Muni's Financial Crisis

Muni is facing a significant funding deficit, projected to exceed $300 million by July 2026, primarily due to the financial impact of the pandemic on ridership and overall city revenue. Since the pandemic began, ridership dropped dramatically, leading to reduced fare income and less funding from the city's general fund, which is crucial for Muni’s operations. Although federal and state funds have temporarily supported Muni, these emergency resources are running out, necessitating urgent discussions about potential service cuts. If no solutions are implemented, Muni may have to resort to eliminating popular routes and altering service schedules, potentially alienating its ridership further.