Local Highway Technical Assistance Council

LHTAC's Quarter Three Newsletter is now available. Check and see our latest updates from finishing out the summer season!

Meet Ryan, a dedicated Project Coordinator at LHTAC! With a passion for transportation and teamwork, he’s helped improve efficiency in our State and Local Agreement processes. Outside of work, Ryan enjoys camping, fishing, and coaching his kids’ sports teams. His motivation? Family, and a commitment to always giving his best. Join us in celebrating Ryan’s contributions to LHTAC! #EmployeeSpotlight #LHTAC

Have you or your team developed a creative solution to improve local roads, safety, or efficiency? The Build a Better Mousetrap competition is your chance to showcase your ingenuity! We’re looking for innovative tools, techniques, and processes that make transportation work better, faster, or safer. Whether it’s a homegrown fix, a cost-saving improvement, or a game-changing new approach, we want to see it! Submit your ideas today: https://lnkd.in/gZBM73fP.

This week, LHTAC proudly celebrates Women in Construction Week, honoring the incredible contributions of women who help shape our local highways and infrastructure. From engineers and project managers to equipment operators and inspectors, women play a vital role in building safer, stronger communities across Idaho. At LHTAC, we are committed to supporting and empowering women in the transportation and construction industries. We recognize their dedication, expertise, and leadership, paving the way for future generations. Join us in celebrating the women who build, design, and lead in construction! #WomenInConstruction

Exciting things are happening with the Horseshoe Bend Bridge (Boise Street)! While this historic structure is making way for a new crossing, its legacy will live on in two meaningful ways: A Walking Path in Star: One of the trusses will be repurposed to enhance the Freedom Park walking path in Star, providing a scenic and functional addition to the community. (Available this spring!) A Historic Landmark in Horseshoe Bend: The other truss will be placed in the city park as a tribute to the bridge’s history, complete with a commemorative sign. Project Timeline: The new bridge is estimated for completion in the Summer of 2026, ensuring improved infrastructure while preserving a piece of Idaho’s history. A great example of blending the past with the future! #Idaho #HistoricPreservation #TrussBridgeRelocationProgram

Reminder! The Build a Better Mousetrap application is open year-round, and the 2025 submission process is happening right now! Have you come up with something cost-effective that makes work life easier, more efficient? Now’s your chance to showcase your creativity! Whether it’s a small tweak or a game-changing innovation, we want to see it. Don’t let your great ideas go unnoticed, submit today! #Innovation #Efficiency #BetterMousetrap #CreativeSolutions #SubmitYourIdeas

After nearly 100 days, the outside southbound lane of the 10th Avenue Overpass is officially open to traffic again! The closure was necessary after inspectors discovered a severely damaged girder supporting the bridge over the railroad tracks. The emergency repair process took time due to: · Designing an effective long-term solution · Coordinating with Union Pacific Railroad · Installing shoring beneath the bridge ·?Ordering and receiving specialized repair components It was an honor to support the City of Caldwell in the emergency repair through the Leading Idaho Local Bridge Program. Without these repairs, this could have led to major challenges in damage and regional traffic disruption. Thank you to all who helped put this emergency repair behind us! #EmergencyResponse #BridgeRepair #CaldwellID

Roses are red, violets are blue, deadlines don’t care, but chocolate gets us through. Whether you’re celebrating with a special someone, your amazing coworkers, or just a large pizza, today is a great reminder that appreciation goes a long way. So, here’s to spreading kindness, enjoying some sweet treats, and maybe even finishing that email you’ve been avoiding. Happy Valentine’s Day to all - may your inbox be light and your candy stash be full! #ValentinesDay #ChocolateIsTheRealMVP

Join us in congratulating the former Mayor of Kellogg and long-term LHTAC member on receiving the Precious Gem Award from the Silver Valley Chamber of Commerce! This well-deserved recognition honors his dedication and contributions to the community. Congratulations, Mac Pooler!? Read more about Mac Pooler here: https://lnkd.in/gdeqbrRW ?#Leadership #CommunityImpact ?

The Boise Metro Chamber recently sat down with our Administrator Laila Kral, for an interview hosted by Paul Fleming. If you're passionate about transportation, infrastructure, and local highways, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss! Laila shares valuable insights on how LHTAC supports Idaho’s local jurisdictions, the Leading Idaho Local Bridge (LILB) Program, and more. Whether you're in the industry or just curious about our local highways, this interview is packed with knowledge and key takeaways. Watch the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/gEJpiqdH. #BoiseMetroChamber