Developing Smooth, Quiet, Safe Portland Cement Concrete Pavements, March 2004

The concrete paving industry has spent large amounts of time working to provide safe, quiet, and smooth pavements for the traveling public as their needs and driving habits have changed since the advent of the automobile. During that time, the efforts of research, design, and construction were directed at one of the problems at a time. Current public surveys indicate that the traveling public wishes to have safe, quiet, and smooth pavements. This report identifies the problems remaining in the areas of developing smooth, quiet, and safe portland cement concrete pavement in each pavement we build. It develops the research framework that can be used to bring the existing information together with additional research in each area. The resulting answers can be used in each pavement design for a quiet, safe, and smooth pavement that is also long lasting.

Safe Bicycling in Iowa, May 7, 2001

Bicycling, once considered a recreational activity for the young, has suddenly become a popular means of transportation for adults. The recent rise in fuel costs, an increased interest in physical fitness and concern for the environment have resulted in a growing number of adults choosing to commute by bike. The benefits of commuting by bicycle are numerous, and include saving money, promoting good health and energy conservation. However, the combination of bicycles and motor vehicles on public roads is not always a pleasant experience. Increasing numbers of cyclists on city streets lead to increased conflicts with motor vehicles and can endanger both vehicle operators.

Safe Routes to School, June 7, 2006

Parental concerns about traffic and strangers have reduced children’s freedom to move about their neighborhoods on their own. Programs like the Walking School Bus — an adult-supervised walk to school — identify safe routes to school, and teach safe crossing practices and “street smart” skills. Appropriate infrastructure like sidewalks and bicycling paths is also important.

SAFE Spotlight, March/April 2009. (this issue mislabeled 2008)

Bimonthly news for substance abuse prevention coalitions.

SAFE Spotlight, May/June 2009.

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SAFE Spotlight, July/August 2009.

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SAFE Spotlight, November/December 2009.

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SAFE Spotlight, September/October 2009.

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SAFE Spotlight, January/February 2010.

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SAFE Spotlight, March/April 2010.

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SAFE Spotlight, May/June 2010.

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SAFE Spotlight, July/August 2010.

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SAFE Spotlight, September/October 2010.

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SAFE Spotlight, November/December 2010.

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SAFE Spotlight, March/April 2011.

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