This resolution urges the Municipal Transportation Agency to restore all transit lines and return to pre-Covid service hours by December 31, 2021. It also requests a written plan for this restoration to be released by September 30, 2021.
Resolution urging the Municipal Transportation Agency to reinstate all transit lines and restore pre-Covid service hours by December 31, 2021, and release by September 30, 2021, a written plan for restoration of all lines and service.
How it got here
The legislation originated from the need to restore Muni transit services that were suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic, following community advocacy and a lack of transparency from the Municipal Transportation Agency (MTA).
The City adopted a 'Transit First' policy to prioritize public transportation, which set the stage for future transit service expectations.
A local emergency was declared due to COVID-19, leading to significant reductions in transit service by the MTA.
The MTA announced a Core Service Plan that temporarily suspended many transit routes and reduced service, affecting access to neighborhoods.
The MTA Citizens’ Advisory Council passed a motion requesting a plan and timeline to restore transit service to 95% of pre-pandemic levels.
The Director provided insights on staffing challenges and the complexities of restoring Muni service post-pandemic.
The committee recommended the resolution urging the MTA to restore transit lines and service hours.
The Board adopted Resolution No. 389-21, urging the MTA to reinstate all transit lines and restore pre-COVID service hours by December 31, 2021.
The MTA provided a response regarding the status of service restoration and the challenges faced.
Reconstructed from attached documents & the official record
