:: LPA Core & Planning ::

LPA Qualification Core Training & Project Planning, Feasibility and Applicaiton Development
(8 Professional Development Hours)

Registration Fee
**FREE** Public Agencies
**FREE** Private Agencies

This course has a limited number of seats.

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The LPA Qualification Program was developed and Implemented jointly by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Louisiana Division, and the Louisiana Local Technical Assistance Program (LTAP). The primary goal of the program is to increase the efficiency of project delivery for local transportation projects that utilize state and federal funds by helping local agency personnel understand the requirements associated with these funds.

COURSE TIMES:
8:00 a.m. - Registration/Check-in
8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Class

LOCATIONS:

May 19, 2015 - Lake Charles
IMCAL, SEED Center
4310 Ryan Street

LPA Qualification Core Training

Required for all project sponsors and their consultants to be qualified to participate in the state and federal programs on future transportation projects.

Key Topic Areas:

LPA Project Funding
Stages of an LPA Project
Responsible Charge
Project Reporting Requirements
Entity-State Agreement
Online LPA Manual
Working with LDOTD District and Headquarters

Project Planning, Feasibility and Application Development

Intended for all stakeholders involved in transportation related project development and implementation such as planners, engineers, public works departments, MPOs, economic development areas, grant writers, community leaders, safety and transportation advocates.

Key Topic Areas:

Funding Programs
Tips for a Strong Application
Local Transportation Planning
Realistic Scope, Scheduling, and Budgets
Matching Projects to Community Goals
Project Application, Screening, Prioritization, and Selection Process

Enrollment, Registration, and Cancellation Policy
Pre-registration is required one week in advance. Registrants will receive a confirmation of their reservation. If an agency is unable to mail in the registration fee before the deadline, please phone, FAX, or e-mail the LTAP office with the names of the workshop participants (800-595-4722 in-state or 225-767-9117; FAX 225-767-9156); bbreaux@ltrc.lsu.edu

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