Santa Clarita is set to invest more than $1.2 million in federal funding to improve traffic safety at three of its busiest intersections, a move that local personal injury lawyers say is urgently needed given rising collision rates.
The funding, secured by Representative George Whitesides through Congress's annual budget process, was announced in May 2026 alongside Mayor Laurene Weste and city officials. The upgrades will target intersections at Valencia Boulevard and Magic Mountain Parkway, McBean Parkway and Newhall Ranch Road, and Golden Valley Road and Centre Pointe Parkway.
According to city data, 73% of drivers were found at fault in collisions involving pedestrians in Santa Clarita in 2024. Bicycle collisions rose 14% over the prior year, and pedestrian- and bicycle-related incidents together climbed 18%.
Barry P. Goldberg, founding attorney of the personal injury law firm that shares his name, highlighted the importance of infrastructure improvements. "These intersections are where the most serious injuries happen," Goldberg said. "A driver running a red light or turning without looking can change a pedestrian's life in an instant. Infrastructure that helps drivers see the people crossing in front of them is a real step forward, and we're glad to see this kind of investment coming to our own community."
The firm, which serves the Santa Clarita Valley, is drawing attention to the issue as the city moves forward with the safety upgrades. Barry P. Goldberg offers free consultations to anyone injured in an accident or collision in Santa Clarita and surrounding communities, handling cases on a contingency basis.
The investment addresses a persistent danger on Santa Clarita's busiest roads. With pedestrian and intersection collisions remaining a significant threat, the federal dollars will modernize traffic flow and pedestrian safety at crossings identified as high-risk. The upgrades are expected to reduce the number of serious injuries and fatalities, providing immediate and long-term benefits to the community.
For residents and commuters, the improvements mean safer crossings and potentially fewer accidents. The funding represents a proactive step by the city and federal government to address a growing public safety concern. As Santa Clarita continues to grow, such infrastructure investments are critical to protecting vulnerable road users.
