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TC - Minutes - 06-07-18Minutes for the ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION MEETING June 7, 2018 The meeting of the Rosemead Traffic Commission was called to order by Vice Chair Ornelas at 7:00 p,ni in the Council Chamber, 8838 E. Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California. FLAG SALUTE: Commissioner QuIintanilla INVOCATION: Commissioner Sevilla PRESENT: Vice Chair Ornelas, Commissioner Berry, Commissioner Quintanilla and Commissioner Sevilla ABSENT: Chair I STAFF PRESENT: City Engineer Rafael Fajardo and' Administrative Assistant Silvia Llamas 1, PUBLIC COMMENTS FROM THE AUDIENCE Brian Lewin, 9501 E. Ralph Street mentioned that when reviewing the May 3, 2018 minutes, Commissioner Quintanilla commented the possible closure of the Temple City Blvd west bound ramp for the 10 freeway and that concerned him greatly, Mr. Lewin asked if the City is thinking of doing research on this topic or doing anything to advance, this particular topic, it should be taken to the City Council because it wiil need Public Hearings prior to doing anything. Mr. Lewin also recommended in getting the public's feedback. 2. CONSENT CALENDAR Commissioner Berry requested to have Item B (Installation of Red Curb -- 3113 Del Mar Avenue) removed from the Consent Calendar for further discussion. Commissioner Berry motioned, seconded by Commissioner Quiintanilla to approve Item A (May 3, 20118 Minutes) from the Consent Calendar as presented, Votes resulted in: Yes: Berry, Wntanillal Sevilla and Ornelas No, None Ai None Absent: Masuda were removed and they are currently having trouble finding somewhere to park, Mr. Junig also mentioned if they approve addiling the red curbing at 3113 Dell Mar Avenue it may just cause moire problems. Brian Lewin., 9501 Ralph Street suggested if the request was made due to safety issues, parking shouild be removed, Mr, Lewin also mentioned there is a fire hydrant next to the property wi!thiout a red curb, and would like to request for the curb to be painted red;. Staff informed the Traffic Commissioners that a request to have a red curb in front of the fire hydrant has ailready been submitted. _rxiiiiiissioner Bocit4ed to Mr. Lewin's comment, nfbrrri�no him that the resident's inmari reason for Ns liMUNIN10 WHIM,-islill 1 161 1 "M s- 11 any complaints, Commissioner Berry also visited the siite twice and didn't see anybody parking in front of the driveway, but he did notice someone parking in front of the fire hydrant. Rosemead Traffic Commission Meeting Meeting, Mindex of June 7, 2018 Page I of 3 Chester Jung, 3145 Del Mar Avenue informed the Commissioners that one of the main problems they are having on Del Mar Avenue is backing out of their driveways, Vivian Mak, 9455 Ralph Street is representing her uncle who lives at 3113 Del Mar Avenue. Ms, Mak mentioned that the issue is when two cars are parked in front of the property they slightly block the driveway and when they are exiting the driveway they can't see the oncoming traffic. Commissioner Berry asked Ms. IMak if they tried calling the sheriff's department or code enforcement when it occurs. Ms. Mak responded that they haven't called because her uncle doesn't speak English. Commissioner Berry suggested for them to call the next time somebody blocks their driveway. Commissioner Sevilla mentioned if they approve adding the red curb it shouldn't affect any street parking and recommends approving the red curb, Commissioner Qumtanilla doesn't find sufficient reason to have a red curb at that location and disagrees with the installation of the red curb. Commissioner Berry agree with Commissioner Quintanilla, Commissioner Sevilla mentioned that he went to the site multiple times and saw two cars parked in front of the property, along with cars driving fast on that street, Commissioner Quintanilla suggested in reducing the speed limit. Commissioner Sevifla motioned to approve Item B (Installation of Red Curb — 3113 Del Mar Avenue), there was no second, Commissioner Berry motioned, seconded by Commissioner Quintanilla to deny Item B (installation, of Red Curb — 3113 Del Mar Avenue) from the Consent Calendar. Votes resulted in: Yes: Berry, Quintanilla and Ornelas No: Sevilla Abstain: None Absent: Masud@ A, INSTALLATION OF RED CURB— 3652 EARLE AVENUE Staff gave the Traffic Commissioners a brief description on the item, along with recommending that the Traffic Commission propose to the City Council that the wings of the driveway apron, along with an additional 1 -foot on each side of the curb, be painted red at 3652 Earle Avenue. Commissioner Quintanilla excused himself from the meeting at 7:32 p.m. Commissioner Berry visited the site and mentioned that there was a lot of open space. Commissioner Sevilla also visited the site and agrees with Commissioner Berry, Mr. Sevilla also mentioned that the property is near a corner and they need to be careful when exiting their driveway. Rosemead Traffic Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes of June 7, 2018 Page 2 of 3 Commissioner Berry molioned, seconded by Vice Chair Ornelas to deny the Installation of Red Curb -3652 Earle Avenue, Votes resulted im Yes: Berry, Omelas and Sevilla No: None Abstain None Absent: Masucla and Quintanilla 4. STAFF REPORT Staff provided the Traffic Commissioners with an update on current and upcoming City events. 5. COMMISSIONER REPORTS Commissioner Berry asked if staff can, look into Mr. Jung's traffic concerns off of War Avenue. Vice Chair Orinelas informed staff that there's a lot of speeding and racing on Strang Avenue, between Valley Boulevard and Loftus Drive, and asked if staff can do something to slow traffic down, Commissioner Sevilla mentioned that on Friday nights a lot of cars hang Out at the Rosemead Plaza, they drive fast, start burning tires, and making a lot of noise. Mr. Sevilla informed staff that they've caked the sheriffs department but with the sound of the sirens, the cars leave before the sheriff's get there, Mr, Sevilla asked if staff could ask the sheriff's department to imonitor that area to prevent if from happening. 6. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 7A0 p,m. The next Traffic Commission meeting is scheduled for July 5, 2018, at 7:00 p.m., in the City Council Chamber at City Hall, located at 8838 East Valley Boulevard, 1% 41 A Roderick Ornelas Vice Chair ATTEST: afael M. Faiiardo City Engineer Rosemead Traffic Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes of June 7, 2018 Page 3 of 3