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Press Release - San Francisco Celebrates Willie Mays Day

SAN FRANCISCO – The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA), announced today that it is proud to join San Francisco’s “Willie Mays Day” on Feb. 4, 2024, in honor of one of the city’s...

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Press Release - Muni Ridership rises 25% in 2023

SAN FRANCISCO – Muni ridership rose 25% in 2023 compared with 2022, to 433,000 average weekday riders, the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) reported in its latest data. The agency...

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Potrero Yard Modernization Project - Public Art

As a City-owned facility, and in compliance with the San Francisco’s Art Enrichment Ordinance, two percent of the Potrero Yard bus facility construction costs have been allocated by SFMTA and PNC for...

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1.5 Accessible Parking and Loading

Key Takeaway: The number of accessible parking spots should be increased to better meet community need and mitigate the effects of disabled parking placard abuse. About Blue Zones and Accessible...

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1.4 Accessible Pedestrian Signals

Key Takeaway: Adjustments to pedestrian signals at intersections can make a substantial difference for safety. To continue improving safety for pedestrians with disabilities and older adults, we must...

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Executive Summary

Background San Francisco is home to an estimated 187,000 adults ages 60 and older and 38,000 adults ages 18-64 living with a disability. Nearly two-thirds of the disabled population are people of...

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About Accessible Services

Accessible Services Mission Statement In pursuit of equity and inclusion, the Accessible Services Section of the SFMTA supports implementation of system-wide Muni transit improvements that meet and...

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Guiding Visions and Values

This section outlines the core principles, values and long-term aspirations that guide the SFMTA's decision-making and goal-setting throughout the Accessibility Strategy's implementation. SFMTA...

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Who We Serve

Use these links to jump to sections on this page: Data on Disability and Aging in San Francisco Profile of Older Adults in San Francisco Challenges Facing Older Adults Profile of People with...

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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...

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Women's Herstory Month Book List

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...

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2.1 Accessibility-Informed Programs and Planning

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...

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2.2 Accessibility-Informed Data and Evaluations

Key Takeaway: Data collection and evaluation processes must incorporate and reflect the perspectives of individuals with disabilities. Expanding accessibility data collection beyond current norms will...

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2.3 Accessible Emerging Private Passenger Services

Key Takeaway: New private passenger services like Uber, Lyft and Autonomous Vehicles should be accessible to all users. Despite not having regulatory authority over these services, the SFMTA can...