Budget and Appropriations Committee
Summary cards
The committee recommended an ordinance that modifies the baseline funding requirements for early care and education programs, allowing the city to use interest earned from the Commercial Rents Tax to fund those baseline programs.
The committee recommended an ordinance amending the Administrative Code to increase certain utility meter fees and to let the Controller adjust device fees for weights and measures and utility meters each year up to the state‑allowed maximum.
The committee continued consideration of an ordinance that would remove the requirement for the Department of Elections to publish the legal text of ballot measures in the Voter Information Pamphlet and give the Director discretion over format.
The committee recommended an ordinance authorizing the City Administrator to pause, reduce, or return annual contributions by departments that contract for Public Works to the Self‑Insurance Surety Bond Fund.
What's happening
Why it matters
Changing contributions can free up funds for other city projects or reduce the financial burden on contracting departments.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Budget and Appropriations Committee meeting at City Hall, Legislative Chamber, Room 250.
Email: brent.jalipa@sfgov.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments to the Clerk of the Board at 1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place, Room 244, or via the budget website link provided.
Decision update
The item “Authorize Adjustments to Self‑Insurance Surety Bond Fund” was approved.
Decided Jun 25, 2026.
The committee recommended a resolution approving the expenditure plan for the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing Fund for fiscal years 2026‑2027 and 2027‑2028.
The committee recommended an ordinance that extends the waiver of first‑year permit, license, and business registration fees for qualifying small businesses until July 1, 2027 or until the waiver fund is exhausted.
The committee recommended an ordinance adopting the tax‑designated ceiling for the Neighborhood Beautification and Graffiti Clean‑up Fund for tax year 2026.
The committee recommended a resolution authorizing the San Francisco Public Library to accept up to $1,500,000 in in‑kind gifts, services, and cash from the Friends of the San Francisco Public Library for the Chinatown Branch renovation project.
What's happening
Why it matters
The grant supports needed upgrades to library facilities, improving community access to books and programs in Chinatown.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Budget and Appropriations Committee meeting at City Hall, Legislative Chamber, Room 250.
Email: brent.jalipa@sfgov.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments to the Clerk of the Board at 1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place, Room 244, or via the budget website link provided.
Decision update
The item “Accept and Expend Grant for Chinatown Library Renovation” passed (Ayes: 5 - Chan, Dorsey, Sauter, Walton, Mandelman [Business and Tax Regulations Code - Extending Waiver of Permit, License, and Business Registration Fees for Certain; Noes: None).
Decided Jun 25, 2026.
A hearing was held to consider the Mayor’s proposed budget for all city departments for fiscal years 2026‑2027 and 2027‑2028. The budget outlines expected revenues and spending priorities.
What's happening
Why it matters
The budget determines how city services are funded, affecting everything from public safety to parks.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Budget and Appropriations Committee meeting at City Hall, Legislative Chamber, Room 250.
Email: brent.jalipa@sfgov.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments to the Clerk of the Board at 1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place, Room 244, or via the budget website link provided.
Decision update
The item “Mayor's Proposed Budget for City Departments FY 2026‑2028” was heard and filed.
Decided Jun 25, 2026.
The committee voted to recommend the Budget and Appropriation Ordinance that appropriates all estimated receipts and expenditures for city departments for fiscal years ending June 30, 2027 and June 30, 2028.
The committee voted to recommend the Annual Salary Ordinance that enumerates positions, sets compensation, and authorizes appointments for fiscal years ending June 30, 2027 and June 30, 2028.
The committee recommended an ordinance that amends the Health Code to set patient rates for services provided by the Department of Public Health for fiscal years 2026‑2027 and 2027‑2028.
The committee recommended a resolution authorizing the Department of Public Health to accept and spend recurring state grant funds for fiscal year 2026‑2027.
The committee tabled an ordinance that would increase the filing fee and per‑word fee for paid ballot arguments.
A hearing was held on the administrative provisions contained in the proposed Appropriation Ordinance that would appropriate all estimated receipts and expenditures for city departments for FY 2026‑2027 and 2027‑2028.
A hearing was held on the administrative provisions contained in the proposed Annual Salary Ordinance that enumerates positions and sets compensation for FY 2026‑2027 and 2027‑2028.
The committee recommended a resolution that concurs with the Controller’s 2026 Consumer Price Index and adjusts the Access Line Tax by the same rate.
The committee recommended a resolution concurring with the Controller’s certification that certain department services can be performed by private contractors at lower cost than city employees.
The committee recommended a resolution concurring with the Controller’s certification that new department services—such as Protective Services for Adult Probation and Materials Testing for Public Works—can be performed by private contractors at lower cost.
The committee recommended a resolution authorizing the Recreation and Park Department to issue an amended permit for ticketed concerts at the Golden Gate Park Polo Field, with minimum fees of $1,530,000 for two‑day events and $2,295,000 for three‑day events through 2029, and options to extend the permit to 2035.
What's happening
Why it matters
The permit sets the terms and fees for large concerts, impacting city revenue and the use of park space for major events.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Budget and Appropriations Committee meeting at City Hall, Legislative Chamber, Room 250.
Email: brent.jalipa@sfgov.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments to the Clerk of the Board at 1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place, Room 244, or via the budget website link provided.
Decision update
The item “Permit Amendment for Polo Field Concerts – Another Planet Entertainment” passed (Ayes: 5 - Chan, Dorsey, Sauter, Walton, Mandelman Chair Chan, seconded by Vice Dorsey, moved to RESCIND the previous vote; Noes: None).
Decided Jun 25, 2026.
A hearing was held to consider the proposed Budget and Appropriation Ordinance that appropriates estimated receipts and expenditures for a range of departments, including the Airport Commission, City Planning, Public Library, and others, as of May 1, 2026.
A hearing was held to consider the Proposed Annual Salary Ordinance that enumerates positions and sets compensation for selected departments as of May 1, 2026, for fiscal years 2026‑2027 and 2027‑2028.
What's happening
Why it matters
The ordinance determines salary levels for many city employees, affecting payroll costs and staffing decisions.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Budget and Appropriations Committee meeting at City Hall, Legislative Chamber, Room 250.
Email: brent.jalipa@sfgov.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments to the Clerk of the Board at 1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place, Room 244, or via the budget website link provided.
Decision update
The item “Proposed Annual Salary Ordinance for Selected Departments FY 2026‑2028” passed (Ayes: 5 - Chan, Dorsey, Sauter, Walton, Mandelman [Proposed Annual Salary Ordinance for Selected Departments, as of May 1, 2026, for FYs 2026-2027 and 2027-2028] 2604; Noes: None).
Decided Jun 25, 2026.
The committee recommended an ordinance temporarily suspending the cap on using Homelessness Gross Receipts Tax revenues to fund short‑term rental subsidies, allowing increased expenditures for those subsidies.
