New CALTAP Training Course

Intro to GIS for Local Public Agencies

August 3, 2023, 8:30am – 12:30pm PT

CALTAP is hosting an online Geographic Information Systems (GIS) training class that introduces basic concepts, tools, and applications needed to begin creating useful, informative, and data-rich online maps.

Designed as a skill path for the non-GIS professional, this course offers examples of how this technology is being used within state/municipal DOTs and how having a fundamental understanding can improve your ability to collaborate with GIS team members, consultants, or departments.

Learning objectives for this 4-hour course include:

• Understanding basic GIS concepts and applications
• Understanding the use/value of GIS in local agency operations
• Attaining basic GIS competencies without a technical background
• Accessing available GIS resources to build a data-rich web map
• How to identify, tag, and collect asset location data

Due to the hands-on interactive nature of this course,

class size is capped at 40 students. Register ASAP to secure a spot!

** LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER **

Emergency Relief Time Extension Webinar

July 13, 2023, 9:00 – 10:30am PT

ER projects require Construction Authorization (E76 CON) within two Federal Fiscal Years (FFYs) after the FFY the disaster event began. 

To help clarify ER project regs, the Caltrans Division of Local Assistance (DLA) & FHWA are highlighting these important requirements—including how to complete an ER Time Extension Request Form—in this free webinar.

Agencies with active ER projects from FFY 2021

or earlier are encouraged to attend!

Join these experts on July 13th:

• Peter Pangilinan, Transportation Engineer, FHWA California Division
• Bob Baca, ER Program Manager, Caltrans Office of Federal Programs

Register now to attend

TPCB Peer Exchange Program

August 9, 2023, 10:00 – 11:00am PT

The FHWA's Office of Planning is hosting a free webinar on the Transportation Planning Capacity Building (TPCB) Peer Exchange Program, a free resource for agencies in need of transportation planning assistance.

Participants will learn about the available program resources, peer exchange formats, benefits to participants, transportation related topics of interest, examples of recent peer exchanges, application process, and additional support available to participating government agencies.

Gloria Jeff, Livability Director at Minnesota DOT will also share her experience with the Transportation Equity virtual peer exchange held in March 2022.

Register now to attend this important webinar!



Notice of Funding Opportunity

Reconnecting Communities & Neighborhoods

The USDOT has released a joint NOFO providing access to more than $3.3B in funding for the Reconnecting Communities Pilot (RCP) and Neighborhood Access & Equity (NAE) programs, combining two major discretionary grants into this one opportunity. Together, this combined program will be known as the Reconnecting Communities & Neighborhoods (RCN) Program.

Available funding includes:

• $198 million for the RCP Program which includes:
• $148 million for Capital Construction Grant funds
• $50 million for Community Planning Grants
• $135 million to Community Planning Grants

• $3.155 billion for the NAE Program which includes:
• $2.57 billion to Capital Construction Grants
• $450 million to Regional Partnerships Challenge Grants

The RCP Program will be hosting five webinars throughout July and August to provide more information on the program and the application process.

The deadline for applications is 11:59pm ET, September 28th, 2023. 

Applicants can find the RCN NOFO, FAQ, and other helpful resources here. 

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