Overview
- Mayor Karen Bass signed an executive directive at the 1,000-day mark to accelerate mobility work, right-of-way upgrades and permitting tied to the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
- The directive installs the Office of Major Events under Paul Krekorian to coordinate departments, convene working groups and manage venue-area operations and services.
- City Planning was urged to draft an ordinance allowing certain temporary Olympic structures to bypass some zoning approvals, a step that requires City Council approval and could enable select temporary facilities to become permanent.
- Metro is a central partner, with CEO Stephanie Wiggins backing the effort as the agency advances bus expansions and the D-Line extension, and reports 32% of its “28 by 2028” projects complete.
- Preparations prioritize accessibility and tight budgets, with plans to reprioritize existing infrastructure near venues and explore renting city properties to visiting delegations and organizations.