TC - Minutes 12-02-10Minutes of the Regular
ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION MEETING
December 2, 2010
The Regular meeting of the Rosemead Traffic Commission was called to order by Chair
Russell at 7:04 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 8838 E. Valley Boulevard, Rosemead,
California.
FLAG SALUTE: Commissioner Wong
INVOCATION: Chairwoman Russell
PRESENT: Chairwoman Russell, Vice Chairman Lewin, Commissioner Masuda,
Commissioner Hall, Commissioner Wong
ABSENT:None
STAFF PRESENT: Public Works Director Marcarelio and Admin. Assistant Llamas
1. PUBLIC COMMENT FROM THE AUDIENCE
Rudolph Boecherer, 3811 Ivar, expressed concerns related to vehicles speeding along Ivar
Ave. He also informed the Traffic Commission that he is not satisfied with the
improvements made so far.
Staff informed Mr. Boecherer that his traffic concerns would be a good candidate for the
City's Neighborhood Traffic Management Program and asked him to submit a request to get
more participation from the residents on Ivar. The Traffic Commission and staff also
informed Mr. Boecherer that they are willing to help him out with the petition process.
David Hogin, Ivar Avenue resident, also expressed concerns related to traffic and speeding
along Ivar Ave.
The Commission informed Mr.Hogin that there is a Tool Box that provides several options
and that staff has worked with Mr. Boecherer to make interim improvements to the area
(street stripingimarking, signage, radar trailer).
Sharon Esquivel expressed concerns with kids being dropped off in unsafe areas around
Janson School. She also has concerns with parents and kids not using the crosswalks.
Staff recommended scheduling an appointment with the school principal to discuss safety
issues and concerns around the school.
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2. CONSENT CALENDAR
Vice Chairman Lewin motioned, seconded by Commissioner Hall to approve Item A
(October 7, 2010 minutes) and to remove Item B, (November 4, 2010 minutes for minor
corrections. Votes resulted in:
Yes: Lewin, Hall, Russell, Wong, Masuda
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
After reviewing minor corrections to Item B, (November 4, 2010 minutes) Vice Chairman
Lewin motioned, seconded by Commissioner Wong to approve the November 4, 2010
minutes. Votes resulted in:
Yes: Lewin, Wong, Masuda, Hall, Russell
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
3. NEW BUSINESS
A. HIGHWAY SAFETY IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM- FISCAL YEAR 2010111
Staff provided an overview on the Highway Safety Improvement Program and the City's
pending grant application. Staff introduced representatives from Transtech Engineering
who has been assisting City staff on the grant application. Transtech staff provided
additional details on the City's application and proposed improvements, including:
Rosemead Blvd pedestrian safety improvements, signal timing improvements on Walnut
Grove /Garvey, and crosswalk improvements on Rosemead Blvd adjacent to the high
school. Staff requested that the Commission authorize the Chair to sign a letter of support
for the grant application.
Commissioner Wong asked if there is a possibility to expand parking restrictions on
Rosemead Blvd., between Lower Azusa and Mission Drive.
Transtech staff informed the Commission that funding would be used for infrastructure
improvements to improve safety and not for traffic congestion. They recommended that the
City look at additional parking restrictions along Rosemead Blvd to improve congestion
during peak travel hours.
Vice Chairman Lewin expressed support for the proposed improvements and indicated that
the City should coordinate with representatives from Temple City for any construction work
along Rosemead Blvd underpass.
Staff informed the Commission that if the grant is successful there would be some type of
coordination between both cities.
Vice Chairman Lewin discussed additional striping /reflective dots /signage improvements to
make vehicles more aware of bike lanes /pedestrians and also expressed concerns about
dotting and stripping on Walnut Grove between Ramona, Hellman, and Garvey.
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Staff informed the Commission that these points will be reflected in the grant application.
Commissioner Hall made a motion, seconded by Vice Chairman Lewin to authorize the
Traffic Commission Chair to sign the letter of support for the Highway Safety Improvement
Program grant on behalf of the entire Traffic Commission. Votes resulted in:
Yes: Hall, Lewin, Masuda, Russell, Wong
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
Nancy Eng would like to thank staff and the consultants for the proposed project for the
safety of the residents. Ms. Eng also suggests to possible ask the businesses if they have
any concerns.
B. CITY WAYFINDING SIGNAGE PROGRAM
Staff introduced Aileen Flores who works as the City's Public Information Officer and has
been working on the City's Wayfinding Signage program. Staff also provided the Traffic
Commission with an overview of the program, draft sign designs, and criteria for including
businesses in the wayfinding program. Staff further requested that the Commission provide
input on the sign design and list of destinations to include in the program.
After reviewing the list, the Commission asked that staff add the fire department, library,
Dinsmoor House, Chamber of Commerce office and the Savannah Cemetery as part of the
list of destinations.
Vice Chairman Lewin suggested that staff also look into developing additional appearance
criteria for businesses listed on wayfinding signs. He felt that if the City is helping to
promote a particular business, there should be an effort to ensure that the business is kept
in a good state of repair — visible signage, parking lot in good appearance, etc. He also
suggested that the businesses contribute to the cost of the signs.
Staff clarified that the following changes will be included in the Commission's
recommendation—
New destinations (Library, Savannah Cemetery, Dinsmoor House, Chamber of
Commerce)
Businesses must be kept in a good state of repair
If possible, businesses shall help contribute to the cost of the signs.
Vice Chairman Lewin made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Wong to approve the
motion as amended to approve the City Wayfinding Signage Program.
Yes: Lewin, Wong, Hall, Masuda, Russell
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
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C. REQUEST TO REVIEW TRAFFIC CONDITIONS ALONG MARSHALL STREET WEST
OF WALNUT GROVE AVENUE
Staff provided the Commission with a briefing on the issues along Marshall Street.
The Commissioners don't think that there is a significant traffic issue along that street.
Vice Chairman Lewin gave the Commissioners a briefing on why he asked to add this item
on to the agenda.
After discussion, the Commission asked that staff monitor traffic conditions and provide an
update on a later date when the freeway construction is completed.
4. STAFF REPORTS
Staff gave the Traffic Commissioners an update on upcoming events and projects
throughout the City.
5. COMMISSIONER REPORTS
Commissioner Wong is very interested in what the staff has done so far with the Highway
Safety Improvement Program grant and he also commented on the recently completed tree
planting on Lower Azusa Road.
Vice Chairman Lewin also likes what the staff has done so far with the Highway Safety
Improvement Program grant and asked about the status of the Traffic Calming Tool Box.
Commissioner Masuda asked staff to review traffic signs near Marshall Street to Rosemead
Blvd. Mr. Masuda would also like to explore the purchase of a speed gun to assist with
monitoring speeds.
Chairwoman Russell asked for the status of the sign replacement program. She also asked
staff if they knew who was in charge of the slurry seal project adjacent to San Gabriel Blvd.;
the traffic delineators appear to have been removed as a result of this project.
6. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 8:40 p.m. The next Traffic Commission meeting is scheduled for
February 3, 2011 at 7 :00p.m. and will take place at the Rosemead City Hall, City Council
Chambers, 8838 East Valley Boulevard.
Joann s II
Chairwo n
ATTEST: !1
Chris Marcarello
Public Works Director
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