Share Your Feedback on Connect Del Rey

Check out our Connect Del Rey project—a comprehensive initiative to enhance mobility, safety, and connectivity in our Westside neighborhoods! In the coming days and weeks, LADOT staff will be hosting virtual and in-person meetings to share information and listen to residents provide feedback regarding plans to make streets in Playa del Rey safer and more accessible for all, whether you walk, bike, or drive.

Community input is essential to shaping LADOT projects. That’s why we are committed to providing multiple opportunities for you to engage with us at all stages of project planning and development. Through a combination of digital surveys, neighborhood pop-ups, as well as virtual and in-person town halls, our staff is able to gather your feedback as we refine and update designs to ensure it meets the needs of the individuals and communities most impacted.

Based on this feedback, we’ve learned that the Del Rey community is particularly interested in treatments like protected bike lanes, updated pedestrian crosswalks, and intersection upgrades that will make traveling safer and more accessible for everyone. I encourage you to join us for a virtual meeting on October 17th at 7pm or an in-person open house on October 27th from 11am to 4pm to learn more about these improvements and share your thoughts. You can also learn about the project online on our website. Your voice plays a vital role in shaping the final outcome of Connect Del Rey, and we look forward to your input!

CicLAvia Brings Open Streets to the Heart of LA

Last weekend, Angelenos embraced the energy of CicLAvia: Heart of LA! Over 7.5 miles of open streets were transformed into a car-free park for a day, connecting the neighborhoods of DTLA, Boyle Heights, Chinatown, Echo Park, and Little Tokyo. Participants of all ages enjoyed jogging, walking, skating, and riding, along with street games, local business engagements, and connecting with City services.

LADOT is proud to partner with CicLAvia as the organization continues to transform our City, offering residents and visitors a new way to experience neighborhoods and discover the spirit of each community. Mark your calendars for the next CicLAvia on December 8, when the event moves to the Valley!

Learn more about CicLAvia at ciclavia.org

Join Us October 13 for CicLAvia Heart of LA

You're Invited to Celebrate 54th Street Safety Improvements

Join LADOT on Saturday, October 26 in Chesterfield Square Park for a Halloween-themed celebration of the newly installed safety improvements along 54th Street! From 10am-2pm, there will be family-friendly activities and entertainment in the park, as well as the opportunity to learn more about transportation programs in the community. Bring your costumes and your candy buckets for a day of fun!

Participants can also join a slow-paced bike ride to experience the new street design. Please bring your bike, helmet, and water. A limited supply of bikes will be available to borrow. RSVP here.

New Traffic Signal in Rampart Village

Installation of a new traffic signal is underway at the intersection of Hoover St, W 3rd St, and S Vendome St in Rampart Village, replacing a pedestrian flashing beacon. In addition to the new signal, the complex three-way intersection will receive new ADA-compliant pedestrian ramps, new striping, and yellow crosswalks. These safety improvements will make it easier for students and parents to reach the nearby Commonwealth Avenue Elementary School and encourage active transportation in the neighborhood.

Theodore Bikel Square Dedicated in Mid Wilshire

Theodore Bikel Square Dedicated in Mid-Wilshire

On Sunday, October 6th, the community gathered for the dedication of the new Theodore Bikel Square at Wilshire Blvd and S Curson Ave. Theodore Bikel was an actor, folk singer, composer, civil rights activist, and union leader. As an actor, he created the role of Captain von Trapp in the original Broadway production of The Sound of Music and was nominated for an Academy Award for his performance in The Defiant Ones. Off the stage and screen, Bikel was dedicated to establishing strong representation and financial security for performing artists. Bikel co-founded the Actors Federal Credit Union, was president of Actors’ Equity, and served on the National Council for the Arts under President Jimmy Carter.

LADOT's Sign Shop created the Theodore Bikel Square signs and our Western District Engineering office coordinated their installation. We are proud to help honor Bikel’s contributions to the stage and film industries as well as his activism and union leadership.

Join Metro at the LAX First Last Mile Community Design Event

Join Metro at the LAX First/Last Mile Community Design Event

Metro is hosting a family-friendly community event on Saturday, October 26th from 3pm-5pm at the Metro C Line Aviation/LAX Station to gather input on the improvements the community wishes to see around the station.

Through prior engagement events and surveys, transit riders shared their current challenges and desired changes. This event will help select which streets are prioritized for pedestrian and wheel projects to improve connectivity, accessibility, safety, and comfort for transit riders. Food and family-friendly activities will also be free to enjoy!

Coro Fellows Visit LADOT

Last week, the 67th Class of Coro Fellows visited LADOT to hear from GM Laura Rubio-Cornejo, AGM Tomas Carranza, and Principal Transportation Engineer Carlos Rios about LADOT’s processes and the future of transportation in Los Angeles. The Coro Fellows expressed gratitude for the opportunity to learn from LADOT leadership’s knowledge and insight.

The Coro Fellows Program in Public Affairs is a full-time fellowship that prepares emerging civic leaders to shape their communities with leadership forums, real-world projects, professional placements, and more. LADOT thanks the Coro Fellows for their time and dedication to public service.

Learn More About the Connect Del Rey Bicycle and Safety Improvements

Learn More About the Connect Del Rey Bicycle and Safety Improvements Event

LADOT is excited to share an update for Connect Del Rey, one of the four projects that comprise the Westside Mobility Projects. Connect Del Rey is a neighborhood-focused bicycle and pedestrian safety project that connects Del Rey, Mar Vista, and Playa Vista along a 2.5 mile route.

Building on previous outreach efforts, LADOT will be providing a design update that includes refined plans. As we finalize these project elements, we welcome the community’s feedback, questions, and concerns.

Join us to learn more about the project at these two events:

October 17, 2024 at 7pm via Zoom
Del Rey Neighborhood Council, Land Use Committee Meeting
Meeting Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85401379040

October 27, 2024 from 11am - 4pm
Del Rey Day
Bill Rosendahl Del Rey Park
4601 Alla Road, Los Angeles, CA 90292

Learn more about Connect Del Rey on our project website. enjoy!

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