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  • Western District Meeting – Bellevue, WA June 28 – July 1, 2026https://www.westernite.org/register

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  • Free, ready‑to‑use safety posters from NHTSA support community outreach and education on critical topics like Move Over laws, pedestrian safety, seat belts, and more—ideal for Tribal offices, community spaces, and events. Print‑friendly and easy to share, these materials help reinforce lifesaving messages and can be used by Tribal planners in coordination with local partners, emergency…

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  • Discover overlooked funding opportunities that can help rural and Tribal communities move projects forward—even when budgets are tight. Get a quick, practical overview of three flexible programs (MATI, AARP Community Challenge, and a no‑match Rural & Tribal Technical Assistance grant) that support planning, design, and community‑driven transportation solutions.https://youtu.be/gNz-k1Hl-SI?si=TwubAjQjXrpIHrHk

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  • Older Driver Safety focuses on understanding and addressing transportation safety challenges related to an aging population. This training highlights strategies, tools, and best practices that support safer mobility, independence, and accessibility for older adults. Tribal planners may wish to share this training with MPOs, RTPOs, and partner agencies in cities and counties to help support…

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  • add a short note encouraging sharing with MPOs, RTPOs, and city/county partners to mirror the previous posting. https://youtu.be/T2-Jadpj9sg?si=6XDUT2piZzXX13Mu

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  • Risk‑Based Safety Planning for Tribes showcases proactive, data‑informed approaches to improving roadway safety on Tribal lands—especially where crash data are limited. This webinar introduces systemic, risk‑based methods that help identify safety priorities, target high‑risk roadway features, and support stronger transportation safety planning and project development.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AgQlEVdL1uk

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  • May 10 – 12, 2026 Everett, WA

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  • Results of a Systemic Study of Pedestrian Safety in Tribal Areas presents key findings from a data‑driven analysis of pedestrian safety challenges on Tribal transportation systems. This webinar highlights how systemic approaches can identify risk factors, prioritize countermeasures, and support proactive strategies to improve pedestrian safety. Participants gain insight into practical methods that can inform…

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  • In 2024, 1,103 bicyclists were killed in traffic crashes. Communication is a key part of bicycle safety programs and May is Bicycle Safety Month — a great opportunity to include and increase bicycle safety messaging across all platforms. For more information, click here.Link: https://www.trafficsafetymarketing.gov/safety-topics/bicycle-safety

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  • National Center for Rural Road Safety In this webinar you will learn simple, repeatable techniques to explain and promote the Safe System Approach to people – technical and non-technical – who may be unfamiliar with it. Use these fun, effective communication tools to spread the life-saving message of the Safe System Approach.

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