South LA Stress-Free Connections Design Lab

Over the weekend Angelenos gathered in South L.A. for the Planning for Stress-Free Connections Network Design Lab and Tree Adoption workshop hosted by LADOT in partnership with the Los Angeles Neighborhood Initiative (LANI) and MIG.

Residents were able to help identify areas in the South L.A. neighborhood where they currently bike or walk that could use an update to help them feel safer and more comfortable during their commute. The network being looked at is one that is outlined on the Neighborhood Enhanced Network on the City's Mobility Plan 2035. Having this feedback, LADOT and the city can work to fix these stressful barriers and support those who want to walk or bike more. Participants at the workshop were also able to take home a fruit tree.

Learn more about our plan for South LA stress-free connections.

Slow Yosemite Installation Update

Repaving has been completed on Yosemite Drive and new pavement markings including bike lanes, and freshly update crosswalks are now installed between Townsend and Figueroa Ave.

StreetsLA, the Office of Councilmember Kevin de León, and community partners began working on Yosemite at the start of the year. There are more safety improvements to come such as new bicycle lanes, sharrows, updated signage.

These new and future improvements will help to reduce speeds on Yosemite Drive to create a safe and pleasant passage for all. Project completion is anticipated by 2/4/22. Please be aware of postage signage relative to street closures and parking restrictions.

LADOT Traffic Enforcement Study Advisory Task Force

The City is looking for applicants interested in improving traffic safety in Los Angeles. LADOT is developing a Community Advisory Task Force that will help recommend new policy for traffic enforcement alternatives. Committed applicants should be diverse in areas of traffic safety, public health, racial equity, mental health, and other lived expertise. Selected members will receive a modest stipend for the work they do such as attending meetings and working with the consultant on the study. The final day to submit an application is Feb 11, 2022. You may submit your application here.

CDC Updated Mask Guidelines

The CDC has updated its guidance on masks for the public saying that the most protective masks are the N95. While they do not make a special recommendation for the mask, they do say that it offers the best protection. The CDC recommends that everyone wear a mask that fits you well, and that is comfortable enough for you to wear consistently. More information is available on the CDC website.

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Central LA Network Design Lab and Tree Adoption

LADOT in partnership with the Los Angeles Neighborhood Initiative (LANI) and MIG will be hosting a public workshop to identify potential street design solutions. The workshop will be on Saturday, February 12th, from 11AM to 1PM at the Los Angeles City College For more information and to RSVP, please click here.

Wilmington Safe Streets Survey

Anaheim Street, from Figueroa St to Henry Ford Ave has had a high rate of death and severe injury traffic crashes. Since you are the expert in your neighborhood we want to hear from you. Let us know your thoughts, concerns, and ideas about how to improve accessibility and safety in the Wilmington neighborhood by taking this brief survey.

Ventura-Cahuenga Specific Plan

Now's the time to give your feedback. City Planning is asking for your help to confirm drafts created for the Specific Plan Amendment and your input on what you would like to see in the Ventura-Cahuenga Corridor. Take the surveys to help take a closer look at the sidewalks and make note of anything that can prevent safe travel along the area. Specific Plan Amendment

Western Avenue Survey

LADOT is making some critical safety improvements on Western Avenue. Take this survey and give us your feedback on how you travel this neighborhood and the best way to make it a much safer and enjoyable commute for all who use it.

Take the Western Avenue survey.

710 Mobility Hub Plan

The purpose of this plan is to improve mobility and quality of life in the heavily congested region surrounding the northern end of the 710 Freeway. Give your feedback in this survey to help identify other locations that will benefit from future Mobility Hub that will offer more transportation options for the community. Learn more about the Mobility Hub Plan here.

Transportation Photos of the Week

 

LADOT is working with communities to identify potential connections and crossings on neighborhood streets that will make walking and biking easier and stress-free.

For more information, please visit the South LA: Planning for Stress Free Connections webpage.

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