Metro has plans to connect more of the South Bay by extending the C Line (Green) from the Redondo Beach (Marine) Station to the new Torrance Transit Center which would bring light rail to the area. This extension will provide an alternative to congestion along the busy I-405 corridor and expand access to the region by connecting to the existing Metro Rail K (Crenshaw), J (Silver) and A (Blue) Lines.
Learn more about the three alignments being studied by viewing the project simulation video. The video will guide you through the conceptual designs of each alignment.
Metro has prepared a Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) to describe the Proposed Project and Options under study and evaluate the potential environmental impacts per California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). It was prepared in accordance with Sections 15120 through 15132 of CEQA guidelines. During the review period, the public will have an opportunity to comment on the Draft EIR and attend virtual and in-person public hearings.
The Draft EIR evaluates three alignments: Metro ROW Elevated/At-Grade Alignment (Proposed Project), Trench Option, and Hawthorne Option.
The term Proposed Project does not convey any preference or recommendation as to three alignments under study. Metro staff will prepare a recommendation on its preferred alignment in Spring 2023 based on findings from the Draft EIR, public comments made during the comment period, technical analysis, stakeholder input, and other factors such as cost, ridership, and project objectives.
Metro invites you to attend virtual and in-person public hearings to learn more about the project and provide your comments on the Draft EIR. Metro will solicit comments by mail, email, phone, and at public hearings during the public comment period from January 26 through March 27, 2023. More information on the meetings can be found in the Meetings section below.
The purpose of the Draft EIR is to disclose project impacts on the environment and will address the following topics:
Visit the project StoryMap to learn more about light rail transit from the comfort of your home. The Draft EIR can be accessed by visiting the Documents section below or go directly here.
Next Steps:
Upon completion of the public review period for the Draft EIR, the Metro Board will meet to discuss the project and vote for a Locally Preferred Alternative (LPA) during a public Board meeting, where the public is invited to share comments and questions about the project. The Metro Board is anticipated to vote on an LPA in Spring 2023.
After an alignment is selected, Metro will prepare the Final EIR, advance design for the selected project, and develop a more detailed construction schedule. The Final EIR will refine the project, respond to comments received during the Draft EIR public review period, and include a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Plan (MMRP) to address any project impacts identified in the environmental document.