The project now has revised proposals, which will be considered for approval at the Tuesday, July 16 SFMTA Board meeting. Learn more in our project update.
專案現已完善提案，這些提案將在 7 月 16 日星期二三藩市交通局 (SFMTA) 董事會會議上審議批准。在我們的專案更新中了解更多。
El proyecto cuenta ahora con propuestas perfeccionadas, que serán consideradas para su aprobación en la reunión de la Junta de SFMTA del martes, 16 de julio. Más información en las novedades del proyecto.
Mayor London Breed and District 7 Supervisor Myrna Melgar have asked the SFMTA to improve traffic safety near West Portal Station in light of the tragic incident killing 4 pedestrians that occurred on March 16, 2024.
West Portal Station is a key connection point in San Francisco’s transportation system. Three rail lines and two bus routes serving 50,000 daily riders intersect at West Portal Avenue and Ulloa Street, where the Twin Peaks Tunnel links the light rail lines to the Market Street Subway. It’s also home to a vibrant commercial corridor full of unique restaurants and shops. Many youth also travel in the area including students from nearby schools like Hoover Middle School and St. Brendan Parish School, who cross the intersection to board transit and visit neighborhood businesses. And families with children at West Portal Elementary, which is just a block away, regularly travel through this area.
The high volumes of people passing through this area underscores the importance of making it safe to make transit connections and travel to and from West Portal residences, businesses and community amenities.
Project goals:
- Improve intersection safety by clearly defining pedestrian, vehicle, and transit movements; and removing vehicle traffic from train tracks.
- Provide more dedicated, and protected pedestrian space for community objectives.
District 7 Supervisor Myrna Melgar on the Project:
“West Portal is one of the most travelled and cherished neighborhoods in San Francisco. Its station should exemplify the name: a portal to the westside. But our current station is in dire need of improvements to make it safer for people going to work, school, and frequenting our small businesses. My office is working closely with the SFMTA and the Mayor’s Office to be bold and swift with the necessary improvements at the West Portal Station Project."
Predicted Completion: Fall 2024
Note: this project’s focus is on delivering a near-term safety project by the fall. After quick build implementation is complete, we will monitor results and make adjustments as needed. Additionally, we will review the project’s effectiveness and consider additional improvements using more permanent materials.
- Planning