Alternatives

Initial alternatives being considered for both Van Nuys and Sepulveda Boulevards include:

Alternatives

• No Build – maintains current transit services and projects that are fully funded by the year 2035
• Transportation System Management (TSM) – includes No Build plus low cost capital improvements, such as traffic signal timing modifications
• Build
  • Alignments
    • Van  Nuys Corridor
    • Sepulveda Corridor
    • Hybrid of both Corridors
  • Modes
    • Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) –  similar to the Metro Orange Line
    • Light Rail Transit (LRT) – similar to the Metro Gold, Blue, Green, and Exposition Lines
    • Street Car – similar to the City of Portland,OR

An Alternatives Analysis process is being used to narrow down these potential alternatives, which will then be studied in more detail and evaluated based upon:

• Travel and Mobility Benefits and Impacts
• Regional Connectivity
• Cost-Effectiveness
• Environmental Benefits and Impacts
• Economic and Land Use Considerations
• Community Input
• Financial Capability

Metro wants to hear your vision for improving transit service in the East San Fernando Valley!