Report to City Council
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TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Melissa Walker, Public Works Director/City Engineer
AGENDA DATE: April 7, 2026
TITLE: ACCEPTANCE OF THE CALTRANS HIGHWAY SAFETY
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM CYCLE 12 GRANT FOR
THREE PROJECTS (REPORT OF: PUBLIC WORKS)
(DISTRICT: ALL DISTRICTS)
TITLE SUMMARY: Accept And Approve Program Supplement Agreements For The Caltrans Highway Safety Improvement Program Cycle
12 Grants For Three Traffic Signal Safety Improvement
Projects
DISTRICT: All Districts
Recommendation(s)
That the City Council:
1. Accept and approve the Program Supplement Agreement between the California Department of Transportation and the City of Moreno Valley for the Traffic Signal Improvements Iris Ave to John F. Kennedy Dr. Project in the amount of $916,290 (Fund 3001) with a city local match of $101,810 (Fund 3004);
2. Accept and approve the Program Supplement Agreement between the California Department of Transportation and the City of Moreno Valley for the Dracaea Ave to Helmsdale Traffic Signal Improvement Project in the amount of $314,640 (Fund 30 01) with a city local match of $34,960 (Fund 3004);
3. Accept and approve the Program Supplement Agreement between California Department of Transportation and the City of Moreno Valley for the Citywide Traffic Signal
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Improvements – HSIP C12 Project in the amount of $1,6 27,200 (Fund 3001) with a city local match of $180,800 (Fund 3004);
4. Authorize the Public Works Director/City Engineer to execute the Program Supplement Agreements and any subsequent agreements, extensions or amendments, subject to the procurement policy and approval of the City Attorney; and
5. Authorize a budget adjustment as set forth in the Fiscal Impact section of this report.
SUMMARY
This report recommends accepting the Cycle 12 Local Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) grant funding and authorizing the Public Works Director/City Engineer to execute the Program Supplement Agreements with Caltrans for three Traffic Safety Improvement Projects.
DISCUSSION
The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) was signed into law on November 15, 2021, and continues the Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP), a core federal- aid program that aims to reduce serious injuries and traffic fatalities on public roadways.
The Caltrans Division of Local Assistance (DLA) manages California's local agency share of HSIP funds. California's Local HSIP focuses on infrastructure projects with nationally recognized crash reduction factors (CRFs). Local HSIP projects must be identified on the basis of crash experience, crash potential, crash rate, or other data-supported means.
The City submitted HSIP applications for projects identified in the recently completed Local Roadway Safety Plan (LRSP) , which was grant-funded by Caltrans. O n February 21, 2025, Caltrans announced the HSIP Cycle 12 awards and selected three City projects for funding.
Caltrans awarded the City $2,858,130, which is 90% of the total project cost . The City has a 10% local match requirement of $317,570 funded by Fund 3004 (Traffic Signal Mitigation Project). The total project cost of $3,175,700 includes the following three traffic safety improvement projects:
Traffic Signal Improvements Iris Ave to John F. Kennedy Dr. (Project No. 808 0048) (31 locations) – $1,018,100
Improvements include upgraded signal hardware, enhanced pavement markings, and installation of rectangular rapid flashing beacons (RRFBs) along key corridors, including John F. Kennedy Drive and Iris Avenue.
Dracaea Ave to Helm sdale Traffic Signal Improvement (Project No. 808 0049) (1 location) – $349,600
Installation of a pedestrian beacon signal at the intersection of Dracaea Avenue and Helmsdale Avenue to improve pedestrian safety and visibility.
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Citywide Traffic Signal Improv ements – HSIP C12 (Project No. 808 0050) (62 locations) – $1,808,000
Citywide improvements to traffic signal infrastructure, including upgraded lenses, back-plates with retroreflective borders, mounting hardware, and related safety enhancements.
The Program Supplement Agreements (PSA) provided with this staff report funds the first phase of each project which includes design and environmental clearance. Subsequent project phases will be funded through future PSA amendments and do not require City Council approval.
ALTERNATIVES
1. Approve and authorize the recommendations as presented in this report. This alternative will allow the City to accept the awarded Caltrans Local HSIP funding and allow the three Traffic Safety Improvement projects to move forward in a timely manner. Staff recommends this alternative.
2. Do not approve the recommended actions as presented in this staff report. T his alternative will result in a loss of HSIP grant fund ing and delay or prevent the implementation of critical traffic safety improvements. Staff does not recommend this alternative
FISCAL IMPACT
The project is funded by the Cycle 12 Local HSIP grant. The total project cost will be $3,175,700 wherein grant funding will be $2,858,130 and City match will be $317,570.
The total grant amount, $2,858,130, will be allocated to Fund 3001(Capital Improvement Grants) among three (3) traffic signal and safety projects. Additionally, the City's 10% local match obligation, $317,570, will be funded with Fund 3004 (Traffic Signal Mitigation Project). There is no impact to the General Fund.
Category Fund GL Account No. Type Original
Budget
Proposed
Adjustments
Revised
Budget
CIP Capital Improvement Grants
(3001)
3001-99-99-93001-486010
Project No. 808 0048-3001-98 Rev $0 916,290 916,290
CIP Capital Improvement Grants
(3001)
3001-70-76-80008-720199
Project No. 808 0048-3001-99 Exp $0 916,290 916,290
CIP Traffic Signal Mitigation Project
(3004)
3004-70-76-80008-720199
Project No. 808 0048-3004-99 Exp $0 101,810 101,810
CIP Capital Improvement Grants
(3001)
3001-99-99-93001-486010
Project No. 808 0049-3001-98 Rev $0 314,640 314,640
CIP Capital Improvement Grants
(3001)
3001-70-76-80008-720199
Project No. 808 0049-3001-99 Exp $0 314,640 314,640
CIP Traffic Signal Mitigation Project
(3004)
3004-70-76-80008-720199
Project No. 808 0049-3004-99 Exp $0 34,960 34,960
CIP Capital Improvement Grants
(3001)
3001-99-99-93001-486010
Project No. 808 0050-3001-98 Rev $0 1,627,200 1,627,200 CIP Capital Improvement Grants
(3001)
3001-70-76-80008-720199
Project No. 808 0050-3001-99 Exp $0 1,627,200 1,627,200 CIP Traffic Signal Mitigation Project
(3004)
3004-70-76-80008-720199
Project No. 808 0050-3004-99 Exp $0 180,800 180,800
CIP Traffic Signal Mitigation Project
(3004) 3004-99-99-93004-802024 Rev $0 317,570 317,570
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CIP Traffic Signal Mitigation Project
(2024) 2024-99-99-92024-903004 Exp $0 317,570 317,570
NOTIFICATION
Publication of the agenda.
PREPARATION OF STAFF REPORT
Prepared By: Department Head Approval:
Crystal Sandoval, P.E. Melissa Walker, P.E.
Associate Engineer Public Works Director/City Engineer Concurred By:
Harold Zamora, P.E.
Engineering Division Manager/ Assistant City Engineer
CITY COUNCIL GOALS
Public Facilities and Capital Projects: Ensure that needed public facilities, roadway improvements, and other infrastructure improvements are constructed and maintained.
Public Safety: Provide a safe and secure environment for people and property in the community, control the number and severity of fire and hazardous material incidents, and provide protection for citizens who live, work and visit the City of Moreno Valley.
Revenue Diversification and Preservation: Develop a variety of City revenue sources and policies to create a stable revenue base and fiscal policies to support essential City services, regardless of economic climate.
CITY COUNCIL STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
1. Economic Development
2. Public Safety
3. Library
4. Infrastructure
5. Beautification, Community Engagement, and Quality of Life
6. Youth Programs
Objective 4.2: Develop and maintain a comprehensive Infrastructure Plan to invest in and deliver City infrastructure.
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Report Approval Details
Document Title: STAFFREPORT_PW_TE_HSIP_CYCLE12.docx
Attachments: - 5441087 PSA.pdf
- 5441086 PSA.pdf
- 5441085 PSA.pdf
Final Approval
Date:
Apr 2, 2026
This report and all of its attachments were approved and signed as outlined below:
Melissa Walker
Sean Kelleher
Natalia Medina
Felicia London, MPA
Launa Jimenez
Brian Mohan
Patty Rodriguez