The City of San Francisco held a significant meeting on October 1, 2025, focusing on the Dignity Fund Coalition and the upcoming commission on restructuring. Marie Jobling from the coalition announced that they are preparing a position paper for presentation at the commission meeting scheduled for October 15.

A key topic of discussion was the 2025 Dignity Fund community needs assessment. The council noted that an online survey had to be completed by September 30, alongside print surveys and community outreach efforts, including forums and focus groups. The council expressed appreciation for the extensive outreach conducted, which aimed to include diverse populations, particularly those that may have been overlooked, such as Native American and Pacific Islander communities.

Concerns were raised regarding the survey's outreach to homeless individuals. While it was suggested that supportive housing may have facilitated this, there was uncertainty about whether homeless shelters were adequately engaged. The council discussed strategies to improve awareness of the survey among San Franciscans, emphasizing the need for better communication about the Department of Aging and Adult Services (DAAS) and related surveys.

The meeting also addressed the status of the advisory council to the DAAS commission, which was described as borderline inactive due to high vacancies and infrequent meetings. A review revealed that there have been only three canceled meetings in the past three years, with ongoing challenges in filling supervisor and commission member vacancies. The council noted that some vacancies resulted from the passing of members, highlighting the demographic challenges faced by the group.

A hearing is scheduled for October 15 to further discuss these issues, and a proposal to restructure the Oversight Council and the Dignity Fund Oversight Advisory Council has been prepared for review. The council encouraged public attendance and input at the upcoming meeting, reflecting a commitment to transparency and community engagement.

Overall, the meeting underscored the importance of inclusive outreach and the need for active participation in advisory roles to better serve the community's needs.