2026 Transportation and Safety Congress
Conference Date: Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: The Ramkota in Casper, Wyoming - Event room pricing available, call the Ramkota and
ask about the Safety Congress
Registration Cost: $100 (includes coffee, snacks, and lunch)
Pre-Conference Event:
WACERS Meeting & Dinner: Tuesday, April 14, 2026 (for WACERS Members Only)
ABOUT THE 2026 CONGRESS-
The 2026 Transportation & Safety Congress features four dedicated learning tracks designed for transportation and public works professionals at every level. Whether you are seeking certification, professional development, or practical skills for the field, this single-day event offers valuable training at an affordable price.
Why Attend?
- Earn certifications and professional development credits
- Learn practical, applicable skills
- Network with peers, vendors, and industry experts
- One affordable registration fee covers a full day of training and meals
Please explore the "learning tracks" section below if you have any questions regarding which track is right for you.
Online Attendee/Vendor Registration
Note: We do ask that you only request an invoice if you NEED to pay with a check
LEARNING TRACKS
Please note: Those seeking only the Work Zone certification, not the ATSSA Flagger certification, can register under the Work Zone / Other option and join the afternoon Transportation Track or Operation
Training Description: A daylong session focusing on innovative solutions, best practices, and emerging trends in transportation infrastructure, safety, and maintenance. Sessions cover topics such as roadway design, traffic management, multimodal transportation, and new technologies aimed at improving efficiency and sustainability in local and rural transportation networks.
Who should attend: Transportation and public works professionals seeking updates on current practices, technologies, and solutions for local and rural agencies.
Note: An extra WZ/ATSSA session has been added for the day before the conference on April 14th.
Training Description: The morning session covers basic aspects of traffic control in work zones, including use of the MUTCD to select appropriate layouts and procedures for ensuring work zone safety. The afternoon session is specifically for those who will be flaggers, covering their role in the work zone and how to perform the job safely and effectively. Those who successfully complete the morning and afternoon sessions and pass the written and demonstration tests will receive a three-year, nationally recognized ATSSA flagger certificate.
Who should attend: Local government workers and anyone who will be working on a job site or serving as a flagger are encouraged to attend.
Training Description: The morning session covers traffic control in work zones, including MUTCD layout selection and safety procedures. The afternoon session transitions to transportation track topics, covering a range of subjects pertaining to worksite management and best practices.
Who should attend: Those in supervisory or management roles who want foundational work zone knowledge combined with broader transportation topics.
Training Description: A full-day certification course covering all aspects of Local Project Administration through WYDOT. Topics include program management, consultant selection, contracting, NEPA, right-of-way, and more. The day concludes with the certification exam. Local Project Administration enables cities, towns, and nonprofit agencies to make transportation improvements with federal and state funding. A certified staff member takes charge of a "locally administered project" in partnership with WYDOT, ensuring all federal and state requirements are met.
Who should attend: Any city, town, county, or local public agency employee or consultant project manager who will be responsible for the oversight of a federally funded project. Attendees are expected to already possess a working knowledge of this subject.
Training Description: Designed specifically for road and field crews—the professionals operating equipment, handling materials, and keeping roads functioning every day. This hands-on-focused track emphasizes practical skills, field experience, and real-world operations. Topics may include equipment operation, maintenance practices, and surface management, with sessions tailored to those doing the work on the ground.
Session Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Who should attend: Road crews, equipment operators, maintenance staff, and field personnel responsible for day-to-day operations.
Details and speakers will be announced as the agenda is finalized.
Date: Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Time: 2:00 PM – Dinner
Registration Cost: $35.00
Location: Ramkota Hotel, Casper, WY
Future Dates
2027 Safety Congress - April 14th
The Wyoming Technology Transfer Center officially recognized the first class of Roads Scholars and Master Roads Scholars in the year 2000. Since that time, the program has grown tremendously. The Roads Scholars Program is offered a most LTAP/TTAP centers. Earning recognition places you within the group of other highly trained transportation workers throughout the Nation.
The men and women who have earned this recognition are commended for their commitment to continuing their education and improving their skills. As of 2022 there are 39 Master Roads Scholars and 128 Roads Scholars in Wyoming. Being recognized as a Roads Scholar requires the successful completion of at least twelve (12) Wyoming Technology Transfer Center workshops. Recognition as a Master Roads Scholar requires the successful completion of at least twenty (20) Wyoming Technology Transfer Center workshops.
If you would like to know your credit hours please contact our office at wyt2c@uwyo.edu or call us at (307) 766-6743.
Road scholar classes

Road Scholars
Gene Legerski, Swetwater County
Matt McCloud, Lincoln County
Road Scholars
Louis "Chip" Ash, Park County
Clark Melinkovich, Campbell County
Jim Bowen, Convese Co. Road & Bridge
Michael Haigler, Natrona Co. Road & Bridge
Kelly Kenworth, City of Cheyenne
RaJean Strube Fossen, City of Laramie
Road Scholars
Brian Edwrds, Park County
Randy Derr, Albany County
Master Road Scholars
Amy Butler, Lincoln County
Morgan Ellsbury, Crook County Road & Bridge
Ken Muller, Sheridan Count
Road Scholars
Brian Edwards, Park County
Randy Derr, Albany County Road & Bridge
Master Road Scholars
Jerry Hort, Goshen Co. Road & Bridge
Dan Blakeman, Weston County
Rick Eddy, City of Gillette
Jeff Gerhardt, Park Co. Road & Bridge
Jimmy Jay Hinckley, Converse Co. Road & Bridge
Road Scholars
Kim Stevens, City of Cheyenne
Mike Thompson, Park County
David Anderson, Washakie County
Bruce Himes, Town Of Lusk
Eric Japp, City of Laramie
Frank Siebenaler, City of Casper
Master Road Scholars
Leo Rodell, City of Gillette
Road Scholar
Andy Metzler, City of Powell
David St. John, Converse County
Jay Hostetter, Campbell County
Josh Hernandez, City of Riverton
Kris Cooper, Park County
Master Road Scholars
Jeff Garman, Crook County
Joe Kizzire, City of Green River
Road Scholars
Jeremy Bowden, City of Casper
Randy Sikes, Town of Saratoga
Robert Tasler, City of Casper
Ron Yagadich, Albany County
Tony Hernandez, City of Douglas
Master Road Scholars
Jason Fields, Park County
Bill Mason, Fremont County
Craig Nottage, City of Laramie
Tom Severude, Park County
Kent Smith, Town of Saratoga
John Zierke, Park County
Mitchel Snyder, City of Laramie
Road Scholars
Dale Barrett, City of Riverton
Jason Clark, Natrona County
Jimmy Jay Hinckley, Converse County
Tyann Woodall, City of Gillette
Randy Chenoweth, Washakie County
Road Scholars
George DeMarce, Natrona County
Morgan Ellsbury, Crook County
Rebel McLean, City of Casper
Tommy Scott, WYDOT
Kent Smith, Town of Saratoga
Master Road Scholars
Dave Schlager, Hot Springs County
Scott Pehringer, Johnson County
Gregg Schaub, City of Riverton
Milton Smith, Albany County Road & Bridge
Road Scholars
Kit Westbrook, WYDOT
Eric Asay, City of Cody
Charles E. Bartlett, Town of Saratoga
Bill Pinkerton, Sheridan County
Master Road Scholars
John Radosevich, Sweetwater County
John Canaday, City of Green River
Raymond Richards, Sweetwater County
Robert Van Valkenburg, Sweetwater County
Road Scholars
Jeff Garman, Crook County Public Works
Jim Brandenburg, Crook County Public Works
Master Road Scholars
Steve Brown, City of Laramie
Rob Fisher, Albany County
Cliff Gibbons, Sweetwater County
Stephen Monk, City of Green River
Road Scholars
John Canaday, City of Green River
Dave Schlager, Hot Springs County
Mitchell Snyder, City of Laramie
Herbert W. Stoughton, Geodetic Engineer
Warren Webb, Town of Star Valley Ranch
Master Road Scholars
Wayne Fox, WYDOT
Stephen Harold, Town of Torrington
DelRay Jones, Park County
Steve Nelson, City of Laramie
David Pendleton, Fremont County
Jeffrey Taylor, City of Worland
Dave Westling, City of Green River
Road Scholars
Dan Blakeman, Town of Moorcroft
Robert Jaure, WYDOT
Bill Masson, Fremont County
Martin Mayfield, WYDOT
Scott Pehringer, Johnson County
Leo Rodell, City of Gillette
Jody Sandoval, City of Rawlins
William Schoening, WYDOT
Master Road Scholars
Dave Dunbar, Albany County
Gregory Simpson, City of Laramie
Bobby Welch, City of Green River
Road Scholars
Ruben Garcia, City of Worland
Raymond Richards, Sweetwater County
Tom Severude, Park County


