TRAFFIC SYNCHRONIZATION DOWNTOWN AREA PROJECT

SCOPE OF WORK:

Traffic Signal Synchronization is an engineering technique of managing traffic signal green lights at successive intersections along a street corridor to maximize the efficiency of vehicle progression.  Traffic signal synchronization works by calculating the arrival time for a group (i.e., platoon) of vehicles at each intersection that are traveling at the designated posted speed limit. The traffic signals are designed to optimize traffic flow and minimize delay at each intersection, however, if motorists are traveling above the posted speed limit, they would arrive early at the next intersection and encounter a red light.

• Improved air quality and reduced fuel consumption;
• Reduction in congestion and time savings for commercial and emergency vehicles, buses, and the public;
• Reduction in the number of serious accidents;
• Reduction in aggressive driving behavior, including red-light running; and
• Elimination of the need to construct additional road capacity.

Synchronization results in reduced stopping and delay at the intersections which helps limit unnecessary vehicle idling, pollution, and travel times, thereby resulting in reduced greenhouse gas emissions and ultimately promoting safety for non-motorized users.

CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE:

December 12-23, 2022 barring unforeseen circumstance

PROJECT LOCATION:

Glendale plans to implement the optimized and synchronized signal timing for up to 50 signalized intersections along major five corridors in the downtown area, including, Central Avenue, Brand Boulevard, Glendale Avenue, Broadway, and Colorado Street. The optimized timing will also include leading pedestrian interval timing to improve safety and walkability in the downtown area. 

This is part of the Regional Arterial Traffic Performance Measurement System (RATPeMS) Project. To learn more, click here.

CONTACT INFO:

Public Works Engineering, (818) 548-3945

Public Works Project Manager: Saed Roudsari, sroudsari@glendaleca.gov