This grant marks the third major award Los Angeles County received under the SS4A program. Previous awards included $21.49 million in 2022 for safety upgrades in Florence-Firestone and $3.95 million in 2023 for safety planning and demonstration projects in Willowbrook/West Rancho Dominguez and the Antelope Valley.

Improving Safety Across Communities

The latest grant will fund safety enhancements at over 70 critical locations in unincorporated communities like Altadena, East Los Angeles, Rowland Heights, Westmont/West Athens, and Willowbrook/West Rancho Dominguez. These improvements aim to protect pedestrians and include curb extensions, high-visibility crosswalks, pedestrian-activated warning devices, refuge islands, and more.

“I am grateful to President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris for their support in awarding Los Angeles County funding dedicated to enhancing street safety in unincorporated East Los Angeles and Rowland Heights,” said Los Angeles County Supervisor Hilda Solis. “This crucial investment will not only improve our infrastructure but also play a vital role in implementing tailored solutions that address communities’ unique safety challenges. We are taking a significant step towards ensuring safer streets for all residents.”

Combating Street Racing and Reckless Driving

In addition to pedestrian safety, the grant will help support the installation of “Quick-build” solutions, such as raised curbs and barriers, to help deter street racing and reckless driving in unincorporated communities. 

“I look forward to this significant investment helping to further actualize LA County’s Vision Zero plan, especially for our unincorporated communities impacted by illegal street racing and takeovers,” said Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell. “Our ongoing work on this issue and community discussions on addressing reckless behavior on our streets make it clear that we cannot do this alone. This funding helps ensure we are doing everything in our power from an infrastructure perspective to make our roads safer for everyone.”

A Holistic Approach to Pedestrian Safety

The grant also enables the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health to expand pedestrian planning in the East San Gabriel Valley and pilot a communications program focused in areas with high traffic fatality rates. This initiative emphasizes the connection between pedestrian safety and public health, particularly in underserved communities.

“Pedestrian safety is not just a traffic issue – it’s a public health concern that disproportionately affects marginalized communities,” said Dr. Barbara Ferrer, Director of the LA County Department of Public Health. “Addressing these inequities is a vital step toward improving public health outcomes and ensuring that every individual, regardless of their background or zip code, can walk their streets safely.”

From 2019 to 2023, fatal collisions on unincorporated LA County roadways occurred at an alarming rate—one every four days, with 30 percent involving pedestrians. Many of the identified project locations lie along Vision Zero Collision Concentration Corridors, which have higher rates of pedestrian fatalities and injuries.

Working Toward a Safer Future

Supervisor Kathryn Barger emphasized the importance of these improvements in her district: “Keeping pedestrians safe and improving traffic safety are essential components that help keep our unincorporated regions thriving. In the Fifth District, Altadena residents have been vocal about their traffic safety concerns and I’ve been focused on helping identify community-driven solutions. I’m optimistic the work funded by the Safe Streets and Roads for All Grant Program will help move the needle on reducing traffic deaths in Altadena and across the region.”

The SS4A program, established under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, supports local efforts to improve road safety through $5 billion in competitive grants over five years. This year alone, the USDOT has awarded over $1 billion to communities nationwide. For more information about the Safe Streets and Roads for All Grant Program, visit the U.S. Department of Transportation website. To learn more about Los Angeles County’s Vision Zero initiative, visit Vision Zero – Los Angeles County.

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**Important Update**

The deadline to submit receipts and documentation for reimbursement has been extended to Friday, Dec. 31, 2021, at 11:59 p.m.

Click here to upload receipts related to temporary relocation (hotel accommodations, self-parking, meals, groceries, etc.), HVAC air filters or portable air purifiers. You must be an approved member of the County’s Reimbursement and Assistance Program to participate.

As of Oct. 29, air monitoring levels for hydrogen sulfide in communities in and around the vicinity of the Dominguez Channel have been consistently measured at near pre-incident levels. Air quality data collected by South Coast Air Quality Management District indicates that hydrogen sulfide levels for communities in proximity to Dominguez Channel are far below the State’s air quality standard level of 30 parts per billion.

For information on current monitoring and findings, visit South Coast AQMD’s Community Investigations page.

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In accordance with Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, Los Angeles County Public Works has undertaken a comprehensive evaluation of its policies, programs, and facilities to remove barriers to access by persons with disabilities. 

Public Works’ core value of greater inclusion aligns with the purposes and intent of the ADA and Section 504 to ensure that all its constituents, including persons with disabilities, have equal opportunity and access to its programs, services, activities, and facilities. Public Works’ ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan will provide the framework to take the necessary steps to modify and remove those barriers and plan for continued access improvements as changes are implemented and conditions evolve. Public Works has taken a multi-year, phased approach to its Transition Plan and is currently working on Phase 1. 

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