SAFETY ADVISORY AND TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE

The Safety Advisory and Transportation Committee Meeting was held on July 24, 2007, at 6:07 p.m. with Chairman Hogan presiding. Members present were Mr. Carey and Mr. Link (arrived 6:18 p.m.). Mr. Slavin and Mr. Lakeman were absent.

AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS

Mr. Hogan requested Item #3, Briefing on DelDOT Projects, be deleted from the agenda.

Mr. Carey moved for approval of the agenda, as amended, seconded by Mr. Link and unanimously carried.

Discussion - Transit Hub Concept (Ken Potts - DART)

Mr. Ken Potts, Director of Development for Delaware Transit Corporation (DTC), stated the DTC operates transit within the City of Dover limits and indicated that their current location will be affected by the proposed expansion of the Courthouse. He advised members that a site had been located and the project had been approved by DelDOT; however, it is not on the present funding schedule due to the capital funding shortfall.

Mr. John Kotula, Facility Engineer for DTC, presented members with a layout of the proposed site of the new Dover Transit Center (Attachment #1), which will be located at the former George and Lynch property. He stated the site would be utilized by the inter-county and inter-state buses. The one-story building is approximately 2,500 square feet and would include restrooms, ticket office, and waiting lounge. Mr.  Kotula advised members that the tar ditch issue has not yet been addressed. Additional parking, as well as a platform and station, have been planned for the railroad tracks located on the other side of West Street. Responding to Mr. Hogan, Mr. Kotula indicated they are interested in partnering with the local taxi cab services, as well as other services; however, the current layout does not indicate this usage.

Ms. Juanita Wieczoreck, Director of the Dover/Kent County Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), noted the design of the Dover Transit building will be revised to reflect a three-story building due to the needs of future tenants.

Mr. Hogan stated that members would continue to support this project.

Presentation - GIS Use During June 2007 NASCAR Races

Mr. David Truax, City Fire Marshal, and Mr. Mark Nowak, G.I.S. Coordinator, provided a Powerpoint presentation depicting how G.I.S. (Geographic Information System) was utilized during the June 2007 NASCAR event (Attachment #2). Mr. Nowak indicated the information used during this event was also shared with Kent County 911. The vending areas were named and all the hydrants located around Dover Downs International Speedway were identified by their gallons per minute capability and colored accordingly on the map.

Mr. Truax also identified the vehicle and RV parking sites that are utilized for NASCAR events and stated the Planning and Inspections Department is currently researching requiring a fee or license for the parking of vehicles and/or RV’s. He invited members to participate in a ride along during the September 2007 NASCAR event.

Mr. Nowak advised members that the United States Coast Guard will be visiting the City on Friday, July 27, 2007 to review the G.I.S. program and how it is being utilized.

Briefing on MPO Projects - Juanita Wieczoreck

Ms. Wieczoreck reviewed the Project Status Report for Dover/Kent County MPO Region (Attachment #3). She also indicated a Public Workshop on the Route 8 Study is scheduled for Wednesday, August 1,2007 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at City Hall.

Ms. Wieczoreck stated that she contacted DelDOT regarding the timing of the signal lights along Division Street; however, she has not yet received a response. Mr. Hogan noted the left turn lane light on State Street, at the intersection of Division Street, is too short and should be adjusted. Mr. Link also indicated the light at Route 8 and Mifflin Road should be adjusted due to the length of time for the light changing from red to green.

Mr. Link moved for adjournment, seconded by Mr. Carey and unanimously carried.

Meeting Adjourned at 7:42 P.M.

                                                                                    Respectfully submitted,

                                                                                    Kenneth L. Hogan

                                                                                    Chairman

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Attachment to Original Minutes and File Copy:

Attachment #1 -Dover Transit Center Layout

Attachment #2 - G.I.S. Presentation

Attachment #3 - Project Status Report - Dover/Kent County MPO Region