CAMPAIGN TO SAVE MUNI FILES TO CIRCULATE INITIATIVE PETITION
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFebruary 5, 2026Contact: press@strongermuniforall.com“Stronger Muni for All” Campaign Will Collect Signatures to Qualify Measure to Save Muni
SAN FRANCISCO — Today, proponents of the Stronger Muni for All campaign filed a notice of their intent to collect signatures to place a measure on the November 3, 2026, general election ballot. The measure would prevent catastrophic Muni service cuts, keep thousands of cars off city streets, and help secure the city’s economic recovery while investing in a safer, more reliable, and more affordable transit system for San Francisco.
“Muni gets people to work, and it gets our kids to school, all while cutting down on traffic congestion–saving families time and money,” said Mayor Daniel Lurie. “Safe, reliable and affordable Muni is critical to powering the economic recovery underway across San Francisco. I’m inspired by the broad coalition of San Franciscans that are all-in to pass both the local and regional transit measures in November.
On the latest available customer satisfaction survey, Muni earned its highest scores in 20 years, while weekday ridership has rebounded to more than 75% of pre-pandemic levels. But the expiration of temporary state and federal funding, combined with the lingering impacts of the COVID-era economic downturn, has created a significant budget shortfall of $307 million. Without a dedicated funding source, San Francisco could face severe service cuts, including up to 20 bus routes canceled and doubled wait times, threatening the city’s economic rebound and daily mobility.
“Safe, reliable, and affordable Muni is an essential cornerstone of the San Francisco economy.” said Rodney Fong, a proponent of the initiative and President & CEO of the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce, “The business community believes that without public transit, the economic recovery we’re undergoing won’t be able to continue and could decimate our tax base. The Chamber of Commerce and our members are proud to help lead the Stronger Muni for All campaign.”
San Francisco already faces the third-worst traffic congestion of any U.S. city. Major Muni cuts would push more people into cars, worsening gridlock, commute times, and street safety for transit riders, motorists, and cyclists alike.
Over the past year, Muni has also demonstrated a renewed focus on fiscal responsibility and operational improvements. Reforms have generated nearly $137 million in ongoing annual savings, including eliminating more than 500 vacant positions, consolidating operations, reducing unnecessary management positions, and improving efficiency to help buses move faster and more reliably.
“Teamsters are proud to represent many of the men and women that keep San Francisco moving.” said Tony Delorio, a proponent of the initiative and Principal Officer of Teamsters Local Union No. 665. “Working people rely on safe and affordable Muni to get them to work and their kids to school. My brothers and sisters in labor will work tirelessly to pass this measure and build a stronger Muni for generations to come.”
The Stronger Muni for All Measure would establish a progressively structured parcel tax on commercial and residential properties. Under the proposal, 95% of single-family residences would be capped at $129 annually, with larger homes subject to progressively higher rates. The largest commercial properties would pay up to $400,000 annually, ensuring the biggest properties contribute the most.
"Muni is the heartbeat of San Francisco: when Muni thrives, the whole city thrives.” said Kat Siegal, a proponent of the initiative and public transit advocate. “Every San Franciscan deserves transportation they can depend on, whether they ride the bus every day or just benefit from safer and less congested roads. That's why advocates across the city are all in to make sure Muni is there for us and our neighbors for years to come."
Revenue from the measure would be subject to strict oversight and accountability requirements, including financial efficiency reviews and a citizens oversight committee to ensure funds are spent on maintaining and improving Muni service.
The initiative is sponsored by Kat Siegal, Rodney Fong, and Tony Delorio.
Kat Siegal is a longtime transit advocate and daily N Judah rider who lives in Cole Valley. She co-hosts Muni Diaries, a beloved live storytelling and podcast series celebrating the experiences of everyday transit riders, and was a lead organizer of the grassroots Prop L campaign for Muni funding in 2024. Kat chairs the SFCTA Community Advisory Committee and sits on the board of Market Street Railway, a nonprofit advocacy group for San Francisco's historic streetcars and cable cars. By day, she's worked in San Francisco's tech sector for 12 years and is a senior iOS engineer at Square.
Rodney A. Fong is a fourth-generation native San Franciscan who serves as President & CEO of the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce and as third-generation representative of the Fong family to own the world-famous Wax Museum Entertainment Complex located in the heart of Fisherman's Wharf. He has extensive leadership experience across civic, tourism, and philanthropic organizations, including serving as President of the San Francisco Port Commission and Chair of SF Travel Association and President of the SF Planning Commission. Rodney continues to serve on multiple boards including SF General Hospital Foundation, Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy, Fisherman's Wharf Community Benefit District, and the San Francisco Maritime National Park Association
Tony Delorio is the Principal Officer of Teamsters Local Union No. 665 in San Francisco and an executive board officer of the Teamsters Joint Council No. 7. Together these trade union bodies represent 100,000 hard-working men and women, including the trackmen, paratransit and community shuttle drivers and those who work in meter repair, parking garages, coin collection and the tow yard. As a trade unionist, Delorio also serves as the IBT Western Region Industrial Trades Director, a delegate to the SF Building & Construction Trades Council and the Central Labor Councils of San Francisco, San Mateo and Santa Clara counties. In the community, Delorio is the Vice President of the SF Film Commission and a board member for SF CityDrive, Workforce Investment SF, SF Italian American Club and the SF Italian Athletic Club.