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EDC-5: Crowdsourcing at the Local Agency Level

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Innovation Exchange Webinar: Crowdsourcing for the Local Agency Level

Thursday, June 13, 2019 from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm (EST)

Attention: Planners, Project Managers, Public Outreach Professionals, Traffic Managers….

Current data sources in traffic operations often come from fixed sensors that monitor traffic conditions at fixed locations. The use of crowdsourced data turns transportation system users with smartphones and other mobile data sources into traffic sensors that significantly increase the data volume and geographic coverage. Agencies using crowdsourced data can provide earlier incident notification for quicker responses and integration into traveler information. (more…)

Webinar: Engaging with Elected Officials

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Webinar: Engaging with Elected Officials
Date: June 19, 2019
Time: 10:00 am to 11:00 am MT
Cost: Free
Organization: University of Minnesota, Center for Transportation Studies

Having the support of elected officials while developing and implementing your zero-fatality goal program is important. This webinar will share strategies for communicating with elected officials, as well as offer ways you can help elected officials learn what they need to know about your zero-fatality goal program. 

For more information about this training, click here.

Link: http://www.cts.umn.edu/events/nationalTZD/webinars/061919

Webinar: Safe Speeds, Safe Communities- Partners in Speed Management

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Webinar: Safe Speeds, Safe Communities- Partners in Speed Management
Date: June 12, 2019
Time: 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm MT
Cost: Free
Organization: America Walks

Speed management is an important component in creating a safe community. Learn how organizations and individuals can work together to decrease speed and increase safety in their communities. This webinar is intended for those just starting out on the walking path as well as those interested in learning more about the topic. 

For more information about this training, click here.

Link: https://americawalks.org/new-webinar-safe-speeds-safe-communities-partners-in-speed-management-june-12-2019/

4th of July Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over

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Event: 4th of July Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over
Date: July 4, 2019
Organization: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Americans love to celebrate the 4th of July with family, friends, food, and fireworks. But all too often the festivities turn tragic on the nation’s roads. This iconic American holiday is also one of the deadliest holidays of the year due to drunk-driving crashes.

For more information about this training, click here.
Link: https://www.trafficsafetymarketing.gov/get-materials/drunk-driving/drive-sober-or-get-pulled-over/4th-july