By 2035, the Bay Area's 27 transit operators will face a combined $17 billion capital deficit and an $8 billion operating deficit. Unless costs and revenues change, and service improves, the viability of Bay Area transit is at risk. The Metropolitan Transportation Commission has launched the Transit Sustainability Project to identify policy solutions. SPUR recommends nine strategies to reach the TSP’s goals.

Ever since regional government was first proposed for the Bay Area after World War II, leaders have debated the best model for governing a growing region. The basic structure for regional transportation planning and funding has not changed since the Metropolitan Transportation Commission was formed in 1970. Currently, counties seats on the MTC are not evenly distributed. SPUR recommends reforms to make representation more equitable.

Letter recommending to move the current draft of this general plan element forward to adoption

What will it take for San Franciscans to live safely in their homes after an earthquake? We believe the city should take steps now to ensure that, after a major earthquake, most residents can “shelter in place” — or, stay in their own homes while they are being repaired.

Letter advocating for protection of the existing housing funds of dissolving redevelopment agencies