2010 Conference

Mid-South Transportation & Parking Association

2010 Conference

March 8-10, 2010
University of Alabama
The Zone - Bryant-Denny Stadium
Tuscaloosa, Alabama

With over 130 attendees and some of the industry's most knowledgeable veterans, the 2010 MSTPA Conference was a success! Whether you need a refresher or are just finding out more about MSTPA, enjoy our conference presenations and the chance to learn from some of the industry's best below.

Better Enforcement Through Better Design (PDF), Dr. Jennifer Tougas, CAPP, Western Kentucky University
Enforcement programs are about more than issuing tickets. Sometimes ticket “hot spots” are caused by poor communication with customers or poor design of the physical environment. This presentation explores case studies from WKU, where simple improvements led to reduced enforcement demand and increased customer satisfaction.

Implementing a Bicycle Registration System, Dr. Delbert Ault, University of Kentucky
One out of every four Americans owns a bicycle, and the number of bike commuters is on the rise. Bicycle registration can help your campus or city promote safety, aid in bicycle planning and much more. This presentation will take an in-depth look at the details of getting a bicycle registration program off the ground.

Parking Garage Maintenance, Lee Bourque, Carl Walker, Inc.
Learn how to set up an effective maintenance program from someone who tried all of the wrong ways before finding one that really works. You will learn how to set up a maintenance program from start to finish. A tall order… and a great program.

New Transit Technology, Mitch Skyer, Solstice Transportation Group
Feeling overwhelmed by all the types of transit technology available? In this session, you will learn what’s valuable in today’s technology and how to select the right technology for your operation. Finally, find out how to effectively market your transit program and its tools.

Event Planning Panel: John Bochnak, Bruno Event Team; Mary Lynn Holloway, University of Tennessee and Beverly Lowe, City of Huntsville
The panel discussed the steps to planning a successful event, from the pre-event meetings to the wrap-up of the event.

30 Tips in 30 Minutes, Mary Lynn Holloway, University of Tennessee
Looking for a new approach to an old problem? In this interactive session, attendees shared tricks of the trade that they employ to address all kinds of challenges.

Americans with Disabilities Act Update, James Terry, Evan Terry Associates
The new ADA Standards and Regulations may be released as early as this July. They are the result of over 18 years of work to clarify vague language and inconsistencies, and to harmonize model codes and federal standards. This session will focus on upcoming changes for parking and transit facilities, and answer questions about the current standards.

Emergency Operations (PDF), Gary Graham, Louisiana State University
In 2005 and 2008, the effects of Hurricanes Katrina and Gustav were felt on the LSU campus. This presentation gives an overview of issues the campus faced and lessons learned from each storm. It also examines the role that parking and transit plays in other situations involving large crowds with the potential for emergencies.

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