August 9, 2018

Operations and Maintenance Plaza de Fundación Algae Management Motorized Vehicles Litter Management

Plaza de Fundación Recent rain events have caused the bacteria levels in the creek to spike. The plaza water is being managed for water quality sampling. During this time, samples are taken more frequently to determine if the bacterial levels are in an acceptable range. Typically, samples are taken every Wednesday and recorded on the SARA website.

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Algae Management Team continues to treat isolated spots of algae with hydrogen peroxide through granule and liquid applications. Aluminum sulfate continues to be our longer term solution with support from our ESD team through water sampling. Samples determine phosphorous levels and success of applications.

Motorized vehicles Dockless Scooters in San Antonio SARA has been part of public and stake holder meetings regarding the use of motorized vehicles on trails and in other areas of the city. Three dockless scooter companies have distributed their product throughout the city. At this time, under city code Sec. 22-4-1, motorized vehicles are not allowed in city parks or on trails

Litter Management Redesign of the Houston grate inlet has been tabled and design will remain the same. HDR, SARA and partners are discussing opportunities for trash management in either the tunnel or pump pit.

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