With the 25-year anniversary of the passage of ADA, it is critical that local governments recognize their obligation to upgrade streets, sidewalks and facilities for accessibility. ADA requires that public agencies perform self-evaluations and prepare transition plans. They were to have been completed by July 26, 1992 and be updated periodically. The morning portion of […]
Now, more than ever, leaders are needed to help their agencies and communities tackle the changing challenges we’re facing in light of COVID-19. Luckily, leadership is a skill that can be developed through learning and practice. KS LTAP is happy to offer free webinar training on Key Leadership Principles developed by the Kansas Leadership Center. […]
An FHWA EDC-5 Webinar in collaboration with NLTAPA and the National Center for Rural Road Safety. Rural roadway departures make up a third of U.S. traffic fatalities-about 30 people a day. The Every Day Counts round five (EDC-5) initiative, Focus on Reducing Rural Roadway Departures (FoRRRwD), features four pillars: Addressing All Public Roads, Systemic Approach, Safety […]
Presented by David Orr, PE This presentation will provide some basics for running your highway department efficiently and effectively and review the basic duties and responsibilities of a highway department leader.
A considerable number of bridges in the United States are either structurally deficient or functionally obsolete. Consequently, one of the main focuses of the bridge industry is on design techniques that provide a high-quality and cost-effective product in a relatively short amount of time, with less maintenance required and a longer life span. Standardized bridge […]
Moderated by Cornell Local Roads Program Director David Orr, PE Panelists: Lori Mithen-Demasi, Counsel, Association of Towns of the State of New York (AOT) John Mancini, Counsel, New York Conference of Mayors (NYCOM) Join us for a chance to have your legal questions answered by panelists John Mancini and Lori Mithen. You can ask your […]
This will be 2-day (2 hours each session) program. Participants are welcome to join any of the two parts however a certificate of attendance will only be issued to those that attend the full session on both days. Make sure to sign in with your full name to receive credit. Log on instructions for both sessions will […]
Presented by Willy Grimmke, PE, CLRP circuit rider.
There are three things you need to have a good road: drainage, drainage, and drainage. This program covers drainage principles, drainage policy, ditches, pipes, and other drainage features, including installation maintenance and construction of drainage components.
Now, more than ever, leaders are needed to help their agencies and communities tackle the changing challenges we’re facing in light of COVID-19. Luckily, leadership is a skill that can be developed through learning and practice. KS LTAP is happy to offer free webinar training on Key Leadership Principles developed by the Kansas Leadership Center. […]