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The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)'s INVEST identifies characteristics of sustainable highways and provides information and techniques to help agencies and organizations integrate sustainability best practices into highway and other transportation projects. Scoring in a number of categories also allows agencies and consultants to compare traditional designs against more progressive designs and construction approaches. This system is voluntary and has completed a successful pilot project phase.
Read MoreThis program focuses on how two agencies work with within their region and state APWA chapters to get well rounded training for their small fleets.
Read MoreMany supervisors have a pretty good understanding how weather affects their region, but they do not have the final piece of information to glue it all together.
The session will begin with a detailed explanation of such weather concepts as surface maps, wind direction, and tracking low-pressure systems. Attendees will learn when it is the right time to look for this extra piece of information, and when to move on. These explanations will allow the attendee to monitor starting and ending times of winter events, and other key weather parameters.
Read MoreThis program will help you identify what you should have ready before disaster strikes and what you can expect in dealing with FEMA after the disaster.
Read MoreThis program provides viewers with an understanding of the requirements that govern the building, maintenance and operation of emergency vehicles.
Read MoreGot Potholes? Infrared asphalt restoration may be your solution! Infrared asphalt restoration can be one of your most valuable pavement management tools when used properly. With a continually increasing cost to roadway paving, it only makes sense to learn about innovative ways to stretch the taxpayer's dollars.
Read MoreThis program will show local agencies how they can increase the use of these recycled materials for locally funded projects where state requirements do not apply. Learn the accepted uses for recycled materials that, while potentially in conflict with outdated state standards, are something that can be employed at your community�s discretion for locally funded projects.
Read MoreThis program addresses the major changes in each chapter of the “Green Book” and discusses the use of updated design guidance and design flexibility throughout the document.
Read MoreRoadway safety is a vital component of local government. However, reduced budgets make many projects seem out of reach. Safety Improvements do not have to cost an agency a lot of money. Low Cost Safety Improvements (LCSI) can have a significant impact. This program will detail what two entities have done in the way of LCSI.
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Pavement markings play one of the most important safety functions on our roads.
Many materials can be used for pavement markings. However, the performance and cost of the different materials vary greatly. Additionally, some materials are more appropriate for a given set of circumstances than other materials. The useful life of a pavement marking material often varies widely based on many factors. Finally, many agencies don’t have the financial resources to utilize the ideal solution and have to make do with what they have.
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