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TC - Minutes - 05-17-12Meeting Minutes for the ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION May 17, 2012 The regular meeting of the Rosemead Traffic Commission was called to order by Chair Hall at 7:05 p.m. in the Council Chamber, 8838 E. Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California. FLAG SALUTE: Vice Chair Wong INVOCATION: Chair Hall PRESENT: Chair Hall, Vice Chair Wong, Masuda, Quintanilla, and Commissioner Russell - Chavez (7:12 p.m.). ABSENT: None STAFF PRESENT: Public Works Director Marcarello, Management Analyst Sullivan, Consultant Mr. Suetsugu and Admin. Assistant Llamas 1. PUBLIC COMMENT FROM THE AUDIENCE Brian Lewin, resident of Rosemead and Community Liaison Council for Metro, invited the Traffic Commissioners to the SR -710 study Open Houses that will be coming up in the following weeks. 2. CONSENT CALENDAR A. Approval of the April 12, 2012 Minutes After a minor correction, Commissioner Quintanilla motioned, seconded by Commissioner Masuda to approve the Consent Calendar. Votes resulted in: Yes: Quintanilla, Masuda, Wong, and Hall No: None Abstain: None Absent: Russell- Chavez 3. NEW BUSINESS A. HIGHWAY SAFETY IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FUNDING- INTERSECTION OF VALLEY BOULEVARD AND MISSION DRIVE Staff provided the Traffic Commission with a brief overview of the grant program, the proposed project location, and improvement options. Commissioner Masuda indicated his support for the recommended improvements at this intersection. Rosemead Traffic Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes of May 17, 2012 Pace i of 3 Commissioner Russell- Chavez commented that additional road improvements may help the intersection. She indicated that she is interested in seeing the possible improvements that could be made at this location. Staff provided the Traffic Commissioners with a brief overview of the layout along the intersection. Chair Hall asked staff to also consider any potential impacts on the fire department and the adjacent station. Commissioner Quintanilla asked for further clarification on the recommendations. Brian Lewin, resident of Rosemead congratulated Commissioner Masuda on his reappointment and thanked Vice Chair Wong for his service to the City. Mr. Lewin also suggested that further analysis be conducted regarding potential traffic signal relocation and lane realignment. Staff informed the Traffic Commissioners and Mr. Lewin that the lane realignment is currently part of the proposed plans. 4. OLD BUSINESS B. REQUEST TO REVIEW TRAFFIC CONDITIONS ALONG HELLMAN AVENUE AT DEL MAR AVENUE Staff provided the Traffic Commission with a brief description of the location, resident concerns, and improvement recommendations. Commissioner Quintanilla asked for further information from staff regarding resident complaints in the area. Commissioner Masuda agreed with the recommended action to not pursue modifications at this time and further evaluate the location in a couple of months. He asked that the study and evaluation be conducted again to determine if conditions have changed and if any further improvements are needed. Vice Chair Wong informed staff that additional red curbing at the location may lead to cars using the gas station parking lot as a shortcut, potentially creating an unsafe condition for pedestrians. Commissioner Quintanilla suggested that a limited parking restriction be evaluated to focus only on certain problem time periods. He added that a limited duration restriction may help ensure available parking for nearby residential properties. 5. STAFF REPORT Staff provided the Traffic Commissioners with an update on current and future projects throughout the City. Staff also included a copy of the green sheet. Rosemead Traffic commission Meeting Meeting Minutes of May 17, 2012 6. COMMISSION REPORT Vice Chair Wong asked if there were any updates regarding the reopening of the Paramount Bridge. Staff provided a brief update. Commissioner Russell- Chavez asked staff if they knew the reason why the street across from the San Gabriel Blvd Post Office has parking restrictions. Staff will evaluate the location and report back to the Commission. Commissioner Quintanilla inquired about a property on Olney St. and Rio Hondo and why there is a gap in sidewalk. Staff provided a brief update. Commissioner Masuda complimented staff and the contractor on the Sidewalk Project in for their efficient and quality work. Mr. Masuda also asked that staff suggest to the property owner of the shopping center across the street from City Hall that directional arrows be added on the pavement. This should help cars that use the drive -thru mailboxes better understand which direction to turn when exiting the property. Chair Hall asked staff if stop signs will be installed in the parking lot between Ivar and Muscatel Ave. She indicated that cars are starting to use the parking lot as a short cut from Ivar to Musacatel. 7. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 8:04 p.m. The next Traffic Commission meeting is scheduled for June 12, 2012 at 7:OOp.m., and will take place at the Rosemead City Hall, City Council Chamber, located at 8838 East Valley Boulevard. an Hall li'air ATTEST: Chris Marcarello Public Works Director Rosemead Traffic Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes of May 17, 2012