Webinar: USACE Section 404 Regulatory Program

November 13, 2025, 10am – 11am PT

CALTAP is pleased to host this 1-hour webinar on the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers regulatory program for the Clean Water Act Section 404.

Topics Include:

• Section 404 authority: geographic jurisdiction & regulated activities
• Basic types of permits and how to apply for them
• Federal laws applicable to federal actions (Endangered Species Act)

Training: FAS Environmental Requirements

October 28, 2025, 8:30am – 4:30pm PT

This 8-hour virtual Federal Aid Series course focuses on the environmental process for federal aid projects, outlining both the process and the differences in on-system and off-system projects and NEPA compliance requirements.

Topics Include:

• Environmental Scoping & Preliminary Environmental Study
• NEPA Class of Actions & NEPA Policy Updates
• Technical Study Requirements & Mitigation Measures
• Revalidations & Permits

** Last Week to Register **

Labor Compliance for Local Agencies

October 7 – 8, 2025, 8:30am – 4:30pm PT

This 2-day live online course teaches local agency staff the prevailing wage requirements and how to apply them in practice, including reviewing and confirming certified payroll records and on-site documentation.

Topics Covered Include:

• Review of labor compliance resources & support
• State & federal prevailing wage laws & regulations
• Labor compliance responsibilities on public works contracts
• Navigating the Division of Industrial Relation’s prevailing wage website
• Caltrans best practices for labor compliance

** Last Week to Apply ** 
Resident Engineers Academy

November 17 – 21, 2025, 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.

Resident Engineers Academy instructors are subject matter experts who take a real life, practical application approach to content delivery using examples, problem-solving activities, and exercises. The curriculum consists of 16 Modules that cover an array of topics that include: Pre-Construction Preparation, Scope of Work, Legal Relations, Payments, Environmental Stewardship, Project Completion, DBE, and Labor Compliance.

Other Upcoming Trainings & Events

Investigation of Pavement Performance | Oct 6, 2025, 10–11am PT

Ohio LTAP & Ohio DOT are hosting a free webinar to explore the reasons for pavement performance issues in certain regions

Labor Compliance for Local Agencies | Oct 7–8, 2025, 8:30am–4:30pm PT

CALTAP is hosting this workshop to teach local public agency staff prevailing wage requirements and how to apply these skills in practice

Inspecting for Traffic Sign Retroreflectivity | Oct 8, 2025, 6–9am PT

West Virginia LTAP is hosting a free webinar on retroreflectivity requirements in the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices

2025 ATP Symposium | Oct 22–23, 2025, 8:30am–5pm PT

The 2025 Active Transportation Program Symposium brings together local regional, state, & tribal governments to learn about ATP projects

Federal Aid Series: Right of Way | Oct 22–23, 2025, 8:30am–12pm PT

CALTAP is hosting this 2-day workshop detailing the high-level process and procedures for completion of project right of way work

Nevada Infrastructure Concrete Conference | Nov 4–5, 2025

Nevada’s premier conference on resilient, long-life concrete infrastructure is being held this year at the Atlantis Casino Resort in Reno

APWA NorCal Public Works Conference | Nov 5–6, 2025

The APWA Northern California Chapter is still accepting presentation proposals for the 2025 Conference at the Holy Names University

Resource: NCRRS Webinar Archive

The National Center for Rural Road Safety's webinar archive offers a comprehensive list of previously recorded online trainings and presentations.

NCRRS regularly hosts webinars on a variety of topics of interest to local and tribal agencies, including rural road design, post-crash care, human factors, low volume roads, preventing roadway departures, and rural funding.

Recent Presentations:

• Rural Roundabout Design & Outreach
• Transit as a Safety Strategy
• How Human Factors Impact Rural Road Safety
• Low Volume and Rural Road Safety
• Planning for Spring Road Users

Recording: Build America, Buy America



Ohio LTAP's September 2025 webinar on recent Build America, Buy America (BABA) updates and requirements is now available for viewing.

This webinar presented the critical impacts of BABA on planning, design, and compliance for LPAs, including phase-out of mfg'd products, implementation dates, potential risks, and compliance reqs for federally funded projects.

Webinar Presenters:

• Chase Wells, Office of Construction Administration & Innovative Delivery
• Eric Kahlig, Office of Construction Administration & Innovative Delivery
• Clint Bishop, Office of Construction Administration & Innovative Delivery
• Dan Miller, Office of Materials Management

Recording: Innovative Road Safety Solutions

If you missed FHWA's September Innovation Exchange Webinar on road safety innovations, a recording of this presentation is now available.

This webinar showcased successful field-tested strategies developed and implemented by local agencies to reduce roadway fatalities and serious injuries. From low-cost infrastructure improvements to community-driven safety initiatives, these innovations meet the needs of local/rural road systems.

Newsletter: SS4A Summer 2025

The Safe Streets & Roads for All (SS4A) clearinghouse has published its Summer 2025 Newsletter highlighting SS4A funding & local success stories.

It provides updates on program progress, highlights successful projects, shares technical assistance resources, and offers guidance for communities applying for or implementing SS4A grants

Summer 2024 Highlights:

• The growing impact of SS4A funding
• Media stories showcasing local success
• Resources to support your progress

Publication: APWA Reporter Magazine

The American Public Works Association has released the September 2025 issue of Reporter Magazine focused on fleet management.

This award-winning monthly publication targets public works officials at local, state, and federal levels, as well as others involved in the public works field.

September Issue Topics:

• Is Your Public Works Dept Ready to Consider Electric Vehicles
• In With the NEW & OLD: Two Approaches to Leading in Fleet
• Building Support for a Modern Fleet Facility in a Small City

Publication: Prepping for Winter Operations

Geotab's "Fleet Manager's Guide to Prepping for Winter Operations" serves as an essential resource to prepare LPAs and ensure a smooth, efficient season.

This Guide Can Help You:

• Prepare your vehicles for winter, from plow sensors to route data
• Strategically budget materials to avoid potential shortages or over-usage
• Navigate compliance challenges with confidence and reduce liability risks
• Discover the future of winter operations with digital tools

Publication: Water System Asset Management

OpenGov's latest release showcases how local agencies can manage their water infrastructure assets more efficiently.

With real-world case studies from communities like Kingsport, TN and Rosemount, MN—who saved time, money, and resources by modernizing their approach—you’ll see how small changes can create long-term impact.

Topics Covered:

• How to build a water asset management strategy for my community
• Considerations for water systems when it comes to asset management
• How does your current operation stack up?
• Does my small community need a water asset management system?
• What 7 steps should you follow to select a system?
• Who should be involved in the system selection process?

Publication: NHTSA Traffic Safety Facts

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has published their latest (2023) Traffic Safety Facts summary analysis.

Traffic Safety Facts is a collection of annual reports & publications detailing statistics on motor vehicle traffic crashes and trends, including speeding, alcohol-impaired driving, pedestrian safety, and occupant protection.

Key Findings From 2023:

• U.S. traffic fatalities decreased by 4.3% from 2022 to 2023
• Fatality rate per 100M VMT decreased by 6% from 2022 to 2023
• California traffic fatalities decreased by 11% from 2022 to 2023
• Registered vehicles & licensed drivers increased by 11% 
• 54% of motorcyclists killed in 2023 were not wearing helmets

Publication: Keeping California Mobile

Working with the Associated General Contractors of California (AGC) and AGC San Diego Chapter, TRIP has released “Keeping California Mobile: Providing a Modern, Sustainable Transportation System in the Golden State.”

This report examines CA’s road & bridge conditions, congestion & reliability, economic development, highway safety, vehicle travel trends, and the impact of recent transportation funding increases at the state and federal level.

Research: High-Tension Cable Barriers

NCHRP's "Material Requirements for High-Tension Cable Barriers" documents material requirements for highway guardrail systems and their components to provide consistency with current roadside safety hardware requirements.

Recent years have seen an increased focus on the performance of roadside hardware. As the use of high-tension cable barrier systems increased across the United States, the transportation industry determined that there was a research need to summarize the state of practice for these systems.

Research: Risk Management at State DOTs

NCHRP's "Risk Management at State DOTs: Building Momentum & Sustaining the Practice" provides guidelines for state DOTs to establish and maintain a risk management culture and practice.

The transportation industry faces a range of unforeseen and evolving challenges to assets and operations that affect the performance and resilience of transportation systems and networks. This report is useful for state DOT executives and agency practitioners seeking to develop and sustain a risk management culture and practice at their organizations.

** More Training Coming 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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