# Board of Supervisors Minutes: July 30, 2024

- Meeting date: 2024-07-30
- Document type: minutes
- Source format: PDF
- Extracted pages: 29
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## Structured legislative records

### File 240669: Appointments, Reentry Council - Billey Hoang Le, Anthony Partee, Joanna Pulido, Lorenzo Juan Castaneda, and David Mauroff

- Pages: 14-15
- Vote 1: approval, likely final
  - Action: 240669 [Appointments, Reentry Council - Billey Hoang Le, Anthony Partee, Joanna Pulido, Lorenzo Juan Castaneda, and David Mauroff] Motion appointing Billey Hoang Le, Anthony Partee, Joanna Pulido, Lorenzo Juan Castaneda, and David Mauroff, terms ending June 1, 2026, to the Reentry Council. (Rules Committee) Motion No. M24-074 APPROVED by the following vote:
  - Ayes: Chan, Dorsey, Engardio, Mandelman, Melgar, Peskin, Preston, Ronen, Safai, Stefani
  - Excused: Walton

### File 240712: Mayoral Appointment, Planning Commission - Amy Campbell

- Pages: 15
- Vote 1: approval, likely final
  - Action: 240712 [Mayoral Appointment, Planning Commission - Amy Campbell] Motion approving the Mayoral nomination for the appointment of Amy Campbell to the Planning Commission, for a four-year term ending July 1, 2028. (Clerk of the Board) (Charter, Section 4.105, provides that this nomination is subject to approval by the Board of Supervisors and shall be the subject of a public hearing and vote within 60 days from the date the nomination is transmitted to the Clerk of the Board. If the Board fails to act on the nomination within 60 days from the date the nomination is transmitted to the Clerk, then the nominee shall be deemed approved. Transmittal date: June 21, 2024.) Motion No. M24-075 APPROVED by the following vote:
  - Ayes: Chan, Dorsey, Engardio, Mandelman, Melgar, Peskin, Preston, Ronen, Safai, Stefani
  - Excused: Walton

### File 240713: Mayoral Appointment, Planning Commission - Sean McGarry

- Pages: 15
- Vote 1: approval, likely final
  - Action: 240713 [Mayoral Appointment, Planning Commission - Sean McGarry] Motion approving the Mayoral nomination for the appointment of Sean McGarry to the Planning Commission, for a four-year term ending July 1, 2028. (Clerk of the Board) (Charter, Section 4.105, provides that this nomination is subject to approval by the Board of Supervisors and shall be the subject of a public hearing and vote within 60 days from the date the nomination is transmitted to the Clerk of the Board. If the Board fails to act on the nomination within 60 days from the date the nomination is transmitted to the Clerk, then the nominee shall be deemed approved. Transmittal date: June 21, 2024.) Motion No. M24-076 APPROVED by the following vote:
  - Ayes: Chan, Dorsey, Engardio, Mandelman, Melgar, Peskin, Preston, Ronen, Safai, Stefani
  - Excused: Walton

### File 240735: Presidential Reappointment, Building Inspection Commission - Kavin Williams

- Pages: 15-16
- Vote 1: approval, likely final
  - Action: 240735 [Presidential Reappointment, Building Inspection Commission - Kavin Williams] Motion approving President Aaron Peskin’s nomination for the reappointment of Kavin Williams to the Building Inspection Commission, for a two-year term ending July 1, 2026. (Clerk of the Board) (Charter, Section 4.121, provides that this nomination is subject to approval by the Board of Supervisors and shall be the subject of a public hearing and vote within 60 days from the date the nomination is transmitted to the Clerk of the Board. If the Board fails to act on the nomination within 60 days from the date the nomination is transmitted to the Clerk, then the nominee shall be deemed approved. Transmittal date: June 25, 2024.) Motion No. M24-077 APPROVED by the following vote:
  - Ayes: Chan, Dorsey, Engardio, Mandelman, Melgar, Peskin, Preston, Ronen, Safai, Stefani
  - Excused: Walton

### File 240725: Planning Code - Landmark Designation - Rainbow Flag at Harvey Milk Plaza

- Pages: 16-17
- Sponsors: Mandelman; Engardio, Dorsey, Peskin, Chan, Melgar, Preston, Safai, Ronen, Stefani and Walton
- Vote 1: first-reading
  - Action: 240725 [Planning Code - Landmark Designation - Rainbow Flag at Harvey Milk Plaza] Sponsors: Mandelman; Engardio, Dorsey, Peskin, Chan, Melgar, Preston, Safai, Ronen, Stefani and Walton Ordinance amending the Planning Code to designate the Rainbow Flag Installation at Harvey Milk Plaza, by Gilbert Baker, located at the southwest corner of the intersection of Market Street and Castro Street, as a Landmark consistent with the standards set forth in Article 10 of the Planning Code; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act; and making public necessity, convenience, and welfare findings under Planning Code, Section 302, and findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning Code, Section 101.1. Supervisors Safai, Ronen, Stefani, and Walton requested to be added as co-sponsors. PASSED ON FIRST READING by the following vote:
  - Ayes: Chan, Dorsey, Engardio, Mandelman, Melgar, Peskin, Preston, Ronen, Safai, Stefani
  - Excused: Walton

## Extracted text

### [Page 15](https://sfbos.info/documents/1024/2024-07-30-minutes#page-15)

Board of Supervisors                              Meeting Minutes                                                7/30/2024



            President Peskin requested File Nos. 240712 and 240713 be called together.


240712 [Mayoral Appointment, Planning Commission - Amy Campbell]
            Motion approving the Mayoral nomination for the appointment of Amy Campbell to the Planning
            Commission, for a four-year term ending July 1, 2028. (Clerk of the Board)
            (Charter, Section 4.105, provides that this nomination is subject to approval by the Board of
            Supervisors and shall be the subject of a public hearing and vote within 60 days from the date the
            nomination is transmitted to the Clerk of the Board. If the Board fails to act on the nomination within
            60 days from the date the nomination is transmitted to the Clerk, then the nominee shall be deemed
            approved. Transmittal date: June 21, 2024.)
            Motion No. M24-075
            APPROVED by the following vote:
                 Ayes: 10 - Chan, Dorsey, Engardio, Mandelman, Melgar, Peskin, Preston, Ronen, Safai, Stefani
                 Excused: 1 - Walton


240713 [Mayoral Appointment, Planning Commission - Sean McGarry]
            Motion approving the Mayoral nomination for the appointment of Sean McGarry to the Planning
            Commission, for a four-year term ending July 1, 2028. (Clerk of the Board)
            (Charter, Section 4.105, provides that this nomination is subject to approval by the Board of
            Supervisors and shall be the subject of a public hearing and vote within 60 days from the date the
            nomination is transmitted to the Clerk of the Board. If the Board fails to act on the nomination within
            60 days from the date the nomination is transmitted to the Clerk, then the nominee shall be deemed
            approved. Transmittal date: June 21, 2024.)
            Motion No. M24-076
            APPROVED by the following vote:
                 Ayes: 10 - Chan, Dorsey, Engardio, Mandelman, Melgar, Peskin, Preston, Ronen, Safai, Stefani
                 Excused: 1 - Walton


240735 [Presidential Reappointment, Building Inspection Commission - Kavin Williams]
            Motion approving President Aaron Peskin’s nomination for the reappointment of Kavin Williams to the
            Building Inspection Commission, for a two-year term ending July 1, 2026. (Clerk of the Board)
            (Charter, Section 4.121, provides that this nomination is subject to approval by the Board of
            Supervisors and shall be the subject of a public hearing and vote within 60 days from the date the
            nomination is transmitted to the Clerk of the Board. If the Board fails to act on the nomination within
            60 days from the date the nomination is transmitted to the Clerk, then the nominee shall be deemed
            approved. Transmittal date: June 25, 2024.)
            Motion No. M24-077
            APPROVED by the following vote:
                 Ayes: 10 - Chan, Dorsey, Engardio, Mandelman, Melgar, Peskin, Preston, Ronen, Safai, Stefani
                 Excused: 1 - Walton




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Board of Supervisors                              Meeting Minutes                                                7/30/2024




SPECIAL ORDER 2:30 P.M. - Recognition of Commendations
            Without objection, Rule 5.36 of the Rules of the Board of Supervisors was suspended to grant
            privilege of the floor to the following guest(s).


            President Peskin introduced, welcomed, and presented a Certificate of Honor to Chief Jeanine
            Nicholson (Fire Department) on the occasion of her retirement after more than 30 years with the Fire
            Department - with the last five years as the Fire Chief - and in recognition of her distinguished record
            of public service. Supervisors Ronen, Safai, Melgar, Dorsey, Mandelman, Stefani, Preston, Chan,
            and Engardio shared in this commendation.

            President Peskin introduced, welcomed, and presented a Certificate of Honor to Anne Pearson
            (Office of the City Attorney) on the occasion of her departure as legal counsel to the Board of
            Supervisors, as she takes on a new role as Chief Attorney for the Department of Health and Human
            Services, and in recognition of her efforts providing sound advice and guidance to the Board with
            patience and grace. Supervisors Chan, Melgar, Safai, Preston, Dorsey, Stefani, Mandelman, Ronen,
            and Engardio shared in this commendation.

            Supervisor Melgar introduced, welcomed, and presented a Certificate of Honor to the Sutro Stewards,
            accepted by Ildiko Polony, in recognition of their work conserving and expanding the wildlife habitat
            on Mount Sutro, while providing recreational opportunities for the community.

            Supervisor Safai introduced, welcomed, and presented a Certificate of Honor to Kevin Reed, Founder
            and President of The Green Cross - accepted by Erick Alfaro - in recognition of his
            accomplishments as a successful business owner and continued community support.



COMMITTEE REPORTS


Recommendations of the Land Use and Transportation Committee


240725 [Planning Code - Landmark Designation - Rainbow Flag at Harvey Milk Plaza]
            Sponsors: Mandelman; Engardio, Dorsey, Peskin, Chan, Melgar, Preston, Safai, Ronen,
            Stefani and Walton
            Ordinance amending the Planning Code to designate the Rainbow Flag Installation at Harvey Milk
            Plaza, by Gilbert Baker, located at the southwest corner of the intersection of Market Street and
            Castro Street, as a Landmark consistent with the standards set forth in Article 10 of the Planning
            Code; affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality
            Act; and making public necessity, convenience, and welfare findings under Planning Code, Section
            302, and findings of consistency with the General Plan, and the eight priority policies of Planning
            Code, Section 101.1.
            Supervisors Safai, Ronen, Stefani, and Walton requested to be added as co-sponsors.
            PASSED ON FIRST READING by the following vote:
                 Ayes: 10 - Chan, Dorsey, Engardio, Mandelman, Melgar, Peskin, Preston, Ronen, Safai, Stefani
                 Excused: 1 - Walton



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