What happened on Monday, 11 September 2023
San Francisco County, California
The Land Use & Transportation Committee approved a six-month extension and an amendment lowering the threshold for conditional-use review of parcel-delivery facilities from 10,000 to 5,000 square feet, after labor and environmental groups warned companies could otherwise ‘slip through’ the code.
San Francisco County, California
The Rules Committee on Sept. 11 recommended Norlissa Cooper to fill seat 9 on the San Francisco Health Authority, noting her clinical experience at San Francisco General Hospital and stated goals to reduce health disparities and expand cessation services; the recommendation moves to the full Board.
Summit County Health Department, Summit County Commission and Boards, Summit County, Utah
Summit County Health hosts climate series featuring experts on health impacts next Tuesday.
REVENUE & TAX - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Senate Bill 1 would transfer roughly $710.6 million from general reserve funds into a restricted account requiring a two‑thirds vote of the Arkansas Legislative Council to access; sponsor said the measure is an "insurance policy" for future downturns and not a funding source for the tax changes.
San Francisco County, California
Board acknowledges improvements at The Rocks Dog Park on Yerba Buena Island.
JUDICIARY COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Senate passes motion with majority votes from McKee, Hester, and others.
Summit County Health Department, Summit County Commission and Boards, Summit County, Utah
Hospitalizations signal COVID rise as testing and surveillance decline in the US.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
President Collins leads meeting with land acknowledgment honoring Ramaytush Ohlone heritage.
REVENUE & TAX - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
The Senate Revenue & Tax committee voted to advance Senate Bill 8, which lowers the top individual income tax rate to 4.4%, cuts the corporate rate to 4.8%, and provides a $150 per-taxpayer credit. Testimony from education, disability and child-advocacy groups urged caution, saying prior cuts have already reduced funding for services.
JUDICIARY COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
The Senate Judiciary Committee approved a bill to insert an explicit effective date for a sentencing enhancement tied to possession of a firearm, stating the change is not retroactive and will take effect Jan. 1, 2024. The committee recorded roll call votes, though announcements of the tally were inconsistent.
Summit County Health Department, Summit County Commission and Boards, Summit County, Utah
Officials link increased respiratory illnesses to closed environments and over-testing during COVID.
PUBLIC HEALTH, WELFARE AND LABOR COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
State health officials told the Public Health Committee the prescription drug monitoring program (PDMP) remains active and free to access via the website, but a one-time grant that supported integration with electronic health records has expired; department staff said they are pursuing federal grants and opioid settlement funds to restore broader integration.
Summit County Health Department, Summit County Commission and Boards, Summit County, Utah
Experts advise minimizing baby kissing and sharing utensils to reduce RSV spread.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Arts Commission adds Sarah Hollenbeck and Lex Lifite as deputy directors in key roles.
San Francisco County, California
Supervisors approve ordinance to support outdoor dining for local businesses amid shared spaces program.
PUBLIC HEALTH, WELFARE AND LABOR COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
The Public Health, Welfare and Labor Committee advanced Senate Bill 3, reinstating state limits on COVID-19 vaccine mandates for state entities and requiring entities seeking federal funds to request legislative review; the committee approved the bill by voice vote after one proponent testified.
Summit County Health Department, Summit County Commission and Boards, Summit County, Utah
Florida anticipates a near-normal RSV season with a new monoclonal antibody for high-risk groups.
Summit County Health Department, Summit County Commission and Boards, Summit County, Utah
Mayor Marsh grants parking for the mammogram bus, enhancing public health services in North Somerset.
Summit County Health Department, Summit County Commission and Boards, Summit County, Utah
Wastewater levels will be reported weekly starting this October to enhance data monitoring.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Remington shares key cultural events and initiatives supporting diversity and community engagement.
San Francisco County, California
Supervisors agree to amend zoning controls from 10,000 to 5,000 square feet.
EDUCATION COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Senator Davis addresses Senate Bill 3, enhancing scholarship access for disabled students.
Summit County Health Department, Summit County Commission and Boards, Summit County, Utah
The health department announces a new tagline and explores public health accreditation opportunities.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Jackie Von Trescau presents artworks celebrating the Muwekma Ohlone at Alameda Creek Watershed Center
EDUCATION COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Senate Bill 4, introduced by Sen. Jane English, clarifies that exterior doors at public, charter and private schools must be closed and locked when students are present; the committee approved a do-pass recommendation after brief questioning about egress and locking mechanisms.
San Francisco County, California
Community members express support for legislative amendments to facilitate more medium-sized housing projects.
Summit County Health Department, Summit County Commission and Boards, Summit County, Utah
Utah tracks wastewater COVID data revealing fluctuating trends and hospitalizations in Summit County.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The committee endorses two artist grants and updates community services allocation plans.
EDUCATION COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
The Senate Education Committee voted to give a do-pass recommendation to a technical fix from Sen. Brianne Davis that preserves comparable funding for a narrow group of low-income students with disabilities moving from SUCCEED scholarships into Education Freedom Accounts.
Summit County Health Department, Summit County Commission and Boards, Summit County, Utah
WIC director Jennifer Pabman invites community to a costume-themed event on October 13
Summit County Health Department, Summit County Commission and Boards, Summit County, Utah
Colville City recognized for health promotion efforts and partnership with Summit County Health Department.
San Francisco County, California
Health officials emphasize expanding smoking cessation services and youth education on tobacco.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Director Remington and gallery staff previewed fall 2023 exhibitions at City Hall and the Main Gallery, reported on public art milestones, and introduced two new deputy directors joining the Arts Commission.
Summit County Health Department, Summit County Commission and Boards, Summit County, Utah
Health department leaders proposed the tagline "a healthier community for all," described a funded effort to pursue national public-health accreditation (no county match required), and updated the board on a deputy director vacancy (47 applicants) and an ongoing budget committee process.
San Francisco County, California
Supervisors adopted amendments to reduce on-site and off-site inclusionary requirements for 10–24 unit pipeline projects and certain Home SF projects, then continued the ordinance one week to allow final committee report and continued vetting.
San Francisco County, California
After public commenters raised coastal-zone and precedent concerns, the committee continued consideration of a proposed cultural-center special-use-district for Wobona Street and 40 Fifth Avenue to Oct. 30 at the sponsor's request.
Summit County Health Department, Summit County Commission and Boards, Summit County, Utah
Officials plan to allow residents to report at-home COVID flu and RSV test results.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The commission unanimously authorized the director to contract with AECOM Technical Services LLC for an agency‑wide strategic and business plan not to exceed $374,000; Director Remington said the effort will span two years (strategy then implementation).
San Francisco County, California
The Rules Committee unanimously recommended David Moroff on Sept. 11 to fill the newly created seat 6 on the Reentry Council (term through June 1, 2024). Moroff said the organization he represents has delivered pretrial services in San Francisco for 47 years and handles about 70% of releases from the county jail; the nomination advances to the full Board.
Summit County Health Department, Summit County Commission and Boards, Summit County, Utah
Summit County staff presented Colville City's Get Healthy Utah Healthy Community Award, highlighting the role of Tabitha Edson and the partnership that helped the city secure designation and potential funding eligibility through 2026.
Summit County Health Department, Summit County Commission and Boards, Summit County, Utah
Experts predict a return to normal flu seasonality with updated vaccines for H1N1.
Summit County Health Department, Summit County Commission and Boards, Summit County, Utah
Summit County Health Department staff presented fall 2023 projections for COVID-19, influenza and RSV, saying modest nationwide and state upticks are appearing, wastewater surveillance remains the best available local indicator, and updated COVID and RSV products should be available soon pending federal guidance.
San Francisco County, California
The committee voted to forward an ordinance that would allow a curbside traffic island in the Outer Sunset to be reclassified so the Whitecap bar can apply for a shared-spaces sidewalk permit; the action makes the site eligible but does not grant a permit or waive ADA and Public Works review.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The San Francisco Arts Commission on Sept. 11 approved fiscal-year 2024 operating grants for cultural centers and authorized multi-year grant agreements covering 2024–2026, including a 2023–24 total of $1,614,462 and multi-year authority up to $4,350,870. Motions passed unanimously.
San Francisco County, California
The committee voted to acknowledge the Treasure Island Development Authority's acceptance of the Rocks Dog Park on Yerba Buena Island and forward the ordinance to the full board with a positive recommendation after presentation on ongoing housing and infrastructure progress.