Phil Washington returns for his recurring visit with AirTalk to discuss the city’s MTA news. Topics include:
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Upgrades to the Orange Line and how they will affect car traffic in the area
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Pasadena pulling out of the Metro bike share program
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And how the remaining bike share programs are competing with electric scooters
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The steps public transit is taking to accommodate the city’s homeless population, including public showers and temporary housing
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The implications of a new bus driver assault bill
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Metro’s decision to replace some trains’ upholstery seats with vinyl
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West Hollywood’s push for the Crenshaw Line extension to finish by 2028
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Prepping the 210 freeway for the Gold Line’s extension to Montclair
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The proposed routes for the new West Santa Ana Branch line, set to run from downtown to southeast Los Angeles
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Information on Metro’s new board chair and the creation of a transportation school
Have a question for Phil? Call us at 866-893-5722.
Guest:
Phil Washington, CEO of Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LA Metro)