Damien Newton
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Meet the new Los Angeles County Bicycle Coalition Executive Director, Tamika Butler
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Last night, the Board of Directors for the Los Angeles County Bicycle Coalition met to approve the appointment of their new executive director. This morning, via email, they introduced the bicycling community to their new leader, Tamika Butler. “I’m really proud of the process and results of the search and couldn’t be more excited about […]
The Week in Livable Streets Events
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One last big Council meeting of the year, and then things start to settle down. Tuesday – The Los Angeles City Council meets to vote on (amongst other things) whether or not to approve a project list to submit to Metro for the Call for Projects (Item 22). The list is mostly good, but it […]
Metro Presents: The Wizard of Oz
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Metro Presents showcases an exciting array of free arts and cultural programs at historic Los Angeles Union Station…. Celebrate the holiday season with a free, all-ages screening of the beloved film “The Wizard of Oz!” The screening will take place inside LA Union Station’s majestic former ticketing hall. In a nod to the film’s 75th […]
Breaking: Southwest Cities Vote to Replace Pam O’Connor with Inglewood’s James Butts on Metro Board
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Earlier this morning, the “Southwest Corridor” cities voted for a new official to represent them on the Metro Board of Directors, replacing Santa Monica Councilwoman Pam O’Connor with Inglewood Mayor James Butts. The vote needs to be ratified by the City Selection Committee when it meets in January. Assuming he is approved by the full […]
The Week in Livable Streets Events
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It’s a short week. They always are in December, but the opening of the appropriately named ARTIC station is a fun highlight. Tuesday – A group of residents tired of the dangerous conditions at the intersection of Hollywood/Hillhurst/Sunset/Virgil have formed a committee to look at some of the options to best improve the intersection. This week’s […]
6th St Bridge Job Fair & Worksource Center Opening
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Could a job building the new 6th St Bridge be in your future? Join Councilmember Huizar at the job fair! Come and learn about the resources and job opportunities available through the Work Source Center, including upcoming opportunities with the construction of the new 6th St Bridge. Representatives from the construction trades will be present […]
Ad Hoc Committee to Improve Hollywood/Hillhurst/Sunset/Virgil Intersection
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Our next meeting, on Tuesday, December 9, at 7:30pm, will feature two guest speakers: Madeline Brozen, of the UCLA Luskin School’s Complete Streets Initiative; and Ryan Snyder, of the transportation firm Ryan Snyder and Associates. We will be hearing from both Madeline and Ryan to learn more about the kinds of recommendations we could put together to […]
ARTIC Station Grand Opening
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The Explore ARTIC Grand Opening Celebration is a public event that will take place on Saturday, December 13 from 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Attendees of this family friendly event will enjoy food, music, activities, tours and giveaways. More info: http://www.articinfo.com/news-events/grand-opening-celebration
Hating on Metro Part of the Curriculum at Beverly Hills High School
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In August of 2012, Beverly Hills Highlights, the award-winning student newspaper at Beverly Hills High School, editorialized that the crusade run by the school district’s Board of Directors (BHUSD) against the subway was an expensive waste of time. After reading such a sober and well-thought-out argument, the school district leaders couldn’t help but reconsider their […]
Eyes on the Street: Where Am I?
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I admit. Usually when I’m on the Expo Line, I’ve got my face buried in my phone or an old Dr. Who book. But last week, I was staring out the window and I noticed a beautiful mural of swans on the side of a building. Doing a little digging, I discovered the mural has […]
Walk Bike Burbank After-Thanksgiving Ride to Balboa Lake
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Join our local chapter Walk Bike Burbank for the 1st annual Thanksgiving weekend ride through the San Fernando Valley to Balboa Lake. Bring along your leftovers for a picnic lunch at the Lake. Look for more information on Facebook and Twitter with details of the ride. RSVP towalkbikeburbank@gmail.com.
LALCV Just Desserts 2014
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Just Desserts is a time where we all come together to celebrate the year, and eat goodies with new and familiar friends. Please join us, and spread the word. Time: 2:00 PM – 5:00PM Date: December 14, 2014 Location: Lisa and Josh Hofheimer Home 342 S Irving Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90020 Ticket: $35 The […]