Interchange Will Honor William B. Wolff III’s Service to California
Assembly Concurrent Resolution (ACR) 86, authored by Assemblymember Roger Hernández (D – West Covina), designates the I-10 and I-605 Interchange in Los Angeles County as the “CHP Officer William B. Wolff III Memorial Interchange.” The resolution passed the Senate Floor with unanimous support. ACR 86 recounts the lifetime accomplishments of William Wolff III, who was a father, husband, veteran, and a proud officer of the California Highway Patrol (CHP).
“Officer Wolff exemplified true selflessness and leadership as a member of the California Highway Patrol,” said Assemblymember Hernández. “It is a true honor to carry a resolution memorializing his valiant public service and the sacrifices he has made for the State of California and the San Gabriel Valley.”
Born on Jan. 22, 1946, Officer Wolff graduated high school in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and received his bachelor’s degree in kinesiology from Cal Poly Pomona. Upon graduation, Officer Wolff served in the United States Navy and later as a vocational nurse. His desire to continue serving on behalf of the public good led him to pursue a career and life as an officer of the CHP.
Officer Wolff was killed in the line of duty on Dec. 30, 1977, when he was struck by a drunk driver while making a traffic stop. Officer Wolff is survived by his two children, Eric and Carrie Ann, and granddaughter, Kaylee Rose. ACR 86 designates the interchange at Interstate 10 (I-10) and Interstate 605 (I-605) to honor William Wolff III and his dedication in serving and protecting the public.
This resolution is sponsored by the California Association of Highway Patrolmen, the labor organization that represents California Highway Patrol Officers. Today’s vote marks the final passage of ACR 86, and the process to erect the sign will begin.