Work is well underway up and down the Expo Line Phase 2 alignment between Culver City and Santa Monica — grading, bridgework, utility relocation, etc. Here’s the latest notice from the Expo Line Construction Authority, the independent agency charged with building the line that is being funded by Measure R:
I received an email earlier this week from a rider asking about the canopies on the upper level of the new El Monte Station and whether they would afford much protection from the sun and the elements. It’s a good question — and one that Metro staff considered when designing [continue reading]
Here is a look at some of the transportation headlines gathered by us and the Metro Library. The full list of headlines is posted on the Library’s Headlines blog, which you can also access via email subscription or RSS feed. HNTB chosen as winner of 6th Street Bridge (Mayor Antonio [continue reading]
A few notes from Board of Director committee meetings the past two days: •As part of the proposed financial agreement with AEG to expand the Blue and Expo lines' Pico Station to handle Farmer Field crowds, ramps for both the existing and new platform would be widened and lengthened. In [continue reading]
Los Angeles Union Station hosted the Great California Shakeout on Thursday morning, the annual state-wide earthquake preparedness event. As per usual, the event was held to get this point across: it’s not if a big earthquake will happen in California, it’s when. The above video was taken at a [continue reading]
The ExpressLanes on the 110 open on Nov. 10, so this is a good chance to get your questions answered. And I know you have questions! Here’s the link for ordering a transponder — everyone who uses the lanes must have one — and below is the news release from [continue reading]
Here is a look at some of the transportation headlines gathered by us and the Metro Library. The full list of headlines is posted on the Library’s Headlines blog, which you can also access via email subscription or RSS feed. BRT costs less than rail but it offers less and [continue reading]
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_wP64PEPsmk[/youtube] Taste of Soul, oone of L.A.'s largest street festivals, takes place this Saturday, Oct. 20 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Running down Crenshaw Boulevard between Stocker and Rodeo Road, visitors can sample great food from local restaurants, enjoy live entertainment and check out displays by local artists. [continue reading]
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZHK-qn6uNQI&feature=player_embedded[/youtube] In the latest edition of Metro Motion, the Metro Orange Line extension is off to a great start, improving mobility through the San Fernando Valley and bringing faster travel times, improved bus and rail connections and a chance to discover the rich history and beautiful scenery of Chatsworth. Gene [continue reading]
As Tony the Tiger might say, that’s great! One less thing to do at Union Station for those headed to LAX. Here’s the news release from Los Angeles World Airports, the city of Los Angeles agency that operates LAX: (Los Angeles, California – October 16, 2012) – Tickets to ride [continue reading]
