TC - Item 2B - Keep Clear Markings on Walnut Grove/Village LaneROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION
STAFF REPORT
TO: TRAFFIC COMMISSION
FROM: CHRIS MARCARELLO, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTO
DATE: FEBRUARY 2, 2012
SUBJECT: KEEP CLEAR MARKINGS —WALNUT GROVE AVENUE/VILLAGE LANE
SUMMARY
A request was received for the Traffic Commission to review traffic conditions and access
at the intersection of Walnut Grove Avenue and Village Lane. Residents in this area are
concerned that the high volume of vehicles on Walnut Grove Avenue creates problems for
residents trying to access the condominium complex off of Village Lane.
Staff Recommendation
It is recommended that the Traffic Commission recommend to the City Council that "Keep
Clear" pavement markings with limit lines in the southbound travel lanes be installed at the
intersection of Walnut Grove Avenue and Village Lane.
ANALYSIS
Walnut Grove Avenue is approximately 80 feet wide with two traffic lanes for both north and
southbound traffic. Opposing lanes of traffic are separated by a two -way left turn lane. The
posted speed limit on Walnut Grove Avenue is 40 mph. In the vicinity of the proposed
"Keep Clear zone, parking is permitted on both sides of Walnut Grove Avenue.
The intersection at Walnut Grove Avenue and San Gabriel Boulevard causes significant
back up down Walnut Grove during peak travel times. Field observations were made at
this location in early morning and early afternoon hours during a regular weekday. Traffic
congestion was moderate to heavy at both times. It was observed that during peak travel
times, vehicle delay /congestion on Walnut Grove Avenue can cause delays for vehicles
entering /exiting Village Lane. This vehicle queue often blocks access to Village Lane.
In order to improve vehicle access and improve safety for left turning vehicles, it is
recommended that "Keep Clear pavement markings be added in northbound travel lanes
with limit lines at the intersection of Walnut Grove Avenue and Village Lane. These
markings will help provide a gap to allow left turning vehicles to enter this location.
Photographs of the existing conditions are included in your packet for further review.
Submitted by
50, W(«%,
Sean Sullivan
Management Analyst
Attachment 1: Site Conditions and Proposed Keep Clear Markings
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