LACMA Revamp Opening Date and Oceanwide Bankruptcy Deal Move Forward

The latest Los Angeles transportation discussions center on where Metro should route the K Line’s northern extension. There are also updates on new bike infrastructure across the region and major funding decisions tied to upcoming events.

This article highlights developments from cultural venues, rail connectivity, and relief measures for recovery after recent disasters. It shows how engineering, policy, and community support shape a more connected city.

K Line northern extension: route choice and implications

The Metro board is considering several alignments for the K Line’s northern extension. West Hollywood is supporting a long, direct corridor connecting Expo/Crenshaw Station to the B Line at Hollywood/Highland.

This choice affects travel times, construction costs, and neighborhood impacts across several corridors.

San Vicente–Fairfax alignment: route, riders, and cost

• Longest option among the alternatives, tunneling nearly 10 miles beneath Crenshaw, San Vicente, Fairfax, Beverly, Santa Monica, and Highland.
• Would create a direct underground link between Expo/Crenshaw Station and the B Line at Hollywood/Highland.
• Projected to attract about 59,700 daily riders.
• Estimated cost exceeds $14 billion.
• City of West Hollywood has publicly backed this alignment, staging a rally at West Hollywood Park on February 12.

Cultural and regional infrastructure updates

The region is also advancing in cultural infrastructure and multimodal planning. In the arts sector, LACMA has announced the opening date for its David Geffen Galleries.

LACMA David Geffen Galleries opening

The gallery complex is scheduled to open on April 19. The new spaces will become a focal point for public engagement with architecture, design, and urban culture.

Bike infrastructure and protected bikeways

Streetsblog LA reports a push to expand bike networks, with updates on color palettes and protected facilities. The new green bike lane color in West Hollywood is described as muted, and several cities are preparing protected bikeways soon.

Key bike projects and regional updates

• West Hollywood’s bike facilities are evolving, focusing on safety and visibility.
• Santa Monica, Glendale, and Culver City are set to receive protected bikeways, expanding safer routes for cyclists.
• These investments support strategies to reduce vehicle miles traveled and improve access to transit hubs.

Rail connectivity and station proposals

Los Angeles is advancing its rail ecosystem. Metrolink has proposed a new station to connect the Health Sciences Campus to Union Station, aiming for better regional mobility and faster access to key centers.

Additional transit developments

• Metrolink station proposal to connect Health Sciences Campus with Union Station, expanding commuter rail reach.
• Oceanwide Plaza gains a path toward cleanup and potential sale as a bankruptcy exit agreement is approved by a federal judge.
• Streetsblog LA revisits the city’s history with monorails, connecting current transit debates to the Sepulveda Transit Corridor discussion and interest in rapid transit solutions.

Recovery, relief, and funding for future projects

As communities recover from disasters and plan for large projects, relief and funding are crucial. Palisades fire victims will receive relief from building permit fees, reducing upfront costs for affected property owners.

Funding for transportation and Olympic preparations

• Congress approved $94.3 million for Los Angeles’ 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games transportation. This reflects the federal role in event-related mobility and safety enhancements.
• Funding also supports World Cup preparations and bus stop enhancements. Transit safety improvements and the Vermont BRT line are included, showing a broad investment in regional transit resilience.

 
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