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Do You Think a 70% Taxi Fare Increase is Fair?

Do You Think a 70% Taxi Fare Increase is Fair?

San Francisco, which already has one of the very worst taxi systems in the country, is now seriously considering becoming the most expensive with a massive hike in taxi fares.

The San Francisco Municipal Transit Agency is hearing plans that could raise the fares of some rides by more than 70%. And if you're picked up from home, your fare could nearly double. Some of the fare increases include a $5 surcharge on picking up passengers at home during rush hours and a full $1 dollar per mile increase in the meter charge, making San Francisco’s taxi fares the highest of any big city in the nation.

Do you think these fare increases are fair? Take Our Poll & Read More

Walking in San Francisco – Beautiful, But Look Both Ways

San Francisco’s streets and landmarks make it one of America’s best walking citi

Walking in San Francisco – Beautiful, But Look Both Ways

By: Ben Shore

San Francisco is, without question, one of the premier walking cities in the country – if not the world. Whether you stroll along the Embarcadero, across the Golden Gate Bridge or through the Mission, San Francisco’s streets, landmarks and unique neighborhoods lend themselves nicely to foot traffic. Read more

Pavement to Parks to Economic Progress for San Francisco

Pavement to Parks to Economic Progress for San Francisco

One of the coolest new programs in San Francisco could be coming to your neighborhood – but only if your community group or local merchants apply soon.

You might have seen some of the new parklets springing up around San Francisco – the mini parks that turn pavement into attractive green spaces. This is Resetting in action on so many levels – more walkable streets, more vibrant San Francisco commercial corridors and the delightful progress of turning pavement into parks. Read More

MUNI Musician!

The late 38 Geary, the 22 Fillmore that never comes, the Clipper Card that never works – they seem less of an annoyance thanks to those fabulous Muni Musicians who help sing our Muni Blues away. We know you're probably missing your Saturday commute right now – so sing out with our first MUNI Musician.

Aloox is the first in a series of our favorite MUNI musicians. These guys and gals are really talented. If you want to recommend your favorite MUNI musician for next week, email the Reset team at info@resetsanfrancisco.org.

The Promise (and Importance) of Public Transportation

A new study from the American Public Transportation Association finds San Franci

The Promise (and Importance) of Public Transportation

A new study by the American Public Transportation Association [APTA] says San Franciscans can save more than $1,100 a month and over $13,300 a year by opting to take public transportation instead of owning a car. With gas prices in San Francisco well over $4 per gallon (and in some locations approaching $5 per gallon), the potential for this kind of savings has never been more critical. Read more

Photo of the Week

Congratulations to Carol Healey - this week's winner. Great photo, Carol!

Reset Takes the Long View

Do you have a "San Francisco Moment" that you'd like to share? You can submit your entries to the moderator@resetsanfrancisco.org.

SF Should Be Next for Cell Phone Emergency Alert System

SF Should Be Next for Cell Phone Emergency Alert System

There has been exciting news this week about the beginnings of a national and localized emergency alert system that combines cutting edge technology with government resources to keep people safe – the kind of Gov. 2.0 tool that Reset loves and that San Francisco should be next in adopting.

In New York City on Tuesday, Mayor Bloomberg was joined by local and federal officials as well as leaders from law enforcement to announce the Personal Localized Alert Network (PLAN). PLAN will enable government authorities to work with first responders and cell phone companies to send targeted messages to cell phones in case of major public safety threats. This means in the event of a terrorist attack or natural disaster, essential information that could save lives will be disseminated directly to people in affected areas. Read More

Ask an Expert Today at 12pm!

Join Phil Ting and Jeanine Cotter for a live webcast today from 12-1pm.

Phil Ting and Jeanine Cotter will discuss solar in San Francisco and GoSolarSF, the city's solar incentive program. The city is proposing to this successful green program by 40% - and we can only ask, "Why?" Join the conversation in real time here and you can even tweet your questions using the hashtag #resetsf.

Watch the live webcast here: http://www.resetsanfrancisco.org/ask-now

Jeanine Cotter is the CEO of Luminalt, Solar Energy Solutions. Click here to learn more about today's discussion and our expert, Jeanine Cotter.

May 12 is National Bike to Work Day!

San Francisco takes part in the 17th Annual Bike to Work Day

May 12 is National Bike to Work Day!

May 12 is 17th Annual Bike to Work Day. Phil Ting and Reset San Francisco are big proponents of making San Francisco more bike friendly and tomorrow’s event is a great way to call attention to that. Biking is a win-win – it’s good for your health and it’s good for the environment. That’s why Phil Ting will be joining the rest of San Francisco and riding his bike from the Sunset to City Hall tomorrow. Plus, with energizer stations located throughout the city to keep you hydrated, cheering you on and giving out prizes, it promises to be a lot of fun! Read more

Wish you could locate street art in San Francisco? Let’s get an app for that!

One of many murals in San Francisco’s Balmy Alley in the Mission District, court

Wish you could locate street art in San Francisco? Let’s get an app for that!

Thanks to Code for America, a San Francisco-based non-profit that brings web-based solutions to city problems, residents in Philadelphia can use a Smartphone app called MuralApp to now locate public art throughout the city and select individual pieces to learn more about the artist and the history behind the work.

As much as we have brotherly (and sisterly) love for our friends in Philadelphia – what about us? Read more