Mission Statement

Improving the Quality and Safety of NYS Highways

The New York State LTAP Center - Cornell Local Roads Program provides unbiased, timely and exceptional technical assistance and training to highway and public works departments across New York State to help improve the quality and safety of roads and streets. We support local communities through strong collaborations with partners that enhance the sustainability of local highway assets.

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Join us for the Thirty-First Statewide Conference On Local Bridges

The Annual Bridge Conference will be held in Saratoga Springs, NY, on October 22 - 23, with the training day on the 21.

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New Community Corner!

Check out our newest Community Corner, "That's Not Where That Belongs." Addresses the issue of residents placing items within the ROW, which can be considered an obstruction, as it impedes the department’s ability to maintain the ROW and roadway properly and efficiently.

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Upcoming Webinars

Our winter webinars are now live! Join us most Tuesdays from 9:00 to 10:00 AM for these informative sessions.

Contact Information 

416 Riley-Robb Hall / Ithaca, NY 14853 / phone: 607-255-8033 / fax: 607-255-4080 / email: clrp [at] cornell.edu (clrp[at]cornell[dot]edu)