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Rosemead
Traffic Commission
AGENDA
SEPTEMBER 4, 2008
7:00 PM
City Hall Council Chambers
8838 E. Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California 91770
Holly Knapp, Chair
Brian Lewin, Commissioner
Keno Deary, Commissioner
ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION September 7, 2008
CALL TO ORDER — 7:00 PM
• PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE —Commissioner Deary
• INVOCATION — Commissioner Lewin
• ROLL CALL — Chairperson Knapp, Commissioners Deary, and Lewin
1. PRESENTATION
A. Oath of Office — Howard Masuda and Joanne Russell
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
June 26, 2008 — Regular Meeting
July 17, 2008 — Regular Meeting
3. PUBLIC COMMENT FROM THE AUDIENCE
Please refer to public comment guidelines on the first page of this document.
4. OLD BUSINESS
A. WALNUT GROVE AVENUEIHALKETT AVENUE — Request for Crosswalk on Walnut
Grove Avenue
Two letters were received from Councilwoman Clark and Mr. Armando Najera, 4828
Walnut Grove Avenue. Mr. Armando is concerned with crossing Walnut Grove Avenue at
Halkett Avenue. He cites that there are no marked crosswalks at this intersection and that
vehicles do not always yield the right -of -way to pedestrians. Councilwoman Clark has
asked that stop sign or signal warrants be considered as well as "other measures that
make crosswalks safer."
Staff Recommendation
It is staffs recommendation that no striping or traffic control modifications be made to the
intersection of Walnut Grove Avenue and Halkett Avenue.
It is staff's recommendation that the Traffic Commission recommends the City Council
approve the installation of white raised pavement markers (RPMs) behind the existing
edge lines on Walnut Grove Avenue in the immediate vicinity of the start of the blocks
between Grand Avenue and Mission Drive.
5. NEW BUSINESS
A. JACKSON AVENUEIGARVALIA AVENUE — Request for STOP signs on Jackson
Avenue
Two letters were received from Ms. Pamela Wark, 2457 Jackson Avenue and Ms. Wei -
Ying Ng, 2503 Jackson Avenue. Ms. Wark indicates that speeding occurs on Jackson
Avenue between Fern Avenue and Graves Avenue. Ms. Ng indicates that there are a lot
of accidents at the intersection of Jackson AvenuelGarvalia Avenue. Ms. Wark and Ms.
ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION September 7, 2008
Ng are both requesting the installation of stop signs at the intersection of Jackson
Avenue / Garvalia Avenue. Ms. Wark further requests the installation of speed bumps.
Staff Recommendation
It is staff's recommendation that stop signs not be installed on Jackson Avenue at Garvalia
Avenue.
It is staffs recommendation that the Traffic Commission recommends the City Council
approve the installation of advance warning intersection signs on Jackson Avenue at
Garvalia Avenue.
It is further recommended by staff that the Traffic Commission recommends the City
Council direct staff to determine other possible funding sources for the installation of speed
feed back signs.
6. STAFF REPORTS
7. COMMISSIONER REPORTS
8. ADJOURNMENT
The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 2, 2008 at the Rosemead City Hall, City Council
Chambers, 8838 East Valley Boulevard.
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ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION
JUNE 26, 2008
The meeting of the Rosemead Traffic Commission was called to order by Chairperson Knapp
at 7:00 p.m., in the Community Recreation Center, 3936 North Muscatel, Rosemead.
PLEDGE OF ALLIGIANCE Chairperson Knapp
INVOCATION Vice Chairperson Masuda
ROLL CALL
Present: Chairperson Knapp, Vice Chairperson Masuda, Commissioners
Gay, Hunter, and Lewin
Absent: None
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Minutes of May 1, 2008:
Commissioner Lewin requested that the third line on page 5 be corrected to read
"Commissioner Lewin visited the location on two occasions.......
It was moved by Commissioner Lewin, seconded by Commissioner Gay to accept and
approve the amended minutes of the May 1, 2008, meeting.
Vote Results:
Yes: Chairperson Knapp, Vice
Gay, Hunter, and Lewin
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: Hunter
2. PUBLIC COMMENTS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Chairperson Masuda, Commissioners
Speaking before the Commission:
Mr. Manual F. Cox
4527 No. Earle Ave.
626 - 627 -1511
Crosswalk at Earle and Mission used for the park and school needs signage review.
There is speeding on Mission and Earle. Sidewalks are incomplete and something
needs to be done to stop the speeding and racing.
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Speaking before the Commission:
Mr. Sal DeLaCruz
4533 No. Earle Ave.
626- 291 -5535
Mr. DeLaCruz commented that two years ago he asked for speed bumps and he was
told that the City of Rosemead does not allow speed bumps. He pointed out that there
are speed bumps in the City. Something has to be done to stop the speeding on Earle
before something tragic happens.
Commissioner Gay asked if most of the speeding is on Mission.
Mr. Cox replied that speeding occurs on both Mission and Earle, coming off Mission
heading southbound Earle towards Shuey (towards Wells). He wondered if the stop
sign at Wells /Earle should be larger.
Commissioner Lewin made inquiry about the location of the speeding and racing, and
the time of day. Mr. DeLaCruz stated it was on Earle in the afternoon, mostly school
hours. Kids racing. Mr. Cox stated it is a long block, no breaks, great for racing. He
believes a camera would be a deterrent to the speeding. There are no posted speed
limit signs.
Chairperson Knapp suggested that there should be more police enforcement in this
area during the appropriate times. She also suggested the installation of larger stop
signs.
Speaking before the Commission:
Mr. Todd Kunioka
8400 Wells Street
626- 309 -9924
Mr. Tunioka stated the same problems occur on Delta as described on Earle and
Mission. Drag racing occurs. He asked about possibility of speed humps or bumps
along Wells.
Speaking before the Commission:
Jim Flournoy
8655 Landis View
Sunday at 2:00 in the morning a delivery truck arrived at Wal -Mart. There was a lot of
noise. The truck routes need to be regulated. A friendly letter to Panda to discourage
deliveries on Delta might be all that is needed.
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3. OLD BUSINESS
A. REVIEW ON TRAFFIC CONDITIONS ALONG RUSH /ANGELUS
Chris Marcarello, Deputy Public Works Director, presented the Staff Report.
Staff recommends that the Traffic Commission review and provide recommendations on
the information presented, take resident input, and forward to the City Council for further
review.
Mr. Marcarello introduced Bill Dvorak and Diana Turlik of Kimley -Horn for the
presentation of the traffic study.
(Kimley -Horn presentation followed.)
Chairperson Knapp asked about cost of in- pavement lights of wide streets such as
Earle /Mission compared to Rush. Traffic Engineering Deputy Itagaki stated that the
cost of in- pavement lights are based on the width of the street and the number of travel
lanes.
Vice Chairperson Masuda asked about bulb -outs at crosswalks. Mr. Dvorak referred to
the drawing of the bulb -outs.
Commissioner Gay asked if there is any special funding for lighted crosswalks. Mr.
Dvorak responded there is state funding for some lighted crosswalks. Commissioner
Gay asked if there could be funding for both bulb -out and lighted crosswalk. Mr. Dvorak
responded that it could be done but wondered if both would be of benefit.
Issues
Commissioner Gay cited the Edison traffic and that people are afraid to cross because
of traffic. The median landscaping blocks visibility southbound Angelus. The median
landscaping needs to be lowered for better visibility.
Commissioner Lewin stated there is speeding on Rush. Delta is part of the equation yet
has not been studied. Sight distance is severely limited for left turn from Delta. If study
had been completed for Delta as well, he wondered if warrant would be satisfied if
Angelus /Delta /Rush volumes were combined.
Mr. Flournoy indicated speed is the number one problem and number two is the left turn
issues. He would also like to see if the signal at Wal -Mart is justified.
Commissioner Gay stated the issues are to slow down the traffic, make it a safe
crossing for students and clean up the median landscaping for visibility.
Larry Bevington indicated that he believes the signal warrants indicate that if there is a
complicated intersection that a signal or yellow flashing light should be installed.
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4.
5.
Mr. Peter Wu, from the audience, was recognized by the Chair. Mr. Wu explained his
lateness at the meeting and stated that he was present at a Traffic Commission meeting
a couple of months ago and spoke about Mission /lvar and the new construction on
southeast side of Mission. Traffic will be heavier when construction is completed and
something will need to be done. He was informed that that item will be agendized and
he will be notified.
Mr. Kunioka also believes that Delta needs to be considered as well as bulb -outs
combined with flashing lights.
Chairperson Knapp called for recommendations to be forwarded to the City Council.
Commissioner Lewin: Install bulb -out and flashing light with solar power; extend red
curb from Delta.
Commissioner Gay: Remove vegetation in median on west side. Provide information
for funding sources.
Vice Chairperson Masuda: Can bulb -outs be placed on a temporary basis to see if they
are a calming effect to slow down cars? In- pavement lights will be a continuing cost
and maintenance to the City.
Commissioner Hunter: No signal needed; need some safety feature for children; more
done on Delta.
Chairperson Knapp: Delta visibility (left turns); does not want a cul -de -sac; likes in-
pavement lights.
NEW BUSINESS - NONE
STAFF REPORTS - NONE
A. WALNUT GROVE AVENUE /HALKETT AVENUE — Letter Request
Traffic Engineering Deputy Itagaki asked Commissioners for any special items that they
would like included in this analysis.
Commissioner Lewin would like distance between Grand and Halkett, and Halkett and
Mission. Also adult pedestrians versus kid pedestrians; separate the two.
Chairperson Knapp questioned the request for a marked crosswalk in order to gain
access to a mailbox when residents can place mail in their own mailbox and it will be
picked up by the postman.
Vice Chairperson Masuda stated that every time he crosses Walnut Grove, he runs
across. Even with the four -way stop at Grand and Walnut Grove he doesn't think it is
safe. Edge line dots or some warning device at the curve might cut down on the
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number of sideswipe (of parked cars) accidents. Stop marking at southbound Walnut
Grove at Grand cannot be read, it is very faded. Chris will take care of it.
6. COMMISSIONER REPORTS
Vice Chairperson Masuda, all issues have been covered.
Commissioner Lewin: Valley Vision Plan meetings. On a couple of occasions he has
heard that Caltrans can supersede work along Valley because of the 10 Freeway.
Traffic Engineering Deputy Itagaki has no specific information regarding that issue.
For Chris, is the loading zone on Muscatel at library coming soon? Chris responded it
is.
Westbound Ramona at Walnut Grove (agenda item for next meeting). Needs lane
directions /signs of existing movements, perhaps create two lanes.
Chairperson Knapp, coming off the off ramp at Walnut Grove and Hellman, there are
two large potholes. Chris will look at it. Also, extend the left turn for the southbound
Walnut Grove at Hellman /Ramona. This work has been approved and has not been
completed. Referred to Chris.
7. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Commission, the meeting was
adjourned until July 17, 2008, at 7:00 p.m. (July 3` meeting cancelled due to the
Holiday.)
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ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION
STAFF REPORT
TO: THE HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND COMMISSIONERS
FROM: JOANNE ITAGAKI, TRAFFIC ENGINEERING DEPUTY
DATE: SEPTEMBER 4, 2008
SUBJECT: WALNUT GROVE AVENUE /HALKETT AVENUE -Request for
Crosswalk on Walnut Grove Avenue
SUMMARY
Two letters (attached) were received from Councilwoman Clark and Mr. Armando
Najera, 4828 Walnut Grove Avenue. Mr. Armando is concerned with crossing Walnut
Grove Avenue at Halkett Avenue. He cites that there are no marked crosswalks at this
intersection and that vehicles do not always yield the right -of -way to pedestrians.
Councilwoman Clark has asked that stop sign or signal warrants be considered as well
as 'other measures that make crosswalks safer."
Staff Recommendation
It is staffs recommendation that no striping or traffic control modifications be made to
the intersection of Walnut Grove Avenue and Halkett Avenue.
It is staffs recommendation that the Traffic Commission recommends the City Council
approve the installation of white raised pavement markers (RPMs) behind the existing
edge lines on Walnut Grove Avenue in the immediate vicinity of the start of the blocks
between Grand Avenue and Mission Drive.
ANALYSIS
Walnut Grove Avenue is a 56 -foot wide roadway with two lanes of traffic in each
direction. Opposing lanes of traffic are separated by a double yellow centerline. In
addition, there is a white edge line painted on both sides of Walnut Grove Avenue from
just north of Mission Drive to Grand Avenue. Parking is allowed on both sides of the
street. The posted speed limit on Walnut Grove Avenue is 40 mph.
Halkett Avenue is a 30 -foot wide roadway with no traffic striping. Halkett Avenue is stop
controlled at its intersection with Walnut Grove Avenue. Parking is allowed on both
sides of the street. The prima facie speed limit on Halkett Avenue is 25 mph.
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September 4, 2008
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Exhibit "A" depicts existing conditions at the intersection of Walnut Grove Avenue and
Halkett Avenue.
Discussion
Traffic data was collected at the intersection of Walnut Grove Avenue and Halkett
Avenue. The following summarizes the data collected:
Average Daily Traffic
Walnut Grove Avenue
Halkett Avenue
12,879 (6,381 NB / 6,498 SB)
177 (77 EB / 100 WB)
Recorded Soeeds on Walnut Grove Avenue
Time 2:30 — 3:30 PM
# observed 195 vehicles
10 mph pace 35 — 44 mph
50 % 39 mph
85 % 43 mph
Pedestrians Observed
Time 3:30 — 4:30 PM
# observed 1 adult (crossing the west leg of Halkett Avenue)
No pedestrians observed crossing Walnut Grove Avenue
Reported Accident History
Time Period 01/01/05— 12/31/07
Accident type
Field observations of the intersection during the afternoon peak period indicated very
light traffic volumes from Halkett Avenue also, as indicated in the data, very little
pedestrian traffic. The intersection of Walnut Grove Avenue /Grand Avenue (all -way
stop controlled) is approximately 800 feet north of Halkett Avenue. Walnut Grove
Avenue /Mission Drive (signalized) is approximately 715 feet south of Halkett Avenue.
Mr. Najera indicates that vehicles "do not slow down or stop" when he is trying to cross
Walnut Grove Avenue. Though staff did not directly observe this situation, it is typical of
many of today's drivers.
Staff considered several traffic control tools that might be appropriate at this intersection
to address the need to cross Walnut Grove Avenue at Halkett Avenue. These include
the following: flashing yellow beacon, in- roadway warning lights, and stop signs.
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1. Flashing Yellow Beacons — The California Manual on Uniform Traffic Control
Devices (CA MUTCD) provides guidelines as to when this device should be
considered. The CA MUTCD states:
"Typical applications for flashing beacons include the following:
1. Signal Ahead
2. Stop Signs
3. Speed Limit Signs
4. Other Warning and Regulatory Signs
5. Schools
6. Fire Stations
7. Intersection Control
8. Freeway Bus Stops
9. At Intersections Where a More Visible Warning is Desired.
Typical uses include:
1. Obstructions in or immediately adjacent to the roadway.
2. Supplemental to advance warning signs.
3. At mid -block crosswalks.
4. At intersections where a warning is appropriate."
The intersection of Walnut Grove Avenue /Halkett Avenue does not satisfy the typical
uses for a flashing yellow beacon. The closest consideration would be under
category number 4 of the typical uses ( "at intersections where a warning is
appropriate "). However, even though Walnut Grove Avenue "curves" in this section,
the visibility of the intersection at Halkett Avenue is greater than stopping sight
distance necessary (-340 feet). In addition, the reported collision history does not
indicate there is a problem with visibility based on the lack of reported right -angle
and /or rearend collisions. Therefore, installation of a flashing yellow beacon at
Walnut Grove Avenue /Halkett Avenue is not recommended at this time.
2. In- Roadway Warning Lights (IRWLs) — These are special lights installed on the
roadway surface to warn motorists of an "approaching condition on or adjacent to
the roadway that might not be readily apparent and might require the road users to
slow down and /or come to a stop. This includes, but is not necessarily limited to,
situations warning of marked school crosswalks, marked midblock crosswalks,
marked crosswalks on uncontrolled approaches..."
If used, the IRWLs at crosswalks are to be "installed only at marked crosswalks with
applicable warning signs. They shall not be used at crosswalks controlled by YIELD
signs, STOP signs, or traffic control signals." For the intersection of Walnut Grove
Avenue and Halkett Avenue, a marked crosswalk would be required to install
IRWLs.
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The CA MUTCD indicates the following shall be considered when evaluating the
need for IRWLs:
a. "Whether the crossing is controlled or uncontrolled.
b. An engineering and traffic study to determine if In- Roadway Warning Lights
are compatible with the safety and operation of nearby intersections, which
may or may not be, controlled by traffic signals or STOPMELD signs.
c. Standard traffic signs for crossings and crosswalk pavement markings are
provided.
d. At least 40 pedestrians regularly use the crossing during each of any two
hours (not necessarily consecutive) during a 24 -hour period.
e. The vehicular volume through the crossing exceeds 200 vehicles per hour in
urban areas or 140 vehicles per hour in rural areas during peak -hour
pedestrian usage.
f. The critical approach speed (85 percentile) is 70 km /h (45 mph) or less.
g. In- Roadway Warning Lights are visible to drivers at the minimum stopping
sight distance for the posted speed limit.
h. Public education on In- Roadway Warning Lights is conducted for new
installations. "
The primary consideration for the installation of IRWLs at the intersection of Walnut
Grove Avenue /Halkett Avenue is the number of pedestrians that cross at this
intersection. This threshold is used throughout the CA MUTCD when considering
pedestrians. It is intended to insure the proper level of traffic control is implemented
for pedestrians, bicyclist and motorists. Based on the field observations and the
location of the intersection, it is likely that less than 40 pedestrians cross Walnut
Grove Avenue at Halkett Avenue during a 24 -hour period. Therefore, the installation
of IRWLs at this intersection is not recommended at this time.
3. Stop Signs — Halkett Avenue is already stop controlled at its intersection with Walnut
Grove Avenue. Staff considered the installation of stop signs on Walnut Grove
Avenue to create an all -way stop controlled intersection.
The installation of stop signs is based on guidelines presented in the CA MUTCD.
These guidelines consider the reported accident history, traffic volumes, pedestrian
and bicycle volumes and speed on the roadway. Exhibit B identifies the CA MUTCD
guidelines as they compare to data collected at Walnut Grove Avenue /Halkett
Avenue.
In the analysis, staff made a conservative assumption that 50 pedestrians and
bicycles cross Walnut Grove Avenue at Halkett'Avenue during each of the 8 hours
analyzed. This was considered since field observations did not occur during the
peak hours when pedestrians and /or bicycles might be present. However, even with
this assumption, the "Combined Volumes" do not satisfy the 140 units per hour for 8
hours (70 percent value) on the minor street.
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Therefore, based on the volume of traffic from Halkett Avenue and the pedestrians
and bicycles crossing Walnut Grove Avenue at Halkett Avenue, the installation of
stop signs on Walnut Grove Avenue at Halkett Avenue is not recommended at this
time.
During the last Traffic Commission meeting, Commissioner Masuda indicated his
concern regarding the existing edge line. Commissioner Masuda indicated that many
times vehicles traveling on Walnut Grove Avenue disregard the edge line, especially at
the start of the blocks, and veer into the parking area. Commissioner Masuda also
stated that he had observed collisions with parked vehicles.
The installation of white raised pavement markers (RPMs) to enhance the edge lines on
Walnut Grove Avenue was considered. Such an installation would provide a tactile
reminder to motorists of the parking lane adjacent to the fronting residential uses. The
RPMs would be installed just in the area of the start of the block behind the edge line. It
would not extend the entire distance of the edge line. The RPMs will increase the
noise level of the neighborhood when vehicles traverse them.
Recommendation
It is recommended that RPMs be installed behind the existing edge lines on Walnut
Grove Avenue in the immediate vicinity of the start of the blocks between Grand. Avenue
and Mission Drive. Exhibit A depicts this recommendation.
PUBLIC NOTICE PROCESS
This item has been noticed through the regular agenda notification process.
Submitted by:
Joanne Itagaki
Traffic Engineering Deputy
Exhibit A: Existing conditions and Recommendations at Walnut Grove Avenue /Halkett Avenue
Exhibit B: Multi -way Stop Sign Worksheet
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Exhibit B
CITY OF ROSEMEAD
MULTI -WAY STOP SIGN WORKSHEET
(CA MUTCD 2006)
LOCATION: Walnut Grove Avenue /Halkett Avenue_ DATE: _08/2008_
The. installation of multi -way STOP signs is based on the following:
A. Where traffic control signals are justified, the multiway stop is an interim measure
that can be installed quickly to control traffic while arrangements are being made
for the installation of the traffic control signal.
Satisfied: Yes No
B. A crash problem, as indicated by 5 or more reported crashes in a 12 -month
period that are susceptible to correction by a multiway stop installation. Such
crashes include right- and left -turn collisions as well as right -angle collisions.
(Report period 01/01/05 to 12131107: reported collisions) Satisfied: Yes No
C. Minimum traffic volumes:
1. The vehicular volume entering the intersection from the major street
approaches (total of both approaches) averages at least 300 vehicles per
hour for any 8 hours of an average day, and
Satisfied: Yes No
2. The combined vehicular, pedestrian, and bicycle volume entering the
intersection from the minor street approaches (total of both approaches)
averages 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 highest hour, but
Satisfied: Yes No
3. If the 85- percentile approach speed of the major- street traffic exceeds 65
km /h or exceeds 40 mph, the minimum vehicular volume warrants are 70
percent of the above values.
Satisfied: Yes No
D. Where no single criterion is satisfied, but where Criteria B, C.1, and C.2 are all
satisfied 80 percent of the minimum values. Criterion C.3 is excluded fpm his
condition. Satisfied: Yes ( No )
VOLUME WORKSHEET Hours
Guideline
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(1) Total Volume 300 (210) [855] [1013][803] [749] [756] [932][1134] [1039] 910
(2) Combined Vol. 200 (140) [ 59 ] [ 62 ] [ 54 ] [ 53 ] [ 69 ] [ 66 ] [ 68 ] [ 64 ] 62
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Dear Commissioner Knapp,
I am submitting the enclosed letter to you which I received this week from Mr. Armando
Najera, residing at 4828 Walnut Grove Ave. He is very concerned about the inability to
safely cross Walnut Grove and that the drivers do not honor the fact that all intersections
are crosswalks. I am hereby requesting on his behalf that you agendize this request for
your next traffic commission meeting. I would hope that should a crosswalk without a
stop sign or signal be warranted that the staff could recommend the striped crosswalk and
flashing signs or other measures that make crosswalks safer, as I feel the traditional
crosswalk with no signal, stop sign, or other means of alerting drivers give the pedestrian
a false sense of security in the face of the ever increasing problem of distracted drivers.
Thank you very much for your consideration.
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ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION
JULY 17, 2008
The meeting of the Rosemead Traffic Commission was called to order by Chairperson Knapp
at 7:00 p.m., in the Community Recreation Center, 3936 North Muscatel, Rosemead.
PLEDGE OF ALLIGIANCE Vice Chairman Masuda
INVOCATION Commissioner Gay
ROLL CALL
Present: Chairperson Knapp, Vice Chairman Masuda, Commissioners Gay
and Lewin
Absent: Commissioner Hunter
1. PRESENTATION
A. Recognition of Service — Joan Hunter.
B. Oath of Office — Keno Deary, Sr.
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Minutes of June 26, 2008: Deferred to next meeting.
3. PUBLIC COMMENTS FROM THE AUDIENCE - NONE
4. OLD BUSINESS - NONE
5. NEW BUSINESS
A. MISSION DRIVE /IVAR AVENUE — Southbound Visibility Concerns and
Crosswalk Concerns
Traffic Engineering Deputy Itagaki presented the staff report and study findings.
Recommendation
It is staffs recommendation that the Traffic Commission recommends the City Council
approve the installation of 30 feet of red curb on the north side of Mission Drive from
Ivar Avenue to 30 feet westerly. Staff further recommends the Traffic Commission
recommend to the City Council to approve the installation of an additional 48 feet (21
feet plus 6 feet plus 21 feet) of red curb on the north side of Mission Drive from Ivar
Avenue easterly. This will provide for a total of approximately 85 feet of red curb from
Ivar Avenue easterly. Exhibit A of the Staff Report depicts this recommendation.
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It is staffs recommendation that the pedestrian crossing issue at Mission Drive /lvar
Avenue be reanalyzed in late September /early October after school resumes. This will
allow staff to gather school pedestrian crossing data and observe the location during
school crossing times. This request will be brought back to the Traffic Commission no
later than December 2008.
Speaking before the Commission:
Mr. Frank Yuen
4412 Ivar Ave.
626- 574 -0663
(Property Owner)
Mr. Yuen is the owner of the property located at 4412 Ivar, an apartment building.
(Traffic Engineering Deputy Itagaki stated Mr. Yuen's property is on the east side of Ivar
just north of Mission.) Mr. Yuen stated the driveway approach of a new development on
the south side is close to the intersection of Ivar and Mission. Left turns would be
difficult, especially during school hours from Mission to Ivar. Mr. Yuen is of the opinion
that a regular signal light is needed, not red curbing. That area is needed for parking
during the daytime. New development on the south side should be a right turn only.
Speaking before the Commission:
Mr. Adam P. Velasco
8860 Mission drive
626 - 286 -7134
Mr. Velasco completely agrees with Mr. Yuen. Signals should be installed at Mission
and Ivar.
Speaking before the Commission:
Mr. Peter Woo
4644 Ivar Ave.
626 - 715 -5515
Mr. Woo stated there is a need for a red curb. If signal is installed, it needs to be
synchronized.
Commissioner Lewin agrees with staffs recommendation for red curb. Visibility is
hindered by the parked cars. A traffic signal would be tricky that close to Rosemead
Boulevard.
Commissioner Gay expressed his concern about the congestion problem coming off
Rosemead Boulevard. He believes the recommendation to wait until school is in
session is appropriate. Installing the red curb is a solution because of the visibility
factor. A right turn only at the new development is the only way to go.
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DRAFT
Traffic Engineering Deputy Itagaki clarified that it is not staffs intention to only look at in-
roadway warning lights. They will look at signals, crossing guard, in roadway warning
lights; they will look at all issues that might be appropriate for this location.
Vice Chairman Masuda agrees with waiting on analysis and installing the red curb.
Commissioner Deary agrees with the red curb. He added that the painting is faded. He
agrees with the red curb, but the signs on the ground need to be repainted. He would
like to have a pedestrian signal installed.
Chairperson Knapp concurs with staffs recommendations.
Commissioner Gay would also like to see ladder striping to yellow crosswalk.
Chairperson Knapp requested a motion.
Commissioner Gay motioned and Vice Chairperson Masuda seconded to accept staff
recommendation and to add ladder striping to the recommendation.
Vote Results:
Yes: Chairperson Knapp, Commissioner Deary, Commissioner Gay,
Commissioner Lewin, Vice Chairman Masuda
Noes: None
Abstain: None
6. STAFF REPORTS - NONE
7: COMMISSIONER REPORTS
Commissioner Lewin requested that the Commission agendize the issue of not being
able to see some signals at certain locations. He cited Rio Hondo and Valley as one
location.
Commissioner Gay thanked the Commission and stated he has enjoyed working with
members of the Traffic Commission. He is also looking forward to sitting in the
audience.
Vice Chairperson Masuda also thanked the Commission members.
Commissioner Deary stated he is excited to be a part of the Commission and giving
back to his community.
Chairperson Knapp expressed concerned about southbound Walnut Grove and making
room for more cars to make the left turn onto Ramona Boulevard.
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8. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Commission, the meeting was
adjourned until September 4, 2008, at 7:00 p.m. (August 7th meeting cancelled due to
lack of a quorum.)
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ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION
STAFF REPORT
TO: THE HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND COMMISSIONERS
FROM: JOANNE ITAGAKI, TRAFFIC ENGINEERING DEPUTY
DATE: SEPTEMBER 4, 2008
SUBJECT: JACKSON AVENUE /GARVALIA AVENUE —Request for STOP signs
on Jackson Avenue
SUMMARY
Two letters (attached) were received from Ms. Pamela Wark, 2457 Jackson Avenue and
Ms. Wei -Ying Ng, 2503 Jackson Avenue. Ms. Wark indicates that speeding occurs on
Jackson Avenue between Fern Avenue and Graves Avenue. Ms. Ng indicates that
there are a lot of accidents at the intersection of Jackson Avenue /Garvalia Avenue. Ms.
Wark and Ms. Ng are both requesting the installation of stop signs at the intersection of
Jackson Avenue /Garvalia Avenue. Ms. Wark further requests the installation of speed
bumps.
Staff Recommendation
It is staffs recommendation that stop signs not be installed on Jackson Avenue at
Garvalia Avenue.
It is staffs recommendation that the Traffic Commission recommends the City Council
approve the installation of advance warning intersection signs on Jackson Avenue at
Garvalia Avenue.
It is further recommended by staff that the Traffic Commission recommends the City
Council direct staff to determine other possible funding sources for the installation of
speed feed back signs.
ANALYSIS
Jackson Avenue is a 36 -foot wide roadway with one lane of traffic in each direction
separated by a single yellow skip striping. Parking is allowed on both sides of the street
except during street sweeping. The posted speed limit on Jackson Avenue is 30 mph.
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Garvalia Avenue is a 40 -foot wide roadway with a single yellow skip striping on the west
leg at Jackson Avenue. Garvalia Avenue is stop controlled at its intersection with
Jackson Avenue. Parking is allowed on both sides of the street except during street
sweeping. The prima facie speed limit on Garvalia Avenue is 25 mph.
Exhibit "A" depicts existing conditions at the intersection of Jackson Avenue and
Garvalia Avenue.
Discussion
Traffic data was collected at the intersection of Jackson Avenue and Garvalia Avenue.
The following summarizes the data collected:
Average Daily Traffic
Jackson Avenue
Garvalia Avenue
2,870 (1,303 NB / 1,567 SB)
984 (716 EB / 268 WB)
Recorded Soeeds on Jackson Avenue
Time 2:45 — 3:45 PM
# observed 88 vehicles
10 mph pace 26 — 35 mph
50 % 31 mph
85 % 37 mph
Reported Accident History
Time Period 01/01/05— 12/31/07
Accident Summary - 07/03/05; Eastbound v. Northbound
- 04/03/06; Northbound v. Westbound
- 06/05/06; Eastbound v. Northbound
- 07/08/06; Eastbound v. Southbound
Field observations of the intersection indicated that there are some visibility issues for
vehicles on Garvalia Avenue. There is vegetation the limits some visibility of on- coming
traffic. However, existing fences behind the sidewalk also limit visibility. There is also a
vertical curve (southbound downhill) on Jackson Avenue south of Garvalia Avenue.
The recorded speeds on Jackson Avenue identified 85% of traffic traveling at or below
37 mph. The speed data also indicates that 50% of traffic is traveling at or below 31
mph. This is higher than expected on a street posted at 30 mph.
The reported accident history does identify a pattern of broadside /right -angle collisions.
There is a consistent occurrence of reported collisions involving eastbound and /or
northbound vehicles. Northbound vehicles on Jackson Avenue would be traveling in the
vertical curve area as they are approaching Garvalia Avenue. Eastbound vehicles on
Garvalia Avenue could have visibility limitations due to vegetation and /or parking on
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Jackson Avenue. However, according to City records, no accidents have occurred
since 2006. This decline may have occurred because of a change in travel patterns,
change in roadway characteristics and /or other issues not related to traffic.
Staff considered several traffic control tools that might be appropriate to address the
resident's concerns in the vicinity of Jackson Avenue / Garvalia Avenue. These include
the following: advanced warning intersection sign, speed feed back sign and stop signs.
1. Advanced Warning Intersection Sign — An advanced warning intersection sign is a
black on yellow sign. For this intersection, the advanced warning sign would be
installed on Jackson Avenue as vehicles are approaching the intersection. This sign
is intended to warn motorists they are approaching a four legged intersection.
Therefore, the installation of advance warning intersection signs are recommended
or Jackson Avenue at Garvalia Avenue. However, this signing does not address the
speeding issue on Jackson Avenue.
2. Speed Feed Back Sign — This is a traffic informational tool that records the speed of
vehicles and displays that speed back to the motorists. It is usually accompanied by
"Your Speed" and a standard sign with the posted speed limit. There is usually a
drop in the speeds after the signs are installed. However, long term studies have
not clearly determined if the speeds remain down.
The installation of a speed feed back sign is more costly than a typical sign
installation. These signs could be mounted on street light poles (not wood poles
with electrical wiring) and must have access to a power source. Solar power can
also be used. The cost for this speed feed back sign is in the range of $5,000-
$10,000 depending on the specific details of the installation.
3. Stop Signs — "Stop" control is intended to assign positive right -of -way at
intersections. The control is usually established on the street with the least volume
of traffic. Additional control, beyond the basic right -of -way assignment, is usually
reserved for those locations where the volume of traffic exceeds an average of 300
vehicles per hour for any eight hours of a day and where both streets having about
the same amount of traffic, lends credibility to the higher level of intersection control.
Without credibility, voluntary compliance is poor and without voluntary compliance,
traffic safety is severely compromised.
Furthermore, numerous studies have concluded that "Stop" signs are ineffective as a
speed deterrent. These studies found that slowing only occurred within 150 to 200
feet of the actual "Stop" location. Those motorists who slow for the controls at
unjustified locations often reach higher speeds between controls to make up the time
lost at the "Stop" sign. As previously indicated, many drivers fail to stop and others
do not bother to slow due to the perception on nonexistent potential cross conflict.
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Exhibit B depicts the how the data collected for the intersection of Jackson Avenue
and Garvalia Avenue compare to the stop sign installation guidelines. This exhibit
indicates the intersection of Jackson Avenue /Garvalia Avenue does not satisfy the
guidelines for the installation of multi -way stop signs.
Therefore, based on the volume of traffic at the intersection of Jackson Avenue and
Garvalia Avenue, the installation of stop signs on Jackson Avenue at Garvalia
Avenue is not recommended at this time.
It is difficult to address the concerns of the residents. Many roadways in this City, as
well as many others, experience traffic speeds higher than expected on residential
and /or residential collector streets. Sheriff enforcement of speeds is a continuing
responsibility of LA County Sheriff.
Recommendation
It is recommended that advanced warning intersection sign be installed for northbound
and southbound traffic on Jackson Avenue on the approach to Garvalia Avenue.
Exhibit A depicts this recommendation. It is further recommended that staff investigate
funding sources for the possible installation of speed feed back signs for future use
within the City.
PUBLIC NOTICE PROCESS
This item has been noticed through the regular agenda notification process.
Submitted by:
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Joanne Itagaki
Traffic Engineering Deputy
Exhibit A: Existing conditions at Jackson Avenue /Garvalia Avenue
Exhibit B: Multi -way Stop Sign Worksheet
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Exhibit B
CITY OF ROSEMEAD
MULTI -WAY STOP SIGN WORKSHEET
(CA MUTCD 2006)
LOCATION: _Jackson Avenue /Garvalia Avenue_ DATE: _08/2008_
The installation of multi -way STOP signs is based on the following:
A. Where traffic control signals are justified, the multiway stop is an interim measure
that can be installed quickly to control traffic while arrangements are.being made
for the installation of the traffic control signal.
Satisfied: Yes No
B. A crash problem, as indicated by 5 or more reported crashes in a 12 -month
period that are susceptible to correction by a multiway stop installation. Such
crashes include right- and left -turn collisions as well as right -angle collisions.
(Period 01101105 to 12131107:3 reported collisions -all 2006) Satisfied: Yes IS
C. Minimum traffic volumes:
1. The vehicular volume entering the intersection from the major street
approaches (total of both approaches) averages at least 300 vehicles per
hour for any 8 hours of an average day, and
Satisfied: Yes No
2. The combined vehicular, pedestrian, and bicycle volume entering the
intersection from the minor street approaches (total of both approaches)
averages 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 highest hour, but
Satisfied: Yes No
3. If the 85- percentile approach speed of the major- street traffic exceeds 65
km /h or exceeds 40 mph, the minimum vehicular volume warrants are 70
percent of the above values.
Satisfied: Yes IS
D. Where no single criterion is satisfied, but where Criteria B, C.1, and C.2 are all
satisfied 80 percent of the minimum values. Criterion C.3 is excluded frp his
condition. Satisfied: Yes ( No
VOLUME WORKSHEET Hours
Guideline
A 8 -9A / 2 -3P /5 -6P/ 7 -8A/ 6 -7P/ 4 -5P/ 7 -8P /8 -9P / AVG
(1) Total Volume 300 (210) [266] [265] [264] [247] [222] [213] [171] [116] 221
(2) Combined Vol. 200 (140) [145] [103 ] [132] [152 ] [129] [106] [116] [107] 124
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I' am a resident of Rosemead City and live at 2503 Jackson
Ave., Rosemead, CA 91770. I require have the 4 way stop
sings at the intersection of Jackson and Garvalia Ave.,.
because the car collide frequently in this intersection., Last
year, there were two cars got in my yard twice and
damaged the fence just in a couple month.. it will be safer if
there is a 4 ways'stop sing here: Please have a 4 ways stop
singe here as soon as possible. Attached is the accident
report from the police.
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Wci -Ying Ng
LAW OFFICES OF
DAVID LEE WATSON
A PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION a.
1200 S. Atlantic Blvd.
Alhambra, California 91803 .
Tel: (626) 289 -5007
Fax: (626) 457-4875
August 17, 2005
Wei YmgNg
2503 Jackson Ave.
Rosemead, CA 91770
RE: Accident you observed on 7/3,/05 (10:15 AM)
Dear Ms: Ng:
This office has information that you witnessed are auto accident on 7/3/05 at Jackson ;iiear
Garyalia in the city of Rosemead. Please fill in the information requested below indicating where
you were at the time of the accident, then sign and date below and return it to this office as soon
as possible: This information is extremely important to Mr. Lee's claim.
Thank you in advance for your courtesy and cooperation in this matter.
Very truly yours,
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