Riders on the Venice Rapid Bus Line 733 will soon experience a shorter commute. Metro just confirmed to the Office of Councilmember Bill Rosendahl that the transit agency will soon spend $6.2 million to install traffic signal priority on Venice Boulevard and speed up the 733 rapid line. The funding will also include bus shelter construction. … Continue reading »
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Metro: Traffic Control Officers to Watch Over Busy Westside Intersections
Help is on the way for people trying to navigate Sunset and Santa Monica Boulevards near the 405 freeway. Metro announced today that it is requesting Los Angeles Department of Transportation Traffic Control Officers be deployed starting Monday, August 6th at 4 locations along Sunset and Santa Monica Blvds. The officers will remain during peak … Continue reading »
Rosendahl Introduces Motion to Improve Safety at Pacific and Brooks
Councilmember Bill Rosendahl introduced a motion today that directs the Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT) to address concerns over what appears to be increased traffic accidents at the intersection of Pacific and Brooks Avenue in Venice. “The community would like to see traffic mitigation measures taken to improve public safety at this intersection,” said Rosendahl. … Continue reading »
Rosendahl Supports LAX Modernization, Opposes Runway Project
LOS ANGELES - LA Councilmember Bill Rosendahl announced his support for most of the projects proposed as part of the LAX Specific Plan Amendment Study, but opposed a controversial plan to move the LAX North Runways as much as 350 feet closer to neighboring homes. The Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) released today by Los Angeles … Continue reading »
Fourth of July Fireworks and Parades
Whether you plan on having a backyard gathering with family and friends, or you plan to soak up some sun and community spirit, there are a few Fourth of July events that have become a tradition on the Westside. 12th Annual Westchester Fourth of July Parade The theme this year for Westchester’s Fourth of July … Continue reading »
Rosendahl Announces Contingency Plan for Wilshire Ramp Closure
In an effort to mitigate emergency response issues associated with the upcoming closure of the Wilshire ramps at the 405 freeway, Councilmember Bill Rosendahl announced today that the Los Angeles Fire Department will implement several key response initiatives aimed at maintaining public safety during the closure. “We recently hosted a meeting with first responders and … Continue reading »
Rosendahl: Use California Native Plants Along Expo Phase 2
Dear Colleagues/Honorable Directors: Regretfully, I am unable to attend the June Board of Directors meeting. I did, however, wish to express my support of Director Koretz’s motion to use California Native Plants along the Expo Phase II alignment to the fullest extent possible. I would further recommend that the CEO be directed to review the … Continue reading »
