Tell your Supervisor: Prevent Drastic MUNI Service Cuts (Update)
Call ONE of the Supervisors. Note: only one of these Supervisors represents you. Find out which one here.
BEFORE SATURDAY, MARCH 29
Call Script
My name is __________. I am a constituent, and my zip code is _______. I am a member of Indivisible SF.
As your constituent I urge you to support a transfer from the City's General Fund to SFMTA to prevent drastic service cuts.” Feel free to add personal details about why this issue is important to you.
BEFORE MONDAY, MARCH 31
Email Script
Email the SFMTA Board of Directors at MTABoard@SFMTA.com, urging them to use the SFMTA reserve funds to prevent service cuts. Feel free to add personal details about why this issue is important to you.
Additional Notes
Be polite but firm in your tone.
If speaking to staff, ask them to relay your message to the Mayor or Supervisor.
Personalize the script with your own experiences or observations if applicable.
Be prepared to provide your contact information for a follow-up response.
Remember, consistent pressure from constituents can make a significant impact on policy decisions. Please encourage others to make similar calls to amplify this message.
Background
MUNI Service Cuts Update
On March 18th, 250 transit activists, supported by Supervisors Fielder, Melgar, and Mahmood, rallied against proposed MUNI service cuts. Following the rally, at least 65 people voiced their opposition during public comment at the SFMTA Board meeting, while over 5,000 individuals expressed their concerns via email.
Despite this opposition, the SFMTA Board voted 3-2 in favor of implementing service cuts this summer. However, it’s worth noting that the approved cuts were significantly reduced compared to earlier proposals this year.
Impact of Public Advocacy
The public’s efforts yielded several positive outcomes:
1. The most severe cuts were removed from consideration.
2. The City Board of Supervisors passed resolutions supporting MUNI.
3. The Mayor began discussing a potential 2026 ballot measure for MUNI.
Upcoming Decision
It’s important to note that the 3-2 vote for summer service cuts is insufficient for implementation, as four SFMTA Board members must vote in favor. The Board will have another opportunity to reject the cuts at their meeting on Tuesday, April 1.