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MINUTES OF THE MEETING FOR
THE WICHITA FALLS TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMISSION
OF
NOVEMBER 3, 1999
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Joe Clement
Penny Henderson
Jody Wade
Elaine Bourgoin
Lt. Fred Smith
Brad Altman
Ronnie Awtry
Dave Westen
Bob Parker
EX- OFFICIO MEMBERS PRESENT:
TSgt. Jim Zillweger
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Don Vann - excused
Tim Hertel
EX- OFFICIO MEMBERS ABSENT
Councilor Dan Shine
VISITORS
John Burrus - City of Wichita Falls Traffic Dept.
The November meeting of the Wichita Falls Traffic Safety Commission was called to
order by Chairman Dave Westen at 1:30 P.M.
Dave Westen gave the invocation.
The financial report and minutes for October were accepted and approved as
written.
The accident statistic reports were circulated for review. Lt. Fred Smith went over
the monthly and quarterly results.
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City Traffic Report
Lt. Fred Smith advised the commission that the speed limit at the 2500 block of
Kemp has been changed to a 25 mph school zone. The police department has been working
that area.
Lt. Smith also advised that US Cellular has donated cell phones for all crossing
guards for 911 calls in case of emergencies. The phones will be an asset to the guards.
State Traffic Report
None due to Mr. Hertel's absence.
Unfinished Business
Item 99 -07: Enterprise - Parking
John Burrus advised the commission that the city has replaced the signs and
paint on the curbs. Legally, that is all the city can do. Lt. Fred Smith advised that the
police department will work that area to try to provide some relief to the problem. Item
closed.
Item 99 -09: Loud Music
Trooper Joe Clement requested the item be closed. There does not seem to
be a need to pursue the issue further. The police department will address the cases as
needed. Item closed.
Item 99 -11: Fall Safety Patrol Party
Trooper Joe Clement reported that 296 safety patrol participants attended
the party at Funland. The kids had a great time and ate a lot of hotdogs. Commission
members that attended the party were Penny Henderson, Brad Altman, Jody Wade, Don
Vann, Trooper Joe Clement and Elaine Bourgoin. Volunteers that assisted were Billy
Henderson, John Bourgoin, and Scott Longway. Trooper Joe Clement will present the
plaques for Coca -Cola Bottling for the drinks and Copeland's for the hot dogs. Penny
Henderson will present the plaque to the Police Officer's Association for use of the cooker
for the hot dogs. Item closed.
Item 99 -15: Agape School Zone
Bob Parker advised the commission that the area does not qualify as a school
zone per state law. Suggested the commission contact the state to request a "School" sign
to indicate there is a school in the area. John Burrus will contact the state department to
make the request. Item closed.
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Item 99 -16: SW Parkway /Jacksboro Area
Trooper Clement advised the commission that a citizen has suggested speed
bumps be put in to slow down the traffic in that area. Bob Parker advised that the bumps
are not effective. That area is not an intersection so does not qualify for additional traffic
controls. Lt. Fred Smith agreed that the area is not an area with a high number of
accidents. The existing signs are legally placed to direct the existing traffic flow. Item
closed.
Item 99 -17: SAFB North Gate Intersection
John Burrus reported that a lot of the problem was due to the construction
being done in that area. Now that the work is complete, the traffic signals have been
coordinated with the base traffic to better control the flow of traffic. Item closed.
New Business
Item 99 -18: Electronic Radar Signs
Jody Wade suggested that the commission go before City Council to request
at least three mobile signs to move to areas within the city. Bob Parker will ask for an
agenda item. Members were encouraged to attend the meeting when the item is addressed.
The commission voted to proceed with the necessary procedures to request funding from
the council. Item to remain open.
Item 99 -19: Walnut /Scott Intersection
Item to remain open due to Mr. Hertel's absence.
Items of Discussion
Chairman Westen advised that there will not be a December meeting. The next
meeting will be January 5, 2000. Ronnie Awtry will take office as chairman and Jody
Wade will serve as co- chairman for the upcoming year.
Lt. Smith advised the commission that the motorcycle officers will be back up to 9
officers in November or December. They will be working DWI's the night before
Thanksgiving. Everyone is scheduled to work New Year's eve. The radars that were
requested in this year's budget were not approved. The department is looking for grant
money to try to obtain the needed radars.
Chairman Ronnie Awtry presented plaques to Penny Henderson and Dave Westen
for their dedication and service to the commission for the past several years. Both
members are not eligible for reappointment to the commission at this time.
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There being no further business before the Commission, the meeting was adjourned
at 2:45 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
avid Risdon Westen Elaine Bourgoin
Chairman Secretary/Treasurer
Wichita Falls Traffic Safety Commission
WICHITA FALLS TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMISSION
FINANCIAL REPORT
NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER $ 5266.43
Balance $ 5266.43
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NOTICE OF MEETING
MEETING: WICHITA FALLS TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMISSION
DATE: JANUARY 5, 2000
TIME: 1:30 P.M.
LOCATION: COUNCIL CONFERENCE ROOM
AGENDA: A. CALL TO ORDER
B. INVOCATION
C. RECOGNITION OF NEW MEMBERS AND GUESTS
D. FINANCIAL REPORT FOR NOVEMBER & DECEMBER `99
E. MINUTES OF MEETING OF NOVEMBER 3, 1999
F. ACCIDENT STATISTICS
G. CITY / STATE TRAFFIC REPORT
H. COMMITTEE REPORTS
I. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. ITEM 99 -18: ELECTRONIC RADAR SIGNS
2. ITEM 99 -19: WALNUT /SCOTT INTERSECTION
J. NEW BUSINESS
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 6"' 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.
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
19 , at o'clock (a.m.)(p.m.).
City Clerk