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TC - Item 2A - Minutes of April 2, 2015 Minutes for the ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION MEETING April 2,2015 The special 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 Hall PRESENT: Chair Russell-Chavez,Vice Chair Masuda,Commissioners Hall, Quintanilla, Ornelas ABSENT: NONE STAFF PRESENT: Acting Public Works Director Hawkesworth,Acting Public Works Manager Sullivan, and Administrative Assistant Llamas 1. PUBLIC COMMENT FROM THE AUDIENCE Brian Lewin, 9501 Ralph Street, wanted to let everyone know that the Draft EIR/EIS for the 710 Alternative has been released by Metro/Caltrans and is accepting public comments until July 6, 2015. He also invited everyone to attend one of their upcoming meetings, for information you can visit their website at metro.net/sr7lostudy. Lastly,due to a recent accident at the intersection of Temple City Boulevard and Ellis Lane, Mr. Lewin asked if the Traffic Commissioners can revisit the location and see if there are any other safety improvements that can be done. 2.CONSENT CALENDAR Commissioner Quintanilla motioned, seconded by Vice Chair Masuda to approve Item A(February 12, 2015 Minutes) and Item B (Keep Clear Markings- Garvey Avenue/Willard Avenue)from the Consent Calendar. Votes resulted in: Yes:Quintanilla, Masuda, Hall, Ornelas and Russell-Chavez No: None Abstain: None Absent: None 3.OLD BUSINESS A. REVIEW OF TRAFFIC CONDITIONS NEAR JANSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — APPROVAL OF STRIPING IMPROVEMENTS Staff provide the Traffic Commissioners with a review about the item, along with their recommendations of installing parking restrictions on Bartlett Avenue during school days from 7:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.on the East and West side of the street on a temporary basis from May 1,2015 through June 30,2015 and the installation of striping and signage improvements in the vicinity of Janson Elementary school. Veronica Pena,8648 Olney Street, provided the Commissioners with a petition opposing from anything being done on a temporary basis without having an environmental study done. Peter Pena, 8648 Olney Street, expressed that his biggest concern along Bartlett Avenue and Olney Street is the increase in traffic. Rosemead Traffic Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes of April 2,2015 Page 1 o13 Commissioner Hall asked staff forclarification on the staff report and signage plan,along with recommending to possibly have a "Keep Clear at the intersection of Marshall Street and Dubonnet Avenue and at the intersection of Bartlett Avenue from Loftus Drive. Sylvia Ruiz, 8753 Olney Street, asked if they can get a crosswalk and/or crossing guard near the school entrance off of Bartlett Avenue. Vice Chair Masuda and Commissioner Hall agree with adding a crosswalk on Bartlett Avenue. Staff recommend that a proper engineering study and review would need to be done prior to adding crosswalk as part of the striping plan. Susie Mendoza, 3620 Dubonnet Avenue, expressed that her biggest concern along the area in question is the high increase in traffic and vehicles speeding. Vice Chair Masuda asked staff if the City can get involved in supporting the residents to request that the school relocate the drop off spot from its current location,to alleviate the traffic problems on Olney Street. Staff recommended that no actions be taken tonight, to allow staff to do further research. Staff indicated that this item,along with the submitted petition,would be presented to the City Manager and Department Heads for further review. Veronica Pena, 8648 Olney Street, requested if she can be informed in advanced if there are any future meetings in regards to this issue. Peter Pena, 8648 Olney Street,commended the Traffic Commissioner for getting involved and trying to help resolve the issue. The Traffic Commission has request for the item to be tabled to a future meeting to allow staff to do further research and received input from various departments before any actions are taken. 4. NEW BUSINESS A. REVIEW OF TRAFFIC CONDITIONS — ANGELUS AVENUE AND KLINGERMAN STREET Staff provided the Commission with a brief description of the item and the recommendation that the Traffic Commission recommend that the City Council approve the signage and striping plan for the area of Angelus Avenue and Klingerman Street which includes the addition of edge line striping, reduction of the return radii, and reduction of the curve speed to 15 MPH. Velia Navarro,2239 Angelus Avenue,express her concerns with speeding and safety issues at that location. Chair Russell-Chavez asked staff if Council approves the recommendations, what would be the timeline for completion. Staff informed The Commissioners if they approve the item tonight staff will add it on to the next Council meeting for their approval and if approved staff will arrange to have all safety improvement done shortly after. Velia Navarro, 2239 Angelus Avenue,asked what it would take to get a"Stop"sign installed at that location. Staff advised the Commissioners that before considering the installation of a "Stop" sign a thorough study would need to be done to see if its warranted at that location. Rosemead Traffic Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes of April 2,2015 Page 2 of 3 Commissioner Hall has recommended that once all safety improvements have been completed if possible staff can continue monitoring the location and see if there has been any improvement. Staff agreed with Commissioner Hall and will continue monitoring the location and will bring it back to a future meeting for their review. Vice Chair Masuda motioned,seconded by Commissioner Omelas that the City Council approve the signage and striping plan for the area of Angelus Avenue and Klingerman Street which includes the addition of edge line striping, reduction of the return radii,and reduction of the curve speed to 15 MPH. Votes resulted in: Yes: Masuda,Omelas,Hall, Russell-Chavez and Quintanilla No: None Abstain: None Absent: None STAFF REPORT Staff provided the Traffic Commission with an update on current and upcoming projects throughout the City. 5. COMMISSIONER REPORTS Commissioner Ornelas informed staff that there is incorrect signage up at the intersection of Walnut Grove Avenue and Marshall Street. Mr. Ornelas also commended Jimmy Limon for the signage and striping improvement done on Glendon Way before the freeway entrance. Vice Chair Masuda asked if staff can look into adding a No Parking"west lane of Walnut Grove Avenue near the Mc Donald's to prohibit vehicles parking close to the intersection. Commissioner Quintanilla asked staff if they can bring back the Temple City Boulevard and Ellis Lane intersection to see if there are any other traffic improvements that can be done at that intersection. Chair Russell-Chavez asked if staff can look into possibly adding turn signals at the intersection where San Gabriel Blvd, Rush Street and Potrero Grande meet. She also wanted to follow up with staff and see if there have been any traffic studies done on Hellman Avenue between San Gabriel Blvd and Del Mar Avenue. Lastly, Mrs. Russell- Chavez asked if the City is planning on add medians on San Gabriel Blvd near Rush Street. 7. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 8:26 p.m. The next Traffic Commission meeting is scheduled for May 7, 2015 at 7:00 p.m., and in the City Council Chamber at City Hall, located at 8838 East Valley Boulevard. Joanne Russell-Chavez Chair ATTEST: Matt Hawkesworth Acting Director of Public Works Rosemead Traffic Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes of April 2,2015 Page 3 of 3