"Change" - It Doesn't Have to Be a Bad Word!
May 23, 2016 10:00am ‐ May 23, 2016 11:00am
Identification: 10272
Have you ever tried experimenting with a new type of equipment, introducing a new practice or even trying to do something differently than how it has always been? If so, you will be able to relate to the areas this interactive discussion will explore.
Learning Objectives:
Learning Objectives:
- Lead by example and become a model for continual improvement in their operation
- Convince others that change can move their organization in the right direction
- Experiment with new ideas and technologies to advance their agency.
Snow & Ice Control Workshop - 15 Years and Counting
May 23, 2016 10:00am ‐ May 23, 2016 11:00am
Identification: 10360
The Cornell Local Roads Program has a workshop on Snow and Ice Control for Local Officials. This session will discuss how the workshop was developed and how a strong workbook and training program can improve technology transfer and help all agencies improve their snow and ice control.
Learning Objectives:
Learning Objectives:
- Develop their own in-house training for snow and ice control
- Explain the components of a strong workshop
- Justify training all employees to improve snow and ice control
AVL 101: Crash Course in Automated Vehicle Location Systems
May 23, 2016 10:00am ‐ May 23, 2016 11:00am
Identification: 10465
Many agencies have invested significant time and resources finding the right AVL vendor. This session will provide the steps to initiate an AVL change, conduct an AVL pilot, complete an AVL analysis report, justify funding, select the best fit for your organization and implement an AVL system.
Learning Objectives:
Learning Objectives:
- Explore new feature in AVL and GPS telematics that may help agencies more efficiently manage staff and fleet.
- Assist their agencies in efficiently researching and presenting new technologies to agency leaders.
- Educate their agencies on the latest technologies available to monitor fleet and operations.
How Two Towns Survived and Recovered from a Devastating Winter Storm
May 23, 2016 10:00am ‐ May 23, 2016 11:00am
Identification: 10648
On October 29, 2011 the State of Connecticut received a massive and unprecedented winter storm that devastated many towns thought the State. The following account represents a summary of the storm preparation, snow removal, emergency operations, and cleanup efforts performed in two of the hardest hit towns of Simsbury and Avon from the standpoint of their Directors of Public Works.
Learning Objectives:
Learning Objectives:
- Prepare for emergency operations related to weather emergencies
- Administer a debris management operation following a natural disaster
- Recognize how a routine weather event can quickly turn into a life-threating event
Challenges of Winter Weather Forecasting Along the East Coast
May 23, 2016 10:00am ‐ May 23, 2016 11:00am
Identification: 10749
After a quick review of weather basics, attendees will learn proven weather forecasting techniques that are specific to East Coast communities. Determining snow gradients, blizzard timing and impacts, ice storm potential and the effects of high tide during snow events will be included.
Learning Objectives:
Learning Objectives:
- Explain the specific atmospheric parameters that create the unique East Coast Winter Weather results such as Nor' Easters, coastal blizzards and extremely sharp snow depth gradients.
- Integrate and match winter weather forecasts and impacts into an operational decision tree.
- Improve their department's time and resource management strategies by reviewing recent case studies
A Year in the Life of a Protected Bike Lane
May 23, 2016 1:00pm ‐ May 23, 2016 1:50pm
Identification: 10369
This session will look at a new, two-way protected bike lane installed on a busy arterial street near the University of Minnesota. It will follow the project from feasibility and design with community engagement, through construction by City forces, and into the first winter as maintenance crews work to provide high levels service.
Learning Objectives:
Learning Objectives:
- Examine strategies for on-street protected bike lane winter maintenance.
- Identify design and maintenance criteria used to inform the planning and implementation of on-street protected bike lanes.
- Create policy maker and public messaging for level of service goals and delivery.
The Automation of Snow Operations Paperwork with Web-Based Tools
May 23, 2016 1:00pm ‐ May 23, 2016 1:50pm
Identification: 10391
The Towns of Wakefield and Needham MA automated the processing of snow plow contractor tracking, invoicing and reporting with web-based tools with tremendous success. This session will review and summarize three full-seasons of real New England snow operations data and how web-based tools can impact documentation and data processing.
Learning Objectives:
Learning Objectives:
- Evaluate the impact of web-based software and hardware on snow operations.
- Prepare plow contractor invoices and municipal staff overtime summaries following a snow storm event.
- Assess the impact of software and field tablets on the efficiency of snow operations.
Make Your Community a Member of Your Team
May 23, 2016 1:00pm ‐ May 23, 2016 1:50pm
Identification: 10471
Does your community know your snow and ice removal operations? Without providing someone with an expectation of service, they are left to determine what they would like to see. By following this step-by-step plan, you can develop message and communication actions that your agency can do to improve interaction with the community.
Learning Objectives:
Learning Objectives:
- Develop a communication plan for their community.
- Advocate the need for the promotion of roadway maintenance.
- Encourage the proper and effective use of social media with public works.
RWIS Automated Advisory System
May 23, 2016 1:00pm ‐ May 23, 2016 1:50pm
Identification: 10242
Alberta Transportation has witnessed an increase in Motor Vehicle Accidents involving vehicles being blown-off the due to extreme cross-winds. To combat this issue, Alberta Transportation extended the Road Weather Information System (RWIS) with a means of automatically controlling Dynamic Message Signs (DMS). Covered in this presentation will be the design of the RAAS and the benefits the system.
Learning Objectives:
Learning Objectives:
- Assess whether a similar weather-related problem exists in the participant's local area
- Identify the challenges and moving parts of implementing an RWIS-driven DMS project
- Evaluate whether an RWIS-driven DMS sign would help solve a problem in the participant's local area
Snow and Ice Control - Equipment and Techniques
May 23, 2016 1:00pm ‐ May 23, 2016 1:50pm
Identification: 10263
This presentation will be an overview of the City of Dubuque's, snow and ice control operation. The presenter will cover the approach taken by the City for winter operations including planning, operations, equipment, and how new technologies including blending and AVL has been incorporated into their operation.
Learning Objectives:
Learning Objectives:
- Compare their agencies operations to another city operation.
- Acquire operational information concerning snow and ice control operations.
- Determine if anti-icing or the use of AVL or other new technology would be a helpful tool in their snow and ice control operation.