Project Officials to Discuss Potrero Canyon Bridge at Virtual Community Meeting

By SARAH SHMERLING | Editor-in-Chief

The city of Los Angeles Bureau of Engineering will host a virtual community meeting to discuss facets of the Potrero Canyon Pedestrian/Bicycle Bridge project on Thursday evening, March 14, from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

“Learn how the project will include enhanced safety features, integration with the George Wolfberg Park at Potrero Canyon, community connectivity, sustainable, active transportation, [and] landmark aesthetic and recreational value,” read a flyer ahead of the meeting.

The meeting will include representatives from Jacobs Engineering and Arellano Associates (the outreach contractor), according to information shared by Pacific Palisades Community Council. Speakers will include Potrero Canyon Pedestrian/Bridge Project Manager Matt Negrete of Jacobs Engineering, Erin De Marco of Jacobs Engineering, Project Manager Jason Jackson of Arellano Associates and Project Manager Jose Beristain from the Bureau of Engineering.

“Outreach for the Potrero Canyon Pedestrian/Bicycle Bridge project will consist of three rounds of public engagement for this development phase, which concludes in April 2025,” Arellano Associates wrote to PPCC. “Public input is welcome throughout the project cycle; however, each round will include a community meeting with the first focusing on building project awareness and presenting the technical process and path forward. Public engagement will also include the use of surveys to better understand public use and preferences.”

The city is soliciting responses to a survey about the project (potrerocanyonbridgesurvey.org), with a chance to win a $50 gift card.

“Help the city understand how the bridge will benefit you and your community,” read an email. “Be sure to share the survey and project with your friends and family. The more input … the better the project.”

The Bureau of Engineering, alongside Council District 11 and “in collaboration with the local community,” is undertaking work on the bridge project, which, when complete, will connect Will Rogers State Beach to George Wolfberg Park at Potrero Canyon—“transforming the area into a vibrant and accessible space.”

“This project is a key part of the city’s broader initiative to support the connectivity and accessibility of recreational areas, and enhance the quality of life for local residents and visitors through active transportation modes,” read a project overview. “The project will also be designed to emphasize environmental stewardship and the beautification of the landscape, aligning with the city’s goals of sustainable and responsible development.”

To register for the webinar, visit us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Oto2aaiCSAS9KWtGWXyTUQ#/registration or potrerocanyonpedbridge.org.