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| JANUARY 2021 |
Shaping the future of transportation in San Francisco
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New Year, New Chair and Vice-Chair, and a Look Back on 2020
The Transportation Authority Board elected District 8 Supervisor Rafael Mandelman as Chair and District 3 Supervisor Aaron Peskin as Vice-Chair for 2021. Additionally, our agency released the 2020 Annual Report that provides highlights of what we planned, funded, and delivered last year.
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Quartermaster Reach: A Newly Restored Marshland Under the Presidio Parkway
Visitors can enjoy an up-close experience of nature along an elevated pedestrian bridge and trail that winds through the Quartermaster Reach marsh. The Presidio Parkway project, led by Caltrans and the Transportation Authority helped make this newly restored ecosystem and recreation area possible.
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A Milestone for Smoother Streets in San Francisco
San Francisco has achieved its 10-year goal for roadway conditions, demonstrating the benefits of our data-driven approach and coordinated investment strategy to achieve smoother streets throughout the city.
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Downtown Congestion Pricing Study: Winter 2021 Update
The Downtown Congestion Pricing Study team wrapped up its first round of outreach last year. Read the latest about where we are with the study, findings from outreach, proposed policy options, and what’s next.
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Experience Renovated Roads on Alemany Boulevard
SF Public works finished repaving 28 blocks of Alemany Boulevard last month. The Transportation Authority supported the project with $1.75 million in half-cent sales tax funds.
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San Francisco Climate Action Plan
The City is updating its Climate Action Plan and community input is key. Explore the interactive open house, attend an online workshop, and take the survey.
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Van Ness Directed Business Support
This program provides grants and technical assistance to businesses impacted by construction along Van Ness Avenue. Applications are due January 31.
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Plan Bay Area 2050
The Metropolitan Transportation Commission and Association of Bay Area Governments are seeking community input to identify priorities for the future of the Bay Area. Take the survey by February 1.
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Transbay Joint Powers Authority Citizens Advisory Committee
Apply to serve on the TJPA CAC. Help shape the discussion in the development of Phase 2 of the Transbay Program and provide input in the operation of the Salesforce Transit Center. Applications are due February 26.
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Attend a meeting
Join us for upcoming meetings with the Transportation Authority Board, Treasure Island Mobility Management Agency Board, Citizens Advisory Committee, and more.
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The Pandemic has Upended Bay Area Transportation. What Does the Future Hold? [SF Chronicle]
Can Shift in D.C. Get Trains into Transbay? [Streetsblog SF]
Caltrain Board Member Calls for Regional Rail System [SF Examiner]
Biden’s American Rescue Plan includes $20 Billion for Transit Industry [Mass Transit]
S.F. to Add 500 More Scooters while Seeking Changes to Permit Program [SF Chronicle]
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We plan, fund, and deliver projects to improve travel choices citywide. Our agency is governed by a board comprised of the 11 members of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors. Visit our website to learn more.
Have feedback for The Messenger?
We hope you find this newsletter informative. If you have feedback or ideas for future editions, please email us at communications@sfcta.org.
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| Photos by: Art Zendarski via Presidio Trust, SFMTA Photography Department, and Sergio Ruiz |
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