the upper left photograph is at the corner of second and natoma. that is the joint french -- joint trench, and that continues well. continued progress on that work. pg&e is getting their work done as well. they had to install a large bowl on fremont street that had to be custom-made. that was installed this last month. the wall on mission, they've gotten that out and reported it, so they are ready to start working on the framing of the wall. there is that first woodpile extracted from the project as we move into a completely new phase with the excavation contractor. the archaeologists are at the far east and of the project, finishing up. they have backfill that hold out and have one more test to do up on the west end, which will start after some building demolition on that and -- end. just under 90% on the demolition side, and on the utility side, they are tracking at almost 99% local labor with 11,000 hours completed to date. are there any questions? >> on this last two pieces, you include kraft hours -- craft hours and number of bay area labor. c

the box extends also underneath nicole mistreat, and the upper levels also over natoma street. you see a map of the west end of the facility. the line shows where the k rail will be located and where the loading docks, affected buildings are located as well. here, you see a section at 101st street, and this depiction here is where our shoring wall will be constructed and where the k rail would be and the amount of right of way that would be left to try to access these loading docks. here is a similar section at natoma street where the k rail will be located and where the shoring wall will be. recology provides both waste service, recycling, and compost service to the affected buildings. a total of four buildings are included in the agreement where the garbage service will be altered. in altering that, they will need to go to a smaller collection equipment or smaller waste containers and more frequent service patterns. this is an image of the type of equipment used in most of these facilities today. a large compacted that has been loaded on the back of the trucks, so this drop n

is there a choice processed natoma -- processed? yes, there would be a choice. and the final would be test score areas, middle school attendance areas, and other tiebreakers the board would shoes, richard -- would choose. the i think it is important to recognize and just say we already have a defacto feeding pattern. when we'll get the most popular middle school programs, we already have a the fact thrown richard -- a defacto pattern. whether we choose to keep out or move to a more affordable pattern, it is something we need to keep in consideration, and it is also important to recognize you cannot move into it or not absent the quality middle school conversation we just had. this is a fundamental piece. what is the recommendation from staff thomas -- from staff and a first and foremost, creating a virtual causeways and time to build a commitment to high- quality middle schools. this also allows for planning an effective implementation, especially around transportation, finance, and staffing. one of the concerns we have heard is we understand and acknowledge the

it is south of market in san francisco near the intersection of fremont and natoma. there is some patchwork in the area that isn't level. so our radio partners kcbs have been telling us that possibly drivers maybe at least one got a flat tire earlier so you can see a construction crew out there. looks like they are trying to pictures problem now but as you can see drivers are having to go around it and they have one lane blocked off there. again, if you don't want a flat tire, take it slow this morning. that's the intersection of fremont and natoma near the transbay terminal south of market in san francisco. elsewhere, we can go out live towards the south bay. no issues here. here's a photographer standing by near the alum rock exit. headlights northbound. easy ride between san jose and up towards santa clara. to the maps and we can show you what it looks like across the bay area. all the approaches to the bay bridge so far look great. no metering lights and yeah, traffic still moving great into san francisco. now, about 6:20 they usually turn on the metering lights.

. >> as to the closed session item, real property negotiators return the property of 85 natoma, the boardtors unanimous -- unanimously passes an agreement [inaudible] $740,000. >> thank you. with that, this meeting is adjourned. both

. >> as to the closed session item, real property negotiators return the property of 85 natoma, the boardtors unanimous -- unanimously passes an agreement [inaudible] $740,000. >> thank you. with that, this meeting is adjourned. both >> about four years ago, [inaudible] look at how beautiful this was. there is our relationship to the planet. these regions are the wealthiest, the most powerful. that really has impacted the planet. it is almost impossible now to go anywhere and had it really be completely dark. there are very few locations that you can find. that means our relationship to the sky, there is a way where we dominate the sky. we cannot see anything really. we are blinding ourselves in a way. >> you can look at the images, they are beautiful. when i started four years ago, there was a conversation about environmental issues that was very different. this is not being talked about in the way it is now. . this has just been like an amazing growth. i anticipate the project to be something that opens a dialogue to public interest in these ideas. so the work is really made to be seen

. >> as to the closed session item, real property negotiators return the property of 85 natoma, the boardtors unanimous -- unanimously passes an agreement [inaudible] $740,000. >> thank you. with that, this meeting is adjourned. both >> welcome to "culture wire." on this episode, we explore what it means to the aged, in today's society -- what it means to be chicana in today's society. chica chic features an array of artwork by five leading chicana artists that addresses a range of issues such as integration, sustainability, and integration. using a distinct visual approach, each of the artist's response to the shifting needs of their communities in ways that offer unique perspectives and multiple points of entry. >> the exhibition is to bring together the voices of a new generation chicana artists, all of whom reference the works of the civil-rights movement in their works, but they are also responding to a new cultural concerns and new cultural circumstances. >> the works in the show include a large canvas depicting a woman washing the beach with her hair at the u.s./mexican border. the

. >> as to the closed session item, real property negotiators return the property of 85 natoma, the boardrectors unanimous -- unanimously passes an agreement [inaudible] $740,000. >> thank you. with that, this meeting is adjourned. both >> and and you, everybody. we will call this disaster council meeting to order. although it is not my first. it is my first. we have done as before. i want to firsp everybody here at the disaster council for being great partners, a great department heads, great supervisors as well. we have been through a number of growth this month, and certainly all of us have been together, talking to all of you at different levels for the disaster in japan. we will begin with a very quick moment of silence. the lives that are still hanging and the ones that have been lost, how we can learn from the extraordinary tragedy and be better ourselves. if we can take half a minute to respect those that have passed away. thank you very much. that was my very first formal disaster as mayor. i had a chance to beat in the sea, if you will. i sought -- saw the immediate response. ou

. >> as to the closed session item, real property negotiators return the property of 85 natoma, the boardtors unanimous -- unanimously passes an agreement [inaudible] $740,000. >> thank you. with that, this meeting is adjourned. both supervisor mar: good morning, everyone. good morning, everyone. this is the tuesday, may 24, 2011 meeting of the land use and economic development committee of the san francisco board of supervisors. to my right is supervisors cohen. to my left is supervisors wiener. we're also joined by a sponsor of the number of the measures, supervisor elsbernd. >> please make sure to turn off all cellphones and pages. items will be on the agenda, unless otherwise stated. supervisor mar: thank you to the staff of sfgtv for broadcasting this today. we have nine items. there's an overflow room. we plan to be recessing this meeting shortly at a little bit before 10:00 a.m. for about 10 minutes to 15 minutes. 4for the five items on our agenda, we should call the first item first and the next items altogether. could you please call item 1? >> item 1. supervisor mar: do we have

. >> to document traffic on the project for the minna-natoma and silver terrace project. chairperson nolan: no public comment? all those in favor? all those opposed? thank you. >> item 14, regarding capital programs including the central subway. now members of the public are interested in addressing you. executive director ford: this is a presentation related to our capital investment program. the board has shown some interest in our operating budget. we will bring to use some of these capital projects, because there are literally dozens of them. we have a quarterly meeting with the fta that lasts three or four hours. i will convince these presentations we do and bring them to you so you get updated in terms of our capital program. the people who will be presenting to you is our central subway project manager, followed by project manager for church and dubose. she will be followed by our project manager on islais creek. >> good afternoon, and directors. i am the central subway program director. as mr. ford indicated, the major capital programs are presented to the federal

. >> as to the closed session item, real property negotiators return the property of 85 natoma, the boardtors unanimous -- unanimously passes an agreement [inaudible] $740,000. >> thank you. with that, this meeting is adjourned. both >> this lodge is home to some of the best fly casting pools in the world. these shallow concrete pools don't have fish. this is just a place where people come to practice their fly casting technique. ith was built in the 1930's and ever since, people have been coming here to get back to nature. every year, the world championship of fly casting is held in san francisco and visitors from all over the globe travel to be here. >> we are here with phil, general manage of san francisco rec and parks department at the anglers lodge. what do you think about this? >> it is spectacular, travis from oregon, taught me a snake roll and a space cast. >> there are people from all over the world come to san francisco and say this is the place to be. >> yeah. it's amazing, we have teams from all over the world here today and they are thrilled. >> i flew from ireland to be her

. >> as to the closed session item, real property negotiators return the property of 85 natoma, the board directors unanimous -- unanimously passes an agreement [inaudible] $740,000. >> thank you. with that, this meeting is adjourned. both >> good morning. it will be the afternoon very soon. i am here today on the hottest day so far this year at o 'connell high school in san francisco. it focuses on our children, our youth, our kids. not only do we want them to keep busy, but in doing that, clearly, i am very lucky because i get to work with wonderful in the smart people that are working collaborative lead to provide all of these programs and make sure that the kids in richmond's are kept at a high level. they will be very much enriched by the programs that we are putting our back behind and our money behind. i am here today with carlos garcia. thank you for being here. the relationship with the school continues. the work with me as the education adviser, it constantly on a weekly of got every other day basis. letting us know about the programs we are doing, what more we can do. it is a t

>> as to the closed session item, real property negotiators return the property of 85 natoma, the board directors unanimous -- unanimously passes an agreement [inaudible] $740,000. >> thank you. with that, this meeting is adjourned. both >> a good afternoon, and welcome to the rules committee meeting. joining us are supervisors elsbernd and farrel. we would like to acknowledge sfgtv and the transcripts they make available online. >> the items on the agenda go to the board on tuesday unless otherwise indicated. >> item 1, confirming the appointing of jane wu to the -- >> can you please introduce yourself to the committee, and talk about your interest in serving in this commission. >> i know you have a long agenda and i will be as brief as possible. you have a detailed by a. a couple of things i wanted to register with you. i was born in sydney, australia and have lived in japan and hong kong, and went to school for 12 years -- but i have lived in san francisco longer than any other place in my life. this is a gateway to the pacific. i love the natural beauty and also the diversity, for s

>> as to the closed session item, real property negotiators return the property of 85 natoma, the board directors unanimous -- unanimously passes an agreement [inaudible] $740,000. >> thank you. with that, this meeting is adjourned. both chu supervisor chu: hello. welcome to the regular meeting of the budget and finance subcommittee. our clear today as mr. victor young -- our klerk today is mr. victor down -- our clerk today is mr. victor young. do we have any announcements? >> if you wish to fill out a reduced make a comment, please fell at a speaker card and submitted to myself. items discussed today will appear but on the board of supervisors vision on may 17, 2011, unless otherwise stated. supervisor chu: thank you very much. would you call item one place? >> item 1, resolution approving and authorizing execution of modification one of lease and use agreement l-10-0084 was emirates for lounge space in the international terminal, boarding area a, of san francisco international airport. >> good morning, members of the committee. the airport is seeking your approval for release modific

many districts like natomas have already moved in that direction, cutting the schedule by five days. >> it's not right. our kids, basically, need more education as it is anyway. >> probably be a lot more dropouts. the children won't be getting tegs that they really need. >> some of you choose not to choose a figure. >> reporter: but with few options, educators say the idea is getting close attention. >> perhaps we take it down to 170. i think that would be regrettable and that denies students learning opportunities that can never be made up. >> that's kevin riggs reporting from our sacramento station. >>> well, a business deal gone bad, and now bay area bridge commuters will pay the pass. marin county supervisor steve kinsey tells bay area news that he and the metropolitan commission agreed to pay $7.5 million to get out of a busted financial deal. the mtc oversees the bay area's seven state-run bridges. in 2003, they contracted with ambac financial group to save millions of dollars by using ambac's aaa rating to sell bridge bonds. ambac went out of business because of bad mortgage l

a government to fight wars we should not be in war fighting and providing cradle to grave and the natomased is a call for and we have to address that. we cannot solve our problems without looking at the monetary issue. the great thing about what has happened in the last four years, all of a sudden the federal reserve and monetary policy has become an issue out on the table. that is a great victory and i the many of you who have helped. -- and i thank the many of you who have help. we did not fed bill passed, although we got it passed the house, not in the senate. but a lot has happened. we got a partial audit, and court cases have been beneficial. it is astounding, as much as i have anticipated it would be very bad, more than one-third of these trillions of dollars that they have 1/3 of it went to overseas banks. one bank bailed out, and guess who was 1/3 owner -- gaddaffi. weis is the reason why should direct our interest in the preservation of our country. we cannot spend our goodness with a gun, and using a gun violates our goodness. liberty should be our costs. i believe all political