Portsmouth Square Improvement Project

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The Portsmouth Square Improvement Project is a Recreation and Park Department capital project to improve Portsmouth Square, a park in San Francisco's Chinatown. No budget, schedule, or additional project details have been published.AI-generated

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Sep 1, 2026
Agency update

Portsmouth Square Improvements | Notice of upcoming work in adjacent public right-of-way

Rec Park Improvements: Portsmouth Square

Construction Update: 30-day Notice Project Name: Portsmouth Square Renovation Project Description of Work: The City and County of San Francisco has hired Swinerton Builders to perform work for the project at the park site as well as in the public right-of-way at Walter U Lum, Washington, Kearny, and Clay streets...
Aug 25, 2026
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Portsmouth Square Improvements | Construction update, August 25, 2026

Rec Park Improvements: Portsmouth Square

Starting in October, crews will begin sewer maintenance and replacement under Walter U. Lum Place. Once work commences, sewer work is expected to last up to four weeks. During daytime construction hours, the roadway will be closed to vehicles and there will be no parking. The sidewalk on the western side of Walter...
Aug 19, 2026
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Portsmouth Square Improvements | Construction update, August 2026

Rec Park Improvements: Portsmouth Square

We’re pleased to report that the demolition of the pedestrian bridge over Kearny Street was fully completed on August 14. Traffic and MUNI changes related to this work have returned to normal operations. Thank you for your patience and support during this important phase of the project. Removing the pedestrian...
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Community Meeting, presentation, January 30, 2024 (PDF)

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Community Meeting, presentation, October 19, 2023 (PDF)

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Community Open House, presentation, June 2, 2026 (PDF)

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Portsmouth Square Area Existing Conditions and Feasibility Report, December 2014 (PDF)

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Rec Park Commission, attachment, Portsmouth Square Improvement Project - California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Findings: Findings of Fact, Evaluation of Mitigation Measures and Alternatives, and Statement of Overriding Considerations, January 20, 2022 (PDF)

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Rec Park Commission, Portsmouth Square – Grant Agreement and Accept and Expend, March 17, 2022 (PDF)

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Rec Park Commission, presentation, Portsmouth Square Improvement Project - Adoption of CEQA Findings and Concept Plan, January 20, 2022 (PDF)

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Rec Park Commission, staff report, Portsmouth Square - Award of Contract for Community Outreach and Conceptual Design Services, March 2, 2016 (PDF)

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Rec Park Commission, staff report, Portsmouth Square EIR – Consultant funding, December 4, 2019 (PDF)

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Rec Park Commission, staff report, Portsmouth Square Improvement Project - Adoption of CEQA Findings and Concept Plan, January 20, 2022 (PDF)

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Rec Park Commission, staff report, Portsmouth Square Improvement Project - Contract Amendment for mitigation measure reporting and compliance services, October 12, 2022 (PDF)

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Rec Park Commission, staff report, Portsmouth Square Improvement Project - Contract Award, February 19, 2026 (PDF)

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Rec Park Commission, staff report, Portsmouth Square Improvement Project - Grant Application, Accept and Expend and Grant Contract, March 19, 2026 (PDF)

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Rec Park Commission, staff report, Portsmouth Square – Award of Remaining Phases for Design Services, February 6, 2019 (PDF)

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San Francisco Arts Commission, Art Enrichment Allocation Report, September 14, 2020 (PDF)

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Workshop 1 Existing Site Conditions Board, May 18, 2017 (PDF)

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Workshop 1 Presentation, May 18, 2017 (PDF)

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Workshop 1 Site History Poster, May 18, 2017 (PDF)

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Workshop 2 Feedback Worksheets, July 13, 2017 (PDF)

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Workshop 2 Framework Station Posters, July 13, 2017 (PDF)

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Workshop 2 Old Photos Poster, July 13, 2017 (PDF)

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Workshop 2 Presentation, July 13, 2017 (PDF)

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Workshop 2 Results Posters, July 13, 2017 (PDF)

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Workshop 3 Posters, October 25, 2017 (PDF)

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Workshop 3 Presentation, October 25, 2017 (PDF)

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Workshop 4 Presentation, January 11, 2018 (PDF)

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Workshop 5, Posters, July 11, 2018 (PDF)

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Workshop 5, Presentation, July 11, 2018 (PDF)

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Current record

Field	Value	Provenance
contact.email	noah.levy@sfgov.org	reported html:sfrecpark.org · retrieved 2026-07-29 “project page contact mailto link”
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source.project_id	1166	reported html:sfrecpark.org · retrieved 2026-07-29 “CivicPlus page id 1166”
source.url	https://sfrecpark.org/1166/Portsmouth-Square-Improvement-Project	reported html:sfrecpark.org · retrieved 2026-07-29 “canonical project page URL”
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Assertion history (latest 100, including superseded)

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update.post	{'aid': '3055', 'url': 'https://sfrecpark.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=3055', 'body': "Construction Update: 30-day Notice Project Name: Portsmouth Square Renovation Project Description of Work: The City and County of San Francisco has hired Swinerton Builders to perform work for the project at the park site as well as in the public right-of-way at Walter U Lum, Washington, Kearny, and Clay streets adjacent to the project site. The project was awarded with construction that started June 2026 and a scheduled completion of July 2028. Work includes traffic control, curb ramp, sewer, sidewalk, roadway, paving, and sub sidewalk structural improvements, including all associated work beginning. A follow-up notice will be issued approximately 10 days prior to the start of work on the affected streets. Local access for residents and businesses will be maintained, but please note that traffic may be temporarily delayed at time because of lane closures necessary to perform the work. Typical Work Hours are 7:00AM-5:00PM (Monday - Friday). However, please be sure to check the posted “No Parking/Tow Away” signs for precise work hours as it may vary depending on the construction task and location. Vehicles parked in the construction zone during the posted work hours can be towed at the vehicle owner's expense. Strategies to control dust and noise will be implemented per industry standards. Contractor Contact: Kyle Simonsen - Swinerton Builders 680 Folsom St., 4th Floor San Francisco, CA 94107 24hr/Emergency: (510) 414-1705 Public Affair: Emma Wu - San Francisco Public Works 49 South Van Ness Ave., 16th Floor (415) 269-9199 chinatownprojects@sfdpw.org Thank you in advance for your understanding and cooperation! Additional Information: For project background as well as construction updates, please visit Recreation and Park Department’s project website: https://sfrecpark.org/1166/Portsmouth-Square-Improvement-Project", 'title': 'Portsmouth Square Improvements \| Notice of upcoming work in adjacent public right-of-way', 'category': 'Rec Park Improvements: Portsmouth Square', 'published': '2026-09-01'}	reported	2026-09-02	live
update.post	{'aid': '3036', 'url': 'https://sfrecpark.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=3036', 'body': 'Starting in October, crews will begin sewer maintenance and replacement under Walter U. Lum Place. Once work commences, sewer work is expected to last up to four weeks. During daytime construction hours, the roadway will be closed to vehicles and there will be no parking. The sidewalk on the western side of Walter U. Lum Place will remain open throughout construction and local businesses will remain available to pedestrians. Once work begins, expect work vehicles in the roadway, lane closures, slow traffic, and temporary “No Parking \| Tow Away” restrictions near the work area. Please follow directions from flaggers and all posted signage. For concerns related to tickets or towing, please call 311. We will share more specific information about the expected start date once those details are available. 💬 Have questions or concerns? Feel free to contact the project manager: Noah Levy 📧 noah.levy@sfgov.org 📞 628-652-6633 Please visit the project page at: Portsmouth Square Improvement Project', 'title': 'Portsmouth Square Improvements \| Construction update, August 25, 2026', 'category': 'Rec Park Improvements: Portsmouth Square', 'published': '2026-08-25'}	reported	2026-08-26	live
update.post	{'aid': '3025', 'url': 'https://sfrecpark.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=3025', 'body': 'We’re pleased to report that the demolition of the pedestrian bridge over Kearny Street was fully completed on August 14. Traffic and MUNI changes related to this work have returned to normal operations. Thank you for your patience and support during this important phase of the project. Removing the pedestrian bridge allowed us to add 20,000 square feet more usable pedestrian space to the park than it had prior to the renovation. It also creates brighter streets, clearer views, and stronger connections between the park and the neighborhood. 💬 Have questions or concerns? Feel free to contact the project manager: Noah Levy 📧 noah.levy@sfgov.org 📞 628-652-6633 Please visit the project page at: Portsmouth Square Improvement Project', 'title': 'Portsmouth Square Improvements \| Construction update, August 2026', 'category': 'Rec Park Improvements: Portsmouth Square', 'published': '2026-08-19'}	reported	2026-08-20	live
update.post	{'aid': '3014', 'url': 'https://sfrecpark.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=3014', 'body': 'Demolition of the Kearny Street pedestrian bridge is on schedule and nearing completion. Last weekend marked the second and final weekend of full closures of Kearny Street between Clay and Washington streets. Crews have now completely removed the sections of the pedestrian bridge that were over Kearny and connecting to the Hilton Hotel. With this work completed, the Hilton reopened this week as scheduled. Crews are working now to remove the last remaining section of the bridge on the park-side of Kearny. Full closures of Kearny for bridge work are now complete. There will be partial closures this week until remaining demolition work is finished. These partial closures are scheduled to continue through Saturday, August 15. KEARNY STREET TRAFFIC AND MUNI CHANGES Between Clay and Washington streets \| Monday, August 10 – Saturday, August 15 WHAT TO EXPECT: PARTIAL CLOSURE \| AUGUST 10-15 Two west-side lanes and the park-side sidewalk may be closed. Two east-side lanes will remain open. Drivers may use the designated detour routes to avoid congestion. Portsmouth Square Garage will be open. Muni service and regular stops will remain unchanged. Local business access will remain available on the east side of Kearny Street between Clay and Merchant streets. PLAN AHEAD Electronic message signs will guide drivers at the northwest corners of Kearny/Post and Kearny/California, and the northeast corner of Clay/Waverly. Additional signs, traffic control officers and flaggers will help direct all road users. Follow posted signs and allow extra travel time. Traffic and transit reroutes are subject to change. Check SFMTA.com/gochinatown for the latest information before traveling. 💬 Have questions or concerns? Feel free to contact the project manager: Noah Levy 📧 noah.levy@sfgov.org 📞 628-652-6633 Please visit the project page at: Portsmouth Square Improvement Project', 'title': 'Portsmouth Square Improvements \| REMINDER: Partial Closures of Kearny Street Continue This Week', 'category': 'Rec Park Improvements: Portsmouth Square', 'published': '2026-08-12'}	reported	2026-08-13	retracted
update.post	{'aid': '3009', 'url': 'https://sfrecpark.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=3009', 'body': 'Demolition of the Kearny Street pedestrian bridge is on schedule and making great progress. Last weekend marked the first of two consecutive weekends of full closures of Kearny Street between Clay and Washington streets. During last weekend’s full closure, crews were able to completely remove the section of the pedestrian bridge over Kearny. Work has turned now to removing the portions of the bridge connecting to the Hilton Hotel and on the park side of Kearny. The second of the two full closures of Kearny will be this weekend. KEARNY STREET TRAFFIC AND MUNI CHANGES Between Clay and Washington streets \| Monday, August 3 – Saturday, August 15 WHAT TO EXPECT: FULL CLOSURE \| AUGUST 8-9 Kearny Street will be closed between Clay and Washington from August 8, 1:00 a.m. to August 10, 5:00 a.m. Local business access will remain available on the east side of Kearny Street between Clay and Merchant streets. Portsmouth Square Garage will close at midnight at the end of regular daily hours on August 7. The garage will remain fully closed from August 8, 12:00 a.m. through August 10, 5:00 a.m. During the closure period, there will be no vehicular access to the garage, either to enter or exit. Cars parked in the garage after hours on August 7 will be unavailable until the garage reopens on August 10, 5:00 a.m. PARTIAL CLOSURE \| AUGUST 3-7 and AUGUST 10-15 Kearny Street will be open with at least two lanes. Drivers may use the designated detour routes to avoid congestion. Portsmouth Square Garage will be open. Aug. 10–15: Two west-side lanes and the park-side sidewalk may close if additional time is needed to remove the bridge support. Two east-side lanes will remain open. Muni service and regular stops will remain unchanged. PLAN AHEAD Electronic message signs will guide drivers at the northwest corners of Kearny/Post and Kearny/California, and the northeast corner of Clay/Waverly. Additional signs, traffic control officers and flaggers will help direct all road users. Follow posted signs and allow extra travel time. Traffic and transit reroutes are subject to change. Check SFMTA.com/gochinatown for the latest information before traveling. 💬 Have questions or concerns? Feel free to contact the project manager: Noah Levy 📧 noah.levy@sfgov.org 📞 628-652-6633 Please visit the project page at: Portsmouth Square Improvement Project', 'title': 'Portsmouth Square Improvements \| REMINDER: Kearny Street Traffic and Muni Changes Continue This Week', 'category': 'Rec Park Improvements: Portsmouth Square', 'published': '2026-08-04'}	reported	2026-08-05	retracted
document.link	{'url': 'https://sfrecpark.org/DocumentCenter/View/29517/260602_Portsmouth-Square-Open-House-Presentation', 'title': 'Community Open House, presentation, June 2, 2026 (PDF)', 'doc_id': '29517'}	reported	2026-07-31	live
document.link	{'url': 'https://sfrecpark.org/DocumentCenter/View/28523/Item-5d-Staff-Report-Portsmouth-Specified-Grant-and-Attachments-031926', 'title': 'Rec Park Commission, staff report, Portsmouth Square Improvement Project - Grant Application, Accept and Expend and Grant Contract, March 19, 2026 (PDF)', 'doc_id': '28523'}	reported	2026-07-31	live
document.link	{'url': 'https://sfrecpark.org/DocumentCenter/View/28268/Item-7-Portsmouth-Square-Contract-Award-Staff-Report-021926', 'title': 'Rec Park Commission, staff report, Portsmouth Square Improvement Project - Contract Award, February 19, 2026 (PDF)', 'doc_id': '28268'}	reported	2026-07-31	live
document.link	{'url': 'https://sfrecpark.org/DocumentCenter/View/25548/San-Francisco-Arts-Commission-September-14-2020-Art-Enrichment-Allocation-report', 'title': 'San Francisco Arts Commission, Art Enrichment Allocation Report, September 14, 2020 (PDF)', 'doc_id': '25548'}	reported	2026-07-31	live
document.link	{'url': 'https://sfrecpark.org/DocumentCenter/View/22929/240130_Clearstory_Portsmouth-Square_Community-Meeting', 'title': 'Community Meeting, presentation, January 30, 2024 (PDF)', 'doc_id': '22929'}	reported	2026-07-31	live
document.link	{'url': 'https://sfrecpark.org/DocumentCenter/View/21639/231019_Clearstory_Portsmouth-Square_Community-Meeting', 'title': 'Community Meeting, presentation, October 19, 2023 (PDF)', 'doc_id': '21639'}	reported	2026-07-31	live
document.link	{'url': 'https://sfrecpark.org/DocumentCenter/View/19045/Item-6f-221012-Staff-Report-Portsmouth-Square-Contract-Amendment-102022', 'title': 'Rec Park Commission, staff report, Portsmouth Square Improvement Project - Contract Amendment for mitigation measure reporting and compliance services, October 12, 2022 (PDF)', 'doc_id': '19045'}	reported	2026-07-31	live
document.link	{'url': 'https://sfrecpark.org/DocumentCenter/View/18069/Item-5d-Portsmouth-Square-LWCF-Grant-Staff-Report-031722', 'title': 'Rec Park Commission, Portsmouth Square – Grant Agreement and Accept and Expend, March 17, 2022 (PDF)', 'doc_id': '18069'}	reported	2026-07-31	live
document.link	{'url': 'https://sfrecpark.org/DocumentCenter/View/17749/Item-12-Portsmouth-Square_3-Attachment-B_CEQA-Findings-Statement-of-OC-MMRP', 'title': 'Rec Park Commission, attachment, Portsmouth Square Improvement Project - California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Findings: Findings of Fact, Evaluation of Mitigation Measures and Alternatives, and Statement of Overriding Considerations, January 20, 2022 (PDF)', 'doc_id': '17749'}	reported	2026-07-31	live
document.link	{'url': 'https://sfrecpark.org/DocumentCenter/View/17734/Item-12-Portsmouth-Square_2-Attachment-A_Concept-Plan-012022', 'title': 'Rec Park Commission, presentation, Portsmouth Square Improvement Project - Adoption of CEQA Findings and Concept Plan, January 20, 2022 (PDF)', 'doc_id': '17734'}	reported	2026-07-31	live
document.link	{'url': 'https://sfrecpark.org/DocumentCenter/View/17733/Item-12-Portsmouth-Square_1-Staff-Report-012022', 'title': 'Rec Park Commission, staff report, Portsmouth Square Improvement Project - Adoption of CEQA Findings and Concept Plan, January 20, 2022 (PDF)', 'doc_id': '17733'}	reported	2026-07-31	live
document.link	{'url': 'https://sfrecpark.org/DocumentCenter/View/10938/Item-5G-Portsmouth-Square-Renovation-Award-of-Design-Services-Contract-Phase-1-031716', 'title': 'Rec Park Commission, staff report, Portsmouth Square - Award of Contract for Community Outreach and Conceptual Design Services, March 2, 2016 (PDF)', 'doc_id': '10938'}	reported	2026-07-31	live
document.link	{'url': 'https://sfrecpark.org/DocumentCenter/View/8907/Item-5C-Portsmouth-Square-Design-Services-Staff-Report-020619_revised', 'title': 'Rec Park Commission, staff report, Portsmouth Square – Award of Remaining Phases for Design Services, February 6, 2019 (PDF)', 'doc_id': '8907'}	reported	2026-07-31	live
document.link	{'url': 'https://sfrecpark.org/DocumentCenter/View/8858/Item-5D-Portsmouth-Square-EIR-121919', 'title': 'Rec Park Commission, staff report, Portsmouth Square EIR – Consultant funding, December 4, 2019 (PDF)', 'doc_id': '8858'}	reported	2026-07-31	live
document.link	{'url': 'https://sfrecpark.org/DocumentCenter/View/7284/Workshop-2-Old-Photos-Poster-PDF', 'title': 'Workshop 2 Old Photos Poster, July 13, 2017 (PDF)', 'doc_id': '7284'}	reported	2026-07-31	live
document.link	{'url': 'https://sfrecpark.org/DocumentCenter/View/7283/Workshop-2-Framework-Station-Posters-PDF', 'title': 'Workshop 2 Framework Station Posters, July 13, 2017 (PDF)', 'doc_id': '7283'}	reported	2026-07-31	live
document.link	{'url': 'https://sfrecpark.org/DocumentCenter/View/7282/Workshop-2-Feedback-Worksheets-PDF', 'title': 'Workshop 2 Feedback Worksheets, July 13, 2017 (PDF)', 'doc_id': '7282'}	reported	2026-07-31	live
document.link	{'url': 'https://sfrecpark.org/DocumentCenter/View/7281/Workshop-1-Site-History-Poster-PDF', 'title': 'Workshop 1 Site History Poster, May 18, 2017 (PDF)', 'doc_id': '7281'}	reported	2026-07-31	live
document.link	{'url': 'https://sfrecpark.org/DocumentCenter/View/7280/Workshop-1-Presentation-PDF', 'title': 'Workshop 1 Presentation, May 18, 2017 (PDF)', 'doc_id': '7280'}	reported	2026-07-31	live
document.link	{'url': 'https://sfrecpark.org/DocumentCenter/View/7279/Workshop-1-Existing-Site-Conditions-Board-PDF', 'title': 'Workshop 1 Existing Site Conditions Board, May 18, 2017 (PDF)', 'doc_id': '7279'}	reported	2026-07-31	live
document.link	{'url': 'https://sfrecpark.org/DocumentCenter/View/7278/Portsmouth-Square-Area-Existing-Conditions-and-Feasibility-Report-PDF', 'title': 'Portsmouth Square Area Existing Conditions and Feasibility Report, December 2014 (PDF)', 'doc_id': '7278'}	reported	2026-07-31	live
document.link	{'url': 'https://sfrecpark.org/DocumentCenter/View/7277/Workshop-5-Presentation-PDF', 'title': 'Workshop 5, Presentation, July 11, 2018 (PDF)', 'doc_id': '7277'}	reported	2026-07-31	live
document.link	{'url': 'https://sfrecpark.org/DocumentCenter/View/7276/Workshop-5-Posters-PDF', 'title': 'Workshop 5, Posters, July 11, 2018 (PDF)', 'doc_id': '7276'}	reported	2026-07-31	live
document.link	{'url': 'https://sfrecpark.org/DocumentCenter/View/7275/Workshop-4-Presentation-PDF', 'title': 'Workshop 4 Presentation, January 11, 2018 (PDF)', 'doc_id': '7275'}	reported	2026-07-31	live
document.link	{'url': 'https://sfrecpark.org/DocumentCenter/View/7274/Workshop-4-Posters-PDF', 'title': None, 'doc_id': '7274'}	reported	2026-07-31	live
document.link	{'url': 'https://sfrecpark.org/DocumentCenter/View/7273/Workshop-3-Presentation-PDF', 'title': 'Workshop 3 Presentation, October 25, 2017 (PDF)', 'doc_id': '7273'}	reported	2026-07-31	live
document.link	{'url': 'https://sfrecpark.org/DocumentCenter/View/7272/Workshop-3-Posters-PDF', 'title': 'Workshop 3 Posters, October 25, 2017 (PDF)', 'doc_id': '7272'}	reported	2026-07-31	live
document.link	{'url': 'https://sfrecpark.org/DocumentCenter/View/7270/Workshop-2-Results-Posters-PDF', 'title': 'Workshop 2 Results Posters, July 13, 2017 (PDF)', 'doc_id': '7270'}	reported	2026-07-31	live
document.link	{'url': 'https://sfrecpark.org/DocumentCenter/View/7269/Workshop-2-Presentation-PDF', 'title': 'Workshop 2 Presentation, July 13, 2017 (PDF)', 'doc_id': '7269'}	reported	2026-07-31	live
update.post	{'aid': '2979', 'url': 'https://sfrecpark.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=2979', 'body': 'As part of the Portsmouth Square project, the demolition of the Kearny Street pedestrian bridge will require full and partial closures of Kearny Street between Clay and Washington Streets in August 2026. These temporary traffic modifications are necessary to support the efficient demolition of the pedestrian bridge and ensure public safety. For the duration of this work, expect work vehicles in the roadway, lane closures, slow traffic, pedestrian detours, and temporary “No Parking \| Tow Away” restrictions near the work area. Please follow directions from flaggers and all posted signage. For any concerns related to parking tickets or towed vehicles, please call 311. Kearny Street Full Closures, August 1-3 and August 8-10 Kearny Street will be fully closed over two consecutive weekends: Saturday, August 1, 1:00am through Monday, August 3, 5:00 a.m. Saturday, August 8, 1:00am through Monday, August 10, 5:00 a.m. During these two full closure periods, traffic and transit will be redirected using designated detour routes. The Portsmouth Square Garage will be closed both weekends. For the most up-to-date information on traffic detours and transit reroutes related to this project, visit SFMTA Chinatown Transportation Updates . Local access will be maintained for businesses on the east side of Kearny between Clay and Merchant streets. Kearny Street Partial Closures, August 3–7 and August 10-15 Kearny Street will also have partial closures during the weeks following each full closure: Monday, August 3 through Friday, August 7 Monday, August 10 through Saturday, August 15 During these two partial closure periods, at least two lanes of Kearny Street will remain open at all times, but motorists are advised to consider alternate routes to avoid congestion. The Portsmouth Square garage will be open as normal during the partial closure periods. Altogether, bridge demolition is expected to last between August 1-15. Bridge work from August 1-10 will remove the portion of the bridge that is over Kearny Street and connecting to the Hilton Hotel. The work from August 10-15 will complete bridge removal on the park-side of Kearny. 💬 Have questions or concerns? Feel free to contact the project manager: Noah Levy 📧 noah.levy@sfgov.org 📞 628-652-6633 Please visit the project page at: Portsmouth Square Improvement Project', 'title': 'Portsmouth Square Improvements \| REMINDER: Kearny St. pedestrian bridge demolition begins 7/31', 'category': 'Rec Park Improvements: Portsmouth Square', 'published': '2026-07-16'}	reported	2026-07-31	retracted
update.post	{'aid': '2997', 'url': 'https://sfrecpark.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=2997', 'body': 'KEARNY STREET TRAFFIC AND MUNI CHANGES Between Clay and Washington streets \| Saturday, Aug. 1 – Saturday, Aug. 15 WHAT TO EXPECT: FULL CLOSURE \| AUG. 1-2 AND AUG. 8-9 Kearny Street will be closed between Clay and Washington Aug. 1, 1:00 a.m. to Aug. 3, 5:00 a.m. Aug. 8, 1:00 a.m. to Aug. 10, 5:00 a.m. Local business access will remain available on the east side of Kearny Street between Clay and Merchant streets. PARTIAL CLOSURE \| July 30–31 and Aug. 3-7 Kearny Street will be open with at least two lanes. Portsmouth Square Garage will be open. Drivers may use the designated detour routes to avoid congestion. Aug. 10–15: Two west-side lanes and the park-side sidewalk may close if additional time is needed to remove the bridge support. Two east-side lanes will remain open. Muni service and regular stops will remain unchanged. PLAN AHEAD Electronic message signs will guide drivers at the northwest corners of Kearny/Post and Kearny/California, and the northeast corner of Clay/Waverly. Additional signs, traffic control officers and flaggers will help direct all road users. Follow posted signs and allow extra travel time. Traffic and transit reroutes are subject to change. Check SFMTA.com/gochinatown for the latest information before traveling. 💬 Have questions or concerns? Feel free to contact the project manager: Noah Levy 📧 noah.levy@sfgov.org 📞 628-652-6633 Please visit the project page at: Portsmouth Square Improvement Project', 'title': 'Portsmouth Square Improvements \| REMINDER: Kearny Street Traffic and Muni Changes Start Next Week', 'category': 'Rec Park Improvements: Portsmouth Square', 'published': '2026-07-23'}	reported	2026-07-31	retracted
update.post	{'aid': '2999', 'url': 'https://sfrecpark.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=2999', 'body': 'KEARNY STREET TRAFFIC AND MUNI CHANGES Between Clay and Washington streets \| Saturday, Aug. 1 – Saturday, Aug. 15 WHAT TO EXPECT: FULL CLOSURE \| AUG. 1-2 AND AUG. 8-9 Kearny Street will be closed between Clay and Washington Aug. 1, 1:00 a.m. to Aug. 3, 5:00 a.m. Aug. 8, 1:00 a.m. to Aug. 10, 5:00 a.m. Local business access will remain available on the east side of Kearny Street between Clay and Merchant streets. PARTIAL CLOSURE \| July 30–31 and Aug. 3-7 Kearny Street will be open with at least two lanes. Portsmouth Square Garage will be open. Drivers may use the designated detour routes to avoid congestion. Aug. 10–15: Two west-side lanes and the park-side sidewalk may close if additional time is needed to remove the bridge support. Two east-side lanes will remain open. Muni service and regular stops will remain unchanged. PLAN AHEAD Electronic message signs will guide drivers at the northwest corners of Kearny/Post and Kearny/California, and the northeast corner of Clay/Waverly. Additional signs, traffic control officers and flaggers will help direct all road users. Follow posted signs and allow extra travel time. Traffic and transit reroutes are subject to change. Check SFMTA.com/gochinatown for the latest information before traveling. 💬 Have questions or concerns? Feel free to contact the project manager: Noah Levy 📧 noah.levy@sfgov.org 📞 628-652-6633 Please visit the project page at: Portsmouth Square Improvement Project', 'title': 'Portsmouth Square Improvements \| REMINDER: July 30-August 15, Kearny Street Traffic and Muni Changes', 'category': 'Rec Park Improvements: Portsmouth Square', 'published': '2026-07-29'}	reported	2026-07-31	retracted
summary	The Portsmouth Square Improvement Project is a Recreation and Park Department capital project to improve Portsmouth Square, a park in San Francisco's Chinatown. No budget, schedule, or additional project details have been published.	generated	2026-07-29	live
contact.email	noah.levy@sfgov.org	reported	2026-07-29	live
source.project_id	1166	reported	2026-07-29	live
source.url	https://sfrecpark.org/1166/Portsmouth-Square-Improvement-Project	reported	2026-07-29	live
name	Portsmouth Square Improvement Project	reported	2026-07-29	live