Tag: biking

WEST HOLLYWOOD—On May 10, the city of West Hollywood posted on its Facebook page that on May 7 they officially launched “GoWeHo TMO” program, a new city initiative designed to allow residents, employees, and visitors to choose sustainable travel options and decrease reliance on single-occupancy vehicles.

A Transportation Management Organization (TMO) is a program adopted by cities that helps individuals discover other ways to get around – which include walking, biking, taking transit, carpooling, or vanpooling to protect the environment. The GoWeHo TMO program will be managed by city staff and consultants as part of West Hollywood’s commitment to a healthier, more accessible, and environmentally friendly community.

With the GoWeHo TMO program, West Hollywood will offer resources and support to developers, businesses, and the public to help everyone connect with a wide range of transportation options in the area.

According to the city of West Hollywood website, the GoWeHo TMO program will support the city’s General Plan goal to work with developers and businesses on Transportation Demand Management (TDM) strategies that reduce automobile travel. The program will help ensure compliance with West Hollywood’s TDM Ordinance and the state of California’s Congestion Management Program requirements, both aimed at decreasing traffic congestion, improving air quality, and promoting sustainable mobility.

A virtual open house for developers will be held on Wednesday, June 4 at 12 p.m. It will provide information about West Hollywood’s TDM Ordinance and how the GoWeHo TMO program can support compliance and improve transportation options for everyone in West Hollywood.

For more information about the GoWeHo TMO program and to register for the open house visit: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/iJuyD9c3T7iyC7unFYSPSQ.

GoWeHo TMO program staff will attend the City’s Bike to Work Week event on Tuesday, May 13, from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., at the northeast corner of Santa Monica Boulevard and Hancock Avenue (nearest address: 8743 Santa Monica Boulevard). Community members are invited to stop by for complimentary refreshments, learn more about the TMO program, explore different ways to get around West Hollywood, and receive updates about other City mobility projects.

For more details about West Hollywood’s GoWeHo TMO program contact Jenny Hong, West Hollywood TMO Consultant, at jhong@weho.gov.

For assistance regarding the virtual open house and registration, contact Paige Portwood, West Hollywood Associate Planner, at pportwood@weho.gov. For people who are Deaf or hard of hearing dial 711 or 1-800-735-2929 (TTY) or 1-800-735-2922 (voice) for California Relay Service (CRS) assistance.

By Danny Jones

SANTA MONICA—The city of Santa Monica posted on its Facebook page that it is celebrating a Week Without Driving from Monday, September 30 through Sunday, October 6.

The community is asked to leave their car at home for the week. They can experience the city in new ways, and ride for free with a 7-day bus pass from City of Santa Monica Big Blue Bus.

“Over 2/3 of emissions in Santa Monica come from vehicle transportation. By walking, biking or taking transit, you’re making a direct impact on our air quality and helping to build a greener city!,” the city of Santa Monica stated on social media.

To learn more visit: https://ow.ly/J6jo50TySr0 to claim your free 7-Day BBB pass.

By Trevor

WEST HOLLYWOOD—On May 1, the city of West Hollywood disclosed they would be celebrating National Bike Month in May. According to the city’s website, National Bike Month was established in 1956 and promoted by the League of American Bicyclists, National Bike Month showcases the many benefits of bicycling and encourages more people to give biking a try.

To celebrate Bike to Work Week, West Hollywood, in collaboration with the West Hollywood Bicycle Coalition, will host a pop-up “pit stop” aimed at bicycle commuters on Thursday, May 16, from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. It will take place adjacent to 8743 Santa Monica Boulevard, just east of Hancock Avenue. Cyclists will be allowed to enjoy light refreshments and giveaways, such as free LED safety lights and a limited number of bike helmets.

Information about West Hollywood’s various upcoming bike and pedestrian safety projects will be provided. Community members are asked to follow the City’s mobility and streetscape project pages on the Engage WeHo portal to receive information and updates.

For more details contact Bob Cheung, West Hollywood Senior Transportation Planner, at (323) 848-6346 or at bcheung@weho.org. For people who are Deaf or hard of hearing call TTY (323) 848-6496.

By Trevor