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Roadbuilding

ACPA launches Interns for the Future program to attract individuals to the concrete pavement industry

The American Concrete Pavement Association (ACPA) has launched a new internship program, “Interns for the Future Program” aimed at attracting individuals who may not have considered the concrete pavement industry as a career option, but who “have a passion” for the industry. The association is partnering with the Innovative Pavement Research Foundation (IPRF), a 501(c)3 […]

January 27, 2017

Roadbuilding

Oregon’s road usage charge system OReGO partners with emovis to manage driver accounts

The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) has certified emovis to manage the accounts of drivers using the state’s road usage charge program OReGO used to gather revenue for the State Highway Fund. The voluntary program, launched in July 2015, is used to charge participants a fee per mile–drivers receive a credit or bill for fuel […]

January 26, 2017

Roadbuilding

ARTBA safety certification program inaugural class has 55 transportation construction professionals

The “inaugural class” of the American Road & Transportation Builders Association’s (ARTBA) Safety Certification for Transportation Project Professionals (SCTPP) includes 55 transportation construction professionals from 11 states. ARTBA launched the program in fall 2016 as a means of creating a safety benchmark for “future civil engineering and construction management program graduates who are interested in […]

January 26, 2017

Roadbuilding

Calif. Transportation Commission allocates $126.4 million for improvement projects

The California Transportation Commission has allocated $126.4 million for 49 projects for road and bridge upkeep and transit and rail system upgrades. “Caltrans is working to ensure every dollar counts when it comes to California’s transportation infrastructure,” says California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) Director Malcolm Dougherty. “Although we must not forget that our state highway […]

January 26, 2017

Roadbuilding

Senate committee approves Chao’s nomination for Secretary of Transportation

The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation has approved the nomination of Elaine Chao for Secretary of Transportation. Her nomination will proceed to the full Senate once a hearing has been scheduled. Chao previously served as Labor Secretary under George W. Bush and as Deputy Transportation Secretary under George H.W. Bush. She is married […]

January 26, 2017

Roadbuilding

Florida DOT Secretary Boxold resigns; Cone to serve as interim secretary

Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Secretary Jim Boxold has resigned, effective Feb. 3, with Rachel Cone, currently assistant secretary for finance and administration for the agency, to serve as interim secretary beginning the next day. “Jim Boxold has done a great job leading FDOT and I want to thank him for his hard work as […]

January 25, 2017

Roadbuilding

SASHTO presents scholarships to students from Louisiana universities

Students from several Louisiana universities have been presented with $1,000 scholarships each from a program funded by the Southeastern Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (SASHTO) in conjunction with the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LDOTD) and the Louisiana Transportation Research Center (LTRC). “These future transportation leaders represent some of the best and […]

January 25, 2017

Roadbuilding

Senate Democrats propose $1 trillion infrastructure plan with $210 billion for bridges, roads

Democrats in the Senate, led by Charles Schumer (D-New York), have proposed a 10-year $1 trillion infrastructure plan that would include $210 billion for roads and bridges. In addition, officials say the plan could create 15 million jobs, hence the name of the proposal “A Blueprint to Rebuild America’s Infrastructure and Create 15 Million Jobs.” […]

January 25, 2017

Roadbuilding

USDOT designates 10 automated vehicle proving grounds to test new tech

The U.S. Department of Transportation has designated 10 proving ground pilot locations as a means of encouraging “testing and information sharing” of automated vehicle technology. “The designated proving grounds will collectively form a Community of Practice around safe testing and deployment,” says Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx. “This group will openly share best practices for the safe […]

January 24, 2017

Roadbuilding

Tom Smith to serve as secretary of West Va. DOT and commissioner of DOH

West Virginia Gov.-elect Jim Justice has named Tom Smith as the new secretary of the West Virginia Department of Transportation and commissioner of the Division of Highways. “Our roads and bridges are crumbling and Tom Smith is the right choice to spearhead the effort to upgrade our transportation infrastructure,” says Justice. “He has the hands-on […]

January 24, 2017

Roadbuilding

ARTBA presents Northwestern’s Schofer with research & education award

The American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) has presented its S.S. Steinberg Award to Dr. Joseph L. Schofer, associate dean and professor of civil and environmental engineering at Northwestern University’s McCormick School of Engineering. Schofer received the award during ARTBA’s recent Research & Education Division (RED) meeting in Washington, D.C. The honor, named after […]

January 24, 2017

Roadbuilding

Ohio Turnpike partners with Waze Connected Citizens Program

The Ohio Turnpike has partnered with crowdsourced traffic and navigation app Waze on the Connected Citizens Program. “Information supplied in real time by our customers will add to the eyes and ears of Turnpike staff already out on the road and at our facilities,” says Ohio Turnpike Executive Director Randy Cole. “Waze users will greatly […]

January 23, 2017