San Francisco Youth Commission
Minutes
Monday, April 6, 2015
5:15-8:00pm
City Hall, Room 416
1. Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Pl.
San Francisco, CA 94102

There will be public comment on each item.

Jillian Wu, Lily Marshall-Fricker, Rosa Chen, Emily Guo, Luis Avalos Nuñez, Precious Listana, Joyce Wu, Noah David, Alex Berliner, E’mani Davis, Joshua Cardenas, Michel Li, Anna Bernick, Sophie Edelhart, David Zheng

1. Call to Order and Roll Call for Attendance

The meeting was called to order at 5:18 PM. Commissioner Edelhart had been excused from the meeting. Commissioner Listana was absent. Staff present: Allen Lu, Monica Guzman, Adele Failes-Carpenter.

There was quorum.

Commissioner Listana arrived at 5:36 PM.

There was no public comment.

2. Approval of Agenda (Action Item)

Commissioner Joyce Wu, seconded by Commissioner Cardenas, moved to approve the agenda. The motion was approved by acclamation. There was no public comment.

3. Approval of Minutes (Action Item)

A. March 16, 2015
(Document A)

Commissioner Bernick, seconded by Commissioner David, moved to approve the minutes from the March 16, 2015 meeting. The motion was approved by acclamation. There was no public comment.

4. Public Comment on Items not on Agenda (Discussion Only)

There was no public comment.

6. Presentations (All Items to Follow Discussion and Possible Action)

A. Presentation on Dream SF Fellowship
Presenters: Kraig Cook, Policy Analyst/Program Manager, Office of Civic Engagement and Immigrant Affairs
(Document G)

The chair called item 6A out of order.  Kraig Cook from the Office of Civic Engagement and Immigrant Affairs (OCEIA) was joined by two DreamSF fellows, Madiha Khan and Miguel Castillo. The DreamSF fellowship, which had a pilot program last year, was renewed for another year and they are currently accepting applications. The DreamSF fellowship is for 18-25 year old deferred youth (deferred action for childhood arrivals). A fellow works 20 hours a week at a host organization and participates in leadership development and mentoring opportunities. The requirements are that the youth have graduated from high school by June 1, 2015, have not completed a college degree, are DACA-approved, and are a SF resident. This past year, 14 youth successfully completed their work at their host organizations and 10 of them stayed on with those organizations. In 2014 over 8000 hours of service to immigrant communities was done in San Francisco through their pilot cohort with 15 fellows.
Program dates are June 1 - Dec 18, 2015. There is a $7,800 stipend for the fellowship. Applications are available online at dacasf.com

Miguel Castillo spoke about his experience as a fellowship participant. His fellowship organization was at Legal Services for Children. During his fellowship he had weekly meetings and trainings where he gained professional experience. He went to immigrant shelters and visited minors to see what legal relief there was for them. OCEIA and the DreamSF fellowship gave him skills so he could be kept there.

Madiha Khan interned at the Office of Civic Engagement and Immigrant Affairs. She stated it was one of the best experiences she has had. She gained not only work experience, but two great mentors, who have helped her through school, work and life in general. During her fellowship she participated in political, analytical, professional development, legal and social service opportunities.

Chair Li asked that since the DreamSF fellowship is for 18-25, will there be any programs for high school age youth who have DACA. Mr. Cook explained that it could in the future include high schoolers, but that the program is currently structured for people who have graduated from high school. They are looking for expansion of the program or a parallel program and that program could possibly accept high school age participants.

Commissioner Avalos asked for some of the organizations that partners with DreamSF for the fellowship. Mr. Cook explained that for an organization to become a partner, they must apply through a competitive process. Some examples of partner organizations are Mujeres Unidas Latina, LYRIC, Mission Asset Fund, and Dolores Street Community Services. It is a diverse group and they hope to expand both their cohort and organizations that represent the diversity of San Francisco.

Commissioner Davis asked about how many people applied to the fellowship last year. Mr. Cook stated that he was unsure of the exact number but there were about 30 applications and from there 15 were chosen.

Commissioner Berliner asked if this was only for DACA youth and if there were any programs for youth who don’t qualify for DACA because of criminal history? Mr. Cook stated that OCEIA does not have a direct program for those youth, but OCEIA works with partner organizations that do work with them and could direct youth to those programs.

Chair Li asked if the stipend is given in one lump sum. Mr. Cook explained that it is split up. Last year the stipend was paid monthly and it likely to be a similar plan this year.

Commissioner Wu extended an invitation on behalf of the Immigration and Employment Committee to a DACA waiver convener meeting being held next Monday April 13th at 4:30 pm. Mr. Cook thanked her for the invitation and said that someone from the office will attend and he will let the alumni from the fellowship know about it.

Chair Li asked Mr. Cook if there was anything else OCEIA and the DreamSF fellowship wanted Youth Commission to do. Mr. Cook requested that the Youth Commission please help spread the word by letting your schools and peers know and by sharing on social media.

Chair Li thanked Mr. Cook and the two fellowship participants for presenting.

There was no public comment.

5. Legislation Referred the Board of Supervisors (All Items to Follow Discussion and Possible Action)

A. [BOS File No 150267] Charter Amendment – Sixteen and Seventeen-Year-Old Voting for Municipal Elections
Sponsors: Supervisors Avalos, Campos, Kim, Mar
(Document B)

Commissioner Cardenas began by giving some background information on the Charter Amendment. On March 17th, 2015, Supervisors Avalos, Campos, Kim and Mar introduced this legislation at the Board of Supervisors meeting. At first there was concern about whether the amendment would apply to the school board elections because San Francisco might not have proper authority. However, the city attorney stated that 16 & 17 year olds will in fact be able to vote in school elections and municipal elections. More than likely a public hearing will be held in May 2015. Commissioner Cardenas stated that if anyone has any questions about updates they should check in with him and he encouraged commissioners to talk to their appointing official if they haven’t done so already. If their appointing official has any concerns about it then they should forward it to staff or Commissioner Cardenas. He wants to make sure that the Youth Commission addresses the supervisors concerns and that the Youth Commission is able to answer them competently.

Chair Li congratulated Commissioner Cardenas for all the work he has put into this legislation.

Commissioner Cardenas, seconded by Commissioner Avalos, motioned to support the legislation. Chair Li called for a roll call vote on this motion. The motion passed by the following roll call votes: 13 Aye’s: Avalos, Berliner, Bernick, Cardenas, Chen, David, Edelhart, Guo, Li, Listana, Jillian Wu, Joyce Wu, Zheng, Davis; 1 No’s: Marshall-Fricker.

There was no public comment.

B. [BOS File No. 150241] Administrative Code - Prohibiting Advertisements for Sugar-Sweetened Beverages on City Property
Sponsors: Supervisors Cohen, Mar, Wiener
Presenter: Peter Lauterborn, Legislative Aide, Supervisor Eric Mar
(Document C)

Peter Lauterborn, Legislative Aide to Supervisor Eric Mar, gave some history on sugar-sweetened beverage legislation. Last year the Youth Commission supported the soda tax. The soda tax received 56% of the vote, but it did not receive the majority 2/3 vote necessary to pass into law. The supervisors came back with other legislation to help address this public health issue.

In this current generation 1 in 3 people are going to have type 2 diabetes; if you’re a person of color that goes up to 1 in 2. People suffer severe adverse reactions from the consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages. San Francisco is spending millions on health issues related to obesity, diabetes, fatty liver disease, tooth decay and other illnesses associated with excessive sugar consumption. This is outside of other non-medical related expenses such as loss of work because of illness.

Because of this, the city decided to not profit from advertisements on city property for things that aren’t good for the community.

Commissioner Listana asked if city billboard advertisements will also count as part of this prohibition. Mr. Lauterborn took this opportunity to segue into the discussion of item 5d.

Commissioner Listana, seconded by Commissioner Davis, motioned to support the legislation.
Motion passed by acclamation.

There was no public comment

C. [BOS File No. 150243] Administrative Code - Barring City Departments from Purchasing and City Contractors from Selling or Distributing Sugar-Sweetened Beverages
Sponsors: Supervisors Mar, Weiner, Cohen
Presenter: Peter Lauterborn, Legislative Aide, Supervisor Eric Mar
(Document D)

Mr. Lauterborn states that this legislation is more directly related to youth programming. It bars any city dept or the 450 grantees of DCYF, from using public money to buy sugar-sweetened beverages. This means that at a staff meeting, community meeting or at a youth program, the city will no longer give money to agencies to buy sugar-sweetened beverages. This legislation does not prohibit vendors or individuals, but just prohibits public money from being spent on these beverages.

Commissioner Berliner asked if a supervisor was having an event at his office, he couldn’t let his aides buy soda. Mr. Lauterborn explained that if they had a meeting at the supervisor’s office. The city could no purchase overly sugary beverages for the meeting. An individual could buy it but the city could not use their own money.

Chair Li asked that in terms of keeping track of how the funds are being used, is that something that is easy to monitor. Mr. Lauterborn stated that enforcement of contract rules in general is a huge challenge. There are already a lot of rules of how city can use their money or not. Oversight is going to be a challenge. This legislation does not add funding to do additional enforcement but every department has its own form of enforcement.

Commissioner Berliner, seconded by Commissioner Joyce Wu, motioned to support the legislation.

Motion was passed by acclamation.

There was no public comment.

D. [BOS File No. 150245] Health Code - Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Warning for Advertisements
Sponsors: Supervisors Wiener, Mar, Cohen
Presenter: Peter Lauterborn, Legislative Aide, Supervisor Eric Mar
(Document E)

In response to Commissioner Listana’s question regarding advertisements on city billboards, because city billboards are privately owned, they would not have the prohibition. However, any other signs will have a warning label. The only places that are city owned that have advertisements are city buses and bus stops, so that is all that the city can regulate. However, this legislation covers all other advertisements in the city. They would carry a warning label proportionate to the sign or the billboard. The federal government already does it with alcohol and tobacco. We’ll be the first jurisdiction doing this on sugary drinks.

Commissioner Listana asked what the enforcement measures will be. Mr. Lauterborn stated that there are staff that are supposed to be out there enforcing. There are mechanisms in place. Something to also note is not everything that says Coca Cola, for example, is a considered an advertisement. A neon logo or sign may not be considered an advertisement and would not require a warning.

Commissioner Guo asked if there were any constitutional issues involved with passing any of these legislations. She stated that they we were told by several supervisors that they couldn’t legislate on certain issues on advertisements because of constitutional concerns, one example is the abortion banners. Mr. Lauterborn stated that the beverage industry will probably try to sue the city for this. There is however constitutional backing when the government decides a restriction is in place for public welfare and interest. There are also constitutional issues when restrictions are placed on content specific issues. An example of a content specific issue is that of the abortion banners. This also has more to do with the private sector restriction vs. non-profit restrictions.

Commissioner Avalos asked what these warning labels will say. Mr. Lauterborn stated that they would say: “WARNING: Drinking beverages with added sugar(s) contributes to obesity, diabetes, and tooth decay. This is a message from the City and County of San Francisco.”

Commissioner Berliner asked if it would be possible to put photos with the warning like they do in other countries. Mr. Lauterborn stated that the US is a bit behind on things like this. San Francisco would be the first place to put these warning labels so this is a starting place.

Commissioner Cardenas asked if there was research that supports the notion that people don’t have enough background knowledge on what sugary beverages do to you. Mr. Lauterborn stated that it seems like people have a general idea that certain things aren’t good for you, but it is not quite clear how much they know how ‘bad’ it is for you. There is also a lot of misinformation. Education is not enough but it begins to denormalize drinking sugar-sweetened beverages and that is a first step.

Commissioner Davis asked why the warning will say that ‘this is a message from SF” but not the beverage companies saying it? Mr. Lauterborn stated that similar to tobacco and alcohol products whose warnings aren’t from the companies themselves the beverages will have a warning from San Francisco. The message will be stronger coming from an outside source than if the company uses it as its own advertising message.

Commissioner Cardenas asked how effective do you think these warnings will be, comparing it to cigarette warnings. Mr. Lauterborn stated that cigarette consumption didn’t go down drastically after the warnings were in place. It went down more so when the taxes went up. So what this legislation hopes to do is help reduce consumption and promote education.

Commissioner Marshall-Fricker stated that ultimately it is up to each individual whether or not they buy sugar-sweetened beverages though. Mr. Lauterborn stated that that is true, however it also comes down to the choices people have. There are neighborhoods and areas in cities called, food deserts with no options. In San Francisco there aren’t as many deserts but instead places called food swamps, or places that have food but bad food where there aren’t good options. The Bayview and Tenderloin areas are some, and even some parts of the Outer Richmond and Outer Sunset. If there aren’t a lot of options but there are a lot of advertisements and it is normalized to drink sugar-sweetened beverages, then the choices become more difficult.

Commissioner Avalos asked how long do you think before this catches a lot of momentum. Peter Lauterborn stated that is hard to say. Soda science is very new. They keep coming up with new research. There are things like the open truth campaign and other organizations trying to spread the word. These legislations are also trying to get these things out the door.

Commissioner Bernick, seconded by Commissioner David, motions to support the legislation.
Motion was passed by acclamation.

There was no public comment.

E. [BOS File No. 150252] Resolution Supporting California Senate Bill 203 (Monning) - Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Safety Warning Act
Sponsors: Supervisors Mar, Cohen, Wiener
(Document F)

Mr. Lauterborn explained that this resolution is supporting the California Senate Bill of putting similar warnings on actual beverage cans and bottles.

Commissioner Berliner would like to ask that they explore the possibility of stronger warning labels including pictures however graphic Commissioner Listana commented that messages should be more impactful. To prevent people to buy it, it should speak more to the heart. If you see a photo it is more impactful than just text. Commissioner Davis feels that the warnings should be more impactful as well. If San Francisco is going to be the first to do this, then they should do it strongly.

Commissioner Cardenas thinks that the warning labels should be put into place. He stated that in his neighborhood people don’t usually read nutrition labels, so a warning label will help them make a more informed decision when purchasing excessively sugary drinks.

Commissioner Berliner also thinks that it is a great idea that the city restricts city money to be used on sodas and other sugary beverages. She stated that it helps uphold San Francisco’s progressive position. She believes the city should explore doing things like this when it comes to all harmful substances that are being distributed throughout the city.

Commissioner David, seconded by Commissioner Berliner, motioned to support the legislation.
Motion was passed by acclamation.

There was no public comment

7. Youth Commission Business (All Items to Follow Discussion and Possible Action)

B. [First Reading] Resolution 1415-AL-10 Urging the development and implementation of a recreation and open space equity analysis and enhancing protocols for increasing youth and community access in our City’s parks
Sponsors: Housing, Environment and City Services Committee
(Document I)

Commissioners Listana, Chen and Davis read the resolution into the public record.

Commissioner Berliner commended her colleagues on this resolution. She appreciates everyone who contributed to this much needed resolution in light of the increased tension in her district, district 9.

Chair Li, stated that many of these resolutions they’re reading are first readings, so the committees are welcoming any edits or suggestions, either now or later, so that these can be included in the upcoming Budget Policy Priorities.

Commissioner Avalos asked the HECS committee if they had more statistics to include in their resolution. Inserting them would make them stronger. Commissioner Chen responded that they have statistics but have not put it in yet. Commissioner Listana stated that they also have scholarship information and will include it in the final draft.

There was no public comment.

C. [First Reading] Resolution 1415-AL-11 Urging regular review and analysis of outcomes of San Francisco Police Department referrals to Child Protective Services
Sponsors: Youth Justice Committee
(Document J)

Commissioner Berliner and Commissioner Joyce Wu read the resolution into the public record.

Chair Li had a question regarding DGO 7.04 and DGO 6.09. She was seeking clarification on them. Commissioner Berliner stated that DGO 6.09 is specifically for referrals. Staff Adele Failes-Carpenter explained that in DGO 7.04 the issue that they were seeking to address is if police make an arrest and another parent can’t be contacted then they would call CPS to do a background on the person with whom the child would be left.

Commissioner Avalos asked if there has been any information on what would happen to undocumented children or children with undocumented parents. Commissioner Berliner stated that their committee has discussed this and it shouldn’t be an issue because San Francisco is a sanctuary city.

There was no public comment.

D. Motion 1415-AL-12 Youth Commission support for maintenance of youth representation on the Our Children, Our Families Council
Sponsors: Executive Committee
(Document K)

Commissioner Listana read the motion into the public record.

She gave some background on the Our Children, Our Families Council (OCOF). We are requesting that the OCOF council consist of 1 public school youth, 1 TAY, 1 youth commissioner appointed youth and 1 student advisory council appointed youth.

Commissioner Cardenas asked how many seats there were originally. Staff Allen Lu responded that there were 2 seats, one from the Youth Commission and one from Student Advisory Council. However, in the last draft they lowered it to just 1 youth seat. The Youth Commission is requesting that they raise it to 4 seats, because there are so many seats in general that they wanted a diverse youth voice representative of the total.

Commissioner Davis asked if this is a seat that the Youth Commission would appoint or is a youth commissioner appointed to the seat. Chair Li responded that it would be a youth commissioner appointed by the Youth Commission.

Commissioner Cardenas asked how long the terms will be. Staff Allen Lu responded that there are 2 year terms for regular members.

Commissioner Joyce Wu was wondering how many seats are there total in the OCOF. Staff Allen Lu responded that the number has been fluctuating, but they are at about 30.

Commissioner Cardenas asked that if it is a youth commissioner appointed by the Youth Commission and this person only serves one term, how does it work with the OCOF if they are supposed to serve a two year term. Staff Adele Failes-Carpenter stated that that is great commentary/feedback that should be given to the OCOF.

Commissioner Joyce Wu was wondering if you could leave after one year even if it is a two year term. Staff Allen Lu stated that in regard to the public member seat there might be language there that could be flexible.

Staff Adele Failes-Carpenter stated there might be some confusion between the OAC (Oversight and Advisory Committee) and the OCOF. In the OAC, youth commissioners are recommending a non-youth commissioner youth to the Mayor’s Office to consider appointment. Whereas in the OCOF it is a more informal appointment and there is still flexibility with the wording of the commission seats.

Commissioner Listana, seconded by Commissioner Avalos, motioned to support this legislation.
This motion was passed by acclamation.

There was no public comment.

A. [First Reading] Resolution 1415-AL-09 Urging the Mayor and the Board of Supervisors to declare 2015 the Year of Recognizing Homeless Youth and calling on the City to prioritize the provision of housing, employment training, and services for the homeless youth population
Sponsors: Housing, Environment and City Services Committee
(Document H)

The chair called item 7A out of order.

Commissioner Bernick asked that before the Youth Commission introduces the resolution, they wish to introduce their co-authors, the Larkin Street Youth Advisory Board.

Alex Howard, from the Larkin Street Youth Advisory Board, gave an introduction. Larkin Street has been working with HECS committee for months now. The HECS committee came in and led a resolution writing workshops which was helpful in explaining what a resolution was and how to write one. The Youth Advisory Board voted and took on writing the first draft of the resolution. They believe that homelessness is a huge problem in San Francisco and so often youth experiencing it are left out of the conversation. They are really excited about getting public recognition on how ending homelessness is really important. They are also looking forward to hearing the resolution and hoping the Youth Commission passes it and it is brought to the Board of Supervisors.

Westley West, a fellow Youth Advisory Board member, stated that it was nice to know that they have a voice that takes them to another level outside of their organization. He apologized for the rest of the advisory board members for not being able to be there and thanked the HECS committee for all their work.

Commissioner Avalos thanked the Larkin Street Youth Advisory Board for coming out and for working with HECS committee on this resolution. He also thanked them for all the work they do to support homeless youth.

Commissioner Bernick and Commissioner David read the resolution into the public record.

There was no public comment.

8. Committee Reports (Discussion Only)

A. Executive Committee

Commissioner Avalos was wondering how the process would go with budget policy priorities. Staff Adele Failes-Carpenter stated that each committee chair should make it an agenda item at their next meeting and discuss them with their colleagues. If anyone has further questions they should contact Commissioner Edelhart.

Commissioner Listana stated that the week of April 13th will be a working meeting because first meeting for budget policy priorities is April 20th. This is mainly for the chairs.

B. Housing, Environment, and City Services Committee

Commissioner Chen updated that they have been working with Larkin St on the year of recognizing homeless youth resolution and have also been working on a park equity resolution. They will be having a meeting this Thursday with Glenn Eagleson and Anne Romero to talk about TAY Housing.


C. Immigration and Employment Committee

Commissioner Joyce Wu stated that the committee met with legislative aide, Jen Low regarding DACA and fee waivers.

D. Youth Justice Committee

Commissioner Berliner stated that at their last meeting they met with domestic violence advocates. They continue to take allies’ recommendations for their resolution. Their next meeting is next Tuesday.

E. Vote 16 Updates

Commissioner Cardenas gave an update on Vote 16. He stated that so far staff and commissioners have been meeting with other orgs to discuss next steps. Commissioner Fewer from the San Francisco Board of Education will be at the office at 4:30 pm on April 7th for Vote 16 updates if anyone wants to attend.

F. Youth Advisory Council


There were no updates.

There was no public comment.

9. Staff Report (Discussion Only)

Staff Adele Failes-Carpenter thanked Chair Li for running a super efficient meeting. With that in mind please prepare for a long meeting for April 20th.

The tentative date confirmed for the budget policy priorities presentation is May 20th at the Budget and Finance meeting. The meeting will be at a youth friendly hour, so should be a 4:30 pm meeting.

The Vote 16 website is live! www.vote16sf.wordpress.com. It is super cool and will continue to be updated by amazing interns.

YC Apps are still open until April 20th. Please encourage friends and people in your neighborhoods and districts to apply. If they have questions staff is happy to speak with them too.

Soon the Youth Commission will start to outreach for the Oversight Advisory Committee. Two seats that the Youth Commission will formally recommend and one seat for TAY that the Youth Commission will make a soft recommendation.

Since the Budget and Finance presentation of the budget policy priorities is on May 20th, we are trying to have a first reading of them on April 20th and a second reading May 4th.

Commissioner Bernick, asked what the deadline was for returning commissioners to apply? Staff Failes-Carpenter responded that it is the end of the month. Youth Commission staff will send it out in the upcoming weekly internal update.

April 21st, the Juvenile Justice Commission met with Vice Chair Edelhart and they want to invite the Youth Commission to come to their next meeting. They want to collaborate on youth justice related issues. Chair Li and Commissioner Avalos stated that they can attend.

Staff Allen Lu stated that this Saturday April 11th at 80 Fresno St from 11 - 3 pm there is going to be an art booth hosted by 13 poppies as part of the where do you belong art project. Employment Immigration Committee helped design the questions for the art booth. Youth Commission members should come out and support.

The Campaign for Tobacco Free Kids was wondering if the Youth Commission could come by the April 16th Public Safety and Neighborhood Services meeting for a hearing on banning smokeless tobacco products in athletic fields. If you are able to support and give public comment, come to the hearing. There is also a letter you can sign.

Staff Monica Guzman announced that the Youth Commission has dates for the potential Youth Commissioners interviews. The interviews will be on May 11th, 13th and 15th from 4:30 - 6:30 in Rm. 278.

She also stated that on April 18th there will be a Bayview Youth Summit and they were wondering if Youth Commissioners could come in to discuss park equity and vote 16.

Public Comment:
Youth Advisory Board announced that they will also be at the Bayview Youth Summit.

There was no additional public comment.

10. Announcements (This Includes Community Events)

Commissioner Berliner stated that April 14th is national shut it down day. They are having 3 meeting spots in the Bay Area, including Oakland and San Francisco. Stop Mass Incarceration and Black Lives Matter are promoting this movement. If you can’t leave school ask your teacher for ways your class can discuss these issues at school.

Commissioner Cardenas informed fellow commissioners about a program called Countable where you can see legislation that is in congress and you can vote on it. It then is sent to your congress member. They are expanding to San Francisco and New York for local elections. You can vote yes or no and it’ll be sent to your supervisors.

Commissioner Listana added that Commissioner Edelhart wanted to state that the Juvenile Justice Commission is in support of Vote 16. She also gave an update on D6 sports, which is a committee of young people working on having organized sports teams in the Tenderloin. It is meant to unify all the young people ages 10 - 15 that play a sport. They are going to start with basketball in early May.

There was no public comment.

11. Adjournment

The meeting was adjourned at 7:31 pm.

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