Agency
Veterans Affairs Council
Advises the Mayor and Board of Supervisors on veterans.
September Honors Gold Star Families
During the month of September, we honor and remember the mothers and families of service members who gave their lives in the line of duty. Gold Star Mother’s and Family’s Day, observed on September 27, recognizes their profound sacrifices and enduring strength. The tradition began during World War I, when grieving families displayed flags with gold stars to signify a fallen loved one. In 1936, Congress officially designated the last Sunday in September as Gold Star Mother’s Day, and in 2011 the observance was expanded to include all family members, becoming Gold Star Mother’s and Family’s Day. It’s a solemn opportunity to recognize their courage, acknowledge their loss, and support those who continue to carry the memory of their loved ones.Calendar
Full calendarMeeting calendar (Note: Meetings held prior to June 29, 2026, occurred when the body was titled the Veterans Affairs Commission.)
We meet on the 2nd Tuesday of every month except July.
Meetings start at 6pm in Room 416, San Francisco City Hall
Comments from the public
San Franciscans can comment:
- During the public comment section of meetings.
- By accommodation provided to members of the public who cannot attend in person due to disability. Instructions to request a remote link are included on all meeting agendas.
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About
The Veterans Affairs Council advises the Mayor and the Board of Supervisors. We talk about jobs, money, health, housing, and social services for veterans.
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Executive Team
Council Members
Jenny PerezCouncil MemberBoard of Supervisors Seat 1Deborah DacumosCouncil MemberBoard of Supervisors Seat 2John ReissenweberCouncil MemberBoard of Supervisors Seat 3James BoatmanCouncil MemberBoard of Supervisors Seat 7Nicholas RusanoffCouncil MemberBoard of Supervisors Seat 9Channie BarkerCouncil MemberMayoral Seat 10Joseph BabaCouncil MemberMayoral Seat 11Aditya LakshminarayanCouncil MemberMayoral Seat 12Staff
Contact information
Address
Veterans Affairs Council1 Dr. Carlton B Goodlett Place
San Francisco, CA 94102
San Francisco, CA 94102
Mary Murphy, Council Secretary
mary.c.murphy@sfgov.org