Training: Resident Engineers Academy

January 12-16, 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!

Resident Engineers Academy instructors are Caltrans SMEs who take a real life, practical application approach to training by using examples, problem-solving activities, and exercises. The 16-module curriculum covers a wide array of topics, including Construction Prep, SOW, Legal Relations, Payments, Enviro Stewardship, Project Completion, Labor Compliance, and DBE.

Training: Evaluating Pavement Condition

January 27, 2026, 9am – 11am PT



NVLTAP is hosting a 2-hour virtual training to provide guidelines for conducting asphalt pavement condition surveys based on the PASER methodology.

Training Outcomes:

• Identify common pavement distresses
• Assign appropriate PASER ratings based on observable conditions
• Identify maintenance & rehabilitation treatment options

Webinar: Active Transportation Freeze

December 4, 2025, 11am – 12pm PT



RTC is hosting a free webinar on "Active Transportation Freeze: Where do Federal Active Transportation Grants Stand?"

Join them for an online discussion about the state of play on federal grant decisions through programs like RAISE and Reconnecting Communities. During this webinar, RTC will share what they know, pose questions and invite local partners to share their experiences.

Webinar: Exploring CMFs & Adaptive Signal Tech

December 10, 2025, 10am – 11:30am PT

The Crash Modification Factors (CMF) Clearinghouse is hosting a free 90-minute webinar on "From Theory to Practice: Exploring CMFs & Adaptive Signal Tech for Your Community".

Join transportation engineers, practitioners, and planners from across the country to learn about updates to FHWA's CMF Clearinghouse, new research related to estimating the combined effect of multiple CMFs, and recent work exploring safety evaluation of Adaptive Signal Control Technology.

Webinar: Designing Safe Streets - The Latest

December 10, 2025, 11am - 12pm PT

America Walks is hosting a free 1-hour webinar to showcase the latest updates on designing safer streets and to cover current best practices and share evolving trends in street design.

Learning Objectives:

• Gain an overview of best practices for safe street design
• Understand recent developments in the practice
• Discover the latest research on street safety
• Explore inspiring examples

RSCP 2025: Transportation

& Positive Health Outcomes

December 10, 2025, 11am – 1pm PT

NCRRS presents "Transportation & Positive Health Outcomes" as part of this season's Public Health Pathway of their Road Safety Champion Program.

In this module, learn how the pursuit of transportation access and safety is foundational to creating conditions where all people have the opportunity to thrive, and best practices for improving transportation access.

Other Upcoming Trainings & Events

Long-Term Pavement Performance | Dec 4, 2025, 11am–12pm PT

The National Association of County Engineers is hosting a free webinar titled "Preservation: A Strategy for Long-Term Pavement Performance"

6th National RTAP Conference | Dec 7-10, 2025, 7am-4am PT

Attend the 6th National RTAP Conference "Wrangling Access & Mobility in Rural & Tribal Transit", at the Hyatt Regency in Austin, Texas

IRF Global R2T Conference | Dec 9-12, 2025, 8am-5pm PT

Explore how digitization, artificial intelligence, and cutting-edge innovations are revolutionizing the roads and transportation sector

Safer People, Safer Roads | Dec 9, 2025, 1am–11:30am PT

Learn how companies are leveraging video analytics, artificial intelligence and computer vision to tackle persistent challenges in road safety.

RSCP 2025: Crash Reporting | Dec 9, 2025, 11am–1pm PT

Learn the role of crash data collection and reporting in reducing severe crashes and how such reporting benefits from cross-coordination

2025 Ohio Roundabouts Conference | Dec 10, 2025, 9am–4:30pm PT

This 1-day conference brings together planners, engineers, elected officials and others involved with current or future Roundabouts in their communities

RSCP 2025: First Responder Safety | Dec 11, 2025, 11am–1pm PT

Gain a deeper understanding of tools, recommendations, & materials available for first responders to ensure their safety while working on the side of the road.

Traffic Sign Retroreflectivity | Dec 11, 2025, 7am–11:30am PT

This two-part webinar on traffic sign retroreflectivity is aimed at roadway agency personnel who install and maintain signs

RSCP 2025: Safety Project Selection Tool | Dec 16, 2025, 11am–1pm PT

Learn about the Systemic Safety Project Selection Tool, a process for identifying the factors that can contribute to crashes

Pavement Marking Installation | Dec 16-17, 2025, 9am-12pm PT

This webinar on pavement markings informs participants about marking installation preparation, marking application and inspection

Reducing Roadway Departure Crashes | Dec 16-18, 2025, 7am-9am PT

Learn about various safety treatments and countermeasures that can be used to help reduce the frequency and severity of roadway departure crashes

RSCP 2025: Approaches to Behavior Change | Dec 17, 2025, 10am–12pm

Learn how public health approaches can be drawn upon to design and implement programs to change behaviors among populations

Designing Smarter Roads | Dec 18, 2025, 11am–12:30pm

Learn how permeable pavements and culverts are reshaping how we manage stormwater and build resilient urban infrastructure

Funding Opportunity: HHAP Grants

The California Department of Housing & Community Development (HCD) is now accepting applications for the Tribal Homeless Housing, Assistance & Prevention grant program, with a total of $28.5M in available funding for California federally recognized tribes.

Eligible Uses:

• Permanent housing solutions
• Homelessness prevention
• Interim housing solutions
• Non-housing solutions & services

Competitive Grants Dashboard

Just a reminder that the USDOT's online Competitive Grants Dashboard simplifies access and awareness of competitive grant opportunities that can help communities like yours meet their transportation infrastructure needs.

Designed with all communities in mind, the Dashboard identifies grant programs with rural and tribal set-asides or match waivers available, and also includes federal grant programs outside USDOT that may be of particular interest to rural communities

Open Funding Opportunities

Regional Early Action Planning Grants

SCAG is now accepting applications for the second Notice of Funds Available for the REAP 2.0-funded Lasting Affordability Program, with $20M available

2026 Road to Zero Traffic Safety Grants

The National Safety Council is accepting applications for the 2026 Road to Zero Community Traffic Safety Grants, with a total of $750,000 available

Intercity Passenger Rail Grant Program

The FSP Grant Program is providing funding to improve American passenger rail assets by funding projects that enhance safety or expand existing service

Tribal Transportation Program Safety Fund

FHWA has issued an amended NOFO for the 2025 TTPSF and is accepting applications until the deadline on January 15, 2026.

Home Safely Podcast: 
Emergency Responder Safety Institute

The latest edition of NCRRS's Home Safely podcast features Jack Sullivan, Director of Training for the Emergency Responder Safety Institute (ERSI), discussing the vulnerabilities involved with responding to crashes, the methods and tactics responders use to be vigilant, and the impact of ERSI on improving the general standard approach to responding to crashes.

Each Home Safely episode features conversations with transportation professionals, safety advocates, and policymakers working on the front lines of the rural transportation system.

Newsletter: 2025 Fall AASHTO Magazine

The Fall AASHTO Magazine includes an array of stories from the state DOT community, including a behind-the-scenes look at the CT DOT's bus rapid transit operation in Hartford, winners of the 2025 AASHTO Bridge Challenge competition, and a profile of Russell McMurry, commissioner of the GA DOT and AASHTO 2025-2026 president.

Also highlighted are the challenges and opportunities ahead as Congress begins work on the next surface transportation funding reauthorization bill.

News: Using Data & Analytics to Improve Safety

At the 2025 AASHTO Annual Meeting in Salt Lake City, transportation officials discussed how non-traditional data sources are improving roadway safety throughout the infrastructure lifecycle. Panelists emphasized new approaches such as telematics, AI-powered video, and expanded data analysis to better understand risks and guide interventions.

Other Recordings, Research, & Reports

Native American Heritage Month 2026

Native American Heritage Month recognizes the diverse cultures, histories, and traditions of Native Americans and Indigenous peoples

2025 ATP Symposium Recap

The 2025 ATP Symposium included inspiring speakers, interactive workshops, breakout sessions, and opportunities to connect with partners to further work.

Complete Streets Safety Assessment Program

Apply now for the CSSA program, a comprehensive transportation safety assessment that focuses on pedestrian and bicycle safety.

California Safe System Institute for Road Safety

The California Safe System Institute for Road Safety is a collaborative effort in partnership with the Vision Zero Network and Fehr & Peers.

EV Charge Management Strategies

This white paper explores the potential value for EV drivers and power companies from incorporating EVs into the state’s electrical power grids

Human Factors Guidelines for Road Systems

Read how to adequately account for the interaction between road users and the facilities, particularly users who are most vulnerable to crashes

Home Safely Podcast

The NCRRS's new podcast is designed to spotlight the stories, strategies, and solutions shaping rural road safety across America

Roving Reporter: The Deep Tunnel

APWA has renewed its Roving Reporter educational series for a fourth season, with new episodes coming quarterly

APWA Reporter Magazine: November 2025

The November 2025 issue of Reporter Magazine includes features on PWX 2025, Microplastics, and AI in Public Works

The Future of Stormwater Technology

Read how collaboration strengthens regulatory credibility, accelerates technology approval, and improves water quality

** More Training Scheduled in December **

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