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TC - Agenda 12-02-10 Joanne Russell, Chairwoman Brian Lewin, Vice Chairman Jean Hall, Commissioner Howard Masuda, Commissioner Joseph Wong, Commissioner Rosemead Traffic Commission AGENDA December 2, 2010 7:00 PM City Hall Council Chambers 8838 E. Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California 91770 www.cityofrosemead.org Public Comment from the Audience: • If you wish to address the Rosemead Traffic Commission, please complete a Speaker Request Card and hand it to the Secretary before the start of the meeting. • The Rosemead Traffic Commission will hear public comments on matters not listed on the agenda during the Public Comments from the Audience period. • Opportunity to address the Traffic Commission (on non-agenda items) is limited to 3 minutes per speaker. • The Traffic Commission will hear public comments on items listed on the agenda during discussion of the matter and prior to a vote. Brown Act: Pursuant to provisions of the Brown Act, no action may be taken on a matter unless it is listed on the agenda, or unless certain emergency or special circumstances exist. The Traffic Commission may direct staff to investigate and/or schedule certain matters for consideration at a future Traffic Commission meeting. Americans with Disabilities Act: In compliance with the ADA, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s office at least 48 hours prior to the meeting to allow the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to the meeting or service. Persons attending the meeting shall observe rules of propriety, decorum, good conduct, and refrain from impertinent or slanderous remarks. Violation of this rule shall result in such persons being barred from further audience before the governing body. This agenda was posted 72 hours in advance of the meeting at the City Hall, 8838 E. Valley Boulevard, Rosemead; the L.A. County Library, Rosemead Branch, 8800 E. Valley Boulevard, Rosemead; and other locations pursuant to RMC Sec. 1.08.020. Any writings or documents provided to a majority of the Rosemead Traffic Commission regarding any item on this agenda will be made available for public inspection in the City Clerk’s office during normal business hours. ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION December 2, 2010 • CALL TO ORDER – 7:00 PM • PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Commissioner Wong • INVOCATION – Chairwoman Russell • ROLL CALL – Chairwoman Russell, Vice Chairman Lewin, Commissioners Hall, Masuda and Wong 1. PUBLIC COMMENT FROM THE AUDIENCE Please refer to public comment guidelines on the first page of this document. 2. CONSENT CALENDAR A. October 7, 2010 Minutes B. November 4, 2010 Minutes 3. NEW BUSINESS A. HIGHWAY SAFETY IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM – FISCAL YEAR 2010/11 SUMMARY The purpose of the Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) is to reduce traffic fatalities and serious injuries on public roads through the implementation of infrastructure related highway safety improvements. Staff has identified potential improvements in several areas of the City to help improve traffic safety, including traffic signal upgrades, pedestrian crosswalk improvements, traffic enforcement, and lighting/signage improvements. Staff is working on a grant application for areas along Rosemead Boulevard, Garvey Avenue, and Walnut Grove Avenue and is requesting input and support from the Traffic Commission. Staff Recommendation Staff recommends that the Traffic Commission: 1. Provide input on proposed traffic safety measures to be included in the HSIP grant application; and 2. Authorize the Traffic Commission Chair to sign a letter of support for the grant application on behalf of the entire Commission. B. CITY WAYFINDING SIGNAGE PROGRAM SUMMARY As part of the City’s Strategic Plan, the City Council and community included several projects to better enhance the City’s appeal as “Today’s Small Town America.” This includes representing the City in a unified Rosemead “brand”, by continuing with the existing community color theme of maroon, silver, and white that is now displayed at Rosemead schools, City facilities, and in existing monument signs. There are also several projects that will help to maintain the City’s unique identity through beautification efforts, a street signage replacement program, and and economic development activities. ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION December 2, 2010 Seeing as though the City is home to a number of large retail centers, regional and national corporate headquarters, public amenities, and schools/universities, the development of a master wayfinding signage program will help contribute to the overall experience for residents and visitors navigating through the City. A wayfinding signage program will help guide residents and visitors to destinations, in addition to contributing to he City’s overall economic development Staff Recommendation It is recommended that the Traffic Commission: 1. Approve the proposed wayfinding sign design; and 2. Review a presentation on potential sign locations and destinations and provide staff with feedback. C. REQUEST TO REVIEW TRAFFIC CONDITIONS ALONG MARSHALL STREET WEST OF WALNUT GROVE AVENUE SUMMARY Staff received a request that the Traffic Commission look into traffic conditions along Marshall Street, just west of Walnut Grove Avenue. Marshall Street is a 40 foot wide roadway between the western City limit and Walnut Grove Avenue. On-street parking is generally open on both sides of the street with the exception of street sweeping parking restrictions and some designated no parking areas. There is one travel lane for westbound and eastbound traffic. The speed limit is 35 mph along Marshall from Walnut Grove to the west City limit. Traffic concerns include vehicle speeding and heavy traffic from San Gabriel Blvd. to Walnut Grove Ave. Prior to fully analyzing this location, staff would like further input from the Traffic Commission as to possible traffic concerns and calming measures that could improve conditions in the area. 4. STAFF REPORTS 5. COMMISSIONER REPORTS 6. ADJOURNMENT The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 6, 2011 at the Rosemead City Hall, City Council Chambers, 8838 East Valley Boulevard.