Dealing with Difficult People in the Workplace & Beyond (General Session) Dr. Stephen Odom
Although challenging, you can stay calm, respectful, hold boundaries and defuse conflict at the same time. This course will teach verbal de-escalation tools, how to look for the hidden need, and ways to understand personality profiles of the people in your life.
Take advantage of this time to drop by the exhibit booths and thank vendors and sponsors for participating in Idaho's 2023 Local Transportation Convention.
III-A Meet & Greet (Main Lobby)
III-A is a self-funded health trust that provides medical, dental, vision, and mental health benefits to Idaho public employees. Founded in 2011, the Trust was formed by several Idaho cities and an irrigation district and is ran by a Board of 13 Trustees from the pool.
WHY III-A?
- 24/7/365 Customer Service from a Live Staff Member (No Automation) - Medical Telehealth at No Cost - Comprehensive Mental Health Program - Wellness Programs - Health Coaching - Hearing Aid & Hearing Protection Coverage - $20,000 Life Insurance Policy - Retiree Coverage - On-site Wellness Screenings - Cost Savings Opportunities
Please join us for some delicious refreshments and fun give-a-ways!
Dinner on Your Own
Hospitality Suites • The Grove Hotel
Located on the 7th floor of the Grove Hotel: - 412 | Northwest Equipment Sales - 416 | GMCO Corporation - 418 | Utility Truck Equipment - 422 | Forsgren Associates, Inc. - 428 | John Deere - Coastline Equipment & Papé Machinery
Breakfast • Room 100 CDE
Sponsored by Paragon Consulting.
Lunch • Room 100 CDE
Sponsored by Forsgren Associates, Inc.
Bus to the Gala
Meet in the bus lane on Front St. to ride a bus from the Boise Centre to the Stueckle Sky Center for the Annual Gala. The bus will transport attendees at 4:30 p.m. and approx. 4:45 p.m.
Attendees may drive themselves and pay for parking in the lot - 1910 W. University Dr., Boise, ID 83706.
Annual Gala (Exclusive for Local Highway Jurisdictions)
Sponsored by HMH Engineering.
Enjoy a clean and interactive improv skit by Comedy Sportz during a served 3-course meal. Exclusive for Local Highway Jurisdictions.
Bus to the Boise Centre
Buses will transport members back to the Boise Centre at 7:30 & 8:00 p.m.
Wrangling Your Bridges, Developing a Bridge Program Karissa Nelson•Scott Wood
Karissa Nelson
Environmental Engineer at LHTAC
Scott Wood
Federal Aid Engineer at LHTAC
DMV CDL & Heavy Equipment Operator Training
Collaborative Discussion: Elected Officials Kevin Renfrow
Jenson Bridge GRS IBS Replacement, A Highway District Perspective on Self Performed Work Steven Yearsley•Justin Clapp
This presentation offers a comprehensive exploration of the engineering design alternatives analysis process for bridge projects, with a focus on aligning solutions with project site specifics and the unique perspectives of the client/owner. In conjunction with the client/owner, we will delve into the challenges faced during construction and the vital lessons learned. This case study will underscore the impact of tailored designs on longevity, resilience, and cost-efficiency. This presentation provides a holistic view, equipping engineers to make informed, client-centric decisions in bridge design.
Active Shooter Survival Through De-escalation & Action Chad Sarmento
This 1-hour course will provide students with principles and techniques that will help them better handle tense interactions with the angry members of the public, focusing on both their survival and effective communication to de-escalate the situation. Topics covered will include: - Four-step communication Personnel safety - Uninvolved bystanders Video recording devices - Mental illness factors Time vs need for action - Idaho Code reference firearms/self-protection
State Social Security Manager at Idaho Controller's Office
Project Planning: Respect for the Community Larry Rincover
Transparency, inclusivity, accountability and respect. Including property owners in the planning and design process early leads to more sustainable outcomes. A more participatory and socially responsible process in invaluable to a successful project objective.
How do Performance Enhancers & Corrosion Inhibitors Improve Traditional Chloride Deicers? Robert Greene
No longer a new or novel idea to reduce chlorides in the environment and improve safety on the highways, enhanced liquid deicers have become a staple of the deicing industry. From pre-treatment, residual enhancement, corrosion inhibition for both infrastructure and equipment, fuel savings and reduced labor costs, enhanced liquid deicers have helped many highway departments improve their level of service. How do these products continue to evolve, help improve highway safety, save money and protect the environment from excessive chloride use? How can these products help alleviate pressure from rising fuel costs and supply chain disruptions? This presentation will help answer those questions.
Executive Director of American Council of Engineering Companies of Idaho
Accelerated Precast Construction Trevor McDonald•Jason Allen
Portfolio of projects demonstrating examples of accelerated precast construction, including shortened construction window, less impact to road users, cold weather construction, and remote locations inconvenient to construction crews and ready mixed concrete delivery.
Trevor McDonald
Mountain States Director of American Concrete Pipe Association
Technical Resource Engineer at Oldcastle Infrastructure
Bridging the Generation Divide... & Jeopardy! Jason Allen
“Millennials are ruining America!” “Generation X is out of touch!” “Ok, Boomer!” Throughout history, every generation has believed that subsequent age groups are unworthy of carrying the torch, while the younger generation actively hopes the old folks will just get out of the way. With the technological boom of the early 2000s, never has this generational divide in the workplace been more noticeable than today. This presentation will examine the important role that two critical leadership qualities, empathy and perspective, play in our daily interactions with our colleagues. It will also consider the differences between the generations, why the divide seems so great, and what, if anything, we can do about it. (I recommend that you pay attention because there will be a “quiz” at the end...)
Technical Resource Engineer at Oldcastle Infrastructure
Roadway Data
Road Maintenance Equipment Don Edwin Irving•Dean Wood
Capital I Industries Inc began building road maintenance equipment in 1992. Starting with grader mount hydraulic system Sod Mulchers, followed by a pull-type version for tractors. The pull-type has its own independent hydraulic system. Another of the atachments available is the One-Way Snow Plow with quick atach lift groups for graders. The Capital I hook system for the lift groups is longer for both Cat and John Deere graders, reaching higher and lower than that made by Cat or John Deere. We are the first company to patent a Postless Snow wing, with a 30 or 56 inch bench. The Capital I Brush and Grass Mower is 6 ½ or 7 ½ feet wide and fits on Capital I wing brackets. The quick atach 9 and 10 foot dozer is a straight cutting edge dozer. The All Season U/V Dozer is a 2 edged dozer used for multifunctional purposes winter and summer. The 6-Way Dozer is a straight edge dozer. The Quick Atach Gravel Reclaimer fits the Capital I wing brackets and runs off the graders hydraulic system. All equipment can be found on Capital I’s website: www.capitali.ca.
Concrete pavement roundabouts are becoming a popular alternative to a conventional “cross” style intersection in the US. This presentation will explore why roundabouts are becoming so popular among transportation officials. Topics covered will include proper design and construction of concrete pavement intersections, with an emphasis on the best joint layout and design for long term performance. Finally, the costs of recent projects will be presented.
Collaborative Discussion: Road Crew Lucas McHargue
1. New CDL requirements • Higher Cost • Longer time to acquire 2. New residents on No Winter Maintenance Roads • Winter Maintenance • Routine Maintenance 3. Subdivisions • Building access roads (Ingress and Egress) • Routine maintenance (Grading and Plowing) 4. Crew pay raises and disputes • Young guy coming in with experience • Veteran who has got on the job training
History of Scrub Seals Evolution of Application Why Scrub ? When does it make sense? Common Specifications Scrub Box - Why was it developed ? Where can it help your network ? Where should you target this application?
Technical Marketing Director of Idaho Asphalt Supply
Have You Heard? Design Guidelines & Funding Updates for Public Agencies Molly Loucks
2023 has been a busy year of change in the transportation industry. Some of that change includes updates to and the final ruling of PROWAG and a new version of the NCHRP Roundabout Guide and more funding opportunities for agencies. This presentation will highlight the importance of the new design guidance and review the changes made in 2023. Additionally, we will cover how to implement new elements added to PROWAG and the Roundabout Guide and provide examples. Lastly, we will explore the new funding opportunities that are available to local agencies through the IIJA bill including rural agency specific programs. We will also provide tips for submitting your grant applications.
Molly Loucks
Transportation Project Manager at Burgess & Niple
Accelerated Bridge Abutments for Single-Span Bridges… Use Your Own Roadway Crews Stan Crawforth
Explore recent thinking and a developing standard-of-care relating to MSE abutments comprised of large block facing or welded wire facing for local road bridges. Pick your design life 75 years….100 years. Examine some facilitating layout, staging and detailing ideas. Look at how roadside walls can be incorporated into the wingwalls. See a nice way to bring the roadway approach into the MSE wall system. Discuss how the Owner can direct the management of proprietary facing products. Build about three sets of cost-effective MSE abutments for the cost of one standard DOT rigid concrete abutment. When is possible it to build both abutments in one week and install your bridge superstructure the next?
Use of Cold Mix Asphalt Roadway Rehabilitation in Eastern Oregon Gabe Burgess•Max Veneris
Presentation is use of cold mix asphalt technology with two previous projects completed for ODOT in eastern Oregon. This process requires reduced production costs and allows for greater placement windows and lower overall maintenance costs. The presentation will detail the process of use of cold mix including developing mix design, mixing, transport, placement and compaction. Presenting two projects performed for ODOT in 2022 and 2023 on US 20 east of Burns and OR 205 near Frenchglen. Will detail specifications and special considerations needed during construction.
