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Tuesday
March 25

11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. ET

Opening Plenary

  • David Harkey, President, Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and Highway Loss Data Institute
    1.0 PDH/CM Credit

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1:00–2:00 p.m. ET

Concurrent Technical Sessions

 

Integrating Safety into University Engineering Programs
Developed by the ITE Education Council
1.0 PDH/CM Credit

This session will explore how transportation safety topics are being covered within university engineering programs. Building on insights from the recent ITE Annual Meeting Transportation Educators Workshop, it will provide a broad overview of current practices and gaps in safety education. Representatives from various universities will share how they are evolving their curricula, their approaches to teaching safety, and their perspectives on what needs to be prioritized to prepare the next generation of engineers to lead with safety at the forefront. 

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Learning Objectives

  • Identify current practices and gaps in how transportation safety is integrated into university engineering curricula. 

  • Learn different approaches universities are using to teach transportation safety. 

  • Discuss opportunities for enhancing transportation safety education in engineering programs and strategies to better equip students with the necessary knowledge and skills.

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Moderator

  • Peter Savolainen, Ph.D., P.E., MSU Foundation Professor, Michigan State University

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Speakers

  • Mike Knodler, Director at UMass Transportation Center (UMTC)

  • Grant Schultz, Professor and Chair at Brigham Young University 

  • Priyanka Alluri, Associate Professor at Florida International University

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Integrating Mode Change into Planning and Analysis
Developed by the ITE Complete Streets Council
1.0 PDH/CM Credit


This session will showcase innovative approaches to incorporating quantitative data on mode change into the planning and analysis of transportation projects. Speakers will include representatives from Replica, sharing insights from their recent study on induced transit ridership demand from bus lane projects, and Jacobs UK, presenting their bike network planning tool that integrates mode change and sustainability metrics. Join us to explore cutting-edge tools and strategies that are reshaping transportation planning for a more sustainable future. 

 

Learning Objectives

  • Learn about quantifiable benefits of installing bus lanes and other bus priority treatments 

  • Learn about how connected networks of high-quality bike infrastructure can induce more people to bike 

  • Gain insight into how you can directly consider potential mode change impacts in corridor planning processes

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Moderator

  • Adam Smith, P.E., PTOE, District Manager, Office of Multimodal Planning, City of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA, USA 

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Speakers

  • Jonathan Carr, MTPS (Member, Transport Planning Society), Associate Director of Transport Planning, Jacobs, Leeds, United Kingdom 

  • Arthur Getman, Senior Solutions Engineer, Replica, New York, NY, USA 

2:30–3:30 p.m. ET

Concurrent Technical Sessions

 

Accelerating Innovation Through USDOT SMART Grants
Developed by the Council Leadership Team
1.0 PDH/CM Credit


Discover how cities across the U.S. are leveraging the U.S. DOT SMART Grants to drive innovation in transportation. Using the engaging Pecha Kucha format (20 slides, 20 seconds each), five presenters, including Portland, OR; Minneapolis, MN and Seattle, WA; and Nashville, TN will share lessons learned, including insights on LiDAR technology and near-miss crash analysis. Gain valuable perspectives on how these projects are advancing safer, smarter, and more connected communities. 


Learning Objectives

  • Understand how USDOT SMART Grants have supported innovative transportation projects across U.S. cities. 

  • Examine the application and use of LiDAR technology in near-miss crash analysis. 

  • Learn key lessons from city case studies on implementing and scaling smart transportation initiatives. 

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Speakers

  • Dillon Fried, Senior Project Manager, Mobility Hawthorne Transportation Center

  • Jacob Sherman, New Mobility Analyst, Portland Bureau of Transportation

  • Jeffrey Conor, Data Analytics Supervisor, City of Seattle, Seattle, WA, US

  • Anup Kulkarni, Manager, Orange County, Orange, CA, US  

  • Derek Hagerty, P.E., PMP,  Engineer 3, Nashville Department of Transportation and Multimodal Infrastructure, Nashville, TN, US 

  • John Thai, P.E., Principal Traffic Engineer, Public Works, Traffic Management Center, City of Anaheim, Anaheim, CA, US

  • Angela Ng, Senior Project Manager, Chicago Transit Authority, Chicago, IL, US

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Harnessing Data Analytics for Safer and More Resilient Transportation
Developed by the Data Analytics Cross-Cutting Committee
1.0 PDH/CM Credit


Transportation safety relies on data analysis to identify high-risk areas and implement targeted improvements. Leveraging traffic sensors, accident reports, and environmental data, agencies can enhance road safety through optimized management and infrastructure upgrades. Similarly, data-driven insights strengthen transportation resilience by enabling real-time monitoring, predictive modeling, and efficient resource allocation. This integration helps systems recover quickly from disruptions, ensuring continued mobility and connectivity. Learn how agencies are using data and improved analytics to make our transportation systems safer and more resilient. 


Learning Objectives:

  • Understand the importance of Data science for safer transportation systems.

  • Application of Data analytics to enhance resilient transportation network.

  • Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to ensure safety and resilience for transportation infrastructure.

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4:00–5:00 p.m. ET

Concurrent Technical Sessions

 

Strategies for Implementing Safety Cameras and Systems
Developed by the ITE Traffic Engineering Council
1.0 PDH/CM Credit


This session will provide an overview of current use of safety cameras for automated enforcement strategies in the U.S. and internationally, showcasing their role in improving transportation safety. Part two will focus on gathering input on how ITE can advance efforts in this area, aligning with Safety Roadmap Action TR-7: Developing an Informational Report on the Use and Application of Automated Enforcement. Join us to explore innovative practices and shape ITE’s approach to this critical safety initiative. 

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Learning Objectives:

  • Learn about the current use of safety cameras for improving transportation safety in the U.S. and internationally. 

  • Understand common reactive and proactive practices to assess the potential implementation of safety camera systems and the factors that contribute to their effectiveness. 

  • Contribute to the development of ITE’s approach to preparing an informational report on the use and application of safety camera systems.
     

Moderator:

  • Douglas E. Noble, P.E., PTOE, Senior Director, Transportation Engineering and Operations, ITE
     

Speakers:

  • Fair Warnings: Recommendations to Promote Equity in Speed Safety Camera Programs, Leah Shahum, Executive Director, Vision Zero Network, San Francisco, CA 

  • The Role of Automated Traffic Enforcement Supporting Washington, DC’s Vision Zero Initiative, Charles Turner, Associate Director, DDOT â€‹

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Evolving the Roadway Functional Classification System for Modern Transportation Needs
Developed by the ITE Planning Council
1.0 PDH/CM Credit


The Roadway Functional Classification System (FCS) has long been a foundational tool for planning in the United States, but its limitations in addressing modern transportation needs are becoming increasingly evident. This session will explore how the rigid categorization of the FCS fails to account for multimodal functions, emerging transportation trends, and critical equity and environmental concerns. Join us to examine these challenges and discuss innovative approaches to make the FCS more flexible, inclusive, and responsive to the dynamic needs of contemporary transportation systems. 

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Learning Objectives:  

  • Understand the purpose and historical role of the Roadway Functional Classification System (FCS) in transportation planning.  

  • Learn how emerging transportation trends, multimodal functions, and other considerations are challenging the traditional FCS framework. 

  • Explore innovative approaches to evolving the FCS to make it more responsive to contemporary transportation needs. 

5:30–6:30 p.m. ET

Happy Hour Discussion:

Transportation Safety and Resilience in Your District

(hosted by Young Member Committee)

Wednesday
March 26

11:30 a.m.12:30 p.m. ET

Coffee Talk:

Implementing the ITE Safety Roadmap and Action Plan

1:002:00 p.m. ET

Concurrent Technical Sessions
 

Advancing Safety Together: ITE District Highlights on the Safe System Approach
Developed by ITE Safety Council
1 PDH Credit
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Explore how ITE Districts are successfully implementing the Safe System Approach in this dynamic and engaging session. Modeled after last year’s TSMO Roundtable Discussion, this session features the Ignite Talks approach with nine rapid-fire presentations, each lasting five minutes with 20 slides advancing every 15 seconds. Join us to learn from district success stories and participate in an interactive Q&A to close out the session.

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​​Learning Objectives: 

  • Gain insights into how different ITE Districts are successfully applying Safe System principles to improve transportation safety.

  • Discover creative and effective strategies used by ITE Districts to integrate the Safe System approach into their transportation projects and policies. 

  • Recognize common obstacles faced when adopting the Safe System approach and explore practical solutions that have led to measurable safety improvements.

 

Moderator:

  • Diwu Zhou, P.E., RSP1, Associate, Fehr & Peers

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Speakers:

ITE Canada: Ryan Martinson, M.Eng., P.Eng., RSP1, Principal, Martinson Golly Ltd. and Tyler Golly, M.Sc., P.Eng., RSP1, Principal, , Martinson Golly Ltd. 

Florida Puerto Rico District: Abigail Flores, P.E., RSP1

Transportation Safety& Mobility Program Manager, 

Hillsborough County Engineering & Operations, Tampa, FL, US

Great Lakes District: Priscilla Tobias, P.Eng., RSP2IB, Vice President, Arora & Associates, PC

Mid-Colonial District: Kate Russo, P.E., PTOE, Senior Project Delivery Leader, RK&K

Missouri Valley District: John Davis, P.E., PTOE, TSOS, RSP1, City Traffic Engineer, City of Des Moines, Des Moines, IA, US

Mountain District: Kelly Wilcoxon, P.E., PTOE, RPS1, State Traffic Safety Engineer, Arizona Department of Transportation, Scottsdale, AZ

Southern District: Sam Harris, P.E., Traffic Engineer, Georgia Department of Transportation, Avondale Estates, GA

Western District: Bryan Jones, P.E., AICP, Assistant City Manager, City of Menifee, Menifee, PA

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Weathering the Storm: Building a Resilient Transportation System through TSMO
Developed by the ITE TSMO Council
1 PDH Credit


This session highlights how TSMO strategies are driving resilience in the face of extreme weather and infrastructure challenges. Speakers will discuss USDOT’s resilience and data initiatives, share insights from North Carolina and Virginia’s response to 2024 hurricanes, and provide an ex-post analysis of maintaining operations during Maryland’s Francis Scott Key bridge collapse. Florida will also present its forward-looking approach to planning for operational continuity, offering lessons for creating more resilient transportation systems. 

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Learning Objectives:  

  • Understand the Role of TSMO in Enhancing Weather Resilience: Participants will gain an understanding of how TSMO strategies can improve transportation system resilience in the face of extreme weather events, focusing on proactive planning, real-time operations, and dynamic management approaches. 

  • Explore Weather-Related Challenges in Transportation Operations: Participants will learn about the various weather-related challenges that impact transportation systems, and how TSMO strategies can mitigate these effects. 

  • Develop Strategies for Integrating Weather Resilience into TSMO Plans: Participants will learn more about practical strategies for incorporating weather resilience into TSMO plans, including data-driven decision-making, communication frameworks, and stakeholder collaboration to improve system performance during adverse weather conditions. 

2:303:30 p.m. ET

Concurrent Technical Sessions
 

Implementing the National V2X Deployment Plan
Developed by the CAV Committee
1.0 PDH/CM Credit


This session will highlight efforts to advance the U.S. DOT National V2X Deployment Plan emphasizing the role of connected vehicle technologies in enhancing roadway safety. Speakers will discuss the three Advanced Vehicle Technology Grant projects in Arizona, Texas, and Utah, showcasing how states and local agencies are serving as national models for implementing life-saving V2X solutions. Additionally, the session will feature insights from other agencies working on upgrading traffic signals to support V2X integration. 

 

Learning Objectives:  

  • Understand the key objectives of the U.S. DOT National V2X Deployment Plan. 

  • Learn about the plan’s role in enhancing roadway safety through connected vehicle technologies.  

  • Gain insights from the preliminary implementation of V2X solutions in the Advanced Vehicle Technology Grant projects in Phoenix, AZ, Texas, and Utah.

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Transportation for All: Perspectives from Local Transportation Agencies
Developed by the ITE Equity Cross-Cutting Committee
1.0 PDH/CM Credit


 

4:005:00 p.m. ET

Closing Plenary Session

  • Kristin White, Head of Transportation Strategy & Partnerships, Google

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