Josh Koehn

San Francisco’s Municipal Transportation Agency on Wednesday laid off a dozen employees, including the chief strategy officer, as it approaches <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/11/22/muni-fiscal-cliff-daniel-lurie-transportation-bart/">a fiscal cliff</a> that threatens to decimate public transit services, The Standard has learned.

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<p>San Francisco’s Municipal Transportation Agency on Wednesday laid off a dozen employees, including the chief strategy officer, as it approaches <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/11/22/muni-fiscal-cliff-daniel-lurie-transportation-bart/">a fiscal cliff</a> that threatens to decimate public transit services, The Standard has learned.</p>

All who were let go were members of the San Francisco Municipal Executive Association, a union for top managers, and were at-will employees. The layoffs are part of an ongoing SFMTA restructuring of operations while trying to address what sources called an “existential” budget crisis.

<p>All who were let go were members of the San Francisco Municipal Executive Association, a union for top managers, and were at-will employees. The layoffs are part of an ongoing SFMTA restructuring of operations while trying to address what sources called an “existential” budget crisis.</p>

SFMTA was facing a $50 million shortfall for the upcoming fiscal year, which starts in July, and the deficit is projected to grow to $320 million for 2026-27. The SFMTA board this month <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2025/04/15/muni-lines-cuts-parking-meter-fee-hikes/">approved cuts in bus service</a> for several lines and a hike in parking meter fees to address the immediate deficit.

Muni lines cut, parking meters raised: Inside the MTA&#8217;s bad-news budget

<p>SFMTA was facing a $50 million shortfall for the upcoming fiscal year, which starts in July, and the deficit is projected to grow to $320 million for 2026-27. The SFMTA board this month <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2025/04/15/muni-lines-cuts-parking-meter-fee-hikes/">approved cuts in bus service</a> for several lines and a hike in parking meter fees to address the immediate deficit.</p>

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Jonathan Rewers, who has served as chief strategy officer since late 2020, confirmed in a text message that he was among those laid off. He started working for the agency in 2009 and steadily rose up the ladder, serving as chief financial officer for almost two years before moving to a role overseeing the design and management of major programs.

<p>Jonathan Rewers, who has served as chief strategy officer since late 2020, confirmed in a text message that he was among those laid off. He started working for the agency in 2009 and steadily rose up the ladder, serving as chief financial officer for almost two years before moving to a role overseeing the design and management of major programs.</p>

“As the chief financial officer during the pandemic years, I of all people understand that difficult decisions need to be made,” Rewers said in a statement. “It was an honor to serve as the SFMTA’s first chief strategy officer. I felt my team accomplished a lot in the areas of innovation, efficiency, and instituting best practices throughout the organization.”

<p>“As the chief financial officer during the pandemic years, I of all people understand that difficult decisions need to be made,” Rewers said in a statement. “It was an honor to serve as the SFMTA’s first chief strategy officer. I felt my team accomplished a lot in the areas of innovation, efficiency, and instituting best practices throughout the organization.”</p>

The transit agency has experienced a significant shakeup since last year’s mayoral election.

<p>The transit agency has experienced a significant shakeup since last year’s mayoral election.</p>

Jeffrey Tumlin, who served as SFMTA chief for five years under former Mayor London Breed, announced he was <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/12/12/sfmta-chief-jeff-tumlin-to-step-down/">stepping down</a> in December. Mayor Daniel Lurie, who took office in January, appointed the acting director, <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2025/02/18/sfmta-julie-kirschbaum-director/">Julie Kirschbaum</a>, the following month.

Embattled SF transit chief Jeff Tumlin to step down

<p>Jeffrey Tumlin, who served as SFMTA chief for five years under former Mayor London Breed, announced he was <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/12/12/sfmta-chief-jeff-tumlin-to-step-down/">stepping down</a> in December. Mayor Daniel Lurie, who took office in January, appointed the acting director, <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2025/02/18/sfmta-julie-kirschbaum-director/">Julie Kirschbaum</a>, the following month.</p>

Since taking over, Kirschbaum has reorganized the staff, including the division of the chief strategy officer, which was broken up and consolidated, according to sources.

<p>Since taking over, Kirschbaum has reorganized the staff, including the division of the chief strategy officer, which was broken up and consolidated, according to sources.</p>

SFMTA officials did not immediately respond to a request for comment, but Kirschbaum sent an email to staff Wednesday evening noting that the layoffs will “undoubtedly raise questions” for other agency employees.

<p>SFMTA officials did not immediately respond to a request for comment, but Kirschbaum sent an email to staff Wednesday evening noting that the layoffs will “undoubtedly raise questions” for other agency employees.</p>

“These changes are necessary to reduce duplicative roles and the confusion that comes from overlapping and unclear responsibilities,” Kirschbaum said. “The next step will be a reorganization to set us up to achieve our priorities. The initial phase of that work will be shared by the end of the week.”

<p>“These changes are necessary to reduce duplicative roles and the confusion that comes from overlapping and unclear responsibilities,” Kirschbaum said. “The next step will be a reorganization to set us up to achieve our priorities. The initial phase of that work will be shared by the end of the week.”</p>

SFMTA lays off staff, including chief strategy officer, in face of budget crisis

Kevin Truong

Noah Baustin

An estimated 30,000 people are descending on San Francisco for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit this week, world leaders such as President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping among them.

<p>An estimated 30,000 people are descending on San Francisco for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit this week, world leaders such as President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping among them. </p>

With that influx of VIPs comes a massive security apparatus that will affect people traveling across San Francisco. Authorities are&nbsp;shutting down a swath of Downtown, rerouting bus and metro lines, and <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/11/03/bay-bridge-closure-apec-security-traffic-chaos/">even closing two lanes of the Bay Bridge</a>.&nbsp;

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<p>With that influx of VIPs comes a massive security apparatus that will affect people traveling across San Francisco. Authorities are&nbsp;shutting down a swath of Downtown, rerouting bus and metro lines, and <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/11/03/bay-bridge-closure-apec-security-traffic-chaos/">even closing two lanes of the Bay Bridge</a>.&nbsp;</p>

The evolving security situation has led to <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/10/26/apec-shutdown-worries-san-francisco-residents-businesses/">growing concerns by local residents and businesses</a> closest to the transit and road closures, and many San Franciscans are confused about how best to avoid disruptions and go about their business. To help people understand the extent of the temporary modifications and what they mean, The Standard has put together an FAQ to guide you through APEC week.

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<p>The evolving security situation has led to <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/10/26/apec-shutdown-worries-san-francisco-residents-businesses/">growing concerns by local residents and businesses</a> closest to the transit and road closures, and many San Franciscans are confused about how best to avoid disruptions and go about their business. To help people understand the extent of the temporary modifications and what they mean, The Standard has put together an FAQ to guide you through APEC week.</p>

Where exactly is the main security perimeter for the event, and how long will it be in place?&nbsp;


<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-where-exactly-is-the-main-security-perimeter-for-the-event-and-how-long-will-it-be-in-place-nbsp">Where exactly is the main security perimeter for the event, and how long will it be in place?&nbsp;</h2>


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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-where-exactly-is-the-main-security-perimeter-for-the-event-and-how-long-will-it-be-in-place-nbsp">Where exactly is the main security perimeter for the event, and how long will it be in place?&nbsp;</h2>

The main venue is the Moscone Center in the South of Market neighborhood.&nbsp;

<p>The main venue is the Moscone Center in the South of Market neighborhood.&nbsp;</p>

From 10 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday, local traffic into the security perimeter—for those who live or work in the area bounded by&nbsp;Second, Market, Fifth and Harrison streets—will be allowed only through specific paths after a security sweep and inspection.&nbsp;

<p>From 10 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday, local traffic into the security perimeter—for those who live or work in the area bounded by&nbsp;Second, Market, Fifth and Harrison streets—will be allowed only through specific paths after a security sweep and inspection.&nbsp;</p>

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Pedestrians and bicycles not heading into the security perimeter will be routed around the area. Vehicles that do not need to enter the perimeter for residential or business purposes will not be allowed in.

<p>Pedestrians and bicycles not heading into the security perimeter will be routed around the area. Vehicles that do not need to enter the perimeter for residential or business purposes will not be allowed in.</p>

Most vehicles traveling south from Nob Hill and Chinatown will be rerouted to either Mason Street to the west or Bush Street to First Street to the east. Drivers traveling south of Market Street from the Embarcadero will be pushed north at Fremont Street or south at First Street to avoid the security zone. Southwest of the perimeter, vehicles will be routed onto Sixth Street for north-south travel and Harrison Street for east-west travel.

<p>Most vehicles traveling south from Nob Hill and Chinatown will be rerouted to either Mason Street to the west or Bush Street to First Street to the east. Drivers traveling south of Market Street from the Embarcadero will be pushed north at Fremont Street or south at First Street to avoid the security zone. Southwest of the perimeter, vehicles will be routed onto Sixth Street for north-south travel and Harrison Street for east-west travel.</p>

A map shows the vehicle detours avoiding the SoMa security perimeter during APEC.


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/moscone_vehicle_detour-apec.png?w=837" alt="A map shows the vehicle detours avoiding the SoMa security perimeter during APEC." class="wp-image-217662"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">A map shows the vehicle detours avoiding the SoMa security perimeter during APEC.</figcaption></figure>


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<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/moscone_vehicle_detour-apec.png?w=837" alt="A map shows the vehicle detours avoiding the SoMa security perimeter during APEC." class="wp-image-217662"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">A map shows the vehicle detours avoiding the SoMa security perimeter during APEC.</figcaption></figure>

Fencing and pedestrian and vehicle checkpoints will be in place between Wednesday and Saturday, with barricades erected after a security sweep on Tuesday night. Minor street and sidewalk closures for the staging and removal of equipment may also be in effect through Sunday.&nbsp;

<p>Fencing and pedestrian and vehicle checkpoints will be in place between Wednesday and Saturday, with barricades erected after a security sweep on Tuesday night. Minor street and sidewalk closures for the staging and removal of equipment may also be in effect through Sunday.&nbsp;</p>

What if I live, work or want to visit a business inside the security zone?


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The SoMa security zone will be divided into two sections, shown in green and red on the below map. Pedestrians may enter the outer green zone without being screened or presenting identification. But starting Wednesday, anyone entering the green zone in a vehicle will need a valid reason, including being a resident, event guest or patron of a business within the perimeter.&nbsp;

<p>The SoMa security zone will be divided into two sections, shown in green and red on the below map. Pedestrians may enter the outer green zone without being screened or presenting identification. But starting Wednesday, anyone entering the green zone in a vehicle will need a valid reason, including being a resident, event guest or patron of a business within the perimeter.&nbsp;</p>

Vehicles pass Moscone Center while driving up 3rd Street at Howard Street in San Francisco on Friday, November 3, 2023. In a few weeks, Moscone Center in downtown San Francisco will host the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit which includes for 21 member economies that work together to foster free trade throughout the Asia-Pacific region. The City has implemented a number of high level security measures that include a number of street closures, pedestrian pathways, and verification for people to be within the security zone.


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="1663" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/inlined01_apecsecurityfaq.jpg?w=2500" alt="Buses and automobiles speed up 3rd street while pedestrians cross a busy intersection with the glass-enclosed Moscone Center in the background in downtown San Francisco. The area will look less busy when the City implements security ahead of APEC at Moscone Center." class="wp-image-218576"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Vehicles pass Moscone Center while driving up Third Street at Howard Street in San Francisco on Friday. The city has implemented high-level security measures that include street closures, pedestrian pathways and verification for people to be within the security zone.</figcaption></figure>


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/inlined01_apecsecurityfaq.jpg?w=2500" alt="Buses and automobiles speed up 3rd street while pedestrians cross a busy intersection with the glass-enclosed Moscone Center in the background in downtown San Francisco. The area will look less busy when the City implements security ahead of APEC at Moscone Center." class="wp-image-218576"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Vehicles pass Moscone Center while driving up Third Street at Howard Street in San Francisco on Friday. The city has implemented high-level security measures that include street closures, pedestrian pathways and verification for people to be within the security zone.</figcaption></figure>

No street parking, transit or taxis will be allowed within the security zone, though paratransit will be able to enter. Bicycles and scooters will be allowed inside once screened.

<p>No street parking, transit or taxis will be allowed within the security zone, though paratransit will be able to enter. Bicycles and scooters will be allowed inside once screened.</p>

Starting Wednesday, the inner red zone will only be accessible to APEC attendees or patrons of a business inside the perimeter. All entrants to this area, including pedestrians, will be screened. Pedestrian screening checkpoints will be at Howard Street near Fifth Street on the west side, via Yerba Buena Gardens on Mission Street on the north side and Folsom Street near Hawthorne on the east side.

<p>Starting Wednesday, the inner red zone will only be accessible to APEC attendees or patrons of a business inside the perimeter. All entrants to this area, including pedestrians, will be screened. Pedestrian screening checkpoints will be at Howard Street near Fifth Street on the west side, via Yerba Buena Gardens on Mission Street on the north side and Folsom Street near Hawthorne on the east side.</p>

Eligible vehicles will be able to enter the perimeter via three checkpoints. Two are on the west side of the zone, at Fifth and Mission streets and at Folsom and Fifth streets. One is on the eastern side at New Montgomery and Jessie streets. &nbsp;

<p>Eligible vehicles will be able to enter the perimeter via three checkpoints. Two are on the west side of the zone, at Fifth and Mission streets and at Folsom and Fifth streets. One is on the eastern side at New Montgomery and Jessie streets. &nbsp;</p>

Vehicles will be subject to searches and screenings, including by K-9 units. Between Wednesday and Saturday, residents will be required to show an ID with their address to drive to their homes. If they don’t have an ID with a current address, they will be able to show secondary proof of residence, like a utility bill or a lease.&nbsp;

<p>Vehicles will be subject to searches and screenings, including by K-9 units. Between Wednesday and Saturday, residents will be required to show an ID with their address to drive to their homes. If they don’t have an ID with a current address, they will be able to show secondary proof of residence, like a utility bill or a lease.&nbsp;</p>

To reduce potential delays by emergency vehicles that would otherwise have to be screened, there will be emergency vehicles prepositioned inside secure areas to lessen response times if needed.

<p>To reduce potential delays by emergency vehicles that would otherwise have to be screened, there will be emergency vehicles prepositioned inside secure areas to lessen response times if needed.</p>

Deliveries made to either red or green zones after 8 p.m. Tuesday must be screened at Pier 27 by the Secret Service, after which they will be sealed and must go to the site they are delivering to without taking on additional cargo.

<p>Deliveries made to either red or green zones after 8 p.m. Tuesday must be screened at Pier 27 by the Secret Service, after which they will be sealed and must go to the site they are delivering to without taking on additional cargo.</p>

Hot food delivery will not be allowed inside red zones unless carried on foot and rideshare services such as Uber or Lyft will not be allowed, according to Secret Service Assistant Special Agent-In-Charge Jermy Brown.

<p>Hot food delivery will not be allowed inside red zones unless carried on foot and rideshare services such as Uber or Lyft will not be allowed, according to Secret Service Assistant Special Agent-In-Charge Jermy Brown. </p>

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<figure class="wp-block-video"><video controls poster="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/10252023_mysterproperty-00_02_33_04-still012.jpg" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/sfs_apec_barrier_inline.mp4"></video><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Workers are seen erecting barriers around Moscone Center West ahead of the APEC summit.</figcaption></figure>

Food delivery and rideshare vehicles can stage at two locations one block away from pedestrian access checkpoints, although where those areas will be are still being sussed out, Brown said.

<p>Food delivery and rideshare vehicles can stage at two locations one block away from pedestrian access checkpoints, although where those areas will be are still being sussed out, Brown said.</p>

Employees of businesses can show a badge or work ID card to be allowed in with their vehicle. Pre-registration is not required, and residences and businesses will be generally accessible, barring a major security event.

<p>Employees of businesses can show a badge or work ID card to be allowed in with their vehicle. Pre-registration is not required, and residences and businesses will be generally accessible, barring a major security event.</p>

Protesters will also be allowed to access to green zone, but will not be able to access red zones.

<p>Protesters will also be allowed to access to green zone, but will not be able to access red zones.</p>

While pedestrian access into red zones will require screening, agents will not ask about citizenship status for pedestrians entering secured areas or people inside vehicles accessing green zones.

<p>While pedestrian access into red zones will require screening, agents will not ask about citizenship status for pedestrians entering secured areas or people inside vehicles accessing green zones.</p>

&#8220;We&#8217;re to secure everyone&#8217;s safety,&#8221; Brown said. &#8220;We&#8217;re not here to check peoples&#8217; [immigration] status.&#8221;

<p>"We're to secure everyone's safety," Brown said. "We're not here to check peoples' [immigration] status."</p>

<p>&#8220;We&#8217;re to secure everyone&#8217;s safety,&#8221; Brown said. &#8220;We&#8217;re not here to check peoples&#8217; [immigration] status.&#8221;</p>

Are there other security perimeters around the city?


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In Nob Hill, a perimeter around the Fairmont Hotel will be established on Monday night, bordered by Clay, Taylor, Pine and Stockton streets. Pedestrians trying to enter the security area will be required to enter via a checkpoint at Huntington Park.&nbsp;

<p>In Nob Hill, a perimeter around the Fairmont Hotel will be established on Monday night, bordered by Clay, Taylor, Pine and Stockton streets. Pedestrians trying to enter the security area will be required to enter via a checkpoint at Huntington Park.&nbsp;</p>

Vehicles going into the area will be subject to checkpoints at either California and Taylor streets in the west or Washington and Powell in the north. This perimeter will likely be dismantled late Saturday, though its effects may continue into Sunday.&nbsp;

<p>Vehicles going into the area will be subject to checkpoints at either California and Taylor streets in the west or Washington and Powell in the north. This perimeter will likely be dismantled late Saturday, though its effects may continue into Sunday.&nbsp;</p>

Because of a major party with President Joe Biden and other world leaders at the Exploratorium, detours and street closures around that museum will begin at noon Wednesday, with the Embarcadero closed between Pier 9 and Pier 27. Local traffic will be allowed on Front Street and Broadway, but most vehicles will be detoured via Battery Street, Broadway and Sansome Street. This perimeter will end late Wednesday.

<p>Because of a major party with President Joe Biden and other world leaders at the Exploratorium, detours and street closures around that museum will begin at noon Wednesday, with the Embarcadero closed between Pier 9 and Pier 27. Local traffic will be allowed on Front Street and Broadway, but most vehicles will be detoured via Battery Street, Broadway and Sansome Street. This perimeter will end late Wednesday.</p>

Street closures and detours around the Legion of Honor will begin at noon Thursday. Clement Street will be closed between 34th and 38th avenues, except for people who live or work between these streets. The 18th-to-46th Avenue Muni bus line will be rerouted during this time. This perimeter will end late Thursday.

<p>Street closures and detours around the Legion of Honor will begin at noon Thursday. Clement Street will be closed between 34th and 38th avenues, except for people who live or work between these streets. The 18th-to-46th Avenue Muni bus line will be rerouted during this time. This perimeter will end late Thursday.</p>

A controlled pedestrian-only zone will be set up around the Asian Art Museum for an APEC CEO Summit event Tuesday.&nbsp;

<p>A controlled pedestrian-only zone will be set up around the Asian Art Museum for an APEC CEO Summit event Tuesday.&nbsp;</p>


<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-what-about-parking">What about parking?</h2>


On-street parking will be barred within all security zones. Emergency no parking signs will go up around the city. Vehicles that are parked in violation of emergency no parking signs will be ticketed and towed. Notices will be posted at least 72 hours in advance of the restrictions being put in place.&nbsp;

<p>On-street parking will be barred within all security zones. Emergency no parking signs will go up around the city. Vehicles that are parked in violation of emergency no parking signs will be ticketed and towed. Notices will be posted at least 72 hours in advance of the restrictions being put in place.&nbsp;</p>

There are no private residences inside the red zones surrounding the Moscone Center and Fairmont Hotel and any parking garages used by residents in secured areas are inside green zones, Brown said.

<p>There are no private residences inside the red zones surrounding the Moscone Center and Fairmont Hotel and any parking garages used by residents in secured areas are inside green zones, Brown said.</p>

The Moscone Center Garage and Fifth and Mission/Yerba Buena public garages will be closed until Sunday. The <a href="https://www.sfmta.com/garages-lots" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">SFMTA-owned parking garages</a> close to the main event that will remain open during APEC are the Ellis-O’Farrell, Union Square and Sutter-Stockton garages.

<p>The Moscone Center Garage and Fifth and Mission/Yerba Buena public garages will be closed until Sunday. The <a href="https://www.sfmta.com/garages-lots" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">SFMTA-owned parking garages</a> close to the main event that will remain open during APEC are the Ellis-O’Farrell, Union Square and Sutter-Stockton garages.</p>

Signage displayed at the public parking garage at Fifth and Mission in San Francisco which will be closed to the public for APEC beginning  11/11/23 and will reopen to the public on 11/20/23.


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="1666" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/parking-garge-signage.jpg?w=2500" alt="A sign is taped to a parking garage payment machine that reads &quot;ATTN: DUE TO THE APEC CONFERENCE, GARAGE WILL BE CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC 11/11/22, RE-OPENING 11/20/23.&quot; More text on the machine reads &quot;Payment Instructions&quot;, &quot;Insert Ticket&quot;, &quot;Please insert ticket&quot; among other general phrases for paying for parking." class="wp-image-218595"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">A sign is displayed at the public parking garage at Fifth and Mission in San Francisco, saying it will be closed to the public for APEC.</figcaption></figure>


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/parking-garge-signage.jpg?w=2500" alt="A sign is taped to a parking garage payment machine that reads &quot;ATTN: DUE TO THE APEC CONFERENCE, GARAGE WILL BE CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC 11/11/22, RE-OPENING 11/20/23.&quot; More text on the machine reads &quot;Payment Instructions&quot;, &quot;Insert Ticket&quot;, &quot;Please insert ticket&quot; among other general phrases for paying for parking." class="wp-image-218595"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">A sign is displayed at the public parking garage at Fifth and Mission in San Francisco, saying it will be closed to the public for APEC.</figcaption></figure>

What are the freeway impacts of APEC?&nbsp;


<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-what-are-the-freeway-impacts-of-apec-nbsp">What are the freeway impacts of APEC?&nbsp;</h2>


On the Bay Bridge, the rightmost lane of I-80 westbound and the leftmost lane of I-80 eastbound will shut down from Tuesday at 5 a.m. to Friday at 9 p.m. to provide access for California Highway Patrol.&nbsp;

<p>On the Bay Bridge, the rightmost lane of I-80 westbound and the leftmost lane of I-80 eastbound will shut down from Tuesday at 5 a.m. to Friday at 9 p.m. to provide access for California Highway Patrol.&nbsp;</p>

The I-80 eastbound off-ramp at Fourth Street will be closed from Wednesday to Friday from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. The last eastbound San Francisco exit before the Bay Bridge will be at Seventh Street instead of Fourth Street. The I-80 westbound off-ramp at Fifth Street will be closed from Wednesday to Friday from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. Drivers planning to get on the eastbound freeway near the Moscone Center should use the Eight Street on-ramp. Drivers planning to get off the freeway should use the Fremont Street off-ramp.&nbsp;

<p>The I-80 eastbound off-ramp at Fourth Street will be closed from Wednesday to Friday from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. The last eastbound San Francisco exit before the Bay Bridge will be at Seventh Street instead of Fourth Street. The I-80 westbound off-ramp at Fifth Street will be closed from Wednesday to Friday from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. Drivers planning to get on the eastbound freeway near the Moscone Center should use the Eight Street on-ramp. Drivers planning to get off the freeway should use the Fremont Street off-ramp.&nbsp;</p>

Additionally, the northbound U.S. 101 Dana Bowers Vista Point off-ramp north of the Golden Gate Bridge will be closed from Tuesday to Saturday.

<p>Additionally, the northbound U.S. 101 Dana Bowers Vista Point off-ramp north of the Golden Gate Bridge will be closed from Tuesday to Saturday.</p>


<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-can-i-access-the-moscone-center">Can I access the Moscone Center?</h2>


Credentials are required to enter the Moscone Center. Venues directly involved with the APEC summit and APEC CEO Summit will be locked down with unscalable fencing and be inaccessible to anyone without a credential.&nbsp;

<p>Credentials are required to enter the Moscone Center. Venues directly involved with the APEC summit and APEC CEO Summit will be locked down with unscalable fencing and be inaccessible to anyone without a credential.&nbsp;</p>


<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-can-i-access-the-yerba-buena-gardens">Can I access the Yerba Buena Gardens?</h2>


No, the city park will be inaccessible to the public unless are credentialed for APEC events or they are traveling to a specific business or residence. The adjacent Yerba Buena Center for the Arts will also be temporarily closed from Monday through Sunday. 

<p>No, the city park will be inaccessible to the public unless are credentialed for APEC events or they are traveling to a specific business or residence. The adjacent Yerba Buena Center for the Arts will also be temporarily closed from Monday through Sunday. </p>

A boy prepares to throw a football at the Yerba Buena Art and Makers Market on April 2, 2023. 


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="1668" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/SFS.YB_.Art_.and_.Maker_.Market-017-scaled.jpg?w=2500" alt="A young African American youth wearing an Sonic the Hedgehog hooded sweatshirt, prepares to throw a football in a large grassy area at Yerba Buena gardens as families enjoy warm weather in the background while a band plays on an elevated stage." class="wp-image-145678"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">A child prepares to throw a football at the Yerba Buena Art and Makers Market in April. </figcaption></figure>


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/SFS.YB_.Art_.and_.Maker_.Market-017-scaled.jpg?w=2500" alt="A young African American youth wearing an Sonic the Hedgehog hooded sweatshirt, prepares to throw a football in a large grassy area at Yerba Buena gardens as families enjoy warm weather in the background while a band plays on an elevated stage." class="wp-image-145678"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">A child prepares to throw a football at the Yerba Buena Art and Makers Market in April. </figcaption></figure>


<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-can-i-access-sfmoma">Can I access SFMOMA?</h2>


Barring unforeseen restrictions, SFMOMA aims to be open during regular business hours during APEC. Only walk-up, on-site tickets will be available Tuesday through Friday.

<p>Barring unforeseen restrictions, SFMOMA aims to be open during regular business hours during APEC. Only walk-up, on-site tickets will be available Tuesday through Friday.</p>

Will Muni Metro, cable car or bus service be disrupted during APEC?&nbsp;


<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-will-muni-metro-cable-car-or-bus-service-be-disrupted-during-apec-nbsp">Will Muni Metro, cable car or bus service be disrupted during APEC?&nbsp;</h2>


Yes. In fact, Muni began rerouting service a full two days earlier than planned.

<p>Yes. In fact, Muni began rerouting service a full two days earlier than planned. </p>

&#8220;Muni is no longer able to serve stops in exclusion zones,&#8221; the agency announced on X Friday. &#8220;Muni service is passing blocked stops. For safety, riders should not stand in the street as Muni buses will not stop. Conditions are changing rapidly due to street impacts.&#8221;

<p>"Muni is no longer able to serve stops in exclusion zones," the agency announced on X Friday. "Muni service is passing blocked stops. For safety, riders should not stand in the street as Muni buses will not stop. Conditions are changing rapidly due to street impacts."</p>

<p>&#8220;Muni is no longer able to serve stops in exclusion zones,&#8221; the agency announced on X Friday. &#8220;Muni service is passing blocked stops. For safety, riders should not stand in the street as Muni buses will not stop. Conditions are changing rapidly due to street impacts.&#8221;</p>

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In SoMa, bus lines will be rerouted around the security perimeter around Moscone Center, which is bordered by Second, Market, Fifth and Harrison streets. Ambassadors will direct transit riders to temporary bus stops outside the zone. The 30 Stockton and 45 Union-Stockton will only operate north of Market Street.&nbsp;

<p>In SoMa, bus lines will be rerouted around the security perimeter around Moscone Center, which is bordered by Second, Market, Fifth and Harrison streets. Ambassadors will direct transit riders to temporary bus stops outside the zone. The 30 Stockton and 45 Union-Stockton will only operate north of Market Street.&nbsp;</p>

See a full list of bus lines <a href="https://www.sfmta.com/travel-updates/asia-pacific-economic-cooperation-apec-service-impacts-soma" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">being rerouted here</a>.&nbsp;

<p>See a full list of bus lines <a href="https://www.sfmta.com/travel-updates/asia-pacific-economic-cooperation-apec-service-impacts-soma" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">being rerouted here</a>.&nbsp;</p>

From Nov. 10 through Nov. 19, all transit lines will be rerouted around he APEC security zone. Notably, the 30 Stockton and 35 Union-Stockton lines will only operate north of Market Street.


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/screenshot-2023-11-11-at-11-06-36-am.png?w=1334" alt="A map of downtown San Francisco's transit routes." class="wp-image-220445"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">From Friday through Nov. 19, all transit lines will be rerouted around he APEC security zone. Notably, the 30 Stockton and 35 Union-Stockton lines will only operate north of Market Street.</figcaption></figure>


Multiple Muni lines will also be rerouted around the security zone in Nob Hill. The below map shows how bus lines will be rerouted, and a <a href="https://www.sfmta.com/travel-updates/asia-pacific-economic-cooperation-apec-service-impacts-nob-hill" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">full list of changes is on this page</a>.

<p>Multiple Muni lines will also be rerouted around the security zone in Nob Hill. The below map shows how bus lines will be rerouted, and a <a href="https://www.sfmta.com/travel-updates/asia-pacific-economic-cooperation-apec-service-impacts-nob-hill" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">full list of changes is on this page</a>.</p>

Cable car stops are closed on the Powell-Hyde and Powell-Mason lines from the Market Street turnaround up to Clay Street. Riders will be able to take the cable cars between Washington Street and Bay Street on the Powell-Mason Line and between Washington Street and the Hyde Street turnaround. A bus substitute will provide service to stops along Powell Street from Jackson to Ellis streets.

<p>Cable car stops are closed on the Powell-Hyde and Powell-Mason lines from the Market Street turnaround up to Clay Street. Riders will be able to take the cable cars between Washington Street and Bay Street on the Powell-Mason Line and between Washington Street and the Hyde Street turnaround. A bus substitute will provide service to stops along Powell Street from Jackson to Ellis streets.</p>

The entire California Line will be shut down during the event, with a substitute bus serving the entire route.

<p>The entire California Line will be shut down during the event, with a substitute bus serving the entire route.</p>

From Friday through Nov. 19, all transit lines will be rerouted around the security zone centered on the Fairmont Hotel.The Powell/Mason adn Powell/Hyde cable cars will not travel south of Washington Street, and a bus substitute will provide service south of Ellis Street. The California cable car line will be entirely substituted by a bus.


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/screenshot-2023-11-11-at-11-10-38-am.png?w=1328" alt="A map of transit routes in San Francisco's Nob Hill neighborhood." class="wp-image-220448"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Through Sunday, all transit lines will be rerouted around the security zone centered on the Fairmont Hotel. The Powell/Mason and Powell/Hyde cable cars will not travel south of Washington Street, and a bus substitute will provide service south of Ellis Street. The California cable car line will be entirely substituted by a bus.</figcaption></figure>


There will be no Muni Metro service provided to the Fourth and Brannan or Yerba Buena-Moscone Station. Trains on the T-Third route will be rerouted to its previous route instead of entering the new Central Subway route. A Muni Metro shuttle train will operate every five minutes between Chinatown-Rose Pak Station and Union Square-Market Street Station.

<p>There will be no Muni Metro service provided to the Fourth and Brannan or Yerba Buena-Moscone Station. Trains on the T-Third route will be rerouted to its previous route instead of entering the new Central Subway route. A Muni Metro shuttle train will operate every five minutes between Chinatown-Rose Pak Station and Union Square-Market Street Station.</p>

During the event, the T-third line will e rerouted south of Market and a temporary shuttle will operate between Chinatown-Rose Pak Station and Union Square Market Street Station. 


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/screenshot-2023-11-11-at-11-15-35-am.png?w=1156" alt="A map of San Francisco Muni routes." class="wp-image-220449"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">During the event, the T-third line will be rerouted south of Market and a temporary shuttle will operate between Chinatown-Rose Pak Station and Union Square Market Street Station. </figcaption></figure>


Will ferry service be disrupted during APEC?


<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-will-ferry-service-be-disrupted-during-apec">Will ferry service be disrupted during APEC?</h2>


Representatives for the Water Emergency Transportation Authority and Golden Gate Transit said they don’t expect any disruptions to San Francisco Bay Ferry service.

<p>Representatives for the Water Emergency Transportation Authority and Golden Gate Transit said they don’t expect any disruptions to San Francisco Bay Ferry service.</p>

Will BART or Caltrain service be disrupted during APEC?


<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-will-bart-or-caltrain-service-be-disrupted-during-apec">Will BART or Caltrain service be disrupted during APEC?</h2>


BART and Caltrain schedules will remain the same, and no stations will be closed.&nbsp;

<p>BART and Caltrain schedules will remain the same, and no stations will be closed.&nbsp;</p>

How can I stay up-to-date with new transit changes?


<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-how-can-i-stay-up-to-date-with-new-transit-changes">How can I stay up-to-date with new transit changes?</h2>


SFMTA has an APEC <a href="https://www.sfmta.com/projects/asia-pacific-economic-cooperation-apec-transit-and-travel-information#driving" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">resource page here</a>, with the option to sign up for <a href="https://www.sfmta.com/signup-alerts?type=new&amp;qsp=CASFMTA_2" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">real-time email or text alerts</a>. The city of San Francisco and the U.S. Secret Service also have a <a href="https://sfgov.maps.arcgis.com/apps/mapviewer/index.html?webmap=cff7f147743d45e0a7ccb8546433f1d9" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">comprehensive map available online here</a>, where updates may be posted.

<p>SFMTA has an APEC <a href="https://www.sfmta.com/projects/asia-pacific-economic-cooperation-apec-transit-and-travel-information#driving" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">resource page here</a>, with the option to sign up for <a href="https://www.sfmta.com/signup-alerts?type=new&amp;qsp=CASFMTA_2" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">real-time email or text alerts</a>. The city of San Francisco and the U.S. Secret Service also have a <a href="https://sfgov.maps.arcgis.com/apps/mapviewer/index.html?webmap=cff7f147743d45e0a7ccb8546433f1d9" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">comprehensive map available online here</a>, where updates may be posted.</p>

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