Urban and rural LA county: together for road safety project

The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration awarded a $3,373,076.00 Project Grant to the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Works on December 13, 2024 under the Safe Streets and Roads for All (CFDA 20.939) grant program. The purpose of this 5-year grant is to improve roadway safety and prevent fatalities and serious injuries across diverse transportation systems in urban and rural areas of Los Angeles County. Key activities to be delivered include developing a comprehensive safety action plan, conducting data analysis, engaging stakeholders, performing feasibility studies, and implementing infrastructure enhancements for all road users. The County of Los Angeles Department of Public Works will collaborate with sub-recipients such as the Southern California Coastal Water Research Project, Catholic University of America, and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory to execute this multifaceted federal grant initiative.