Los Angeles, CA
Municipality in California
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Los Angeles, CA neighborhood mitigates heat with new "cool" pavement
Pacoima, CA, a neighborhood located Los Angeles, CA, is undertaking a pavement project aimed at combating extreme heat. The project involves installing "cool pavement," which reflects sunlight and reduces the absorption of heat, thereby lowering surface temperatures. By implementing this innovative approach, the city aims to create more comfortable and heat-resilient streets for its residents.
Los Angeles, CA
United States
Los Angeles, CA Sidewalk and Transit Amenities Program converts bus stops into mobility hubs
Project partners Tranzito, Vector Media, and Black & Veatch will upgrade 3,000 bus shelters ahead of the 2028 Summer Olympics. Proposed shelter designs incorporate digital displays for improved communications with commuters and charging capabilities. Select bus shelters combine expanded shade from the sun with solar panels for zero-emissions operations. Package lockers and micromobility stations turn bus stops into vital resources for community members.
Los Angeles, CA
United States
Los Angeles, CA Good2GoBikes pilot provides micro-mobility options for public housing development
City-funded Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator (LACI) selected Rancho San Pedro based on its high reliance on public transit. Project partner Pedal Movement operates an off-grid charging hub for a fleet of 20 e-bikes and e-cargo bikes. Rancho San Pedro residents can access bikes by the hour or with monthly passes using a dedicated mobile app. This four-year pilot is funded by the statewide Clean Mobility Options program and complements a recently extended EV car share pilot in the development.
Los Angeles, CA
United States
Los Angeles, CA offers discounted Flume devices for smarter approaches to water conservation
City subsidies for Flume devices reduce the buyer's cost from $149 to $24 plus shipping. Flume is affixed to a home water meter for around-the-clock monitoring of water consumption and potential leaks. Device data are sent to a dedicated mobile app with features like water budgeting and individual appliance monitoring. The pilot program complements existing conservation incentives like a $500 efficient washer rebate and up to $15,000 in rebates for eligible turf replacement projects.
Los Angeles, CA
United States
Los Angeles, CA is launching a comprehensive $17.8 million universal basic mobility pilot
The Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT) is launching a comprehensive $17.8 million universal basic mobility pilot which includes electric vehicle sharing, an e-bike library, an on-demand shuttle, and an electric vehicle workforce training program. The LADOT is also planning to distribute mobility wallets for 2,000 residents that will provide $150 monthly payments in the form of prepaid debit cards that can be spent on a variety of transportation options.
Los Angeles, CA
United States
Los Angeles, CA is planning a stormwater capture project to add wetlands to MacArthur Park Lake
The Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks is partnering with LA Sanitation & Environment on a stormwater capture project proposal. The project involves using the MacArthur Park Lake to capture and store stormwater flows and dry weather flows from the city's storm drain system. This new wetlands system would decrease the need for potable water to maintain the lake's water level while also removing pollutants.
Los Angeles, CA
United States
Los Angeles, CA launched the largest universal child savings program in the state of California
The City of Los Angeles launched the largest universal child savings pilot program in the state of California. The city opened more than 40,000 college savings accounts with an initial deposit of $50. These accounts are available to all first-graders regardless of income or immigration status. The funding is intended solely for education costs after high school including two-year or four-year colleges, vocational schools, and trade schools.
Los Angeles, CA
United States
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Los Angeles, CA neighborhood mitigates heat with new "cool" pavement
Pacoima, CA, a neighborhood located Los Angeles, CA, is undertaking a pavement project aimed at combating extreme heat. The project involves installing "cool pavement," which reflects sunlight and reduces the absorption of heat, thereby lowering surface temperatures. By implementing this innovative approach, the city aims to create more comfortable and heat-resilient streets for its residents.
Los Angeles, CA
United States
Los Angeles County, CA initiates Therapeutic Transportation Pilot Program for mental health crises
The one-year pilot places county mental health workers at five City of Los Angeles fire stations. Emergency calls primarily dealing with mental health issues lead to pilot team responses. The parties involved in the call may be referred to treatment facilities rather than emergency rooms that are ill-suited for psychological treatment. The Therapeutic Transportation Pilot Program allows the city and county to better allocate emergency personnel and improve care.
Los Angeles County, CA
United States
Los Angeles, CA
United States
City of Los Angeles automatically issues sidewalk dining permits to help restaurants reopen safely
Restaurants operate on slim margins and it will be challenging for many of them to stay in business with reduced seating capacity. The City of LA created new options for restaurants to use sidewalks, parking spaces, private parking lots, and streets for expanded outdoor dining. LA used CityGrows to automatically issue hundreds of LA Al Fresco permits over the weekend the application was first available. Any government can copy and customize the LA Al Fresco application for free.
Los Angeles, CA
United States