Fresno Council Approved Intersection Safety Upgrades
The city received $1.74 million in state funds to improve safety at N Van Ness Boulevard and E Clinton Avenue.
Updated on Sept. 22, 2026 in Utilities
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On August 17, 2026, the Fresno City Council authorized $1.74 million in state funding for intersection safety improvements. The project focuses on N Van Ness Boulevard and E Clinton Avenue to enhance traffic flow and pedestrian access.
Why it matters
The city designated this intersection as a high-priority area for safety improvements to protect road users. These upgrades utilize modern signaling technology to better manage traffic and accommodate pedestrians.
The city allocated $1.74 million for the project, which draws from the $5.4 billion annual Senate Bill 1 fund. Planned physical changes include the reconstruction of four curb ramps and the removal of two sidewalk trees.
The players
Fresno City Council
This is the legislative body responsible for governing the city of Fresno and managing municipal infrastructure projects.
The details
The project will install protected left-turn signals, accessible pedestrian signals, and countdown pedestrian heads to improve safety. Furthermore, the installation of new technology will allow the city to remotely monitor and manage signal operations at the intersection.
Timeline
The City Council approved the funding on August 17, 2026.
Market Landscape
This project represents a local application of the statewide infrastructure investment strategy established by Senate Bill 1. By utilizing these state-level resources, Fresno is prioritizing the modernization of aging municipal transit assets.
Drivers can expect increased safety features like protected left-turn intervals and improved traffic monitoring. Pedestrians will benefit from the addition of accessible signals and fully ADA-compliant curb ramps.
The takeaway
The upgrade modernizes signal technology to reduce accidents for both vehicles and pedestrians. The city plans to offset the removal of two sidewalk trees by planting replacements under the Urban Forest Management plan.
Further reading
For more information on local infrastructure developments, visit the Utilities section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Fresno Bee.
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