San Francisco City Update: Potrero Yard Approvals and Spring Health Advisories

Legislative Schedule: Board of Supervisors Meetings

Today, Wednesday, March 18, 2026, the San Francisco Board of Supervisors and its various committees are convening for several high-priority sessions at City Hall. Residents are encouraged to participate in the public comment portions of these meetings, which are also broadcast live on SFGovTV.

• Budget and Finance Committee: Convening at 10:00 AM in Room 250. A primary agenda item includes the legislative approval for the Potrero Yard Modernization Project Agreement. This multi-year effort aims to modernize the century-old bus yard into a four-story electric bus maintenance facility.
• Budget and Appropriations Committee: Meeting at 1:30 PM in Room 250 to continue discussions regarding the city's fiscal framework and capital program updates.
• Assessment Appeals Board No. 1: Holding two sessions today at 9:30 AM and 1:30 PM in Room 405 to hear property valuation disputes and appeals.

Infrastructure and Transit Advisories

The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) and Public Works have issued several active alerts for the week ending March 18, 2026. Motorists and transit riders should plan for the following impacts:

• Transbay Howard Streetscape Project: Expect intermittent lane closures and delays on Howard Street between The Embarcadero and 4th Street. Work is scheduled from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM today. These upgrades include new safety infrastructure and a protected two-way bicycle lane.
• Geary Boulevard Sewer and Water Replacements: Ongoing construction continues along Geary Boulevard between 32nd Avenue and Stanyan Street. Bus stop relocations and lane shifts remain in effect as crews replace aging utility lines.
• 19th Avenue Paving: While Caltrans contractors have begun demobilizing for the winter season, final restriping and message board adjustments are being conducted today in preparation for the spring paving phase.

Public Health and Wellness Alerts

The Department of Public Health (SFDPH) has issued a seasonal health advisory following wastewater surveillance results and clinical reports across Northern California.

• Respiratory Virus Advisory: High levels of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) have been detected in San Francisco wastewater. Symptoms resemble the common cold or flu, but the virus can be severe for infants and seniors. Health officials recommend frequent handwashing and staying home if you experience a persistent cough or fever.
• Tuberculosis Surveillance: SFDPH continues to monitor a localized tuberculosis outbreak originating from a North Beach area high school. Active cases remain under treatment, and the department is providing preventive care for individuals identified with latent infections.

Consumer Safety Notice

An official Proposition 65 Notice of Violation was issued on March 17, 2026, regarding certain brands of canned corned beef products sold within San Francisco. The notice identifies the presence of Bisphenol S (BPS) in the product linings, which may lead to chemical exposure through ingestion. Consumers are advised to review product labels for safety warnings.