CA: Operator Shortage Leads To Reduced Historic Streetcar Service in SF

Sept. 9, 2016
Muni’s historic streetcars are a hit with tourists, but a staffing shortage has made regular buses a far more common sight along the Embarcedero and Market Street.

Muni’s historic streetcars are a hit with tourists, but a staffing shortage has made regular buses a far more common sight along the Embarcedero and Market Street.

Daniel Bergerac of the dog grooming business Mudpuppies said there’s no shortage of foot traffic at his shop. However, he noted for neighboring businesses in the Castro that don’t cater to furry friends, foot traffic is down.

He’s blaming fewer tourists on fewer street cars. The E and F line trains have been replaced by buses.

Read the complete article and see video at http://sanfrancisco.cbslocal.com/2016/09/08/operator-shortage-leads-to-reduced-historic-streetcar-service/