CC - Item 4F - Approval of Traffic Improvement at the Intersection of Hart Avenue and Steele StreetROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL
STAFF REPORT
TO: THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
FROM: BEN KIM, CITY MANAGER
DATE: JANUARY 10, 2023
SUBJECT: APPROVAL OF TRAFFIC IMPROVEMENTS AT THE INTERSECTION
OF HART AVENUE AND STEELE STREET
SUMMARY
At the October 6, 2022, Traffic Commission Meeting, staff presented recommendations and
options for traffic improvements at the intersection of Hart Avenue and Steele Street. After
discussion and presentation of the item, the Traffic Commission approved the staffs traffic
improvement recommendations for the intersection. The Traffic Commission recommended items
are shown on the "Installation Exhibit" in Attachment C. Public Works Field Services staff will
complete all the recommended items. Additional materials and supplies that may be required to
complete the work will be purchased and funded by the approved Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Traffic
Signs and Markers budget.
BACKGROUND
The City of Rosemead received a resident request to conduct a traffic review at the intersection of
Hart Avenue and Steele Street due to reported speeding concerns and to consider placing an all -
way stop at the intersection. In response to this request, engineering staff completed a traffic review
and recommended appropriate measures at this intersection. The traffic review included an
analysis of the existing roadway conditions, a review of approximately 3 years of available
collision data, an ADT (Average Daily Traffic) count as well as a 24 -Hour Speed Survey, as well
as an examination of existing field conditions.
ANALYSIS
Hart Avenue is a north -south major collector road. Hart Avenue is approximately 36' (feet) wide
with a Prima Facie speed limit of 25 MPH and one lane in each direction with approximately 50'
(feet) of double yellow centerline located along Hart Avenue, south of Valley Boulevard. Parking
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is allowed along the east side and west side of Hart Avenue except for areas marked with red curb,
and on Wednesdays from LOAM to 2PM due to street sweeping. Land use along this segment of
Hart Avenue is a mixture of Medium Commercial and Single Family Residential.
Steele Street is an east -west local road. Steele Street is 36' (feet) wide with a posted speed limit of
25 MPH and one lane in each direction with no marked centerline. Steele Street intersects with
Hart Avenue at a two-way Stop controlled intersection. Parking along the north side and south side
of Steele Street is allowed except for areas marked with red curb, and on Wednesdays from I OAM
to 2PM due to street sweeping. Land use along Steele Street is primarily Single Family Residential.
A Collision History Analysis and investigation was conducted for the subject location. Collision
data was obtained from the computerized collision records system maintained by the State of
California called the Statewide Integrated Traffic Records Systems (SWITRS). The collision
analysis was conducted over approximately a 3 -year period between August 2020 through August
2022 (available data at the time of traffic review). The analysis included a review of all collisions
that occurred within 250 -feet from the intersection of Hart Avenue and Steele Street. Based on the
data, there were no reported collision that occurred at this location.
Average Daily Traffic (ADT) data was obtained from counts taken on February 3rd, 2022, for both
Steele Street and Hart Avenue. All counts were taken when schools were open and back in session.
Steele Street West of Hart Avenue carries 559 vehicles per day and Steele Street East of Hart
Avenue carries 582 vehicles per day per the ADT counts. Hart Avenue South of Steele Street
carries 783 vehicles per day per the ADT count.
To assess the speed at which vehicles are traveling along the intersection of Hart Avenue and
Steele Street, speed samples were taken on February 3rd, 2022. The 85th percentile speed of
vehicles traveling along Hart Avenue, south of Steele Street was at 27 MPH. This translates to
mean that 85 percent of the vehicles sampled are traveling at 27 mph or below with 85% above 27
MPH which is just slightly the posted speed limit of 25 MPH.
As part of this review the resident requested the City to consider placing all -way stop control at
the intersection of Hart Avenue and Steele Street. Traffic control devices work in concert with the
basic "rules of the road" contained in traffic laws and ordinances. The California Manual on
Uniform Traffic Control Devices (CAMUTCD Section 2B.07) describes applications, warrants,
and placement of STOP signs (Rl-1). Stop signs are not used as a speed control device and should
be used only where warranted. The placement of these signs is dictated by engineering judgment
and based on guidelines found in the CAMUTCD and CVC. The criteria for determining if two-
way or all -way stop control is warranted is based on a minimum volume on each of the street
approaches, accident investigation, speed of traffic, number of pedestrians and potential sight
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obstructions. Multi -way stop control is used where the volume of traffic on the intersecting roads
is equal.
As a part of this study, a stop sign installation analysis review of the intersection of Hart Avenue
and Steele Street was conducted. Based on the analysis and field review conducted it was
determined that the intersections did not meet the warrants for the installation of All -Way STOP
control.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
The Traffic Commission voted 4-0 to approve staff recommendations. It is recommended that the
City Council approve the Traffic Commission recommended items including:
1. Install 25 MPH speed limit sign and Pavement Legend for NB and SB travel along Hart
Avenue.
• Install 25MPH speed limit sign (R2-1) (30"06") and Pavement Legend on the north
east corner of Hart Avenue and Guess Street, approx. 30 feet north of Guess Street, for
NB travel along Hart Avenue. Per CAMUTCD 211.13.
Install 25MPH speed limit sign (R2-1) (30"06") and Pavement Legend on the south
west corner of Hart Avenue and Valley Boulevard, approx. 30 feet south of Valley
Boulevard, for SB travel along Hart Avenue. Per CAMUTCD 211.13.
2. Repaint "STOP" pavement legend and stop bar at the intersection of Steele Street
and Hart Avenue.
Repaint existing "STOP" pavement legend and stop bar located at the intersection
of Steele Street and Hart Avenue. Per CAMUTCD Section 311.20.
3. Install CROSS TRAFFIC DOES NOT STOP plaque beneath the existing STOP signs
located at the intersection of Steele Street and Hart Avenue.
Install CROSS TRAFFIC DOES NOT STOP PLAQUE (W44P) on the existing
Stop signposts located at the intersection of Steele Street and Hart Avenue, for WB
& EB travel along Steele Street. Per CAMUTCD Section 2C.59
FINANCIAL IMPACT
The City of Rosemead Public Works Field Services Division will complete the recommended
items utilizing approved Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Traffic Signs and Markers available fiends in
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account 201-3010-5660. All recommended items will be performed by in-house staff. If necessary,
additional materials and supplies may be purchased at a minimal expense to complete the tasks.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The proposed work involves the maintenance and minor alteration of existing public infrastructure;
therefore, the project is Class 1 Categorically Exempt pursuant to the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA).
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.
Submitted by:
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Michael Chung, P.E.
Director of Public Works
Attachment A: October 6, 2022 Traffic Commission Staff Report
Attachment B: October 6, 2022 Traffic Commission Minutes
Attachment C: Installation Exhibit
Attachment A
October 6, 2022 Traffic Commission Staff Report
ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION
TO: TRAFFIC COMMISSION
STAFF REPORT
FROM: MICHAEL CHUNG, P.E., DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS
DATE: OCTOBER 6, 2022
SUBJECT: TRAFFIC REVIEW AT THE INTERSECTION OF HART AVENUE AND
STEELE STREET
SUMMARY
On behalf of the City of Rosemead, engineering staff completed a traffic review and recommended
appropriate traffic improvements at the intersection of Hart Avenue and Steele Street.
The City of Rosemead received a resident request to conduct a traffic review at the intersection of
Hart Avenue and Steele Street due to reported speeding concerns and to consider placing an all -
way stop at the intersection. In response to this request and on behalf of the City, engineering staff
completed a traffic review and recommended appropriate measures at this intersection.
ANALYSIS
The traffic review included an analysis of the existing roadway conditions, a review of
approximately 3 years of available collision data, an ADT (Average Daily Traffic) count as well
as a 24 -Hour Speed Survey, as well as an examination of existing field conditions.
Existing Conditions:
Hart Avenue: Hart Avenue is a north -south major collector road. Hart Avenue is approximately
36' (feet) wide with a Prima Facie speed limit of 25 MPH and one lane in each direction with
approximately 50' (feet) of double yellow centerline located along Hart Avenue, south of Valley
Boulevard. Parking is allowed along the east side and west side of Hart Avenue except for areas
marked with red curb, and on Wednesdays from LOAM to 2PM due to street sweeping. Land use
along this segment of Hart Avenue is a mixture of Medium Commercial and Single Family
Residential.
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Steele Street: Steele Street is an east -west local road. Steele Street is 36' (feet) wide with a posted
speed limit of 25 MPH and one lane in each direction with no marked centerline. Steele Street
intersects with Hart Avenue at a two-way Stop controlled intersection. Parking along the north
side and south side of Steele Street is allowed except for areas marked with red curb, and on
Wednesdays from I OAM to 2PM due to street sweeping. Land use along Steele Street is primarily
Single Family Residential.
Collision Investigation: A Collision History Analysis and investigation was conducted for the
subject location. Collision data was obtained from the computerized collision records system
maintained by the State of California called the Statewide Integrated Traffic Records Systems
(SWITRS). The collision analysis was conducted over approximately a 3 -year period between
August 2020 through August 2022 (available data at the time of traffic review). The analysis
included a review of all collisions that occurred within 250 -feet from the intersection of Hart
Avenue and Steele Street. Based on the data, there were no reported collision that occurred at this
location.
Average Daily Traffic (ADT): Average Daily Traffic (ADT) data was obtained from counts taken
on February 3rd, 2022, for both Steele Street and Hart Avenue. All counts were taken when schools
were open and back in session. Steele Street West of Hart Avenue carries 559 vehicles per day and
Steele Street East of Hart Avenue carries 582 vehicles per day per the ADT counts. Hart Avenue
South of Steele Street carries 783 vehicles per day per the ADT count.
Speed Survey: To assess the speed at which vehicles are traveling along the intersection of Hart
Avenue and Steele Street, speed samples were taken on February 3rd, 2022. The 85th percentile
speed of vehicles traveling along Hart Avenue, south of Steele Street was at 27 mph. This translates
to mean that 85 percent of the vehicles sampled are traveling at 27 mph or below with 85% above
27 mph which is just slightly the posted speed limit of 25 mph.
All -Way Stop Control Analysis: As part of this review the resident requested the City to consider
placing all -way stop control at the intersection of Hart Avenue and Steele Street. Traffic control
devices work in concert with the basic "rules of the road" contained in traffic laws and ordinances.
The California Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (CAMUTCD Section 213.07)
describes applications, warrants, and placement of STOP signs (RI -1). Stop signs are not used as
a speed control device and should be used only where warranted. The placement of these signs is
dictated by engineering judgment and based on guidelines found in the CAMUTCD and CVC. The
criteria for determining if two-way or all -way stop control is warranted is based on a minimum
volume on each of the street approaches, accident investigation, speed of traffic, number of
pedestrians and potential sight obstructions. Multi -way stop control is used where the volume of
traffic on the intersecting roads is equal.
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As a part of this study, a stop sign installation analysis review of the intersection of Hart Avenue
and Steele Street was conducted. Based on the analysis and field review conducted it was
determined that the intersections did not meet the warrants for the installation of All -Way STOP
control.
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 intersection of Hart Avenue
and Steele Street would benefit from a combination of improvements that include the installation
of speed limit signs, refresh of stop bars and stop legends as well as warnings signs alerting drivers
that CROSS TRAFFIC DOES NOT STOP.
Please refer to Figure 3 in Attachment A for a conceptual exhibit representation of the proposed
recommendations.
These improvements include:
1. Install 25 MPH speed limit sign and Pavement Legend for NB and SB travel along Hart
Avenue.
• Install 25MPH speed limit sign (R2-1) (30"06") and Pavement Legend on the north
east corner of Hart Avenue and Guess Street, approx. 30 feet north of Guess Street, for
NB travel along Hart Avenue. Per CAMUTCD 211.13.
Install 25MPH speed limit sign (R2-1) (30"x36') and Pavement Legend on the south
west comer of Hart Avenue and Valley Boulevard, approx. 30 feet south of Valley
Boulevard, for SB travel along Hart Avenue. Per CAMUTCD 2B.13.
2. Repaint "STOP" pavement legend and stop bar at the intersection of Steele Street
and Hart Avenue.
• Repaint existing "STOP" pavement legend and stop bar located at the intersection
of Steele Street and Hart Avenue. Per CAMUTCD Section 3B.20.
3. Install CROSS TRAFFIC DOES NOT STOP plaque beneath the existing STOP signs
located at the intersection of Steele Street and Hart Avenue.
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Install CROSS TRAFFIC DOES NOT STOP PLAQUE (W44P) on the existing
Stop signposts located at the intersection of Steele Street and Hart Avenue, for WB
& EB travel along Steele Street. Per CAMUTCD Section 2C.59
A detailed traffic report and proposed figure diagram is attached as Attachment A to this staff
report, please refer to the proposed diagram in the attachment.
Prepared by:
Jana Robbins, Contract Traffic Engineering Division
Attachments:
A. Attachment A — Technical Traffic Engineering Report
TRANSTEch
TO:
City of Rosemead, Public Works Department
FROM:
Traffic Engineering, Transtech Engineers, Inc.
DATE:
October 6, 2022
SUBJECT:
Traffic Review at the Intersection of Hart Avenue and Steele Street
The City of Rosemead received a resident request to conduct a traffic review at the intersection of Hart
Avenue and Steele Street to evaluate a resident request to address speeding concerns within this
segment. The resident has stated that the intersection at Hart Avenue and Steele Street would benefit
from the installation of an All -Way stop or from the installation of speed bumps. In response to this
request and on behalf of the City, engineering staff completed a traffic review and recommended
appropriate measures at this intersection. The traffic review included an analysis of the existing roadway
conditions, a review of approximately 3 years of available collision data, an ADT (Average Daily Traffic)
count as well as a 24 -Hour Speed Survey, as well as an examination of existing field conditions.
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EXISTING CONDITIONS
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Hart Avenue: Within the City of Rosemead, Hart Avenue is a north -south major collector road. Hart
Avenue is approximately 36' (feet) wide with a Prima Facie speed limit of 25 MPH and one lane in each
direction with approximately 50' (feet) of double yellow centerline located along Hart Avenue, south of
Valley Boulevard. Parking is allowed along the east side and west side of Hart Avenue except for areas
marked with red curb, and on Wednesdays from LOAM to 2PM due to street sweeping. Land use along
this segment of Hart Avenue is a mixture of Medium Commercial and Single Family Residential.
Steele Street: Within the City of Rosemead, Steele Street is an east -west local road. Steele Street is
approximately 36' (feet) wide with a posted speed limit of 25 MPH and one lane in each direction with no
marked centerline. Steele Street intersects with Hart Avenue at a two-way Stop controlled intersection.
Parking along the north side and south side of Steele Street is allowed except for areas marked with red
curb, and on Wednesdays from LOAM to 213M due to street sweeping. Land use along Steele Street is
primarily Single Family Residential.
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PICTURE SUMMARY
COLLISION INVESTIGATION
A Collision History Analysis and investigation was conducted for the subject location. Collision data was
obtained from the computerized collision records system maintained by the State of California called the
Statewide Integrated Traffic Records Systems (SWITRS). The collision analysis was conducted over
approximately a 3 -year period between August 2020 through August 2022 (available data at the time of
traffic review). The analysis included a review of all collisions that occurred within 250 -feet from the
intersection of Hart Avenue and Steele Street. Based on the data, there were no reported collision that
occurred at this location.
2022: 0 Collisions
2021: 0 Collisions
2020: 0 Collisions
Total: 0 Collisions
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AVERAGE DAILY TRAFFIC (ADT)
As a part of the traffic study, an Average Daily Traffic (ADT) count was obtained from counts taken on
February 3, 2022. A summary of ADT data is shown in Table 1-2: Average Daily Traffic (ADT). The volume
summary is attached (Attachment 1, 2 & 3) at the end of the report.
Table 1-2: Average Daily Traffic
Table 1: Average Daily Traffic (ADT)
Location Vehicles per Day (vpd)
Eastbound
2/3/2022
Steele Street West of
Hart Avenue 344
Steele Street East of
Hart Avenue 294
2: Average Daily Traffic (ADT)
Vehicles per DayVehicles per Day (vpd)
Northbound Southbound
2/3/2022 2/3/2022
Vehicles per Day (vpd)
Westbound
2/3/2022
215
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Location
Hart Avenue South of
Steele Street 303 480
SPEED SURVEY
Vehicles per Day (vpd)
TOTAL
2/3/2022
559
582
Vehicles per Day (vpd)
TOTAL
2/3/2022
783
To assess the speed at which vehicles are traveling along the intersection of HartAvenue and Steele Street,
speed samples were taken on February 3rd, 2022. The 851h percentile speed of vehicles traveling along
Hart Avenue, south of Steele Street was at 27 mph. This translates to mean that 85 percent of the vehicles
sampled are traveling at 27 mph or below with 85% above 27 mph which is just slightly the posted speed
limit of 25 mph. Table 3 below shows the February 3rd, 2022, speed survey results. The speed summary
is attached (Attachment 3) at the end of the report.
Table 3: Speed Survey
Table 3: Speed Survey Hart Avenue, south of Steele Street
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Location 5%ile Speed Posted Speed Limit,
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CRITERIA FOR DETERMINING IF ALL -WAY STOP CONTROL IS WARRANTED
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Traffic Review at the Intersection of Hart Avenue and Steele Street
As part of this review the resident requested the City to consider placing all -way stop control at the
intersection of Hart Avenue and Steele Avenue. Traffic control devices work in concert with the basic
"rules of the road" contained in traffic laws and ordinances. The California Manual on Uniform Traffic
Control Devices (CAMUTCD Section 213.07) describes applications, warrants, and placement of STOP signs
(111-1). The STOP sign is a regulatory device that is used when traffic is required to stop. STOP signs are
used to assign right-of-way at an intersection. Multi -way stop control is used where the volume of traffic
on the intersecting roads is approximately equal.
Stop signs are not used as a speed control device and should be used only where warranted. The
placement of these signs is dictated by engineering judgment and based on guidelines found in the
CAMUTCD and CVC. The criteria for determining if two-way or all -way stop control is warranted is based
on a number of factors as set by the CAMUTCD. These factors include minimum volume on each of the
street approaches, accident investigation, speed of traffic, number of pedestrians and potential sight
obstructions.
ALL -WAY STOP CONTROL WARRANTS FOR INSTALLATION
The following briefly outlines the Criteria for the installation of All -Way stop warrants as found in Section
28.07 of the CAMUTCD.
The placement of All -Way stop control is warranted when:
A. Traffic control signals are justified
B. A crash problem exists as indicated by 5 or more accidents in a 12 -month period
C. Minimum Volumes are met if,
1. Volume entering intersection from the major approach (total of both approaches)
averages 300 vehicles per hour for any 8 hours of an average day.
2. The combined vehicle, pedestrian and bicycle volumes entering the intersection from the
minor street approaches averages at least 200 units per hour for the same 8 hours.
3. If the 85"' percentile approach speed of the major street exceeds 40 MPH, the minimum
volumes are 70 percent of the above values.
As a part of this study, a review of the intersection of Hart Avenue and Steele Avenue was conducted.
Based on the analysis and field review conducted it was determined that the intersections did not meet
the warrants for the installation of All -Way STOP control.
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 Hart Avenue and Steele Street.
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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) 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 20-1 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.
Table 2B-1. Regulatory Sign and Plague Sizes (Sheet 1 of 4)
Targeted Police Enforcement: The police department deploys officers to perform enforcement on
residential streets for at least an hour a day.
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 intersection of Hart Avenue and Steele Street would
benefit from a combination of improvements that include the installation of speed limit signs, refresh of
stop bars and stop legends as well as warnings signs alerting drivers that CROSS TRAFFIC DOES NOT STOP.
The improvements are listed below and shown on Figure 3.
1. Install 25MPH speed limit sign and Pavement Legend for NB and SB travel along Hart Avenue.
• Install 25MPH speed limit sign (112-1) (30"x36") and Pavement Legend on the north east
corner of Hart Avenue and Guess Street, approx. 30 feet north of Guess Street, for NB travel
along Hart Avenue. Per CAMUTCD 2B.13.
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Targeted Police Enforcement: The police department deploys officers to perform enforcement on
residential streets for at least an hour a day.
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 intersection of Hart Avenue and Steele Street would
benefit from a combination of improvements that include the installation of speed limit signs, refresh of
stop bars and stop legends as well as warnings signs alerting drivers that CROSS TRAFFIC DOES NOT STOP.
The improvements are listed below and shown on Figure 3.
1. Install 25MPH speed limit sign and Pavement Legend for NB and SB travel along Hart Avenue.
• Install 25MPH speed limit sign (112-1) (30"x36") and Pavement Legend on the north east
corner of Hart Avenue and Guess Street, approx. 30 feet north of Guess Street, for NB travel
along Hart Avenue. Per CAMUTCD 2B.13.
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• Install 25MPH speed limit sign (112-1) (30"x36") and Pavement Legend on the south west
corner of Hart Avenue and Valley Boulevard, approx. 30 feet south of Valley Boulevard, for SB
travel along Hart Avenue. Per CAMUTCD 28.13.
2. Repaint "STOP" pavement legend and stop bar at the intersection of Steele Street and Hart
Avenue.
• Repaint existing "STOP" pavement legend and stop bar located at the intersection of
Steele Street and Hart Avenue. Per CAMUTCD Section 38.20.
3. Install CROSS TRAFFIC DOES NOT STOP plaque beneath the existing STOP signs located at the
intersection of Steele Street and Hart Avenue.
• Install CROSS TRAFFIC DOES NOT STOP PLAQUE (W4 -4P) on the existing Stop signposts
located at the intersection of Steele Street and Hart Avenue, for WB & EB travel along
Steele Street. Per CAMUTCD Section 2C.S9
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ATTACHMENTS
1. Average Daily Traffic (ADT) along Steele Street, west of Hart Avenue
2. Average Daily Traffic (ADT) along Steele Street, east of Hart Avenue
3. Average Daily Traffic (ADT) along Hart Avenue south of Steele Street
4. 24 -Hour Speed Survey along Hart Avenue, south of Steele Street
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Attachment 1: Average Daily Traffic (ADT) along Steele Street, west of Hart Avenue
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Traffic Review at the Intersection of Hart Avenue and Steele Street
Attachment 2: Average Daily Traffic (ADT) along Steele Street, east of Hart Avenue
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Traffic Review at the Intersection of Hart Avenue and Steele Street
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Traffic Review at the Intersection of Hart Avenue and Steele Street
Attachment 4: 24 -Hour Speed Survey along Hart Avenue, south of Steele Street
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Attachment B
October 6, 2022 Traffic Commission Minutes
Minutes of the Regular
ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION MEETING
October 6, 2022
The regular meeting of the Rosemead Traffic Commission was called to order by Chair Drange at
7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 8838 E. Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California.
FLAG SALUTE: Commissioner Quintanilla
INVOCATION: Commissioner Hermosillo
PRESENT: Commissioner Hermosillo, Commissioner Lang, Commissioner Quintanilla and Chair
Drange
ABSENT: Vice Chair Nguyen
STAFF PRESENT: Director of Public Works Chung, City Engineer Chan and Commission Liaison
Nguyen
1. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Chair Drange opened the public comment period.
The City received a Public Comment from Angela Thong expressing speeding concerns along Hart
Avenue. She also mentioned it is a safety concern that Hart Avenue between Guess Street and
Steele Street has no sidewalks and hard to see at night due to the street light being covered by the
tree.
Chair Drange closed the public comment period.
2. CONSENT CALENDAR
Chair Drange asked Traffic Commissioners if anyone would like to make revisions or additions to
the minutes of September 1, 2022.
Commissioner Hermosillo made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Lang, to accept
consent calendar. Vote resulted in:
Yes: Hermosillo, Lang, Quintanilla, Drange
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Nguyen
3. NEW BUSINESS
Rosemead Traffic Commission Meeting
Minutes of October 6, 2022
Page 1 of 9
A. TRAFFIC REVIEW ON BROOKLINE AVENUE BETWEEN GUESS STREET AND
LOFTUS DRIVE
Chair Drange opened the Public Comment period.
The City received a Public Comment via phone from Mr. Somwan stating a lot of people make a
shortcut to Brookline Avenue from Valley Blvd to enter the 10 freeway and not concerned about the
residential speed. He suggested a stop sign at the intersection of Guess Street and Brookline
Avenue, as well as a stop sign at the intersection of Brookline Avenue and Marshall Street. Or add
a speed bump.
The City received a Public Comment via phone from Loui Morales stating there needs to be a stop
sign or speed bump on Brookline Avenue because people are using the street as a super highway
to get onto the freeway. He stated there are at least 6 to 10 cars that drive down Brookline Avenue
going at least 60 miles per hour every day. He commented this issue has been going on for years
and needs to be addressed before an accident happens.
Chair Drange closed the public comment period.
Traffic Engineer Robbins provided a brief description of the item and presented a PowerPoint
presentation of the studies that were conducted.
Traffic Engineer Robbins explained that the resident requested the City to conduct a traffic review
along Brookline Avenue between Guess Street and Loftus Drive due to reported speeding
concerns and to consider placing an all -way stop at the intersection of Marshall Street and
Brookline Avenue.
Traffic Engineer Robbins explained as part of the traffic review, engineering staff looked at the
existing roadway conditions, a review of approximately 3 years of available collision data, an
average daily traffic count (ADT), a 24-hour speed survey as well as an examination of existing
field conditions. On behalf of the City of Rosemead, Traffic Engineer Robbins provided
recommendations for a combination of traffic improvements that include the installation of speed
limit signs, refresh of stop bars and stop legends, as well as warnings placed under the Marshall
Street Stop signs alerting drivers that CROSS TRAFFIC DOES NOT STOP.
Commissioner Hermosillo asked if staff had an estimate cost to implement these measures.
Traffic Engineer Robbins responded she did not have a cost estimate.
Director of Public Works Chung replied that it would cost less than $2,000.
Commissioner Lang asked what the next steps would be if these measures do not work.
Traffic Engineer Robbins responded the next steps would be to look at the cross traffic at Guess
Street or Marshall Street and do a more comprehensive examination of the cross streets. In
response to the resident request for speed humps, the City currently does not have a speed hump
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policy in place. If not approved, we would consider adding side stripes to narrow the road or add a
centerline to visually narrow the street. At this time, the street does not meet the minimum warrants
for an all -way stop.
Director of Public Works Chung commented in addition to the recommendations mentioned,
increased traffic enforcement will also be implemented.
Commissioner Quintanilla asked if there was an option to switch stop signs, so that stop signs can
be placed on Brookline Avenue instead of Guess Street and Marshall Street.
Traffic Engineer Robbins responded you have to go through a process of removing the existing
stop signs and that is not typically looked into.
Commissioner Quintanilla asked if there is any history of a street with insufficient warrants for an
all -way stop and they switched the stop signs, installed new striping and signage.
Traffic Engineer Robbins responded there is no history of doing that in all the Cities she has
worked for. We would have to look into the liability issues of changing the stop signs out.
Commissioner Quintanilla commented that Brookline Avenue is open from Valley Boulevard to
Loftus Drive with little to no traffic mitigation measures. He asked if the option was considered and
disposed of, considered and pending, or not considered as an option.
Traffic Engineer Robbins responded it was not considered an option.
Chair Drange asked if there was a reason why the stop signs are placed on Marshall Street instead
of on Brookline Avenue.
Traffic Engineer Robbins responded she is unsure of the reason, but speculates the stop signs
were likely placed twenty years ago when the developments came in.
Commissioner Lang mentioned the traffic signal light at the intersection of Marshall Street and
Temple City Boulevard already helps slow down east and westbound traffic on Marshall Street. He
recalled Commissioner Quintanilla's point that Brookline Avenue is an open street that encourages
speeding due to no traffic mitigation.
Commissioner Quintanilla commented that the traffic signal light at the intersection of Marshall
Street and Temple City Boulevard was installed around ten years ago due to cars speeding down
Temple City Boulevard to enter the freeway.
Chair Drange asked if the traffic patterns have changed since then and suggested looking into
placing stop signs on Brookline Avenue.
Traffic Engineer Robbins responded as part of their traffic review, they did an average daily traffic
count (ADT) for 24 -hours, and Brookline Avenue had 601 cars, which does not meet the warrants
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for installation of an all -way stop. Guess Street also did not have enough traffic to warrant an all -
way stop.
Commissioner Hermosillo recalled the 85th percentile speed of vehicles along Brookline Avenue
north of Marshall Street was determined to be 35 mph and asked how many outliers may have
skewed the data.
Traffic Engineer Robbins responded they have the hourly totals for the speeding explaining ten
percent of the vehicles, which is about 60 out of the 601, were driving in the 35 mph to 39 mph
range. There were about four vehicles traveling at about 45 mph. She commented the data does
show the speeding vehicles are driving down Brookline Avenue during the peak morning commute
hours and evening hours probably to get to the freeway.
Director of Public Works Chung added that the deputies will be informed to increase enforcement
in the area.
Commissioner Lang commented that with this phased approach with additional police enforcement,
it may help with the issue, however, should it get worst we should readdress the item.
Commissioner Hermosillo made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Lang, to approve
staff recommendations. Vote resulted in:
Yes: Hermosillo, Lang, Quintaniila, Drange
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Nguyen
B. TRAFFIC REVIEW AT THE INTERSECTION OF HART AVENUE AND STEELE STREET
Traffic Engineer Robbins provided a brief description of the item and presented a PowerPoint
presentation of the studies that were conducted.
Traffic Engineer Robbins explained that the resident requested the City to conduct a traffic review
at the intersection of Hart Avenue and Steele Street due to reported speeding concerns and to
consider placing an all -way stop at the intersection.
Traffic Engineer Robbins explained as part of the traffic review, engineering staff looked at the
existing roadway conditions, a review of approximately 3 years of available collision data, an ADT
(Average Daily Traffic) count as well as a 24 -Hour Speed Survey, as well as an examination of
existing field conditions. On behalf of the City of Rosemead, Traffic Engineer Robbins provided
recommendations for a combination of improvements that include the installation of speed limit
signs, refresh of stop bars and stop legends as well as warnings signs alerting drivers that CROSS
TRAFFIC DOES NOT STOP.
Commissioner Hermosillo commented on the 85+^ percentile speed of vehicles was 27 mph on Hart
Avenue south of Steele Street, which is 2 mph above the speed limit and asked whether the
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estimate cost of $2,000 to implement these measures would be justified. He added that he does
feel more public safety is better than less but wanted to bring attention to the argument.
Commissioner Quintanilla asked if there was consideration for crosswalks at the intersection of
Hart Avenue and Steele Street.
Traffic Engineer Robbins responded that since there are no sidewalks on Hart Avenue except for
the northwest side going up towards Valley Boulevard, we would not be able to add the crosswalks
because it would not be ADA compliant.
Commissioner Hermosillo made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Lang, to approve
staff recommendations. Vote resulted in:
Yes: Hermosillo, Lang, Quintanilla, Drange
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Nguyen
C. TRAFFIC REVIEW ON TEMPLE CITY BOULEVARD BETWEEN SOUTH OF VALLEY
BOULEVARD TO LOFTUS DRIVE
Chair Drange opened the Public Comment period,
The City received a Public Comment via email from the Soto Family stating the traffic signal light
on Valley Boulevard and Marshall Street is often green and does little to stop speeding onto or off
the 10 freeway. They requested for an all -way stop or a stop light set to red to prevent future
collisions.
The City received a Public Comment via email from Mr. Duc stating it is difficult to exit their
driveway due to speeding vehicles along Temple City Boulevard. He mentioned years ago CHP
officers would perform traffic checks and asked if they would come out again.
The City received a Public Comment via email from Resident of Temple City Boulevard stating it is
difficult exit their driveway due to large vehicles parked on the street. The person also mentioned
Amazon delivery trucks are speeding and causing traffic backup and the removal of the "No
Parking on Wednesday Mornings" sign resulted in the west side of the street not getting cleaned
and water runoffs not being removed.
The City received a Public Comment from Sylvia Lam stating traffic along Temple City Boulevard
normally exceeds the 40 mph speed limit and requesting to enforce a speed limit of 35 mph on
Temple City Boulevard between south of Valley Boulevard to Loftus Drive. She also requested to
install traffic lights at the intersection of Guess Street and Temple City Boulevard.
Chair Drange closed the public comment period.
Traffic Engineer Robbins provided a brief description of the item and presented a PowerPoint
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presentation of the studies that were conducted.
Traffic Engineer Robbins explained that the resident requested the City to evaluate installation of
speed humps along the segment of Temple City Boulevard between just south of Valley Boulevard
to Loftus Drive.
Traffic Engineer Robbins explained as part of the traffic review, engineering staff looked at the
existing roadway conditions, a review of approximately 3 years of available collision data, average
daily traffic (ADT) counts, a 24-hour Speed Survey, as well as an examination of the field
conditions. On behalf of the City of Rosemead, Traffic Engineer Robbins provided
recommendations for a combination of improvements that include installing a CROSS TRAFFIC
DOES NOT STOP plaque below the existing stop sign, installing a radar speed feedback sign,
installing a solar powered radar speed feedback sign, repaint all existing crosswalks at signalized
intersections, and optional no left tum signs.
Chair Orange asked if the traffic lights on Marshall Street and Loftus Avenue are timed or metered.
Traffic Engineer Robbins responded the lights are likely on loops in which as soon as they reach a
certain vehicle que, the lights will change, however, they would need to assess all the timing of the
traffic lights to confirm.
Chair Drange recalled the public comment mentioning the lights just stay green.
Traffic Engineer Robbins replied that some traffic lights give priority to the main street, but can look
into it to see if more time can be given to the traffic light on Marshall Street.
Director of Public Works Chung commented staff can investigate further into the public comment.
Commissioner Lang asked for clarification if the "2" symbol marker indicated on the proposed
diagram located north of Loftus Drive will be moved to north of Marshall Street.
Traffic Engineer Robbins confirmed they would like to move the proposed radar speed feedback
sign to the north of Marshall Street as that is where the speeding was shown to occur.
Commissioner Lang mentioned the freeway ramp exiting onto Temple City Boulevard is sharp and
vehicles are potentially speeding as they exit.
Traffic Engineer Robbins commented vehicles slow down at the curb when they exit the freeway
and as they approach the traffic light on Loftus Drive. After Marshall Street it looks like cars start
going.
Chair Drange asked the commissioners for their thoughts on option number five in the proposed
recommendations for installing no left turn sign with 6 AM — 9 AM and 3 PM — 6 PM MON-FRI
plaque.
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Commissioner Quintanilla asked if the signs were going to limit left turn onto Guess Street from
Temple City Boulevard when traveling north and south.
Traffic Engineer Robbins responded the signs would only be for Guess Street, prohibiting vehicles
on Guess Street from turning left onto Temple City Boulevard during the designated times.
Commissioner Lang asked to confirm the data if there were only three broadside collisions in that
general area within three years.
Traffic Engineer Robbins responded one accident occurred at Guess Street within the three years.
Commissioner Quintanilla mentioned of a vehicle accident that occurred on Ellis Lane years ago.
He described a motorcycle was going southbound on Temple City Boulevard and t -boned a vehicle
that was exiting Ellis Lane trying to head north onto Temple City Boulevard,
Traffic Engineer Robbins explained sometimes the drivers on side streets do not wait for a large
enough gap before moving forward and it is typically during the peak hours of traffic.
Commissioner Quintanilla commented the south segment after Valley Boulevard is problematic and
makes people want to speed onto the freeway.
Commissioner Lang asked if the major concern northbound or southbound on Temple City
Boulevard.
Traffic Engineer Robbins responded the traffic counts were balanced
Commissioner Hermosillo commented it should be just a right tum only sign. With a no left tum
during certain times, vehicles can still go straight and result in a possible collision.
Traffic Engineer Robbins agreed and suggested considering doing the same on Ellis Lane.
Chair Drange asked if the proposed installation of the right turn only sign at certain times on Ellis
Lane could it be added onto the list of recommendations.
Director of Public Works Chung replied that the recommendation can be added if requested by the
commission.
Commissioner Quintanilla asked for clarification on how the optional recommendation to restrict
vehicles going east and west on Guess Street impacts the speeding issue on Temple City
Boulevard.
Director of Public Works Chung explained it is to minimize the cross traffic and lower the risk of
accidents such as broadside collisions.
Commissioner Quintanilla commented he thought the no left tum signs was for vehicles on Temple
City Boulevard.
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Director of Public Works Chung responded the signs are for vehicles traveling on Guess Street
making a left onto Temple City Boulevard.
Chair Drange asked if the data showed which travel direction the traffic was seen to be greater
during specific times such as in the morning hours or evening hours.
Traffic Engineer Robbins explained based on the average daily traffic (ADT) counts, the traffic is
relatively equal during the morning and evening hours.
Chair Drange opened the public comment period.
The City received a Public Comment via Zoom from Resident Silvia commenting that she feels the
proposed recommendations, specifically the optional no left turn sign during certain times on
Guess Street, does not help with slowing down traffic on Temple City Boulevard. She asked if the
speed signs do not help, what would be the next step.
Chair Drange followed up with the Public Comment mentioning that the optional recommendation
was related to collisions, whereas the other recommendations were intended to address the
speeding. He commented if the issue still persists, the item may be considered to be brought back
for discussion.
The City received a Public Comment from Resident Josie Alvarez mentioning about the traffic
count on Temple City Boulevard and asked if there was a traffic count for Guess Street. She
commented that the restrictive turning signs may not even be warranted for that street.
Chair Drange closed the public comment period.
Commissioner Quintanilla commented that most residents know to take Marshall Street when
turning onto Temple City Boulevard. He also suggested to add traffic enforcement as part of the
motion.
Director of Public Works Chung replied that moving forward with any reports of speeding, it will be
conveyed to the deputies to increase traffic enforcement in the area.
Commissioner Quintanilla asked if the City still has a contract with law enforcement motorcycles
and how many.
Director of Public Works Chung responded the City still has a contract, however, not sure how
many motorcycles at this time.
Commissioner Lang commented he is quite familiar with the traffic in the area and hopes the
proposed recommendations help in addressing the speeding issue. He agreed with Commissioner
Quintanilla's comment on residents knowing to use the traffic light on Marshall Street instead of
turning on Guess Street or Ellis Lane.
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Commissioner Hermosillo commented he is not opposed to the addition of the signs as it may help
individuals not from the area. He asked what the average cost of the sign would be.
Director of Public Works Chung responded it would cost in the hundreds of dollars.
Commissioner Lang replied that the reason we do not add the signs is because it brings more
traffic to other areas.
Chair Drange agreed and was inclined to not move forward with the optional recommendation as
he felt it may not be unnecessary, but not needed in this case.
Commissioner Quintanilla made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Hermosillo, to
approve staff recommendations number 1 through 4, add increased enforcement, have the
proposed radar speed feedback sign be moved to the north of Marshall Street, and to have
staff revisit the item in six months. Vote resulted in:
Yes: Hermosillo, Lang, Quintanilla, Drange
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Nguyen
4. MATTERS FROM STAFF None
5. COMMISSIONER REPORTS
6. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 8:19 p.m. The next Traffic Commission meeting is scheduled for
November 3, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. and will take place at the Rosemead City Hall, City Council
Chambers, 8838 East Valley Boulevard.
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