CC - Item 3F - Request to Install Parking Restrictions - Mission Drive/Tomik CircleROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL
STAFF REPORT
TO THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
FROM JEFF ALLRED, CITY MANAGER
DATE: JUNE 24, 2014
SUBJECT: REQUEST TO INSTALL PARKING RESTRICTIONS —MISSION
DRIVEITOMIK CIRCLE
SUMMARY
The Traffic Commission reviewed a request from a resident to review traffic conditions
and access at the intersection of Mission Drive and Tomik Circle. Residents in this area
describe a lack of visibility when exiting Tomik Circle to turn onto Mission Drive. They
maintain that the visibility issues create hazardous conditions when combined with
heavy traffic volumes and vehicle speeds on Mission Drive. Based on a review of the
existing conditions, it was determined that the addition of red curbing would help to
improve visibility at this location. The Traffic Commission approved the
recommendation to install approximately 15 feet of red curbing on both the east and
west side of the intersection at Mission Drive and Tomik Circle.
Staff Recommendation
It is recommended that the City Council approve the Traffic Commission's
recommendation to install approximately 15 feet of red curbing on both sides of the
intersection at Mission Drive and Tomik Circle.
DISCUSSION
Tomik Circle is a north -south residential cul -de -sac that is approximately 40 feet wide
and allows for two way traffic. The prima facie speed limit is 25 miles per hour (MPH).
Traffic volume is light with primarily residential traffic. Mission Drive is an east -west
arterial street that is approximately 60 feet wide with two traffic lanes for both east and
westbound traffic. The speed limit on Mission Drive is 35 MPH.
Requests were received to investigate the traffic conditions and accessibility at the
intersection of Tomik Circle and Mission Drive. Parking is allowed on Mission Drive, and
is heavy at times due to the mix of uses along the street, including both residential
neighborhoods and commercial establishments. Vehicles will often park very close to
the driveway at the intersection of Tomik Circle and Mission Drive, impeding the view of
motorists that use the driveway. Since Mission Drive is an arterial roadway, this sight
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impediment is problematic as drivers will edge out from Tomik Circle onto Mission Drive.
By installing red curbing and pushing parked vehicles away from the driveway, the
visibility of motorists will be improved enabling safer turns onto Mission Drive from this
driveway.
Staff investigated the concerns in the area and determined that installing parking
restrictions along the both sides of the driveway leading from Tomik Circle at Mission
Drive will allow for greater motorist visibility. It is recommended that up to 15 feet of red
curbing be installed on either side of the main driveway at Tomik Circle /Mission Drive. It
is estimated that 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.
Notifications of the proposed improvements were circulated to effected residents and
businesses within a 300 foot radius of the intersection.
Submitted b
Chris Marcarello
Director of Public Works
Attachments
1- Location Map and Proposed Red Curb
2- Resident Notifration
3- Draft Minutes of Traffic Commission Meeting June 5, 2014
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City of Rosemead
TRAFFIC CONCERN NOTIFICATION
The City of Rosemead Traffic Commission will be reviewing a request for the installation of
approximately 15 feet of red curbing on either side of the main driveway at the intersection of
Tomik Circle and Mission Drive. This request has been made by residents concerned with lack of
visibility when exiting or entering the property to and from Tomik Circle and that the lack of
visibility creates hazardous conditions.
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, Jane 5, 2014 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 us at (626) 569 -2118.
For information please call:
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PROPOSED RED CURB — TOMIK CIRCLE AND MISSION DRIVE
Proposed Parking Restrictions
Mission Drive and Tomik Circle
Location Map
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Meeting Minutes for the
ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION
June 5, 2014
The regular meeting of the Rosemead Traffic Commission was called to order by Chair Russell -
Chavez at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber, 8838 E. Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California.
FLAG SALUTE: Vice Chair Masuda
INVOCATION: Commissioner Quintanilla
PRESENT: Chair Russell- Chavez, Vice Chair Masuda, Commissioner Quintanilla and Omelas
ABSENT: None
STAFF PRESENT: Public Works Director Marcarello, Management Analyst Sullivan,
Administrative Assistant Llamas
1. PUBLIC COMMENT FROM THE AUDIENCE
NONE
2. CONSENT CALENDAR
Commissioner Quintanilla motioned, seconded by Vice Chair Masuda to approve Item A (April 3,
2014 Minutes) on the Consent Calendar as presented. Votes resulted in:
Yes: Quintanilla, Masuda, Russell- Chavez, Omelas
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
3. NEW BUSINESS
A. REQUEST TO INSTALL PARKING RESTRICTIONS — MISSION DRIVEITOMIK
CIRCLE
Staff provided the Traffic Commission with a brief description about the location, along with
suggestions that may be used in order to improve traffic safety.
Curtis Lee, 4421 Tomik, discussed his concerns regarding this location and provided a copy of a
petition signed by each resident in support of the recommendation to add red curbing at this
intersection. Mr. Lee also provided copies of photographs illustrating the safety concern at the
location.
Mr. Velasquez, resident on Tomik Circle, also discussed his concerns regarding the location and
further discussed problems with delivery trucks at a nearby store at the comer of Ivar /Mission.
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Chair Russell- Chavez thanked Mr. Lee and Mr. Velasquez for their comments and for attending the
meeting. She further inquired regarding specific vehicles that park in the area.
Commissioner Omelas commented on the conditions that he observed and concurred with the
need to install red curbing.
Vice Chair Masuda also commented that he observed vehicles directly adjacent to this intersection
and agreed with the recommendation.
Vice Chair Masuda motioned, seconded by Vice Chair Quintanilla the item as presented. Votes
resulted in:
Yes: Quintanilla, Masuda, Russell- Chavez, Omelas
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
B. REQUEST TO REVIEW TRAFFIC CONDITIONS AT THE INTERSECTION OF
JACKSON AVENUE AND GARVALIA AVENUE
Staff provided the Traffic Commission with a brief description about the location, along with
suggestions that may be used in order to improve traffic safety in this neighborhood.
Tam Dinh, 7621 Garvalia, discussed her concerns regarding this location and described concerns
with street racing on Jackson Avenue. She further indicated that the installation of red curbing
adjacent to the corners at this intersection would help to improve visibility when turning from
Garvalia onto Jackson.
Chair Russell- Chavez inquired regarding the possibility of adding a striped median along Jackson
in order to help reduce vehicle speeding.
Staff discussed the street width and some of the limitations with making changes to the striping
along this street.
Vice-Chair Masuda asked if it would be possible to paint crosswalks for pedestrians traveling
north /south on Jackson Avenue. This may help to provide additional protection for pedestrians.
Commissioner Omelas discussed the landscaping on private properties at this location. He asked
about height limitations for vegetation in front yard areas and asked if the residents could be asked
to trim plant materials in order to improve visibility.
Commissioner Quintanilla suggested that pedestrian warning signs should be added in this area to
warn motorists of pedestrian travel along Jackson Avenue.
Vice Chair Masuda motioned, seconded by Vice Chair Quintanilla the item with a recommendation
to add red curbing adjacent to the comers at this intersection. Votes resulted in:
Yes: Quintanilla, Masuda, Russell- Chavez, Omelas
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
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4. STAFF REPORT
Staff updated the Traffic Commissioners on current projects and events throughout the City
5. COMMISSIONER REPORTS
Vice Chair Masuda asked about an item reviewed during staff reports and whether additional
inquiries had been received regarding this issue.
Commissioner Omelas expressed his gratitude to the Public Works Department for the quality of
roads in our community.
Chair Russell- Chavez asked staff to look into the left -tum signal at San Gabriel Blvd /Portrero
Grande and Rush. She further inquired regarding staffs discussions with Monterey Park Water
Department regarding truck traffic and access from the Southern California Edison transmission
corridor and Charlotte Ave. Lastly, she reported that a tree was obstructing visibility of a slop sign
in the vicinity of Rio Hondo and Marshall.
6. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 7:49 p.m. The next Traffic Commission meeting is scheduled for July 3,
2014 at 7:00p.m., and in the City Council Chamber at City Hall, located at 8838 East Valley
Boulevard.
Joanne Russell- Chavez
Chair
ATTEST:
Chris Marcarello
Public Works Director
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