What happened on Wednesday, 15 November 2023
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
Legislators recognized Ted Wilson for his legacy in public service and air quality.
Taylorsville City Council, Taylorsville, Salt Lake County, Utah
City launches driver apprenticeship program to address CDL staffing challenges and improve waste services.
San Francisco County, California
Ordinance extends tax exemption for affordable housing transfers retroactively to 2017.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners discuss remote public comment restrictions in response to mayor's office directive.
San Francisco County, California
Recreation & Park asked the committee to accept a $3.9M California State Parks grant to renovate two blocks of Buchanan Mall; the grant requires a 1:1 city match and a deed restriction preserving the space as public recreation in perpetuity.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
Utah Senate appreciates Ted Wilson's dedication and impactful legacy in public service.
Taylorsville City Council, Taylorsville, Salt Lake County, Utah
Utah seeks $46 million federal grant for $70 million water treatment plant upgrade project.
San Francisco County, California
The committee voted to forward an ordinance extending the affordable‑housing transfer‑tax exemption retroactively to Jan. 1, 2017, through Dec. 31, 2030, expanding eligibility and waiving penalties and interest for qualifying transfers; BLA estimates $30–45M in reduced general‑fund revenue 2017–2030.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Technical advisory committee reviews options for managing sea level rise at Embarcadero piers.
San Francisco County, California
Council authorizes amendment for Sunnydale project to address construction cost overruns and delays.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
Senate reviews and confirms Judge Ryan Peters for Fourth District Court in Utah.
San Francisco County, California
The city's Health Service System briefed the Budget and Finance Committee on a 10.3% overall premium increase in 2024—about $79 million—and on actions to seek market bids and pursue care‑management and primary‑care strategies to limit future spikes.
Community voices concerns over marijuana facility's impact on health and property values in meeting.
San Francisco County, California
The Board approves an ordinance extending tax exemptions for affordable housing projects retroactively.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Elixter saloon and El Pollaios restaurant seek inclusion in San Francisco's legacy business registry.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Board discusses appeal and options for addressing permit holder's needs and safety concerns.
Residents express growing concerns over persistent odors affecting health and quality of life.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
The Senate presented an official citation recognizing Ted Wilson's public service, citing his tenure as Salt Lake City mayor, leadership at the Hinckley Institute and environmental and civic contributions.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commission supports landmark designation for Grand Theater and Westwood Park entrance pillars.
San Francisco County, California
The Recreation and Park Department gains funding to improve community space at Buchanan Mall.
San Francisco County, California
Healthcare costs rise to $800 million as Medicare reimbursements drop to 3.2%.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Bruno questions loss of jurisdiction over specific permit requests at the meeting.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commission endorses SCRAP and Heroes Club as significant cultural assets in San Francisco.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
The Senate approved a package of gubernatorial appointments by voice/roll call (25-0 with four absent) and, after a separate division and an explanation of vote, consented to Kip Cashmore's reappointment to the Board of Financial Institutions 21-4 with four absent.
Residents demand relocation of facility due to persistent odors and noise affecting property values.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Residents urge board to approve stairs repairs citing safety hazards for their autistic son.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners support proposal highlighting historical context and racial equity in Sunnyside District.
San Francisco County, California
City enhances Treasure Island project agreements to support affordable housing and infrastructure development.
Arkansas faces growing concerns over well water quality affecting agriculture and irrigation practices.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
The Utah Senate consented to Governor Spencer J. Cox's nomination of Ryan Peters to the Fourth District Juvenile Court, voting 24-0 with five senators absent; Peters addressed the chamber and thanked supporters after the confirmation.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The commission unanimously recommended landmark designation for the Grand Theater (2665 Mission St.) and the Westwood Park entrance gateway and pillars, citing architectural and cultural significance and directing staff to forward both nominations to the Board of Supervisors.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Resident criticizes failure to address building violations despite previous appeal approvals.
San Francisco County, California
The Budget and Finance Committee voted to forward two resolutions authorizing up to $17 million in CFD special‑tax bonds and up to $10 million in IRFD tax‑increment bonds for Treasure Island infrastructure, to reimburse developer costs and fund affordable‑housing predevelopment.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
Senate votes unanimously to confirm Ryan Peters as juvenile court judge in Utah.
San Francisco County, California
Committee authorizes $27M in bonds to support infrastructure and housing development on Treasure Island.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The commission unanimously approved nominations for Elixir, El Palaios, Heroes Club and Friends of SCRAP to the Legacy Business Registry, praising their cultural, historical and neighborhood value and discussing promotional steps such as QR codes and digital access.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The board continued an appeal over a repair permit for rear stairs at 1331–1333 Church Street to Jan. 10 so the Department of Building Inspection can seek a code-advisory interpretation on whether two permits are required when stairs are fastened into an adjacent property. The permit holder cited safety concerns for his son; neighbors argue the work affects their property line.
San Francisco County, California
Board of Supervisors approves bonds to fund developer costs and affordable housing projects
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
Governor Cox calls Utah Senate to consent to critical state government appointments
San Francisco County, California
The committee recommended a $1.5M loan increase (to ~$26.6M) for Sunnydale Infrastructure Phase 1A3 to cover weather delays, unforeseen conditions, and temporary power costs; BLA asked for a 30‑day report on SFPUC reimbursement and urged clarity on future cost‑sharing.
San Francisco County, California
The committee recommended approval of technical amendments to Mission Rock parcel leases and forwarded two port lease agreements: a six‑year Recology lease at Pier 96 (approx. $369,500/month) and a three‑year Anderson Enterprises lease at Piers 68–70 for vehicle storage.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The San Francisco Board of Appeals granted an appeal to remove an Italian stone pine after San Francisco Public Works and the property owners agreed pole and transformer work by PG&E left the tree unsustainable at its location. The decision was unanimous and the rehearing period was waived.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
Senate votes to consent to governor's appointments including Clark Whitworth for trusteeship.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
After weeks of debate about a mayoral instruction to end routine remote public comment, the Historic Preservation Commission voted 5–1 to continue consideration of the policy to Jan. 17, 2024, while noting disability accommodations would remain available.
San Francisco County, California
San Francisco supervisors endorse legislation to alleviate tax burdens on nonprofit housing developers.