OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
City of Los Angeles
200 N. Spring St. • Los Angeles, CA 90012
www.lamayor.org • @LAMayorsOffice
Dear Fellow Angelenos,
The City of Los Angeles is in the midst of a transformation. We are changing our approach to
transportation by building a system that offers Angelenos multiple options for how to get around.
Examples of this transformation are everywhere. We’re opening new rail lines and planning protected
bike lanes. We’re using technology to improve mobility, from interconnected traffic signals to real-time
parking information. And we’re rethinking how we can use our streets as public spaces, through farmers
markets and open street events like CicLAvia.
Our streets are our largest public asset. They occupy 15% of Los Angeles’ total land area and serve as our
city’s circulation system. We need them to also foster community by providing places to gather and enjoy.
This is why my first executive directive created the Great Streets Initiative. It is part of my Back to Basics
agenda to create a stronger economy, a more livable LA, and a more efficient and effective City Hall.
Great Streets are safe spaces that form the backbone of livable and attractive neighborhoods. Great
Streets provide gathering places to meet, to shop, and to spend time with friends and family. Great
Streets give Angelenos more affordable and convenient access to jobs and amenities that are easily
accessible whether on foot, bike, transit, or in a car.
The Los Angeles Department of Transportation is at the heart of bringing this vision to life in LA. This
strategic plan establishes the concrete steps that LADOT will take to accomplish this over the next few
years. It includes broad goals supported by specific actions, all of which will make Los Angeles the safest
and most livable city in the nation. And, the plan will continue to make LADOT a great place to work by
supporting staff development and providing learning opportunities. The department has a proven track
record of staff-driven innovation, and this plan provides the framework for continued success.
This strategic plan has my full support and reflects my belief that we can provide prosperity for both
current residents and future generations through smart investment, strong management, and forwardthinking policies. I look forward to working with you and General Manager Seleta Reynolds on giving
Angelenos excellent choices for their transportation needs. Together we are well on our way to building a
safer, more livable, and well-run Los Angeles.
I look forward to seeing you on the street.
Sincerely,
Eric M. Garcetti
Mayor
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