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ChiefSavelli

  1. Meeting today with Hollywood area Tour Van operators to discuss enforcement strategies to ensure available parking for shoppers & tourists
  2. @Teresa623 I will send this info to the area Captain to check into this situation .
  3. AMGEN Tour of CA just finished. Streets in downtown re-opening. Area around Staples Center jammed avoid area. LA Kings start play in 10 min.
  4. @Teresa623 @911LAPD Hello Teresa, sorry I missed your tweets, has the problem been resolved? Send location & we will coordinate w/santition
  5. Avoid Downtown LA, especially SUNDAY as 3 events converge @ Staples Center; AmGen Tour De CA, Kings playoff game & Clippers playoff game :-)
  6. Huge weekend! LADOT Officers will be deployed @ 6 playoff games @ Staples, 2 games @ Dodgers Stadium, Bicycle Tour of CA & Pasadena Marathon
  7. Thankfully the DOT Crossing Guard & the 2 pedestrians did not sustain serious injuries One to remain hopitalized overnight for observation
  8. LADOT Crossing Guard, a child & their parent were hit by a car today while crossing the street. Please obey the crossing guard at all times!
  9. Traffic Officers do not control fine amounts, they are determined by City Leaders. Please respect the Officers and the work they must do.
  10. LADOT in City Hall now with Budget and Finance Committee. Discussing FY 12/13 budget proposals.
  11. Somber day for LADOT Traffic Officers, 31yr Veteran Officer Jesse Brisco's funeral is today. Our thoughts are with the Brisco family.
  12. Downtown LA Today: Many street closures for May Day marches & protests, avoid the area if possible. Please obey Traffic Officers directions!
  13. Attending LA City Council Meeting! Fridays are always interesting as there are several presentations or special announcements.
  14. LADOT Traffic Officers will close DTLA streets today for CicLAvia! Come ride your bike, skate or walk around DTLA, car free for a few hours!
  15. Good News! LADOT X'ing Guard, who was hit by a car, breaking both legs, has been released from the hospital. He's on the road to recovery!
  16. It is raining in Downtown LA, be careful! Sometimes rain water/debris can obscure curb painting/markings, check the curb & avoid citation.
  17. CycLAvia on Sunday, April 15th. File your taxes then head to downtown LA where roads are closed (by LADOT) to allow bicyclists to enjoy DTLA
  18. LADOT X'ing Guard, hit by car while crossing children yesterday, is recovering well; sustained two broken legs. We hope for speedy recovery!
  19. Working hard at LADOT, Did you know over 220 Traffic Officers were deployed to direct traffic & close roads for the LA Marathon! Great Job!
  20. LADOT Traffic Officers andensuring smooth traffic flow around the Academy Awards