Fall 2009 Technology Exchange
Back to school with LTAP and Goldy
Minnesota LTAP and the University of Minnesota share an important goal: to provide opportunities for continuing education and lifelong learning.
Intelligent transportation systems: helping local agencies improve safety
The Minnesota ITS Pilot Safety Program was established to help local transportation agencies implement ITS technologies by funding ITS consulting assistance for these agencies.
New resource pages on Web site
Minnesota LTAP has added more resources to its Web site and reorganized it to improve usability.
Speakers share tips for communicating with the public
Public participation was the topic of one of the sessions at the Center for Transportation Studies (CTS) 20th Annual Transportation Research Conference.
McGinnis named CTS acting director
Laurie McGinnis, a member of the LTAP Steering Committee, has been appointed acting director of CTS.
New technology helps police enforce red-light running
Police officers in Burnsville are getting some help as they work to catch drivers who run red lights, thanks to a tool called an Enforcement Light.
New LRRB publications at www.lrrb.org
Topics include storm water BMPs, subsurface drainage, innovative contracting methods, and recreational trails.
Value capture for transportation finance
The Center for Transportation Studies released research findings on the use of “value capture” for financing transportation projects.
The Traffic Corner: Traffic safety near schools
Now that school is in full swing and the snow isn’t too far away, what are you doing to make the traffic near your schools as safe as possible?
Enhanced version of SafeRoadMaps.org
The Center for Excellence in Rural Safety (CERS) at the University of Minnesota has launched an enhanced version of SafeRoadMaps.org to help drivers identify the most dangerous portions of upcoming trips.
An intelligent solution for school bus safety
St. Louis County used the Local ITS Pilot Safety Program to explore the idea for a school bus stop dynamic warning system.
Liquids, chemicals, applications, and technology for winter maintenance
Tom Broadbent demystified winter maintenance liquids to help users select appropriate anti-icing liquids or blend their own product.
Maintenance Research Corner
The Barber Litter Picker gathers, hoists, collects, and dumps debris at speeds up to 18 mph; RoadQuake temporary portable rumble strips alert drivers to reduce speed.
On-spot chains make the job easier for snowplow operators in Eagan
On-spot chains provide increased traction for snowplow trucks, allowing plow operators to do their job more quickly and efficiently.
The Shelf
Facts sheets, guides, videos, and more.
Click, Listen & Learn
The schedule through May 2010 is online. Upcoming topics include urban street trees, succession planning, and disaster recovery.
Roads Scholar credit offered at ‘How to” workshop
The Northland Chapter of the American Traffic Safety Services Association (NCATSSA) will hold its 18th annual “How to” safety training workshop March 16 and 17, 2010, in Fargo, North Dakota.
Happenings from the coordinator
“Gridlock Buster” and “SafeRoadsMaps” were on display at the State Fair.