More than 30% of the nation’s waterborne containerized shipping traffic comes through the two ports, with trucks bringing imported furniture, auto parts, electronics and clothing into the country via the 710 Freeway. To limit air pollution, Metro officials also proposed funding a program to clean truck traffic by replacing diesel freight with low- and zero-emission alternatives. Solis attempted to convince her fellow board members to cease work on the expansion, citing the federal and state decisions. But she contended that 710 Freeway would need continue to handle vital commercial traffic far into the future. Nevertheless, Metro board members and agency officials indicated they would not support any expansions of the 710 corridor that involved displacing residents.

Source: Los Angeles Times May 28, 2021 03:06 UTC