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ITS America welcomes 9 new members ITS America Share     ITS America has welcomed nine new companies and organizations from around the country since June 1. Our new members include: Carr and Duff; Cogenia Partners; the City of Gainesville; High Sierra Electronics, Inc.; Jacobs Engineering; the City of Pharr; Tennessee Department of Transportation; Texas Southern University; and the University of Florida. More
Smart Solution Spotlight: LifeSpan's sensor technologies provide precise information on bridge infrastructure conditions ITS America Share
ITS America presented a Smart Solution Spotlight award to Alpharetta, Ga.–based LifeSpan Technologies for pioneering structural monitoring technology that provides state and local agencies with precise, objective information about the structural condition of bridges– information that could be used to evaluate and monitor tens of thousands of structurally deficient bridges across the country. "Today's economic reality is that most state and local governments have far too many infrastructure needs and too little money to keep up with increasing demands on our transportation system," said Scott Belcher, president and CEO of ITS America. More
DOT hosts listening session on the future of federal transportation funding ITS America Share
On July 16, ITS America participated in a listening session hosted by the U.S. Department of Transportation entitled Innovative Finance for Surface Transportation. The U.S. DOT held the session in order to hear input from the capital market participants regarding their current credit and loan assistance programs, such as the Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act and Railroad Rehabilitation & Improvement Financing, as well as the proposed I-FUND, also known as the National Infrastructure Bank proposed by President Obama as part of his 2011 budget. This proposed National Infrastructure Bank would have a budget of $4 billion that would be available for various transportation projects, from roadways, to transit, to railroad. The DOT is seeking to streamline the process for getting approved for and acquiring loans for projects that would advance transportation in the United States. For more information go to www.fhwa.dot.gov/ipd. ITS Japan News: IT Strategic Headquarters outlines road map for a "new IT Strategy" ITS Japan Share
The IT Strategic Headquarters, headed by the Prime Minister, released a plan with a specific work schedule for implementation of each policy related to the "new IT Strategy" on June 22. It shows clear targets and lists related ministries in charge of each policy with short and long-term objectives. More Mark your calendar for the 2010 ITS Tri-Chapter Information Exchange Summit in Gettysburg, Pa. ITS Pennsylvania Share
The 2010 ITS Tri-Chapter Information Exchange Summit will be held in Gettysburg, Pa., on Aug. 18 and 19. The meeting will include a Systems Engineering Workshop on Wednesday sponsored by FHWA. Wednesday evening will feature a Networking Happy Hour and Social Event at the Appalachian Brewing Company in Gettysburg. This is sure to be great event! Register by Aug. 6. Questions regarding the Annual Meeting can be directed to the Annual Meeting Chair, Karen Jehanian at kjehanian@kmjinc.com. All Exhibitor questions can be directed to Kevin Francis at kfrancis@mhcorbininc.com. More
Mobile mapping while driving: Is it risky? CNN Share
Texting while driving is not just dumb — it's also an equal-opportunity mistake. According to a new survey by Telenav (a major provider of mobile GPS services), nearly 25 percent of both male and female respondents reported sending at least one text message while driving per week. But what about mobile maps? More
Expand investment in infrastructure Politico Share
Infrastructure is the least sexy word in the English language. Yet it's one of the most important. Finding common ground between Republicans and Democrats is increasingly difficult. But one thing that most Americans — and politicians of all persuasions — can agree on is that infrastructure is vital to our economy and quality of life. More Battle brewing over emissions standards The Hill Share
A powerhouse battle between auto, oil and other major industries is brewing over a low-carbon requirement for fuels. The push could add complications for Democratic leaders in an already challenging Senate climate and energy debate. More Chicago draws up plan to prosper in 2040 The New York Times Share
As the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning sees it, Chicago in 2040 will no longer be battling its suburban neighbors for growth and prosperity opportunities. Another concern is a new transportation hub incorporating Union Station. Instead, the city will be part of a super-region competing with areas like China and Brazil. Two million more people will probably be crammed into the area, and Chicago may be served by a new, huge transportation hub with high-speed trains and other new transportation ideas. More Metro seeks to ease congestion on busy bus routes, saving time and millions The Washington Post Share
Some of the busiest Metrobus routes are also among the slowest. Thousands of riders who leave their cars at home wind up getting stuck in the same traffic as drivers, and the transit authority winds up throwing more and more buses onto those lines to normalize the schedule. More 'Intelligent' signals could ease traffic congestion Florida Today Share
Rumbling rows of rush-hour drivers have to stop, wait, stop and wait — at one traffic signal after another — along State Road 520 in Cocoa-Merritt Island and on Palm Bay Road, wasting fuel every weekday. However, bolstered by Melbourne's successful "intelligent transportation system," Brevard County officials are debating where to install $5.2 million of additional computer-synchronized traffic signals. More Pioneering software cuts European train delays BBC Share
Germany, the Netherlands and Switzerland are enhancing their reputation for punctual trains with new computer software to manage schedules, the European Commission says. More Troy, NY, lauded for signal improvements Times Union Share
Troy, N.Y.'s improvement of downtown traffic signals has won two awards. Mayor Harry Tutunjian said the second phase of the Troy's $3 million Intelligent Transportation System Signal Improvements was saluted as one of four "Outstanding Intelligent Transportation Systems Project of the Year." More Nevada Department of Transportation Prequalification/On-Call solicitation notice Nevada Department of Transportation Share
The Nevada Department of Transportation is requesting Prequalification submittals from firms for the 2011-2012 Prequal and On-Call Programs. For the purpose of soliciting proposals in accordance with 23CFR172, entitled "Administration of Related Service Contracts," the NDOT maintains lists of responsible prequalified firms that possess the ability to successfully perform needed services. More |
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