Phase I of the Project was completed and opened to the public in 2010. This segment is located along the south side of the River, between Laurel Canyon Boulevard and Whitsett Avenue.
Phase II of the Project consists of two segments. Both segments are located along the south side of the River. The first segment is located between Sepulveda Boulevard and Kester Avenue. The construction of this segment is now complete and ready for opening. The Grand Opening event was held June 2nd, 2015
The second segment is located between Coldwater Canyon Avenue and Whitsett Avenue, in Council District 2. This segment of the Project will begin construction on June 2nd, 2015.
The Project’s design was completed by Mia Lehrer and Associates (MLA) under a design services contracts held by the Department of Recreation and Parks (RAP) and the Department of Public Works.
Both segments of Phase II will have new ramps to allow access to pedestrian, cyclists and maintenance vehicles. The paths are paved and striped to provide for a smooth and orderly ride.
The paths are sloped inward, away from the River, to divert rain into a bio-swale that lines the path. The rain water will be filtered by the bio-swale prior to draining into the River.
Both segments are lined with new trees and plants. The new trees are expected to grow to 25’ within the next 5 years. This will bring shade to visitors as they stroll. The indigenous plants that will bring back part of the natural habitat lost, improve air quality, and increase the physical health and social vitality to our community
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