Open Thread: Yup, Bike-Share Is Coming
Friday, the City Council formally agreed with Metro to bring over 1,000 bike-share bikes to Downtown Los Angeles as soon as "sometime in 2016." The cost of the system will be split between Metro (35%) and the City (65%). Proceeds from naming rights will go to Metro, and advertising from the bikes and kiosks to Los Angeles. If successful, bike-share will spread to North Hollywood, Hollywood, Venice, and elsewhere.
August 31, 2015
Rest in Peace, Howard Krepack
I first met Howard Krepack in the late fall of 2010. After a brief hiatus, Streetsblog Los Angeles had just "re-launched," backed by a new non-profit and with a budget so small that I was working full-time on a part-time contract that we couldn't even afford.
August 31, 2015
The Week in Livable Streets Events
While it's not technically a short week, the calendar is a little on the light side. Don't forget, we're not publishing next Monday.
August 31, 2015
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August 31, 2015
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August 28, 2015
#DamienTalks Episode 15: LADOT General Manager Seleta Reynolds on Vision Zero
Today, #DamienTalks with Seleta Reynolds, the General Manager of the Los Angeles Department of Transportation about the City of Los Angeles' recent announcement that L.A. will be a Vision Zero City.
August 26, 2015
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August 19, 2015
Scramble Crosswalks Ready for Their Star Turn in Hollywood
Responding to community concerns that the high volume of pedestrian traffic at the intersection of Hollywood Boulevard and Highland Avenue was creating an unsafe crossing, City Councilmember Mitch O'Farrell and the Department of Transportation recently announced that a "pedestrian scramble" will be installed by the end of the year.
August 18, 2015
Venice Great Streets Phase 1: Road Diet, Protected Bike Lanes, Mid-Block Crossings
(Update: While I have the term "phase 1" in my notes, I was corrected that there are no formal "phases" to the project. Right now there is only a firm plan for the transportation improvements, but will be implemented as opportunities arise, such as partnerships with community groups or businesses. They could happen before, or after, the transportation improvements. - DN)
August 13, 2015
With CicLAvia in the Rearview Mirror, Mar Vista Plans for a Pop-Up Great Street
Despite Great Streets being a signature transportation project of Mayor Eric Garcetti, throughout the city the vision, outreach, and implementation are driven by the enthusiasm of the local City Council offices. Staff in the Mayor's Office is working closely with each of the fifteen Councilmembers to create a Great Streets program that is locally-driven and Council-approved.
August 12, 2015