Hour 2 - California has denied Los Angeles' request for more time on $100 million in street improvement projects, while a controversial new transportation bill is drawing criticism from drivers who fear even longer commutes. As Southern Californians grapple with the nation's highest gas prices, some are turning to public transit—evidenced by a double-digit ridership increase at Pasadena's Metro A Line stations. Guest Michael Schneider joins Monks & Merrill to discuss the future of mobility, street safety, and transportation policy across Los Angeles.

<p>Hour 2 - California has denied Los Angeles' request for more time on $100 million in street improvement projects, while a controversial new transportation bill is drawing criticism from drivers who fear even longer commutes. As Southern Californians grapple with the nation's highest gas prices, some are turning to public transit&mdash;evidenced by a double-digit ridership increase at Pasadena's Metro A Line stations. Guest Michael Schneider joins Monks &amp; Merrill to discuss the future of mobility, street safety, and transportation policy across Los Angeles.</p>

Monks & Merrill, with Michael Monks and Chris Merrill.

<p>Monks &amp; Merrill, with Michael Monks and Chris Merrill.</p>

Monks & Merrill

Road Rage or Road Reform

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