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LA Metro Board of Directors · Jan 22, 2026

Thursday4 h 57 min9 officials identified29 agenda itemsVideo: Granicus

The longest item after routine business: Strengthening transit access and mobility in the south bay through the c line extension to torrance motion, 2 h 04 min of this 4 h 57 min meeting.

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  1. 1:41Roll Call: 12 members present, 3 members absent, 0 members excused.3 min
  2. 4:58APPROVE Consent Calendar Items: 2, 12, 16, 17, 24, 25, 28, 29, 30, 33, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41**, 44, and 45. **Item requires 2/3 vote of the Full Board. Consent Calendar items are approved by one motion unless held by a Director for discussion and/or separate action.under 1 min
  3. 5:17Roll Call: 13 members present, 2 members absent, 0 members excused.under 1 min
  4. 6:05Motion to Approve 1. APPROVE Consent Calendar Items: 2, 12, 16, 17, 24, 25, 28, 29, 30, 33, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41**, 44, and 45. **Item requires 2/3 vote of the Full Board. Consent Calendar items are approved by one motion unless held by a Director for discussion and/or separate action. Moved by 0, no second required.under 1 min
  5. 6:12Vote to Approve 1. APPROVE Consent Calendar Items: 2, 12, 16, 17, 24, 25, 28, 29, 30, 33, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41**, 44, and 45. **Item requires 2/3 vote of the Full Board. Consent Calendar items are approved by one motion unless held by a Director for discussion and/or separate action. (Approved)under 1 min
  6. 6:16SEPULVEDA TRANSIT CORRIDOR PROJECT CONSIDER: A. APPROVING the Locally Preferred Alternative (LPA) as Modified Alternative 5: Heavy rail transit underground between the Van Nuys Metrolink Station and the E Line Expo/Sepulveda Station modified to provide a connection to the Metro G Line and East San Fernando Valley (ESFV) Light Rail Line at Van Nuys Boulevard; B. AUTHORIZING further design refinement and advancement of the LPA to address project cost, risk, and comments received on the Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR), including but not limited to defining an Initial Operating Segment (IOS) and a phasing plan with priority given to connecting the San Fernando Valley-at the Metro G Line and ESFV Light Rail Line at Van Nuys Boulevard-and the Westside-at the Metro D Line-including refined maintenance and storage strategy; and C. AUTHORIZING advancement of the Final EIR and any additional environmental documentation required as a result of selecting the LPA and development of an IOS.1 min
  7. 7:56Roll Call: 14 members present, 1 members absent, 0 members excused.4 min
  8. 12:19Public Speaker was called to speakPublic Speaker was called to speakFernando Dutra was called to speakKaty Yaroslavsky was called to speakKaty Yaroslavsky was called to speakLindsey Horvath was called to speakImelda Padilla was called to speakImelda Padilla was called to speakKaren Bass was called to speakKaren Bass was called to speakAra J. Najarian was called to speakHilda L. Solis was called to speakJacquelyn Dupont-Walker was called to speakJames Butts was called to speakFernando Dutra was called to speakJacquelyn Dupont-Walker was called to speakHolly J. Mitchell was called to speakHolly J. Mitchell was called to speakPublic Speaker was called to speakJames Butts was called to speakJames Butts was called to speakJanice Hahn was called to speakJanice Hahn was called to speakJacquelyn Dupont-Walker was called to speakJacquelyn Dupont-Walker was called to speakTim Sandoval was called to speakAra J. Najarian was called to speakMarlon Regisford was called to speakKaren Bass was called to speakFernando Dutra was called to speakHolly J. Mitchell was called to speakJanice Hahn was called to speakFernando Dutra was called to speakFernando Dutra was called to speakJames Butts was called to speakPublic Speaker was called to speakFernando Dutra was called to speakPublic Speaker was called to speakPublic Speaker was called to speakFernando Dutra was called to speakPublic Speaker was called to speakPublic Speaker was called to speak36 min
  9. 49:13MOTION Related to Item 10 by Directors Yaroslavsky, Bass, Padilla, Najarian, and Mitchell WE THEREFORE MOVE, that the CEO be instructed to: A. Report back within 90 days on a community engagement plan with the communities who will be directly impacted by the Modified Alternative 5 alignment, especially within the Initial Operating Segment; B. Work with the relevant City of Los Angeles council offices and the Directors who represent the areas directly impacted by the Modified Alternative 5 to identify resident community groups and other stakeholders within the proposed alignment; C. Provide outreach materials as they become available explaining Modified Alternative 5, including maps, anticipated construction impacts, and potential property or access impacts; and D. Maintain a publicly accessible outreach calendar that provides at least two weeks advance notice on any outreach workshops.27 min
  10. 1:17:02SEPULVEDA TRANSIT CORRIDOR PROJECT CONSIDER: A. APPROVING the Locally Preferred Alternative (LPA) as Modified Alternative 5: Heavy rail transit underground between the Van Nuys Metrolink Station and the E Line Expo/Sepulveda Station modified to provide a connection to the Metro G Line and East San Fernando Valley (ESFV) Light Rail Line at Van Nuys Boulevard; B. AUTHORIZING further design refinement and advancement of the LPA to address project cost, risk, and comments received on the Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR), including but not limited to defining an Initial Operating Segment (IOS) and a phasing plan with priority given to connecting the San Fernando Valley-at the Metro G Line and ESFV Light Rail Line at Van Nuys Boulevard-and the Westside-at the Metro D Line-including refined maintenance and storage strategy; and C. AUTHORIZING advancement of the Final EIR and any additional environmental documentation required as a result of selecting the LPA and development of an IOS. Moved by 0, no second required.under 1 min
  11. 1:17:39SEPULVEDA TRANSIT CORRIDOR PROJECT CONSIDER: A. APPROVING the Locally Preferred Alternative (LPA) as Modified Alternative 5: Heavy rail transit underground between the Van Nuys Metrolink Station and the E Line Expo/Sepulveda Station modified to provide a connection to the Metro G Line and East San Fernando Valley (ESFV) Light Rail Line at Van Nuys Boulevard; B. AUTHORIZING further design refinement and advancement of the LPA to address project cost, risk, and comments received on the Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR), including but not limited to defining an Initial Operating Segment (IOS) and a phasing plan with priority given to connecting the San Fernando Valley-at the Metro G Line and ESFV Light Rail Line at Van Nuys Boulevard-and the Westside-at the Metro D Line-including refined maintenance and storage strategy; and C. AUTHORIZING advancement of the Final EIR and any additional environmental documentation required as a result of selecting the LPA and development of an IOS. (Approved)under 1 min
  12. 1:18:09C LINE EXTENSION TO TORRANCE PROJECT FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT CERTIFICATIONCONSIDER: A. APPROVING the Board selected Locally Preferred Alternative (LPA), a 4.5-mile fully grade-separated light rail extension of the C Line Extension to Torrance (now K Line) with two stations in Redondo Beach and Torrance as the Project (Project); B. CERTIFYING, in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Final Environmental Impact Report (EIR); C. ADOPTING, in accordance with CEQA, the: 1. Findings of Fact and Statement of Overriding Considerations, and 2. Mitigation, Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP); and D. AUTHORIZING the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to file a Notice of Determination (NOD) with the Los Angeles County Clerk and the State of California Clearinghouse.15 min
  13. 1:33:35STRENGTHENING TRANSIT ACCESS AND MOBILITY IN THE SOUTH BAY THROUGH THE C LINE EXTENSION TO TORRANCE MOTION APPROVE Motion by Mitchell, Sandoval, Dupont-Walker, and Butts that the Board direct the Chief Executive Officer to: A. APPROVE the Hawthorne Option, a 4.5-mile light rail line with two (2) stations that extends from the existing Redondo Beach (Marine) Station at its northern terminus along Hawthorne Boulevard before rejoining the Metro Right of Way south of 190th Street to its southern terminus station at the Torrance Transit Center, as the Project (Project); B. CERTIFY in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) the Final Environmental Impact Report (EIR); C. ADOPT, in accordance with CEQA, the: 1. Findings of Fact and Statement of Overriding Considerations for the Hawthorne Option, and 2. Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Plan (MMRP); and D. AUTHORIZE the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to file a Notice of Determination (NOD) with the Los Angeles County Clerk and the State of California Clearinghouse. WE, FURTHER MOVE, that the Board direct the Chief Executive Officer to: E. Report back on recommendations for enhanced pedestrian access to the South Bay Galleria Station in addition to or instead of the proposed mid-block pedestrian crossing and signalized crossing, including the benefits and challenges of a pedestrian bridge; F. Expand Metro's construction mitigation programs for the C Line Extension to Torrance Project, including but not limited to the Business Interruption Fund (BIF); Eat, Shop, and Play Program; and the Business Solutions Center; G. Upon commencement of preparations to establish the BIF, report back to the board: 1. An analysis of the construction impacts on the business corridor along the Project and updated construction timeline; and 2. Activities to support the establishment of the BIF on the Project and coordination across Metro's other construction mitigat2 h 04 min
  14. 3:38:34Roll Call: 15 members present, 0 members absent, 0 members excused.46 min
  15. 4:24:58STRENGTHENING TRANSIT ACCESS AND MOBILITY IN THE SOUTH BAY THROUGH THE C LINE EXTENSION TO TORRANCE MOTION APPROVE Motion by Mitchell, Sandoval, Dupont-Walker, and Butts that the Board direct the Chief Executive Officer to: A. APPROVE the Hawthorne Option, a 4.5-mile light rail line with two (2) stations that extends from the existing Redondo Beach (Marine) Station at its northern terminus along Hawthorne Boulevard before rejoining the Metro Right of Way south of 190th Street to its southern terminus station at the Torrance Transit Center, as the Project (Project); B. CERTIFY in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) the Final Environmental Impact Report (EIR); C. ADOPT, in accordance with CEQA, the: 1. Findings of Fact and Statement of Overriding Considerations for the Hawthorne Option, and 2. Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Plan (MMRP); and D. AUTHORIZE the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to file a Notice of Determination (NOD) with the Los Angeles County Clerk and the State of California Clearinghouse. WE, FURTHER MOVE, that the Board direct the Chief Executive Officer to: E. Report back on recommendations for enhanced pedestrian access to the South Bay Galleria Station in addition to or instead of the proposed mid-block pedestrian crossing and signalized crossing, including the benefits and challenges of a pedestrian bridge; F. Expand Metro's construction mitigation programs for the C Line Extension to Torrance Project, including but not limited to the Business Interruption Fund (BIF); Eat, Shop, and Play Program; and the Business Solutions Center; G. Upon commencement of preparations to establish the BIF, report back to the board: 1. An analysis of the construction impacts on the business corridor along the Project and updated construction timeline; and 2. Activities to support the establishment of the BIF on the Project and coordination across Metro's other co1 min
  16. 4:26:06STRENGTHENING TRANSIT ACCESS AND MOBILITY IN THE SOUTH BAY THROUGH THE C LINE EXTENSION TO TORRANCE MOTION APPROVE Motion by Mitchell, Sandoval, Dupont-Walker, and Butts that the Board direct the Chief Executive Officer to: A. APPROVE the Hawthorne Option, a 4.5-mile light rail line with two (2) stations that extends from the existing Redondo Beach (Marine) Station at its northern terminus along Hawthorne Boulevard before rejoining the Metro Right of Way south of 190th Street to its southern terminus station at the Torrance Transit Center, as the Project (Project); B. CERTIFY in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) the Final Environmental Impact Report (EIR); C. ADOPT, in accordance with CEQA, the: 1. Findings of Fact and Statement of Overriding Considerations for the Hawthorne Option, and 2. Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Plan (MMRP); and D. AUTHORIZE the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to file a Notice of Determination (NOD) with the Los Angeles County Clerk and the State of California Clearinghouse. WE, FURTHER MOVE, that the Board direct the Chief Executive Officer to: E. Report back on recommendations for enhanced pedestrian access to the South Bay Galleria Station in addition to or instead of the proposed mid-block pedestrian crossing and signalized crossing, including the benefits and challenges of a pedestrian bridge; F. Expand Metro's construction mitigation programs for the C Line Extension to Torrance Project, including but not limited to the Business Interruption Fund (BIF); Eat, Shop, and Play Program; and the Business Solutions Center; G. Upon commencement of preparations to establish the BIF, report back to the board: 1. An analysis of the construction impacts on the business corridor along the Project and updated construction timeline; and 2. Activities to support the establishment of the BIF on the Project and coordination across Metro's other consunder 1 min
  17. 4:26:54MEASURE M PROGRAM ADOPT a resolution that authorizes the Chief Executive Officer to: A. ESTABLISH the Measure M Short-Term Borrowing Program (Attachment A); and B. EXECUTE and deliver all necessary documents related to the Measure M Short-Term Borrowing Program to enter into revolving credit agreements (Attachment B). (REQUIRES SEPARATE, SIMPLE MAJORITY VOTE OF THE BOARD)3 min
  18. 4:30:49MEASURE M PROGRAM ADOPT a resolution that authorizes the Chief Executive Officer to: A. ESTABLISH the Measure M Short-Term Borrowing Program (Attachment A); and B. EXECUTE and deliver all necessary documents related to the Measure M Short-Term Borrowing Program to enter into revolving credit agreements (Attachment B). (REQUIRES SEPARATE, SIMPLE MAJORITY VOTE OF THE BOARD) Moved by 0, no second required.under 1 min
  19. 4:30:59MEASURE M PROGRAM ADOPT a resolution that authorizes the Chief Executive Officer to: A. ESTABLISH the Measure M Short-Term Borrowing Program (Attachment A); and B. EXECUTE and deliver all necessary documents related to the Measure M Short-Term Borrowing Program to enter into revolving credit agreements (Attachment B). (REQUIRES SEPARATE, SIMPLE MAJORITY VOTE OF THE BOARD) (Approved)under 1 min
  20. 4:31:02I-105 EXPRESSLANES PROJECT - TOLL REVENUE BONDS AND TIFIA LOAN FINANCINGS ADOPT: A. a Resolution (Attachment A) that authorizes the issuance and sale of a combined aggregate principal amount not to exceed $1.7 billion for the I-105 ExpressLanes Project in the form of the Toll Revenue First Lien Bonds in one or more series, Toll Revenue Third Lien Bonds, and/or TIFIA Loan Agreement and the taking all other actions necessary in connection with the issuance of the bonds and/or loan; and (REQUIRES SEPARATE, SIMPLE MAJORITY VOTE OF THE BOARD) B. the revised Toll Policy (Attachment B).under 1 min
  21. 4:31:35I-105 EXPRESSLANES PROJECT - TOLL REVENUE BONDS AND TIFIA LOAN FINANCINGS ADOPT: A. a Resolution (Attachment A) that authorizes the issuance and sale of a combined aggregate principal amount not to exceed $1.7 billion for the I-105 ExpressLanes Project in the form of the Toll Revenue First Lien Bonds in one or more series, Toll Revenue Third Lien Bonds, and/or TIFIA Loan Agreement and the taking all other actions necessary in connection with the issuance of the bonds and/or loan; and (REQUIRES SEPARATE, SIMPLE MAJORITY VOTE OF THE BOARD) B. the revised Toll Policy (Attachment B). Moved by 0, no second required.under 1 min
  22. 4:31:48I-105 EXPRESSLANES PROJECT - TOLL REVENUE BONDS AND TIFIA LOAN FINANCINGS ADOPT: A. a Resolution (Attachment A) that authorizes the issuance and sale of a combined aggregate principal amount not to exceed $1.7 billion for the I-105 ExpressLanes Project in the form of the Toll Revenue First Lien Bonds in one or more series, Toll Revenue Third Lien Bonds, and/or TIFIA Loan Agreement and the taking all other actions necessary in connection with the issuance of the bonds and/or loan; and (REQUIRES SEPARATE, SIMPLE MAJORITY VOTE OF THE BOARD) B. the revised Toll Policy (Attachment B). (Approved)under 1 min
  23. 4:31:51METRO GOVERNANCE REVIEW MOTION APPROVE Motion By Dutra, Barger, Horvath, Padilla, Najarian, and Dupont-Walker that the Board direct the Chief Executive Officer to: A. A benchmarking analysis of peer transit agencies of comparable size, scope, and governance complexity, including a summary of each agency's governing board composition, appointment or selection structure, voting authority, and any relevant statutory or local governance provisions; B. An overview of the governing body composition of other major public agencies operating within the Los Angeles Metropolitan region, particularly those with regionwide responsibilities or significant public investment oversight, to provide local context on common approaches to representation and jurisdictional participation; C. An explanation of the historical context for Metro's current Board composition, including agency consolidation and the evolution of the agency's governance structure and key considerations that shaped representation; D. A compilation of basic demographic and jurisdictional context for Los Angeles County, including a snapshot of incorporated cities and unincorporated areas, population distribution, and governance geography, presented for informational purposes to support the Committee's understanding of regional representation; and E. A plan for community and stakeholder engagement, including but not limited to Los Angeles County Councils of Government, to ensure any recommendation reflects the diverse viewpoints of local residents, organizations, and municipalities.5 min
  24. 4:37:21METRO GOVERNANCE REVIEW MOTION APPROVE Motion By Dutra, Barger, Horvath, Padilla, Najarian, and Dupont-Walker that the Board direct the Chief Executive Officer to: A. A benchmarking analysis of peer transit agencies of comparable size, scope, and governance complexity, including a summary of each agency's governing board composition, appointment or selection structure, voting authority, and any relevant statutory or local governance provisions; B. An overview of the governing body composition of other major public agencies operating within the Los Angeles Metropolitan region, particularly those with regionwide responsibilities or significant public investment oversight, to provide local context on common approaches to representation and jurisdictional participation; C. An explanation of the historical context for Metro's current Board composition, including agency consolidation and the evolution of the agency's governance structure and key considerations that shaped representation; D. A compilation of basic demographic and jurisdictional context for Los Angeles County, including a snapshot of incorporated cities and unincorporated areas, population distribution, and governance geography, presented for informational purposes to support the Committee's understanding of regional representation; and E. A plan for community and stakeholder engagement, including but not limited to Los Angeles County Councils of Government, to ensure any recommendation reflects the diverse viewpoints of local residents, organizations, and municipalities. Moved by 0, no second required.under 1 min
  25. 4:37:28METRO GOVERNANCE REVIEW MOTION APPROVE Motion By Dutra, Barger, Horvath, Padilla, Najarian, and Dupont-Walker that the Board direct the Chief Executive Officer to: A. A benchmarking analysis of peer transit agencies of comparable size, scope, and governance complexity, including a summary of each agency's governing board composition, appointment or selection structure, voting authority, and any relevant statutory or local governance provisions; B. An overview of the governing body composition of other major public agencies operating within the Los Angeles Metropolitan region, particularly those with regionwide responsibilities or significant public investment oversight, to provide local context on common approaches to representation and jurisdictional participation; C. An explanation of the historical context for Metro's current Board composition, including agency consolidation and the evolution of the agency's governance structure and key considerations that shaped representation; D. A compilation of basic demographic and jurisdictional context for Los Angeles County, including a snapshot of incorporated cities and unincorporated areas, population distribution, and governance geography, presented for informational purposes to support the Committee's understanding of regional representation; and E. A plan for community and stakeholder engagement, including but not limited to Los Angeles County Councils of Government, to ensure any recommendation reflects the diverse viewpoints of local residents, organizations, and municipalities. (Approved)under 1 min
  26. 4:37:32Item title withheldit could name a private person · 3 min
  27. 4:40:49REMARKS BY THE CHAIR RECEIVE remarks by the Chair.4 min
  28. 4:44:55REPORT BY THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER RECEIVE report by the Chief Executive Officer.5 min
  29. 4:50:41GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT RECEIVE General Public Comment6 min

What happened

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  1. Staff presented the Sepulveda Transit Corridor item, asking the board to approve Modified Alternative 5 as the locally preferred alternative and authorize further design refinement and a final EIR.7:34
  2. A roll call vote was taken on the Sepulveda motion as amended, and the motion was announced as carrying as amended.1:17:34
  3. Staff presented the C Line extension to Torrance, recommending certification of the final EIR and approval of the board-selected locally preferred alternative as the project.1:20:31

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Hamlet, “LA Metro Board of Directors, Jan 22, 2026: Los Angeles.” https://cities.myhamlet.com/la/metro-board/meetings/2026-01-22. Data as of Oct 9, 2026 (version d14b03c); meeting of Jan 22, 2026.