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The Appraisal Appeals Board (AAB)
The AAB resolves legal and valuation issues between the Bureau of the Appraiser 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, 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 Real Estate Appraisers 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
Child Support Services
Child support issues can be complicated, stressful, and confusing. The Department of Child Support Services helps parents understand the process so they know their rights and options for making and receiving support payments. We are available to assist you in person or by phone. We also offer virtual services. Call us today at (866) 901-3212 to learn more. Register online or schedule an appointment at sf.gov/dcss to find out how we can help you.
Emergency Management Department
sf.gov/ReadySF — The place to find everything you need to know before, during, and after an emergency. Be prepared, so you don’t have to be. Brought to you by the San Francisco Department of Emergency Management (DEM).
Office of Civic Engagement and Immigrant Affairs.
Resources for Immigrants in San Francisco.
The SF Immigrant Forum is an online resource for immigrants of all backgrounds and immigration statuses in San Francisco. This site includes resources for obtaining free or low-cost immigration legal assistance, information on health care and public benefits, information about your rights, upcoming events, and much more!
Connect with the trusted resources you need: sf.gov/immigrants
Civil Grand Jury
Apply to serve on the Civilian Grand Jury.
Volunteer to make a difference for all San Francisco residents.
We are now accepting applications for the 2026-2027 Civil Grand Jury through May 1, 2026.
The Civil Grand Jury consists of 19 members randomly selected from a pool of candidates who volunteer to serve for a one-year term, from July 1 to June 30 of the following year.
Qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the selection process. During the selection, a panel of Superior Court judges will interview each applicant and recommend the most qualified candidates to join the pool from which the 19 Civil Grand Jury members will be randomly selected.
For more information and to apply, please visit our website: https://www.sf.gov/apply-join-civil-grand-jury
Housing Authority
Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8) — Seeking New Landlords The San Francisco City and County Housing Authority (the Authority) is actively seeking new property owners to participate in the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program. This program provides housing assistance to eligible individuals and families by paying a portion of their rent to private landlords.
Key benefits:
1. Guaranteed monthly rent: Landlords can count on timely rent payments through direct deposit by the Authority.
2. Larger tenant pool: Landlords gain access to a wider pool of potential tenants.
3. Community impact: Partnering with the Authority supports affordable housing and the community.
We are interested in expanding housing opportunities in San Francisco zip codes 94129, 94123, 94105, 94127, 94114, 94131, 94116, 94118, 94158, 94122, 94107, 94117, 94112, and 94121, as well as in adjacent suburban areas. For more information, please contact us at customercare@sfha.org or visit www.sfha.org.
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