Fri May 17, 2002
What are the root causes of congestion? What are
the solutions? Roger Snoble, new CEO of the Metropolitan Transportation
Authority, is working on this and more. His actions will have a major impact on
the Westside. Planned Westside initiatives include:
Improving
bus service by creating geographic ?sectors? and improving coordination with
municipal bus operators such as Santa Monica and Culver City
Constructing
the Exposition Light Rail line
Rebuilding
of Santa Monica Boulevard from the 405 to Beverly Hills
Adding
bus-only lanes on Wilshire Boulevard to support the highly successful Rapid Bus
Adding
carpool lanes on the 405
Focusing
on smart growth and joint development
Come hear his plans!
Speaker:
Roger Snoble, Chief Executive Officer, Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority
Moderator:
Denny Zane, Principal, Urban Dimensions, and former Mayor, City of Santa Monica