Los Angeles City Pilot Project: Assessing Public Pedestrian Spaces

The City of Los Angeles is launching a pilot project to assess and inventory pedestrian areas within public rights of way (PROW), including sidewalks, crosswalks, and curb ramps. The project will involve:

• Exploring new and existing technologies for inventory and assessment.
• Gathering feedback from both public and private groups and city departments.
• Selecting specific pedestrian areas for evaluation.
• Choosing diverse locations throughout the city for pilot assessments.
• Conducting thorough assessments of these areas.
• Analyzing how this new data fits with current city systems.
• Developing recommendations for consistently rating the condition of these assets and for ongoing data updates.
• Reporting on the project’s progress, technology use, timeline, and budget estimates.

This initial phase will help shape the city’s future strategies and funding for PROW areas, aligning with updates to the City’s Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan as required by accessibility laws and regulations.

Your participation in this survey is vital. Your insights will guide the development of better construction, repair, and maintenance strategies for pedestrian spaces across Los Angeles. Your input will also help prioritize which repairs are made first, enhancing pedestrian facilities throughout the city.

Please take a moment to complete the survey and share your views on improving pedestrian facilities.