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Breaking Barriers in Transportation Planning/Engineering: Effective Engagement for Multimodal Success

Corridor planning is not just about infrastructure—it is about engagement, leadership, and communication that ensure successful multimodal transportation development. This session explores proven strategies for integrating public input, data-driven decision-making, and innovative engagement tools to break barriers in regional and statewide transportation planning. From statewide studies to regional initiatives, we will highlight how agencies align local, regional, and statewide needs while managing diverse transportation challenges. Effective public involvement tools are critical to shaping projects that improve mobility, address infrastructure needs, and build consensus among stakeholders. Key discussion points include:

Revolutionizing Public Engagement – How digital tools, interactive platforms, and real-time data enhance communication and project transparency.

Integrating Multimodal Considerations – Addressing right-of-way, environmental, and community needs while ensuring long-term system performance.

Bridging Local and Statewide Planning – Best practices for connecting regional initiatives with overarching infrastructure goals.

By leveraging effective communication and outreach, planners and engineers can break barriers to deliver resilient, efficient, and safety-focused transportation solutions.

This session will showcase case studies, real-world applications, and best practices that illustrate how thoughtful engagement drives better project outcomes. Join us to explore how innovation in stakeholder collaboration is shaping the future of corridor planning and ensuring seamless multimodal connectivity across regions and communities.

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Speakers

Ram Maddali PE, AICP, PMP
Senior Project Manager
Othon Inc.

Ana Mijares PE
Deputy District Engineer
Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) -Beaumont District

Megan Dutton PE
Director, Advance Project Development
Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) – Austin District

Yvette Flores AICP
Project Development Manager
Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) -Transportation Planning and Programming (TPP) Division

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