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The Appraisal Appeals Board (AAB)
The AAB resolves legal and valuation issues between the Appraiser’s Office and real estate owners. Hearings are quasi-judicial in nature and are conducted similarly to a court proceeding, with the presentation of evidence and testimony by the parties involved. The Board then evaluates this evidence and testimony and issues its decision. To be eligible for appointment to a position, you must have a minimum of five years of professional experience in California in one of the following areas: (1) Certified Public Accountant; (2) Real Estate Broker; (3) Attorney; or (4) Real Estate Appraiser accredited by a nationally recognized organization, or certified by the Bureau of Realtors or the State Board of Equalization.
For a complete list of current and upcoming boards, commissions, and task forces, please visit https://sfbos.org/vacancy-boards-commissions-task-forces.
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Department Announcements
311
San Francisco offers dozens of programs and services, but you only need to remember one number.
311 connects residents, businesses, and visitors with non-emergency city services, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Whether you need to report graffiti, request bulky item pickup, inquire about permits, or find information about city programs, 311 makes it easy to get help.
Friendly and trained representatives are available to assist you in several languages and ensure your request reaches the correct department. You can call 3-1-1, submit an online request at sf.gov/311, or use the SF311 mobile app.
If you’re unsure who to call, start with 311.
One city. One number. Here to help.
Elections
Translated Election Materials Available — Get Ready for the June 2 Election
The San Francisco Department of Elections offers translated election materials to help voters participate in local elections. Voters can request official ballots in Chinese, Spanish, Filipino, or Vietnamese. Sample ballots (facsimiles) are also available in additional languages and can be used as a reference when marking the official ballot.
To receive election materials in your preferred language, update your language preference at sfelections.gov/language, call (415) 558-6100, or visit the Department of Elections at City Hall, Room 48. Ballots for the June 2 election will be mailed to all registered San Francisco voters in early May.
For more information, visit sfelections.gov.
Grants for the Arts
The Grants for the Arts Request for Proposals (RFP) for General Operating Support for fiscal year 2027–2028 will open in late spring 2026.
San Francisco-based nonprofit arts and cultural organizations are invited to apply.
For more than 65 years, Grants for the Arts has fueled the city’s creative pulse, investing over $400 million in hundreds of organizations throughout San Francisco. General operating support makes possible the performances, exhibitions, festivals, and community programs that make this city a world-class cultural center.
Be part of the next chapter in San Francisco’s creative story.
Visit www.sfgfta.org for more information.
Law Library
Need legal information? We’re here to help!
Have legal questions? The San Francisco Law Library is your free, public resource for expert legal guidance. Our highly trained reference librarians are available in person, by phone, or by email to connect you with essential legal resources, whether it’s understanding the eviction process, drafting a will, or representing yourself in court.
Explore our extensive collection of print and electronic legal materials, use public computers for research, or access our photocopier, scanner, and printer. We also offer free legal programs and conference room rentals for legal purposes.
We are open Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and our research materials are completely free to the public. Call us at 415-554-1772
Email us at sfll.reference@sfgov.org
Visit us today, because access to justice begins with access to information!
The City and County of San Francisco encourage public outreach. Articles are translated into multiple languages to provide better public access. The newspaper makes every effort to accurately translate articles of general interest. The City and County of San Francisco and the newspapers assume no responsibility for errors and omissions.
