04-21-2020 - AGENDA ITEM 02 CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES AND TRAFFIC COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS OF VARIOUS IMPROVEMENTS FROM THE MARCH 10, 2020 TRAFFIC COMMITTEE MEETINGAGENDA ITEM NO.2
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AGENDA STAFF REPORT
City of West Covina I Office of the City Manager
DATE: April 21, 2020
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: David Carmany
City Manager
SUBJECT: CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES AND TRAFFIC
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS OF VARIOUS IMPROVEMENTS FROM THE
MARCH 10, 2020 TRAFFIC COMMITTEE MEETING
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council approve the Traffic Committee recommendations from the March 10, 2020
Traffic Committee Meeting for the following items:
1. New Traffic Committee Items Presented at the March 10, 2020 Traffic Committee Meeting:
i. Community Workshop Announcement: No action required, at the March 10, 2020 TC Meeting, an
announcement was given about the City's Community Workshop the City planned to host on Monday, March
16, 2020 at 6:30 p.m. at Cortez Park Senior Center (2501 E Cortez St, West Covina, CA 91791) to discuss the
intersection of Citrus Street and Cameron Avenue. Residents living within the area were mailed flyers.
Please note that this workshop has been postponed to a future to be determined date per CDC and
California guidance due to COVID-I9.
i. Traffic Review for Red Curb in front of the Foothill Transit Bus Stop Near Valinda Avenue South of
Glendora Avenue
a. Request: The West Covina Police Department requested a traffic review of existing parking
conditions along Valdina Avenue at Glendora Avenue/West Covina Parkway due to the narrow width
of the street.
b. Review Standard: Recommended improvements and all traffic control devices on public streets are
guided by the California Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (CAMUTCD), the California
Vehicle Code (CVC) and engineering judgement.
c. Recommendation: It was unanimously recommended to implement the following improvements: (1)
Repaint approximately 100-feet of existing red curb on Valinda Avenue. (2) Paint an additional
120-feet of red curb to extend the existing red curb on Valinda Avenue for a total of approximately
220-feet of red curb.
iii. Traffic Review Along Curve at Baymar Avenue and Idahome Street
a. Request: A resident submitted a request to conduct a traffic review to evaluate existing conditions at
the curve where Baymar Avenue and Idahome Street intersect due speeding concerns along the curve.
b. Review Standard: Recommended improvements for signage, striping and all traffic control devices on
public streets are guided by the California Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (CAMUTCD),
the California Vehicle Code (CVC) and engineering judgement.
c. Recommendation: It was unanimously recommended to implement the following improvements: (1)
Install approximately 50-foot long center line consisting of a solid double yellow line along the center
of the curve at the intersection of Baymar Avenue and Idahome Street. (2) Install Chevron Alignment
signs (WI-8) along the curve to provide additional emphasis and guidance for a change in horizontal
alignment. The Chevron Alignment sign shall be a vertical rectangle, without a border. Chevron
Alignment signs shall be installed on the outside of a turn or curve, in line with and approximately a
right angle to approaching traffic. Per CAMUTCD Section 2C.09, Figure 2C-2. and Table 2C-6. (3)
Install Alignment Warning Signs (WI-1) and 15MPH Advisory Speed Plaque (W 13-1P). Per
CAMUTCD Section 2C.10 and Figure 2C-2. For sign sizes refer to CAMUTCD Table 2C-2. (4)
Install approximately 60 feet of red curb at the curve.
Line of Sight Review at Phillips Avenue East of Workman Avenue
a. Request: A resident submitted a request to review the existing line of sight at the intersection of
Phillips Avenue and Workman Avenue due to restricted view of approaching vehicles from parked
vehicles when trying to exit from Phillips Avenue onto Workman Avenue as well as restricted view of
pedestrians crossing northbound in the uncontrolled crosswalk at the east leg of the intersection.
b. Review Standard: Per AASHTO Guidelines for Stopping Sight Distance for a design speed of 25
mph, it recommended to have a clear sight distance of 155 feet. Per line of sight triangle appropriate
red curb based on this standard is recommended. Recommended signage and crosswalk improvements
and all traffic control devices on public streets are guided by the California Manual on Uniform Traffic
Control Devices (CAMUTCD), the California Vehicle Code (CVC) and engineering judgement.
c. Recommendation: It was unanimously recommended to implement the following improvements at
this intersection: (1) Repaint approximately 10-feet of existing red curb and paint an additional 25-feet
of red curb, for a total of 35-feet of red curb, to prohibit parking too close to the marked crosswalk. (2)
Install "Yield Here to Pedestrian" (RI-5) signs with advanced marked yield lines in white paint
approaching the east leg uncontrolled crosswalk for both approaches approximately 20-feet to 60-feet
from the crosswalk. (3) Install School Warning Assembly (SW24-1) sign approaching the east leg
uncontrolled crosswalk for the eastbound approach approximately 100-feet to 200-feet from the
crosswalk. (4) Repaint existing School Crosswalk located in the south leg with a Yellow ladder pattern
to match the crosswalk in the east leg of the intersection at all times.
DISCUSSION:
Please refer to the attached detailed meeting minutes for more information (Attachment No. 1).
Prepared by: Jana Robbins, Project Manager
Fiscal Impact
FISCAL IMPACT:
The recommended items will be installed and scheduled based on budget appropriations by the Community
Development Department. Curb markings and signage will be coordinated with the Public Services Department
for scheduling and installation.
Attachments
Attachment No. 1 - Traffic Committee Minutes - Meeting of March 10, 2020
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ATTACHMENT NO. 1
CITY OF WEST COVINA
Traffic Committee Regular Meeting
MEETING MINUTES FROM MARCH 10, 2020
Meeting Name: Traffic Committee Regular Meeting
Date: Tuesday, March 10, 2020
Time: 3:00 p.m.
Location: West Covina City Hall, Planning Conference Room
Attendees: City Staff: Officer Brian Daniels (West Covina Police Department Traffic Committee Representative),
Michael Ackerman (Contract City Engineer), Jana Robbins (Contract Traffic Engineering/Planning), Melissa
Demirci (Contract Traffic Engineering/Planning)
Residents: None
1. Call to Order: Meeting was called to order at 3:04 PM
2. Summary of Previous Traffic Committee Items approved at the February 11, 2020 Traffic Committee Meeting:
Traffic Review of Left Turn Access into Christ Lutheran School on Citrus Street: A request was submitted to the
City to review installation of a left turn pocket into the school's parking lot to improve street access into the
parking lot as well as alleviate the queue in the NB travel lane. TC approved installation of a left turn pocket into
the northern driveway with appropriate signage for entering and exiting vehicles to and from the school.
Permit Parking Review on Oakridge Circle East between Temple Avenue to Cul-de-Sac: A resident parking
restriction application was submitted to the City for parking permits along this segment. TC approved the
application for permit parking only along this street segment. Signs will be posted accordingly to designate the
permit parking areas.
Permit Parking Review on Mullender Street between Michelle Street to Francisquito Avenue: A resident
parking restriction application was submitted to the City for parking permits along this segment. TC approved
the application for permit parking only along both sides of the street except in front of the Church where parking
will be allowed at all times. Signs will be posted accordingly to designate the permit parking areas.
iv. KEEP CLEAR pavement markings and signage at Driveway to McIntyre Commercial Center on Citrus Street: A
business owner submitted a request for a KEEP CLEAR zone in front of one of their driveways on Citrus Street to
allow patrons and emergency vehicles to access the shopping center. During peak commute hours vehicles are
queuing waiting for the signal at Citrus Street and Garvey Avenue, with the queued vehicles blocking the
driveway. TC approved the recommendation to install a KEEP CLEAR marking and signage in front of the
driveway.
v. Announcement of the Upcoming Pacific Avenue Community Meeting: No was action required, an
announcement was given about the Community Meeting for the Baldwin Park Project proposed striping
modifications on Pacific Avenue between Bromley Avenue and Ardilla Avenue in the City of West Covina. The
Community Meeting was scheduled for February 24, 2020 at 6:00 PM.
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CITY OF WEST COVINA
Traffic Committee Regular Meeting
MEETING MINUTES FROM MARCH 10, 2020
3. New Traffic Committee Items Presented at the March 10, 2020 Traffic Committee Meeting:
i. Community Workshop Announcement: No action required, at the March 10, 2020 TC Meeting, an
announcement was given about the City's Community Workshop the City is hosting on Monday, March 16,
2020 at 6:30pm at Cortez Park Senior Center (2501 E Cortez St, West Covina, CA 91791) to discuss the
intersection of Citrus Street and Cameron Avenue. Residents living within the area were mailed flyers. Please
note that this workshop has been postponed to a future to be determined date per CDC and California
guidance due to COVID-19.
ii. Traffic Review for Red Curb in front of the Foothill Transit Bus Stop Near Valinda Avenue South of Glendora
Avenue
a. Request: The West Covina Police Department requested a traffic review of existing parking conditions
along Valdina Avenue at Glendora Avenue/West Covina Parkway due to the narrow width of the
street.
b. Review Standard: Recommended improvements and all traffic control devices on public streets are
guided by the California Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (CAMUTCD), the California Vehicle
Code (CVC) and engineering judgement.
c. Recommendation: It was unanimously recommended to implement the following improvements: (1)
Repaint approximately 100-feet of existing red curb on Valinda Avenue. (2) Paint an additional 120-
feet of red curb to extend the existing red curb on Valinda Avenue for a total of approximately 220-
feet of red curb.
iii. Traffic Review Along Curve at Baymar Avenue and Idahome Street
a. Request: A resident submitted a request to conduct a traffic review to evaluate existing conditions at
the curve where BaymarAvenue and Idahome Street intersect due speeding concerns along the curve.
b. Review Standard: Recommended improvements for signage, striping and all traffic control devices on
public streets are guided by the California Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (CAMUTCD), the
California Vehicle Code (CVC) and engineering judgement.
c. Recommendation: It was unanimously recommended to implement the following improvements: (1)
Install approximately 50-foot long center line consisting of a solid double yellow line along the center
of the curve at the intersection of Baymar Avenue and Idahome Street. (2) Install Chevron Alignment
signs (W1-8) along the curve to provide additional emphasis and guidance for a change in horizontal
alignment. The Chevron Alignment sign shall be a vertical rectangle, without a border. Chevron
Alignment signs shall be installed on the outside of a turn or curve, in line with and approximately a
right angle to approaching traffic. Per CAMUTCD Section 2C.09, Figure 2C-2. and Table 2C-6. (3) Install
Alignment Warning Signs (W1-1) and 15MPH Advisory Speed Plaque (W13-1P). Per CAMUTCD Section
2C.10 and Figure 2C-2. For sign sizes refer to CAMUTCD Table 2C-2. (4) Install approximately 60 feet
of red curb at the curve.
iv. Line of Sight Review at Phillips Avenue East of Workman Avenue
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CITY OF WEST COVINA
Traffic Committee Regular Meeting
MEETING MINUTES FROM MARCH 10, 2020
a. Request: A resident submitted a request to review the existing line of sight at the intersection of
Phillips Avenue and Workman Avenue due to restricted view of approaching vehicles from parked
vehicles when trying to exit from Phillips Avenue onto Workman Avenue as well as restricted view of
pedestrians crossing northbound in the uncontrolled crosswalk at the east leg of the intersection.
b. Review Standard: Per AASHTO Guidelines for Stopping Sight Distance for a design speed of 25mph, it
recommended to have a clear sight distance of 155 feet. Per line of sight triangle appropriate red curb
based on this standard is recommended. Recommended signage and crosswalk improvements and all
traffic control devices on public streets are guided by the California Manual on Uniform Traffic Control
Devices (CAMUTCD), the California Vehicle Code (CVC) and engineering judgement.
c. Recommendation: It was unanimously recommended to implement the following improvements at
this intersection: (1) Repaint approximately 10-feet of existing red curb and paint an additional 25-
feet of red curb, for a total of 35-feet of red curb, to prohibit parking too close to the marked
crosswalk. (2) Install "Yield Here to Pedestrian" (111-5) signs with advanced marked yield lines in white
paint approaching the east leg uncontrolled crosswalk for both approaches approximately 20-feet to
60-feet from the crosswalk. (3) Install School Warning Assembly (SW24-1) sign approaching the east
leg uncontrolled crosswalk for the eastbound approach approximately 100-feet to 200-feet from the
crosswalk. (4) Repaint existing School Crosswalk located in the south leg with a Yellow ladder pattern
to match the crosswalk in the east leg of the intersection at all times.
4. Audience Comments on Items Not on Agenda: None.
5. Committee Member Comments on Items Not on Agenda: None.
6. Adjourn: Meeting adjourned at 3:17 PM.
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