On February 3, 2017 at 10 AM, the Ontario City Council, in partnership with the County of San Bernardino, San Bernardino County Transportation Authority, and Union Pacific Railroad hosted a variety of public and private organizations as well as members of the community to officially dedicate the completion of the South Milliken Avenue Grade Separation.
Over the last eight years, the City has invested heavily improving City infrastructure and enhancing the ability to move products and services through the City. Ontario is known throughout the Inland Empire as the “Gateway to Southern California”. By proactively investing in the community such as this Grade Separation, the Mayor and City Council prepare the way for future growth for businesses, residents and visitors.
According to Mayor Paul S. Leon, “Investments in infrastructure is a top priority for the Ontario City Council. We are committed to enhancing ways that we can better serve the needs of the businesses and residential community. Through partnerships with our governmental agencies we were able to complete this grade Separation, which helps the goods movement.”
This three-year $48 million dollar project has successfully eliminated the at-grade crossing for trains and will reduce traffic congestion. The project was funded through a variety of sources including the City of Ontario, Measure I, the Trade Corridor Improvement Fund (TCIF), Section 190 Funds, Union Pacific Railroad, and the State Local Partnership Program (SLPP).
The Mayor and City Council appreciate the patience exercised by local businesses and residents during the construction period. For more information about the South Milliken Avenue Grade Separation Project, please contact the City of Ontario Engineering Department at (909) 395-2025.