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NYS LTAP Center - Cornell Local Roads Program

NYSLTAP-CLRP provides training, technical assistance and information to municipal agencies responsible for the maintenance, construction and management of local highways and bridges in New York State.

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.

Spring Workshops

Workshop topics:

  • Stormwater Management 
  • Reducing Liability
  • Tools for Practical Communication 
  • Solutions for Safer Roads
  • Asphalt Paving Principles
  • Dollars and Sense of Municipal Operations 
  • Surveying 
  • Work Zone Traffic Control 
Online registration
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Register now for the 2025 Highway School!

The Annual School for Highway Superintendents, or "Highway School," brings together over 700 local roads professionals from across New York State for two and a half days of training and education.

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Flagger Tutorial

By following this tutorial, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to effectively manage traffic control and enhance safety in various road work scenarios.

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Upcoming Webinars

Our special Roadway Departure webinar series and Summer 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@cornell.edu