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August 06, 2008

City and County of San Francisco
Budget and Finance Committee

Legislative Chamber, City Hall, Room 250

Meeting Agenda
Wednesday, August 6, 2008
1:00 PM
Regular Meeting


Members: Jake McGoldrick, Sean Elsbernd, Ross Mirkarimi

Clerk: Victor Young (415) 554-7723


Note: Each item on the Consent or Regular agenda may include the following documents: 1) Legislation 2) Budget Analyst report 3) Legislative Analyst report

Each member of the public will be allotted the same maximum number of minutes to speak as set by the Chair at the beginning of each item, excluding City representatives, except that public speakers using translation assistance will be allowed to testify for twice the amount of the public testimony time limit. If simultaneous translation services are used, speakers will be governed by the public testimony time limit applied to speakers not requesting translation assistance. Members of the public who want a document placed on the overhead for display should clearly state such and subsequently remove the document when they want the screen to return to live coverage of the meeting.


AGENDA CHANGES


REGULAR AGENDA

1. 080957 [WSIP Agreement No. CS-913, Bay Tunnel Project Construction Management Services]
Resolution approving the selection of Jacobs Engineering; awards Water System Improvement Program-funded Agreement No. CS-913, Bay Tunnel Project Construction Management Services. (Public Utilities Commission)

(Fiscal Impact.)

7/7/08, RECEIVED AND ASSIGNED to Budget and Finance Committee.

2. 081023 [Board Review and Approval of 2008 U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Continuum of Care Programs Application]
Resolution approving the City and County of San Francisco 2008 grant Application for the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development Continuum of Care Programs and fulfilling the San Francisco Board of Supervisors review and approval process for all annual or otherwise recurring grants of $5,000,000 or more. (Human Services Department)

7/17/08, RECEIVED AND ASSIGNED to Budget and Finance Committee.

3. 081017 [Supporting full funding of Proposition 42 in the FY 2008-09 California State Budget] Mayor
Resolution urging the California State Legislature to fully fund Proposition 42 as proposed by the Governor in the Fiscal Year 2008-09 California State Budget and supported by the Budget Conference Committee.

7/16/08, RECEIVED AND ASSIGNED to Budget and Finance Committee.

4. 081003 [Approval of Agreement between the City and County of San Francisco and Cubic Transportation Systems, Inc. for Farebox System Rehabilitation and Upgrades, for a contract term of twenty-six (26) months and an amount not-to-exceed $19,000,000] Supervisor Dufty
Resolution approving the Agreement between the City and County of San Francisco, through the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency, and Cubic Transportation Systems, Inc. for Fare System Rehabilitation and Upgrades Project.

(Fiscal Impact.)

7/16/08, RECEIVED AND ASSIGNED to Budget and Finance Committee.

5. 081035 [Agreement with Cypress Security LLC. for Armed and Unarmed Security Guard Services] Supervisor Dufty
Resolution authorizing a three year agreement, with option to renew for up to an additional three years, with Cypress Security LLC. for an amount not to exceed $15.8 million.

(Fiscal Impact.)

7/22/08, RECEIVED AND ASSIGNED to Budget and Finance Committee.

6. 080731 [Revocation of Permit for U.N. Plaza Collectible/Antiques Market] Mayor
Resolution revoking the permit for a collectible/antiques market at U.N. Plaza.

6/3/08, RECEIVED AND ASSIGNED to Budget and Finance Committee.
6/19/08, CONTINUED TO CALL OF THE CHAIR. Heard in Committee. Speakers: Ed Lee, City Administrator; Harvey Rose, Budget Analyst; Monique Zmuda, Deputy Controller; Ara Minasian, City Administrator's Office; Amy Brown, Director of Real Estate; Nani Coloretti, Mayor's Budget Director; Cheryl Adams, Deputy City Attorney; Monique Zmuda, Deputy Controller; Harvey Rose, Budget Analyst; Margaret Brodkin, Director, Children, Youth and Their Families; female speaker; Karen Roye, Child Support Services; Phil Arns, Human Services; Trent Rhorer, Director, Human Services; Jay Shu, Director, Asian Arts Museum; Mark McGloton, CFO, Asian Arts Museum; John Buchanan, Director, Fine Arts Museums; Chris Andrews, Director, Steinhart Aquarium; Chris Vein, Acting Director, Telecommunication and Information Services; Chris Robinson, Budget Analyst's Office; Ed Lee, City Administrator; Ara Minasian, City Administrator's Office; Amy Brown, Director of Real Estate; Edward Reiskin, Director, Public Works; Mark Gozanlez, Budget Analyst's Office; Greg Sass, Public Health; female speaker; Mr. Delvicky; Dr. Rajif Youbah; Dr. Mitch Katz, Director, Public Health; Vera Hale, male speaker; London Bree; Kimberly Tipman; Tina Colins; male speaker; Shanay Hopper; Latonya Johnson; Pat Scott, Executive Director, Booker T. Washington Community Center; Female Speaker;Muriel; Cheryl Davis, Magic Program; Female Speaker; Female Speaker; Female Speaker; Male Speaker; Mr. Serchin, APA; Ms. Chan; Female Speaker; Female Speaker; Monet Nguyen; Female Speaker; M. Melares; Randi Albun; Ms. Hathway; Female Speaker; Male Speaerk, APA; Grace; Margaret Brook; Male Speaker; Joe Saldamaker; Latonya, Ella Hill Hutch Community Center; Mickey; Male Speaker, New Leaf Services; Linda Yokam; June Bug, San Francisco Parent Voices Chapter; Reverend Floyd Tremel; Evangelist Carmen Johnson; Mary Anne Pikes, Ella Hill Hutch Community Center; Male Speaker; Daniel Michael, RAM; Daryl Plason; Lisa; Fred Sherman; Rachelle; Randy Banks; Reginald Forrest; Male Speaker; Howard Smith, Executive Director, Ella Hill Hutch Community Center; Su Ming Wong; Female Speaker; Ms. Woo; Ms. Yu; Orlanda; Magdalene; Priscilla Flores; Anjelica Chan; Margarita; Giselle Rojas; Nathew Chin; J. Grane; male speaker; Evone; Vivian Wong; Molly O'Tool; Ms. Thomson-Roe; Mary Kate Conner; Christine Brekie; Michael Johnson; Julie Larian; Thomas Fay; Peter Jay Sampson; John (translated); Mr. Nguyen; Julie Rodson; female speaker; Ms. Walton; Missy Alben; Cally Wong; Robert Edwards; male speaker; Caroline; Helen Woo; Ms. Labou; female speaker; Linda Chu; female speaker; Freddy Jr.; Judith Ramano; female speaker; male speaker; Violette Rooster; female speaker; male speaker; Rico Amilio; Cora Corp; Leslie; Cathy; Julie; Papasia; female speaker; female (translated); Jodi Swratz; Chelsie Bellar; Andrew Russo; Alex McDonald; male speaker; female speaker; female speaker; Jill; C. Sapellos; Cynthia; Jorge; male speaking Spanish; Brian; Michael Carlo Right; Dr. Machero; Dr. Jose Thomas; Dr. September Williams; Dr. Derrick Kerr; Dr. Reberro; Dr. Elaine Getz; Dr. Lisa Who; Dr. Laurane Kilpat; male speaker; Don Evans; Thomas; Jennifer Friedenbach; Mark Smarsfer; Ben Bean Con; Elizabeth Zithra; male speaker; Ned Howie; Rosabela Sevant; Colene Rebeca; Cathy DelPut; male speaker; Angel; Timothy Tabo; Sara Johnson; Lawrence Wilson; female speaker; Alice Tong; Margaret Emeral; female speaker; Dr. Fields; Carla Richmond; Martin Berque; David Freidenbach; Dr. Baceleri; Mr. Wong; Walter P.; Dilbert; Denise Dory; Stokes; Brenda Story; male speaker; Bill Kelly; Julie Leadbetter; JT; Ms. Sou; Mariani; Becky Mashaki; Elisa Wong; El Zou Le; female speaker; Vanesa Florence; female speaker; Jennifer Dinn; Ayaho; Dorene Laplow; Ms Tarkelly; Sara Wen; female speaker; Sara Alber; Bevery Upton; Brent Tanaka; Barry Rodriguez; Alex Brodkin; Nancy Rena; Roxy Kell; Jake Massi; Harley Dow; Marie Joblie; Margaret Bear; Mr. Copsuli; female speaker; Jennifer Work; Moe Cashmeri; Terry Anders; Tracy Brown; male speaker; Peter Maziact; Bob Bowers; male speaker; Angela Drift; male speaker; John McDonu; Steven; Margaret Kelch; Gloria Thorton; Barry Aims; Terra; Fred Barton; Mr. Swartz; Beth Susan; Alice Ditra, Director, Planning for Elders; Paul Graham; Jame Giansi; Tony Devina; Alex, Chinese Progressive Association; Bob Thawley; male speaker; Loura Nineteen; Darrick Indy; Timothy Sullivan; Brian Quin; Walter Slouskie; Cindy; Dr. Donner; female speaker; Larry Edmounds; female speaker; Ms. Sucrat; Richard Rice; Thomas Oley; August Forum; Phil Hart; Tina Noltz; female speaker; Johnathan Beth; David Pilpel.

7. 081037 [Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds - Zygmunt Arendt House] Supervisor Mirkarimi
Resolution authorizing the issuance and delivery of multifamily housing revenue bonds (as defined herein) in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $10,500,000 for the purpose of providing financing for a multifamily rental housing project to be known as Zygmunt Arendt House; approving the form of and authorizing the execution of a trust indenture providing the terms and conditions of the Bonds; approving the form of and authorizing the execution of a regulatory agreement and declaration of restrictive covenants; approving the form of and authorizing the execution of a loan agreement; ratifying and approving any action heretofore taken in connection with the Bonds and the project; and granting general authority to City officials to take actions necessary to implement this Resolution.

7/22/08, RECEIVED AND ASSIGNED to Budget and Finance Committee.

8. 081059 [Acceptance of State Grant Funds, Department of Public Works - $450,000] Supervisor McGoldrick
Resolution authorizing the Department of Public Works to accept and expend state Transportation Development Act (TDA) Article 3 funds totaling $450,000 for FY 2008-09 for various pedestrian projects in the City and County of San Francisco.

7/29/08, RECEIVED AND ASSIGNED to Budget and Finance Committee.

9. 081067 [Approval of one-year extension of professional services contract for the San Francisco Treasurer/Tax Collector for interactive voice response ("IVR") payment services for various City and County Departments]
Resolution approving an extension of up to one-year for a professional services contract for the San Francisco Treasurer/Tax Collector for services to process credit card payment applications on interactive voice response ("IVR") systems for various City and County departments while contract with new vendor is negotiated. (Treasurer-Tax Collector)

7/22/08, RECEIVED AND ASSIGNED to Budget and Finance Committee.

10. 080656 [Public Employment and Accept-Expend Federal Grant - Amendment to the Annual Salary Ordinance, FY 2007-2008. Mayor's Summer Food Service Program and After School Snack Program - 2008 - $950,710] Supervisor Maxwell
Ordinance amending Ordinance No. 175-07 (Annual Salary Ordinance 2007-2008) to reflect the addition of one position (0.40 FTE) 9774 Sr. Community Development Specialist, one position (0.40 FTE) 1840 Jr. Management Assistant, and thirteen positions (1.04 FTE) 9910 Public Service Trainee in the Department of Children, Youth and Families (CHF), and authorizing the department to accept and expend a grant in the amount of $950,710, currently and retroactively, if necessary, from the United States Department of Agriculture to sponsor the 2008 Mayor's Summer Food Program and the After School Snack Program.

5/13/08, RECEIVED AND ASSIGNED to Budget and Finance Committee.

ADJOURNMENT

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
NOTE: Persons unable to attend the meeting may submit to the City, by the time the proceedings begin, written comments regarding the agenda items above. These comments will be made a part of the official public record and shall be brought to the attention of the Board of Supervisors. Any written comments should be sent to: Committee Clerk of the Budget and Finance Committee, San Francisco Board of Supervisors, 1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place, Room 244, San Francisco, CA 94102 by 5:00 p.m. on the day prior to the hearing. Comments which cannot be delivered to the committee clerk by that time may be taken directly to the hearing at the location above



LEGISLATION UNDER THE 30-DAY RULE


(Not to be considered at this meeting)
Rule 5.40 provides that when an ordinance or resolution is introduced which would CREATE OR REVISE MAJOR CITY POLICY, the committee to which the legislation is assigned shall not consider the legislation until at least thirty days after the date of introduction. The provisions of this rule shall not apply to the routine operations of the departments of the City or when a legal time limit controls the hearing timing. In general, the rule shall not apply to hearings to consider subject matter when no legislation has been presented, nor shall the rule apply to resolutions which simply URGE action to be taken.

There are no items currently pending under the 30 day rule.

Meeting Procedures
The Board of Supervisors is the Legislative Body of the City and County of San Francisco. The Board has several standing Committees where ordinances and resolutions are the subject of hearings at which members of the public are urged to testify. The full Board does not hold a second public hearing on measures which have been heard in committee.
Board procedures do not permit: 1) persons in the audience at a Committee meeting to vocally express support or opposition to statements by Supervisors or by other persons testifying;2) ringing and use of cell phones, pagers, and similar sound-producing electronic devices; 3) signs to be brought into the meeting or displayed in the room; 4) standing in the meeting room.
Citizens are encouraged to testify at Committee meetings and to write letters to the Clerk of a Committee or to its members, City Hall, 1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place, Room 244, San Francisco, CA 94102.
USING LAPTOP COMPUTERS FOR PRESENTATIONS: Please contact City Hall Media Services at (415) 554-4933 to coordinate the use of laptop computers for presentations at the meeting. Computers to be used are required to be tested in advance. The presenter should arrive 30 minutes prior to the meeting to connect and test their computer.
THE AGENDA PACKET IS AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW AT CITY HALL, ROOM 244, RECEPTION DESK. Agendas are available on the internet at www.sfgov.org/site/bos_meetings
Board meetings are cablecast on SF Cable 26. For video tape copies and scheduling call (415) 554-4188.
Requests for language interpreters at a meeting must be received at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting to help ensure availability. Contact Madeleine Licavoli at (415) 554-7722.
AVISO EN ESPA¥OL: La solicitud para un traductor en una reunion debe recibirse antes de mediodia de el viernes anterior a la reunion. Llame a Erasmo Vazquez (415) 554-4909.


Disability Access
The Legislative Chamber (Room 250) and the Committee Room (Room 263) in City Hall are wheelchair accessible.
Meetings are real-time captioned and are cablecast open-captioned on SF Cable 26. Assistive listening devices for the Legislative Chamber are available upon request at the Clerk of the Board's Office, Room 244. Assistive listening devices for the Committee Room are available upon request at the Clerk of the Board's Office, Room 244 or in the Committee Room. To request sign language interpreters, readers, large print agendas or other accommodations, please contact Madeleine Licavoli at (415) 554-7722 or (415) 554-5227 (TTY). Requests made at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting will help to ensure availability.
The nearest accessible BART station is Civic Center (Market/Grove/Hyde Streets). Accessible MUNI Metro lines are the J, K, L, M, N, and T (Civic Center or Van Ness Stations). MUNI bus lines serving the area are the 47 Van Ness, 9 San Bruno, and the 6, 7, 71 Haight/Noriega. For more information about MUNI accessible services, call (415) 923-6142.
There is accessible parking in the vicinity of City Hall at Civic Center Plaza and adjacent to Davies Hall and the War Memorial Complex. Accessible curbside parking is available on Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place and Grove Street.
In order to assist the City's efforts to accommodate persons with severe allergies, environmental illness, multiple chemical sensitivity or related disabilities, attendees at public meetings are reminded that other attendees may be sensitive to perfumes and various other chemical-based scented products. Please help the City to accommodate these individuals.

Know Your Rights Under the Sunshine Ordinance
Government's duty is to serve the public, reaching its decisions in full view of the public. Commissions, boards, councils and other agencies of the City and County exist to conduct the people's business. The Sunshine Ordinance assures that deliberations are conducted before the people and that City operations are open to the people's review. For information on your rights under the Sunshine Ordinance (Chapter 67 of the San Francisco Administrative Code) or to report a violation of the ordinance, contact Frank Darby by mail to Sunshine Ordinance Task Force, 1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place, Room 244, San Francisco CA 94102 by phone at (415) 554-7724, by fax at (415) 554-7854 or by email at sotf@sfgov.org
Citizens may obtain a free copy of the Sunshine Ordinance by contacting Mr. Darby or by printing Chapter 67 of the San Francisco Administrative Code on the Internet, at http://www.sfgov.org/sunshine

Lobbyist Registration and Reporting Requirements
Individuals and entities that influence or attempt to influence local legislative or administrative action may be required by the San Francisco Lobbyist Ordinance [SF Campaign & Governmental Conduct Code Sec. 2.100] to register and report lobbying activity. For more information about the Lobbyist Ordinance, please contact the San Francisco Ethics Commission at 30 Van Ness Avenue, Suite 3900, San Francisco, CA 94102; telephone (415) 581-2300; fax (415) 581-2317; web site www.sfgov.org/ethics

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