SFMTA Board of Directors Meeting

Agenda

Of note:

11. Approving various traffic and parking modifications along the 9 San Bruno rapid Muni transit route included in the Transit Effectiveness Project’s Service-Related Capital Improvements and Travel Time Reduction Proposals

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