual report and a presentation on standing up an Office of Inspector General (OIG). Board leaders described recruitment plans, staffing needs and a preliminary budget estimate; the committee voted to file the report and approve the acceptance resolution.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
Legislature votes to prolong state of emergency for ongoing flooding response efforts.
Gardiner, Kennebec County, Maine
City discusses police coverage, ambulance funding, and urgent sewer line repairs during recent meeting.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Supervisor Safaie seeks to limit site permit reviews to improve San Francisco's housing development timeline
San Francisco County, California
SFO workers advocate for better healthcare and wages during critical contract negotiations.
Gardiner, Kennebec County, Maine
Gardiner Main Street and Johnson Hall report progress amid community support and ongoing construction efforts.
San Francisco County, California
At a May 2023 Budget and Appropriation Committee hearing, program leaders described reentry housing models for justice-involved people; supervisors said funding will be included in the mayor’s budget and moved to file the hearing, which passed unanimously.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
HB1003, a technical amendment to the Firefighters Retirement Act, passed the Utah House unanimously to restore parity for Division B firefighters who suffer non-line-of-duty deaths; sponsors said the change corrects a 2018 drafting oversight that affects one family now and could otherwise create perverse retirement incentives.
San Francisco County, California
Union negotiators highlight year-long stalled wage talks with major airlines and worker frustrations.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Anandaghi highlights urgent need for streamlined housing production amid interdepartmental delays.
Gardiner, Kennebec County, Maine
Councilors agree to prioritize infrastructure funding and develop a comprehensive capital improvement plan.
San Francisco County, California
Approval granted for ground lease and loan to support 730 affordable housing development
San Francisco County, California
The committee approved forwarding a bundled refinancing for four small‑sites properties (reduced to $18.7M per BLA) and authorized the department to apply for up to $14.7M in Homekey funds to acquire 1174 Folsom for 42 units of permanent housing for young adults.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
San Francisco's mayor introduces adaptive reuse ordinance to revitalize downtown housing and businesses.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
HB1002 passed the Utah House unanimously on May 17 to reverse a provision from a recent firearms bill that would have unintentionally restricted certain lawful nonimmigrant work-visa holders; sponsors said the change restores pre-05/03/2023 law while the interim will refine targeted language.
San Francisco County, California
Committee members endorse funds to acquire housing for queer youth in San Francisco.
San Francisco County, California
The Budget & Finance Committee forwarded a financing and ground‑lease package for a 160‑unit affordable development at 730 Stanyan to the full board and adopted a nonbinding amendment urging MOHCD to preserve a transitional‑age‑youth (TAY) drop‑in center for the ground floor amid procurement transparency questions from the budget office.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
DBI presented a temporary awning amnesty that waives most permit fees, streamlines desk review via dimensioned photos, and offers a window for corrective work; the commission voted unanimously to support the amnesty and directed staff to implement outreach in multiple languages.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners support landmark status for historic businesses enhancing community ties.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The Building Inspection Commission supported an ordinance to add adaptive-reuse enabling language to the building code and to create an administrative manual/AB to guide conversions; CAC urged caution on seismic triggers and recommended training and existing-code equivalencies.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
House Bill 1001 redirects $30 million among state accounts to cover snow- and flood-related cleanup and operations — including $20 million from UDOT construction to operations and an additional $10 million split across FY2023–FY2024 — and was approved by the House 70-0 and sent to the Senate.
San Francisco County, California
At a May 17 Budget & Finance hearing, city leaders and hundreds of airport workers warned that an ongoing appeal by Airlines for America could strip health coverage from thousands of SFO contractors; the committee continued the item to the call of the chair to allow budget‑period follow‑up.
San Francisco County, California
Committee discusses airport contractor compliance with health ordinances and impacts on workers' rights.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners confirm library designation with unanimous vote following public comments and support.
San Francisco County, California
Supervisors authorize financing for new 100% affordable housing in Haight Ashbury neighborhood.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Legislative sponsor argued the site-permit ordinance will shorten permit timelines by limiting duplication and requiring simultaneous interdepartmental review; the Building Inspection Commission voted to continue the item until the Code Advisory Committee can review and recommend changes.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
The Utah House on May 17 approved a joint resolution to extend the state of emergency for flood mitigation to augment reporting by the executive branch and keep emergency funds and authorities available through peak runoff; an amendment to shorten the extension to June 19 failed on the floor.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
Legislature extends flood mitigation funding deadline to August 15 to address potential flood season.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners unanimously approve plans for a new hotel, replacing an outdated commercial building.
San Francisco County, California
Supervisor Safaie advocates for improved worker wages and benefits during airport workforce discussions.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The Building Inspection Commission unanimously appointed Paul Staley to the Code Advisory Committee member-at-large seat (term to 08/10/2025). Staley was sworn in at the May 17 meeting and thanked the nominating committee.
Public Works Meetings, Trousdale County, Tennessee
Committee postpones opening by a week to assess guard availability and finalize scheduling.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Officials express gratitude as community drafts historic context document for Latino experiences in San Francisco.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Neighbors clarify fire escape spans both properties amid permit discussions.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
Senator Stevenson reallocates budget funds to support flood emergency management and infrastructure.
San Francisco County, California
Council member emphasizes strong support for essential affordable housing project in district
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
City officials debate compliance issues regarding an illegal fire escape spanning two properties.
Public Works Meetings, Trousdale County, Tennessee
Committee members said contractors have made progress on courthouse cleanup but raised concerns that required permits—particularly electrical—may not have been pulled. Members directed Brandon to coordinate permit issuance and requested a walk-through and professional cleaning before final sign-off.
San Francisco County, California
Airport officials explore worker retention strategies as Healthy Airport Ordinance faces legal challenges.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
Utah's special session addresses snow removal, flooding, and firearm legislation amendments.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commission votes to add Simple Pleasures Cafe and Swenson's to legacy business registry.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
Senate consents to governor's appointments with 24 votes in favor and 0 against.
San Francisco County, California
Lorraine Powell discusses ongoing contract negotiations for 2000 airline catering workers at SFO.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Williams argues for Weinstein's right to remove trespassing structure lacking permits and inspections
Public Works Meetings, Trousdale County, Tennessee
Committee members resolved ambiguities in a roll-off fee ordinance, confirming a $435 initial fee structure (reported as $345 rental plus $90 tipping), discussing a $195 minimum for additional same-day loads and a $45-per-ton tipping fee, and voted to recommend the clarified rental/ordinance language to the full commission.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The Mexican Museum will provide a landmark space for Latino and Chicano art by 2025.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
The Utah Senate consented to a slate of gubernatorial appointments during the May 17 special session, including Marvin Dodge as executive director of the Department of Government Operations and confirmations to boards and commissions; floor votes were unanimous among recorded votes with several absences.
San Francisco County, California
Supervisors urge airlines to support airport workers' healthcare and job security during budget process
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Expert confirms structure violates building codes and emphasizes need for compliance and removal.
Public Works Meetings, Trousdale County, Tennessee
Facing a possible lifeguard shortfall after HR limited some staff to 29 hours a week and a pool leak estimated at about $160 per day to keep the pool filled, the Public Works committee voted to postpone the opening by one week and reconvene to confirm staffing and repair status.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
House Bill 1,003 passed to move omitted death-benefit language into division B so retired firefighters receive the same non-line-of-duty death benefit treatment as police officers; sponsor said the change is retroactive enough to cover a recent death if filed within 90 days.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The commission heard the Pan‑Latino (Nuestra Historia) historic context statement, received extensive testimony from Latino community leaders and organizations describing an 11‑year research effort and 'first‑voice' methodology, and endorsed staff plans to continue outreach and treat the document as a living resource.
San Francisco County, California
Committee identifies issues with MOHDD housing proposals and calls for policy changes.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Board members discuss necessity of two permits for fire escape removal project.
Public Works Meetings, Trousdale County, Tennessee
At a Public Works meeting, Cunningham Recreation representative Maggie McBrayer presented three color palettes for the Trade Park playground and the committee voted to adopt Option 2—branded in the discussion as “Spring Blue.” Staff will finalize renderings and the company estimates an 8–10 week lead time for installation.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
House Bill 1,002 passed to correct earlier language that inadvertently barred some nonimmigrant visa holders (such as students and certain work-visa holders) from possessing firearms; the amendments restore prior state language while requiring compliance with federal law.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
DBI confirms permit for fire escape removal at 2507 Pacific was issued improperly.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Planning staff told the Historic Preservation Commission that demolishing and replacing the Levon Hagop Nishkian (Islais Creek) Bridge would cause a significant and unavoidable impact to the historic resource; commissioners urged consideration of salvage, interpretation and regional sea‑level adaptation coordination.
San Francisco County, California
Calvin Welch urges board acceptance of affordable housing amendment supporting neighborhood planning.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The Historic Preservation Commission voted to recommend landmark designation for the Parkside Branch Library (1200 Taraval St), finding the mid‑century building historically and architecturally significant and instructing staff to modify draft ordinance language about non‑original light fixtures.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The Board of Appeals denied an appeal challenging a zoning administrator letter of determination about SB 35 eligibility for a proposed expansion at 143520 Sixth Avenue, finding no error or abuse of discretion; the ZA advised the appellant to pursue a project‑specific permit if they wish to proceed.
San Francisco County, California
Hespa co-chair Marnie Regan urges support for TAE drop-in space amid community need.
Chester County, School Districts, Tennessee
Clay leads prayer for graduates during community meeting at local church.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
House Bill 1,001 passed the Utah Senate, reallocating $30 million and adding restricted-account money for flood response and related infrastructure and maintenance costs; sponsors said only $3 million is new money and several transfers require EAC reporting before commitment.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The Historic Preservation Commission approved a permit to demolish a 2‑story commercial building at 420 Sutter and construct a 12‑story (128 ft) hotel with 149 rooms and a public roof terrace, finding the replacement compatible with the Kearny‑Mason‑Sutter Conservation District and imposing conditions.
San Francisco County, California
Supervisors approve amendment to support transitional age youth housing legislation in California.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The San Francisco Board of Appeals continued an appeal over a decades‑old fire escape that spans 2507 and 2509 Pacific Ave after DBI and Planning told the board the permit to remove it was improperly issued; the board will rehear the case with a full five‑member panel on May 31.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
The Utah Senate passed First Substitute House Joint Resolution 101 to extend the governor-declared state of emergency for flood mitigation and infrastructure rehabilitation to Aug. 15, enabling continued use of state (and potential federal) funds for response and recovery.
Chester County, School Districts, Tennessee
James Carter recognized for engaging students in innovative CTE programs and summer camp initiatives.
Chester County, School Districts, Tennessee
The Chester County Board approved the meeting agenda and consent agenda unanimously, heard that plans for the AG building, auto shop and field house are still pending, discussed a Jacks Creek drive‑around trial for safe student drop‑off, and was told raw TCAP scores will arrive later this week.
Oshkosh City, Winnebago County, Wisconsin
Staff reported a temporary use permit for a seasonal tiki bar on Pioneer Island, progress on the T Wall project pending DNR items, environmental language for the Mercury Marine parcel, and ongoing review of ATC easement requests that could affect multiple city and RDA lots.
San Francisco County, California
Supervisors engage community feedback on jail conditions and oversight transparency issues.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
Governor Jaycox adds firefighter benefits and appointments to Utah's special session agenda.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The San Francisco Historic Preservation Commission unanimously approved legacy business status for Simple Pleasures Cafe (Richmond), Swenson's of San Francisco (Russian Hill) and the South Beach Yacht Club, with staff noting a new racial and social equity section in legacy business reports.
Oshkosh City, Winnebago County, Wisconsin
Staff reported the RDA and city used a prior $300,000 EPA grant for site investigations and remedial planning, have applied for a follow-up grant and expect to hear results in May; findings will inform cleanup requirements for future redevelopment.
Chester County, School Districts, Tennessee
At its May meeting the Chester County Board of Education introduced its Teacher of the Year nominee and highlighted a growing CTE program that runs a five‑day summer manufacturing camp, student-built car and truck projects, and partnerships with local employers and certifying bodies.
Oshkosh City, Winnebago County, Wisconsin
Oshkosh Redevelopment Authority staff introduced a draft RFP seeking mixed-use multifamily proposals for parcels near North Main and Jefferson, saying they will accept market-rate or LIHTC-backed offers and intend to invite finalists to present in July.
Oshkosh City, Winnebago County, Wisconsin
City officials review downtown project proposals and celebrate successful EPA grant completion.