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Council adopts citywide traffic survey; Wheeler Avenue speed limit recommended to rise to 35 mph
Summary
La Verne adopted a 2024 engineering and traffic survey that uses radar-derived 85th-percentile speeds to set limits; the study recommends raising Wheeler Avenue (Arrow to Puddingstone) from 30 to 35 mph and authorized an ordinance introduction and resolution adoption.
The La Verne City Council on Oct. 21 adopted a citywide engineering and traffic survey and introduced an ordinance to set local speed limits based on 85th-percentile speed studies.
City Engineer Cody Howling said 53 roadway segments were studied. "We conduct a field survey using radar to gather quantitative data to establish the 85th percentile," he explained, adding that the 85th percentile is the speed at or below which 85% of free-flowing traffic travels. The study recommended raising one segment (Wheeler Avenue between Arrow and Puddingstone) from 30 to 35 mph because the roadway now connects through to Puddingstone and carries higher circulation and travel speeds.
Howling also noted traffic-calming and design measures that contributed to lower speeds on other streets, including Fruit Street medians and bike lanes. Councilmembers asked about localized traffic calming, B Street bulb-outs and relocation of speed-feedback signs; staff said targeted calming measures are included in project plans where appropriate.
The resolution adopting the survey and the ordinance introduction passed unanimously on roll call. Councilmembers said the study will guide signage and follow-up traffic-calming work tied to upcoming capital projects.
