People of Pearland - Season 3, Episode 4 - Mario Tellez & Yolci Ramirez

This City of Pearland podcast episode from January 30, 2026, features a discussion with two traffic division staff members, Josie Ruiz and Mario Tellez, who manage traffic engineering and operations respectively. They describe their roles in maintaining and optimizing traffic signals, street lights, and signage across the city, including the use of modern detection technologies like cameras and radar. The conversation highlights the challenges of traffic management, such as coordinating with TxDOT on state roads, handling power outages, and balancing safety with traffic flow. They also discuss staffing levels, emergency response capabilities, and ongoing efforts to upgrade traffic signal communication systems. While the meeting is informal and conversational, it provides insight into the city's traffic infrastructure maintenance and operational strategies, though no specific procurement actions or contract awards were mentioned.