How did Waymo get onto Market Street?
Briefly

Mayor Daniel Lurie's recent announcement that Waymo will operate driverless taxis on San Francisco's Market Street has generated surprise and confusion. While Lurie emphasizes the importance of evolving city transport for accessibility to local amenities, former Board of Supervisors President Aaron Peskin highlights that the closure of Market Street to cars was a previous resolution made by the city. This move raises questions about regulatory authority and the interpretation of existing traffic plans, especially since Waymo's operation earlier only allowed crossing the street, not driving down it.
If you had asked me, 'What did you vote to ban on Market Street?' I would have said to you, 'Cars! And the answer appears to be that...
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