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Transportation Joins the Campaign Trail

9 years 2 months ago

The U.S. presidential campaign is rocketing through the primary season with conflicts and controversies that hurl past with each news cycle. As Daniel McGraw at Next City pointed out yesterday, public...

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110 Years Since the 1906 Earthquake and Fire

9 years 2 months ago

Monday, April 18, marks the 110-year anniversary of one of the nation's worst natural disasters - the 1906 earthquake and fire that destroyed most of San Francisco, leaving thousands without water...

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San Francisco’s Surge in Biking Continues

9 years 2 months ago

Perhaps you’ve noticed the growing platoon of commuters biking down Market Street. The streams of people riding on popular biking corridors like the Embarcadero and Fell, Oak and Valencia streets look...

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Making Room to Enjoy Spectacular Twin Peaks

9 years 2 months ago

Twin Peaks, that miniature mountain range that offers naturally gorgeous views in the middle of San Francisco, is a must-see spot for locals and tourists alike. But the transportation options on the...

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Subway to SFSU? Our Plan to Take the M Line 'Down Under'

9 years 2 months ago

Get all the way across the city from SF State to the Embarcadero in a straight shot underground? Improve the capacity of four different Muni Metro lines with one project? It’s all possible through a...

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The Growing Case for a New Approach to SF's Parking Problem

9 years 1 month ago

People drive more if more parking is provided. As intuitive as that may sound, until recently there wasn’t definitive research showing the link between available parking and driving. And through most...

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SFMTA Public Meetings, April 18 - May 2

9 years 2 months ago

Board of Directors Meeting: 1 p.m., Tuesday, April 19 City Hall, Room 400 Nearby Muni Routes: 5, 19, 21, 47, 49, F Market, Metro-Civic Center Station Tomorrow’s Board of Directors meeting will include...

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After 1906: Rebirth from the Rubble

9 years 2 months ago

Before the 1906 Earthquake, San Francisco was known as a bawdy and bohemian town with only about 400,000 residents (smaller than Fresno today). The city managed to be a major hub of the wild American...

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Life on Sutter Street in 1931

9 years 1 month ago

For this "Throwback Thursday," we'll share a view of life in San Francisco from today’s date, April 28, in 1931. This photo shows a bustle of activity in the roadway during streetcar track...

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Seeking Bike Parking Peace of Mind? Try Our New Lockers

9 years 2 months ago

The days of fastening your bike to a pole and hoping for the best are fading fast. Better bike parking solutions are increasing. The SFMTA recently installed 48 new stainless-steel bike lockers across...

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What the SFMTA Does for Earth Day Every Day

9 years 2 months ago

What have you done for Mother Earth lately? It’s a question posed to us all on Earth Day, an international day of reflection and activism to address the environmental health of our planet. As the...

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Muni Forward: Two New Owl Routes Launch This Weekend

9 years 2 months ago

Starting at midnight this Sunday, April 24, we’ll launch two new Owl routes to provide 24-hour service within the Mission, Potrero, Bayview and Hunters Point neighborhoods. As part of our latest Muni...

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Super Sunday in the Bayview, Hayes Valley, and SoMa

9 years 1 month ago

Subway Service Alert: The Muni Metro subway will open on its regular schedule this weekend: Saturday at 6 a.m. and Sunday at 8 a.m. We do not anticipate any further late weekend subway openings due to...

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How Can You Reach the SFMTA? Let Us Count the Ways

9 years 1 month ago

When issues or delays arise, commuting in San Francisco can be challenging, but we’re here to help. There are a variety of ways to get in touch with the SFMTA to get real-time updates and get answers...

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How We're Making Muni More Secure

9 years 1 month ago

Data-driven policing. Advancements in video technology. An improved interdepartmental communications network. A more concerted approach to “connecting the crime dots.” Those are some of the key...

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SFMTA Public Meetings, May 2 - 15

9 years 1 month ago

Board of Directors Meeting: Tuesday May 3, 1 p.m. City Hall, Room 400 Nearby Muni Routes: 5, 19, 21, 47, 49, F Market, Metro-Civic Center Station The agenda for tomorrow’s Board of Directors meeting...

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City Huddles to Reach Goal of Zero Graffiti

9 years 1 month ago

In some circles graffiti is considered art; for those at tomorrow's Graffiti Huddle it is not. Over the last several years, the city has brought victims of graffiti vandalism, neighborhood action...

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Catch Cable Car 24 & "Say Hey"

9 years 1 month ago

What a wonderful day to honor a true San Francisco Giant — Willie Mays — on his birthday. After a video message (posted below) from a special fan, President Barack Obama, and the dedication of the car...