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The SFMTA’s Year in Numbers

1 year 4 months ago

The Covid-19 pandemic changed the way transit systems – and cities – across the country function, but with the worst of the pandemic now behind us, the SFMTA is focused on the future. In our latest...

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Earth Day: How the SFMTA Leads on Climate Action

7 years 1 month ago

Did you know that that Earth Day was born in San Francisco? It is true! San Francisco activist John McConnell first introduced the idea of a global holiday called "Earth Day" at the 1969 UNESCO...

Project

Commuter Shuttle Program

Project Introduction

Introduction The Commuter Shuttle Program regulates employer-provided shuttles in San Francisco, charging a fee and requiring shuttle operators to adhere to a set of rules and regulations in order to...

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SFMTA’s Cable Car Signal Tower Gets a Refresh

4 years 2 months ago

At the corner of California and Powell Streets stands a diminutive but important building that has been in use for well over 100 years. This octagonal signal tower controls the crossing of the Powell...

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Board of Directors

The SFMTA Board of Directors provides policy oversight for the safe and efficient movement of people and goods in San Francisco in accordance with the San Francisco Charter and the Transit-First...

Project update

Central Subway Construction Update 11/1/13

Construction Update November 2-11, 2013 During the next 10 days, tunneling and tunneling preparatory work will continue in SoMa, Union Square and North Beach. Work to prepare for station construction...

Reports and documents

(March 2020) Online Budget Open House Accessible Content

Thursday, 19 March, 2020

The following is a transcript of the video which explains the various slides in the presentation. We are working on a fully accessible version of the content, which will be posted here when available...

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Holiday Tips for a Festive Season

9 years 6 months ago

A Powell Street cable car looks festive in its holiday finery. Photo taken December 2, 2013. Whether the shimmering holiday lights beckon you to stuff stockings or splurge on yourself, today we're...

Project

Powell Street Promenade Refresh

Project Introduction

Powell Street is a critical entry corridor into Union Square. Every day, thousands of employees and visitors exit BART and Muni at Powell Street Station, come up through Hallidie Plaza, and head north...

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Forecasting for Cable Cars

10 years 6 months ago

While most Californians welcomed the recent rain, the wild weather did put a damper on our San Francisco cable cars. Last Monday, we decided to not send the cable cars out on the street, but instead...

Project update

New T Third Service Frequently Asked Questions

Click here for project FAQs Q: How is service changing on January 7? A: On January 7, 2023, the new T Third route will start with service from Chinatown-Rose Pak to Sunnydale via Central Subway. The T...

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Cable Car History

Cable cars were invented by Andrew Smith Hallidie here in San Francisco in 1873. Hallidie's cable car system was based on early mining conveyance systems and dominated the city’s transit scene for...

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Honoring the Achievements of African Americans 

3 years 4 months ago

Carter G. Woodson (pictured circa 1948) is recognized as the “Father of Black History Month.” Black History Month, also known as African American History Month, is an annual observance during February...

Project

Harney-101 Transit Crossing Project

Project Introduction

The Harney-101 Transit Crossing Project would provide undercrossing improvements at Alana Way underneath Highway 101, as well as on nearby streets. These improvements are critical as large development...

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Halloween Photo Contest

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This Halloween we are on the haunt for great Muni-themed costumes. We know they are a perennial SF favorite, and we can't get enough. Is your Kindergartener obsessed with the 38 Geary? Does your...

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San Francisco is Growing. Driving? Not So Much.

8 years 8 months ago

Fremont and Howard Streets, with the Transbay Transit Center under construction behind. Photo: Sergio Ruiz/Flickr As San Francisco grows, the city’s investments in encouraging people to take transit...