IMSA July 2021 E-Newsletter

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IMSA Forum & Expo August 2-4, 2021 - One Day Exhibit Hall Registrations Added

Attendee Registration still has some tickets available! We have also added Monday/Tuesday only exhibit hall registrations. This allows those looking to attend part of the Forum and Expo the freedom to do so.

As a reminder, our team is working closely with our host hotel, Hyatt Regency Columbus and the convention center to ensure we are following CDC recommended social distancing guidelines.

Don't forget to book your hotel today!

Book your overnight stay today at our host hotel, Hyatt Regency Columbus, to receive special event discounted pricing of $175+tax/fees per night.

Technical Sessions and Leadership Sessions- Sneak Peek

Finalized Technical Sessions and Leadership Sessions are here!

Click Here for the finalized list and to see any updates.

Sessions to look forward to:

Technical Sessions:

"Leveraging Cloud-Based Technologies for Optimizing Roadway Safety and Efficiencies"
"Improving School Bus and School Zone Safety with Connected Vehicle Technology"

Leadership Sessions:

"Presidents and Delegates Tips Tricks and Best Practices for Section Management"
"Finance and Record Keeping Best Practices"

Exhibitor & Sponsor Information

Thanks to our current sponsors!

125th Anniversary Reception Sponsor – Siemens Mobility, Inc.

Conference Tote Bags – Path Master

Full Day Break – Baldwin & Sours

Hand Sanitizer – Econolite

Lanyards – McCain, Inc.

Video Content – Applied Information

There are still a few opportunities left!

Our expo hall has SOLD OUT!

Check out who will be exhibiting - they are excited to see their current and prospective customers!

Altec Industries
Applied Information, Inc.
Athens Technical Specialists, Inc. (ATSI)
BURNDY
Collins Engineers, Inc.
ComNet
Component Products, Inc.
Cubic Transportation Systems
CyberLock, Inc.
Dialight Corp
Eberle Design INC
Econolite
ELTEC
Encom Wireless Data Solutions
Enersys
Frey Manufacturing Corp.
GE Current, a Daintree company
Horizon Signal
Integrity Communications Solutions
Intuicom
Iteris
John Thomas, Inc.
K+K Systems, Inc.
Leotek Electronics

McCain, Inc.
Miovision
MoboTrex
Miovision
MS Sedco - Indianapolis, IN
Multilink
Orange Traffic
Oriux
Path Master
PedSafety, a Campbell Company
Pelco Products, Inc.
Polara
Precision Contracting Services, INC.
RTC Manufacturing, Inc.
Ruggedcom
Sensys Networks Inc.
Sentinel Transportation Systems LLC
Siemens Mobility
Sky Bracket
Southern Manufacturing
Stalkar Radar
Stamm Manufacturing
TAPCO
Teledyne FLIR
Tomar Electronics
Traffic Control Products, a CT Group Co.
Transline
TraStar Inc.
Wavetronix
ZincFive

Meet IMSA's Newest Team Member- Monica Lomeli

Joining the IMSA Team in June 2021 as the Certification Renewal Coordinator, my responsibilities include providing support and service to those seeking to renew their certifications. I received my Master’s in Social Work and Master’s in Public Administration from the University of Texas at Arlington and I’m very passionate about helping people in any capacity.

I’m looking forward to interacting with you all and assisting with any of your certification renewal needs. If you see me in Ohio next month at our annual

conference, be sure to stop me and say hello!

My contact information is Mlomeli@imsasafety.org or 321-349-3555.

Subject Matter Expert?

To establish your company as a subject matter expert or to promote specific products to the public safety industry, please contact Heather McMillen or call 352-900-3011.

Job Opportunities

Be sure to visit IMSA's job board if you are looking for your next move. Or, ready to post an open position, let our broad scope of industry professionals know you are hiring.

2021 IMSA Webinar Sponsorship Opportunities

Be a sponsor of an IMSA Monthly webinar and have the opportunity to connect with our members, certificate holders and industry collaborators. We are looking for sessions that would meet our CEC requirements. Learn more.

IMSA Journal

Once in a lifetime advertising opportunity update- Time is running out

Those who have purchased exhibitor booths will receive additional advertising in the 125th Anniversary Issue of the Journal. The 125th Anniversary IMSA Journal will focus on the history of IMSA and those who supported us through the years and will be distributed to our 8,900+ members and additional subscribers.

Looking for other ways to be featured? The IMSA Journal for July/August will be our Anniversary issue. Use our content submission form to send us your IMSA specific content, articles, case studies, research papers or how your product solved an issue a municipality encountered. Or, if you are a municipality, send us your projects and photos around our theme for us to share with your peers. The deadline to submit is July 8th.

IMSA Member Spotlight Features - July/August Issue

Additionally, we want to hear from our Sustaining members who provide products around our journal theme. Let us run a spotlight feature on you! Reach out to Hayley Marlow.

We Are Looking For...

As we celebrate our 125th anniversary, IMSA is looking to broaden and enhance our legacy Journal. We want our industry members to have a place to share and highlight their work and tell their stories. We also want to showcase member photos, on the job or personal, with their peers. Let us do an IMSA Member Spotlight on your business or municipality. Send your stories, photos and more to Hayley Marlow to be included!

Read Online

A reminder that IMSA members can enjoy the electronic edition of the Journal with clickable links. Want access? Sign in and become a member right from your profile.

2021 IMSA Advertising Opportunities

Our 2021 advertising opportunities are still available. The public safety industry is an essential workforce still purchasing products and services for their day to day operations. We have a variety of advertising and exposure opportunities to get you noticed by our 8,900+ members. See what is still available by emailing us. Learn more from our media kit.

Partner Content

A Deeper Look at the True Cost of Traffic Detection

Researchers around the world have examined the life expectancy and life cycle costs of traffic detection technologies—critical data for agencies choosing solutions to manage congestion and safety in their cities. For the first time ever, we’ll delve into multiple studies and combine the data to provide a complete picture of the traffic detection life cycle landscape. The results may surprise you. Learn more.

Written by Vince Ferrinho, ITS Industry Consultant; vince@sensysnetworks.com

Product Spotlight

Pedsafety's Wave Touchless Accessible Pedestrian Signals Have Revolutionized How Pedestrians Interact With Street Crossings

Available in both independent and networked solutions, the Guardian Wave and WiAAPS Wave allow pedestrians to place a call with the wave of a hand!
Waves are versatile units, allowing agencies to utilize Bluetooth, USB, and USB C connections to change settings in the device.
The no contact feature and physical actuation are independent from one another, staying within ADA guidelines, with vibrotactile, audible, and visual indications typical of an APS.

Take your push buttons out of recall and give power back to the pedestrians! Learn more.

Certification Program Schedule

FLORIDA SECTION

Contact: SUNSHINE SAFETY COUNCIL - Stacey Mueller

p:(386)253-6400 ext. 114

· IMSA/FOA Certified Fiber Optic Technician, 10/19/2021, S. Daytona Beach, FL

· Roadway Lighting Technician Level I, 7/19/2021, Online

· Roadway Lighting Technician Level II, 7/21/2021, Online

· Signs & Pavement Markings Technician I, 8/23/2021, S. Daytona Beach, FL

· Signs & Pavement Markings Technician I, 10/25/2021, Online

· Signs Tech II, 8/25/2021, S. Daytona Beach, FL

· Traffic Signal Field II, 8/11/2021, Key West, FL

· Traffic Signal Field II, 9/22/2021, Online

· Traffic Signal Field II, 12/13/2021, Online

· Traffic Signal Inspector – Florida Supplement, 9/22/2021, Online

· Traffic Signal Inspector – Florida Supplement 11/17/2021, Online

· Traffic Signal Inspector for Advance Technologies, 7/192021, Online

· Traffic Signal Field III, 9/24/2021, Online

· Traffic Signal Technician I, 8/9/2021, Key West- SSC

· Traffic Signal Technician I, 9/20/2021, Online

· Traffic Signal Technician I, 11/15/2021, Online

· Transportation Ctr., System Specialist I, 10/25/2021, Online

FLORIDA SECTION

Contact: Pinellas Technical College - Raymond Gorman

p:(727)893-2500 ext. 2587

· Roadway Lighting Technician Level I, 11/11/2021, St. Petersburgh - PTEC

· Signs & Pavement Markings Technician I, 8/30/2021, St. Petersburgh - PTEC

· Signs Tech II, 9/27/2021, St. Petersburgh - PTEC

· Traffic Signal Field II, 10/25/2021, St. Petersburgh - PTEC

· Traffic Signal Technician I, 8/18/2021, St. Petersburgh - PTEC

FLORIDA SECTION

Contact: Race to Safety- Sherrie Garcia

p:(386)846-0545

· Sign Technician Level I, 8/30/2021, Sanford, FL

FLORIDA SECTION

Contact: United Safety Council, Carol Freeman

p:(407)897-4443

· Traffic Signal Technician I, 8/24/2021, Florida Safety Council

· Traffic Signal Inspector – Florida Supplement, 8/26/2021, Florida Safety Council

MIDDLE ATLANTIC SECTION

Contact: Chris Elliott

p:(434)222-3481, (571) 220- 0162 (Manassas only)

· Traffic Signal Inspector. 9/20/2021, Manassas, VA

· Transportation Ctr., System Specialist Level I, 9/20/2021, Suffolk, VA

· Transportation Ctr., System Specialist Level II, 9/23/2021, Suffolk, VA

MIDWESTERN SECTION

Contact: Douglas Pershall

p:(609)705-5842

· Traffic Signal Technician I, 8/17/2021, Peoria, IL

· Traffic Signal Field II, 8/19/2021, Peoria, IL

· Traffic Signal Field III, 7/16/2021, Jefferson City, MO

· Traffic Signal Field III, 8/20/2021, Peoria, IL

· Work Zone Temporary Traffic Control Technician, 8/16/2021, Peoria, IL

NEW JERSEY SECTION

Contact: Guy Petinga

p:(609)705-5842 All classes are hybrid (online or in person) and can be challenged

· Miscellaneous Challenge Exams, 8/24/2021, Harrisburg, PA

· Miscellaneous Challenge Exams, 8/27/2021, Harrisburg, PA

· NEMA TS I Troubleshooting, 8/26/2021, Harrisburg, PA

· NEMA TS I Troubleshooting, 8/27/2021, Harrisburg, PA

· NEMA TS II Troubleshooting, 8/24/2021, Harrisburg, PA

· Roadway Lighting Technician Level II, 8/23/2021, Harrisburg, PA

· Signs & Pavement Markings Technician I, 8/26/2021, Harrisburg, PA

· Traffic Signal Construction Technician Level II, 8/23/2021, Harrisburg, PA

· Traffic Signal Design/Engineering II, 8/23/2021, Harrisburg, PA

· Traffic Signal Field Technician II, 8/23/2021, Harrisburg, PA

· Traffic Signal Inspector, 8/26/2021, Harrisburg, PA

· Traffic Signal I, 8/26/2021, Harrisburg, PA

· Work Zone, 8/23/2021, Harrisburg, PA

· Work Zone Temporary Traffic Control Technician, 8/23/2021, Harrisburg, PA

SOUTHEASTERN SECTION

Contact: Glen Bollinger

P: (706)834-6107

· Traffic Signal Field Technician II, 8/24/2021, Online

· Traffic Signal Inspector. 8/24/2021, Online

· Traffic Signal Technician I, 8/24/2021, Online

· Work Zone Temporary Traffic Control Technician, 8/23/2021, Online

Industry Headlines

Be sure to visit IMSAsafety.org to view to see the latest news from IMSA’s Sustaining Member companies, located at the end of the home page.

Smart Cities

Will Legislation Propel the Smart City Movement?

Fiber Optics

Advanced 3d Printing Makes Light Work of Mini Optical Communications Device Fabrication

Fire Alarm

Suffolk Fire & Rescue Offering Hearing Impaired Smoke Alarm Program

Public Safety Telecommunications

New Leadership Making Progress Inside Tucson’s 9-1-1 Communications Center

Roadway and Area Lighting

Round Rock Approves Streetlight Study; Firefighters To Get Receive 3% Raise

Williamstown, MA COOL Committee Moving Forward With Streetlight Replacement for Better Light, Lower Costs

Electric Vehicle Chargers Will Soon Go up on Street Light Poles in Kansas City

Signs & Signals

Bike Boulevard: DOT Details Proposed Configuration for Netherland Avenue in Staten Island

Waitsfield, VA in-Street Crosswalk Sign Pilot Project Launched

Would Extending the Yellow Light at Traffic Signals Curb Red-Light Running?

Traffic and Transportation

A Road Map to Infrastructure

More Than $32 Million Allocated For LA County Transportation Projects

Transportation Committee Recommends 10 Tulsa Area Projects for Virus Relief Funding

Minnesota House Passes Transportation Budget Bill

Work Zone

New Work Zone Safety Law in Alabama Goes Into Effect July 1

Virginia County Pursues Autonomous, Work Zone Safety Tech

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