Local Technical Assistance Program (LTAP)

Georgia's LTAP stimulates active, progressive and cost-effective transfer of highway technology and technical assistance to rural and local governments through a variety of resources including on-site training, a videotape library, workshops, newsletters and manuals, much of which is made available at no charge to local governments.

Announcements
Asphalt Pavement Maintenance and Repair Workshop One-day workshop covering treatments to prolong pavement surface life
Federal-Aid Essentials for Local Public Agencies FHWA has launched a new and innovative transportation resource that provides key information about Federal-aid requirements.
MUTCD-Final Rules on Engineering Judgment & Compliance Dates and Sign Retroreflectivity (Memo) The FHWA Retro Team and MUTCD Team have developed a Q & A that explains when signs identified as not meeting the minimum retroreflectivity requirements need to be replaced. If you receive questions please refer to FHWA's website: http://safety.fhwa.dot.gov/roadway_dept/night_visib/signfaq.cfm
Expiration of Worksite Erosion Control Supervisor (WECS) Certification Memo concerning program updates for all current and future WECS certification holders.

Training

Program Information

LTAP History

Georgia DOT's local technical assistance program began in 1982 as a joint undertaking of the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), Georgia DOT and the Georgia Institute of Technology. It is a technical training, information and assistance program designed to bridge the gap between federal, state and local transportation professionals.