The Traffic Relief Plan is a local strategy to improve traffic flow and safety, keep infrastructure in good condition, provide better public transportation, and drive economic development in Riverside County. Examples of investments include but are not limited to:
Improve major roads, such as Cajalco Road, Temescal Canyon Road, Van Buren Boulevard (Jurupa Valley), Van Buren Boulevard (Riverside), and Limonite Avenue
Repair potholes, repave roads, improve drainage, add stop signs, traffic signals and other safety features
Coordinate traffic signal timing on major streets to improve traffic flow
Add crosswalks, sidewalks and signage for pedestrians, especially for students traveling to and from school
Separating streets from railroad tracks, including at Bellegrave Avenue, Jackson Street, Mary Street, Spruce Street, and Tyler Street
Improve interchanges, bridges and ramps at Route 91 and Adams Street, Tyler Street, and at Route 60 at Etiwanda Avenue and Rubidoux Boulevard
Widen I-215 from Van Buren Boulevard to Route 60; add auxiliary lane from Route 91 to Weirick Road; add at least one lane in each direction to I-15 between Cajalco Road and the San Diego County Line; and build and maintain the Mid County Parkway, a new 16-mile east-west corridor (project would be built in four phases)
Increase frequency of Metrolink passenger rail service throughout western Riverside County by building new tracks and operating additional trains; construct new parking capacity at existing stations; add and maintain low- and zero-emission trains; operate and maintain existing rail service and infrastructure; create incentives for increased ridership.
Expand rapid/commuter bus service to other parts of Riverside County and neighboring counties; upgrade traffic signals and transit infrastructure to improve reliability and convenience of public transit options; add zero- emission buses and related maintenance and operations; keep transit fares low for seniors, veterans, students, and individuals with disabilities; expand Dial-A-Ride services; improve transit access to schools, colleges, universities, and employment centers.
Complete Riverside County’s master-planned trail network to improve access to hiking, cycling, running, and equestrian trails, including the Butterfield Overland Trail/Southern Emigrant Trail, the Santa Ana River Trail, and the Juan Bautista Historical Trail
Expand and maintain Freeway Service Patrols to offer roadside assistance on heavily traveled highways to protect motorists and reduce traffic delays. Maintain and expand carpool and vanpool services and Park & Ride Lots
Use new and future technology to improve traffic flow, provide better information to travelers, and support local and regional economic development