Fire Commission - December 10, 2025
Regular Commission Meeting
Agenda

SAN FRANCISCO San Francisco Fire Deprtment Official Seal FIRE COMMISSION

Fire Commission Regular Meeting

December 10, 2025, 9:00 – 12:00 p.m.

 

City Hall, 1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place, Room 416 n San Francisco n California n 94102

AGENDA

This meeting will be held in person at the location listed above.  Members of the public attending the meeting in-person will have an opportunity to provide public comment.  Members of the public participating remotely may access the meeting and participate remotely by following the instructions below.  Members of the public may address the Commission for up to three minutes per item. 

 

PUBLIC COMMENT CALL-IN:

1 (415) 655-0001

MEETING ID: 2661 872 4594

 

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You may also watch live at www.sfgovtv.org

 

Item No.
1.         ROLL CALL

 

President Marcy Fraser
Vice President Paula Collins
Commissioner Stephen A. Nakajo
Commissioner Armie Morgan
Commissioner Allan Low
   
Chief of Department Dean Crispen

Ramaytush Ohlone Land Acknowledgement

The San Francisco Fire Commission acknowledges that we are on the unceded ancestral homeland of the Ramaytush Ohlone who are the original inhabitants of the San Francisco Peninsula. As the indigenous stewards of this land, and in accordance with their traditions, the Ramaytush Ohlone have never ceded, lost, nor forgotten their responsibilities as the caretakers of this place, as well as for all peoples who reside in their traditional territory. As guests, we recognize that we benefit from living and working on their traditional homeland. We wish to pay our respects by acknowledging the Ancestors, Elders, and Relatives of the Ramaytush Ohlone community and by affirming their sovereign rights as First Peoples.

 

2.         GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT
Members of the public may address the Commission for up to three minutes on any matter within the Commission’s jurisdiction that does not appear on the agenda.  Speakers shall address their remarks to the Commission as a whole and not to individual Commissioners or Department personnel.  Commissioners are not to enter into debate or discussion with a speaker.  The lack of a response by the Commissioners or Department personnel does not necessarily constitute agreement with or support of statements made during public comment.

 

3.         APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES [Discussion and possible action]

Discussion and possible action to approve meeting minutes.

  • Minutes from Regular Meeting on November 12, 2025.

 

  1. CHIEF OF DEPARTMENT’S REPORT [Discussion]

REPORT FROM CHIEF OF DEPARTMENT, DEAN CRISPEN

Report on current issues, activities, and events within the Department since the Fire Commission meeting November 12, 2025, including budget, academies, special events, communications, and outreach to other government agencies and the public.

 

REPORT FROM OPERATIONS, DEPUTY CHIEF PATRICK RABBITT

Report on overall field operations, including greater alarm fires, Bureau of Fire Prevention & Investigation, Training within the Department, and Airport Division.

REPORT FROM EMS AND Community Paramedicine, ASSISTANT DEPUTY CHIEFS TONY MOLLOY AND APRIL SLOAN

Report on the EMS and Community Paramedicine Divisions.

 

5.         ORDINANCE TO AMEND ADMINISTRATIVE CODE 2A.91 AND 2A.93 AND ADOPTION OF COLLABORATIVE PROCESS FOR APPOINTMENT OF DEPARTMENT PHYSICIAN [Discussion]

Discussion on the recently introduced ordinance amending San Francisco Administrative Code section 2A.93 (regarding appointment of Deputy Chief, EMS and Community Paramedicine), and deleting section 2A.91 (regarding Commission appointment and removal of department physician), and discussion regarding the development and adoption of a collaborative process for the appointment of the department physician.

 

6.         FIRE DEPARTMENT ADMINISTRATIVE BULLETINS [Discussion and possible action]

Presentation by Fire Marshal Chad Law on Administrative Bulletins. Discussion and possible action to adopt the Fire Department Administrative Bulletins as presented.

  • Administrative Bulletin 1.01: Scope 2025.
  • Administrative Bulletin. 2.01: Fire Alarm and Signaling Systems Submittals (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 2.02: Submittal Requirements for Kitchen Hood and Duct. Extinguishing Systems (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 2.03: Submittal Requirement for Clean Agent Fire Suppression Systems (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 2.04: Fire Sprinkler Submittals (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 2.05: Fire/Smoke Damper Submittal Guidelines for New Buildings and Tenant Improvements (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 2.06: Submittal Requirements for Cellulary Antenna Sites (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 2.07: Permit Application Checklist for Diesel Generators, Fuel-Oil Systems, Diesel Fire Pumps, and Fuel Tanks Serving Generators and Fire Pumps (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 2.08: Retroactive Sprinkler Installation for High-Rise Buildings Submittal & Umbrella Permit (2022) - No Change.
  • Administrative Bulletin 2.09: Underground Pipe Detail Plan and Design Criteria Submittal for Installation of Underground Piping for Fire Sprinkler Service (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 2.11: Submittal Guidelines for Emergency Evacuation Signs (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 2.12: Flame Effect Performance Application Requirements (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 2.13: Submittal Requirements for Temporary Tents and Membrane Structures (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 2.14: Submittal Guidelines and Requirements for Fire Permit Applications (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 2.16: Submittal Guidelines for Fire Department Access & Fire Flow Approval (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 2.17: Submittal Guidelines for Cannabis and Plant Cultivation Facilities (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 2.18: Submittal Guidelines for Cannabis and Plant Extraction Facilities (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 3.01: LED and Graphic Annunciator Panels (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 3.02: Fire Alarm Annunciation (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 3.03: Fire Alarm Certification (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 3.04: ERRC Certification (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 3.05: New and Replacement Fire Alarm Systems - High-Rise Evacuation/Relocation Policy (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 3.08: Sleeping Area Fire Alarm Requirements (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 4.03: Acceptance Testing of New High-Rise Sprinkler and Standpipe Systems (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 4.04: Color Coding of Existing Standpipe Systems (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 4.05: Protection of Standpipe Inlets/Outlets (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 4.06: Design Criteria for Fire Department Connections and Standpipe Outlet Valves (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 4.09: Removal of Class II Standpipe Hose Cabinets in Sprinkler Retrofitted Buildings (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 4.10: Test of Fixed Extinguishing Systems (Sprinkler and Standpipe Systems) (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 4.11: Sprinkler System Water Flow Alarms and Monitoring (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 4.12: Temporary Standpipes in Buildings Under Construction (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 4.13: Sprinkler & Standpipe Flow Rates and Required Pressures (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 4.15: Attachments and Anchors Acceptable for Hanging and Sway Bracing of Sprinkler Pipe (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 4.16: Sprinkler Systems in Existing Live/Work Occupancies (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 4.17: Pre-Action Sprinkler System Supplied by Wet Pipe Sprinkler Systems (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 4.18: Sprinkler and Standpipe Signs (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 4.19: Manual Wet Standpipe Sizing (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 4.20: Design of Fire Pump Suction Piping, Fire Pump Location, and Water Storage Tank (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 4.21: Single, Double & Non-Interlock Pre-Action Systems (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 4.22: Design of Fire Pump Wiring Methods (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 4.23: Combination Fire Services (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 4.24: Fire Department Connections (FDC) Requirements (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 4.25: Sprinkler Protection for Car Stackers/Lift Systems (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 4.26: Labels for Sprinkler System Control Valves (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 4.27: Listed Flexible Sprinkler Hose Fittings (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 4.28: Fire Sprinkler System Coverage Requirements for Balconies and Terraces (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 4.29: Sprinkler Protection Requirements for Parking Spaces Associated with Electric Vehicles (EV) Charging Stations (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 5.05: Signage for Buildings with Wood or Lightweight Steel Truss, or Composite Wood Joist (TJI) Floor/Roof Construction (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 5.06: Requirements for SFFD Approval of Temporary Permits of Occupancy for New or Change of Use High-Rise Buildings (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 5.07: Air Replenishment Systems (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 5.08: Fire Service Access Elevators (FSAE) and Occupant Evacuation Elevators (OEE) (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 5.09: Lock Box Program Guidelines for New and Replacement Boxes (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 5.11: Submittal Guidelines for On-Demand Mobile Fueling (2025).
  • Administrative Bulletin 5.14: Removal of Fire-Smoke Dampers from HVAC Penetrations of Fire-Resistance Rated Corridors (2025).

 

7.         AMENDMENTS TO 2025 FIRE CODE [Discussion and possible action]       

Fire Marshal Chad Law to present amendments to the San Francisco Fire Department’s 2025 Fire Code. Discussion and possible action to review and approve the amended 2025 Fire Code.

8.         ADJOURNMENT

 


 

San Francisco Fire Commission

NOTICE OF COMMISSION PROCEDURES

Commission Meeting Schedule and Location

 

Between January 1, 2026, and June 30, 2026, the Fire Commission will meet regularly on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at San Francisco City Hall, 1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place, San Francisco, CA 94102. The meeting will take place in Room 416 at 9:00 a.m. This rule shall sunset on July 1, 2026, unless extended or shortened by action of the Fire Commission. After that time, the Fire Commission will meet regularly on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month at San Francisco City Hall, 1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place, San Francisco, CA 94102. The second Wednesday will be in Room 416 at 9:00 a.m. and the fourth Wednesday will be in Room 400 at 5:00 p.m.

 

Commission Office

 

The Fire Commission Office is located at 698 Second Street, Room 220, San Francisco, CA 94107. The Fire Commission telephone number is (415) 558-3451. The web address is https://sf-fire.org/fire-commission.  Office hours are from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Remote Public Participation and Comment

 

It is possible that the Fire Commission may experience technical challenges that interfere with the ability of members of the public to participate in the meeting remotely.  If that happens, the Fire Commission will attempt to correct the problem but may continue with the meeting as long as people attending in-person, and anyone who has received a disability accommodation to offer remote public comment, are able observe and offer public comment.  Remote public comment is available upon request for individuals who cannot attend in person due to disability under the disability-related modification or accommodation procedure outlined below.

 

Language Access

 

Per the Language Access Ordinance (Chapter 91 of the San Francisco Administrative Code), Chinese, Spanish and or Filipino (Tagalog) interpreters will be available upon request. Meeting Minutes may be translated, if requested, after they have been adopted by the Commission. Assistance in additional languages may be honored whenever possible. To request assistance with these services please contact the Commission Secretary at (415) 558-3451, or fire.commission@sfgov.org at least 48 hours in advance of the hearing.  Late requests will be honored if possible.

Information on Disability Access

 

Wheelchair-accessible entrances are located on Van Ness Avenue and Grove Street.  Please note the wheelchair lift at the Goodlett Place/Polk Street is temporarily not available.  After multiple repairs that were followed by additional breakdowns, the wheelchair lift at the Goodlett/Polk entrance is being replaced for improved operation and reliability.  We anticipate having a functioning lift after the completion of construction in May 2025.  There are elevators and accessible restrooms located on every floor. The closest accessible BART station is the Civic Center Station at United Nations Plaza and Market Street. Accessible MUNI lines serving this location are: #42 Downtown Loop, and #71 Haight/Noriega and the F Line to Market and Van Ness and the Metro Stations at Van Ness and Market and at Civic Center. For information about MUNI accessible services call (415) 923-6142. There is accessible curbside parking adjacent to City Hall on Grove Street and Van Ness Avenue and in the vicinity of the Veterans Building at 401 Van Ness Avenue adjacent to Davies Hall and the War Memorial Complex.  For more information about MUNI accessible services, call (415) 701-4485.

To obtain a disability-related modification or accommodation, including auxiliary aids or services, to participate in the meeting, please contact the Commission Secretary at least two business days before the meeting at (415) 558-3451 to make arrangements.  Late requests will be honored, if possible.

To assist the City’s efforts to accommodate persons with severe allergies, environmental illnesses, multiple chemical sensitivity or related disabilities, attendees at public meetings are reminded that other attendees may be sensitive to various chemical-based products. Please help the city to accommodate these individuals.

Policy on use of Cell Phones, Pagers, and Similar Sound-Producing Electronic Devices at and During Public Meetings

 

The ringing and use of cell phones, pagers and similar sound-producing electronic devices are prohibited at Fire Commission meetings. Please be advised that the Chair may order the removal from the meeting room of any person(s) responsible for the ringing or use of a cell phone, pager, or other similar sound-producing electronic device.

Documents for Public Inspection

 

Documents referred to in this agenda, if not otherwise exempt from disclosure, are available for public inspection and copying at the Fire Commission Office.  If any materials related to an item on this agenda are distributed to the Fire Commission after distribution of the agenda packet, those materials, if not otherwise exempt from disclosure, are also available for public inspection at the Fire Commission Office, 698 Second Street, room 220, San Francisco, during normal office hours. Documents referred to in this agenda will also be available online at the Fire Commission web site: https://sf-fire.org/fire-commission, under the “Fire Commission Meetings” section.

Know Your Rights under the Sunshine Ordinance

(Chapter 67 of the San Francisco Administrative Code)

Government's duty is to serve the public, reaching its decisions in full view of the public. Commissions, boards, councils and other agencies of the City and County exist to conduct the people’s business. This ordinance assures that deliberations are conducted before the people and that City operations are open to the people’s review.  For more information on your rights under the sunshine ordinance or to report a violation of the ordinance, contact the sunshine ordinance task force. You may contact the Sunshine Ordinance Task Force Administrator, as follows: Sunshine Ordinance Task Force, City Hall, Room 244, 1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place, San Francisco, CA 94102-4689, Phone: (415) 554-7724, Fax: (415) 554-5784, E-mail: sotf@sfgov.org. Copies of the Sunshine Ordinance can be obtained from the Clerk of the Sunshine Task Force, the San Francisco Public Library and on the City’s Web site at http://www.sfgov.org.


 

San Francisco Lobbyist Ordinance

 

Individuals and entities that influence or attempt to influence local policy or administrative action may be required by the San Francisco Lobbyist Ordinance (San Francisco Campaign and Governmental Conduct Code sections 2.100 – 2.160) to register and report lobbying activity. For more information about the Lobbyist Ordinance, please contact the Ethics Commission at 30 Van Ness Avenue, Suite 3900, San Francisco, CA 94102, telephone (415) 581-2300, fax (415) 581-2317 and Web site: http://www.sfgov.org/ethics/.  

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