June 6, 2025 Secure Your Load promotes safer travel by encouraging drivers to properly secure cargo, helping protect families, community members, and first responders from preventable roadway hazards Free outreach materials and safety information are available to support community education and awareness efforts at http://www.secureyourload.com.
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Impaired Driving Awareness: Fourth of July Safety Resources
This Fourth of July, safe celebrations and responsible choices help uphold values of care, respect for life, and accountability for one another on the road. Note to include below the intro:The link below provides access to the NHTSA Image Library, featuring downloadable alcohol‑related safety images and outreach materials that can be used for community educationContinue reading “Impaired Driving Awareness: Fourth of July Safety Resources”
Institute of Transportation Engineers
Western District Meeting – Bellevue, WA June 28 – July 1, 2026https://www.westernite.org/register
Move Over Law Explained: Protecting First Responders
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, emergencyContinue reading “Move Over Law Explained: Protecting First Responders”
Non traditional Funding for Rural & Tribal Transportation Agencies
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
Older Driver Safety
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 supportContinue reading “Older Driver Safety”
Transportation Planning in/near Tribal Communities
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
Risk based Safety Planning for Tribes
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
BIA Northwest Transportation Symposium
May 10 – 12, 2026 Everett, WA
Results of a Systemic Study of Pedestrian Safety in Tribal Areas
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 informContinue reading “Results of a Systemic Study of Pedestrian Safety in Tribal Areas”