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Folsom council approves pilot to test flashing yellow left‑turn arrows at selected intersections
Summary
The council authorized a pilot to install flashing yellow arrow permissive left‑turn signals at up to five intersections, aiming to reduce left‑turn delay and vehicle idling. Staff will select sites using engineering criteria, conduct outreach and return with a 6‑ or 12‑month evaluation.
The Folsom City Council on May 13 approved a pilot project to install flashing yellow arrow permissive left‑turn signals at selected signalized intersections to reduce left‑turn delay, vehicle idling and emissions.
Zach Bosch, civil engineer in the city’s traffic division, told the council that flashing yellow arrows add a fourth illuminated icon to signal heads, permitting drivers to make a left turn after yielding to oncoming traffic during permissive phases. He said the device is approved by national traffic guidance and has been deployed in nearby jurisdictions such as Roseville and…
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