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Hollywood Boulevard Safety and Mobility Project: Enhancing Community Through CicLAvia
Join us on August 18th at CicLAvia: Meet the Hollywoods to celebrate Phase 1 of the Hollywood Boulevard Safety and Mobility Project!
The Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT) has been hard at work improving the safety and mobility of one of LA’s most iconic streets—Hollywood Boulevard. Stretching from Gower Street to the intersection of Sunset Boulevard and Fountain Avenue, this stretch of road is undergoing a transformation aimed at making it safer and more accessible for everyone.
What’s Happening on Hollywood Boulevard?
LADOT’s Hollywood Boulevard Safety and Mobility Project is part of the city’s ongoing efforts to create safer, more walkable communities. The project includes the installation of new bike lanes, crosswalk enhancements, and other street improvements designed to protect pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers alike.
Construction on Phase 1 of this project is now complete! This initial phase focused on Hollywood Boulevard between Gower Street and the intersection of Sunset Boulevard and Fountain Avenue. With these upgrades in place, residents and visitors can look forward to a more user-friendly and vibrant Hollywood Boulevard.
But the work doesn’t stop there—Phase 2 is on the horizon, extending the improvements along Sunset Boulevard to Fountain Avenue. This next phase promises to build on the successes of Phase 1, further enhancing safety and mobility for all.
Celebrate with CicLAvia: Meet the Hollywoods
To mark the completion of Phase 1 and to bring the community together, LADOT is joining forces with CicLAvia for a special event: CicLAvia—Meet the Hollywoods on Sunday, August 18th, 2024.
CicLAvia is one of Los Angeles’ most beloved traditions, transforming streets into car-free spaces where people can walk, bike, skate, and explore their neighborhoods in a new way. Since its inception, CicLAvia has hosted 54 events across the city, each one offering a unique opportunity for Angelenos to connect with their community and enjoy the city’s diverse urban landscape.
This upcoming event, presented by Metro, will connect East and West Hollywood, creating a seamless, vehicle-free route that showcases the best of both neighborhoods. From 9 AM to 4 PM, participants can freely explore the area, enjoying the safety and mobility improvements firsthand.
What You Need to Know About CicLAvia
If you’re new to CicLAvia, here’s a quick guide to help you get the most out of the event:
• It’s Free: CicLAvia is open to everyone at no cost.
• All-Day Fun: The event runs from 9 AM to 4 PM, so you have plenty of time to explore.
• No Start or Finish Line: You can begin and end your day wherever you like. It’s all about enjoying the experience at your own pace.
• People-Powered Vehicles Only: CicLAvia is a celebration of people power. Bicycles, skateboards, rollerblades, and walking are encouraged, but motorized vehicles are not allowed, with the exception of motorized wheelchairs and similar devices for participants with disabilities.
• E-Bike Rules: Class 1 e-bikes with pedal-assist are allowed, as are Class 2 e-bikes with the throttle powered off. Class 3 e-bikes are welcome when pedal-assist is powered off.
CicLAvia is more than just a street event—it’s a statement about the future of mobility in Los Angeles. By participating, you’re not only celebrating the completion of the first phase of the Hollywood Boulevard Safety and Mobility Project but also supporting a vision of safer, more sustainable streets for everyone.
Looking Ahead
As we celebrate the completion of Phase 1, anticipation builds for the continued improvements along Sunset Boulevard. LADOT’s work on Hollywood Boulevard is a testament to the city’s commitment to creating a safer, more accessible environment for all who live, work, and visit here.
Join us on August 18th at CicLAvia: Meet the Hollywoods and be part of the transformation. Together, we can make Los Angeles a city where streets are not just for cars, but for people—where safety and mobility are priorities, and where community spirit thrives.
For more information about CicLAvia or the Hollywood Boulevard Safety and Mobility Project, feel free to contact LADOT or visit the CicLAvia website. We look forward to seeing you there!
Read more on Hollywood Boulevard Safety and Mobility Project, links below.
https://ladotlivablestreets.org/projects/hollywood-blvd
https://www.ciclavia.org/ciclavia_meet_the_hollywoods_24
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