The streets around Harrison Elementary School in Stockton could become a little safer under a $556,000 grant from the California Transportation Commission.
The grant was part of $3.8 billion being distributed by the commission, with the bulk of the funds coming from the federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2021. The act has been touted by the Biden administration as one of its crowning achievements.
“These projects will create safer and more equitable and climate-resilient transportation options for all Californians,” California Department of Transportation Director Tony Tavares said in a statement.
For Harrison, situated northeast of downtown at 3203 Sanguinetti Lane, the grant is to be used for new sidewalks, curb ramps, pedestrian crosswalks, intersection lighting and a bike lane. There also will be a new flashing beacon and a new traffic signal to alert drivers to the presence of walkers and bikers, the commission said.
The goal is to improve safety along Sanguinetti, Alpine Avenue, Wilson Way and Mistletoe Avenue near the school.
Also announced was $4.2 million for the San Joaquin Regional Rail Commission and San Joaquin Joint Powers Authority to acquire the right of way ahead of a planned Valley Rail station in Madera.
And $9.4 million is being allocated to install new sidewalks, curb ramps and bike lanes in the Calaveras County community of Angels Camp. The improvements will help meet the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act.