Peck Rd sign (File Photo – John Qieng)
Los Angeles County Chair Pro Tem and First District Supervisor Hilda L. Solis has applauded the approval of two major traffic signal synchronization projects designed to reduce congestion, improve pedestrian safety, and boost the overall efficiency of key transportation corridors in the San Gabriel Valley and East Los Angeles. These initiatives aim to modernize roadways and promote safer, more sustainable travel for local residents.
By News Desk
“These projects represent a long-term investment in a safer, more efficient transportation network for families,” said Supervisor Solis. “By synchronizing signals and upgrading intersections, we’re helping our communities move forward—safely and sustainably. This is about delivering real improvements that people will feel in their daily lives, whether they are walking, driving, or taking public transportation.”
Peck Road Traffic Signal Synchronization Program
The first of the two approved projects, the Peck Road Traffic Signal Synchronization Program, will enhance traffic flow along Peck Road, from Hemlock Street to Workman Mill Road. This initiative will span multiple communities, including El Monte, Industry, and South El Monte, as well as unincorporated areas of Whittier and Whittier Narrows.
The project will synchronize and modernize traffic signals, incorporate pedestrian safety upgrades, and improve intersections. These changes will benefit not only drivers but also ensure safer passage for pedestrians along this busy corridor.
The total estimated cost for the Peck Road project is $3.33 million, funded through various channels, including Highways-Through-Cities funds, city contributions, and Proposition C funds. The County will provide $2.28 million from Highways-Through-Cities funding, while the City of El Monte will contribute approximately $1.92 million. The City of Industry and South El Monte will contribute $236,100 and $548,800, respectively.
Construction is set to begin in June 2026, with completion expected by January 2028.
Eastern Avenue Traffic Signal Synchronization Program
In another action, the Board of Supervisors approved the Eastern Avenue Traffic Signal Synchronization Program, which will enhance traffic flow along Eastern Avenue in unincorporated East Los Angeles. This project will modernize traffic signals from Medford Street to Olympic Boulevard and include crucial pedestrian safety improvements.
The total cost for the Eastern Avenue project is estimated to be between $1.2 million and $1.8 million for construction, with the overall project cost reaching $2.75 million. Funding will come from $1.02 million in Proposition C discretionary grant funds, awarded through the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s (Metro) 2013 Call for Projects, along with $1.73 million from the County’s Proposition C local return funds.
Construction for this project is scheduled to begin in June 2026, with an anticipated completion date of March 2027.
Supporting Sustainable Transportation Goals
Both projects are key to Los Angeles County’s ongoing effort to modernize transportation infrastructure and improve connectivity across jurisdictions. The synchronized signals, combined with improvements in bus priority measures, aim to create a fully coordinated transportation network—an essential step as the county prepares for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
“These projects are part of our ongoing commitment to support a modern, transit-first system that works for all residents,” said Supervisor Solis. “By prioritizing safety and efficiency, we’re making real strides toward a more sustainable and accessible transportation network for the entire region.”
Importantly, neither project will impact the County’s General Fund, as they are funded through specific transportation funds and contributions from local municipalities.
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