
Traffic Calming
City of Shafter, CA Advances Traffic Calming Program
Shafter officials will leverage Urban SDK to support safer and more efficient roadways
Shafter officials will leverage Urban SDK to support safer and more efficient roadways.
Urban SDK Partners With Shafter
Urban SDK proudly announces its partnership with the City of Shafter, California, to advance traffic calming initiatives and improve roadway safety for its nearly 20,000 residents. Located near Bakersfield, Shafter is taking a proactive stance on managing traffic concerns by leveraging Urban SDK’s powerful traffic management platform.
With 255 miles of roads to maintain, the City of Shafter is prioritizing data-driven solutions to enhance traffic safety and provide a better quality of life for its residents. Urban SDK’s platform will help city officials implement effective traffic calming strategies, enforce speed limits, and improve overall traffic safety measures.
“We’re thrilled to partner with the City of Shafter to support their vision for safer and more efficient roadways,” said Urban SDK's Eric Wingbermuehle. “Our platform’s ability to deliver actionable traffic speed and volume data will empower the city to address its unique challenges with precision and confidence.”
A Data-Driven Approach to Traffic Safety
Shafter’s collaboration with Urban SDK centers around modernizing traffic management practices and achieving tangible results. Through the platform, the city can:
- Monitor Traffic Speed Data: Pinpoint areas with frequent speeding incidents.
- Analyze Traffic Volumes: Understand patterns of vehicle movement throughout the city.
- Deploy Traffic Calming Measures: Implement and evaluate interventions like speed bumps and signage.
- Measure Effectiveness: Use pre- and post-implementation studies to ensure strategies are working as intended.
Strengthening Urban SDK’s Presence in Central California
The partnership with Shafter highlights Urban SDK’s growing impact in Central California, building on the company’s success with neighboring cities like Bakersfield. These partnerships demonstrate how cities in the region are embracing data-driven traffic safety solutions to address shared challenges.
“The City of Shafter’s decision to join Urban SDK reflects their commitment to innovation and safety,” said Wingbermuehle. “By working together, we’re not only helping Shafter tackle traffic issues but also reinforcing our leadership in California’s smart city initiatives.”
Collaborative Innovation for a Safer Shafter
City officials in Shafter recognize the value of a collaborative approach to improving traffic safety. Urban SDK’s platform enables the city to make informed decisions that directly benefit its residents, setting a strong example for municipalities nationwide.
About Urban SDK
Urban SDK empowers government agencies with advanced data and analytics tools to improve traffic safety, optimize enforcement, and enhance infrastructure planning. Trusted nationwide, Urban SDK is a leader in data-driven solutions that drive safer and smarter communities.
For more information, visit www.urbansdk.com.
Media Contact
Jonathan Bass
Director of Marketing
Urban SDK
jonathan.bass@urbansdk.com

TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT FEATURES
80% of citizen complaints
are a perception problem
Urban SDK provides precise hourly speed data to evaluate complaints and deploy resources efficiently for the greatest impact to public safety.
Urban SDK provides precise hourly speed data to evaluate complaints and deploy resources efficiently for the greatest impact to public safety.
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