California's Local Technical Assistance Program

To become your one-stop shop for training and support, our team is building a comprehensive catalog of local agency training that covers everything from staff professional development to hands-on technical/engineering courses to regulatory and contract compliance. From this one catalog (and accompanying calendar), you’re able to register for courses offered in-person, onsite, and online across multiple providers.

We’re also bringing a new focus to California innovation by sharing on-the-job ingenuity and best practices captured from agencies across the state. Solutions to help get your job done easier and more efficiently.

And to make sure you stay informed, we’re also rolling out:

We’ll be unlocking new features and capabilities over the next couple of weeks, so consider subscribing to stay up on the latest developments. And if you have a request or feature you’d like to see, let us know!

NEWS & POLICY HIGHLIGHTS

  • QUICK BUILDS

    Join CA's new Safety Navigator to learn how to rapidly deploy low cost traffic safety improvements from experts who share practical insights on implementation

  • PUBLIC WORKS WEEK

    Join us in May to celebrate National Public Works Week, honoring the professionals who keep our communities mobile, safe, & thriving

  • RECYCLED PAVEMENT

    Learn how construction timing impacts recycled pavement performance as Caltrans shares research on compaction windows and quality control

  • ASSET MANAGEMENT

    Learn how to integrate asset management requirements directly into capital project workflows by attending this free NACE webinar

  • ISA IMPLEMENTATION

    This Vision Zero Network webinar covers deploying Intelligent Speed Assistance in your community, ISA pilots, and SS4A grant opportunities

  • PERSONNEL COSTS

    OpenGov's free webinar "Stop Getting Surprised by Personnel Costs" shows how modern workforce planning can turn uncertainty into clarity

  • RURAL ROAD SAFETY

    FHWA launches its NEW Rural Road Safety webinar series to showcase innovative and effective practices that save lives on America’s rural roads

  • BUILD GRANTS

    Watch Cal Poly's recorded webinar to strengthen your BUILD application through practical guidance on how to avoid common pitfalls

  • APWA REPORTER

    APWA's February 2026 issue focuses on water resources, including managing fats, oils, and grease (FOG), supporting long-term flood resilience.

  • SCAG SCHOLARSHIPS

    High school and community college students from the SCAG region can now apply for a chance to receive a $4,000 scholarship

  • SAFE SYSTEM APPROACH

    Recordings from the Safe System Approach for Rural Regions mini-conference are now available for viewing from NCRRS

  • TRAFFIC SIGNALS

    NCHRP offers guidance for agencies working to optimize traffic signal operations through data-driven performance measures

  • LOW CLEARANCE SIGNS

    FHWA releases final phase of MUTCD 11th Edition design details covering 213 guide signs and 8 regulatory signs with vector graphics

  • PWX ACCREDITATION

    APWA's Public Works Radio explores how accreditation transforms public works culture and builds team confidence

  • GENERATIONAL GAPS

    Discover how to navigate generational differences in the workplace and build stronger, more cohesive teams at this ATAP webinar

  • MANUFACTURED WAIVER

    Check-out the latest on FHWA’s Manufactured Products Waiver and upcoming Buy America requirements

UPCOMING TRAINING & EVENTS