EDITORIAL: SFBART's mind-boggling error compounds an already difficult situation for Lateefah Simon, who says she moved due to concerns for her family’s safety.
station. After receiving assurance her new address would still be in her district, which includes part of MacArthur station, Simon said she made the move.
“A few days ago, I was told by BART staff that my current residence is not within District 7 lines and that I must vacate my BART board seat,” said Simon in a statement last week. “I am deeply disappointed about this situation.” Simon’s ouster sparked outrage among fellow BART directors, who celebrated her leadership and questioned the circumstances of her sudden resignation. Bevan Dufty and Janice Li, who serve on the board, want to explore legal avenues to reinstate Simon.
BART’s mind-boggling error compounds an already difficult situation for Simon, who says she moved due to concerns for her family’s safety.
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