IMSA News

Coming Soon - Intersect Online Community


In the coming weeks, IMSA will be launching Intersect, an online community where education, networking and collaboration converge. 


Designed to drive member and volunteer engagement, Intersect offers a platform to connect, ask questions, and share resources and ideas. Features include a knowledge center, member directory, event listing, news and notifications. The community will use a single sign-on meaning your IMSA website credentials are all you need to log in. 


The initial launch will include a general membership group and select committees. Additional committees and groups will be added as needed. Watch for more information coming soon. In the meantime, make certain you have your IMSA login credentials. Email membership@imsasafety.org for assistance.

IMSA Award Nominations Open


Nominations are now open for the 2024 IMSA awards.  While awards are presented annually at the Forum & Expo, nominations are open year-round. Help us shine a spotlight on those who have gone above and beyond.  Visit the IMSA website today to review the criteria. The deadline for submitting nominations is March 1 and the 2024 awards will be presented at the Forum & Expo in Irving, Texas.  


Submit your nomination today! 


IMSA September Webinar

Mastering Modern AI: Masterclass on How to Use AI from Writing to Operating Traffic Signals


Thursday, September 28, 2023

1-2 pm EST

Join us for our September webinar

with our partner,

Rhythm Engineering

This is an easy opportunity to earn Continuing Education Credits!


FREE registration for IMSA Members

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IMSA Journal Available Online


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Call for Content - IMSA Journal

Have an idea for a Journal article? Each issue of the Journal contains articles written by our knowledgeable members. By including these articles, members can gain industry knowledge and stay current on new products and techniques.


If you are interested in submitting content for consideration, contact Maureen Taylor.

We are currently seeking submissions for upcoming issue:


November / December

Deadline - October 13


Now is the perfect time to submit.

Product Spotlight

Jasper Electronics


Jasper Electronics designs and manufactures Traffic Control Power Supplies and custom Power Distribution Assemblies (PDAs), which are fully compliant with Caltrans TEES for use in 332, 334, 336, 342, 344 and 346 Series cabinets. Jasper also offers compliant units for use in Advanced Transportation Controller High Voltage cabinets, NEMA cabinets, state-of-the-art Traffic Intersection Control Systems, modern LED road signs and other related applications. If you’re upgrading an older system, Jasper offers smaller, lighter, more efficient and much more reliable units than legacy supplies. Please contact us today with your requirements!

IMSA Opportunities

Subject Matter Expert Looking for Exposure?

To establish your company as a subject matter expert or to promote specific products to the public safety industry, please contact Heather McMillen or call 352-900-3011.

Job Opportunities

IMSA's job board helps find your next position by displaying industry specific job openings. Or, if you are an employer with an open position, let our broad scope of industry professionals know you are hiring.

IMSA Webinar Sponsorship Opportunities

Become a sponsor of an IMSA Monthly webinar and have the opportunity to connect with our members, certificate holders and industry collaborators. We are looking for sessions that would meet our CEC requirements. Contact Heather McMillen to learn more.

IMSA Volunteer Opportunities

Help drive IMSA’s mission and vision. As an IMSA volunteer, you will help shape the organization’s future, create personal and professional connections, and become a leader in the public safety field.


Each IMSA Section has their own leadership team as well as the International Committees and Representatives. Please email Laura Jeffcoat Sosa and indicate if you are interested in serving on the Section or International level. Click here for more information about how to get involved.

IMSA Journal

Members, Share Your Story With Us

Each issue of the IMSA Journal you have the unique opportunity to be featured. Our IMSA Member Spotlight offers you the opportunity to highlight your team or submit a story about a time you went above and beyond. Help IMSA celebrate our members by sharing your story today. Contact Maureen Taylor to submit your story today.

2023 Advertising Opportunities

IMSA is working with The Wyman Company as our communications partner. They will be supporting our efforts with the IMSA Journal magazine, webinar sponsorships, Thought Leadership e-blasts, IMSA website advertising as well as the IMSA E-newsletter. Contact Heather McMillen for more info. Lean more from our media kit. 

Certification Program Schedule

ARIZONA SECTION

Contact: Ray Parmigiani

P: 602.620.9108

  • IMSA/FOA Certified Fiber Optic Technician, 9/19/2023, Gilbert, AZ


BRITISH COLUMBIA SECTION

Contact: Graeme Kraft

P: 778.868.5384

  • IMSA Signs & Pavement Markings Technician I, 11/6/2023, Coquitlam BC Canada
  • IMSA Traffic Signal Technician I, 11/6/2023, Coquitlam BC Canada
  • IMSA Traffic Signal Field Technician II, 11/9/2023, Coquitlam BC Canada


FAR WESTERN SECTION 

Contact: Jerrold Dankbar 

P: 916.740.9259 

  • IMSA Signs & Pavement Markings Technician II, 9/25/2023, Indio, CA 
  • IMSA Traffic Signal Field Technician II, 9/25/2023, Indio, CA 
  • IMSA Work Zone Temporary Traffic Control Tech, 9/25/2023, Indio, CA 
  • IMSA Signs & Pavement Markings Technician I, 9/27/2023, Indio, CA  
  • IMSA Traffic Signal Technician I, 9/27/2023, Indio, CA 


FLORIDA SECTION

Contact: About Phase Academy – Stacey Mueller

P: 813.310.3530

  • IMSA Roadway Lighting Technician I, 9/7/2023, Port Orange, FL
  • IMSA Signs & Pavement Markings Technician I, 9/11/2023, Port Orange, FL
  • IMSA Traffic Signal Technician I, 9/14/2023, Port Orange, FL
  • IMSA Traffic Signal Field Technician II, 9/19/2023, Port Orange, FL
  • IMSA Traffic Signal Inspector, 9/21/2023, Port Orange, FL
  • IMSA Traffic Signal Technician I, 9/29/2023, Port Orange, FL
  • IMSA/FOA Certified Fiber Optic Technician, 10/2/2023, Port Orange, FL
  • IMSA/FOA Certified Fiber Optic Technician, 12/18/2023, Port Orange, FL
  • IMSA Traffic Signal Technician I, 11/13/2023, Port Orange, FL
  • IMSA Traffic Signal Inspector, 12/14/2023, Port Orange, FL


NEW JERSEY SECTION

Contact: Guy Petinga

P: 609.705.5842

  • IMSA Work Zone Temporary Traffic Control Tech, 10/25/2023, Online
  • IMSA Traffic Signal Technician I, 11/1/2023, Online
  • IMSA Traffic Signal Field Technician II, 11/8/2023, Online


SOUTHEASTERN SECTION

Contact: Jon Hoffman

P: 256-33-4613

  • IMSA Traffic Signal Field Technician II, 9/19/2023, Online
  • IMSA Roadway Lighting Technician I, 9/19/2023, Online
  • IMSA Traffic Signal Technician I, 9/20/2023, Online
  • IMSA Signs & Pavement Markings Technician I, 9/20/2023, Online
  • IMSA Traffic Signal Inspector, 9/21/2023, Online


Industry Headlines

Be sure to visit IMSAsafety.org to view to see the latest news from IMSA’s Sustaining Member companies, located at the end of the home page. Members may submit news to journal@imsasafety.org


Smart Cities


Smart Cities: Utopian Dream, Security Nightmare, or Political Gimmick? (Security Week)


In Dallas, a model "smart city" project bears fruit (Axios)


How tomorrow’s ‘smart cities’ will think for themselves (with the help of edge computing) (Tech Native)


Fiber Optics


Team develops way to integrate electro-optic modulator device on end faces of a single-mode optical fiber jumper (Phys.org)


Fiber Optic Cables Detect and Characterize Earthquakes (Caltech)


Fire Alarm


Fire Alarm Services and Inspections for Your Business (Greater Fayetteville Business Journal)


CCCHS to receive new fire alarm system (The Manchester Times)


Roadway and Area Lighting


Lanes, ramps in Washoe Valley to close as part of test of new roadside lighting (KOLO)


Town of Ramapo Illuminates Future with Street Lighting Upgrades (Rockland News)


Signs & Signals


Middletown Gets State Grant For Updated Traffic Signal Equipment (LevittownNow.com)


5 August: Anniversary of Electric Traffic Signal System (Observer Voice)


Traffic and Transportation


City of Charleston Traffic & Transportation to hear public voices on road safety (WCSC)


C-DOT kicks off Traffic Safety Summit (KKCO)


Work Zone


ADOT awarded nearly $1,000,000 grant to improve work zone safety (KVOA)


Indiana not rushing to deploy highway work zone speed cameras (NWI.com)

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