San Francisco has canceled its plan to issue fines for parking too close to unmarked crosswalks, in response to community concerns. The fines were intended to comply with California's new 'daylighting' law aimed at improving pedestrian visibility. Acting director Julie Kirschbaum highlighted that the proposed law raised trust issues with residents. Instead of penalties, drivers will receive warnings, and the agency plans to expedite the repainting of curbs, prioritizing school zones. This move aims to balance legal compliance with public sentiment, as the originally proposed $40 fines drew significant backlash from the community.
The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency has scrapped a plan to issue $40 fines for parking too close to unmarked crosswalks after community backlash.
SFMTA's acting director, Julie Kirschbaum, noted that the proposed law was creating trust and frustration issues among residents and visitors.
In response to community concerns, SFMTA will allow warnings instead of fines for parking close to unmarked crosswalks and expedite curb painting.
The decision comes as SFMTA works to balance compliance with California's 'daylighting' law while addressing public dissatisfaction.
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