News

San Francisco selected for national heat mapping project to help address health inequities related to extreme heat

The project is now recruiting volunteers to collect data to understand how heat is distributed across the City and identify urban heat islands.

City Administrator Carmen Chu announces Cyd Harrell as new Chief Digital Services Officer

Harrell, a 25-year industry veteran, will replace Carrie Bishop to lead San Francisco’s digital accessibility efforts by providing user-friendly services online

Public service announcement: Update on indoor masking requirement in City hearing rooms

Beginning April 25, masking will be recommended, but not required to be worn during meetings in public hearing rooms in City facilities.

28% decrease in processing time for over-the-counter building permits to speed construction

60% of San Francisco over-the-counter construction permits now issued within two business days

SF Celebrates Completion of New Seismically Safe Floating Fireboat Station No. 35

Innovative design meets the challenge of sea-level rise, speeds water rescues, and advances San Francisco’s commitment to seismically strengthened facilities for first responders

Indoor Masking Requirement Update

Beginning March 18, individuals will be strongly recommended, but not required, to wear masks in City facilities regardless of vaccination status

Mayor Breed and City Administrator Chu announce appointment of Nikesh Patel to lead Office of Cannabis

Patel brings seasoned legal and drug policy experience and commitment to social equity

Indoor masking requirement will remain unchanged in City facilities

Members of the public and City employees will continue to be required to wear masks in City facilities to ensure the best protection against COVID-19

Mayor Breed and City Administrator Chu appoint Michelle Littlefield as Chief Data Officer

Incoming Chief Data Officer Michelle Littlefield brings extensive local government experience to enhance open data sharing and innovative use of data

Chinatown spruce-up underway to usher in the Year of the Tiger

San Francisco Public Works cleaning and street repair crews, painters and safety inspectors prepare the historic neighborhood for the Lunar New Year