Good opportunity for anybody who lives near Geary or who would use the line. JMC ----- Forwarded message from GearyBRT <GearyBRT@sfcta.org> ----- Subject: Join the Geary BRT Citizens Advisory Committee Date: Wed, 6 Feb 2008 09:11:17 -0800 From: GearyBRT <GearyBRT@sfcta.org> To: GearyBRT <GearyBRT@sfcta.org> Geary Boulevard Bus Rapid Transit Join the Citizens Advisory Committee! Applications due March 4, 2008. Bus Rapid Transit on Geary In November 2003, 75% of San Francisco voters approved the Prop K Expenditure Plan, which calls for an expanded network of fast, reliable transit including BRT in San Francisco. Geary Boulevard is the key east-west transit corridor identified for BRT improvements. BRT is a package of improvements that provide fast, reliable service quickly and cost-effectively, including: a dedicated transit lane, transit signal priority, high-quality vehicles and stations, pedestrian enhancements and streetscape amenities. Environmental Study Beginning In May 2007, the Transportation Authority Board approved the Geary Corridor BRT Study and called for environmental studies and engineering. The environmental studies will identify the impacts and benefits of BRT alternatives; recommend a preferred BRT alternative for Geary; and develop strategies to mitigate impacts if BRT is constructed. Role of the Citizens Advisory Committee The Geary Citizens Advisory Committee (GCAC) will meet on a quarterly basis to advise the project team throughout the environmental study. The GCAC will provide input in refining Geary BRT alternatives; reviewing project benefits and impacts; identifying mitigation strategies; and selecting a preferred alternative. How to Apply Applications are due March 4, 2008. Visit www.GearyBRT.org to download an application or call 415.522.4800 for mailing options. Additional Opportunities We are also seeking applicants for the Transportation Authority's broader Citizens Advisory Committee (get more info <http://www.sfcta.org/content/category/2/10/170/> ), as well as the Van Ness BRT Citizens Advisory Committee (get more info <http://www.vannessbrt.org/> ). Please share this announcement with anyone who might be interested in these opportunities. Thanks... Zabe _____________________________________ Elizabeth M Bent, Principal Transportation Planner San Francisco County Transportation Authority 100 Van Ness Avenue, 26th Floor San Francisco, CA 94102-5244 v/ 415.522.4819 | f/ 415.522.4829 elizabeth.bent@sfcta.org www.sfcta.org ----- End forwarded message ----- -- John-Marc Chandonia (jmc@sfgreens.org) http://sfgreens.org/