Traffic Safety Commission Minutes - 04/04/2001 RECEIVED IN
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
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THE WICHITA FALLS TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMISSION
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APRIL 4, 2001
MEMBERS PRESENT: MEMBERS ABSENT:
Ronnie Awtry Don Vann - excused
John Burrus Joe Clement- excused
Clyde Williford Tim Hertel - excused
Elaine Bourgoin
Lt. Karl Lillie
Brad Altman
Jody Wade
Henry Oliver
Al Sutko
Forrest Ward Jr.
EX-OFFICIO MEMBERS PRESENT: EX-OFFICIO MEMBERS ABSENT
MSgt. Jim Zillweger Councilor Dan Shine
VISITORS
Robert Powers -Assistant City Manager
Larry Blowers -Wichita Falls Transit Administrator
The April meeting of the Wichita Falls Traffic Safety Commission was called to
order by Chairman Jody Wade at 1:30 P.M.
Mr. Henry Oliver gave the invocation.
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Chairman Wade welcomed the commission members and Mr. Robert Powers,
Assistant City Manager and Mr. Larry Blowers,Wichita Falls Transit Administrator to
the meeting.
Chairman Wade invited Mr. Powers to address the commission prior to the regular
agenda items.
Mr. Powers explained that the city has purchased 22 bus stop shelters which are to
be placed at various locations throughout the city. He presented the proposed locations
and maps of each for the commission's review. Mr. Powers requested the commission look
at the proposed locations to review for safety concerns prior to the installations. The
commission agreed to tour the locations and look for any safety issues that should be
addressed during the May commission meeting. Mr. Blowers suggested that any questions
be referred to Mr. Powers at 761-7404 or himself at 761-7433. The item will be added to
the May agenda as Item 01-05.
The financial report and minutes for the March meeting were approved as written.
The accident statistics were circulated for review. Lt. Karl Lillie provided a list of
the top ten accident locations for the month. He also provided information regarding the
seatbelt campaign that is currently in force.
City Traffic Report
Mr. John Burrus reported that 4 of the top ten accident locations will be corrected
after the completion of the overhead. He reported that the city has been working on the
Kemp and Callfield intersection. The traffic light cycle has been reduced in length and
there have been some changes to the lanes. Mr. Burrus also reported that since the
southbound overhead lanes have opened,the light sequence has been reduced from 180
seconds to 70 seconds. Mr. Burrus also reported that by the end of 2001, Kemp and
Maplewood intersection will get new lights and turn lanes.
State Traffic Report
Mr. Clyde Williford reported that the Kell extension is going well. Lebanon will
become the through street rather than Lawrence when the construction is complete.
Unfinished Business
Item 01-01: Hill Request
Lt. Karl Lillie reported that the brick wall issue has been referred to the
Planning department. After review, they have concluded that if motorists stop on the stop
bar that is now painted on the street, the wall is not an obstruction. The Planning
Department is not recommending the destruction of the wall.
Mr. John Burrus reported that all of the signs for the park are ready. They
are looking at the possibility of a donor for the expense for funding the sidewalk.
Item to remain open.
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New Business
Item 01-02: Public Service Announcements
Item to remain open due to the absence of Trooper Joe Clement.
Item 01-03: East Scott Speed Limits
Mr. Clyde Williford reported that he checked the posted limits and they
comply with the city ordinance. Mr. Williford advised that he will check it again when the
construction in that area begins. Item closed.
Items of Discussion
Jody Wade suggested the commission take a look at the intersection of Scott
and Kell. There is congestion there when turning left onto Kell from Scott. Mr. Burrus
will take a look at the area and report back during the May meeting. Item to be listed as
Item 01-06.
Mr. Brad Altman reported that the traffic signal on Speedway at Harrison is
off sequence. Mr. Burrus will also take a look at this area for the next commission meeting.
Item to be listed as Item 01-04.
Mr. Wade suggested that the commission submit a letter to the Chief of the
Wichita Falls Police department recognizing the contributions that the department makes
to the commission and their goals. Elaine Bourgoin will prepare the letter for Mr.Wade's
signature.
There being no further business before the Commission,the meeting was adjourned
at 2:15 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
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Jody Wade Elaine Bourgoin
Chairman Secretary/Treasurer
Wichita Falls Traffic Safety Commission
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WICHITA FALLS TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMISSION
FINANCIAL REPORT
April Balance $ 6046.22
Total $ 6046.22
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I .
i NOTICE OF MEETING
MEETING: WICHITA FALLS TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMISSION
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° DATE: MAY 2, 2001
TIME: 1:30 P.M.
LOCATION: CITY COUNCIL CONFERENCE ROOM - MUNICIPAL AUDITORIUM
AGENDA: A. CALL TO ORDER
B. INVOCATION
C. RECOGNITION OF NEW MEMBERS AND GUESTS
D. FINANCIAL REPORT FOR APRIL 2001
E. MINUTES OF MEETING OF APRIL 4, 2001
F. ACCIDENT STATISTICS
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G. CITY / STATE TRAFFIC REPORT
H. COMMITTEE REPORTS
I. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. ITEM 01-01: HILL REQUEST
2. ITEM 01-02: PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS
J. NEW BUSINESS
1. ITEM 01-04: SPEEDWAY/HARRISON TRAFFIC CONTROLS
2. ITEM 01-05: CITY BUS SHELTERS
3. ITEM 01-06: SCOTT/GALVESTON INTERSECTION
K. ITEMS OF DISCUSSION
L. ADJOURNMENT
Wheelchair or handicapped accessibility to the meeting is possible by
using the handicapped parking spaces, ramp and elevator located off the
East parking lot on 6th St. entrance. Spanish language interpreters,
deaf interpreters, Braille copies or any other special needs will be
provided to any person requesting a special service with at least 24
hour notice. Please call the City Clerk's office at 761-7409.
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CERTIFICATION
I certify that the above notice of meeting was posted on the bulletin
board at Memorial Auditorium, Wichita Falls, Texas, on the day of
, 20 , at o'clock (a.m. ) (p.m.) .
City Clerk