The San Francisco County government meeting held on June 9, 2025, focused on substantive amendments to the interim housing ordinance, specifically addressing the use of hotels and motels for temporary housing solutions. The meeting featured representatives from the Department of Public Health (DPH) and the planning department, who presented the proposed changes aimed at addressing homelessness and substance use disorders in the city.

The ordinance allows for interim housing in designated hotels and motels without losing their long-term tourist designation. Initially amended in March, the ordinance was narrowed to include specific locations: the Civic Center Motor Inn, the Monarch, the Adante, and the Cova. These sites will revert to their tourist use once their shelter functions conclude.

Three new projects were introduced as part of the ordinance amendments, focusing on drug-free recovery programs. The first project, the Sharon Hotel, located in District 6, will provide 60 units for adults seeking a clean and sober environment, funded by the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing. The second project, KEEN, also in District 6, will offer 76 short-term health respite beds for adults recovering from substance use, funded by DPH and operated by Westside Community Services. The third project, the Marina Inn in District 2, will provide 68 beds for post-treatment recovery housing, funded by DPH and operated by the Salvation Army.

The meeting included a detailed reading of the amendments necessary to incorporate these three projects into the ordinance, along with technical adjustments to ensure accurate references for the designated locations. The chair of the meeting welcomed questions from attendees, indicating an openness to discussion regarding the proposed changes.

In summary, the meeting underscored San Francisco's ongoing efforts to address homelessness and substance use through targeted housing initiatives, reflecting a commitment to providing supportive environments for recovery while maintaining the integrity of the city’s tourism infrastructure. Further discussions and decisions regarding these amendments are anticipated in future meetings.