Because of multiple accidents at Watts Plantation and Sienna Parkway, Missouri City will initiate the following safety measures in the next few weeks:
*Install a prohibitive left turn movement from westbound Watts Plantation onto southbound Sienna Pkwy; *Allow an eastbound left turn movement from Sienna Pkwy to Watts Plantation; *Prohibit U-turn movements at two median openings just north of the Watts Plantation/Sienna Pkwy intersection; *Allow U-turns at the protected left signal at Sienna Pkwy and Sienna Springs; and *Install a flexible curb system, add pavement markings, and add signage at the Watts Plantation/Sienna Pkwy intersection to ensure visibility and improve warning.
Prior to median closures, the city also will implement the following cut-through traffic prohibition:
*Install selected striping on Diamond Springs Drive to establish a definitive two-lane neighborhood street.
Police patrol units will be on-hand in the first weeks of the median closures to monitor traffic and deter speeding.
The recent multiple accidents led Missouri City to commission a traffic engineering analysis to evaluate accident history for the past three years. The analysis considered turning movements, sight distance, existing roadway geometrics and potential traffic calming measures. The impending extension of Fort Bend Parkway in the near future to intersect with Sienna Parkway was also considered.
The city will monitor traffic patterns at the above intersection and at Silver Ridge Blvd. before and after the implementation to see if other mitigation efforts are needed.
The city regrets motorist inconvenience but believes motorist safety comes first.
For questions, call 281-403-8500 or email publicworks@missouricitytx.gov
Stacie Walker
Public Information Manager
City of Missouri City
1522 Texas Parkway
Missouri City, Texas 77489
281-403-8530
swalker@missouricitytx.gov
Thursday, May 13, 2010
Thieves Targeting Catalytic Converters In MoCity Subdivisions
Missouri City police are targeting catalytic converter thieves who have in the last 30 days stolen 10 of the car parts from Toyota 4-Runners in the Fonmeadow and Fondren Park subdivisions.
Catalytic converters are used to reduce vehicle emissions, and are mounted on the underside of all gasoline-fueled vehicles. They are located on the exhaust system between the engine and the muffler. Thieves are stealing the converters because they contain expensive metal parts that can be sold.
Police are putting extra patrols in the subdivisions, as well as preparing a pamphlet for residents in those areas. The homeowner’s associations have also been contacted and warned about the thefts.
“Please make every effort to secure your vehicle in an area not easily accessible to these thieves,” said the statement t residents from MCPD. “If possible, park your vehicle in your secured garage during the overnight hours.”
Residents should report any suspicious activity to the police department at 281-403-8700
Respectfully,
Lieutenant Dwayne Williams
Missouri City Police Department
Patrol Division
281-403-8745
Catalytic converters are used to reduce vehicle emissions, and are mounted on the underside of all gasoline-fueled vehicles. They are located on the exhaust system between the engine and the muffler. Thieves are stealing the converters because they contain expensive metal parts that can be sold.
Police are putting extra patrols in the subdivisions, as well as preparing a pamphlet for residents in those areas. The homeowner’s associations have also been contacted and warned about the thefts.
“Please make every effort to secure your vehicle in an area not easily accessible to these thieves,” said the statement t residents from MCPD. “If possible, park your vehicle in your secured garage during the overnight hours.”
Residents should report any suspicious activity to the police department at 281-403-8700
Respectfully,
Lieutenant Dwayne Williams
Missouri City Police Department
Patrol Division
281-403-8745
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
Sugar Land Continues Community Dialogue on University Boulevard Expansion
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 28, 2010
Contact: Doug Adolph
281-275-2724
Sugar Land Continues Community Dialogue on University Boulevard Expansion
Sugar Land, TX - The City of Sugar Land has scheduled an informational meeting on May 6 to discuss the expansion of University Boulevard from Commonwealth Boulevard to the Riverstone subdivision.
The meeting will be held in the Cane Room at Sugar Land City Hall, 2700 Town Center Boulevard North, from 6-8 p.m. Key City staff and consultants will participate in the meeting.
Sugar Land has been discussing the project with the community for several months, including ongoing discussions with the Brazos Landing and Avalon homeowners' associations and surrounding communities.
The dialogue with key community members is intended to ensure residents are kept apprised of the project, one that will result in four lanes divided by medians.
"This roadway will benefit the entire community by alleviating congestion on major routes and improving mobility throughout the region," said City Engineer Chris Steubing. "Providing more direct access to U.S. Highway 59 and State Highway 6 means fewer motorists cutting through neighborhoods to access major thoroughfares -
effectively reducing traffic in communities along Commonwealth."
The meeting will provide citizens an opportunity to visit with staff about the project, discuss details related to design features and provide feedback.
Construction is anticipated to begin in September 2010.
April 28, 2010
Contact: Doug Adolph
281-275-2724
Sugar Land Continues Community Dialogue on University Boulevard Expansion
Sugar Land, TX - The City of Sugar Land has scheduled an informational meeting on May 6 to discuss the expansion of University Boulevard from Commonwealth Boulevard to the Riverstone subdivision.
The meeting will be held in the Cane Room at Sugar Land City Hall, 2700 Town Center Boulevard North, from 6-8 p.m. Key City staff and consultants will participate in the meeting.
Sugar Land has been discussing the project with the community for several months, including ongoing discussions with the Brazos Landing and Avalon homeowners' associations and surrounding communities.
The dialogue with key community members is intended to ensure residents are kept apprised of the project, one that will result in four lanes divided by medians.
"This roadway will benefit the entire community by alleviating congestion on major routes and improving mobility throughout the region," said City Engineer Chris Steubing. "Providing more direct access to U.S. Highway 59 and State Highway 6 means fewer motorists cutting through neighborhoods to access major thoroughfares -
effectively reducing traffic in communities along Commonwealth."
The meeting will provide citizens an opportunity to visit with staff about the project, discuss details related to design features and provide feedback.
Construction is anticipated to begin in September 2010.
Monday, April 19, 2010
Make First Colony Count
If you have not returned your 2010 U.S. Census form, you can expect a Census worker to visit
your home sometime between May and July. Mandated by the U.S. Constitution, the Census
campaign continues to ensure that every living person in this country is counted. Census data are
used to apportion congressional, state and local elected seats as well as distribute over $400
billion in federal and state funds for essential community services such as roads, schools, parks
and disaster assistance. The count impacts every person and community.
Census forms were mailed in March. If you did not receive a form or cannot locate it, call 1-866-
872-6868 for help. Census workers will identify themselves by presenting an official
identification badge. No private information such as social security numbers or credit card
information will ever be asked.
All census responses are confidential. Answers are protected by law and cannot be shared with
anyone. Extreme measures are taken to protect the identity of individuals and businesses. By
law, the Census Bureau cannot share respondents’ individually identifiable answers with anyone,
including other federal or law enforcement agencies.
your home sometime between May and July. Mandated by the U.S. Constitution, the Census
campaign continues to ensure that every living person in this country is counted. Census data are
used to apportion congressional, state and local elected seats as well as distribute over $400
billion in federal and state funds for essential community services such as roads, schools, parks
and disaster assistance. The count impacts every person and community.
Census forms were mailed in March. If you did not receive a form or cannot locate it, call 1-866-
872-6868 for help. Census workers will identify themselves by presenting an official
identification badge. No private information such as social security numbers or credit card
information will ever be asked.
All census responses are confidential. Answers are protected by law and cannot be shared with
anyone. Extreme measures are taken to protect the identity of individuals and businesses. By
law, the Census Bureau cannot share respondents’ individually identifiable answers with anyone,
including other federal or law enforcement agencies.
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
2010 Census
Robert E. HebertFort Bend County Judge
Phone (281) 341-8608or (281)238-3462www.fortbendcountynews.info
For Immediate Release
Fort Bend County Judge encourages all to Complete and Mail Back 2010 Census Forms
Fort Bend County Judge Bob Hebert encourages all residents of Fort Bend County to complete and mail back the 2010 Census form in an effort to eclipse the area’s Census 2000 mail participation rates. “Please join me in taking 10 minutes to answer 10 questions that are vital to our community’s future.” The 2010 Census questionnaires are delivered from March 15-17, 2010.
One of the shortest census forms in U.S. Census history, the 2010 Census form asks 10 questions and takes about 10 minutes to complete. Responses to the census form should include everyone that will be living at that address as of Census Day, April 1, 2010, the official day of the population count. (It is not necessary to wait until April 1, 2010, to return the census form, however. Forms should be returned as soon as possible.) Mailing back a form ensures an accurate count and lowers the cost of the 2010 Census by reducing the number of census workers who must go door-to-door to collect census data. About $85 million is saved for every one percent increase in mail participation. Also, the Census Bureau saves $60-$70 per census form returned by mail.
Questionnaire Assistance Centers (QAC) will be available to assist those unable to read or understand the census form. For those with visual impairments, the Language Assistance Guide will be available in large print and Braille. Deaf and hard-of-hearing persons who do not have access to Video Relay Service (VRS) can call the TDD number, 1-866-783-2010. In addition to these options, Language Assistance Guides will be available in 59 languages at all QAC locations.
From March 22 through May 3, 2010, daily mail participation rate maps and data tables will be available at 2010census.gov. For more information, visit 2010census.gov.
**Please visit http://www.fortbendcountynews.info for more information pertaining to local events and updates.**
Phone (281) 341-8608or (281)238-3462www.fortbendcountynews.info
For Immediate Release
Fort Bend County Judge encourages all to Complete and Mail Back 2010 Census Forms
Fort Bend County Judge Bob Hebert encourages all residents of Fort Bend County to complete and mail back the 2010 Census form in an effort to eclipse the area’s Census 2000 mail participation rates. “Please join me in taking 10 minutes to answer 10 questions that are vital to our community’s future.” The 2010 Census questionnaires are delivered from March 15-17, 2010.
One of the shortest census forms in U.S. Census history, the 2010 Census form asks 10 questions and takes about 10 minutes to complete. Responses to the census form should include everyone that will be living at that address as of Census Day, April 1, 2010, the official day of the population count. (It is not necessary to wait until April 1, 2010, to return the census form, however. Forms should be returned as soon as possible.) Mailing back a form ensures an accurate count and lowers the cost of the 2010 Census by reducing the number of census workers who must go door-to-door to collect census data. About $85 million is saved for every one percent increase in mail participation. Also, the Census Bureau saves $60-$70 per census form returned by mail.
Questionnaire Assistance Centers (QAC) will be available to assist those unable to read or understand the census form. For those with visual impairments, the Language Assistance Guide will be available in large print and Braille. Deaf and hard-of-hearing persons who do not have access to Video Relay Service (VRS) can call the TDD number, 1-866-783-2010. In addition to these options, Language Assistance Guides will be available in 59 languages at all QAC locations.
From March 22 through May 3, 2010, daily mail participation rate maps and data tables will be available at 2010census.gov. For more information, visit 2010census.gov.
**Please visit http://www.fortbendcountynews.info for more information pertaining to local events and updates.**
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