Griffith Park Adult Community Center Open House

Tomorrow, our LADOT transit team will attend the Griffith Park Adult Community Center Open House event by LA Rec & Parks. The GPACC specializes in services for adults and seniors and will have information about all the activities they offer. LADOT Transit will be there discussing the CityRide Program and other city services available. CityRide is a transportation assistance program we offer seniors age 65 and older as well as Angelenos with disabilities. Qualified participants are able to ride the CityRide bus and other available transportation services at a discounted rate. The open house is on Thursday, April 27th starting at 10:00 am.

Learn more about CityRide 

 

LADOT celebrates Earth Day With Watts Rising

Over the weekend LADOT joined Watts Rising to celebrate Earth Day. Those who attended enjoyed a fun day filled with food, music, tree giveaways, and many more activities and resources. LADOT was in attendance displaying one of our Zero Emission DASH buses. 

The Watts Rising Collaborative is made up of 40+ organizations which include LADOT, The Mayor’s Office, CD 15, and others. In 2019, the Watts Rising Collaborative was awarded a $33.25 million Transformative Climate Communities (TCC) Grant from the State of California’s Strategic Growth Council (SGC) and additionally leveraged over $160 million, to fund community-identified infrastructure projects that aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in Watts and improve the economic and public health of Watts residents. LADOT received $1.7M to fully electrify the DASH Watts route and obtained five electric bus chargers, which will result in cleaner air, less noise pollution, and a more comfortable ride for Watts.

 

Focus Group Held For The Avalon-MLK-Gage Active Transportation Corridor Project

On Wednesday, May 3rd join LANLT, Metro and LADOT for a Focus Group to learn about the proposed options for the Avalon-MLK-Gage Active Transportation Corridor project. The Focus Group will also present some of the feedback that has been collected on this project. This is an opportunity for residents to have their voices heard and give input on how their community will be impacted. The project aims to connect people who walk and bike to common locations in the community like parks, schools, and shopping centers.
 
When: Wednesday, May 3, 2023 6pm - 7pm 
Where: Fremont Wellness Center and Community Garden
7821 Avalon Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90003

Visit the link to register.

CicLAmini Coming To Watts

Next month you can join CicLAvia for a CicLAmini with a one-mile ride through Watts on Sunday, May 21st. From 9 am to 3 pm, participants can jog, ride, skate, spectate, or enjoy the route in any way that they choose. CicLAmini is a pedestrian-focused experience. There will be activities popped up all along the 1-2 mile route such as self-guided walking tours, scavenger hunts, games, art, and much more! Mark your calendar and join in on the fun!

Final Chance To Give Your Feedback For The DTLA Mobility Investment Program

The Downtown Los Angeles Mobility Investment Program (DTLA MIP) builds upon previous planning and community engagement efforts in Downtown Los Angeles to prioritize inclusive, equitable, sustainable, and healthy growth for DTLA. The DTLA MIP is a roadmap for the City of Los Angeles to invest in transportation infrastructure and programs that support a safe and reliable travel experience for all.

Over the past 3 years, LADOT engaged over 100 businesses and 600 stakeholders throughout DTLA. You or your neighbors may have participated in our on-street tabling events, surveys, stakeholder meetings, and more. The draft DTLA priority project list incorporates what we heard during this process as projects and programs that will increase transportation safety and connectivity in and around DTLA. 

LADOT is accepting any final comments you might have on the draft DTLA priority project list by email to ladot.dtlamip@lacity.org by May 8, 2023.

LADOT Now Hiring Crossing Guards

LADOT is now accepting applications for new Crossing Guards. Crossing guards keep students safe traveling to and from school and help educate and instill safe, alert walking behaviors in young Angelenos. Our crossing guards are placed at schools throughout the city and help provide experience and judgment to help children navigate a school crossing, while also increasing the visibility of their presence to drivers.

If you are interested in applying for a crossing guard position you can visit the website for the application and instructions on how to apply.

Participate in our Community Surveys:

You are the ultimate expert for your community. LADOT wants your input as we plan projects to improve the safety, sustainability, and livability of Los Angeles communities.

 

Reseda Boulevard Complete Streets Project

As part of the Complete Streets Program, the City is reconstructing Reseda Blvd to improve safety and accessibility for all. Give your feedback on the upcoming improvement and receive updates and more information on the project here.

 

Storm Damage Survey

If you experienced damages from the February and March storms, Los Angeles wants you to report it! This data will help the County in applications for State and Federal assistance for storm recovery. Take the survey to help LA learn the extent of local impacts.

Transportation Photos of the Week