Recent Streetsblog LA posts about LADOT

Game Changer: Disabled Angelenos Win Major Concessions from City

By Damien Newton | Jul 28, 2011 | 11 Comments

Crumbling sidewalks and intersections without curb cuts are a common problem in L.A., but they’re a lot more noticeable when you’re moving with wheels. Whether it’s pushing a baby stroller, or doing some sidewalk bicycle riding, the lack of curb cuts is suddenly a major issue. While its a minor inconvenience to someone who is […]

Submit Your Questions for Jaime De La Vega

By Damien Newton | Jun 6, 2011 | 12 Comments

Our question and answer session with LAPD Sgt. David Krumer went so well, that we decided to do it again. This time, incoming LADOT General Manager Jaime De La Vega has agreed to answer ten questions (the same number Krumer answered) submitted by Streetsblog readers. As with Krumer, I’d ask everyone to remain somewhat respectful […]

Shakeup at LADOT: Jaime De La Vega Nominated as G.M. and Other Top Positions Filled.

By Damien Newton | Jun 3, 2011 | 5 Comments

Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa just announced (although Streetsblog had it first earlier today) the appointment of long-time transportation aide Jaime De La Vega as his nominee for General Manager of the Department of Transportation. De La Vega first appeared at City Hall as a member of then-Mayor Richard Riordan’s transportation team over a decade ago. He […]

Cyclists, City at Odds Over Bike Plan Implementation

By Damien Newton | May 2, 2011 | 6 Comments

Last Friday, the LADOT responded to criticism of the city’s plan to commit to environmental review many of the projects outlined in the Bike Plan. However, their response, and release of the first batch of projects that will be stalled while a review is completed, have created more anger and confusion than anything else. Despite […]

In Shock Move, Villaraigosa Taps Ed Begley Jr. for LADOT G.M.

By Damien Newton | Apr 1, 2011 | 10 Comments

(Sorry guys, I can’t help myself. For previous April Fool’s shennanigans, check out last year’s piece on Rita Robinson’s speech in New York or 2008’s announcement of LADOT’s “Be Safe or Be Roadkill” P.S.A. Campaign – DN) “The number one thing I was looking for was vision. The number two thing was love of Los […]

City Council Gives Unanimous Nod to New Bike Plan

By Damien Newton | Mar 1, 2011 | 56 Comments

It’s all over but the signing. And that’s scheduled for tomorrow. By a 12-0 vote, the Los Angeles City Council approved the Bike Plan sending it to the Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa’s desk for a signature. The Los Angeles County Bicycle Coalition and Villaraigosa have already announced the signing will take place tomorrow on the steps […]

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