LADOT launched its University Basic Mobility Pilot, yesterday in South L.A to reduce barriers that restrict mobility for Angelenos. The pilot combines accessibility to current transportation options as well as new options and expanded services for shared mobility, fare subsidies through our partnership with LA County METRO, and new electric charging facilities. This program invests nearly $18 million in state and city funding to bring transportation options to South L. A and is one of the largest programs of its kind in the country.
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Program will invest nearly $18 million to bring expanded transportation options to thousands of South LA residents
Los Angeles, CA (April 26, 2022)
The LA Department of Transportation (LADOT) today launched its groundbreaking Universal Basic Mobility Pilot in South Los Angeles - one of the largest programs of its kind in the country, increasing access to transportation options for thousands of Angelenos. The pilot will bring e-bikes, shared EV cars and on-demand EV shuttle service, in addition to a partnership with the Los Angeles County…
Last week Dodger fans filled Dodger Stadium for the first home game of the season. This is the 60th anniversary of the iconic LA stadium. LADOT operations helped the opening day crowd have access to and from the stadium. For home games, LADOT encourages fans to use public transportation to get to and from the stadium on time and avoid traffic congestion. Dodger Stadium Express is free for all ticketholders and can be accessed using the Union Station service or the South Bay Service. Also, LADOT’s DASH D route will take fans to Union Station to access…
This year marks 5 years since the installation of pedestrian and bicycle safety elements on Foothill Blvd that have resulted in a 100% reduction rate in fatal collisions. This weekend LADOT joined Streets are For Everyone (SAFE), and the office of Councilwoman Monica Rodriguez to install a community-funded memorial in memory of Jeff Knopp, a father, husband, and veteran who was struck by a vehicle and killed while riding his bicycle on Foothill Blvd in 2016. This fatal collision was followed by the death of another pedestrian just 3 months…
This week LADOT along with StreetsLA, BOE, BSL, LA Sanitation, and support from Council District 14, celebrated breaking ground for Phase I of the 7th Street Improvement project. The new safety features in this project will help to improve pedestrian and bicyclist experiences and improve connectivity between modes of transportation. With collaboration across agencies, this improvement project will bring safety features such as:
transit islands, raised cycle tracks, new ADA compliant curb ramps, corner islands, micro-…
Today, LADOT joined a coalition of partners to unveil 'no idling' signs in Wilmington to prevent buses and large vehicles from running engines while waiting in a stationary position. Vehicle idling contributes to pollution and ill-health effects that result from poor air quality and is illegal within the State of California. However, historically, this issue has been difficult to enforce and prevent. It is a particular nuisance for communities in the Harbor area due to the large volume of trucks and commercial vehicles that access the Port…
LADOT is excited to announce the release of our 2021 Annual Report. We are proud of the accomplishments that we made over the course of last year as we continued to navigate the effects of a global pandemic. At every stage and in every project, we made efforts to ensure the delivery of safe and equitable transportation that is dignified and accessibl to all. This publication gives a detailed outline of the many projects and goals that LADOT was able to accomplish over the course of 2021 based on the pillars of our three-year strategic plan.
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The ribbon has been cut on the Taylor Yard Bicycle and Pedestrian Bridge! LADOT joined, Mayor Eric Garcetti, Supervisor and Metro Board Chair Hilda Solis, Councilmembers Gil Cedillo and Mitch O'Farrell, and the Bureau of Engineering to celebrate the opening of the roughly 400 foot long and 18-foot wide bridge this week.
This bridge connects Cypress Park and Elysian Park neighborhoods, two historic LA neighborhoods which have been long separated by channelization of the LA River. The bridge allows easy access for communities on the…
This week Mayor Eric Garcetti signed the speed reduction proposal that will allow for LADOT to repeal and reduce speed limit increases on dozens of local streets. This life-saving proposal will reduce speeds by 5mph on over 177 miles of city streets that had previously been increased, as required by the state to ensure enforceability.
“Nothing is more important than the safety of our residents, and we need every tool at our disposal to ensure every decision we make prioritizes their well-being,” said Mayor Eric Garcetti. “The ability to…
Over the weekend LADOT brought Play Streets to the Panorama City neighborhood. The Play Streets program enables the temporary closure of local streets to cars so that they can be transformed into spaces for play, learning, and fun for all ages. For a few hours over the weekend, young Angelenos were able to freely enjoy their neighborhood safely featuring the Box Of Play filled with fun activities like blocks, chalk, jump ropes, and much more.
Play Streets are a partnership between LADOT and community-based organizations as well as local elected…