The Green Line is 25 years old. Some thoughts on that.
Today, August 12, is the 25th anniversary of the C (Green) Line. Let’s pause and let the, uh, enormity of the moment sink in. If you’re sensing a certain ambivalence, [continue reading]
Metro’s Recovery Task Force issues third progress report
pdf for download here The above progress report is from Metro’s Recovery Task Force, formed this spring to develop a plan on how Metro can best serve the public moving forward from the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic. The progress report includes the 18 recommendations made thus far and the framework for [continue reading]
New dedicated bus lanes and protected bike lanes debut on 5th and 6th streets in DTLA
New dedicated bus lanes and protected bike lanes on 5th and 6th Streets in DTLA brought to you by Metro, @LADOTofficial & @MayorOfLA. Up to 80 buses per hour use [continue reading]
Progress continues on the Regional Connector Transit Project
Construction activities continue to progress on the Regional Connector Transit Project. As part of the Federal government’s Coronavirus Guidance for America, transportation infrastructure is considered an “Essential Critical Infrastructure.” Metro’s [continue reading]
Electric bus debuts on G (Orange) Line today in San Fernando Valley
Metro deployed its first zero emission electric bus on the G Line (Orange) on Monday following the completion of testing and the installation of electric bus charging units along the [continue reading]
Metro enhances reporting and tracking of sexual harassment and asks victims to always call law enforcement to report incidents
Metro is making a series of improvements to better support victims of sexual harassment on the Metro Bus and Rail system. Victims are encouraged to first call 888-950-7233 or text 213-788-2777 to report sexual harassment incidences.. Marketing began to promote the new sexual harassment message on our system earlier this month. [continue reading]
Metro celebrates the Americans with Disabilities Act 30th Year Anniversary
On July 26, 1990, President George H. W. Bush signed the Americans with Disabilities Act. The passing of the ADA marked a historical day for the ADA community, ensuring that [continue reading]
Fresh pics: Crenshaw/LAX Transit Project train testing moves north
Heads up, watch for trains! Clearance testing took place this week on @crenshawrail. The test train traveled across La Brea Avenue bridge (the flaps on the side check to make [continue reading]
Tune in to virtual scoping meetings for North Hollywood Joint Development on July 15 and 16
The City of Los Angeles has taken the first step toward environmental review of the proposed joint development project at our North Hollywood Station. An Environmental Impact Report will be [continue reading]
Updated unsolicited proposal guidance during COVID-19 health crisis
Unsolicited Proposals continue to play a role in shaping Metro amidst change and disruption. Since 2016, the Unsolicited Proposal Policy has generated dozens of ideas that reduce costs or generate revenue, streamline internal processes, and enhance the customer experience. The policy has established rewarding partnerships and expanded Metro’s adaptive capacity [continue reading]