Budget and Finance Committee

What's happening

• The committee amended the Police Code to prohibit the retail sale of nitrous oxide, except for medical/dental procedures, research, manufacturing, and food-product purposes.
• Violations become infractions or misdemeanors, enforceable by the Public Health Director, with possible jail time, fines, civil penalties, and revocation of a tobacco sales permit.

Why it matters

It restricts access to nitrous oxide, a substance often misused for recreational inhalant abuse, improving public safety and health.

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• The Department of Public Health will accept a $12,710.44 gift from Epic Systems Corporation.
• The gift funds the 2025 UGM Safety Net Grant to help low‑income and at‑risk populations from July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026.

Why it matters

It supports safety‑net services for vulnerable low‑income residents.

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• The City will apply for the 2026 HUD Continuum of Care program grant.
• The grant is expected to bring in more than $16,000,000 in revenue.
• Approval fulfills the Board of Supervisors’ review process for grants of $5,000,000 or more.

Why it matters

The funding will support local homelessness services and expand affordable housing resources.

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• The City and County will settle an unlitigated claim filed by International Federation of Technical Engineers, Local 21 for $201,174.
• The settlement resolves an unfair practice charge arising from an employment dispute.

Why it matters

Settling the claim avoids further litigation costs and resolves a labor dispute affecting city finances.

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• The Department of Public Health is authorized to accept and spend a $37,500 gift from Epic Systems Corporation.
• The gift is designated to help low‑income and at‑risk populations from July 1 2025 through June 30 2026.

Why it matters

It adds funding for health programs serving vulnerable community members.

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• The committee considered a resolution to retroactively approve a $1,119,045 increase to a CDC grant, bringing the total grant to $15,873,392.
• The grant supports the “Strengthening STD Prevention and Control for Health Departments” program from 2019 through February 28, 2027.

Why it matters

Approving the grant increase enables the health department to continue STD prevention programs, protecting community health.

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• The City and County will settle unlitigated claims filed by Service Employees International Union, Local 1021 for $181,306.
• The settlement addresses unfair practice charges arising from employment disputes.

Why it matters

The settlement resolves labor claims, preventing further legal expenses and stabilizing workforce relations.

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• The Department of Public Health will accept and spend a $250,000 grant from the State of California’s Essential Access Health.
• The funds support the Comprehensive Sexual and Reproductive Health Program for one year starting April 1, 2026.

Why it matters

The grant expands sexual and reproductive health services, improving public health outcomes for Californians.

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• The City authorizes the purchase of 758 Pacific Avenue for $2,178,786.
• The property will be placed under the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to build affordable housing, financed with a loan amendment up to $13,666,153.

Why it matters

It adds new affordable housing units, helping low‑income residents find stable homes.

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• The committee recommends a motion to place on the November 3, 2026 ballot an ordinance that would end the foreclosure exemption for most property transfers starting March 1, 2027.
• The change would increase city revenues and raise the appropriation limit by the amount of tax collected for four years.

Why it matters

It removes a tax break for many property owners and generates new revenue for city services.

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• The City will sign a lease with 3rd Street Youth Center and Clinic for the 2nd and 3rd floors of 888 Post Street.
• The lease runs for two years starting July 1, 2026, with an annual base rent of $1.
• The below‑market rent is deemed a public purpose because it creates a navigation center for transitional‑age youth experiencing homelessness.

Why it matters

It provides a low‑cost space for a navigation center that helps homeless youth transition to stable housing.

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• The committee approved the emergency declaration for dredging at the San Francisco Marina Yacht Harbor.
• The work is estimated to cost more than $2,500,000.

Why it matters

Dredging is needed to keep the harbor safe for navigation and protect the surrounding environment.

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• The committee approved a retroactive resolution allowing the Recreation and Park Department to accept and spend a $200,000 grant from the California Department of Parks and Recreation for the Sunset Dunes Striping and Signage Project.
• The grant covers the period July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2028.

Why it matters

Improved striping and signage increase safety and visibility for park users on Sunset Dunes.

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• The City authorizes forgiving about $1,172,500 of outstanding rent and lowering the base rent to $5,000 per month for the Shew Yick property.
• The month‑to‑month lease will end on September 30, 2026.

Why it matters

Provides financial relief to the tenant and supports continued use of the property.

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• The City approves a second amendment to the contract with Resource Design Interiors for system furniture.
• The amendment adds $8,750,000, raising the total not to exceed $17,750,000, and extends the term three years, three months, and 17 days to December 31 2029.

Why it matters

It secures additional funding for office furnishings needed across city departments.

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• The City approves an amendment to the contract with Resource Design Interiors for system furniture.
• The amendment raises the contract ceiling by $1,630,000 to a total not to exceed $10,630,000 and extends the term three years to September 14 2029.

Why it matters

It provides funding for needed office furniture, supporting city operations and employees.

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• The committee heard a request to release $1,118,828 from reserve funds to the Sheriff’s Office.
• The funds would cover $25,000 for additional rent at 70 Oak Grove, $93,828 for expanded body‑camera software licenses, and $1,000,000 for salary and fringe costs.

Why it matters

Releasing the money would fund police equipment, staffing, and facility costs, directly affecting public safety services.

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• The City will accept a $250,000 grant from the Jain‑Trivedi Fund.
• The grant will fund higher per diems for qualifying low‑income jurors in criminal cases from August 1 2026 through July 31 2031.

Why it matters

It helps low‑income citizens serve on juries by covering their expenses, supporting a fairer justice system.

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• The City authorizes forgiving approximately $1,172,500 of $1,507,500 outstanding rent.
• The monthly base rent is reduced to $5,000 until the lease ends on September 30 2026.

Why it matters

The relief helps keep the commercial space occupied and supports the tenant’s financial stability.

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• The Department of Public Health is authorized to accept and spend a $115,000 gift from Epic Systems Corporation.
• The gift is designated to help low‑income and at‑risk populations from July 1 2025 through June 30 2026.

Why it matters

It provides additional funding for health services aimed at vulnerable residents.

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