San Francisco Supervisor Joel Engardio Faces Recall Election September

A recall election against San Francisco District 4 Supervisor Joel Engardio has qualified for the ballot, with a special election scheduled for September 16. The recall effort is driven by backlash from Engardio's support of Proposition K, a 2024 citywide measure that permanently closed a two-mile stretch of the Upper Great Highway to cars, creating the Sunset Dunes park. While Prop K passed citywide, it faced strong opposition in Engardio's district, where many residents cite increased commute times and traffic congestion as negative impacts. Engardio and supporters argue the closure supports coastal dune restoration, benefits local businesses, and addresses climate change challenges, but recall backers contend he has not adequately represented district concerns. The recall campaign collected over 10,500 valid signatures, surpassing the threshold needed to trigger the election limited to District 4 voters. Engardio remains confident that voters will reject the recall, emphasizing ongoing efforts to improve traffic flow and pedestrian safety.