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Metro’s North Hollywood to Pasadena Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Project is a 19-mile corridor designed to connect the cities of North Hollywood, Burbank, Glendale, Eagle Rock, and Pasadena with a high-quality bus service. The project includes 22 new bus stations and dedicated bus lanes, offering faster, more reliable service using zero-emission electric buses.

This project will enhance regional mobility between the San Fernando and San Gabriel Valleys by improving transit access to jobs, education, and key services—especially in areas that currently lack premium transit options.

 

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What to Expect in Glendale

In Glendale, residents and businesses can expect:

 

Dedicated Bus Lanes
Bus-only lanes will be installed on Glenoaks Boulevard, Central Avenue, and Broadway to improve transit speed, mobility, and expand access using a zero-emission bus fleet. Electric buses will operate along the corridor, offering a quieter and cleaner option for transit riders.

 

Bike Lane Design Coordination
Metro has proposed dedicated bike lanes on Glenoaks Boulevard. The City is reviewing alignment options in relation to existing Class II lanes, with a focus on overall traffic safety and emergency access.

 

Trash Collection Access
Metro is working to address issues related to residential trash bins and future BRT lanes.

 

ADA and Pedestrian Improvements
Curb ramps and pedestrian paths will be upgraded to meet ADA standards. Improved drainage and accessibility are also being addressed at key intersections.

 

Utility Coordination
Upgrades and adjustments to sewer manholes, street lighting, and signal interconnects are being coordinated to accommodate Metro’s transit infrastructure while ensuring continued service, traffic safety, and long-term system reliability.

 

Metro Construction Activities in Glendale:

Beginning in early August 2025, crews will begin preliminary activities in Glendale to prepare the roadway for construction. These activities will include locating and identifying underground utilities. This notice describes the work along Broadway, Central Ave., and Glenoaks Blvd.

When: Anticipated to begin on Monday, August 4, 2025, for approximately one week.
 

Locations:

• Broadway/Brand & Broadway/Glendale: Work Notice

• Broadway/Verdugo: Work Notice

• Central Av: Work Notice

 

When: Anticipated to begin Friday, August 8, 2025, for approximately one month along Glenoaks Blvd. Work will not occur along the entire stretch at the same time.

Locations:

• Eastbound and westbound lane reductions will occur between just east of Alameda Av. and Central Av. Right turn movements will be maintained.

• Intermittent eastbound left turn lane closures at Concord St., Kenilworth Av., and Highland Av.

• Intermittent westbound left turn lane closures at Kenilworth Av., Pacific Av., Sonora Av., Grandview Av., Graynold Av., Highland Av., and Allen Av.

  • Drivers wanting to turn left at one of the above intersections may turn left at the next available intersection. Consecutive intersections will not be closed at the same time.

• Bike lanes will be closed intermittently. Cyclists will merge with traffic and share the road within immediate work zones.

 

To view all preconstruction activity locations in Glendale, please visit bit.ly/GlendalePreconstruction.

 

Work Hours:

• Work will occur Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

 

What to Expect:

• Potholing consists of boring a hole through the roadway or sidewalk to locate underground utilities. Once an underground utility is located, the hole is filled back in. Noise and minimal vibration are expected.

• Signs and flaggers will direct traffic and pedestrians through open lanes, sidewalks, and crosswalks.

• One lane will be open to traffic at all times. Work will not occur in each area simultaneously and lanes will reopen at the end of each workday.

• Access to sidewalks, crosswalks, and businesses will be maintained.

• Temporary parking restrictions will be posted in the immediate work area.

 

Past Glendale Community Meeting

Glendale community members are encouraged to participate in an upcoming local meeting hosted by Metro to receive project updates and share feedback during the design phase.

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Glendale In-person Community Meeting
Date: Wednesday, July 16, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: Adult Recreation Center
Address: 201 E Colorado Street, Glendale, CA 91205
 

For those unable to attend in person, a virtual option is available:

Virtual Community Meeting Option
Date: Thursday, July 10, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Webinar Link: bit.ly/NoHotoPas
Webinar ID: 849 6832 2391
Call-in Number: (213) 338-8477

 

Additional Corridor-Wide Meetings

Residents may also attend any of the following in-person meetings:

• Pasadena: Tuesday, July 15 – Pasadena City College, Circadian Room

• North Hollywood: Saturday, July 19 – East Valley High School

• Eagle Rock: Monday, July 21 – Yosemite Recreation Center

• Burbank: Tuesday, July 22 – Buena Vista Branch Library

 

All meetings offer the same content and allow for direct interaction with the project team.

 

Accessibility and Interpretation

Language interpretation will be available. All Metro meetings are accessible to persons with disabilities. To request additional ADA accommodations or translated materials, please call (323) 466-3876 at least 72 hours in advance.

 

Contact Information
Phone: (213) 418-3228
Email: nohopasbrt@metro.net
Website: Metro.net/NoHoPasBRT

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