LADOT Wins $2 Million Grant for DTLA “Code the Curb” Pilot

LADOT was recently awarded a $2 million grant by the United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) through the Strengthening Mobility and Revolutionizing Transportation (SMART) grant program. The “Code The Curb” pilot will allow Los Angeles to develop innovative tools for managing the public right-of-way through a digital inventory of curb assets and regulations in the Downtown Los Angeles area.

LADOT has the responsibility of overseeing the safe movement of goods and people throughout the city. Los Angeles streets and sidewalks support various uses and modes of transportation -- shared micro-mobility and robotic and app-based delivery services to expanded outdoor dining on streets and sidewalks.

We have been at the forefront of efforts to modernize curb space with tools like flexible smart meter parking, mobility data specification permit requirements, and zero-emission delivery zones. Through "Code The Curb" LADOT has the opportunity to develop a comprehensive database of curbs, signs, and markings that allow us to build better tools that will guide residents and vendors more efficiently and safely through our streets and sidewalks.

In receiving this grant, LADOT joins a collaboration of Open Mobility Foundation (OMF) member cities, including Seattle, Portland, San Francisco, San Jose, Minneapolis, Philadelphia, and Miami-Dade County, committed to tackling a common problem with shared technology. Through this partnership, LADOT is able to connect with peer cities to share experiences and lessons learned, pilot curbside innovations, and obtain new insights related to enhanced curb space management strategies.

The Code The Curb pilot will begin in the Summer of 2023 with the expected completion of the database at the end of the 18-month period covered by the grant.

Learn more details about the Code The Curb pilot.

Slow Streets Upgrades Make Their Way To Pico

The Slow Streets program continues to bring safety treatments to neighborhoods around Los Angeles. Last weekend LADOT crews went out to neighborhoods in Pico to install new centerline treatments and signage to promote slower driving and more active uses of the street. LA Slow Streets was established in 2020 as a response to the pandemic to give neighborhoods more space for recreation, particularly in areas that lack accessible parks and green spaces.

We are currently in Phase II of the program which includes a wider range of treatments with more durable changes to the street such as centerline gateways, sturdier signage, and traffic circles.

CicLAvia - Mid City Meets Pico Union

Gear up for a ride, roll, run or walk through miles of car-free streets. On Sunday, April 16th from 9 am to 4 pm CicLAvia is connecting the streets of Mid-City and Pico-Union, rain or shine. Come enjoy 4 miles of open streets transformed into public parks for the day. This CicLAvia event is presented by Metro and is in partnership with Accelerate Resilience L.A. This free event is open to people of all ages and abilities! Learn more about the next CicLAvia event on their website.

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.

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Reseda Boulevard Complete Streets Project

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.