TC - 09-07-00AGENDA
ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION
8838 East Valley Blvd.
Rosemead, CA 91770
Regular Meeting
CALL TO ORDER:
Roll Call:
Pledge of Allegiance:
Invocation:
September 7, 2000
7:00 p.m.
Chairman Quintanilla, Vice-Chair Ruiz
Commissioners Baffo, Herrera, Knapp
Commissioner Baffo
Commissioner Herrera
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - Deferred to next meeting in October.
2. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE - 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 three (3)
minutes; total time allocated is fifteen (15) minutes)
3. OLD BUSINESS - None
4. NEW BUSINESS
A. REQUEST FOR "DO NOT BLOCK INTERSECTION" SIGNS AT
VALLEY/GERNERT, GARVEY/PINE, AND HELLMAN/ALLANREED
B. REQUEST FOR "RIGHT TURN ONLY" SIGN AT SWC OF
HELLMAN/WALNUT GROVE
C. REQUEST FOR "NO TRUCK" SIGNS ON LA PRESA AND
BARTLETT
D. REQUEST FOR PARKING RESTRICTIONS ON TEMPLE CITY
BLVD. SOUTH OF ELLIS LANE
5. STAFF REPORTS
6. COMMISSIONER REPORTS
7. ADJOURNMENT - Thursday, October 5, 2000, 7:00 p.m., Rosem
City Council Chambers, 8838 East Valley Blvd., Rosemead, CA 91770
Staff Report
Rosemead Traffic Commission
TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN
AND MEMBERS
ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSSION
FROM: JOANNE ITAGAKI, TRAFFIC ENGINEERING DEPUTY
DATE: August 28, 2000
RE: Request for "Do Not Block Intersection" Signs at
Valley/Gernert, Garvey/Pine and Hellman/Allanreed
REQUEST
Several requests have been received from citizens and City Council regarding
intersections experiencing blockage, especially during peak periods. This
blockage has resulted in the request for "Do Not Block Intersection" signs at
Valley Boulevard/Gernert Avenue, Garvey Avenue/Pine Street and Hellman
Avenue/Allanreed Avenue. Exhibit A shows the general location of each of these
intersections.
CONDITIONS
Exhibits B - D indicate the general striping conditions at each subject
intersection. Each intersection is stop controlled on the minor street. The
intersections are in the vicinity, within 300 feet, of signalized intersections.
DISCUSSION
Field review of the intersections was conducted in the early afternoon hours,
before peak periods of the roadways. Of course, during this time, no blockage of
the intersections was observed. However, due to the proximity of the subject
intersections to signalized intersections, blockage through the intersections is
definitely conceivable.
The intersection of Valley Boulevard/Gernert Avenue was discussed at the
November 4, 1999 Traffic Commission meeting. At that time, the discussion was
regarding allowing eastbound left turn access from Valley Boulevard to the
development directly across Gernert Avenue (on the north side of the street).
The Commission approved the removal of the median nose and continuation of
the two-way left turn lane. This removal, however, did not occur and appears to
have been incorrectly completed at the intersection of Valley Boulevard and
Bartlett Avenue.
Request for "Do Not Block Intersection" Signs at
Valley/Gernert, Garvey/Pine and Hellman/Allanreed
Page 2
Therefore, at the intersection of Valley Boulevard/Gernert Avenue, the removal of
the median nose for eastbound Valley Boulevard and the continuation of the two-
way left turn lane and the installation of "Do Not Block Intersection" signs is
recommended. See Exhibit B.
The installation of "Do Not Block Intersection" signs at the intersections of Garvey
Avenue/Pine Street and Hellman Avenue/Allanreed Avenue are also
recommended. This recommendation is based on each intersection's proximity
to signalized intersections.
The installation of "Do Not Block Intersection" signs is recommended at the
following intersections:
1. Westbound Valley Boulevard at Gernert Avenue (Exhibit B)
2. Eastbound Garvey Avenue at Pine Street (Exhibit C)
3. Eastbound Hellman Avenue at Allanreed Avenue (Exhibit D)
It is further recommended that the eastbound median nose on Valley Boulevard
at Gernert Avenue be removed and the existing two-way left turn lane be
continued (Exhibit B).
The installation of a westbound median nose on Valley Boulevard at Bartlett
Avenue is recommended. This requires the removal of part of the existing two-
way left turn lane (Exhibit E).
Attachments
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Exhibit A
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Staff Report
Rosemead Traffic Commission
TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN
AND MEMBERS
ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSSION
FROM: JOANNE ITAGAKI, TRAFFIC ENGINEERING DEPUTY
DATE: August 28, 2000
RE: Request for "Right Turn Only" Sign at the Development on the
Southwest Corner of Hellman Avenue and Walnut Grove
Avenue
REQUEST
City Council has requested staff review the driveway to the development on the
southwest corner of Hellman Avenue and Walnut Grove Avenue. The concern
expressed was that vehicles turning left out of the driveway are causing
congestion at the intersection.
CONDITIONS
The development on the southwest corner of Hellman Avenue and Walnut Grove
Avenue has only one access point. This driveway, on Walnut Grove Avenue, is
less than 100 feet from Hellman Avenue and accesses northbound Walnut Grove
Avenue within the left turn lane.
Exhibit A depicts the general conditions in the vicinity of Hellman Avenue and
Walnut Grove Avenue.
DATA
The reported accident history on Walnut Grove Avenue south of Hellman Avenue
was reviewed for the period from January 1, 1997 through December 31, 1999.
There were two reported accidents that appear to involve the driveway to the
development on the southwest corner. These reported accidents are
summarized as follows:
Request for "Right Turn Only' Sign at the Development
On the Southwest Corner of Hellman Avenue and
Walnut Grove Avenue
Page 2
Location and Description
• South of intersection
Eastbound vehicle entering traffic
broadsided a southbound vehicle
proceeding straight (Right-of-way
automobile).
Time Date
7:31 PM 11/23/99, Tuesday
• 57 feet south of intersection
Eastbound vehicle turning left
rearended a northbound stopped
vehicle (Improper turn).
DISCUSSION
5:40 PM 6/25/99, Friday
Field observation of the southwest corner of Hellman Avenue and Walnut Grove
Avenue was made in the early afternoon. Parking within the development was
at 85% capacity. Of the 5 vehicles observed exiting the development, 2 vehicles
turned left and 3 turned right.
The three-year reported accident history does not identify a continuing pattern of
accidents associated with the development of the southwest corner. However,
the two accidents reported occurred within the past year. This may be an
indication that there are more vehicles accessing the development and
increasing the potential for accidents.
RECOMMENDATION
Therefore, it is recommended that a "Right Turn Only" sign be installed for
vehicles exiting the development on the southwest corner of Hellman Avenue
and Walnut Grove Avenue. Exhibit A depicts this recommendation.
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Staff Report
Rosemead Traffic Commission
TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN
AND MEMBERS
ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSSION
FROM: JOANNE ITAGAKI, TRAFFIC ENGINEERING DEPUTY l
DATE: August 28, 2000
RE: Request for "No Truck" Signs for La Presa Avenue and
Bartlett Avenue South of Garvey Avenue
REQUEST
Staff received a request from a resident regarding trucks on La Presa Avenue
and Bartlett Avenue south of Garvey Avenue. The concern was regarding trucks
traveling southbound on these streets after deliveries have been made to the
businesses fronting on Garvey Avenue. Many trucks park on La Presa Avenue
or Bartlett Avenue to make their deliveries then travel down the block, traveling
through the residential neighborhood to continue on their route. The residents
are requesting trucks be prohibited from traveling on La Presa Avenue and
Bartlett Avenue south of Garvey Avenue.
CONDITIONS
La Presa Avenue and Bartlett Avenue are generally residential streets. However,
from Garvey Avenue to the public alley south of Garvey Avenue, the land use is
business. These businesses front onto Garvey Avenue with some access on La
Presa Avenue, Bartlett Avenue and the public alley.
Exhibit A depicts the general conditions in the subject vicinity.
DISCUSSION
Field observation of the subject area was conducted in the early afternoon hours.
During this time, no trucks were observed delivering to the Garvey Avenue
businesses. However, there were some vehicles parked on La Presa Avenue
and Bartlett Avenue between Garvey Avenue and the public alley.
Based on the street configuration and the access to the fronting businesses on
Garvey Avenue, it is possible that trucks travel on the residential portions of La
Presa Avenue and Bartlett Avenue. If trucks are parked on La Presa Avenue or
Bartlett Avenue while making deliveries, they may be inclined to travel down the
residential portions of these streets to continue on their routes.
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Request for "No Truck" Signs for La Presa Avenue and
Bartlett Avenue South of Garvey Avenue
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To prevent the trucks from traveling southbound on La Presa Avenue and Bartlett
Avenue, "No Trucks Over 3 Tons" signs are recommended. The trucks will likely
travel on the public alley or perform a U-turn to return to Garvey Avenue. The
trucks traveling on the public alley may cause some conflict with vehicles
traveling in the alley. However, the traffic volume of the alley is random and is
estimated at less than 500 vehicles per day. Therefore, it is likely that only one
vehicle travels on the public alley at any one time and trucks would experience
this as well.
A specific concern was also expressed regarding the fire hydrant on the east side
of Bartlett Avenue. Residents have indicated that vehicles park in front of this fire
hydrant regularly and have requested the installation of red curb. The location of
the fire hydrant generally prohibits parking from the existing driveway south to the
public alley. Though the California Vehicle Code (CVC) prohibits parking within
15 feet of a fire hydrant, the red curb will serve as a reminder to motorists of this
regulation.
The installation of "No Trucks Over 3 Tons" signs is recommended on La Presa
Avenue and Bartlett Avenue south of Garvey Avenue. It is further recommended
that red curb be installed on the east side of Bartlett Avenue south of Garvey
Avenue. Both recommendations are identified on Exhibit A.
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Staff Report
Rosemead Traffic Commission
TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN
AND MEMBERS
ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSSION
FROM: JOANNE ITAGAKI, TRAFFIC ENGINEERING DEPUTY
DATE: August 23, 2000
RE: Request for Parking Restrictions on Temple City Boulevard
South of Ellis Lane
REQUEST
During the July 2000 Traffic Commission meeting, Ms. Barbara Larson requested
staff review the parking situation on Temple City Boulevard behind her home.
Ms. Larson has indicated that large trucks park behind her home with the
engines running causing her concern for the exhaust fumes drifting into her yard.
She has requested that parking be restricted behind her home.
CONDITIONS
Temple City Boulevard is a four lane secondary north/south arterial extending
from the San Bernardino Freeway north to the City limits. There are fronting
residential uses on Temple City Boulevard. The posted speed limit is 40 mph.
On the west side of Temple City Boulevard south of Ellis Lane, there are fronting
residential uses. However, there is a portion along Temple City Boulevard that is
the back yards to residents with Ellis Lane addresses. The existing curb
conditions on the west side of Temple City Boulevard between Ellis Lane and
Guess Street are depicted in Exhibit A.
DISCUSSION
As you are aware, the City has been struggling with the issue of trucks traveling
on Temple City Boulevard for some time. During the Traffic Commission's last
discussion on this issue, Ms. Larson brought up the specific concern regarding
trucks parking behind her property with the engines running. Ms. Larson stated
she was concerned with the exhaust from these trucks drifting into her yard.
Field observation of Temple City Boulevard south of Ellis Lane was made during
the early afternoon. One truck, similar in size to a UPS truck, did park at the
subject location with its engine running for approximately 5 minutes. There were
also two vehicles parked on the street that appeared to be associated with the
residents of Temple City Boulevard.
Request for Parking Restrictions on
Temple City Boulevard south of Ellis Lane
Page 2
As shown on Exhibit A, there is one property fronting on Ellis Lane that has
access to Temple City Boulevard. This property has a large block wall along the
Temple City Boulevard frontage. This block wall extends to the south then
travels in an easterly direction. At that point, the property fronting Temple City
Boulevard is evident.
There does not appear to be a heavy desire for on street parking on the west
side of Temple City Boulevard. The street condition did not reveal a large
amount of oil or engine fluids dropped on the street that might be evidence of
continued or heavy on-street parking. Therefore, it appears that the removal of
parking would not significantly affect parking availability. However, the specific
concern was with regards to large trucks parking in the subject area.
The City has an ordinance regarding parking of large trucks on City streets. The
ordinance reads:
"Rosemead Municipal Code Section 3313
A. Whenever the City Council, upon recommendation of the
Traffic Commission, determines that traffic safety requires the
prohibition of the parking of wide vehicles, no person shall park or
leave standing any vehicle having a maximum width in excess of
eighty (80) inches upon any street, except when necessary for the
purpose of making pickups and deliveries of goods, wares and
merchandise from or to any building or structure fronting upon any
street, or for the delivery of building materials to a building site
fronting on any street, only while actual loading or unloading
operations are in progress."
Therefore, trucks over 80 inches in width are prohibited from parking on City
streets. Signs prohibiting this parking are generally posted at the entrances of
truck routes in the City. However, because this location has been identified as
having large trucks parking on a regular basis, it is recommended that the "No
Parking Vehicles Over 80 inches in Width on Any Street" signs be posted.
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that "No Parking Vehicles Over 80 inches in Width on Any
Street" signs be installed on the west side of Temple City Boulevard from Ellis
Lane to Guess Street. Exhibit A depicts this recommendation.
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