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San Francisco Planning Commission moves into closed session on two litigation matters, votes not to disclose
Summary
The San Francisco Planning Commission voted unanimously to enter closed session to discuss anticipated litigation involving Palmer's Sixth Street Properties and the Academy of Art University. After returning, commissioners voted unanimously not to disclose the closed-session discussions. Public commenters raised concerns about housing conversions and tribal environmental issues.
The San Francisco Planning Commission on a special hearing in February 2010 voted unanimously to enter closed session to consult with legal counsel about two anticipated litigation matters and later voted not to disclose the substance of those discussions.
The commission considered two items for closed session: (1) exposure to litigation related to "Palmer's Sixth Street Properties v. City of Los Angeles" (2009) and (2) whether to initiate litigation with respect to the Academy of Art University. Deputy City Attorney Kate Stacy and Deputy City Attorney Susan Cleveland Knowles were identified to address the commission on those matters.
Before the commission voted, the chair opened a public-comment period required by law. Francisco de Costa, a member of the public, told the…
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