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BPAC - ACTION ITEM - Receive a Presentation and Discuss (1) the National Blvd Engineering Study & Safety Improvements Project; and (2) the Proposed Expo Park.
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Meeting Date: September 17, 2026
Contact Person: Thomas Check - Public Works, Mobility & Traffic Engineering Division
Tomas Herrera-Mishler - Parks, Recreation & Community Services
Phone Number: (310) 253-5627
(310) 253-6682
Attachments: Yes [X] No [ ]
Fiscal Impact: Yes [X] No [ ] General Fund: Yes [ ] No [X]
Public Notice: E-Mail via GovDelivery (09/04/2026): Meetings and Agendas - Mobility Subcommittee; Notify Me - Construction, Street Maintenance and Closures; Stay Informed - Bicycle & Pedestrian / Culver CityBus / Construction Street Maintenance and Closures
Dept Approval: Nick Zornes, Acting Public Works Director (09/03/2026)
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RECOMMENDATION
Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) will receive presentations and may discuss and provide feedback regarding planned studies and proposed improvements along National Blvd.
BACKGROUND
At their March 20, 2025, meeting, the BPAC agendized a discussion on traffic safety concerns on National Blvd between Jefferson Blvd and Washington Blvd. Particular emphasis was placed on the intersection of Washington Blvd & Wesley St where a pedestrian had been recently struck and killed by a vehicle. That intersection has a history of traffic incidents. The intersection also experiences significant bicycle/pedestrian traffic due to the adjacent Turning Point at the southwest corner of the intersection and the Expo Bike Path that runs parallel to National Blvd on the north side.
The Committee discussion also focused on the sidewalk along the south side of National Blvd, which is not ADA compliant and difficult to maneuver, in part because of utility installations along the street. Also, the Committee discussed the possibility of measures that could help slow the speed of cars along the route, especially at night.
BPAC’s discussion highlighted the desire to investigate what changes could be made to the street to improve safety and enhance the pedestrian and bicyclist experience generally. The Committee has also formed a subcommittee dedicated to advocating for improvements
DISCUSSION
Traffic and Pedestrian Safety
As part of the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Budget, the City Council allocated $350,000 to a National Blvd Engineering Study & Safety Improvements CIP. The purpose of the CIP is to investigate the existing infrastructure along National Blvd, study parking and traffic conditions, and develop a set of recommended improvements to the street, sidewalk, and intersections that could be implemented as part of the CIP and inform future budget requests for design and construction. Staff are seeking BPAC’s input on what improvements, such as new crosswalks and widened sidewalks, they recommend be considered and proposed.
New Park Facility
The Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department is proposing a new park, tentatively titled Expo Park, to be installed along the west side of National Blvd, starting at Wesley St, under the Expo Line.
The park design concept is funded by a $100,000 allocation added by City Council to the FY 2026-27 Budget. Grants for design and construction funding are being researched.
Although early in the planning stages, community meetings to be scheduled for Fall 2026, staff is bringing this park concept plan to BPAC at this time because it will inform the studies and traffic and pedestrian safety measures explored and implemented along National Blvd. Installation of a new park in that location will impact pedestrian traffic across National Blvd and parking in the area.
BPAC may discuss the park generally, however, its impact on the National Blvd studies and safety measures is the primary focus. Park features and design details will be explored further at community meetings.
ATTACHMENTS
• 2026-09-17-ATT-BPAC-ExpoPark-Concept