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CIVIC PRIDE STAFF REPORT
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TO: THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
FROM: GLORIA MOLLEDA, CITY MANAGER_ .
DATE: SEPTEMBER 10, 2019
SUBJECT: APPROVAL OF EXTENSION OF RED CURB AT 2488 JACKSON
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SUMMARY
The Public Works Department received concerns from residents of the neighboring area of
traffic safety concerns and requested for extension of an existing red curb at the southeast corner
of Jackson Avenue and Garvalia Avenue (2488 Jackson Avenue). The residents described that
cars parked on the southeast corner of Jackson Avenue obstruct the view of oncoming
northbound vehicles of westbound stopped vehicles on Garvalia Avenue.
The current curb parking area extends approximately 65 feet south from the existing
approximately 10 feet of red curb to the first driveway south of Garvalia Avenue (2482-2484
Garvalia Avenue). The 65 feet of available parking accommodates three parking spaces of 20
feet in length, which is the minimum length for a parking space established in the California
Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices. Extending the red curb south a distance of 15 feet
would leave 50 feet in length of available parking which would accommodate two parking
spaces.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council approve the extension of 15 feet of red curb on the
eastside of Jackson Avenue at 2488 Jackson Avenue to improve visibility of northbound
oncoming traffic.
This request was reviewed and recommended for approval as an action agenda item by the
Traffic Commission at their meeting of August 1, 2019. Traffic Commission also requested that
staff conduct a study for four-way stop sign at this intersection to improve traffic safety, if
warranted.
AGENDA ITEM NO. 5.0
City Council Meeting
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ANALYSIS
Neighboring residents expressed concerns that vehicles are parking too close at the southeast
corner of Jackson Avenue and Garvalia Avenue obstructing the view of oncoming northbound
vehicles of westbound stopped vehicles on Garvalia Avenue.
Jackson Avenue is approximately 38 feet wide in a single-family residential neighborhood.
Opposing lanes of traffic on Jackson Avenue are separated by a skip yellow centerline. There
are painted parking/edge-lines on both sides of Jackson Avenue. Parking is permitted on both
sides of the street and currently is unrestricted with the exception of certain hours every week for
street sweeping.
Garvalia Avenue is approximately 40 feet wide and is Stop controlled in both directions at
Jackson Avenue. Parking is permitted on both sides of the street and currently is unrestricted
with the exception of certain hours every week for street sweeping.
Staff conducted site visits in May and July, 2019, and determined that approximately 65 feet of
parking is allowed on the eastside of Jackson Avenue from the driveway of 2482-2484 Jackson
Avenue north towards Garvalia Avenue. By extending the existing red curb 15 feet southbound,
sight issues will be mitigated without any significant parking implications.
The reported collision history for the intersection was reviewed from January 1, 2015 to
December 31, 2017 (most recent data available). There was one reported collision in 2016
involving a westbound vehicle travelling straight colliding with a southbound vehicle proceeding
straight. No other right-angle/broadside type collisions were reported during this three-year
period.
FISCAL IMPACT
Funding is available for curb painting in Public Works' Field Services Budget.
STRATEGIC PLAN IMPACT
The study on the red curb at 2488 Jackson street was initiated by residents that expressed
concerns over vehicle safety in the area. In the 2018-2020 Strategic Plan, "Strategy 2 Public
Safety" states to expand community engagement through policing, fire safety and public safety.
This red curb request is a direct result of community engagement to enhance public safety.
PUBLIC NOTICE PROCESS
This item has been noticed through the regular agenda notification process.
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Prepared By: Submitted By:
Ahmad Ansari, P.E., Acting Contract City Engineer Chris Dast , irector o Public Works
Attachment A: Site Photo
Attachment B: Vicinity Map/Proposed Red Curb
Attachment C: Public Notification
Attachment D: Traffic Commission Staff Report
Attachment E: Draft Traffic Commission Minutes
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Attachment C
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Traffic Commission Courtesy Notification
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, August 1, 2019, at the hour of 7:00 p.m., or soon thereafter as the matter may be
heard, the Rosemead Traffic Commission will hold a public meeting in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 8838 E. Valley Boulevard,
Rosemead, California 91770, for the purpose of reviewing the possible extension of parking restrictions (red curbing) on the southeast
corner of 2488 Jackson Avenue. The City received a request from a concerned resident that vehicles parked on the southeast corner of
Jackson Avenue obstruct the view of oncoming northbound vehicles for westbound stopped vehicles on Garvalia Avenue.
You are being notified of this meeting because your property is within close proximity to the location. We encourage your comments
regarding traffic safety in this area. Citizens' wishing to comment may do so by either attending the Traffic Commission meeting,or by
sending a comment letter by 5:00 p.m.on Thursday,August 1,2019. Written comments must be addressed to:
City of Rosemead
Public Works Department
8838 E.Valley Boulevard
Rosemead,California 91770
Attention: Mr.Ahmad Ansari,P.E.,Interim Contract Public Works Director/City Engineer
Written comments may be mailed to the above address,emailed to ahmad.ansari@transtech.org,or faxed to(626)307-9218. Again,only
letters received by 5:00 p.m. on Thursday,August 1,2019,will be accepted. We appreciate your concern for traffic safety in the City of
Rosemead. Should you have any questions regarding this letter, please contact Interim Contract Public Works Director/City Engineer
Ahmad Ansari,P.E.at 626-569-2158.
For information please call:
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DATE: AUGUST 1,2019
SUBJECT: REQUEST FOR INSTALLATION OF RED CURB AT 2488 JACKSON AVENUE
SUMMARY
Staff has received a request from a resident for an extension of red curb on the southeast corner of Jackson
Avenue and Garvalia Avenue at 2488 Jackson Avenue, The resident's concern describes that cars parked
on the southeast corner of Jackson Avenue obstruct the view of oncoming northbound vehicles for
westbound stopped vehicles on Garvalia Avenue.
Vehicles parked on the southeast corner of Jackson Avenue and Garvalia Avenue are parked on the
eastside of Jackson Avenue south of Garvalia Avenue. The curb parking extends approximately 65-feet
south from the existing-10 feet of red curb to the first driveway south of Garvalia Avenue (2482-2484
Garvalia Avenue). The 65-feet of available parking accommodates 3 parking spaces of 20-feet in length,
which is the minimum length for a parking space established in the California Manual on Uniform Traffic
Control Devices. Extending the red curb south a distance of 15-feet would leave 50-feet in length of
available parking which would accommodate 2 parking spaces.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the Traffic Commission approve the extension of 15 feet of red curb on the eastside
of Jackson Avenue at 2488 Jackson Avenue to improve visibility of northbound oncoming traffic.
ANALYSIS
A resident has expressed a concern that vehicles are parking too close on the southeast corner of Jackson
Avenue and Garvalia Avenue obstructing the view of oncoming northbound vehicles for westbound
stopped vehicles on Garvalia Avenue.
Jackson Avenue is approximately 38-feet wide in a single-family residential neighborhood. Opposing
lanes of traffic on Jackson Avenue are separated by a skip yellow centerline. There are painted
parkingledgelines on both sides of Jackson Avenue. Parking is permitted on both sides of the street and
currently is unrestricted with the exception of certain hours every week for street sweeping.
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Garvalia Avenue is approximately 40-feet wide and is Stop controlled in both directions at Jackson
Avenue. Parking is permitted on both sides of the street and currently is unrestricted with the exception
of certain hours every week for street sweeping.
Staff conducted a site visit on Wednesday morning, May 15,2019 and determined that approximately 65-
feet of parking is allowed on the eastside of Jackson Avenue from the driveway of 2482-2484 Jackson
Avenue north towards Garvalia Avenue. By extending the existing red curb 15-feet southbound, sight
issues will be mitigated without any significant parking implications.
The reported collision history for the intersection was reviewed from January 1, 2015 to December 31,
2017 (most recent data available). There was 1 reported collision in 2016 involving a westbound vehicle
travelling straight colliding with a southbound vehicle proceeding straight. No other right-angle/broadside
type collisions were reported during this 3 year period.
PUBLIC NOTICE PROCESS
This item has been noticed through the regular agenda notification process, as well as notification to 43
property owners located within a 300-foot radius of the subject property.
Prepared By:
Ahmad Ansari, P.E.
Interim Director of Public Works/City Engineer
Attachments:
1. Site Photo
2. Vicinity Map/Proposed Red Curb
3. Public Notification
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Attachment 2
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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, August I, 2019, at the hour of 7:00 p.m., or soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, the
Rosemead Traffic Commission will hold a public meeting in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 8838 E. Valley Boulevard,Rosemead,California
91770, for the purpose of reviewing the possible extension of parking restrictions(red curbing)on the southeast corner of 2488 Jackson Avenue.
the City received a request from a concerned resident that vehicles parked on the southeast corner of Jackson Avenue obstruct the view of oncoming
northbound vehicles for westbound stopped vehicles on Garvalia Avenue.
You are being notified of this meeting because your property is within close proximity to the location. We encourage your comments regarding
traffic safety in this area. Citizens' wishing to comment may do so by either attending the Traffic Commission meeting,or by sending a comment
letter by 5:00 p.m.on Thursday,August 1,2019. Written comments must be addressed to:
City of Rosemead
Public Works Department
8838 E.Valley Boulevard
Rosemead,California 91770
Attention: Mr. Ahmad Ansari,P.E.,Interim Director of Public Works/City Engineer
Written comments may be mailed to the above address, emailed to ahmad.ansari@transtech.org, or faxed to(626)307-9218. Again, only lettere
received by 5:00 p.m.on Thursday,August 1,2019,will be accepted. We appreciate your concern for traffic safety in the City of Rosemead. Should
you have any questions regarding this letter, please contact the Interim Director of Public Works/City Engineer Ahmad Ansari, P.E. at
526-569-2158.
For information please call:
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Attachment D
Traffic Commission Staff Report
Dated August 1 , 2019
Minutes of the
ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION MEETING
August 1,2019
The regular meeting of the Rosemead Traffic Commission was called to order by Chair Masuda at 7:05 p.m. in
the Council Chamber,8838 E.Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California.
FLAG SALUTE: Chair Masuda
INVOCATION: Vice-Chair Ornelas
PRESENT: Chair Masuda,Vice-Chair Ornelas, Commissioner Lim and Commissioner Ly
ABSENT: Commissioner Quintanilla
REORGANIZATION: Vice-Chair Ornelas nominated Commissioner Masuda as Chair. Commissioner Lim
motioned,seconded by Vice-Chair Ornelas. Motion was carried out by the following votes:
Yes: Lim, Ornelas, Masuda,and Ly
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Quintanilla
Chair Masuda nominated Commissioner Ornelas as Vice-Chair. Commissioner Lim motioned, seconded by
Commissioner Ly. Motion was carried out by the following votes:
Yes:Lim, Ly, Ornelas,and Masuda
No:None
Abstain: None
Absent: Quintanilla
STAFF PRESENT: Interim Director of Public Works/City Engineer Ahmad Ansari and Administrative Analyst Silvia
Llamas
1. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Sonneary Samuth,resident at 4870 Walnut Grove Avenue stated she submitted plans for a room addition,and one
of the requirements was to close her driveway and use street parking. Ms. Samuth asked if she could keep her
driveway.
Staff responded that they will talk to the Planning Department and find out the reasoning for the driveway closure
and contact her with the findings.
Arthur Landing, resident at 4864 Walnut Grove Avenue also concurred with Ms. Samuth request and would like to
appeal the decision.
Staff informed Mr. Landing that they would contact him once they gather the information.t.
2. NEW BUSINESS
A. REQUEST FOR INSTALLATION OF RED CURB AT 2488 JACKSON AVENUE
Staff provided a brief description of the item,and with recommending the Traffic Commission approve the extension
of 15 feet of red curb to the eastside of Jackson Avenue to improve visibility of oncoming northbound traffic.
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Commissioner Ly asked staff if it would be beneficial to the residents in the area to implement a four-way stop at
that intersection.
Staff replied to the Commission that a study could be done and if it passes the warrant, it could be done.
Commissioner Ly mention that north of Garvalia Avenue there are two schools, there is heavy traffic, and during
school pick-up times there may be potential issues.
Staff informed the Commissioners if the warrant study warrants a four-way stop sign,then appropriate actions can
be taken, if a four-way stop is not warranted, it's not uncommon to extend the red curb in these types of situations.
Commissioner Lim asked if any studies were done on traffic collision at that intersection.
Staff informed the Commission that from January 2015 to December 31, 2017 there has been one reported
collision.
Vice Chair Ornelas went to the location and recommended extending the red curb.
Chair Masuda agreed with extending the red curb and suggested having a study done at that location to see if a
red curb can be installed at the northeast corner.
Staff informed the Commission that they will move forward with the study at that intersection to see if a four-way
stop is warranted in that intersection.
Vice Chair Ornelas motioned, seconded by Commissioner Lim to approve staff's recommendation that the Traffic
Commission propose to the City Council the extension of 15 feet of red curb on the eastside of Jackson Avenue at
2488 Jackson Avenue to improve visibility of oncoming northbound traffic. Votes resulted in:
Yes:Ornelas, Lim, Masuda and Ly
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Quintanilla
B. REQUEST FOR INSTALLATION OF RED CURB AT 2516 MUSCATEL AVENUE
Staff provided the Traffic Commissioners with a brief description of the item, along with recommending that the
Traffic Commission deny the request to paint 5 feet of red curb on both the north and the south of the driveway
apron at 2516 Muscatel Avenue.
Tam Hang, resident at 2516 Muscatel Avenue expressed concerns with people parking in front of her house and
is requesting for the curb to be painted red.
Commissioner Lim commented that street parking is on a public roadway and if she is having problems with certain
individuals,she should call the sheriff's department. Mr.Lim also asked Ms.Hang if she was having trouble backing
out of her driveway.
Ms. Hang responded that due to having a narrow driveway, she has trouble backing out.
Commissioner Lim suggested to Ms. Hang to apply to extend her driveway apron.
Commissioner Lim motioned, seconded by Commissioner Ly to approve staff's recommendation that the Traffic
Commission propose to the City Council to deny the request to paint 5 feet of red curb on both the north and the
south of the driveway apron at 2516 Muscatel Avenue. Votes resulted in:
Yes: Lim, Ly, Ornelas and Masuda
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No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Quintanilla
3. STAFF REPORT
Staff provided the Traffic Commission with an update on current and upcoming city events.
4. COMMISSIONER REPORTS
Commissioner Ly requested if staff can talk to the construction company working on Walnut Grove Avenue and
ask if they can level the temporary construction plates because they are high and unsafe.
Chair Masuda asked if there are any plans on recoating the streets in Rosemead.
5. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 7:58 p.m. The next Traffic Commission meeting is scheduled for September 5, 2019 at
7:00 p.m., in the City Council Chamber at City Hall, located at 8838 East Valley Boulevard.
Howard Masuda
Chair
ATTEST:
Ahmad Ansari
Interim Director of Public'WorkslCity Engineer
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