The city of Woodland has been awarded $800,000 in Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) funding for two important projects that will make Woodland pedestrians, bikers and motorists safer.

According to a city press release, the first awarded project for which the city was granted $451,750, will look to improve the intersection at West and Beamer streets. The project will upgrade hardware, improve signal timing, and install left turn lanes and ADA ramps at the intersection.

The second awarded project, for which the city was granted $349,920, will go towards the construction of pedestrian crossing improvements at up to five high-use crossings, including local schools.The locations include Freeman and Tafoya Elementary Schools, the Dignity Health Complex crossing on Cottonwood Street, and the multi-use path crossings on Farmers Central and Heritage Parkway in the Spring Lake area.

The project will upgrade the crossings to include rapid flashing beacons and replace solar speed feedback signs with more reliable units.

HSIP funding focuses on improving public road safety, including non-state-owned roads. The program awards funding based on projects’ potential to reduce crashes through crash reduction countermeasures.

These grant resources will help offset local road maintenance funding set aside for these projects. “Investment in our roads and other transportation infrastructure is one of our most important roles as a City,” stated Woodland Mayor Rich Lansburgh. “These grant funds will help us improve safety and travel efficiency for all Woodlanders.”

In addition, the pedestrian crossing improvements detailed above further the city’s commitment to supporting Woodland Joint Unified School District students.

“The safety of our students and staff is our top priority,” WJUSD Superintendent Elodia Ortega-Lampkin stated. “These improvements will provide greater security for our students, families, and staff as they walk and bike to school. We appreciate the city of Woodland’s partnership in making our schools and community safer for everyone.”

To explore other city Projects, visit cityofwoodland.gov.