San Francisco transit agency lays off managers amid budget crisis


The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) has laid off managers, including its chief strategy officer, due to a budget crisis following a recent mayoral election and leadership changes.
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Jonathan Rewers, who has served as chief strategy officer since late 2020, confirmed in a text message that he was among those laid off. He started working for the agency in 2009 and steadily rose up the ladder, serving as chief financial officer for almost two years before moving to a role overseeing the design and management of major programs.

“As the chief financial officer during the pandemic years, I of all people understand that difficult decisions need to be made,” Rewers said in a statement. “It was an honor to serve as the SFMTA’s first chief strategy officer. I felt my team accomplished a lot in the areas of innovation, efficiency, and instituting best practices throughout the organization.”

The transit agency has experienced a significant shakeup since last year’s mayoral election.

Jeffrey Tumlin, who served as SFMTA chief for five years under former Mayor London Breed, announced he was stepping down in December. Mayor Daniel Lurie, who took office in January, appointed the acting director, Julie Kirschbaum, the following month.

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