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This week’s headlines:
Republicans, Trump, Standing in Way of Wildfire Recovery (SacBee, LAT) “Red Flag” Warnings Remain in Southland. Rain This Weekend? (LAT) Torched Does A Deep Dive On Air Quality Back to School Bus Safety Tips (Foothill Transit) Homeless Count Pushed to February (Pasadena Now) Metrolink Planning Santa Barbara Commuter Train (KTLA) Merced Avenue Greenway’s Bioswale System Can Manage 10.27 Acres of Rainwater Annually (Active SGV)
Fremont ramp proposals would benefit drivers moving through Alhambra, while burdening people who live, learn, and work here. The noise stays here. The exhaust stays here. The danger stays here. Fremont Elementary students should not be asked to absorb more idling cars, more turning, and more traffic along their campus.
Meanwhile, the city looks to refine concepts for specific stretches of Fremont Avenue. Local cyclists of all ages continue to pedal the project forward.
After some concerns about lost parking, residents convinced the city council to keep its complete streets concept uniform.
Fremont ramp proposals would benefit drivers moving through Alhambra, while burdening people who live, learn, and work here. The noise stays here. The exhaust stays here. The danger stays here. Fremont Elementary students should not be asked to absorb more idling cars, more turning, and more traffic along their campus.
The thoughtful redesign fits seamlessly into the old Hayes neighborhood of town.
Meanwhile, the city looks to refine concepts for specific stretches of Fremont Avenue. Local cyclists of all ages continue to pedal the project forward.
The scenic route will run from the edge of Whittier to Fullerton Rd, and it’s already more than halfway done.
