HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes Island Strategic Action Committee - 04/12/2016 ISAC Meeting April 12,2016
5:30 PM
Holiday Inn,15202 Windward Drive,
Corpus Christi Texas 78418
Agenda Item:L Call to Order,Roll Call Presenter: Kent Meek
Meeting Called by: Libby Edwards Middleton,Chair Type of Meeting: Regular
Facilitator: Libby Edwards Middleton,Chair Note Taker: Kent Meek
Attendees:Libby Edwards,William Goldston, Stan Hulse,Kathleen Pratt,,Jodi Steen,Brud Jones,Carter Tate,Cheri
Sperling,Charles Knoll,Aaron Huffman,David Perry,Alex Harris,Rick Sowash„Jay Ellington,Bryan Gulley
Absent:Jay Gardner,Paulette Kluge
Minutes
Agenda Item:IH. Approval of Minutes from April 12'2016 Presenter: Libby Edwards Middleton
Comments: Review for typos
Action:Motion to approve minutes from April 12'after review was seconded and unanimously accepted.
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Agenda Item:IV. Consideration of Request for Excused Presenter: Libby Edwards Middleton
Absences
Comments: David Perry and Alex Harris were absent for Aprils Meeting
Action:Motion to excuse David Perry and Alex Harris' absences was seconded and unanimously approved
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Agenda Item:IV. Public Comment Presenter/s: 1. Raymond Rose
2. Bill Barton
3. Donna LeCompte
4. Janice Ainbinder
5. Mark Gilliam
6. Tracy Watson
7. Kelly Byrom
8. James Skrobarczyk
9. (????)
10. John Adams
Comments:
1. Raymond Rose presented a brief traffic report regarding Mustang Island over the past weekend. Traffic
was backed up northbound as far as Corpus Christi pass until 6pm. Southbound traffic began backing up
around 10 am which started to cause safety concerns.
2. Bill Barton shared his experience traversing the intersection of Jackfish, Verdemar and PR22 on a wet
cold evening. He was hit by passing motorist totaling his vehicle and causing back problems. He feels
that he is lucky to have survived the accident, and spoke about the necessity of a traffic light at this
intersection.
3. Donna LeCompte supports the addition of a traffic light at the intersections of Jackfish, Verdemar and
PR22. She has 276 additional signatures other people in support of a traffic light.
4. Janice Ainbinder expressed her support of a traffic light at the intersection of Jackfish, Verdemar and
PR22. Traffic on PR22 keeps children from being able to easily access packery channel park or
Shchlliterbahn water park depending on which side of PR22 they are on. Placing a light at this intersection
would allow pedestrians and people on bicycles the opportunity to freely cross PR22
5. Mark Gilliam voiced his concern over TxDOT's recommendation of placing turning islands in the
intersection of Jackfish, Verdemar and PR22. Mr. Gilliam was concerned that the City was also
recommending that turning islands be placed at this intersection. Turning islands would restrict golf cart
access to all of the new facilities that are being constructed. Mr. Gilliam supports the installation of a
traffic light at this intersection to promote safety and easy access to areas of the island.
6. Tracy Watson Pastor of Padre Island Baptist Church is not in favor of closing the intersection of Jackfish,
Verdemar and PR22. He is optimistic about the speed reductions the traffic light at Aquarius will bring,
but is also in favor of an additional mechanism to slow down traffic at this intersection. He also reminded
everyone that a number of people turn left onto the northbound lane of PR22 which should be included in
the evaluation of this intersection.
7. Kelly Byrom gave a beach update. She referenced the berm on the beach and the standing water that pools
between the dunes and the berm. South Packery to the Holiday inn held standing water after the rains on
April 18'and 19`x'. Trashcans,trash,port-a-potty's and beach facilities were all in standing water because
it has nowhere to drain. Beach operations has drained the standing water in the past,but has not dredged
a path for the trapped water to recede lately. She is concerned that the condition of the beach with standing
water poorly reflects the reality of Padre Island to tourists.
8. James Skrobarczyk is a long time developer of the island and wanted to introduce himself to the
committee and mention his upcoming run for city council.
9. (Unintelligible Did Not Sign In)regularly uses the intersection of Jackfish,Verdemar and PR22 and voiced
concern of the safety issues this intersection possesses. He is in support of a traffic light and additional
signage at minimum.
10. John Adams reflected on a death at the intersection of Jackfish, Verdemar and PR22. He supports the
development of a traffic light at this intersection. He also recommended placing large SLOW DOWN
signs at the apex of the causeway bridge and along PR22.
Action:na
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V. Ongoing Business
Agenda Item:A,B,C,D Ongoing Business Presenter: E.Jay Ellington
Comments:
Jay Ellington began by reminding citizens thatyyycx xwctxnn has active beach cams for 2 areas of the north
padre island beaches.
Follow up to Resolutions from April 2016
1. PR22 Bridge—a memo was submitted to the engineering department through the ACM Office on 4.20.16
2. Beach Access Road Naming—a memo was submitted to the traffic engineering department through the
ACM Office on 4.20.16
3. Beach Permit Amendments - a memo was submitted to Beach Operations through the ACM Office on
4.28.16
4. Island Blast—Emergency Services has approved the Event plan, the fire department has provided the
appropriate permits,use permit is to be submitted by 5.5.16
5. ISAC Membership Ordinance —Passed on second reading 4.26.16, applicable candidates can apply
online at the city secretary's homepage. Tuesday June 14'City Council will name the Mustang Island
Member
6. 3 "D" Process—The City utilizes a process of Discovery, Discuss and Decide when making decisions.
The ACM would like to extend this process to ISAC for future use.
7. Additional Meetings with the ACM—Jay Ellington will continue to hold meetings with ISAC members
at their convenience,please contact Kent Meek for scheduling.
Island Engineering Project Updates
1. Beach Access 3a&2—Final Engineering Letter Report was received and a submittal meeting was held.
Design plans are expected within the next month. An issue with land owner's easement is being discussed,city
staff will report to ISAC in June what steps were taken to resolve this.
2. Beach facility,Continuation of Discussions Concerning Project Optimization of Final Site with Nueces County.
Any direction from ISAC regarding this facility is welcomed by City Staff. Padre Bali Park has been analyzed
as a site location. It's the goal of the City and County to avoid unnecessary road crossing.
3. Bond 12 JFK infrastructure Project—Anticipated Completion May 2016
4. Billish Park—Project Bids Came in Over Budget,an Analysis and Discussion of Alternatives continues
5. Park Road 22 Bridge - Plan review comments have been issued back to Urban Engineering. The public
comment period is closed consultant is preparing responses to 29 comments.Discussions between the city and
developer continue. The topic of starting a subcommittee was brought up, interested members should speak
with Carter Tate.
6. Traffic management study-The consultant selection is complete,approved by TXDOT on April 29.The final
scope will be developed during contract negotiations. Possible action needed by ISAC in June Approve the
Consultant Agreement.
7. Left turn lane at Commodores—Anticipated Construction May 2016. Members asked about the right turn
lane towards northbound PR22. ACM has asked engineering review this portion of the intersection. Options
include light timing and control which will allow for the center straight only lane to also be used for right turns.
Members had a brief discussion about traffic concerns in this intersection for businesses and tourist traffic to
and from Port Aransas.
8. Aquarius signal—Project has been awarded and construction is scheduled to begin in May 2016
9. ACM was asked to explain what the Traffic Management Study includes and what is defined under
"accessibility"
10. Plan CC—comprehensive plan update goes to the commission on the 18'. Anticipate 2 or 3 meetings that will
work through any amendments or changes.
11. City Staff will forward link to Plan CC 2035 when available.
12. Beach Status—No new information. City staff have received ISAC's request to amend their operations permit.
Said request for amendment is being considered by Parks staff and the GLO. ACM will visit with beach
operations about standing water.
Action:
Respond to Beach Access Roads Easement Resolution
Define"Accessibility"as it pertains to the Traffic Management Study
Respond to Standing Water on North Padre Beaches
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Agenda Item:E Padre Island Area Development Sub Committee Presenter: William Goldston
Mr.Goldston informed ISAC that there would be about two more subcommittee meetings. The document is currently
in draft format. Next steps include making the plan public and presenting it to ISAC with a 30 day review period. An
open house is scheduled for Saturday June 4'at Sea Shore learning academy gym from l Oam to Noon and they need
about 10 volunteers to assist with setting up. Volunteers should show up around gam.
Action:NONE
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Agenda Item:VII New Business Presenters: Neil McQueen
Janice Minter
Surfrider Foundation—Plastic Bag Ban
Vice Chair for the Coastal Bend chapter of the Surfrider foundation Neil McQueen presented ISAC with a presentation
regarding the adverse effects plastic bags have on local wildlife. Neil has seen first-hand the alarming growth of plastic
bags in the coastal ecosystem and the negative impacts plastic bags have on endangered wildlife. This year Port
Aransas put a plastic bag ban into place which hasn't reduced tourism. Stores in Corpus Christi put out 300,000 plastic
bags a day which equals 110 million plastic bags a year. If only I%of those bags come loose its 3,000 bags a day.
Turtles like the Kemp Riddley mistake floating plastic bags for j elly fish and unknowingly eat them. Ingested plastic
has been found to be detrimental to hurtle life and other animals indigenous to this area of the coast.
An ordinance incorporating language from both South Padres Island,Laguna Vista and Port Aransas has been drafted
by members of ISAC which includes Flour Bluff.
Janice Minter—Traffic Light at Jackfish,Verdemar&PR22
Janice Minter provided ISAC with another presentation about the dangers present at the intersections of Jackfish,
Verdemar and Park Road 22. Janice has received more than 200 signatures from the community and island businesses
in support of a traffic light at this intersection. Furthermore,she stated the general disfavor to both closing off this
intersection or installing island turning medians as a response to safety concerns.
Action:
ISAC Support of an Ordinance which Bans Point of Sale Bags on the Island
Motion was Seconded and Passed Unanimously
ISAC Requests the City follow the 3"D"Process to analyze the Intersections of Jackfish,Verdemar and PR22
Motion was Seconded and Passed Unanimously
City Staff/ISAC Action Items:
Prepare Memorandum Requesting Legal Draft an Ordinance Responsible Party Deadline
Restricting Point of Sale Plastic Bags on North Padre Island.
Kent Meek May 24fe 2016
Prepare Memorandum Requesting a Preliminary Traffic Study
of this Intersection by City Traffic Engineering.
Agenda Item:VIII Next Month's Meeting Presenter: Libby Edwards
June 7fe 2016 @ 5:30pm
Action:NA
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Agenda Item:IX Adjournment Presenter: Libby Edwards
ISAC Adjourned at 7:44 pm
Action:n/a
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