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Dignity Fund Coalition urges DOS Commission to prepare for ballot changes; takes 'no on D, yes on E' stance
Summary
Marie Jobling of the Dignity Fund Coalition urged DOS commissioners to prepare for potential confusion and loss of advisory bodies if Proposition D passes, and asked for a public briefing on implementation impacts; she said the coalition advises a 'no' vote on D and 'yes' on E.
Marie Jobling, speaking during general public comment, identified herself as representing the Dignity Fund Coalition and told the commission the November ballot contains measures that would change commission structure and oversight of the Dignity Fund. Jobling said the coalition reviewed campaign materials from both sides and had taken a position: "no on D and yes on E." She warned that passage of Proposition D could end many charter‑implemented commissions and advisory groups in January and would shift Dignity Fund functions back to the DOS Commission, creating confusion and competing constituencies for limited engagement opportunities.
Jobling asked the commission to request a detailed public overview from the city attorney on the likely implementation timeline and impacts of a passing measure, and she said the coalition would appreciate a fuller briefing at the commission’s next meeting. She also cited campaign spending differences reported in the Examiner and urged San Franciscans to read the voter handbook and consider the coalition's recommendation.
