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TC - Minutes - 02-01-18 Minutes for the ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION MEETING February 1,2018 The meeting of the Rosemead Traffic Commission was called to order by Chair Masuda at 7:00 p.m.in the Council Chamber,8838 E. Valley Boulevard, Rosemead,California, FLAG SALUTE: Chair Masuda INVOCATION: Vice Chair Ornelas PRESENT: Chair Masuda, Vice Chair Ornelas,Commissioner Berry and Commissioner Sevilla ABSENT: Commissioner Quintanilla STAFF PRESENT: Director of Public Works Michelle Ramirez and Administrative Assistant Silvia Llamas 1. PUBLIC COMMENTS FROM THE AUDIENCE Brian Lewin,9501 E. Ralph Street, asked for an update on the study for the Temple City Boulevard street grading project and also asked if Ellis Lane was included. Mr. Lewin also requested if they can restripe and replace the pavement markers along Walnut Grove Avenue between Garvey Avenue and Ramona Boulevard,due to visibility issues when it rains. 2. CONSENT CALENDAR Commissioner Berry asked if staff can consider looking into possibly adding an automatic crosswalk lighting system. Commissioner Sevilla asked if they can add additional street lighting on Pine Street and possibly closing off the street. Staff informed the Commissioner that they will not be adding additional street lights as part of this request. Staff also mentioned that once the improvements have been done,staff will evaluate the location and if additional traffic measures are needed they will do them, or if parking becomes an issue they will also look into how they can improve it. Staff also informed the Commissioners that the City isn't looking into closing off the street. Commissioner Berry motioned,seconded by Vice Chair Ornelas to approve Item A (December 7, 2017 Minutes) and Item B ((Installation of crosswalk at Jay Imperial Park at the crossing of Pine Avenue) from the Consent Calendar as presented. Votes resulted in: Yes: Berry, Ornelas, Masuda and Sevilla No: None Abstain: None Absent: Quintanilla 4.NEW BUSINESS A. REVIEW OF REQUEST FOR 20 MINUTE PARKING ZONE(GREEN CURB)—7540 GARVEY AVENUE Staff provided the Traffic Commissioners with a brief description on the item. Brian Lewin,9501 Ralph Street,expressed his concern with having the green curb installed in front of the business and does not agree with it. Mr.Lewin also suggested in getting stricter parking enforcement along Garvey Avenue to help clear out all day packers,to allow all businesses to benefit from the on-street parking. Rosemead Traffic Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes of February 1.2018 Page 1 of 3 Commissioner Berry asked if there is a time limit on Garvey Avenue,along with their being a lack of enforcement. Staff confirmed that Garvey Avenue has a 2-hour street parking limit and is currently working with code enforcement to increase enforcement along Garvey Avenue. Commissioner Sevilla suggested increasing the parking limit to 30-45 minutes. Staff informed the Traffic Commissioners that the business making the request is a take-out restaurant and the time limit increase may be inconvenience. Chair Masuda expressed his concerns with approving the green curb and is concerned that other businesses along Valley Boulevard and Garvey Avenue that are consider a quick purchase business may also start submitting requests to have a green curbs in front of their establishments. Staff informed the Commissioners that every requested is handled on a case-by-case basis, along with having a professional evaluation done by a Traffic Engineer. Vice Chair Omelas commented that parking restrictions should be enforced and agrees with installing the 20- minute parking restriction. Commissioner Sevilla motioned,seconded by Commissioner Berry to approve that the Traffic Commission propose to the City Council that 40-feet of green curb be installed in front of the business located at 7540 Garvey Avenue, Unit B. Votes resulted in: Yes: Sevilla, Berry and Omelas No: Masuda Abstain: None Absent: Quintanilla B. REVIEW OF REQUEST FOR 20 MINUTE PARKING ZONE(GREEN CURB(-8606 GARVEY AVENUE Staff provided the Traffic Commissioners with a brief description on the item. Brian Lewin,9501 Ralph Street,asked the Commissioners if they can consider the precedential value that it may have on other businesses. Mr. Lewin also mentioned that the City will have to monitor and maintain the green curbs,and the 20-minute parking limit is more labor intensive than a 2-hour parking limit. Commissioner Sevilla commented that people park in front of businesses for extended periods of time and agrees with installing the 20-minute parking space. Commissioner Berry motioned,seconded by Commissioner Sevilla to approve that the Traffic Commission propose to the City Council that 20-feet of green curb be installed in front of the business located at 8606 Garvey Avenue. Votes resulted in: Yes: Berry, Sevilla and Omelas No: Masuda Abstain: None Absent: Quintanilla 3. STAFF REPORT Staff provided the Traffic Commissioners with an update on current and upcoming City events. Rosemead Traffic Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes of February 1,2018 Page 2 of 3 4. COMMISSIONER REPORTS Commissioner Berry commended staff for the sidewalk replacement project. Vice Chair Ornelas asked staff if reflectors will be added on the divider that is located north of Walnut Grove Avenue before the railroad tracks. Commissioner Sevilla asked if staff can look into installing a No U-Turn or Left turn sign north bound on Rosemead Boulevard,one block north of Marshall Street. Chair Masuda asked staff if alleys are part of resurfacing projects and/or how can they request that an alley be resurfaced. 5. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 7:33 p.m. The next Traffic Commission meeting is scheduled for March 1, 2018,at 7:00 p.m.,in the City Council Chamber at City Hall,located at 8838 East Valley Boulevard. A-6-01-0-S1 tA1/4.7i-eLacC2' Howard Masuda Chair ATTEST: Michelle Ramirez • Director of Public Works Rosemead Traffic Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes of February 1,2018 Page 3 of 3