Economic Development Summit Panel to Discuss Technovation in Transportation, Impacts on Development
A second panel of business leaders will be discussing the “Vision for the Future of Urban Development in Hollywood” at the 2018 Hollywood Economic Development Summit on Thursday, June 21st at the ArcLight Hollywood. The Chamber’s 24th annual event will run from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Early Bird admission rate is $50 through May 31st. Register online at www.hollywoodchamber.net/summit. The panelists will be covering the positive impacts of technology and innovation in mobility and transportation. Some of
Weekday DASH bus service to Griffith Observatory and the Greek Theatre Begin
LOS ANGELES – The City of Los Angeles will begin weekday DASH bus service to Griffith Observatory and the Greek Theatre beginning Tuesday, March 21, 2017, in an effort to improve access and reduce traffic congestion. With weekend service already in place, there will be access every day from the Metro Red Line Vermont/Sunset Station to the two historic venues, local hiking trails, and Hollywood Sign viewing. “Griffith Park is an L.A. treasure — and everyone should be able to experience the amazing natural
O'Farrell, LADOT Highlight Reduction in Collisions at Hollywood Scramble Intersection
One of the city's busiest intersections has seen significant safety benefits one year after the installation of a pedestrian safety improvement, Los Angeles City Councilmember Mitch O’Farrell, (CD13) and the Department of Transportation (LADOT) announced Monday. LADOT says there have been zero pedestrian collisions since a new scramble crosswalk was installed at the intersection of Hollywood Boulevard and Highland Avenue. The special crossing system allows everyone to enter the roadway from each corner,
All About Jobs: Ballot Measure Would be a Giant Step for L.A. Mass Transit System
A week ago, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (METRO) Board held a hearing on a proposed $120-billion plan to dramatically expand mass transit throughout the region. The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce was on hand to support the Crenshaw Northern Extension. We have pressed for this project for several years, and so were pleased that it was included in the list of projects to be funded. However, we were disappointed that it is not scheduled to begin construction until 2049. A little background for
