not only hurt, but of the entire city of san francisco will benefit. -- not only her, but the entire city. she will make sure that the city grows in a sustainable and smart way for all of san francisco, not just for specific business interests. as a member of the democratic club board of directors, i also urge you to consider diversity in making your vote. we need qualified competent diverse members of the public to serve on our commissions in leadership roles and i don't think that we could get a better nominee before you than leslie katz. i urge you to support the nomination. thank you. >> could afternoon. -- good afternoon. the blame the chair of -- democratic club, an organization that is nearing its 40th anniversary. we work on the issues of lgbt rights and concerns. also the promotion of our community members to be part of our city. over the years, over the nearly 40 years, we have worked within our community to bring about those who could serve in the public world. leslie katz is someone that we have been very proud of having been in a former supervisor and serving in all of th

did it affect the entire city? >> reporter: the central city is very badly affected. you drive around the streets of the central city, and all you see are damaged buildings. there's also a hotel here, 26- story hotel, which started to lean yesterday. it's now two meters to the left than what it should be. as a result of that, police are very concerned about this building. if it comes down it will cause a lot more damage. >> couric: kim chisnall, thank you very, very much. now to a big story here at home. president obama has said his thinking on same-sex marriage is "constantly evolving." today his administration announced it will no longer defend the constitutionality of a federal law that defines marriage as only between a man and a woman. jan crawford is our chief legal correspondent. jan, this law denies federal benefits to same-sex couples, even in states where they have a right to marry. >> reporter: that's right, katie. and the administration has defended this law for the past two years. but today, attorney general eric holder told congressional leaders the admi

february 4 is where red day, an entire cities across the nation will go read -- wear red day, and entire cities across the nation will go red, so i encourage you to support this effort. thank you. [applause] supervisor chiu: madam clerk, why don't we go to general public comments? >> the next item on the agenda -- supervisor chiu: i did not realize campos, realize -- i did not realize, supervisor campos has accommodation. for public comment, if you would like to make -- remained standing, that is fine. supervisor campos: i would like to take this opportunity to recognize a pretty amazing organization. it is my honor to recognize the women's initiative for self- sufficiency, a nonprofit organization that is headquartered in my district, whose mission is to build the entrepreneurial capacity of lower-income women to overcome social and economic barriers and achieve self-sufficiency. i would like to ask the executive director of the women's initiative for self- sufficiency, who is here. she is not only the executive director but someone who has been involved with the organization for many y

he's a different era in the history of the entire city. in 1962, fans were listening and on edge on the final day of the regular season. the giants beat the houston colt 45s, 2-1. while the dodgers won to the cardinals 1- 0. the giants and dodgers were tied and settled the national league pennant with the national league pennant. after the giants won the sere reu, series, they brought the world series to san francisco. the opponent, the new york yankees. tieing the winning runs in scoring position in the 9th inning, mccovey hit a line drive snagged by bobby richardson. >> believe it or not, after all these years there's hardly a day that goes by that someone don't bring up that line drive that i hit to bobby richardson. they still remember it. >> reporter: with that in mind, you may see why the 2010 giants will always have a special place in mccovey's heart. >> i would like to think they did it for me. because i didn't get it done in 62 when i had a chance. i was up there with two men on and had a chance in the winning run and i didn't get

i've spent the past two decades trying to make this city work, to work for all of us. for its entire history, people have flocked to san francisco with their hopes and with their dreams. they've invested in this city, not only with their money but with their sweat and with their blood. i understand that not only do people need to flourish here, but business needs to flourish here. i understand what is at stake. what is invested here in all senses of that word. it's our responsibility to see that this investment isn't squandered. but with all due respect to the talent of many leaders with whom i share this responsibility, i was a progressive before progressive was a political faction in this town. [applause] years ago, years ago, i fought the establishment to make this city function better, to make our communities more inclusive. i fought for justice. when i left bolt hall and joined the asian law caucus i sought to integrate the san francisco fire department. i fought to protect the rights of blacks and latinos and gays and lesbians and other marginalized groups. i fought for

i've spent the past two decades trying to make this city work, to work for all of us. for its entire history, people have flocked to san francisco with their hopes and with their dreams. they've invested in this city, not only with their money but with their sweat and with their blood. i understand that not only do people need to flourish here, but business needs to flourish here. i unders w

the city manager and the entire city council are meeting behind bars to officially make the choice of the next police chief. christen kafton joins us live with more. >> reporter: good afternoon. a lot of political weight here. you can see the podium is set up. in about an hour and a half, there will be a news conference held right here to announce the results of their findings. they will vote whether to make chris moose, the new chief staff. >> i tell you what, it concerns me greatly about what we're facing in the upcoming potential year. the potential existence. if you have -- >> reporter: moore's likely approval by the city council has not been without controversy. anthony batts was also under consideration for the job. batts was considered to be the better choice. but the city manager's office has decided moore is the better option. now the community groups say the city is making a closed- door decision and the city living in san jose don't know how they arrived at her decision. >> this is not an indication of a transparent city. >> reporter: moore has served the intrim chief since

a champion for the entire city, not just the western addition. we oblast and daughter that she -- we are blessed and honored to be here today. the san francisco redevelopment agency, the silicon valley bank, our architects and contractors. without any further ado, let me turn it over and welcome the mayor. i was going to wear my giants hat, but since the war mayor more his hat, i think it is ok. >> good morning, everyone. thank you. i am not a big celebrators of valentine's day. but there is a great analogy in that we break ground today on this day. when i think of mary helen rogers, many years ago when i was attempting to understand what was happening in the western addition, meeting people that were introducing you to the problems and challenges of youth and why the city's families needed to get closer together, that is what i met mary ellen rogers. i remember her, as well as so many others, who had such a strong love of community. it is a -- it is appropriate that this housing development been named after her to reflect that great love that sh

it takes the entire city working together to make things happen for all of our children, and we welcome that kind of collaboration. last but not least, it is kind of sad to mention. but this month, january is viewed as violence prevention month. it kind of puts a somber tone on this. we are dedicated to creating a place where all children -- and we can breathe at live that. we can have the head of the student support services department talk a little bit about these. kevin? >> thank you, superintendent garcia. happy new year and welcome. i look forward to working with you. sfusd has always participated in january as violence prevention month. thank you for allowing my staff to go first during the superintendent's address. my staff appreciates its. this year, we have always participated in the violence prevention month. this year, student support services is enhancing our efforts by designating january 18 through 21 as respect week in honor of the legacy of dr. martin luther king, jr.. we have a very quick presentation. they will present a brief snapshot of some of the latest data we hav

also add that we've certainly enjoyed the excellent services of what does feel like at times the entire city attorney's office. but certainly we owe a great deal of gratitude to the folks in mr. herrera's shop for their great work. so many are others, too many to name at the planning department and elsewhere. my thanks to you, my apologies for taking up so much of your time this morning but i'm here to answer your questions and probably more usefully, the team, the real experts are here to respond to your questions as well. so thank you. >> thank you. let's open it up for public comment. >> my name is feeter per fortune on on the board of san francisco beautiful, representing that nonprofit. you may or may not know that in 2002 we were instrumental in getting proposition g on the ballot. as recently as 2006-2007 this report was a dream for those of us who think billboards are a visual blight. it would have been a nightmare for the billboard industry. let me explain why. about eight years ago, a little billboard company sued a big there was some startling deposition testimony in that case. on

supervisors to our new mayor, ed, we look forward to doing many wonderful things together and with the entire city of san francisco. thank you all for being part of this wonderful community. [applause] >> i wish you had gone back to sacramento. because he just reminded me that i forgot eric mar. newsom had to remind me. [applause] thank you. the board of supervisors adopted a set of rules to determine how you fill a vacancy when it occurs during the time of a sitting mayor. and those rules require that the presiding judge of the superior court in this county administer the oath of office. we are fortunate to have the presence of the presiding judge and she is katherine feinstein. where are you? would you please join us to do the duty of swearing ed lee in. mr. lee. >> if you would be kind enough to please raise your right hand and repeat after me. i edwin m. lee. >> i edwin m. lee. >> do solemnly swear -- >> do sol manyly swear -- solemnly swear -- >> that i will support and defend -- >> that i will support and defend -- >> the constitution of the united states -- >> the constitution of the united

commissioner avalos: compare that to switch back on light rail vehicles, which i think was 207 across the entire city. so january, relative to the light rail system on the year, has a large number of switchbacks. >> i would want to compare it to another trackless line. 14 has a lot of service, more trips. again, we use some other adjustments to keep the lines spaced evenly. i'm sorry, did you want me to compare -- i would offer that a comparable thing would be to look of other lines in california to give you an apples to apples comparison. commissioner avalos: i think what would be a better comparison is the geary line compared to the 14. >> i have one more slide to offer in terms of what we are doing to continue to improve the performance of the 14 line. one of the things that we talked about, deploying parking control officers in certain areas of congestion. double parking in bus zones. we have been looking at delays at certain times. we have the advantage of looking at some video and we see at all different times double parking in bus zones and that sort of thing. i really believe this second one

in fact, an entire city. scott budman is here to show us what the social network giant is moving to. >> they're moving to a new headquarters. the former sun microsystems campus in menlo park. now, the campus is going to get a new occupant. facebook. the social network had been bursting at the seams. should be all moved in by the end of the year. >> facebook and its culture is right in our wheel house in terms of the history and identity of menlo park. we have always been about innovation and science and high-tech. >> they're about to get a big client. facebook has been growing and raising money by the ton. company officials say they'll use some of that money for the new dugs and to hire new employees. facebook bought 22 acres near the new headquarters, so obviously, a lot of room to grow. no details on how much facebook is paying for the facility, but speaking of that growth tonight at 6:00, some local construction workers who showed up today to tell facebook they want some of the action. you'll hear what fac

we asked them to come to the entire city. we should have more information for you. >> reporter: chief bats says the transition to that new radio system will begin as soon as the city get as new fcc license. live tonight in oakland, mike mibach. >>> san francisco health and human services agency is notifying thousands of med-cal recipients that their information may have been leaked: the agency says at this point there is no evidence the personal information has been sent to any unauthorized parties. >>> marin county officials are now trying to figure out what sickened 160 people last on a trip to the walker ranch. the health department told ktvu today that water tests came back negative to any contaminants. >>> a private high school in san francisco is set to make history. ktvu's john fowler was there as the senior class learned that they will be the first in the nation to be tested for hiv. john. >> reporter: it's this simple test, a mouth swab that literally takes second. but it could mean a lifetime of change for students

proposed fair hikes and service cuts, they may close seven stations and eliminate weekend service entirely. cities around the peninsula and south bay are mounting a letter writing campaign. >>> two bay area legislators want to ban the sale of shark fin soup in california. they are introducing that bill today. it would make it illegal to sell or distribute a shark fin. soup made with cartilage and other tissue is a popular delicacy but there are concerns about fishermen who slice off the fins and throw the rest of the fish away. >> out of office less than three days word the former egyptian president may be in bad health and may have left the country. >> as thieves get cagier, the wiggle test to keep crooks from stealing your information and money at the atm ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, lingers in egypt this afternoon as unrest ripples through the region. egypt's ne >>> uncertainty lingers in egypt as unrest ripples through the region. the new military leaders are calling on labor leaders to stop strikes and protest and allow normalcy to return to the capital. over the weekend a military council dissolved pa

that is throughout the entire city. supervisor cohen: thank you. supervisor mirkarimi: think to come supervisor. i don't believe we have any more questions for you. i did not see your name. >> one of the issues that has come up before is the issue of the assault rate with some of these crimes in terms of having an arrest and then having an actual conviction. is that information included in this report? i know that is something we have asked for in the past. when i was chair, and when supervisor mirkarimi served in that capacity prior to that, we were asking for that information. i am wondering -- >> i will try to get this information to you. tell me exactly what you want. supervisor campos: perhaps you should speak to some of the folks who have played the role your plane. in terms of crimes in san francisco, what is the rate at which you are solving them? supervisor mirkarimi: all cases or just part 1? supervisor campos: part one to begin with. >> part one crimes. supervisor campos: we have as for that before. it is an important piece of informatio

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elise kershner is in san francisco for what this may mean for the entire city. >> reporter: organizers say just a few years ago they were lucky if 5,000 fans showed up for this evented. last year it got a little bit better, 25,000 folks showed up. this year, so many people came here, they had to turn people away at one point. not only that, but a record number of single-game tickets were sold here today. they showed up at the crack of dawn. some waiting for hours to catch a glimpse of the giants. >> really weird seeing them in person compared to on tv. but cool. >> reporter: brian wilson, the catcher buster posey, seemed more like opening day in april than fanfest. >> very, very crowded. the lines are very long for autographs. very long to get in. everybody's pushing each other. >> reporter: so crowded, that the free event got shut down temporarily to allow lines to disperse. >> a great crowd all day. >> reporter: with an estimated 40,000 fans spilling out of at&t park, bars cashed in. >> obviously a huge boon for the city economically. >> we normally get 9,000 to 12,000. we're champio

we make an effort to service the entire city. particularly, we have a regular customer in the bay view. we make an effort to stay in contact with that customer. we create incentives if we are having difficulty filling the order for a driver to go out there. we are installing a system in our company where the customer and the driver can communicate directly. this helps to create reliability, which is important. [tone] supervisor mirkarimi: thank you. appreciate that. next speaker, please. >> thank you. i am with one of the industry groups. i brought some written materials to your office. the first piece of paper showed from "the los angeles times" 10 years ago what happened in los angeles when the police failed to take action against the fate taxis -- fake taxis. it turned out these cars were servicing some neat, like picking up a supermarket. other people saw they could get the free money without the licenses. finally, it got to be where there were 2000 cars that were illegal on the streets every day. it was a perfect cover for h

community in other parts of the city, and those means need to be looked at in the context of the entire cityget, including other departments and their needs, not just there is one disability pie of money and here is what we are born to spend it on. -- going to spend it on. supervisor chu: thank you for answering that question. i wanted to state i was working with the clerk's office -- if we decide if it is possible to do some meetings at 55 franklin, i think there would be cost reduction. would that make sense for us, given that there is seeking in place? -- seating in place. i know there are at least 14 seats in the rotunda. there are already cameras and lights in place. i think the would be a great way to help with some of the main costs. >> thank you with your comments. we are on the same page. we did have a clerk looked into 55 and see if that were an option. in regards to the item, i will be supportive of the item. i think simply, when we do make major renovations, we are actually required by law to make ada access improvements. when city hall was redone in a major way, we did not do th

i also think it's safe to say that the entire city is probably looking for the department of public health'sead on this issue. certainly, our department and other departments, like dpw, and maybe even the department of environment, can help. we need the department of public health's lead on this issue. if you feel like there's a limit to help, please say something. maybe this will come out in the board of supervisors hearing, which you will probably be asked to attend. maybe at that time we can discuss how we can all help. if the board of supervisors decide it belongs in another department, so be it. right now, i believe it is a department of public health issue. i would like to see more movement from the department of public health. >> thank you, commissioner. we will be looking deeply at that. the current group that has been put to another by the department of of the old and aging, are looking specifically into issues with bedbugs. we have made recommendations that we expand this to other city agencies so that we can come up with a more comprehensive approach. with my department, i'm going