Meeting to Describe How the L.A. River Banks Will Be Transformed

Want to learn about beautification efforts for the Los Angeles River from Coldwater Canyon to Whitsett Avenue? A community meeting is scheduled 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Beverly Garland Hotel, 4222 Vineland Ave., North Hollywood.

The goal is to  make five miles of continuous river trail by linking existing trail segments, according to a flier for the event.

The L.A. River Greenway Walking Trail and Habitat Restoration Project includes:

• Half-mile scenic riverfront walking trail
• Bridges the gap between existing sections of the L.A. River Greenway Trail to create five continuous miles of L.A. River Greenway Trail
• River-themed entry gate
• Native habitat restoration and removal of non-native trees
• Planting over 4,000 native trees, shrubs, and plants
• Benches and picnic area for river viewing
• Native habitat walk and river viewing area
• River-themed fencing
• Trail and trail access compliant with Americans with Disabilities Act