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Los Angeles City Pilot Project: Assessing Public Pedestrian Spaces

The City of Los Angeles is launching a pilot project to assess and inventory pedestrian areas within public rights of way (PROW), including sidewalks, crosswalks, and curb ramps. The project will involve:

  • Exploring new and existing technologies for inventory and assessment.
  • Gathering feedback from both public and private groups and city departments.
  • Selecting specific pedestrian areas for evaluation.
  • Choosing diverse locations throughout the city for pilot assessments.
  • Conducting thorough assessments of these areas.
  • Analyzing how this new data fits with current city systems.
  • Developing recommendations for consistently rating the condition of these assets and for ongoing data updates.
  • Reporting on the project’s progress, technology use, timeline, and budget estimates.

This initial phase will help shape the city’s future strategies and funding for PROW areas, aligning with updates to the City’s Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan as required by accessibility laws and regulations.

Your participation in this survey is vital. Your insights will guide the development of better construction, repair, and maintenance strategies for pedestrian spaces across Los Angeles. Your input will also help prioritize which repairs are made first, enhancing pedestrian facilities throughout the city.

Please take a moment to complete the survey and share your views on improving pedestrian facilities.

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Public Comment for Housing Element Rezoning Program Draft Ordinances

On Thursday, July 25, 2024, Los Angeles City Planning held a virtual public hearing for the Housing Element Sites and Minimum Density Ordinance, and Resident Protections Ordinance. More information about the public hearing can be found on City Planning’s website here. Information on the draft ordinances can be found here.

Please note that feedback gathered at the hearing will be used to inform future revisions to the draft ordinances, and no decision will be made at the hearing. In addition to the public hearing, comments and questions may also be submitted by emailing housingelement@lacity.org. Please include the applicable case number in the subject line.

As a reminder, public comment will close on Thursday, August 1, 2024.

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Upcoming L.A. Sanitation Webinars on Proposed Sewer Service Increases

The City of Los Angeles is proposing to resume rate increases for the sewer service charge that were paused in 2020 because of the pandemic. This is necessary to protect Angelenos’ public health and the environment. The City currently offers financial assistance for the Sewer Service Charge to households in need and this assistance will continue for eligible households in need through the EZ-SAVE Program.

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Stay Safe and Informed, from Mayor Karen Bass

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I was briefed earlier today by the National Weather Service about the tropical storm’s trajectory. Based on the current forecast track, our region could see scattered thunderstorms overnight, with heavy rain and wind impacting Los Angeles tomorrow and Monday morning.

SIGN UP FOR EMERGENCY NOTIFICATIONS

Tonight, our City’s Emergency Operations Center will be activated at Level 2 ahead of Hurricane Hilary making landfall. As we mobilize and prepare, Angelenos should stay safe and informed.

Stay Safe During the Storm

Avoid any unnecessary travel. If you do not need to be on the road please postpone all non-essential travel until the peak of the storm passes. Have your emergency kit and essential devices on hand and ensure that all your devices are charged. Call 911 if there is a life-threatening emergency.

Be Careful During Power Outages

Please take official weather warnings seriously. Prepare for potential widespread and unpredictable power outages. If your power goes out, report it at LADWP.com/Outages. Make sure you have a flashlight with extra batteries nearby. Do not use a candle as a light source as it poses a fire risk.

Sign up at LADWP.com/OutageAlert for updates on outages. Remember to stay away from downed wires.

Report Damages and Request Assistance

The City of Los Angeles has made additional emergency trucks available at all times, citywide to respond to storm damage. Report storm impacts like roadway flooding or mudslides through LACity.gov/Myla311 or by calling 311.

Support for Unhoused Angelenos

The Mayor’s Office has worked to open temporary emergency shelters located near areas at risk of flooding and the City has been offering transportation to shelters as a part of outreach efforts. Additional shelter will open tomorrow. For those who are unable to move, provisions including tarps and emergency blankets are being provided.

The City’s emergency response departments will be on standby to assist those in life-threatening situations.

Stay Informed

Sign up for emergency notifications at NotifyLA.org.

It’s important for all Angelenos to take precautions today to ensure that we can address the impacts of this storm.

Click here for the latest information

Thank you for doing your part to ensure that we can all stay safe together.

Karen Bass
Mayor

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Los Angeles Housing Department (LAHD) First-Time Homebuyer Program

The Los Angeles Housing Department (LAHD) has programs to assist first-time, low- and moderate-income homebuyers purchase homes in the City of Los Angeles. These programs are designed to assist first-time homebuyers with purchase assistance for the down payment, closing costs, and other costs to help eligible homebuyers realize their dream of homeownership in the City.

For more information on LAHD’s First-Time Homebuyer Programs, please visit https://housing.lacity.org/.

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