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Sheriff’s Office budget: overtime salaries and de-appropriations
Ordinance appropriates $1,926,125 of boarding of prisoners revenue to the Sheriff’s Office.
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Public spending, fees, taxes, bonds, contracts, and the tradeoffs behind public money.
Ordinance appropriates $1,926,125 of boarding of prisoners revenue to the Sheriff’s Office.
The board will authorize settlement of an employee lawsuit for $8,725,000.
The board will authorize settlement of a civil‑rights lawsuit for $825,000.
The board will approve settlement of a grievance for Cherisse Boland for $193,267.70.
The Board is asked to approve an annexation supplement to the Amended and Restated Infrastructure Financing Plan for Treasure Island.
The Board will order an initiative to be placed on the November 3, 2026 ballot to amend the Business and Tax Regulations Code.
The Board will adopt a resolution expressing intent to issue bonds following the annexation of property to the Treasure Island financing district.
The Board will approve settlement of unlitigated claims filed by Service Employees International Union, Local 1021 for $181,306.
The Board will approve settlement of an unlitigated claim filed by International Federation of Technical Engineers, Local 21 for $201,174.
The Treasurer’s Office is authorized to accept a $250,000 grant from the Jain‑Trivedi Fund.
The ordinance would let the City Administrator pause, reduce, or return annual contributions from departments that contract for Public Works to the San Francisco Self‑Insurance Surety Bond Fund.
The ordinance increases certain utility meter fees and authorizes the Controller to adjust device fees for weights and measures and utility meters each year up to the maximum allowed by state law.
The ordinance 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 resolution retroactively authorizes 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, covering July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2028.
The ordinance temporarily suspends the cap on using Homelessness Gross Receipts Tax revenues to fund short‑term rental subsidies and finds that increased expenditures further the Our City, Our Home Fund purposes.
The ordinance adopts the tax designation ceiling for the Neighborhood Beautification and Graffiti Clean‑up Fund for tax year 2026.
The ordinance modifies baseline funding requirements for early care and education programs in FY 2026‑2027 and 2027‑2028 to allow using interest earned from the Early Care and Education Commercial Rents Tax.
The ordinance enumerates and authorizes new, continuing, or temporary positions and their compensation in the FY 2027‑2028 budget.
The ordinance authorizes the Department of Public Works to recover city costs for cleaning illegal dumping through administrative enforcement.
The City and County will pay $89,946.50 to settle Eastern Investment’s claim.
Appropriates $1,926,125 from Boarding of Prisoners revenue for overtime salaries.
The City will pay $1,000,000 to settle a personal injury lawsuit from a city street incident.
The ordinance would waive application review and processing fees for permits to fix violations under the Building Inspection audit amnesty program.
The City will pay $80,000 to settle a breach of contract lawsuit.
The Public Works Code will waive banner and inspection fees for certain nonprofit organizations in designated districts.
The City and County will pay $2,894,613.60 to settle Sunrise Carlisle’s claim.
The City and County will pay $609,369.91 to settle TIH Insurance’s claims.
The City will pay $200,000 to settle a civil rights violation lawsuit.
The City will pay $40,000 to settle a personal injury claim from a sidewalk incident.
The City will pay $65,000 to settle an employment dispute lawsuit.
The ordinance appropriates all estimated receipts and expenditures for city departments for fiscal years ending June 30 2027 and June 30 2028.
The Board will consider final passage of the Budget and Appropriation Ordinance for FY 2026‑2027 and FY 2027‑2028.
Annual Gifts Report for FY 2025‑2026 will be presented by various departments.
The ordinance would increase the maximum amount the Board can delegate to the City Attorney for settling claims from $25,000 to $100,000.
The resolution authorizes a $250,000 grant from the Jain‑Trivedi Fund.
What's happening
Why it matters
Increasing juror per diems helps low‑income citizens serve on juries, promoting a more representative justice system.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: City Hall, Legislative Chamber, Room 25010, 10:00 AM, July 22, 2026
Email: brent.jalipa@sfgov.org
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The Board voted to recommend approval of a $250,000 grant from the Jain‑Trivedi Fund for the “Be The Jury” program to increase juror per diems for low‑income jurors in criminal cases from August 1 2026 through July 31 2031.
Decided Jul 22, 2026.
The hearing proposes releasing $1,118,828 of reserved funds to the Sheriff’s Office.
What's happening
Why it matters
The funds will cover additional rent, expand body‑worn camera software, and provide salaries for the Sheriff’s Office, enhancing public safety services.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: City Hall, Legislative Chamber, Room 25010, 10:00 AM, July 22, 2026
Email: brent.jalipa@sfgov.org
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Consider release of $1,118,828 to Sheriff’s Office” was heard and filed.
Decided Jul 22, 2026.
The motion proposes eliminating the foreclosure exemption on real property transfer tax for most properties.
What's happening
Why it matters
Eliminating the exemption will increase city revenue from property transfers while ensuring residential properties with few units remain exempt.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: City Hall, Legislative Chamber, Room 25010, 10:00 AM, July 22, 2026
Email: brent.jalipa@sfgov.org
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The Board voted to recommend placing on the November 3 2026 ballot an ordinance that would eliminate the real‑property transfer tax foreclosure exemption for most property transfers beginning March 1 2027.
Decided Jul 22, 2026.
The Department of Public Health is authorized to accept and spend a $12,710.44 gift from Epic Systems to help low-income and at-risk populations.
What's happening
Why it matters
The gift provides additional resources for safety-net health services.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Budget and Finance Committee meeting on 7/22/2026 at 10:00 AM.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The Board voted to recommend approval of a $12,710.44 gift from Epic Systems Corporation to the Department of Public Health for low‑income and at‑risk populations for July 1 2025 through June 30 2026.
Decided Jul 22, 2026.
The ordinance amends the Business and Tax Regulations Code to give small hardware retailers a credit against their Gross Receipts Tax for tax years 2026‑2035.
The City and County approved settlement of an unlitigated claim filed by International Federation of Technical Engineers, Local 21 for $201,174.
What's happening
Why it matters
Resolves a labor dispute and avoids further litigation, saving city resources.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Meeting was held on July 22, 2026 at City Hall.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: No public comment period.
Decision update
The Board voted to recommend approval of a $201,174 settlement with International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers, Local 21, and suspended the rule requiring referral of the settlement to the Government Audit and Oversight Committee.
Decided Jul 22, 2026.
The Department of Public Health is authorized to accept and spend a $37,500 gift from Epic Systems to help low-income and at-risk populations.
What's happening
Why it matters
The gift adds funding for health services targeting vulnerable groups.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Budget and Finance Committee meeting on 7/22/2026 at 10:00 AM.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The Board voted to recommend approval of a $37,500 unrestricted gift from Epic Systems Corporation to the Department of Public Health for low‑income and at‑risk populations for July 1 2025 through June 30 2026.
Decided Jul 22, 2026.
The Department of Public Health is authorized to accept and spend a $115,000 gift from Epic Systems to help low-income and at-risk populations.
The City and County approved settlement of unlitigated claims filed by Service Employees International Union, Local 1021 for $181,306.
What's happening
Why it matters
Closes labor disputes and prevents further legal costs, benefiting taxpayers.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Meeting was held on July 22, 2026 at City Hall.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: No public comment period.
Decision update
The Board voted to recommend approval of a $181,306 settlement with Service Employees International Union, Local 1021, and suspended the rule requiring referral of the settlement to the Government Audit and Oversight Committee.
Decided Jul 22, 2026.
The Board calls from the Budget and Finance Committee an initiative ordinance to impose an excise tax on parcels previously used as grocery stores or pharmacies that are now vacant or used differently.
The ordinance raises the minimum grant amount requiring Board approval from $100,000 to $1,000,000 or the federal audit threshold.
The ordinance appropriates all estimated receipts and expenditures for city departments for fiscal years ending June 30, 2027 and June 30, 2028.
The City and County will settle the lawsuit filed by Samuel Rosas for $200,000.
The City and County will settle the lawsuit filed by Anne Liao for $40,000.
The City and County will settle the lawsuit filed by Robert Blaisdell and David Portales for $1,000,000.
The Board will vote to send the excise tax ordinance to voters in the November 3, 2026 election.
The City and County will settle the lawsuit filed by Pauline Silva-Re for $65,000.
The City and County will settle the lawsuit filed by Alfred Martinez Engineering for $80,000.
The Board will hold a public hearing to consider a proposed initiative that would tax owners of vacant or repurposed former grocery or pharmacy sites.
The city will waive review and processing fees for permits that correct violations under the audit amnesty program.
The city will waive banner and inspection fees for qualifying nonprofit groups in designated commercial districts.
The ordinance appropriates $1,926,125 of boarding‑of‑prisoners revenue and $14,043,516 for overtime salaries.
The city will raise fees for certain utility meters.
The City Administrator may pause, lower, or return annual contributions that departments make to the Self‑Insurance Surety Bond Fund for Public Works contracts.
The Board will concur with the Controller’s 2026 Consumer Price Index.
The city will adjust baseline funding for early care and education programs to allow interest from the Commercial Rents Tax to be used.
The city will set the fees that patients must pay for Department of Public Health services for fiscal years 2026‑2027 and 2027‑2028.
The Board will approve the health service system’s operating plans for calendar year 2027.
The city will keep waiving first‑year permit, license, and registration fees for qualifying new small businesses.
What's happening
Why it matters
Reduces startup costs for new small businesses, encouraging local entrepreneurship.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
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Decision update
The Board of Supervisors approved an ordinance amending the Business and Tax Regulations Code to extend the waiver of first‑year permit, license, and business registration fees for qualifying small businesses.
Decided Jul 21, 2026.
The Board will allow the San Francisco Public Library to receive a grant of up to $1.5 million in in‑kind gifts, services, and cash from the Friends of the Library.
The city will raise the minimum grant amount that needs Board approval from $100,000 to the larger of $1,000,000 or the federal audit threshold.
The Board will approve the FY 2026‑2027 budget for the Office of Community Investment and Infrastructure.
The Board will approve the spending plan for the Homelessness and Supportive Housing Fund.
The city will temporarily remove the limit on using Homelessness Gross Receipts Tax money for short‑term rental subsidies.
The city will adopt a maximum tax amount for the Neighborhood Beautification and Graffiti Clean‑up Fund for tax year 2026.
The Board will list and approve salaries for positions included in the FY 2027‑2028 budget.
The City will accept recurring state grant money for the Department of Public Health.
Motion ordering the ordinance to be submitted to voters on November 3, 2026, creating a fund to receive and spend money for expanding access to affordable, nutritious food for City residents.
What's happening
Why it matters
The fund would provide resources to increase affordable, healthy food options for low‑income residents, improving nutrition and public health.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Rules Committee meeting on 7/20/2026 at 10:00 AM.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Create Affordable Grocery Fund” was continued.
Decided Jul 20, 2026.
The committee will consider a motion to place on the November 3, 2026 ballot an ordinance creating a fund to receive and spend money for expanding access to affordable, nutritious food for city residents.
Motion calling from the Budget and Finance Committee to schedule a public hearing on July 21, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. to consider an initiative ordinance imposing an excise tax on persons keeping vacant or differently used parcels that were formerly grocery stores or pharmacies.
What's happening
Why it matters
The proposed tax aims to encourage owners to use vacant grocery‑store sites for community‑benefiting purposes, potentially increasing access to food and services.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Rules Committee meeting on 7/20/2026 at 10:00 AM.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Excise tax on vacant grocery store parcels” was continued.
Decided Jul 20, 2026.
The city will pay $89,946.50 to settle a claim by Eastern Investment Management Co.
What's happening
Why it matters
It reduces the city’s liability and returns funds related to commercial rent taxes.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
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Decision update
The committee voted to recommend approval of a settlement of the Eastern Investment Management Co. claim for $89,946.50.
Decided Jul 16, 2026.
The city will settle claims totaling $609,369.91 with TIH Insurance Holdings, LLC.
What's happening
Why it matters
It resolves large tax disputes and frees up city funds tied up in liens and refunds.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
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Decision update
The committee voted to recommend approval of settlements of TIH Insurance Holdings claims totaling $609,369.91.
Decided Jul 16, 2026.
The city authorizes the Port of San Francisco to execute a settlement agreement with Bauer’s Intelligent Transportation, Inc.
What's happening
Why it matters
The settlement resolves outstanding claims, funds safety improvements at Pier 50, and secures continued tenancy, affecting port operations and city finances.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The committee voted to recommend approval of a settlement authorizing the Port of San Francisco to receive $3,218,996 and related obligations from Bauer’s Intelligent Transportation.
Decided Jul 16, 2026.
The committee will consider a resolution that approves an annexation supplement to the Amended and Restated Infrastructure Financing Plan for the Infrastructure and Revitalization Financing District No. 1 on Treasure Island. The supplement updates the financing plan for the newly annexed property, but no specific action is listed.
What's happening
Why it matters
Updating the financing plan can influence how city projects are funded and may impact future taxes or fees.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The committee voted to recommend approval of an annexation supplement to the Amended and Restated Infrastructure Financing Plan for Treasure Island.
Decided Jul 16, 2026.
The resolution approves the settlement of an unlitigated claim filed by Sunrise Carlisle Propco, LLC for $2,894,613.60, which involves a refund of real‑property transfer taxes. The city will pay the settlement amount.
What's happening
Why it matters
The payment affects the city’s budget and may impact future property‑tax revenue or refunds.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
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Decision update
The committee voted to recommend approval of a settlement of the Sunrise Carlisle Propco claim for $2,894,613.60.
Decided Jul 16, 2026.
The committee will review a resolution to issue bonds following the annexation of property to the Infrastructure and Revitalization Financing District No. 1 on Treasure Island, establishing new project areas. The resolution outlines the intent to finance related projects, but no specific action is noted.
What's happening
Why it matters
Issuing bonds could affect city finances and future taxes for residents and businesses.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The committee voted to recommend approval of a resolution expressing intent to issue bonds following the annexation of property to the Treasure Island financing district.
Decided Jul 16, 2026.
The committee will consider a resolution to issue bonds as part of annexing property to the Infrastructure and Revitalization Financing District No. 1 on Treasure Island.
The committee will consider a resolution authorizing the Port of San Francisco to execute a settlement agreement with Bauer’s Intelligent Transportation, Inc., which includes a total payment of $3,218,996.
What's happening
Why it matters
The settlement resolves outstanding claims, allows Bauer to continue its tenancy, and funds port improvements.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Government Audit and Oversight Committee meeting at City Hall, Legislative Chamber, Room 250
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The Board passed the ordinance authorizing the Port of San Francisco to execute the settlement agreement with Bauer’s Intelligent Transportation for $3,218,996.
Decided Jul 16, 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
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Proposed change to real property transfer tax exemption” was amended in committee.
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
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
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Decision update
The item “Appropriation for Sheriff overtime salaries” was recommended for approval.
Decided Jul 15, 2026.
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 ordinance increases the minimum grant amount that requires Board of Supervisors approval from $100,000 to the greater of $1,000,000 or the federal single‑audit threshold.
The resolution retroactively authorizes the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner to accept and spend a $846,952.62 grant from the California Highway Patrol’s Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program.
The Budget and Legislative Analyst Services are directed to conduct a performance and management audit of the Academy of Sciences for FY 2026‑2027, in collaboration with the Controller’s office.
What's happening
Why it matters
The audit will evaluate the Academy’s performance, ensuring effective use of public resources.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
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Decision update
The item “Audit Academy of Sciences performance and management” was approved.
Decided Jul 14, 2026.
The Board is being asked to approve a motion that sets the budget adoption window between July 15 and August 1.
The San Francisco Unified School District is authorized to issue and sell up to $270,000,000 in general obligation bonds (Election of 2024, Series B).
The city is being asked to approve a settlement of $186,000 with 240 Stockton Street, LLC.
The board is asked to approve a $64,186.44 settlement with Brentwood Holding Company, LP.
The city adopts a budget and appropriation ordinance estimating receipts and expenditures for all departments for FY 2027 and FY 2028.
The Board is considering a tax starting in 2027 for owners who keep former formula retail grocery stores or pharmacies vacant or use them for other purposes.
The Board is asked to authorize the Port of San Francisco to accept and spend a $4,000,000 grant from UCSF for the Mission Bay Ferry Landing project.
What's happening
Why it matters
It provides funding for a ferry landing that improves transit access to Mission Bay.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Board of Supervisors meeting on July 14, 2026 at 2:00 PM.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Authorize $4,000,000 UCSF grant for Mission Bay Ferry Landing” was adopted.
Decided Jul 14, 2026.
The City is proposing to pay $248,888.26 to settle a claim for a refund of gross receipts taxes.
The ordinance changes baseline funding rules for early care and education programs for FY 2026‑2027 and 2027‑2028.
What's happening
Why it matters
It could provide more resources for early childhood programs without raising taxes.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
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Decision update
The item “Use interest from Early Care Tax for education program funding” was continued.
Decided Jul 14, 2026.
The City adopts an Annual Salary Ordinance that lists positions, authorizes appointments, and sets compensation for fiscal years ending June 30, 2027, and June 30, 2028.
What's happening
Why it matters
The salary ordinance establishes compensation for city employees, affecting staffing and payroll costs.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The item “Annual Salary Ordinance for FY2027-2028” was continued.
Decided Jul 14, 2026.
The Budget and Finance Committee is calling a motion to impose an excise tax starting tax year 2027.
The Charter will be amended to raise the amount the City must appropriate to the Housing Trust Fund each fiscal year for affordable housing creation, acquisition, and rehabilitation.
What's happening
Why it matters
More funding for the Housing Trust Fund can support affordable rental and ownership housing for low‑income households.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Board of Supervisors meeting on July 14, 2026 at 2:00 PM.
Email: No indicado en el documento fuente.
Submit comment: No indicado en el documento fuente.
Decision update
The item “Charter amendment to increase Housing Trust Fund appropriation” passed.
Decided Jul 14, 2026.
The Administrative Code will be amended to raise the minimum grant award amount that requires Board of Supervisors approval from $100,000 to the greater of $1,000,000 or the federal single audit threshold.
What's happening
Why it matters
Higher thresholds streamline smaller grant approvals while ensuring oversight for larger funding decisions.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Board of Supervisors meeting on July 14, 2026 at 2:00 PM.
Email: No indicado en el documento fuente.
Submit comment: No indicado en el documento fuente.
Decision update
The item “Increase grant approval threshold to $1,000,000 or federal audit level” passed.
Decided Jul 14, 2026.
The resolution concurs with the Controller’s certification that several previously approved department services can be performed by private contractors at lower cost.
The Board will hold a public hearing on July 21, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. to consider the proposed excise tax.
Supervisors will consider a motion that sets the budget adoption window between July 15 and August 1.
The ordinance approves the Health Service System plans for calendar year 2027.
What's happening
Why it matters
Determines funding levels for health services that affect all residents.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
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Decision update
The item “Approve 2027 Health Service System contribution rates” passed.
Decided Jul 14, 2026.
The city proposes to settle the civil enforcement lawsuit filed by the First Amendment Coalition for $45,000.
Ordinance temporarily lifts the limit on using Homelessness Gross Receipts Tax revenues for short‑term rental subsidies.
What's happening
Why it matters
More funding for short‑term rental subsidies can affect housing availability and affordability for renters and small‑business owners.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The item “Suspend cap on Homelessness Tax for short‑term rental subsidies” was continued.
Decided Jul 14, 2026.
Ordinance would let the City Administrator pause, reduce, or return annual contributions from departments that contract for Public Works to the Self‑Insurance Surety Bond Fund.
What's happening
Why it matters
It could lower city spending on the bond fund, affecting how public‑works projects are financed.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The item “Pause or reduce city contributions to Self-Insurance Bond Fund” was continued.
Decided Jul 14, 2026.
The ordinance lists and authorizes compensation for positions created by charter or state law in the FY 2027‑2028 budget.
Resolution approves the FY 2026‑2027 budget for the Office of Community Investment and Infrastructure (OCII).
Resolution concurs with the Controller’s certification that certain city services can be performed by private contractors for less cost than City and County employees.
What's happening
Why it matters
Using private contractors could reduce city expenses and affect how services are delivered to residents.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The item “Certify private contractors can perform approved city services at lower cost” was continued.
Decided Jul 14, 2026.
The Board is asked to approve the budget and appropriation ordinance for FY 2026‑2028.
The Board is asked to approve an ordinance that enumerates positions, sets compensation, and authorizes appointments for city employees for the fiscal years ending June 30, 2027, and June 30, 2028.
The resolution approves the fiscal year 2026‑2027 budget for the Office of Community Investment and Infrastructure and authorizes the issuance of bonds not exceeding $275,000,000 to finance part of its obligations.
The ordinance increases certain utility meter fees and gives the Controller authority to adjust device fees for weights and measures and utility meters each year, up to the maximum allowed by state law.
What's happening
Why it matters
Higher fees could raise costs for businesses and households that use utility meters, while annual adjustments keep fees aligned with state limits.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The item “Increase Utility Meter Fees and Allow Annual Adjustments” was continued.
Decided Jul 14, 2026.
The Board is asked to approve an ordinance that appropriates all estimated receipts and expenditures for city departments for the fiscal years ending June 30, 2027, and June 30, 2028.
The resolution authorizes the issuance and sale of general obligation bonds, not to exceed $270,000,000, for the San Francisco Unified School District’s 2024 election, Series B, and approves the bond purchase and paying agent agreements.
What's happening
Why it matters
The bonds provide financing for school facilities and programs, benefiting students and teachers.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The item “Bond issuance for San Francisco Unified School District – up to $270 million” was adopted.
Decided Jul 14, 2026.
The resolution concurs with the Controller’s establishment of the 2026 Consumer Price Index and adjusts the Access Line Tax by the same rate.
What's happening
Why it matters
Adjusting the tax keeps it aligned with inflation, affecting the cost of services that rely on the Access Line Tax.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The item “Adjust Access Line Tax with 2026 Consumer Price Index” was continued.
Decided Jul 14, 2026.
Two ordinances are on the agenda: one amends the Planning Code to allow relocation of bar uses with existing alcohol licenses in specific districts, and the other waives street encroachment and occupancy fees for a waste‑bin enclosure project on Harry Street Steps. Both have been passed on first reading and are pending final approval.
A resolution would approve the fiscal year 2026‑2027 budget for the Office of Community Investment and Infrastructure (OCII) and authorize the issuance of bonds not to exceed $275,000,000 to finance part of OCII’s obligations.
What's happening
Why it matters
The budget and bond authority provide funding for community investment projects and infrastructure improvements across the city.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The item “Approve OCII FY 2026‑2027 budget and up to $275,000,000 bond issuance” was continued.
Decided Jul 14, 2026.
An ordinance would amend the Health Code to establish patient rates for services provided by the Department of Public Health for fiscal years 2026‑2027 and 2027‑2028.
What's happening
Why it matters
The rates determine how much patients pay for health services, influencing affordability and city revenue from health fees.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The item “Set patient rates for Public Health services FY 2026‑2028” was continued.
Decided Jul 14, 2026.
Supervisors will vote on a budget and appropriation ordinance for FY 2026‑2028, an annual salary ordinance, an amendment to the Self‑Insurance Surety Bond Fund, and a change to the early‑care commercial rents tax baseline. These items set spending levels, employee compensation, insurance fund contributions, and tax rules.
What's happening
Why it matters
These decisions determine how city funds are allocated, affect city workers’ pay, and influence the financing of early‑care programs, impacting taxpayers and city services.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Board of Supervisors meeting on July 14, 2026 at 2:00 PM.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Approve budget, salary, surety bond, and early care tax ordinances” was continued.
Decided Jul 14, 2026.
The Fire and Public Works Codes are being amended to waive application review and processing fees for permits that address violations under the Building Inspection’s Internal Quality Control Audit Amnesty Program.
What's happening
Why it matters
Fee waivers lower the cost for property owners to correct code violations, encouraging compliance and improving building safety.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
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Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The Board voted to recommend approval of an ordinance that waives application review and processing fees for permits needed to correct violations under the Building Inspection’s internal audit amnesty program, and it affirmed the Planning Department’s CEQA determination.
Decided Jul 13, 2026.
A motion orders that an ordinance amending the Administrative Code be submitted to voters on November 3, 2026, to create a fund for expanding access to affordable, nutritious food for city residents. The fund would receive appropriated monies, gifts, grants, or donations.
What's happening
Why it matters
The fund aims to improve food access and nutrition for residents, especially those facing economic hardship.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The committee voted to kill the motion to place a voter referendum creating an Affordable Grocery Fund on the November 3, 2026 ballot; this amendment is a committee action and not final Board approval.
Decided Jul 13, 2026.
The Port of San Francisco is authorized to accept and spend a $4,500,000 grant from the San Francisco County Transportation Authority for the Mission Bay Ferry Landing project, covering July 15, 2026 through September 30, 2028.
What's happening
Why it matters
The additional funding helps complete the ferry landing, expanding transit options.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
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Decision update
The item “County Transportation Authority $4,500,000 grant for ferry” was recommended for approval.
Decided Jul 8, 2026.
The city is amending the Administrative Code to raise the minimum grant amount that requires Board of Supervisors approval from $100,000 to the greater of $1,000,000 or the federal single‑audit threshold. The change takes effect on October 1, 2026 and adds rules for when a grant increase needs Board approval.
What's happening
Why it matters
Higher‑value grants will now need extra oversight, which could affect how quickly large projects receive funding.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The item “Increase grant approval threshold to $1,000,000” was recommended for approval.
Decided Jul 8, 2026.
The Port of San Francisco is authorized to accept and spend a $4,000,000 grant from the Regents of the University of California, San Francisco to fund the Mission Bay Ferry Landing project. The grant covers the period from May 1, 2026 through March 31, 2028.
What's happening
Why it matters
The funding supports a new ferry landing that will improve transit options for commuters and residents.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “UCSF $4,000,000 grant for Mission Bay ferry” was recommended for approval.
Decided Jul 8, 2026.
An initiative ordinance was approved to levy an excise tax, starting in tax year 2027, on owners who keep vacant or differently used parcels that were previously grocery stores or pharmacies, with the tax revenue added to the city’s appropriations limit for four years.
The committee directed the Budget and Legislative Analyst to start a performance and management audit of the Academy of Sciences for fiscal year 2026‑2027, in partnership with the Controller’s office.
The committee is considering an amendment to the Administrative Code that raises the minimum grant award amount requiring Board of Supervisors approval from $100,000 to the greater of $1,000,000 or the federal single‑audit threshold. The change would also set new rules for grant increases and exempt certain legal‑service gifts.
A motion directs the Budget and Legislative Analyst to start a performance and management audit of the Academy of Sciences for fiscal year 2026‑2027, in partnership with the Controller’s office.
What's happening
Why it matters
The audit will evaluate how the Academy uses city resources and could lead to recommendations for better oversight or cost savings.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Budget and Finance Committee meeting at City Hall, Legislative Chamber, Room 250 on July 8, 2026.
Email: brent.jalipa@sfgov.org
Submit comment: Send written comments to the Clerk of the Committee, 1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place, Room 244.
Decision update
The Board voted to recommend approval of a motion directing the Budget and Legislative Analyst Services to conduct a performance and management audit of the Academy of Sciences for FY 2026‑2027.
Decided Jul 8, 2026.
The Department of Public Health will be authorized to accept and use an in-kind gift valued at $87,000 from Biobot Analytics for wastewater-based epidemiology services.
What's happening
Why it matters
The service helps monitor community health trends, supporting public health decision‑making.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Budget and Finance 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 or Committee at 1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place, Room 244.
Decision update
The Board voted to recommend approval of accepting and expending an in‑kind gift of wastewater epidemiology services valued at $87,000 from Biobot Analytics for the Department of Public Health.
Decided Jul 8, 2026.
The committee will adopt the Health Service System plans and contribution rates for calendar year 2027, as required by the city charter.
The ordinance authorizes the city to pay $50,000 to settle the lawsuit filed by David M. Kennedy-Phelps.
What's happening
Why it matters
Paying the settlement resolves the lawsuit and avoids further legal costs, impacting city finances and taxpayers.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The Board passed an ordinance authorizing settlement of the David M. Kennedy‑Phelps personal injury lawsuit for $50,000. The action is final.
Decided Jul 7, 2026.
The Board is asked to suspend Rule 3.25.2 and approve a $201,174 settlement of an unlitigated claim.
Ordinance authorizes a $35,000 settlement of the lawsuit filed by Elise Williams and Zachary Williams.
What's happening
Why it matters
The settlement resolves a personal‑injury claim on a city street, impacting municipal finances.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The Board passed an ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit by Elise and Zachary Williams for $35,000. The action is final.
Decided Jul 7, 2026.
The Board is asked to suspend Rule 3.25.2 and approve a $181,306 settlement of unlitigated claims.
Ordinance authorizes a $3,000,000 settlement of the lawsuit filed by Amaryllis Cruz and Elias Jimenez.
What's happening
Why it matters
The city will pay $3 million to resolve a medical negligence lawsuit, impacting the municipal budget.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The Board passed an ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit by Amaryllis Cruz and Elias Jimenez for $3,000,000. The action is final.
Decided Jul 7, 2026.
The Board passed an ordinance authorizing the City and County to settle the lawsuit filed by Elise and Zachary Williams for $35,000. The claim involved personal injury on a city street.
The Board passed an ordinance authorizing the City and County to settle the lawsuit filed by Amaryllis Cruz and Elias Jimenez for $3,000,000. The settlement resolves the medical negligence claim.
The Board considered an ordinance that would retroactively, starting January 1, 2026, give small hardware retailers a credit against their Gross Receipts Tax for tax years 2026‑2035.
The Board is asked to adopt ordinances authorizing settlement of three lawsuits: Amaryllis Cruz and Elias Jimenez ($3,000,000) for alleged medical negligence; David M. Kennedy‑Phelps ($50,000) for personal injury from a vehicle collision; and Elise and Zachary Williams ($35,000) for personal injury on a city street. Each ordinance has passed the first reading.
The Board considered a charter amendment to establish a Municipal Finance Corporation and a public bank as nonprofit corporations, outlining their mission, principles, and governance. The amendment is slated for a public election on November 3, 2026.
The Board reviewed a charter amendment to raise the annual appropriation to the Housing Trust Fund, extend its sunset date, and adjust funding rules.
What's happening
Why it matters
More funding can support affordable housing creation, acquisition, and stabilization.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Board meeting at City Hall, Room 250.
Email: bos@sfgov.org
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The Board continued consideration of a charter amendment to increase and adjust funding for the Housing Trust Fund and to extend its sunset date. The action is not final.
Decided Jul 7, 2026.
The Board approved a 90‑day extension for the Planning Commission to decide on an ordinance that exempts certain corner‑lot projects from development impact fees, except for citywide inclusionary housing requirements.
Supervisors will review a charter amendment that would establish a nonprofit Municipal Finance Corporation and a Public Bank, outlining their mission, governance, and purpose. The amendment would be placed on the November 3, 2026 election ballot.
The committee is reviewing an initiative ordinance to create a fund that will collect and spend money, gifts, grants, and donations to expand access to affordable, nutritious food for city residents. The ordinance would be placed on the November 3, 2026 ballot for voter approval.
The committee is reviewing an initiative ordinance to create a fund that will receive and spend money, gifts, grants, or donations to expand access to affordable, nutritious food for city residents. The item was assigned under the 30‑day rule and referred to the department.
The Board considered a resolution approving the settlement of an unlitigated claim filed by Craig Banks against the City for $100,000. The settlement resolves the employment dispute and pays the specified amount to the claimant.
The Board considered an ordinance authorizing a settlement of the lawsuit filed by Elise Williams and Zachary Williams against the City for $35,000. The settlement resolves the claim and pays the specified amount to the plaintiffs.
The Board considered an ordinance authorizing a settlement of the lawsuit filed by David M. Kennedy-Phelps against the City for $50,000. The settlement resolves the claim and pays the specified amount to the plaintiff.
The Board considered an ordinance authorizing a settlement of the lawsuit filed by Amaryllis Cruz and Elias Jimenez against the City for $3,000,000. The settlement resolves the claim and pays the specified amount to the plaintiffs.
Supervisors considered a charter amendment to create a Municipal Finance Corporation and a public bank as nonprofit corporations, outlining their mission, principles, and governance. The amendment is scheduled for a future election on November 3, 2026.
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 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 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.
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 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.
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 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 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 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.
An ordinance amends the Business and Tax Regulations Code to extend the waiver of first‑year permit, license, and registration fees for newly formed small businesses or new locations until July 1, 2027 or until the waiver fund is exhausted.
The ordinance that lists city positions, sets salaries, work schedules, and authorizes appointments for fiscal years ending June 30, 2027 and 2028 was presented and recommended.
The Mayor’s budget ordinance, which sets estimated receipts and expenditures for all city departments for fiscal years ending June 30, 2027 and 2028, was presented and recommended to the Board of Supervisors.
A resolution concurs with the Controller’s 2026 Consumer Price Index and adjusts the Access Line Tax by the same rate.
The committee opened a public comment period for residents to give testimony on the Annual Appropriation and Salary Ordinances for fiscal years ending June 30, 2027 and 2028. Speakers were limited to one minute each, with interpretation available in Chinese, Spanish, and Filipino.
The Board will adopt a resolution approving settlement of claims totaling $609,369.91 against the city, including payment of a lien for gross receipts taxes.
The Board will consider an ordinance authorizing a $200,000 settlement of a civil rights lawsuit filed by Samuel Rosas against the city.
Supervisors will adopt a resolution approving settlement of an unlitigated claim for $89,946.50 filed by Eastern Investment Management Co.
The resolution concurs with the Controller’s 2026 Consumer Price Index and adjusts the Access Line Tax by the same rate.
The committee reviewed the ordinance that would appropriate all estimated receipts and expenditures for city departments for fiscal years ending June 30, 2027, and June 30, 2028.
The ordinance amends the Municipal Elections Code to raise the filing fee and the per‑word fee for paid ballot arguments.
The ordinance amends the Administrative Code to raise certain utility meter fees and lets the Controller adjust device fees for weights and measures and utility meters each year up to the state‑allowed maximum.
The committee held a hearing to consider the Mayor’s proposed budget for all city departments for fiscal years 2026‑27 and 2027‑28. The budget outlines expected revenues and spending priorities.
What's happening
Why it matters
The budget determines how city services—from public safety to parks—will be funded over the next two years.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Budget and Appropriations Committee meeting on June 24, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. in Legislative Chamber, Room 250.
Email: brent.jalipa@sfgov.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments via the Provide Budget Comment link on the Budget Information webpage (https://www.sf.gov/budget-information-fiscal-year-2026-27).
Decision update
The item “Mayor's Proposed Budget for City Departments FY 2026-27 & 2027-28” committee motion passed.
Decided Jun 22, 2026.
The committee examined the ordinance that lists city positions, sets their salaries, and authorizes appointments for fiscal years ending June 30, 2027, and June 30, 2028.
The ordinance would extend, through June 30, 2027, the waiver of first‑year permit, license, and business registration fees for newly formed small businesses or those opening a new location.
The ordinance proposes to enumerate positions and set salaries for staff in the same list of selected departments covered by the budget ordinance for fiscal years ending June 30, 2027, and June 30, 2028.
The ordinance proposes to appropriate all estimated receipts and expenditures for a list of selected departments—including the Airport Commission, City Planning, Public Library, and Municipal Transportation Agency—for fiscal years ending June 30, 2027, and June 30, 2028.
The ordinance enumerates positions and sets salaries and work schedules for staff in the same set of departments covered by the budget ordinance.
What's happening
Why it matters
Determines city employee compensation, affecting payroll costs and potentially service quality.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Proposed Annual Salary Ordinance for selected departments FY 2026‑2028” passed (Ayes: 3 - Chan, Dorsey, Chen Excused: 3 - Sauter, Walton, Mandelman Chair Chan, seconded by Vice Chair Dorsey moved to RESCIND the previous vote; Noes: None).
Decided Jun 18, 2026.
The resolution aligns the Access Line Tax with the 2026 Consumer Price Index, adjusting the tax rate accordingly.
The ordinance temporarily lifts the cap on using Homelessness Gross Receipts Tax revenues to fund short‑term rental subsidies.