Open and Slow Streets Grant Program

Helping communities reimagine streets by funding events that make walking, biking, and rolling safer, more accessible, and more enjoyable across Los Angeles County.

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Metro has awarded a total of seven cycles of Open and Slow Streets (OSS) grants, as well as a smaller “mini” cycle in 2019. The grant program has grown to a $5 million investment in Cycle Five from 2024-2025. As of 2026, OSS has funded 113 events, spanning 392 miles of open and slow street activities across 44 jurisdictions. The OSS Cycles Six and Seven were combined to address the Board directive to maximize opportunities for the 2026 World Cup and the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games.  

Goals of the program include helping people experience public transportation, walking, and biking potentially for the first time, encouraging the adoption of sustainable transportation modes, and promoting community engagement to develop policies and infrastructure for multiple modes of transportation with an emphasis on advancing equity. In addition to these goals, Cycles Six and Seven also focus on uplifting arts, culture, and recreation during the upcoming major events and spreading the spirit of these events to communities across the County. For more on the Metro Board directives that inform this program, please view the 2022 Board Motion and 2023 Board Report.    

 

Status Update

The Open and Slow Streets Program funded 12 events across the County in June and July of 2026, celebrating the spirit of the FIFA World Cup.  

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Explore the calendar to discover car-free community events that make it easier to walk, bike, roll, and connect with your neighborhood.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the difference between Slow Streets and Open Streets?

Open Streets temporarily close streets to automobile traffic and open them to cyclists, pedestrians and other modes of non-motorized transportation. Slow Streets include installations designed to reduce traffic volume and significantly lower speeds on roadways, allowing people to walk, bike, and play safely in the streets.

Does LA Metro organize or operate the events?

No, grantee agencies are responsible for planning, organizing, and implementing their events.

Are Open or Slow Streets events free to attend?

Yes, Open and Slow Street events funded through the program are free and open to the public.

Who is eligible to apply for funding?

Los Angeles County jurisdictions or municipalities, which include cities, councils of governments, and Los Angeles County agencies with jurisdiction over the streets, where they propose staging an event. Community Based Organizations (CBOs/non-profit organizations) can apply as co-applicants.

Is there a minimum local match required?

Yes, there is a 30% minimum local match requirement on each application. Match can come from in-kind or staff time. Metro hopes to see that cities also commit to a range of resources, not limited to Metro funding.

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