Sunset Dunes Park Opens Amid Controversy

San Francisco's Sunset Dunes park officially opened this weekend, attracting thousands of visitors to the formerly vehicle-accessible Great Highway, now permanently closed to cars. The park features new attractions such as a skatepark and a large tiled octopus sculpture by artist Peter Hazel, contributing to the vibrant community space designed for pedestrians and cyclists. While many celebrated the park's opening as a win for urban recreation and community engagement, others voiced concerns about increased traffic congestion in nearby neighborhoods. The park's establishment followed the approval of Proposition K, reflecting a significant shift from a major roadway to a leisure area, despite ongoing controversy and a potential recall movement against a key supporter, District 4 Supervisor Joel Engardio. Community feedback played a crucial role in the park's development, with residents divided over the complete closure of the road to vehicles. The park's future remains uncertain as officials and residents continue to navigate its impact and potential adjustments.