In this episode, we take a deep dive into Wisconsin’s Move Over Law and Wisconsin Act 115 – two laws meant to protect Wisconsin’s roadside responders. We also hear frontline stories about close calls from first responders who risk their lives e

Flex Lane: Innovative solution improves travel times on Madison Beltline

Oct 5th, 2022 32m 45s

The Flex Lane opened on the Madison Beltline (US 12/18) in July 2022 as one solution to ease backups and improve traffic flow on one of Wisconsin’s busiest highways. Preliminary data shows the Flex Lane is working. It’s improved travel times by

Frontline stories: Wisconsin crash responders recall near-death experiences

Nov 11th, 2021 23m 37s

This episode takes you inside the world of Wisconsin crash response. You’ll hear harrowing stories from first responders who were either hit by a vehicle or involved in an extremely close call with traffic. Crash response is a dangerous job, he

Discussing cybersecurity: WisDOT and DATCP provide resources to protect your information online

Oct 13th, 2021 24m 46s

During Cybersecurity Awareness Month, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) and the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection (DATCP) team up for a podcast to bring you important information to help keep

Merging Technology and Safety: The New Work Zone

May 19th, 2021 26m 41s

Envision a work zone in Wisconsin and you’ll likely picture orange barrels, heavy equipment and workers in hard hats. Technology may not come to mind, but it is playing an increasingly important role in keeping motorists and workers safe. In th

First mile, last mile: Wisconsin’s critical link between infrastructure and agriculture

Mar 16th, 2021 24m 46s

On this episode, we’re talking transportation and ag with WisDOT Secretary-designee Craig Thompson and Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection Secretary-designee Randy Romanski. We discuss the relationship between tra

MAASTO: Midwest states collaborate on equity and inclusion

Jan 11th, 2021 14m 24s

Midwest states are collaborating to promote greater diversity, equity and inclusion in our transportation systems. As members of the Mid America Association of Transportation Officials (MAASTO), Wisconsin Department of Transportation Secretary-

MAASTO: States collaborate on CAV technology, future of transportation

Jan 5th, 2021 17m 42s

Midwest states continue to work together to ensure residents, businesses and agencies are positioned to take advantage of connected and automated vehicle technology. Wisconsin Department of Transportation Secretary-designee Craig Thompson, Illi

MAASTO: Regional collaboration addresses safety, pandemic response

Dec 28th, 2020 27m 36s

Wisconsin Department of Transportation Secretary-designee Craig Thompson, Illinois Department of Transportation Secretary Omer Osman and Minnesota Department of Transportation Commissioner Margaret Anderson Kelliher discuss how collaboration is

Traffic Safety: A shared responsibility

Nov 11th, 2020 19m 20s

Traffic fatalities are up in many states across the country in 2020, including Wisconsin. WisDOT Secretary-designee Craig Thompson and Wisconsin State Patrol Superintendent Tony Burrell analyze traffic data and explain why fatalities are up dur

WisDOT Tribal Affairs Program

Oct 12th, 2020 21m 57s

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is committed to its partnership with the 11 federally recognized Tribal Governments in Wisconsin to work on tribal relations and transportation-related issues. Learn more about WisDOT’s Tribal Affairs

New DMV Programs: Online Driver License Renewal and Teen Road Test Waiver

May 5th, 2020 18m 2s

The COVID-19 pandemic continues to change the way we do business. Wisconsin DMV has created two new and innovative programs to shift common tasks normally done in-person, to tasks that can be done online.

WI Count – Census 2020

Mar 16th, 2020 12m 5s

The 2020 Census impacts many areas of life, including transportation. Joanna Beilman-Dulin of the Wisconsin Department of Administration joins the podcast to discuss everything you need to know about the Census.

MLS: Innovative Process, Local Control, Immediate Impact

Mar 4th, 2020 28m 26s

Transportation Secretary Thompson is joined by the executive directors of the Wisconsin Counties Association, The League of Wisconsin Municipalities and the Wisconsin Towns Association to discuss the local impact of this innovative program, wha

Clear Roads, Less Salt – Wisconsin Winter Road Maintenance

Feb 25th, 2020 23m 29s

Wisconsin’s state highway maintenance engineer and the Jefferson County highway commissioner join the podcast to discuss the increasing use of liquid brine on state highways, detailing how it works and how it’s saving resources while dispelling

DBE: Helping Disadvantaged Businesses Succeed

Feb 11th, 2020 24m 54s

On this episode of Transportation Connects Us hear about WisDOT’s program that’s been helping small and emerging businesses better compete in the state’s competitive construction market. WisDOT has mentored businesses through the Disadvantaged

Innovative Grant Program to Fund Local Transportation Projects

Nov 20th, 2019 22m 7s

A new grant program in the 2019-21 budget is helping put money where it’s needed, in local communities to fund transportation projects. Municipalities are lauding the one-time, $75 million ‘Multimodal Local Supplement’ program for the simplicit

How WisDOT Maximizes Your Tax Dollars for Transportation

Nov 6th, 2019 18m 58s

In this episode of “Transportation Connects Us,” Transportation Secretary-designee Craig Thompson and the administrator of WisDOT’s Division of Transportation System Development, Rebecca Burkel, discuss several programs that show how technology

Countdown to REAL ID Requirement

Sep 30th, 2019 18m 8s

Beginning May 3, 2023, the new federal deadline, every air traveler 18 years of age and older will need a REAL ID-compliant driver license or another acceptable form of ID to fly within the United States. When enforcement of the REAL ID Act be

School Bus Safety

Sep 5th, 2019 13m 7s

Rob Miller and Lieutenant Karl Mittelstadt discuss the topic of school bus safety and what to do when you come upon a school bus in action.

Transportation Challenges, Opportunities and Promises Kept

Aug 13th, 2019 18m 44s

The first podcast episode, WisDOT Secretary-designee Craig Thompson and Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers talk about transportation challenges, opportunities and promises kept.

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