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CC - Item IV.CC-M - Request for Red CurbStaf epor TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL FROM: FRANK G. TRIPEPI, CITY MANAGER DATE: JANUARY 25, 2000 SUBJECT: REQUEST FOR RED CURB AND KEEP CLEAR AT THE INTERSECTION OF VALLEY BOULEVARD AND HIDDEN PINES STREET DISCUSSION This is a request by the Hidden Pines Homeowners Association to install red curb and KEEP CLEAR markings on Valley Boulevard at Hidden Pines Street. The association indicated that there is poor visibility when exiting Hidden Pines Street due to vehicles parked on Valley Boulevard west of Hidden Pines Street. In addition, eastbound vehicles stopped at the intersection of Valley Boulevard and Walnut Grove Avenue often block access at Hidden Pines Street. This request went before the Traffic Commission on September 2, 1999, but was deferred to a later date due to inquiries from the Commission. It was rescheduled for December 2, 1999. Minutes for both meetings are attached with this report. At the December meeting, staff presented a review of the reported accident history, traffic count, and existing conditions for the subject site (see Exhibit D). Based on these findings, staff recommended the installation of 50 feet of red curb west of and 20 feet of red curb east of Hidden Pines Street on Valley Boulevard. The installation of KEEP CLEAR markings was not recommended at this time. Upon further discussion by the Commission, the installation of "NO PARKING AT ANY TIME" signage was recommended instead of red curb. The Traffic Commission voted 4-0 to approve the installation of the aforementioned signage. ITEM No. JZ. COUNCIL GE-,' A JAN 25 2000 Rosemead City Council January 25, 2000 Page 2 of 90 RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that the Rosemead City Council APPROVE the installation of "NO PARKING AT ANY TIME" signage 50 feet west of and 20 feet east of Hidden Pines Street on Valley Boulevard. EXHIBITS: Exhibit A - Figure 1 Exhibit B - Staff report, dated November 23,1999 Exhibit C - Staff report, dated August 23, 1999 Exhibit D - Traffic Commission Minutes for December 2, 1999 Exhibit E - Traffic Commission Minutes for September 2, 1999 01/12x00 12:40 FAX 6952120 WI LLDAN ASSOC ROSEMEAD l1b' ~n 0?~ J .Ln N-i bM w J d V tn C M w J J I I z I 1 I I 71 1 /I L/ap L Q~ NC~~-3 r ~Qj T Q 2002 1 i-0. t CfDAAN`t-,r-j f~r1 EXHIBIT "A" TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION FROM: JOANNE ITAGAKI, TRAFFIC ENGINEERING DEPUTY DATE: NOVEMBER 23, 1999 SUBJECT: REQUEST FOR RED CURB AND KEEP CLEAR AT THE INTERSECTION OF VALLEY BOULEVARD AND HIDDEN PINES STREET REQUEST This item was brought before the Traffic Commission on September 2, 1999 (report attached). The request was from the Hidden Pines Homeowners Association (HOA). During the September Commission meeting, the Commission had questions to the HOA and wanted, at least one representative present to comment on the issue. In addition, the Commission requested staff to further study the location and recommendation. The data and conditions of the intersection have not changed since the September 2, 1999 report was prepared. DISCUSSION Staff reviewed the intersection of Hidden Pines Street and Valley Boulevard on several occasions. There continues to be some blockage of the intersection from eastbound Valley Boulevard vehicles stopped at the intersection of Walnut Grove Avenue. However, few vehicles were observed trying to access Hidden Pines Street from the westbound Valley Boulevard direction. The HOA has requested the installation of red curb on both sides of Hidden Pines Street. Such an installation will provide some additional visibility for vehicles exiting Hidden Pines Street. As stated by the Sheriffs Department, this red curb will not provide extensive visibility, however, is does provide motorists some additional space to "nose-out" into traffic. The request for "KEEP CLEAR" markings was also made by the HOA. Staff has re-evaluated the installation of "KEEP CLEAR" markings. Based on the minimal number of homes (less than 12) and no reported accidents at the intersection, the installation of "KEEP CLEAR" is not recommended. EXHIBIT "B" Request for Red Curb and KEEP CLEAR at the Intersection of Valley Boulevard and Hidden Pines Street Page 2 RECOMMENDATION The installation of 50 feet of red curb west of and 20 feet of red curb east of Hidden Pines Street on Valley Boulevard is recommended. The installation of "KEEP CLEAR" markings is not recommended. Figure 1 (Revised) depicts the recommended installation of red curb. Attachments JRPsMHjdden Pines 2 TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSSION FROM: JOANNE ITAGAKI, TRAFFIC ENGINEERING DEPUTY DATE: AUGUST 23, 1999 RE: REQUEST FOR RED CURB AND KEEP CLEAR AT THE INTERSECTION OF VALLEY BOULEVARD AND HIDDEN PINES STREET REQUEST The Hidden Pines Homeowners Association (HOA) has requested (letter attached) the installation of red curb and "Keep Clear" markings on Valley Boulevard at Hidden Pines Street. The HOA indicates visibility when exiting Hidden Pines Street is difficult when vehicles are parked on Valley Boulevard west of Hidden Pines. They also indicate that eastbound vehicles stopped at the intersection of Valley Boulevard and Walnut Grove Avenue often block the access into and out of Hidden Pines Street. DATA The reported accident history at the intersection of Valley Boulevard and Hidden Pines Street was reviewed for the period from January 1, 1996 through December 31, 1998. This review indicated no reported accidents occurring at the intersection during this three-year period. Traffic counts taken in 1999 indicate approximately 22,900 vehicles travel daily on Valley Boulevard between the west City limit and Rosemead Boulevard. Based on engineering judgement, the daily traffic volume on Hidden Pines Street is less than 2,000 vehicles per day. CONDITIONS Valley Boulevard is a 76-foot wide east/west arterial roadway with two-lanes of traffic in each direction separated by a two-way left turn lane. In the vicinity of Hidden Pines Street, a "2-hour Parking 9 AM - 6 PM, except Sundays and Holidays" restriction exists on Valley Boulevard. The posted speed limit on Valley Boulevard is 35 mph. Hidden Pines Street is a 25-foot wide private street that "T"s into Valley Boulevard from the south. It is located approximately 400 feet west of Walnut EXHIBIT "C" iitc:JZ t:l.UUi/ u1 va,luy DuulCVaiu atiu nIUUC/f t- roes Ji/CC! Page 2 Grove Avenue directly adjacent to the Rubio Wash. There is no striping on Hidden Pines Street. Hidden Pines Street provides access to several residential homes south of Valley Boulevard. Figure 1 depicts conditions at the intersection of Valley Boulevard and Hidden Pines Street. DISCUSSION Field observation of the intersection of Valley Boulevard and Hidden Pines Street did identify some blockage of the intersection during the PM.peak period. Some delay is experienced for vehicles on Hidden Pines Street. There were gaps in the traffic flow that allowed vehicles to exit Hidden Pines Street on to Valley Boulevard. Staff did not observe vehicles parked on Valley Boulevard at Hidden Pines Street during our field review. The HOA has requested the installation of red curb and "Keep Clear" markings. The red curb would provide visibility of vehicles on Valley Boulevard from Hidden Pines Street. This may also assist motorists in determining adequate gaps to enter into the traffic flow. The "Keep Clear" markings would direct vehicles on Valley Boulevard to leave a space clear for vehicles accessing Hidden Pines Street. However, this would only be of benefit during the periods when traffic is stopped on Valley Boulevard from the Walnut Grove Avenue traffic signal. RECOMMENDATIONS The installation of 30 feet of red curb west of and 20 feet of red curb east of Hidden Pines Street on Valley Boulevard is recommended. It is further recommended that "Keep Clear" markings with limit lines be installed for eastbound Valley Boulevard traffic at Hidden Pines Street. Figure 1 depicts these recommendations. Attachments JRRsM..iidden Pines HIDDEN PENES HONIEONVINERS ASSOCIATION P.O. Box 6585, Rosexoead, CA 91770 July 15, 1999 Traffic Commissioner City ofRescmmd 8E38 Valle♦• Blvd, Ros,-:aj C4 91770 D=r Sir. It is rspc-S v r.qu=Ltd that a '?IO PARKING- and "CLEAR" zones be set up at Valley- Blvd and Hidd= Pines St-- -I- As shown in the ann h~ map, our r=u=st is two-fold: 1) NO PARKING or red zone on Valley Blvd for at I= 30 8 west of Hides Pines SL. Vcy often this area is full of parr Cars and combined with h= y traffic --astbound of Valley Blvd, it b==C:s very dif5c ult and dang=ous for drib=s from Hid:i= Pines to = right on Valley Blvd, and almost impossible to tiun 1& on Valley Blvd from Hidd= Pin=s SL This NO PARKING zone request NvW prvvid.: a cl= ii-ca, of on;oming cars for t7i%,-- s Iming Hidden Pi= and promote traffic safc:3• for everyone con.,.----ned svch as d;i'mis, bil s and ptdmmiaas in this area 2) CLEAR ZONE east bound side of Valley Blvd corm Hidd= Pines SL It is a f=L fius rating, and ti dang---ous to enter H"id:L-m Pines SL when you have to cross eastlx=d =fflc during ri:sh hours or amtim.; th=e is a lot of traffic eastbound. Th= are so many can rushing/spesiing to catch the gr--n traffic light at Walnut Grove which is unfortunatzly vtry dose to Hidd= Pin= SL Or the =afire Win= to Hidd-a Pines St is covered by stopped cars paid for the g-,. _n light on Walnut Grove. This CLEAR ZONE r=a= gill pnnid.: safety and comeanita. ; for rr9d--= and visiwrs mL-xing Mdd_-n Pin= SL This ~ Rzs FronVt--d by -*arious eomplai.nts and stories of near mitt-~ ac=id=nts by rt sd-nts and Nist.ors a0ze. Ther's also a constant angy rzsid:nt disgruntled by the traffic congestion right whet` we lcm-e and ent--r our community. There is an accident waiting to happen - so please help and grant our requests. Thank you. _ Resp=tful]r yours, HIDDE'v PINES HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIAT70N: JESUS RLL--SG.4 Presid_°nt js/7-15-99 ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION DECEMBER 2, 1999 A regular meeting of the Rosemead Traffic Commission was called to order by Chairperson Knapp at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers, 8838 East Valley Boulevard, Rosemead. ROLL CALL Present: Chairperson Knapp Commissioners: Ruiz & Quintanilla Absent: Commissioner Herrera & Commissioner Baffo Ex Officio: Administrative Aide: Jessica Wilkinson Deputy Traffic Engineer: Joanne Itagaki CALL TO ORDER The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commissioner Ruiz The Invocation was delivered by Chairperson Knapp L APPROVAL OF MINUTES October Minutes: The minutes were deferred until January, due to a lack of quorum November Minutes: It was moved by Commissioner Quintanilla, seconded by Commissioner Ruiz, and carried unanimously to approve the minutes for November 4, 1999. H. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE - NONE M. OLD BUSINESS A. REQUEST FOR RED CURB AND KEEP CLEARR AT THE INTERSECTION OF VALLEY BOULEVARD AND HIDDEN PINES STREET Deputy Traffic Engineer Itagaki stated that this item was brought before the Traffic Commission on September 2, 1999. The request was from the Hidden Pines Homeowners Association (HOA). During the September Commission meeting, the Commission had questions on the issue. In addition, the Commission requested staff to further study the location and recommendation. The data and conditions of the intersection have not changed since the September 2, 1999 report was prepared. Staff reviewed the intersection of Hidden Pines Street and Valley Boulevard on several occasions. There continues to be some blockage of the intersection from eastbound Valley Boulevard vehicles stopped at the intersection of Walnut Grove Avenue. However, few vehicles were observed trying to access Hidden Pines Street from the westbound Valley Boulevard direction. The HOA has requested the installation of red curb on both sides of Hidden Pines Street. Such an installation will provide some additional visibility for vehicles exiting Hidden Pines Street. As stated by the Sheriff's Department, this red curb will provide extensive visibility, however, it does provide motorist some additional space to "nose-out" into traffic. EXHIBIT "D" The request for "KEEP CLEAR" markings was also made by the HOA. Staff has re-evaluated the installation of "KEEP CLEAR" markings. Based on the minimal number of homes (less than 12) and no reported accidents at the intersection, the installation of "KEEP CLEAR" is not recommended. RECOMNfENDATION The installation of 50 feet of red curb west of and 20 feet of red curb east of Hidden Pines Street on Valley Boulevard was recommended. The installation of "KEEP CLEAR" markings was NOT recommended. Speaking before the Commission was: Chris Orozco President of Hidden Pines Association Mr:-Orozco stated that he has read the recommendation of the Traffic Engineer, and would like to know why the "KEEP CLEAR" markings are not going to be installed. Deputy Traffic Engineer Itagaki stated that there were no reported accidents at this intersection, and staff does not like to recommend "KEEP CLEAR" markings unless it is absolutely necessary. Chairperson Knapp stated that the "KEEP CLEAR" markings on Hellman Avenue at the exit on Walnut Grove, it appears the motorist disregard the "KEEP CLEAR" markings at this location. Commissioner Ruiz asked Mr. Orozco, at what time does the back-up occur? Mr. Orozco stated that it starts to back up between 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m., and all day long on the weekends. Commissioner Ruiz recommended that signs stating "NO PARKING ANYTUVIE" be installed instead of the red curb. It was moved by Commissioner Ruiz, seconded by Commissioner Quintanilla, and carried unanimously to install "NO PARKING ANYTDAE" signs, instead of the red curb. IV. NEW BUSnTESS A. REQUEST FOR TRAFFIC CONTROLS ON EDMOND DRIVE BETWEEN WALNUT GROVE AVENUE AND MUSCATEL AVENUE Deputy Traffic Engineer Itagaki stated that a request has been received from Mr. Otto A. Peters, 8738 Edmond Drive, requesting the Traffic Commission install additional traffic controls on Edmond Drive to reduce the speeds on the street. Mr. Peters is specifically requesting the installation of speed bumps on Edmond Drive. Mr. Peters was furnished with the City's policy on speed bumps. . As Mr. Peters indicated in his letter, this matter was brought before the Commission previously. According to our records, this issue was brought before the Commission on March 3, 1994. The staff report and minutes of that meeting are attached for s.he Commission's reference. _t7" Field observation of the intersection of Temple City Boulevard and Olney Street did not identify any vehicles traveling through the southbound right turn only lane to the I-10 Freeway. However, staff did not observe the intersection over an extended period of time when such a movement may occur. The favorable reported accident history supports the opinion that a majority of vehicles traveling through the intersection are following the existing traffic controls. Commissioner Ruiz's request for the installation of large bott dots was carefully considered. The City's recent use of large bott dots has been effective in restricting left turn movements into various driveways. The installation of large bott dots on the island area would reduce southbound through movements on Temple City Boulevard at Olney Street. However, staff has concern regarding the use of the bott dots in this instance. Previously, large bott dots have been installed parallel to the flow of traffic with iriinimai chance of high-speed traffic traveling over the dots. The large bott dots have been placed on double yellow centerlines separating opposing lanes of traffic. Installing large bott dots on the island area, perpendicular to traffic flow, would discourage vehicles from traveling through the right turn only lane. However, motorists that choose to travel over or do not see the bott dots may loose control of their vehicles increasing the accident potential. RECONTMENDATION: Based on the increased potential for traffic accidents, the installation of large bott dots is not recommended. Deputy Traffic Engineer Itagaki stated that perhaps the flexible delineators would be 1.7 more effective at this location (similar to the ones on Mission by In-N-Out Burgers). It was moved by Commissioner Ruiz, seconded by Commissioner Baffo, and carried unanimously to approve the Traffic Engineer's recommendation to install flexible delineators at this location. B. REQUEST FOR RED CURB AND KEEP CLEAR AT THE INTERSECTION OF VALLEY BOULEVARD AND HIDDEN PINES STREET Deputy Traffic Engineer Itagaki stated that the Hidden Pines Homeowners Association (HOA) has requested the installation of red curb and "Keep Clear" markings on Valley Boulevard at Hidden Pines Street. The HOA indicates visibility when exiting Hidden Pines Street is difficult when vehicles area parked on Valley Boulevard west of Hidden Pines. They also indicate that eastbound vehicles stopped at the intersection of Valley Boulevard and Walnut Grove Avenue often block the access into and out of Hidden Pines Street. The reported accident history at the intersection of Valley Boulevard and Hidden Pines Street was reviewed for the period from January 1, 1996 through December 31, 1998. This review indicated no reported accidents occurring at the intersection during this three-year period. Traffic counts taken in 1999 indicate approximately 22,900 vehicles travel daily on Valley Boulevard between the west City limit and Rosemead Boulevard. Based on engineering judgment, the daily traffic volume on Hidden Pines Street is less than 2,000 vehicles per day. Valley Boulevard is a 76-food wide east/west arterial roadway with two-lanes of traffic in each direction separated by a two-way left turn lane. In the vicinity of Hidden Pines Street, a "2-hour Parkins 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., except Sundays and Holidays" restriction exists on Valley. Boulevard. The posted speed limit on Valley Boulevard is 35 mph. EXHIBIT "E" Hidden Pines Street is a 25-foal wide private street that "T's" into Valley Boulevard from the south. It is located approximately 400 feet west of Walnut Grove Avenue directly adjacent to the Rubio Wash. There is no striping on Hidden Pines Street. Hidden Pines Street provides access to several residential homes south of Valley Boulevard. Field observation of the intersection of Valley Boulevard and Hidden Pines Street did identify some blockage of the Intersection during the PM peak period. Some delay is experienced for vehicles on Hidden Pines Street onto Valley Boulevard. Staff did not observe vehicles parked on Valley Boulevard at Hidden Pines Street during our field review. The HOA has requested the installation of red curb and "Keep Clear" markings. The red curb would provide visibility of vehicles on Valley Boulevard from Hidden Pines Street. This may also assist motorists in determining adequate gaps to enter into the traffic flow. The "Keep Clear" markings would direct vehicles on Valley Boulevard to leave a space clear for vehicles accessing Hidden Pines Street. However, this would only be benefit during the periods when traffic is stopped on Valley Boulevard from the Walnut Grove Avenue traffic signal- RECOMMENDATION: The installation of 30' feet of red curb west of and 20 feet of red curb east of Hidden Pines Street on Valley Boulevard is recommended. It is further recommended that "Keep Clear" markings with limit lines be installed for eastbound Valley Boulevard traffic at Hidden Pines Street. Chairperson Knapp stated that she.is in favor of the red curb, however is not sure about the "Keep Clear"markings. Sgt. Robles stated that the painting of the red curb, west of Hidden Pines does no good to vehicles exiting Hidden Pines because of the angle. It would be more appropriate to extend it further down. He suggest that a right turn only sign be installed. This item was deferred to the November meeting, for further study and to invite the residents of those homes to the meeting that would be affected. V. STAFF REPORTS Administrative Aide Wilkinson stated that at the City Council meeting of August 24`h, the Council approved the installation of red curb at 2730 Stingle Avenue. VI. CO1\INJISSIONER REPORTS Commissioner Herrera stated that residents have told her that they are happy with the quick responses to the graffiti removal. Commissioner Quintanilla stated that Valley Boulevard is looking good. Chairperson Knapp asked if staff could look at the crosswalk situation at San Gabriel and Graves. Commissioner Ruiz stated that there is a lot of speeding trucks on Temple City Boulevard, they're going approximately 50 mph, and appear to be the same trucks all the time. VII. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Commission, the meeting was adjourned at 7:32 p.m. The next scheduled meeting is set for October 7, 1999.