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TC - Minutes - 02-03-11Minutes of the Regular ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION MEETING February 3, 2011 The Regular meeting of the Rosemead Traffic Commission was called to order by Chairwoman Russell at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 8838 E. Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California. FLAG SALUTE: Chairwoman Russell INVOCATION: Vice Chairman Lewin PRESENT: Chairwoman Russell, Vice Chairman Lewin, Commissioner Masuda, Commissioner Hall, Commissioner Wong ABSENT: None STAFF PRESENT: Public Works Director Marcarello and Admin. Assistant Llamas 1. PUBLIC COMMENT FROM THE AUDIENCE NONE 2. CONSENT CALENDAR Both Item A and B were removed from the Consent Calendar for minor corrections. Vice Chairman Lewin motioned, seconded by Commissioner Wong to approve Item A (December 2, 2010 minutes) and to include minor corrections. Votes resulted in: Yes: Lewin, Wong, Russell, Hall, Masuda No: None Abstain: None Absent: None After reviewing minor corrections to Item B, (Access to Rosemead Park Aquatics Facility Parking Lot) Vice Chairman Lewin motioned, seconded by Commissioner Hall to approve the Item B with the adding time restriction on the westerly exit. Votes resulted in: Yes: Lewin, Hall, Masuda, Wong, Russell No: None Abstain: None Absent: None Rosemead Traffic Commission Meeting Minutes of February 3, 2011 Page 1 of 4 3. NEW BUSINESS A. INSTALLATION OF RED CURB AT LOFTUSIDUBONNET Staff gave the Traffic Commissioners a brief description on the item and included an update on what has been done so far. Sharon Esquivel would like to have red curb installed from Dubonnet to Loftus Drive. Ms. Esquivel suggested to remove some of the red curb on Dubonnet Ave. and to add red curb on Loftus Drive. Salvador Portugal has the same concern as Ms. Esquivel. Mr. Portugal believes that the existing curb is not the area with the biggest concerns and has only taking parking spaces away from the residents. Chairwoman Russell informed the Commissioners that this item has to get looked at closely because they are dealing with several issues along that area. Staff informed the Commissioners that an Engineering study would need to be conducted to see what type of safety devices are warranted for that area. Maung Myo doesn't like the idea that the Commission may take away the red curb that has currently been installed and agrees with adding additional red curb. Mr. Myo also suggested having speed bumps installed. Staff informed Mr. Myo the reason the item was brought back and also informed him that the recommendations are for the Commission to uphold what has already been installed and not add additional red curb, but after hearing the residents input the Commission might decide to do something different. Michael Garcia has concerns for the safety of the kids when they walk to and from school. He believes if a red curb gets added in front of 8747 Loftus it would be more visible for drivers to see when kids walking and making it easier to see oncoming traffic. Mr. Garcia would also like to see if staff can look into having sidewalks and speed bumps installed along their street. Rafael Mendoza also has concerns for the safety of the kids along their street. Mr. Mendoza also suggested in putting red curb in front of 8747 Loftus Drive. Jean -Marc Viallet concurs with Mr. Garcia and Mendoza that the kid's safety is a priority. He also agrees with having speed bumps and sidewalks installed along that street. Mr. Viallet also mentioned that cars are always speeding down their street and doesn't think that the raised pavement markers are working. Commissioner Wong thanked everyone for coming out to raise their concerns. He also concurred with Chairwoman Russell. Mr. Wong would also like for staff to get any information on prior accident reports or citations for the pass six months. Clair Garcia expressed her opinion on the safety improvements done so far along the area and doesn't think that the current red curb has mad a difference. Mrs. Garcia also Rosemead Traffic Commission Meeting Minutes of February 3, 2011 Page 2 of 4 mentioned that the raised pavement markers aren't helping the issue, unfortunately it just made the street narrower. Commissioner Wong also suggested in installing a slow down sign. Commissioner Masuda clarified on why the center dividers were installed at the location. He also informed the Commission that he visited the sight before coming to the meeting and as a result of having cars parked on both side of the street he was forced to go over the dividers. Mr. Masuda also recommended in making this item a part of the Tool Box, that way the residents can suggest their ideas. Jean -Marc Viallet commented on Commissioner Wong's request of have staff retrieve information on prior accidents and citations because thankfully there hasn't been any yet. Mr. Viallet also gave the Commission his suggestions on what safety improvement he would like done. He also wanted to know who first initiated the request for the red curb. Maung Myo would like to request for some of the existing red curb to be removed and to add red curb in front of 8747 Loftus. He would also like to request to possibly having a street light installed. Rafael Mendoza agrees with Mr. Myo on having a light installed because it's very dark at night. Chairwomen Russell has request for the residents to make this part of the Tool Box. Staff gave the residents a brief description of what the Tool Box contains. Chairwoman Russell and staff will meet with the residents to start coordinating the Tool Box. Vice Chairman Lewin would like staff see if they can find standards for the installation of convex mirrors. Commissioner Masuda would like staff to see if they can get an officer to go write citations at that location. Commissioner Hall informed the Commissioners if they are painting the curb red in front of the fire hydrant it should give the cars more clearance for them to pass. Chairwoman Russell asked staff to bring back this item for review with a diagram to include on what's being proposed. Maung Myo would like to suggest in adding red curb in front of 8747 Loftus and to possible still leave parking available in front of the residence. He also asked if staff can inform them of when the curb will be painted. Vice Chairman Lewin made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Hall to direct staff to bring back suggestions for signage, speed limits, lights, sidewalks, convex mirrors and the Tool Box. Votes resulted in: Yes: Lewin, Hall, Masuda, Russell, Wong Rosemead Traffic Commission Meeting Minutes of February 3, 2011 Page 3 of 4 No: None Abstain: None Absent: None 4. STAFF REPORTS Staff gave the Commission a briefing on upcoming events and projects in the City. 5. COMMISSOM REPORTS Vice Chairman Lewin would like to agendize Grand and Walnut Grove Ave. having to deal with safety concerns for drivers and pedestrians. Commissioner Masuda asked staff if the new speed signs that were currently installed are suppose to be on because they aren't currently working. Chairwoman Russell informed staff that on Rush St. near Wal -Mart the traffic has increased a lot and if staff can look into having a traffic study done on Potrero Grande and Rush St. to possibly install a left turn signal to relieve some of the traffic on Rush St. 6. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 9:10 p.m. The next Traffic Commission meeting is scheduled for March 3, 2011 at 7:O0p.m. and will take place at the Rosemead City Hall, City Council Chambers, 8838 East Valley Boulevard. Joanh&Rirssell Chairwoman ATTEST: Chris Marcarello Public Works Director Rosemead Traffic Commission Meeting Minutes of February 3, 2011 Page 4 of 4