CC - Item 4C - Approval of Traffic Commission Recommendations for Traffic Calming Measures on Hershey Street Between Del Mar Avenue and Kelburn AvenueROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL
STAFF REPORT
TO: THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
FROM: BEN KIM, ACTING CITY MANAGER f��
DATE: MARCH 8, 2022
SUBJECT: APPROVAL OF THE TRAFFIC COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS
FOR TRAFFIC CALMING MEASURES' ON HERSHEY STREET
BETWEEN DEL MAR AVENUE AND KELBURN AVENUE
SUMMARY
At the November 4, 2021, Traffic Commission Meeting, staff presented recommendations for
traffic calming measures on Hershey Street between Del Mar Avenue and Kelburn Avenue. After
discussion and presentation of the item, the Traffic Commission approved the staff
recommendations for the area. Public Works Field Services staff will complete all recommended
items. If necessary, additional materials and supplies may be purchased at a minimal expense to
complete the recommended work, and staff would utilize the approved Fiscal Year 2021-2022
Traffic Signs and Markers available funds.
BACKGROUND
Staff completed a traffic review and recommended appropriate traffic calming measures on
Hershey Street between Del Mar Avenue and Kelburn Avenue.
The City of Rosemead received a resident request to evaluate the installation of speedhumps along
Hershey Street between Del Mar Avenue and Kelburn Avenue. The City of Rosemead does not
have a speed hump policy, and therefore, as part of this review, other traffic calming measures
were evaluated in the traffic analysis and recommendations.
After a thorough review of existing field and traffic conditions and per the California Manual on
Uniform Traffic Control Devices (CAMUTCD), California Vehicle Code (CVC), based on the
traffic review and engineering judgment, staff determined that the segment along Hershey Street
between Del Mar Avenue and Kelburn Avenue would benefit from a combination of installation
of speed limit signs and upgrades to the existing stop sign locations.
AGENDA ITEM 4.0
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DISCUSSION
During the November 4, 2021, Traffic Commission Meeting, staff presented the existing roadway
conditions on Hershey Street between Del Mar Avenue and Kelburn Avenue. The traffic review
included an analysis of the existing roadway conditions, a review of approximately 5.5 years of
available collision data, an average daily traffic count (ADT), a 24-hour speed survey, and an
examination of the field conditions.
Hershey Street: Within the City of Rosemead, Hershey Street runs east and west and is considered
a local road with a prima facie speed limit of 25 mph. Hershey Street runs between Del Mar
Avenue and Kelburn Avenue. Hershey Street is stop -controlled at Brighton Street. Hershey Street
is approximately 35 feet wide with one lane in each direction and no marked centerline. Parking
is available on the north and south side of the street except during street sweeping. The street is
posted with "No Trucks" signs. This segment of Hershey Street travels through medium -density
residential zoning, per the Rosemead General Plan.
Del Mar Avenue: Within the City of Rosemead, Del Mar Avenue runs north and south and is
considered a minor arterial road by the California Road Functional Classification Maps with a
posted speed limit of 35 mph. Del Mar Avenue is approximately 64 feet wide, with two travel
lanes in each direction and a double yellow centerline. Parking along the east and west side of Del
Mar Avenue is permitted where the curbs are not marked red. Additionally, Del Mar Avenue is
posted with no parking on City streets for private tour buses (R.M.0 10.24.060). This segment of
Del Mar Avenue runs through a mixed-use of commercial and industrial zoning per the Rosemead
General Plan.
Brighton Street: Within the City of Rosemead, Brighton Street runs north and south and is
considered a local road by the California Road Functional Classification Map, with a prima facie
speed limit of 25 mph. Brighton Street is approximately 35 feet wide with one lane of travel in
each direction and no marked centerline. Parking is available on Brighton Street's east and west
sides except during street sweeping. Brighton Street is stop -controlled on Hershey Street. This
segment of Brighton Street travels through medium -density residential zoning, per the Rosemead
General Plan.
Kelburn Avenue: Within the City of Rosemead, Kelburn Avenue runs north and south and is
considered a local road by the California Road Functional Classification Map, with a prima facie
speed limit of 25 mph. Kelburn Avenue is approximately 35 feet wide with one travel lane in each
direction and no marked centerline. Parking is available on the east and west side of Kelburn
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Avenue except during street sweeping. This segment of Kelburn Avenue travels through medium
density residential zoning and towards open space zoning per the Rosemead General Plan.
Staff obtained collision data from the computerized collision records system maintained by
California called the Statewide Integrated Traffic Records Systems (SWITRS). A review of
available collisions that were reported to SWITRS along the segment of Hershey Street between
Del Mar Avenue and Kelburn Avenue was conducted over approximately a 5.5 years period
between January 2016 through October 2021 (available data at the time of traffic review).
According to the review of the collision history per the SWITRS analysis, it can be seen that there
was a total of 10 collisions reported within the 5.5 years period, with four of those collisions
appearing to have occurred on Hershey Street or at the intersections, where all other collisions
occurred on the intersecting streets as the primary road of Del Mar Avenue and Brighton
Boulevard.
Average Daily Traffic (ADT) data was obtained from counts taken on September 9, 2021, for
Hershey Street between Brighton Street and Kelburn Avenue. All counts were taken when schools
were open and back in session. The ADT was determined to be 319 vehicles per day (vpd).
To assess the speed at which vehicles were traveling along Hershey Street, speed samples were
taken over a 24-hour period on September 9, 2021. Based on the Radar Speed Survey, the 85th
percentile speed of vehicles along Hershey Street between Brighton Street and Kelburn Avenue
was determined to be 31 mph. This means that 85 percent of the vehicles sampled were traveling
at 31 mph or below, which is slightly above the speed limit of 25 mph.
The City of Rosemead does not have a speed hump policy. In October of 2010, a Draft
Neighborhood Traffic Management Plan (NTMP) was brought before the Traffic Commission for
discussion and review. Upon analysis by the City, Speed Humps were not a recommended measure
for the City to consider at that time. Therefore, other traffic calming measures were evaluated in
the traffic analysis and recommendations as part of this review. A detailed traffic report and
proposed figure diagram are included as a Technical Report within Attachment A to this staff
report; please refer to the proposed diagram (Figure 4) in the attachment.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
The Traffic Commission voted 5-0 to approve the staff recommended measures on Hershey Street
between Del Mar Avenue and Kelburn Avenue. It is recommended that the City Council authorize
approval for the following measures on Hershey Street between Del Mar Avenue and Kelburn
Avenue:
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1. NEW SPEED LIMIT SIGNAGE: Install two (2) 25 mph speed limit (R2-1) signs
(30"06") for both directions of travel (east/west) along Hershey Street as vehicles enter
the segment from Del Mar Avenue and Kelburn Avenue as shown in Figure 4 and as
follows:
a. Speed Limit sign should be installed on the southside of Hershey Street (for EB)
approximately 220 -feet east of Del Mar Avenue, on the existing streetlight post.
b. Speed Limit sign should be installed on the northside of Hershey Street (for WB),
approximately 170 -feet west of Kelburn Avenue before the power pole on its own
post.
2. EXISTING STOP LOCATION UPGRADE: Install the following items at each
existing stop sign location (4 locations) along Hershey Street at Del Mar Avenue,
Brighton Street, and Kelburn Avenue
a. Red Reflective Strip: Install red reflective strips on the stop signpost.
b. Stop Sign: Remove and replace the existing faded stop signs with new stops signs
(RI -1) (36"06").
c. Plaque: Install "Cross Traffic Does Not Stop" plaques (W44P) underneath each
new stop sign.
d. "STOP" Bar and Pavement Legend: Refresh the STOP" bar and pavement legend
at each of the existing top sign locations.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
The City of Rosemead Public Works Field Services Division can complete the recommended items
utilizing the approved Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Traffic Signs & Markers available funds in account
202-3010-5660. All recommended items will be carried out by in-house staff. If necessary,
additional materials and supplies may be purchased at a minimal expense to complete the tasks.
STRATEGIC PLAN IMPACT
The project is consistent with the City of Rosemead's Strategic Plan Goal C - Infrastructure and
Facilities, which is to enhance streets, sidewalks, and public infrastructure; coordinate with
relevant utility agencies regarding safety and enhancements; and modernize facilities by expanding
the use of wireless network technology and renewable energy.
PUBLIC NOTICE PROCESS
This item has been noticed through the regular agenda notification process.
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Prepared by:
Michael Chung, P.E.
Director of Public Works
Attachment A: November 4, 2021 Traffic Commission Staff Report
Attachment B: November 4, 2021 Traffic Commission Minutes
Attachment A
November 4, 2021 Traffic Commission Staff Report
ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION
TO: TRAFFIC COMMISSION
STAFF REPORT
FROM: MICHAEL CHUNG, P.E., DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS
DATE: NOVEMBER 4, 2021
SUBJECT: TRAFFIC REVIEW ON HERSHEY STREET BETWEEN DEL MAR
AVENUE AND KELBURN AVENUE
SUMMARY
On behalf of the City of Rosemead, engineering staff completed a traffic review and recommended
appropriate measures on Hershey Street Between Del Mar Avenue and Kelburn Avenue.
The City of Rosemead received a resident request to evaluate installation of speed humps along
Hershey Street between Del Mar Avenue and Kelburn Avenue.
ANALYSIS
The traffic review included an analysis of the existing roadway conditions, a review of
approximately 5.5 years of available collision data, an average daily traffic count (ADT), a 24-
hour speed survey as well as an examination of the field conditions. The placement of all traffic
control devices is dictated by engineering judgment and based on guidelines found in the
CAMUTCD (California Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices) and the CVC (California
Vehicle Code).
Hershey Street: Within the City of Rosemead, Hershey Street runs east and west and is considered
a local road with a prima facie speed limit of 25 mph. Hershey Street runs between Del Mar
Avenue and Kelburn Avenue. Hershey Street is stop controlled at Brighton Street. Hershey Street
is approximately 35 feet wide with one lane in each direction and no marked centerline. Parking
is available on the north and south side of the street except during street sweeping. The street is
posted with "No Trucks" signs. This segment of Hershey Street travels through medium density
residential zoning, per the Rosemead General Plan.
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Del Mar Avenue: Within the City of Rosemead, Del Mar Avenue runs north and south and is
considered a minor arterial road by the California Road Functional Classification Maps with a
posted speed limit of 35 mph. Del Mar Avenue is approximately 64 feet wide with two lanes of
travel in each direction and a double yellow center line. Parking along the east and west side of
Del Mar Avenue is permitted where the curbs are not marked red. Del Mar Avenue is posted with
no parking on City streets for private tour buses (R.M.0 10.24.060). This segment of Del Mar
Avenue runs through a mix use of commercial and industrial zoning per the Rosemead General
Plan.
Brighton Street: Within the City of Rosemead, Brighton Street runs north and south and is
considered a local road by the California Road Functional Classification Map, with a prima facie
speed limit of 25 mph. Brighton Street is approximately 35 feet wide with one lane of travel in
each direction and no marked center line. Parking is available on the east and west side of Brighton
Street except during street sweeping. Brighton Street is stop controlled on Hershey Street. This
segment of Brighton Street travels through medium density residential zoning, per the Rosemead
General Plan.
Kelburn Avenue: Within the City of Rosemead, Kelburn Avenue runs north and south and is
considered a local road by the California Road Functional Classification Map, with a prima facie
speed limit of 25 mph. Kelburn Avenue is approximately 35 feet wide with one travel lane in each
direction and no marked center line. Parking is available on the east and west side of Kelburn
Avenue except during street sweeping. This segment of Kelburn Avenue travels through medium
density residential zoning and towards open space zoning per the Rosemead General Plan.
Collision data was obtained from the computerized collision records system maintained by the
State of California called the Statewide Integrated Traffic Records Systems (SWITRS). A review
of available collisions that were reported to SWITRS along the segment of Hershey Street between
Del Mar Avenue and Kelburn Avenue was conducted over approximately a 5.5 -year period
between January 2016 through October 2021 (available data at the time of traffic review).
According to the review of the collision history per the SWITRS analysis it can be seen that there
was a total of 10 collisions reported within the 5.5 -year period, with four of those collision
appearing to have occurred on Hershey Street or at the intersections, where all other collisions
occurred on the intersecting streets as the primary road of Del Mar Avenue and Brighton
Boulevard.
Average Daily Traffic (ADT) data was obtained from counts taken on September 9th, 2021 for
Hershey Street between Brighton Street and Kelburn Avenue. All counts were taken when schools
were open and back in session. The ADT was determined to be 319 vehicles per day (vpd).
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To assess the speed at which vehicles were traveling along Hershey Street, speed samples were
taken over a 24-hour period on September 9th, 2021. Based on the Radar Speed Survey, the 85th
percentile speed of vehicles along Hershey Street between Brighton Street and Kelburn Avenue
was determined to be 31 mph. This translates to mean that 85 percent of the vehicles sampled were
traveling at 31 mph or below, which is slightly above the speed limit of 25 mph.
The City of Rosemead does not have a speed hump policy. In October of 2010, a Draft
Neighborhood Traffic Management Plan (NTMP) was brought before the Traffic Commission for
discussion and review. Upon analysis by the City, Speed Humps were not a recommended measure
for the City to consider at that time. Therefore, as part of this review, other traffic calming measures
were evaluated in the traffic analysis and recommendations.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
After a thorough review of existing field and traffic conditions and per the California Manual on
Uniform Traffic Control Devices (CAMUTCD), California Vehicle Code (CVC), based on the
traffic review and engineering judgement, it was determined that the segment along Hershey Street
between Del Mar Avenue and Kelburn Avenue would benefit from a combination from installation
of speed limit signs and upgrades to the existing stop sign locations.
A detailed traffic report and proposed figure diagram is attached as Attachment A to this staff
report, please refer to the proposed diagram (Figure 4) in the attachment.
Below is a detailed list of the recommendations, these improvements are also shown on Figure 4
of Attachment A:
1. NEW SPEED LIMIT SIGNAGE: Install two (2) 25 mph speed limit (R2-1) signs
(30"x36") for both directions of travel (east/west) along Hershey Street as vehicles enter
the segment from Del Mar Avenue and Kelburn Avenue as shown in Figure 4 and as
follows:
a. Speed Limit sign should be installed on the Southside of Hershey Street (for EB)
approximately 220 -feet east of Del Mar Avenue, on the existing street light post.
b. Speed Limit sign should be installed on the northside of Hershey Street (for WB)
approximately 170 -feet west of Kelburn Avenue before the power pole on its own post.
2. EXISTING STOP LOCATION UPGRADE: Install the following items at each existing
stop sign location (4 locations) along Hershey Street at Del Mar Avenue, Brighton Street,
and Kelburn Avenue
a. Red Reflective Strip: Install red reflective strips on the stop sign post.
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b. Stop Sign: Remove and replace the existing faded stop signs with new stops signs (R1-
1) (36"x36").
c. Plaque: Install "Cross Traffic Does Not Stop" plaques (W4 -4P) underneath each of the
new stop signs.
d. "STOP" Bar and Pavement Legend: Refresh the STOP" bar and pavement legend at
each of the existing top sign locations.
Prepared by:
Jana Robbins, Contract Traffic Engineering Division
Attachments:
A. Attachment A - Technical Traffic Engineering Report
B. Attachment B — Courtesy Notification
Attachment A
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TRAN.sTEch
TO: City of Rosemead, Department of Public Works
FROM: Traffic Engineering, Transtech Engineers, Inc.
DATE: October 25, 2021
SUBJECT: Traffic Review on Hershey Street Between Del Mar Avenue and Kelburn Avenue
INTRODUCTION
The City of Rosemead received a resident request to evaluate installation of speed humps along Hershey
Street between Del Mar Avenue and Kelburn Avenue. In response to this request and on behalf of the
City, engineering staff completed a traffic review and recommended appropriate measures on Hershey
Street Between Del Mar Avenue and Kelburn Avenue. The City of Rosemead currently does not have a
speed hump policy, therefore other traffic calming measures were evaluated as part of the traffic
engineering recommendations. The traffic review included an analysis of the existing roadway conditions,
a review of approximately 5.5 years of available collision data, an average daily traffic count (ADT), a 24-
hour speed survey as well as an examination of the field conditions.
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Traffic Review on Hershey Street Between Del Mar Avenue and Kelburn Avenue
Hershey Street: Within the City of Rosemead, Hershey Street runs east and west and is considered a local
road with a prima facie speed limit of 25 mph. Hershey Street runs between Del Mar Avenue and Kelburn
Avenue. Hershey Street is stop controlled at Brighton Street. Hershey Street is approximately 35 feet wide
with one lane in each direction and no marked centerline. Parking is available on the north and south side
of the street except during street sweeping. The street is posted with No Trucks signs. This segment of
Hershey Street travels through medium density residential zoning, per the Rosemead General Plan.
Del Mar Avenue: Within the City of Rosemead, Del Mar Avenue runs north and south and is consider a
minor arterial road by the California Road Functional Classification Maps with a posted speed limit of 35
mph. Del Mar Avenue is approxiamtely 64 feet wide with two lanes of travel in each direction and a double
yellow center line. Parking along the east and west side of Del Mar Avenue is permitted where the curbs
are not marked red. Del Mar Avenue is posted with no parking on City streets for private tour buses (R.M.0
10.24.060). This segment of Del MarAvenue runs through a mix use of commercial and industrial zoning
per the Rosemead General Plan.
Brighton Street: Within the City of Rosemead, Brighton Street runs north and south and is considered a
local road by the California Road Functional Classification Map, with a prima facie speed limit of 25 mph.
Brighton Street is approximately 35 feet wide with one lane of travel in each direction and no marked
center line. Parking is available on the east and west side of Brighton Street except during street sweeping.
Brighton Street is stop controlled on Hershey Street. This segment of Brighton Street travels through
medium density residential zoning, per the Rosemead General Plan.
Kelburn Avenue: Within the City of Rosemead, Kelburn Avenue runs north and south and is considered a
local road by the California Road Functional Classification Map, with a prima facie speed limit of 25 mph.
Kelburn Avenue is approximately 35 feet wide with one travel lane in each direction and no marked center
line. Parking is available on the east and west side of Kelburn Avenue except during street sweeping. This
segment of Kelburn Avenue travels through medium density residential zoning and towards open space
zoning per the Rosemead General Plan.
Figure 2: Existing Conditions on Hershey Street
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COLLISION INVESTIGATION
Collision data was obtained from the computerized collision records system maintained by the State of
California called the Statewide Integrated Traffic Records Systems (SWITRS). A review of available
collisions that were reported to SWITRS along the segment of Hershey Street between Del Mar Avenue
and Kelburn Avenue was conducted over approximately a 5.5 -year period between January 2016 through
October 2021 (available data at the time of traffic review). Based on the information provided, a summary
breakdown of the number of collisions within the studied segment are listed below and shown in Table 1.
2021-1 collision
2020 — 2 collisions
2019 — 2 collisions
2018 — 3 collisions
2017 —1 collision
2016 —1 collision
Table 1: Hershey Street between Del Mar Avenue and Kelburn Avenue
According to the review of the collision history per the SWITRS analysis it can be seen that there was a
total of 10 collisions reported within the 5.5 -year period, with four of those collision appearing to have
occurred on Hershey Street or at the intersections, where all other collisions occurred on the intersecting
streets as the primary road of Del Mar Avenue and Brighton Boulevard.
Of the 10 reported collisions, 2 were with a fixed object, 1 involved a pedestrian, and 7 involved motor
vehicles only. Of these 10 collisions, 2 were due to unsafe speed, 3 involved R -O -W Auto, 1 involved an
improper turn, 1 involved R -O -W Pedestrian, and 3 were not specified. Please refer to Figure 3 for a visual
representation of the collisions along Hershey Street between Del Mar Avenue and Kelburn Avenue during
the selected period.
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According to the review of the collision history per the SWITRS analysis it can be seen that there was a
total of 10 collisions reported within the 5.5 -year period, with four of those collision appearing to have
occurred on Hershey Street or at the intersections, where all other collisions occurred on the intersecting
streets as the primary road of Del Mar Avenue and Brighton Boulevard.
Of the 10 reported collisions, 2 were with a fixed object, 1 involved a pedestrian, and 7 involved motor
vehicles only. Of these 10 collisions, 2 were due to unsafe speed, 3 involved R -O -W Auto, 1 involved an
improper turn, 1 involved R -O -W Pedestrian, and 3 were not specified. Please refer to Figure 3 for a visual
representation of the collisions along Hershey Street between Del Mar Avenue and Kelburn Avenue during
the selected period.
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AVERAGE DAILY TRAFFIC (ADT)
Average Daily Traffic (ADT) data was obtained from counts taken on September 9th, 2021 for Hershey
Street between Brighton Street and Kelburn Avenue. All counts were taken when schools were open and
back in session. A summary of ADT data is shown below in Table 2: Average Daily Traffic (ADT). The ADT
summary is attached (Attachment 1) at the end of the report.
Table 2: 2021 Average Daily Traffic (ADT)
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Vehicles per Day (vpd)
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319
RADAR SPEED SURVEY
To assess the speed at which vehicles were traveling along Hershey Street, speed samples were taken
over a 24-hour period on September 9th, 2021. Based on the Radar Speed Survey, the 85th percentile speed
of vehicles along Hershey Street between Brighton Street and Kelburn Avenue was determined to be 31
mph. This translates to mean that 85 percent of the vehicles sampled were traveling at 31 mph or below,
which is slightly above the speed limit of 25 mph. Table 3 below shows the September 9th, 2021 speed
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Traffic Review on Hershey Street Between Del Mar Avenue and Kelburn Avenue
survey results. A further review of the speed data showed that of the 319 vehicles surveyed, 41 vehicles
traveled between 35 mph to 45 mph, the speed survey determined that no vehicles surveyed were
traveling in excess of 45 mph on this street segment. The speed summary is attached (Attachment 2) at
the end of the report.
Table 3: Radar Speed Survey along Hershey
Street between Del Mar Avenue and Kelburn Avenue
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TRAFFIC CALMING DEVICES AND STRATEGIES
Traffic calming is the process of reducing vehicle speeds using both passive devices, such as signs and
striping, and physical devices such as changes in road elevation or path. As part of this study, traffic
speeds, collisions and traffic volumes were used to assess existing conditions along this segment. The
type, design and placement of traffic calming devices depend upon the road classification, desired traffic
speed and types of traffic issues along Hershey Street between Del Mar Avenue and Kelburn Avenue.
A single traffic calming device placed along a long stretch of road will be marginally effective at slowing
down speed at that isolated location. Implementation of a series of traffic calming devices that work
together have been shown to reduce traffic speeds along the length of the corridor. There are various
traffic calming measures that can reduce the flow and speed of traffic on a street.
The following is a list of common traffic calming measures that can be installed to aid in slowing traffic:
1) Traffic Education Campaign: This consists of flyers, neighborhood meetings, banners and other
notices to assist in making the public aware of the traffic conditions in a certain area.
2) Signage and Pavement Legends: Modifying the signage along the road or change the striping to
narrow travel lanes to effectively slows speeds by changing the travel environment. Signs alert the
Driver to their speed, such as larger speed limit signs or a speed feedback sign. Too many signs can
have an opposite effect on traffic. Therefore, usage of signs should be subject to careful consideration
and compliance with local and regional standards.
3) Larger Dimension Signs: Installation of larger dimensioned signage are recommended as treatments
to increase the motorist's awareness and other Driver conditions by highlighting various areas of the
roadway. All sign dimensions should comply with the dimensions specified in the California Manual of
Uniform Traffic Control Devices (CAMUTCD) Table 213-1 Regulatory Sign and Plaque Sizes. The larger
sizes are shown in the multi -lane column as 36"x36" for stop signs and 30"x36" for speed limits.
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Traffic Review on Hershey Street Between Del Mar Avenue and Kelburn Avenue
Table 213-1. Regulatory Sign and Plague Sizes (Sheet 1 of 4)
Sign or Plaque
Desig
Section
Conven onal Road
1
expressway
1
Freeway
Minimum
Oversized
Single 1
Lane 1
Multi-
Lane
Stop
R1-1
26.05
30x30*! 36 x 36
1 36 x 36
— 30 x 30' 48 x 48
Speed Limit
132.1
28.13
24 x 30' 1 30 x 36
1 36 x 48
1 48 x 60 1 18 x 24' 30 x 36
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5) Radar Feedback Signs: Radar feedback signs are an effective way to alert Drivers of their speed. The
speed of each passing vehicle is taken and displayed next to the posted speed limit.
6) Targeted Police Enforcement: The police department deploys officers to perform enforcement on
residential streets for at least an hour a day.
SPEED HUMP POLICY
The City of Rosemead does not have a speed hump policy. In October of 2010, a Draft Neighborhood
Traffic Management Plan (NTMP) was brought before the Traffic Commission for discussion and review.
Upon analysis by the City, Speed Humps were not a recommended measure for the City to consider at
that time. Therefore, as part of this review, other traffic calming measures were evaluated in the traffic
analysis and recommendations. The installation of speed humps is intended to reduce speeding vehicles
in residential neighborhoods. Speed humps and other pavement undulations are not approved traffic -
control devices as defined in the California Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
(CAMUTCD).
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Traffic Review on Hershey Street Between Del Mar Avenue and Kelburn Avenue
RECOMMENDATIONS
After a thorough review of existing field and traffic conditions and per the California Manual on Uniform
Traffic Control Devices (CAMUTCD), California Vehicle Code (CVC), based on the traffic review and
engineering judgement, it was determined that the segment along Hershey Street between Del Mar
Avenue and Kelburn Avenue would benefit from a combination from installation of speed limit signs and
upgrades to the existing stop sign locations. The improvements are listed below and shown on Figure 4.
1. NEW SPEED LIMIT SIGNAGE: Install two (2) 25 mph speed limit (132-1) signs (30"06") for both
directions of travel (east/west) along Hershey Street as vehicles enter the segment from Del
SPEED
Mar Avenue and Kelburn Avenue as shown in Figure 4 and as follows:
LIMIT
a. Speed Limit sign should be installed on the Southside of Hershey Street (for EB) 2 5
approximately 220 -feet east of Del Mar Avenue, on the existing street light post.
b. Speed Limit sign should be installed on the northside of Hershey Street (for WB)
approximately 170 -feet west of Kelburn Avenue before the power pole on its own post. Speed Limit
(112-1) Sign
2. EXISTING STOP LOCATION UPGRADE: Install the following items at each existing stop sign
location (4 locations) along Hershey Street at Del Mar Avenue, Brighton Street, and Kelburn
Avenue
a. Red Reflective Strip: Install red reflective strips on the stop sign post.
b. Stop Sign: Remove and replace the existing faded stop signs with new stops signs (111-1)
(36"x36").
c. Plaque: Install "Cross Traffic Does Not Stop" plaques (W4 -4P) underneath each of the new Combination Stop
Sign (RS -1), Cross
stop Signs. Traffic Does Not
Stop (W4 -4P),
d. "STOP" Bar and Pavement Legend: Refresh the STOP" bar and pavement legend at each Reflective Strip
of the existing top sign locations.
Figure 4: Proposed Recommendations Diagram
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LEGEND Install two (2) 25 mph speed limit (112-1) Install the following items at each existing stop sign location (4
O SPEED signs (30"x36") for both directions of O locations) along Hershey Street at Del Mar Avenue, Brighton
LIMIT
25 travel (east/west) along Hershey Street � Street, and Kelburn Avenue: Red Reflective Strips on post;
VS as vehicles enter the segment from Del replacement of STOP sign with new STOP sign; "Cross Traffic
Mar Avenue and Kelburn Avenue. Does Not STOP" plaque underneath, and refresh the STOP bar
and pavement legend.
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ATTACHMENTS
1. Average Daily Traffic (ADT) Counts:
a. Hershey Street between Brighton Street and Kelburn Avenue
2. Speed Survey
a. Hershey Street between Brighton Street and Kelburn Avenue
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Traffic Review on Hershey Street Between Del Mar Avenue and Kelburn Avenue
Attachment 1: ADT Counts, Hershey Street between Brighton Street and Kelburn Avenue
Prepared by NDS/ATD
Prepared by Nallooal Data & Surveying S.M..
VOLUME
Hershey St Bet. Brighton St & Kelburn Ave
Day: Thursday
Date: 9/9/2021
City: Rosemead
Project#: CA21_020236_001
AM Peak Hour
DAILYTOTALS
0&:00
08:00
PMPeak Hour
1
0
14:00
166
153
15
25
PM Pk Volume
15
12
319
AM
00:00 Period
0
0
1
Pk Hr Factor
0
1 TOTAL
0.750
12:00 Period
0
SB
0
ED
5
4-6 Volume
IND
2
7 TOTAL
41
00:15
0
0
1
4-6 Peak Hour
0
1
16:30
12:15
0
0
2
4-6Pk Volume
1
3
24
00:30
0
0
0
Pk Hr Factor
1
1
0.857
12:30
0
0
2
2
4
00:45
0
0
1
3
1 2
2
5
12:45
0
0
3
12
1 6
4
18
01:00
0
0
2
0
2
13:00
0
0
2
3
5
01:15
0
0
0
0
13:15
0
0
2
2
4
01:30
0
0
1
0
1
13:30
0
0
1
3
4
01:45
0
0
0
3
0
3
13:45
0
0
2
7
0 8
2
15
02:00
0
0
0
0
14:00
0
0
2
6
8
02:15
0
0
0
1
1
14:15
0
0
3
1
4
02:30
0
0
1
0
1
14:30
0
0
3
3
6
02:45
1 0
0
1
2
0 1
1
3
14:45
0
0
7
15
2 12
9
27
03:00
0
0
0
0
15:00
0
0
2
1
3
03:15
0
0
1
1
2
15:15
0
0
3
2
5
03:3 0
0
0
0
0
15:30
0
0
3
3
6
03:45
0
0
0
1
0 1
2
15:45
0
0
0
8
4 10
4
18
04:00
0
0
1
0
1
16:00
0
0
1
2
3
04:15
0
0
0
0
16:15
0
0
2
1
3
04:30
0
0
0
1
1
16:30
0
0
1
5
6
04:45
0
0
0
1
1 2
1
3
16:45
0
0
5
9
2 30
7
19
05:00
0
0
0
0
17:00
0
0
3
4
7
05:15
0
0
1
0
1
17:15
0
0
3
1
4
05:30
0
0
1
1
2
17:30
0
0
2
3
5
05:45
0
0
0
2
1 2
1
4
17:45
0
0
4
12
2 30
6
22
06:00
0
0
0
0
18:00
0
0
2
1
3
06:15
0
0
0
0
18:15
0
0
2
2
4
06:30
0
0
0
3
3
18:30
0
0
6
2
8
06:45
0
0
0
2 5
2
5
18:45
0
0
2
12
3 8
5
20
07:00
0
0
5
3
8
19:00
0
0
4
3
7
07:15
0
0
4
0
4
19:15
0
0
3
2
5
07:300
0
4
5
9
19:30
0
0
2
0
2
07:45
0
0
1
14
1 9
2
23
1 19:45
0
0
0
9
4 9
4
18
08:00
0
0
4
2
6
20:00
0
0
3
3
6
08:15
0
0
2
5
7
20:15
0
0
1
1
2
08:30
0
0
2
3
5
20:30
0
0
1
1
2
08:45
1 0
0
2
10
5 15
7
25
20:45
0
0
3
8
2 7
5
IS
09:00
0
0
1
2
3
21:00
0
0
1
2
3
09:15
0
0
3
4
7
21:15
0
0
2
1
3
09:300
0
4
1
5
21:30
0
0
2
0
2
09:45
0
0
2
30
1 8
3
18
21:45
0
0
0
5
2 5
2
10
10:00
0
0
2
0
2
22:00
0
0
3
4
7
10:15
0
0
1
0
1
22:15
0
0
0
0
10:30
0
0
1
1
2
22:30
0
0
0
2
2
10:45
0
0
0
4
2 3
2
7 1
22:45
0
0
3
6
1 7
4
13
11:00
0
0
2
0
2
23:00
0
0
1
0
1
11:15
0
0
1
3
4
23:15
0
0
0
1
1
11:300
0
6
2
8
23:30
0
0
2
1
3
11:45
0
0
1
10
5 10
6
20
23:45
0
0
0
3
l 3
1
6
TOTALS
60
58
118
TOTALS
106
95
201
SPLIT%
50.8%
49.2%
37.0%
SPLIT%
52.7%
47.3%
63.0%
DAILYTOTALS
AM Peak Hour
07:00
0&:00
08:00
PMPeak Hour
14:00
14.00
14:00
AM Pk Volume
14
15
25
PM Pk Volume
15
12
27
Pk Hr Factor
0.700
0.750
0.893
Pk Hr Factor
0.536
0.500
0.750
7-9 Volume
24
24
48
4-6 Volume
21
20
41
7-9 Peak Hour
07:00
08:00
08:00
4-6 Peak Hour
16:45
16:15
16:30
7.9 Pk Volume
14
15
25
4-6Pk Volume
13
12
24
Pk Hr Factor
0.700
0.750
0.893
Pk Hr Factor
0.650
0.600
0.857
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Traffic Review on Hershey Street Between Del Mar Avenue and Kelburn Avenue
Attachment 2: Speed Survey, Hershey Street between Brighton Street and Kelburn Avenue
Prepere4 DY wuonal oea 15urveylnp 9ervicee
SPEED
Hershey St Bet. Brighton St & Kelburn Ave
Day: Thursday
Date: 9/9/2021
Summary
City: Rosemead
Project N: CA21_020236_001
00:00 AM
1
1
2
0
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
5
01:00
1
1
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
3
02:00
0
1
1
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
3
03:00
0
0
0
1
0
0
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
2
04:00
2
0
0
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
3
05:00
1
1
0
0
2
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
4
06:00
0
1
2
2
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
5
07:00
8
6
6
2
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
23
08:00
4
8
5
3
5
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
25
09:00
3
5
0
5
5
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
18
10:00
0
1
1
3
2
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
7
11:00
5
3
2
8
2
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
20
12:00 PM
2
3
4
6
2
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
18
13:00
4
2
2
3
3
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
15
14:00
4
3
11
4
3
2
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
27
15:00
0
3
4
9
0
2
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
18
16:00
1
4
5
4
3
2
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
19
17:00
7
7
4
2
1
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
22
18:00
4
3
6
4
2
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
20
19:00
2
4
6
2
3
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
18
20:00
6
2
1
5
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
15
21:00
3
1
1
3
2
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
10
22:00
6
2
3
1
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
13
23:00
1 11
1
2
1
1
01
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
6
%olTonis
20%
20%
OEM
22%
22,
la',.
3:
0:;.
100%
AM Volumes
25
28
20
26
18
0
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
119
11 AM
8%
9%
6%
8%
6%
0%
379=
AM Peak Hour
07:00
08:00
07:00
11:00
08.00
03:M
08:00
Volume
9
8
6
8
5
1
25
PM Volumes
40
35
49
44
22
11
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
201
%PM
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111,
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391
637;
PM Peak Hour
17:00
17:00
14:00
15:00
13:00
14:00
14:00
Volume
7
1
11
9
3
2
27
Directional Peak Periods
AM 7.9
NOON 12-2
PM 4-6
Off Peak Volumes
All Speeds
Volumev6
volume %
VON— %
Volume rs
48 '—' 15%
33 10%
41 13%
197 62%
Street Name Direction Percentiles
15th 50th Average 85th 95th ADT
Hershey St I Summary 1 12 22 1 22 1 31 1 35 319
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Attachment B ff
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Traffic Commission Courtesy Notification
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, November 4, 2021, at the hour of 7:00 p.m., or soon thereafter as the matter may be
heard, the Rosemead Traffic Commission will hold a virtual public meeting for the purpose of reviewing the following item: Traffic Review
on Hershey Street between Del Mar Avenue and Kelburn Avenue.
Pursuant to Assembly Bill (AB) 361, this meeting will be held virtually, and the public will have access to observe the meeting by visiting
www.cityofrosemead.org and may provide real time comments by using zoom or calling the number and using the meeting details below.
In an effort to protect the health and safety of the public and employees while conducting business matters, the following precautions will
be enforced at all public meetings, a protective face covering must be worn, room capacity, and social distancing will be observed.
You are being notified of this meeting because your property is within proximity to the location. We encourage your comments regarding
traffic safety in this area. Citizens' wishing to comment on the night of the meeting may do so by joining via Zoom Meeting ID: 864 5401
7381 Passcode: 501409 or calling (669) 900-9128. Written comments may be submitted via email at publiccommentp_citvofrosemead.org
by 5:00 p.m. Please identify the topic you wish to comment in your email's subject line. All comments are public record and will be recorded
in the official record of the City. Mailed written comments must be addressed to:
City of Rosemead
Public Works Department
8838 E. Valley Boulevard
Rosemead, California 91770
Attention: Director of Public Works
Again, written comments must be received by 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 4, 2021. We appreciate your concern for traffic safety in
the City of Rosemead. Should you have any questions regarding this letter, please contact the Public Works Department at 626-569-2150.
For information please call:
Para obtener mas informaci6n, favor de llamar al:
De biet them chi tiet, xin g9i:
626-569-2150
Location Map
Attachment B
November 4, 2021 Traffic Commission Minutes
Minutes of the Regular
ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION MEETING
November 4, 2021
The regular meeting of the Rosemead Traffic Commission was called to order by Chair Masuda at
7:02 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 8838 E. Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California.
FLAG SALUTE: Vice Chair Quintanilla
INVOCATION: Commissioner Drange
PRESENT: Commissioner Drange, Commissioner Escobar, Commissioner Nguyen, Vice Chair
Quintanilla and Chair Masuda
ABSENT: None
STAFF PRESENT: Traffic Engineer Jana Robbins, Director of Public Works Michael Chung, and
Commission Liaison Daniel Nguyen
1. PUBLIC COMMENTS - None
2. CONSENT CALENDAR
Chair Masuda asked Traffic Commissioners if anyone would like to make revisions or additions to
the minutes of October 7, 2021.
Commissioner Escobar made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Nguyen, to accept
consent calendar. Vote resulted in:
Yes: Drange, Escobar, Nguyen, Quintanilla, Masuda
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
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A. RED CURB REVIEW AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER CURB RAMP OF RIO HONDO
AVENUE AND OLNEY STREET
Traffic Engineer Jana Robbins provided a brief description of the item and presented a PowerPoint
presentation of the studies that were conducted.
Traffic Engineer Jana Robbins explained that the resident requested the City to evaluate the curb
markings for the northeast corner curb ramp of Rio Hondo Avenue and Olney Street. The request
from the resident was for handicapped parking in front of the residence as well as for red curbing
along the curb on either side of the curb ramp.
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Minutes of November 4, 2021
Page 1 of 4
Traffic Engineer Jana Robbins explained as part of the traffic review, engineering staff looked at
the existing roadway conditions, collision data, an average daily traffic count (ADT), and a 24-hour
speed survey.
Traffic Engineer Jana Robbins stated the City has not received the blue curb application from the
resident at this time of review.
On behalf of the City of Rosemead, Traffic Engineer Jana Robbins provided recommendations for
appropriate curb markings near the curb ramp in front of the resident's address at the northeast
corner of Rio Hondo Avenue and Olney Street.
Commissioner Drange asked if residents would park at the curb ramp if there was no red curb
painted.
Traffic Engineer Jana Robbins replied stating it should be implied as you would be cited for parking
and blocking a marked or unmarked crossing or a wheelchair ramp.
Commissioner Escobar made a motion, seconded by Vice Chair Quintanilla, to accept Staff
recommendations. Vote resulted in:
Yes: Drange, Escobar, Nguyen, Quintanilla, Masuda
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
B. TRAFFIC REVIEW ON HERSHEY STREET BETWEEN DEL MAR AVENUE AND
KELBURN AVENUE
Traffic Engineer Jana Robbins provided a brief description of the item and presented a PowerPoint
presentation of the studies that were conducted.
Traffic Engineer Jana Robbins explained that the resident requested the City to evaluate
installation of speed humps along Hershey Street between Del Mar Avenue and Kelburn Avenue.
Traffic Engineer Jana Robbins explained that the City of Rosemead currently does not have a
speed hump policy in place, therefore other traffic calming measures were evaluated as part of the
traffic engineering recommendations.
Traffic Engineer Jana Robbins explained as part of the traffic review, engineering staff looked at
the existing roadway conditions, collision data, an average daily traffic count (ADT), and a 24-hour
speed survey.
On behalf of the City of Rosemead, Traffic Engineer Jana Robbins provided recommendations for
traffic calming measures along Hershey Street between Del Mar Avenue and Kelburn Avenue
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Minutes of November 4, 2021
Page 2 of 4
Commissioner Drange asked why this segment of Brighton Street does not have a stop sign.
Traffic Engineer Jana Robbins responded to Commissioner Drange's question stating this location
would not meet the requirements for a stop sign warrant.
Chair Masuda opened the public comment period.
Speaker Michael P. Austin stated two of his dogs were hit by a car driving at 40 miles per hour.
Chair Masuda recalled the street being downhill in which the speeding had occurred while he was
driving in the area.
Resident Michael commented that in his initial report, he proposed a speed hump before the
decline of the hill as drivers would typically speed up. He also commented due to the incline of the
slope, there was a higher likelihood of an accident to occur.
Chair Masuda commented that when drivers go downhill, they tend to pick up speed, as well as
accelerate when going up a hill.
Chair Masuda closed the public comment period.
Commissioner Nguyen asked what the process was to adopt a speed hump policy.
Traffic Engineer Jana Robbins responded the process would start by going through the Traffic
Commission and then to City Council for approval. When considering a speed hump policy, the
City would need to set a criteria of where and which type of streets would be eligible.
Chair Masuda commented the speed hump policy was brought to Traffic Commission before,
however, it did not move forward. Instead, other traffic calming measures were considered to help
reduce traffic speeding.
Commissioner Nguyen asked when the last time the speed hump policy was brought to Traffic
Commission.
Chair Masuda responded that the speed hump policy was an item that residents have asked for,
however, a decision on it has never been thoroughly discussed because it was not a part of the
traffic calming plan.
Commissioner Escobar made a motion, seconded by Vice Chair Quintanilla, to accept Staff
recommendations. Vote resulted in:
Yes: Drange, Escobar, Nguyen, Quintanilla, Masuda
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
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Minutes of November 4, 2021
Page 3 of 4
4. STAFF REPORTS - None
5. COMMISSIONER REPORTS
Commissioner Drange asked how to agendize specific items received from residents for a future
Traffic Commission meeting.
Director of Public Works Chung responded to start the request on the citizen request management
(CRM) system via the City's website.
Commissioner Drange asked for a follow-up on the City's bicycle plan.
Commission Liaison Nguyen commented he sent an email with information relating to the bicycle
plan to the commissioners.
Commission Liaison Nguyen mentioned that a general question was received via Zoom by
Resident Michael P. Austin, asking "How would one be able to bring a matter before the traffic
commission. Would it be done via form filled out at City Hall?"
Director of Public Works Chung reiterated to start the request on the citizen request management
(CRM) system on the City's website.
6. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 8:18 p.m. The next Traffic Commission meeting is scheduled for
December 2, 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:
Michael Chung,
Director of Public Works
Rosemead Traffic Commission Meeting
Minutes of November 4, 2021
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