1. David S. Ekern, P.E. April 6, 2005 David S. Ekern, P.E. April 6, 2005 Transforming Transportation Building the Next Generation Context Sensitive Solutions Project Development Conference Context Sensitive Solutions Project Development Conference

2. Topics Map  Taking Stock  Where the Journey is Headed  Overview of the Initiatives of Change

3. Idaho Transportation Board D-4 Gary Blick Castleford, Idaho D-1 John McHugh Post Falls, Idaho D-2 Bruce Sweeney Lewiston, Idaho D-3 Monte C. McClure Meridian, Idaho D-6 John X. Combo Idaho Falls, Idaho D-5 Neil Miller Blackfoot, Idaho Chairman Charles L. Winder Boise, Idaho #150

4. ITD Executive Team David Ekern Director Sue Simmons Administration Charles Rountree Deputy Director, Planning/Programming Larry Falkner Public Transportation Bob Martin Aeronautics Pamela Lowe Motor Vehicles Steve Hutchinson Highways Julie Pipal Budget, Policy, Intergov. Relations

5. Transportation is:  International in scope  Intermodal / Integrated in form  Intelligent in character  Inclusive in service Agencies are moving to:  Provide a new mix of products and services  Increase the use of technology  Develop interagency alliances/ partnerships  Redefine private sector relationships  Reshape and upgrade workforce skills  Focus on Planning and Innovative Finance

6. Professional Attributes and Leadership Culture: Customer focused Innovative in reducing barriers Technology savvy Entrepreneurial Attitude Customer focused Innovative in reducing barriers Technology savvy Entrepreneurial Attitude Accountability Consistency Strategic/Tactical Recognition Accountability Consistency Strategic/Tactical Recognition

7. 21 ST CENTURY Mobility (outcomes) Customer-oriented System-focused 24X7 Proactive Performance-driven Partnerships 20 TH CENTURY Public works Project-focused Our jurisdiction 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Reactive Business as usual Do it our way When the Transformation is Complete

8. What Idahoans Want: Multimodal systems that provide choices Quality of life that respects history and protects its environment Being engaged in making decisions about the system Achieving goals within the bounds of reasonable funding THE BOARD DIRECTION To focus on turning the Vision into real and tangible products and services THE BOARD DIRECTION To focus on turning the Vision into real and tangible products and services

9.  Improving Safety  Enhancing System Operations  Organizational Development  Planning and Innovative Finance  Improving Project/Program Delivery Strategic Focus Areas Moving the business from one place to another

10. Operations & System Management 2004  Access Management Policy Update  Regional Transportation Operation Centers  Traveler Services/511 2005  Road Weather Information Systems  Statewide Communication Strategic Plan Update Organizational Development 2004  IS System Transformation  Statewide Facilities Master Plan  Transfer of Programming to Planning  Program Budgeting  Emphasize Research Moving to Practice 2005  HQ/District 3 Facilities Plan  Focus on Employee Services  Review of Pay Delivery System  Division Internal Realignments  Administrative Study Improving Safety 2004  Consolidated Traffic Section/Office of Highway Safety Functions 2005  Statewide Safety Program  Idaho Safety Summit

11. Planning and Innovative Finance 2004  Treasure Valley Regional Plan  Forum on Transportation Investment  Recreational Airstrips Plan  Rest Area System – Investment Plan  Consolidated STIP Process  Non-Metropolitan Consultation Guidelines 2005  Program Budgeting and Process Review  Connecting IDAHO – GARVEE Bonding  Asset Management/Performance Measures Update  System Adjustments Guidelines Revision  Forum on Aviation Investment

12. Project / Program Delivery 2004  Context Sensitive Solutions/Policy 2005  Resource Agency Agreements  ITD / FHWA / LHTAC Stewardship Agreement  Funding Neutral Project Development Process  Consultant Process Review

13. DEFINING CONTEXT SENSITIVE SOLUTIONS A way of thinking… Creating a project which will leave a lasting positive impact on the people it serves and the area it affects. A philosophy defining a successful project as being in harmony with the community and the environment.

14. DEFINE SUCCESS AS: Community Acceptance Environmental Compatibility Engineering Functional Credibility Financial Feasibility

15. FACTORS THAT SHAPE SUCCESS All Modes Public Involvement Balance Interdisciplinary Team AestheticsDesign Flexibility

16. MAKING IT HAPPEN Visionary Leadership/ Attitude of Excellence Personal Perseverance Planning with Public Involvement Creative Funding Attitude Integration of Experts Flexible/Innovative Design Learning from Success and Failure Sharing the Results

17. Our Mission Remains:... through high-quality, cost-effective transportation systems that are safe, reliable, and responsive for the economical and efficient movement of people and products. Improving Customer Service and System Performance

18. Thank You david.ekern@itd.idaho.gov — Quality Transportation Through People Who Make a Difference —