National Concrete Pavement Technology Center

Registration and Breakfast Available (2nd floor)

Introductions & Welcome – Moderator, Jerod Gross (Rooms 220-240)

Statewide Urban Design and Specifications (SUDAS)/Iowa Public Works Service Bureau (IPWSB) Update – David Carney, P.E., SUDAS Director & Beth Richards, SUDAS/IPWSB Program Coordinator

David and Beth will provide an update to SUDAS and the Iowa PWSB.

Iowa DOT Local Systems & Federal Funding – Nicole Moore, P.E., Director, Iowa DOT Local Systems Bureau

This discussion will include Local Systems general information that cities and consultants can use for assistance on federal aid and state aid projects and grants.

Municipal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Sidewalk Compliance with Local Systems Bureau – Eryn Stone, P.E., Urban Engineer, Iowa DOT Local Systems

This presentation will provide an overview of Title II as it pertains to municipalities and their obligations under ADA sidewalk requirements. It will also include the role of the Local Systems Bureau in supporting ADA compliance and how the Bureau can assist in ensuring accessibility standards are met.

Low Carbon Concrete – Why, What, Where, and How? – Tom Van Dam, PhD, P.E., FACl, Principal, Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc.

Tom will explain the importance of lowering carbon emissions related to the production and use of concrete pavement. The presentation will also include an update on the Low Carbon Transportation Materials grant money for local agencies.

Effective Engagement of Stakeholders in the Design Process – Richard Fosse, P.E., University of Iowa, Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering

In this session, you will learn how to identify stakeholders and engage them in ways that will provide you with the information necessary to design an exceptional project.

Concrete Mixtures for Long-Term Durability – Dan King, P.E., Research Engineer, CP Tech Center

This presentation will focus on how today’s Iowa concrete mixtures have been improved for durability and the proper applications of the C-SUD mixture.

Concrete Jointing – Eric Ferrebee, P.E., Senior Director of Technical Services, American Concrete Pavement Association

This discussion will cover the basics of concrete joints, including the main types, their importance, basic rules for joint layout, proper jointing for intersections and roundabouts, and construction considerations. It will also cover various resources related to jointing of concrete pavements.

Break 

Ethics for Engineers in the Era of Artificial Intelligence (AI) – Todd Weidemann, Esq., Woods & Aitken, LLP

This presentation will cover the crucial ethical considerations for engineers in the era of AI including key factors to be mindful of when using AI and the potential pitfalls that can arise. It will also provide practical tips and best practices for ensuring ethical use of AI in today’s rapidly evolving technology landscape.

Concrete Pavement Guide for Local Agencies – Jerod Gross, P.E., Snyder and Associates, Inc.