The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors today approved a Board Letter authorizing a project agreement with the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments (SGVCOG) to advance the San Gabriel Valley Bus Corridor Transit Improvement Project, Jump Start Segment 5.
The San Gabriel Valley transit project moved forward this week as local agencies confirmed plans to upgrade a key bus corridor through Avocado Heights, the City of Industry, and El Monte. The work aims to improve daily mobility, increase safety, and expand access to jobs and community services for riders along Valley Boulevard and Santa Anita Avenue.
Project Overview and Community Impact
The San Gabriel Valley transit project focuses on a high-demand corridor that links neighborhoods with retail centers, industrial districts, medical offices, and regional job hubs. Residents who rely on local bus service face long travel times and inconsistent routes. Planned upgrades target these issues with roadway reconfiguration, dedicated bus lanes, signal prioritization, and improved shelters.
These improvements support faster and more reliable service for riders traveling between home, work, and school. The corridor includes several major employment clusters where many workers depend on transit. Local leaders say the work strengthens access to economic opportunity by creating a direct and efficient path for thousands of daily riders.
Commitment to Safer and Greener Mobility
The San Gabriel Valley transit project includes pedestrian enhancements designed to help people move safely through busy intersections. Crosswalk upgrades, clearer pavement markings, and better visibility near bus stops are part of the design. These changes support families, older adults, and students who walk to and from transit stops each day.
Los Angeles County Chair Pro Tem Hilda L. Solis said the project advances mobility and safety goals while supporting a cleaner transportation network. She noted that stronger bus service helps reduce congestion and prepares the region for increased demand before the LA28 Olympics.
Design, Construction, and Project Management
The San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments will manage design and construction. County funding of up to 4.5 million dollars covers its share along with plan reviews, permits, and inspection services. The project does not add highway capacity and will not displace housing. All improvements built within the County right of way return to the County for long term operation and maintenance once completed.
Ed Reece, president of the SGVCOG, said the partnership reflects a shared commitment to stronger regional transit. He added that the corridor will provide faster and more reliable travel for communities across the valley.
Construction will begin after final design and permitting. Updates will be posted on the SGVCOG website at https://www.sgvcog.org.
The San Gabriel Valley transit project marks a major investment in practical, everyday mobility. Residents who depend on buses for work, health care, and community life can expect noticeable improvements that support a more connected region.
