Budget and Finance Committee
Summary cards
The Committee will consider an initiative ordinance that, if approved, will eliminate the real‑property‑transfer‑tax foreclosure exemption for all properties except residential and mixed‑use properties with fewer than five units, starting March 1, 2027.
The Committee will consider an ordinance that retroactively provides a gross‑receipts‑tax credit to small hardware retailers for tax years 2026 through 2035.
The City and County of San Francisco are approving a purchase and sale agreement with Pacific Gas and Electric Company for the property at 5000 Hunters Point Boulevard. The land is about 14,345 square feet and the purchase price is $575,000. The property will be placed under the Recreation and Parks Department.
The Director of Property, on behalf of the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing, is authorized to lease a 31,200‑square‑foot property at 125 Bayshore Boulevard. The lease is for ten years with two five‑year renewal options, starting July 1, 2026, at an annual base rent of $655,200 with 3% yearly increases.
What's happening
Why it matters
The space will provide emergency shelter for homeless individuals, directly supporting the city’s homelessness response.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The item “Lease 125 Bayshore Blvd for emergency shelter” was recommended for approval.
Decided Jul 15, 2026.
$1,926,125 of Boarding of Prisoners revenue and $14,043,516 are allocated to fund overtime salaries for the Sheriff’s Office.
What's happening
Why it matters
It directs city funds to cover increased overtime costs, affecting public safety budgeting.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The item “Appropriation for Sheriff overtime salaries” was recommended for approval.
Decided Jul 15, 2026.
The City will consider releasing $2,430,466 from reserve funds to support community ambassador services at two shelter programs.
What's happening
Why it matters
It provides financial support for programs that help shelter residents navigate services, improving homeless assistance.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The item “Release $2,430,466 for community ambassador services” was heard and filed.
Decided Jul 15, 2026.
The city approves a $950,000 easement for PG&E to install subsurface utilities under Visitacion Avenue and Mansell Street in John McLaren Park.
What's happening
Why it matters
Allows necessary utility work while protecting park integrity.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The item “PG&E easement for utilities in John McLaren Park” was recommended for approval.
Decided Jul 15, 2026.
The City will consider releasing $4,431,400 from reserve funds to expand community ambassador services in the South of Market and Tenderloin neighborhoods.
What's happening
Why it matters
It expands assistance programs for homeless individuals in high‑need neighborhoods, impacting community services.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The item “Release $4,431,400 for community ambassador services in SoMa and Tenderloin” was heard and filed.
Decided Jul 15, 2026.
The agreement duration is extended from July 31, 2025 to the earlier of December 31, 2027 or until a new long‑term agreement is executed.
What's happening
Why it matters
Extending the agreement ensures continued sewer service for Brisbane and Guadalupe Valley areas.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The item “Extension of Sewer Service agreement with Brisbane” was recommended for approval.
Decided Jul 15, 2026.
The City will raise the Canon copier lease and purchase contract by $6,300,000, up to a total not to exceed $15,300,000.
What's happening
Why it matters
It expands spending on copier equipment, impacting city operations and budget.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The item “Increase Canon copier contract by $6,300,000” was recommended for approval.
Decided Jul 15, 2026.
The City will raise the plumbing supplies contract by $12,310,000, for a total not to exceed $15,510,000.
What's happening
Why it matters
It adds cost for city plumbing supplies, affecting budget and maintenance services.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The item “Increase Sigillo plumbing supplies contract by $12,310,000” was recommended for approval.
Decided Jul 15, 2026.
The City would eliminate the real property transfer tax foreclosure exemption for most property transfers, starting March 1, 2027.
What's happening
Why it matters
Changing the tax exemption could increase city revenue and affect property owners.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The item “Proposed change to real property transfer tax exemption” was amended in committee.
Decided Jul 15, 2026.
The City will enter a 75‑year ground lease with Mercy Housing for the property at 1939 Market Street, paying $15,000 annual rent.
What's happening
Why it matters
The lease creates new affordable housing units for low‑income households in the city.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Budget and Finance Committee meeting on 7/15/2026 at 10:00 AM.
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Decision update
The item “Ground Lease for 187-Unit Affordable Housing on Market St” was recommended for approval.
Decided Jul 15, 2026.
The City would increase the Canon copier lease contract by $6,300,000, raising the total limit to $15,300,000.
The loan agreement is amended to allow up to $27,248,500 for pre‑development costs of a 216‑unit affordable senior housing project on Great Highway.
What's happening
Why it matters
Funding the project helps create affordable housing for low‑income and formerly homeless seniors.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Budget and Finance Committee meeting on 7/15/2026 at 10:00 AM.
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Decision update
The item “Loan Amendment for 216-Unit Senior Affordable Housing” was recommended for approval.
Decided Jul 15, 2026.
The City would increase the Microsoft Enterprise Products contract by $60,000,000, raising the total limit to $115,000,000.
What's happening
Why it matters
Increasing the contract limit could raise the city’s technology spending.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The item “Increase Microsoft Enterprise contract by $60 M” was recommended for approval.
Decided Jul 15, 2026.
The Port will lease about 4,635 sq ft of restaurant space and 2,992 sq ft of outdoor dining at 1300 Battery Street.
What's happening
Why it matters
The lease creates a new dining venue that can generate revenue for the Port and serve the public.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Budget and Finance Committee meeting on 7/15/2026 at 10:00 AM.
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Decision update
The item “Port Lease for 1300 Battery Street Restaurant Space” was recommended for approval.
Decided Jul 15, 2026.
The City would increase the Sigillo plumbing supplies contract by $12,310,000, raising the total limit to $15,510,000.
What's happening
Why it matters
Increasing the plumbing supplies contract could raise city maintenance expenses.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The item “Increase Sigillo plumbing supplies contract by $12.31 M” was approved with amendments (Ayes: 3 - Chan, Dorsey, Sauter Page 7 City and County of San Francisco Printed at 9:38 am on 7/17/26 July 15, 2026Budget and Finance CommitteeMeeting Minutes - Final; Noes: None).
Decided Jul 15, 2026.
The City will acquire a 14,345‑square‑foot property at 5000 Hunters Point Boulevard for $575,000.
What's happening
Why it matters
Adding the land gives the city space for new park facilities that benefit nearby residents.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Budget and Finance Committee meeting on 7/15/2026 at 10:00 AM.
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Decision update
The item “Purchase of 5000 Hunters Point Blvd Property for Parks” was recommended for approval.
Decided Jul 15, 2026.
The contract amount is increased by $70,545,604, up to a total not to exceed $234,891,608.
What's happening
Why it matters
More funding supports the citywide early care workforce plan, benefiting early‑education providers and families.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Budget and Finance Committee meeting on 7/15/2026 at 10:00 AM.
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Decision update
The item “Increase Early Care Workforce Contract Funding” was recommended for approval.
Decided Jul 15, 2026.
The Port will discontinue a $50,000 monthly management fee paid to Pasha Automotive Services.
What's happening
Why it matters
Removing the fee saves the city money and changes the financial terms of the port‑Pasha relationship.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Budget and Finance Committee meeting on 7/15/2026 at 10:00 AM.
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Decision update
The item “Remove $50,000 Monthly Fee from Port Management” was recommended for approval.
Decided Jul 15, 2026.
The city will accept an in‑kind consulting services gift valued at $2,520,000 from FUSE Corp.
What's happening
Why it matters
The consulting gift provides expertise to improve coordination of housing, health, and homelessness services.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Budget and Finance Committee meeting on 7/15/2026 at 10:00 AM.
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Decision update
The item “Accept $2.52 M In‑Kind Consulting Gift” was recommended for approval.
Decided Jul 15, 2026.
The city will purchase the 14,345‑sq‑ft property at 5000 Hunters Point Blvd for $575,000.
