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Amid SF Market Street Struggles, Some Propose Reversing Ban On Private Vehicles

"It's empty. It's like abandoned. If you compare from before, it's like nobody is in town," said Zughaiyer.

(CBS San Francisco)

April 2, 2024

With Market Street struggling, some are proposing to reverse the ban on private vehicles on the corridor. But SFMTA officials are concerned a change would make the street more dangerous for cyclists and pedestrians.

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When Mohammad Zughaiyer walks down Market Street, it's still hard for him to see the transformation of a once bustling area of San Francisco.

"It's empty. It's like abandoned. If you compare from before, it's like nobody is in town," said Zughaiyer.

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