Councilmember Bill Rosendahl and the Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT) rolled out the next phase of a parking system that utilizes smartphone technology to help residents and visitors find available metered spaces in Venice Beach. Rosendahl, along with business and community leaders, made the announcement today in front of The Cow’s End Cafe on … Continue reading »
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FAA to Install Runway Status Lights at LAX
Constituents who live near Los Angeles Internatonal Airport (LAX) may have noticed a change in the flight pattern and possibly more noise near the south runway over the weekend. A spokesperson with Los Angeles World Airports says the Federal Aviation Administration began installing additional infrastructure to the Runway Status Light (RWSL) system that is currently in … Continue reading »
City Council Unanimously Approves Bicycle Parking Ordinance
Councilmember Bill Rosendahl and his Council Colleauges unanimously voted to approve an ordinance that will increase the quantity, quality and type of bicycle parking throughout Los Angeles. The Bicycle Parking Ordinance establishes bicycle parking requirements for new industrial, commercial and multi-family development. The ordinance defines two general categories of bicycle parking: short-term for retail type … Continue reading »
Rosendahl Concerned Over Rush to Approve LAX Expansion
Los Angeles City Councilmember Bill Rosendahl sent a clear message to City Planners and Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) on the proposal to modernize Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), which includes a plan to move the north runway by 260 feet. Rosendahl today asked that the City Planning Commission wait to act on changes associated with the … Continue reading »
City Launches Pedestrian Safety Initiative
The City unveiled a new pedestrian safety initiative that will replace dozens of traditional crosswalks throughout Los Angeles with a more visible design. Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa made the announcement today at the intersection of Fifth and Spring Street in downtown — the site of the first continental crosswalks. The improved crosswalk features two-foot wide yellow or … Continue reading »
LA City Council Approves Valet Parking Permit Proposal
The Los Angeles City Council approved a proposal to require valet parking operators to file a permit and adhere to a set of guidelines through a City ordinance. Councilmembers approved the Valet Parking Permit Program 13-0 and directed the City Attorney to draft the ordinance, which could take several weeks. While the ordinance is being drafted, … Continue reading »
Vista del Mar Project in Playa del Rey Moves Forward
A planned roadway project in Playa del Rey will finally start before the rainy season begins thanks to the tireless efforts of Councilmember Bill Rosendahl and City staff. The California Coastal Commission approved a Coastal Development Permit (with seven conditions) at its November 15th meeting for the Vista del Mar Bulkhead Project. This is welcome … Continue reading »