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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1984 MAYOR'S SAFETY COMMITTEE September 20, 1984 4:30 p.m. MAYOR'S CONFERENCE ROOM Members present: Chairman Burt, Linda Allen, Jim Cane, Gordon Tjelmeland, Mike Beener, Jack Kaus. Others present: Mayor Bowers, Larry P. Burger, Michelle Temeyer, and Donna Van Horn. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Burt. Moved by Tjelmeland, seconded by Kaus, that the minutes of June 7, 1984 be received and placed on file. Motion carried. Halloween date and time were discussed. The hours of 6-8, on October 31 , 1984 was agreed upon. The Clerk's Office will be sending out press releases to the media and schools for safety prevention. The Mayor reported on the need to combine the Public Safety Committee and the Mayor's Safety Committee. The need for membership input from both committee's is vital. With no further business before the committee, the meeting was adjourned. Donna Van Horn Acting Secretary PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION August 20, 1984 3:00 p.m. Mayor's Conference Room Members present: Dowie, Penaluna, Lichty Also: Mayor Bowers, Wright and Klinger City Attorney, Dave Tyler, reported that the amended agenda including the item "Traffic Pattern due to Park Avenue Reconstruction" had been posted as soon as the amendment was known. Ralph Anderson, Assistant City Engineer, reported that due to the Park Avenue Reconstruction, the one-way traffic patterns on Lafayette and Sycamore Streets would need to be revised to allow for turn- around traffic with their terminuses at Park Avenue. Several alternatives were discussed, including cost of restriping, and the need to change the diagonal parking on said streets. After discussion, it was moved by Lichty, seconded by Dowie that the committee recommended to the City Council that Sycamore and Lafayette Streets be converted to 2-way traffic patterns between East Park Avenue and East 4th Street, with parallel parking on the above described portion of Sycamore Street only. Motion carried. The next item of discussion was the future of the Police Training Center on Elk Run Road. The letter of 7/20/84 from Waterloo School Superintendant Gary Wegenke on the school's position on the existing lease was reviewed. The school does not wish to sub-lease to the Waterloo Police Protective Association but supports its use as a training center. Police Chief Huck's letter of 8/17/84 was also reviewed. City Attorney Dave Tyler's letter of August 17, 1984 was reviewed which outlined conditions that would apply to a sub-leasing arrangement between the City and the Waterloo Police Protection Association. Officer Thompson, President of the Waterloo Police Protection Association stated that the Association has carried dram shop insurance since 1977, with the City named as an additional insured party. Councilperson Dowie stated that the issue is either one of whether to retain the building as a training facility or to sublease it to the association. It was reported that the results from the lend base tests at the indoor shooting range had not yet been received. Public Safety Commission Page two It was suggested that a joint meeting of the Building and Grounds Committee and Safety Commission be scheduled to further discuss this situation. With no further business before the Committee, the meeting was adjourned. Michelle Temeyer Deputy City Clerk MAYOR'S SAFETY OOMMI'ITEE June 7, 1984 4:30 p.m. MAYOR'S CONFERENCE ROOM Members present: Chairman Burt, Bud Hawn, Sharon Walker, Linda Allen, Jim Cain, Gordon Tjelmeland, Mike Beener, Donna Van Horn, and Michelle Temeyer. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Burt. It was moved by Cain, seconded by Walker that the minutes of the May 10, 1984 meeting be received and placed on file. Motion carried. The proclamation for "Recognize the Handicap Week" was finalized (June 25-29, 1984). It was moved by Tjelmeland, seconded by Cain that the proclamation be approved and distributed to the media. Motion carried. The memorandum of Mike Mrzlak, Superintendent of Sign and Traffic regarding various traffic situations discussed on May 10, 1984 were briefly reviewed. No comments were heard. It was announced that the Committee would not meet in July and August. With no further business before the Commission, the meeting was adjourned. Motion carried. Donna Van Horn Acting Secretary Safety Committee Meeting May 10, 1984 Mayor's Conference Room Members present: Chairman Burt, Bud Hawn, Jim Lawrence, Jack Kaus, Jim Cain, Steve Dwyer. Others present: Mayor Del Bowers, Gordon Tjelmeland, Donna VanHorn, Michelle Temeyer and Larry P. Burger. It was moved by Hawn, seconded by Lawrence that the minutes of the April meeting be received and placed on file. The subject of bicycle and moped safety was discussed. It was suggested that the committee work with the community and Police DeparLiiient to make public aware of safety rules and regulations. Under unfinished business, the Mayor reported that the City has made an offer to buy the Lafayette Building and it was accepted. He also stated that the Lafayette Building was stripped of interior accessories. Bud Hawn reported that he attended the banquet in Des Moines to honor the Handicap sponsored by the Governor and that the Handicap of the Year was a UNI Professor of Education from Cedar Falls. Discussion was heard on National Handicap Week with poster and proclamation stressing localization in the City of Waterloo. Chairman Burt acknowledged Gordon Tjelmeland, Community Relations Manager, John Deere, as a new member of the Committee. Jim Cain of the Fire Department reported on the dangers of putting leaves and grasses in the street and burning them. He said citizens should burn in containers and that the Fire Department was making the media aware of this. Jack Kaus reported on the following street problems: 1 . Why are no turns on red allowed at W. 5th & Commercial? Same at W. Park Avenue and Commercial? - problem turning into ramp. 2. We need a "No Left Turn" sign at E. 11th and Sycamore - The Mayor is going to look into it. 3. We still need uniformity in the marking the beginning and ending of 1-way streets. - Referred to the Sign and Traffic Department. 4. Need "end of one-way" on left side of Jefferson Street at 18th Street. - Referred to Mayor. 5. Commercial Street is in poor repair from W. 7th Street to 11th Street. Why not have only one lane each way up to RR tracks on Commercial. - Referred to Sign and Traffic Department. 6. Olympic Drive needs to be a protected Street. The street carries enough traffic to need stop or yield signs. - Install stop sign on Olympic Drive. 7. Will there be a 9th Street access from Hwy 21? - No. Safety Committee Meeting Page Two Chairman Burt reported on the weed problem on corners now that warm weather is here. The only way weeds will be cut is when citizens call in and complain. With no further business before the committee, the meeting adjourned. Donna VanHorn for Larry P. Burger, City Clerk/Auditor Safety Committee April 12, 1984 4:30 p.m. Members present: Chairman Burt, Mike Beener, Bud Hawn, Jim Lawrence, Jack Kaus, Jim Cain and Sharon Walker. It was moved by Lawrence, seconded by Kaus that the minutes of the March 1984 meeting be received and placed on file. Motion carried. Under new business, the subject of bicycle and moped safety was discussed. Concern was expressed not only that cyclists should be made aware of the rules of the street but also that motorists should be familiar with the rights and responsibilities of the bicycle and moped cyclists. It was suggested that a series of Public Service Announcements (PSA's) and a press release be formulated. Under unfinished business, the demolition information hand out from the Building Official's Office was reviewed. No action was taken. Committee member Hawn reported that work is progressing on handicapped poster distribution. Members were encouraged to assist in this effort. The annual Award's Banquet for the Governor's Committee on the Handicapped is scheduled for April 24, 1984 in Des Moines. Gordon Tjelmeland who is the Manager of Community Relations at John Deere will be invited to the next meeting on May 10, 1984. The intersection of W. 9th and Johnson was pointed out as a potential hazard and that maybe an additional barrier should be placed at the curb. With no further business before the committee, the meeting was adjourned. Michelle Temeyer Deputy Clerk/Auditor MAYOR'S SAFETY COMMITTEE March 8, 1984 4:30 p.m. Mayor's Conference Room Members present: Chairman Russell Burt, Theola Jay, Jim Kane, Linda Allen, and Bud Hawn. Others present: Mayor Bowers, Councilperson Wright, Larry P. Burger, and Michelle Temeyer. It was moved by Jay, seconded by Burt that the minutes of February 9, 1984 be approved as printed. Motion carried. Jim Murphy, Safety Director at John Deere Engine Works, was introduced. Jim or a representative from John Deere will be sitting on the Committee. Jim Kane of the Waterloo Fire Department and Don Thorson of the Street Department were also introduced. Don Thorson, Superintendent of the Street Department, reported on the procedures used during a regular snowfall . Since November 14, 1983, the Street Department has salted and sanded fifty-four (54) days using approximately 2,000 tons of salt and 4,000 tons of sand. Approximately 3,000 man hours over and above regular time have been spent on snow removal . There are approximately 3,000 miles of street to clear in the City. Snow can be removed from City streets in approximately 12-14 hours. Discussion was heard on odd-even parking for snow removal . The major problem with its implementation is that snow plows are not equipped with two-way directional plows. Also, there is a problem of communicating to the public as to when after a snow storm odd-even parking goes into effect. The removal of harden snow on the side of the street where parking is permitted becomes difficult for road equipment. It was reported that City ordinance prohibits moving snow from private to public property. The subject of street sweeping was brought to the floor for discussion. The department operates five (5) sweepers with approximately 1,100 curb miles to sweep. The FY 1985 Budget authorized the purchase of an additional sweeper at an approximate cost of $60,000 - $65,000. Building demolition was brought to the floor for discussion. Copies of the demolition ordinance will be sent to Committee members. The Council 's action on demolition of the Lafayette Building, located at the intersection of East Fourth and Lafayette Streets, was reviewed. (See City Council Minutes of March 5, 1984. ) In the past, block grant funds have been used in the demolition of buildings in census tracts benefitting the low and moderate incomes or in the case where demolition eliminates slum and blight. It was moved by Jay, seconded by Hawn that the Safety Committee go on record as concerned about the condition of the Ellis Hotel . Motion carried. Mayor Bowers said that efforts will continue on the combination of the Council Safety Committee and this group. Bud Hawn asked the Committees ' assistance in distributing posters printed by the Governor's Committee on the Handicapped. The Committee will assist in their dissemination. Bicycle safety will be discussed at the April Committee meeting. With no further business before the Committee, the meeting was adjourned. Michelle Temeyer Deputy City Clerk MAYOR'S SAFETY OOMMITTEE February 9, 1984 4:30 p.m. Mayor's Conference Room Members present: Chairman Russell Burt, Jack Kaus, Jim Lawrence, Councilperson Mary Lichty, Captain Beener, and Linda Allen. Also present: Michelle Temeyer. It was moved by Kaus, seconded by Lawrence that the minutes of January 12, 1984 be approved. Motion carried. Michelle Temeyer reported that a letter of invitation had been sent to the Junior League for a Committee representative but with no reply. The City Engineer and the Fire Department will be sending replacements for a resignee and retiree, respectively within each department. Captain Beener reported that vehicles on public right-of-way that are not moved once in 48 hours are being ticketed and towed. Councilperson Lichty questioned whether manpower was adequate in the Police Department. Captain Beener stated that vacancies are being filled through Civil Service procedures. She also reported that the Training Center on Elk Run Road was being converted from an indoor shooting range to a classroom area. Michelle Temeyer was instructed to contact the City Attorney's Office for a status listing of homes in the City that are scheduled for demolition. Linda Allen reported that Community Development will be letting a demolition contract. Snow removal was brought to the floor for discussion. Jim Lawrence reported that the Chamber of Commerce has been receiving a larger than ordinary number of calls concerning the condition of city streets and intersections. City policy requires the removal of snow when snow fall exceeds three (3) inches in depth. The establishment of snow routes and/or odd-even parking was discussed. Don Thorson, Superintendent of Streets, was asked to be present at the March meeting to further discuss these possibilities. Jack Kaus asked for clarification of the permissive green lights on University Avenue in regard to U-turns. Are U-turns allowed on solid green when sign in median states that U-turns are permitted on left turn only? The conversion of Commercial Street from a one-way to a two-way was questioned. A representative from John Deere will be present at the March meeting to discuss several concerns with the Committee. Several dangerous aspects of the intersection of San Marnan Drive and U.S. Highway 218 were brought to the attention of Captain Beener. He will contact the Iowa DepaLLuzent of Transportation for solutions. With no further business before the Committee, the meeting was adjourned. Michelle Temeyer Deputy City Clerk Mayor's Safety Committee January 12, 1964 4:30 p.m. Mayor's Conference Room Members present: Burt, Jay, Kaus Also present: Mayor Del Bowers, Larry P. Burger, Michelle Temeyer It was moved by Jay, seconded by Kaus that the minutes of November 10, 1983, be approved as printed. Motion carried. .Crider old business it was reported that the resignation of Larry Berg from.: the City Engineer's Office and the retirement of Eugene Fortune from the Fire Department will require that replacements be sought. The Clerk/Auditor will ask for new committee persons. Chairman Burt reported that a representative Lull Deere and Company has asked to attend the February meeting to discuss several concerns with the committee. He will be extended a letter of invitation. The site distance problem on the access road near the intersection of University Avenue and Sager Avenue due to shrubbery was discussed. The City Engineer's Office will be asked to investigate. Discussion was heard on the snow removal situation near the intersection of VeiLluut Street and Mitchell Avenue; the Hy-Vee parking lot on Vermont Street and Westminster Presbyterian Church onto Hale Street. The excessive piling of snow and the resulting sight distance problem was discussed. The need for an ordinance to allow the towing of unmoved vehicles after a snowfall was also discussed. Theola Jay expressed continued concern for no sidewalks on Hammond Avenue, particularly for elementary children walking to Kittrell Elementary School. Jack Kaus asked that a temporary stop sign be placed at the intersection of Sioux Street and Easton (near West High) to replace a broken one. The Clerk/Auditor will inform the Sign & Traffic Department. Mayor Del Bowers asked the Committees' assistance in combining the Committees' activities with that of the Public Safety Committee of the City Council consisting of Frank Dowie, Too: Penaluna, and Mary Lichty. Problems that both may address include dangerous buildings, sidewalk cleaning, and snow removal. As issues develop, both will interact. Committee replacements from the Junior League and the PTA will be sought by the Clerk/Auditor. With no further business before the Committee, the meeting was adjourned. Larry P. Burger Clerk/Auditor