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Georgia ITE July 14 E-Blast 
Upcoming ITE Events and Webinars
July 19-22: Summer Seminar
July 19-22: Joint ITE International and Great Lakes District Annual Meeting and Exhibition, Detroit, MI
July 31: GDOT TMC Tour for Young Members + Interns
June 11-July 19: FIFA World Cup 2026
(ITE Georgia members were rooting for USA, Brazil, Germany, Colombia, South Korea and are still rooting for England and France)
SAVE THE DATE
August 6th: Georgia ITE/ITS Braves Game - SOLD OUT
August 27th: Monthly Meeting
August TBA: Student Chapter Coffee Chats
September 10th: Virtual Speed Networking with Student Chapters
Fall TBA: Technical Exchange with South Carolina Section ITE (SCSITE) & North Carolina Section ITE (NCSITE)
October 8th: Civil Pickleball Social
October 12th: Annual ITE Georgia Golf Tournament
November 7-8: STEAM Camp
December TBA: Annual ITE Georgia Meeting at Wild Heaven Beer West End
April 11-14, 2027: Southern District ITE Annual Meeting in Greenville, SC
June 27-30, 2027: Summer Seminar (note the conference will now be in June!)
July 25-28, 2027: ITE International Annual Meeting and Exhibition, Calgary, AB, Canada
Recent ITE Events
On June 5th, we hosted our first industry-wide intern day with over 50 interns from the public and private sector in Georgia. The exciting day was filled with a Young Professionals Panel, Seasoned Professionals Panel, TMC Tour, and Group Activity based on decisions we have to make as transportation professionals every day balancing safety, operations, maintenance, and funding. Thank you to Jared Allen for leading this event and the volunteers who helped make this a success!
Last month, we heard from Jeff Kupko at our June Monthly Meeting about preparing for AV-First Responder Interactions.
The Young Members Committee hosted their second hike of the year on June 27th, this time summitting Stone Mountain.
Scholarship Committee Update
On behalf of Georgia ITE's Scholarship Committee, we are seeking donations for this year's Summer Seminar Scholarship Auction!
Our Summer Seminar Auction is the main fundraiser for our highly successful scholarship program, which has awarded over $350,000 in scholarships since 1986. In 2025, $50,000 was awarded in scholarships ranging from $3000 to $5000. To continue supporting aspiring transportation engineers, we are seeking unique and high-value items that will capture bidders' attention and create excitement during the auction. Some examples of high-value donations in the past include ticket packages to Atlanta sporting events, free stays at beach houses, Apple products, and rare bottles of wine and liquor, among other generous donations.
If you are interested in donating, please send a description, picture, and approximate value of the item to Merri Minshew ([email protected]) or Hannah Villaran ([email protected]). Your generosity will be recognized during the auction, and you will be directly contributing to the success of our scholarship program.
Thank you for considering this request, and for your potential contribution to our cause. Your support is greatly appreciated.
Summer Seminar
Summer Seminar is nearly upon us! We look forward to seeing you at the King & Prince next week. If you have any questions about this year's seminar please reach out to Andrew Park, [email protected].
Rooms:
A few rooms have just opened up at the King & Prince. These are standard (non-government rate) rooms. Please connect with Andrew Park ASAP to reserve. Inventory is very limited.
Registration/Payments:
If you have yet to register or are unsure of your registration status, please double check and reach out to Mohak Mantri ([email protected]) and Chris Gallien ([email protected]) with any questions. As a friendly reminder for those who bypassed payment when registering, please plan to take care of payment at check-in or prior.
Georgia Ports Authority Brunswick Terminal Tour
Following the conclusion of technical sessions on Tuesday, July 21st, Summer Seminar attendees have the opportunity to participate in an optional off-site technical tour of the Georgia Ports Authority (GPA) Brunswick Terminal.
Space is limited to 14 participants and registration is first-come, first-served.
The guided tour will provide an inside look at port operations, freight movement, and the transportation infrastructure that supports one of Georgia's key logistics facilities. GPA staff will provide transportation around the port via van upon arrival.
Tour Details
- Tuesday, July 21, 2026
- Location: 110 Bay Street, Brunswick, GA (Approximately 25 minutes from the King & Prince)
- Tour arrival time: 1:45 PM
- Carpooling is recommended
- Valid government-issued photo ID require for entry
Sign up here: https://tinyurl.com/SSGPATechTour
Once registration closes, all confirmed attendees will receive a follow-up email with directions, parking information, and additional tour logistics.
Karaoke
Join us for Marr-aoke at Beachcombers on the evening of Monday, July 20th during Summer Seminar!
Student Engagement Council
Join us for a virtual speed networking event, where students get to interact with a diverse group of professionals representing different fields and companies.
This event will be held on Teams on Thursday, September 10th from 5:30-7:30 pm with all Student Chapters invited.
Volunteer professionals please contact Ron or Teresa for interest (depending on interest, not all volunteers will be selected).
Technical Exchange
The Technical Exchange Committee is currently in the process of planning the 2026 Technical Exchange with the South Carolina Section ITE (SCSITE) and North Carolina Section ITE (NCSITE).
This is a one-day presentation filled event that allows us to exchange knowledge with neighboring sections. We rotate between adjacent states and are trying to include North Carolina for the first time this year.
We are trying to have two speakers from each state, so six speakers total. We are looking for speakers on any topic, but bonus points if your presentation incorporates projects or examples from Georgia, South Carolina and North Carolina! We would ideally like to avoid repeating presentations from Winter Workshop or Summer Seminar. Please email Tyler Martin at [email protected] if you're interested in presenting.
This event will likely take place in Greenville, SC between late September and early November. Stay tuned for more information.
Annual Golf Tournament
The Annual Georgia ITE Golf Tournament will be held on Monday, October 12th at the Country Club of Gwinnett! All proceeds will be donated to the GDOT Traffic Engineer of the Future Scholarship, something that ITE has supported for over 10 years! The tournament follows a 4-person scramble format. Breakfast and lunch will be provided and prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place, longest drives, and closest to the pin! There will also be great raffle prizes at the conclusion of the tournament, so be sure to stick around! The tournament will be limited to the first 144 golfers.
Be on the lookout for more information regarding tournament registration and sponsorship opportunities over the next few weeks. An email will be sent out once registration opens.
For all questions related the Georgia ITE Golf Tournament, please contact Scott Zehngraff ([email protected]) or Alex Simmons ([email protected]).
Young Members Committee (YMC)
July 31st: Tour of GDOT's Traffic Management Center (TMC)
Interns and young members, join YMC for a tour of GDOT's TMC (935 United Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30316; Bldg. 24) on Friday, July 31st 11 AM-12 PM. Registration is free but limited to the first 25 registrants. If you've never been or have interns that didn't get to attend intern day, I encourage you to sign up.
ITE Georgia - Meeting/Event Information
August TBA: Student Chapter Coffee Chats
To learn more or get involved with this exciting group, reach out to George Curtis ([email protected]) and Chris Gallien ([email protected]).
Data Analytics & Emerging Technologies Committee
Members of the Data Analytics & Emerging Technologies committee will be leading the 11:30 AM session at Summer Seminar. Be ready to participate in an Artificial Intelligence Forum where we will dive unto this hot topic.
Maybe you have a particular interest in AI, Connected and Autonomous Vehicles, Electric Vehicles and Charging Stations or Unmanned Aircraft Systems. We would love to have more members participate in this committee- to plan future events and presentations moving forward. If interested, please contact Matt Glasser ([email protected]) or Joe Gillis ([email protected]).
PeachTEA Podcast
The latest episode of PeachTEA featuring John Hibbard is available on YouTube and Spotify platforms:
https://youtu.be/K_nbHVRsYWA?si=MpkUJRetlHt34h23
https://open.spotify.com/episode/5kDRb4d1dAEMtRID3nFIa9?si=YNAW3HBpT32mii8R6gNA8g
The podcast team is looking for editing and AV support if you are interested, please reach out to Kumari Duvvuri ([email protected]).
Special Announcement
The GDOT Office of Traffic Operations (OTO) Traffic Forecasting Manual is now available and should be used for all Transportation Management Center (TMC) projects that require traffic forecasting. In addition, all Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) projects requiring traffic forecasts will follow the procedures and guidance outlines in this manual.
The manual establishes the standard procedures, documentation requirements, and methodologies for preparing Traffic Volume Forecasting Memorandums for GDOT Office of Traffic Operations projects. Its purpose is to provide a consistent, transparent, and defensible approach to developing and reviewing traffic forecasts across applicable projects.
The manual can be accessed here:
If you have any questions regarding the manual or its application to a project, please contact Ron Knezevich at [email protected]