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JOE VASOUEZ
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ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA 91770
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MEMORANDUM
TO: FRANK G. TRIPEPI, CITY MANAGER ornA-
_FROMt__._- CARL P. HOLM, ADMINISTRATIVE AIDE IJTIT
{ DATE: FEBRUARY 6, 1995
`'SUBJECT: FEBRUARY 2, 1995 - TRAFFIC COMMISSION
COPIES: DON WAGNER, ASST. CITY MANAGER
JEFF STEWART, EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
ACTIONS:
(1) PARKING RESTRICTIONS IN FRONT OF WILLIAMS SCHOOL
A request by Mr. Frank Busigin, Principal, to revise
traffic markings on Del Mar Avenue in front of Williams
School. The Commission voted to approve:
(1) 501 of red curb immediately south of the crosswalk at
Highcliff Street;
(2) Relocate school crossing signs from north to south of
the crosswalk; and
(3) Remove the pavement width transition sign.
In addition, items relative to extending yellow curb, removing
"Bus Zone" designation, and removing nG* parking school days
restrictons were continued to obtain bus schedules and field
review bus movement impacts.
(2) RED CURB AT 2751-55 DEL MAR AVENUE
This item was initiated by the Engineering Dept! to install
red curb where the pavement width narrows south of Garvey
Avenue. It appears to only be replacing red curb where new
curbing has been constructed in front of 2751 Del Mar
Avenue. The Commission voted to approve this item. This
item will be presented to the City Council on February 28,
1995.
AGENDA
ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION
Regular Meeting
Rosemead Council Chambers
8838 East Valley Boulevard
FEBRUARY 2, 1995
CALL TO ORDER:
ROLL CALL:
7:00 p.m.
Chairman Tirre
Vice-Chairman Alarcon
Commissioners Beezley, Larson & Knapp
PLEDGE TO THE FLAG:
Vice-Chairman Alarcon
INVOCATION: Chairman Tirre
I. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Regular meeting of January 5, 1995
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).
III. NEW BUSINESS
A. REVISED PARKING RESTRICTIONS AT WILLIAMS SCHOOL (2444
NORTH DEL MAR AVENUE)
This is a request to install parking restrictions in
front of Dan T. Williams Elementary School.
B. INSTALL RED CURB AT 2751-2755 NORTH DEL MAR AVENUE
This is a request to replace red curb in front of
properties at 2751-2755 North Del Mar Avenue.
C. REVIEW LEFT TURN PHASING AT WALNUT GROVE
AVENUE/MARSHALL STREET
This a request by the Traffic Commission to review
protected left-turn phasing on Walnut Grove Avenue at
Marshall Street.
IV. STAFF REPORTS
A. Status report on "Notice" of Red Curb at
1050-96 Walnut Grove Avenue.
V. COMMISSIONER REPORTS
VI. ADJOURNMENT
Thursday, March 2, 1995 at 7:00 p.m., Rosemead Council
Chambers, 8838 East Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, CA 91770.
TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN
AND MEMBERS
ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION
FROM: JOANNE ITAGAKI, DEPUTY TRAFFIC ENGINEER
DATE: JANUARY 24, 1995
RE: PARKING RESTRICTIONS IN FRONT OF WILLIAMS SCHOOL
REQUEST
Mr. Frank Busigin, Principal of Williams School, has requested the
Traffic Commission to again investigate the installation of a
traffic signal on Del Mar Avenue at Highcliff Street. Mr. Busigin
has also requested a review of the parking restrictions in front of
the School.
Staff has sent a letter to Mr. Busigin regarding the request for a
traffic signal at Del Mar Avenue ant Highcliff Street. A copy of
this letter is attached. This letter states that no dramatic
changes in traffic patterns have occurred since we first reviewed
this location. Therefore, the recommendation to not install the
traffic signal is unchanged.
CONDITIONS
Del Mar Avenue is a 64 foot wide north/south roadway. There are
two lanes of traffic in each direction separated by a double yellow
centerline. The posted speed limit is 35 mph unless children are
present in which case the speed limit is 25 mph.
The parking restrictions immediately in front of Williams School
consists of the following: "No Parking 7AM-5PM School Days", "No
Parking Mondays 6AM-10AM Street Sweeping", "No Stopping Any Time"
and 70 feet of yellow bus zone.
Figure 1 depicts the parking restrictions in front of Williams
School.
DISCUSSION
Field review of the parking restrictions in front of Williams
School was made. Most of the recommendations that were made for
Williams School have been completed. There are three items that
need to be addressed and are depicted in Figure 1:
1. Due to the relocation of the crosswalk, 50' of red curb on the
east side of Del Mar Avenue immediately south of the crosswalk
should be installed. This will provide visibility for
pedestrians of northbound vehicles from the curb.
Page 2.
2. Due to the relocation of the crosswalk, the W66 and W66A
(school crossing symbols) signs should be relocated to
immediately south of the crosswalk. This is the correct
location for these signs.
3. The W11 (pavement width transition) sign should be removed.
It is not necessary at this location.
The "No Stopping Any Time" must be retained. This restriction is
in place because of the transition of the lane lines. At the
intersection of Del Mar Avenue and Graves Avenue, a southbound
left-turn lane is provided. To accommodate this lane, the two
through lanes are transitioned towards the curb, removing parking.
The location of the "No Stopping Any Time" is at the end of this
transition where on-street parking can begin.
There are "No Parking 7AM-5PM School Days" restrictions in front of
the School which do not allow parents to park in front to pick-
up/drop-off the students. This restriction conflicts with the
yellow curb provided for school bus loading and unloading.
Removal of the "No Parking 7AM-5PM School Days" will allow parents
an area the pick-up/drop-off the students. This also allows other
cars to park in front of the School throughout the day. This may
have been a problem in the past which lead to the "School Days"
parking restriction.
With the installation of red curb for the crosswalk, approximately
20 feet exists between the red curb and the yellow bus zone. This
is parking space for approximately 1 vehicle.
If we extend the yellow curb to the 50' of red curb and remove the
bus zone restriction, this will allow all vehicles to load and
unload passengers in front of the school. However, this will
remove the area reserved for the school bus to load and unload.
Staff has contacted Mr. Busigin regarding the parking situation.
Mr. Busigin agrees the red curb is needed for the crosswalk. We
discussed the possibility of extending the yellow curb in front of
the school. Mr. Busigin feels the extension of the yellow curb
would help both parents and busses to park in front of the school.
If any other alternatives arise, he will contact staff by telephone
or letter.
Page 3.
Based on this report, the following recommendations, depicted in
Figure 1, are made:
1. Install 50' of red curb on the east side of Del Mar Avenue
immediately south of the crosswalk at Highcliff Street.
2. Relocate the W66 and W66A (school crossing symbols) signs to
immediately south of the crosswalk at Highcliff Street.
3. Remove the W11 (pavement width transition) sign in front of
Williams School.
4. Extend the existing yellow curb northerly to the red curb for
the crosswalk and remove the "Bus Zone" designation of the
existing yellow curb.
5. Remove "No Parking 7AM-5PM School Days" restriction in front
of Williams School.
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MAYOR:
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MAYOR PRO TEM:
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COUNCILMEMBERS:
MARGARET CLARK
JAY IMPERIAL
JOE VASOUEZ
Mr. Frank Busigin
Principal
Dan T. Williams School
2444 N. Del Mar Avenue
Rosemead, CA 91770
Subject: Traffic Conditions in Front of Dan T. Williams School
Dear Mr. Busigin:
January 3, 1995
As you are aware, the City of Rosemead's Traffic Commission reviewed the traffic
conditions surrounding Williams School approximately 1 year ago. During this analysis,
the Traffic Commission approved several measures to improve the situation at the school.
Copies of the agenda items and meeting minutes are enclosed for your information.
We feel the issue of a traffic signal at the intersection of Del Mar Avenue and Highcliff
Street has been fully addressed. The traffic conditions of this area have not changed
dramatically since our initial study. Therefore, another investigation for a traffic signal is
not warranted. Our recommendation not to install a school area traffic signal at the
intersection of Del Mar Avenue and Highcliff Street remains unchanged.
Your request to review the parking conditions in front of the school, however, does
require additional investigation. There appears to be some conflicting parking restrictions
that need to be addressed. Any changes to parking restrictions must be brought before
the Traffic Commission.
Traffic Commission meetings are held the first Thursday of every month at 7 p.m, at City
Hall. Tentatively, we hope to place this item on the February 2, 1995, Traffic Commission
Agenda. You will be contacted to confirm this date.
Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at (310) 908-6226.
Very truly yours,
CITY OF ROSEMEAD
Joanne Itagakl
Deputy Traffic Engineer
Enclosures
copy: Carl Holm
Poscmead
8838 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD • P.O. BOX 399
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA 91770
TELEPHONE (018) 288-6671
TELECOPIER 8183079218
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GARVEY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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2444 N. Del Mar Ave., Rosemead, CA 91770
Frank Busigin, Principal (818) 307-3306
September 27, 1994
Rosemead Traffic Commission
8838 E. Valley Blvd.
Rosemead, CA 91770
Gentlemen:
BOARD OF EDUCATION
Loretta Gonzalez
Earleen Green
David Lau
John Nunez
Jim Smith
SUPERINTENDENT
Anita L. Suazo, Ph.D.
My name is Frank Busigin. I am the principal of Dan T. Williams School, 2444 N.
Del Mar Ave., Rosemead.
On September 22, our crossing guard was almost hit by two cars that failed to stop
while she was in the crosswalk getting ready to have some students cross Del Mar
Ave.
Prior to this, we did have other occasions in which our students while crossing in the
crosswalk were "targets" for other cars that did not stop.
In early September, the City did come and change the location of the previous
crosswalk to a safer location to cross. It has helped somewhat but is not enough.
We need a traffic light with a push button so that the Williams' students will be
more secure when they cross Del Mar Ave.
Also, the signs in front of our school need to be changed. They say "NO STOPPING
ANYTIME" or "NO PARKING DURING THE HOURS FROM 7:00 A.M to 5:00
P.M." We need these to be changed to "TEMPORARY PARKING" or
"LOADING ZONE" so that our parents can pick up their children in front of
school without the possibility of getting a ticket for parking longer than ten or
fifteen minutes.
Each morning our students are taking a risk in crossing the street without a traffic
light to come to school hoping that someone with a car will not go through the
crosswalk while they are using it.
Please take this matter into your immediate consideration. I'm sure we all have the
well-being of our children in mind.
Sincerely,
FRANK BUSIGIN
Equal Opportunity Employer - Non-Discrimination on Basis of Race, Color, Ancestry, Religious Creed, Sex, Handicap, Age
TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN
AND MEMBERS
ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION
FROM: JOANNE ITAGAKI, DEPUTY TRAFFIC ENGINEER
DATE: JANUARY 24, 1995
RE: REQUEST FOR RED CURB IN FRONT OF
2751 AND 2755 DEL MAR AVENUE
REQUEST
A request has been made by the Deputy City Engineer to investigate
the need for red curb on the west side of Del Mar Avenue south of
Garvey Avenue. The Deputy City Engineer indicated this request
came from a resident in the area.
Del Mar Avenue south of Garvey Avenue is 64 feet wide then
transitions to a 54 foot wide roadway. Generally, there is one
lane of traffic in each direction separated by a double yellow
centerline. The posted speed limit is 35 mph.
Parking is restricted on the west side of Del Mar Avenue by red
curb and access driveways. Currently, parking is allowed in front
of 2751 and 2755 Del Mar Avenue.
Figure 1 depicts these conditions.
DATA
The accident history for Del Mar Avenue south of Garvey Avenue was
reviewed for the reported accidents from January 1, 1991 through
June 30, 1994. A total of five accidents were reported and are
summarized below:
Location and Description
5' south - Southbound vehicle
turning right broadsided a
northbound stopped vehicle
(Alc/Drg, Wrong side).
145' south - Southbound vehicle
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southbound vehicle (Unsafe
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250' south - Northbound proceeding
straight rearended a northbound
vehicle turning right (Too close)
Date Time
5/30/93 9:45pm
4/19/91 9:05am
6/2/91 8:15pm
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Location and Description
250' south - Westbound vehicle
turning left broadsided a
southbound vehicle proceeding
straight (Right-of-way Auto).
500' south - Northbound vehicle
turning rearended a northbound
vehicle (Improper turn, Alc/Drg)
Date Time
11/14/91 12:55pm
9/11/91 2:30pm
Field review of the location was made. Immediately south of Garvey
Avenue, southbound Del Mar Avenue traffic merges from two lanes to
one lane. This transition occurs from Garvey Avenue to
approximately 300 feet southerly. In this transition, there is not
enough width to provide for parking and through traffic.
The curb in front of 2751 and 2755 Del Mar Avenue appears to have
been installed within the past few years. We were not able to
determine the exact installation date. However, based on the
existing red curb and the transition from two lanes to one lane, a
segment of red curb appears to be missing in front of 2751 and 2755
Del Mar Avenue. Installation of red curb in front of these
locations will remove on-street parking for approximately 4
vehicles.
RECOMMENDATION
The installation of red curb in front of 2751 and 2755 Del Mar
Avenue is recommended to provide a sufficient lane width for
southbound merging traffic.
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FROM: JOANNE ITAGAKI, DEPUTY TRAFFIC ENGINEER
DATE: JANUARY 24, 1995
RE: REQUEST FOR PROTECTED LEFT-TURN PHASING ON WALNUT GROVE
AVENUE AT MARSHALL STREET
REQUEST
Commissioner Alarcon requested the Deputy Traffic Engineer to
investigate the need for protected left-turn phasing on Walnut
Grove Avenue at Marshall Street. He indicated the morning peak
hour experiences some left-turn delay on Walnut Grove Avenue.
CONDITIONS
Walnut Grove Avenue is a 64 foot wide roadway north of Marshall
Street and a 72 foot wide roadway south of Marshall Street. There
are two lanes of traffic in each direction separated by a double
yellow centerline. Left-turn lanes exist for the northbound and
southbound directions. The posted speed limit is 40 mph.
Marshall Street is a 40 foot wide roadway with one lane in each
direction. Opposing traffic is separated by a double yellow
centerline in the immediate vicinity of Walnut Grove Avenue and a
skip yellow centerline farther from the intersection. The posted
speed limit is 35 mph west of Walnut Grove Avenue. East of Walnut
Grove Avenue, a 25 mph "school zone" speed limit is posted.
Figure 1 depicts conditions at this intersection.
The traffic signal operation of this intersection is termed "split-
phased" or, as indicated at the intersection, a 113-way signal".
This means traffic in one direction of Marshall Street is given a
green signal while the other direction is stopped then vise versa.
After traffic on Marshall Street is served, traffic on Walnut Grove
Avenue is given a green signal. This operation was implemented as
a result of the school pedestrians crossing Walnut Grove Avenue and
the conflicting traffic.
DATA
The accident history for the intersection of Walnut Grove Avenue
and Marshall Street was reviewed. This review included reported
accidents from January 1, 1991 through June 30, 1994. A total of
13 intersection accidents were reported. Figure 2 depicts these
accidents. Seven (7) of these accidents involved northbound
vehicles turning left and broadsiding southbound through vehicles.
Page 2.
Field observations were conducted during the AM and mid-day peak
periods to determine the number of vehicles experiencing delay in
the northbound direction. The northbound direction was chosen
because of the number of accidents reported in this direction and
this movement has a higher volume of left-turns in the morning.
The mid-day peak period was chosen to coincide with the dismissal
period of Marshall School, located east of the intersection.
DISCUSSION
The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) Traffic
Manual provides guidelines to determine if protected left-turn
phasing is warranted at signalized intersection. Iq order to
warrant protected left-turn phasing on Walnut Grove Avenue at
Marshall Street, one or more of the following conditions must exist
(Caltrans Traffic Manual Section 9-01.3):
1. Accidents. Five of more left-turn accidents for a particular
left-turn movement during a recent 12 month period.
2. Delay. Left-turn delay of one of more vehicles which were
waiting at the beginning of the green interval and are still
remaining in the left-turn lane after at least 80 percent of
the total number of cycles for 1 hour.
3. Volume. At new intersections where only estimated volumes are
available, the following criteria may be used. For a pre-
times signal or a background-cycle-controlled actuated signal,
a left-turn volume of more than two vehicles per approach per
cycle for a peak hour; or for a traffic-actuated signal, 50 or
more left-turning vehicles per hour in one direction with the
product of the turning and conflicting through traffic during
the peak hour of 100,000 or more.
4. Miscellaneous. Other factors that might be considered,
include but are not limited to: impaired sight distance due to
horizontal or vertical curvature, or where there is a large
percentage of busses and trucks.
The reported accident history reviewed identified five northbound
left-turn accidents during the 1993 calendar year. In addition,
one southbound left-turn accident was reported. The requirement to
satisfy the accident guideline is five or more accidents for a
particular left-turn movement. This guideline is 100 percent met.
The delay guideline indicates that 80 percent of the total number
of cycles for any 1 hour must experience a delay to be met. The
delay data obtained identified the morning peak as having the
highest number of delayed cycles with 7 out of 36 cycles being
delayed during this hour. No cycles were delayed in the afternoon
peak hour. This guideline is 24 percent met (19a of 806).
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The volume guideline is met if the product of the left-turning
vehicles versus the opposing through and right-turns in the peak
hour exceeds 100,000. Recent traffic volume counts were not
conducted at this intersection. However, traffic volume counts
were conducted in 1988 for the Citywide Traffic Study. These
traffic volume counts indicated the critical product was the
northbound left-turns versus the southbound throughs and right-
turns. This product was 126,144 during the AM peak hour. This
satisfies the volume guideline.
There are no unusual geometrics or conditions that would satisfy
the miscellaneous guideline.
Field observations of the intersection
extensive delay experienced by northbound
delay did occur, vehicles were waiting
travel.
RECOMMENDATION
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This report has identified the northbound left-turn movement as the
most critical for the installation of protected left-turn phasing
on Walnut Grove Avenue at Marshall Street. Protected left-turn
phasing is typically installed for both directions of a roadway.
Therefore, the analysis identified a critical movement but
consideration of protected left-turn phasing is for both directions
of Walnut Grove Avenue. The finding of this report are summarized
below:
1. The accident guideline is 100 percent satisfied.
2. The delay guideline is 24% (19°1 of 800).
3. The volume guideline is 100°06 satisfied.
4. The miscellaneous guideline is not applicable.
The installation of northbound and southbound protected left-turn
phasing on Walnut Grove Avenue at Marshall Street is recommended.
This is based on the satisfaction of 2 of the Caltrans guidelines
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ROSEMEAn TRAFFIC COMMISSION MINUTES
JANUARY 5. 1995
The regular meeting of the Rosemead Traffic Commission was called to order
by Chairman Knapp, at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers, 8838 East Valley
Boulevard, California 91770.
I. CALL TO ORDER
The Pledge to the Flag was delivered by Commissioner Larson
The Invocation was delivered by Chairman Knapp
II. ROLL CALL
Chairman Knapp
Commissioners: Beezley, Larson, Tirre, Alarcon
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
It was moved by Commissioner Tirre, seconded by Commissioner
Beezley and carried unanimously to approve the Traffic Commission
minutes for December 1, 1994.
IV. COMMISSION REORGANIZATION FOR 1995
Chairman Knapp turned the meeting over to the Administrative Aide
Carl-Holm for nominations and election of the new chairman.
The Administrative Aide called for nominations. Commissioner
Larson nominated Commissioner Tirre. There being no further
nominations, commissioner Tirre was named the new Chairman for
1995.
Commissioner Tirre then took over as the new Chairman and thanked
the Commission.
Chairman Tirre opened nominations for Vice-Chairman.
Commissioner Knapp nominated Commissioner Alarcon. There being
no further nominations, Commissioner Alarcon was named the new
Vice-Chairman for 1995.
V. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE - None
VI. NEW BUSINESS
A. REQUEST FOR TRAFFIC SIGNAL ON MARSHALL STREET EAST OF
ROSEMEAD BOULEVARD - ROSEMEAD SQUARE SHOPPING CENTER
Deputy Traffic Engineer Itagaki stated that a letter was received
from Ms. Diane Garcia, 9037 Marshall Street, for the installation
of a traffic signal at Marshall Street and the driveway of the
Rosemead Square Shopping Center.
Marshall Street is an 82' wide east/west collector roadway. Two
lanes of traffic exist in each direction separated by a raised
center median. The posted speed limit is 35 mph.
In the vicinity of the Rosemead Square Shopping Center driveway
(driveway "A"), Marshall Street narrows to a width of 701. This
width retains the two lanes of traffic until Hart Avenue. At
this point, Marshall Street reduces to a 4;0' width with one lane
of traffic in each direction separated by a yellow skip stripe.
The accident history in the vicinity of driveway "A" and Marshall
Street was reviewed. This review included reported accidents
from January 1, 1991 through June 20, 1994. A total of ten (10)
accidents were reported in the vicinity of driveway "A" during
the time period reviewed.
Traffic volume counts were taken in 1993 on Marshall Street.
These counts indicated an average daily traffic volume of 5500
vehicles per day.
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Field review of this location during the non-Christmas shopping
period indicate minimal traffic volumes from driveway "A" during
the peak hours. It is estimated that less than 50 vehicles use
this driveway during the peak hours and the average daily traffic
volume of the driveway is 500 vehicles per day.
The reported accident data indicates the majority of accidents at
this location involved northbound vehicles colliding with
eastbound vehicles. Based on the conditions at this location, it
is difficult to determine the exact reasons for these accidents.
The visibility of eastbound vehicles from the driveway is more
than adequate.
The traffic volumes at this location would not warrant the
installation of a traffic signal. Most likely it would cause
undue delay to traffic on Marshall Street. In addition, the
driveway is less than 500' away from Rosemead Boulevard and would
not be an appropriate location for a traffic signal.
A draft study has recently been completed for the installation of
protected left turn signals for Marshall Street at Rosemead
Boulevard. This draft study has not yet been approved by the
City Council. The draft study does recommend the installation of
protected left turn signals on Marshall Street. With this
recommended installation, vehicles exiting driveway "A" would be
provided more gaps in traffic to execute their movements.
Traffic signals can enhance traffic safety and promote traffic
flow when installed at locations where studies have shown such
control to be justified. When signals are installed at justified
locations, traffic safety and overall intersection congestion is
improved. When signals are installed at locations where they are
not justified, safety is often compromised and congestion is
increased.
RECOMMENDATION:
The installation of a traffic signal at Marshall Street and the
driveway of the Rosemead Square Shopping Center east of Rosemead
Boulevard was not recommended. It was recommended that this
location be further reviewed should the installation of protected
left turn signals on Marshall Street at Rosemead Boulevard not be
approved.
Commissioner Knapp stated that she recently experienced a near
accident at this location. She would like to see the raised dots
installed to prevent left turns.
Deputy Traffic Engineer Itagaki stated that the way the stripping
is going to be installed, it will be larger, i.e., elephant
tracks, and should be visually apparent.
Commissioner Knapp stated that a letter or phone call should be
made to Ms. Garcia as to the Commission's recommendation.
Speaking before the Commission was:,
Glen Clanton
3244 Leyburn Drive
Rosemead, California 91770
Mr. Clanton stated that as a resident of Rosemead, he has also
experienced problems at this location.
It was moved by Vice-Chairman Alarcon, seconded by Commission
Beezley, and carried unanimously to approve the Traffic
Engineer's recommendation.
B. INVESTIGATION OF VISIBILITY AT DRIVEWAY OF PARK VIEW CONDOMINIUMS
- 1050 THROUGH 1096 WALNUT GROVE AVENUE
Deputy Traffic Engineer Itagaki stated that this request came
from Mayor Bruesch to investigate the visibility from the
driveway of the Park View Condominiums (Condos) at 1050 through
1096 Walnut Grove Avenue.
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Walnut Grove Avenue is 70' wide with two lanes of traffic in each
direction separated by a two-way left-turn lane. Walnut Grove
Avenue has a vertical downhill slope to the north. The fronting
uses in this vicinity of Walnut Grove Avenue is residential.
In the vicinity of the Park View Condos, parking is restricted by
painted red curb and posted parking restrictions. The posted
speed limit is 45 mph.
Field review of the location was conducted and revealed the
majority of on-street parking is restricted by red curb or posted
parking restrictions. There is on-street parking available south
of the Park View Condos with the only restriction being "No
Parking Thursdays 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Street Sweeping".
The visibility of southbound traffic, from the driveway of the
Park View Condos, is adequate. There is a vertical slope but the
restricted on-street parking provides adequate visibility of this
traffic.
The visibility of northbound traffic, however, is restricted by
vehicles parked on the street. The extension of the existing red
curb would improve this situation.
Currently, there is parking available for a distance of
approximately 1201. In this distance, however, there is a fire
hydrant which reduces this length to approximately 90' or
approximately 9 vehicles. Based on the location of this fire
hydrant and the need to improve the visibility of northbound
vehicles, 45' of additional red curb is recommended. This would
remove one parking space in front of the Park View Condos.
RECOMMENDATION:
It was recommended that 45' red curb be added in front of the
Park View Condos at 1050 through 1096 Walnut Grove Avenue.
Administrative Aide Holm stated that another issue that was
raised was the fact that trash dumpsters are brought down by the
trash company and placed on the street. This is being treated as
a separate issue, and staff is working with Consolidated Disposal
to come up with an alternative solution, rather than the trash
company stopping on that street.
Vice-Chairman Alarcon inquired if staff will notify the residents
before or after the fact.
Deputy Traffic Engineer Itagaki stated that there is only (1)
space being taken away.
Vice-Chairman Alarcon stated that sometimes residents don't
notice that a curb is painted red, and subsequently get cited.
Administrative Aide Holm stated that if it's the direction of the
Commission to accept this recommendation, staff will send a
letter to the residents as to the Commission's actions.
It was moved by Commissioner Knapp, seconded by Vice-Chairman
Alarcon, and carried unanimously to approve the Traffic
Engineer's recommendation.
The Commission directed staff to follow through with the
residents that are directly affected.
VII. MATTERS FROM COMMISSION AND STAFF
Commissioner Knapp asked the Deputy Traffic Engineer to study the
location of Broadway and Rosemead Boulevard by "The Hat"
restaurant for the raised dots.
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Commission,
the meeting was adjourned at 7:23 p.m. 3 people in the audience.
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