New Temecula Street Light On Rancho California Road Up And Running

TEMECULA, CA — The newest traffic light in Temecula is now complete at the intersection of Tee Drive and Rancho California Road, at the entrance to Temeku Hills and The Legends Golf Club, according to Tuesday's City Council meeting.

The traffic signal has been in operation during the testing phases in mid-August, and the final touches are now finished and approved, according to a notice from Patrick Thomas, Temecula's Director of Public Works.

The location was selected from a list of priority intersections one year ago to improve the safety of drivers both on Rancho California Road and those entering and exiting from Tee Drive in Temeku Hills onto the main roadway. The crosswalk signals were expected to increase safety for Temecula residents who walk, run, and bike ride along Rancho California Road. Future traffic signal locations will be installed as funds allow, according to the report.

The project was completed by DBX Construction, Inc., who was paid $483,034 to complete the project, according to the report prepared for the council.

At the council meeting, Temecula Mayor Zak Schwank called for the approval of the work as part of the consent calendar, which was approved unopposed.

The city clerk filed the Notice of Completion, and the city has accepted a one-year Maintenance Bond.