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TC - Minutes - 06-01-17 Minutes for the ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION MEETING June 1,2017 The meeting of the Rosemead Traffic Commission was called to order by Vice Chair Masuda at 7:00 p.m.in the Council Chamber,8838 E.Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California. FLAG SALUTE: Commissioner Ornelas INVOCATION: Commissioner Hall PRESENT: Vice Chair Masuda,Commissioner Quintanilla, Commissioner Hall and Commissioner Omelas ABSENT: Chair Russell-Chavez STAFF PRESENT: Director of Public Works Kathy Garcia and Karen Vigil from Transtech 1. PUBLIC COMMENTS FROM THE AUDIENCE None 2. CONSENT CALENDAR None 3. NEW BUSINESS A. REVIEW OF TRAFFIC CONDITIONS AT RIO HONDO AVENUE BETWEEN VALLEY BOULEVARD AND STEELE STREET Karen Vigil from Transtech provided the Traffic Commissioners with a brief description on the item, along with recommending the installation of"KEEP CLEAR"pavement markings with limit lines in the northbound travel lane of Rio Hondo Avenue south of Valley Boulevard in front of the east side of Rio Hondo Avenue and a "DO NOT BLOCK INTERSECTION" sign opposite the "KEEP CLEAR" pavement legend for NB direction. This will allow access to the new development for employees,shoppers,emergency vehicles, and access to others that use the alleyway. Brian Lewin,9501 E. Ralph Street,congratulated Commissioner Hall on her retirement. Mr. Lewin also suggested in adding"KEEP CLEAR"marking on the southbound lane of Rio Hondo Avenue to prevent vehicles from backing up onto Valley Boulevard when trying to make a left turn into the driveway. Commissioner Quintanilla asked staff if a signal timing study was done at the intersection of Valley Boulevard and Rio Hondo Avenue. Transtech consultant informed the Commissioner that signal timing study was not included. Commissioner Quintanilla motioned, second by Commissioner Hall, to approve staffs recommendation that the Traffic Commission recommend to the City Council the installation of"KEEP CLEAR"pavement markings with limit lines in the northbound travel lane of Rio Hondo Avenue south of Valley Boulevard in front of the east side of Rio Hondo Avenue and a"DO NOT BLOCK INTERSECTION"sign opposite the"KEEP CLEAR"pavement legend for NB direction. Votes resulted in: Rosemead Traffic Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes of June 1,2017 Page 1 of 3 Yes: Quintanilla, Hall, Ornelas,and Masuda No: None Abstain: None Absent: Russell-Chavez B. REVIEW OF TRAFFIC CONDITIONS AT DRIVEWAY EXIT OF FRANCES WILLARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PARKING LOT Karen Vigil from Transtech provided the Traffic Commissioner with a brief description on the item, along with recommending the installation of a 'RIGHT TURN ONLY" sign at the exit of the northern driveway of the parent/visitor parking lot,which is utilized as a drop-offlpick-up zone and is located south of the staff parking lot. Commissioner Hall praised the staff for being thorough with the studies and recommended a motorcycle officer to monitor the location. Vice Chair Masuda asked for clarification on who is responsible for the signage on the schools property. Transtech consultant informed the Commissioners that the school is responsible for the improvements on their property and the City is responsible for the City's right-a-way. Commissioner Quintanilla asked if the school was notified that the item was going to be on the agenda. Transtech consultant informed the Commissioner that they met with the principal the week before and they were informed that the item was being brought to today's Traffic Commission meeting. Commissioner Ornelas asked for a timeline for the installation of the signs, if approved. Staff informed the Commissioners it would take a few week to have them installed, Commissioner Ornelas requested if they can get temporary enforcement for the first week once the signs have been installed to make sure they are being obeyed by. Staff will request to have temporary enforcement once the signs have been installed Commissioner Hall motioned, seconded by Commissioner Ornelas, to approve staffs recommendation that the Traffic Commission proposed to the City Council the installation of a"RIGHT TURN ONLY"sign at the exit of the northern driveway of the parent/visitor parking lot,along with having temporary enforcement the first week the signs have been installed. Votes resulted in: Yes: Hall, Ornelas,Quintanilla,and Masuda No: None Abstain: None Absent: Russell-Chavez 4. STAFF REPORT Staff provided the Traffic Commissioners with an update on current and upcoming City events and project. 5. COMMISSIONER REPORTS Commissioner Hall thanked staff for talking to the Post Office manager about changing the drive thru mailbox and asked if they can follow-up with them to see on when it would be done. Commissioner Ornelas asked if staff can look into improving the intersection at Hart Avenue and Valley Boulevard, because they have similar traffic concerns as the Rio Hondo Avenue and Valley Boulevard item. Rosemead Traffic Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes of June 1,2017 Page 2 of 3 Commissioner Ouintanilla concurred with Commissioner Ornelas. 6. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 7:38 p.m. The next Traffic Commission meeting is scheduled for July 6, 2017 at 7:00 p.m.,in the City Council Chamber at City Hall,located at 8838 East Valley Boulevard. Howard Masuda Chair ATTEST: Michelle Ramirez DiA6Mrector of Public Works Rosemead Traffic Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes of June 1,2017 Page 3 of 3