Greater West Portal Neighborhood Association

Congratulations to Caroline Johnston on her efforts in getting this beautification project going. From September to December of this year, the San Francisco Department of Public Works will stabilize and landscape the Dorchester Way median strip between Ulloa Street and Portola Drive. The San Francisco Public Utilities Commission has set aside $60,000 to fund the construction, installation and maintenance of the beautification project. Caroline is hosting a meeting at her home to gather Community input and participation in the project. The meeting on Monday, August 22, at 7:00 pm will be held at 106 Dorchester Way to discuss the plans, and to provide input into the design and materials.

Thanks to our Traffic and Public Safety (TAPS) Committee and to Supervisor Yee for getting 2 radar signs installed on Ulloa Street. They are near the intersection of Madrone Avenue. At our August GWPNA Meeting, Bob Pressley reported that some cars are slowing down but still vehicles are exceeding 35 mph. TAPS asked Supervisor Yee about looking into enforcement for Ulloa and for the 5 way intersection at Vicente – Madrone – Wawona Sts. where there is a 90 foot cross-walk! There has been some discussion with SFMTA Engineers, but a possible solution would cost near $500K. SFMTA will be addressing GWPNA at the September Meeting.

Note: SFMTA meter maids can not under state law ticket moving violations.