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TC - Minutes - 12-8-16 Minutes for the SPECIAL ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION MEETING December 8,2016 The regular meeting of the Rosemead Traffic Commission was called to order by Chair Russell-Chavez at 7:01 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, Commissioner Quintanilla, Commissioner Ornelas and Commissioner Hall ABSENT: None STAFF PRESENT: Director of Public Works Kathy Garcia, City Engineer Rafael Fajardo, Karen Vigil and Jana Robbins from Transtech and Administrative Assistant Llamas 1. PUBLIC COMMENTS FROM THE AUDIENCE NONE 2. CONSENT CALENDAR Vice Chair Masuda motioned,seconded by Commissioner Hall to approve Item A(August 11,2016 minutes)from the Consent Calendar. Votes resulted in: Yes: Masuda, Hall,Quintanilla, Roderick, and Russell-Chavez No: None Abstain: None Absent: None 3. NEW BUSINESS A. REVIEW OF REQUEST FOR 20 MINUTE PARKING ZONE (GREEN CURB) 6424 GARVEY AVENUE Staff and Traffic Consultant Karen Vigil provided the Traffic Commissioners with a brief summary about the item. Commissioner Hall visited the location and noticed several signs on the property and it was unclear on what type of services are being provided. She also mentioned that a business owner is usually responsible for providing on- site parking for customers. Mrs. Hall also mentioned that there is a second driveway to the property and if the business owner were to open it up the customers would be able to drive thru to make their payments. Chair Russell-Chavez asked if there's other green curbs throughout the City. Staff informed the Commission that we do have other green curbs throughout the City. Chair Russell-Chavez suggested in possibly installing a restricted 30 minute parking from Monday thru Friday between the hours of Sam — 5pm with no restrictions on weekends, to also allow other businesses to use the parking spot. Special Rosemead Traffic Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes of December 8,2016 Page 1 of 4 Traffic Consultant,Jana Robbins stated that she understood that the business owner was making the request so it can be utilized by his customers making payments or for someone wanting to see a car. She also mentioned that without knowing the type of businesses going on next door she is not sure if they will be able to utilize the parking spot. Commissioner Hall commented that after reviewing the pictures that were provided in the agenda she noticed that they have a big property and if they organized their equipment they will be able to provide on-site parking for their customers. She also mentioned that they have a second entrance to the property that is closed and if the business owner were to open it the customers will be able to drive in. Vice Chair Masuda mentioned that he looked at the location and without knowing the type of businesses that are surrounding it, its difficult to make a recommendation on what would be suitable for everyone to use. Mr. Masuda also mentioned that its not clear on the type of services being provided at that location. Commissioner Quintanilla stated that he would have liked for Mr. Sherman to have attended the meeting so he could have answered their questions. Commissioner Ornelas mentioned that there is currently 2 hour parking restrictions on Garvey Avenue and asked if Public Safety enforced the parking restrictions. Chair Russell-Chavez stated she would like to provide a parking spot that would be equitable for everyone. Commissioner Quintanilla asked staff if they had the guidelines to having a restricted parking in front of your business. Traffic Consultant,Jana Robbins informed the Commissioners that the guidelines to each request is dfferent,due to the type of request and location. Vice Chair Masuda expressed that he was concerned with approving the request because of the type of precedent it may set for the future. He also mentioned that when someone usually makes a request for restricted parking they usually attend the meeting and would've liked the properly owner to have been present to answer their questions. Staff informed the Traffic Commissioners that when the properly owner called to make his request he mentioned that big trucks parked in front of his business for several hours and its hard to see the on-coming traffic when exiting his driveway. He also mentioned that he was going to be present to tonight's meeting but wasn't here, so staff is recommending for the item to be tabled to the next meeting to allow staff to contact the property owner and ask him to attend the meeting. Commissioner Hall mentioned that it may have been a one-time occurrence when the truck parked in that spot and the green curb may not be needed. Vice Chair Masuda is concerned that if they approve the request other businesses will also be wanting the same thing. Chair Russell-Chavez requested to table the item to the next meeting to allow staff and the Commissioners to do further research before making their decision. Commissioner Ornelas expressed that with the new businesses coming in they may have to change the parking restriction to make it suitable for the new businesses. Chair Russell-Chavez suggested that before making any decisions they should take into consideration the surrounding and new businesses that will be coming in. She also asked staff if a business owner is required to provide on-site customer parking. Special Rosemead Traffic Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes of December 8,2016 Page 2 of 4 Staff replied that they weren't aware if they are supposed to provide on-site customer parking, but will check with Code Enforcement and the Building and Safety department. Vice Chair also mentioned that another thing they should take a look at is that the used car lot is only open Monday thru Sunday from 1pm—5:30pm and he is requesting for time restriction as if he was open at 8am which means that it will only be effective for 4%hours a day. Vice Chair Masuda motioned, second by Commissioner Ornelas to table the item to the next Traffic Commission meeting. They've also asked staff if they can provide them with a citation history near the area where they want the parking restrictions, see if the property owner needed to provide on-site customer parking, and ask if the property owner can be present to the next meeting. Votes resulted in: Yes: Masuda, Omelas, Hall,Quintanilla and Russell-Chavez No: None Abstain: None Absent: None 4. STAFF REPORT Staff introduced the new Public Works Director and provided the Traffic Commissioners with an update on current and upcoming projects throughout the City. 5. COMMISSIONER REPORTS Commissioner Ornelas asked staff for an update on the installation of the white curbs in front of Encinita School and Shuey School. He also informed staff that in front of a residence on Marshall Street near the wash, Charter Communication did some digging to install a box in front of the curb and did a sloppy job. Staff informed the Commissioners that Charter Communication will be returning to fix that. Commissioner Hall asked staff if they can contact the property owner of the shopping center across the street from City Hall and request if they can replace the missing signs in front of the post office, along with making the drive thru mail boxes handicap accessible. Vice Chair Masuda asked if there was a change in the policy regarding their monthly stipends because he wasn't aware of any changes made. Staff informed the Commissioners that they will provide them with a copy of the revised policy. Commissioner Quintanilla informed staff that he was approached by Savannah School personal and was asked what they would need to do to add a drop-off lane on Rio Hondo Avenue in front the administration office. Chair Russell-Chavez inform staff that she noticed that there are still a couple of old street signs still up on Garvey Avenue near the old auto auction. 6. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 8:26 p.m. The next Traffic Commission meeting is scheduled for January 12, 2017 at 7:00 p.m., in the City Council Chamber at City Hall, located at 8838 East Valley Boulevard. -Signatures on the next page- Special Rosemead Traffic Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes of December 8,2016 Page 3 of 4 eaop irogi .� -r avez Chai ATTEST: • / � � j 1 tit Rafael Fajac o 6 Acting Public Works Director Special Rosemead Traffic Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes of December 8,2016 Page of