S.F. supervisors approve Mayor Luries budget, alongside controversial proposals

The San Francisco Board of Supervisors approved Mayor Daniel Lurie’s budget for the next two fiscal years with a decisive 10-1 vote, amidst public scrutiny. The budget includes a $400 million reserve and restores some funding for city workers, but it also grants a $50 million increase to the police department, raising concerns from critics like Supervisor Jackie Fielder. Fielder argued that the budget is indefensible, especially in light of cuts to vital programs for immigrant families and BIPOC communities. The board also passed controversial changes to Proposition C, reallocating funds from permanent homeless housing to temporary shelters, despite warnings from the city attorney about legal repercussions. Mayor Lurie defended these decisions, claiming they help strengthen the city’s fiscal standing.

The meeting also saw the approval of a ban on RV parking over two hours, which advocates argue threatens affordable housing options. Public response included clapping and hisses from the audience, reflecting the contentious nature of the decisions. The budget aims to address an $800 million deficit in the city’s $15. 9 billion budget while navigating complex social issues.