West Portal Traffic Changes Postponed for Community Review

San Francisco officials delay intersection redesign after public backlash, forming a committee to evaluate community concerns.

San Francisco officials have postponed the redesign of the West Portal intersection following a tragic crash in March, opting to include more community input.
A neighborhood committee, the Welcoming West Portal Committee, will meet to discuss traffic and parking impacts, aiming for a consensus that suits all stakeholders.
Local merchants and residents had expressed concerns that their feedback was overlooked in the initial redesign proposals.
Transit advocates worry the delay could perpetuate safety issues, criticizing the move as a stalling tactic.
The committee's findings will be presented to the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency Board for consideration, with a potential plan rollout by September.