The sight drivers never want to see. You’re walking to your car, ready to jump in, when you look around and get a sinking feeling in the pit of your stomach. The car is not where you left it. Have you...
Automated speed enforcement is a proven way to reduce traffic injuries caused by speeding. Police can’t be everywhere at once to enforce against dangerous speeding. That's why the SFMTA joined...
The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA), which oversees all transportation in the city, including the Municipal Railway (Muni), unveils the Powell Street Safety & Sidewalk...
This is the first post in our “San Francisco Parking Tips” blog series explaining some of the lesser-known rules listed in the SFMTA’s new Streets of San Francisco Parking Guide (PDF). It’s part of...
Beginning December 1, 2015, victims of stolen cars that are recovered in San Francisco will be paying lower fees. This new policy will waive all fees for San Francisco residents, and allow for a 48...
Those traveling on the corridor are advised to stay alert and allow more travel time during construction. Polk Street, one block east of Van Ness Avenue, is a recommended alternative for people...
Those traveling on the corridor are advised to stay alert and allow more travel time during construction. Polk Street, one block east of Van Ness Avenue, is a recommended alternative for people...
Effective April 1, 2022 the SFMTA will transition annual Residential Parking Permit (RPP) permits from physical stickers to virtual permits. This will streamline the RPP application and administration...
SFMTA is excited to announce that Hayes Valley’s new Residential Parking Permit (RPP) Area, Area HV, will commence on November 7th, 2022. On-street regulations coming into effect on November 7th...
The SFMTA has been collecting and analyzing data about commuter shuttle behavior and we are pleased to share a Status Report from April – September 2016. Key findings indicate that despite a 15%...
A new roadway safety tool will make San Francisco's streets safer in 2025. Here’s everything you need to know about Automated Speed Enforcement cameras. What is an Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE)...
Our speed camera pilot program is one way we're working to make streets safer for people walking, biking and driving around the city. San Francisco’s new speed safety cameras issued more than 31,000...
To make more parking available to neighborhood residents as more businesses open, enforcement of parking time limits in all Residential Parking Permit (RPP) areas is set to resume September 14, 2020...
Most drivers know that it is illegal to hold and use a cell phone to text, call, or use apps while driving – but many admit to doing it anyway. Distracted driving is deadly driving. Texting or using...
Yesterday, we reached the midpoint of our Powered Scooter Share Pilot. At the beginning of the Pilot, the SFMTA committed to a robust evaluation at the midpoint and today we’d like to share the...
Today, the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) released “Text Before Tow,” a first-of-its-kind program where customers can receive a text message notification prior to having their...
Circle less, live more SFMTA established SF park to use new technologies and policies to improve parking in San Francisco. Reducing traffic by helping drivers find parking benefits everyone. More...
Graphic 1: Issue areas Issue areas, of approximately 290 response via emails, phone calls, and social media. Percentage of response per issue area: About fares, 28.2%; Against towing and fee increases...
The SFMTA has launched a Fare Share campaign to remind Muni riders to remember to pay their fares on buses and Muni Metro. This Fare Share campaign will remind the ridership and the public about...
To Renew your Permit(s) – Apply for renewal online using the Account and PIN number provided on the renewal notice you received in the mail. Renewal notices are mailed 4 weeks before the area permit...
New bus zone for 38/38 Geary inbound stop at 6th Avenue. The sidewalk will be widened here during a later phase of project implementation. Week of October 23: Transit lane installation underway The...
In this week’s Director’s Report from the SFMTA Board of Directors meeting, Tom Maguire gave the following updates: Chase Center Opening Recap: Opening day Muni ridership numbers were strong with...
Remember, if you don't see a different speed limit posted, assume it's 25 mph — SF's default speed limit. Nearly 42,000 traffic citations were issued last year by the San Francisco Police Department...
Update for January 2021 While the 6th Street Pedestrian Safety Project is moving forward, this month we want to update you on changes coming to Market Street which will add to the safety and...
SFMTA staff tabling at Bayview Sunday Streets in May of 2023. Starting this summer, Bayview-Hunters Point residents can get their transportation service needs met without having to leave the...