The project will provide a complete and independent review of the existing configuration and operations of La Mesa Boulevard (Rd) between University Avenue and Jackson Dr. (Figure 1: Project Area). The review included individual analysis of the operations and functionality of the three roundabouts located at Memorial Dr., Rosehedge Dr., and Glen Street, as well […]
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La Mesa, “The Jewel of the Hills” the “American Hometown” has a wide variety of community destinations for its residents along with beautiful walkable neighborhoods. The challenge is to bring La Mesa’s Urban Trails mobility action plan into a visual reality that not only informs the user of basic navigation, but also connects the resident […]
As a part of the City of La Mesa’s Climate Action Plan, the City is aiming to divert 75% of waste from landfills by the year 2035. This goal is to be achieved with both residential and business involvement. Students in Communications 485 developed public relations proposals supporting zero waste and active transport to help […]
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Marketing research and marketing plan proposals for active transportation in partnership with Sage Project and the City of La Mesa. Read the final student report delivered to the local gov/community partner. The Sage Project Contact Info Kristofer Patron Program Administrator kpatron@sdsu.edu (619) 594-0103 University Faculty Contact Local Government / Community Contact […]
Read More… from Advertising Research for Active Transportation in La Mesa (Part II)
Marketing research and marketing plan proposals for active transportation in partnership with Sage Project and the City of La Mesa. Read the final student report delivered to the local gov/community partner. The Sage Project Contact Info Kristofer Patron Program Administrator kpatron@sdsu.edu (619) 594-0103 University Faculty Contact Local Government / Community Contact […]
Read More… from Advertising Research for Active Transportation in La Mesa (Part I)
Read the final student report delivered to the local gov/community partner. The Sage Project Contact Info Kristofer Patron Program Administrator kpatron@sdsu.edu (619) 594-0103 University Faculty Contact Chris McCampbell Art Local Government / Community Contact City of Lemon Grove […]
In order to make access to public transportation safer and more convenient, a gateway bridge above Interstate-8 solely for the use of bicyclists and pedestrians is proposed. This new connection is required to provide pedestrians with a safe mode of travel to the nearest trolley station while simultaneously ensuring a sustainable design for future maintenance. […]
Read More… from 70th Street Trolley Station Pedestrian Bridge – Atlas Civil Engineering
FTN Engineering has been hired by the City of La Mesa to design a pedestrian bridge with the goal of creating a safe and efficient route for residents of La Mesa to access the 70th Street Trolley Station. FTN was hired on the basis of years of collective experience and personal familiarity of working within […]
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Zero Waste La Mesa is a program that focuses on creating a clearer and cleaner environment for their community. The program aims to reduce harmful emissions and support the city’s vision in creating a safer and healthier environment by diverting 75% of their waste from the landfill, at home composting, donation and recycling. To help […]
In this report, we review successful Zero Waste initiatives and describe the process of developing a local system with the goal of reducing landfilled waste disposal. Furthermore, we characterize the current waste system in the City of La Mesa and make recommendations to incorporate transparency about organic composting into the already existing model. Recommendations include […]