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Project Location
- The project location is on La Crescenta Avenue between N. Verdugo Road and Montrose Avenue. Please see project location map below.
Features
- Sewer Improvements
- Reconstruction of curb and gutters, alley aprons, driveways and sidewalks
- Pavement replacement
- ADA-compliant curb ramps
- Intersection realignment
- Removal of a travel lane in each direction, addition of a center two-way left turn lane, and installation of new protected bicycle lanes and buffered bicycle lanes
- Traffic signal and fiber optic improvements
- Installation of bio-retention facilities
- Reflective pavement installation
- Installation of new traffic signing and striping, including creative crosswalks
- Tree planting
Please click here to view the Drywell Fact Sheet
Phase
- The Project is currently in construction phase.
- View the latest Press Release here.
Construction Schedule
Construction Schedule
The La Crescenta Avenue Rehabilitation Project has made significant progress in recent months. Major safety improvements have been implemented, including the realignment of intersections and enhanced pedestrian accessibility. Additionally, the contractor has completed installation of bio-retention facilities and critical infrastructure upgrades, including traffic signal and fiber optic systems, as well as the upsizing of existing sewer mainline.
While most improvements are expected to be completed by December 2025, certain key elements— including the installation of traffic signal poles, final paving, striping, and decorative crosswalks—are scheduled for completion by March 2026, barring any additional unforeseen circumstances.
The revised schedule is due to unforeseen conflicts encountered during underground utility work and longer-than-anticipated lead times for the delivery of traffic signal materials. Installation and commissioning of traffic signal poles must be completed before paving and striping improvements can begin, as the new striping layout incorporates additional crossings to improve pedestrian and cyclist safety.
The City remains committed to delivering a high-quality project that meets the long-term needs of the community and appreciates the public’s continued patience and cooperation throughout the construction process.
Tentative Construction Schedule
• January 2026: Installation of traffic signal poles, cabinets and gear
• February 2026: Final paving and adjustment of utilities
• March 2026: Striping, installation of decorative crosswalks and reflective pavement on Paloma Avenue.
Traffic Impacts
During the construction period, detours, intermittent lane closures, and traffic delays are expected on the following streets:
Location and Dates
• La Crescenta Avenue between Roselawn Avenue and Urquidez Avenue: Travel lanes may be closed intermittently between 11/03/2025 thru 11/14/2025 (excludes weekends and holidays)
• La Crescenta Avenue at Glenwood Avenue: Travel lanes may be closed intermittently on 11/03/2025
• La Crescenta Avenue between Sycamore Avenue and Glenwood Avenue: Travel lanes may be closed intermittently on 11/03/2025
• La Crescenta Avenue between Honolulu Avenue and Hermosa Avenue: Travel lanes may be closed intermittently between 11/04/2025 thru 11/05/2025
• La Crescenta Avenue between Manhattan Avenue and Montrose Avenue: Travel lanes may be closed intermittently between 11/04/2025 thru 11/05/2025
• La Crescenta Avenue between Honolulu Avenue and Piedmont Avenue: Travel lanes may be closed intermittently between 11/05/2025 and 11/06/2025
• La Crescenta Avenue between Piedmont Avenue and Manhattan Avenue: Travel lanes may be closed intermittently between 11/06/2025 and 11/07/2025
• La Crescenta Avenue between Piedmont Avenue and Manhattan Avenue: Travel lanes may be closed intermittently on 11/10/2025 and 11/12/2025 (excludes weekends and holidays)
• La Crescenta Avenue between Piedmont Avenue and Montrose Avenue: Travel lanes may be closed intermittently between 11/13/2025 thru 11/14/2025
Description of Work
- Contractor performing sanitary sewer main upgrades.
- Contractor cleaning up project site at various locations.
Please observe posted construction signage and drive safely near construction zones.
*Construction activity and closures are subject to change.
Construction Photos
Project Renderings/Simulation
Traffic Simulation Video
La Crescenta and Paloma Ave
La Crescenta and Roselawn Ave
La Crescenta and Piedmont Ave
Community Outreach and Stakeholder Engagement
Public Hearing for the Crosswalk Removal at the Intersection of La Crescenta Avenue and Roselawn Avenue
- Click here to view the Notice of Crosswalk Removal on La Crescenta Avenue and Roselawn Avenue
- Click here to view the Responses to Questions/Comments Received During the Public Hearing Discussion
Figure 1: Proposed Intersection of La Crescenta Avenue and Roselawn Avenue
Community Meeting
First Community Meeting (February 17, 2022)
- Click here to view the Community Meeting Notification
- Click here to access the Recorded Virtual Community Meeting
- Click here to view the Responses to Questions/Comments Received During the Virtual Community Meeting on 2/17/2022
Second Community Meeting (March 8, 2023)
- Click here to view the Community Meeting Notification
- Click here to view the Responses to Questions/Comments Received During Virtual Community Meeting on 3/8/2023
Montrose Shopping Park Association
- Public Works Engineering staff conducted a Virtual Presentation to the Montrose Shopping Park Association Board on March 18, 2022.
Whiting Woods Property Owner’s Association
- Public Works Engineering staff conducted a Presentation to the Whiting Woods Property Owner’s Association on June 4, 2022.
Crescenta Valley Chamber of Commerce
- Public Works Engineering staff conducted a Virtual Presentation to the Crescenta Valley Chamber of Commerce on June 9, 2022.
Crescenta Valley Community Association
- Public Works Engineering staff conducted a Virtual Presentation to the Crescenta Valley Community Association on June 23, 2022.
Sycamore Woods Community
- Public Works Engineering staff conducted a Presentation to the Sycamore Woods Community Members on June 25, 2022.
Oakmont Country Club
- Public Works Engineering staff conducted a Presentation to the Oakmont Country Club Board on June 29, 2022.
Oakmont Woods Association
- Public Works Engineering staff conducted a Presentation to the Oakmont Woods Community Association on June 29, 2022.
Glendale Police Department
- Public Works Engineering staff coordinated with the Glendale Police Department to conduct additional outreach efforts to various Neighborhood Block Captains and Businesses in the North Glendale area to inform stakeholders about the project and to provide feedback.
- Please click here to view the postcard.
Crescenta Valley Town Council
- Public Works Engineering staff conducted a Virtual Presentation to the Crescenta Valley Town Council on August 18, 2022.
Transportation and Parking Commission
- Public Works Engineering staff presented the project to the Transportation and Parking Commission on August 2022.
- Click here to access the Recorded Transportation and Parking Commission Meeting and Agenda
City Council
First Council Meeting
- Public Works Engineering staff presented the project to the City Council in October 2022 to select a Bicycle Facility Alternative.
- Click here to access the recorded City Council Meeting and Agenda.
Second Council Meeting
- Public Works Engineering staff presented the project to the City Council in February 2024 to advertise for construction bids.
- Click here to access the recorded City Council Meeting and Agenda.
Contact Information
Public Works Engineering: (818) 548-3945
Public Works Project Manager: Rustom Tavitian, P.E. Email