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The agenda provides instructions for the public to speak at the meeting or submit written comments before the hearing begins, including contact information for the Clerk’s office.
The amendment would allow the city to establish a nonprofit Municipal Finance Corporation and a Public Bank.
What's happening
Why it matters
These entities could provide new financing options for city projects and support local economic development.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The committee voted to recommend the charter amendment that would create a Municipal Finance Corporation and a Public Bank as nonprofit entities, to be placed on the November 3, 2026 ballot.
Decided Jun 22, 2026.
The committee is reviewing a draft charter amendment that would change the organization and functions of several boards and commissions, remove certain reporting requirements, modify membership rules, consolidate bodies, and expand the Public Utilities Commission’s authority, with a public vote scheduled for November 3, 2026.
A draft ordinance proposes creating an Entertainment Zone on Chestnut Street and adjacent streets, defining its boundaries from Divisadero to Fillmore and other blocks, and confirming the Planning Department’s environmental review.
A draft initiative ordinance would create an Affordable Grocery Fund in the Administrative Code to collect appropriated money, gifts, grants, or donations to expand access to affordable, nutritious food for city residents.
The Board approved a resolution that allows DHS leaders to solicit private donations for expanding temporary shelters, despite the Behested Payment Ordinance.
What's happening
Why it matters
It could bring extra resources to help people experiencing homelessness.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The committee voted to recommend a resolution authorizing the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing’s leadership to solicit private donations for expanding temporary shelters, despite the Behested Payment Ordinance.
Decided Jun 22, 2026.
The draft amendment would raise the yearly amount the city must allocate to the Housing Trust Fund.
What's happening
Why it matters
More funding can support building and preserving affordable housing and help households with down‑payment loans.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The committee amended the charter amendment to increase the required annual appropriation to the Housing Trust Fund, adjust funding mechanisms, extend its sunset date, and modify related provisions.
Decided Jun 22, 2026.
The amendment would let the Board of Supervisors modify certain initiative ordinances.
What's happening
Why it matters
Changes could streamline city governance and affect how services are overseen.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The committee amended the charter amendment to revise the structure, authority, and reporting requirements of various boards, commissions, and advisory bodies.
Decided Jun 22, 2026.