Governor's Conference On Highway Safety

Wednesday, August 21, 2019Conference Program Workshops11 a.m. – 12 p.m.TIME sessionBest Practices and Lessons Learnedin Traffic Incident Management (TIM)Room: Wilderness Ballroom 1Speaker:Daniel Kontos, Chief Deputy (retired), Portage County Sheriff’s OfficeIn this workshop, you will explore concepts, strategiesand best practices concerning the establishment, maintenanceand expansion of an effective Traffic Incident Management (TIM)program. Taking lessons learned from across North America, youwill be introduced to methods and options for improving the safetyof highway emergency responders in rural, urban and suburbansettings. This workshop will be particularly helpful in both starting anew TIM program, or taking an existing program to the next level.Description:11 a.m. – 12 p.m.TIME sessionMadison Beltline Dynamic Part-Time Shoulder UseRoom: Wilderness Ballroom 2Speaker:Brandon Lamers, PE, Major Studies Supervisor,Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT)The WisDOT Southwest Region is examining the feasibilityof redesigning the Madison Beltline shoulder lanes to allow their useduring peak travel times. The practice, also known as hard shoulderrunning or dynamic shoulder lanes, is currently in place in at least17 states. It allows traffic on paved shoulders during peak traveltimes using changeable message signs. The practice is recognizedby the Federal Highway Administration as a safe and cost-effectiveway to alleviate congestion and improve travel time reliability.Description:11

Wednesday, August 21, 2019Conference Program Workshops11 a.m. – 12 p.m.CPS sessionRestraint Trends: New Testing, Features and DirectionsRoom: Tundra Breakout CSpeaker:Joseph M. Colella, Traffic Safety ProjectsNew recommendations, regulations and consumer demandsmake child passenger safety an ever-changing field. This session willhighlight new restraint features and some of the research that supportsthem, and review less common features that are often misunderstood.Description:12 – 1 p.m.LunchRoom: Sandstone Ballroom1:15 – 2:15 p.m.BOTS sessionOfficer Wellness Critical Incident StressManagement (CISM) / Peer Support Basics,Implementation and Lessons LearnedRoom: Glacier Breakout ASpeakers:Christopher Paulson, Sergeant, Village of Mount Pleasant Police DepartmentJohn Putnam, Chaplin, Wisconsin State PatrolMichael Payne, Racine County Medical ExaminerLaw enforcement has recognized the value in overallofficer wellness, which includes the spiritual, physical, emotionaland mental health aspects. A police agency’s peer support programserves as a front-line defense to the emotional and mental injuriesthat are frequently experienced, but historically not addressed.A peer support program using six basic pillars will be discussedalong with peer support limitations and lessons learned.Description:12

Wednesday, August 21, 2019Conference Program Workshops1:15 – 2:15 p.m.BOTS sessionBuckle up to Buckle down with Seatbelt ResultsRoom: Glacier Breakout BSpeaker:Dr. Tracy Buchman, Assistant Professor, University of Wisconsin – WhitewaterClickit or Ticket, seems like Déjà vu?! Each year, the stateparticipates in the nationwide program and observation data is collectedafterwards. How is the data used? How are the observation sites selected?This is not your same old session on seatbelt use. We will present theWho, What, Where, When and Why along with the How to impact change.It’s time to buckle down and impact the buckle up rate even more.Description:1:15 – 2:15 p.m.BOTS sessionWalk This Way: Innovative Practicesfor Pedestrian SafetyRoom: Glacier Breakout CSpeaker:Melissa Kraemer Badtke, Principal Transportation Planner,East Central Wisconsin Regional Planning CommissionThe East Central Wisconsin Regional Safe Routes toSchool program conducted more than 190 bike and walk auditsacross their eight county region. Learn how staff automated thisprocess by taking it from pencil and paper to a digital form. Thissession will also showcase local examples of how schools andcommunities worked together with the Safe Routes to Schoolprogram to implement pedestrian safety enhancements.Description:13

Wednesday, August 21, 2019Conference Program Workshops1:15 – 2:15 p.m.TIME sessionWisconsin Traffic Management Center (TMC) UpdateRoom: Wilderness Ballroom 2Speakers:Nate Clark, Lieutenant, Wisconsin State Patrol, Traffic Management CenterHarman Chahal, Sergeant, Wisconsin State Patrol, Traffic Management CenterA combined Division of State Patrol and traffic operationsresponse to incidents led to improved communication between theWisconsin Traffic Management Center (TMC) and law enforcement. Trafficcameras have been used to track vehicles being pursued by law enforcement,find suicidal subjects and assist law enforcement in finding evidence. TheTMC continues to work with state and local partners to ensure improvedcommunication and enhanced resource sharing. Through these goals,the TMC is better positioned to respond to incidents, share data amongstits partners and manage the transportation network of the future.Description:1:15 – 2:15 p.m.TIME session2019 Towing Innovations and TechnologyRoom: Wilderness Ballroom 5Speakers:Todd Menzel, Chief Operating Officer, Menzel Enterprises, Inc.D/B/A: Prairie Land TowingJamon Ingelse, Owner, Lanser TowingThe 2019 Towing Innovations and Technology session will givelisteners a sneak peek of how technology in the towing industry will changethe future of quick incident clearance and public safety. This class is designedto outline the technology at the fingertips of a mobile industry, while usingdata-driven performance metrics to ensure desired outcomes. Enhancingcommunications, improving response times, while fitting into the publicpuzzle is all made easier with today’s technology. What will the future hold?Description:14

Wednesday, August 21, 2019Conference Program Workshops1:15 – 2:15 p.m.TIME sessionTraffic Incident Management and theuse of Unmanned Aircraft SystemsRoom: Wilderness Ballroom 4Speaker:Chris Jushka, Lieutenant, Wisconsin State PatrolIn August 2016, the Federal Aviation Administrationreleased the Small Unmanned Aircraft Regulations (Part 107), whichallowed for commercial drone operations in the National AirspaceSystem. Public safety agencies quickly recognized the tremendousadvantages that could be obtained through the use of unmannedaircraft in daily operations to combat and investigate criminalactivity, prevent destruction of property, find missing or fleeingindividuals and provide situational awareness for those in need.Transportation and public safety agencies are always looking fortechnologies that can improve incident response capabilities, scenemonitoring and clearance rates. Drones are becoming a tremendouslyuseful tool for our transportation partners and crash investigators. Thispresentation will offer insight into how unmanned aircraft can enhancetraffic incident management efforts and traffic crash investigations.Description:15

Wednesday, August 21, 2019Conference Program Workshops1:15 – 2:15 p.m.CPS sessionCurrent Research Trends of Child RestraintSystems for Side Impact ProtectionRoom: Tundra Breakout CSpeaker:Hans W. Hauschild, Senior Research Engineer, Medical College of WisconsinFrontal crashes are the most common type of crash with sideimpact crashes being the second most common. However, injury rates arehigher in side impact crashes than in frontal crashes. Currently, there are noside impact protection requirements for child restraint devices, although anotice of proposed rulemaking has been issued. Children are fundamentallydifferent than adult occupants, so protection measures in vehicles must beaccounted for. This presentation will focus on current child seat side impactprotection and research. It will also include recent laboratory test data witha child test dummy and protection methods of different types of restraints.Description:2:15 – 2:30 p.m.Afternoon Break16

Wednesday, August 21, 2019Conference Program Workshops2:30 – 4 p.m.BOTS sessionHuman Trafficking – Hiding in Plain SightRoom: Glacier Breakout ASpeakers:Darrick Lorbecki, Trooper, Wisconsin State PatrolBenjamin Poller, Division of Criminal Investigation,Wisconsin Department of JusticeHuman trafficking is an issue that can affect urban and ruralcommunities across Wisconsin. Traffickers are very mobile, using theInterstates, hotels and public transportation. This presentation willcover the basic elements of human trafficking, and what’s requiredwhen charging human traffickers. The class will also discuss signs ofhuman trafficking, how to identify victims and potential traffickers.Description:2:30 – 4 p.m.BOTS sessionDrugged Driving From Roadside to CourtroomRoom: Glacier Breakout BSpeakers:Sean M. Patyk, Patrol Officer, Franklin Police DepartmentChristopher Killey, Detective, Washington County Sheriff's OfficeTara Jenswold, TSRP/AAG, Wisconsin Department of JusticeEmily Thompson, AAG/TSRP, Wisconsin Department of JusticeAmy Miles, Director of Forensic Toxicology,Wisconsin State Laboratory of HygieneThe panel discussion will present the different partsof a drugged driving stop from roadside to the courtroom startingfrom when a person is stopped and an officer suspects drugimpairment. The panel will discuss the traffic stop, typical warrantprocess and arrest, the Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) evaluation,along with toxicology involvement and prosecution of the case.Description:17

Wednesday, August 21, 2019Conference Program Workshops2:30 – 4 p.m.TIME sessionFebruary 24, 2019 Winnebago County I-41 SouthboundMega Crash: After Action Review and Lessons LearnedRoom: Wilderness Ballroom 1Speakers:Dean Pankratz, Patrol Deputy, Winnebago County Sheriff’s OfficeLara Vendola-Messer, Patrol Captain, Winnebago County Sheriff’s OfficeEdmund (Ed) King, Fire Chief, Town of Neenah Fire DepartmentAfter covering east-central Wisconsin in a blanket of snow,a winter storm created a High Wind Warning on the morning of Sunday,February 24, 2019. Sustained 25 – 40 mph winds with gusts in excess of50 mph caused drifting and blowing snow, and created whiteout conditions.This resulted in the largest single incident crash in the history of Wisconsin:one person died, 141 of the 232 people involved reported injures requiring71 patient transports, and 119 vehicles were involved. This presentation willuse videos and photos to discuss how this incident occurred, cooperativeincident command, the ensuing 15.5 hour clean-up, documentation issuesand overall lessons learned.Description:2:30 – 4 p.m.CPS sessionHow Kids Should Ride:A Child Restraint Selection UpdateRoom: Tundra Breakout CSpeaker:Joseph M Colella, Traffic Safety ProjectsHow much safer is a rear-facing child? How long shouldkids ride in harnesses? When is a child ready to use just a seatbelt? This session explores recent research, policy updates andbest practices for choosing and using the correct restraint.Description:18

Wednesday, August 21, 2019Conference Program Workshops4 – 4:15 p.m.Afternoon Break4:15 – 5:15 p.m.BOTS sessionRoad Trip with the Traffic Safety Resouce Prosecuters(TSRPS): Exploring Recent OWI Case LawRoom: Glacier Breakout ASpeakers:Tara Jenswold, TSRP/AAG, Wisconsin Department of JusticeEmily Thompson, AAG/TSRP, Wisconsin Department of JusticeTake a ride with Wisconsin's Traffic Safety ResourceProsecutors as they discuss recent OWI – related cases and lawsthat have impacted law enforcement practices and procedures.Description:4:15 – 5:15 p.m.BOTS sessionThe Real Speed Trap – Our CasualAcceptance of a Daily HabitRoom: Glacier Breakout BSpeaker:Nick Jarmusz, Director of Public Affairs, AAA – The Auto Club GroupThis session will look at public attitudes about theacceptability of speeding, as well as the impact of speed limit increasesin states around the county including Wisconsin. It will draw fromthe AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety’s “Traffic Safety Culture Index”survey data, as well research from the Insurance Institute for HighwaySafety. Time will also be allotted for a discussion of best practices forcountermeasures currently being used in Wisconsin and beyond.Description:19

Wednesday, August 21, 2019Conference Program Workshops4:15 – 5:15 p.m.BOTS sessionPredictive Analytics: Putting Algorithms to UseRoom: Glacier Breakout CSpeakers:Andi Bill, Traffic and Research Program Manager,TOPS Laboratory, University of Wisconsin–MadisonSteven Parker, IT Program Manager,TOPS Laboratory, University of Wisconsin–MadisonAn update on the tools used in predictiveanalytics, pilot projects and evaluations.Description:4:15 – 5:15 p.m.TIME sessionEvidence Preservation and its Importanceat Crash Investigation ScenesRoom: Wilderness Ballroom 1Speaker:Michael Marquardt, Trooper, Wisconsin State PatrolInvestigating criminal or potentially criminal crash sceneshinges on the collection of otherwise perishable scene evidence. Oftenthis evidence may only exist for hours, or in some cases minutes. if trafficis allowed to traverse through the crash location. Once this evidence isdestroyed, the efficacy of the investigation may be compromised. Throughbackground and case examples, this presentation will discuss why datacollection is important and how the Wisconsin State Patrol balancesinvestigative response with the needs of Traffic Incident Management.Description:20

Wednesday, August 21, 2019Conference Program Workshops4:15 – 5:15 p.m.TIME sessionWisconsin Truck Parking InformationManagement SystemRoom: Wilderness Ballroom 4Speaker:Randall J. Hoyt, PE, State Active Traffic Management Engineer,Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT)Over the past three years, WisDOT added truckparking detection at 12 rest areas in the state. Some of the topicscovered will include why truck parking notification is critical,detection technology types and advantages/disadvantages of each,day-to-day operations of the system and data dissemination.Description:4:15 – 5:15 p.m.CPS sessionWhat’s Your Child Passenger Safety IQ?Room: Tundra Breakout CSpeaker:Nick Maniaci, Wisconsin Child Passenger Safety Coordinator,Children's Hospital of WisconsinLearn something new and check your knowledge onChild Passenger Safety through a fun interactive game called Kahoot!Please bring your smart phone, tablet or computer to participate.Description:6 – 8 p.m.Networking ReceptionRoom: Wilderness Ballrooms 3 / 621

Thursday, August 22, 20197 a.m.Registration OpensRoom: Glacier Canyon ConferenceCenter Main Entrance8 – 9 a.m.7:30 – 8 a.m.Breakfast andExhibit Hall OpensRoom: Sandstone BallroomKeynote SpeakerRoom: Sandstone BallroomJonlee AnderleRegional AdministratorNational Highway Traffic Safety Administration(NHTSA) Dr. Jonlee Anderle is the Regional Administratorfor NHTSA Region 5 (Great Lakes Region). He isa retired Lieutenant with the Laramie WyomingPolice Department, where he served from 1993until 2013. After retiring from the Laramie PoliceDepartment, he served as the Impaired DrivingProgram Manager for the Wyoming Departmentof Transportation Highway Safety Office until2017. He was a Drug Recognition Expert and DrugRecognition Expert Instructor for over 10 yearsand has served on the Ivinson Memorial Hospital Board of Trustees,the Wyoming Governor's Council on Impaired Driving, the WyomingGovernor's Leadership Team to Prevent Impaired Driving, and theTechnical Advisory Panel to the International Association of Chiefs ofPolice Highway Safety Committee. He is a graduate of the Universityof Wyoming with a Master's in Business Administration and a Ph.D.in Education and for the last eight years has been part of the teamwhich regularly updates the national impaired driving curricula.22

Thursday, August 22, 2019Conference Program Workshops9:15 – 10:15 a.m.BOTS sessionImpact Teen DrivingRoom: Wilderness Ballroom 59:15 – 10:15 a.m.BOTS sessionConnecting Communities Through Social MediaRoom: Glacier Breakout ASpeakers:Terry Walsh, Social Media Manager, Wisconsin Department of TransportationJon Riemann, Communications Manager, Wisconsin Department ofTransportation, Traffic Management CenterMarc Lovicott, Director of Communications, Public Information Officer,University of Wisconsin – Madison Police DepartmentThis session will look at the role, risks and rewards social mediaplays in community building, crime prevention and criminal investigation.Seasoned media professionals will offer practical insights on what contentto share and what not to share. Also learn tips on how to effectively usephotos and video to tell your story through social media platforms.Description:9:15 – 10:15 a.m.BOTS sessionOral-Fluid Testing for Driving Underthe Influence of Drugs (DUID)Room: Glacier Breakout BSpeaker:Heather Barkholtz, Chemical Testing Program Chief,Wisconsin Department of TransportationRoadside oral-fluid drug screening is a valuable tool for lawenforcement when evaluating for drug impaired driving. This session willexamine results of Dane and Manitowoc county pilot projects using theAlere DDS2 hand-held screening instrument. Results from the oral-fluiddevice will be compared to evidentiary tests and the Drug RecognitionExpert (DRE) evaluation.Description:23

Thursday, August 22, 2019Conference Program Workshops9:15 – 10:15 a.m.BOTS sessionRailroad Related Incident ResponseRoom: Glacier Breakout CSpeaker:Gary Koerner, State Coordinator, Wisconsin Operation LifesaverA train has just derailed and an explosion occurred inyour community. Now what? Tag along with the Railroad Police asthey provide critical information for you and your first responderteams to safely and effectively handle the complexities oftenassociated with railroad-related incidents. Learn what resourcesrailroads can provide to assist in your investigation, mitigate theincident and reduce the overall impact to your community.Description:9:15 – 10:15 a.m.TIME sessionWeb Profiting From Business Intelligence –The “Intelligence-Led” ApproachRoom: Wilderness Ballroom 1Speakers:Brian M. Barkow, Deputy Inspector, Milwaukee County Sheriff's OfficeAndrew Carrion, Public Safety Analyst, Milwaukee CountyLearn how the Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO)uses data for the purposes of predictive and intelligence-led policing toreduce crashes, deter aggressive driving behaviors, and keep travelerssafe during inclement weather events on the Milwaukee County freewaysystem. This proactive approach leverages internal and external datasources through MCSO’s business intelligence system providing realtime decision making from line staff to administration. The system allowsMCSO to share valuable information with all stakeholders in real-timeto quickly respond to rapidly changing conditions during events.Description:24

Thursday, August 22, 2019Conference Program Workshops9:15 – 10:15 a.m.TIME sessionRegional Incident Management Coordinator(RIMC) – A great WisDOT ResourceRoom: Wilderness Ballroom 2Speakers:Jarrod Turk, Maintenance Specialist / RIMC, Wisconsin Department ofTransportation, SW Region – La CrosseMarquis Young, Statewide TIM Engineer, Wisconsin Department ofTransportation, Traffic Management CenterMichael Jungbluth, Emergency Transportation Operations Program Manager,Wisconsin Department of Transportation – Lakeside EngineersThe mission of a Regional Inci

Governor’s Council on Highway Safety Room: Glacier Breakout A The 15-member council meets quarterly and is charged with advising the governor, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation’s (WisDOT) Secretary and the Highway Safety Coordinator on matters of highway safety