Celebrating Asian American-Pacific Islander Heritage Month

LADOT is proud to join in celebrating AAPI Heritage Month. L.A. is home to many immigrant and native-born communities with roots across Asia which have made countless contributions to the cultural fabric of our city. Follow along each week as we take a tour around the city and show you how LADOT can help you visit some notable sites demonstrating L.A.'s Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage.

Los Angeles' Department of Cultural Affairs has also compiled an excellent guide highlighting AAPI Heritage Month events happening around Los Angeles. Check it out!

LADOT's New UBM Pilot Generates A Buzz

We are very proud of the successful launch of our Universal Basic Mobility Pilot in South Los Angeles. Check out some of the news coverage from the last week since our announcement of the effort to expand safe, accessible, and affordable modes of transportation options in South LA:

• In partnership with Metro, this program will provide 2000 South LA residents $150 a month to help supply all their transit needs. What you need to know about our new UBM pilot program.
  • https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2022-04-26/ladot-universal-basic-mobility-pilot-south-la-residents-transit-funds
• The launch of our new Universal Basic Mobility pilot in South L. A is really sparking ✨ some conversations about various alternative modes of transportation.
  • https://www.cbsnews.com/losangeles/news/17m-program-launches-in-south-la-to-increase-electric-vehicle-access/
• By using TAP cards, our UBM program can support transit needs for South LA residents who do not have easy access to other credit or banking services.
  • https://ktla.com/news/local-news/some-south-l-a-residents-to-get-150-per-month-for-transit-as-part-of-new-program/
• We’ve launched one of the largest programs of its kind in the country to bring more transportation options to South L.A.
  • https://www.masstransitmag.com/alt-mobility/press-release/21265679/los-angeles-department-of-transportation-ladot-ladot-launches-universal-basic-mobility-pilot
• South L.A says fare-well to car dependency with the launch of LADOT’s new Universal Basic Mobility pilot which will provide a multitude of transit options.
  • https://www.dailybreeze.com/2022/04/26/ladot-to-subsidize-transit-increase-options-for-2000-in-south-la/
• Councilmember Curren Price celebrates the launch of LADOT’s revolutionary UBM pilot program bringing expanded transit to South LA.
  • https://lasentinel.net/councilmember-curren-price-ladot-launch-universal-basic-mobility-pilot-in-south-l-a-subhead-program-will-invest-nearly-18-million-to-bring-expanded-transportation-options%E2%80%AFto-tho.html
• We’re supercharged ⚡ about the transit expansions coming to South LA with the launch of our UBM pilot
  • https://www.smartcitiesdive.com/news/los-angeles-universal-basic-mobility-pilot/622961/

Full program details are available at https://ladot.lacity.org/ubm.

CAPP Group Attends Homeless Connect Day

The Community Assistance Parking Program (CAPP) team attended a Homeless Connect Day hosted by Mike Bonin's (CD11) District at the West LA Municipal Building. It was a free event that included employment services, mobile showers, clothing, and health services to just name a few. The CAPP team was able to engage motorists experiencing homelessness seeking parking citation relief through community service. The team was also able to network with other programs for potential future partnerships.

Learn more about LADOT's award-winning CAPP program here.

Get Into Gear, Bike Month Is Here

May is bike month! This month make a plan to roll to your destinations and take in the scenic views of Los Angeles.

All month long Metro Bike will be here to help you. Metro Bike Share is offering its 30-Day Pass for just $1 with the promo code BIKEMONTH22. You can get even more discounts on Bike To Work Day on May 19th. Metro Bike Share is giving a 50% discount off of their 365-Day Metro Bike Share pass. Get it for just $75 with promo code BIKETOWORK22. You can also get a free 30-minute ride all day long on bike to work day, select 1-Ride at any kiosk, online, or in the Metro Bike Share app and enter code 051922 to redeem. The code is valid all day and can be used multiple times.

See everything Bike Metro is offering for bike month.

Participate in our Community Surveys:

You are the ultimate expert for your community. LADOT wants your input as we plan projects to improve the safety, sustainability, and livability of Los Angeles communities.

 

Osborne Path-to-Park Survey

We need your help! We’re working on improving transportation connectivity and accessibility on Osborne St. between San Fernando Road and Foothill Blvd. Get involved! Take the online project survey here to share your experiences, feedback, and ideas for Osborne Street and Pacoima.
Take the survey here.

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.

Transportation Photos of the Week

The Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT) launched a Universal Basic Mobility Pilot Program in South LA. This will provide new transportation options such as E-Bikes, shared EV cars, on-demand EV shuttles, and more. For additional details and information on this project visit: LADOT.LACity.org/CARBSTEP

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