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Rules Committee forwards neighborhood seat nomination for Entertainment Commission after hours of testimony
Summary
After nearly two hours of public comment and competing endorsements, the Rules Committee voted to forward neighborhood‑seat nominee Gil Sperline to the full Board of Supervisors with a recommendation, following debate about industry ties, surveillance proposals and neighborhood outreach.
The Rules Committee on Thursday forwarded a nomination for the neighborhood representative seat on San Francisco's Entertainment Commission to the full Board of Supervisors with a recommendation after extensive public testimony.
Supervisor Sean Ellsbourne moved to send forward Gil Sperline's name with recommendation; the motion passed on a 2–1 roll call after debate among committee members. Chair Jane Kim said she appreciated all four applicants and the large public turnout but said she would continue to support Glendon Hyde. Supervisors Mark Farrell and another member voted aye; Chair Kim voted no.
Supporters of the three leading candidates filled the hearing room for much of the afternoon. Gil Sperline emphasized neighborhood service, describing volunteer work on Corona Heights and…
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