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New LAPM Form 3A – Project Authorization/Adjustment Request

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Caltrans Division of Local Assistance released Office Bulletin  DLA-OB 18-03 on November 29, 2018, introducing a new dynamic form, LAPM-3A, Project Authorization/Adjustment Request, to request authorizations and adjustments for federal-aid projects. Form LAPM-3A was created to streamline the request process and consolidate required forms into one dynamic form, and has been piloted with 85 project sponsors.  In … Read more New LAPM Form 3A – Project Authorization/Adjustment Request

Check Out FHWA’s New Guide to Improve Pedestrian Safety at Uncontrolled Crossings

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FHWA has published an updated “Guide for Improving Pedestrian Safety at Uncontrolled Crossing Locations” to help agencies choose countermeasures based on roadway characteristics and pedestrian safety issues. The guide includes information on the rectangular rapid-flashing beacon (RRFB) countermeasure. RRFBs are active (user-actuated) or passive (automated detection) amber light-emitting diodes that use an irregular flash pattern … Read more Check Out FHWA’s New Guide to Improve Pedestrian Safety at Uncontrolled Crossings

SB1 Webinar and New In-Person Workshops

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Caltrans Division of Local Assistance is presenting a webinar on Senate Bill 1 (SB1) for Local Agencies in California receiving funding through the Active Transportation Program, Local Partnership Program, Solutions for Congested Corridors Program, or Trade Corridors Enhancement Program. The webinar will discuss the program and accountability requirements as set forth in the California Transportation Commission (CTC) … Read more SB1 Webinar and New In-Person Workshops

Attend the 2019 CA Transportation Planning Conference

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Join Caltrans, in partnership with the Institute of Transportation Studies (ITS) at University of California, Berkeley, at the 2019 California Transportation Planning Conference, Partnering for Sustainable Transportation. This three-day conference will provide attendees the opportunity to interact with transportation practitioners and decision-makers, exchange ideas and learn about emerging technologies and advancements in transportation planning from … Read more Attend the 2019 CA Transportation Planning Conference

Check out the Local Assistance ADA Website

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Caltrans Division of Local Assistance has launched a new Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) website. The purpose of the ADA website is to provide guidance to local public agencies to comply with various nondiscrimination laws and regulations, ensure compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 … Read more Check out the Local Assistance ADA Website

Upcoming TRB Webinars

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Check out the upcoming webinars and on-demand video from the Transportation Research Board (TRB). Upcoming TRB Webinars Reducing Pavement Damage Due to Spring Thaw Tuesday, October 30, 2018 from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM PT Moisture Damage in Asphalt Pavements: Forensic Analyses and Research Needs Wednesday, October 31 2018, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM PT … Read more Upcoming TRB Webinars