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HomeMy WebLinkAboutOut-of-State Trvl-Engineering Tech - Las Vegas i �V CITY OF PALM DESERT PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT REQUEST: AUTHORIZE OUT-OF-STATE TRAVEL FOR THE ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN TO ATTEND INTERNATIONAL MUNICIPAL SIGNAL ASSOCIATION CERTIFICATION RENEWAL TRAINING IN LAS VEGAS, NEVADA, ON OCTOBER 7 AND 8, 2013 SUBMITTED BY: Mark Greenwood, P.E., Director of Public Works DATE: August 22, 2013 CONTENTS: Registration Information Recommendation By Minute Motion, authorize out-of-state travel for the .Engineering Technician to attend International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) certification renewal training in Las Vegas, Nevada, on October 7 and 8, 2013. Funds are available in Account No. 110-4310-433-3120, Street Maintenance Conference/Seminars/Workshops account. Backqround In order to maintain IMSA certification, it is necessary for the traffic signal Engineering Technician to fulfill continuing education requirements. The most efficient and cost effective way to achieve this is to attend the Traffic Signal Workshop offered by the Far West Section IMSA. The workshop is only offered annually within the IMSA Far West Section and this year its takes place in Las Vegas. The two-day workshop fee is $115 per person. With approximately $585 for transportation and travel related expenses, based on the current City Travel Expense Reimbursement policy, the estimated total cost is $700. Staff Report Authorize Out-of-State Travel for Engineering Technician Page2of2 August 22, 2013 Fiscal Analysis There is no fiscal impact other than the cost of the training, which is required for certification renewal. Prepared By: Department Head: ,/ n �� � �� ar dez Mark Greenwood, P.E. M intenan e Services Manager Director of Public Works Paul S. Gibson, Directorof Finance CITYCOUNCILACT�QN API�ROVTD �— DT�'�NTTn R[?CF�IVTD OTF�iER ApprovaL - � mF.r�ri�vc� naTr • �- . AYI�.ti: � I�� NOES: Jo n M. Wohlmuth, City Manager A1;St�.�vT: A��sT�IN: VGIZ[FI�D BY: Oi•iginul on File with City Cler s Otfice G:IPub WorkslStaff Reports1201344ugust 22102 Authorize Out of State Travel for Engineering TechnicianlSR Autho�ize Out of State TraveLdoc ;�»- . � ��� ' _. �.__ A* �� 1� �"j 'x R' Ytwv�uiarw�r.�.7€+{aw��#< b&i�i Y IMSA CERTIFICATI+fJN CLASSES Hosted by: Far West Section IMSA October 7-10, 2013 AT THE PALACE STATION 2411 W. 5ahara Ave. Las Vegas, NV 891U2 1-(702) 367-2411 or 1-(800) 634-3101 NOTE: :1.[.t. �3�)()K�; i�3t;S'1' E31�` 3'E�R�'tl,�`�C�,!> ��l�t):��I 'i��i�! ilf�,� f3t)(3f{; w'i'(}ttl�; AT: �wwvv.imsasafetti.�rg _ — __ _ _--- Or by calling IMSA at: 1 (800) 723-4672 �'�e�isc� <�II��e 3--i wr-�elcs t"oa• c�eli�����y l�(�l. i-1U�T1� tt;�� g�: �'t)('f2 �3(�(�KtS) I�I:���)i-��_ ,�'I"���.^"4'I3I�E: ('I.=1;��(�) CLASSES SCHEDULED; Work Zone'"�''� Traffic Signal Level I Signs & Markings I Traffic Signal Level II Field Signs & Markings II Traffic Signal Level II Engineering Signs & Markings III Intro to Traffic Signals(tVEVi� (6hrs) Traf�c Signal Level II Construction Traffic Signal Inspection Traffic Signal Level III Field Work Zone Safety Renewal (4 hrs) Signs & Markings Workshop(for Renewals) Roadway Lighting Level I Traffic Signal Workshop(for Renewals) Challenges & Retakes NOW OFFERING CONTINUING EDUCATION UNITS. IE'YOU WOULD LIKE TO RECEIVE UNITS SPEAK TO YOUR INSTRUCTOR! ALL CLASSES ARE TWO DAYS UNLESS NOTED! �,;':'�ascc���c� d'cs�- d�(t c�r�i#icati�►r� t•�;a��;a�� Lodging is available at: Palace Statian 2411 W. Sahara Ave. Las Vegas, NV 89102 RESERVATION#Mention IMSA AND BE SURE TO ASK FOR THE GOVERNMENT R.ATE of $35.00 PRICE OF COURSES i)o:�_'s \t)� I'�:t:�i i._�1:)!�_ BOUKS,LODGING OR MEALS Please contact Tom or Sheila Randal for more information at: (530) 265-6551 or email: r�ncial(�r-_nccil.i�et FAX: (530)265-6551 . - ���� ...__ � __ vow irrew 4.AHItLK�+ui[t�' __..._.._,,.�_...._.'_"�....__."._"_'....""... . IMSA CLASS REGISTRATION FORM (PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE INFORMATION) I wiil attend the following class(s) Traf f ic Signal Workshop Name Sergio Rosas Work For: City o.f Palm Desert Address 73510 Fred Waring Driue City Palm Desert State CA ZIP 92260 Phone Number 760-776-6450 E-Mail srosas@cityofpalmdesert.�rg CLASSES DATES TIME PRICE SfGN IlV FOR THE FOLLOWING Cl�ASSES WtLL BE�tN AAONDAY, OCTOBER 7. 2093 AT 6:30 AM. Check E3c,x Work Zone Temporary Traffic Oct. 7& 7:00 AM—4:00 PM Controi Tech'� Oct.8 7:00 AM—12:00 PM $230.00 Traffic Signal Tech Level II Oct.7& 7:00 AM—4:00 PM Fieid Oct.8 7:00 AM—4:00 PM $250.00 Traffic Signal Inspector Level Oct.7& 7:00 AM—4:00 PM I Oct.8 7:00 AM—4:00 PM $250.00 Oct 7& 7:00 AM—4:00 PM Traffic Signal Workshop Oct.8 7:00 AM untii finished $115.00 g Wiil renew Levels I 11 &I{i Traffic Signal Tech Level iil 7:OQ AM—4:00 PM Field Oct.7 1 da class $260.00 Signs&Markings Tech Level II Oct.7-8&9 7:D0 AM—4:00 PM $250.00 Work Zone Traffic Control Oct.8 1:00 PM—4:00 PM $60.00 Renewai Si n in at 12:30 PM Tues. Introduction to Signals(NEW) Si n in at 10:00 AM Tuesda Oct.8 1 Q:00 AM—4:00 PM $110.00 SJGN 1N FOR THESE CLASSES AT B:3U AM, WEDNESDAY, DCTOBER 9, 2093 Oct. 9& 10 Traffic Signai Tech Level I 7:00 AM—4:00 PM $240.00 7:00 AM—4:00 PM $250.00 Traffic Signal Tech Level il Oct.9&10 Desi n/En ineerin Traffic Signal Tech level il Construction Oct.9&10 7:00 AM—4:00 PM $250.00 7:00 AM—4:00 PM Si ns&Markin s Tech Level i Oct.9&10 $240.00 Roadwa Li htin Level I Oct.9&10 7:00-4:00 PM $240.00 Signs&Markings Tech Level III Sign in at 12:30 1:00 PM—4:00 PM PM Oct.9&10 7:00 PM—4:00 PM $260.00 Signs&Markings Workshop Will renew Level 1, �I&I11 Si ns Oct. 9&10 7:00 AM—4:00 PM $115.00 Retakes&Challen es: $200.00 er exam, retakes free time will be set u at time of re istration. **Required prerequisite for any of the other certificates.If you already have a Work Zone Certificate from ATSSA or ITS, please bring a copy with you. AlL CLASSES ARE TWO DAYS t1NLE5S C�THERWlSE SPECIFlED MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO iMSA CERTIFICA710N.15457 $1 15.00 Ridge Estates Rd.,t�evada City, CA 85959 AMOUNT ENCLOSED SENI_� R�E(1ISTIZAT'IC)NS 7'C): rani3r:�[�u,��ccn.n�;t c�i� I=,�X: (a�0) ?t�,S-����{ �'t7�.' ��t�����t���t�t:.� �a l�;t�,��t.. �f:rolz� cc>n��rNc�ro�r���r�t ��,�5s. (".���_� �t�t�(�)77.3--���?2�r<�t�ni�>t-�. ���.�����;��_s. � �,�� �, ��; ���� -� • a ....:r .�. ,, ,� � '�..�'d� _u "�,,.. ��,P'..��e � .. �``�..a'L`' n.� . Your I�artner in PUBLIC SAFETY Certification Renewal Policv I. All current certification certificates are valid for a three(3)year period from date of issue. The expiration date of all current certifications can be found on the certificate(s)and certification card(s). II. Options for Renewal. There are three options for renewal of IMSA certifications. Individuals may choose any one of the options. The renewal requirements must be completed prior to the expiration date of the individual's current certification(s). A. Educational Units 1. Technical/Vocational course work for minimum one(1) quarter or one(1) semester with a`C or higher passing grade. The course work must be directly related to the certification(s)being renewed. 2. Continuing Education Units(CEU}. The training must be directly related to the certification(s)being renewed. 3. Technical Advancernent Recognition Points(TARP). In order to use this option an individual must be a member in good standing of IMSA. Your Section Certification Chair or a TARP representative gathers ancl submits these earned points on your behalf,to the International Office for logging in a database. Individuals should also record these points on their personal logs. 4. Renewal Hours by Personal Log(Members and/or Non Members). Individuals must complete a personal log or diary of their continuing education by documenting training and/or certification(s)received. The training must be directly related to the certificaiion(s)being renewed. For the training to be valid it must be signed by one of the following:the speaker of a session,moderator of a class,supervisor or your IMSA Section Certification Chair. Personal logs may be downloaded from the IMSA Web site at http://ww�v.i.msasafetv.ar�jren.ewal/r�n���al.�cif 5. Combination of 2,3&4 above.For example:A combination of CEUs and TARP points may qualify an individual for certification renewal. All educational units must be completed within the three(3)years prior to the certification(s)expiration date(s). All training documentation is subject to audit by IMSA's International Office. Each IMSA certification has a defined number of required educational hours based on the level and type of certificate as follows: Traffic Signals,Signs and Markings,Roadway Lighting,Fire Alarm,and Public Safety Telecommunicator require a total of sixteen(16)hours of education. Work Zone Safety and Flagging require a total of four(4)hours of education. Sixteen hours is defined as 1.6 CEUs,or 64 TARP points or 16 renewal hours. Four hours is defined as.4 CEUs or 16 TARP points or 4 renewal hours. B. Attendin�the Current Certification Course This option requires the individual to attend the current 16-hour certification course without taking the exam.Iridividuals will be responsible far documenting their attendance in their Personal Log and shall have it signed by the moderator. BE SURE TO SIGN THE CLASS ROSTER AS TT WILL BE AUDITED. You may ONLY use this option within"one year'prior to the expiration date. Please note:Traffic Signal Level III and Signs&Marking Level III courses will only count as 8 hours of training(16-hours of training is needed to complete the renewal process for these Level III programs.) C. Hi�her Certification Level Achieving the next higher certification level in each specialty, will result in a new three year certification;therefore,renewal of your existing certification will not be necessary.For example:An individual with a current Traffic Signal Level I certification who passes the Traffic Signal Level II certification course will receive a new certification level which will be due for renewal three years from the date printed on the new certification. III. Documentation. It is the certificate holder's responsibility to submit documentation to the IMSA International office for renewal utilizing"Educational Units" including TARP points and Personal Log/Diaries. All required documentation and the appropriate fees shall be sent in one mailing to IMSA prior to expiration date. N. Renewal After Expiration.For individuals with an ex�piration date on their certificate(s),if the certification is nat renewed by the expiration date,the certification will lapse. The lapsed certificate holder will have one(1)year after the expiration date to reinstate their certification by documenting sixteen(16)hours of training through IIA or IIB. If the certification is not reinstated within one(1)year after the expiration date,the individual must renew through the normal certification process by taking the current certification exam at the highest level previously attained and paying the regular certification exam fee. T'he renewal fees do not apply to this method of certification;only the regular certification exam fees will be due. Retake of prerequisites will not be required. IMSA will not recognize any IMSA certificate(s)without an expiration date. Renewal Fee Schedule MEMBER: NON-MEMBER: 1 Renewal $40.00 1 Renewal $60.00 2 Renewals 70.00 2 Renewals 90.00 3 Renewals 90.00 3 Renewals 110.00 4 or More Renewals 100.00 4 or More Renewals 12Q.00 The renewal fee schedule is based on an individual's certification,not an agency/employer group rate. If you are not a member of IMSA and would like to receive the discounted member rate,you may visit our website at:http�/www.imsasafety.or menibshp.htm to apply.