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63. Regular Meeting May 16, 2006 Page 7 counts. Mr. Thomaides stated he would like to get a cost estimate on the I current cost of the project and a cost estimate when the project is completed. He stated he would also like to know what is included in the project now and then when it is completed. Mr. Bose inquired whether all the lights in the City of San Marcos are included in the signalization. Mr. Avila stated there are a few lights within the city limits that will not be included in the signalization. He stated these are mainly the lights that outline the City. He also stated these can be included in the signalization by using the same repeater method as the lights at Texas State University. Mayor Narvaiz asked for a memo identifying the signal lights that will not be part of the system. Mr. Mihalkanin stated he feels the speed limit transitions on Hunter Road/Hopkins at Jack's Roadhouse and Lara's Carpet is abrupt and specific signalization for this area needs to be addressed starting at Stagecoach on Hunter Road. He stated he also feels there is not enough time allowed for pedestrians to cross the street on Hopkins and LBJ. Regarding the Loop 82 Railroad Overpass, Don Nyland, TxDOT, stated they have completed a draft schematic design of the Loop 82 Railroad Overpass Project. He also stated TxDOT is currently coordinating with the City and Texas State University to resolve the schematic design, right-of-way, amenities and funding issues. He stated TxDOT changed the engineering consultant to work with Union Pacific Railroad Company. He stated construction is anticipated to begin in 2008. I Mr. Thomaides inquired whether Loop 82 has already been funded. Mr. Nyland stated as of today $11.2 million has been approved. Mr. Thomaides inquired how the City can get involved in determining the types of panels used for the overpass. Mr. Nyland stated cities pay extra for the upgraded paneling and aesthetics of the structures. He also stated beams are currently being hung on Highway 3407, which should be completed in October. He stated currently TxDOT is working with the City and SMCISD on Highway 123 and 266. William Ford, Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation Department, stated a site plan for Phase I of the Skate Park has been submitted to the Engineering Department, which the Parks Department is awaiting any changes needed. He stated construction is scheduled to begin October, 2006 and be completed by January, 2007. Mayor Narvaiz inquired as to when Phase II would begin. Mr. Ford stated LCRA will make their grant funding decision on June 15, 2006. Mr. Thomaides inquired as to the life of the Park. David Caroll, DAVACAR, stated the life span of the park is 50 years. He stated there will always be concrete cracking because that is the nature of the material, which will cause minor repairs to be made. He also stated by using granular material under the foundation, it will help to control cracking. Mr. Jones stated if there is any time cuts that can be made, he feels they should be taken so this project can be completed earlier. I Mayor Narvaiz introduced a discussion regarding Code Enforcement related to the unrelated persons code. Ken Bell, City Marshal, provided a Power Point presentation regarding the status of the Code Enforcement Program since October 1, 2005. Mr. Guerrero inquired whether the Marshal's Office visits