Kirsten Seeber

AGENDA

NETC ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING

DATE:                       March 28, 2017

TIME:                        11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

LOCATION:            Conference Call 1-866-906-7447

                                Participant Access Code 8626283

AGENDA ITEMs

Call to Order

Open Projects

Project # and Title	PI, University AC Liaison	Update	End Date
13-1: Development of High Early-Strength Concrete for Accelerated Bridge Construction Closure Pour Connections	Brena, UMass Amherst   C. Bradley	PI completed 90% of the project, but two tests remain. PI in communication with TAC chair and scheduling a TAC meeting.	1/14/17 (NCE)
13-2: HMA Mixtures Containing Recycled Asphalt Singles (RAS): Low Temperature Fatigue Performance of Plant-Produced Mixtures	Mogawer, UMass Dartmouth   A. Scholz	Since contractors have not yet provided PCAS mixtures, PI obtained PCAS to work on two mixture design. PI continues test PCAS mixtures and MSW mixtures.	12/1/17 (NCE)
13-3: Improved Regionalization of Quality Assurance (QA) Functions	Dave, UNH   C. Franco	DOTs working with VTrans to use existing SharePoint site to share QA data. PI and TAC will work to identify pilot projects to use tool.	4/2/17 (NCE)
14-2: Investigation of Northern Long-Eared Bat Roosting Sites on Bridges	Civjan, UMass Amherst   D. Peabody	PI held two training events to present results and get feedback on research and feasibility of draft bridge survey form. PI provided draft report to TAC for review and edits.	5/31/17 (NCE)
15-1: Use of Forested Habitat Adjacent to Highways by Northern Long Ear Bats	Foster, UNH   D. Peabody	Contract in process between UVM and UNH. Coordinator contract extension received and contract processes moving forward.	TBD
15-2: Using the New SHRP2 Naturalistic Driving Study Safety Databases to Examine Safety Concerns for Older Drivers	Samuel, UMass Amherst   D. Peabody	Contract fully executed between UMass Amherst and UVM. PI working with VTTI on data request.	12/31/18
15-3: Moisture Susceptibility Testing for Hot Mix Asphalt Pavements in New England	Dave, UNH   D. Peabody	Contract between UVM and UNH fully executed. PI has begun literature review. PI held kick-off meeting to discuss research plan and scheduling. PI sending survey to identify mixtures and projects for 2017 construction season.	7/31/18
*Final Tech Transfer Items:  Currently these include the final report to the TAC; a “Fact Sheet” summary – NETC template; a presentation to the TAC and other interested DOT participants that is recorded by NETC and made available. NETC Research Distribution List_2017

NETC Advisory Committee Discussion of Research Topics

• New England roundabouts
  • Have received NH, CT, ME and RI TAC member
  • Please send names and contact information for TAC members
• Implement recommendations on Effective Establishment of Native Plants on Roadsides
  • Have received support from ME and CT TAC members
  • Please send any additional names and contact information for TAC members

NETC New England Networks Inventory

• Please return to Coordination Team by 4/14/2017

Other Business

• Region 1 UTC has not been awarded
  • The new solicitation has not yet been issued, but the Coordinator will inform the advisory committee when it is issued
• NETC Program Review Follow-up April 12, 2017 10 AM -12PM
• NETC Program Review In-person meeting to be scheduled for June (except week of June 12th )
• NETC Advisory Meeting Next Monthly Meeting – April 25, 2017, 11 AM – 12 PM

Adjourn

NETC ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING

 

DATE:                      February 28, 2017

TIME:                       11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

LOCATION:             Conference Call 1-866-906-7447

                                 Participant Access Code 8626283

AGENDA ITEM

Call to Order

Open Projects

Project # and Title	PI, University AC Liaison	Update	End Date
10-3: Low Temperature and Moisture Susceptibility of RAP Mixtures with Warm Mix Technology	Mogawer, UMass Dartmouth   A. Scholz	PI continued to analyze mixtures tested to date. The PI has not yet received high RAP mixtures prepared using foaming as the WMA technology.	5/31/17 (NCE)
13-1: Development of High Early-Strength Concrete for Accelerated Bridge Construction Closure Pour Connections	Brena, UMass Amherst   C. Bradley	PI completed 90% of the project, but three tests remain.	1/14/17 (NCE)
13-2: HMA Mixtures Containing Recycled Asphalt Singles (RAS): Low Temperature Fatigue Performance of Plant-Produced Mixtures	Mogawer, UMass Dartmouth   A. Scholz	Since contractors have not yet provided PCAS mixtures, PI obtained PCAS to work on two mixture design. PI continues test PCAS mixtures and MSW mixtures.	12/1/17 (NCE)
13-3: Improved Regionalization of Quality Assurance (QA) Functions	Dave, UNH   C. Franco	DOTs working with VTrans to use existing SharePoint site to share QA data. PI and TAC will work to identify pilot projects to use tool. Meeting expected shortly.	4/2/17 (NCE)
14-2: Investigation of Northern Long-Eared Bat Roosting Sites on Bridges	Civjan, UMass Amherst   D. Peabody	PI working scheduling two training events for the week of March 13 – 17 in NH (ME and VT will attend) and MA (CT and RI will attend). The training will be recorded. NCE in process between UVM and UMass.	4/17/17
14-4: Optimizing Future Work Zones in New England for Safety and Mobility	Xie, UMASS Lowell   C. Bradley	PI requested additional data from VTTI, which may delay analysis.	7/5/17
15-1: Use of Forested Habitat Adjacent to Highways by Northern Long Ear Bats	Foster, UNH   D. Peabody	Contract in process between UVM and UNH. Coordinator contract extension required to execute contract with full 24 month project plan.	TBD
15-2: Using the New SHRP2 Naturalistic Driving Study Safety Databases to Examine Safety Concerns for Older Drivers	Samuel, UMass Amherst   D. Peabody	TAC would like colleagues from FHWA Safety Training and Analysis Center and Penn State to participate as non-voting advisers. Contract in process UMass Amherst and UVM. Coordinator contract extension required to execute contract with full 24 month project plan.	TBD
15-3: Moisture Susceptibility Testing for Hot Mix Asphalt Pavements in New England	Dave, UNH   D. Peabody	Contract between UVM and UNH fully executed. PI has begun literature review. PI scheduled kick-off meeting for March 6, 2017.	7/31/18
15-4: Optimizing Quality Assurance (QA) Processes for Asphalt Pavement Construction		Awaiting final 13-3 report (expected Spring 2017) to inform this.
*Final Tech Transfer Items:  Currently these include the final report to the TAC; a “Fact Sheet” summary – NETC template; a presentation to the TAC and other interested DOT participants that is recorded by NETC and made available.

NETC Fund Balance Update

• All previous fund transfers have been completed or are in process with FHWA
• FY2017 Fund Balance Transfers – Decision deferred
• NETC Fund Balance as of 12/31/2018– $116,257.69 (without FY17 contributions, and without additional activities)

NETC Advisory Committee Discussion of Research Topics

• Rumble Strips
• New England roundabouts
• Implement recommendations on Effective Establishment of Native Plants on Roadsides
  • Implement Recommendations of Native Plants on Roadsides Proposed deliverables
  • Information on report: http://nenativeplants.uconn.edu/index.php
  • FHWA: https://www.environment.fhwa.dot.gov/ecosystems/Pollinators_Roadsides/
• Additional Topics?

NETC New England Networks Inventory

• Questions regarding formatting or content
• Consider sending to University and other Partners?
• Please return to Coordination Team by 3/28/2017

Other Business

• NETC Program Review Follow-up to be scheduled for mid-March
• NETC Program Review In-person meeting to be scheduled for June
• NETC Advisory Meeting Next Monthly Meeting – March 28, 2017, 11 AM – 12 PM

Adjourn

NETC ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING

DATE:                       January 24, 2017

TIME:                        11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

LOCATION:             Conference Call 1-866-906-7447

                                 Participant Access Code 8626283

AGENDA:

Call to Order

Open Projects

Project # and Title	PI, University AC Liaison	Update	End Date
09-3: Advanced Composite Materials in New England’s Transportation Infrastructure	Lopez-Anido, U of Maine	Technical Committee approved final report and PI submitted report and tech transfer items to chair and NETC Coordinator. Coordinator reviewing and will distribute on website and via email.	Complete
10-3: Low Temperature and Moisture Susceptibility of RAP Mixtures with Warm Mix Technology	Mogawer, UMass Dartmouth	PI continued to analyze mixtures tested to date. PI did not receive mixtures from the contractor as expected, but PI is in contact with the contractor.	5/31/17 (NCE)
13-2: HMA Mixtures Containing Recycled Asphalt Singles (RAS): Low Temperature Fatigue Performance of Plant-Produced Mixtures	Mogawer, UMass Dartmouth	PI developed and tested performance of two PCAS mixtures. PI continues work to get requested MSW mixtures from contractor and identify additional contractors to produce PCAS mixtures and MSW mixtures.	12/1/17 (NCE)
13-3: Improved Regionalization of Quality Assurance (QA) Functions	Dave, UNH	PI working to incorporate TAC comments into final report and excel tools for plant certification and QA inspections. DOTs working with VAOT to use existing Share Point site to share QA data. PI and TAC will work to identify pilot projects to use tool.	4/2/17 (NCE)
14-2: Investigation of Northern Long-Eared Bat Roosting Sites on Bridges	Civjan, UMass Amherst	PI working with Technical Committee to organize three workshops in March for DOT staff and consultants. Advisory Committee reviewing NCE request.	4/17/17
14-4: Optimizing Future Work Zones in New England for Safety and Mobility	Xie, UMASS Lowell	PI analyzed data from MA SWZ and simulations. Identified five TTCPs and prepared to test them via driving simulation and Vissim. Abstract approved for 2017 Road Safety & Simulation Conference to be held in The Hague, Netherland. PI requesting additional data from VTTI, which may delay analysis.	7/5/17
15-1: Use of Forested Habitat Adjacent to Highways by Northern Long Ear Bats	Foster, UNH	Contract in process between UVM and UNH.	TBD
15-2: Using the New SHRP2 Naturalistic Driving Study Safety Databases to Examine Safety Concerns for Older Drivers	Samuel, UMass Amherst	Contract in process UMass Amherst and UVM.	TBD
15-3: Moisture Susceptibility Testing for Hot Mix Asphalt Pavements in New England	Dave, UNH	Contract between UVM and UNH fully executed. PI has begun literature review. PI will schedule kick-off meeting and distribute survey to DOTs.	7/31/18
15-4: Optimizing Quality Assurance (QA) Processes for Asphalt Pavement Construction		Awaiting final 13-3 report (expected around March, 2017) to inform this. Consider having TAC participate in next meeting of 13-3 to gather lessons learned.
*Final Tech Transfer Items:  Currently these include the final report to the TAC; a “Fact Sheet” summary – NETC template; a presentation to the TAC and other interested DOT participants that is recorded by NETC and made available.

NETC Fund Balance Update

• All previous fund transfers have been completed or are in process with FHWA
• FY2017 Fund Balance Transfers – Decision deferred
• NETC Fund Balance as of 12/31/2018– $116,257.69 (without FY17 contributions, and without additional activities)

NETC Coordination Contract Extension

• UVM will request extension to February 15, 2019
• Extension will allow UVM to execute contracts for NETC 15-1 and 15-2 in keeping with 24 month project timeline approved by the Advisory Committee

Request for information regarding NETC Bridge Rail report, FHWA-RD 98-044

• The US Attorney’s Office in Rhode Island requested information about NETC Bridge Rail
• Jeff Folsom, MaineDOT Assistant Bridge Program Manager spoke with the US Attorney’s Office about Maine’s standards based on the report

Other Business

• NETC 14-2 No Cost Extension Request
• NETC Advisory Meeting – Retreat Follow Up Early February
  • Agenda to follow
  • Reminder will include discussion of potential quick response research projects
• Next Meeting – February 28, 2017, 11 AM – 12 PM

Adjourn

NETC ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING

DATE:                       November 22, 2016

TIME:                        11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

LOCATION:             Dail-in 1-866-906-7447,  Participant Access Code 8626283

AGENDA ITEM

Call to Order

Open Projects

Project # and Title	PI, University	Update	End Date
07-1: In-Place Response Mechanisms of Recycled Layers Due to Temperature and Moisture Variations	Daniel, UNH	PI submitted final report in NETC format and fact sheet for tech transfer. Coordinator reviewing report prior to publication on website.	Complete
09-2: Effective Establishment of Native Grasses on Roadsides	Kuzovkina, UConn	TC Chair working on one page summary of potential implementation. Coordinator received request for printed report from local Conservation Commission in CT. PI submitted final report in NETC format and fact sheet for tech transfer. Coordinator reviewing report prior to publication on website.	Complete
13-1: Development of High Early-Strength Concrete for Accelerated Bridge Construction Closure Pour Connections	Brena, UMass Amherst	NCE request approved by Advisory Committee, contract extension in process between UVM and UMass Amherst.	1/14/17 (NCE)
13-3: Improved Regionalization of Quality Assurance (QA) Functions	Dave, UNH	PI and TC had productive meeting re QA practices and PI updating recommendations based on comments. TC optimistic about increased coordination and communication that results from project. At next meeting, PI and TC will discuss potential projects to pilot uniform QA practices.	4/2/17 (NCE)
14-1: Measuring the Effectiveness of Competency Models for Job Specific Professional Development of Engineers & Engineering Technicians	Ahmadjian UMass Amherst	NCE fully executed between UVM and UMass Amherst. PI and team worked on gap analysis and framework for creating Competency Models.	12/31/16 (NCE)
14-2: Investigation of Northern Long-Eared Bat Roosting Sites on Bridges	Civjan, UMass Amherst	TC recommends NCE to end of May, 2017 to allow research to disseminate results at International Conference on Ecology & Transportation. Coordinator will send ballot to AC.	4/17/17
14-4: Optimizing Future Work Zones in New England for Safety and Mobility	Xie, UMASS Lowell	PI and TC had productive meeting and PI working on testing temporary traffic control strategies. PI showed virtual reality tool for driving simulation.	7/5/17
15-1: Use of Forested Habitat Adjacent to Highways by Northern Long Ear Bats	Foster, UNH	Initial contract documents being drafted between UVM and UNH.	Proposed end date 10/31/18
15-2: Using the New SHRP2 Naturalistic Driving Study Safety Databases to Examine Safety Concerns for Older Drivers	Samuel, UMass Amherst	Selected University notified and agreed to incorporate TC’s comment in project plan. Contract in process between UVM and UNH.	TBD
15-3: Moisture Susceptibility Testing for Hot Mix Asphalt Pavements in New England	Dave, UNH	Initial contract documents being drafted between UVM and UNH.	TBD
15-4: Optimizing Quality Assurance (QA) Processes for Asphalt Pavement Construction		Awaiting finalization of 13-3 and report to inform this project and hold new kick off meeting.

NETC Fund Balance Update

• FY 2015 Fund Balance Transfers
  • RI – transfer completed
  • CT – transfer requested
  • MA – FHWA has not yet received transfer request
• FY2017 Fund Balance Transfers – Pending Decision
• NETC Fund Balance as of 12/31/2018– $116,257.69 (without FY17 contributions, and without additional activities)

Other Business

• FHWA Soliciting INVEST Implementation Projects – Round 3
  • Applied research funding opportunity for transportation agencies to use INVEST to evaluate the sustainability of their projects and programs, identify areas for improvement, analyze options for improving sustainability, and document results
  • Projects $20,000 to $50,000, with matching requirement
  • Letter of interest due January 5, 2017
  • Webinar on funding opportunity: http://connectdot.connectsolutions.com/p8lhrgd0dn5/?launcher=false&fcsContent=true&pbMode=normal
• NETC ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING
  • Scheduled for December 27, 2016, 11 AM – 12 PM
• NETC Advisory Meeting – Retreat Follow Mid December
  • Date TBD
  • Agenda to follow

Adjourn

NETC Advisory Committee Meeting

Date & Time: Tuesday, October 25, 2016, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Conference Call: Dial-in 1-866-906-7447, Participant Code: 8626283

Agenda and Documents

Below are links to documents that will be discussed during the meeting. (starred* documents require Advisory Committee approval)

1. Call to Order/Roll Call

2. Open Projects

Project # and Title	PI, University	Update	End Date
06-04: Preventive Maintenance and Timing of Applications	Mogawer, UMass Dartmouth	PI is working to address the Technical Committee’s comments on the draft final report and will submit a revised report.	Complete
07-1: In-Place Response Mechanisms of Recycled Layers Due to Temperature and Moisture Variations	Daniel, UNH	Final report received and accepted by Technical Committee. PI has agreed to complete final tech transfer items and has templates.	Complete
09-2: Effective Establishment of Native Grasses on Roadsides	Kuzovkina, UConn	Final report received and accepted by Technical Committee. PI has agreed to submit a revised final report in the NETC format and complete final tech transfer items.	Complete
09-3: Advanced Composite Materials in New England’s Transportation Infrastructure	Lopez-Anido, U of Maine	Final report received and accepted by the Technical Committee. PI has agreed to complete final tech transfer items and has templates.	Complete
10-3: Low Temperature and Moisture Susceptibility of RAP Mixtures with Warm Mix Technology	Mogawer, UMass Dartmouth	NCE fully executed between UVM and UMass Dartmouth. PI working with second contractor and has tested three mixtures.	5/31/17 (NCE)
13-1: Development of High Early-Strength Concrete for Accelerated Bridge Construction Closure Pour Connections	Brena, UMass Amherst	NCE request approved by Advisory Committee, contract extension in process between UVM and UMass Amherst. PI completed literature review and is developing mix design and conducted pilot tests.	1/14/17 (NCE)
13-2: HMA Mixtures Containing Recycled Asphalt Singles (RAS): Low Temperature Fatigue Performance of Plant-Produced Mixtures	Mogawer, UMass Dartmouth	NCE fully executed between UVM and UMass Dartmouth. PI compiled survey results and discussed production of mixtures with consultant.	12/1/17 (NCE)
13-3: Improved Regionalization of Quality Assurance (QA) Functions	Dave, UNH	NCE fully executed between UVM and UNH. PI provided quarterly report, including recommendations for QA practices, currently under review by the Technical Committee.	4/2/17 (NCE)
14-1: Measuring the Effectiveness of Competency Models for Job Specific Professional Development of Engineers & Engineering Technicians	Ahmadjian, UMass Amherst	NCE approved to 12/31/2016, contract extension in process between UVM and UMass Amherst. No further updates awaiting next quarterly progress report.	12/31/16 (NCE)
14-2: Investigation of Northern Long-Eared Bat Roosting Sites on Bridges	Civjan, UMass Amherst	Field monitoring complete and final data analysis underway.	4/17/17
14-4: Optimizing Future Work Zones in New England for Safety and Mobility	Xie, UMASS Lowell	Received Naturalistic Driving Study data and have begun analysis. Tentatively selected location for evaluating proposed temporary traffic control strategies.	7/5/17
15-1: Use of Forested Habitat Adjacent to Highways by Northern Long Ear Bats	Foster, UNH	Selected University notified and contract in process between UVM and UNH.	Proposed end date 10/31/18
15-2: Using the New SHRP2 Naturalistic Driving Study Safety Databases to Examine Safety Concerns for Older Drivers	Samuel, UMass Amherst	Technical Committee selected UMass Amherst Proposals and Advisory Committee reviewing ballot.	TBD
15-3: Moisture Susceptibility Testing for Hot Mix Asphalt Pavements in New England	Dave, UNH	Initial contract documents being drafted between UVM and UNH.	TBD
15-4: Optimizing Quality Assurance (QA) Processes for Asphalt Pavement Construction		Scope of work development delayed until NETC Program is revised and relaunched. Awaiting finalization of 13-3 and report to inform this.

3. NETC Fund Balance Update

• FY2016 Fund Balance Transfers – 0.00
• FY2017 Fund Balance Transfers – Pending Decision
• NETC Fund Balance as of 12/31/2018– $116,257.69 (without FY17 contributions, and without additional activities)

4. Other Business

• NETC Policies and Procedures Changes (Final Reports)*
  • Proposed Policies and Procedures Changes – Final Reports
• NETC Advisory Meeting – Retreat Follow Early November
  • Agenda to follow
  • Reminder NH and ME will provide update on Bridge-rail crash testing
  • Reminder VT, NH and Coordinator will provide update on quick response project
• Next Meeting – November 22, 2016, 11 AM – 12 PM
  • Merge November and December meeting, meet Tue. Dec. 13^th, 11:00AM-12:00PM

5. Adjourn