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San Francisco's Better Streets Plan:

Path to a More Walkable City

The Better Streets Plan (BSP) will rethink how the City designs, builds and maintains the pedestrian environment. The BSP will create a unifying set of objectives, policies and standards governing all elements of the pedestrian environment. The BSP will be based on the understanding that the pedestrian environment is about much more than just transportation – that streets serve a multitude of social, recreational and ecological needs that must be considered when deciding on the most appropriate design. The BSP offers the City the opportunity to integrate all these considerations into a single framework. . The Plans will be closely coordinated with the ADA Transition Plan for sidewalk accessibility. There will be an extensive outreach process, with many opportunities for citizen input.

Vision for a Walkable San Francisco

The vision is a walkable San Francisco, where walking is not just safe, accessible, and convenient, but also pleasant and fun!

Sidewalks and paths will be enjoyable and attractive places to walk.
Walkways will contribute to vibrant neighborhoods and business districts, where we can socialize and feel connected to the surrounding community.
Walking will be comfortable and safe.
People with disabilities will face no barriers on sidewalks and streets, and
Traveling by foot will be convenient, quick and direct!

Goals of the Better Streets Plan

Provide a comprehensive framework for improving the walking environment in San Francisco
Consider the needs of all pedestrians, especially children, seniors, and people with disabilities.
Focus and attract funding for physical improvements, education, outreach and enforcement efforts.
Incorporate San Francisco's "Transit First" policy, considering the needs of all travel modes.
Coordinate all city agencies that work in the pedestrian realm.

Better Streets Plan Community Advisory Committee (BSP-CAC)

A Better Streets Plan Community Advisory Committee (BSP-CAC) will help guide the project. For more information on the BSP-CAC including the schedule of meetings and minutes or agendas, visit the BSP-CAC webpage.

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