Mx. Fix-It Saves the 12-Folsom (and Happy Hour)


Photo: Ian Fuller

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Blair stepped up and fixed the bus. No, you guys, they fixed the bus, saving happy hour and some 12-Folsom riders’ sanity.

Rider Blair teased us over on our Facebook Page with “I fixed the 12-Folsom tonight, where’s my cookie?” Well, here’s why I’m getting Blair cookies. Further proof that you should never, ever get between someone and their beer.

The handicapped ramp was stuck on the ground after someone had used it at the 14th and Folsom stop (FoodSlow) and the driver just sat there and called it in, instead of trying to fix it. I finally got up after 10 mins and said ‘did you try to fiddle with it or just stare at it’; he grunted he did not try to fix it. I went outside and looked it over and asked him a few questions, kicked and tugged. He FINALLY tried the button, nothing, I said wait, kicked and pulled again and sure enough…it moved back into place. Everyone was very happy that they did not have to wait for the next 12 (40 mins) and I told the bus driver to try and fix things himself next time. My GF called me out knowing I was headed to meet her and friends for happy hour and that stupid ramp was between me and beer.

We all know that Muni needs a lot of fixing. Have you ever pitched in? Like really fixed it? If so, you might get cookies, too. Spin us a yarn at muni.diaries.sf@gmail.com.

Muni News: BART ups security, Muni fare hike reaction, NX-Judah Express hearing

Signage at Potrero Trolley Yard

  • BART Ups Security In Downtown SF Stations (BCN via SF Appeal)
  • Muni Financing Debacle Could Cost SF $68 Million (The Bay Citizen)
  • Activists eager to put brakes on Muni hikes (SF Examiner)
  • BART Cellphone Shutoff Policy Up For Discussion Again This Week (SF Appeal)
  • SFMTA to hold Dec. 6 hearing on the NX-Judah Express route (SFMTA)
  • DA: Muni Driver Could Be Charged in Woman’s Death (The Bay Citizen)
  • Suspect In Fatal BART Shooting Convicted Of Conspiracy (Bay City News via SF Appeal)

Decorating Muni Streetcars for the Holidays

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Inside streetcar 1818 as it’s being decorated for the holidays

Last Saturday, Tara and I joined folks from Market Street Railway in what has become an annual tradition: The hanging of wreaths, streamers, and garlands on the historic F-Market/Wharves streetcars.

Here are a few of our behind-the-scenes shots. Look for car 1818 (already a green-and-red livery) on the streets in all its holiday glory soon!

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MSR volunteers adorn the outside of car 1818 with garlands

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A sideview of 1818

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Car 1818 with its wreath

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Car 496 (Melbourne) also got some love on Saturday from the volunteers

Man Shot in Foot in Mission Muni Shelter

A man was shot in the foot at a Muni shelter on Mission and 16th Street Monday night around 7 p.m., reports the San Francisco Chronicle. Police officers arrived at the scene shortly after and apprehended the suspect.

More from the Chronicle:

A patrolling officer heard gunfire near the corner of 16th and Mission streets around 7 p.m. Monday and saw the fleeing gunman, police said.

The officer chased the man but lost sight of him, but another officer nearby spotted him and detained him. A handgun was found under a parked car. Police have not released the man’s name.

The victim is expected to survive.

Mission and 16th, right at bustling dinner/commute time? Scary stuff. We’ll keep you posted if there is more information.

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