State funding brings transportation improvements to Imperial County

IMPERIAL COUNTY, Calif. (KYMA) - Nearly $1 billion dollars in state funding is being sent to transportation projects across California, including here in Imperial County.

Some of that money will go toward improving sidewalks and pedestrian safety in Brawley. The Imperial County Transportation Commission received more than $150,000 for the project.

Officials say the improvements will include sidewalk upgrades, ADA curb ramps, and other changes meant to make it easier and safer for people to get around on foot.

Residents in Imperial County say road and safety improvements are needed in several areas. In El Centro, some community members pointed to streets near schools and busy intersections that they believe should be repaired.

The funding is part of Governor Gavin Newsom’s “Build More, Faster” initiative, which is designed to move infrastructure projects forward more quickly across the state.