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CC - Item 4D - Vibrotactile Pedestrian Pushbutton Device Walnut Grove and Landis View Ln• TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS ROSEME CITY COUNCIL FROM: BILL CR WE, CITY MANAGER DATE: MAY 4, 2005 LI RE: AUTHORIZATION TO INSTALL A VIBROTACTILE PEDESTRIAN PUSHBUTTON DEVICE AT WALNUT GROVE AVENUE AND LANDIS VIEW LANE Mr. Jhon Rodriguez, 620 N. San Gabriel Boulevard, requested the installation of an audible pedestrian signal at the intersection of Walnut Grove Avenue and Landis View Lane. He and his wife are visually impaired and have difficulty in determining if they have the right-of-way to cross the street as they are unable to visually determine if the light has changed. Also, due to the configuration of the intersection adjacent to San Gabriel Boulevard, they are not able to discern the movement of vehicles. Base on guidelines in the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices and a review of ADA requirements, audible pedestrian signals are not required unless there is a demonstrated need at a given location. A request such as that received from Mr. Rodriguez provides the need. After input from local property owners and much deliberation by the Traffic Commission, the Traffic Commission recommended an alternative to an audible pedestrian signal in the form of a vibrotactile device. A vibrotactile device vibrates to notify the visually impaired pedestrian when the "walking person" symbol is being shown. The vibrotactile device provides a vibration at the pedestrian push button location with an arrow pointing in the direction of the crossing. COUNCIL AGE;"to. MAY 10 2005 ITEM Nio. Z • May 4, 2005 Page 2 • It is estimated that the cost to install vibrotactile devices at Walnut Grove Avenue and Landis View Lane is $1,500. RECOMMENDATION Approve the Traffic Commission's recommendation to install a Vibrotactile Pedestrian Pushbutton Device at Walnut Grove Avenue and Landis View Lane and authorize installation of the device by the City's traffic signal maintenance contractor, Republic Electric. Attachment FES.23'2005 09:55 • • Staff Re n Rosemead Traffic Commission TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSSION #3846 P.007 a^ 0,# +30 FROM' JOANNE ITAGAKI, TRAFFIC ENGINEERING DEPUTY DATE: December 27, 2004 RE: Request for Audible Pedestrian Signals at Walnut Grove Avenue and Landis View Lane REQUE Mr. Jhon Rodriguez. 620 N. San Gabriel Boulevard, has requested the installation of audible pedestrian signals at the intersection of Walnut Grove Avenue and Landis View Lane. Mr. Rodriguez's letter Indicated that when they cross Walnut Grove Avenue at Landis View Lane they find it difficult to determine when pedestrians are given the *walking man" symbol because of the contrast in sunlight against the pedestrian signal. CONDITIONS Currently, the intersection of Walnut Grove Avenue and Landis View lane operates with walnut Grove Avenue and San Gabriel Boulevard. One single traffic controller controls these two intersections. Pedestrians crossing Walnut Grove Avenue at Landis View Lane wil get a 'walking man" symbol when the pedestrian push button is activated. At that same time, the vehicles exiting Landis View Lane will receive a green signal. Pedestrians are not allowed to cross Walnut Grove Avenue at San Gabriel Boulevard. Pedestrians must travel north on Walnut Grove Avenue and cross at Landis View Avenue. Pictures of the subject intersection will be available at the Traffic Commission meeting, DISCUSSION ViswKy impaired people often depend on the sounds of traffic to determine when a traffic signal has changed giving them the right-of-way to cross the sheet. When cross street traftic has a low volume of traffic, it can become difficult for visually impaired people to determine when they have been given the right-ol- way. FEB.2312005 04:55 jaMary 6, 2M rrsMe corrrarlssion A%Gtb Request for Audible Pedestrian S"b W Walnut Grove Avenue and Landis View Lane Page 2 of 2 #3896 P.008 q6116 Many cities use audible pedestrian signals to assist visually impaired people in crossing the street. These signals "tweet or cuckoo" notifying pedestrians when the "walking man" phase is on. It is usually silent when the `hand is on. Landis view Lane at Walnut Grove Avenue has a low volume of traffic. This can make it difficult for a visually impaired person to know when the right-of-way has been given to Landis View Lane. With a low volume of traffic, the visually impaired person does not hear vehicles exiting from Landis View Lane and therefore is unsure of the right-of-way for the pedestrian. The City of Rosemead has not received many requests for assistance in crossing the street by visually impaired people. In my tenure at the City, 1 do not know of any other such requests. Audible pedestrian signal requires the installation of a aspeaker" usually on top of the pedestrian signal head. When the 'walking man' is on for the pedestrian, the "tweet or cuckoo" sounds to notify the visually impaired it is time to cross the street There is no sound when the red hand is on. In general, the red hand will be on when the green traffic signal right the button to get a 'walking man' pushed. So, unless a pedestrian pushes signal, the audible pedestrian signal is silent ECO ENDATION it is recommended that audible pedestrian signals be installed at the intersection of Walnut Grove Avenue at Landis View Lane for pedestrians crossing Walnut Grove Avenue. P:106.1WJURSM2M A9e16e9 A 000Wr 11$NJA -wo a Lv WOWS PW 8"IS OC FE.B.2312005 09:55 October 1, 20D4 C43 Dcar Mr. Don Wagner. #3846 P.009 / I- d -C4- My name is Mon Rodriguez, I'm a resident of the city of Rosemead at 620 N San Gabriel Blvd. I'm writing you to address a very important and safety matter that could benefit all residonts of our city. My wife and I axe vismIly im~ and have lived in this area for the last 5 years, in this pcciod of time we had nm inW an issue that we believe is time to let ova city know about for the safety of all pedestrians, our chUdren going and onming back ft m scbod in tbia area and specially fvr tbox who have vision limde iams. At the corner of San Gabrkl Blvd and WADI.Cmcve Ave we do pot have a moss walk area or a traffic light, this signal light is located at Landis View Ln. and Walma Grove Ave. and is not pedestrian frieodly, becMse is in the middle of the street and at rush hours when we have to talc going by and spedally at daytime you c oWt tell if the fi& chwees the contrast of the situ and the colors of it Wbea taffiic stops going one way, bm it = to move on the opposite side. as you know we visual impaired persons rely on traffic movement to Cress a major intersection and since the light is in the middle of the meet we can't really tell wben traffic stops to cross this busy sliest whhout being rum over by a car. We're hoping you could help us with this issue. We believe an audio traffic light or handicap crossing light be a benefit to all of us and keep the safety of the city our top priority matter. If you need to get of hold off me feel free to call me at (626) 571-8682 or (213) 957- 2271. We'll appreciate anything you can do in regards to this matter. Sincerely, j It A k.1 d o'f 0 0 ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION MEETING JANUARY 6, 2005 A regular meeting of the Rosemead Traffic Commission was called to order by Chairperson Knapp at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers, 8838 East Valley Boulevard, Rosemead. ROLL CALL Present: Chairperson Knapp, Vice-Chairperson Matsdorf and Commissioner Quintanilla Absent: Commissioner Benjamin Pledge of Allegiance: Vice-Chairperson Matsdorf Invocation: Chairperson Knapp I. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - December 2, 2004 It was moved by Commissioner Matsdorf, seconded by Commissioner Quintanilla, and carried unanimously to approve the minutes for December 2, 2004. II. REORGANIZATION OF THE ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION It was moved by Commissioner Quintanilla, seconded by Commissioner Matsdorf to defer the reorganization to the month of February in order for Commissioner Benjamin to be present. III. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE - None IV. OLD BUSINESS - None • 0 V. A. REQUEST FOR AUDIBLE PEDESTRIAN SIGNALS AT WALNUT GROVE AND LANDISVIEW LANE Deputy Traffic Engineer Itagaki presented the staff report and passed out some pictures of the intersection to the Commission. After some discussion amongst the Commission, it agreed upon to defer this item to the February Traffic Commission Meeting for further information. B. REQUEST FOR RED CURB ON GLADYS AVENUE SOUTH OF GARVEY AVENUE (WALGREENS) Deputy Traffic Engineer Itagaki presented the staff report. Recommendation: Staff was looking for Traffic Commission direction on this item. It is understandable that Walgreens would like easier access to it's delivery dock. However, removing parking in front of 2749 Gladys Avenue may be a hardship to the residents. Staff is leaning towards a compromise by removing 17 feet of parking in front of 2749 Gladys Avenue. This would provide a remaining 20 feet of parking and provide a clearance to the delivery dock driveway. Staff recommends the Traffic Commission obtain public comment and direct staff on this item. Assistant City Manager Wagner stated that the owner of the Pawn Shop had no problem with the recommendation and thought it was a good idea. After some discussion amongst the Commission, it was moved by Commissioner Matsdorf, seconded by Commissioner Quintanilla, and carried unanimously to approve the Traffic Engineer's recommendation, to remove 17 feet of parking in front of 2749 Gladys Avenue, and inform the residents when this item goes to City Council. FE5.2312005 04:54 #3846 F.005 Staff Report A pvgg~ Roseinmd Traffic Commission sy "Z~ TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSSION FROM: JOANNE ITAGAKI, TRAFFIC ENGINEERING DEPUTY DATE: January 26, 2005 RE: Request for Audible Pedestrian Signals at Walnut Grove Avenue and Landis View Lane - Follow-up At the Traffic Commission's January meeting, the discussion regarding this request lead to questions by the Commission. These questions dealt with the overall obligation of the City for the installation of audible pedestrian signals. The Commission was concerned that the installation of audible pedestrian signals might obligate the City to install these devices throughout the City. The Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) California supplement is now the "traffic manual" used in the state of California regarding traffic devices. The MUTCD indicates that an audible pedestrian signal "may be considered when an engineering study and evaluation have been conducted and the following minimum conditions have been met: a) The proposed intersection crosswalk must be signalized. b) The audible devices should be retrofitted to the existing traffic signal hardware. c) The signalized intersection should be equipped with pedestrian push buttons. d) The selected crosswalk must be suitable for the installation of audible signals, in terms of surrounding land use and traffic patterns. e) There must be a demonstrated need for the audible signals in the form of a request from an individual or group that would use the audible signal, f) The individual or group requesting the device should agree to train the visually impaired users of the audible signals." Staff also made inquiries with Willdan's expert on ADA requirements, Mr. Elroy Kiepke. Mr. Kiepke reviewed the Department of Justice's website and the ADA regulations. Currently, the ADA only regulates the installation of curb ramps within the public right-of way. It does not appear that the ADA would require the installation of audible pedestrian signals throughout the City if one were to be installed at a location. Based on the guidelines in the MUTCD and review of ADA requirements, it appears that audible pedestrian signals would not be required unless then: is a demonstrated need. And, such an installation would not require the City to install audible pedestrian signals throughout the City. FEH.23'2005 09:54 • February $ 2OOtS Tiadfl{c C'ornrtrrtasloR A9 Request far Audible Pedestrian Signals at Walnut Grove Avenue and Landis View Lane - Fellow-up Page 2 of 2 RECOMMENDATION #3846 F.006 p7,~v It is recommended that audible pedestrian signals to installed at the Intersection of Walnut Grove Avenue at Landis View Lane for pedestrians crossing Walnut Grove Avenue. Attachment • January 6. 2005 Agenda Item p,NMjWVjj1RSD=OS A9enon b D=wwr XFWWG & LV audible pod sVM111 fOlbv-up-doC FEB.24'2005 :::45 • • January 27, 2005 Mr. Don Wagner City of Rosemead 8838 East Valley Boulevard Rosemead, CA 81770 Dear Mr. Wagner, #2223 F.002/002 This letter confirms our conversation last week concerning the proposed audible pedestrian signals on Walrhut Grove and Landisview Lane. Ten years ago 1 purchased property in Rosemead and have enjoyed living in such a quiet neighborhood. The prospect of one of these irritatingly noisy signals is more than disturbing and most unacceptable to me. I must firmly object to their plaoernent 100 feet from my front door. It is my understanding that these types of signals are in effect 24 hours a day, seven days a week. I am very familiar with the consbnt piercing, chirping sound they make. My cousin, whom I visit frequently, has four of them approximately 125 feet from her front bedroom. We can hear the chirp if we are eating in the kitchen or chatting in the " room. It is more than annoying. 1 can only krwgine tow aggravati ng it must be to try and fall asleep with that unruly clatter at bedtime. I am not opposed to assisting the handicapped but it should be with an audible signal Drat can be activated upon request In other words, should a blind person require assistance at the crosswalk; they should be able to press a button and it would activate the mechanism for the audible signal, Having been an electrician most of my life; I know that it would be easy to modify the current circuitry to accommodate such a modification. My neighbors. I they under stood the ramriications of these signals. would never be in favor of listening to the obnoxious sound every few minutes all day and night. My next door neighbors would be greatly and adversely impacted by these signals. I'm sure they would be opposed to these signals since their front o__.:~ I- " ~ the proposed placement site. I have made several ; Voytek Michnieki discuss the situation but have been unable to catch President It is unfair that the City of Rosemead should choose of our community any more than the traffic already ( Sincerely, Premier Laundry Systems Tel: (626) 307-4313 e:t.16 Fax: (626) 307.5it29 1000 San Gabriel Blvd., Ste. 107, Rosemead, CA 91770 Gary Gurrola CQUIrMd PALES-seoaza GZ-DEvELOTKU r MASCMG.srancs Homeowner, Walnut Grove 8 Lanndisview lane r- • • ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION MEETING FEBRUARY 3, 2005 A regular meeting of the Rosemead Traffic Commission was called to order by Chairperson Knapp at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers, 8838 East Valley Boulevard, Rosemead. ROLL CALL Present: Chairperson Knapp, Vice-Chairperson Matsdorf, Commissioner Quintanilla, Commissioner Benjamin Absent: None Pledge of Allegiance: Commissioner Knapp Invocation: Commissioner Quintanilla I. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - Tanuary, 6, 2005 It was moved by Commissioner Matsdorf, seconded by Commissioner Quintanilla, to approve the minutes for January 6, 2005. Vote results: Yes: Chairperson Knapp, Vice-Chairperson Matsdorf and Commissioner Quintanilla Noes: None Absent: None Abstain: Commissioner Benjamin II. REORGANIZATION OF THE ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION Chairperson Knapp turned the meeting over to Assistant City Manager, Don Wagner for nominations and election of the new Chairperson. Assistant City Manager Wagner called for nominations. • • Commissioner Benjamin, nominated Commissioner Quintanilla, as Chairman of the Traffic Commission. There being no further nominations, Assistant City Manager Wagner declared nominations closed, and named Commissioner Quintanilla the new Chairperson of the Traffic Commission for the year 2005. Commissioner Quintanilla assumed the chair and opened nominations for Vice-Chairperson. Commissioner Knapp nominated Commissioner Matsdorf. There being no further nominations. Chairperson Quintanilla declared nominations closed, and named Commissioner Matsdorf the Vice-Chairperson for the Traffic Commission for the year 2005. III. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE - NONE IV. OLD BUSINESS A. REQUEST FOR AUDIBLE PEDESTRIAN SIGNALS AT WALNUT GROVE AND LANDISVIEW LANE Deputy Traffic Engineer Itagaki presented the staff report. Recommendation: It was recommended that audible pedestrian signals be installed at the installed at the intersection of Walnut Grove Avenue at Landis View Lane for pedestrian crossing Walnut Grove Avenue. In addition, staff received 2 letters of opposition for the installation, one from Mr. Gary Gurrola and the other from the Offices of Lucinda Moreno. Their main concern is that the audible signal would be operating 24 hours a day. Commissioner Knapp stated that Mr. Gurrola and Ms. Moreno should be informed that the signal would only be triggered when pressed by a pedestrian. Commissioner Benjamin stated that his concerns are that we as a society have too much noise level, from trucks, trains, cars, etc., and studies have shown that all this noise is harmful to our health, and he is not in favor of an audible signal. • • Speaking before the Commission was: Ken Pike 9142 Valley Boulevard Rosemead, California 91770 Mr. Pike stated that the chime on the audible signal is not for the driver, but for the person with the disability. Commissioner Quintanilla asked if there is a decibel standard. Deputy Traffic Engineer Itagaki stated that the decibel standard is regulated by the State. She went on to say that this would be the first one to be installed in the City, and others would be considered only upon request. Speaking before the Commission was: Mr. Gary Gurrola 1032 Walnut Grove Avenue Rosemead, California 91770 Mr. Gurrola stated that his main concern is that the audible signal would be operating 24 hours a day. Deputy Traffic Engineer Itagaki reiterated that the signal would be on 24 hours a day, however, it would only be triggered by the pedestrian pushing the button, and only for 7-10 seconds. Commissioner Benjamin stated this is not a good solution and requires more study, and is afraid that this will set a precedence. Deputy Traffic Engineer Itagaki stated that she will look into another possible solution, and bring it back next month. i i Speaking before the Commission was: Victor Espinoza Monterey Park, California Mr. Espinoza stated that another solution that he is aware of is a signal that vibrates, and this would eliminate the problem with the noise. It was moved by Commissioner Benjamin, seconded by Commissioner Knapp, and carried unanimously to bring this item back next month for further study. V. NEW BUSINESS A. REQUEST FOR RELOCATE BUS STOP FOR EASTBOUND VALLEY BOULEVARD WEST OF HART AVENUE Deputy Traffic Engineer Itagaki presented the staff report. Recommendation: It was recommended that the Traffic Commission consider approving the relocation with the intent that the Council and applicant reach agreement on the funding of the relocation. Speaking before the Commission was: Ken Pike 9142 Valley Boulevard Rosemead, California 91770 Mr. Pike stated that he is a former Councilmember and has owned this property since his return from World War II. He also gave several examples of bus stop locations in the City where the buses cross the signal, stop, making it easier for the buses to pull in and out of traffic, because the traffic is stopped. • Staff Repo ft • Rosemead Traffic Commission TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSSION FROM: JOANNE ITAGAKI, TRAFFIC ENGINEERING DEPUTY DATE: February 22, 2005 RE: Request for Audible Pedestrian Signals at Walnut Grove Avenue and Landis View Lane - Vibrotactile Devices At the Traffic Commission's February meeting, the Commission had a brief discussion on this item. The Commission received comment from Mr. Gary Gurrola a homeowner in the vicinity of Walnut Grove Avenue and Landis View Lane. Mr. Gurrola also submitted letters of support from two other property owners in the area- The Commission expressed concern regarding the audible pedestrian signals and the level of sound in the intersection of Walnut Grove Avenue and Landis View Lane. The Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) provides the guidelines for the sound levels of the audible pedestrian signals. The MUTCD indicates that audible pedestrian signals should provide a maximum volume of 89 dBA or no more than 5 dBA louder than ambient sound in the area. Figure 1 shows the relative sound levels of common sounds. An 89 dBA would relate to anything from a "Home Shop Tool" to a "Snowmobile". However, the 89 dBA is the maximum level allowed for an audible pedestrian signal. If the audible pedestrian signal were to be installed at this location, staff would recommend the sound level be set at 5 dBA louder than the ambient sound in the area. Another alternative to the audible pedestrian signals is the r brotactile device. This device vibrates to notify the visually impaired pedestrian when the "walkin person" symbol is being shown. The vibrotactile device provides a vibration at the pedestrian push button location with an arrow pointing in the direction of the crossing. The vibrotactile device can be installed with or without the use of a locator noise for the push button. March 3, 2005 Traffic Ommission Meeting is Request for Audible Pedestrian Signals at Walnut Grove Avenue and Landis View Lane - Vibrotactile Devices Page (PAGE) of { NUMPAGES } Due to the concerns of the noise level of an audible pedestrian signal by the Traffic Commission and nearby property owners, it is recommended that vibrotactile devices be installed at the intersection of Walnut Grove Avenue at Landis View Lane for pedestrians crossing Walnut Grove Avenue. 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Mr. Gurrola came into my office and informed me of the proposed audible pedestrian signal. He explained the outcome. I strongly agree H7th Mr. Gurrola. If the City of Rosemead feels the need to add "Audible Pedcstrian Signals". the), should be available on an as needed basis only. My office window is eight feet away from subject signal and I am ;neatly opposed to a siren or audible buzzer running 24-hours a day, especially during business hours. Thank you for your anticipated attention Lo this matter. Sincerely, Lucin a Loren • • ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION MEETING MARCH 3, 2005 A regular meeting of the Rosemead Traffic Commission was called to order by Chairperson Knapp at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers, 8838 East Valley Boulevard, Rosemead. ROLL CALL Present: Commissioners Knapp, Quintanilla and Matsdorf Absent Commissioner Benjamin Pledge of Allegiance: Commissioner Matsdorf Invocation: Commissioner Knapp 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - February 3, 2005 It was moved by Commissioner Matsdorf, seconded by Commissioner Knapp, and carried unanimously to approve the minutes for February 3, 2005. II. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE Speaking before the Commission was: Daryl Kelty 4443 Earle Avenue Rosemead, California 91770 Mr. Kelty staffed that at Shuey School, cones are being put up for cars turning left, going west on Wells turning into the school, and people are going into the eastbound traffic lanes. Commissioner Matsdorf stated that she works at the school and the school has sent out letters to the parents reminding them not to'doa that. Mr. Kelty also stated that the "No Parking" signs on Garvey Avenue (both sides), are very faded and need to be replaced. Mr. Kelty went onto say that going south on Del Mar, making a left turn onto Garvey, the left turn lane takes approximately 4 cycles to get through the green light. E E II.. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE - Con't Speaking before the Commission was: An audience member Address: Unknown This gentleman stated that eastbound on Rush Street there are 2 breaks in the median, one that does not have a left turn provision, and people are making a u- turn at this location, blocking traffic. III. OLD BUSINESS A. REQUEST GROVE A OPTION Deputy Traffic Engineer Itagaki presented the staff report. Recommendation: Due to the concerns of the noise level of an audible pedestrian signal by the Traffic Commission and nearby property owners, it was recommended that vibrotactile:devices be installed at the intersection of Walnut Grove Avenue at Landisview Lane for pedestrians crossing Walnut Grove Avenue. Commissioner Matsdorf asked Mr. Jhon Rodriguez if he would be able to use the vibrotactile device. Mr. Rodriguez stated that it should be okay, however, he has never used a vibrotactile device. Deputy Traffic Engineer Itagaki stated that they will' find a location where a vibrotactile device is located and drive Mr. Rodriguez to the location to try it out. In addition, once installed, staff will give Mr. Rodriguez an in-service on how the device works. Commissioner Knapp stated that there are locations Ph Monterey Park where vibrotactile devices are installed. ! 0 Speaking before the Commission was: Jean DeCocker Landis View Lane Rosemead, California 91770 Ms. DeCocker stated that she feels that vibrotactile devices should be installed at several other locations in this area. Deputy Traffic Engineer Itagaki stated that research has shown that people that are visually impaired are trained to listen to traffic, so they know when ifs their time to cross. It was moved by Commissioner Knapp, seconded by Commissioner Matsdorf and carried unanimously to approve the Traffic Engineer's recommendation. IV. NEW BUSINESS - None V. STAFF REPORTS A. CONSIDERATION OF BLUE CURB INSTALLATIONS IN RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOODS Deputy Traffic Engineer Itagaki presented the staff report. Recommendation: It was recommended that the Traffic Commission receive comment from Mr. Martinez and determine what parking restrictions might assist his dilemma or direct staff to proceed with additional analysis. It was further recommended that the Traffic Commission not develop a blue curb policy at this time. Staff will continue to bring such requests to the Commission when they occur and evaluate the requests on an individual basis. Speaking before the Commission was: Eddie A. Martinez 3229 Isabel Avenue Rosemead, CA 91770 Mr. Martinez stated that he has a lot of medical probtems and can't walk very far. He has arthritis, chronic pain, diabetes, needs surgery, on his knee, etc.