Access to Hollywood sign studied
Gates across streets, a viewing platform and warning signs in various languages were suggested Tuesday as ways of handling tourists who flock to see the Hollywood sign.
An old idea — an aerial tram connecting Travel Town and the ridge behind the sign — was suggested by Hank Pinczower, a 50-year resident of the hillside neighborhood. “It would be a moneymaker for the city” and get tourists off local streets, he told about 120 homeowners and city officials.
Tour company owner Patrick Hickey proposed that the city collect fees from each Hollywood tour bus and van that could be used for private security guards to patrol roads beneath the sign, watching for people smoking or blocking streets while they take photographs.
City Councilman Tom LaBonge, who organized the meeting, said officials will meet Thursday with tour company operators to hear more of their ideas.
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