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2010 AASHTO SCOTE Conference

2010 AASHTO SCOTE Conference. Welcome to Chicago. State of Illinois. 21 st State 5 th largest highway network 13 million people Three navigable waterways (connecting New Orleans to New York) Diverse Economy Boeing, McDonalds, Bank One, United Airlines and Motorola HQs

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2010 AASHTO SCOTE Conference

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  1. 2010 AASHTO SCOTE Conference Welcome to Chicago

  2. State of Illinois • 21st State • 5th largest highway network • 13 million people • Three navigable waterways (connecting New Orleans to New York) • Diverse Economy • Boeing, McDonalds, Bank One, United Airlines and Motorola HQs • 2nd in agricultural production

  3. Chicago – Transportation Hub • Chicago river flow reversal - 1900 • First MPO - CATS • Interstates are named • 7 of the 8 Class I railroads hub in Chicago • O’Hare – passengers and freight • Three major transit agencies • Largest inland port • Integrated ITS • 286 municipalities in Chicago area MPO

  4. Lift Bridges

  5. IDOT Focus Strategies • Safety • System Maintenance • Congestion Mitigation • System Expansion

  6. Illinois Driving Laws • No driving and talking on a cell phone in Chicago • No texting – anywhere, anytime while driving • Construction work zones fines are steep • Red Light running cameras in Chicago area

  7. The best news – you are steps away from the best Chicago has to offer!

  8. Michigan Ave

  9. Water Tower

  10. Magnificent Architecture

  11. Chicago Tribune Building

  12. Navy Pier

  13. Theater District

  14. Museum of Science and Industry

  15. Field Museum

  16. Art Institute

  17. Sports – something for everyone

  18. Taste of Chicago

  19. Enjoy one of the world’s greatest cities

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