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San Francisco Chronicle
06-08-2025
- Business
- San Francisco Chronicle
Muni will beef up morning rush hour service on some downtown bus lines
Transportation officials in San Francisco will make tweaks to several Muni bus lines later this month, aiming to haul more riders downtown during rush hour. After scrutinizing ridership data and feedback, staff at San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency restored two morning trips on the 1X California Express, a peak commuter route from the Richmond to the Financial district. The trips, departing from 33rd Ave. and Geary Blvd. at 7:15 a.m. and 7:45 a.m. respectively, were slashed earlier this year as the agency confronted a looming deficit and tried to stretch limited resources. Muni will also beef up service on the 30X Marina Express, which runs weekday mornings from the Presidio to South of Market. That route will see an additional trip from Beach and Divisadero streets at 8:15 a.m. All of the new trips on these two express lines will begin on Aug. 30. Days later, on Sept. 2, Muni will adjust service on the 49 Van Ness-Mission, to alleviate crowding during the morning commute to Fort Mason. Accordingly, the agency will divert more bus trips to the busiest hours between 7:30 a.m. and 8:15 a.m., while adding three new inbound trips from Market Street and Van Ness Ave. to Fort Mason. Presenting the changes during a Board of Directors meeting on Tuesday, SFMTA service planning manager Jessica Garcia characterized them as a more efficient use of Muni's finite resources. But she noted that the agency will continue experimenting, always seeking to benefit as many people as possible. 'This is a new strategy we're trying to pilot,' Garcia told the board, 'to see how effective it is.' Barring the unforeseen, this round of changes is the third and last that SFMTA staff expect to make this year. The agency made initial trims in February — some of which it will override on Aug. 30 — followed by more dramatic cuts to downtown lines over summer.
New York Times
11-07-2025
- Politics
- New York Times
300,000 New Yorkers Could Lose Food-Stamp Benefits After Trump's Cuts
If it weren't for the pocket change or occasional slice of pizza that strangers give Jessica Garcia as she begs beside the Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan, she said she would go hungry. Many days, she still does. Social workers have encouraged her to apply for food stamps. It would be a more reliable way to feed herself. But this week she learned of a rising barrier: President Trump's sweeping new law that slashes social safety net programs will require homeless people to prove they are volunteering, working or trying to find a job to receive food benefits. 'How is that possible if you are homeless, have nothing to wear, nowhere to shower, have no paperwork on us?' Ms. Garcia, 40, said. 'How is that supposed to happen?' About three million New Yorkers rely on food stamps, and around 10 percent could lose them because of changes in the new law, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, officials say. Over the next decade, it is expected to cause 22.3 million families nationwide to lose all or some of their benefits from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, known as SNAP or food stamps, according to the Urban Institute, a nonpartisan policy research group. The law also includes about $4.5 trillion in tax cuts, many for the wealthy. 'It's just a given that a civilized society would want to take care of people who are struggling to put food on their table,' Gov. Kathy Hochul, a Democrat, said in an interview. 'To see that all unwound for the sole purpose of ensuring there was more money to give tax breaks to millionaires and billionaires is beyond unconscionable — it's cruel.' New York State and city administrators say they are still trying to understand the full implications of the law for SNAP. Preliminary data from the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance, which oversees the program, shows that some 400,000 New Yorkers may no longer be exempt from work requirements; 300,000 of them might lose benefits entirely. The fallout is expected to be wide-ranging, experts said, affecting businesses from urban bodegas to rural farm stands that rely on customers who use SNAP. Want all of The Times? Subscribe.
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
MyTek Delivers Reliable Mobile IT Solution for Concord General Contracting
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., June 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- MyTek, an Arizona-based leader in managed IT services, has successfully implemented a scalable, mobile IT and Internet infrastructure solution for Concord General Contracting, Inc. This strategic partnership has streamlined site operations, improved efficiency, and supported Concord's continued growth throughout Arizona. Concord, a company celebrating over 50 years in construction, faced significant challenges with unreliable Internet connectivity on remote job sites. Previous ad hoc solutions like mobile Wi-Fi pucks and client-supplied networks created roadblocks, including insufficient security, connectivity issues, and inefficiencies for on-site staff and subcontractors. To address these persistent hurdles, MyTek collaborated closely with Concord to develop a repeatable, secure, and portable solution tailored to their business needs. "After discussions with Concord, we identified their need for a dependable and scalable system that could adapt to their operations," stated Tim Tiller, CEO of MyTek. "Solving challenges like this is what we excel at, and we're proud to help Concord continue their growth with technology as a foundation." The solution allows Concord to efficiently deploy customized IT setups at new job sites as soon as power is available. MyTek oversees the entire process, from site-specific research and hardware management to installation and relocation between projects. This approach minimizes disruptions and ensures consistent, secure access to cloud-based software. Jessica Garcia, MyTek's Supervisor of Operations, highlighted the streamlined workflow, saying, "Now, Concord can simply submit a ticket for a new job site, and we handle the rest. We provide quotes for the best Internet options, manage all hardware inventory, and ensure seamless transitions, saving valuable time and resources." Since implementing this repeatable infrastructure, Concord has experienced multiple benefits: Real-time access to essential cloud-based applications Enhanced productivity and reliability for site supervisors and subcontractors Secure data sharing and communications at all job sites Reduced internal IT resource strain for infrastructure management Improved project efficiency and competitive bidding with immediate field access to company systems Stephanie Ross, CFO of Concord, praised MyTek's proactive approach to IT partnerships. "MyTek has supported us not only with this innovative mobile solution but also with services like cybersecurity phishing training to meet compliance for our cyber insurance policy. Their solutions are integral to our focus on streamlining operations for our next stage of growth," she noted. Ross added, "This mobile IT infrastructure is a game-changer for Concord. With MyTek's support, we're poised to handle the challenges of scaling up while staying efficient and competitive." About MyTek Since 2009, MyTek has been providing Arizona businesses with exceptional IT solutions and support. Specializing in managed IT services, helpdesk support, and IT consulting, MyTek ensures clients stay secure, efficient, and prepared for growth. With a dedication to proactive, creative solutions, MyTek leverages enterprise-level practices tailored for small and mid-sized organizations. To learn more, visit For media inquiries, please contact: Brenda Bryan The Bryan Agency Email: 396335@ Phone: (602) 561-9758 View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE MyTek Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
