SFMTA Preliminarily Approves Service Cuts for Three Muni Routes

Facing a $50 million budget shortfall, the San Francisco transit agency plans to reduce weekday service on three bus routes, with a final vote scheduled for April 1.

• The proposed cuts would shorten weekday service for the 5 Fulton, 9 San Bruno, and 31 Balboa routes, requiring riders to transfer downtown at Market Street.
• Rapid services for the 5R Fulton Rapid and 9R San Bruno Rapid will continue running as usual, mitigating some impacts of the changes.
• The revised plan, which reduces cuts by half compared to earlier proposals, aims to save between $7.2 million and $15 million.
• The SFMTA board narrowly approved the preliminary proposal in a 3-2 vote on March 18, with a final decision expected on April 1.
• Public opposition remains strong, with critics warning the cuts could discourage ridership and harm downtown foot traffic.

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