Sign Retroreflectivity Training
The  Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD)  states minimum levels for traffic sign retroreflectivity that must be maintained by all agencies and organizations with roadways open to the public, including parks and private roads. Agencies had until June 2014 to establish and implement a sign assessment or management method to maintain minimum levels of sign retroreflectivity. If you have not established a plan, this course will demonstrate each method for you to determine the best method for your community.  

For traffic signs to be effective in providing important information to drivers, agencies should implement a sign maintenance program that addresses the MUTCD minimum requirements.  Agencies' schedules for replacing signs are based on resources and relative priorities rather than specific compliance dates. This workshop will describe methods available for local governments to choose what is best to be in compliance. This course is designed for road supervisors, public works directors and crews to perform sign retroreflectivity inspection using the approved methods by the FHWA.  

Dates
May 11 - Cumberland Valley Area Development District, London
June 8 - Four Points by Sheraton, Lexington

Cost
$85 for local government agencies
$95 for all other agencies

Space is limited so advanced registration is required.  

For additional information, or to register online, click here.  

Upcoming Workshops
April
14 - Grade and Drain Level II in Falls of Rough
14 - KEPSC for Roadway Inspectors in Mt. Olivet
21 - Risk Management/Tort Liability in Lexington
26 - Developing Leadership Skills in Lexington
27 - Managing People II in Lexington


Additional classes are listed on the Event Calendar online.
For a complete list of workshops, conferences and trainings, 
and  to check availability, click here .  
Governor Bevin Announces Appointment of 
Greg Thomas as Secretary of the 
Transportation Cabinet
Governor Matt Bevin announced on Tuesday, April 12, the appointment of Greg Thomas as Secretary of the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet.  Thomas was appointed Deputy Secretary in February 2016 and has been serving as Acting Secretary since March 2016.

For additional information or a copy of the full press release, visit here.  
April 11-15, 2016
Spring Rain and Drainage Maintenance
Hidden outlet pipe.
Drainage systems that remove storm water run-off from streets and highways are an integral feature of a safe system.  Maintaining these systems and keeping them clean is especially important this time of the year.

Vegetative growth around the outlets, rodent's nests, mowing clippings, and sediment collecting on screens are common maintenance problems.  Edgedrain outlets and pipe systems should be inspected at least once a year to determine their condition.  Flushing the system is important in the maintenance plan and should be done on a routine schedule.  It is important to mow around the outlet pipes on a regular basis to keep vegetative build up to a minimum as well. 

Additional information about maintaining drainage can be found in the Maintenance of Drainage Features for Safety booklet which is available online through the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA-SA-09-024). 

FHWA Maintenance of Highway Edge Drains is also a good resource and is available here.  
On-Demand Training is an Option
 
The Technology Transfer Program (T2) offers a variety of training throughout the year across Kentucky.  For those agencies who have multiple employees to train and a limited budget, on-demand training may be a good option.  

On-demand trainings are presented to provide low-cost training to agencies.  The Technology Transfer Program supplies the training materials and the instructor.  The agency provides the participants, meeting room, AV equipment and on-site staff assistance.  

On-demand training is available for most of the T2 courses including Roads Scholar and Road Master classes, Basic Work Zone and Flagger training, and Work Zone Technician and Supervisor training.  

For additional information on on-demand training or to set-up a training date, contact us at 800-432-0719.
Michele Adams Memorial Scholarship
The Michelle Adams Memorial Scholarship was established in 2011 by Mark and Laurie Adams in memory of their daughter. Michelle lost her life in a vehicle crash resulting from dangerous winter road conditions. We were blessed to work with Michelle as a University of Kentucky student and as a staff member.

To be eligible for the scholarship, one must be an incoming freshman enrolled full time at the University of Kentucky; be the son or daughter of either an attendee of the Technology Transfer's Snow & Ice Removal Course or any public works employee in the state of Kentucky; and demonstrate financial need.

Application Deadline: June 30, 2016

For additional information about the scholarship, visit www.kyt2.com.  

Technology Transfer Program | Kentucky Transportation Center | 800-432-0719 | www.kyt2.com
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