Board acknowledges Ramaytush Ohlone as original stewards of San Francisco Peninsula

The San Francisco City Council meeting on May 30, 2025, commenced with a formal land acknowledgment, recognizing the unceded ancestral homeland of the Ramaytush Ohlone people. The acknowledgment emphasized the historical significance of the land and the ongoing responsibilities of the Ramaytush Ohlone as its original stewards. The council expressed respect for the ancestors, elders, and relatives of the Ohlone community, affirming their sovereign rights as the first peoples of the region.

Following the land acknowledgment, the meeting proceeded to the second agenda item, which provided an opportunity for public comment on matters within the board's jurisdiction that were not listed on the agenda. The public was invited to address the board, with each speaker limited to two minutes and a total of 20 minutes allocated for public comments. However, no members of the public chose to speak during this time, leading to a swift conclusion of the public comment period.

The meeting then moved on to the next agenda item, maintaining a structured approach to the proceedings. Overall, the meeting highlighted the council's commitment to recognizing indigenous rights and providing a platform for community engagement, even though no public comments were made.