Glendora City Council Approves First/Last Mile Plans

At its September 22 meeting, the Glendora City Council voted 4-1 to approve the final design plans for the First/Last Mile project.  This brings Glendora one step closer to safer streets and better connections to the Metro A Line station.

The project will improve parts of Glendora Avenue and Foothill Boulevard with protected bike lanes, safer pedestrian crossings, better access for people with disabilities, improved lighting, landscaping, and a new roundabout at Glendora Avenue and Ada Avenue.  The goal is to make it easier and safer for residents to walk, bike, and travel between the Metro station, Glendora Village, Citrus College, local businesses, and nearby neighborhoods.

Before the vote, city staff shared the results of additional community outreach conducted after the August 25 City Council meeting.  Council members also heard public comments and discussed concerns about traffic, lane reductions, and neighborhood impacts.

The Council approved the plans but asked staff to consider a few additional changes.  If those changes significantly affect the approved design or require more funding, staff must bring them back to the Council for review and approval before moving forward.

The project includes $5 million in federal funding, with construction expected to begin in 2027.  The Council's vote approved the designs but did not yet authorize construction.

Glendora Forward supports this important investment in safer streets, more transportation options, and a better-connected community.  We look forward to seeing the project move forward and encourage residents to stay informed and involved.