This resolution intends to change the designation of certain road areas in Twin Peaks from public roadway and sidewalk use to public recreational and park use to support the Twin Peaks Promenade Project. A hearing is scheduled for March 17, 2026, for public input on this proposed change.
Resolution declaring the intention of the Board of Supervisors to order the vacation of the designation of portions of Christmas Tree Point Road and the eastern alignment of Twin Peaks Boulevard, generally bounded by Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 2719C, Lot No. 021, and Assessor’s Parcel Block No. 2643, Lot Nos. 006, 007, 009, and 021 (together, “Eastern Twin Peaks Boulevard”) as public right-of-way for roadway and sidewalk purposes, and to order the re-designation of Eastern Twin Peaks Boulevard as public right-of-way for recreation and park purposes to facilitate the development of the Twin Peaks Promenade Project; and setting a hearing date for the Board of Supervisors to sit as a Committee of the Whole on March 17, 2026, at 3:00 p.m., for all persons interested in the proposed vacation of said street areas.
How it got here
The Twin Peaks Promenade Project originated from a series of city planning efforts aimed at enhancing recreational access and environmental sustainability in the Twin Peaks area.
The Commission approved the concept plan for the Twin Peaks Trail Renovation, laying the groundwork for future improvements in the area.
The SFMTA Board approved the permanent closure of the eastern alignment of Twin Peaks Boulevard to vehicular traffic, facilitating the transition to a pedestrian-friendly space.
The RPD submitted an application to the Department of Public Works for the vacation of the eastern alignment of Twin Peaks Boulevard to convert it into a promenade.
Public Works recommended the Board of Supervisors vacate the designation of portions of Christmas Tree Point Road and Twin Peaks Boulevard to facilitate the Twin Peaks Promenade Project.
The Mayor's Office introduced a resolution declaring the intent to vacate portions of the roadway to support the development of the Twin Peaks Promenade Project.
The Board of Supervisors adopted the resolution to vacate the roadway designation, facilitating the development of the Twin Peaks Promenade.
Reconstructed from attached documents & the official record
This ordinance changes parts of Eastern Twin Peaks Boulevard from a public roadway to a public space for recreation and park purposes to support the Twin Peaks Promenade Project. It also transfers management of the area to the Recreation and Park Department and ensures the space will remain open to the public indefinitely.
This ordinance changes parts of Eastern Twin Peaks Boulevard from a public roadway to a public space for recreation and park purposes to support the Twin Peaks Promenade Project. It also transfers management of the area to the Recreation and Park Department and ensures the space will remain open to the public indefinitely.
This resolution allows the Recreation and Park Department to accept and use a $1,493,692 grant from the California Department of Parks and Recreation for the Twin Peaks Promenade Project, which will run from September 2024 to March 2027. It also requires the department to maintain the project for 20 years after its completion and gives the General Manager the authority to make minor amendments to the grant contract.
This resolution allows the Recreation and Park Department to use a $350,000 state grant for trail improvements at Twin Peaks Open Space from July 2022 to June 2027. It also requires the department to maintain the trail until June 2042 and gives the General Manager authority to make necessary adjustments to the grant contract.
This resolution allows the Recreation and Park Department to accept and use up to $1.9 million in grant funding for improvements to the Twin Peaks Promenade and Trails from July 1, 2020, to June 30, 2025. It also requires the department to maintain the project until June 30, 2050, and gives the General Manager the authority to make minor changes to the grant contract as needed.
This resolution allows the Recreation and Park Department to accept and use a $500,000 grant from the State Coastal Conservancy for the Twin Peaks Improvement Project. It also requires the department to maintain the project for 20 years after its completion and permits them to make necessary adjustments to the grant agreement without increasing the city's obligations.
