May 5, 2016 MinutesTransportation Safety Advisory Commission
Minutes
Thursday, May 5, 2016 5:30 P.M.
The Transportation Safety Advisory Commission (TSAC) convened for a meeting on May 5, 2016 at
5:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber Conference Room, Building #4, 1400 Schertz Parkway, Schertz,
Texas 78154.
TSAC Commissioners Present:
Bowers, Bill
Davis, Mark — Vice Chair
Dziewit, Richard
Franklin, Larry
Haugen, Eric
Tew, Mark
Staff Present:
Brian James, Executive Director
AlbertArriaga, Traffic Safety Division
Cecilia Palomo, Graduate Engineer
CALL TO ORDER AT 5:32 p.m., by Vice Chairperson Mark Davis
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HEARING OF RESIDENTS
Robert Brockman, Elbel Rd. asking about the progress and plan with the 2nd crosswalk (with lights)
at Clemens High School.
Ken Lyssy, Winding Trail. Mr. Lyssy returned to hear update on Fairlawn traffic study. Thanked the
Commission for its fast work as the school zone mentioned during April's Meeting has already been
extended.
Garrell Colton, Cypress Barn — Willow Grove. Concerns regarding flashing light on FM 1518. States
that the cars veer off the side of the road in order to go around the buses. They will go up to the
school to turn around to beat the line of traffic. States it is very dangerous. Asking if TxDot plans to
put in an actual traffic light instead of the blinking light.
1. Minutes: Consideration and/or action regarding the approval of the minutes of the April 7,
2016 Meeting.
A motion was made by Commissioner Richard Dziewit to approve the minutes of the April 7,
2016 Meeting. Second by Commissioner Bill Bowers. Motion passed. Vote was unanimous.
2. FM2252 Speed Limit: Recommendation to suggest to City Council to reduce the speed limit
from 50 to 45 mph on FM2252, from 482 to the 1St railroad track.
A motion was made by Commissioner Larry Bowers to approve the recommendation to City
Council. Second by Commissioner Eric Haugen. Motion passed. Vote was unanimous.
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3. Lone Star Rail: Brian James gave the Commission an update and thorough presentation
including the letter from the Lone Star Rail District Chair. As of now, we will continue to
participate and remain members until further information and /or decisions are made and can
be obtained.
4. CoS 2016 Strategic Plan: Brian James and Richard Dziewit gave presentation including
handouts of the 2016 City of Schertz (CoS) Strategic Plan. Mr. James touched on highlights
including the City's new Mission Statement, values, services, etc. Mr. James asked that we
add this to next month's Meeting Agenda so that all Commissioners can review and return
with questions, if any.
5. Staff Comments: City staff gave updates on the following areas:
• Kramer Farms stop sign has been installed.
• Proper weight limit sign has been installed on Schwab Rd.
• Corbett Dr. yield signs installed.
• Covers Cove speed humps installed.
• Scenic Links speed humps still waiting for approval from one resident.
6. Future agenda items requested by Commissioners: None.
7. Adjournment: Motion made by Commissioner Richard Dziewit to adjourn the meeting.
Second by Commissioner Larry Franklin. Motion passed. Vote was unanimous. Meeting
adjourned at 6 :37PM.
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