April 6, 2017 MinutesTransportation Safety Advisory Commission
Minutes
Thursday, April 6, 2017 5:30 P.M.
The Transportation Safety Advisory Commission (TSAC) convened for a meeting on April 6, 2017
at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber Conference Room, Building #4, 1400 Schertz Parkway,
Schertz, Texas 78154.
TSAC Commissioners Present:
Bish, Stephen
Correu, John
Dziewit, Richard
Outlaw, Glen
Ragsdale, Roy
Rowland, Phillip
Ryson, Paul
Sullivan, John
Staff Present:
Albert Arriaga, Traffic Safety Division
Brian James, Executive Director
Robert Martinez, Streets Supervisor
Cecilia Palomo, Graduate Engineer
Kathy Woodlee. City Engineer
CALL TO ORDER AT 5:30pm by Chairman Bish
ROLL CALL
HEARING OF RESIDENTS
Janet McConnell, Jonas Woods, addressed concerns regarding the speed humps and speeding issues
throughout Jonas Woods. She is requesting that the City remove the speed humps from her street,
stating that they have never been a speed deterrent and states that the residents on that street never
requested for the speed humps to be put in. Had questions regarding the City's protocol as to how to
add, and remove, speed humps in any neighborhood. City to add to next month's Agenda and
discuss during meeting.
Melinda Reedes, Jonas Woods, was also present in order to support Ms. McConnell and to reiterate
the residents on that street did not submit, nor agree with, the initial request for the installation of the
speed hump.
1. Minutes: Consideration and /or action regarding the approval of the minutes of the March 2,
2017 Meeting.
A motion was made by Commissioner Pete Ryson to approve the minutes of the March 2,
2017 Meeting. Second by Commissioner Roy Ragsdale. Motion passed. Vote was
unanimous.
2. Cypress Point: Mr. James gave update in terms of ability to control construction trucks,
stating this is not in the City's profile. Though agreements are possible, and we have done it
before, this is not an example of when we would try to. enter into an agreement. Staff did go
out and address the contractor, asking if they could please travel down Eckhardt Rd. and in
the back way in order to minimize the through traffic. In regards to the trucks being parked
on empty lots, we again have asked the contractor to keep an eye on this, reminding them
that this is not designed for parking, and that they must respect the proper hours of operations
afforded to ongoing construction. The City is not in a position to issue citations for the
nuisances, but can try to continue to support the efforts to make it more tolerable for the
residents.
3. PCI Presentation: Jess and Jerry, IDS, gave a presentation on the Pavement Conditioning
Index (PCI). Jess reintroduced Micro Paver and went through the pavement management
goals thoroughly, including how the program helps to prioritize maintenance and
construction. The grading levels run from 0 to 100, known as the PCI value, and is scored in
100 ft sections. There are 19 pavement distresses and they are ranked as low, medium, or
high. Jess also discussed the different types of repair methods and when each would be
appropriate to use.
The City is prepared to keep up with the current data and add newly adopted streets as
necessary. We have started the crack sealing program last November, and will maintain a
schedule with no end at this time.
4. TX Dot Q &A: Dale Picha, P.E., PTOE gave updates and answered specific questions.
Updates shared and points made:
• The current stop lights being put in will be in process for the next few months. There is a
3 to 4 month lead time on poles and mast arms.
• Dimrock is scheduled to be turned on any day.
• 3009 sidewalks are installing ADA handrails and continuing clean up punch list.
• FM1518 @ Schaffer is a little behind schedule. Currently 25 working days late, should
be up by mid may.
• FM3009 off ramp delineators are missing due to too many times being struck. They are
designed to be hit and return to normal position. They do tend to give out after so many
hits.
• The bridge at FM1103 is out of New Braunfels office. There is no start date scheduled
as of this time and it is not to be completely closed down during construction. City of
Cibolo is discussing detours and diverting.
• Overgrown median/curb vegetation — contract ended March 31St at midnight. Company
was not keeping up with their duties. Going back out for bid.
• FM78 — adjusting signaling times for improvement. No plans for road widening at this
time. No road capacity to allow for bike lanes in between FM3009 and Schertz Parkway.
5. Public Improvement Acceptance Process: Staff gave update and information. The process
consists of the City taking ownership of all new roadways when construction is completed.
At that time, a one -year warranty goes into effect, which is covered by the construction
company. During that year, the City periodically inspects the roadways to make sure that the
roads, manholes, sewer, water lines, and road density are in proper condition. At the end of
the warranty year, the City evaluates and takes final acceptance of the roads. Only caveat to
this is gated communities.
6. No Parking — Cameron River: Staff gave update and information regarding the need for a
No Parking sign along Cameron River drainage ditch. Called for vote.
A motion was made by Commissioner Richard Dziewit to approve the No Parking sign.
Second by Commissioner John Correu. Motion passed. Vote was unanimous.
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7. Staff Comments: City staff gave updates on the following areas.
• Sipple Elementary new school zone times are from 6:30am to 9:OOam
• New school zone lights have been installed on Elbel Rd with a more modern concept.
• Belmont crosswalk has been completed.
• New school zone lights going in at Fairlawn.
8. Future Agenda Items Requests and /or Comments by Commissioners:
• Commissioners Ragsdale and Correu thanked the City for the recent Traffic Calming
Webinar.
• Commissioner Outlaw asked that we present the Speed Hump Request process during
May's meeting.
9. Adjournment: Motion made by Commissioner John Correu to adjourn the meeting. Second by
Commissioner Roy Ragsdale. Motion passed. Vote n,as unanimous. Meeting adjourned at
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