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TC - Item 2B - Minutes of September 9, 2021Minutes of the Regular ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION MEETING September 9, 2021 The regular meeting of the Rosemead Traffic Commission was called to order by Chair Masuda at 7:03 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 8838 E. Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California. FLAG SALUTE: Commissioner Escobar INVOCATION: Chair Masuda PRESENT: Chair Masuda, Vice Chair Quintanilla, Commissioner Drange and Commissioner Escobar ABSENT: Commissioner Nguyen STAFF PRESENT: Traffic Engineer Jana Robbins, Deputy City Clerk Natalie Haworth and Management Analyst Danielle Garcia REORGANIZATION: Commissioner Escobar nominated Chair Masuda as Chair, seconded by Commissioner Drange. Motion was carried out by the following votes: Yes: Escobar, Drange, Quintanilla, Masuda No: None Abstain: None Absent: Nguyen Commissioner Drange nominated Commissioner Quintanilla as Vice Chair, seconded by Commissioner Escobar. Motion was carried out by the following votes: Yes: Escobar, Drange, Quintanilla, Masuda No: None Abstain: None Absent: Nguyen 1. PUBLIC COMMENTS None 2. CONSENT CALENDAR Iki57T 3. NEW BUSINESS Rosemead Traffic Commission Meeting Minutes of September 9, 2021 Page 1 of 5 A. TRAFFIC REVIEW OF SIGNAGE AND MARKINGS ON SAN GABRIEL BOULEVARD NEAR HELLMAN AVENUE AND THE EB 1.10 FREEWAY ON-RAMP Traffic Engineer Jana Robbins provided a brief description of the item and presented a PowerPoint presentation of the studies that were conducted. This item was previously discussed during the March 11, 2021, Traffic Commission Special Meeting and Staff was asked to conduct a traffic review and return with recommendations on lane assignment. After completing the traffic review, Staff reported adding additional lanes would not be possible. Traffic Engineer Jana Robbins explained the existing roadway conditions and provided recommendations for adding improved signage approaching the Hellman Ave intersection and the EB 1-10 On -Ramp. Commissioner Drange asked why we could not turn the right turn only lane into a straight thru lane onto the freeway ramp as well. Traffic Engineer Jana Robbins responded that if they made it into a shared thru and right turn only lane, the que would extend further down because you could not have two lanes getting onto the freeway as there is not enough room on the ramp, thus creating more traffic on both lanes. Vice Chair Quintanilla asked if the updated signage would have three vertical lines at the bottom as shown in Figure 5 on the PowerPoint presentation. Traffic Engineer Jana Robbins answered there will be three solid lines on the updated signage. Vice Chair Quintanilla asked if an Interstate symbol marking could be placed on the ground to help notify drivers in advance. Traffic Engineer Jana Robbins answered they have considered it as it was part of their initial recommendations and could eventually add the marking, however, it would require approval from Caltrans. Vice Chair Quintanilla responded that we should construe in phase 2 to further assist approaching traffic that not the far -right lane, but the lane that indicates freeway enters the 1-10 Freeway. Chair Masuda asked if this proposal was submitted to Caltrans, would adding the Interstate freeway logo be an additional application or request. Traffic Engineer Jana Robbins answered that all items being proposed are within the City's right of way and we would not need to submit the request for approval for the Interstate freeway logo at this time. As a courtesy, Staff would need to notify Caltrans about changing the mast arm signage and during that same time, we could ask Caltrans what the process would be to use the Interstate logo. Vice Chair Quintanilla made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Drange, to accept Staff recommendations, but to also have staff contact Caltrans regarding the process for using the Interstate freeway logo before the item goes to City Council. Vote resulted in: Rosemead Traffic Commission Meeting Minutes of September 9, 2021 Page 2 of 5 Yes: Masuda, Quintanilla, Drange, Escobar No: None Abstain: None Absent: Nguyen B. TRAFFIC REVIEW AT THE INTERSECTION OF RAMONA BOULEVARD AND BURTON AVENUE Staff received two public comments on this item. Chair Masuda read the public comment aloud that was received from Daniel Hernandez dated September 9, 2021. Chair Masuda read the public comment aloud that was received from Jeff Che dated September 7, 2021. Chair Masuda moved the discussion to Staff recommendations. On behalf of the City of Rosemead, Traffic Engineer Jana Robbins provided recommendations on improving and evaluating the existing all -way stop signage, pavement legends, and markings at the intersection of Ramona Boulevard and Burton Avenue. Traffic Engineer Jana Robbins stated as part of the traffic review, collision data collected from Statewide Integrated Traffic Records Systems (SWITRS), over a six-year period at this intersection, there was a total of three collisions. Traffic Engineer Jana Robbins proposed installing new 36x36 STOP sign with retroreflective strips on the post and at the bottom of the plaque will indicate ALL WAY. The intersection will be refreshed with white visibility paint and Stop Ahead sign will be installed. Commissioner Michael Drange asked a question regarding the letter submitted by Jeff Che about the calming measures project on Burton Avenue. Commissioner Drange asked what the calming measures were and if there have been considerations of adding speed bumps on Ramona Boulevard. Traffic Engineer Jana Robbins responded that the calming measures consisted of adding a white center strip and white side stripes which visually narrowed the roadway. It was found that narrower roads resulted in driving slower as opposed to having a wide-open road. Traffic Engineer Jana Robbins responded to Commissioner Drange's second question that the City does not have in place a policy that has adopted speed bumps and that there are liability issues the City must consider when they adopt a policy. Commissioner Drange made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Escobar, to accept Staff recommendations. Vote resulted in: Rosemead Traffic Commission Meeting Minutes of September 9, 2021 Page 3 of 5 Yes: Masuda, Quintanilla, Drange, Escobar No: None Abstain: None Absent: Nguyen C. TRAFFIC COMMISSION DIRECTION FOR RED CURB REVIEW NEAR 9103-9113 GARVEYAVENUE Traffic Engineer Jana Robbins gave a brief description of the item and provided recommendation on the request from a resident requesting the City to review the existing red curb located at 9103- 9113 Garvey Ave and to remove the red curb. Traffic Engineer Jana Robbins explained the reason the curb is marked red is because there is a Metro Bus Stop at this location. Chair Masuda commented that he visited the location and was still unsure about the request as to why the resident was requesting to remove the red curb. Commissioner Drange replied that he traverses that road on a bicycle and does not see where else the Metro Bus Stop could be relocated. Chair Masuda asked if Metro could deny the request to move the bus stop. Traffic Engineer Jana Robbins responded that Metro could deny the request. The only other possible location to have the bus stop would be on Sullivan Avenue, however, there is no crosswalk. Chair Masuda agreed with Staff recommendation to deny the request to remove the red curb and leave as is, with no further action. Commissioner Drange made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Escobar, to accept Staff recommendation to deny the request to remove the red curb and leave as is, with no further action. Vote resulted in: Yes: Masuda, Drange, Escobar No: Quintanilla Abstain: None Absent: Nguyen 4. STAFF REPORTS None 5. COMMISSIONER REPORTS Rosemead Traffic Commission Meeting Minutes of September 9, 2021 Page 4 of 5 Vice Chair Quintanilla asked for a status update on the Olney Street and Temple City Boulevard on-ramp street closure. Traffic Engineer Jana Robbins responded that City Council was waiting for the next in-person meeting to discuss those matters because they wanted to have the residents be able to voice their opinions. Commissioner Drange asked if the City has an adopted bicycle plan and requested a copy if it exists. Traffic Engineer Jana Robbins responded Staff will look into it and provide the document if available. Chair Masuda responded that there was an existing bike plan, however, it was never adopted, and no further action was taken. Chair Masuda asked if staff could look into traffic calming measures for Ramona Boulevard, from Burton Avenue going east. Traffic Engineer Jana Robbins responded they can have staff look into the request. Chair Masuda asked Commissioners if it is agreed upon to have Staff look further into the request. Commissioner Drange, Commissioner Escobar, and Vice Chair agreed with Chair Masuda to have Staff investigate the occurrence of collisions, speed, and volume on Ramona Boulevard and provide recommendations. [W_11111.111NL,IJ,14`111 The meeting adjourned at 8:00 p.m. The next Traffic Commission meeting is scheduled for October 7, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. and will take place at the Rosemead City Hall, City Council Chambers, 8838 East Valley Boulevard. Howard Masuda Chair ATTEST: Gloria Molleda, City Manager Rosemead Traffic Commission Meeting Minutes of September 9, 2021 Page 5 of 5