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Could Muni Eliminate the Cable Cars? That's on the Table, as the Agency Faces a Possible $320 Million Deficit

Muni faces severe funding crises due to failed Prop L, projecting a deficit of up to $322 million by 2026.

San Francisco Fixes Block of Bike Lane In Front of City Hall - Streetsblog San Francisco

Improvements to Polk Street's bike lane are inadequate, and safety concerns persist despite the new protections.

Two Calls to Action: Confirm Mike Chen to the SFMTA Board - Streetsblog San Francisco

Support Mike Chen's confirmation to the SFMTA board for his advocacy on transit funding and sustainable city planning.

San Francisco's Twin Peaks Tunnel is closed for the next week

The Twin Peaks Tunnel in San Francisco is undergoing an eight-day closure for safety retrofitting and repairs due to structural concerns.

Commentary: Poor Leadership is the Through Line of the West Portal/Vision Zero Stories - Streetsblog San Francisco

Media in San Francisco raise alarms on street safety post-West Portal crash.
SFMTA's leadership failure highlighted through examples of lack of action on street safety.

San Francisco Dedicates a Cable Car to Tony Bennett

Cable car No. 53 in San Francisco was dedicated to Tony Bennett on Valentine's Day, honoring his iconic song 'I Left My Heart in San Francisco'.
The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency is seeing a slow rise in ridership, with 71% of pre-pandemic levels, especially on the weekends.

Could Muni Eliminate the Cable Cars? That's on the Table, as the Agency Faces a Possible $320 Million Deficit

Muni faces severe funding crises due to failed Prop L, projecting a deficit of up to $322 million by 2026.

San Francisco Fixes Block of Bike Lane In Front of City Hall - Streetsblog San Francisco

Improvements to Polk Street's bike lane are inadequate, and safety concerns persist despite the new protections.

Two Calls to Action: Confirm Mike Chen to the SFMTA Board - Streetsblog San Francisco

Support Mike Chen's confirmation to the SFMTA board for his advocacy on transit funding and sustainable city planning.

San Francisco's Twin Peaks Tunnel is closed for the next week

The Twin Peaks Tunnel in San Francisco is undergoing an eight-day closure for safety retrofitting and repairs due to structural concerns.

Commentary: Poor Leadership is the Through Line of the West Portal/Vision Zero Stories - Streetsblog San Francisco

Media in San Francisco raise alarms on street safety post-West Portal crash.
SFMTA's leadership failure highlighted through examples of lack of action on street safety.

San Francisco Dedicates a Cable Car to Tony Bennett

Cable car No. 53 in San Francisco was dedicated to Tony Bennett on Valentine's Day, honoring his iconic song 'I Left My Heart in San Francisco'.
The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency is seeing a slow rise in ridership, with 71% of pre-pandemic levels, especially on the weekends.
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#community-engagement

Officials Celebrate Lackluster West Portal Safety Installation - Streetsblog San Francisco

The West Portal community successfully collaborated on a quick-build safety project, improving pedestrian safety after a tragic incident.

Op/Ed: Why Transit Advocates Should Be Wary of Proposition D - Streetsblog San Francisco

Proposition D could dangerously politicize public transit decisions, undermining community input and progress in transportation improvements.

Traffic Diverter Removed from Plan for Slow Noe Street - Streetsblog San Francisco

SFMTA paused plans for a traffic diverter on Slow Noe Street, despite high traffic levels, prompting concerns from local residents about safety and community use.

Five of the six D3 candidates express disapproval of the Biking and Rolling Plan

Candidates from District 3 express concerns over the SFMTA's Biking and Rolling Plan, emphasizing the importance of a holistic approach to mobility planning.

7 Frida Kahlo

Candidates in District 7 of SF are asked about their support for the controversial Frida Kahlo Way project, revealing divided opinions within the community.

Officials Celebrate Lackluster West Portal Safety Installation - Streetsblog San Francisco

The West Portal community successfully collaborated on a quick-build safety project, improving pedestrian safety after a tragic incident.

Op/Ed: Why Transit Advocates Should Be Wary of Proposition D - Streetsblog San Francisco

Proposition D could dangerously politicize public transit decisions, undermining community input and progress in transportation improvements.

Traffic Diverter Removed from Plan for Slow Noe Street - Streetsblog San Francisco

SFMTA paused plans for a traffic diverter on Slow Noe Street, despite high traffic levels, prompting concerns from local residents about safety and community use.

Five of the six D3 candidates express disapproval of the Biking and Rolling Plan

Candidates from District 3 express concerns over the SFMTA's Biking and Rolling Plan, emphasizing the importance of a holistic approach to mobility planning.

7 Frida Kahlo

Candidates in District 7 of SF are asked about their support for the controversial Frida Kahlo Way project, revealing divided opinions within the community.
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#transportation

Muni Experiences Major Meltdown With Downed Overhead Line In Tunnel Near Civic Center

Muni faced a significant service disruption due to a downed power line, affecting multiple train routes on Tuesday morning.

SFMTA Unveils New Valencia Bike Lane Design That's No Longer in Center of Street, Swerves' Around Parklets

Valencia Street's center bike lane experiment is ending, shifting bike lanes back to the curb for improved safety and business impact.

Muni Experiences Major Meltdown With Downed Overhead Line In Tunnel Near Civic Center

Muni faced a significant service disruption due to a downed power line, affecting multiple train routes on Tuesday morning.

SFMTA Unveils New Valencia Bike Lane Design That's No Longer in Center of Street, Swerves' Around Parklets

Valencia Street's center bike lane experiment is ending, shifting bike lanes back to the curb for improved safety and business impact.
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Beware Phony QR Code Scam Popping Up on SF Parking Meters

Beware of fake QR-code stickers on SF parking meters that mislead users into paying fraudulent fees.

SFMTA uncovers elaborate scam at SF's Fisherman's Wharf

Fisherman's Wharf is experiencing a resurgence of parking scams, with recent fake QR codes targeting tourists.
The SFMTA continues to combat various parking-related scams, reinforcing the need for vigilance among visitors.

Those Anti-Sex Work' Barriers Are Now Coming to Shotwell Street

SFMTA is placing street barriers on Shotwell Street to address the surge in street-level sex work that moved from Capp Street.
Local residents report safety concerns and disturbances since sex work moved to Shotwell Street after barriers were erected on Capp Street.

Muni recommits to hybrid coaches as battery-electric pilot wraps up

San Francisco aims to have an emissions-free Muni bus fleet by 2040, testing battery-electric buses as part of this initiative.
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Center-Running Valencia Bike Lanes Could Be Heading Back to the Curbside in January

The Valencia Street bike lane experiment has failed, prompting SFMTA to revert back to curbside lanes by January 2025.

Valencia Merchants to SFMTA: We Want Curbside Protected Bike Lanes - Streetsblog San Francisco

The Valencia Corridor Merchants Association is calling for the removal of center-running bike lanes in favor of Dutch-style, curbside protected lanes.

SFMTA Wants to Put a Bike Lane in Chinatown, Chinatown Leaders Not at All Happy With the Idea

Chinatown community groups are against the proposed bike lane despite SFMTA's efforts.

SFMTA Will Consider Ditching the Valencia Street Center-Running Bike Lane Next Week

SFMTA will consider moving Valencia Street's center-running bike lane back to the curb side due to controversies and negative impacts on businesses.

Center-Running Valencia Bike Lanes Could Be Heading Back to the Curbside in January

The Valencia Street bike lane experiment has failed, prompting SFMTA to revert back to curbside lanes by January 2025.

Valencia Merchants to SFMTA: We Want Curbside Protected Bike Lanes - Streetsblog San Francisco

The Valencia Corridor Merchants Association is calling for the removal of center-running bike lanes in favor of Dutch-style, curbside protected lanes.

SFMTA Wants to Put a Bike Lane in Chinatown, Chinatown Leaders Not at All Happy With the Idea

Chinatown community groups are against the proposed bike lane despite SFMTA's efforts.

SFMTA Will Consider Ditching the Valencia Street Center-Running Bike Lane Next Week

SFMTA will consider moving Valencia Street's center-running bike lane back to the curb side due to controversies and negative impacts on businesses.
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#community-input

SF Appeals Board says let the Lion dance go on - with conditions

Temporarily allowed LionDanceME to perform on one block of Grant Avenue on Saturdays from noon to 5 p.m., extending through June 30th.

SFMTA Approves Merchant-Driven, 'Holistic' Plan for West Portal - Streetsblog San Francisco

The SFMTA board approved a watered-down safety plan for West Portal, reducing proposed transit-only lanes and turn restrictions despite prior need for safety improvements.

SF Appeals Board says let the Lion dance go on - with conditions

Temporarily allowed LionDanceME to perform on one block of Grant Avenue on Saturdays from noon to 5 p.m., extending through June 30th.

SFMTA Approves Merchant-Driven, 'Holistic' Plan for West Portal - Streetsblog San Francisco

The SFMTA board approved a watered-down safety plan for West Portal, reducing proposed transit-only lanes and turn restrictions despite prior need for safety improvements.
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SFMTA, Mayor Refuse to Support Citywide Ban on 'Right on Red' - Streetsblog San Francisco

The San Francisco Board of Supervisors approved a resolution for a citywide No Turn On Red policy, but the mayor did not sign it.
SFMTA has approved No Turn On Red at approximately 200 intersections downtown, but is not committing to a citywide ban.
#parking-enforcement

SFMTA parking boss targeted minority neighborhoods, former deputy director alleges

Selective ticketing in minority neighborhoods by SFMTA director
Former deputy director's deposition reveals excessive ticketing

SFMTA's parking boss targeted minority neighborhoods, former deputy director alleges

Selective ticketing in minority neighborhoods by SFMTA director
High ticketing rates and questionable practices revealed in deposition

SFMTA parking boss targeted minority neighborhoods, former deputy director alleges

Selective ticketing in minority neighborhoods by SFMTA director
Former deputy director's deposition reveals excessive ticketing

SFMTA's parking boss targeted minority neighborhoods, former deputy director alleges

Selective ticketing in minority neighborhoods by SFMTA director
High ticketing rates and questionable practices revealed in deposition
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#community-concerns

SFMTA releases findings on SF intersection where entire family was killed; residents want changes

Driver was speeding at problematic intersection.
Residents point out confusing signs at the intersection.

District 11 candidates talk Cayuga Avenue slow street

The Cayuga Avenue slow street in District 11, part of a citywide program by SFMTA, faces high traffic volumes and speeds, prompting concerns from residents.

SFMTA releases findings on SF intersection where entire family was killed; residents want changes

Driver was speeding at problematic intersection.
Residents point out confusing signs at the intersection.

District 11 candidates talk Cayuga Avenue slow street

The Cayuga Avenue slow street in District 11, part of a citywide program by SFMTA, faces high traffic volumes and speeds, prompting concerns from residents.
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Weekend Roundup: Speed Camera Update, East-Bay Greenway... - Streetsblog San Francisco

SFMTA announces speed camera locations to enforce lower speeds at key locations
Walk San Francisco advocates for additional physical infrastructure to enhance speed reduction measures

Weekend Roundup: 17th Street, AC Transit - Streetsblog San Francisco

17th Street project approved with bike lanes
Advocates continue to push for protected bike lanes, intersections, and elimination of mixing zones.

Cutting Through the Newest Misinformation on Valencia's Center-Running Bike Lane - Streetsblog San Francisco

The SFMTA Board voted to replace Valencia center-running bike lane with curbside protected lanes.
Data shows an increase in crashes with the Valencia center-running bike lane.
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8 months ago
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SFMTA Publishes First Valencia Report - Streetsblog San Francisco

The Valencia Street center-running bike lane had no significant impact on bike and pedestrian numbers on the corridor.
The report does not provide data on whether or not the lane has created a safer and more efficient commute.

Just how many parking spaces did the Valencia bike lane remove?

Businesses along Valencia Street are frustrated with the center bike lane because it has led to a loss of parking spaces, impacting customer traffic.
There is debate over the exact number of parking spaces that have been lost, with the SFMTA stating that only 19 spaces have been removed and others claiming it is closer to 70.

Another Bicyclist Struck and Injured by Motorist In Controversial Valencia Bike Lane

SFMTA deemed the center-running bike lane on Valencia Street a failed experiment, but it won't be relocated until 2025, leaving cyclists vulnerable to accidents.
Despite criticism, the current center-running bike lane design on Valencia Street is causing accidents and endangering cyclists.

SFMTA dumps unpopular Valencia center bike lane

The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency is pivoting from a center-running bikeway to a side-running bike lane on Valencia Street to address merchants' concerns.

SFMTA Votes to End the Valencia Center Bike Lane Experiment, But New Curbside Lanes Won't Arrive Until 2025

SFMTA decides to revert Valencia Street bike lane back to curbside design due to controversies, completion expected by January 2025.

SFMTA's newest proposal could create 'slaloming' bike lane along Valencia St.

Proposed twist in Valencia Street bike lane controversy with side-running design to accommodate merchants' preferences.

SFMTA Publishes First Valencia Report - Streetsblog San Francisco

The Valencia Street center-running bike lane had no significant impact on bike and pedestrian numbers on the corridor.
The report does not provide data on whether or not the lane has created a safer and more efficient commute.

Just how many parking spaces did the Valencia bike lane remove?

Businesses along Valencia Street are frustrated with the center bike lane because it has led to a loss of parking spaces, impacting customer traffic.
There is debate over the exact number of parking spaces that have been lost, with the SFMTA stating that only 19 spaces have been removed and others claiming it is closer to 70.

Another Bicyclist Struck and Injured by Motorist In Controversial Valencia Bike Lane

SFMTA deemed the center-running bike lane on Valencia Street a failed experiment, but it won't be relocated until 2025, leaving cyclists vulnerable to accidents.
Despite criticism, the current center-running bike lane design on Valencia Street is causing accidents and endangering cyclists.

SFMTA dumps unpopular Valencia center bike lane

The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency is pivoting from a center-running bikeway to a side-running bike lane on Valencia Street to address merchants' concerns.

SFMTA Votes to End the Valencia Center Bike Lane Experiment, But New Curbside Lanes Won't Arrive Until 2025

SFMTA decides to revert Valencia Street bike lane back to curbside design due to controversies, completion expected by January 2025.

SFMTA's newest proposal could create 'slaloming' bike lane along Valencia St.

Proposed twist in Valencia Street bike lane controversy with side-running design to accommodate merchants' preferences.
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Weekend Roundup: SFMTA Update on Valencia, Help Save Great Highway Park Again - Streetsblog San Francisco

SFMTA plans to release data on the Valencia center bike lane at their February 20 board meeting.
The agency is considering replacing the center bike lane with conventional curbside protected lanes.

Muni boosts schedules for school-serving routes - but at a cost

The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) is making changes to Muni routes that serve schools to reduce overcrowding and pass-ups during peak hours.
Starting January 20, the SFMTA will increase the frequency of several Muni routes, including the 24 Divisadero, 29 Sunset, and 38R Geary Rapid, during specific weekday times.
Parents and students have expressed concerns about overcrowded buses and pass-ups, and have requested longer buses and improved reliability.

Call to Action: Support a Better Minnesota Slow Street - Streetsblog San Francisco

SFMTA is considering implementing traffic calming measures on Minnesota Street in the Dogpatch area.
Advocates are asking people to support these measures by emailing SFMTA and joining a hearing on January 5.
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from Streetsblog
11 months ago

Valencia Merchants Stage Protest in Center-Running Bike Lane - Streetsblog San Francisco

Merchants in San Francisco held a protest against the center-running bike lane on Valencia, calling for its immediate suspension.
The merchants claim that the bike lane has damaged business and caused declines in sales.
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11 months ago

Proposal to require mayor's approval for changes to Muni fares, parking fees withdrawn

A proposed charter amendment in San Francisco that would have given the mayor the authority to approve or reject Muni fare increases and parking meter changes has been withdrawn.
The charter amendment was withdrawn after discussions with transit advocates and a commitment from the SFMTA to halt their plan to extend parking meter hours and days of operation.
The SFMTA Board of Directors currently makes decisions about fare increases and parking meter rates, but the proposed charter amendment aimed to bring accountability to a city-elected official.

Valencia Merchants Stage Protest in Center-Running Bike Lane - Streetsblog San Francisco

Merchants in San Francisco held a protest against the center-running bike lane on Valencia, calling for its immediate suspension.
The merchants claim that the bike lane has damaged business and caused declines in sales.

Proposal to require mayor's approval for changes to Muni fares, parking fees withdrawn

A proposed charter amendment in San Francisco that would have given the mayor the authority to approve or reject Muni fare increases and parking meter changes has been withdrawn.
The charter amendment was withdrawn after discussions with transit advocates and a commitment from the SFMTA to halt their plan to extend parking meter hours and days of operation.
The SFMTA Board of Directors currently makes decisions about fare increases and parking meter rates, but the proposed charter amendment aimed to bring accountability to a city-elected official.
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District 11 candidates show where they stand on the CCSF bike lane controversy

SFMTA votes to implement controversial bike lane near City College of San Francisco despite opposition.

District 7 candidates: Do you support the Frida Kahlo bike lane project?

Not all candidates support the Frida Kahlo bike lane project due to safety concerns and lack of community outreach.
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