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Budget and Finance Committee

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Ordinance amending the Health and Business and Tax Regulations Codes to revise the definition of a mobile food facility permit, add definitions for compact mobile food operations, mobile support unit, and permitted auxiliary conveyance permits to reflect recent amendments to the California Retail Food Code, revise existing definitions of various other terms to reflect State law definitions in that Code, and expand the definition of stadium concession to include food facilities in stadiums with a seating capacity of 5,000 or more; establish annual permit and plan check fees for auxiliary conveyance, compact mobile food operation, and mobile support unit permits; and waive license and permit fees for compact mobile food operations; amending the Public Works Code to include a definition for compact mobile food operations and to expand the Department of Public Works’ street vending authority to include regulation of compact mobile food operations, and to require that Department to consult with the Department of Public Health and the Fire Department when issuing rules and regulations that

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Summary

This ordinance updates San Francisco's Health, Business and Tax Regulations, and Public Works Codes to align with recent amendments to the California Retail Food Code. It introduces new definitions for 'compact mobile food operations' (CMFOs), 'mobile support units,' and 'permitted auxiliary conveyance permits.' The ordinance establishes annual permit and plan check fees for these new categories, while also removing existing annual food facility surcharge fees. Additionally, it expands the Department of Public Works' street vending authority to include the regulation of CMFOs and mandates consultation with the Department of Public Health and Fire Department on street vendor rules.

Key changes include:

  • New Definitions: Establishes clear definitions for Compact Mobile Food Operations (Low Risk, Moderate Risk, High Risk), Mobile Support Units, and Permitted Auxiliary Conveyances.
  • Fee Structure: Introduces new annual permit fees for CMFOs ($188 for Low Risk, $377 for Moderate Risk, $502 for High Risk) and Auxiliary Conveyances ($188). Mobile Support Units will have a fee of $502. Plan check fees are also established for these categories.
  • Fee Adjustments: Increases plan check fees for initial Mobile Food Facility permits from $181 to $251 per hour. Fees for Mobile Food Facility 1 and 2 are revised to $778, and Mobile Support Unit (formerly Mobile Food Facility 3) to $781.
  • Fee Waivers: All City agency license and permit fees for CMFOs are waived.
  • Surcharge Removal: Eliminates the annual food facility surcharge fee.
  • DPW Authority: Expands the Department of Public Works' authority to regulate street vendors, including CMFOs, requiring consultation with Public Health and Fire Departments.

Citizen Impact

This ordinance aims to clarify regulations for mobile food vendors, potentially making it easier for them to operate legally. New permit fees are introduced for compact mobile food operations and auxiliary conveyances, while existing surcharges are removed. Residents may see more diverse mobile food options as regulations align with state law.

Confidence

high

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Resolution retroactively authorizing the City and County of San Francisco to accept and expend a grant of $1,374,816.94 from the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) for participation in a program, entitled “Capacity and Infrastructure, Transition, Expansion and Development (CITED) Round 4 Program - Intergovernmental Transfer (IGT),” part of the “California Providing Access and Transforming Health Initiative”; authorizing the City to release all claims against DHCS and its Third-Party Administrator arising out of or relating to the receipt of Grant funds and/or activities associated with the Grant program; approving the Grant agreement between City, acting by and through the Department of Public Health, and the California Department of Health Care Services for the purpose of providing support to help San Francisco Health Network implement Community Supports and Enhanced Case Management programs as part of California Advancing and Innovating Medi-Cal (CalAIM), for a term of one year from January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026, and for a total not to exceed amount o

260182

This resolution retroactively authorizes the City and County of San Francisco to accept and expend a $1,374,816.94 grant from the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS). This funding is part of the "Capacity and Infrastructure, Transition, Expansion and Development (CITED) Round 4 Program - Intergovernmental Transfer (IGT)" under the California Providing Access and Transforming Health (PATH) Initiative.

The grant aims to support the San Francisco Health Network (SFHN) in implementing Community Supports (CS) and Enhanced Case Management (ECM) programs as part of California Advancing and Innovating Medi-Cal (CalAIM). To secure these federal funds, the City's Department of Public Health (DPH) will provide a matching $1,374,816.94 through an Intergovernmental Transfer (IGT) from its General Fund.

The total program, supported by this grant and matching funds, will allocate approximately:

  • $1.1 million for Electronic Health Record (Epic) system implementation for new CS programs.
  • $591,000 for integrating Epic with Jail Health Services to support the CalAIM Justice Involved Initiative.
  • $563,000 for increased Epic license fees related to new CS and ECM programs.
  • $247,000 for retroactive salary reimbursement for staff engaged in these new programs.
  • $215,000 for establishing an Asthma Remediation Community Support Service.

The grant term is January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026. Retroactive approval is requested because the final grant budget was approved on January 16, 2026, after the project's predetermined start date.

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Resolution retroactively authorizing the Office of Treasurer and the Tax Collector to accept and expend a grant in the amount of $3,000,000 from JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. for implementing the StopScamsSF Program from December 15, 2025, through December 14, 2028.

260184

This resolution retroactively authorizes the Office of the Treasurer and Tax Collector to accept and expend a $3,000,000 grant from JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. for the StopScamsSF Program. This three-year initiative, running from December 15, 2025, through December 14, 2028, aims to prevent financial fraud and scams targeting vulnerable residents. The program will establish the city's first coordinated scam-prevention infrastructure, including multilingual outreach campaigns, verified scam alerts, integration of scam-screening into financial counseling, and scam-proofing standards across departments. The grant includes $247,706 for indirect costs. Retroactive approval is requested because the grant agreement was received on December 14, 2025, after the program's start date.

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Resolution authorizing the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development (“MOHCD”) to execute the Standard Agreements with the California Department of Housing and Community Development (“HCD”) under the Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities Program for a total award of $47,579,100 including $35,000,000 disbursed by HCD as a loan to Mercy Housing California 109, L.P. for a 100% affordable housing project at 1939 Market Street and $12,579,100 to be disbursed as a grant to the City for public transportation improvements near 1939 Market Street, for the period starting on the execution date of the Standard Agreement through December 10, 2080; and authorizing MOHCD to accept and expend the grant of up to $12,579,100 for transportation, streetscape and pedestrian improvements and other transit oriented programming and improvement as approved by HCD.

260183

This resolution authorizes the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development (MOHCD) to execute agreements for a $47,579,100 award from the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) under the Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities (AHSC) Program. This funding supports a significant affordable housing development and extensive transportation improvements at and near 1939 Market Street.

Housing Project Details:
A $35,000,000 loan will go to Mercy Housing California 109, L.P. for a 100% affordable, 187-unit senior housing project at 1939 Market Street. This 15-story, all-electric building will serve LGBTQ+ elders, long-term HIV/AIDS survivors, formerly homeless individuals, and veterans, with units affordable to households earning 30% to 60% Area Median Income (AMI). The project includes a 1,524 sq ft commercial space, on-site bike parking, and is expected to start construction in February 2027 and complete by February 2029. It received ministerial approval under SB 35 on May 31, 2023.

Transportation & Community Grant Details:
A $12,579,100 grant will be disbursed to the City for public transportation and community improvements. Key components include:

  • $8,000,000 for 11th Street safety improvements (SFDPW), including over 2,000 feet of accessible walkways and 0.95 lane miles of Class IV bike lanes.
  • $1,350,000 for permanent Class IV bikeways on 8th, 13th, and Polk Streets (SFMTA), covering 1.29 miles.
  • $2,363,000 for Transit Signal Priority (TSP) at 45 intersections on major bus routes (SFMTA), improving travel speed and reliability for six MUNI lines.
  • $150,000 for workforce development by Mission Hiring Hall.
  • $150,000 for anti-displacement efforts by San Francisco Community Land Trust.
  • $566,100 for providing free transit passes to all 187 affordable housing residents for three years.

The total award period extends through December 10, 2080, with grant funds to be disbursed by January 30, 2031.

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Resolution approving Amendment No. 5 between the City, acting by and through the Office of Contract Administration, and Universal Protection Service, LP dba Allied Universal Security Services for unarmed security guard services at San Francisco General Hospital, extending the contract by six-months for a total term of February 15, 2023, through December 14, 2026, and increasing the contract amount by $3,200,000 for a new total not to exceed amount of $15,380,000, effective upon approval of this Resolution; and to authorize OCA to enter into amendments or modifications to the contract that do not materially increase the obligations or liabilities to the City and are necessary to effectuate the purposes of the contract or this Resolution.

260165

Summary

This resolution approves Amendment No. 5 to the contract between the City and Universal Protection Service, LP dba Allied Universal Security Services for unarmed security guard services at San Francisco General Hospital (SFGH). This amendment extends the contract term by six months, from June 14, 2026, to December 14, 2026, and increases the contract amount by $3,200,000, bringing the new total not to exceed amount to $15,380,000.

The primary reasons for this extension and funding increase are to enhance security guard staffing at DPH-ZSFGH locations following a tragic December 2025 incident at Building 90, which resulted in a City employee's death. It also provides the Office of Contract Administration (OCA) additional time to finalize a new solicitation for these services, adapting to the changed security needs.

The original contract, executed on February 15, 2023, was for $2,600,000 with a term until February 14, 2025. Four previous amendments progressively increased the contract value and extended its term to meet ongoing security demands and facilitate new procurement processes.

Citizen Impact

This amendment ensures continued and enhanced security at San Francisco General Hospital, directly impacting the safety and well-being of patients, visitors, and staff. The increased funding and extended services are a direct response to a serious incident, aiming to prevent future tragedies and maintain a secure healthcare environment.

Confidence

high

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Ordinance amending the Business and Tax Regulations Code to, for transfers occurring on or after July 1, 2026: halve the real property transfer tax rate from 5.5% to 2.75% when the consideration or value of the property conveyed equals or exceeds $10,000,000 but is less than $25,000,000, and from 6% to 3% when the consideration or value equals or exceeds $25,000,000; exempt from these reductions the transfer of single-family residences; and reduce the penalties for delinquent real property transfer taxes; and affirming the Planning Department’s determination under the California Environmental Quality Act.

260178

This ordinance, effective July 1, 2026, significantly alters the Real Property Transfer Tax (RPTT) rates for high-value properties and reduces penalties for delinquent taxes.

Key Changes to Tax Rates:

  • For properties valued between $10,000,000 and $25,000,000: The RPTT rate will be halved from 5.5% to 2.75%.
  • For properties valued at $25,000,000 or more: The RPTT rate will be halved from 6% to 3%.
  • Exemption for Single-Family Residences: These reduced rates do not apply to the transfer of single-family residences, regardless of value.

Changes to Penalties and Interest:

  • The penalty for delinquent taxes will be reduced from 25% to 15%.
  • An additional 10% penalty for taxes unpaid after 90 days will be removed.
  • The 15% penalty will generally not apply to deficiencies less than 10% of the total tax owed, with some exceptions.
  • Interest on delinquent taxes will continue to accrue at 1% per month.

The ordinance also affirms the Planning Department's determination under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).