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TC - Minutes - 11-06-08Minutes of the Regular ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION MEETING November 6, 2008 The regular meeting of the Rosemead Traffic Commission was called to order by Chairman Knapp at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 8838 E. Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California. FLAG SALUTE: Vice-Chairman Masuda INVOCATION: Commissioner Deary ROLL CALL OF OFFICERS PRESENT: Chairman Knapp, Vice-Chairman Masuda, Commissioner Deary, Commissioner Lewin, Commissioner Russell. OFFICIALS PRESENT: Deputy Public Works Director Marcarello, Field Services Manager Ornellas, Senior Management Analyst Hentabli, and Traffic Engineer Itagaki. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES October 2, 2008 - Regular Meeting Commissioner Deary made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Russell, to approve the minutes along with clarifications. Vote resulted in: Yes: Deary, Knapp, Lewin, Masuda, Russell No: None Abstain: None Absent: None 2. PUBLIC COMMENT FROM THE AUDIENCE - None 3. OLD BUSINESS NEW BUSINESS A. MISSION DRIVE/IVAR AVENUE - Southbound Visibility Concerns and Crosswalk Concerns This item was originally brought before the Commission on July 17, 2008. At that time, the Commission approved the installation of red curb on the north side of Mission Drive east of Ivar Avenue and to add "ladder" striping to the crosswalk. This item has been brought back to the Commission to provide analysis of school pedestrians crossing the intersection of Mission Drive/lvar Avenue within the existing crosswalk. The request is for the installation of a crossing guard, flashing beacon, or in- roadway warning lights to provide additional notification of this school crossing location. Rosemead Traffic Commission Meeting Minutes of November 6, 2008 Page 1 of 9 Staff Recommendation: It is staffs recommendation that the Traffic Commission denies the request for the instal Iation/implementation of additional traffic control devices for the crosswalk on Mission Drive at Ivar Avenue. Commissioner Lewin made a motion, seconded by Chairman Knapp, to approve staff's recommendation and in addition add arrow signs pointing down on both sides of the cross walk. Vote resulted in: Yes: Deary, Knapp, Lewin, Masuda, Russell No: None Abstain: None Absent: None 4. NEW BUSINESS A. Presentation on Citywide Street Striping and Signage Improvement Program As part of the City's Fiscal Year 2008-09 budget, the City Council included funding to update street striping conditions and street signage throughout the City. City staff will review a presentation explaining the project and take input from the Commission on issues related to these work efforts. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Traffic Commission review the presentation and provide input related to the Citywide Street Striping and Signage Improvement Program. Robert Garcia, Representative of Traffic Operations presented to the Traffic Commission and reviewed the street improvement program. The program will help improve the visibility of street and regulatory signs and improve the safety of pedestrians and motorists in the City. B. EARLE AVENUE - Letter Request to Review Parking Conditions SUMMARY City Staff received a letter request from Sheryl Blum, 4824 Earle Avenue, regarding parking conditions along Earle Avenue north of Mission Drive and south of Grand Avenue. Ms. Blum has asked that the Traffic Commission review the existing conditions and identify possible alternatives for improving parking in this area. A petition of residents on Earle Avenue was also included with the letter request. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Traffic Commission direct staff to study this item further and develop recommendations for the Traffic Commission's consideration. Rosemead Traffic Commission Meeting Minutes of November 6, 2008 Page 2 of 9 Sheryl Blum expressed concern over the parking conditions on Earle Avenue; she explained the current problems the residents are experiencing by the surrounding business and their employees. Commissioner Lewin made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Russell, to direct staff to study this item further and develop recommendations. Vote resulted in: Yes: Deary, Knapp, Lewin, Masuda, Russell No: None Abstain: None Absent: None C. SAN GABRIEL BOULEVARD SOUTH OF GARVEY AVENUE - Turning Movement Concerns at Walgreens Driveway Chairperson Knapp and Commissioner Russell both requested this issue be addressed. The concern was with regards to vehicles parking adjacent to this driveway and the left turn access from the driveway onto San Gabriel Boulevard. Staff Recommendation: It is staffs recommendation that the Traffic Commission recommends the following to the City Council: Install 68 feet of red curb on the east side of San Gabriel Boulevard south of the driveway access of Walgreen's south of Garvey Avenue. Install two "No Left Turn" (R3-2) signs for vehicles entering and exiting the Walgreen's driveway on San Gabriel Boulevard south of Garvey Avenue. Remove the left turn pavement marking at the driveway of Walgreen's to be consistent with the proposed "No Left Turn" sign. Commissioner Russell made a motion, seconded by Chairman Knapp, to recommend staff's recommendations to City Council. Vote resulted in: Yes: Deary, Knapp, Lewin, Masuda, Russell No: None Abstain: None Absent: None 5. STAFF REPORTS 6. COMMISSIONER REPORTS Rosemead Tragic Commission Meeting Minutes of November 6, 2008 Page 3 of 9 Commissioner Masuda suggested to the Commission to place a "keep clear intersection" sign on Ivar Avenue and Mission Avenue. Commissioner Lewin indicated there was a visibility issue by the parking lot north of the Rosemead Chamber of Commerce. Also, asked staff to look into Guess and Hart Avenue intersection and add a "stop" sign, as well as, a "right turn only" sign on the Rosemead pool parking lot. Chairman Knapp invited the Commission and residents to attend the Annual Pancake Breakfast organized by People for People. 7. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 8:39 pm. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 4, 2008 at the Rosemead City Hall, City Council Chambers, 8838 East Valley Boulevard. lz~~ Holly Knap , Chairman ATTEST: 6iA.- - Chris Marcarello, Deputy Public Works Director Rosemead Traffic Commission Meeting Minutes or November 6, 2008 Page 4 of 9