Street Talk Newsletter

STREET TALK
February 29, 2016
From the desk of
Nazario Sauceda, Director
Eric Garcetti
Mayor
Bureau of Street Services
BSS Completes Sunset Beautification Project
BSS recently completed the Sunset Junction Beautification project that stretches between Santa
Monica Blvd. and Edgecliff Dr. Construction included five bump-outs, a new landscaped plaza, 8
access ramps, 12 street trees, 20 bike racks, the replacement of 7,600 sq. ft. of damaged sidewalk,
and the replacement of 450 linear ft. of curbs and gutters. Councilmember Mitch O’Farrell thanked
the Bureau for the success of the project and BSS director Nazario Sauceda stated, "This streetscape
project has beautified and enhanced this segment of Sunset Boulevard, while providing a safer
environment for the people who live and work in this area."
Improving Bus Stops
The Solano Canyon - North Broadway Bus Stop Improvements Project had the Ribbon Cutting
Ceremony on February 22nd with Councilman Gilbert Cedillo of Council District 1. The two bumpouts provide room and shade for transit users waiting for buses. Newly installed safety lights will
illuminate the area around transit stops for safety at night. BSS also installed a beautiful community
steel art pannel along with two community bronze plauques.
Chinatown Firecracker Run
On Sunday, February 21st, Street Services Investigators participated in the 36th Annual L.A. Chinatown
Firecracker Run (LACFR). LACFR has contributed over $500,000 to local elementary schools and nonprofit community organizations providing service and programs to benefit the community. Event proceeds and donations benefited numerous non-profit community organizations including Central City
Action Committee and Chinatown Service Center. The event was a resounding success and
Street Services Investigators on bike patrol ensured the safety of all participants. In addition, the BSS
provided motor sweeping of the streets before and after the event.
Mulholland Drive Receives BSS Makeover
During the second week of February, grading work was performed on Mulholland Drive
to improve its rideability. This stretch of Mulholland Drive extends from Trinidad Road to
Saltillo Street in Woodland Hills and is used by many local residents who enjoy walking
in natural surroundings in the middle of our urban environment. Assigned staff exercised
great skill in grading the rutted road irregularities into a smooth path over the course of
two days, making Mulholland Drive easier for motor vehicles to access.
Before
After
BSS Employee Receives Prestigious Award
Meridian of Cheviot Hills (a senior living facility in Los Angeles) presented awards of recognition to
public servants on February 5th, 2016. The recipients of the awards were Senator Holly Mitchell of
California 30th Senatorial District, Luis Rivera of the Mayor's Office and Joy Bryant, Street Services
Investigator. The awards of recognition are for Distinguished Service. Investigator Bryant provided
exemplary service in assisting the Meridian of Cheviot Hills with navigating the City special event
process. The Bureau joins in celebrating the hard work and dedication shown by Investigator Joy
Bryant.
BUREAU OF STREET SERVICES
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facilities and infrastructure including: municipal buildings, water treatment facilities, streets, bridges, sidewalks, street lights, and the urban forest. To learn more about the
Department of Public Works, visit www.bpw.lacity.org