The SFMTA announced it won't enforce California's daylighting law, which aims to enhance pedestrian safety by prohibiting parking near crosswalks. This decision is particularly troubling as San Francisco has experienced a surge in traffic fatalities, despite the city's ten-year commitment to its 'Vision Zero' initiative. After months of preparation and public awareness efforts, the SFMTA's sudden change of policy was unexpected. The acting director's claim to paint thousands of curbs red within 18 months raised doubts about the city's commitment to safeguarding its pedestrians against dangerous parking practices.
The SFMTA's decision to suspend enforcing the daylighting law raises concerns about pedestrian safety, especially in light of record-high traffic fatalities.
Acting Director’s unilateral decision to delay painting curbs red undermines the progress aimed at enhancing pedestrian safety in San Francisco.
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