Nevada Local Technical Assistance Program

PeopleforBikes: 12 Years of the Better Bike Share Partnership - Increasing Participation in Bicycling Through Bike Share (Virtual)
2026-06-30 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | NV
Webinar: 12 Years of the Better Bike Share Partnership – Increasing Participation in Bicycling Through Bike Share
Date: June 30, 2026
Time: 11:00 am to 12:00 pm PT
Cost: Free
Continuing Education Credits: Unknown
Organization: PeopleforBikes
For the past decade, the Better Bike Share Partnership has demonstrated how bike share and micromobility helps more people ride bikes more often. Join this inspirational webinar to learn how BBSP’s community-centered strategies, policy work, and sustained partnerships increased participation while positioning bike share as a gateway to everyday bicycling in underserved communities. Designed for advocates and bike industry leaders alike, this session offers actionable lessons on the role of bike share and grassroots community engagement in growing participation, strengthening communities, and creating lasting impact.

Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE): Strategies for Traffic Speed Control (Virtual)
2026-06-30 11:00 - 12:00 | NV
Webinar: Strategies for Traffic Speed Control
Date: June 30, 2026
Time: 11:00 am to 12:00 pm PT
Cost: Free members/$79 non-members
Continuing Education Credits: 1 PDH/CM credit
Organization: Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE)
Traffic speeds have been shown to be a major contributing factor in the severity of crashes, especially in relation to pedestrian and non-motorized crashes. With the addition of post-covid traffic patterns, compliance to safely regulated speeds has never been more important (or difficult to improve). Agencies have been resorting to more creative options to ensure motorists are travelling at safe speeds through their communities, which this webinar will showcase. The webinar intends to show varying speed control techniques from the softer, more psychologically based side of things (like dynamic feedback signage and signal optimization for slower speeds) to physical improvements to ensure safer speeds (speed bumps, traffic circles, and other quick-build methodologies). These systems all have various uses across land use systems, from urban to rural settings, and this webinar will delve into those various types as well as their effectiveness in those types. Participants should come away from this webinar with techniques (and some research to back them up) regarding what might work for their own transportation system. Additionally, appropriate usage of dynamic speed feedback signs in accordance with the 11th MUTCD edition will be discussed.

National Operations Center of Excellence (NOCoE): Road Weather Spotlight Series (Virtual)
2026-07-01 10:00 - 11:30 | NV
Webinar: Road Weather Spotlight Series
Date: July 1, 2026
Time: 10:00 am to 11:30 am PT
Cost: Free
Continuing Education Credits: 1.5 PDH credits
Organization: National Operations Center of Excellence (NOCoE)

The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration’s (FHWA’s) Office of Operations is collaborating with the National Operations Center of Excellence (NOCoE) to host a bimonthly webinar series on road weather management (RWM). These webinars, called the Road Weather Spotlight Series, align with the mission of the FHWA RWM Program to inform stakeholders and improve highway road weather operations.

Asphalt Pavement Alliance (APA): High Value with Low Risk: Implementing HP Binders in HiMod Mixes (Virtual)
2026-07-07 11:00 - 13:00 | NV
Join the Asphalt Pavement Alliance for an upcoming webinar on Tuesday, July 7, at 2:00 PM ET (11:00am PT) for an informative webinar, Implementing HP Binders in HiMod Mixes, presented by APA Technical Director, Buzz Powell.
Description
High polymer (HP) binder and highly modified (HiMod) asphalt mix are proven innovations that can provide unbeatable life cycle value when implemented properly. Confusion in terminology, regional differences between PG (M 320) and MSCR (M 332) binder specifications, and difficulty in capturing value through pavement thickness design (M-E versus layer coefficients) can all be barriers to implementation. The goal of this webinar is to equip practitioners to bid and build successful projects using HP binder and HiMod asphalt mix.
Learning Objectives

Define essential terms/requirements necessary for HP binder and HiMod asphalt mix implementation.
Identify/address challenges and opportunities in designing, specifying, and utilizing HP binder and HiMod asphalt mix.
Transfer knowledge and skills to ensure successful deployment of HP binder and HiMod asphalt mix.

Don’t miss the opportunity to hear from Buzz Powell, APA Technical Director.
High Value with Low Risk:
Implementing HP Binders in HiMod Mixes
🗓️ Tuesday, July 7, 2026
⏰ 2:00 PM ET
Cost: Free

Nevada LTAP: Pothole Patching and Repair (Virtual)
2026-07-08 13:00 - 15:30 | NV
Using proper patching and repair techniques can improve structural integrity and restore rideability for pavements experiencing local failures.
This virtual 2.5-hour training compares partial- and full-depth repair techniques and the materials used to implement them. By the end of the training, you will be able to:

Describe the types of distresses best addressed by each treatment.
Describe recommended materials and mixtures for each treatment.
Describe recommended construction procedures and key quality control activities for each treatment.

Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA): From Toxicology to Policy - Addressing Impaired Driving (Virtual)
2026-07-09 10:00 - 11:30 | NV
Webinar: From Toxicology to Policy – Addressing Impaired Driving
Date: July 9, 2026
Time: 10:00 am to 11:30 am PT
Cost: Free
Continuing Education Credits: ABFT or ABC continuing education credit
Organization: Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA)

This webinar will explore the evolving landscape of drug-impaired driving through a data-driven and policy-focused lens. Drawing on recent research supported by funding from Responsibility.org and GHSA, it will highlight emerging trends in impaired driving identified through comprehensive toxicology analyses.

NVLTAP NDOT Traffic Control Technician (Elko)
2026-07-14 07:00 - 15:30, 2026-07-15 07:00 - 15:30, 2026-07-16 07:00 - 15:30 | NDOT Elko, 1951 Idaho St, Building T, Elko, NV, 89801, United States
Course Summary:

Everyone involved in a construction work zone project should have a basic knowledge of temporary traffic control that allows them to assist in installing traffic control devices, monitoring their performance, and recognizing deficiencies during the course of a project. The Traffic Control Technician (TCT) course is an introduction to temporary traffic control in work zones for individuals who work in the field installing and removing traffic control devices. The course provides concepts, techniques, and practice exercises in the installation and maintenance of traffic control devices.

Learning Objectives:

At the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Recognize Basic Temporary Traffic Control (TTC) standards/guidelines applicable in highway work zones

Identify workable concepts, techniques and practices in the installation and maintenance of TTC devices

Produce safer TTC areas for workers, motorists, bicyclists, and pedestrians

Intended Audience:

This course is intended for individuals who work in the field installing and removing traffic control devices. This includes maintenance and construction crews, engineers, work zone crews, utility operators, and anyone who performs duties in or around TTC work zones.

NVLTAP: Sign Maintenance Management (Virtual)
2026-07-14 08:00 - 10:30 | NV
This 2.5-hour virtual training teaches participants how to implement a successful sign program at the local level. The training uses practical exercises and resources, such as the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and state guidelines, to provide a firm foundation in the purpose and requirements for sign usage, installation, and maintenance.
By the end of the training session, participants will be able to:

Describe the role, features, and urgency of repair for four sign types.
Explain state and local requirements for choosing sign materials including face sheeting, backing, and supports.
Apply MUTCD guidance as well as Nevada Standard Plans and Specifications to selected scenarios.
Describe the six elements of a sign management system.

The course follows the structure of FHWA Maintenance of Signs and Sign Supports: A Guide for Local Highway and Street Maintenance Personnel.

Federal Highway Administration (FHWA): Nighttime Visibility for Safety - Lighting Ask An Expert (Virtual)
2026-07-14 11:00 - 12:00 | NV
Webinar: Nighttime Visibility for Safety – Lighting Ask An Expert
Date: July 14, 2026
Time: 11:00 am to 12:00 pm PT
Cost: Free
Continuing Education Credits: Unknown
Organization: Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
This webinar will provide an opportunity to ask lighting related questions to a panel of experts. Panel to consist of Ron Gibbons PhD, FIES of the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute; Don McLean P.L. Eng, FIES of DMD Engineering; and Paul Lutkevich PE, FIES of WSP.
Topics covered will be solicited from attendees and may include:

Design criteria, Light Level, Uniformity
Design approaches
Impact of Lighting on Humans and the Environment
Lighting and Safety
Lighting Updates LED vs HPS
System Service Life
Impact of Light Source Spectrum

Safe Routes Partnership: Safe Routes to Libraries (Virtual)
2026-07-14 12:00 - 13:00 | NV
Webinar: Safe Routes to Libraries
Date: July 14, 2026
Time: 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm PT
Cost: Free
Continuing Education Credits: Unknown
Organization: Safe Routes Partnership
Join Safe Route Partnership for their new Safe Routes to Libraries Virtual Learning Series presented by the Safe Routes Partnership and the Urban Libraries Council! This series shares best practices and inspiring ideas for increasing safety and access to public libraries. You will learn practical strategies for implementing Safe Routes activities, explore innovative data tools, and connect with library staff and Safe Routes practitioners from across the country. If you have been waiting for updates on Safe Routes to Libraries, this is the place to be!
The first session will feature Taylor Arnold, Makerspace Librarian from Billings Public Library. Taylor will share how he blends creativity and DIY activities to promote community bike safety Read more about Taylor’s work in the Urban Libraries Council’s Safe Routes to Libraries Impact Brief.

NLTAPA National Conference
2026-07-19 08:00 - 2026-07-23 17:00 | NV

APWA Accreditation Open Forum: “Self-Assess or Apply? Finding Your Starting Point” (Virtual)
2026-07-21 08:00 - 09:00 | NV
Self-assessment is often described as the first step in the accreditation process, but many agencies still ask, where do we actually begin? Should you apply first, or start working through self-assessment first? What does a strong start look like? This Open Forum will explore how self-assessment fits into the overall accreditation journey and discuss the connection between preparing internally and formally applying. Whether your agency is just exploring accreditation or has been considering it for some time, this session is designed to help you think through those early decisions.
Join experienced panelists as they share how their agencies approached self-assessment. You will hear how they organized their teams and built internal understanding. Panelists will also talk through timelines, early expectations, and some of the challenges they encountered along the way. They will share what worked for their agencies and what they learned early in the process, so you can consider what might work best for yours.
Registration: Free for members and nonmembers
Proficiency Level: Introductory

APWA Resilient by Design (Virtual)
2026-07-23 08:00 - 09:30 | NV
Public works professionals and engineers are navigating a new era of challenges as they plan, design, and maintain infrastructure that must perform under severe and increasingly unpredictable climate conditions. This live virtual program addresses how collaborative approaches, innovative designs, and data-driven analysis can elevate infrastructure resilience and long-term performance. Through compelling real-world case studies, participants will explore how severe weather and changing climate trends affected infrastructure systems and how agencies have adapted their design and construction approaches in response. These examples highlight practical lessons learned, design modifications, and construction decisions that address infrastructure degradation and improve future operations.
At the end of this session, participants will be able to:

Identify key questions and decision-making frameworks that support resilient planning and design in response to severe and variable weather conditions.
Evaluate resilient and sustainable design considerations, emerging construction practices, and technologies that address weather-related risks.
Apply data-driven design and construction strategies to improve infrastructure durability and performance under changing weather conditions.

Registration: Free for members; $99 for nonmembers

APWA Subsurface Utility Engineering Essentials for Public Works: Smarter Utility Investigations (Virtual)
2026-08-06 08:00 - 09:30 | NV
Subsurface utility engineering (SUE) is an engineering practice that focuses on mapping and documenting existing utility facilities to reduce risks during the project delivery process.
This live virtual session will provide an overview of the agreed-upon principles and procedures for conducting utility investigations. It is critical to begin collecting existing utility data in the initial stages of project development. This approach facilitates a thorough utility conflict analysis and identifies strategies that maximize benefits. Using data collected, prioritize avoiding or protecting existing utility infrastructure, or when necessary, relocations. We will also review industry guidelines from the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), including the updated ASCE/UESI/CI 38-22.
After completing this course, participants will be better able to:

Explain how utility investigations (SUE) can be integrated into project delivery.
Describe the four quality levels and utility investigation methods.
Describe how SUE can help to reduce project risks of delay and unanticipated costs.

Registration: Free for members; $99 for nonmembers

WV LTAP: Presenting 101 Webinar: The Art of Effective Face-to-Face & Virtual Presentations (Virtual)
2026-08-11 07:00 - 08:30 | NV
August 11, 2026
7:00 AM – 8:30 AM PT
Creating and delivering presentations is a necessary skill for many in public works, whether presenting to elected officials, residents, or colleagues. This 90-minute session will provide attendees with general best practices to improve presentation and communication skills.
Click here to register.

NVLTAP – Gravel Roads: Shape, Materials, Maintenance, & Challenges (Reno)
2026-08-12 08:00 - 14:00 | Aloft, 2015 Terminal Way, Reno, NV, 89502, United States
Course Summary:
This course provides participants with a practical understanding of the causes of gravel road distress and the corrective actions needed to maintain safe and durable roadways. The course focuses on the key factors that influence gravel road performance, including proper roadway shape and geometry, material quality and quantity, and effective roadway drainage.
Participants will explore both design and maintenance concepts that support long-term gravel road performance.
Topics include typical cross-section elements, drainage considerations specific to gravel roads, basic alignment and sight distance concepts, and appropriate roadway signing. Maintenance discussions will focus on motor grader operation, compaction, cross slope management, ditch and shoulder maintenance, gravel material specifications and quality, dust control and stabilization methods, and winter maintenance practices.
Through discussion and practical insights, participants will also learn how to “read the road” to identify maintenance needs and understand how material quality, material quantity, and roadway shape work together to create a well-performing gravel road system. By the end of the course, participants will have a stronger understanding of best practices for maintaining and improving gravel roads.
Intended Audience:
This course is intended for local elected leaders, local road managers, road supervisors, lead workers, and crew members that are involved in the work, planning and decision making for local gravel roads.
Prerequisites:
None

NVLTAP – Gravel Roads: Shape, Materials, Maintenance, & Challenges (Tonopah)
2026-08-13 08:00 - 14:00 | NYE Co. Board of Co. Commissioners, 101 Radar Road, Tonopah, 89049, United States

Public Works Expo (PWX)
2026-08-30 08:00 - 2026-09-02 17:00 | NV
PWX provides a first-class multi-modal learning experience designed for professionals at all levels and across the entire spectrum of public works. Come prepared to see, hear, touch, and discuss in a variety of traditional and interactive sessions, seminars, workshops, and networking opportunities.
Attendees can also spend time on North America’s largest exhibit floor for public works equipment and services—we’ve carved out generous portions of noncompete time, so you don’t miss any sessions. Kick tires, talk about technology, or get the scoop on new products.

NVLTAP: 1st Annual Transportation Peer Exchange (Virtual)
2026-09-23 09:00 - 16:30 | NV
Course Summary:
The Annual Transportation Peer Exchange brings together educators, industry leaders, researchers, and public-sector professionals dedicated to building and sustaining a strong, innovative safety culture.
In 2026, we’ll explore how collaboration, technology, and continuous learning can drive transportation safety initiatives. Safe Roads, Shared Knowledge: Transportation Peer Exchange highlights the partnerships and innovations that power safety from concept to practice — and keep safety culture in the forefront of transportation.
More details coming soon!

2027 TRB Annual Meeting
2027-01-10 08:00 - 2027-01-14 17:00 | Marriott Marquis Washington, DC, 901 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC, 20001, United States
2027 TRB Annual Meeting Patron sales are now open! Limited availability—secure your package today. New for 2027: exclusive tote bag and registration website packages. For more information contact Louis Helms at lhelms@nas.edu.
Convened by the Transportation Research Board (TRB), the 2027 TRB Annual Meeting will be held January 10–14, 2027, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center and Marriott Marquis in Washington, D.C.
Join thousands of transportation leaders, innovators, and decision-makers from around the globe for one of the industry’s most influential gatherings. From cutting-edge research to real-world solutions, the Annual Meeting delivers an unmatched program spanning every mode of transportation—designed to spark ideas, foster collaboration, and shape the future of mobility.
Engage in thought-provoking sessions and hands-on workshops tackling the most pressing challenges facing the field today. Whether you’re a policymaker, practitioner, researcher, or industry professional, this is where connections are made, insights are shared, and the next generation of transportation solutions takes shape.
