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TC - Minutes 05-06-10Minutes of the Regular ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION MEETING May 6, 2010 The Regular meeting of the Rosemead Traffic Commission was called to order by Chairman Masuda at 7:08 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 8838 E. Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California. FLAG SALUTE: Commissioner Deary INVOCATION: Chairman Masuda PRESENT: Chairman Masuda, Vice Chairwoman Russell, Commissioner Deary, Commissioner Lewin, Commissioner Hall ABSENT: None STAFF PRESENT: Sr. Management Hentabli, Traffic Consultant Itagaki, Admin. Assistant Llamas 1. PUBLIC COMMENTS FROM THE AUDIENCE Helen Gunther, Dubonet Street, expressed concerned with drivers speeding on Marshall St. and ignoring the stop sign between Marshall St. and Bartlett St. She would also like to see if staff can do something about having vehicles parking to close to the corner of Dubonnet Ave. and Marshall St. due to the street being narrower than others. Mr. Krug, is concerned about cars speeding down De Adalena and would like staff to consider and address this issue. 2. PRESENTATION OF PROPOSED AQUATICS FACILITIES Director of Parks and Recreation David Montgomery-Scott presented a Power Point presentation. Commissioner Deary asked what about the pending improvements and impacts on existing pool usage. He also suggested in possible installing a competition pool at Garvey Pool. Commissioner Lewin asked if work will include improvements to the parking at Garvey Pool. Vice Chairwoman Russell congratulated the Parks and Recreation Director for a greatjob. 3. CONSENT CALENDAR A. The April 1, 2010 minutes were removed from the consent calendar for minor corrections. Commissioner Lewin made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Hall to approve the minutes of the April 1, 2010 Traffic Commission Meeting and included the minor corrections. Votes resulted in: Yes: Lewin, Hall, Russell, Masuda, Deary No: None Abstain: None Absent: None Rosemead Traffic Commission Meeting Minutes of May 6, 2010 Page 1 of 4 4. OLD BUSINESS A. NEIGHBORHOOD TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT PROGRAM- PROCESS AND FLOWCHART Staff presented the Traffic Commission with a Draft of the Neighborhood Traffic Management Program Flowchart. Commissioner Lewin questioned the percentage of property owners vs, renters needed to sign the petition in order for a measure to be approved. Chairman Masuda suggested that the Commission should discuss the required percentages /installation criteria at a later time when the final document is closer to being approved. Commissioner Lewin suggested having a template used for the petition. Staff will bring some sample petitions so the Commission for further review at an upcoming meeting. B. REQUEST TO REVIEW TRAFFIC CONDITIONS AT 8510 AND EAST FERN AVENUE Jose Loera provided the Traffic Commissioners with a briefing of the items that have being addressed at the location. Commissioner Lewin would like to have a traffic study done along Willard Ave. and would also like the alley included. Commissioner Deary doesn't think a traffic study is needed along the alley due to a low volume of traffic. Commissioner Hall suggested the possibly of studying the alley to determine if a one -way street would be beneficial during school hours only. Staff recommended that the Commissioners may want to wait to evaluate the effectiveness of improvements already made and then determine if a full study is necessary. Commissioner Lewin asked if a warrant is needed to install a new crosswalk at Willard Ave. Commissioner Lewin made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Deary to approve a traffic study for conditions along Willard Ave. and the potential installation of a new crosswalk west of Willard Ave. at Fern Ave. Votes resulted in: Yes: Lewin, Deary, Russell, Masuda, Hall No: None Abstain: None Absent: None C. STREET NAME SIGNS DESIGN AND REPLACEMENT PROGRAM Staff provided the Traffic Commission with a briefing on the item. Rosemead Traffic Commission Meeting Minutes of May 6, 2010 Page 2 of 4 Commissioner Lewin recommended in possibly making the rose a little darker. Vice Chairwoman Russell made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Hall to have the rose and stem darker. Votes resulted in: Yes: Russell, Hall, Lewin, Masuda, Deary No: None Abstain: None Absent: None 5. NEW BUSINESS A. GUIDELINES RELATED TO THE INSTALLATION OF PROTECTED /PERMISSIVE LEFT TURN PHASING Staff provided the Commissioners with a briefing and explanation on the draft criteria for the installation of the Protected /Permissive left turn phasing. Commissioner Lewin expressed concerns related to the draft criteria for the installation of the Protected /Permissive left turn phasing. He discussed the benefits of Protected /Permissive left turns and their ability to improve traffic flow in congested intersections. Commissioner Hall asked for clarification on the criteria in having a protective /permissive left turn signal at the intersection of Rosemead Blvd and Mission Drive. Staff informed the Commission that the intersection in question - Rosemead Blvd and Mission Dr. - is under the jurisdiction of Caltrans. Changing the signal phasing and timing in this area would require the approval of Caltrans engineering staff. Staff will check with other cities for their criteria's. 5. STAFF REPORTS Staff gave the Commissioners a briefing on current and future projects being worked on in the City and also informed them of the items that will be taken to the Council for their approval. 6. COMMISSIONER REPORTS Commissioner Russell commended staff on the outcome of the Walnut Grove Bridge. She would also like staff to look into doing something in front of the fire stations to make the residents aware of the fire trucks exiting on an emergency call as in adding a "KEEP CLEAR" or a flashing sign. Commissioner Lewin would like staff to agendize the Walnut Grove and Mission Drive intersection to possibly install a protective or protective permissive left turn lane signal, mainly going east/ west on Mission Drive. Mr. Lewin would also like for staff to find out if Caltrans could adjust the timing of the signals exiting the freeway to Walnut Grove, he would also like to see if staff can get enforcement on DeAdelina and Rio Hondo to possibly get people who speed on those streets. Commissioner Lewin would also like to complement staff with the work done on Walnut Grove and on the bridge. Rosemead Traffic Commission Meeting Minutes of May 6, 2010 Page 3 of 4 7. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 9:34 p.m. The next Traffic Commission meeting is scheduled for June 3, 2010 at 7:00p.m. and will take place at the Rosemead City Hall, City Council Chambers, 8838 East Valley Boulevard. 1 Howard Masuda Chairman AT & �� A Chris Marcarello, Deputy Public Works Director Rosemead Traffic Commission Meeting Minutes of May 6, 2010 Page 4 of 4