Glossary
Why does the Accessibility Strategy use both “people with disabilities” and “disabled people”? Some in the disability community prefer person-first language, which recognizes the person before the...
Why does the Accessibility Strategy use both “people with disabilities” and “disabled people”? Some in the disability community prefer person-first language, which recognizes the person before the...
SFMTA Women’s Herstory Month 2024 Reading List A short list of books that the cultural heritage working group put together for this month to engage you in your ongoing learning of the contributions...
The SFMTA is responsible for providing physical access to the transportation network, and also works collaboratively to ensure that all programs and projects developed by the SFMTA are accessible to...
The SFMTA has made significant capital investments over the years to ensure all Muni vehicles are accessible and to construct stops and stations that accommodate all passengers, especially riders...
In addition to specific requirements established by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to ensure access to public transportation, Muni also has many other polices in place to make travel easier...
Key capital elements of the SF Paratransit program include our vehicles, maintenance facilities, administrative offices, dispatch and scheduling systems, as well as other customer service...
SF Paratransit offers a range of transportation services, from individual taxi rides to group shuttles. Each service has distinct eligibility criteria and enrollment processes to meet the diverse...
Key Takeaways: Planning accessible streets requires the perspectives and experiences of people with disabilities and older adults. The SFMTA should continue exploring effective and innovative methods...
Key Takeaway: Potential areas of improvement include audible wayfinding at bus stops and Metro stations, audible information regarding temporary changes in service, and signage pointing to accessible...
Key Takeaway: Collaborations between the SFMTA and riders with disabilities have led to new accessibility features on buses and trains, such as improved ramps, braille/raised letter numbers for easy...
Key Takeaway: The Muni system should remain affordable for older adults and people with disabilities. Many older adults and people with disabilities in San Francisco face a high cost of living with...
Key Takeaway: Accessible Services conducts training for Muni operators, supervisors, station agents and proof of payment personnel to ensure staff are equipped to address riders respectfully and...
Key Takeaway: Information about Muni, including schedules, temporary Muni service changes and unexpected disruptions, including the availability of elevators, should be well-communicated in a variety...
Key Takeaway: The SFMTA's Mobility Management Center offers culturally appropriate travel training to help older adults and people with disabilities navigate Muni's fixed-route system. A diversity of...
The Taxi Town Hall Meetings are informal public meetings where proposed taxi regulations and reforms are presented for feedback. It is held on the second Tuesday of every month (1:30pm - 4:30pm)...
The Taxi Town Hall Meetings are informal public meetings where proposed taxi regulations and reforms are presented for feedback. It is held on the second Tuesday of every month (1:30pm - 4:30pm and 5...