Pubilc Works Hearing

AGENDA

Monday, May 18th, 2020

10:30 AM

 

In accordance with Gov. Gavin Newson’s statewide order for all residents to shelter in place and the numerous local and state proclamations, orders and supplemental directions aggressive directives have been issues to slow down and reduce the spread of the COVID-19virus. 

 

Therefore, Public Works hearings that are held through videoconferencing will allow remote public comment. As the COVID-19 disease progresses, please visit the Public Works website (sfpublicworks.org) regularly to be updated on the current situation as it affects public

hearings and the department.

 

Notice is hereby given that the Director of Public Works will hold a remote public hearing via teleconference to consider the item(s) listed below and that said public hearing will be held as follows:

Call to Order. REMOTE MEETING VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE View at: Microsoft Teams link https://bit.ly/2WzeFFT Public comment call-in: 888-204-5984 / Access Code 9927045

 

Pier 70, Design Exceptions to Map PID 9585 

 

A design exception and deferral were submitted to SFPW and SFPUC for review and approval. The exception covers but were not limited to streetlights in lieu of City standards. The Exception and Deferral were approved by each of the affected Departments. 

 

 

Visitacion Valley, Design Exceptions to Map PID 9809 

 

Four design exceptions were submitted to SFPW and SFPUC for review and approval. The exceptions covered but were not limited to lightweight cellular concrete (LCC), geofabric, sewer connections and sewer clearances in lieu of City standards. All Exceptions have been approved by each of the affected Departments. 

 

 

Yerba Buena Island Phase 1, Signal Road Design Exceptions and Deferrals for Final Map PID 9856 

 

Signal Road will be a dedicated public right-of-way (PROW) under the permitting authority of San Francisco Public Works (SFPW) but the Treasure Island Development Authority (TIDA) will retain ownership with maintenance and liability being assigned to the Master Homeowners Association (HOA) for Yerba Buena Island.

 

The requested exceptions relate to the requirement that the SFPUC meters are installed in the PROW; separation requirements for sanitary sewers within the 

PROW; the CCSF acceptance of public utilities at a dead end; the requirement that streets include sidewalks on both sides of the roadway; the minimum street width requirements; and the minimum sidewalk width requirements

 

 

5M Project’s Major Encroachment Permit PID 8731

 

SFPW to follow approval from SF Planning and TASC for appurtenances in the Public Right-of-Way for which maintenance and liability will pass to the Master Homeowners Association (HOA) for the 5M Project. The sidewalk widening for the development is included in this permit. 

 

 

HOPE San Francisco, Potrero Phase 2, Design Deferrals & Exceptions to Map PID 9610 

 

Five design exceptions were submitted to SFPW, SFPUC and SFMTA for review and approval. The exceptions covered but were not limited to street grading algebraic differentials in excess of City standards, all-stop intersections, and the use of HDPE in lieu of the City standard of VCP. All Deferrals & Exceptions have been approved by each of the affected Departments.

 

 

 

 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION. (Order No. 203112, 203117, 203120)

 

Persons unable to participate in the videoconference may submit written comments regarding the subject matter to NICOLAS HUFF (NICOLAS.HUFF@SFDPW.ORG). Comments received before the hearing will be brought to the attention of the hearing officer and made a part of the official public record. Individuals who wish to speak at the hearing and who want to use materials such as PowerPoint files, documents and photo images in their presentations must send the materials to NICOLAS HUFF via email at NICOLAS.HUFF@SFDPW.ORG by 5 p.m. the business day before the hearing. Further information, if desired, on this matter may be obtained prior to the hearing by contacting NICOLAS HUFF at NICOLAS.HUFF@SFDPW.ORG. 

 

 

 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION. (Order No. 203122 and 203120)

 

Persons unable to participate in the videoconference may submit written comments regarding the subject matter to CATHAL HENNESSY (CATHAL.HENNESSY@SFDPW.ORG). Comments received before the hearing will be brought to the attention of the hearing officer and made a part of the official public record. Individuals who wish to speak at the hearing and who want to use materials such as PowerPoint files, documents and photo images in their presentations must send the materials to CATHAL HENNESSY via email at CATHAL.HENNESSY@SFDPW.ORG by 5 p.m. the business day before the hearing. Further information, if desired, on this matter may be obtained prior to the hearing by contacting CATHAL HENNESSY at CATHAL.HENNESSY@SFDPW.ORG. 

 

 

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.  This ordinance assures that deliberations are conducted before the people and that City operations are open to the peoples review.

For more 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 the Sunshine Ordinance Task Force: City Hall Room 244, 1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place, San Francisco, CA 94102; phone (415) 554-7724, fax (415) 554-7854 or E-mail spotf@sfgov.org.

 

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 2.100, et. seq.] to register and report lobbying activity.  For more information about the Lobbyist Ordinance, please contact the Ethics Commission: 25 Van Ness Avenue, Suite 220, San Francisco, CA 94102; phone (415) 252-3100; fax (415) 252-3112; or web site: www.sfethics.org. 

 

Language Interpreters

Request must be received at least 48 hours in advance of the hearing to ensure availability.

ESPAÑOL: La solicitud de un intérprete debe recibirse 48 horas antes de la reunión.

中文: 如需即時傳譯，請於會議前最少四十八小時通知