This webinar will bring together industry leaders for an engaging panel discussion on pavement preservation as part of the FPPC series, “Pavement Preservation Posse Panel.” During this 90-minute session, we will explore the key principles of pavement preservation, practical solutions for common challenges, and innovative techniques to enhance roadway performance.
Topics will include mastering the fundamentals of pavement preservation, addressing real-world challenges such as limited funding and aging infrastructure, and exploring proven strategies for implementing effective pavement management programs. We will also share actionable insights and best practices that can help stretch maintenance budgets and optimize program results.
Whether you’re developing a preservation program or seeking new approaches to manage your roadways, this webinar will provide practical knowledge and tools to help you succeed.
Learning Objectives:
- Master the Fundamentals of Pavement Preservation: Gain a clear understanding of why preservation is critical to infrastructure longevity and how it can lead to significant cost savings.
- Address Real-World Challenges: Learn practical solutions for overcoming common issues like limited funding, environmental constraints, and aging infrastructure.
- Explore Innovative Techniques and Best Practices: Discover the latest advancements and proven strategies for implementing effective pavement management programs.
Instructor Bios
Chris Evers is the Executive Coordinator from the Florida Pavement Preservation Council in addition to his role with Pavement Technology Inc., a company he joined in 2012. Chris was instrumental in the founding of the Florida Pavement Preservation Council in 2010. Chris has over 28 years of experience in the heavy highway construction industry. Chris has been involved in all facets of heavy highway educational efforts. He is the Past President of the American Public Works Association Florida Chapter. His involvement in the Florida Chapter has spanned a multitude of Committee Chairs, Task Forces and Officer Positions. In 2012 he founded the Public Works Director Roundtable and he also moderates the International PWD Roundtable at PWX. He has been an active speaker for APWA, FACERS, ASCE, ASHE, ARRA, Florida T2 Center, and the Florida Airports Council. Chris was recently honored by APWA as a Top Ten Award recipient for 2023.
Rex W. Eberly is an On-Call Pavement Preservation Engineer with the National Center for Pavement Preservation. In this role, he provides technical support and expertise to effectively address pavement preservation-related activities, such as outreach and training, to further the state of the knowledge and the practice. Rex has worked in the Asphalt Paving and Pavement Preservation industry since 1983 and has held multiple operations and sales positions at various contracting and manufacturing companies. He is a graduate of Kansas State University with a degree in Civil Engineering Technology and Surveying. Rex has experience in estimating, project management and supervision of Micro surfacing, slurry seal, chip seal, cold in-place recycling, full depth reclamation, soil stabilization and crack treatment projects.
Todd Gonser, P.E., is the Western States Manager for Cutler Repaving. As a former Materials and Pavement Design Engineer for the Colorado DOT, Todd Gonser will offer a unique perspective on the topic of Asphalt Pavements. He has enjoyed working on both sides of this industry. At the DOT, he was charged with finding, developing and implementing cost-effective surface treatment strategies for highways in Colorado that would ultimately give taxpayers efficient, long-lasting, quality pavements for transportation. Now as a contractor, he lends his expertise to helping local agencies and DOTs throughout the Western US find, develop and implement the effective paving options for those very same Materials and Pavement Design Engineers.
RECORDING
To earn Professional Development Hours (PDHs) or a Certificate of Completion for each recorded webinar, you must view the entire webinar. After viewing, please fill out the web form at the link below to request your certificate. The Florida LTAP Center will follow-up within 2-3 weeks.
This webinar will award 1.5 PDHs.
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