TC - 10-05-00AGENDA
ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION
8838 East Valley Blvd.
Rosemead, CA 91770
Regular Meeting
CALL TO ORDER:
Roll Call:
Pledge of Allegiance
October 5, 2000
7:00 p.m.
Chairman Quintanilla, Vice-Chair Ruiz
Commissioners Baffo, Herrera, Knapp
Commissioner Herrera
Invocation: Commissioner Knapp
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - August 3, 2000 & September 7, 2000
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 ADDITIONAL RED CURB AT 8620 E. GRAND
AVENUE.
B. REQUEST FOR PARKING RESTRICTION ON THE EAST SIDE OF
PINE STREET BETWEEN NEWMARK AVENUE AND GARVEY
AVENUE.
5. STAFF REPORTS
A. UPDATE TO TRAFFIC COMMISSIONERS INQUIRIES
6. COMMISSIONER REPORTS
7. ADJOURNMENT - Thursday, November 2, 2000, 7:00 p.m., Rosemead
City Council Chambers, 8838 East Valley Blvd., Rosemead, CA 91770
ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION MEETING
AUGUST 3, 2000
A regular meeting of the Rosemead Traffic Commission was called to order by Chairman
Quintanilla at 7:10 p.m., in the Council Chambers, 8838 East Valley Boulevard, Rosemead.
ROLL CALL
Present: Chairman Quintanilla, Commissioner Ruiz & Commissioner Knapp
Absent: Commissioner Herrera & Commissioner Baffo
Ex Officio: Administrative Assistant: Jessica Wilkinson
Deputy Traffic Engineer: Joanne Itagaki
CALL TO ORDER
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commissioner Ruiz
The Invocation was delivered by Commissioner Knapp
L APPROVAL OF MINUTES
It was moved by Commissioner Knapp, seconded by Commissioner Ruiz, and carried
unanimously to approve the minutes for June 1, 2000 & July 6, 2000.
II. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE - NONE
III. OLD BUSINESS - NONE
IV. NEW BUSINESS
A. REQUEST FOR VISIBILITY OF NORTHBOUND TRAFFIC AT 2728-
2734 WALNUT GROVE AVENUE
A letter request was received from Mr. Ying Lee, Vice-President of Walnut Grove
Gardens Homeowners Association (HOA), AT 2728-2734 Walnut Grove Avenue. Mr.
Lee, on behalf of the HOA, is requesting some form of traffic control to provide
additional visibility of northbound traffic when exiting 2728-2734 Walnut Grove
Avenue. This property is located approximately 250 feet south of Garvey Avenue.
Walnut Grove Avenue is a north-south secondary arterial with two lanes of traffic in each
direction. Opposing lanes of traffic are separated by a double yellow centerline. Parking
is allowed on both side of Walnut Grove Avenue. The posted speed limit on Walnut
Grove Avenue is 40 mph.
The reported accident history on Walnut Grove Avenue in the vicinity of 2728-2734
Walnut Grove Avenue was reviewed for the period from January 1, 1997 through
December 31, 1999. The review identified one reported accident in this vicinity. This
accident occurred on Wednesday, January 14, 1998 at 6:15 p.m. The accident occurred,
226 feet south of Garvey Avenue involving a westbound pedestrian colliding with a
northbound vehicle proceeding straight (primary collision factor = pedestrian violation).
Field observation of the subject location was conducted during the late morning. Walnut
Grove Avenue is moderately parked between Klingerman Avenue and Garvey Avenue.
During field observations, two vehicles were parked south of the driveway of 2728-2734
Walnut Grove Avenue.
Clearly, visibility from all driveways along Walnut Grove Avenue is limited with parking
allowed on the street. However, the reported accident history in the vicinity of the
subject property does not indicate a constant visibility problem.
In this instance, 2728-2734 Walnut Grove Avenue has available parking for residents and
guests on site. The removal of on-street parking is not anticipated to cause a hardship to
the subject property. In addition, an existing fire hydrant already limits parking south of
2728-2734 Walnut Grove Avenue.
RECOMMENDATION:
Therefore, the installation of 65 feet of red curb is recommended from the driveway of
2728-2734 Walnut Grove Avenue southerly. (Note: The installation of "No Stopping
Any Time" signs is an alternative to the red curb).
Commissioner Knapp felt that the red curb would be better than the "No Stopping
Anytime" sign.
Commissioner Ruiz inquired about the International No Parking sign with the "P" with a
slash. He stated that people don't understand red curbs. Red curb means different things
in different countries. Therefore, he would like to try it out at this location.
Deputy Traffic Engineer Itagaki stated that we have not used this sign in Rosemead
before. Mrs. Itagaki stated that we could always include the arrows with it in both
directions. ,
Commissioner Ruiz feels this would work a lot better.
Commissioner Knapp is afraid of there being too many signs at any one location.
Commissioner Ruiz stated that people completely ignore fire hydrants and he doesn't feel
our Parking Control Officer do anything about it.
Commissioner Knapp feels that the majority of the people see red curb.
Chairperson Quintanilla stated that one of our parking control officers pulls a guy over,
the guys gets out of the car starts yelling at him, the parking control officer backs off,
the guy gets back in his car and drives away.
Administrative Assistant Wilkinson stated that in the past, the parking control officers
have been in danger with the public.
It was moved by Commissioner Ruiz, seconded by Commissioner Knapp and carried
unanimously to approve the Traffic Engineer's recommendation, in addition to installing
Two (2) International "No Parking Signs", one at the driveway and one southerly of the
fire hydrant.
V. STAFF REPORTS - NONE
VI. COMMISSIONER REPORTS
Commissioner Knapp stated that the timing on San Gabriel and Hellman is really long on
the red, compared to Del Mar, going east and west.
Commissioner Ruiz stated that on the 10 freeway going into Los Angeles. "No Trucks"
signs were posted on Pasadena Freeway 3 or 4 times before you reach the entry into the
Pasadena Freeway. .
Commissioner Ruiz stated that in Temple City the streets are marked with "No Truck"
signs on each street north of Lower Azusa. Every residential street.has a sign that says
"No Trucks". Also, on Las Tunas on the north and south side of the Boulevard on the
residential streets, they're all marked "No Trucks".
VII. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Commission, the meeting was
adjourned at 7:38 p.m.
ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION
SEPTEMBER 7. 2000
A regular meeting of the Rosemead Traffic Commission was called to order by Chairman
Quintaala at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers, 8838 East Valley Boulevard, Rosemead.
ROLL CALL
Present: Chairman Quintanilla
Commissioners: Knapp, Ruiz, Baffo & Herrera
Absent: None
Ex Officio: Administrative Assistant: Jessica Wilkinson
Deputy Traffic Engineer: Joanne Itagaki
CALL TO ORDER
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commissioner Baffo
The Invocation was delivered by Commissioner Herrera
I. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The minutes for the August meeting were deferred to October.
H. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE - NONE
III. OLD BUSINESS - NONE
IV. NEW BUSINESS
A. REQUEST FOR "DO NOT BLOCK INTERSECTION" SIGNS AT
VALLEY/GERNERT. GARVEY/PINE AND HELLMAN/ALLANREED
Deputy Traffic Engineer Itagaki stated that several requests were made 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.
Each intersection is stop controlled on the minor street. The intersections are in the
vicinity, within 300 feet, of signalized intersections.
Field review of the intersection 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 Bouelvard/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.
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 was recommended.
The installation of "Do Not Block Intersection" signs at the intersection 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.
RECOMMENDATION:
The installation of "Do Not Block Intersection" signs was recommended at the following
intersections:
1. Westbound Valley Boulevard at Gernert Avenue
2. Eastbound Garvey Avenue at Pine Street
3. Eastbound Hellmand Avenue at Allameed Avenue
it was 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.
The installation of a westbound median nose on Valley Boulevard at Bartlett Avenue was
recommended. This requires the removal of part of the existing two-way left turn lane.
It was moved by Commissioner Knapp, seconded by Commissioner Baffo, and carried
unanimously to approve the Traffic Engineer's recommendation.
B. REQUEST FOR "RIGHT TURN ONLY" SIGN AT SWC OF
HELLMAN/WALNUT GROVE
Deputy Traffic Engineer Itagaki stated that the 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 the vehicles turning left out of the driveway
are causing congestion at the intersection.
The development on the southwest corner of Hellman Avenue ad 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.
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.
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.
Commissioner Knapp feels this recommendation is needed and feels that we should talk
to the developer regarding putting a white arrow in the driveway.
It was moved by Commissioner Baffo, seconded by Commissioner Knapp, and carried
unanimously to approve the Traffic Engineer's recommendation.
C. REOUEST FOR "NO TRUCK" SIGNS ON LA PRESA AND BARTLETT
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 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.
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.
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 the La Presa
Avenue. If trucks are parked on La Presa Avenue or Bartlett Avenue while deliveries,
they may be inclined to travel down the. residential portions of these streets to continue on
their routes.
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.
RECOMMENDATION:
The installation of "No Trucks Over 3 Tons" signs was recommended on La Presa
Avenue and Bartlett Avenue south of Garvey Avenue. It is recommended that red curb
be installed on the east side of Bartlett Avenue south of Garvey Avenue.
Commissioner Ruiz stated that this is the same issue that was brought up before within
the boundaries of Temple City/Baldwin and Loftus. According to the City Manager, he
is not going to put deputies out there if the judge is going to through them out of court.
Commissioner Ruiz feels that until there is a good law by the City Council, then it would
be a good idea to continue issues as such and only then will something be done at the Rio
Hondo Courthouse.
It was moved by Commissioner Knapp, seconded by Commission Herrera to approve the
Traffic Engineer's recommendation.
Vote results:
YES: Chairman Quintanilla, Commissioners Knapp, Baffo & Herrera
NOES: Commissioner Ruiz
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Commissioner Ruiz wanted his "No" vote to reflect he feels the judge at Rio Hondo
Courthouse will not do anything to enforce this. He feels it's a waste of Taxpayer's
money to put up a sign that is not going to be enforced. Commissioner Ruiz stated that
he asked the City Council to look into changing the Rosemead Municipal Law and to this
date, nothing has been done.
D. REQUEST FOR PARKING RESTRICTIONS ON TEMPLE CITY
BOULEVARD SOUTH OF ELLIS LANE
Deputy Traffic Engineer Itagaki stated that 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.
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.
As you are aware, the City has been struggling wit 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 parked 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 approximately 5 minutes. There were also two vehicles parked
on the street that appeared to be associated with the residents of Temple City Boulevard.
There is a 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 on 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 was recommended that the "No Parking Vehicles Over 80 inches in
Width on Any Street" signs be posted.
RECOMMENDATION:
It was 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.
Speaking before the Commission was:
Barbara Larson
Mrs. Larson stated if there is going to be no enforcement, than she will conduct her own
survey via her video camera. She stated that she had to take out higher property
insurance since they put a pool in, because her insurance told her that a truck or car could
come through the block wall.
It was moved by Commissioner Knapp, seconded by Commissioner Herrera, and carried
unanimously to approve the Traffic Engineer's recommendation, with the following
amendment: To extend the existing red curb to 20 feet and to add red curb 100' stretch of
the block, between the two driveways.
V. STAFF REPORTS
Deputy Traffic Engineer Itagaki reminded the Commission of the Traffic
Commissioner's Workshop on Saturday, November 4a', at Cal-Poly Pomona.
VI.
Commissioner Herrera inquired about weed growth & ordinances/standards.
Commissioner Knapp inquired about the striping maintenance at Garvey. Deputy Traffic
Engineer Itagaki stated that she will talk with Ken Rukavina regarding the status.
Commissioner Baffo stated that the exit from the Pomona Freeway going onto San
Gabriel Boulevard as you make a right hand turn there are 4 lanes. When the traffic starts
to back up coming out of the freeway, he feels there's going to be a collision at this
location.
Commissioner Ruiz inquired as to the status of the "Olney Street" sign. Deputy Traffic
Engineer Itagaki stated that she will look into the situation.
Commissioner Ruiz stated that at the south/east corner of Brookline and Loftus, there is
no handicap wheelchair ramp, one of this neighbors cannot access the street.
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Commission, the meeting was
adjourned in memory of Hugh Foutz.
MAYOR:
MARGARETCLARK
MAYOR PRO TEM:
JAY T. IMPERIAL
COUNCILMEMBERS:
ROBERT W. BRUESCH
GARY A. TAYLOR
JOE VASQUEZ
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
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8838 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD • P.O. BOX 399
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA 91770
TELEPHONE (626) 569-2100
FAX(626)307-9218
MEMORANDUM
HONORABLE CHAIRMAN
AND MEMBERS
ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION
JESSICA WILKINSON, ASSOCIATE PLANNER
OCTOBER 2, 2000
SUBJECT: REQUEST FOR RED CURB AT THE 8600 BLOCK OF GRAND AVE
Staff received an additional request for parking controls along the 8600 Block of Grand Avenue.
Ms. Carolyn Garcia, 8658 Grand Avenue, has addressed concerns with the increase of Pacific
Bell employee parking along Grand Avenue (see attached letter). This request will supplement
the initial requests for 8620 and 8636 Grand Avenue.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that red curb be installed to all driveways along the 8600 Block of Grand
Avenue.
Attachment
SEP.18.2000 4:46PM
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September 18, 2000
City of Rosemead
626 307-9218
Carolyn Garcia, Resident of 8658 Grand Street
Complaint - Street Parking on 8600 Block of Grand Street
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The following is complaint letter regarding Pacific Bell employees parking on the block of the
8600 Grand Street. All the employees of Pacif c Bell have been parking on the block and it is
very unsafe for all of the residence living here. The reasons are as follows-
There is no narking for any guests that come to visit residence living on
this street. This is very important to us, because I have an elderly mother
who is under Hospis care and we have nurses & doctors visiting daily. No
parking makes it difficult for them because they have to park around the
comer, which is a hassle when there is space out front, expect that it is
taken up by the workers from Pacific Bell.
2) Fear of leaving my home with out being hit or the fear of hitting someone.
I can not leave my drive way with out blocking traffic because of not being
able to see with all the parked cars around.
3) They have stopped street cleaning on the north side of the street on
Tuesdays.
4) The potential of vandalism is there having all the cars parked outside all
day long.
The Pacific Bell company has gated parking inside their lot, l do not understand why they have to
park on our block.
Please advise the outcome if this letter.
RegIds
Carolyn Garci
8658 Grand St.
Tel:626/862-2726
Staff Report
Rosemead Traffic Commission
TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN
AND MEMBERS
ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSSION
FROM: JOANNE ITAGAKI; TRAFFIC ENGINEERING DEPUTY
DATE: SEPTEMBER 25, 2000
RE: Request for Additional Red Curb at 8620 E. Grand Avenue
REQUEST
A request (attached) has been received from Mr. Henry Sakaida of Sakaida
Nursery, Inc. located at 8626 E. Grand Avenue. Mr. Sakaida is requesting
additional red curb adjacent to the nursery entrance at 8620 E. Grand Avenue to
accommodate the long tractor-trailer rigs that enter and leave their facility.
Staff also received a telephone request from Ms. Lydia Apocada of 8636 E.
Grand Avenue. Ms. Apocada indicated that there are several vehicles parked in
the immediate vicinity of her driveway making it difficult to access her property.
She is also requesting red curb adjacent to her driveway.
Grand Avenue has a mixed land use in the vicinity of 8626 E. Grand Avenue.
There are residential and-commercial uses on this street. Parking on the street
appears to be associated with employees of Pacific Bell. The vehicles park on
both sides of Grand Avenue.
Exhibit A depicts the locations of the commercial and residential uses on Grand
Avenue including 8620, 8626 and 8636 E. Grand Avenue.
DATA
The reported accident history on Grand Avenue between Bartlett Avenue and
Halkett Avenue was reviewed. The period reviewed included reported accidents
from January 1, 1997 through December 31, 1999. During this period, there
were no reported accidents on Grand Avenue between Bartlett Avenue and
Halkett Avenue.
DISCUSSION
Field review of Grand Avenue between Bartlett Avenue and Halkett Avenue was
conducted in the late morning hours. During this time, there were several
Request for Additional Red Curb at
6620 E. Grand Avenue
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vehicles parked along Grand Avenue. The majority of the vehicles were parked
on both the north and south sides of Grand Avenue in the immediate vicinity of
the Pacific Bell facility. Few vehicles were parked in any other areas of Grand
Avenue.
As shown on Exhibit A, the Sakaida Nursery is located in the Edison right-of-way.
The Pacific Bell facility is adjacent to the Nursery. Vehicles were parked
adjacent to the Nursery entrance. In addition, vehicles were parked adjacent to
the driveway of 8636 E. Grand Avenue. Clearly, these vehicles present a
visibility constraint and obstacle to access to 8620 and 8636 Grand Avenue.
Based on the field review of Grand Avenue between Bartlett Avenue and Halkett
Avenue and requests from property owners, the installation of additional red curb .
at 8620 E. Grand Avenue is recommended. It is further recommended that red
curb be installed at 8636 Grand Avenue. These recommendations are depicted
on Exhibit A.
Attachments
JI\Rsd\2000\Oct-8620 Grand Ave
/ Sakaida Narsery, Inc.
+ WHOLESALE GROWER
8626 E. Grand Ave., Rosemead, Calif. 91770-1298
$a1{aida Narsery (818) 285-9981 • FAX(818)285-0879
8-24-00
To: City of Rosem=-ad
prom: Henry sakaida, Mgr.
Re: Request-for lengthing "red zoned" curb at 8620 E• Grand
Avenue, Rosemead
Dear Sir;
There is a ten foot section of curb at the entrance to
our nursery. The ten foot "no parking" section is not enough
space for our long tractor-trailer rigs to enter and leave.
we for l ttvehicles additional on thefstreetefrom curb.
This will prevent any parked
being hit by us.
If you have any questions, please contact me. Thank you
very 'much.
September 13, 2000
TO: ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION
FROM: ANDREW AND LYDIA APODACA
6836 GRAND AVE.
ROSEMEAD CALIF. 91770
RE: PAC BELL EMPLOYEE PARKING
FOR THE LONGEST TIME, PACIFIC BELL EMPLOYEES HAVE
BEEN PARKING ON THE SURFACE STREET PARKING SPACES,
ON BOTH SIDED OF THE STREET SURROUNDING MY
RESIDENCE AND THE RESIDENCES OF MY NEIGHBORS.
ALL OTHER EMPLOYERS [3 IN TOTAL] ON THE STREET
PROVIDE PARKING SPACES FOR THEIR EMPLOYEES.
THE PROBLEM IS THAT HAVING ALL THE PARKING ON THE
STREET IN FRONT OF OUR HOUSES IS CREATING A
DANGEROUS SITUATION IN EXITING OUR DRIVEWAYS;
ON MORE THAN A FEW OCCASIONS ACCIDENTS WERE
BARELY AVERTED.
THIS NEEDS TO BE ADDRESSED IMMEDIATELY, BEFORE
TRAGEDY STRIKES.
WE ARE EXPECTING THIS MATTER
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Staff Report
Rosemead Traffic Commission
TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN
AND MEMBERS
ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSSION
FROM: JOANNE ITAGAKI, TRAFFIC ENGINEERING DEPUTY
DATE: October 2, 2000
RE: Request for Parking Restrictions on the East Side of Pine
Street between Newmark Avenue and Garvey Avenue
REQUEST
Residents in the vicinity of Pine Street have made requests for additional parking
restrictions on the east side of Pine Street between Newmark Avenue and
Garvey Avenue. The residents are concerned about vehicles picking up day
laborers at that location.
CONDITIONS
Pine Street is approximately 36 feet wide between Newmark Avenue and Garvey
Avenue. The "back side" of Diamond Square Plaza fronts the east side of Pine
Street. The west side of Pine Street is primarily residential in nature. The prima
facie speed limit on Pine Street is 25 mph.
DATA
The reported accident history on Pine Street between Newmark Avenue and
Garvey Avenue was reviewed. The period reviewed included January 1, 1997
through March 31, 2000. During this period, there were 4 reported accidents.
These accidents are summarized below:
Location and Description Time Day and Date
1. 513 feet south of Garvey 6:30 PM Wed., 9/15/99
Southbound vehicle turning left collided
head-on with a northbound vehicle
proceeding straight (P.C.F.= Right-of-way
automobile)
700 feet north of Newmark 3:55 PM Tues., 7/20/99
Northbound vehicle entering traffic
sideswiped a northbound vehicle
proceeding straight (P.C.F.= Starting/Backing).
Request for Parking Restrictions on the East Side of
Pine Street between Newmark Avenue Garvey Avenue
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Location and Description Time DaV and Date
3. 526 feet south of Garvey 12:15 PM Sun., 4/6/97
Southbound vehicle entering traffic
collided head-on with a northbound
vehicle proceeding straight
(P.C.F.= Improper turn/Vision obscured).
4. 300 feet north of Newmark 12:20 PM Sun., 212/97
Northbound vehicle turning right
broadsided a northbound parked
vehicle (P.C,.F.= Improper turn).
P.C.F. = Primary Collision Factor
DISCUSSION
At a Neighborhood Watch meeting on August 9, 2000, residents expressed a
concern regarding vehicles parking to pick-up day laborers. It is a continuing
issue in the vicinity of Pine Street and the Diamond Square Plaza. The City has
been working with officials to improve the situation of day laborers. The request
for parking restrictions on the east side of Pine Street was the result of comments
from residents and various officials.
The parking on Pine Street is moderate throughout the day. However, during the
early morning hours, various vehicles park along the east side of Pine Street to
pick-up day laborers. This has caused concern for traffic especially during those
hours.
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that "No Parking Monday Sunday 5:00 AM - 10:00 AM"
signs be installed on the east side of Pine Street from -70 feet north of Newmark
Avenue (from post office property line) to Garvey Street. This restriction will
minimize the number of early morning vehicles that park on Pine Street.
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Staff Report
Rosemead Traffic Commission
TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN
AND MEMBERS
ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSSION
FROM: JOANNE ITAGAKI, TRAFFIC ENGINEERING DEPUTY
DATE: September 25, 2000
RE: Update to Traffic Commissioners Inquiries
At the September Traffic Commission meeting, questions were posed to staff
regarding various issues. The questions and answers are related here:
1. Commissioner Knapp indicated the striping on Garvey Avenue is "looking
bad". When will this street be restriped?
Discussions with the City Engineer indicate that Garvey Avenue is scheduled
for restriping in this fiscal year. It is anticipated the project will be bid in the
spring.
2. Commissioner Ruiz indicated there is no handicap ramp on the southeast
corner of Brookline and Loftus. Can one be installed at this location?
The City Engineer reviewed the location. There are no sidewalks on this
corner. Therefore, no handicap ramp will be installed.
Should the Traffic Commission require more specific information, please let me
know.
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