Traffic Expo Magazine 2018

Exhibitors 2018Make the most of your JANUARY 26-30, 2018exhibition spend EXPO: JANUARY 28-30 SAN ANTONIO, TEXASEducationOpportunitiesATSSA responds to requests formore session variety with excitingnew training optionsInterviewOutgoing Chair, Debra Rickershares on volunteer leadershipwith ATSSAInnovationInnovation and theroadway safety industry



Table of ContentsInterview with ATSSA Board Chair, Debra Lee Ricker  2Preview the Future: ATSSA’s 48th Annual Convention &Traffic Expo  4ATSSA Training News  7Schedule of Events  8Interview with The Foundation President, Tom Wood  10Foundation Events  12Special Events  16A New ATSSA Educational Experience Planned  18Much More Than a Return on Investment  20Area Attractions  22Housing is Open  23 nearly 3,500 attendees 550+ exhibit booths 200,000 square-foot exhibit hallRecognized as an IAEE Certified Exhibition 1ATSSA’s Annual Convention & Traffic Expo has beenrecognized as a Certified Exhibition by the InternationalAssociation of Exhibitions and Events (IAEE), based onits code of ethics and standards, by continuing to offereducational credits, and by demonstrating consistentverified growth, as well as fulfilling other key criteria. American Traffic Safety Services Association 2018 Annual Convention & Traffic Expo

Interview with ATSSA ChairDebra LeeRickerATSSA Chair Debra Ricker will pass annual Legislative Briefing & Fly-In, hasthe gavel to incoming Chair Juan Arvizu seen a dramatic increase in the numberduring ATSSA’s 48th Annual Convention of participants, especially among those& Traffic Expo in San Antonio, Texas on making the trip to Capitol Hill for theSunday, Jan. 28, 2018. During a recent first time. The board also fully supportsinterview with ATSSA, the outgoing chair The Foundation and its many activities,took the opportunity to look back on her especially the Experience Camps Traveltwo-year term. Scholarship program, which really compliments our Roadway WorkerWhat are some of the highlights Memorial Scholarship program. Thethat come to mind when you board has also aggressively prioritizedlook back at your term as the innovation in autonomous vehiclesATSSA Chair? into our work plans as a high priority, so that our members are kept aware of theIbelieve the biggest thing the board has many opportunities and the challenges done during the last couple years is that exist in this area. I would expect thisdramatically increase member value, in a number of ways. to be a central core focus for ATSSA forFor example, a lot of new programs and staffing upgrades a long time now, as it has a huge potential impact on ourwere developed to meet the immediate needs of our industry and more importantly, on what our members do.members. One that comes to mind is in the Government And of course the highway bill, an issue that seems to beRelations Department, where we now have a state perpetually unfinished. Soon our nation’s leaders will havegovernment relations representative who works directly on to write a new bill, so that process on Capitol Hill will alwaysstate specific issues that are of immediate interest to our be an ongoing one. All of these things, I believe, greatlychapters and to our members across the country. We’ve enhance our members’ bottom line, help them expand theiradded a technical position to assist our members with any businesses, and demonstrate to them true ATSSA memberissue they may be facing in the field. As a result, our “Tech value.Corner” column in The Flash newsletter is a regular featurenow that helps answer many roadway safety questions Did your service as ATSSA Chair offer you athat members had difficulty finding answers to in the past. different point of view on the association?We’ve also significantly improved our chapter efforts aswell, by expanding and adding multiple states to an already I really do look at ATSSA in a different way now. Prior tovibrant chapter network. Another highlight is our fantastic being on the board, I never put much thought into whatLeadership Program, which continues to be and has been went into the planning for events or member activities by thea great success that’s given so many ATSSA members many departments within the organization. Once I becamean opportunity to return to their businesses and put into active on the board and then became familiar with thepractice what they’ve learned in the course. Additionally, incredible strategic planning process that’s practiced, I wasthe event that always follows the Leadership Program, our completely impressed. It became evident immediately that2 Traffic Expo Magazine • expo.atssa.com

everything that this association does revolves around the these unless you’re active in the chapter, on a committee,membership and doing the best thing for our members. The or by volunteering in some other way in the association.strategic planning that staff undertakes every year is a very My overall experience in committees, as well as throughwell thought out and planned process and much of what I service on the board, has been extremely positive. Yes, itlearned by participating in this process on the board actually does involve a lot of time, but staff is so incredibly helpfulhelped me in my own business. It helped me to be a better and accommodating, we are always well prepared for ourleader too. I am really impressed with the caliber of ourboard members and right now we have a really good mix. “Once I became active on the board...Some of them are long-term board members and others are it became evident immediately thatyounger, new members, so the discussions that we’ve hadhave all been very fresh and exciting. everything this association does revolves around the membership andWhat advice can you offer ATSSA members doing the best thing for our members.”who may be considering service in a volunteerleadership position? meetings, discussions and what needs to be done. As I mentioned earlier, we have a strong board and exceptionalI would tell members who are considering service as leaders at all levels that get things done in a streamlineda volunteer to sit in a couple of committee meetings or and efficient manner. Serving in any volunteer positionlocal chapter meetings first, see how the process works, within ATSSA is really a matter of personal prioritizing andand if you like what you see, join the committee. You’ll time management, but it is doable for any member. Mylearn and become involved in issues sooner, than if you volunteer service has also allowed me to make a lot of newweren’t involved at all. Committee participation will lead connections and to forge deeper friendships with so manyyou up the scale, depending on how much time you want members. It has been an extremely rewarding experience.to put into the association as a volunteer. The next thingI would recommend is the ATSSA Leadership Program. What’s next after you pass the gavel toVolunteering your time, on a committee for example, is your successor?great for the member personally and for the association, butpersonal development is also important, and you’ll find that I plan to continue staying active in ATSSA as I complete myin the Leadership Program. commitment as past chair, and I also plan to be available to work on any issue that can add value and best serveIn your view, what are other benefits of service our membership. I also hope in years to come to becomeas a volunteer? more active with The Foundation. As long as I am in this industry, I plan to stay very active with this great associationVolunteers who work with other members to help advance as the benefits, friendships, networking and opportunitiesour association will soon find that they share a common are many.cause with other members, that they are not alone. Thenetworking opportunities are amazing, and you wouldn’t haveAmerican Traffic Safety Services Association 2018 Annual Convention & Traffic Expo 3

Preview the FutureATSSA’s 48th Annual Convention & Traffic Expo promisesdiscussions, developments, and solutionsNearly 3,500 delegates, exhibitors and roadway safety professionals from around the world, including services, hear about the latest developments and hot topicsbusiness leaders, government officials, manufacturers, and in the industry and witness the industry’s latest innovationsstate and local department of transportation personnel, in safety and technology.will convene for ATSSA’s 48th Annual Convention & TrafficExpo at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Roadway safety professionals from around the worldAntonio, Texas, Jan. 26-30, 2018. convene at the event, including:Whether you’re attending the event for the first time or are • Manufacturersa long-time participant, you’ll find there’s something for • Supplierseveryone. For roadway safety professionals, there’s no • Contractorsbetter place to meet, network and learn than at ATSSA’s • Legislative advocacy professionals48th Annual Convention & Traffic Expo. • Federal, state and local public agency representativesNationally recognized as the premier roadway safety event ATSSA’s 48th Annual Convention & Traffic Expo providesin America, ATSSA’s Annual Convention offers an exciting, companies opportunities to showcase their products andentertaining, and informative Opening General Session, services to key users, including department of transportationunique education sessions, special events and Traffic Expo officials, suppliers and contractors.that encompasses 200,000 square-feet of exhibition spacefeaturing nearly 600 exhibit booths. Traffic Expo showcases Because of Traffic Expo’s immense popularity, all exhibita variety of innovative and technological roadway safety booths for the 2018 exposition have been sold out sinceproducts services under one roof. September. For information about how to secure exhibit booth space for the 2019 Traffic Expo, contact Bill Dallas,During the event, attendees will find roadway safety ATSSA’s convention sales manager, at 540-376-3864 orsolutions, preview the future in roadway safety products and email [email protected]. Convention: January 26-30, 2018 Some of the great thingsTraffic Expo: January 28-30, 2018 to expect during ATSSA’s 48th Annual Convention & Location: Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center Traffic Expo 900 E. Market Street The Chairman’s Reception, Opening San Antonio, Texas 78205 General Session and New Member Welcome are ideal opportunities2018 Exhibitor dates and times to meet and network with industry leaders, business professionals and Set-Up peers, who are all vital to your business. Saturday, January 27, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sunday, January 28, 8 a.m. - 11 a.m. The Opening General Session will feature guest speakers who will Exhibits open discuss topics relevant to the roadway Sunday, January 28, Noon - 5:30 p.m. safety industry, the presentation of Monday, January 29, 11:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. the prestigious national awards and Tuesday, January 30, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. the Industry Achievement Award. Tear Down Tuesday, January 30, 1 p.m. - 8 p.m.4 Traffic Expo Magazine • expo.atssa.com

Download ATSSA’s Annual Convention mobile appATSSA’s 48th Annual Convention & Traffic Expo Mobile App will be fully functional oniPhone, iPad and Android phones and will be available at no cost. The user-friendly appprovides attendees everything they need to know about the event at their fingertips.It will allow users to download and view a list of exhibitors and booth locations, aninteractive floor plan, session times and locations, descriptions of events and speakerinformation. Through the app’s agenda manager, you can participate in live pollingduring the event, complete surveys and plan your days during the event. Look for moreinformation on the app launch date at expo.atssa.com/app.html!ATSSA Chair Debra Ricker, of Worksafe Traffic Control To receive a discount, registrationIndustries, Inc., will officially pass the gavel to incoming must be completed by December 22.Chair Juan Arvizu, of Pavement Marking, Inc. Arvizu will After this date, regular rates will apply. For anbegin his two-year term as ATSSA chair at the event. explanation of fees and discounts, see the registration form insert in this magazine or online at expo.atssa.com.New roadway safety products that have been introducedin the industry since the last ATSSA Annual Convention & Special eventsTraffic Expo are eligible for ATSSA’s New Products Rollout.Participants in this event can also vie for the prestigious Most events held in conjunction with ATSSA’s AnnualATSSA Innovation Awards. (Applications are required to Convention & Traffic Expo will take place at the Henry B.participate in these event. To download an application, visit Gonzalez Convention Center unless otherwise noted. Checkexpo.atssa.com/productsrollout.html.) the mobile app for the latest dates, times and locations.ATSSA’s Circle of Innovation event allows state The Chairman’s Reception will be held at the Marriotttransportation officials the opportunity to voice their “needs Riverwalk (headquarters hotel), 889 E. Market Street, Sanin the field,” such as signs, work zone safety gear, pavement Antonio, Texas, 78205. The Foundation’s 27th Annual Golfmarkings, worker apparel, Intelligent Transportation Classic Tournament will be held at the Palmer Course atSystems, guardrail, temporary traffic control devices and La Cantera at 17865 Babcock Road, San Antonio, Texas,more, to manufacturers and suppliers in attendance. 78256. In addition, the Sixth Annual Sporting Clays Event will be held at the National Shooting Complex, 5931 RoftReceive 1.4 Continuing Education Units Road, San Antonio, Texas, 78753.for attending the conference.Concurrent education sessions offer cutting-edgeinformation on a variety of subjects. See page 18 and 19 forcourse information or visit expo.atssa.com.Traffic Talk sessions help keep attendees abreast of awide range of roadway safety industry topics. The ATSSAPavilion will host the 25-minute sessions that encompasscurrent trends and industry topics presented by the ATSSALeadership Team and industry experts.Register to AttendTo register for the convention, secure hotel accommodationsin the ATSSA room block and find out more about datesand times for committee and council meetings, as well asspecial events, visit expo.atssa.com. For assistance withregistration or to edit current registered personnel, contacteShow Registration: • by phone at 847-620-4489 • or email [email protected] and use “2018 ATSSA Annual Convention & Traffic Expo” in the subject line.American Traffic Safety Services Association 2018 Annual Convention & Traffic Expo 5

Dress codeThe dress code for the ATSSA’s Annual Convention & TrafficExpo is business casual. Slacks and casual dresses areencouraged. Neckties, business suits or other business attireare acceptable but are not required at any ATSSA event.Membership policy Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center 900 E. Market Street, San Antonio, TX 78205You don’t have to be an ATSSA member to attend ATSSA’sAnnual Convention & Traffic Expo; however, you’ll save Future ATSSA Convention & Traffic Expo Datesmoney on both convention registration and membershipfees if you become a member. Once you become an ATSSA 2019: February 8-12member, you’ll also be eligible to take advantage of the Tampa Convention Centerassociation’s many benefits. Call 800-272-8772 or email 333 S. Franklin Street, Tampa, FL [email protected] for complete details. 2020: January 24-28Cancellations and refunds Ernest N. Morial Convention Center 900 Convention Center Boulevard, New Orleans, LA 70130 • All requests for cancellations must be in writing. • Full registration fee, minus a $50 administrative fee, 2021: January 29 - February 2 San Diego Convention Center will be refunded if the cancellation is postmarked 111 W. Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92101 prior to December 15, 2017. Cancellation requests received after December 15 are not refundable. • Credit card refunds will be processed within 10 days after receipt of the request. All other refunds will be issued after the 2018 Annual Convention & Traffic Expo. • Exhibit-only passes are non-refundable under any circumstances.ATSSA TrainedEvery Job. Every Day. Every Time. For nearly 50 years, ATSSA trained and certified workers have stepped into the work zone confident in their ability to stay safe. Rest easy knowing that your crews have been provided the very best roadway safety training available in the industry. ATSSA’s diverse, wide range of roadway worker safety training and courses can be custom tailored to fit your company’s demanding, ever-changing needs. Insist on the best roadway safety training available. Insist on ATSSA training. Call 800-272-8772, or email [email protected] to be put in contact with an ATSSA Safety Training Specialist today. American Traffic Safety Services Association www.atssa.com6 Traffic Expo Magazine • expo.atssa.com

ATSSA Training Newsake advantage of ATSSA’s superior training courses High Friction Surface Treatment Inspection & Installation (HFST)Tconveniently scheduled around the 48th Annual January 31, 2018 ● One Day ● 8 hoursConvention & Traffic Expo in San Antonio, Texas. Choose La Quinta Inn & Suites Riverwalk, 303 Blum Streetfrom the courses listed below. As an added perk, you’llreceive a free, one-day Traffic Expo Pass for use between This course provides an overview of high friction surfaceJan. 28-30, 2018 just for attending one or more courses. treatment (HFST), key considerations, and general best practices for installation. It also includes an inspectionTraffic Control Technician (TCT) module for owner-agency inspectors of HFST installations. Key areas of focus include: installation methods andJanuary 22, 2018 ● One Day ● 8 hours equipment; post-installation procedures; inspection ofSan Antonio Marriott Riverwalk, 889 E. Market Street surface preparation, materials, and installation practices; and monitoring.Everyone involved in a construction work zone projectshould have a basic knowledge of temporary traffic control Operation & Application of Truck-Mountedthat allows them to assist in installing traffic control devices, Attenuators (TMAs)monitoring their performance, and recognizing deficienciesduring the course of a project. January 31, 2018 ● Half Day ● 4 hours La Quinta Inn & Suites Riverwalk, 303 Blum StreetThe TCT course is an introduction to temporary trafficcontrol in work zones for individuals who work in the field This course is an introductory course on the operation andinstalling and removing traffic control devices. The course application of TMAs in work zones. The course appliesprovides concepts, techniques, and practice exercises in workable concepts, applications, and recommendedthe installation and maintenance of traffic control devices. practices in the deployment, operation, and removal of TMAs. Previous experience in TMA driving is not requiredTraffic Control Supervisor (TCS) for this course.January 23-24, 2018 ● Two Days ● 16 hours Pavement Marking Technician (PMT)San Antonio Marriott Riverwalk, 889 E. Market Street January 31 - February 1, 2018 ● Two Days ● 16 hoursThe TCS course is designed to train those who will be San Antonio Marriott Riverwalk, 889 E. Market Streetactively involved in designing or setting up and maintainingtemporary traffic control in a work zone. It moves from the This course is designed to increase the knowledge and skillsconcepts and techniques taught in the TCT course to the of agency and contractor personnel who are responsibleimplementation of traffic control plans and techniques for for the selection, installation, and inspection of pavementinstallation and removal. Students are taught how to read markings. The course includes instruction about pavementand interpret plans and specifications and implement them marking materials; application processes and quality control;in the field. Workshops included in the course are designed pavement marking standards and principles as containedto provide real world examples in designing temporary in the MUTCD; EPA, DOT, and OSHA regulations; torttraffic control setups and also recognizing, analyzing and liability and other legal issues, including documentation andcorrecting deficiencies. An additional, vital objective of this regulation compliance; as well as traffic control design forcourse is teaching students the skills necessary to become pavement marking installation.an effective supervisor, capable of leading a team in the field. Traffic Control Design Specialist (TCDS)Flagger Instructor Training (FIT) February 1-2, 2018 ● Two Days ● 16 hoursJanuary 25-26, 2018 ● Two Days ● 16 hours La Quinta Inn & Suites Riverwalk, 303 Blum StreetSan Antonio Marriott Riverwalk, 889 E. Market Street This course addresses the entire process for designing,Flagging traffic is both a critical and a potentially hazardous installing, maintaining, and evaluating temporary trafficpart of providing a safe work zone. Flaggers are responsible control in work zones. This course will teach studentsfor protecting their fellow workers as well as motorists. to understand the engineering concepts necessary toThe FIT course is designed to teach students how to properly design effective traffic control plans, as well aseffectively teach flagger courses. This train-the-trainer the fundamental principles of temporary traffic control, thecourse emphasizes skills and techniques for teaching the sources of standards and guidelines, the proper processesfundamentals of flagging. Students are provided with all the and procedures for adjustments, and legal implications. It isinformation needed to present the four-hour ATSSA flagger recommended for traffic engineers, engineering technicians,certification training course. Each FIT student must teach consultants, and other individuals responsible for temporarya short section of this material to demonstrate their ability traffic control design and plan approval.to communicate and effectively present the material tolearners. Individuals successfully completing the FIT will be Register for training courses: visit www.atssa.com/Training orrecognized as ATSSA Certified Flagger Instructors. call 800-272-8772. Registration for ATSSA’s training courses in San Antonio is available until the day before they are scheduled.American Traffic Safety Services Association 2018 Annual Convention & Traffic Expo 7

Schedule of EventsAll events take place at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center unless otherwise noted.Event schedule subject to change. Visit expo.atssa.com/schedule.html or use the mobile app for updates.Friday, January 269 a.m. - 4 p.m. The Foundation’s 27th Annual Golf Classic Tournament Palmer Course at La Cantera, 17865 Babcock Road, San Antonio, TX10 a.m. - 3 p.m. The Foundation’s 6th Annual Sporting Clays Event National Shooting Complex, 5931 Roft Road, San Antonio, TXSaturday, January 277 a.m. - 5 p.m. On-Site Registration Open7 a.m. - 3:15 p.m. Committee Continental Breakfast, General Session, Breaks, Lunch8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Exhibitor Set-up8 a.m. - 6 p.m. First Aid Station8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Committee/Council Meetings6 - 7:30 p.m. Chairman’s Reception (Ticket Required) - see page 16 San Antonio Marriott Riverwalk (Headquarters Hotel), 889 E. Market Street, San Antonio, TXSunday, January 287 a.m. - 5 p.m. On-Site Registration Open8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. First Aid Station8 - 11 a.m. Exhibitor Set-up9 - 11:30 a.m. Opening General Session and Breakfast (Tickets Required) - see page 16Noon - 4 p.m. Cash Lunch AvailableNoon - 5:30 p.m. Traffic Expo Grand OpeningTimes TBD ATSSA Traffic Talks - see page 19 ATSSA Pavilion #534 at the Convention Center2 - 3 p.m. New Member Welcome (By Invitation Only) - see page 17 ATSSA Pavilion #534 at the Convention Center3 - 5 p.m. ATSSA’s New Products Rollout - see page 166 - 7 p.m. ATSSA PAC Reception (By Invitation Only - Location information will be provided)Monday, January 297 a.m. - 5 p.m. On-Site Registration Open7:30 - 8:15 a.m. Continental Breakfast (Open to All Registered Attendees and Exhibitors)8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. First Aid Station8:30 - 10 a.m. ATSSA’s Circle of Innovation - see page 179 - 10 a.m. Concurrent Sessions - see page 1810:15 - 11:15 a.m. Concurrent Sessions - see page 1811:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Traffic Expo Exhibits Open11:30 - 11:45 a.m. ATSSA Innovation Awards Recognition Ceremony - see page 17 ATSSA Pavilion #534 at the Convention CenterNoon - 4 p.m. Cash Lunch Available1 - 2 p.m. Meet Your Chapter Liaison - see page 17 ATSSA Pavilion #534 at the Convention CenterTimes TBD ATSSA Traffic Talks - see page 19 ATSSA Pavilion #534 at the Convention Center8 Traffic Expo Magazine • expo.atssa.com

Tuesday, January 307:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. On-Site Registration Open7:30 - Noon First Aid Station8 - 8:30 a.m. Continental Breakfast (Open to All Registered Attendees and Exhibitors)8 - 10 a.m. Concurrent Sessions - see page 189 - 10 a.m. Concurrent Sessions - see page 1810 a.m. - 1 p.m. Traffic Expo Exhibits Open11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Cash Lunch Available1 - 8 p.m. Exhibitor Tear DownSuitcasers Public officials, law enforcement,Suitcasers are individuals who are not exhibiting during the first responders, etc.event. In some cases, non-ATSSA member registrants who attend Traffic Expo atgain entry to Traffic Expo attempt to sell their products andservices by going from booth to booth. Any event attendee no chargewho is observed soliciting business in booths, in the aisles on Tuesdayor at other public places used by conference attendees,will be asked to leave the premises immediately. Additionalpenalties may also apply. Please report suspectedsuitcasers to show management immediately.roll-up signs / interstate signs / barricades / sign stands / alpolic® 350 / backplates/ tra c signs / eet graphics / roll goods HEADQUARTERS FOR TRANSPORTATION SAFETY AND FLEET GRAPHICSKorman Signs, Inc. has been manufacturing tra c signs with high quality 3M™ materials over the past 43 years. Our 110,000 square footfacility in Richmond, Virginia, serves as a home base for the manufacture and distribution of a wide range of transportation safety products,including sign stands & roll-up signs. Today we have one of the largest work zone signage, sign stand, tra c sign, tra c signal backplate andtra c control product inventories in the country, serving local, state & federal governments e ectively, as well as the private sector.We look forward to seeing you in 2018 at the ATSSA Tra c Expo Visit us online at www.kormansigns.comin San Antonio, TX, visit us at Booth #111!3029 Lincoln Avenue, Richmond, VA 23228 • Ph 800-296-6050 • Fx 804-261-1040 • [email protected] American Traffic Safety Services Association 2018 Annual Convention & Traffic Expo 9

Interview with The Foundation PresidentTomWoodWhat would you tell new ATSSA members who directly, who we believe may be able to help us. We wouldmay not be familiar with The Foundation? love to hear from ATSSA members who may know of a family who has suffered a loss, and has young children whoFirst, I must credit Past Foundation President Sue Reiss, could use encouragement, support and assistance through who was instrumental during her term by sending a an Experience Camp Travel Scholarship or some othervery strong message to our membership as to what The program that we could offer them.Foundation is, and what it is The Foundation does withinour industry. Sue’s efforts as president were very effective What do recipients of Foundation educationalin raising awareness and gaining incredible support for our scholarships tell you?programs from ATSSA members. I just got an email from (scholarship recipient) AndreaOur mission includes managing community outreach Pear this morning. From my individual point of view,programs, such as The Foundation’s National Work Zone getting a chance to meet and get to know these peopleMemorial, which promotes work zone safety and awareness has really driven home for me exactly how important thesethrough public awareness campaigns held throughout the Foundation programs are. In Andrea’s case for example,year across the country. We also provide charitable support the scholarships mean so much to her, and she’s alwaysto young students to help them achieve their academic so grateful. Whenever I speak to her, or hear from othergoals though the Roadway Worker Memorial Scholarship scholarship recipients, and hear the joy in their voices, IProgram. Most recently, we added opportunities for young tend to think I get am getting more out of The Foundationchildren to attend Experience Camps, where these children than they are.– the sons and daughters of roadway workers killed in workzones – have a safe place to meet other children who are I do encourage all ATSSA members to take the opportunitycoping with similar life challenges. So, these would be our to get to know our scholarship recipients at The Foundationmain focus areas and that’s what we spend the majority of events held during the Annual Convention, specificallyour time advancing and improving. It’s been, in my time as during the golf and sporting clays fundraisers, as well aspresident, a very fulfilling experience for me personally. on the exhibit hall floor. These young adults really help put a face on the many great things The Foundation does andWho determines the direction of The they each have an incredible story to tell.Foundation’s many activities? How can ATSSA members help raiseWe have a board of industry representatives who share awareness of The Foundation in our industry?responsibly for the direction of The Foundation. Everythingthat we focus on is jointly decided upon before moving First, the all-new National Work Zone Memorial debuted lastforward. A lot of new ideas, like companies taking on their own year, and it has been an incredible success at events acrossunique fundraising activities to help The Foundation during the country. ATSSA members can reserve the memorial forATSSA’s Annual Convention & Traffic Expo, are amazing. their event simply by downloading and filling out the host application form, found on the ATSSA website. Hosting theOne of our latest board actions was fully funding younger memorial at community events across the country helpschildren to attend these Experience Camps that I mentioned keep the work zone safety message out in front throughoutearlier, where they have the opportunity to spend time with the entire year.other children who have suffered a personal loss withintheir family as well. The camps offer tremendous support Also, to reiterate, we are constantly looking for candidatesfor kids and we feel, as a board, very strongly that this is for scholarships programs. ATSSA members can eithersomething that will benefit these kids tremendously. With refer prospective applicants to us, or send us their ideas onthat said, I must say that our ability to reach candidates for who we should be asking, and we will make the call. Thethese camps has been difficult, but we have been working Foundation staff has been fantastic and will do everythingon different approaches by contacting state Department they can to continue broadening our outreach.of Transportation Offices and ATSSA member companies10 Traffic Expo Magazine • expo.atssa.com

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Foundation Events Presented by:Event schedule subject to change. Presented by:The Foundation’s 27th Annual The Foundation’s 6th AnnualGolf Classic Tournament Sporting Clays EventFriday, January 26, 2018 at 9 a.m. Friday, January 26, 2018 at 10 a.m.Palmer Course at La Cantera National Shooting Complex17865 Babcock Road, San Antonio, TX 78255 5931 Roft Road, San Antonio, TX 78253The Foundation’s Golf Classic Tournament sells out The National Shooting Complex welcomes shooters ofeach year. The popular event is successful because of all levels and is a favorite venue of some of the world’sits generous sponsors and participants, who enable The most accomplished shooters. Registration includes 100Foundation to continue its mission of Toward Zero Deaths sporting clay targets, shotgun shells, a luncheon and anthrough charitable giving and public awareness programs. awards ceremony. All proceeds from the event benefit TheThese programs include the Roadway Worker Memorial Foundation’s many activities and programs.Scholarship, the National Work Zone Memorial andExperience Camps Travel Scholarship. The golf tournament Registration fee is $275 per person before January 1, 2018,is a great opportunity to spend time with friends on the links $300 per person after January 1.and offers exceptional networking opportunities.Registration fee is $295 per golfer, which includes green fees,golf cart, gift, breakfast, luncheon and awards ceremony.Clubs are available for rent at $75 per set. Clubs must bereserved prior to the tournament by January 5, 2018.Golf Tournament Schedule: Sporting Clays Schedule:8:00 a.m. Registration opens 8:00 a.m. Registration opens8:45 a.m. Proceed to golf carts 9:30 a.m. Safety briefing9:00 a.m. Shotgun start 10:00 a.m. Event begins2:30 p.m. Luncheon and awards ceremony 2:30 p.m. Luncheon and awards ceremony (approx.) (approx.) All sponsorship payments, company logos and participant information must be received by January 5. Sponsorship registrations must be completed by January 5 to be included in all recognition. Email logos to Foundation Manager Lori Diaz at [email protected]. For more information about these events, visit www.atssa.com/TheFoundation12 Traffic Expo Magazine • expo.atssa.com

Sponsorship opportunities available National Work Zone MemorialThe Foundation offers many sponsorship opportunities to Sunday through Tuesday, January 28-30support the annual Golf Classic Tournament and Sporting Visit the Memorial in the Exhibit HallClays events and charitable programs. Sponsors receive Booth #434corporate recognition during the events at ATSSA’s 48thAnnual Convention & Traffic Expo. The Foundation’s National Work Zone Memorial honors roadway workers, motorists, passengers, pedestrians,Many golf tournament sponsorships include at least one police officers and first responders who were killed in workfree golf admission and range from $400 to $7,500. zone accidents. Inscribed with more than 1,400 names, the Memorial travels throughout the nation each year to raiseSporting clays sponsorships range from $500 to $2,000. public awareness of the need to respect roadway workers and the dangers that exist behind the orange barrels andAct now to: cones. • Get the best sponsorship choices • Promote roadway safety The names submitted for 2017 will be honored during the • Showcase your company to thousands of attendees Opening General Session. Visit booth #434 to find out more about The Foundation’s programs and meet FoundationTo learn more about The Foundation’s various sponsorship board members and staff.opportunities, visit www.atssa.com/TheFoundation.Volunteers neededThe Foundation seeks volunteers during the Golf ClassicTournament and the Sporting Clays events to succeedin making them memorable for all participants. Fromregistering and setting up for the awards ceremony tohelping with prize drawings and keeping scores, there arevolunteer openings available.For more information about The Foundation’s events,sponsorships and on-site volunteer work, contactFoundation Manager Lori Diaz at 540-376-3882 or [email protected]. The Foundation President, Tom Wood (right), discusses the National Work Zone Memorial with Director of Safety at AWP, Inc., Tim Coffey (left). American Traffic Safety Services Association 2018 Annual Convention & Traffic Expo 13

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Special EventsATSSA’s 48th Annual Convention & Traffic Expo is ideal for making new contacts, networking and meeting roadway safety professionals who are crucial to your future. ATSSA offers numerous opportunities to meet with industry leaders,business professionals and peers.All events take place at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center unless otherwise noted. Event schedule subject tochange. Visit expo.atssa.com/schedule.html or use the mobile app for updates.Chairman’s Reception Opening General Session and BreakfastSaturday, January 27, 6 - 7:30 p.m. Sunday, January 28, 9 - 11:30 a.m.San Antonio Marriott Riverwalk (Headquarters Hotel) This dynamic session includes the latest industry news,The Chairman’s Reception marks the first official networking ATSSA updates and the announcements of the 2017 ATSSAevent of ATSSA’s Convention & Traffic Expo. Meet industry national and Industry Achievement awards recipients.colleagues and new acquaintances at this annual favorite.(Ticket Required) The event includes:ATSSA’s New Products Rollout • ATSSA update from Chair Deb Ricker • Several industry guest speakersSunday, January 28, 3 - 5 p.m. • ATSSA Industry Achievement Award • ATSSA National Safety AwardExhibitors who introduced new products after February 1, • ATSSA National Media Award2017 are eligible to participate in ATSSA’s New Products • The Foundation and its programsRollout event for a fee. Entrants may also apply to vie for • Leadership Committee Reportthe ATSSA Innovation Awards. Winners receive a trophy • Gavel exchange, from ATSSA Chair Deb Ricker toand feature stories in ATSSA publications, as well as pressreleases to hometown newspapers. The event is limited to Incoming Chair Juan Arvizu15 applicants. For more information and an application, visitexpo.atssa.com/productsrollout.html. Grand Opening - ATSSA’s Traffic Expo Show FloorEntry Fee: $500 ATSSA members $1,000 non-members Sunday, January 28, Noon ATSSA’s Traffic Expo features more than 200 exhibiting companies in more than 200,000 square-feet of exhibit space, showcasing the latest products and services for the industry. A wide variety of cutting edge traffic safety solutions and state-of-the-art roadway safety vehicles and heavy equipment will be on display on the show floor, so don’t miss the grand opening.New Products presentations andmanufacturer’s interviewsThroughout the eventATSSA will have dedicated television monitors that willbroadcast interviews with ATSSA’s New Products Rolloutparticipants at the convention center. Participants willexplain and demonstrate their lifesaving roadway safetyproducts and services on camera.16 Traffic Expo Magazine • expo.atssa.com

New Member Welcome Sunday, January 28, 2 - 3 p.m. in the ATSSA Pavilion If you’re new to ATSSA, this is the ideal opportunity to meet other new members and learn how to make the most of ATSSA in daily business operations. ATSSA’s board of directors and staff will be there to welcome you. (By invitation only.) ATSSA’s Circle of Innovation Monday, January 29, 8:30 - 10 a.m.ATSSA Pavilion This exciting, fast-paced event provides state department of transportation roadway and safety engineers a uniqueSunday through Tuesday, January 28-30 opportunity to present their unmet needs to ATSSABooth #534 manufacturers and installers, who will be present in a vibrant, theater-style setting. More than 200 transportation officialsVisit the ATSSA Pavilion to meet ATSSA staff and learn from across the country use this unique forum to express theirmore about the association’s strategic plan, ATSSA superior needs in the field in areas, such as signs, pavement markings,training, membership, government relations activities, guardrail and cable, roadside safety devices, Intelligentindustry initiatives and the many benefits and ways the Transportation Systems, vehicle-to-infrastructure innovationassociation serves its members. and technology, roadway worker personal safety, positive guidance and separation, motorcycle safety and more.ATSSA Innovation Awards, Announcementand Recognition Ceremony Public officials who attend ATSSA’s 48th Annual Convention & Traffic Expo on ATSSA-paid scholarships must attendSunday, January 28, Noon - 5:30 p.m. this event. Public agency representatives receive priorityJudges visit participating exhibitors seating. Remaining seats are by invitation in advance, and one admission ticket is allowed for each exhibiting company.Monday, January 29 (By invitation only, ticket required.)Announcements: during ATSSA’s Circle of InnovationCeremony: 11:30 a.m. in the ATSSA Pavilion Meet Your Chapter LiaisonATSSA Innovation Awards recognize the top three Monday, January 29, 1 - 2 p.m.innovative products at Traffic Expo selected by a group in the ATSSA Pavilionof public transportation officials. The judges will visit eachof the exhibitors participating in this event during official Do you have questions about ATSSA chapter involvement?exhibit hours (Noon – 5:30 p.m.) on Sunday, January 28 to Are you wondering what benefits the ATSSA chapterpersonally evaluate and examine the new product or service, network might have for you? Are you looking to get more outintroduced to the industry since February 1, 2017. Winners of your membership dollars and the biggest bang for yourreceive a trophy and feature stories in ATSSA publications. buck or increasing your member value? All ATSSA Chapter Liaisons will be available to meet with you at the ATSSA Pavilion on Monday, January 29 from 1 to 2 p.m. Stop by and meet your ATSSA Chapter Liaison.American Traffic Safety Services Association 2018 Annual Convention & Traffic Expo 17

A New ATSSA • Maintenance, Application, and Highlights of Bus and Educational Bicycle Lanes in Urban AreasExperience Planned • NEMA TS-5 Specification for Portable Traffic SignalsATSSA’s education session offerings at the Annual • OSHA Compliance in Roadway Work Zones • Real-world Challenges with Temporary Barrier Use Convention & Traffic Expo are creatively developedthrough research and member surveys to provide the most and Testingbeneficial and timely information available in the industry. • Red and Green Markings – The Truth About ColoredATSSA’s primary goal is to bring the highest possiblemember value to participants, while improving their day- Pavement Demarcationto-day business and professional operations. Attendees • Using Work Zone Crash Data as a Performancereceive 1.4 Continuing Education Units for attending theconference and education sessions. Measure • Safety Benefits of Retroreflective Sheeting andCall for proposals MarkingsThe roadway safety industry continues to evolve at such • Towards Best Practices for Pavement Markingsa rapid pace, and in an effort to enhance and expand ouralready diverse educational offerings, ATSSA embarked on Several new business-related sessionsa bold new initiative by releasing a call for proposals (CFP) are plannedfor the 2018 event. In-depth research and ATSSA member interviewsThis conception kicked off with several focus groups held determined that a void existed for business-relatedduring the 2017 Annual Convention & Traffic Expo in sessions that address the unique needs of ATSSAPhoenix, Arizona, and concluded with a formal CFP that members. As a result, five new sessions will debut at theyielded amazing results. From the research obtained, ATSSA 2018 Annual Convention.identified topics that are most important to our members,and included future industry needs on the horizon. The Labor and Employment Law Update: What You Needresponse to the formal CFP was overwhelming, with many to Knownew presenters being introduced into the mix. If you are confused by the rapidly changing employment law landscape, this session will provide you with the latestIndustry education topics planned legislative, compliance and regulatory issues that you will need to protect your business while ensuring properThe response from the CFP resulted in the following business practices. In this session, you will learn aboutroadway safety industry education topics: common pitfalls and upcoming employment law changes that impact ways in which you hire qualified, competent • A World Without Serious Traffic Injuries and Fatalities employees, best employment practices, and what to do • ADA in the Work Zone – What Works and What Needs when things unfortunately don’t go as planned. to be Addressed? Roundtable: Business and Operations • Developing a Modern, Data Driven Roadway Safety This roundtable discussion on business and operations covers everything from workforce development to proposal Management Program writing and everything in between. Attendees will join their • Ensuring Effective Work Zone ITS Deployments peers and other industry experts to have an open and candid • FHWA Safe Transportation for Every Pedestrian conversation on business and operations, and hopefully walk away with practical tools and insights. (STEP) Program Summary • High Visibility Treatments and Intrusion Technologies to Mitigate Work Zone Vehicle Incidents • Infrastructure and Autonomous Vehicles • Innovative Methods for Deploying and Retrieving TTC Devices • In-Service Performance Evaluation of Roadside Safety Features • Just in Time! Traffic Safety Session #1 • Just in Time! Traffic Safety Session #218 Traffic Expo Magazine • expo.atssa.com

How Employees are Looking at You While You’re Same great industry content, just a new nameLooking at ThemATSSA members have told us that they have difficulty finding The popular Power Talk sessions that ATSSA membersqualified, quality employees who they are able to retain for have come to know and love over the years are now calledthe long term. There are multiple channels that job seekers Roundtable Discussions, a name that better representscan use to look at your company and decide if they want the overall objective of these sessions, which is to have anto engage with you while you’re advertising open positions open and frank conversation with peers regarding the topicin local newspapers and social media. This session is at hand. Additionally, ATSSA will also keep a close eye ondesigned to educate you about today’s job seekers and the industry trends to work on the development of a handful oftools they use to decide if you are worth their time. It will ‘just in time’ sessions that include important, time-sensitivealso cover how today’s workers look for jobs and what kind topics that pop up closer to the event.of corporate culture they might be seeking. Finally, we’lldiscuss tools that will help you – the employer – decide if This year’s Roundtable Discussions include:an applicant is the “right fit” for your company. • Business and OperationsThe Crossroad of Worker Safety and Third Party Liability • MASH – Issues, Obstacles, and Moving ForwardAn insurance carrier, who specializes in transportation • The Physics of Safetyand infrastructure construction, tells us they often seethe devastating results of accidents and injuries in the The popular Roadway Safety Data Forum isconstruction workforce, as well as within the motoring public. back, by popular demandSadly, one of the most catastrophic and most frequenttypes of incidents they see involves vehicle intrusions The 2018 Annual Convention will also feature the Secondinto temporary work zones. These incidents often result Annual Roadway Safety Data Forum to showcase toolsin serious disabling injuries, or some case fatalities. The used by agencies to utilize roadway crash data to developpotential liability a contractor faces when these incidents systemic safety responses. Speakers from the FHWAoccur can be financially devastating. Best practices can be Office of Safety, the Roadway Safety Foundation, andimplemented to alleviate some of the risk. Find out more in Environmental Systems Research Institute, among others,this exciting new session. will provide an overview that will be followed by a dynamic moderated panel discussion. Sessions covering essentialCrisis Media Communications subjects such as ADA compliance, highNo one can predict when bad news will happen. In a split friction surface treatments, MASH,second, an employee, a product or roadway safety device among others, will also be available.you distribute, or your company’s reputation can be thrustinto the media spotlight. This session will teach the basicfundamentals to effectively and firmly respond to adversemedia situations and will show how to calmly avert a crisis.Traffic TalksATSSA will continue to hold Traffic Talks at the ATSSA Pavilion. Thesepopular 25-minute sessions are designed to provide attendees with aquick burst of information on the tradeshow floor. • The Latest on the Infrastructure Bill • Traffic Control Device Challenge for Students • How to Get Started in Social Media - Designing Your First Campaign • Work Zone Safety Training GrantTo learn more about what’s in store to help you advance botheducationally and professionally in your business, visitexpo.atssa.com/traffictalks.html.All sessions take place at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center unless otherwise noted.Event schedule subject to change. Visit expo.atssa.com/schedule.html for updates.American Traffic Safety Services Association 2018 Annual Convention & Traffic Expo 19

Much More Than a Return on InvestmentAttend ATSSA’s 48th Annual Convention & Traffic ExpoThe roadway safety industry is experiencing one of the most exciting and challenging chapters in its history. Withproducts engineered to make the roadways safer enteringthe market all the time and the continuous improvementof our global roadway systems, the industry has becomemore vibrant than ever. New products using cutting-edgetechnology enhance the roads millions of people navigateevery day. To keep up with new and emerging technologicaltrends, the roadway safety industry has embraced connectedand automated vehicles and remote safety systems.There is no sign of the industry slowing down any time soon.Forecasts of the road safety market are expected to exceedmore than $6 billion by 2022, according to research firmGrand View Research. The road safety market is estimatedto grow at a compound annual growth rate of more than 10percent from 2015 to 2022.That’s why you’ll want to make sure to attend ATSSA’s 48thAnnual Convention & Traffic Expo at the Henry B. GonzalezConvention Center in San Antonio, Texas, January 26-30,2018. The largest convention and trade show geared totraffic safety products and services in North America, theevent has brought together roadway safety professionalsfrom around the world for nearly half a century for an eventunlike any other.If you’re in the roadway safety industry, you can’t affordto miss this annual event. The following are some of thebenefits of attending the event.• ATSSA’s training courses are conveniently available • Author Stephen Covey, the guru of principle-centered while you’re in town. You can take advantage of leadership, listed “sharpen the saw” in his book, “The training that’s unparalleled in the industry prior to and Seven Habits of Highly Effective People.” Covey after the event. Experts in the roadway safety industry explains that there are times when you need to take a offer up-to-the-minute information and material for a break from work to sharpen your skills. Attending the variety of training and certification programs. event will provide you with new ideas and approaches to make you more effective at work. Don’t let your skills• Experts will lead a variety of Education and New get dull while your competitors are sharpening theirs at Business Development Sessions that will touch on ATSSA’s 48th Annual Convention & Traffic Expo. virtually every aspect of the roadway safety industry. These sessions will focus on knowledge to keep up • The energy from a convention center filled with with the ever-changing industry and provide you with individuals from all aspects of the roadway industry personal and professional career development. is contagious. You’ll find you have lots of company in wanting to improve your business and skills, and• Where else can manufacturers and suppliers meet the event provides the resources you need in that state department of transportation officials and key endeavor. No matter how many online learning decision-makers to talk about what they need to channels you use, the energy of meeting people in ensure safety on our roadways? The event provides person at the event is unmatched. an invaluable forum to gain input and have important, face-to-face conversations. • Traffic Expo provides the perfect opportunity to view and compare new products and services on the market and keep abreast of industry trends.20 Traffic Expo Magazine • expo.atssa.com

It’s important to have ‘face time’ with other individuals in industry, and many times individuals from another regionthe roadway safety community, and attending ATSSA’s of the country will become your most valuable resource forConvention & Traffic Expo is where people are able to connect referrals. By meeting and getting to know your peers, youand network. The meetings and education during the event both bring a wealth of knowledge to the table and can helpare invaluable. Being able to touch base with others who can each other.help to expand your business and potentially become a goldmine of resources for your company is priceless. Many people think that with the Internet there’s no need to attend conventions and trade shows, but the truthEducational opportunities at the convention can help is that meetings are as important now as they’ve everattendees from companies large and small by featuring been. Attendees often remember the conversations theynew ideas and trends that may provide a positive impact have with others during the event as some of the mostfor their businesses. valuable connections they make. The bottom line is the comprehensive agenda and the people you interact with areIn a world of texting, emailing and cell phones, there’s still what provides a return on investment.nothing that trumps face-to-face networking with peersin the industry from around the nation. The convention is By ATSSA Director of Meetings & Conventions,the ideal place to share discussions and ideas about the Neil J. Mullanaphy, CHME Thank youWe thank our current sponsors for supporting the American Traffic Safety Services Association and the Annual Convention & Traffic Expo. To learn about current sponsorship opportunities,contact Bill Dallas at 540-376-3864 or [email protected] Traffic Safety Services Association 2018 Annual Convention & Traffic Expo 21

Area AttractionsSomething for Everyone in San Antonioor attendees arriving in San Antonio a few days before the event or extending the stay, the River Walk offers somethingFfor everyone. With 300 days of sunshine a year and an average temperature of 70 degrees, it’s convenient to walk todining, sports and nightlife venues.*Arts and Culture Shopping The Briscoe Western Art Market Square is a large Mexican market that features cafes and merchants, who sell art, ceramics and both Museum houses a collection imported and local jewelry. of art and artifacts of the La Villita, “the little village,” is a historic arts village American West. The museum where visitors can find shops, cafes and galleries has nine galleries featuring in restored residences. exhibitions, educational Southtown is home to a large arts community. The programs and public events. neighborhood consists of historical homes, artists’ shops, galleries and restaurants.The McNay Art Museum offers a number of art collections,which include modern and post-impressionist works, The Pearl Brewery shopping complex includes a plaza, park spaces, 13 retailers, 18 residential businesses, 15medieval pieces, Native American art among other styles. restaurants and cafes along with a semiweekly farmer’s market.The San Antonio Museum of Art features a vast antiquecollection in its 30,000 square-foot Nelson A. Rockefeller The Alamo Quarry Market offers visitors the opportunity toCenter for Latin American Art and the 15,000 square-foot shop and dine while enjoying the southern Texas weather.Lenora and Walter F. Brown Asian Art Wing. More than 60 retail shops and a movie theater, which is built in a portion of the original factory, are spread out across theSpecializing in Southern Texas exhibits and galleries, the 580,000 square-foot outdoor space.Witte Museum includes historical, cultural and naturalscience works and features dinosaur fossils, wildlife Sportsdioramas and historic homes. Catch one of San Antonio’sDining professional teams, the San Antonio Silver Stars, inRosario’s Mexican Café and Cantina has an award- action at the AT&T Center.winning menu that features traditional south-of-the-border The Silver Stars are partdishes with a modern twist. of the Women’s National Basketball Association. The Guenther House, originally built in 1860, Take in a ball game at the Nelson W. Wolff Municipal was renovated to include Stadium with the San Antonio Missions, a Double A affiliate a restaurant, which serves of the San Diego Padres, a Major League Baseball team. American breakfast and lunch options. Visitors can Watch a soccer game at the Toyota Field for a good cause. also tour the home, which All net profits from the San Antonio Scorpions FC, a North acts as a museum. American Soccer League team, are used to help those with special needs through programs run by the nonprofit,Hot Joy serves up Asian dishes with a Texan influence and Morgan’s Wonderland.was named one of the HOT 10 best new restaurants byBON APETIT.Paesanos Riverwalk is labeled as a San Antonio icon,where patrons can enjoy Mediterranean-inspired meals.The Italian restaurant’s signature dish is its Shrimp Paesanoand offers signature handcrafted cocktails.Senor Veggie specializes in vegan food, using local and *Photos and information provided by Visit San Antonio.organic produce to craft creative and original dishes. For a complete list, addresses, contact information and details about Downtown San Antonio, visit www.visitsanantonio.com.22 Traffic Expo Magazine • expo.atssa.com

Housing is Openo book your hotel accommodations, visit expo.atssa.com/housing.html. Once hotel booking Reserve housing beforeThas been completed, you’ll be emailed a confirmation immediately with your Attendee ID December 29, 2017number, which will be required to receive the discounted registration rate. for the best choice andTo receive two free registrations for booth personnel, exhibitors must reserve their hotel roomswithin the ATSSA room block. If exhibitors choose to reserve rooms outside of the ATSSA room price!block, a charge of $95 a day will be incurred for each registration (Exhibit-Only pass). Regularrates apply for daily registration passes.If you have questions about housing and need additional information, contact Resquest at 903-786-6008 or [email protected]. Resquest Housing Services (RHS) is ATSSA’s official housing company, and is the onlyservice that can guarantee your reservation.San Antonio Marriott Riverwalk889 E. Market StreetLocated across the street from the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center, the San AntonioMarriott Riverwalk offers sweeping views of the River Walk, spacious guest rooms and suitesfeaturing stylish decor, luxurious bedding and ergonomic workspaces. Cactus Flower, the on-site restaurant, offers a variety of meal options.San Antonio Marriott Rivercenter101 Bowie StreetThe San Antonio Marriott Rivercenter offers an iconic, 38-story home base, just steps awayfrom the River Walk and one block from the convention center. Socialize over dinner and drinksat Sazo’s, then relax in stylishly appointed accommodations overlooking the city. The hoteloffers a fitness center and indoor/outdoor pools.Grand Hyatt San Antonio600 E. Market StreetThe Grand Hyatt San Antonio is adjacent to the convention center and offers spaciousguestrooms and suites with downtown views, a heated rooftop pool and a fitness center thatincludes cardio equipment, weights, and a yoga room.Hilton Palacio Del Rio200 S. Alamo StreetThe Hilton Palacio Del Rio is centrally located in San Antonio, near the convention center,St. Joseph Catholic Church, the Alamo and the River Walk. The four-star hotel’s rooms haveprivate balconies and bathrooms stocked with designer toiletries. The hotel offers an outdoorpool and 24-hour fitness center.The Westin Riverwalk, San Antonio420 W. Market StreetThe Westin Riverwalk offers guests river and city views from their 473 spacious rooms, 65 ofwhich are decorated in a style reminiscent of historic Texas. The pet-friendly hotel features24-hour fitness and business centers, outdoor heated pool, a day spa that offers in-room spaservices and an on-site restaurant and café.La Quinta Inn & Suites San Antonio Riverwalk303 Blum StreetLocated one block from the convention center, the remodeled La Quinta Inn & Suites offers afree Bright Side Breakfast. Guest rooms feature work desks and amenities including free Wi-Fi,a coffeemaker, refrigerator, microwave and Plug-and-Play flat-panel Samsung TVs.American Traffic Safety Services Association 2018 Annual Convention & Traffic Expo 23

Attend ATSSA’sLegislative Briefing & Fly-InAmplify Your Voice on Capitol HillApril 11-12, 2018Washington, D.C. Why is Your Attendance Important? ATSSA and it's members must influence Congress' decision to provide critical roadway safety infrastructure funds which will increase opportunities for your company and help reduce fatalities and serious injuries on our roads. • Meet with members of Congress and congressional staff • Develop long-lasting relationships with legislators • Advance our industry's mission of Toward Zero Deaths Members, Register to Attend Registration opens online early 2018 or register at ATSSA Pavilion #534 during the 48th Annual Convention & Traffic Expo in San Antonio, Texas For information visit flyin.atssa.com Email [email protected] or call 202-733-1245 @ATSSAontheHill @ATSSAHQ24 Traffic Expo Magazine • expo.atssa.com American Traffic Safety Services Association www.atssa.com

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