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ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL
STAFF REPORT
TO: THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
FROM: OLIVER CHI, CITY MANAGER
DATE: JULY 22, 2008
SUBJECT: RESIDENTIAL ON-STREET DISABLED PERSONS PARKING
PROGRAM POLICY
SUMMARY
Over the past several months, the Traffic Commission has worked on developing a
residential on-street disabled person parking policy for the City. This policy, commonly
referred to in other communities as a "Blue Curb" policy, was brought before the
Commission in response to several resident inquiries. After reviewing sample policies
from other local communities and providing direction to staff, the Commission approved
a draft policy and directed to staff to forward it to the City Council for review and
approval.
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends that the City Council approve the Traffic Commission's
recommendation to approve the draft residential on-street disabled persons parking
program policy.
DISCUSSION
Background
The California Vehicle Code provides cities with the ability to designate a limited
number of on-street residential parking spaces as disabled parking locations. Such
ability is at the discretion of the City after review of available parking in a neighborhood
and demonstration from an applicant of a clear need for designated spaces.
Developing a formalized policy will provide staff with a clear protocol to address
requests for on-street residential disabled parking and will allow staff to respond to
resident inquiries in a timely manner.
Over the last year, staff has received several calls from City residents inquiring into the
availability of residential disabled parking. After mentioning this issue to the Traffic
Commission, there was an interest expressed to develop a defined policy to help
residents address these parking issues. Many of the residents that contact staff
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regarding this issue indicate a need for such spaces due to little parking room at their
residence, poor accessibility conditions (high driveway grade, lack of driveway, limited
driveway widths), and a lack of nearby on-street parking near their residence.
After surveying several nearby cities, staff found that many have established blue curb
policies to help their residents. Using samples from the cities of Norwalk and Downey,
staff developed a sample policy to best fit the needs of Rosemead residents. The
Traffic Commission reviewed this sample and provided additional suggestions to help
improve the policy. The attached draft policy includes several elements that will
streamline the process for obtaining on-street residential disabled parking spaces,
including:
• An Application Process including application form, specific review and appeals
requirements, renewal requirements, and review criteria.
• Specific criteria that establish a clearly defined process for reviewing each
request for a blue curb parking space.
• Layout requirements for the designated parking space.
FINANCIAL REVIEW
This is financial impact associated with this action.
Prepared by:
Chris Marcarello
Deputy Public Works Director
Assistant City Manager
Attachments:
(1) Draft Policy and Application Form
(2) Traffic Commission Staff Report, April 3, 2008
(3) Traffic Commission Minutes April 2008
(4) Traffic Commission Minutes May 2008
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CITY OF ROSEMEAD
Residential On-Street
Disabled Persons' Parking Program
Policy and Procedures
May 2008
The City of Rosemead recognizes disabled persons' need to park in close proximity to
their residence when sufficient and/or accessible off-street parking conditions are
limited. Pursuant to California Vehicle Code Sections 22507 and 22511.5 et al., a
limited number of on-street parking spaces may be designated by the City for the
benefit of residents with an identifiable need for on-street disabled parking without
significantly affecting the available curb parking in an area.
INTENT
An on-street disabled persons' parking space is intended to provide close parking for
a disabled resident in a high parking demand area where parking in front of their
home may not be readily available.
• Each on-street disabled persons' parking space displaces a general parking space,
which can create an impact to the parking supply in a residential neighborhood.
Therefore, the applicant must demonstrate a real need for an on-street disabled
persons' parking space.
• An on-street disabled persons' parking space is not intended to replace parking in
the applicant's driveway or garage. The use of all available off-street parking spaces
shall be considered before qualifying for an on-street disabled persons' parking
space.
• An on-street disabled persons' parking space is provided as a courtesy to the
disabled resident living at that residence who has mobility limitations getting to and
from the vehicle.
POLICY
• If a disabled resident/applicant demonstrates a need for an on-street disabled
persons' parking space through the application process and the criteria for an on-
street disabled persons' parking space are met, then the City may install the
disabled persons' parking space
• The City's Traffic Engineering Department approves or denies the request for an on-
street disabled persons' parking space. The applicant may appeal the decision to
the City's Traffic Commission with a written letter of appeal within 30 days from date
of the denial letter.
• An on-street disabled persons' parking space is not a private parking space. The
applicant does not have exclusive use of the on-street disabled persons' parking
space. Any other persons or vehicles with a valid disabled person placard or
disabled license plate may park in any on-street disabled persons' parking space.
• Existing parking or regulatory restrictions that prohibit on-street parking in front of the
applicant's residence cannot be removed to accommodate a disabled persons'
parking space.
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• The property should have an accessible path from the requested on-street disabled
persons' parking space to the residence. When the passenger side of the vehicle
must be used for disabled access, the sidewalk or parkway should be unobstructed
or the obstruction must be removed at the cost of the applicant/homeowner prior t0
installation of the on-street disabled persons' parking space.
• An on-street disabled persons' parking space will not be provided to accommodate a
private transport service or a public transit service to load/unload a disabled
resident. These types of vehicle service can use the frontage of the residence's
driveway for short-term parking.
• The applicant shall submit annually proof of residency and proof of disability. The
City shall send via postal mail a renewal reminder. Failure to respond within 30 days
from date of the reminder letter will result in the removal of the disabled persons'
parking space.
• The City reserves the right to remove or relocate the on-street disabled persons'
parking space at any time. This includes, but is not limited to, failure to provide
renewal information, relocation of resident requiring disabled parking, or changes in
parking or regulatory restrictions that result in a failure to meet the criteria of this
policy.
PROCEDURES
1. Application - The applicant may request an on-street disabled persons' parking
space by submitting an application to the City's Traffic Engineering Department.
The application can be obtained at City Hall or downloaded from the City's website
www.cityofrosemead.org
2. Submit Application - The applicant completes the application. The resident mails
or submits the application with proof or residency and proof of disability to:
City of Rosemead
Traffic Engineering Department
8838 E. Valley Boulevard
Rosemead, CA 91770
3. Staff Review - The City's Traffic Engineering Department will review the application
and contact the applicant to arrange for a site visit with the applicant (or
representative). The following criteria will be used to determine if an on-street
disabled persons' parking space is justified:
A. The requested on-street disabled persons' parking space is intended for a
residence on a City street and not in a commercial area or on a private street.
B. The applicant lives at the address where the on-street disabled persons'
parking space is requested.
C. The on-street parking in the vicinity of the requested location is in high
demand (such as a parking demand of 75% or greater on the street).
D. The applicant has supplied the requested documentation regarding proof of
residency and proof of disability.
E. Parking on-site is determined to be unacceptable based on:
i. Lack of driveway,
ii. Driveway width limitation,
iii. Driveway grade limitation,
iv. Garage limitation, or
v. Other site specific limitation.
A driveway or garage that is used for storage is not an acceptable reason to
warrant an on-street disabled persons' parking space nor is an excess of
vehicles (including recreational vehicles).
F. A site inspection by City staff confirms the need and the appropriate
application of the on-street disabled persons' parking space.
4. Response - The City's Traffic Engineering Department will notify the applicant by
postal mail if the request is approved or denied.
• Approval -The City's Traffic Engineering Staff will prepare a work order for the
installation of the on-street disabled persons' parking space.
• Denial - The applicant may appeal the decision to the City's Traffic Commission
with a written letter of appeal within 30 days from date of the denial letter.
5. Annual Renewal - The City shall send via postal mail an annual renewal reminder.
Failure to respond within 30. days from date of the reminder letter will result in the
removal of the disabled persons' parking space.
6. Layout - An on-street disabled persons' parking space should be 9 feet wide and 20
feet long and identified with a blue curb and disabled persons' parking symbol inside
the space. Parking "T"s may be included as determined by Traffic Engineering Staff.
Removal - The City reserves the right to remove or relocate the on-street disabled
persons' parking space at any time. This includes, but is not limited to, failure to
provide renewal information, relocation of resident requiring disabled parking, or
changes in parking or regulatory restrictions that result in a failure to meet the
criteria of this policy.
CITY OF ROSEMEAD a~
Residential On-Street Disabled Persons's Parking P
Application
May 2008
If a disabled resident/applicant demonstrates a need for an on-street disabled persons' parking
space through the application process and the criteria for an on-street disabled persons' parking
space are met, then the City may install the disabled persons' parking space.
NAME
ADDRESS
DAYTIME PHONE'
NUMBER
( )
BLUE CURB LOCATION
[ ] or Same as Above
PROPERTY OWNER
[ ] Yes (approval attached: [ ] No [ 1 Property Owner
APPROVAL
Same as Above
VALID DISABLED
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Plate or Placard # Expires:
PERSONS
PLACARD
NUMBER OF VEHICLES
REGISTERED TO
# Operating # Non-operating (Stored)
PROPERTY
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS
DRIVEWAY [ ] Single [ ] Double [ ] Other
GARAGE [ ] Single [ ] Double [ ] Other
CARPORT [ ] Single [ ] Double [ ] Other
NUMBER OF AVAILABLE
Driveway/Garage/Carport Available for Parking
PARKING SPACES ON''"
[ ] Yes [ ] No
PROPERTY
Explain:
Proof of Residency (Example: Utility Bill)
PLEASE INCLUDE ,A COPY
Disabled Persons' CA License or CA Identification
OF THE FOLLOWING
Disabled Persons' Placard Registration
Disabled Persons' Placard
Note: Further documentation may be requested after review of this application is conducted.
. Mail completed application with proof of residency and proof of disability to:
City of Rosemead, Traffic Engineering Department, 8838 E. Valley Boulevard, CA 91770
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CITY OF ROSEMEAD
Neighborhood Survey
and
Notification of Proposed Disabled Persons' Parking Zone
May 2008
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NOTICE
The applicant identified below has submitted a request to the City of Rosemead to
install a Disabled Persons' Parking Space (blue curb) in the public right-of-way in
front of his/her residence. If approved, this parking restriction will only be available to
motorists in possession of a valid California Disabled Persons' Placard. This parking
restriction would be enforceable at all hours. Parking a vehicle without a valid Placard
displayed in a marked Disabled Persons' Parking Zone is a violation of CVC 22511.5.
Applicant
Name: Address:
Phone
NEIGHBORHOOD SURVEY
The applicant must provide notice to all adjacent and other affected residents, of the
request for restricted parking in the public right-of-way. The following information is
required from each household surveyed.
1. 1 am: 0 SUPPORTIVE of 0 OPPOSED to the applicant's request.
Please notify me of any hearings/meetings regarding this matter: DYES 0 NO.
My residence is: 0 ADJOINING 0 FACING the applicant's residence.
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Name: Address:
Phone Signature:
0 Applicant unable to obtain response. Reason:
I am: 0 SUPPORTIVE of 0 OPPOSED to the applicant's request.
Please notify me of any hearings/meetings regarding this matter: DYES
My residence is: 0 ADJOINING 0 FACING the applicant's residence.
Name: Address:
Phone Signature:
0 NO.
0 Applicant unable to obtain response. Reason:
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Neighborhood Survey
and
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May 2008
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3. 1 am: 0 SUPPORTIVE of 0 OPPOSED to the applicant's request.
Please notify me of any hearings/meetings regarding this matter: DYES 0 NO.
My residence is: 0 ADJOINING 0 FACING the applicant's residence.
Name:
Phone
Address:
Signature:
0 Applicant unable to obtain response. Reason:
4. 1 am: 0 SUPPORTIVE of 0 OPPOSED to the applicant's request.
Please notify me of any hearings/meetings regarding this matter: DYES 0 NO.
My residence is: 0 ADJOINING 0 FACING the applicant's residence.
Name:
Phone
Address:
Signature:
0 Applicant unable to obtain response. Reason:
Please return completed Neighborhood Survey to:
City of Rosemead
Traffic Engineering Department
8838 E. Valley Boulevard
Rosemead, CA 91770
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ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION
STAFF REPORT
TO: THE HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND COMMISSIONERS
FROM: JOANNE ITAGAKI, TRAFFIC ENGINEERING DEPUTY
DATE: APRIL 3, 2008
SUBJECT: DRAFT-RESIDENTIAL ON-STREET DISABLED PERSONS' PARKING
PROGRAM POLICY AND PROCEDURES
SUMMARY
At the direction of the Traffic Commission, staff has prepared a DRAFT of Residential
On-Street Disabled Persons' Parking Program. The DRAFT policy and procedures are
for the Traffic Commission's review and comment.
Staff Recommendation
It is staffs recommendation that the Traffic Commission review and comment on this
DRAFT document and send the document with these incorporated comments to City
Council for approval.
DISCUSSION
Attached is a DRAFT of the policy and procedures for the implementation of on-street
disabled persons' parking (blue curb). These policy and procedures were developed
from various documents from cities in the southern California area. Staff attempted to
address the concerns expressed by the Traffic Commission regarding this issue.
These DRAFT procedures are for the Traffic Commission's review and comment. The
DRAFT has been formatted with double spacing for your convenience.
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Recommendation
It is recommended that the Traffic Commission review and comment on this DRAFT
document and send the document with these incorporated comments to City Council for
approval.
Submitted by:
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Joanne Itagaki
Traffic Engineering Deputy
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ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION
APRIL 3, 2008
The meeting of the Rosemead Traffic Commission was called to order by Chairperson Knapp
at 7:00 p.m., in the Community Recreation Center, 3936 North Muscatel, Rosemead.
PLEDGE OF ALLIGIANCE Chairperson Knapp
INVOCATION Commissioner Lewin
ROLL CALL
Present: Chairperson Knapp, Commissioner Masuda, Commissioner Gay,
Commissioner Lewin
Absent: Commissioner Hunter
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Minutes of March 6. 2008:
Commissioner Lewin noted that on the first page the meeting location should be
changed to Community Recreation Center, Room 8, 3936 North Muscatel, Rosemead.
Commissioner Masuda requested that on Page 6, 9th paragraph, the word "are" be
changed to "as." Commissioner Lewin suggested that on page 6, 4th paragraph, the
word "develop" be changed to "consider." On page 9, 2nd complete paragraph,
"Commission Lewin" should be changed to "Commissioner Lewin."
It was moved by Commissioner Masuda, seconded by Commissioner Gay to accept
and approve the amended minutes of the March 6, 2008, meeting.
Vote Results:
Yes: Chairperson Knapp, Commissioners Masuda, Gay, and Lewin.
Noes: None
Absent: Commissioner Hunter
Abstain: None
2. PUBLIC COMMENTS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Speaking before the Commission:
Jim Flournoy
8655 Landis View
Rosemead, CA 91770
Mr. Flournoy requested that Commission look at the red curb at the condos at Delta and
Rush, east side of Delta. A parking spot is missing.
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Traffic Engineering Deputy Itagaki will contact Mr. Ornelas.
Speaking before the Commission:
Peter Wu
4644 Ivar
Rosemead, CA
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Mr. Wu stated that parking along southbound Ivar restricts turning onto Mission. He
suggested there be a no left turn sign or no parking on the north side of Mission.
Chairperson Knapp explained to Mr. Wu that the Traffic Commission presents ideas to
the City Council. The City Council has to approve what is presented to them. This item
will be looked at and the Traffic Commission will make a recommendation. Mr. Wu will
be notified when this is to come up again.
3. OLD BUSINESS
A. DRAFT - RESIDENTIAL ON-STREET DISABLED PERSONS' PARKING
PROGRAM POLICY AND PROCEDURES
Traffic Engineering Deputy Itagaki presented the draft of the parking program.
Recommendation
It is staffs recommendation that the Traffic Commission review and comment on this
draft document and send the document with these incorporated comments to City
Council for approval.
Chairperson Knapp asked for comments.
Commissioner Masuda questioned the one-time $50 installation fee. The resident
requesting the blue curb might not have exclusive use of it, and it is a public parking
spot. He would also like to have more added to the reason for removal (last item under
'Policy"). The suggestion was to add "or regulatory restrictions." The same statement
should be added to 'Removal' (last page). On the 4/h page, item 3C, he would like to
see a definition of "high demand." Traffic Engineering Deputy Itagaki suggested 75%
or greater than 75% parking demand" could be added. In Section 3E, it was suggested
that "nor is an excess of vehicles or recreational vehicles in the driveway" be added to
the last paragraph in 3E. Regarding Property owner approval letter that applicant is to
attach to the application, there should be an easier process for the applicant, such as a
yes/no checkbox for property owner approval.
Chairperson Knapp stated she too is not comfortable with the $50 fee. There is no fee
for a green or white curb. Many of the potential applicants are elderly, and on fixed
incomes; the $50 fee would be a hardship. After further discussion, there was
agreement among the Commissioners that there should be no fee.
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Commissioner Gay's main concern was the $50 fee, and he is okay with everything thus
far.
Commissioner Lewin stated he believes the applicant must demonstrate a long-term
need, and he suggested 1 year; this will also reduce the possibility of abusing the
program. Chairperson Knapp responded that there are good safeguards in place to
discourage abuse of the blue curb program. Commissioner Gay also believes there are
safeguards in place. It was suggested that "further documentation may be requested"
be added to the Application. Chairperson Knapp believes that the staff visit to the site
will provide a lot of information.
With regard to the Neighborhood Survey, Commissioner Lewin suggested that if an
applicant is unable to get the required signatures, there needs to be a process in place
to get the signatures. Traffic Engineering Deputy Itagaki stated that staff would get
signatures during the survey. The sentence "Incomplete surveys will result in an
automatic denial of the application" will be deleted from the Notice/Neighborhood
Survey form.
Commissioners discussed verbiage of 2nd sentence under Neighborhood Survey: "The
following information is required from each household surveyed." Commissioner
Masuda's suggestion of adding checkboxes that allows the applicant to show he/she
was unable to get a response from a neighbor, and the reason was agreed upon by the
Commissioners.
It was recommended that Traffic Engineering Deputy Itagaki bring this back to the next
meeting.
4. NEW BUSINESS
A. REQUEST FOR A BUS LOADING/NLOADING ZONE AT 8450 GARVEY
AVENUE
Traffic Engineering Deputy Itagaki presented the staff report and study findings.
Recommendation
It is staffs recommendation that the Traffic Commission recommends the City Council
approve the installation of 50 feet of white curb and 20 feet of red curb in front of 8450
Garvey Avenue.
Chairperson Knapp asked for comments.
Ms. Rosemary Cai, owner of the shop at 8450 Garvey, was present and had no
comments or questions.
Chairperson Knapp expressed concern about the white curb impacting Mission Fence
and asked where the white curb will be located. Traffic Engineering Deputy Itagaki
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answered that it will be in front of the building at 8450, it would not extend beyond the
property line.
Commissioner Masuda asked if there is restriction in how long a vehicle can park in a
loading/unloading zone. Traffic Engineering Deputy Itagaki does not recall if there is a
limit set in the City of Rosemead; but generally a white zone is for loading and
unloading of passengers only, no parking. At this location the buses are there for a
short time according to the applicant.
Chairperson Knapp asked Mrs. Cai where the restaurant patrons park. She answered
that they use the parking lot in the back.
Chairperson Knapp asked if other drivers could use it at other hours. Traffic
Engineering Deputy Itagaki responded it would be difficult to enforce. The time limit can
be specified on the white curb.
Commissioner Gay wondered if the Traffic Commission would be setting a precedent.
He believes that perhaps more research or evaluation is needed, and he would like a
little more time to think about it and plan it out. Commissioner Masuda is also
concerned about setting a precedent.
Chairperson Knapp requested a motion.
Commissioner Gay motioned and Commissioner Lewin seconded to table this item for
further research and evaluation.
Chairperson Knapp asked if Mission Fence had been notified of this item. Traffic
Engineering Deputy responded that they were; there was no response from them.
Chairperson Knapp requested that they again be notified; she would like to get a
response from them. Traffic Engineering Deputy Itagaki stated they would be notified.
Commissioner Lewin stated he was at the site between 6:30 and 7:00 the previous
evening and saw no buses. He is skeptical about granting. this request without a clear
established need; no buses have been seen during the reported hours of need. He has
not seen a clear, established need for a white curb.
Traffic Engineering Deputy Itagaki will speak with Mrs. Cai and try to. be there when
buses are there.
Commissioner Lewin stated he too is skeptical about setting a precedent; the
Commission needs to be careful what it does for businesses when it might impact the
public parking spots.
Vote Results:
Yes: Chairperson Knapp, Commissioner Gay, Commissioner Lewin,
Commissioner Masuda
Noes: None
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Abstain: None
Absent: Commissioner Hunter
B. REQUEST TO REMOVE RED CURB AT 9102 VALLEY BOULEVARD
Traffic Engineering Deputy Itagaki presented the staff report and report findings.
Recommendation
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It is staffs recommendation that the Traffic Commission recommends the City Council
approve the removal of red curb to accommodate two parking spaces in front of the
properties at 9048 and 9102 Valley Boulevard.
Chairperson Knapp asked for comments.
Commissioner Masuda asked why the parking T's were installed. Traffic Engineering
Deputy Itagaki responded that the businesses felt the parking was not being used most
efficiently. The T's were to maximize the number of parking spots.
Commissioner Lewin wondered why the red curb was installed in the first place, and
suggested it might be for visibility issue for apartment residents exiting their driveway.
Applicant responded that the apartment residents have one way to get in and out, they
make a U in the back.
Traffic Engineering Deputy Itagaki stated the whole block, owners and tenants, were
notified of the request for the red curb.
Commissioner Gay stated the Commission needs to take care of the small businesses
as much as the big businesses, and he sees no reason to have the red curb.
Chairperson Knapp requested a motion.
Commissioner Masuda motioned and Commissioner Gay seconded to accept staffs
recommendation that the Traffic Commission recommends the City Council approve the
removal of red curb to accommodate two parking spaces in front of the properties at
9048 and 9102 Valley Boulevard.
Vote Results:
Yes: Chairperson Knapp,
Commissioner Masuda
Noes: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Commissioner Hunter
Commissioner Gay,
Commissioner Lewin,
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C. REQUEST FOR ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION REGARDING THE
PANDA EXPRESS PROJECT
At the March 6, 2008, Traffic Commission meeting, Commissioner Lewin requested a
copy of the environmental information prepared for the new Panda Express project on
Walnut Grove.
Commissioner Lewin stated he had actually requested the Traffic Element, not the
entire report.
Traffic Engineering Deputy Itagaki stated it is her understanding that the Commission
can make comments to the document, but there is nothing that she or Traffic
Commission can act on. They should forward any comments on the document to the
Planning Commission.
Speaking before the Commission:
Jim Flournoy
8655 Landis View
Rosemead, CA 91770
Mr. Flournoy stated the Planning Commission has not approved the Conditions of
Approval. Therefore if there is a need to change the Conditions of Approval the
comments need to be addressed to the Planning Commission. He distributed to the
Commissioners a synopsis of comments from a meeting called by Mayor. He explained
that there are conditions not foreseen at the time of the EIR and the checklist needs to
be corrected. He cited truck traffic as an example. He suggested the Commissioners
look at changed conditions. He believes the Traffic Commission should be able to look
at Traffic Element of an EIR checklist in the beginning of the process, not the end.
There was discussion between Mr. Flournoy and Chairperson Knapp about various
locations and how conditions have changed or improved.
Commissioner Lewin asked about the 15% pass by trips. Traffic Engineering Deputy
Itagaki responded that it is a little high, but not out of the realm. Commissioner Lewin
feels the number might be a little high and the impact is underestimated. Commissioner
Lewin stated there is significant unforeseen impact, at least in the EIR, on Rush. From
what he has seen there has been a significant impact on street traffic. He would like to
request a study of surface street impact around the area as part of the Conditions of
Approval. Another option would be to request City Council to refer the traffic element to
the Traffic Commission to evaluate. With the support of Traffic Commissioners, he
would appear before the Planning Commission and request that a surface street and
truck impact studies be completed as Conditions of Approval.
Chairperson Knapp suggested that perhaps the Traffic Commission should have a joint
meeting with the Planning Commission. Commissioner Masuda agreed.
Commissioner Gay stated there is a need for truck route studies.
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Chairperson Knapp requested a motion.
Commissioner Lewin motioned and Commissioner Gay seconded that the Traffic
Commission submit a request to the City Council to refer the Traffic Element of the
Panda Express Mixed-Use Development to the Traffic Commission for evaluation by the
Traffic Commission.
Yes:
Commissioner Gay, Commissioner Lewin, Commissioner Masuda
Noes:
None
Abstain:
Chairperson Knapp
Absent:
Commissioner Hunter
PRIORITIZED TRAFFIC STUDY LIST
• Truck routes
• Tour bus traffic in residential areas
• Location of crossing guards
• Street sweeping (and increased enforcement)
Will this require a study? Traffic Engineering Deputy Itagaki responded that it
might.
• Mission Drive between Rosemead and Valley crosswalks
• Protected permissive signals.
Will this require a study? Traffic Engineering Deputy Itagaki responded that
guidelines would be developed; specific locations would be looked at.
• Change in General Plan, Housing Density will impact traffic
5. STAFF REPORTS - NONE
6. COMMISSIONER REPORTS
Chairperson Knapp suggested that the crossing guard at Encinta/Mission (teenagers
are majority of cross walk users) should move to Ivar and Mission where elementary
school children are the majority.
7. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Commission, the meeting is
adjourned until May 1, 2008, at 7:00 p.m.
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ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION
MAY 1, 2008
The meeting of the Rosemead Traffic Commission was called to order by Chairperson Knapp
at 7:00 p.m., in the Community Recreation Center, 3936 North Muscatel, Rosemead.
PLEDGE OF ALLIGIANCE Commissioner Lewin
INVOCATION Chairperson Knapp
ROLL CALL
Present: Chairperson Knapp, Commissioner Masuda, Commissioner Gay,
Commissioner Hunter, Commissioner Lewin
Absent: None
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Minutes of April 3, 2008:
Commissioner Lewin stated that the 151 sentence in the 1st paragraph under Peter Wu
(page 2) is perhaps incorrect; Mr. Woo might have said westbound Mission. Traffic
Engineering Deputy Itagaki responded that the record will be reviewed. After review:
The sentence is corrected to read: "Mr. Woo stated that parking along southbound Ivar
and westbound Mission restricts turning onto Mission."
Commissioner Lewin also pointed out a typo on page 3 under New Business:
"Uloading" should be corrected to "Unloading."
It was moved by Commissioner Masuda, seconded by Commissioner Gay to accept
and approve the amended minutes of the April 3, 2008, meeting.
Vote Results:
Yes:
Chairperson Knapp, Commissioners Masuda, Gay, and Lewin
Noes:
None
Absent:
None
Abstain:
Hunter
2. PUBLIC COMMENTS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Speaking before the Commission:
Dolly C. Leong
8455 Mission Dr.
(626) 84&6767
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Ms. Leong stated that the excessive long red curb on the south side of Graves, west of
Jackson in front of Maryvale makes it difficult to find a parking space for people visiting
the residents on the north side. She suggested that the area be looked at.
She also expressed her concern about the long wait at Hellman and Walnut Grove and
the "do not block" on the pavement. Even when there is no cross traffic or vehicles
exiting the freeway there is a long wait.
With regard to Hellman and Walnut Grove, Chairperson Knapp explained that the wait is
due to signal cycle and timing. All corners of the intersection are subject to the same
delay. If that location is part of a driver's daily route, it is easy to get adjusted to.
Speaking before the Commission:
Valerie Basquette
4509 Walnut Grove
(626) 286-6789
Ms. Basquette stated that the left-turn signal at eastbound Mission and Rosemead
takes forever. If the lead car proceeds immediately on the turn indicator, 8 cars get
through. If the driver does not proceed immediately, only three cars get through the
intersection. Kids from the school also cross the street when the left-turn indicator is on.
She recommends the signal timing be adjusted and also that the school get a cross
guard to keep the kids from impeding left-turn traffic. She knows that Rosemead Blvd. is
under Caltrans jurisdiction, so she called Caltrans but has received no response.
3. OLD BUSINESS
A. REVISED DRAFT - RESIDENTIAL ON-STREET DISABLED PERSONS'
PARKING PROGRAM POLICY AND PROCEDURES
Traffic Engineering Deputy Itagaki presented the revised draft document of the parking
program.
Recommendation
It is staffs recommendation that the Traffic Commission approve the Revised Draft
document and send the document to City Council for approval.
Chairperson Knapp asked for comments from the audience. There were none.
Chairperson Knapp asked for comments from the Commissioners.
No comments were received from Commissioners Masuda and Gay.
Commissioner Hunter stated she does not have a good feeling about the blue curb in
residential areas; people have driveways and garages. She does not favor blue curbs
in residential areas.
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Commissioner Lewin is happy with the changes, but requested that on the
"Neighborhood Survey" and "Notification" form, the word "TO" be placed after
"OPPOSED". Also that "SUPPORTIVE OF should precede "OPPOSED TO."
There being no further discussion, Chairperson Knapp asked for a motion.
It was moved by Commissioner Lewin, seconded by Commissioner Masuda to accept
staffs recommendation that the Traffic Commission recommends the City Council
approve the revised Residential On-Street Disabled Persons Parking Program Policy
and Procedures as amended at this meeting.
Vote Results:
Yes:
Chairperson Knapp, Commissioners Masuda, Gay, and Lewin
Noes:
Chairperson Hunter
Absent:
None
Abstain:
None
B. REQUEST FOR A BUS LOADING/UNLOADING ZONE AT 8450 GARVEY
AVENUE
Chairperson Knapp stated this matter is a carryover for further review from the April 3,
2008, Traffic Commission Meeting. Mrs. Cai was present at the last Traffic Commission
meeting but not present at the current meeting. A representative was not present.
Recommendation
It is staffs recommendation that the Traffic Commission recommends the City Council
approve the installation of 50 feet of white curb and 20 feet of red curb in front of 8450
Garvey Avenue.
Chairperson Knapp asked for comments from the audience. There were none.
Chairperson Knapp asked for comments from the Commissioners.
Chairperson Lewin stated that he visited the site on Sunday, saw a mini-van at 6:10
p.m., but saw no van or bus on a subsequent visit. Absent any new information he
continues to be skeptical about approving a loading/unloading zone at this location.
Commissioner Gay stated he remains skeptical about the loading/unloading; no one has
seen a real need for it, and he does not want to take more parking from the streets.
Commissioners Masuda and Hunter and Chairperson Knapp expressed that they are
not comfortable with the loading/unloading zone, especially since there is no new
evidence that buses park there.
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Traffic Engineering Deputy Itagaki stated she was contacted by the property owner of
Mission Fence, Mr. Don Wick. He called and expressed his opposition to the
loading/unloading zone. He has not seen any buses at the location and he is
concerned that if this allowed, every business would want such a site.
Chairperson Knapp asked for a motion.
It was moved by Commissioner Gay, seconded by Chairperson Knapp to deny the
request and send the information to City Council.
Vote Results:
Yes: Chairperson Knapp, Commissioners Masuda, Gay, Lewin and
Hunter
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
4. NEW BUSINESS - NONE
5. STAFF REPORTS
Chris Marcarello, Administrative Services Officer, stated that the City received five
proposals for Engineering Services, one of which was from City of Rosemead
Development Services staff. The City favored the City staff proposal and Engineering
Services contract was awarded to City staff. Mr. Marcarello outlined the proposed
staffing for the engineering services and answered Traffic Commissioners' questions
regarding the new structure and responsibilities. Next couple of months will be a
transition period with the City working with Willdan to transition projects over to the City.
Commissioner Masuda asked the term of the contract. Mr. Marcarello stated an award
to a private contractor would normally be a three-year contract, however full-time staff
will be hired and they will be City staff. If studies or projects come up that City staff
can't handle, they will look for an outside firm to help on a project-by-project basis.
Chairperson Knapp stated that southbound Walnut Grove/Hellman Avenue left turn lane
onto Ramona needs to be longer; this was previously approved but work has not been
completed. Mr. Marcarello will look into it.
Commissioner Hunter asked who takes care of the overhead street name sign at
Ramona.
Mr. Marcarello stated they're looking at an inventory of all street signs and developing a
plan so that some older signs get changed out.
Commissioner Lewin stated the new reflective signs are very good, easy to read. Older
non-reflective signs are difficult to read.
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6. COMMISSIONER REPORTS
Commissioner Lewin stated the new left turn traffic signal at Del Mar and Graves works
well. A Rosemead resident expressed concern about the intersection of Graves and
New. Commissioner Lewin visited the location on two locations and noted there is no
east/west stop sign; visibility from the stop line is difficult; and there is no crosswalk at
the intersection even though there is a school at that corner. He finds it interesting that
an intersection with a school at one of its corners does not have a crosswalk.
Traffic Engineering Deputy Itagaki and Mr. Marcarello explained that they have
contacted Monterey Park because the majority of that intersection is within that city.
The City of Rosemead is responsible for only the northeast corner. Both she and Chris
have contacted the City to express their concerns. Nearly all traffic movement is in
Monterey Park. Chairperson Knapp added that the south side belongs to the County.
Chris Marcarello stated follow-up would be made but the City is at the mercy of others.
Commissioner Gay stated he attended the bridge dedication and he is pleased with the
outcome of Garvey bridge; it is a beautiful bridge.
Commissioners Hunter and Masuda had no reports.
Chairperson Knapp has received complaints about bicycles on sidewalks at Marshall
and Bartlett. Also, San Gabriel Boulevard on the east side at Walgreens, vehicles park
at the fire hydrant. There needs to be more red paint beyond the hydrant. Traffic
Engineering Deputy Itagaki will look at it.
Audience member Valerie Basquette stated there is a fire hydrant across from her
house and the curb is painted white and people park there. Traffic Engineering Deputy
Itagaki will take a look at it.
7. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Commission, the meeting was
adjourned until June 5, 2008, at 7:00 p.m.
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