The City of San Francisco held a significant hearing on July 4, 2025, addressing a case involving a permit holder and the charging party. The meeting began with the cross-examination of a witness, followed by inquiries from the commissioners. After the witness was excused, the permit holder was permitted to call their next witness.

A notable moment occurred when a witness, Gian Carlos, joined the meeting via Zoom due to his responsibilities as head of security, which included managing a robbery case in Oakland. This raised concerns from the charging party regarding the validity of virtual testimony, as they expressed discomfort with not being able to verify the witness's identity or ensure he was testifying under penalty of perjury. The charging party insisted that all witnesses should be present in person, leading to a discussion about the implications of remote participation.

After deliberation, the permit holder confirmed that they had rested their case. The commissioners then clarified that both parties would have the opportunity to present closing arguments. The charging party was asked if they wished to present rebuttal evidence, but they opted to proceed directly to closing arguments.

The meeting concluded with the charging party preparing to deliver their closing statements, emphasizing the procedural clarity needed for the next steps in the hearing process. This session highlighted the ongoing challenges of balancing remote participation with the need for in-person testimony in legal proceedings.