In this publication, we will be providing updates/resources we receive from our partners, these are updates/resources we feel are useful to you - our customers. If you have information you would like shared in this publication, please let us know. ndltap@ugpti.org | | |
Upcoming NDLTAP Training
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- May 20, Valley City, Barnes County Highway Dept.
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- June 19, Morton County Highway Dept., Mandan ND
Training announcements are forthcoming:
Bridge Basics (1) and Bridge Advanced (1), date and location TBD - Contact NDLTAP if you interested in hosting (3 free registrations per session). These sessions will be a classroom and hands on learning.
CMP - Culvert Installation, date and location TBD - Contact NDLTAP if you interested in hosting (3 free registrations per session).
Roadway Safety, November date and location TBD - Contact NDLTAP if you interested in hosting (3 free registrations per session).
If you have missed the training registration please contact tracy.wing@ndsu.edu
701- 612-8632
THOUGHTS ALERT - Coming up in June we will be sending out the NDLTAP Program Survey/Evaluation. We are looking for your thoughts and ideas for training that the NDLTAP Program should deliver.
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NDLTAP 2025 Motor-grader Operator Training
Motor-grader Operator Training Information
Training will start in May and end Oct.1.
2025 MGO Instructors
Nathan Miller - Slope County Road Superintendent
Ross Hanson - Morton County Operator
Ryan Larsen - Butler Machinery
This training is by request only.
If you are interested in being an instructor for the Motor-Grader Operator Training please send an email to denise.brown.1@ndsu.edu or call 701-220-0101.
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NDLTAP will accept training requests from local agencies. We will do our best to fulfill your training requests.
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On-line Learning Opportunities Available
The Transportation Learning Network (TLN) is a division of the Upper Great Plains Transportation Institute (UGPTI) at North Dakota State University. TLN is governed by a committee representing each of the participating state DOTs and Center for Transformative Infrastructure Preservation and Sustainability (CTIPS)—formerly Mountain-Plains Consortium (MPC)—universities.
TLN was developed to serve the transportation interests of the region and complements the efforts of its various members. It provides access to information and expertise not readily available to transportation professionals in the region. TLN identifies, schedules, distributes and warehouses technology transfer for its members.
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The Western Dakota Energy Association (WDEA) Roundtable will be held May 27, 2025 at the Rough Rider Center in Watford City, ND.
The Roundtable provides an opportunity for State, County, Municipal, Township, Industry personnel and others to meet and share information and best practices with their peers. The goal is to bring as many different perspectives together to discuss transportation topics for Western ND.
There is no fee for registration. Registration is required for name tags and a headcount for lunch. Lunch is provided by WDEA/NDPC.
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May 7-8, 2025
BSC National Energy Center of Excellence
The Vision Zero Partner Conference brings together hundreds of 4E partners in education, enforcement, engineering, emergency medical services and other partners to provide information, best practices and networking opportunities to build capacity to advance Vision Zero in North Dakota. The conference includes presentations on hot topics, keynote speakers, updates on Vision Zero and an Awards Ceremony for those who showed outstanding service and dedication to accomplish the overall goal of reducing motor vehicle fatalities and serious injuries on North Dakota roads.
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Extending The Service Life of Existing Bridges: “Key Concrete Repair & Strengthening Basics” Webinar
May 15, 2025
1:00 PM CST
Aging bridges don’t have to mean costly replacements. Learn key concrete repair and strengthening techniques that can extend service life and improve structural integrity for years to come.
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2025 Innovation Champions Program
The NDLTAP is interested in knowing what successful innovation(s) your department has developed, designed, and fabricated that promotes safety, increases job efficiencies, and/or demonstrates savings to your agency.
We will enter your innovation into the Innovation Champions Contest as well as share that information with local highway, tribal, and street departments across the state. The contest is a great way for your department to get well earned recognition for their efforts.
We are accepting submissions for 2025 from all ND road and street departments. Entries for the contest are accepted through July 31.
For more information or to submit an application, contact Matthew Johnson at matthew.johnson.20@ndsu.edu or (701)929-0581.
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2025 Autonomous Trucking Conference
Evolution of Autonomous Trucking in North Dakota and the Northern Plains
September 15-16, 2025
Grand Forks, ND
1 p.m. September 15 – September 16
No fee to attend, but registration is required.
Who should attend?
- Representatives from autonomous truck companies
- Tech entrepreneurs
- Those in the agricultural, energy, and manufacturing industries
- State and local government officials
- Community leaders
To reserve a vendor space or for sponsorship opportunities, contact Jody Bohn Baldock at Jody.bohn.baldock@ndsu.edu
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Topics May Include:
- Developments in U.S. autonomous trucking including success stories and recommendations from other states
- Autonomous trucking in the United States and Canada: commonalities and differences
- Expanded opportunities in the agricultural sector
- Opportunities in the oil and gas industries–the Permian Basin success story and beyond
- Middle and last-mile autonomous trucking, with applications in the food and essential goods sectors
- Challenges to widespread and year-round operations in northern regions, including edge-case research and advances in autonomous driving systems
- Interactions between law enforcement/first responders and autonomous trucks
- Enhanced inspection procedures for autonomous trucks: success stories from regional pilots and visions for the national network
For more information and for registration information coming soon. Registration will open May 15.
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May is Motorcycle Safety Month
Millions of people across the United States ride motorcycles – some as a primary or secondary form of transportation, and others as a leisure ride. You can use this material as part of your communication plan to promote motorcycle safety – for motorcyclists and drivers.
Share this information with partner organizations to help spread the message across communities.
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| | The Center for Local Aid Support has developed a series of online training modules for transportation professionals. The online training courses are for professional development and to provide solutions for transportation related issues. The online training courses are free of charge. | This program is offered with sponsorship from FHWA, ND Department of Transportation, Western Dakota Energy Association, ND Insurance Reserve Fund, and the ND Township Officers Association. | | NDSU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable. Direct inquiries to: Vice Provost, Title IX/ADA Coordinator, Old Main 201, 701-231-7708, ndsu.eoaa@ndsu.edu. | | | | |
