LA Metro Approves Dodger Stadium Gondola Project Amid Controversy

The project faces opposition from Chinatown residents and concerns over potential gentrification, despite receiving initial approval.

The LA Metro board approved the Final Environmental Impact Report for the Dodger Stadium gondola project, marking a significant step towards its realization.
Opposition from Chinatown residents and local councilmembers centers on concerns over gentrification, noise pollution, and the alteration of neighborhood landscapes.
The gondola aims to transport 5,000 passengers per hour over a 1.2-mile route, offering a seven-minute ride to Dodger Stadium.
Community benefits agreements and conditions, including free rides for Chinatown residents and a regional bus program, have been proposed to address community concerns.
The project's cost has escalated from $125 million to between $385 million and $500 million, with funding and final approvals still pending.