The San Francisco County meeting held on July 4, 2025, commenced with a warm acknowledgment of former supervisor and state senator Mark Leno, who was present in the chambers. Following this introduction, Vice Chair Preston invited Mr. Paulino to present the main agenda item.
Mr. Paulino addressed the assembly, introducing a resolution to designate a commemorative street name, MTT Way, on the 200 Block of Grove Street. This honor is in recognition of Michael Tilson Thomas, the esteemed music director laureate of the San Francisco Symphony. Mr. Paulino highlighted Tilson Thomas's significant contributions to music, noting his long-standing association with the San Francisco Symphony, as well as his roles as conductor laureate of the London Symphony Orchestra and artistic director laureate of the New World Symphony, which he co-founded in 1987.
The meeting underscored the importance of recognizing cultural figures in the community, with the proposed street naming serving as a tribute to Tilson Thomas's impact on the arts in San Francisco and beyond. Further discussions and decisions regarding the resolution are anticipated in subsequent meetings.