The Metro Newsletter

Public Safety Advisory Committee Recruitment Opens
Metro has officially opened the application period for vacancies on the Public Safety Advisory Committee (PSAC). The advisory body plays a critical role in evaluating and recommending holistic, equitable strategies to modernize security operations and improve the rider experience across the transit network. Metro is actively seeking diverse regional perspectives to fill these seats, including youth, seniors, individuals with disabilities, and community advocates specializing in social services, mental health, or racial justice. Eligible applicants must maintain residency within Los Angeles County. The open application cycle runs through September 8, 2026. | Full Details and Applications

August 3: Adopt-A-Bike Mini-Grant Applications Due

Metro opened the application period for its Adopt-A-Bike mini-grant program, which support community-based organizations and nonprofits in redistributing unclaimed bicycles to individuals with high mobility needs. Each year, bicycles are left on Metro buses, trains, and other properties. Through this program, selected organizations help return those bikes to productive use by connecting them with people who needed reliable, low-cost transportation to reach work, school, services, and other essential destinations. The application period opened Monday, June 1, 2026, and will close Monday, August 3, 2026, at 5 p.m. | Full Details

August 6: East San Fernando Valley Light Rail Transit Community Leadership Council Meeting

The East San Fernando Valley Light Rail Transit Community Leadership Council will hold its public meeting on August 6. This meeting is about the new light rail train being built in the area. People will hear updates from the Metro team about the construction progress, how long it will take, and ways they are helping local businesses during the work. The council helps connect neighbors with the train planners so everyone stays informed while the big project is being built along Van Nuys Boulevard. | Full Details

August 10, 11, 13, and 15: Vemont Transit Corridor Meetings
The Vermont Transit Corridor Project is officially advancing into the construction phase. Serving more than 38,000 passengers daily, Vermont Avenue represents Metro's most heavily utilized bus corridor. This initiative aims to deliver faster, safer, and more reliable Bus Rapid Transit service by 2028. Metro is hosting a series of community meetings this August to discuss project updates, review construction schedules, and gather stakeholder feedback. Sessions will be conducted both in-person and online on August 10, 11, 13, and 15. Because identical information will be presented at each session, participants may select the date and format most convenient for them. | Website

August 12: D Line Extension Construction Update Meeting
The D Line Subway Extension Project in Beverly Hills is hosting a community update webinar on Wednesday, August 12, at 12:00 PM. Participants can learn about final construction activities at the open Wilshire/La Cienega Station in Section 1, along with progress and upcoming work at the future Beverly Drive Station in Section 2. | Full Details

All-In-One Transit: LA Metro Launches New Consolidated Mobile App
Navigating Los Angeles public transit is now simpler with the new LA Metro mobile app. Consolidating multiple digital tools into a single platform, the app eliminates the need for third-party services. Customers can now access real-time transit data, plan regional trips, track service alerts, and locate Metro Bike Share or Metro Micro zones all in one place. Debuting alongside new contactless payment options, this digital upgrade marks a major step forward in modernizing the rider experience. | Full Details

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East San Fernando Valley LRT: Utility Relocation along Van Nuys
Crews are relocating underground utilities along Van Nuys Boulevard between Vesper and Arleta Avenues to clear the path for the new light rail line. This work continues through next spring, bringing weekday lane reductions and temporary side-street closures. Read the full update for schedules, traffic details, and local impacts. | Full Details