FHWA Resource Center
PLANNING TEAM
Metropolitan Planning
Courses, Seminars, and Workshops offered by Resource Center specialists
SUCCESSFUL CONGESTION MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (CMS) IMPLEMENTATION WORKSHOP
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Course length: 1-Day
This workshop reviews the CMS implementation regulations and focuses on strategies to ensure the CMS remains a dynamic part of the transportation planning process. Effective performance measures, evaluation frameworks and strategies will be highlighted and several MPO success stories will be presented.
To schedule, phone:
- Baltimore: Brian Betlyon, Metropolitan Planning Specialist, (410) 962-0086
- Baltimore: Joe Werning, Intermodal and Statewide Planning Specialist, (410) 962-0048
ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE ISSUES FOR MPOS
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Course Length: 1-Day
This workshop discusses strategies that may be appropriate for integrating environmental justice (EJ) concerns in the transportation planning process. Using travel demand forecasting models and GIS as tools for analyzing the impacts of EJ considerations is provided through national case studies.
To schedule, phone:
- Baltimore: Jerry Barkdoll, Environmental Program Specialist, (410) 962-0051
- Baltimore: Brian Betlyon, Metropolitan Planning Specialist, (410) 962-0086
OVERVIEW OF TRAVEL DEMAND FORECASTING
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Course Length: 1-Day
This course provides an introduction to the jargon and basic concepts of travel demand forecasting. It is designed for non-modelers and presented in non-technical terms. The structure, assumptions, output and limitations of a typical 4-step travel demand model are discussed.
To schedule, phone:
- Baltimore: Brian Betlyon, Metropolitan Planning Specialist, (410) 962-0086