SF Board of Supervisors Meeting

Agenda [pdf]

On the agenda:

  • Public Hearing – Appeal of a Final Environmental Impact Report – 8 Washington Street Project
  • Changing Official Sidewalk Width – Portions of Golden Gate Avenue, Polk Street, and Redwood Alley
  • Local Support for Cesar Chavez Streetscape Project
  • Acquisition of Temporary Construction Licenses by Eminent Domain – Central Subway/Third Street Light Rail Extension

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