What are the major components of the Santa Monica Boulevard Projects greenspace and landscape plan?
Almost 1,200 new Evergreen Elm, Jacaranda, Silk Floss, Queen Palm trees and lush flowers and grasses were planted on the sidewalks and in the new median islands as part of the Project’s landscaping plan. The City also created a variety of green spaces including pocket parks, landscaped areas around bus stops and areas to showcase public art. With the Veterans Memorial planned for the intersection of Santa Monica Boulevard and Holloway Drive, the City created an additional park area. The street planting work includes installation of approximately 9,500 cubic yards of structural soil, a new landscape technology which keeps the tree roots moist and healthy while preventing long term uplift and damage to the new sidewalks. In addition, the West Hollywood City Council allocated $2 million of the Santa Monica Boulevard Reconstruction Project budget for greenspace acquisition.
