Los Angeles Prepares for the Next Olympic Games
As we eagerly await the start of the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Paris this week, Angelenos have an extra reason to be excited: our city is next in line to host the Games in 2028! This is a huge opportunity for Los Angeles, and at LADOT, we’re working diligently to prepare our City to host the world.
Hosting the Olympics goes beyond two weeks of elite athletic competition -- it’s our chance to showcase Los Angeles as a global city. For LADOT, that means improving and expanding mobility options to ensure that spectators can access events, residents can continue to get to work, school, and other critical destinations, and our city sees the long term benefits of sustainable, safe transit for Angelenos to enjoy long after the medals have been awarded.
In the run up to the Paris games, Mayor Karen Bass announced that the Los Angeles region -- including Metro and several City departments -- secured over $900 million in federal grant funding dedicated to expanding public transit, improving traffic safety, strengthening critical infrastructure, and reconnecting neighborhoods. This includes $139 million that will directly improve transportation mobility access during the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games and create lasting enhancements for communities.
The legacy of the Olympics in our city is clear. Both in 1932 and 1984, the Olympics served to propel Los Angeles into a new era. In 2028, we all can look forward to once again hosting visitors from around the world and Moving LA Forward to shine on the world stage in 2028 and beyond.
Hollywood Blvd Safety and Mobility Project Nears Completion
Construction is nearing completion on the Hollywood Boulevard Safety and Mobility Project! Over four new lane miles of protected bike lanes from Gower to Hillhurst are ready for riding. With these new lanes, it’s easier and safer for cyclists to connect to destinations like Barnsdall Park or Thai Town restaurants.
If you are driving on Hollywood Blvd, be aware that the street has been reconfigured to provide a safer experience for all road users, especially pedestrians and bicyclists who are most vulnerable during a collision. A new center left turn lane has been added to keep traffic in travel lanes moving. The center turn lane may also be used by emergency vehicles to bypass regular traffic. The new bicycle lanes are next to the curb. Drivers are not permitted to park, load, or drop off/pick up passengers in the bicycle lane. Use the park/load area and refer to posted signage for restrictions. Be aware of passing bicyclists when opening car doors and crossing the bike lane.
Over the next few weeks, crews will be adding the finishing touches to the new lanes, including painting, sign replacement, and adjustment of parking meters. Traffic loops will also be adjusted to fit the new lane alignment. ATSAC engineers will be monitoring signals to optimize traffic flow along the street.
In the meantime, the new lanes are ready to use! Learn more about the Hollywood Blvd Safety and Mobility project.
Help shape the future of Pacoima’s New Electric DASH Route
LADOT and Pacoima Beautiful are hosting a community workshop to receive community input on the design of a future LADOT Electric DASH Route in Pacoima! Join us on Thursday, July 25, 2024, at 5:00 pm where we will hear from residents on how this route may best serve the Pacoima Community.
The new route will feature zero-emission electric buses, providing an eco-friendly transportation option. In this meeting, we're looking to get community input about stop locations, local travel patterns, places of interest to ensure the route and station locations are strategically planned to best fit community needs.
This outreach effort will help finalize the new route so we can implement plans and launch service by 2025.
Please join us for this important workshop, where you can share your ideas and help shape the future of transportation in Pacoima! RSVP here.
Where: Alicia Broadous-Duncan Multipurpose Senior Center
11300 Glenoaks Blvd, Pacoima, CA 91331
CicLAvia Returns to Hollywood!
On August 18th, CicLAvia is transforming the streets of East and West Hollywood into a car-free playground from 9 AM to 4 PM. Enjoy 6.6 miles of open streets perfect for walking, biking, skating, and more. The route is open to people of all ages and abilities.
This CicLAvia will also celebrate the completion of the Hollywood Blvd Safety and Mobility Project. Come explore the new parking-protected bike lanes on Hollywood Blvd as you discover local gems, visit hubs along the route, and experience the neighborhood in a whole new way. Mark your calendars, bring your friends and family, and enjoy a day of fun and community at CicLAvia—Meet the Hollywoods!
Apply now for the Phase II of the UBM Mobility Wallet Pilot Program!
Applications for Phase II of the Universal Basic Mobility (UBM) Mobility Wallet pilot program are now open! LADOT and Metro are expanding the Mobility Wallet pilot to provide more low-income residents with transportation subsidies. This phase will select 2000 new participants from LA County to receive monthly funds for transit, rideshare, bike share and more.
Eligibility:
- Must be 18 years old
- Live in LA County
- Meet program's household annual income requirement based on Metro’s LIFE program
- Did not participate in Phase I
1000 participants in South LA and 1000 from LA county will be selected from all applications.
Applications for Phase II are open now through August 31, 2024. For full details and to apply, please visit: metro.net/mobilitywallet1
Al Fresco Dining is Going Permanent!
The City of Los Angeles’ popular Al Fresco program, a lifeline for many restaurants during the pandemic, is transitioning to a permanent program. If you have a temporary Al Fresco Use Authorization, you must apply for a permanent permit to continue to offer Al Fresco outdoor dining after July 31, 2024.
Learn about requirements, costs, and submit your application online at buildla.lacity.org/alfresco. The Department of Transportation is available to assist businesses by e-mail at ladot.alfresco@lacity.org or by telephone at 213-928-9606.
Stay Cool During Summer Heat
As temperatures stay high during summer months, keep these tips in mind to remain cool, safe, and comfortable:
- Stay hydrated and remain alert for signs of heat-related illness like dizziness, fatigue, nausea, and muscle cramps. Check in on your household, family, friends, pets, and neighbors.
- Do not leave young children and pets unattended in personal vehicles for any period of time. Cars interiors can reach lethal temperatures quickly.
- The City of Los Angeles has hundreds of cooling centers open in the form of Recreation and Parks facilities and local library branches. To find a cool spot near you, visit the Cool Spots LA map online or download the app.
LADOT bus services, including DASH and Commuter Express, are air-conditioned to keep you comfortable as you travel this summer. Additional safety tips may be found on the Los Angeles Fire Department’s website. For safety information in additional languages, please visit the City’s Heat Relief Outreach Materials.
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Transportation Photos of the Week
LADOT crews put the finishing touches on the Hollywood Blvd Safety and Mobility Project.
