Reflecting on 2023: Transit challenges, celebrations, a push for pedestrian safety

A few notable celebrations occurred this year. The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency officially marked the <a href="https://sfbayca.com/2023/01/07/central-subway-opens-for-full-service-connecting-bayview-visitacion-valley-with-chinatown/" rel="noopener ugc nofollow" target="_blank">opening of the long-awaited Central Subway</a> (a soft opening took place in November of last year). Regardless of individual opinions on the project, such as concerns about being over budget, low ridership, or a waste of money, the subway opened in January amidst fanfare from transit geeks, city leaders, and the Chinatown community. San Francisco’s cherished <a href="https://medium.com/@jeroldchinn/san-francisco-celebrates-beloved-cable-cars-7346e6efc48e" rel="noopener">cable cars celebrated their 150th anniversary</a>. Various events were held throughout the year to commemorate these iconic cable cars and the system that propels them through the city’s hills. The Main Library hosted a photo exhibit, and the SFMTA offered a $5 all-day pass for the California Cable Car line. <a href="https://jeroldchinn.medium.com/reflecting-on-2023-transit-challenges-celebrations-a-push-for-pedestrian-safety-bb85f1cb7638">Click Here</a>