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Safety Matters: May is National Bicycle Safety Month

May is National Bicycle Safety Month There are over 51 million people who ride bikes in the United States and they come in all shapes and sizes — from kids riding to school or out with friends to adults who cycle … Continue reading

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Safety Matters: April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month

April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 3,522 people lost their lives to distracted driving in 2021. Here in Connecticut in 2022 there were 5,300 distracted driving crashes resulting in eight … Continue reading

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Safety Matters: Two Connecticut Municipalities Are Working Towards Vision Zero

Two Connecticut Municipalities Are Working Towards Vision Zero Vision Zero has long been discussed in the transportation world, having been first implemented by Sweden in the 1990s. It centers around the idea of eliminating fatalities and serious injuries on our … Continue reading

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Safety Matters: Nighttime Visibility and Pedestrian/Bicyclist Safety

Nighttime Visibility and Pedestrian/Bicyclist Safety As winter settles in and days get shorter, nighttime visibility becomes even more important than usual. Of course, it is important for pedestrians and cyclists to be visible year-round during dark conditions, but winter creates … Continue reading

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2022 Ceremony Honoring T2 Center Program Graduates

On November 17, 2022, the Training & Technical Assistance (T2) Center staff, guests and Connecticut’s top transportation leaders honored 103 professionals who completed one or more of nine different certificate programs in 2022. There were 47 Public Works Academy graduates, … Continue reading

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Safety Matters: Pedestrian Safety is Everyone’s Responsibility

Pedestrian Safety is Everyone’s Responsibility October is National Pedestrian Safety Month so what better time to remind ourselves that ensuring pedestrian safety on our roadways is everyone’s responsibility. At some point throughout your day you will be a pedestrian, even … Continue reading

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Safety Matters: Learn About the Safety Circuit Rider Team

Learn About the Safety Circuit Rider Team On October 1, 2022, the Safety Circuit Rider (SCR) program will begin a five-year reauthorization. The T2 Center is very pleased to have this opportunity to continue our good work with local Connecticut … Continue reading

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Safety Matters: Speed Display Signs for Speed Management in Urban Communities

Safety Matters: Speed Display Signs for Speed Management in Urban Communities Across the country, speeding remains a problem on every type of roadway and in every type of community. Speed-related crashes often result in serious injuries or fatalities. In 2020, … Continue reading

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Leaders to Watch: Garrett Bolella, City of Norwalk

Garrett Bolella, City of Norwalk Garrett Bolella, P.E., P.T.O.E., Assistant Director of Transportation Services for the City of Norwalk, was named one of the 2022 40 Under 40 by the Fairfield County Business Journal. On June 16, 2022, Garrett was … Continue reading

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Safety Matters: New Equipment Available for Loan – Pavement Marking Retroreflectometer

New Equipment Available for Loan – Pavement Marking Retroreflectometer Pavement marking visibility is an important safety measure for road users. When drivers can adequately see center lines, edge lines, crosswalks and other pavement markings, they can make safe and appropriate … Continue reading

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