TC - Item 2D - Installation of Red Curb - Hellman Avenue and Isabel AvenueROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION
STAFF REPORT
TO: TRAFFIC COMMISSION
FROM: CHRIS MARCARELLO, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
DATE: OCTOBER 3, 2013
SUBJECT: INSTALLATION OF RED CURB — HELLMAN AVENUE AND ISABEL
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SUMMARY
The Traffic Commission has received requests from residents to investigate traffic
conditions at the corner of Hellman Avenue and Isabel Avenue. The residents describe a
lack of visibility when turning from northbound Isabel Avenue onto Hellman Avenue in
either direction and requested that parking restrictions (red curbing) be installed to increase
visibility and improve safety for motorists in the area.
Staff Recommendation
It is recommended that the Traffic Commission recommend to the City Council that red
curbing be installed along curbs on the south side of Hellman Avenue, extending
approximately 25 feet to the west of the intersection at Isabel Avenue.
ANALYSIS
Hellman Avenue is an east -west collector street that is approximately 40 feet wide and
allows for two way traffic and parking on both sides of the street. The posted speed limit is
30 MPH. Traffic volume in this location is moderate to heavy at times due, in part, to its
proximity to Interstate 10.
Multiple residents in the area have expressed concerns about traffic safety at the corner of
Hellman Avenue and Isabel Avenue, citing visibility issues when trying to turn from
northbound Isabel Avenue onto Hellman Avenue. Being that parking is allowed on both
sides of the street, and is heavy at times; vehicles parked near to the intersection affect the
visibility of motorists trying to turn from Isabel Avenue on to Hellman Avenue. By installing
red curbing and pushing parked vehicles away from the intersection, the visibility of
motorists will be improved enabling safer turns onto Hellman Avenue.
Staff has investigated the concerns in the area and has determined that installing parking
restrictions along the south side of Hellman will allow for greater motorist visibility. It is
recommended that 25 feet of red curbing be installed on the south side of Hellman from the
intersection to the west. The installation of these parking restrictions will result in a net loss
of one parking space in the vicinity. It should be noted that there is a large volume of street
parking available in the area, especially along Hellman Avenue, Isabel Avenue, and any of
the surrounding streets.
Traffic Commission Meeting
October 3, 2013
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Notifications of the proposed improvements were circulated to effected residents and
businesses within a 300 foot radius of the intersection.
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Management Analyst
Attachments
1. Location Map and Proposed Red Curb
2. Requests from Residents for Red Curt
3. Resident Notification Flyer
Proposed Red Curb Parking Restrictions
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Request: 24290 Entered on: 09/23/2013 10:15 AM By: Marty Jones
Topic: Streets & Sidewalks - Other Request Problem
Status: Open Priority: Normal
Assigned to: Sean Sullivan Entered Via: Phone
Problem Location: Hellman Avenue & Isabel Avenue
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Citizen called with concern about Eastbound traffic on Hellman. The parked cars make it difficult to see cars
coming when she is trying to make a left turn from Isabel onto Hellman. She suggested maybe painting the
curb red to eliminate some of the cars blocking her view.
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Date Date Expect Closed: 10/03/2013
Time of Day:
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I of 2 09/24/2013 10:08 AM
Print Request
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Request: 24339 Entered on: 09/24/2013 09:24 AM
Customer Information
Name: Phone:
Address: Alt. Phone:
Email:
Topic: Streets & Sidewalks - Other Request type: Problem
Status: Open Priority: Normal
Assigned to: Sean Sullivan Entered Via: Web
Problem Location: Corner of Hellman and Isabel
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Time of Day:9:00am
To whom it may concern.
How many accidents is it gonna take for the city to take action. If the city would just paint about 25 yards in
from the south west corner of Isabel and Hellman red. (So cars can not park there) It would help avoid
accidents on that corner. I have lived on Isabel for more than 30 years and that corner has always been a
problem but with a simple fix. Today there was another accident. That is 4 in just the last 6 months. I know
people don't get police reports all the time so what you have on file might be different. If you just had
someone come out and see. That when cars park on that south west corner of the street. It is nearly
impossible to see a fast moving car going east on Hellman down the hill. If the city could please address
this problem before someone gets killed. A simple red paint on the curb would make a world of difference.
For when you are trying to make a left from Isabel onto Hellman to go west on Hellman. Thank you for your
understanding.
Reason-Closed
Date Expect Closed: 10/04/2013
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City of Rosemead
TRAFFIC CONCERN NOTIFICATION
The City of Rosemead Traffic Commission will be reviewing a request to install red curbing along the
southern curb of Hellman Avenue to the West of the intersection with Isabel Avenue. As proposed, 25
feet of red curbing would be installed at this location. This request has been made due to residents'
concerns that parked vehicles at this location limit visibility for vehicles turning from northbound Isabel
Avenue onto Hellman Avenue.
You are being notified because your property is in close proximity to this location. We encourage your
comments regarding traffic safety in this area. If you wish to comment on the issue, you are invited to
attend the Traffic Commission's next meeting on Thursday, October 3, 2013 at 7 PM at the Rosemead
City Hall City Council Chambers.
If you are unable to attend the meeting, you may send a letter with your comments directly to City Hall,
attention Chris Marcarello, Director of Public Works. You may also fax your letter to City Hall at (626)
307 -9218.
We appreciate your concern for traffic safety in the City of Rosemead. Should you have any questions
regarding this letter, please contact its at (626) 569 -2118.
For information please call:
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