The San Francisco City Commission convened on January 28, 2025, to address several agenda items, beginning with the approval of the minutes from the previous meeting held on January 14, 2025. The commissioners reviewed the minutes, and after confirming there were no comments or corrections, a motion was made and seconded to approve them. The roll call vote resulted in unanimous approval from all present commissioners.

Following the approval of the minutes, the meeting transitioned to the general public comment segment. The commission emphasized the importance of civic engagement and encouraged respectful communication from attendees. Members of the public were invited to share their thoughts on matters within the commission's jurisdiction that were not on the agenda.

During this segment, Mr. Da Costa addressed the commission, expressing concerns related to emergency preparedness in light of recent fires in Southern California. He highlighted the need for inspections of the city’s cisterns, hydrants, and reservoirs, referencing the lack of organization during the 1989 earthquake. Mr. Da Costa noted that the city currently has about 200 cisterns, each capable of holding 75,000 gallons of water, and inquired about the last inspection dates and the responsible parties for their maintenance.

The meeting underscored the commission's commitment to public safety and the importance of maintaining infrastructure to ensure readiness for emergencies. The discussions will likely prompt further inquiries into the management and inspection protocols of the city's water storage systems.