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Governor’s Budget Earns High Marks, But Active Transportation Shutout from Cap and Trade Funds
Yesterday, Governor Jerry Brown officially unveiled his budget after days of speculation and leaked reports to newspapers. One of the highlights of the budget is how Brown proposes to spend the "Cap and Trade"* funds. Last year, the state borrowed against these funds to fill a gap in the general operating budget. This year, with $100 million "borrowed" from last year returned, the Cap and Trade allocation was a cool $850 million for projects that will improve air quality through green energy initiatives.*
January 10, 2014
Win Your Holiday Arguments: Jaywalking
(Stealing an idea from Salon, Streetsblog Los Angeles is here to help you win arguments with the beloved Car Culture Warriors in your life this holiday season. We'll have at least two more parts in this series. - DN)
December 18, 2013
Wendy in a Wheelchair: Awakening to the State of LA’s Sidewalks
Wendy, my girlfriend, is a skilled rock climber with eight years experience. Unfortunately, sometimes rocks just break.
December 18, 2013
The Movement Against the Highway Friendly Redesign of Hyperion Grows
Garcetti, LaBonge and O'Farrell promote the redesign and ask for public comment.
October 8, 2013
The Looming Disaster of the Hyperion-Glendale Bridges Re-Design
Earlier this week, Streetsblog published an article about how the Hyperion-Glendale Complex of Bridges Rehabilitation Project was giving short shrift to bicyclists and pedestrians and everyone that lived in the area. At the time, based on information provided to us by the Bureau of Engineering, I assumed that the issue could be resolved by arguing for a complete streets approach to the right people.
September 27, 2013
New Plans for Hyperion-Glendale Crossing Don’t Include Bike Lanes, Wide Sidewalks
The City of Los Angeles is moving plans to replace the Glendale Boulevard-Hyperion Avenue Complex of Bridges over the Los Angeles River near Hollywood and Atwater Village. You can read the full EIR, here.
September 24, 2013
LADOT Looking for More Partners for Walk to School Day
The city has put together an easy to use website for Walk to School week for people looking to either create or participate in a program. You don't have to be a teacher or administrator to set up a walk (although you do to set up a larger event). To register your event, click here.
September 18, 2013
Welcome to “The Avenue Hollywood”, Another Anti-Pedestrian Project
Mixed-use developments are rising all over Los Angeles, particularly in Hollywood and West Hollywood. Some buildings look better than others, though sadly none show the classic architectural spark that once existed in the early 20th century. Nevertheless, most new projects aim for common goals: sustainability and improved pedestrian infrastructure.
August 23, 2013
Open Discussion: Hey, I’m Texting Here!
"Sammy, stop!" I shout as my son pedals down the sidewalk. It wasn't an intersection that he was looking to race through, but one of the many curb-cut driveways that dot the last block between our residence and the market.
August 12, 2013
MyFigueroa! Plan for LA’s First Protected Bike Lanes Clears Environmental Review
Yesterday, the Los Angeles Department of City Planning released the Final Environmental Impact Report for the South Figueroa Streetscape Project (MyFigueroa!). The $20 million MyFigueroa! Project will bring Los Angeles its first protected bike lanes and a transit-only lane while removing some street parking and mixed-use travel lanes.
August 8, 2013