Ames in Focus: Smarter Streets Ahead with Damion Pregitzer
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Show Notes
In this episode of Ames in Focus, host Bill Gebhart welcomes back Damion Pregitzer, Traffic Engineer for the City of Ames, to talk about a quiet revolution in local transportation: the Intelligent Transportation System (ITS).
From adaptive traffic signals to fiber-connected intersections, Ames is stepping into the future with technology designed to make your daily commute smoother, safer, and more sustainable.
🔍 What You’ll Learn:-
What ITS is and how it works in Ames
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How smart signals reduce congestion and improve travel times
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Why Duff Avenue was the starting point and what corridors are next
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The environmental benefits of smoother traffic flow
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The long-term vision for a connected and multi-modal Ames
Whether you're driving, biking, or walking, this episode shows how Ames is using innovation to enhance everyday mobility and build a greener and more efficient city.
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