Legal Issues and Emerging Technologies in Public Transit Thursday, June 08, 1 - 2:30 PM EST New technologies that could benefit public transportation are rapidly and continually emerging—autonomous and connected vehicles, mobility-as-a-service, route planning and optimization software—but raise legal questions that transportation attorneys must address within the existing regulatory and legislative framework to realize the full benefits. This webinar will provide guidance on navigating common legal challenges that arise from public transit agencies’ consideration and implementation of new and emerging technologies.
Pedestrian Crash Factors, Trends, and Treatments Tuesday, June 13, 1 - 2:30 PM EST Pedestrian crashes are rising. What is driving the rise? And what cost-effective treatments can improve safety? This webinar will examine pedestrian crash trends and analyze various contributing factors.
Practices in Airport Emergency Response Wednesday, June 14, 2 - 3:30 PM EST When emergencies happen, airport managers rely on plans for an efficient and effective response to a variety of scenarios. This webinar will cover the issues and challenges experienced by airport staff when employing emergency plans to define roles, identify threats, and establish communication protocols.
JUST ADDED! Fostering Sustainability through Freight-Efficient Land Uses Monday, July 10, 2 - 3:30 PM EST Incorporating freight-efficient policies into land-use planning ensures commercial supply chains function properly, keeping quality of life in urban and metropolitan areas high. This webinar will provide actionable guidance on how to integrate freight land-use policy and management with transportation efforts to foster efficient land uses.
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