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CITY OF BANNING
STAFF REPORT

 
 
TO:
CITY COUNCIL
 
FROM:
Elizabeth Gibbs, City Manager
 
PREPARED BY:
Nate Smith, Deputy Director of Public Works/City Engineer
Art Vela, Director of Public Works
 
MEETING DATE:
October 27, 2026
 
SUBJECT:

Update on the Upcoming City of Beaumont Traffic Signal Smart Technology Project Along the Highland Springs Avenue Corridor

 

STAFF RECOMMENDATION:

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BACKGROUND:

The City of Beaumont has awarded a construction contract for a Traffic Signal Smart Technology Project for traffic signals along the Highland Springs Avenue corridor. 

 

The project proposes upgrades to controllers and detection along the corridor, including the Caltrans maintained ramp terminal signals, to utilize technology to improve traffic flow. The City of Banning has been collaborating with the City of Beaumont throughout the development of the project. Improved traffic flow in the corridor will benefit residents of both cities.

 

The project is funded entirely by the City of Beaumont.

JUSTIFICATION:

This item is informational to the Council and residents.

FISCAL IMPACT:

None

ATTACHMENTS:
1. City of Beaumont Staff Report and Bid Excerpts.pdf