What is the background and context behind Slow Steiner?
Slow Steiner has grown out of
DTNA's Vision 2030 initiative
(formerly “Slow Triangle”). Grounded in the results of a series of
community workshops and surveys starting in 2022 (1,
2), efforts have been focused on improving pedestrian safety and
traffic calming throughout Duboce Triangle. Over the past year, based
on community input, particular attention has been given to Sanchez and
Steiner, and in particular, the intersection at
Duboce/Sanchez/Steiner.
Wiggle Fest
Starting in October 2023, we have started hosting a biannual Wiggle
Fest, closing Steiner to cars between Duboce and Hermann. In addition
to bringing together neighbors and building community, Wiggle Fest is
an opportunity to reflect and reimagine how Steiner could best serve
the neighborhood.
Stay tuned for our third Wiggle Fest in fall 2024!
Neighbor notes
“I have just finished physical therapy for my accident of August
18th and support Slow Steiner 100%. I am a wheelchair user who was
struck by a car at the intersection of Steiner and Duboce streets.
For the safety of many elderly and persons with impaired mobility
who live in the neighborhood (nearby Bridge Housing buildings at 25
Sanchez, 462 Duboce and 1 Church streets). I have co-pay of $90 for
ambulance and 16 therapy sessions of $15 each to address. This
dangerous intersection needs special attention.”
Michael Oluwasegun Odunikan
“I am 100% pro Slow Steiner. My mother is a resident of Bridge
Housing. She and her many friends and their families would love safe
access to the park and cafés like everyone else. They should be
afforded the same type of recreation the existing Slow Streets offer
younger and non-disabled people.”
Whaticia Patterson
“As president of the 25 Sanchez tenant’s association, I speak for
hundreds of elderly and disabled residents of Bridge Housing. I
support a Slow Steiner 100%. This would provide safer access to the
park and cafés and allow our residents the same healthy benefits of
nature and community as everyone else.”
Leesa, 25 Sanchez
“I support Slow Steiner 100%. I am a long term resident of Bridge
Housing and I use a wheelchair. I have almost been hit several
times. I’m surprised someone hasn’t been killed by Steiner, Duboce
and Sanchez.”
Bob O’Rourke, 462 Duboce
“As a cyclist and mother I very much support Slow Steiner. I feel it
will make the intersection at Duboce, Sanchez and Steiner much safer
by slowing car traffic. Slow Steiner will allow safer access to
Duboce Park for walkers and wheelchair users.”
Jolie Ginzberg, Friends of Duboce Park Treasurer
“For the past three years, I have guided walks around Duboce Park
and the surrounding neighborhood for senior citizens. One recurring
challenge that has caught my attention is the confusing nature of
the intersection at Duboce, Steiner, and Sanchez as well as Steiner
and Hermann. These intersections tend to cause confusion and
hesitation among pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers, leading to a
serious safety hazard for all. The complexity of these intersections
often leave individuals uncertain about the right of way, posing a
risk to everyone, including drivers. The peculiar layout of the
intersection makes it particularly dangerous, with cars frequently
speeding through, causing distress among the senior citizens I
accompany during our walks. In light of these concerns, our weekly
walking group earnestly advocates for the implementation of a Slow
Steiner Street to enhance the safety of our community. Your support
for this initiative would undoubtedly contribute to creating a more
secure environment for our neighborhood.”
Christina Noyes, 1 Church, Sequoia Living Hospitality Management -
Bridge Housing
“As a business owner on Steiner between Duboce and Waller, I support
Slow Steiner. I see pedestrians, cyclists, skateboarders etc risk
their lives every day due to the insane car traffic. Additionally,
it would allow safe access to the park and neighborhood for our
elderly and disabled neighbors.”
Matt Palmer, Clipper Construction
“We fully support the idea of Slow Steiner. I need to cross Steiner
Street to take my young kids to Duboce Park. The intersection at
Hermann is very dangerous, cars zip by in both directions. Cars have
low visibility of pedestrians coming from Hermann Street. Slow
Steiner would make it much safer.”
The Wong/Lau Family
“As Michael Oluwasegun Odunikan’s past [caretaker], I can assure you
that he and the hundreds of other elderly and disabled neighbors that
reside in the Bridge Housing buildings would benefit 100% from the
mental and physical benefits of being by/in a park and socializing
with the community. They deserve safe and equitable access to Duboce
Park and our amazing community” It’s mind boggling, I myself can’t
cross the intersection before 4 or 5 cars speed by.”
Laura Small
I have feelings about the possibilty of a Slow Steiner. How can I get
involved or make my voice heard?
Are you supportive of Slow Steiner? Call on the city to make it a
reality by
sending an email to city officials
(works best on mobile)
Other ideas or feedback? Reach out to us at
SFWiggleFest@gmail.com.
We’d love to hear your feedback and welcome your involvement!
