The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority Board approved funds in the amount of $6 million for improvements to a railroad crossing at Doran Street, in Glendale, which is said to be the riskiest crossing on the Metrolink line.

According to the LA Times, Metrolink says the improvements will include better signals, new crossing gates, enlarging the intersection so vehicles don't line up on the tracks, a wider turning radius for trucks and safety enhancements related to the nearby propane company.

"Doran has been an issue for a decade," said Richard Katz, who is on the Los Angeles County Transportation Authority and Metrolink boards. "We are now moving very quickly to make improvements."

The project will be provided by Measure R funds totaling $6.6 million, $6 million for the project plus a 10 percent contingency.