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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.

Fall Workshops

Join us for our fall workshops, which run from mid-September to early November! 

  • Workshop Topics
    • Snow & Ice Control 
    • Local Roads Done Right
    • Work Zone Traffic Control 
    • Rights & Responsibilities 
    • Running Your Highway Dept. 
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30th Statewide Conference on Local Bridges

Register now! Price increase on October 4th.

Since 1994 we have collaborated with the New York State Department of Transportation Structures Division to present a conference about bridge issues for local governments. This Conference is intended for county, city, town, and village highway officials in New York State who maintain and rehabilitate local bridges. Consultants, contractors, and suppliers are also welcome.

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Flagger Tutorial

This tutorial was created to highlight the key points of flagging.

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Community Corners

Communicating the work of the Highway Department to the public can be challenging. To make it easier, we’ve developed 15 infographics designed to help bridge the gap and enhance public understanding of what we do.

Contact Information

416 Riley-Robb Hall / Ithaca, NY 14853 / phone: 607-255-8033 / fax: 607-255-4080 / email: clrp@cornell.edu