The committee reviewed an update to the Pavement Manual, which included details on funding allocations for various ward repairs. The meeting featured a presentation on current city grant applications for infrastructure projects, such as road resurfacing, intersection upgrades, and path construction. A report was provided on the NPDES 5-Year Stormwater Permit, highlighting inspection activity performed in the prior year. Additionally, the committee received a progress update regarding the construction of the new Public Works and Fleet facilities.
Mar 19, 2025
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The meeting commenced with the call to order for the March 19th meeting, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Key discussions included an update on the single stream recycling program, noting that Tuesday routes are fully operational and participation volume has tripled compared to previous averages. The committee discussed the plan to convert Wednesday routes shortly, followed by Thursday and Friday routes in April. It was confirmed that grant funding has been approved to offset costs, including cart delivery and educational materials, and drop-off sites will eventually be closed. Discussion also covered the acceptance of black plastic in recycling due to improved sorting machinery, and clarification on size restrictions for recyclable plastics (not larger than a five-gallon bucket). Financial aspects of recycling were addressed, indicating a cost of zero dollars per ton for 2025 through the arrangement with St. Peters, with future rates capped at no more than $55 per ton. The committee also reviewed the use tax allocation, confirming that funds approved by residents in 2020 are supporting the engineering department's pavement management program and the police department, generally split 50/50 between the two entities.
Feb 19, 2025·Board meeting
Public Works Advisory Committee Meeting
The committee meeting covered an update on the 2024 Pavement Manual, noting that the next version would utilize 2019, 2022, and forthcoming 2025 TransMap data. Accomplishments for 2024 included the successful implementation of a strategy to address work in every city ward. The Capital Improvements Manager detailed concrete program achievements, such as replacing 2,258 slabs (6.4 lane miles), and the successful application of targeted joint repairs using mastic material, covering approximately 14 lane miles. The presentation also highlighted the 2024 asphalt program, focusing on mill and overlays, and crack sealing completion in Ward 3 (52 center lane miles). A pilot program for sidewalk mudjacking in Ward 1 fixed about 1,200 slabs. Furthermore, the committee received a detailed overview of Public Works accomplishments, including significant work in pothole patching, joint and street creep repairs, roadway striping, and addressing traffic marker and sign-related issues. Committee members raised specific inquiries regarding pavement conditions near Progress West Hospital and the intersection of Veterans Memorial Parkway and Woodlawn.
