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Ballots have arrived in mailboxes. Reminder to follow the most “Common Sense” Voter Guide in San Francisco.
We look after YOU. Not special interests and the insiders.
Link Here—-> connectedsf.com/2026-voter-g…
Vote Yes On Prop 39.
Duplicate ballots mailed. Remember the old saying; Vote early, Vote often? Well, here we are. Vote YES on Prop 39 Voter ID in California. abc30.com/post/tulare-county…
ConnectedSF retweeted
Unions representing transit workers have contributed $1.9 million to the YES on RTM campaign.
Their dues revenue come from your tax dollars.
Then they recycle it into campaigns to get you to pay more taxes and to further increase their dues revenue.
Absolutely insane!
Start your day tomorrow by joining Theo Ellington’s Dogpatch and Potrero Hill Mobilization tomorrow.
The D10 Supervisor race is critical. Come chip in. And do your part to help Theo get elected this November.
Details to learn more—-> theoellington.com/potrero_hi…
We’re happy to endorse Theo Ellington for District 10 Supervisor.
Theo grew up in the Bayview and has a future vision and plan for District 10 that stands out.
A few of his top District 10 priorities include:
- Establishing a formal community and economic development plan for the district
- Moving proposed waterfront developments across the finish line
- Launching a school-to-career pipeline, so students can have clearer pathways to jobs.
Learn more about our District 10 endorsement—-> connectedsf.com/2026-voter-g…
9/10: We believe Muni is an important fabric to the continued recovery of SF. But we also believe in accountability and avoiding unnecessary bloat.
SFMTA wants to hire more (500 positions). They will be able to do so if Proposition H and Proposition RTM passes. There is no demand for these positions today. There is no incentive for them to follow through with further efficiencies if both measures pass.
10/10: Crickets Mr. Lashinsky! You’re connecting all the dots and making many of the right observations in this article.
A reminder: ConnectedSF has proposed alternative solutions to City Hall and SFMTA. Those solutions include fixing and reducing their budget. Without putting the burden on San Franciscans. Our proposed solutions would not impact current service levels.
Do we need to say more?
Vote No on Prop H.
7/10: True. It is yours and my choice to live in San Francisco (smile).
We are fine with paying our fair share in taxes. But there needs to be accountability, responsible financial management and clear outcomes before asking for more money.
Mayor Lurie used his problem-solving skills right away as Mayor. By addressing and coming to agreement with laborers in the Hotel sector.
Why couldn't he do something similar with SFMTA?
8/10: “I believe that the city can find additional funds and business-as-usual with Muni’s labor unions should end.” Full stop.
The money is in front of City Hall. The political will is not.
The result of City Hall and SFMTA not fixing the SFMTA budget. Translates to the burden being put on San Franciscans in the midst of an affordability crisis.
5/10: The City was frozen in ember for the first two years of the pandemic. Ridership significantly declined. SFMTA chose to give raises to employees.
Ridership is still below pre-pandemic levels, hovering at 80-85%.
However, this entire time SFMTA has chosen to retain staff. With the exception of letting go dozen or so employees in the Spring of 2025.
Is that responsible?
2/10: Lashinsky is correct, the fearmongering by SFMTA is not real life. He indicates MUNI might have back-up plans. If they don’t have a backup plan, they are unacceptably irresponsible. If they do have a plan, then it’s dishonest not to share it. Every well-run business has alternative solutions or plans. In case the “lead plan”goes the wrong way.
Adam writes:
4/10: It’s the 9-5, 8-6, everyday residents vs. the Unions.
Laborers can earn a fair wage and benefits. BUT they want more.
City Hall protects the unions first. Of course. 🙄
Feeling like there needs to be more focus on residents vs. unions / special interests?
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3/10: “Does not envision the city finding money elsewhere, which it always does.”
Remember Prop L (2024), “Fund the Bus?” It FAILED and we’re still running service at the same levels pre-November, 2024.
Proposition H can fail and service will run at current or similar levels as today. Don't be fooled.
1/10: *Correction: Vote No on Prop H
In Adam Lashinsky’s Op-Ed he spends most of his time artfully convincing himself, and us readers, to say NO on H. But then, defying all his logic, he grudgingly says vote yes. Let’s look at his commentary and reality, each point in turn.
Link Here—>sfstandard.com/opinion/2026/…
ConnectedSF retweeted
⭐️Election Season PSA⭐️
The Common Sense Voter Guide, looks out for you, not insiders.
Analysis:
connectedsf.com/2026-voter-g…
ConnectedSF retweeted
Are we all aware that we’re in a major affordability crisis?!
Politicians pay lip service to affordability while demanding that WE shoulder more burdens instead of taking responsibility for managing their budgets.
Enough is enough. JUST SAY NO (to H, RTM, B & CA 40).
ConnectedSF retweeted
Just now: SF Police Commission votes 5-1 in favor of Dept General Order 10.12, Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) “ for the Department to use in meeting and conferring with the effected bargaining units as required by law
Common sense prevails.
Vote Yes on Proposition 39
Why?
- Keeps voting accessible and guarantees a free Voter ID
- Increases voter participation
- Includes audits and citizenship verification
Vote Yes on Proposition 39
ConnectedSF retweeted
A Public Bank requires expensive rigorous certification, high capital startup, and huge liability subject to political pressures, risky tax payer exposure to risky lending.
Vote No on Proposition B.
Why?
- There may be significant unforeseen costs to the City in the event the Public Bank is not financially sustainable.
- The proposal gives independence to the Oversight Commissions and the Board of Directors (newly established if Prop B passes), such that the City would have limited control over the MFC or Public Bank
Vote No on Proposition B.
Vote No on Proposition B.
Why?
- There may be significant unforeseen costs to the City in the event the Public Bank is not financially sustainable.
- The proposal gives independence to the Oversight Commissions and the Board of Directors (newly established if Prop B passes), such that the City would have limited control over the MFC or Public Bank
Vote No on Proposition B.
Vote NO on Proposition B.
Why?
- The MFC is a non-depository, City-capitalized lender that cannot do what the measure promises
- The cost is large (min. $310-$460 million), front-loaded, and largely non-recoverable
- The governance and transparency structure is weaker than the YES side claims
- The list goes on
HARD NO on Proposition B
Cc: @SFNoPropB
We are heartbroken to share news of the death of former Deputy Chief Ann Mannix. She was a wonderful, caring human being. And an SFPD trailblazer.
Our team had the honor and pleasure of working with Ann on many ConnectedSF public safety projects,
Ann gave so much to the community and the people around her. Our thoughts are with her family and everyone who loved her and her daughter Katie. Rest in peace, Ann. You will be deeply missed.