TC - 11-02-00AGENDA
ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION
8838 East Valley Blvd.
Rosemead. CA 91770
Regular Meeting
CALL TO ORDER:
Roll Call:
Pledge of Allegiance:
November 2, 2000
7:00 p.m.
Chairman Quintanilla, Vice-Chair Ruiz
Commissioners Baffo, Herrera, Knapp
Commissioner Knapp
Invocation: Vice-Chairman Ruiz
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - October 5, 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
A. REQUEST FOR PARKING RESTRICTIONS ON THE SOUTH SIDE
OF GRAND AVENUE BETWEEN HALKETT AVENUE AND
BARTLETT AVENUE.
4. NEW BUSINESS
A. REQUEST FOR STOP CONTROLS ON OLNEY STREET AT
MARYBETH AVENUE.
B. REQUEST FOR RED CURB AT 9228 VALLEY BOULEVARD -
GOLDEN ROSE FLORIST.
5. STAFF REPORTS
6. COMMISSIONER REPORTS
7. ADJOURNMENT - Thursday, December 7, 2000, 7:00 p.m., Rosemead
City Council Chambers, 8838 East Valley Blvd., Rosemead, CA 91770
ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION MEETING
OCTOBER 5, 2000
A regular meeting of the Rosemead Traffic Commission was called to order by Chairman
Quintanilla at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers, 8838 East Valley Boulevard, Rosemead.
ROLL CALL
Present: Chairman Quintanilla, Commissioner Knapp, Commissioner Ruiz, and
Commissioner Herrera
Absent: Commissioner Baffo
Ex Officio: Assistant City Manager: Donald J. Wagner
Traffic Engineering Deputy: Joanne Itagaki
CALL TO ORDER
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commissioner Herrera
The Invocation was delivered by Commissioner Knapp
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
It was moved by Commissioner Herrera, seconded by Commissioner Knapp, carried
unanimously to approve the minutes for August 3, 2000 and September 7, 2000.
H. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE - None
III. OLD BUSINESS - None
IV. NEW BUSINESS
A. REQUEST FOR ADDITIONAL RED CURB AT 8620 E. GRAND AVENUE
Traffic Engineering Deputy Itagaki stated that a request was received from Mr. Henry
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. Mr. 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.
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.
Field review of Grand Avenue between Bartlett Avenue and Halkett Avenue was
conducted in the late morning hours. During this time, there were several 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.
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.
RECOMMENDATION:
Based on 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 was further recommended that red curb be installed at
8636 Grand Avenue. It was further recommended that red curb be installed to all
driveways along the 8600 Block of Grand.
Pacific Bell was contacted and they stated that they are unable to accommodate all their
employees on-site, but would like to be good neighbors and have asked their employees
to show consideration for the neighbors. They sent a flyer to all employees asking for
their cooperation to park on the north side of the street.
Speaking before the Commission was:
Rosalie Calderon, Area Director
Pacific Bell, External Affairs
Ms. Calderon stated that the problem began when they started hiring more employees,
and they are not always able to park in the lot. She stated that they continue to remind
their employees not to park on the south side of the street.
Speaking before the Commission was:
Lydia Apodaca
6836 Grand Avenue
Rosemead, California 91770
Ms. Apodaca stated that by painting the curb red will not solve the problem, she feels that
there is no parking available for visitors on the street, and there are approximately 14
families that do not have driveways.
Assistant City Manager Don Wagner stated that there is 2 hour parking on Edison, the
whole width of La Presa, and the residents had the same problem at this location, and
what the City did was institute a 2 hour parking, however this also affected the residents.
Speaking before the Commission was:
Henry Sakaida
Sakaida Nursery, Inc.
8626 East Grand Avenue
Rosemead, California 91770
Mr. Sakaida stated that he initially made a request for an additional 10 feet of red curb,
but he would like to amend that to a 5 foot extension, he stated that he doesn't need all of
20 feet. He's also against painted red curbs along all the other driveways, he feels that if
the Edison employees could park on the north side, that would alleviate the problem.
Speaking before the Commission was:
Carolyn Garcia
8658 Grand Avenue
Rosemead, California 91770
Ms. Garcia stated that she has a problem with the Pacific Bell employees parking on
Grand. She stated that her mother is terminally ill, and has hospice care several times a
week, the person that comes to the house has no where to park, and are forced to park
around the corner, and is in favor of the 2 hour parking.
Speaking before the Commission was:
Rosalie Calderon, Area Director
Pacific Bell, External Affairs
Ms. Calderon asked if she be permitted time to go back to their company and see if
something could be worked out before the Commission makes their decision on red curb.
Commissioner Knapp stated that she would like to see the cooperation of both sides on
this issue, and feels this item should be deferred to the next meeting to allow the Pacific
Bell people time to come up with an alternative.
Commissioner Ruiz stated that he sees no need to wait any longer and that the 2 hour
parking signs should be installed. He feels we are wasting time and there's no point in
waiting. Commissioner Ruiz also asked Ms. Calderon what their intentions are.
Ms. Calderon stated that she can not answer that without talking with their engineers.
Commissioner Ruiz stated that in his years of experience, he has found that a company
usually has a plan before hiring more employees and therefore feels the signs should be
installed.
Speaking before the Commission was:
Henry Sakaida
Sakaida Nursery, Inc.
8626 East Grand Avenue
Rosemead, California 91770
Mr. Sakaida feels that the 2 hour parking should only be on the weekdays.
Ms. Lydia Apodaca stated that there are 3 other business on that street and none of their
employees park on the street.
Ms. Calderon stated that as a business that has been here for 30 years in Rosemead,
request they be given some time to address some of these questions.
Chairman Quintanilla explained to the residents that if a 2 hour parking sign goes up,
their company/visitors might be cited.
Commissioner Ruiz made the recommendation to amend the Traffic Engineering
Deputy's recommendation by the request of Mr. Sakaida from a 10' foot to a 5' foot
extension of red curb and to post the 2 hour limit on the south side of Grand Avenue.
This motion died for a lack of a seconrL
Assistant City Manager Don Wagner stated that he sympathizes with the residents, he too
has a similar problem where he lives. However, Ms. Calderon is here to be a good
neighbor and is trying to find a solution, but needs some time to convey this information
to her people and possibly find a resolution.
Chairman Quintanilla stated that he feels Pacific Bell is trying to come up with a solution
and giving them a couple weeks extension is not unreasonable.
It was moved by Commission Knapp, seconded by Commissioner Ruiz, and carried
unanimously to table this item to next month giving Pacific Bell an opportunity clarify
the issue.
Commissioner Knapp recommended to Ms. Calderon that Pacific Bell speak to the
Edison Company and see about renting or leasing parking spaces from them if they have
extra spaces not being used.
B. REQUEST FOR PARKING RESTRICTIONS ON THE EAST SIDE OF
PINE STREET BETWEEN NEWMARK AVENUE & GARVEY AVENUE
Assistant City Manager Donald Wagner stated that 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.
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.
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.
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 the traffic especially during those hours.
RECOMMENDATION:
It was recommended that "No Parking Monday - Sunday, 5:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m." 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.
Speaking before the Commission was:
Doug Jewett
Temple City Sheriff's Station
Deputy Jewett stated that since the courts have prevented them from enforcing action on
day laborers, the residents at this location are concerned because they congregate in front
of their homes, and have problems with drinking, littering, etc., with most of the day
laborers being picked up in the morning hours between 5:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. The
thought was that if a "No Parking or No Stopping" sign be installed, then the Sheriffs
could take enforcement actions.
Assistant City Manager Wagner stated that the day workers at Diamond Square are aware
of the Day Laborer Center in El Monte, however, people pay more than minimum wage
in Rosemead.
It was moved by Commissioner Knapp, seconded by Commissioner Herrera and carried
unanimously to approve the Traffic Engineer's recommendation, with the sign reading:
"No Parking - 5:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.", leaving the Monday - Sunday off.
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V. STAFF REPORTS
Traffic Engineering Deputy Itagaki stated that at the September meeting there were
several questions regarding when Garvey Avenue would be striped. The project should
be done this fiscal year and bid sometime in the Spring.
Traffic Engineering Deputy Itagaki stated that Commissioner Ruiz inquired about a
handicap ramp on southeast corner of Brookline and Loftus. The City Engineer did
review the location and there are no sidewalks on this corner, that's why there is no ramp
there.
VI. COMMISSIONER REPORTS
Commissioner Knapp stated that the yellow striping at San Gabriel Boulevard and Graves
Avenue has not been re-painted.
Commissioner Knapp would like staff to look at installing the new crossing signs on both
sides of San Gabriel, approaching the yellow crosswalks.
Commissioner Knapp stated that on Walnut Grove going south and stopped at Hellman at
the traffic signal, the road is very rough and lumpy, and feels it is a dangerous situation.
Commissioner Knapp also stated that there are no crossing signs on Marshall heading
west.
Traffic Engineering Deputy Itagaki stated that there is different signage at a 4-way stop
and would have to look at this location.
Commissioner Ruiz asked staff to contact Cal-Trans regarding the Temple City
Boulevard on-ramp and off-ramp, he feels the road needs to be re-slurried, there's
problems with pot-holes.
Commissioner Ruiz asked staff to contact the Highway Patrol regarding a training on
Bicycle Riding Tips for the Community in particular, the elementary and junior high
kids.
Commissioner Ruiz also stated the signage on Olney Street and Temple City Boulevard
has not been put up.
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Commission, the meeting was
adjourned at 8:15 p.m. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 2, 2000.
Staff Report
Rosemead Traffic Commission
TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN
AND MEMBERS
ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSSION
FROM: JOANNE ITAGAKI, TRAFFIC ENGINEERING DEPUTY
DATE: October 16, 2000 .
RE: Request for Parking Restrictions on the South Side of
Grand Avenue between Halkett Avenue and Bartlett Avenue
BACKGROUND
At the last Traffic Commission meeting, a request for red curb was discussed for
the south side of Grand Avenue in the vicinity of 8620 Grand Avenue. The initial
request was from Mr. Henry Sakaida to extend red curb at the driveway to his
nursery. Ms. Lydia Apocada, 8636 Grand Avenue, also called with a concern for
vehicles parking in the immediate vicinity of her driveway. With these requests,
staff initially recommended the installation of red curb on both sides of the
driveways on Grand Avenue between Halkett Avenue and Bartlett Avenue.
Ms. Carolyn Garcia, 8658 Grand Avenue, sent a letter with concerns regarding
the vehicles from the Pacific Bell facility parked on Grand Avenue on a daily
basis.
Discussions at the Traffic Commission meeting revealed the residents present
(Mr. Sakaida, Ms. Apocada and Ms. Garcia) indicated they felt a time limit
parking restriction on the south side of Grand Avenue would be most beneficial.
Ms. Roselie Calderon of Pacific Bell requested the Traffic Commission delay
taking any action on this issue until she could discuss this issue with the
managers of the facility. Ms. Calderon requested the delay so those questions
brought up during the Traffic Commission's discussion could be addressed.
These questions included "What are the future plans for accommodating all
employee parking on site?", "is this 'boom' in employment expected to continue
and are additional employees anticipated?", "is there a way to 'encourage'
employees to park on the north side of the street?".
The Traffic Commission voted to delay action on this item until the November 2,
2000 meeting.
CONDITIONS
Refer to the staff reported dated September 25, 2000 (attached).
Request for Parking Restrictions on the South Side of
Grand Avenue between Halkett Avenue and Bartlett Avenue
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DATA
Refer to the staff reported dated September 25, 2000 (attached).
DISCUSSION
Based on last month's discussions and the concerns and needs of the residents,
it appears that a time limit parking restriction on the south side of Grand Avenue
would be appropriate at this time. A time limit parking restriction would direct
Pacific Bell employees to park on the north side of the street and allow more
"open" on street parking on the south side of Grand Avenue. However, until
Pacific Bell responds to questions posed at last month's meeting, a time limit
parking restriction may not be appropriate in the long term.
RECOMMENDATION
Unless significant information regarding the Pacific Bell facility is received, the
installation of a "2 Hour Parking 8 AM to 5 PM Monday - Friday" restriction is
recommended on the south side of Grand Avenue between Halkett Avenue and
Bartlett Avenue.
It is further recommended that an additional 5 feet of red curb be added on the
south side of Grand Avenue west of the driveway of the Sakaida Nursery. This
recommendation is shown on Exhibit A-1.
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MAYOR:
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8838 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD • PO. BOX 399
ROSEMEAD. CALIFORNIA 91770
TELEPHONE (626) 569-2100
FAX (626) 307-9218
MEMORANDUM
HONORABLE CHAIRMAN
AND MEMBERS
ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION
JESSICA WILKIN SON, 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
F A C S I M I L
Date: September 18, 2000
To:, City of Rosemead
Fax: 626 307-9218
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Subject: Complaint -.Street Parkin; 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 Pacific Bell have been parking on the block and it is
very wnsafe for all of the residence living here. The reasons are as follows:
1)
There is no n_ arkinF7 for ally 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 b
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comer, which is a hassle when there is space out front, expect that it is
taken up by the workers from Pacific Bell
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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, I do not understand why they have to
park on our block.
Please advise the outcome if this letter.
Regards
olyn Garcta
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8658 Grand St.
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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: 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
8620 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.
RECOMMENDATION
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.
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There is a ten foot section of curb at the entrance to
our nacsery. The ten foot "no parking" section is not enough
space for our long tractor-trailer rigs to enter ani leave.
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8633 Grand Ave.
Rosemead, Ca. 91770
Rosemead Traffic Commission
8638 East Valley Blvd.
Rosemead, Ca. 91770
Dear Rosemead Traffic Comrission:
I received your agenda for your October 5, 2000 Commission meeting yesterday.
Unfortunately my schedule does not allow me to attend that meeting. I notice there
are some concerns about my business location that will be part of your new business
discussions. I have read the attached letters from my neighbors living on the South
side of Grand Ave. We have been at this location for over thirty years. The demands
from our community have caused our business and our employment opportunities to
grow. Consequently we cannot accommodate all the personal vehicles in our yard
location forcing some of our employees to park outside on Grand Ave. Being long
time residents on Grand Ave we always try to maintain a good neighbor policy by
maintaining the upkeep of our building especially the front of our building. We ask
our employees to always show consideration for the neighbors but it seems when
some employees are late to work they'll take the easy out and park directly across
the street in front of a residence. That seems to start the snowball effect, a few more
cars will start to park across the street everyday. We need to do a better job of
periodically reminding our employees not to park in front of the homes on the South
side of Grand Ave. I have personally sent out a memo to everyone at 8633 Grand
Ave regarding the parking on the South side of Grand Ave. We have also recerrtly
terminated our business dealings with a trucking Company that persisted in making
late night and very early morning deliveries.
We are very aware that we are,not in a 100 per cent commercial zone and need to
coexist within a partial residential area. Business hours for our techniciarts are
between 6:OOa.m. - 3:00p.m. Monday through Friday with some Saturday work- Our
Saturday load is low so we can usually accommodate everyone within the yard. I am
open to any reasonable suggestions from the Commission and will continue to be a
positive force in our community,
Thank you,
Art Perez
Area Manager
Pacific Bell
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ATTENTION EVERYONE
We need everyone's help and co-operation to
maintain good public relations with our neighbors
on Grand Ave.
I have received several complaints from our
neighbors across the street regarding our vehicles
always parked in front of their homes. We need to
show them some consideration, how would you
like it if someone was always parked in front of
your home?? People have to park a block away to
come visit you I notice on Tuesdays everyone
fits on the North side of the street.
We've been at this location for over thirty years
and will continue to serve the community from
here so let's make an effort to be better neighbors:
Please do not park in front of the homes
on the South side of Grand Ave. If you
park on the South side only park West of
our building and look out for the Red
Zones.
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Thank You for Your Cooperation
Art Perez
Staff Report
Rosemead Traffic Commission
TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN
AND MEMBERS
ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSSION
FROM: JOANNE ITAGAKI, TRAFFIC ENGINEERING DEPUTY
DATE: October 24, 2000
RE: Request for Stop Controls on Olney Street at Marybeth Avenue
REQUEST
Mr. Gilbert Pedregon, 9546 Olney Street, is requesting the addition of stop signs
on Olney Street at Marybeth Avenue. Mr. Pedregon has indicated the stop signs
installed on Olney Street at Vane Avenue have helped slow the traffic on Olney
Street and that an additional stop or the relocation of the stop at Vane Avenue to
Marybeth Avenue would help because it is in the middle of the block.
BACKGROUND
During the October 1999 Traffic Commission meeting, this same request for stop
signs by Mr. Pedregon was discussed. Staff recommended against the
installation of stop signs primarily due to the minimal amount of traffic on the side
streets. The Traffic Commission accepted staffs recommendation and added
the installation of rumble strips on all approaches to the intersections of Olney
Street/Vane Avenue and Olney Street/Marybeth Avenue. The City Council
ultimately approved the installation of stop signs on Olney Street at Vane
Avenue.
CONDITIONS
Olney Street is a 36-foot wide east/west local residential street with parking
allowed on both sides. There is approximately 50 feet of double yellow centerline
striping on Olney Street on the approaches to Vane Avenue. Olney Street is
located immediately north and parallel to the San Bernardino Freeway (1-10).
Eastbound Olney Street at Temple City Boulevard must turn right and enter the
westbound 1-10 Freeway. In the westerly direction, Olney Street terminates at a
"T" intersection with Rio Hondo Avenue. Olney Street is stop controlled at Rio
Hondo Avenue, Vane Street and Temple City Boulevard. The posted speed limit
is 25 mph.
The roadways intersecting Olney Street between Rio Hondo Avenue and Temple
City Boulevard include Vane Street, Marybeth Street and Ellis Lane. These
streets are also local residential streets. Each of these streets link directly to
Request for Stop Controls on
Olney Street at Marybeth Avenue
Page 2
Marshall Street, one block north of Olney Street. The following summarizes the
conditions of each street:
Vane Street
Width:
Striping:
Speed Limit:
Stop Controls at:
Marybeth Street
Width:
Striping:
Speed Limit:
Stop. Controls at:
Ellis Lane
Width:
Striping:
Speed Limit:
Stop Controls at:
30 feet
- 50 double yellow at Marshall Street
25 mph
Olney Street & Marshall Street
30 feet
None
25 mph
Marshall Street
36 feet
Single yellow skip striping
30 mph
Olney Street & Marshall Street
Exhibit A depicts general conditions of the streets discussed.
DATA
The. reported accident data on Olney Street between Rio Hondo Avenue and
Temple City Boulevard was reviewed for the period from January 1, 1997 to
March 31, 2000. The reported accident data revealed four accidents
summarized below:
Location and Description
Time
Day & Date
1. Olney 50' west of Vane
3:55 PM
Sunday
Westbound vehicle proceeding straight rearended
01/02/00
a westbound parked vehicle (P.C.F. = Improper
pass).
2. Temple City 25' north of Olney
8:10 AM
Wednesday
Southbound vehicle changing lanes sideswiped
03/22/00
a southbound vehicle proceeding straight
(P.C.F. = Improper turn).
3. Olney 72' west of Temple City.
9:15 PM
Saturday
Westbound vehicle turning right collided head-on
07/17/99
with a parked car (P.C.F. = Unsafe speed).
4. Vane 120' north of Olney
12:25 PM
Friday
Northbound vehicle proceeding straight rearended
10/09/98
a northbound parked vehicle (P.C.F. = Improper
turn).
P.C.F. = Primary Collision. Factor
Request for Stop Controls on
Olney Street at Marybeth Avenue
Page 3
Traffic volume counts were obtained last year. It is anticipated these traffic
counts have not significantly changed over the past year even with the
installation of the stop signs on Olney Street. The 1999 traffic counts are
summarized below:
24-hour Total Volume
• Southbound Vane Ave. north of Olney St.
500
• Southbound Marybet
h Ave. north of Olney St.
224
• Westbound Olney St.
east of Marybeth Ave.
853
• Eastbound Olney St.
west of Vane Ave.
805
• Westbound Olney St.
between Vane Ave.
and Marybeth Ave.
921
• Eastbound Olney St.
between Vane Ave.
and Marybeth Ave.
694
The 1999 Multi-way Stop Sign Warrants worksheets for Olney Street/Vane
Avenue and Olney Street/Marybeth Avenue are attached.
DISCUSSION
Field observation of the subject intersections was made during the morning
hours. Vehicles were observed stopping on Olney Street at Vane Avenue. No
vehicles were observed "running" the stop or "speeding up" after the stop. The
general traffic flow was very light with less than 20 cars observed in a 10 minute
period.
Overall, the traffic conditions of Olney Street, Vane Avenue, Marybeth Avenue
and Ellis Lane have not changed significantly in the past year. There may have
been a change in "through" traffic patterns with the addition-of the stop signs at
Olney Street/Vane Avenue. This would probably be most evident during
commuter hours.
Motorists appear to be complying with the stop signs on Olney Street at Vane
Avenue. This is most evident by the favorable accident history at the
intersection.
Mr. Pedregon has requested additional stop signs be installed on Olney Street at
Marybeth Avenue or that the stop signs at Vane Avenue be relocated. Mr.
Pedregon indicates that Marybeth Avenue is more in the "center" of the block of
Olney Street between Temple City Boulevard and Rio Hondo Avenue. -
Request for Stop Controls on
Olney Street at Marybeth Avenue
Page 4
RECOMMENDATION
The 1999 Multi-way Stop Sign Warrants worksheets completed for both Olney
Street/Vane Avenue and Olney Street/Marybeth Avenue are not satisfied for the
installation of stop signs. Therefore, the installation of stop signs on Olney Street
at Mary beth Avenue (or the relocation of stop signs) is not. recommended at this
time. The favorable accident history also supports this recommendation.
Attachments
Rsd000ONov-01ney and Marybeth Stop Request
Temple City Boulevard
Lashbrook
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JIU2sd\Exh Fig\OIney at Marybeth and Vane
Rio Hondo Avenue
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CITY OF ROSEMEAD
MULTI-WAY STOP SIGN WARRANTS
(FROM CALTRANS TRAFFIC MANUAL)
LOCATION:
DATE: ZG
The installation of multi-way STOP signs are based on the following:
1. Where traffic signals are warranted and urgently needed, the multi-way
STOP may be an interim measure that can be installed quickly to control
traffic while arrangements are being made for the signal installation.
Satisfied. Yes No
2.. An accident problem, as indicated by five or more reported accidents within
a 12 month period of a type susceptible to correction by a multi-way STOP
installation. Such accidents include right- and left-turn collisions as well as
right-angle collisions.
Satisfied: Yes No
3. Minimum traffic volumes:
(a) The total vehicular volume entering the intersection from all
approaches must average at least 500 vehicles per hour for any 8
hours of an average day, and
Satisfied. Yes No
(b) The combined vehicular and pedestrian volume from the minor
street or highway must average at least 200 units per hour for the
same 8 hours, with an average delay to minor street vehicular
traffic of at least 30 seconds per vehicle during the maximum hour,
but
Satisfied. Yes No
(c) When the 85-percentile approach speed of the major street traffic
exceeds 40 miles per hour, the minimum vehicular volume warrant
is 70 percent of the above requirements.
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Satisfied: Yes No
VOLUME WORKSHEET ` r h
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(a) Total Volume { 500 (350) 1 IIZ. I 1 3>:I JCC1 I Lam. I l~t"A 1137- 1 109 11~j I
(tz"b't- A Cn U Y\~ J)1L"J+ h3''i t -:L' l1 ill pr )~O
(b) Combined Volume 200 (140) 1 15 1 1 0 1 t- 1 lS 1 j~, 1 14- 114 I
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CITY OF ROSEMEAD
MULTI-WAY STOP SIGN WARRANTS
(FROM CALTRANS TRAFFIC MANUAL)
LOCATION:
The installation of multi-way STOP signs are based on the following:
TE:
1. Where traffic signals are warranted and urgently needed, the multi-way
STOP may be an interim measure that can be installed quickly to control
traffic while arrangements are being made for the signal installation.
Satisfied. Yes No
2. An accident problem, as indicated by five or more reported accidents within
a 12 month period of a type susceptible to correction by a multi-way STOP
installation. Such accidents include right- and left-turn collisions as well as
right-angle collisions.
Satisfied: Yes No
3. Minimum traffic volumes:
(a) The total vehicular volume entering the intersection from all
approaches must average at least 500 vehicles per hour for any 8
hours of an average day, and
Satisfied: Yes No
(b) The combined vehicular and pedestrian volume from the minor
street or highway must average at least 200 units per hour for the
same 8 hours, with an average delay to minor street vehicular
traffic of at least 30 seconds per vehicle during the maximum hour,
but
Satisfied. Yes No
(c) When the 85-percentile approach speed of the major street traffic
exceeds 40 miles per hour, the minimum vehicular volume warrant
is 70 percent of the above requirements.
AJ/A
Satisfied: Yes No
VOLUME WORKSHEET
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(a) Total Volume 500 (350) 1 IZl I tL5 I IL3 I !C-4- I i31 I k~)~ I UE~ 1 1
(t aY-( C.\ kzsker-' rout' ~r.c•act~.
(b) Combined Volume 1200 (140) 1 7i, 1 44 1 D~ 1 Zi. 1 ~ 1 1 L`t 1 Zl 1 7i:' 1
Staff Report
Rosemead Traffic Commission
TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN
AND MEMBERS
ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSSION
FROM: JOANNE ITAGAKI, TRAFFIC ENGINEERING DEPUTY
DATE: October 16, 2000
RE: Request for Red Curb at 9228 Valley Boulevard -
Golden Rose Florist
REQUEST
A request has been received from Mr. Frank Quintanilla of the Golden Rose
Florist, 9228 Valley Boulevard. Mr. Quintanilla is requesting red curb on the west
side of the driveway of the Golden Rose Florist. Mr. Quintanilla indicates that red
curb was existing prior to the improvements made on Valley Boulevard.
CONDITIONS
Valley Boulevard is a 74 foot wide east/west major arterial through the City.
There are two lanes of traffic in each direction separated by a two way left turn
lane. On street parking is generally allowed on Valley Boulevard. The posted
speed limit on Valley Boulevard is 35 mph.
Exhibit A depicts curb conditions in the vicinity of 9228 Valley Boulevard.
DATA
The reported accident data in the vicinity of Valley Boulevard at Loma Avenue
was reviewed for the period beginning January 1, 1997 through March 31, 2000.
The reported accident data revealed only one accident within 100 feet of the
intersection. This accident involved a westbound bicycle proceeding straight
colliding with a westbound stopped vehicle (Primary Collision Factor = None
stated-Inattention).
DISCUSSION
With the reconstruction of Valley Boulevard, some areas of red curb were
removed and not replaced. It appears this may be the case in front of the Golden
Rose Florist.
Mr. Quintanilla indicates the installation of approximately 20 feet of red curb west
of the driveway to the Golden Rose Florist would assist motorist exiting his
Request for Red Curb at 9226 Valley Boulevard -
Golden Rose Florist
Page 2
business. He states that large trucks sometimes park right up to the driveway
blocking the visibility of motorists exiting the florist.
Field observations of the location identified some vehicles parking west of the
Golden Rose Florist at various times of the day. No large trucks were observed
during the various field reviews. However, the distance between the florist
driveway and the nearest driveway to the west is approximately 75 feet, which
can accommodate some large trucks.
During field review of 9228 Valley Boulevard, I identified existing red curb
immediately east of Hart Avenue. However, there was also a fire hydrant at that
location. The extension of the existing red curb would clearly identify the parking
zone available beyond the fire hydrant.
RECOMMENDATION
The installation of 20 feet of red curb on the west side of the driveway of 9228
Valley Boulevard, Golden Rose Florist, is recommended. It is further
recommended that the existing red curb immediately east of Hart Avenue be
extended 22 feet. Exhibit A depicts these recommendations.
Attachment
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Exhibit A
JI\Rsd\Ezh Fig\Valley at Golden Rose Florist Nov-2000