The southwest 16th Street BART Plaza was notably quieter on Wednesday evening as fog rolled in and temperatures dropped. An evangelist read scripture into a megaphone while scattered groups loitered. Vendors were fewer, selling items like nail polish and candy. A group from Food Not Bombs distributed food and hygiene products to about 20 people. BART workers and city employees noted that while the plaza's activity level was low, it would likely increase later. Historical patterns revealed a continuity of presence among individuals frequenting the area both now and in the past.
On the northeast side, fewer than ten vendors set up small stations selling nail polish, shoes, candy and soda. A group from Food Not Bombs set up folding tables and prepared to give away food and hygiene products to a line of about 20 people, providing essential resources for those in need.
Three BART workers and a public works employee agreed that the plaza was quieter than usual. However, they expected the plaza to pick up later in the evening and early tomorrow morning, indicating a cycle of activity that persists through the week.
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