# Board of Supervisors Minutes: July 30, 2024 - Meeting date: 2024-07-30 - Document type: minutes - Source format: PDF - Extracted pages: 29 - [Canonical HTML transcript](https://sfbos.info/documents/1024/2024-07-30-minutes) - [Authoritative City source](https://sfgov.legistar.com/View.ashx?M=M&ID=1217785&GUID=A77F6F2A-1E1C-4F90-9CA3-B5785B6783BD) > This text was extracted for search and accessibility. The linked City source is the authoritative public record. ## Structured legislative records ### 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 ### File 240766: Administrative Code - Ban on Automated Rent-Setting - Pages: 17 - Sponsors: Peskin; Chan, Preston, Melgar, Ronen and Dorsey - Vote 1: first-reading - Action: 240766 [Administrative Code - Ban on Automated Rent-Setting] Sponsors: Peskin; Chan, Preston, Melgar, Ronen and Dorsey Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to prohibit the sale or use of algorithmic devices to set rents or manage occupancy levels for residential dwelling units located in San Francisco. Supervisors Ronen and Dorsey 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 16](https://sfbos.info/documents/1024/2024-07-30-minutes#page-16) 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 City and County of San Francisco Page 727 Printed at 11:26 pm on 10/10/24 ### [Page 17](https://sfbos.info/documents/1024/2024-07-30-minutes#page-17) Board of Supervisors Meeting Minutes 7/30/2024 Appointment of President Pro Tempore At the request of President Peskin, Supervisor Mandelman assumed the chair at 3:39 p.m. so the President could participate in the debate on File No. 240766 from the floor. The President resumed the chair at 3:41 p.m. 240766 [Administrative Code - Ban on Automated Rent-Setting] Sponsors: Peskin; Chan, Preston, Melgar, Ronen and Dorsey Ordinance amending the Administrative Code to prohibit the sale or use of algorithmic devices to set rents or manage occupancy levels for residential dwelling units located in San Francisco. Supervisors Ronen and Dorsey 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 ROLL CALL FOR INTRODUCTIONS See Legislation Introduced below. PUBLIC COMMENT Thierry Fill; expressed the need to find happiness by undoing your bad habits. Speaker; expressed concerns regarding the City’s mismanagement of funds and a certain non-profit organization. Chris Ward Kline; expressed concerns regarding a Health Commission presentation and the information disclosed. Mr. McAfee; expressed concerns regarding Laguna Honda Hospital and their recertification. JConr B. Ortega; expressed concerns regarding corruption amongst non-profits and how the City deals with the drug crisis. Richard Petersen; expressed various concerns. Peter Warfield; expressed concerns regarding the Public Library and the need to expand access to all programs and services. Lea McGeever; expressed concerns regarding the homeless encampment sweeps. Honey Mahagony; expressed support of the Resolution declaring August 2024 as Transgender History Month (File No. 240790). Speaker; expressed concerns regarding the presence of fentanyl in the parks and schools throughout the City and how it endangers the children. Speaker; expressed concerns regarding the condition of certain areas and situations experienced. Paulette Brown; shared concerns regarding the murder of her son and all of the unsolved murders that deserve justice. Appointment of President Pro Tempore At the request of President Peskin, Supervisor Mandelman assumed the chair at 4:15 p.m. The President resumed the chair 4:18 p.m. City and County of San Francisco Page 728 Printed at 11:26 pm on 10/10/24