Public meeting tonight on 405 Freeway expansion

Another public hearing takes place this evening for the $950-million expansion project for the northbound San Diego (405) Freeway. The widening adds a 10-mile carpool lane from the Ventura (10) Freeway to the Santa Monica (10) Freeway.

This meeting includes a new design proposal for the freeway widening and would spare 30 properties in Brentwood Glen and the Village Church that are at risk of being taken through eminent domain under another plan already on the table. The new proposal also includes plans for a hook-ramp design exit at Sherman Oaks Avenue that could take four residential properties on Sepulveda Boulevard. Seven Sherman Oaks homes could also be razed under plans.

Final decision on the project is expected this fall.

Tonight's meeting takes place from 5 to 9 p.m. at Skirball Cultural Center, 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles, 90049. Residents can ask Caltrans employees questions about the proposals. The hearing of public comments begins at 6:30 p.m.

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