Speaking

Engineering concepts. LOS. AADT. Travel Time Delay. Cross Section. High Injury Network. These are all concepts and acronyms transportation planners, engineers and safety experts work with every day, but they can be hard for the public to quickly understand not only what they mean but also why they are important.

This session will use real-life project examples across Ohio to discuss how planners can work hand in hand with engineers to develop strategies for translating complex engineering concepts into materials for public audiences by designing for diverse levels of understanding, determining when to incorporate supplemental information, deciding what accessibility standards should be considered and exploring alternative communication approaches. The result is an engagement and communication approach that both educates the public and gives them the tools they need to provide meaningful input on projects that impact them and their communities.