City of West Hollywood Encourages Community Participation as Metro Prepares to Decide on K-Line Northern Extension Route

The City of West Hollywood is getting the word out that Metro will soon make the final decision on the route, known as the Locally Preferred Alternative (LPA), for the Northern Extension of the Metro K-Line, the project that will bring Metro rail service to West Hollywood. Metro is currently studying underground rail options through West Hollywood, Mid-City (Los Angeles), and Hollywood. During the next ten days, after years of community outreach and technical studies, the Metro Board of Directors will vote to select one of three potential route alternatives.

The City of West Hollywood supports the San Vicente-Fairfax route, which would serve more jobs, residents, and destinations than the other options. This alternative could include up to three stations in West Hollywood and a fourth station just outside the city limits at North La Cienega and Beverly Boulevards, as well as a terminus at the Hollywood Bowl.

"The San Vicente-Fairfax route will put more than 125,000 jobs within a half mile of new Metro stations with connections to four other rail lines and 6 of the 10 busiest Metro bus lines," said City of West Hollywood Mayor John Heilman. "With more riders, more jobs, and more destinations, the choice is simple: San Vicente-Fairfax is the best route. Let's finish the line!"

Metro has posted the agenda for its Planning and Programming Committee meeting, scheduled for Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 11 a.m. The agenda includes consideration of the K-Line Northern Extension Locally Preferred Alternative (LPA). The final board report and supporting attachments, including Metro staff recommendations, are available here. The full Metro Board of Directors will then consider the item at its meeting on Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 10 a.m.

West Hollywood residents, businesses, and community stakeholders are encouraged to attend one of Metro's upcoming Board meetings to support this transformational investment and the San Vicente-Fairfax route that would serve more of West Hollywood.

Meeting details:

• Metro Planning and Programming Committee
• Wednesday, March 18, 2026 - 11 a.m.

• Metro Board of Directors Meeting
• Thursday, March 26, 2026 - 10 a.m.

Both meetings are located at Metro Headquarters in Downtown Los Angeles with options for in-person or virtual participation.

• Metro Headquarters
  One Gateway Plaza, 3^rd Floor
  Los Angeles, CA 90012
  Metro Board Room
  (Those wishing to make public comment in person should register upon arrival.)

• Watch online: https://boardagendas.metro.net

• Listen by phone: Dial 888-978-8818
  Access Code: 5647249# (English)
  Access Code: 7292892# (Español)

The City of West Hollywood will provide free Cityline shuttle service for community members who wish to attend the Metro Board of Directors meeting in person on Thursday, March 26, 2026 and provide public comment. Cityline shuttles will depart from West Hollywood Park at 8:15 a.m. and return at approximately 2:30 p.m. Coffee, light refreshments, and materials supporting the San Vicente-Fairfax route will be provided. Space is limited. Those interested in attending may reserve a spot at https://www.weho.org/metro, Community members are also encouraged to travel to Downtown Los Angeles on their own if they prefer.

While live public comment at Metro meetings is expected to have the greatest impact, comments may also be submitted in writing or by phone. Instructions, along with sample comment letters and emails, are available at https://www.weho.org/metro.

For more information about the future Northern Extension of the Metro K-Line, please contact David Fenn, City of West Hollywood Senior Planner, at (323) 848-6336 or at [email protected]. For people who are Deaf or hard of hearing, dial 711 or 1-800-735-2929 (TTY) or 1-800-735-2922 (voice) for California Relay Service (CRS) assistance.

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For reporters and members of the media seeking additional information about the City of West Hollywood, please contact the City of West Hollywood's Public Information Officer, Sheri A. Lunn, at (323) 848-6391 or [email protected].