What is the Santa Monica Boulevard Transit Parkway Project?
Why is this project important?
How will construction be managed?
How long will the construction last and what is the daily work schedule?
Who is funding the project and how much will it cost?

 
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Construction Advisories (click notices for further info): Landscaping work will continue through summer 2007

    What is the Santa Monica Boulevard Transit Parkway Project?

    The Santa Monica Boulevard Transit Parkway Project is the reconstruction and reconfiguration of 2.5 miles of Santa Monica Boulevard between I-405 on the west (Beloit Avenue) and the Beverly Hills city limit on the east (Moreno Drive).

    The new boulevard will have three eastbound and three westbound travel lanes. Neighborhood access roads on the north and south sides of the main road are planned.

    The project will include a new street lighting and traffic signal system, a landscaped median, bicycle lanes and bus priority features. Additionally, the on-ramps to the northbound and southbound I-405 Freeway will be improved by adding High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) bypass lanes onto the freeway.
    Why is this project important?

    The merging of the two roadways and the railroad right-of-way will improve the vehicular level of service through the corridor.

    A dedicated bus lane in Century City will enhance bus transit operations. In addition, impressive landscaped medians and sidewalks along the 2.5 mile project will lend a unique character to the area which the community can enjoy for years to come.

    The project team meets regularly with the community to share the progress and confirm that requirements of the Environmental Impact Report are being met. The project team is available to meet individually with community groups. For a project presentation contact the Public Affairs Office (213) 978-0333.
    How will construction be managed?

    The agencies involved in this project are working aggressively to minimize adverse impact.
    We will:
    • Provide an incentive to the contractor to complete the work sooner.
    • Develop a business access and public parking plan in coordination with local businesses and neighborhood groups to maintain existing parking spaces when possible.
    • Maintain walkway and driveway access to businesses.
    • Operate street sweepers routinely to minimize dust on paved roads.
    • Install signs directing patrons to active parking locations and signs clearly identifying open businesses.
    • Suspend construction work during holiday season moratorium November 15 through January 1.
    • Work with the Small Business Administration and the Los Angeles Mayor’s Business team to provide businesses with effective business marketing strategies.
    • A City representative is available between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday at our field office: 10350 Santa Monica Blvd.
    Monthly community meetings are planned to address project issues. Click here to find out when meetings are scheduled.

    How long will the construction last and what is the daily work schedule?

    Construction of the Santa Monica Boulevard Transit Parkway is a five-phase process. Construction began March 2003. Roadway construction is expected to be completed by October 2006, while project landscaping will finish in July 2007.

    Crews are expected to work approximately 8 hours daily Monday through Friday between 7:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Occassional Saturday work is planned.
    Who is funding the project and how much will it cost?