Item 10A
Texting While Driving
Item 10A
City of Southlake Strategy Map
Critical Business Outcomes
CBO1 - Continue to implement Southlake 2030 Plan by focusing on short-term initiatives.
CBO2 - Become an employer of choice by developing a plan to recruit, develop and retain employees committed to excellence.
CBO3 - Develop long-term strategies to address future financial uncertainties and challenges.
CBO4 - Improve mobility by proactively completing traffic analysis of key areas.
CBO5 -Optimize resources through collaboration and partnerships to reduce costs and add service value.
The City of Southlake provides municipal services that support the highest quality of life for our residents and businesses. We do this by delivering outstanding value and unrivaled
quality in everything we do.
Deliver on Our Focus Areas
Performance
Management &
Service Delivery
C1 Achieve the highest standards of safety & security
C2 Provide travel convenience within City & region
C3 Provide attractive & unique spaces for enjoyment of personal interests
C4 Attract & keep top-tier businesses to drive a dynamic & sustainable economic environment
C5 Promote opportunities for partnerships & volunteer involvement
Serve our Customers
Manage the Business
B1 Achieve best-in-class status in all City disciplines
B2 Collaborate with select partners to implement service solutions
B2 Collaborate with select partners to implement service solutions
B4 Provide high quality customer service
B5 Improve performance of delivery & operational processes
B6 Optimize use of technology
Provide Financial Stewardship
Promote Learning and Growth
F1 Adhere to financial management principles & budget
F2 Invest to provide & maintain high quality public assets
F3 Achieve fiscal wellness standards
F4 Establish & maintain effective internal controls
L1 Ensure our people understand the strategy & how they contribute to it
L2 Enhance leadership capabilities to deliver results
L3 Attract, develop & retain a skilled workforce
L4 Recognize & reward high performers
L5 Empower informed decision-making at all levels in the organization
Common Ordinance Provisions
Bans viewing or sending electronic messages while car is in motion
No use of applications
Allows use of GPS if affixed to vehicle
Allows handheld use to report emergencies
Average Number of Texting While Driving Citations Per Month
Cell Phone Use in a School Zone
Cell Phone Use Prohibited in a School Zone in Southlake
853 Citations issued since January 6, 2009
Average of 19 citations per month
State Legislation
Law vetoed in 2011
House Bill 63 proposed in Current Session
April 18, 2013: Passed in the Texas House by a vote of 97-45
Bans sending electronic messages without using a hands free device unless vehicle is stopped
Fine of not more than $100
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Questions?
Stephen Mylett 817-748-8950