Nevada Local Technical Assistance Program

APWA Partner Showcase: Learn More with BuildWitt (Virtual)
2026-06-03 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
APWA is proud to partner with BuildWitt to deliver world-class training content through an innovative platform designed to support continuous, on-the-job learning. Tim Plath and Shane Mark, who serve as chair and vice chair of APWA’s Operations and Maintenance Subcommittee, will kick off this live virtual program by highlighting how BuildWitt’s training videos—focused on technical skills, leadership, and safety—can help organizations train and retain their operations and maintenance workforce.
Connor DeLaney, an account executive for BuildWitt, will then provide an overview of APWA’s partnership and the value BuildWitt brings to public works agencies during a walkthrough of the platform. The session will conclude with Josh Mallinger and Jeff Brooker from Eagan, Minnesota, sharing their real-world experience working with BuildWitt to support their organization’s workforce development. Join us to learn more about how BuildWitt can help your organization strengthen training programs as well as attract, develop, and retain top talent.
Proficiency Level
Introductory
Registration: Free for members and nonmembers
Instructions for joining the webinar will be emailed to you the day prior, and day of the event.
A recording of this program will be available through the APWA Resource Center 3-4 weeks following the live program.
LAST DAY TO REGISTER: 10:00 p.m. Pacific Time June 2, 2026

Partners for Automated Vehicle Education (PAVE): Lessons from Minnesota's Automated Vehicle (AV) Day at the Capitol (Virtual)
2026-06-03 11:00 - 12:00
Webinar: Lessons from Minnesota’s Automated Vehicle (AV) Day at the Capitol
Date: June 3, 2026
Time: 11:00 am to 12:00 pm PT
Cost: Free
Continuing Education Credits: Unknown
Organization: Partners for Automated Vehicle Education (PAVE)
As automated vehicle (AV) deployments expand across the country, community engagement and AV education are more important than ever. Public sector entities, including state departments of transportation, can play a critical role in helping communities better understand these emerging technologies and their potential impacts.

Association of Pedestrian and Bicycle Professionals (APBP): U.S. Federal Policy (Virtual)
2026-06-03 12:00 - 13:00
Webinar: U.S. Federal Policy
Date: June 3, 2026
Time: 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm PT
Cost: Free
Continuing Education Credits: Unknown
Organization: Association of Pedestrian and Bicycle Professionals (APBP)
Hear from Caron Whitaker of CLW Consulting, LLC, for a quarterly briefing on the latest developments in U.S. federal transportation policy and legislation.

NVLTAP ATSSA Flagger Training (Reno)
2026-06-04 08:00 - 12:00 | NVLTAP Office, Airport Plaza Office Bldg. 1755 E. Plumb Lane, Suite 264, Reno, 89502
Date: June 4, 2026
Time: 8:00am – 12:00pm PT
Location: Airport Plaza Office Building, 1755 E. Plumb Lane, #264, Reno, NV 89502
Course Summary:
Learn how to be a safe and effective flagger with our ATSSA Flagger Certification course. This workshop will cover why proper flagger operations are important, the skillset of a good flagger, standard flagger control references, and best practices for various situations.
This interactive workshop is taught through a combination of lecture, video, and group activities.
Learning Objectives:

Describe why practicing safe, standards-based flagging operations is important.
List the component parts and associate elements of standard flagging setups.
Recognize key elements of proper flagging signals and procedures.
Recall factors used for determining proper flagger station positioning.
Describe basic flagging techniques using one or more flaggers under various scenarios.
List effective flagger communication techniques for use between flaggers, with motorists, and other project workers.
Identify nighttime considerations, setup and removal, and use of flagging technology.

Intended Audience:
This course is intended for anyone interested in becoming a certified road flagger. ATSSA is a recognized flagger certification in the state of Nevada and valid for all NDOT projects.
Participants DO NOT need to employed by a public agency or a unionized company to take this course.
NOTE: ATSSA Certification cards are good for 4-years & participants MUST be 18 years of age to participate. Upon enrollment, a copy of the participant’s valid driver’s license or state ID will be required.

American Trails: Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Safety Week - Promoting Responsible Recreation Through Free Training, Tools, and Safety Messaging (Virtual)
2026-06-04 10:00 - 11:00
Webinar: Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Safety Week – Promoting Responsible Recreation Through Free Training, Tools, and Safety Messaging
Date: June 4, 2026
Time: 10:00 am to 11:00 am PT
Cost: Free
Continuing Education Credits: 1 CM/CES credit
Organization: American Trails
OHV Safety Week takes place June 13-21, with training sites across the country offering free ATV safety classes. Join us to learn how riders, families, and community partners can access free training opportunities and use industry-developed tools and resources to help promote safe, responsible OHV recreation. We’ll also highlight this year’s key safety messages, including proper riding gear, buckling up in ROVs, and respecting trails and land-use rules.

Arkansas LTAP: Asphalt Pavement Design for Local Agencies (Virtual)
2026-06-04 11:30 - 13:30
Course Description:
Does pavement thickness really affect the longevity of a pavement in a local setting? Absolutely! In this 2-hour webinar, you will learn the primary considerations for determining necessary pavement thickness so that the structure will adequately support traffic for years to come. PDHs available.
Who should attend?
County Judges, Mayors, planners, supervisors, decision makers

Engineering Workforce Consortium Webinar: Aligning Engineering and Public Works (Virtual)
2026-06-09 09:00 - 10:00
Current workforce challenges require an “all hands on deck” approach to solutions, which includes reviewing the education of future engineers and public works professionals. Do current engineering and technology undergraduate courses provide the skills and knowledge needed for the industry? How can industry leaders help support university programs in providing the best education for successful careers? Learn how some of the most innovative engineering programs in the United States are providing educational experiences that emphasize communication, teamwork, and innovation under current accreditation requirements, and how industry leaders are assisting these programs.
Learning objectives:

Examine how engineering and public works course curriculums can be aligned with evolving industry needs by integrating competencies such as communication, teamwork, and innovation—while also exploring how microcredentialing can verify and signal these skills to employers.
Identify the role of industry and public works leaders in strengthening university engineering programs through collaboration, experiential learning opportunities, and support for innovative curriculum pathways that validate specialized, workforce relevant skills.
Evaluate successful models of innovative engineering and public works education programs that incorporate microcredentials to document student mastery of emerging technical and professional skills, all while maintaining compliance with current accreditation requirements.

Instructions for joining the webinar will be emailed to you the day prior, and day of the event.
If you have questions, please contact (800) 848-2792 or education@apwa.org .

Last day to register is 10:00 p.m. PT on June 5, 2026.

Arkansas LTAP: Asphalt Maintenance Treatment Options (Virtual)
2026-06-09 11:30 - 13:30
Course Description:
Deteriorated asphalt pavements are often repaired using traditional methods such as a hot mix asphalt overlay, but that gets expensive! This 2-hour webinar will provide an overview of alternative surface treatments that can lengthen the life of the pavement structure, including chip seals, fog seals, thin overlays, hybrid chip seals, microsurfacing, and ultra-thin bonded wearing courses. PDHs available.
Who should attend?
Supervisors, decision makers, crew leaders/members, inspectors

APWA Building Resilient Communities: How Public Works Mutual Aid Networks Support Emergency Operations (Virtual)
2026-06-11 08:00 - 09:30
Mutual aid networks are a cornerstone of effective emergency management for public works agencies, enabling communities to respond more efficiently and recover more quickly from disasters. Our presenters will examine three established public works mutual aid models: CoWARN (Colorado’s Water/Wastewater Agency Response Network), IPWMAN (Illinois Public Works Mutual Aid Network), and the Massachusetts Highway Association. This live virtual program will provide a comparative overview of how each network is structured, activated, and used during emergencies.
Participants will gain practical insight into how these networks facilitate resource sharing, support legal and financial considerations such as liability protection and cost reimbursement, and enhance coordination among local, regional, and state partners. The session will also explore how public works mutual aid integrates with emergency operations before, during, and after incidents, helping agencies build resilience and strengthen operational readiness.
Proficiency Level: Applied
This program offers 0.1 CEU credits for the one-hour presentation portion of the program. The final half hour discussion in the lounge area is optional.
Registration: Free for members; $99 for nonmembers
Instructions for joining the webinar will be emailed to you the day prior, and day of the event.
A recording of this program will be available through the APWA Resource Center 3-4 weeks following the live program.
Click, Listen and Learn Contact Information Questions: (800) 848-2792, education@apwa.org
LAST DAY TO REGISTER: 10:00 p.m. Pacific Time June 10, 2026

Federal Highway Administration (FHWA): Horizontal-Curve Data Collection for Nationwide Interstate Highway (Virtual)
2026-06-11 10:00 - 11:30
Webinar: Horizontal-Curve Data Collection for Nationwide Interstate Highway
Date: June 11, 2026
Time: 10:00 am to 11:30 am PT
Cost: Free
Continuing Education Credits: Unknown
Organization: Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
The FHWA Geometric Design Laboratory (GDL) at the Turner-Fairbank Highway Research Center (TFHRC) is hosting a technical webinar to share the methodology and findings of a large-scale data initiative. This webinar presents the application of automated techniques to the 2023 HPMS/ARNOLD GIS LRS roadway network to collect comprehensive horizontal-curve data for the entire Interstate Highway System across all 50 States.

Transportation Research Board (TRB): Can Rural Microtransit Work? (Virtual)
2026-06-15 09:00 - 10:00
Webinar: Can Rural Microtransit Work?
Date: June 15, 2026
Time: 9:00 am to 10:00 am PT
Cost: Free
Continuing Education Credits: 1 CM credit
Organization: Transportation Research Board (TRB)
Rural providers face the inherent challenge of covering large service areas with low population densities, long distances to meet basic needs, and isolated pockets of poverty. As suburban microtransit has proliferated across the U.S. and been positively received by riders, rural providers are considering whether microtransit is a solution that could work for them. TRB will host a webinar on Monday, June 15, 2026 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM Eastern that will share the findings from TCRP Synthesis 178: Microtransit Solutions in Rural Communities: On-Demand Alternatives to Dial-a-Ride Services and Unproductive Coverage Routes. Presenters will share an overview of the state-of-the-practice in rural microtransit, in-depth case studies, and overarching lessons and themes seen across several case studies.

AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety: Micromobility and Traffic Safety (Virtual)
2026-06-16 11:00 - 12:00
Webinar: Micromobility and Traffic Safety
Date: June 16, 2026
Time: 11:00 am to 11:45 am PT
Cost: Free
Continuing Education Credits: Unknown
Organization: AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety
Researchers Dr. Chris Cherry (University of Tennessee, Knoxville) and Dr. John MacArthur (Portland State University) will present key findings and practical policy recommendations from the AAA Foundation’s latest research on micromobility and traffic safety.

Minnesota Department of Transportation: Rural Intersections Safety Countermeasures (Virtual)
2026-06-17 08:00 - 10:00
Webinar: Rural Intersections Safety Countermeasures
Date: June 17, 2026
Time: 8:00 am to 10:00 am PT
Cost: Free
Continuing Education Credits: Unknown
Organization: Minnesota Department of Transportation
In response to feedback from attendees of the 2024-2025 Local Road Traffic Safety workshops, hosted by Minnesota Department of Transportation State Aid and the Office of Traffic Engineering, this webinar will be one part of a planned series of sessions designed to share practical insights and proven strategies to improve traffic safety across Minnesota and beyond.
This session will highlight effective countermeasures, design considerations, and operational improvements aimed at reducing crashes and improving safety at rural intersections. Addressing the unique risks and challenges present on our rural roads is a critical to building a Safe System.

Rails to Trails Conservancy (RTC): Celebrating Safety Month - How Trail are Making Active Transportation Networks Safer (Virtual)
2026-06-17 11:00 - 12:00
Webinar: Celebrating Safety Month – How Trail are Making Active Transportation Networks Safer
Date: June 17, 2026
Time: 11:00 am to 12:00 pm PT
Cost: Free
Continuing Education Credits: 1 CM Credit
Organization: Rails to Trails Conservancy (RTC)
Join RTC in June for National Safety Month to learn the important role connected trail networks play in advancing safe outcomes for all road users. During this session, attendees will hear from communities across the country that are prioritizing trail infrastructure to address safety concerns in their larger transportation networks.

NVLTAP: Sign Maintenance Management (Virtual)
2026-06-24 08:00 - 10:30
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.

Nevada LTAP: Pothole Patching and Repair (Virtual)
2026-07-08 13:00 - 15:30
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.

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

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
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
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.
