Road Safety

City of La Mesa, California Partners with Urban SDK for Traffic Safety

Urban SDK expands in California with La Mesa Partnership to tackle traffic concerns.

Urban SDK expands in California with La Mesa Partnership to tackle traffic concerns.

Urban SDK Partners With La Mesa

The City of La Mesa, California, has officially partnered with Urban SDK, a leading provider of traffic management platform solutions, to address traffic safety concerns and hotspot identification.

With a population of approximately 60,000, La Mesa continues its efforts to enhance road safety and reduce speeding in key areas of the city. The city becomes the 13th Urban SDK customer in California and the 2nd in San Diego County, joining nearby El Cajon in using cutting-edge technology to address traffic concerns.

La Mesa has been actively looking for ways to improve traffic enforcement and streamline its ability to quantify traffic speed data. By partnering with Urban SDK, the city will be better equipped to identify high-risk areas, enforce traffic regulations, and implement traffic calming measures to reduce speeding and enhance overall road safety.

Using Data to Address Traffic Safety

Like many cities in Southern California, La Mesa faces the challenge of managing high traffic volumes and public complaints about speeding. Urban SDK’s traffic management platform will provide La Mesa officials with traffic speed data and advanced analytics to identify problem areas. This partnership aims to help the city take a more proactive approach to traffic enforcement and planning.

Eric Wingbermuehle, Urban SDK’s representative for La Mesa, emphasized the impact of the partnership: "We are excited to welcome La Mesa as the 13th Urban SDK customer in California. Our platform will help the city identify traffic hotspots and make data-driven decisions about where to implement enforcement and traffic calming measures. Together, we can create safer streets for residents and visitors alike."

Enhancing Safety Through Hotspot Identification and Enforcement

Urban SDK’s platform provides La Mesa with the ability to analyze traffic speeds and movement patterns along roadways, making it easier for officials to detect problem areas that require immediate attention. This capability will be crucial in ensuring that traffic enforcement resources are deployed effectively, particularly in areas with a high incidence of speeding or congestion.

With Urban SDK, La Mesa can:

  • Monitor traffic patterns and identify speeding hotspots
  • Plan for effective traffic enforcement in high-risk areas
  • Implement data-backed traffic calming solutions, such as speed limits or speed bumps
  • Improve safety for both drivers and pedestrians

By utilizing data analytics, La Mesa can move away from a reactive approach to traffic safety and become more proactive in addressing public concerns.

Expanding Urban SDK's Presence in California

La Mesa’s partnership with Urban SDK is part of a growing trend in California, where cities and counties are increasingly adopting smart traffic solutions to improve road safety. As the 13th Urban SDK customer in the state, La Mesa joins a fast-growing network of cities using data to solve complex traffic challenges across the Golden State, including the likes of Ontario, Pacific Grove, and Bakersfield. La Mesa’s addition marks an important step in the company’s continued growth on the West Coast.

About Urban SDK

Urban SDK is a leading provider of data analytics and traffic management solutions designed to help cities improve traffic safety, mobility, and enforcement. By offering real-time data, actionable insights, and comprehensive analytics, Urban SDK empowers municipalities to make informed decisions to enhance the efficiency and safety of their transportation systems.

For media inquiries, please contact:

Jonathan Bass
Director of Marketing
Urban SDK
jonathan.bass@urbansdk.com