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National Operations Center of Excellence Newsletter - February 2015
Message from the Executive Director
By Dennis Motiani
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It’s been almost two months since I joined the National Operations Center of Excellence, so I thought it would be a good idea to pause and share what has transpired during this time. We had a very successful launch and presence during t
Research
TRB Security, Emergency Management, and Infrastructure Protection Research Status Report
Since September 11, 2001, 145 security-, emergency management-, and infrastructure protection-related planning and implementation projects have been initiated through programs managed by the Transportation Research Board (TRB). One hundred eleven of these projects have been completed;
Presentation
Webinar Recording: NOCoE 101
This webinar is an overview of the services offered by the National Operations Center of Excellence. Moderated by NOCoE Executive Director Dennis Motiani, presenters include Jeff Lindley (FHWA), Eric Rensel (ITE), John Nesbit (Washington State DOT), Laurie Matkowski (NOCoE Board Member), Pat McGowan
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State-of-the Practice
Virginia Statewide Systems Operations Program
The intent of the Statewide Systems Operations Program (SSOP) is the “mainstreaming” of operations, such that the concept of “operating” its roadway system permeates the essential fabric of the Virginia Department of Transportation’s (VDOT) strategic and tactical activities on a daily basis. The
Informational Product
NOVA Smart Travel Program Plan: Executive Summary
This document discusses the VDOT NOVA Smart Travel Program Plan and envisions that ITS will make travel “smart” through the application of technology, as well as through automated, streamlined agency processes and procedures. The document emphasizes that the focus is on attaining operating effici
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Vehicle Mileage Fee Primer
This primer provides an overview of vehicle mileage fees and is structured to highlight:
Frequently asked questions about vehicle mileage fees Long-term concerns with the current fuel tax system The argument for vehicle mileage fees Experiences with mileage fees and other road pri
Research
Institutional Architectures to Improve Transportation Systems Management and Operations
This article in the January-February 2013 issue of TR News provides a concise overview of research finding of SHRP 2 L06 on the institutional and organizational architectures necessary to perform effective TSM&O and the related guidance on improving agency capability in carrying out effective
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The Role of Transit in Emergency Evacuation
This report, commissioned by Congress, explores the capacity of transit systems serving the nation’s 38 largest urbanized areas (representing populations of >1 million) to accommodate the evacuation, egress, or ingress of people from or to critical locations in times of emergency. The research