Santa Clarita Invests $1.2 Million in Intersection Safety Upgrades, Personal Injury Firm Applauds

Santa Clarita is moving forward with a $1.2 million federal investment to improve safety at three of its busiest intersections, a step that local personal injury attorney Barry P. Goldberg says addresses a critical need in the community. 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 firm that bears 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 has served the Santa Clarita Valley for decades, offers free consultations to those injured in accidents and handles cases on a contingency basis. Goldberg's team of personal injury lawyers has been closely monitoring the rise in collisions, emphasizing the need for both safer roads and legal recourse for victims.

The $1.2 million investment represents a significant commitment to pedestrian and cyclist safety, with implications for reducing serious injuries and fatalities. For residents and commuters, the upgrades are expected to modernize traffic flow and enhance visibility, potentially lowering the risk of accidents at these high-volume crossings. For the broader industry, the move underscores a growing trend of municipalities leveraging federal funds for targeted infrastructure improvements, setting a precedent for other cities facing similar challenges.

As Santa Clarita continues to grow, the intersection upgrades serve as a model for proactive safety measures, addressing a documented rise in collisions that have impacted the community. The funding not only aims to protect vulnerable road users but also signals a collaborative effort between local leadership and federal representatives to tackle a pressing public safety issue.