Training: Resident Engineers Academy

November 30 - December 4, 2026, 8:30am–4pm PT

This practical, interactive five-day virtual academy provides core training for local/tribal resident engineers and those responsible for administering construction contracts using state and federal funds.

If your RE's haven't been through training in a while, now's the time!

Webinar: Advancing DBE Program Restoration

November 18, 2026, 1:30pm–3:30pm PT

As Caltrans prepares to restore the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program, join the Local Assistance Office of Local Civil Compliance for this informative workshop to help our local partners prepare for the transition.

Don't Miss These Updates!

Local Assistance Day Webinar

November 10, 2026, 8:30am – 11:30am PT

It's time for another Local Assistance Day, the quarterly statewide webinar designed to update and inform our RTPA, MPO, local agency, and tribal partners. LAD webinars are free to attend and all are invited!

Agenda:

• Updates from the Office Chiefs
• Caltrans GeoDOG Digital Archive
• Project Planning & Emergency Work for El Nino
• APWA Project of the Year: Baroque Dr Roundabout
• BABM Project of the Year: AI-Powered RoW Inventory
• Updates to LAPM Utility Clauses & Agreements
• Upcoming Training Updates

Webinar: Fundamentals of

Concrete Pavement Construction

October 15, 2026, 10am–11:15am PT



This workshop explores common construction challenges, lessons learned from the field, and the real-time decisions experienced paving teams make to maintain quality and keep projects moving.

Webinar: USDOT Roadway Safety Innovation Expo

October 15, 2026, 10am–12pm PT



Come explore the technologies showcased at the recent Roadway Safety Innovation Expo, held September 18th in Washington D.C.

Topics Include:

• Retroreflective pavement marking technology for wet conditions.
• A system used to detect & classify MUTCD compliance issues using AI
• Automated Truck Mounted Attenuators which improve worker safety

Webinar: Designing Asphalt

Mixtures -- Balanced Mix Design

October 15, 2026, 10am–11:30am PT



This free webinar shows why and how Balanced Mix Design (BMD) is used to safeguard performance while enabling practical mix optimization.

Training: Intro to HAZMAT Training Requirements

October 28, 2026, 10am–11am PT



Learn the training requirements of the Hazardous Materials Regulations, identify employees who must be trained, and discover how hazmat employers decide what type of training may be best for their employees.

Town Hall: Public Works Are First Responders!

October 28, 2026, 8am–11am PT



Join the APWA for a virtual town hall to mark National First Responders Day and hear colleagues share their examples and experiences. You’ll also learn how APWA chapters are working to get formal recognition from states and municipalities for public works first responders.

Training: 2D Hydraulic Modeling

November 3-6, 2026, 6:30am–1:45pm PT



2D Hydraulic Modeling of Rivers at Highway Encroachments is a 4-day virtual online training that provides a mix of lessons, demonstrations, and exercises for a comprehensive introduction to two-dimensional modeling concepts.

Webinar: The Human Side of Operational Leadership

November 5, 2026, 8am–9:30am PT



Explore the human side of operational leadership and practical approaches for supporting employees through challenging circumstances while maintaining accountability, safety, and reliable operations.

• Recognize how personal crises & life stressors can affect employees
• Balance empathy, accountability, & operational continuity
• Respond to workforce challenges while maintaining operations

Pesticide Applicator Training

December 1-2, 2026, 8am–4:30pm PT



This 2-day training in Reno prepares you to become a professional pest control applicator and pass the license examination. 

Training: Pavement Marking & Installation

December 1-2, 2026, 8am–11am PT



Explore the types and uses of pavement markings and marking installation preparation, application, and inspection. 

Other Upcoming Trainings & Events

RSCP: Worker Safety | Oct 14, 2026, 10am–12pm

This 4-hour online course gives participants an overview of potential hazards for workers and explores preventive measures for improving worker safety

Pavement Assessment & Measurements | Oct 14, 2026, 10am–11am

This webinar offers a snapshot of experiments and analysis techniques being developed at FHWA's Turner-Fairbank Highway Research Center

Lighting for Pedestrian Safety | Oct 15, 2026, 9am–10:30am

This 90-minute webinar explores strategies for improving pedestrian safety at night, with a focus on lighting design and implementation

APWA PWI 20-Year Anniversary | Oct 15, 2026, 4pm–8pm

APWA's Southern California Chapter is celebrating the 20th year of its Public Works Institute (PWI) as well as the launch of its PWI Alumni Group

Safe Routes to School 2026 | Oct 20-22, 2026, 8am–5:30pm

The Conference brings together all those dedicated to making walking and bicycling to school safe, convenient, and fun for all children

ATSSA Flagger Training | Oct 20, 2026, 8am–12pm

The workshop in Reno, NV, covers why proper flagger operations are important, the skillset of a good flagger, & best practices for various situations

RSCP: Road Safety Audits | Oct 20, 2026, 10am–12pm

This 4-hour live-online course teaches participants a deeper understanding of road safety audits

2026 Hazardous Materials Multimodal Event | Oct 21-22, 2026, 8am–5pm

This event is dedicated to providing crucial regulatory updates and operational guidance to help ensure the safe transportation of hazardous materials

Road Safety 365 | Oct 21-22, 2026, 9am–11:30am

This training explores how construction, maintenance, and other activities can impact roadway safety

RSCP: Take Action Now – Maintaining Safety | Oct 21, 2026, 10am–12pm

This 4-hour live-online course takes a deep look at maintenance safety solutions that construction and maintenance personnel can implement daily

Increasing Asphalt Recycling

This report addresses the concerns of using recycled asphalt pavements (RAP) through comprehensive experimental and analytical work, including the evaluation of performance, cost, and environmental benefits.

2026 TTPSF Awards

Nearly $22M in grants are funding 70 projects for 58 tribes in 19 states, all designed to reduce the risk of roadway fatalities and serious injuries in Native American and Alaska Native areas. Come and see!

Transportation Trends Report: Fall 2026

SCAG's report examines transit ridership, roadway travel, goods movement, and remote work trends to provide a comprehensive picture of post-pandemic travel behavior and regional mobility patterns throughout its six-county region.

PWX Radio: Disaster Recovery & Cleanup

Hear how effective disaster recovery and debris cleanup hinge on key factors such as creating relationships well in advance of when they're needed most.

Featured Guest:

• Tyler Hill, Infrastructure Projects Manager, Boone County, KY

Reporter Magazine: Winter Maintenance

Even if it still feels summery, winter is on the way. It’s time to delve into winter maintenance, and that’s exactly what this month’s issue is all about.

Recording: Preventing Bridge Strikes

The recording of FHWA's Global Benchmarking Program on Countermeasures for Preventing Bridge & Tunnel Strikes from Oversized Vehicles: A Review of Best Practices in Ireland, the Netherlands, and United Kingdom is available.

Other Recordings, Research, & Reports

Wildlife Crossings Pilot Program

The WCP Program makes $80M in reimbursable grants available for projects seeking to improve safety of the traveling public

Tribal High Priority Projects Program

The Tribal HPP Program makes available $9M to a tribe whose annual allocation of funding under the TTP is insufficient to complete priority projects

Safety of Micromobility: Regulations, Data & Stakeholders

A recent study examined how to make micromobility safer through a 50-state policy review, injury and crash-data analysis

Public Works Radio: Women in Public Works

This episode discusses the path to leadership, career development, and the unique experience of being a woman in public works.

PROTECT Competitive Grant Program

The PROTECT competitive grant program makes available $787M to help make surface transportation more resilient to natural hazards

PWX Radio: Where AI Can (& Can't) Assist Public Works

Learn how Sugar Land, TX, built a dual-horizon predictive management system to advance, streamline, and modernize their water utility infrastructure

2027 Calendar Photo Contest

The Western TTAP invites anyone who works in transportation to submit their best images to be included in their upcoming 2027 Western TTAP calendar

Evaluating Pedestrian Route Choice at PHBs

A recent study found that pedestrians were willing to walk about 77 feet out of their way to use the crossing. 

More Training Coming Up in October

Need a closer look? Stop by CALTAP.org for a calendar view of upcoming training and events focused specifically on local agency project success.

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