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Now Offering Zero-Emission Deliveries

Deliveries are a part of everyday life in Los Angeles—and now, we’re making them cleaner! Over the last few months, we’ve expanded our Zero Emission Delivery Zones pilot to 30 additional locations, creating designated curbside spots for electric vans, cargo bikes, and other zero-emission delivery vehicles. By incentivizing zero-emission trips, these zones help us build a cleaner, more efficient transportation system and meet our City’s sustainable infrastructure goals.

LADOT began this effort in 2021, installing five locations to test how these zones could support sustainable deliveries. Fast forward to now, the need for smarter, cleaner curb management has only grown. By expanding the pilot, we’re helping cut down on congestion, reduce emissions, and make it easier for delivery businesses to go electric. LADOT plans to continue growing its Zero Emission Delivery Zone program with our partners at the Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator, providing data on the best locations where zero-emission delivery zones can make the most impact.

LADOT Honors Outstanding Performers

Several times a year, LADOT celebrates excellence among members of its staff by identifying Outstanding Performers. These are team members who exemplify LADOT values by performing their duties with diligence, professionalism, and distinction. Here are LADOT’s recent Outstanding Performers:

Brett Kalish, Signal System Supervisor I

Brett Kalish is a Signal System Supervisor I, currently in charge of the Traffic Signal Repair and Maintenance Division in the Valley District. Brett started as an Assistant Signal Systems Electrician 13 years ago in the construction division.

Brett acquired exceptional knowledge in TSR/Maintenance Division, receiving a promotion to Crew Chief, Signal System Electrician, and ultimately to supervisor of the emergency repair and maintenance team in the TSR/Maintenance Division.

Brett’s commitment, work ethic, and strong supervisory skills have been vital in the success of the Signal System Division. In addition to his regular duties, Brett has assisted the department in the development and the revamping of the Signal System mobile app tracking system. We congratulate Brett on consistently performing at a high level and for his dedication to the Signal System Division.

Janine Ying, Management Analyst

Janine Ying Janine's exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills have been invaluable in the Transit Bureau, particularly for transit contracts. Within a matter of months, Janine has quickly adjusted to her new role as the new "point guard" for transit contracts, quickly mastering the complex processes and possesses an adept skill at gaining agreement from various internal stakeholders on the steps needed to get to a contract award.

Janine thinks three steps ahead and ensures contracts, agreements, and task orders are in sufficient shape to gain sign-off and approval. Her adaptability, critical thinking, and curiosity brings renewed vitality to how LADOT Transit conducts business.

Janine plays a crucial role in overseeing and ensuring that the wheels of the complex world of transit contracting and procurement keep turning.

Syunik Zohrabyan, Transportation Engineering Associate II

Syunik has worked for the City of Los Angeles for 8 years, most of them in the District Operations Bureau. Syunik recently moved to Special Traffic Operations, where he has been supporting the Palisades response and recovery as well as special events.

Syunik brings curiosity, innovation, and critical thinking skills to his work at LADOT. In his previous role with District Operations, Syunik was a valuable asset in transitioning the West Valley Office to the new MyLA311 service request system. Syunik's software skills and imagination were critical in partnering with ITA to create a new architecture for the department's customer service system. He was available to work on the software development any hour of the day or day of the week, embracing the opportunity and responsibility to work well above his job class.

We are thankful to have Syunik as part of the LADOT team and deeply appreciate his dedication and creative skills that he brings to work every day, including weeknights and weekends when he continues to work on important STO events and projects.

Silva Abramian, Transportation Engineer

Silva Abramian Silva has worked for the department for 28 years in signal design, geometric design, and district operations, and now serves as the District engineer overseeing the West Valley District Office.

Silva goes above and beyond in her role, volunteering to prepare monthly reports regarding customer service requests. Silva also served as the District’s lead in the launch of the new MyLA311 system, coordinating with ITA and other departments to test the system and training LADOT employees to use the application.

Due to Silva’s management, the West Valley District Office has the lowest backlog of all six District Offices. Her willingness to step up and assist others in reducing their backlog, as well as her close monitoring of MyLA311 requests identified as emergency repairs, demonstrates her dedication to excellent customer service.

Richard Alatorre Legacy Corridor Dedicated in DTLA

This morning, the community gathered to celebrate the dedication of the new Richard Alatorre Legacy Corridor in Downtown LA. This corridor, on Los Angeles Street between Alameda and 1st, honors the life and service of former Los Angeles City Councilmember Richard Alatorre. Born in 1943 in Boyle Heights, Alatorre grew up witnessing the struggles of immigrant families striving for better lives, experiences that fueled his passion for equality and justice. This commitment to justice would lead him to become Western Regional Director of the NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund in the late 1960s.

Alatorre’s entry into politics came in 1972 with his election to the California State Assembly, where he used his influence to ensure that the voices of the Latino community were heard. In 1981, his work as Chairman of the Elections and Reapportionment Committee was pivotal in creating equitable districts that finally gave Latinos substantial political representation in the State Capitol.

In 1985, Alatorre became the second Latino in the 20th century to be elected to the Los Angeles City Council, where he represented Council District 14. His leadership helped ensure that the predominantly Latino and Spanish-speaking communities of Boyle Heights, Lincoln Heights, and El Sereno had a strong voice in City Hall. Alatorre fought to ensure that language was never a barrier to civic participation with groundbreaking legislation on translation services.

LADOT's sign shop was responsible for printing the new signs, and LADOT crews installed the signs ahead of the dedication ceremony. With this newly renamed corridor, LADOT and the City of LA honor Richard Alatorre’s life of service, vision, and unwavering commitment to justice.

Metro D Line Service Interruptions

Metro D Line Service Interruption Continues through July 25

Metro Los Angeles has announced that the Metro D (Purple) Line will be temporarily closed from the beginning of service on May 17 until the end of service on July 25. The closure is part of Phase I of the D Line Extension Project that will connect DTLA with the Westside.

During the closure, riders may use the following alternative routes:

From Wilshire/Vermont to Union Station: Stations are also served by the Metro B (Red) Line. During the closure, B line trains will run every 8 minutes from 6:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. on weekdays and 7:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. on weekends. B Line trains will run every 12 minutes beginning at 7:00 p.m. and every 20 minutes beginning at 9:00 p.m.
Wilshire/Normandie and Wilshire/Western: A Metro shuttle bus (Line 855) will connect riders between Wilshire/Vermont, Wilshire/Normandie, and Wilshire/Western. The shuttle bus will align with the B Line schedule and operate from 5:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. on weekdays, and from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on weeknights. Lines 720 and 20, which run along Wilshire Blvd, will continue their usual routes and may be used to travel between the D Line stations along Wilshire and to and from downtown LA (use 5th St heading westbound, and 6th St heading eastbound).

Both Metro B and D Line trains will resume regular schedules at the start of service on July 26. Learn more at Metro's The Source blog.