Ideas and Insights Shared at No Boundaries’ September 2024 Peer Exchange September 17, 2024 - No Boundaries members convened in Fargo, North Dakota last week from September 10-12 for the group’s fall peer exchange hosted by the North Dakota DOT. 
Virginia Evaluates Stormwater Management Systems September 3, 2024 - The Virginia Department of Transportation launched a research project to assess the effectiveness of four LID systems, as well as the costs and associated tasks required to maintain them.
Illinois Develops Strategic Plan for Assessing and Maintaining Traffic Signals August 27, 2024 - To standardize its assessment procedures and criteria, the Illinois Department of Transportation conducted a research project that produced procedures for 34 different traffic signal components, as well as recommendations for putting the procedures into practice across the state.
No Boundaries Synthesis Explores Virtual Reality Options for Maintenance Training August 21, 2024 - The recently published report, No Boundaries Synthesis: Maintenance Training with Virtual Reality Technologies, details specific states’ experiences and interest in VR technologies for maintenance training, including the benefits and challenges
No Boundaries’ Activities and Achievements Highlighted at National Showcase August 13, 2024 - At a virtual showcase held in early August, Jim Fox of Colorado DOT provided an overview of No Boundaries and its recent activities and accomplishments, including its online innovation database, recent peer exchange, and other opportunities members have to share maintenance innovations, strategies and best practices.
No Boundaries Featured on Premiere Episode of New FHWA Podcast August 6, 2024 - On August 1, the Federal Highway Administration unveiled an all-new podcast devoted to research and technology activities. During the very first episode, No Boundaries was praised for bringing members together to maximize the transfer of different technologies. 
No Boundaries’ New Solicitation Just Posted August 1, 2024 - With its current phase coming to an end, the No Boundaries Transportation Maintenance Innovations pooled fund just released a new solicitation for members to join its next phase to begin in 2025.
New Jersey Identifies Innovations for Repairing Potholes in Asphalt Pavements July 23, 2024 - To identify ways to help pothole repairs last longer, the New Jersey Department of Transportation launched a research project to evaluate innovative tools, technologies and materials for repairing potholes that form in asphalt pavements.
Illinois Identifies Early Warning Devices for Low-Clearance Structures July 16, 2024 - Bridge and tunnel strikes are serious hazards. When an oversized vehicle exceeds a structure’s vertical clearance, the impact can jeopardize public safety and cause significant property damage.
North Carolina Evaluates Herbicides for Use Near Roadside Wildflowers July 9, 2024 - Wildflowers planted along highway roadsides offer a number of environmental, safety and economic benefits. To ensure these species thrive, weed control is critical.