South Central Regional Safety Coalition Meeting Thursday, February 18, 2016 @ 10:00 AM
Terrebonne North Branch Library, 4130 W. Park Ave., Gray, LA
10:00 AM Call to Order ……………………… Captain D. Naquin Prayer ……………………………. Pledge of Allegiance …………. Introductions
1. Review and Approval of Minutes – November 20, 2015 2. South Central Region-Wide “Capturing Safety through the Lens” Contest Judging 3. SHSP/SCRSC Trivia 4. South Central Regional Transportation Safety Plan Annual Review
a. Impaired Driving (Sgt. D. Bergeron) b. Occupant Protection (Sgt. Leonard) c. Young Drivers (C. Parker) d. Vulnerable Road Users (Meeting Minutes included. Next Meeting: May 5, 2016) e. Infrastructure & Operations (Next Meeting: March 10, 2016)
11:15 AM 5. Available Grants/ Project Updates
a. DWI BAT Mobile Update (Sgt. T. Leonard) b. State Farm Grant Application c. Louisiana Highway Safety Commission Grant Cycle http://www.lahighwaysafety.org/grant.html
6. Upcoming Campaigns/Trainings/Conferences/Events
a. MARCH: Statewide SHSP Young Driver and Impaired Driving Meetings (March 16th) National Work Zone Awareness Week (March 23 –March 27) b. APRIL: National Distracted Driving Awareness Month & Alcohol Awareness Month Lifesaver’s Conference (April 3-5) BUCKLE UP IN YOUR TRUCK (April 22-28, 2016) LSP Troop C Public Safety Expo @ NSU (April 30, 2016) c. MAY: National Youth Traffic Safety & Motorcycle Safety Awareness & National Bicycle Safety Month CLICK IT OR TICKET National Mobilization (May 23-June 5) National Police Week (May 15-21) EMS Week (May 15-21)
7. Local Agency Reports
8. Other Business/Adjournment Next SC Regional Safety Coalition Quarterly Meeting: May 19, 2016 @ 10AM
Attached: 2016 NHTSA Calendar & 2015-16 HTMPO/SCRSC Calendar
Additional Resource sites: Traffic Safety Marketing: http://www.trafficsafetymarketing.gov/ NHTSA’s Countermeasures that Work (All EA’s) http://www.nhtsa.gov/staticfiles/nti/pdf/812202-CountermeasuresThatWork8th.pdf Impaired Driving http://www.lahighwaysafety.org/impaired.html Occupant Protection: LHSC Observational Surveys http://www.lahighwaysafety.org/occupant.html 2015 Louisiana Nighttime Seat Belt Observation Survey Results 2015 Louisiana Seat Belt and Motorcycle Helmet Use Observation Survey
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SOUTH CENTRAL REGIONAL SAFETY COALITION Quarterly Partnership Meeting
Thursday, November 19th, 2015 @ 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Louisiana State Police Troop C Squad Room, 4047 West Park Ave., Gray LA
Minutes of the Meeting In Attendance:
Ray Traigle, Assumption SO, absent Dennis Bergeron, LSP-C (Impaired Driving Team Leader), absent Evan Harrell, LSP-C (Young Driver Team Leader), absent Adam Tatar, SCPDC (Vulnerable Road Users Team Leader), absent Cassie Parker, SCPDC (Regional Safety Coordinator)
Amber DeGeorge, ADAC Doug Foreman, LPSO Earl Geason, St. James SO
Ashley Bridges, CRTSC Bridget Gardner, LPSTF Craig Poche, St. James SO
Shannon Rivera, BREMS Paramedic Tim Duncan, LSP Troop B Dustin Poche, St. James SO
Nicole Soudelier, DHH Troy Leonard, LSP Troop C Greg Maurin, St. John DA
Yvette Dufrene, Dufrene Driving School Darrin Naquin, LSP Troop C Keith Faul, Terrebonne SO
Judy Smart, Gazebo NHW Rudynah Capone, LTAP-LRSP Leticia Madrigal, UMC New Orleans
Jody Ordeneaux, Gramercy PD Ava Fontenot, MADD Claude Maher, Operation Lifesaver
Albert Pierre, HPD Josephine Rodrigue, MADD Emma Bergeron, SCPDC
Beverly Morris, LHSC Lisa Giroir, CPS Tech Mark Adams, LPSO
Brandy Picou, LOSGH Alicia Toups, SCLHSA Thomas Schmitt, Operation Lifesaver
Call to Order Chairman D. Naquin called the meeting to order at approximately 10:45 A.M. Opening Prayer /Pledge of Allegiance A. Toups said the opening prayer and D. Poche led the Pledge of Allegiance. Introductions Introductions were made.
1. Approval of the South Central Regional Safety Coalition Meeting Minutes from August 27, 2015
C. Poche made a motion to approve the minutes from the quarterly meeting on August 27, 2015 to accept the minutes as amended. It was seconded by E. Geason. Motion passed.
2. Review and Approval of the SCRSC Brochure
Chairman Naquin brought the SCRSC Brochure to the Coalition’s attention. Everyone agreed on how well it was done.
3. Local Agency Reports
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Thibodaux Police Department Two officers became certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians. They will be conducting saturated patrols during the “Click It or Ticket”/Thanksgiving Occupant Protection Campaign from November 22nd – 29th. They will also be conducting saturated patrols during the “Drive Sober or get “Pulled Over”/Christmas-New Year Campaign from December 18th – January 3rd. A DWI checkpoint will be held during this time; however, the date has not yet been set. They still have two officers every Thursday and Saturday night from 10pm – 3am who strictly focus their efforts on underage drinking in the local bars. Several officers worked the Thibodeauxville Festival, it was a huge success and no major incidents occurred during the weekend festivities. LSP TROOP C T. Leonard stated LSP Troop C has a DWI checkpoint planned for December 29th and will hold several multi-dates saturation details, December 3rd – 5th and again December 10th – 12th. Also, will be using their motorcycles and assigning them to special hours. They have received a great deal of positive reactions to their new LED board. LAFOURCHE PARISH SO Lafourche Parish began their CTS grant on October 23rd. As of this meeting date, they have 20 DWI’s and 180 DWI’s for the year. They will begin “Click It or Ticket’ campaign November 22nd – 29th. On November 27th they will hold a nighttime OP and DWI checkpoint. Daytime OP and DWI checkpoints will be held as well in conjunction with “Click It or Ticket”. In the schools they began the “Drive Straight” program. They are having serious issues with traffic lights throughout the Parish, several are in need of adjustment. The “Arrive Alive” program was a huge success at Central Lafourche High School. LOUISIANA HIGHWAY SAFETY COALITION They dispersed the 2016 Enforcement Grants and are asking for entities to sign and return them. ST. JAMES SO In October they held a Child Safety event where 57 seats were checked and 14 were replaced. Participated in the National Night Out kickoff party held in Kenner. The Sunshine Bridge was set to open Friday, November 20th and will continue to monitor safety improvement in the area. They plan to conduct saturated seat belt patrols during the holiday breaks. Also, during the Bon Fire Festival they will be conducting DWI saturated patrols. The “Arrive Alive” program was held at Lutcher High School. HOUMA PD Plan to participate in the “Click It or Ticket” and “Drive Sober” campaigns during the holiday season. GRAMERCY PD Halloween night was a huge success. In two of the larger neighborhoods’ they closed off streets to vehicular traffic making it a traffic free zone for the night. During the holidays they plan to do extra seatbelt/DWI patrols. UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER – NEW ORLEANS Sudden Impact Recently launched a silent partnership with Sonic fast food chains. Sonic will be selling 2016 calendars for $5 at participating locations. This calendar will include car seat safety tips, over $45 worth of Sonic coupon discounts and a listing of local fairs and festivals. All proceeds will be directed to the Louisiana Passenger Safety Task Force to purchase and distribute child safety seats based on family needs in the region.
GAZEBO NHW
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National Night Out Against was a great success. It has grown since last year, from 112 participants to 168 this year. Lafourche Parish School Board They are new to the Coalition and was in attendance to see what the Coalition entails and to get
ideas to bring back to the Lafourche Parish schools. Operation Lifesaver Unfortunately, this year they have seen an increase in Rail Road and Trespassing fatalities. In
2014 there were 7 railroad crossing fatalities. At the end of June 2015 there has been five thus far. There were 14 trespassing fatalities in 2014 and as of November 2015 there has been 8.
ADAC Distributed Child Safety Seat fliers to all Lafourche and Terrebonne Parish elementary school
students. They have moved to a new location, the business side entrance will be 202 Barataria Avenue and the community entrance side will be 201 Canal Street. A whole room has been dedicated to Child Seat Safety.
TERREBONNE PARISH SO Their Highway Safety grants have been received. During the holiday season they will be conducting parking lot patrol beginning the week of Thanksgiving all the way through to the New Year. SLCHSA Participated in both the National and Local Night Out events within the river parishes. They are working on the LAPFS grant. Conducted a calendar contest promoting the theme “Stay Alcohol Free, Be the Best You You can Be”. The contest was promoted throughout the elementary, middle, and high schools. Held Child Seat Safety check in Gramercy where 56 seats were checked, 20 replaced. An event was held in Grand Isle where no one showed up to have their child seats checked. However, they were able to network with people who will help better promote it next time it is held. An event has been scheduled for December 5th at Walmart in conjunction with Sunburst Media. The Barker Mitsubishi Child Seat Safety Check event fell through, but they will continue efforts to coordinate another. MADD In October MADD held their first annual 5K Non Competitive Walk in Houma at the Downtown Marina under the twin span. There was 139 participants, $10,667 was raised. DHH Unfortunately, there were 7 SID’s in September/October. On a lighter note, there were no deaths due to motor vehicle accidents. Troop B On Impaired Driving they are working toward the goal of using “No Refusal” throughout the New Orleans area. They are in the process of finding out where “No Refusal” is in place and where it is not. Where it is not in place, they are putting together a PowerPoint presentation along with a tool kit to present to these areas. The tool kit will consist of items used by law enforcement, medical, and judicial sides. All three sides must participate for it to be beneficial. The goal is not to increase the blood drawls but to increase people’s compliance.
4. South Central Regional Transportation Safety Plan EA Priorities
A. Impaired Driving (Sgt. D. Bergeron) In Sgt. Bergeron’s absence C. Parker inquired if anyone would like to become a Co-Leader for the Impaired Driving emphasis area. She explained most emphasis areas has two – a leader and a co-
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leader. It was requested for members of the Coalition to please consider it. She then gave a brief overview of the SHSP data collected. In 2014 there were 39 actual impaired driving accidents within the SCRSC Region. The 5 year moving average is 36 and the SHSP goal for the SCRSC Region is to reduce fatalities from 39 to 32 per year by 2015. The contributing factor in these accidents has been alcohol involvement.
i. SCRTSP Action Item List
C. Parker then reviewed the Impaired Driving Identified Priorities chart. Under Strategy 1.1 she stressed the need for point of contact for each agency for Impaired Driving. This would help to gather data in reference to what the stats may be and how each case was handled. She requested under Strategy 3.1.1 for the agency’s to please email reports to her when overtime DWI enforcement for extra saturated patrols are conducted.
ii. “We Got Your BAC” Program (Ashley Bridges, Capital Region Transportation Safety
Coalition) A. Bridges gave a presentation on the CRTSC “We Got Your BAC” program. This program is
geared at trying to reach people who are drinkers and are likely to drink and drive to educate them on BAC levels. Their goal was to increase the public’s knowledge by 75%. They wanted to survey a minimum of 100 drinkers; so they set up a booth at a local community event that sold liquor. With law enforcement volunteers they approached drinkers to explain what the program was about and invited them to take part in a short survey and a brief breathalyzer test. Anyone who participated and/or was found over the limit was offered a free ride home. A post demonstration survey was also given to the participants afterwards. She reviewed the survey questions given to participants, responses received, and results from the surveys. It was suggested to evaluate whether or not the participants still drank and drove after being educated. C. Parker stated funding was available for the implementation of this program within the SCRSC Region and requested input from the Coalition as to whether or not they were interested in implementing such a program within the SCRSC Region and how to make it possible.
B. Occupant Protection (PFC M. Toups, Sgt. T. Leonard, & Sgt. A. Pierre)
Sgt. Leonard stated that they are continuing efforts to reduce fatalities among drivers not restrained. They were seeking to reduce fatalities from 34 a year to 28 a year by the year 2016. Current data indicates the goal will be met this year, 2015. They will try to reduce this even more.
i. SCRTSP Action Item List
Sgt. Leonard gave a brief update on the Occupant Protection Priorities chart. He stated that A. Toups and B. Picou have been appointed as CPS Coordinators. They are hoping to host a Regional CPS, OP Awareness, and CPS Technician course in October 2016. The last time a regional course was held was in 2014. He stated quotes were being received on t- shirts to be used as an incentive in conjunction with school resource officers conducting student seat belt use checks. The “Saved by the Belt” contest was ongoing, nominations were needed. They were currently using logos to promote the May “Click It or Ticket” and April’s “Buckle Up in Your Truck” campaigns. If logos are needed, please contact C. Parker or Sgt. Leonard. C. Parker inquired if the Coalition would like to keep Strategy 2.1.4 and if it was something they would like to work on. It was suggested to introduce it to the local parish councils.
ii. Fitting Stations
20,000 flyers have been distributed throughout Lafourche and Terrebonne Parish Schools. Also, posters have been distributed to local agencies. Digital formats were given to the local diocese so they can email it to their parents as well. B. Gardner stated evaluations were needed on fitting stations. Fitting Stations need to report Fitting Station
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numbers. These numbers are needed to reflect the evaluations taking place.
iii. Child Passenger Safety Booklets If there’s an upcoming event, C. Parker has these booklets for distribution.
iv. Child Passenger Safety Event Efforts (A. Toups and B. Picou) These events were discussed under the Local Agency Reports.
C. Infrastructure and Operations
A meeting will be held on December 10th, 2015 at 10:00 am.
D. Vulnerable Road Users (A. Tatar) A meeting will be held in January 2016. E. Young Drivers (B. O’Bryan & E. Harrell)
No leaders were present; however, B. Gardner informed the Coalition that the State was ready for the Mensa Driving School Assessment and should take place in summer 2016. This assessment will help get driving schools within compliance.
i. SCRTSP Action Item List
Sgt. Leonard relayed that in an effort to reduce young driver deaths ages 15-24 from the current average of 35 per year to 31 by 2015 SCRTSC put some priorities in place. One being to implement the “Sudden Impact” program. 74 classes in Terrebonne Parish have been scheduled for 2015 reaching 1,700 students. Trooper Harrell continues his efforts of teaming up with school principals to conduct teen presentation sin conjunction with prom and homecoming. They were in the planning stages to conduct a Mock Crash at HL Bourgeois High School in Houma. C. Parker stated they were having difficulty coordinating a Mock Crash at South Lafourche High School. Trooper Harrell also continues to conduct Safe Driving presentation at high schools within the region. They have also been having difficulty reaching NSU to coordinate Think First young driver program. Ms. Ava stated that she and Ms. Josephine have been doing the classes with the Sudden Impact program. Sgt. Leonard thanked them for sharing their stories and relayed how their stories impact the students and the importance of them sharing.
ii. NSU Fatal Vision Demo
C. Parker stated that on October 22nd they conducted a Fatal Vision Goggle demo for one of NSU’s sorority.
iii. Arrive Alive Tours (Terrebonne, Lafourche, & St. James)
C. Parker relayed that she did receive the results and was in the process of gathering the raw data. As soon as it is received she will be forwarding it to the law enforcement agencies and schools which were involved. Looking at the results she stated that the one thing students did say was they needed more education with regards to distracted driving.
iv. Status – 2015-16 Region Wide Capturing Safety Through the Lens Video and Photo Contest
Chairman Naquin informed the Coalition that only one entry has been received thus far. He asked if the Coalition would agree to extend the deadline and judging to take place at the February meeting. All agreed. C. Parker asked the Coalition if they would approve to give an early bird incentive; such as a pizza party, to the one school who did turn in their entry in time. Everyone were in agreement.
v. OMV Booklet Distribution
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They have over 900 booklets to distribute. If anyone is interested please contact C. Parker.
5. Available Grants/Project Updates A. DWI BAT Mobile Update (Sgt. Leonard) It has arrived and was in the parking lot of Troop C for the Coalition to tour after the meeting. Still
working on the graphics and insurance issues. B. LSP-C LED Billboard (Sgt. Leonard) It was unveiled on October 14th and positive responses have been received. C. Louisiana Highway Safety Commission Grant Cycle Opens January 15, 2016 C. Parker reminded the Coalition that if applied for grant funding through the Coalition the process is
open all year around. If applying directly through Louisiana Highway Safety the application period begins January 15th, 2016 and it’s a 30 day cycle.
D. Regional Traffic Safety Discussion (continued from August 27, 2015 meeting) It was suggested to possibly partner with other Regions; such as Baton Rouge, New Orleans and to
hold one in this Region every 3 years.
6. Upcoming Campaigns/Trainings/Conferences/Events A. Thanksgiving Weekend CIOT – November 27th B. “Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving” November 28th-December 15th, 2015 C. “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” Holiday Season – December 16th-January 1st, 2016 D. Lifesaver’s Conference – April 3rd-5th(Nomination) Chairman Naquin nominated C. Parker to attend the Lifesaver’s Conference. There may be a
possibility of additional funding to send a second representative. Sgt. Leonard, A. Toups, and A. DeGeorge expressed interest in attending. Once funding is finalized they would make the decision to see who else would attend.
7. SCRSC Meeting
Next Quarterly Meeting: February 18, 2016 10:00AM Upcoming Statewide SHSP OP meeting: January 27, 2016 1:00-3:30pm
8. Other Business/Adjournment Chairman Naquin stated that MADD will hold its annual Zero for December & Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony following the meeting. It was unanimously motioned to adjourn the meeting. Motion passed.
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LOUISIANA STRATEGIC HIGHWAY SAFETY PLAN SOUTH CENTRAL REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY COALITION (SCRTSP)
IMPAIRED DRIVING ACTION PLAN
TEAM LEADER: Sgt. Dennis Bergeron of LSP Troop C
With PROGRAM PROGRESS Comments & Notes as of November 2015
Objective 1: Increase the number of officers trained in NHTSA/IACP or Louisiana approved advanced DUI enforcement courses by 10% annually. Strategy 1.1: Increase basic training opportunities for local law enforcement agencies and advanced training for state troops.
ACTION STEP #
ACTION STEP
LEADER DESCRIPTION 2014 PROGRESSION 2015-16 GOALS STATUS
1.1.1 LSP Troop C Note: Applied Tech Handles training (Doussan Rando)
Renew Law Enforcement Agencies across the S. Central Region’s interest in ARIDE, Train-the-Trainer for & disseminate information regarding these trainings
Advanced Roadside Impairment Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) Training – new classes available. It was suggested to hold more training courses.
Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) Certification Program
There is a DRE Training scheduled for Spring 2015 and in Fall 2015 August 25-Sept. 4)
Increase the # of ARIDE classes (provided Applied Tech is able to) DRE scheduled March 21, 2016 – April 1, 2016 Information can be located on http://www.lsp.org/
UNDERWAY
1.1.2 LSP Troop C Thibodaux PD Note: Applied Tech Handles training (Doussan Rando)
Establish an annual or bi-annual refresher training program, including the 4-Hour Intoxilyzer 5000/9000 Recertification Course
Recently Law Enforcement became certified in the use of Intoxilyzer 9000. New users are in need of certification on the Intoxilyzer 9000; however, the new machines have not yet been installed.
New officers training on the Intoxilyzer 9000 will be scheduled. As of June 2015, LSP-C has 1 Intoxilyzer 9000 installed; more are needed Encourage local police agencies to take advantage of trainings offered. - - http://www.lsp.org/
UNDERWAY
Goal: Reduce impaired driving related fatalities from the current average of 39 per year to 32 by 2015, which ensures the South Central Region links to the statewide goal of reducing fatalities by half by 2030.
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1.1.3 LSP Troop B & C Note: Training done in Academy
Provide the 24-Hour Standard Field Sobriety Test (SFST) and Intoxilyzer Operator Course in all academies & offer reoccurring training to existing officers
Applied Tech is working with Terrebonne Academy for the 24-Hour SFST class. Mark Adams will check with Jeremy/Lafourche Academy if they're doing the same.
Check with Lafourche Academy ([email protected]) if they offer this. Check with Applied Tech if they can conduct an SFST class in 2015. Jeremy confirmed that LPSO Academy does offer this training Plans to proceed forward once the Intoxilyzer 9000s are installed. Implement 24 Hour SFST in ALL academies - Offer training to existing patrol officers throughout
S. Central Region. JPSO offers in their area http://www.lsp.org/
UNDERWAY
1.1.4 HSRG/LSP C. Reech (LA Driving)
Evaluate impact of DWI Reporting through LADriving
DWI Course is completed. All employees at LSP attended.
The Coalition partners agree that this effort is ongoing. LSP-C will proceed with a review of action item. Terrebonne SO completed Summer 2015 Training LSP-C hosting LADriving Training from February 31 – March 1, 2016
COMPLETED/ ONGOING
1.1.5 SCPDC/LSP-Troop C D. Bergeron
Gather f e e d b a c k from DWI courts in each parish to improve detection, apprehension and conviction
Do more in-depth training with judges and DA's participating. This action item will take place in conjunction with the traffic summits.
The Coalition partners agree that this effort is ongoing. Request feedback from judges and potentially schedule meeting with judges and DA’s that express further interest Note: Use compiled list gathered from 2.1.3 Action Step
COMPLETED/ ONGOING
1.1.6
LSP-Troop C/MADD
MADD speakers will present their tragic stories to law enforcement agencies throughout the
TBD at February 2016 Meeting Do law enforcement agencies have regular meetings in house? Is there a grant that could fund
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region to keep impaired driving a focus for all agencies.
travel for MADD speakers to travel to and from agencies?
NOT STARTED
Objective 2: Increase impaired driving prevention and public education programs in the South Central Region. Strategy 2.1: Develop and implement a campaign to increase awareness of the dangers, costs and consequences of impaired driving in conjunction with regional high visibility enforcement and No Refusal Weekend activities.
ACTION STEP #
ACTION STEP
LEADER DESCRIPTION 2014 PROGRESSION 2015-16 GOALS STATUS
2.1.1 LSP Troop B & C PIO’s
Vigorously promote No Refusal Weekends using radio, TV, and print pieces throughout the region.
NO REFUSAL IS ACTIVELY IN PLACE. St. John SO has started implementing it as well.
The Coalition partners agree that this effort is ongoing. Troop C, Lafourche SO, Terrebonne SO, Assumption SO, & St. John the Baptist SO conducts 24/7 No Refusal. Continue to promote No Refusal and encourage all agencies to conduct NO REFUSAL
Person overseeing No Refusal Initiative at each agency: Agency
LSP-C
APSO
LPSO
SCSO
SJBSO
SJSO
TPSO
Thibodaux PD
Houma PD
Gramercy PD
Morgan City PD
COMPLETED/ ONGOING
2.1.2 LSP Troop B & C PIO’s
Engage Public Information Officers (PIOs) in schools, colleges, and businesses
In place, we have enhanced partnerships with the high schools.
The Coalition partners agree that this effort is ongoing. The Sudden Impact program focuses on this action item.
COMPLETED/ ONGOING
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Alcohol and Drug Abuse Council (ADAC)
to discuss/disseminate information regarding impaired driving
Compile a list of PIO’s of all agencies and current activities related to this action item:
PIO Agency
Trooper Jesse LaGrange LSP-C
TFC Melissa Matey LSP-B
TFC Bryan Lee LSP - A
LSP - I
APSO
Deputy Brennan Matherne LPSO
SCSO
SJBSO
SJSO
TPSO
David Melancon Thibodaux PD
Houma PD
Gramercy PD
Morgan City PD
2.1.3 LSP LSP-Troop C St. James – D. Poche Lafourche Parish – J. Fontenot
Increase the number of impaired driving- related ride-along’s conducted in the Region for the media, judges & District Attorney
We have not gotten more DA's and judges. It's being offered but we're not getting much acceptance.
The Coalition partners agree that this effort’s status is substantial progress. Capt. J. Fontenot and D. Poche will reach out to judges in their areas. (CP Emailed 8/11/15 for update) C. Parker will coordinate with team leaders to compile a list of DA’s & judges throughout the region. (Working on)
SUBSTANTIAL PROGRESS
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2.1.4 ADAC for South
Louisiana - Amber
DeGeorge, project contact
Promote “Get in the Zone-Don’t Drink and Drive” supervised alcohol and
drug free zones for Mardi Gras.
Increase promotional efforts? Perhaps Yes. Anything more is good. Some local people don't
realize ADAC has the zone. Slidell is interested in doing the
program
The Coalition partners agree that this has been completed for
2014, but this effort is ongoing annually.
Implement “Get in the Zone” for 2016
COMPLETED/ONGOING
2.1.5 Nicholls State University Police Department, Craig M. Jaccuzzo MADD
Provide educational activities through the Think Before You Drink Program and/or other effective awareness campaigns
Program was well in place until recently when NSU didn't get any funding for this year. Confirm with Chief Jaccuzzo what the deal with this one is and how to proceed. C. Parker will contact C. Jaccuzzo regarding the utilization of this campaign. (Emailed 5/27 & 8/11) Chief Jaccuzzo responded that program was completed with each graduating class at NSU. Students from Mass Communication division ran programs.
Do we want to work towards implementing this program in our region? If so, which agency will take the lead?
COMPLETED
2.1.6 St John DA
Conduct interactive lectures to students through the
Very well in place in the River Region. Harrold Keller does the classes not only St. John but
The Coalition partners agree that this has been completed for 2014, but this effort is ongoing.
COMPLETED/ONGOING
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Troop B and local enforcement agencies LSP-Troop C was added as an action step leader
DWI/Substance Abuse Classes and “Sudden Impact Program” at high schools/college universities to raise awareness of the dangers of driving while impaired. This can be coordinated with “Fatal Vision” demonstrations.
also St. James and St. Charles. ADAC and SCLA-HAS offer these classes too but participants have to pay. This class is not offered in Assumption Parish. E. Harrell held “Consequences of Impact” mock crash in November 2014 to kick off program at Vandebilt High School in Terrebonne Parish.
In collaboration with LPSTF, TGMC & Terrebonne Parish School Board, LSP-C implemented the Sudden Impact Program across the parish of Terrebonne. Compile List of agencies conducting Fatal Vision Demos across the region (Reminder: Partners have access to the set of Fatal Vision goggles purchased through the Coalition)
Person Overseeing Fatal Vision Demo Agency
LSP-C
APSO
LPSO
SCSO
SJBSO
SJSO
TPSO
Thibodaux PD
Houma PD
Gramercy PD
Morgan City PD
Objective 3: Increase the number of impaired driving related high-visibility enforcement activities in the South Central Region. Strategy 3.1: Increase the number of joint saturation patrols among the Region’s law enforcement agencies.
ACTION STEP #
ACTION STEP LEADER
DESCRIPTION 2014 PROGRESSION 2015-16 GOALS STATUS
3.1.1
LSP-C Assumption Parish Sheriff’s Office-Capt. Ray Traigle, Project contact
Conduct overtime DWI enforcement for extra saturated patrols to increase high visibility enforcement during holiday weekends
Saturation patrols work better than checkpoints. CHALLENGE: There's also an issue on how there's delineation between command and patrol staff. The sergeant on scene doesn't necessarily something to do with the checkpoint/patrol activities.
In addition to August “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” Mobilization Holiday Waves/ Weekends: New Year’s Eve Mardi Gras 4th of July
COMPLETED/ONGOING
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Bobbie O’Bryan (Houma PD) Craig Poche (St. James SO)
Whoever coordinates the event can't walk up to a car and talk to the driver or perform field sobriety. All Law Enforcement agencies that get funded by LHSC conduct overtime checkpoints and participate actively in national enforcement crackdown. The Coalition partners agree that this effort is ongoing.
Labor Day St. Patrick’s Day Thanksgiving Christmas (Zero for December) Mardi Gras data request: DOTD will assist in gathering data if dates of parades are provided:
Interested in looking at data? Agency
LSP-C
APSO
LPSO
SCSO
SJBSO
SJSO
TPSO
Thibodaux PD
Houma PD
Gramercy PD
Morgan City PD
3.1.2 Thibodaux PD Lafourche SO
Use Data-Driven Approaches to Crime and Traffic Safety (DDACTS) as a tactic in enforcement activities
Find out which agencies have also used DDACTS model. EVALUATE effectiveness.
The Coalition partners agree that this effort is ongoing.
Captain Jamey Fontenot Informed the partners that Thibodaux PD has seen a tremendous decrease. He will provide the stats to C. Parker. It was mentioned that this activity involves manpower, which is needed for it to be successful. Request update from Capt. Fontenot
COMPLETED/ONGOING
3.1.3 All Agencies
D. Bergeron
Increase number of DWI Apprehensions Region
Wide
Increase the number of DWI Apprehensions by 5% NOT
STARTED
Strategy 3.2: Increase the number of DWI/Sobriety checkpoints conducted in the Region and the ability to quickly test and process impaired drivers.
ACTION STEP #
ACTION STEP
LEADER DESCRIPTION 2014 PROGRESSION 2015-16 GOALS STATUS
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3.2.1 LSP Troop B& C PIO’s
Conduct regular, well-publicized DWI Checkpoints year-round
Doing extremely well on this. LSP, SO's and PD's have their respective PIO's that publicly promote their enforcement details.
Conduct a minimum of 10 DWI checkpoints Region wide
Planned DWI/DUI checkpoints? Agency
LSP-C
APSO
LPSO
SCSO
SJBSO
SJSO
TPSO
Thibodaux PD
Houma PD
Gramercy PD
Morgan City PD
COMPLETED/ONGOING
3.2.2 LSP LSP-Troop C
Purchase DWI Breath Alcohol Testing (BAT) Mobile Unit and/or portable breath testers to increase police presence and process impaired driving incidents on the spot.
Contracts are in place. Just waiting for Notice to Proceed from LADOTD. All 6 Sheriffs signed a cooperative endeavor agreement.
The purchase of the Regional BAT Mobile is at substantial progress. Contract finalized with LADOTD. South Central Regional DWI Task Force Unit went out for bid in January 2015. Vendor selected, unit delivered November 2015. Finalizing draft Policies and Procedures, sample graphics layouts, and insurance on unit.
SUBSTANTIAL
PROGRESS
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Strategy 3.3: Brand the Region’s DWI enforcement campaign and secure adoption from all participating law enforcement agencies to utilize and promote the brand.
ACTION STEP #
ACTION STEP
LEADER DESCRIPTION 2014 PROGRESSION 2015-16 GOALS STATUS
3.3.1 LSP-Troop C PIO Evan
Harrell 6 Parish Sheriff’s Offices
Thibodaux & Houma PD’s
Expand the “Zero for December” high visibility enforcement program, which targets impaired
drivers around the holidays. This can be expanded and done
during other months of the year.
The Coalition partners agree that this has been completed
for 2014, but this effort is ongoing.
List agencies that have
participated
Maintain 100% Participation Plans to participate 2016 Agency
LSP-C
APSO
LPSO
SCSO
SJBSO
SJSO
TPSO
Thibodaux PD
Houma PD
Gramercy PD
Morgan City PD
COMPLETED/ONGOING
Objective 4: Evaluate effectiveness of Impaired Driving Plan Strategy 4.1: Conduct Data Analysis on Reduction/Increase in Impaired Driving Related Fatalities
4.1.1 LSP-Troop C D. Bergeron
Conduct Data Analysis on
Reduction/Increase in Impaired
Driving Related Fatalities
Completed and reviewed during Annual Review of Plan beginning February 2017.
NOT STARTED
Output measures generally refer to the calculation, recording, or tabulation of the results of an activity, effort, program, or process that can be expressed quantitatively. Outcome measures generally are the results of an activity, plan, process, or program and how that result compares to what was originally intended.
Timeline Budget 3 to 6 months Small (under $25,000) 6 months to a year Modest ($26,000 to $50,000) 1 year Medium ($51,000 to $100,000) 2 years High ($100,000 to $300,000) 3 years + Substantial ($300, 000 +)
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LOUISIANA STRATEGIC HIGHWAY SAFETY PLAN
SOUTH CENTRAL REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY COALITION (SCRTSP)
OCCUPANT PROTECTION ACTION PLAN
TEAM LEADER: Sgt. Troy Leonard, LSP Troop C TEAM CO-LEADER: Michael Toups, Houma PD & Sgt. A. Pierre, Houma PD
With PROGRAM PROGRESS Comments & Notes as of November 2015
Goal: Reduce fatalities among drivers not restrained from the current average of 34 to 28 by 2016 per year by 2016, which ensures the South Central Region links to the statewide goal of reducing fatalities by half by 2030.
Objective 1: Increase seatbelt use public information and education programs in the South Central Region and coordinate with law enforcement events.
Strategy 1.1: Promote proper installation of child safety seats, proper child restraints, and general child safety. OUTCOME: Decline in number of improperly installed car seats (5 year Average)
ACTION STEP #
ACTION STEP LEADER
DESCRIPTION 2014 PROGRESSION 2015-16 GOALS STATUS
1.1.1
Child Passenger Safety Technicians headed by CPS Region C coordinator Sgt. Troy Leonard, LSP-C (& Mike Toups, HPD)
Host Child Passenger Safety (CPS) seat inspection events to educate the parents about proper installation and use of car seats
11 Events were held throughout the region in 2014:
Holy Rosary Houma
Holy Cross Morgan City
CIOT HPD
Galliano
AMC Back to School
National Seat Check Saturday
St. James
CPS Tech Training – MLK
Assumption
Toys for Tots
Thibodaux Health Unit
Houma/Thibodaux Area Child restraint usage was highest Statewide at 88.8%
Host 8 CPS Seat Checks throughout the region including one (1) for CIOT Mobilization in May and one (1) for National Seat Check Saturday. CPS Subcommittee will meet after each quarterly meeting to discuss upcoming CPS Events and Saved by the Belt Awards Continue to work with LPSTF in mobilizing CPS And CIOT efforts at the local level.
COMPLETED/ ONGOING
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Event Date
Galliano TBD
ACTION STEP #
ACTION STEP LEADER
DESCRIPTION 2014 PROGRESSION 2015-16 GOALS STATUS
1.1.2
Child Passenger Safety Technicians headed by CPS Region C coordinator Sgt. Troy Leonard, LSP-C (& Mike Toups, HPD)
Host Regional Child Passenger Safety (CPS) OP Awareness Course and CPS Technician
Last OP and CPS Tech Course held in Region C was in 2014
LSP-C will host Regional CPS Technician Course in 2016 – Date to be determined.
COMPLETED/ONGOING
1.1.3 Lady of the Sea General Hospital
Promote “Click It Or Ticket” branding via R e g i o n a l C h i l d P a s s e n g e r S a f e t y (CPS) initiatives at the Safety Circus and other safety expos / community outreach events
LOSGH hosted CPS Seat Check in conjunction with the 2014 Safety Circus on May 3, 2014 LOSGH hosted CPS Seat Check in conjunction with the 2014 Safety Circus on May 2, 2015 Funding Source: LHSC
Continue to work with LPSTF and the Regional CPS Team in mobilizing CPS and CIOT efforts at the local level. Incorporate CIOT messaging at events, FB, Twitter, etc. Conduct CPS Event in conjunction with 2016 Safety Circus
COMPLETED/ ONGOING
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1.1.4 SCRSC EFFORT ADAC, Nicole Souldier, Ms. Judy
Distribute Educational Materials & Fitting Station Information throughout the region
Funding Source: LHSC Output/Evaluation All Terrebonne & Lafourche Parish elementary schools have been distributed flyers. Next Steps:
UNDERWAY
Strategy 1.2: Engage PIOs in schools, colleges and businesses to coordinate communication calendars to release information regarding the dangers and
consequences of non-belt use. OUTCOME: Increase in public knowledge of the dangers and consequences of non-belt use
ACTION STEP #
ACTION STEP LEADER
DESCRIPTION 2014 PROGRESSION 2015-16 GOALS STATUS
1.2.1 All Law Enforcement partners PIO’s
Spread “Buckle Up, America” and “Click it or Ticket” messaging to schools and local agencies, which could be coordinated using a Facebook page or in-person presentations.
Promoted OP via Facebook, Twitter and Regional Press Releases
Some ideas mentioned at the SHSP Statewide OP Meeting: 1. Create Social Media Campaign for buckling up 2. Get with High Schools during Nat’l Teen Driver Safety Week and encourage teens to post “Safe Driving Selfies”
COMPLETED/ ONGOING
1.2.2
School Boards PIO’s and School Resource Officers SCPDC
Coordinate with school resource officers to conduct seat belt use incentive program that will reward students who buckle up
2014 The coalition has purchased "I got caught… wearing a seat belt" T-shirts to be distributed at safety expos and school zone checks. This is to incentivize the law abiders. We'll tie it up with a certain community event. St. James SO conducted an event on 2/27/15
Shirts have been ordered for 2015-16 school year using grant funding. On Front
COMPLETED/ONGOING
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Funding Source: State Farm and Shell
“Buckled Up! Every Trip, Every Seat” Develop a list of SRO’s and PIO’s in the region and encourage them to get involved.
Parish School
Information SRO's
ASSUMPTION Assumption HS
LAFOURCHE Central Lafourche HS
Dty. Jonathon Angle, LPSO
South Lafourche HS
Sgt. Blair Mitchel, LPSO
Thibodaux HS Jamie Himel, Thib. PD
ED White
TERREBONNE Ellender Memorial HS
Jerry Gaudet, HPD
H. L. Bourgeois HS
Charles Jackson, TPSO
South Terrebonne HS
Blake Guidry, TPSO
Terrebonne HS
Coty Knoblock, HPD
Covenant Christian Academy
Vanderbilt Catholic HS
ST. JAMES Lutcher HS
St. James HS
ST. JOHN East St. John HS
West St. John HS
ST.CHARLES Hahnville HS
Destrehan HS
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1.2.3 Provide driver training discounts to teenagers who are just getting their license and take the driver’s education course
Find out if other agencies are offering discounts Need action step leader for this action item in order to continue effort. .
COMPLETED/ONGOING
Strategy 1.3: Improve marketing, educational and outreach efforts OUTCOME: Increase in public knowledge of the dangers and consequences of non-belt use
ACTION STEP #
ACTION STEP LEADER
DESCRIPTION 2014 PROGRESSION 2015-16 GOALS STATUS
1.3.1
Sgt. T. Leonard PIO’s Cassie Parker (SCPDC)
Promote Occupant Protection in newspapers, radio stations, TV and the public.
Promoted OP via Facebook, Twitter and Regional Press Releases & LSP-C LED Billboard (Moved from Strategy 1.1)
Invite a TV Stations from NOLA to cover our CIOT or National Passenger Safety Week event. Conduct one (1) CIOT Mobilization segment via TV/Radio Station during campaign Sgt. Leonard will work with PIO’s to promote OP.
COMPLETED/ ONGOING
1.3.2 Sgt. T. Leonard, LSP Troop C/ M. Toups, HPD/LPSTF
Conduct Saved by the Belt Award Ceremonies
Any Nominations?
UNDERWAY
1.3.3 Address African Americans with
This will be discussed further. Guidance needed from Statewide Plan on this item.
NOT STARTED
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the lowest seat belt compliance
Need action step leader for this action item in order to continue effort.
Objective 2: Increase enforcement on seatbelt violations Strategy 2.1: Raise awareness of seatbelt violations with educational campaigns and law enforcement patrols.
ACTION STEP #
ACTION STEP LEADER
DESCRIPTION 2014 PROGRESSION 2015-16 GOALS STATUS
2.1.1 St. James Parish Sheriff’s Office, Capt. Craig Poche, project contact
Integrate the Click it or Ticket Seatbelt Enforcement campaign into the conduct of seatbelt checkpoints
Most LE's checkpoints are pretty comprehensive. Completed.
Always use the CIOT message branding when publicizing the seat belt checkpoints. Distribute CIOT-imprinted commodities at checkpoints as incentives. Need funding to continue purchasing commodities.
COMPLETED/
ONGOING
2.1.2
All Agencies Participate in the May “Click it or Ticket” Mobilization & April “Buckle Up in Your Truck Campaign”
Partners participated in CIOT Mobilization
- May 19- June 1, 2014 - May 18-31, 2015
Use both Buckle Up and CIOT messaging as standards. Utilize NHTSA guidelines for promoting campaigns Ideas mentioned at the SHSP OP Meeting:
- Meet with local dealerships to promote campaigns
- Promote Social Media by encouraging “Drop your BUIYT Selfie” targeting males ages 18-34
- Promote through radio stations - Focus on BUIYT Saved by the Belt
Awards during the month of April Develop a schedule of events where CIOT can be promoted.
COMPLETED/ONGOING
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Participate in 2016 CIOT Mobilization and promote mobilization as a region. Need action step leader for this action item
2.1.3 All Agencies Address Backseat Belt Usage throughout the Region
1. Promote Rearseat Campaign Louisiana Rear Passenger Seat Belt Use Rate by Region, 2015 http://www.lahighwaysafety.org/pdf/Seat_Belt_Motorcycle_Helmet_Survey_2015.pdf Region Estimate 1-New Orleans 61.5% 2-Baton Rouge 66.1% 3-Houma 58.3% 4-Lafayette 68.6% 5-Lake Charles 75.0% 6-Alexandria 76.6% 7-Shreveport 73.2% 8-Monroe 88.0% LA total 68.9% 1.8%
Need action step leader for this action item.
EARLY PROGRESS
2.1.4 Local Councils, DA’s and Coalition Partners C. Parker
Improve seatbelt ordinances at the local level to deter those not complying with seatbelt usage.
This particular action item was mentioned at the SHSP Statewide OP meeting (7/29/15). Would this be an item the Coalition wants to work on? Need action step leader for this action item in order to continue effort.
NOT STARTED
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Strategy 2.2: Conduct daytime and nighttime seatbelt checkpoints
ACTION STEP #
ACTION STEP LEADER
DESCRIPTION 2014 PROGRESSION 2015-16 GOALS STATUS
2.2.1 Local PD’s Enforce daytime/nighttime strict seatbelt checkpoints on downtown areas and high-traffic rural locations
LE's are doing this on a regular basis. Continue to enforce more nighttime checkpoints.
Revisit the data, comparing daytime and nighttime use for Years 2012-2014 Conduct xx Seatbelt Checkpoints (Should we say at least 1 per agency?) Front Seat Occupant Seat Belt Use Estimates by Region, 2015 http://www.lahighwaysafety.org/pdf/Seat_Belt_Motorcycle_Helmet_Survey_2015.pdf Region Estimate 1-New Orleans 82.4% 2-Baton Rouge 83.0% 3-Houma 91.2% 4-Lafayette 82.5% 5-Lake Charles 85.6% 6-Alexandria 87.3% 7-Shreveport 89.4% 8-Monroe 84.2% LA total 85.9%
COMPLETED/ ONGOING
Output measures generally refer to the calculation, recording, or tabulation of the results of an activity, effort, program, or process that can be expressed quantitatively. Outcome measures generally are the results of an activity, plan, process, or program and how that result compares to what was originally intended.
Timeline Budget 3 to 6 months Small (under $25,000) 6 months to a year Modest ($26,000 to $50,000) 1 year Medium ($51,000 to $100,000) 2 years High ($100,000 to $300,000) 3 years + Substantial ($300, 000 +) Ongoing
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LOUISIANA STRATEGIC HIGHWAY SAFETY PLAN SOUTH CENTRAL REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY COALITION (SCRTSP)
YOUNG DRIVERS ACTION PLAN
TEAM LEADERS: Lt. Bobbie O’Bryan of Houma Police Department and Trooper Evan Harrell of LSP Troop C
Updated in November 2015 Goal: Reduce young driver (ages 15-24) fatalities from the current average of 35 per year to 31 by 2015, which ensures the
South Central Region links to the statewide goal of reducing fatalities by half by 2030.
Objective 1: Increase awareness of the costs and consequences of dangerous driving behaviors (e.g. not wearing a seat belt, impaired driving or riding with an impaired driver, speeding, texting, etc.) among 15 – 20 year olds. Strategy 1.1: Implement Sudden Impact at one new school each year.
ACTION
STEP #
ACTION STEP
LEADER DESCRIPTION
OUTPUT/OUTCOME
MEASURE 2014 PROGRESSION 2015-16 GOALS STATUS
1.1.1 LSP Troop C Host Sudden Impact programs for teenagers
# of positive test results from participants, surveying their before and after knowledge Increased awareness of impaired driving and seatbelt use.
Mock Crash held at Vanderbilt HS to kick off program on 12-21-2014.
Implement Sudden Impact Program in all Terrebonne Parish high school sophomore classes Collaborate with Thibodaux Regional Medical Center in order to implement program in Lafourche Parish
SUBSTANTIAL PROGRESS
Strategy 1.2: Heighten involvement from parents, guidance counselors, educators and private businesses in educating young drivers about costs and consequences of dangerous driving behaviors (e.g. not wearing a seat belt, impaired driving or riding with an impaired driver, speeding, texting, etc.) among young drivers.
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ACTION
STEP #
ACTION STEP
LEADER DESCRIPTION
OUTPUT/OUTCOM
E MEASURE 2014 PROGRESSION 2015-16 GOALS STATUS
1.2.1
Houma PD – Lt. B. O’Bryan Troop C
Incorporate breath strip testing on students during largely attended events (such as prom nights, homecoming, football game or graduation) to discourage teens from underage drinking, which leads to drunk driving.
# of students cited for drinking Reductions in drinking and driving
Breath Alcohol Strips purchased with State Farm funding will be distributed to interested high school and teachers, parents, staff will incorporate into events as see fit
What is the status on this? EARLY
PROGRESS
1.2.2
Houma PD Troop C LPSO
Team up with school principals and
student governments to conduct
teen presentations in conjunction
with prom and homecoming
# of presentations
given in schools Reductions in
drinking and driving
Conduct minimum of one per school in Troop C Area Encourage law enforcement partners in Troop B and A area to also conduct one per school
# Teen Presentations
LSP-B
LSP-C
APSO
LPSO
SCSO
SJBSO
SJSO
TPSO
Thibodaux PD
Houma PD
Gramercy PD
Morgan City PD
How many presentations are being done?
COMPLETED/ONGOING
1.2.3 Houma PD
4H
Conduct Teen LA HEAT (Highway
Endangerment Awareness Training)
Event or a simplified version of it to
# of participants
Reduction in 15-20
What is the status on this for 2016?
COMPLETED/ONGOING
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educate the junior and senior high
school students about the ill effects of
drunk driving, speeding and
distracted driving
year old fatalities
1.2.4
LSP-C
Sheriff’s Offices
Conduct Mock Crashes and
Implement Arrive Alive Tours in high
schools across the South Central
Region
# of participants
Increased
awareness in
Impaired Driving and
Distracted Driving
2015-16 Funding provided by:
State Farm and Shell
Conduct a minimum of two mock crashes and two Arrive Alive Tours in the South Central Region
Arrive Alive Tours Completed: 1. Lutcher High School 2. HL. Bourgeois 3. Ellender Memorial 4. Central Lafourche C. Parker working with UNITE group on data C. Parker is working with Sgt. Leonard and Lt. Mark Adams on Mock Crashes
SUBSTANTIAL PROGRESS
Strategy 1.3: Create and implement public information campaign for middle and high schools.
ACTION
STEP #
ACTION STEP
LEADER DESCRIPTION
OUTPUT/OUTCOME
MEASURE 2014 PROGRESSION 2015-16 GOALS STATUS
1.3.1 LSP Troop C
Safe Driving presentations at public and private high schools to
# of positive test results from participants,
Integrate Fatal Vision Goggles in demonstrations
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Houma PD
teach young students about the consequences of driving under the influence.
surveying their before and after knowledge Increased awareness of impaired driving.
Encourage all SO’s and PD’s to join the effort
# Teen Presentations
LSP-B
LSP-C
APSO
LPSO
SCSO
SJBSO
SJSO
TPSO
Thibodaux PD
Houma PD
Gramercy PD
Morgan City PD
COMPLETED/ ONGOING
1.3.2
Start a social media campaigns
“TXT+DRV=RIP” using
Facebook to increase awareness of the dangers of texting while driving (Note: Campaign branding may change)
# of Facebook
members who “like” the campaign #Facebook members pledging to take a stand against texting while driving Increased awareness
of impaired driving
Need Action Step Leader to continue
COMPLETED
1.3.3
School Boards SCPDC/PIOs LSP-C
Partner with school boards to
host Safety Video/Photo Contest
for all high schools in the South
Central Region
# of videos entered
into contest Increased awareness among
young drivers age 15 to 18
3rd Annual Capturing Safety through the Lens Contest underway. 2 Schools submitted (both in Terrebonne Parish) How can we do better for 2017?
COMPLETED/
ONGOING
1.3.4 SCRSC
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SRO’s LTSC - support
Collaborate with Sheriff’s Offices
and SRO’s to conduct Young
Driver Incentive Program in
School Zones, “Buckled Up” shirt
distribution.
2015-16 Funding provided by:
State Farm and Shell
Shirts have been ordered for 2015-16 school year using grant funding. On Front
“Buckled Up! Every Trip, Every Seat” C. Parker is working with LA Transportation Safety Center on evaluation method. Shirts should be here by March
COMPLETED/ ONGOING
Objective 2: Increase awareness of the costs and consequences of dangerous driving behaviors (e.g. not wearing a seat belt, impaired driving or riding with an impaired driver, speeding, texting, etc.) among 21 – 24 year olds. Strategy 2.1: Create Public information campaign for college students and young adults.
ACTION
STEP #
ACTION STEP
LEADER DESCRIPTION
OUTPUT/OUTCOME
MEASURE 2014 PROGRESSION 2015-16 GOALS STATUS
2.1.1 NSU PD
Pilot the “I Refuse” Program which
challenges students to take a stand against drinking
# of students
signing the “I Refuse” pledge Reduction of
fatalities/crashes involving young drivers
Need Action Step Leader to continue
COMPLETED
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aged 21-24
2.1.2
NSU; Donna
Cavanaugh,
ThinkFirst
Incorporate Think First’s young
driver program initiatives into our
law enforcement's ongoing safety
initiatives at colleges and
universities
Follow up with NSU (emailed 8/11/15) M. Beverly will look into this program – Does it still exist
COMPLETED
2.1.3 MADD (Ava &
Ernie) Victim Impact Panel for Young
Drivers
# of students that will
participate
Increased awareness
among young drivers age 15
to 18
Goal for this year?
NOT STARTED
SCRTSP Vulnerable Road Users Page 1 of 9 February 4, 2016 Meeting Notes
Meeting Notes
Cassie Parker, SCPDC/SCRSC Dan Jatres, NO RPC Michael Matherne, NSU Anne Picou, TPCG
Adam Tatar, SCPDC Brian Parsons, LADOTD Sgt. Matt Trahan, LSP-C Linda Henderson, TPCG
Leo Marretta, SCPDC Capt. Darrin Naquin, LSP-C Amber DeGeorge, ADAC Judy Smart, Gazebo NHW
Josh Manning, SCPDC
Introductions took place.
SCRTSP Vulnerable Road Users Team Leader, A. Tatar presented “The City of the Future” followed by C. Parker discussing
“Joining Forces to Save Lives: Regional Safety Coalition Efforts”. She then discussed roles and responsibilities of a team leader
and action step leader and asked the subcommittee for volunteers for each action step.
The subcommittee then reviewed the draft South Central Regional Transportation Safety Plan (SCRTSP) Vulnerable Road
Users Action Plan. Please action step updates in RED.
SOUTH CENTRAL REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY PLAN (SCRTSP) (Parishes of Assumption, Lafourche, St. Charles, St. James, St. John and Terrebonne)
Vulnerable Road Users Subcommittee Meeting
Thursday, February 4, 2016 from 10:00 AM to 11:30
Pelican Room, South Central Planning & Development Commission
5058 West Main Street, Houma, LA 70360
Goal: Reduce pedestrian fatalities from the current 2009-2013 average of 8 per year to 6 per year by 2020, which ensures the South Central Region
links to the statewide goal of reducing fatalities by half by 2030.
Reduce bicyclist fatalities from the current 2009-2013 average of 2 per year to 2 per year by 2020, which ensures the South Central Region links to the
statewide goal of reducing fatalities by half by 2030.
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Objective 1: Improve relationships and communication among agencies, organizations, and individuals to reduce bicycle and pedestrian fatalities in the region. Strategy 1.1: Institutionalize the pedestrian and bicycle committee (EA Action Plan) for the region.
Step # Action Step
Leader Description
Output Measure
Outcome Measure
Timeline Actions to be taken Status
1.1.1 A. Tatar & C. Parker (SCPDC) A. Picou (Downtown Houma) D. Naquin, LSP-C M. Trahan, LSP-C/BCC
Identify and engage stakeholders to participate in quarterly meetings of the Vulnerable Road Users committee. Ensure coordination with Traffic Records Coordinating Committee (Statewide Group), the Infrastructure EA Team leader for the Regional Safety Action Plan, and other coalitions. Expand partnerships to include organizations such as health organizations and hospitals, EMS, and directors of public works.
Additional input and coordination to improve bicycle and pedestrian safety
3 months
M. Trahan will reach out to BCC members L. Henderson will reach out to Citizen’s Recreation Group A. Picou will reach out to downtown residents C. Parker will reach out to Traffic Records Coordinating Committee, SCRSC IO Team Leader D. Naquin and C. Parker will work together on reaching out to Traffic Division Commanders
NOT STARTED
Strategy 1.2 Incorporate projects and programs identified in regional and local bicycle and pedestrian plans into this action plan to ensure coordination
and information sharing amongst parishes.
Step # Action Step
Leader Description
Output Measure
Outcome Measure Timeline Actions to be taken Status
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Step # Action Step
Leader Description
Output Measure
Outcome Measure Timeline Actions to be taken Status
1.2.1 B. Parsons, DOTD A. Tatar & C. Parker (SCPDC)
Identify existing Plans to review and determine how to incorporate programs and projects into this Action Plan.
# plans identified 6 months
B. Parsons will provide a list of parishes/municipalities that have bike/ped plans A. Tatar & C. Parker will gather plans using list provided by B. Parsons.
NOT STARTED
1.2.2 A. Tatar & C. Parker (SCPDC)
Support initiatives of local communities in the region to develop and implement pedestrian and/or bicycle master plans.
# of plans developed
Annually
A. Tatar and C. Parker will complete Gap Analysis using B. Parson’s list to determine which communities do not have plan
NOT STARTED
Strategy 1.3: Coordinate and partner with law enforcement/criminal justice.
Step # Action Step
Leader Description
Output Measure
Outcome Measure Timeline Actions to be taken Status
1.3.1 M. Trahan
C. Parker
Establish partnerships with judges,
district/city attorneys, law enforcement,
medical personnel, Quality of Life
Officers, Community Liaisons, etc. for
the purpose of public outreach and
education
# of partners
12 months
M. Trahan will reach out to
BCC member and attorney
BM.
NOT STARTED
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1.3.2 LSP-C A. Tatar & C. Parker (SCPDC) Will work with B. Parsons LADOTD & D. Jatres, NO RPC
Include pedestrian and bicycle issues in existing police online continuing education, create opportunities for certification.
# of officers trained; frequency of pedestrian and bicycle topics
Annually
D. Jatres informed the subcommittee that 2 day workshops are available but funding is needed (Approx. $4k - $5k) for 20-25 attendees. Determine need and funding source prior to moving forward
NOT STARTED
Objective 2: Enhance and identify the crash data needs for the region. Strategy 2.1: Hold periodic training with state, regional, and local staff to gather bicycle, pedestrian and motorcycle data throughout the South Central Region.
Step # Action Step
Leader Description
Output Measure
Outcome Measure Timeline Actions to be taken Status
2.1.1 A. Tatar & C. Parker (SCPDC)
Work through DOTD to coordinate with LSU to understand the pedestrian and bicycle crash data analysis and how the information can be utilized by local government for decision making.
# of new pedestrian and bicycle data analysis methods
Annually
B. Parsons stated that Brian Costello, DOTD will provide any needed data. NOT STARTED
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Step # Action Step
Leader Description
Output Measure
Outcome Measure Timeline Actions to be taken Status
2.1.2 A. Tatar, C. Parker, & J. Manning (SCPDC) M. Matherne (NSU)
Form a team to collect bicycle and pedestrian data at key locations throughout the region
# of pedestrian counts # of bicycle counts
Annually
SCPDC is working on gathering bike/ped data. D. Jatres suggested to speak with Tara Tolford on data gathering process. L. Marretta suggested to work with other MPO’s and RPCs Potentially utilize NSU or Fletcher students on this action item if funding available
NOT STARTED
Objective 3: Raise general public awareness about various bicycling and walking safety issues
Strategy 3.1: Implement social marketing and media campaign
Step # Action Step
Leader Description Output Measure Outcome Measure Timeline Actions to be taken Status
3.1.1 C. Parker, SCPDC A. DeGeorge, ADAC
Identify topics, develop campaign message(s), promote trail etiquette, identify target demographics and geographic locations, deploy campaign, track impact of campaign
# of high crash locations targeted # of demographic groups targeted # of productions (videos, ads)
3 months
C. Parker and A. DeGeorge will gather a list of current campaigns taking place then discuss further
NOT STARTED
3.1.2 LSP-C/PD/SO PIO’s A. DeGeorge, ADAC
Coordinate media campaign with targeted enforcement efforts
# of hours of targeted enforcement
12 months
LSP-C PIO will reach out to other PIO’s (SO and PD’s) to coordinate these efforts.
NOT STARTED
SCRTSP Vulnerable Road Users Page 6 of 9 February 4, 2016 Meeting Notes
Step # Action Step
Leader Description Output Measure Outcome Measure Timeline Actions to be taken Status
3.1.3 A. Tatar, SCPDC Coordinate media campaign targeted at drivers to educate him/her on bicycle/pedestrian safety
A. Tatar will gather a list of current campaigns taking place then discuss further
Strategy 3.2: Develop and deliver community bicycle and motorcycle workshops
Step # Action Step
Leader Description Output Measure Outcome Measure Timeline Actions to be taken Status
3.2.1
M. Trahan, LSP-C/BCC A. Tatar
Identify opportunities to expand bicycle workshops to a wider range of communities: geographic, socioeconomic, etc
# of workshops 12 months
D. Jatres suggested to speak with Dan Favor (Big Easy) for guidance. A. Tatar will reach out to D. Favor. M. Trahan will mention this effort to BCC
NOT STARTED
3.2.2
C. Parker, SCPDC J. Smart, Gazebo NHW Law Enforcement
Develop and implement bicycle safety curricula targeted at school age audiences.
# of schools # of children
12 months
C. Parker will work with law enforcement on current curricula and develop plan of action for implementation Numerous partners suggested Project LEAD. J. Smart will provide contact information to C. Parker
NOT STARTED
SCRTSP Vulnerable Road Users Page 7 of 9 February 4, 2016 Meeting Notes
Step # Action Step
Leader Description Output Measure Outcome Measure Timeline Actions to be taken Status
3.2.3 TBD Provide Motorcycle Training Workshops
# of workshops 6 months
This is to be discussed further with motorcyclist C. Parker will reach out to Hogs Chapter
NOT STARTED
3.2.4
T. Prevost, LPSO C. Parker, SCPDC
Implementation of Bicycle Safety Rodeos targeting youth throughout the region
# of Bicycle Safety Rodeos #of children
6 months
L. Henderson suggested T. Prevost to spearhead this action item. It was suggested to couple this with Kid’s Day in Terrebonne on July 16, 2016 and/or the Troop C Safety Expo @ NSU (TBD) C. Parker will contact T. Prevost to confirm.
NOT STARTED
Strategy 3.3: Partner with Office of Motor Vehicles branches to incorporate pedestrian and bicycle safety into driver training and testing.
Step # Action Step
Leader Description Output Measure Outcome Measure Timeline Actions to be taken Status
3.3.1 A. Tatar & C. Parker, SCPDC
Explore the possibility of establishing relationships with Department of Public Safety/ Office of Motor Vehicle personnel in Baton Rouge and regional offices.
Partnership with OMV 2 years
To be further discussed
NOT STARTED
Strategy 3.4: Support policies, activities and programs that support School Zones and Safe Routes to School/Public Places Programs
Step # Action Step
Leader Description Output Measure
Outcome Measure
Timeline Actions to be taken Status
SCRTSP Vulnerable Road Users Page 8 of 9 February 4, 2016 Meeting Notes
Step # Action Step
Leader Description Output Measure
Outcome Measure
Timeline Actions to be taken Status
3.4.1 A. Tatar & C. Parker, SCPDC
Expand safety intervention programs to include more schools and reach more children.
# of school sites where education programs are held # of children that participate in the program
12 months
J. Smart suggested private schools A. DeGeorge suggested providing safety material for distribution
NOT STARTED
3.4.2 A. Tatar & C. Parker, SCPDC B. Parsons, LADOTD
Explore potential Safe Routes to School/Public Places projects
12 months
More information to come from DOTD on this. NOT STARTED
Objective 4: Clarify local ordinances so that they protect bicyclists and pedestrians. Strategy 4.1: Support activities that identify potential changes to parish and municipal ordinances, and to DOTD policies and procedures.
Step # Action Step
Leader Description Output Measure Outcome Measure Timeline Actions to be taken Status
4.1.1 M. Matherne, NSU A. Tatar & C. Parker, SCPDC
Provide technical assistance to local jurisdictions to review proposed legislation for pedestrian and bicycle related bills and Complete Streets Policy
Review proposed Louisiana and local laws impacting pedestrians and bicyclists
D. Jatres will provide a list of current laws A. DeGeorge suggested to look at https://www.municode.com/
NOT STARTED
Objective 5: Develop and support infrastructure and operations that improve safety for pedestrians and bicyclists. Strategy 5.1: Provide professional development opportunities for public and private sector professionals regarding infrastructure design.
Step # Action Step Leader Description Output Measure Outcome Measure Timeline Actions to be taken Status
SCRTSP Vulnerable Road Users Page 9 of 9 February 4, 2016 Meeting Notes
Step # Action Step Leader Description Output Measure Outcome Measure Timeline Actions to be taken Status
5.1.1 A. Tatar & C. Parker, SCPDC LADOTD
Conduct Designing Streets, Facilities, Complete Streets for Pedestrians and Bicyclists Workshops, HSM Workshops
# of participants Profile of participants (job type, public/private, geographic, etc)
Annually
D. Jatres informed the subcommittee that ADA Workshop taking scheduled for February 15th & 16th $25 for public agencies C. Parker and A. Tatar will inform subcommittee of upcoming workshops
NOT STARTED
Strategy 5.2: Identify and implement effective countermeasures for infrastructure that improve safety for bicyclists and pedestrians.
Step # Action Step Leader Description Output Measure Outcome Measure Timeline Actions to be taken Status
5.2.1 A. Tatar & C. Parker, SCPDC
Provide assistance to city or parish planners in their efforts to do sidewalk assessments for the purpose of developing a winning project proposal for bike and pedestrian safety improvements
Annually
Reach out to parishes
and municipalities
and create list of
interested partners
NOT STARTED
5.2.2 A. Tatar & C. Parker, SCPDC
Partner with DOTD program coordinators to assist agencies in seeking resources to implement pedestrian safety improvement projects, such as; Safe Routes to Schools and Transportation Enhancement Program.
Annually
Reach out to parishes
and municipalities
and create list of
interested partners
NOT STARTED
Output measures refer to the calculation, recording, or tabulation of the results of an activity, effort, program, or process that can be expressed quantitatively.
Outcome measures generally are the results of an activity, plan, process, or program and how that result compares to what was originally intended.
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
2016 DesignateD safety Weeks & annual ConferenCes CalenDar
Date event sponsor Web link
January 10–15 Transportation Research Board Conference (Washington, DC) Transportation Research Board www.trb.org
January 20 SAE Government/Industry Meeting (Washington, DC) American Iron and Steel Institute www.sae.org/servlets/index
March 23–March 27 National Work Zone Awareness Week Federal Highway Administration www.safety.fhwa.dot.gov
April 3–5 Lifesavers 2016 Conference (Long Beach, CA) Multiple public and private organizations www.lifesaversconference.org
April 8–13 National Distracted Driving Awareness Month NHTSA www.distraction.gov
April (Entire Month) Alcohol Awareness Month National Institutes of Health www.nih.gov
May (Entire Month) National Youth Traffic Safety Month National Organizations for Youth Safety www.noys.org
May (Entire Month) Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month NHTSA www.trafficsafetymarketing.gov
May (Entire Month) National Bicycle Safety Month NHTSA www.trafficsafetymarketing.gov/BicycleSafety
May 11–25 Click It or Ticket Mobilization NHTSA www.trafficsafetymarketing.gov
May 15–21 National Police Week The National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund www.nleomf.com
May 15–21 EMS Week American College of Emergency Physicians www.acep.org/emsweek
May 22–28 Tire Safety Week Rubber Manufacturers Association www.rma.org
June 20 Ride to Work Day NHTSA www.ridetowork.org
August 7–13 National Stop on Red Week Federal Highway Administration www.safety.fhwa.dot.gov/intersection/redlight/outreach/
August 13–15 Training Conference on Drugs, Alcohol and Impaired Driving (Denver, CO) IACP, NHTSA www.theiacp.org/dreconference
August 17–September 5 Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over Mobilization NHTSA www.trafficsafetymarketing.gov
August 27–31 Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) Annual Meeting (Seattle, WA) Governors Highway Safety Association www.ghsa.org/html/meetings/index.html
September 18–24 Child Passenger Safety Week NHTSA www.trafficsafetymarketing.gov
October 3–7 Drive Safely Work Week Network of Employers for Traffic Safety www.trafficsafety.org/drivesafelyworkweek/about-dsww.php
October 5 Walk to School Day National Center for Safe Routes to Schools www.walkbiketoschool.org
October 16–22 National Teen Driver Safety Week State Farm; The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia www.teendriversource.org
October 17–21 National School Bus Safety Week National Association of Pupil Transportation www.napt.org
October 24–27 Int’l Association of Chiefs of Police Annual Conference & Expo (Orlando, FL) Multiple public and private organizations www.theiacp.org
October 25–28 Int’l Forum on Traffic Records and Highway Safety Info. Sys. (Costa Mesa, CA) Association of Transportation Safety Information Professionals www.atsip.org
December (Entire Month) National Drunk & Drugged Driving Prevention Month (3D) Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) www.whitehouse.gov/ondcp
December 18–January 3 Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over Mobilization National Crackdown NHTSA, MADD, GHSA www.trafficsafetymarketing.gov11660-020816-v3b
HTMPO & SCPDC Transportation Division Calendar
2016
Legend:SCPDC Board Meeting (10:30 a.m.)Policy Committee (11:30 a.m.)Technical Advisory/SCRTSP IO (10:00 a.m.)Transit Committee (10:00 a.m.)South Central Regional Safety Coalition(10:00 a.m.)Vulnerable Road Users (10:00 a.m.)
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