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TC - 10-05-95AGENDA ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION 8838 E. Valley Blvd., Rosemead, CA 91770 Regular Meeting October 5. 1995 Call to Order: 7:00 p.m. Roll Call: Commissioners Larson, Knapp, Vice-Chairman Alarcon, Chairman Tirre Pledge of Allegiance: Commissioner Knapp Invocation: Vice-Chairman Alarcon 1. MINUTES - Regular Traffic Commission meeting of September 7, 1995. RECOMMENDATION: Approve minutes as presented. H. 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. OLD BUSINESS A. NONE IV. NEW BUSINESS A. REQUEST TO INSTALL RED CURB, 7500 BLOCK OF GRAVES AVE. A request from Mr. Ronald Jones for the City to install red curb or no parking restrictions on the north side of the street between Jackson and New Avenues. RECOMMENDATION: Speed Enforcement plus Review Geometric Conditions. B. MARSHALL STREET EAST OF WALNUT GROVE - CONGESTION. This was a request from Commissioner Knapp to investigate the congestion occurring on Marshall Street in conjunction with Jansen School and neighboring Church. RECOMMENDATION: Receive and File Report. . V. STAFF REPORTS VI. COMMISSIONER REPORTS VH. ADJOURNMENT Thursday, November 2, 1995 at 7:00 p.m., Rosemead Council Chambers, 8838 E. Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, CA 91770. ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION MINUTES SEPTEMBER 7, 1995 The regular meeting of the Rosemead Traffic Commission was called to order by Chairman Tirre, at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers, 8838 East Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California 91770. ROLL CALL Present: Commissioners: Larson, Knapp, Alarcon Chairman: Tirre Ex Officio: Administrative Aide: James Troyer Deputy Traffic Engineer: Joanne Itagaki Sheriff Liaison: Miller Commission Secretary: Sandy Bernica CALL TO ORDER 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 Alarcon, seconded by Commissioner Knapp, and carried unanimously to approve the minutes for August 3, 1995. II. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE - None III. OLD BUSINESS - None IV. NEW BUSINESS A. REQUEST FOR GREEN CURB AT 2525 SAN GABRIEL BOULEVARD Deputy Traffic Engineer Itagaki presented the staff report regarding a letter received from Mr. Issa Farah requesting the installation of green curb in front of his business at 2525 San Gabriel Boulevard. Mr. Farah indicates the auto repair shop next door often parks cars for long periods of time in front of his business. Mr. Farah feels his business is greatly impacted by this practice. It was recommended that 112 Hour Parking, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Except Saturdays and Sundays" signs be posted on the west side of San Gabriel Boulevard from Garvalia Avenue to Fern Avenue. Administrative Aide Troyer stated that this business has a good track record, and appears to be one of the cleanest liquor stores in the City, and is well maintained. It was moved by Commissioner Larson, seconded by Commissioner Knapp, and carried unanimously to approve the Traffic Engineer's recommendation. B. REQUEST FOR "NO RIGHT TURN ON RED" SIGN AT ROSEMEAD BOULEVARD AND LOWER AZUSA ROAD Deputy Traffic Engineer Itagaki presented the staff report regarding a requested from Councilman Imperial to investigate the need for a "No Right Turn on Red" restriction for northbound traffic on Rosemead Boulevard at Lower Azusa Road. Councilman Imperial indicates there have been a number of accidents at this location involving southbound left turns and northbound right turns. Deputy Traffic Engineer Itagaki also stated that she conferred with Caltrans regarding this location and they agreed with the data and or recommendation. It was recommended that the intersection of Rosemead Boulevard and Lower Azusa road retain the existing level of traffic control. The installation of a "No Right Turn on Red" sign was not recommended. Page 1 It was moved by Commissioner Knapp, seconded by Commissioner Larson, and carried unanimously to approve the Traffic Engineer's recommendation. C. REQUEST FOR ADDITIONAL TRAFFIC CONTROLS FOR CURVES IN THE 3600 BLOCK OF MUSCATEL AVENUE SOUTH OF MARSHALL STREET Deputy Traffic Engineer Itagaki presented the staff report regarding a request received from Mr. Malak Mohammad, 3622 Muscatel Avenue, for additional traffic controls in the vicinity of the curves on Muscatel Avenue south of Marshall Street. Mr. Mohammed indicates that STOP signs or speed humps are needed because of the "dangerous curves". He also indicates this route is used for cut-through traffic. It was recommended that: Westbound to Northbound Direction 1. Relocate W3 (Rt) and W6 (20) 95 feet westerly (closer to the Curve 1). 2. Install W3 (Rt) and W6 (20) 60 feet from Driveway A (easterly direction). 3. Remove W57 and Type N from the "head-on" position of Curve 1. 4. Install W81 in the "head-on" position of Curve 1. Southbound to Eastbound Direction 1. Relocate W3 (Lt-Mod) from Curve 1 to 15 feet from Driveway A (easterly direction). 2. Install W81 in the "head-on" position of Curve 1. Commissioner Knapp inquired if on the guardrail we could put reflective arrow markings with white reflective tape. Deputy Traffic Engineer Itagaki stated that this is not a standard procedure anymore. Speaking before the Commission was: Mr. Malak Mohammad 3622 Muscatel Avenue Rosemead, California Mr. Mohammad stated that he would like to see the speed bumps installed to reduce speeds at this location. Chairman Tirre stated that staff will contact the Sheriff's Department and have them put up the radar trailer at this location when it becomes available. It was moved by Commissioner Larson, seconded by Commissioner Knapp, and carried unanimously to approve the Traffic Engineer's recommendation. V. STAFF REPORTS Administrative Aide Troyer stated that the City Council Actions of August 22, 1995, are to be received and filed. Administrative Aide Troyer also stated that the minutes for the West San Gabriel Valley Traffic Forum Meeting were attached, and are to be received and filed. Commissioner Alarcon asked Deputy Traffic Engineer Itagaki to explain what the West San Gabriel Valley Traffic Forum does. Deputy Traffic Engineer Itagaki explained a little about what the forum does and when it meets. Page 2 VI. COMMISSIONER REPORTS Commissioner Larson made a comment regarding the flags on Garvey Avenue. VII. There being no other business to come before the Commission, the meeting was adjourned at 7:35 p.m. The next meeting will take place on October 5, 1995. 2 people in the audience. Page 3 STAFF REPORT = TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION FROM: JOANNE ITAGAKI, DEPUTY TRAFFIC ENGINEER DATE: SEPTEMBER 26, 1995 RE: 7500 BLOCK OF GRAVES AVENUE - EXCESSIVE SPEEDS AND VISIBILITY FROM DRIVEWAYS REQUEST A request has been received from Mr. Ronald Jones, 7517 Graves Avenue, regarding the vehicles traveling on Graves Avenue. Mr. Jones indicated the vehicles are traveling on Graves Avenue at excessive speeds and that exiting the residential driveways on the north side of the street is "very dangerous". Mr. Jones has requested the installation of red curb in front of his residence and to the east to increase visibility from his driveway. CONDITIONS Graves Avenue is a 56 foot wide east/west roadway striped by one lane of traffic in each direction separated by a two-way left turn lane. Parking is allowed on both sides of the roadway. The fronting uses on the north side of Graves Avenue is residential and on the south side is primarily the Maryvale School. There is a horizontal curve that starts near New Avenue and rises towards Jackson Avenue. The posted speed limit is 35 mph. DATA The reported accident history from January 1, 1992 through March 31, 1995 was reviewed for Graves Avenue between New Avenue and Jackson Avenue. There were three intersection accidents reported at Stevens Avenue, Jackson Avenue and New Avenue (one at each location). There were two mid-block accidents reported. These accidents are summarized below: Location and Description Day/Date Time 6' west of Jackson - Eastbound vehicle Fri/3-25-94 6:30 am proceeding straight rearended an east- bound vehicle turning right (None Stated). TRAFFIC COMMISSION Page 2. Location and Description Day/Date Time 200' west of Jackson - Eastbound vehicle Thu/5-26-94 5:05 pm passing sideswiped an eastbound vehicle proceeding straight (Improper Pass). DISCUSSION During the field review of Graves Avenue, it was noted that few vehicles were parking on the north side of the roadway. This was during the late afternoon and may not be when the majority of vehicles park on the street. The speeds on Graves Avenue were also observed. Most vehicles appeared to be exceeding the 35 mph speed limit. Mr. Jones' concern is speeding vehicles on Graves Avenue and the associated problem with exiting driveways. The favorable accident history does not identify a problem with vehicles exiting driveways. This would indicate vehicles are traveling with due caution on Graves Avenue and while exiting the driveways. RECOMMENDATION Due to the speeds observed on Graves Avenue, it is recommended the radar speed trailer be stationed on Graves Avenue at the next possible opportunity. This should be followed-up with selective enforcement by the Sheriff's Department. In addition, staff will review the geometric conditions on Graves Avenue with the Deputy City Engineer. This review will determine if a change is possible to improve visibility. Staff will report the findings to the Traffic Commission when completed. JI: RSDGRAVS STAFF REPORT = TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION FROM: JOANNE ITAGAKI, DEPUTY TRAFFIC ENGINEER DATE: SEPTEMBER 21, 1995 RE: MARSHALL STREET EAST OF WALNUT GROVE AVENUE - TRAFFIC CONGESTION REQUEST Commissioner Knapp requested staff to review the location of Marshall Street east of Walnut Grove Avenue due to the traffic congestion occurring especially in the morning peak hour. During this period, traffic from Janson School, commuter traffic and traffic associated with the First Evangelical Church of the San Gabriel Valley (Church) cause congestion and confusion on Marshall Street. CONDITIONS Marshall Street is a 40 foot wide east/west roadway striped for one lane of traffic in each direction. Opposing lanes of traffic are separated by a single yellow skip stripe. Marshall Street at Walnut Grove Avenue is a signalized intersection. The posted speed limit on Marshall Street is 30 mph. Janson School is on the south side of Marshall Street. There is limited on-site parking for the School. Marshall Street is used as the primary pick-up and drop-off for students. School begins at 8:00 am for all grades and K - 3rd releases at 1:30 pm and 4th - 6th releases at 2:00 pm. The Church is on the southeast corner of Marshall Street and Walnut Grove Avenue. There are approximately 30 parking spaces on the south and east sides of the Church. The Church also has a parking lot on the north side of Marshall Street with access on Marshall Street and Walnut Grove Avenue. The El Monte/Rosemead Adult School District uses the Church for an ESL education class. Classes begin at 8:00 am and release at 4:00 pm. There are approximately 50 students attending class. Students use the parking on the Church site and the parking lot on the north side of Marshall Street. Primary access for the north parking lot is from Marshall Street. There is an access on Walnut Grove Avenue north of Marshall Street that was closed during field review. TRAFFIC COMMISSION r Page 2. DATA The reported accident history from January 1, 1992 through March 31, 1995 was reviewed for the vicinity on Marshall Street east of Walnut Grove Avenue. There were no reported accidents associated with vehicles turning left from Marshall Street in to the north parking lot of the Church. In addition, the reported accident history for the vicinity of Walnut Grove Avenue north of Marshall Street was reviewed. This review did not identify any reported accidents in the vicinity of the north parking lot driveway. DISCUSSION Staff reviewed the location during starting and ending times of Janson School. The morning peak was identified as the most congested. This is due to the beginning times of Janson School being the same as the Adult School as well as commuter traffic traveling on Marshall Street. Students of the Adult school are turning left from Marshall Street to access the north parking lot. Vehicles traveling westbound on Marshall Street are controlled by the traffic signal at Walnut Grove Avenue. This causes congestion, confusion and frustration in both directions of Marshall Street. Staff contacted the Church and was informed the school was being conducted by the El Monte/Rosemead Adult School District. Staff contacted Mrs. A. Navarro of the District to discuss our concerns. Mrs. A. Navarro then spoke with her teachers at the Church. She indicated the teachers will open the gate on Walnut Grove Avenue and keep the gate closed on Marshall Street during the morning peak. The Walnut Grove Avenue gate will be closed by the last student arriving for class. The Marshall Street gate will be opened later in the morning. One concern of Mrs. A. Navarro was the safety of the vehicles in the north parking lot with the Walnut Grove Avenue gate opened. The Adult school has had problems with cars being vandalized. They hoped the closing of the gate with the arrival of the last student will reduce the chances of this happening. Mrs. A. Navarro indicated if they find there is a problem she will contact City staff. RECOMMENDATION It is recommended the Commission receive and file this report. Staff will notify the Commission of any complaints arising from the actions described in this report. JI RSDMAREO