Alhambra is in the perfect location for density. Proximity to downtown and Pasadena, generally flat land, a vibrant downtown core, and an incredible food scene. The city is small - 9 square miles - and lacking for empty lots. Therefore, the only direction to build is up. One thing this map is missing is the multiple LA Metro rail lines that are poised to connect the city with the rest of the county and supercharge its urbanism: 1) D Line extension eastbound along Main St, Las Tunas, and Live Oak 2) Valley Blvd Light Rail 3) Atlantic Light Rail connecting E Line (Atlantic) to A Line (Fillmore) I would also cover the rail tracks along Mission Rd and convert it to a linear park. I would convert the Palm St industrial corridor into an arts district with venues, galleries, and living space. All major streets would feature sidewalk widening. Why does Alhambra need urbanism like this? Despite being close to LA's action centers, it's still rapid-transit-deprived and car-oriented. Metro A and E Lines swerve around Alhambra, and most commercial corridors are full of strip malls. The city has no bike lanes and a dearth of bike racks. The 10 causes air quality issues, hence the lane reductions proposed to the freeway. Bike lanes, bus lanes, wider sidewalks, and a fully pedestrianized Main Street, paired with multi-story mixed-use street-facing developments, will encourage local activity. Finally, adding attractions and rapid transit rail lines will boost regional interconnectivity.