Purple Line Construction Expected To Be Complete Early May

BEVERLY HILLS, CA — Because of significantly reduced traffic and the closure of Wilshire Boulevard between Crescent Drive and Beverly Drive, construction crews are making significant progress on piling work on the Metro Purple Line Project.

Earlier this month, the Beverly Hills City Council approved the closure and a new construction timeline. The piling work was originally due to be completed in August, but is now expected to be complete in the next few weeks. Crews are now working from between 7 a.m. and 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. each day. Soft closures are in place along Wilshire Boulevard within the detour area and pedestrians can still access local businesses. This is expected to continue for the duration of the City’s declared local emergency.

“While we recognize this work is some of the most difficult and impactful to date, it is happening at a more rapid pace and will reduce future congestion in our busy business district when merchants re-open following the COVID-19 emergency,” said Mayor Lester Friedman. “We appreciate the community’s patience as crews complete this complex project as quickly and safely as possible.”