COMMUNITY UPDATE: SFMTA K INGLESIDE RAPID PROJECT

The K Ingleside Rapid Project is a project led by the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA).

Throughout the planning process, the Ocean Avenue Association (OAA) has worked to keep Ocean Avenue businesses, property owners, residents, and visitors informed, create opportunities for community participation, and communicate community feedback to City decision-makers including District 7 Supervisor Myrna Melgar, District 11 Supervisor Chyanne Chen, the Mayor's Office, and SFMTA.

SFMTA'S K INGLESIDE RAPID PROJECT PAGE

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OAA'S ROLE IN THE COMMUNITY PROCESS

✔ The K Ingleside Rapid Project is an SFMTA project.

✔ OAA did not design the project.

✔ OAA did not create or approve of SFMTA's proposed pilot/compromise.

✔ The OAA Board has not voted to support or oppose SFMTA's proposal.

✔ OAA's role has been to gather feedback, share information, and communicate community concerns.

WHY IS OAA INVOLVED?

Part of OAA's role is helping businesses and the community navigate major City projects that affect Ocean Avenue by:

Sharing project updates.
Hosting community meetings.
Gathering feedback from businesses, residents, and property owners.
Communicating community input to City agencies and elected officials.
Advocating for our stakeholders to have a seat at the table and a voice in the room.

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT TIMELINE

MAY 4, 2026

ONGOING

Board & Community Updates

OAA regularly updates its Board of Directors as the project evolved and continued sharing community concerns with SFMTA and elected officials.
OAA continues to:

Share project updates
Answer questions from businesses and residents
Communicate community concerns to City agencies
Encourage constructive public participation

JUNE 24, 2026

OAA Special Board Meeting

As community discussion continued, OAA shared project updates with its Board of Directors, continued communicating community concerns to SFMTA, and held a special Board meeting with time dedicated to public comment.

The Board meeting did not meet quorum requirements; Board discussion therefore did not occur.

MAY 2026

SFMTA Pilot Outreach

OAA staff went door-to-door throughout the corridor:

Delivering SFMTA's pilot update letter
Answering questions from businesses

MAY 13, 2026

SFMTA Officially Revises the Proposal

Following continued community engagement, SFMTA announced a revised proposal that shifted from corridor-wide implementation in January 2026 to a smaller pilot proposed for 2027.

The revised pilot proposal was developed by SFMTA.

MAY 5, 2026

OAA Board Learns of Possible Proposal Revision (Pilot)

OAA Board was informed by OAA staff of MTA "discussing a more phased or pilot-oriented framework that could include:

Use of striped (not fully painted) red lanes, limited to 1–2 blocks initially
Data monitoring, evaluation, and community input on this 1-2 lane pilot before any broader rollout
Sequencing so that other safety improvements (e.g., enforcement, pedestrian safety measures, etc.) are implemented first, before red lanes
A longer timeline (approximately 9–12 months) before any implementation"

No feedback was received.

Second Community Town Hall

OAA hosted a second public meeting at City College to answer additional questions and continue gathering community feedback. Thank you to D7 Supervisor Myrna Melgar and D11 Supervisor Chyanne Chen for supporting the meeting, and to SFMTA for attending and answering community and merchant questions.

APRIL 11, 2026

First Community Town Hall

OAA co-hosted a public town hall at City College with Supervisors Melgar and Chen and SFMTA to provide project updates and hear questions & concerns from businesses and residents.

JANUARY & FEBRUARY 2026

Community Survey

OAA conducted a corridor-wide community survey regarding the proposed red lanes.

Approximately 80% of respondents opposed corridor-wide red lanes.

Survey results were shared with SFMTA and elected officials.

JANUARY 2026

OAA Begins Community Outreach

After learning that red lane installation was anticipated to begin in January 2026, OAA began working to ensure Ocean Avenue businesses and property owners had opportunities to learn about the project, ask questions, and provide feedback.

DECEMBER 2025

Merchant Meeting

OAA hosted a merchant meeting at Golden Coast Restaurant to inform merchants of the project, answer questions, and hear directly from merchants about their concerns.

2021 - 2024

SFMTA Develops the K Ingleside Rapid Project

The K Ingleside Rapid Project was developed by SFMTA over several years following direction from City leaders to improve transit reliability and safety. During this time, SFMTA conducted its own outreach, refined proposals based on community feedback, and ultimately approved the project.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Who is responsible for the K Ingleside Rapid Project?

The K Ingleside Rapid Project is planned and implemented by the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA). OAA is not the project sponsor or decision-maker.

What is OAA's role?

Throughout the planning process, OAA's role has been to:

Share project information with the community.
Create opportunities for public participation.
Gather feedback from businesses, residents, and property owners.
Communicate community feedback to SFMTA and elected officials.

Did OAA design or negotiate SFMTA's proposed pilot?

No.

The proposed pilot was developed by SFMTA. OAA did not design, approve, or vote on the proposal.

Has OAA taken a position on the project?

No.

The OAA Board has not adopted an official position regarding the K Ingleside Rapid Project or SFMTA's proposed pilot.

Why did the project timeline change?

Following community engagement and continued discussions, SFMTA revised its implementation schedule and proposed a smaller pilot beginning in 2027 rather than proceeding with the original corridor-wide implementation planned for January 2026.

How did OAA communicate community feedback?

OAA shared community feedback through:

Business meetings
Public town halls
Community surveys
Direct meetings with SFMTA and elected officials
Door-to-door outreach with businesses
Ongoing communication with City partners

Did OAA survey the community?

Yes.

OAA conducted a corridor-wide survey regarding the proposed red lanes and shared the results with SFMTA and elected officials.

Does OAA make transportation decisions for Ocean Avenue?

No.

Transportation projects such as the K Ingleside Rapid Project are planned and implemented by SFMTA. OAA's role is to help ensure the community is informed, engaged, and able to provide meaningful feedback throughout the planning process.

Can I still provide feedback?