TC - Agenda - 10-02-03AGENDA
ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION
8838 East Valley Boulevard
Rosemead, California 91770
Regular Meeting
OCTOBER 2, 2003
Call to Order: 7:00 p.m.
Roll Call: Chairperson Knapp, Vice - Chairperson
Matsdorf, Commissioner Quintanilla,
Commissioner Baffo, Commissioner Ruiz
Pledge of Allegiance: Vice -Chair Matsdorf
Invocation: Commissioner Quintanilla
I. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - September 4, 2003
II. 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).
III. OLD BUSINESS
IV. NEW BUSINESS
A. REQUEST FOR RED CURB ON EMERSON PLACE OVER ALHAMBRA
WASH BRIDGE
B. REQUEST FOR RED CURB AT 7525 EMERSON PLACE
V. STAFF REPORTS
A. UPDATE ON CITY COUNCIL'S ACTIONS
VI. COMMISSIONER REPORTS
VII. ADJOURNMENT - To the next regular meeting of the Traffic Commission on
Thursday, November 6, 2003, at 7:00 p.m., Rosemead City Council Chambers,
8838 East Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California 91770.
Posted 72 hours in advance of the meeting at: Rosemead City Hall, 8838 East Valley
Boulevard, Rosemead; the L.A. County Library, Rosemead Branch, 8800 E. Valley
Boulevard; and at other locations pursuant to RMC Section 1.08.
ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION MEETING
SEPTEMBER 4, 2003
ROLL CALL
Present: Chairperson Knapp, Commissioner Matsdorf,
Commissioner Quintanilla
Absent: Commissioner Ruiz & Commissioner Baffo
Ex- Officio: Assistant Planner: Jennifer Villasenor
Traffic Engineering Deputy: Joanne Itagaki
CALL TO ORDER
Pledge of Allegiance: Commissioner Matsdorf
Invocation: Chairperson Knapp
I. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
It was moved by Commissioner Matsdorf, seconded by Commissioner
Quintanilla, and carried unanimously to approve the minutes for July 10, 2003.
II. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Speaking before the Commission was:
Helen Gunther
3646 Dubonnet Street
Rosemead, California 91770
Ms. Gunther wanted to know what is being done about the bicycle riders as it
pertains to the vehicle code. She states that they should be riding on the street
and not on the sidewalk.
Traffic Engineering Deputy Itagaki recommended that an article be placed in the
Rosemead Reporter advising the residents of the bicycle safety laws.
Ms. Gunther also stated that on the east /west corner of Marshall and Rosemead
Boulevard the light seems to change too quickly, and only one car can get
through the light.
Ms. Gunther went on to say that at the Glendon Way Apartments, there always
seems to be large items, such as, mattresses, furniture, etc., sitting on the
sidewalk.
III. OLD BUSINESS - None
IV. NEW BUSINESS
A. REQUEST FOR REVISIONS IN PARKING RESTRICTIONS ON
ANGELUS AVENUE AT ELDRIDGE RICE SCHOOL
Traffic Engineering Deputy Itagaki presented the staff report.
It was moved by Commissioner Quintanilla, seconded by Commissioner
Matsdorf, and carried unanimously to approve the Traffic Engineer's
recommendation.
Chairperson Knapp asked that this item be placed on the agenda for the City
Council at the September 23rd meeting.
V. STAFF REPORTS
Assistant Planner Villasenor stated that there will be 3 items on the agenda at the
next regularly scheduled Council meeting.
VI. COMMISSIONER REPORTS
Commissioner Matsdorf asked for a memo updated the Commission on the
situation as it pertains to abundance of graffiti throughout the City that is not
being taken care of, since it's been contracted out.
Commissioner Quintanilla asked what the latest was on the traffic issue at the
Target Shopping Center.
Traffic Engineering Deputy Itagaki stated that there are no additional traffic
studies being done until the plaza is fully occupied.
Chairperson Knapp asked the Sheriffs to look into the number of accidents that
have been reported at this location.
VII. ADTOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Commission, the meeting was
adjourned at 7:33 p.m., with 2 people in the audience.
The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for Thursday, October 2, 2003.
Staff Report
Rosemead Traffic Commission
TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN
AND MEMBERS
ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSSION
FROM: JOANNE ITAGAKI, TRAFFIC ENGINEERING DEPUTY
DATE: September 23, 2003
RE: Request for Red Curb on Emerson Place Over Alhambra Wash
Bridge
REQUEST
Chairman Knapp requested staff to review the visibility on Emerson Place in the
vicinity of the Alhambra Wash east of Falling Leaf Avenue. Chairman Knapp
indicated residents have expressed concerns regarding visibility of vehicles
coming over the bridge.
CONDITIONS
Exhibit A depicts conditions on Emerson Place in the vicinity of Alhambra Wash.
The elevation at the bridge of the Alhambra Wash is higher,than the street level
both east and west of the bridge. The greatest elevation difference appears to
be west of the bridge.
DISCUSSION
Field observation of the location occurred in the afternoon. Traffic on Emerson
Place was sporadic and no vehicles were observed parked on the bridge or in
the immediate vicinity. However, field observation clearly identified the elevation
difference between the bridge and the adjacent homes. This elevation difference
did make visibility from driveways adjacent to the bridge difficult. If vehicles are
parking on the bridge, visibility is reduced even further.
The installation of red curb or "No Parking" restrictions over the Alhambra Wash
would not directly affect the residential homes fronting Emerson Place. There
appears to be several lots with multiple dwellings. However, each of these lots
has on -site parking available for their residents.
The installation of parking restrictions over the Alhambra Wash will not remove
the need for caution to be taken by residents on Emerson Place. The proposed
parking restrictions will provide some additional visibility but the elevation
difference is the primary visibility restriction. At this time, staff is discussing the
situation with the City Engineer to determine if any change to the elevation of the
bridge is proposed in the near future.
October 2, 2003 Traffic Commission Meeting
Request for Red Curb on Emerson Place
Over Alhambra Wash Bridge
Page 2 of 2
RECOMMENDATION
The installation of R27 "No Parking on Bridge" signs and red curb adjacent to the
Alhambra Wash bridge on Emerson Place is recommended. These
recommendations are depicted 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: September 22, 2003
RE: Request for Red Curb at 7525 Emerson Place
REQUEST
A letter (attached) from Ms. Hazel J. Moyer and Ms. Karen Bayazid was received
requesting the installation of red curb between their driveway at 7525 Emerson
Place and 7527 Emerson Place. They indicate the distance between driveways
is not large enough for a vehicle but vehicles continue to park there especially
when Emerson School is in session.
CONDITIONS
Exhibit A depicts conditions at the driveways of 7525 Emerson Place and 7531
Emerson Place. The 7531 Emerson Place address was observed (7527
Emerson Place was not visible).
DISCUSSION
Field observation of the location was made during the afternoon period after the
school release period. There were no vehicles parked on Emerson Place in the
vicinity of 7525 and 7531 Emerson Place.
As identified in Exhibit A, the curb space between 7525 and 7531 Emerson Place
is approximately 14 feet. This is less than the 20 foot minimum length used for
parking spaces.
The installation of red curb between 7525 and 7531 Emerson Place would not
significantly affect the on- street parking on Emerson Place. There is parking
space available on Emerson Place east and west of this location that vehicles
associated with the school can utilize.
RECOMMENDATION
The installation of 14 feet of red curb between 7525 and 7531 Emerson Place is
recommended. This recommendation is depicted on Exhibit A.
Attachments
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Hazel J. Moyer (owner)
Karen L. Bayazid
7525 Pl.
Rosemead, CA 91770 -2209
(626)571 - 2690/(626)280 -3345
August 27, 2003
City of Rosemead
8838 E. Valley Blvd.
Rosemead, CA 91770
Attn: Don Wagner
Dear Mr. Wagner:
I am writing this letter in regards to the curbed area separating my driveway at
7525 Emerson PI. and the driveway next door at 7527 Emerson PI. This curbed
area is short and cannot accomodate vehicle parking without the parked
vehicles blocking the sloped portion of my driveway.
The Emerson. elementary school is across the street and when in session vehicles
are constantly parking there; mostly SUVs which don't fit and which hang over
my driveway. We are backing out blind causing a difficult and dangerous
situation for everyone.
I am a 76 year old senior and have my disabled daughter living with me. It is
imperative that we have easy access in and out of my driveway. There are
many doctor appointments which must be met.
I am hereby requesting this curbed area be painted red. This will greatly reduce
the danger of accidents due to poor visibility as well allowing tree access in and
out of my driveway.
I thank you in advance for your prompt attention in this matter.
Yours Sincerely,
re
Hazel J. Moyer
Karen L. Bayazid
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