Spring/Alameda Safety & Mobility Project

At LADOT, we work to design streets that are safe and accessible for all modes of travel. That’s why we are getting to work on the Spring/Alameda Safety & Mobility Project, an effort to fill mobility gaps for two of Downtown LA’s busiest corridors. Spring Street and Alameda Street is a crucial corridor between residential neighborhoods to the east, jobs in Downtown LA, and the central regional transit hub of Union Station.

This project will reimagine Spring Street and Alameda Street with your mobility needs in mind. But to do this, the Department needs to hear from you, Angelenos who use and rely upon this corridor, through a design survey. We want to know what you think—what’s working, what’s not, and what you’d like to see change. It only takes a few minutes, and your input will shape the final design.

This project is a key part of how we’re building a safer, more inclusive Los Angeles, with your mobility needs at the center. Take the survey and help us make Spring and Alameda streets that truly work for everyone!

Community Bike Ride Celebrates New Ave 64 Bike Lanes

Last weekend, Council District 14 and LADOT gathered with the community for an inaugural ride of the recently-installed bike facility on Avenue 64 and Avenue 63 in Highland Park. Avenue 64 is a residential street that connects the City of Los Angeles with the City of Pasadena and includes many points of interest such as Garvanza Park and popular businesses. Over the past decade, there have been 65 reported collisions on Avenue 64 between York Blvd and Church St. Of these collisions, nearly half were hit-and-runs.

Responding to these collisions, LADOT worked with the Council Office to design and implement bike lanes between York Blvd and Church St. The new bike lanes were completed in early June of 2025.

LADOT would like to thank the advocates and community partners who helped make these new bike lanes a reality, including Pilar Reynaldo, the Historic Highland Park Neighborhood Council, Jens Jonason, and Paola Guasp. We would also like to thank Pasadena DOT and the Department of Public Works, StreetsLA for their collaboration on this project.

Extreme Heat Watch Through Saturday, August 23

The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Watch in the Los Angeles region starting Wednesday, August 20, through Saturday, August 23. Mayor Karen Bass has directed City departments to take action to protect Angelenos over the coming days, including providing resources to help Angelenos stay cool.

The City of Los Angeles has hundreds of locations open for relief from the heat, including Recreation and Parks facilities and local library branches. The City has also opened the following augmented cooling centers, which will be open from 10 am to 9 pm on the days listed below:

Wednesday, August 20 – Saturday, August 23

Canoga Park Senior Citizen Center, 7326 Jordan Ave, Canoga Park, CA 91303
North Hollywood Senior Citizen Center, 5301 Tujunga Ave, North Hollywood, CA 91601

Thursday, August 21 – Friday, August 22

Pecan Recreation Center, 145 S. Pecan St, Los Angeles, CA 90033
Algin Sutton Recreation Center, 8800 S Hoover St, Los Angeles, CA 90044

Residents are advised to stay hydrated, limit exposure to direct sunlight, and be alert for signs of heat stroke. Visit the City of Los Angeles Emergency Management Department to learn more.

Angelenos are also encouraged to sign up for NotifyLA to receive heat and adverse weather notifications.

New Safety Treatment Installed on Argyle Ave

Following street resurfacing on Argyle Ave, LADOT recently closed a slip lane at Argyle Ave and Yucca St.

Slip lanes are designed so drivers can maintain speed while turning right. This type of road design increases the distance and time pedestrians are exposed to moving traffic while crossing the street, reduces visibility of pedestrians for drivers, and encourages drivers to speed. Closing this slip lane demonstrates LADOT’s commitment to prioritizing safety over vehicle speed.

Additionally, as part of this project, diagonal metered parking has been added to Yucca St in this area, including two ADA accessible handicapped spots. This additional parking will support businesses and entertainment venues in the area.

Thank You For Attending CicLAvia: Culver City Meets Venice!

Last weekend, we enjoyed over six miles of car-free open streets at CicLAvia: Culver City Meets Venice! Participants walked, biked, jogged, skateboarded, and roller skated through the neighborhoods of Culver City, Mar Vista, and Venice, soaking up the sun and enjoying a day of summer fun. Thanks to all who came out to make the 61st CicLAvia event another success! Mark your calendars for the next CicLAvia event in Historic South Central on 9/14! Learn more about CicLAvia

LADOT Begins First Phase of Peak-Hour Lane Removal

LADOT is continuing implementation of the first phase of a citywide initiative to remove peak-hour travel lanes and restore full-time parking. This initiative, directed by the Los Angeles City Council, aims to enhance safety, improve access, and support the City’s long-term mobility goals.

The specific corridors selected for Phase 1 of peak-hour lane removal are:

Alpine St, from N. Spring to Yale
Alvarado St, Northbound, from James M. Wood to 7th
Beverly Blvd, from Rampart to Witmer
Broadway, Northbound, from 2nd to 1st
College St, from New Depot to Alameda
Crenshaw Blvd, from Florence to 59th St
La Tijera Blvd, Northbound, from Thornburn to Knowlton
Melrose Ave, from Vermont to Virgil
Nordhoff St, Westbound, from Corbin to Canoga
Pico Blvd, Westbound, from Overland to Sepulveda
Ventura Blvd, Eastbound, from Farralone to Tampa
Victory Blvd, from Lankershim to Clybourn
Washington Blvd, from Vermont to Flower
Washington Blvd, Eastbound, from Redondo to La Brea and from Wellington to Crenshaw

Please be advised of construction along the above corridors as crews work to implement the new lane configurations. Visit our website to view an up-to-date map of completed work on Phase 1 street segments.

Take the Pico Boulevard Safety and Mobility Project Survey

LADOT wants to hear your thoughts on improving transportation safety along Pico Boulevard, especially for those who walk, bike, and take transit. Pico is a major street used to access jobs, destinations, and community institutions. LADOT is prioritizing safety and accessibility improvements on Pico Boulevard that include: reducing the number of travel lanes to improve driving behavior; adding a new bicycle facility to expand mobility options and improve safety for bicyclists; adding new crossings to improve pedestrian safety and access; and other street safety features.

Take the Pico Boulevard Safety and Mobility Project Survey before September 8, 2025 and let us know how you travel along Pico Boulevard and what safety improvements you’d like to see prioritized along the corridor. Participants will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win one of two $50 gift cards.

Feedback on the Spring St Mobility Project

Share Your Feedback on the Spring St and Alameda St Safety and Mobility Project

LADOT is kicking off a new planning effort to improve safety and mobility along Spring St and Alameda St. These corridors connect neighborhoods to key destinations such as LA State Historic Park, Chinatown, Olvera Street, Union Station, Downtown LA, and the LA River Bike Path – but today, there are critical gaps in the transportation network and ongoing safety concerns for people walking, biking, and taking public transit.

If you live, work, or spend time in the project area, we want to hear from you! Your feedback will guide the types of improvements we consider and help us to better understand how the street can serve the needs of everyone.

Take the Spring St and Alameda St survey before September 8, 2025. Participants will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win one of two $50 gift cards.