TC - 12-07-95AGENDA
ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION
8838 E. Valley Blvd., Rosemead, CA 91770
Regular Meeting
December 7. 1995
Call to Order: 7:00 p.m.
Introduction: Introduce new Commissioner, Mr. Victor Ruiz
Roll Call: Commissioners Larson, Knapp, Ruiz, Vice - Chairman Alarcon,
Chairman Tirre
"Pledge of Allegiance: Commissioner Ruiz
Invocation: Commissioner Larson
I. MINUTES - Regular Traffic Commission meeting of November 2, 1995.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve minutes as presented.
II. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
This is the time reserved for members of the audience to address the Commission on
items not listed on the agenda (Maximum time per speaker is 3 minutes; total time
allocated is 15 minutes).
HI. OLD BUSINESS
A. REVISED DRAFT SPEED HUMP FLYER. Staff has revised the draft flyer
based on the Commission's comments.
RECOMMENDATION: Recommend City Council approval of draft Flyer.
IV. NEW BUSINESS
A. DRIVEWAY ACCESS TO DIAMOND SQUARE SHOPPING CENTER.
Request from Commissioner Larson to review the traffic
conditions of the Diamond Square shopping center access on
Garvey Avenue west of San Gabriel Boulevard.
RECOMMENDATION: No Changes to Existing Conditions.
V. STAFF REPORTS
A. STAFF RESPONSE TO COMMISSIONER REPORTS (11- 2 -95).
B. WEST SAN GABRIEL VALLEY TRAFFIC SIGNAL FORUM (10- 26 -95).
C. TRAFFIC SIGNAL WORK ORDER (11- 7 -95).
D. "OTS TRACKS" - FLYER.
RECOMMENDATION: Receive and File Staff Reports.
VI. COMMISSIONER REPORTS
VII. ADJOURNMENT
Thursday, January 4, 1996 at 7:00 p.m., Rosemead Council Chambers, 8838 E. Valley
Boulevard, Rosemead, CA 91770.
ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION MINUTES
NOVEMBER 6, 1995
The regular meeting of the Rosemead Traffic Commission was called to order
by Chairman Tirre, at 7:05 p.m., in the Council Chambers, 8838 East Valley
Boulevard, Rosemead, California 91770.
ROLL CALL
Present: Chairman Tirre
Commissioners: Larson, Knapp, Alarcon
Ex Officio: Administrative Aide: Carl Holm
Deputy Traffic Engineer: Joanne Itagaki
Sheriff Liaison: Miller
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commissioner Larson
The Invocation was delivered by Commissioner Knapp
I. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
It was moved by Commissioner Larson, seconded by Commissioner
Alarcon, and carried unanimously to approve the minutes for
October 5, 1995.
II. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE - None
III. OLD BUSINESS - None
IV. NEW BUSINESS
A. DRAFT SPEED HUMP POLICY
Deputy Traffic Engineer Itagaki stated that on August 3, 1995,
staff was directed to develop an informational flyer discussing
speed humps. The intent of this flyer is to provide staff with a
tool to distribute to residents requesting speed humps to slow
traffic in their neighborhood.
Commissioner Alarcon recommended that the third paragraph that
reads "Many local governments, including the City of Rosemead,
are waiting for the State of California to recognize the speed
hump as an official traffic control device before considering the
installation of speed humps ", be removed.
Deputy Traffic Engineer Itagaki stated that perhaps the paragraph
could be re- worded.
Chairman Tirre asked what the difference was between speed humps
and speed bumps.
Deputy Traffic Engineer Itagaki used graphics to illustrate the
difference.
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It was recommended that the Traffic Commission review and
recommend that the City Council approve the draft flyer as a
policy.
It was moved by Commissioner Knapp, seconded by Commissioner
Larson, and carried unanimously to approve the draft flyer as
amended.
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V. STAFF REPORTS - None
VI
COMMISSIONER LARSON:
a. The church gates on Marshall Street near Janson school are
being left open.
b. Commissioner Larson inquired if the Yellow Cab Company in
Rosemead has a business license. He has not seen a business
license /permit for the City of Rosemead displayed in these
vehicles.
C. The area around Ingleside Hospital is looking very
unpleasant.
d. There is still a problem on Garvey by the Auto Auction.
Eastbound - There were three or four trucks parked
eastbound, to go into the Auto Auction. The left turn lane
was blocked. On Denton, there was a truck parked in the
middle of the street.
Westbound - The vehicles that were headed east couldn't make
a left hand turn.
Would like staff to look into putting in left turn pockets.
Administrative Aide Holm stated that the Auto Auction is
working with the City to resolve this problem, and the
Traffic Commission issues were forwarded to the Planning
Commission.
COMMISSIONER KNAPP:
The flashing red light at Williams School is not working,
just south of Del Mar.
The signal at Walnut Grove and Mission north /south traffic,
turns very quickly.
SHERIFF MILLER:
There has been an increase of bike accidents in the City.
Bike safety classes are being taught through the Sheriff's
Department.
Commissioner Knapp inquired about creating a bike safety
flyer (like the speed hump flyer). In addition, we could
place a bike safety ad in the Chamber of Commerce
newsletter.
CHAIRMAN TIRRE•
Thanked Joanne for the memo responding to Commissioner
comments from the last meeting.
ifiINESSIARLS i114Lf 'h Y
There being no other business to come before the Commission, the
meeting was adjourned at 7:40 p.m. The next meeting will take
place on December 7, 1995.
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STAFF REPORT
TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN
AND MEMBERS
ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION
FROM: JOANNE ITAGAKI, DEPUTY TRAFFIC ENGINEERn
DATE: NOVEMBER 21. 1995
RE: REVISED DRAFT SPEED HUMP FLYER
DISCUSSION
Attached is the REVISED DRAFT speed hump flyer. As discussed at our
November meeting, the revisions include a re- wording of a paragraph and the
inclusion of graphics. In addition, the flyer has been reformatted to fit in a standard
business size envelope.
The following is the original wording and the revised wording for your reference:
DRAFT Many local governments, including the City of Rosemead, are
waiting for the State of California to recognize the speed
hump as an official traffic control device before considering
the installation of speed humps.
REVISED The State of California does not recognize the speed hump as
an official traffic control device. There are no standard
designs developed for installation of speed humps. This is an
additional concern for liability exposure to the City.
Please review and comment on this REVISED DRAFT flyer.
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended the Traffic Commission approve the REVISED DRAFT speed
hump flyer. Upon approval, the REVISED DRAFT will be submitted to the City
Council for final approval. Once Council has approved the flyer, the flyers will then
be distributed by staff as needed.
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STAFF REPORT =
TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN
AND MEMBERS
ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION
FROM: JOANNE ITAGAKI, DEPUTY TRAFFIC ENGINEER T
DATE: NOVEMBER 28, 1995
RE: GARVEY AVENUE WEST OF SAN GABRIEL BOULEVARD -
DRIVEWAY ACCESS TO DIAMOND SQUARE SHOPPING
CENTER
REQUEST
During the September 7, 1995 Traffic Commission meeting, Commissioner Larson
requested staff review the traffic conditions on Garvey Avenue west of San Gabriel
Boulevard. Commissioner Larson was specifically concerned with westbound
vehicles turning left into the Diamond Square shopping center.
This location was reviewed by the Traffic Commission in November and December
of 1992 and in January of 1993. The original recommendation was to install a
"Right Turn Only" sign for exiting traffic and a "No Left Turn" sign for entering
traffic at this driveway. After receiving a letter from the Diamond Square owners
and property managers, the Traffic Commission reconsidered the installation of the
"No Left Turn" sign into the center. The Traffic Commission agreed to remove the
restriction but retain the "Right Turn Only" sign for exiting vehicles.
The minutes of the meetings regarding this item are attached for your reference.
CONDITIONS
Garvey Avenue is an east/west primary arterial 76' wide. There are two lanes of
traffic in each direction separated by a two -way left -turn lane in the vicinity of the
driveway in question. The 1993 24 -hour traffic volume counts indicate
approximately 26,500 vehicles per day traveling in both directions of Garvey
Avenue. Figure 1 depicts existing conditions at the driveway.
DATA
The accident history from January 1, 1992 to March 31, 1995 was reviewed.
There were 3 accidents reported in the vicinity of the driveway. These accidents
are summarized below:
TRAFFIC COMMISSION
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Location and Description
Day -Date Time
Garvey 239' west of San Gabriel Tue- 4/20/93
Northbound vehicle turning left broadsided
an eastbound vehicle proceeding straight
(Right -of -way Automobile).
Garvey 255' west of San Gabriel Thu - 5/7/92
Northbound vehicle turning left broadsided
an eastbound vehicle proceeding straight
(Right -of -way Automobile).
Garvey 337' west of San Gabriel Thu - 8/13/92
Westbound vehicle turning left broadsided
an eastbound vehicle proceeding straight
(Right -of -way Automobile).
DISCUSSION
4:00 p.m.
3:00 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
Observations were made at the driveway location during business hours. Traffic
counts were made at the driveway in half -hour increments. These observations
indicated the majority of vehicles accessing the driveway were turning right in to
or out of the driveway. A few vehicles were observed turning left in to and out of
the driveway. Figure 2 identifies the traffic counts taken at the driveways.
The effect of the vehicles turning left into the Diamond Square shopping center on
the traffic flow of Garvey Avenue was observed. Very little, if any, delay or
congestion was observed as the left turning vehicle stopped (or slowed) to
complete their turn. Traffic flow was not significantly affected by these vehicles.
However, there may be periods when congestion occurs with vehicles stopping to
complete a left turn into the shopping center.
Vehicles turning left into the driveway can access the shopping center at other
locations without significantly impacting their travel pattern. Vehicles traveling
westbound on Garvey Avenue, east of San Gabriel Boulevard, can turn left at the
signalized intersection of Garvey Avenue and San Gabriel Boulevard. This is a
"protected" signal movement and vehicles can access the shopping center on San
Gabriel Boulevard.
Vehicles approaching from southbound San Gabriel Boulevard to westbound
Garvey Avenue would change their traffic pattern and continue south on San
Gabriel Boulevard. Again, access to the shopping center can be accomplished
from San Gabriel Boulevard.
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Based on the traffic counts recorded at the driveway, there is a minimal amount
of traffic entering the driveway from the westbound direction compared to the
amount of traffic traveling on Garvey Avenue. This minimal traffic can sometimes
affect the traffic flow on Garvey Avenue causing a queue back to the intersection
of San Gabriel Boulevard. During field observations of this location, however, no
queuing was identified.
Furthermore, it is anticipated that the property managers of the Diamond Square
shopping center would object to a left turn prohibition on Garvey Avenue as
discussed in January 1993.
RECOMMENDATION
Therefore, it is recommended that no changes be made to the existing traffic
controls at the Diamond Square shopping center driveway on Garvey Avenue at
this time.
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ROSE21EAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION MINUTES
NOVEMBER 5. 1992
The regular meeting of the Rosemead Traffic Commission was called to
order by Chairman Pinon, at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers, 8838
East Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California 91770.
I. CALL TO ORDER
The Pledge to the Flag was delivered by Commissioner Larson
The Invocation was delivered by Commissioner Larson
II. ROLL CALL
Chairman Pinon
Commissioners: Beezley, Larson, Tirre, Knapp
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. It was moved by Commissioner Tirre, seconded by
Commissioner Beezley, and carried unanimously to approve
the minutes for September 3, 1992.
B. It was moved by Commissioner Tirre, seconded by
^ Commissioner Beezley, and carried unanimously to approve
the minutes for October 1, 1992.
IV. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE - None
VI. NEW BUSINESS
A. TURNING MOVEMENTS ON GARVEY AVENUE ELST AND WEST OF SAN
Deputy Traffic Engineer Itagaki stated that staff reviewed the
driveways on Garvey Avenue east and west of San Gabriel
Boulevard. The Traffic Commission has indicated that left
turns into and out of these driveways -has caused some
confusion and problems to the traffic flow in the area. East
of San Gabriel Boulevard, the driveways provide access to the
Savon /Beeches shopping center on the north curb line of Garvey
Avenue. West of San Gabriel Boulevard, the driveway provides
access to the Diamond Square shopping center on the south curb
line of Garvey Avenue.'
Garvey Avenue is an east /west primary arterial that traverses
the length of the City. The roadway is 76' wide with two
lanes in each direction separated by a raised center median or
a two -way left turn lane. At the intersection of San Gabriel
Boulevard, right turn only lanes are provided in the east and
west bound directions.
The accident history from January 1, 1989 to September 17,
1992 was reviewed. This accident history revealed several
accidents occurring in the vicinity of the driveways. Based
on the summaries of the accidents, the following four
accidents were related to the driveways being analyzed.
A sample count was taken of the vehicles turning left into the
driveways and turning out of the driveways. This sample count
is only a relative measure of the anticipated turns at the
driveways at any one time. The sample count revealed the
following:
^-' Driveway A
100% turn right out of the driveway
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Driveway B
50% turn right out of the driveway
50% turn left out into the driveway
Driveway C
30% turn left out of the driveway
64% turn right out of the driveway
6% turn left into the driveway
Due to the proximity of the driveways to the intersection of
Garvey Avenue and San Gabriel Boulevard, it is important that
traffic flow is maintained. This reduces the possibility of
rear end and broadside collisions.
Turn restrictions can be posted at the driveways to reduce the
number of vehicles turning left into and out of these
locations.
For the Savon /Beeches shopping center, another driveway east
of those analyzed will provide a better location to execute
the left turns. This driveway is further from the
intersection and provides a two -way left turn lane for these
vehicles. This two -way left turn lane provides an area where
the vehicles can execute their turns out of the flow of
traffic.
® For the Diamond Square shopping center, prohibiting left turns
out of the driveway directs vehicles to the intersection of
Garvey Avenue and San Gabriel Boulevard. This intersection
provides east /west protected left turn phasing. In the
eastbound direction, U -turns are allowed and vehicles have a
"protected" opportunity to travel in the westbound direction.
The proposed double - double yellow line will prohibit vehicles
from turning left into the shopping center. Vehicles wanting
access from the westbound direction can use the driveways on
San Gabriel Boulevard.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Based on this analysis, the following measures were
recommended and are depicted on Figure 1:
Driveway A
A. Install a "Right Turn Only" (R41) sign for exiting
traffic.
B. Install a "No Left Turn" (R17) sign facing entering
traffic on the existing street light east of the
driveway.
Driveway B
A. Install a "Right Turn only" (R41) sign for exiting
traffic.
B. Install a "NO Left Turn" (R17) sign facing entering
V traffic on the existing street light east of the
driveway.
Driveway C
A. Install a "Right Turn Only" (R41) sign for exiting
traffic.
B. Install a "No Left Turn" (R17) sign facing entering
traffic.
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Garvey Avenue
A. East of San Gabriel Boulevard - Install a double
yellow line and a 12" white line.
B. West of San Gabriel Boulevard - Install a double
yellow line.
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.® commissioner Knapp stated that on Driveway "B" where 50% turn
right out of the driveway and 50% turn left out into the
driveway, there is no indicated as to how many people are
turning out and making a left turn out of the driveway at
Beeches Market.
Deputy Traffic Engineer Itagaki stated that all they did was a
sample count, and found that few if any cars were turning left
out of the driveway at this location.
Commissioner Knapp stated that she did not agree with changing
the double yellow and allowing no left turns. This will give
no access to eastbound people going into Beeches Market and
Savon.
Deputy Traffic Engineer stated that there is another driveway
further east.
After further discussion and or concerns regarding the
driveways "A" and "B" from several of the Commissioners, it
was moved by Commissioner Larson, seconded by Commissioner
Tirre�, and carried unanimously to table this item until next
month and have staff look at what was there before the
construction.
The Commission asked that all business owners affected be
notified and invited to attend the meeting.
It was moved by Commissioner Larson, seconded by Commissioner
Tirre, and carried unanimously to table Driveway "C" until
staff notifies the merchants at Diamond Square.
Commissioner Knapp wanted to reiterate to staff to notify
residents and or business owners when an item that concerns
them comes before the Commission.
B. REQUEST FOR CROSSWALK AT THE INTERSECTION OF WALNUT GROVE
AVENUE AND DOROTHY STREET
Deputy Traffic Engineer Itagaki stated that this request came
from Ms. Burchett, a resident, who has requested the
installation of a crosswalk on Walnut Grove Avenue at Dorothy
Street. She indicated that students of Willard Elementary
School that live east of Walnut Grove Avenue must cross at
either Hellman Avenue /Ramona Boulevard or Garvey Avenue. She
feels this is too far to travel and that crossing at Dorothy
Street would be easier for the students.
Walnut Grove Avenue is a 61' wide north /south roadway. There
are two lanes of traffic in each direction separated by a
double yellow centerline. There are fronting residential uses
on Walnut Grove Avenue between Garvey Avenue and Hellman
Avenue /Ramona Boulevard. Parking is allowed on both sides of
the roadway in the vicinity of Dorothy Street. The posted
speed limit on Walnut Grove Avenue is 40 mph.
Dorothy Street is a 40' wide east /west roadway. There is no
striping on this roadway. The east end of this street
terminates at Walnut Grove Avenue to form a "T" intersection.
Dorothy Street is STOP controlled at this intersection. A
yellow crosswalk exists on Dorothy Street at Walnut Grove
Avenue. Parking is allowed on both sides of the roadway. The
prima facie speed limit is 25 mph on this street.
iellman Avenue /Ramona Boulevard is approximately 780' north of
)orothy Street. Garvey Avenue is approximately 1,860' south
,f Dorothy Street.
he accident history within loo' of the intersection was
eviewed for the time period of January 1, 1989 to June 21,
392. This accident history indicated 5 accidents were
:ported.
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ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION MINUTES
DECEMBER 3, 1992
The
regular meeting of the Rosemead Traffic Commission was called to
order
by Chairman Pinon, at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers, 8838
East
Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California 91770.
I.
CALL TO ORDER
The Pledge to the Flag was delivered by commissioner Knapp
The Invocation was delivered by Commissioner Knapp.
II.
ROLL CALL
Chairman Pinon
Commissioners: Beezley, Tirre, Knapp
Absent: Larson
III.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. It was moved by Commissioner Tirre, seconded by
Commissioner Beezley to approve the minutes for
November 5, 1992. Chairman Pinon asked that in the
future the minutes include the maker of the motion, who
seconded it, and the subject of the motion. Chairman
Pinon asked that his comments regarding the possibility
of putting a correctional plane to the Savon driveway
be included as discussed under New Business VI.A.
" Motion was carried unanimously by those present to
approve the minutes as corrected.
IV.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE - None
V.
OLD BUSINESS
A. TURNING MOVEMENTS ON GARVEY AVENUE EAST AND WEST OF SAN
GABRIEL BOULEVARD - SAVON /BEECHES AND DIAMOND SQUARE
SHOPPING CENTERS
Deputy Traffic Engineer Itagaki stated that Figure 1 showing
the easterly driveway to Savon /Beeches shopping center is
attached. The proposed left turn restrictions into the
driveways of the shopping center was to maintain a freeflow
of traffic on Garvey Avenue. Left turn lanes into these
driveways cause traffic to queue onto Garvey Avenue and into
the intersection, thus reducing traffic flow and creates a
potential for rearend type accidents.
The accident history from the October staff report does not
indicate that left turns into the driveways are a problem.
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Very few vehicles turn left into the driveway steadily. A 15
minute traffic count was taken of all the driveways. No
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vehicles turned left into Driveways A or B, only one vehicle
turned left into Drivewway C.
A review of the 1988 traffic count of left turn lane volume
at Garvey Avenue and San Gabriel Boulevard revealed that the -� -_• w
highest volume of left turn traffic for east and west bound
direction occurred in the p.m. peak time. Turn pockets are
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determined by the peak hour traffic volume. Existing pocket
lanes are at a minimum to service this intersection.
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Reducing this length any further would result in longer
delays and congestion.
Based on the October Staff Report and the following analysis,
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the following measures recommended as follows remain
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unchanged:
A
Chairman Pinon stated that recommendations for Driveway A, B,
C, and Garvey Avenue be voted on individually.
Steve Rolte, Controller for Beech's Grocery Company, 301 E.
Olive, Burbank stated that there is currently and has always
been, a Right Turn Only sign at Driveway B, with no
restrictions on coming into that driveway. Clarification was
requested on how many feet proposed double yellow lines going
to Driveway B would be.
Deputy Engineer Itagaki stated that the installation of
double yellow lines would be in conjunction with a No Left
Turn restriction.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Driveway A - After further discussion and or. concerns about
Driveway "A ", it was moved by Commissioner Knapp, seconded by
Chairman Pinon, and carried unanimously by those present to
accept the Traffic Engineer's recommendation on No. A. Install a
"Right Turn Only" (R41) sign for exiting traffic; and to deny No.
B. Install a "No Left Turn" (R17) sign facing entering traffic on
the existing street light east of the driveway.
Driveway B - It was moved by Commissioner Knapp, seconded by
Chairman Pinon, and carried unanimously by those present to
accept the Traffic Engineer's recommendation on No. A. Install a
"Right Turn Only" (R41) sign for exiting traffic; and to
eliminate No. B. Install a "NO Left Turn" (R17) sign facing
entering traffic on the existing street light east of the
driveway.
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Driveway
A.
Install a "Right Turn Only" (R41) sign for exiting
traffic.
B.
Install a "No Left Turn" (R17) sign facing entering
traffic on the existing street light east of the
driveway.
Driveway
A.
B
Install a "Right Turn Only" (R41) sign for exiting
traffic.
B.
Install a "NO Left Turn" (R17) sign facing entering
traffic on the existing street light east of the
driveway.
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Driveway
C
A.
Install a "Right Turn Only" (R41) sign for exiting
traffic.
B.
Install a "NO Left Turn" (R17) sign facing entering
traffic.
Garvey Avenue
A.
East of San Gabriel Boulevard - Install a double
yellow line and a 12" white line.
B.
West of San Gabriel Boulevard - Install a double
yellow line.
Dave Schaenbeck,
District Manager for Savon, 5261 Via
Bernardo,
Yorba Linda stated that limiting the access to
Driveway
B may severely impact Savon's sales, whose sales are
the lowest
in L.A. County, partially due to the store not
facing a
major street access. A possible alternative would
to close
the store as their lease will be up with Beeches in
1993.
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Chairman Pinon stated that recommendations for Driveway A, B,
C, and Garvey Avenue be voted on individually.
Steve Rolte, Controller for Beech's Grocery Company, 301 E.
Olive, Burbank stated that there is currently and has always
been, a Right Turn Only sign at Driveway B, with no
restrictions on coming into that driveway. Clarification was
requested on how many feet proposed double yellow lines going
to Driveway B would be.
Deputy Engineer Itagaki stated that the installation of
double yellow lines would be in conjunction with a No Left
Turn restriction.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Driveway A - After further discussion and or. concerns about
Driveway "A ", it was moved by Commissioner Knapp, seconded by
Chairman Pinon, and carried unanimously by those present to
accept the Traffic Engineer's recommendation on No. A. Install a
"Right Turn Only" (R41) sign for exiting traffic; and to deny No.
B. Install a "No Left Turn" (R17) sign facing entering traffic on
the existing street light east of the driveway.
Driveway B - It was moved by Commissioner Knapp, seconded by
Chairman Pinon, and carried unanimously by those present to
accept the Traffic Engineer's recommendation on No. A. Install a
"Right Turn Only" (R41) sign for exiting traffic; and to
eliminate No. B. Install a "NO Left Turn" (R17) sign facing
entering traffic on the existing street light east of the
driveway.
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Driveway C - It was moved by Commissioner Knapp, seconded by
Chairman Pinon, and carried unanimously by those present to
approve the Traffic Engineer's recommendation on Driveway C, No.
A. Install a "Right Turn Only" (R41) sign for exiting traffic;
No. B. Install a "No Left Turn" (R17) sign facing entering
traffic.
Garvey Avenue - It was moved by Commissioner Knapp, seconded by
Chairman Pinon, and carried unanimously by those present to deny
the Traffic Engineer's recommendation on No. A. East of San
Gabriel Boulevard - Install a double yellow line and a 12" white
line; and to accept No. B. Install a "NO Left Turn" (R17) sign
facing entering traffic and the left turn arrow in the pocket for
those vehicles travelling west on Garvey Avenue making a left
turn onto San Gabriel Boulevard be moved further west by 3' to
vi. NEW BUSINESS
A. REQUESTED PARKING RESTRICTION CHANGES AT SHUEY SCHOOL AND
ENCINITA SCHOOL
Deputy Engineer Itagaki stated that another request was
received from the Rosemead School District to review the red
curb installations at Shuey and Encinita School. A review
indicated that some red curb and street sweeping parking
restrictions were present at both schools. Recommendations
were made to provide red curb side parking at Shuey School.
The curb side parking was readily available at Encinita
School, therefore, no additional parking restrictions were
recommended. For Shuey School, the recommendations are shown
on Figure 1. Paint 100' of white curb between the driveways
of the schools main parking lot; install a "Loading Zone only
7:30 a.m. -2:30 p.m. Except Weekends and Holidays" on the
southside of Wells Street; remove approximately 60' of red
curb on the south side of Wells Street, east of the school's
main parking lot; paint 20' of red curb on the approaches to
the existing yellow crosswalk on east leg of Wells Street at
Earle Avenue.
On Figure 2 for Encinita School, there is approximately 300'
of available curb parking directly in front of the school. A
field review revealed that very few cars, if any, would be
parked there for any significant amount of time. During the
dismissal period, the area was used by parents picking up
their children, no vehicles were double parked and very
_ little congestion in the area. Therefore, additional parking
restrictions are not recommended for Encinita School.
commissioner Knapp asked if the recommendations were approved
@� by the School Principals.
Administrative Aide Troyer stated that he has been in close
contact with the School District and they do not have any
qualms with the recommendations as they stand.
Vice Chairman Tirre questioned if school busing would come
back. Administrative Aide Troyer stated that he did not
believe it would within the next year due to State budget
problems.
Vice Chairman Tirre asked if there were any problems with the
children involving accidents. Administrative Aide Troyer
stated that with the additional crossing guard agreement
_,Omk implemented with the School District, there have not been any
problems.
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ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION MINUTES
JANUARY 7. 1993
The regular meeting of the Rosemead Traffic Commission was called to
order by Chairman Pinon, at 7:00 p.m., in the council Chambers, 8838
East Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California 91770.
I. CALL TO ORDER
The Pledge to the Flag was delivered by Vice Chairman Tirre
The Invocation was delivered by Vice Chairman Tirre
II. ROLL CALL
Chairman Pinon
Commissioners: Larson, Beezley, Tirre, Knapp
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. It was moved by Commissioner Tirre, seconded by
Commissioner Beezley to approve the minutes for
December 3, 1992.
Knapp - Yes
Tirre - Yes
Beezley - Yes
Pinon - Yes
Larson - Abstain
Motion was carried. Commissioner Larson abstained as
he was not present at the December 3rd meeting.
IV. COMMISSION REORGANIZATION FOR 1993
Chairman Pinon nominated Vice Chairman Dan Tirre for
Chairman. Nomination was voted unanimously. Vice Chairman
Tirre then took over as the new Chairman for 1993.
Chairman Tirre nominated Commission Frank Larson for Vice
Chairman. Nomination was voted unanimously. Commissioner
Larson then took over as the new Vice Chairman for 1993.
V. ORAL COMMUNICATION FROM THE AUDIENCE - None
VI. OLD BUSINESS
A. LEFT TURN RESTRICTIONS ON GARVEY AVEM;E WEST OF SAN
Administrative Aide Troyer stated that he has been in contact
with Steve Zuckerman, Project Manager for Diamond Square
about the concerns of the businesses in the square with
regard to a "No Left Turn" restriction on Garvey Avenue into
the square. They are asking that the "NO Left Turn"
restriction be forfeited and a "Right Turn Only" sign be
posted at the exiting driveway of the square.
Vice Chairman Larson asked if Diamond Square would allow a
"NO Left Turn" sign to be posted on their property, the same
as Savon and Beeches.
(f Commissioner Pinon stated that the Commission made a right
decision the first time with regard to installing a "No Left
Turn" restriction on exiting or entering traffic. There is a
problem with taxicabs gathering near the restaurant and
entering the driveway from the west on Garvey Avenue.
Chairman Tirre stated that the same courtesy extended to
Savon /Beeches should also be extended to Diamond Square.
Commissioner Pinon stated that Savon /Beeches technically only
have two driveways and Diamond Square has four functioning
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driveways.
Vice Chairman Larson stated that traffic restrictions should
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not be put on the businesses already existing. If the
business changes hands in the future, than would be the time
to inform the new owners of the City's concerns.
Commissioner Knapp suggested that the Commission review this
item again in six months. A "Right Turn Only" sign at the
driveway may be another alternative.
RECOMMENDATION
It was moved by Commissioner Knapp, seconded by Vice Chairman
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Larson and carried 4 -1 to accept the Traffic Engineer's
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recommendation based on the request by the Diamond Square
shopping center, that the installation of the left turn
restriction from Garvey Avenue into Diamond Square is not
recommended.
Larson - Yes
Knapp - Yes
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Tirre - Yes
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Beezley - Yes
Pinon - No
Commissioner Pinon requested that for the record, his NO vote
was due to the fact that there is a safety hazard in that
area due to taxi traffic.
VII.
NEW BUSINESS
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A. REQUEST FOR A PEDESTRIAN SIGNAL OR STOP SIGNS ON GRAVES FOR A PEDESTRIAN SIGNAL OR STOP SIGNS oN G�VES
AVENUE AT JACKSON STREET
Deputy Traffic Engineer Itagaki stated that a request was
received from a resident for the installation of a pedestrian
signal or stop sign on Graves Avenue at Jackson Street. The
resident did not leave their name and specific details of
this request could not be discussed.
Graves Avenue is a 54' wide east /west roadway which was
recently constructed by L.A. County. This reconstruction
included the installation of a traffic signal at Graves and
San Gabriel. Graves is striped for two lanes of traffic in
each direction separated by a two -way left turn lane. The _
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posted speed limit is 35 mph.
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Jackson Street is a 40' wide north /south roadway. It forms a
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"T" intersection with Graves Avenue. Jackson Street is
striped with a single yellow skip strip and is posted 30 mph.
The accident history from January 1, 1989 to March 31, 1992
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was reviewed. 5 accidents were identified in the vicinity of
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the intersection. It should be noted that these accidents
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were in the vicinity of the intersection and not necessarily
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right at the intersection. There was only 1 accident that
occurred at the intersection of Graves Avenue and Jackson
Avenue which was a southbound vehicle turning left which
broadsided a westbound vehicle proceeding straight. That was
a violation of right -of -way automobile.
A 24 -hour traffic count was taken on the approaches to the
intersection of Graves and Jackson. On Graves this revealed
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a count of 3900 vehicles during the day. On Jackson Street
in the southbound direction only, the count was approximately
950 vehicles.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN
AND MEMBERS
ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION
FROM: JOANNE ITAGAKI, DEPUTY TRAFFIC ENGINEER PQ
DATE: NOVEMBER 8, 1995
RE: NOVEMBER 2, 1995 TRAFFIC COMMISSION INQUIRIES
Several items were brought to my attention at our last meeting. The following is a
summary of the actions taken as a result of our discussion.
1. Gate on Marshall Street associated with the El Monte Rosemead Adult
School ESL classes - I spoke with Ms. Antonia Navarro of the school District.
She informs me the teachers of the ESL classes have already started closing
the Marshall Street gate during the morning hours. She will remind the
teachers to continue this practice. Ms. Navarro indicated that there have not
been any reports of vandalism in the parking lot.
2. Flashing beacons on Del Mar Avenue at Williams School - The inoperable
flashing beacons were reported to our maintenance company on November
7, 1995.
3. Walnut Grove Avenue /Mission Drive - The problem with the signal timing
was reported to our maintenance company on November 7, 1995.
Should you have any questions regarding these issues, please feel free to contact
me at (310) 908 -6226.
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TRAFFIC SIGNAL FORUM
OCTOBER 26, 1995
MEETING MINUTES
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A West San Gabriel Valley Traffic Signal Forum was held on October 26, 1995 at 2:00
P.m, at the El Monte City hall West. Attendance was as follows:
Attendees:
John Hill -
LA County
Ahmad Abghari -
LA County
Jane White -
LA County
Fred Erbe -
Caltrans
Charles Bergson -
City of Monterey Park
Jim VanWinkle -
City of South Pasadena
Debbie Bell -
City of San Marino
Joanne Itagald -
City of'Rosemead
Richard Gamer, -
City of El Monte
Patrick Lang -
City of Temple City
Benldn Jong -
MTA
Peter Liu -
MTA
Glen Pedersen -
Kimley-Hom Associates
Doug Smith -
DKS Associates
Matt Zachariah -
DKS Associates
Jackie Golob -
JGA
Michael Wendtland -
JHK & Associates
Teresa Squires -
JHK & Associates
A. The following items were distributed at the meeting:
• Meeting Agenda Packet
Technical Memorandum - Institutional Issues
• West San Valley Signal Inventory
• West San Gariel Forum - Camera Car Delay Study Results (Preliminary)
• Letter of October 19, 1995 from the City of San Marino regarding Los
Robles Avenue
• Letter of October 6,'1995 from Kimley -Horn Associates regarding Fair
Oaks Avenue in South Pasadena
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2. CONSULTANT STUDY PROGRESS
JHK presented a progress report concerning the West San Gabriel 'Walley Study. Benkin
Jong indicated that the Signal Inventory list will be available to participating agencies on disk
in Microsoft Access. Fred Erbe of Caltrans requested that the signals for Caltrans be sorted
separately.
Currently the Caltrans signals are interspersed through the other agencies.
CCS has been requested to do extra travel time runs. Estimated completion is first week
of November, in lieu of LOS counts. CCS will do level of service calculations for 18 specified
intersections, per scope of work.
Jackie Golob expressed appreciation to all the agencies for their assistance with the
institutional issues draft memorandum. Any comments or concerns about the memorandum,
please respond to JHK, by December 11th. Some key. findings of the institutional issues
analyses are:
Concerning current maintenance arrangements, the agencies are not looking to
make any changes.
• For the transit priority, 2 out of 3 operators recommend TSM improvements, like
left turn phases, restriping, etc. Yet, 2 out of 3 operators do not want new
-hardware in- their buses.
3. PROPOSAL TO EXPAND FORUM BOUNDARIES
Jane White proposed that the forum boundaries be expanded to include additional signals
in unincorporated area on Whittier Boulevard and Atlantic Boulevard. Fred Erbe made a motion
in favor. Motion was seconded by Richard Garner. Motion passed with full consensus of forum
group.
4. FIRST YEAR WORK PROGRAM
South Pasadena and San Marino submitted detailed cost estimates for Fair Oaks and Los
Robles. Los Angeles County presented estimates for Garfield and Atlantic. LA County estimates
were based on field data collected in 1991. If Atlantic and Garfield estimates do not increase,
sufficient funding ($550,000) is also available to include the Fremont project in the first year
scope of work.
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Cost estimates of candidate projects for year one were discussed. The following table
shows cost breakdown.
Project Cost
Fair Oaks (South Pasadena) $ 857,000
Garfield & Atlantic 1,400,000
Los Robles (San Marino) 232,000
El Monte 580.000
TOTAL $3,069,000 -
Local Match
$ 86,000
210,000
90,000
300,000
$ 686,000 - $2,383,000
Forum consensus was reached on the first year candidate projects. Peter Liu asked since
the full amount of the $3,400,000 was not committed for the first year, could some of the transit
improvements be included?
JHK will present recommendations for a multi -year plan at the next forum meeting.
5. OTHER BUSINESS
Extensive discussion focused on the issue of CMP credits. For an agency to get CMP
credits for a signal synchronization project, it must contribute local funds. Some agencies
perceived this as being unfair. Similar concerns have surfaced in some of the other forums.
Others commented that the legislation that established commented the CMP lays out the
stricture for obtaining credits through capital expenditures for projects or purchases of credits
on the secondary market.
JHK will send information that was distributed at this meeting to the agencies that were
not represented.
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The next meeting was initially scheduled or Thursday, November 16, 1995 at 2:00 pm„
in El Monte City Hall West, Conference Room A. The meeting has been rescheduled for
November 29, 1995 at 2:00 p.m. The location remains the same.
Submitted by=
Michael Wendtland, P.E.
Principal Engineer
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