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REVISED
EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE
JUNE 17, 2021
Preamble
Motion by:
DIRECTORS GARCETTI, SOLIS, KUEHL, KREKORIAN, AND NAJARIAN
LA River Bike Path Project Delivery
Active Transportation infrastructure along the Los Angeles River, separated from automobile traffic, can act as a spine for Class I bicycle infrastructure throughout the river's 51-mile length across the county. High-quality, protected, and separated bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure that connects communities to transit and local destinations is a part of a transportation system that reduces Vehicle Miles Traveled and Greenhouse Gas emissions. Thus, the Class I bikeway along the LA River helps meet transportation climate goals set by state legislation and the Metro Board.
Additionally, Active Transportation infrastructure provides low-cost transportation that supports public health. Protected and separated infrastructure improves traffic safety for all users and provides a safe space for users of all ages and abilities to exercise more. The LA River passes through many historically marginalized communities that Metro has identified as Equity Focused Communities.
Completing the LA River Bike Path is a goal of both the County and City of Los Angeles, and projects to do so are contained in the most recent LA River Master Plans from both the County and City, as well as the City of Los Angeles General Plan Mobility Element, Mobility 2035. Metro's Long-Range Transportation Plan and Active Transportation Strategic Plan also contain projects to complete the path.
Specifically, Metro's capital project portfolio contains three distinct projects to complete the LA River Bike Path along its length. The three projects are:
A. The LA Riverway in the San Fernando Valley, a 12-mile series of gaps along the LA River from Canoga Park to North Hollywood Studio City, is known as Complete LA River Bikepath in the Measure M Expenditure Plan. This project is entirely within the City of Los Angel...
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