TC - Minutes - 09-22-11Special Meeting Minutes for the
ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION
September 22, 2011
The regular meeting of the Rosemead Traffic Commission was called to order by
Chairwoman Russell at 7:01 p.m, in the Council Chambers, 8838 E. Valley Boulevard,
Rosemead, California.
FLAG SALUTE: Commissioner Quintanilla
INVOCATION: Commissioner Masuda
PRESENT: Chair Hall, Vice Chair Wong, Commissioners Quintanilla, Masuda, and
Russell- Chavez.
ABSENT: None
STAFF PRESENT: Public Works Director Marcarello, City Consultant Hal Suetsugu, and
Admin. Assistant Sullivan
1. PUBLIC COMMENT FROM THE AUDIENCE
NONE
2. CONSENT CALENDAR
Commissioner Quintanilla motioned, seconded by Commissioner Masuda to approve Item A
(August 4, 2011 Minutes) from the Consent Calendar. Votes resulted in:
Yes: Quintanilla, Masuda, Russell- Chavez, Wong, Hall
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
After some clarification on staff's recommendations, Commissioner Masuda motioned,
seconded by Commissioner Quintanilla to approve Item B (Request to install Parallel
Parking Markers along Delta Avenue, from Mission Drive to Grand Avenue). Votes resulted
in:
Yes: Masuda, Quintanilla, Russell- Chavez, Wong, Hall
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
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3. OLD BUSINESS
A. TRAFFIC CALMING IMPROVEMENTS ALONG IVAR AVENUE
Staff provided the Traffic Commission with a brief update on steps that have been taken in
the area to reduce speeding along both sections of Ivar Avenue. Staff also provided the
Commission with a list of recommendations that can be used to take additional action,
including street striping, signage, and traffic calming measures.
Commissioners Wong and Masuda asked staff for some clarification on some of the
recommended improvement items that were being recommended.
Chester Jung, resident on Ivar Ave. asked the Traffic Commissioners if they can look into
installing a "No U Turn" sign on the corner of Ivar Ave. and Valley Blvd. to prevent vehicles
from making a U -turn on Ivar Ave. Mr. Jung also asked the Commissioners if they can
reinstall a "No Left Turn, Punishable by Fine" sign at the exit of the Bank of America onto
Valley Blvd. Mr. Jung also recommended that the Traffic Commission possibly install a
boulevard stop on Ivar Ave. at Guess St. and to evaluate the need for speed bumps in
between Marshall St./ Ralph St., Ralph St./ Guess St., and Guess St./ Nevada. He also
recommend in establishing a parking pass systems for the residents living on Ivar Ave.
Rey Bejerano, resident of north Ivar Ave., requested that the Commission evaluate the need
for speed bumps along Ivar Ave., between Mission Dr. and Grand Ave.
Eliseo Acevedo, concurred with Mr. Jung's comments. Mr. Acevedo also indicated to the
Traffic Commission that he doesn't think the speed signs are helping.
Vice Chair Wong suggested that the installation of speed feedback signs be tabled until
further studies are done. Mr. Wong also would like staff to do more studies on Ivar Ave.
before installing more speed feedback signs south Ivar Ave.
Commissioner Masuda concurred with Vice Chair Wong.
Chair Hall recommended sidewalks be added on some sections of Ivar Ave., before
stripping and painting the streets.
Commissioner Masuda indicated that speed bumps may be better alternatives for that area.
Staff informed the Traffic Commission that a petition will need to be completed prior to the
installation of speed bumps in accordance with the Traffic Management Plan.
Commissioner Russell- Chavez suggested if speed bumps were to get placed along Ivar
Ave. they can put the Traffic Calming signs adjacent to them and the rest of the signs can
be eliminated. Ms. Russell also suggested using temporary speed bumps to see how they
function. She also agreed with waiting on the installation of speed feedback signs.
Commissioner Quintanilla discussed the speed enforcement and asked about traffic
datalspeeds collected from the existing speed feedback signs. He asked that these reports
and citation records be compiled and provided to the Commission.
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Commissioner Masuda motioned, seconded by Commissioner Russell- Chavez to approve
staff's recommendation and include adding the Traffic Calming sign adjacent to any traffic
calming devices that are installed. Along with the approval they agreed to remove the
installation of speed feedback signs at both locations. Votes resulted in:
Yes: Masuda, Wong, Russell- Chavez, Hall, Quintanilla.
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
B. PROPOSED TRAFFIC SIGNAL IMPROVEMENTS AT WALNUT GROVE
AVENUEISAN GABRIEL BOULEVARD /STATE ROUTE 60 INTERSECTIONS
Staff provided the Traffic Commission with a brief update on the item and also provided
recommendations that can be used to improve safety.
Commissioner Russell- Chavez discussed the intersection and how drivers can become
easily confused in the area. She described some instances when vehicles block access
when exiting the SR -60 freeway and create additional traffic congestion. She suggested
adding signage with the verbiage "Do Not Block, $250 Fine" to reduce vehicle blockage.
She further discussed the need to evaluate the left -turn from San Gabriel Blvd. to Walnut
Grove Avenue and possibly add a protected left -turn at the location.
Commissioner Masuda inquired into the installation of a red arrow and discussed how
drivers will respond to it.
Chair Hall discussed congestion at the location and suggested that cat - tracking /street
striping and additional "Do Not Block" signs be installed.
Commissioner Masuda asked that additional directional signs be evaluated to help drivers
navigate the intersection better.
Commissioner Quintanilla motioned, seconded by Commissioner Masuda to approve staff's
recommendation and further evaluate the need for a protected left -turn at San Gabriel
Blvd/Walnut Grove Ave. Votes resulted in:
Yes: Masuda, Wong, Russell- Chavez, Hall, Quintanilla.
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
4. STAFF REPORTS
Staff provided the Traffic Commission with an update on upcoming events and projects
throughout the City.
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5. COMMISSION REPORT
Commissioner Masuda discussed the newly installed concrete crosswalks along Walnut
Grove and Rush Street.
Commissioner Wong informed staff that one of the street sign covers along Walnut Grove
Ave and Valley Blvd is falling and needs to be removed.
Commissioner Russell- Chavez inquired about the status of the installation of new street
signs.
Chair Hall informed staff that the library sign along Rosemead Blvd has not been removed
or relocated.
6. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m. The next Traffic Commission meeting is scheduled for
November 3, 2011 at 7:00p.m. and will take place at the Rosemead City Hall, City Council
Chambers, 8838 East Valley Boulevard.
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Chair
ATTEST:
Chris Marcarello
Public Works Director
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