Monthly Archives: October 2017

MEDIA AVAILABILITY: UDOT warns: the scariest part of Halloween is pedestrian crashes

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For Immediate Release:

UDOT warns: the scariest part of Halloween is pedestrian crashes

Crash survivors emphasize the need for trick-or-treaters to be seen and safe this Halloween

WHAT:

In 2015, four Utahns, including three children under the age of four, were hit in a crosswalk while trick-or-treating. Two years later, the family will gather at the crash site with the Utah Department of Transportation to share their story in hopes of encouraging everyone to stay safe this Halloween and always.

October is the deadliest month in Utah for pedestrian crashes. Dusk, dawn and dark hours increase the risk for an auto-pedestrian crash. Nearly half of all Utah pedestrian fatalities happen between the hours of 6 p.m. and midnight.

WHERE:

400 East 2100 South, Salt Lake City (location of the 2015 crash)

WHEN:

Wednesday, October 25, 2017 at 9:30 a.m.

WHO:

  • Parent hit by the truck: Keith Simmon

  • Children hit by the truck: Eleanor Simmon, Frederick Simmon and Tovah Davis

  • Witnesses of the crash: Anna Simmon, Brett and Amy Davis

VISUALS:

  • Children in their Halloween costumes

  • The same intersection where the crash occurred in 2015

  • Reflective gear and lights display: reflective gear, stickers, lights and other simple solutions for trick-or-treaters of all ages

 

-UDOT-

MEDIA CONTACT:
John Gleason
UDOT Public Information Officer
jgleason@utah.gov
Cell: 801-560-7740

#WorkForUsWednesday – October 18, 2017

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Today is another wonderful #WorkForUsWednesday. We have FOUR new job openings to tell you about, including several openings for Transportation Technicians. These employees are essential in our work of maintaining state roads, particularly as we move into winter.

Click on the links below to apply and come join a workforce of over 1,600 people, whose mission is to innovate transportation solutions that strengthen Utah’s economy and enhance quality of life.

  • Recruitment #13720 – GIS Intern, Complex – Central Preconstruction, Opens 10/13/17, Closes 10/23/17.  Click here to apply.
  • Recruitment # 13714 – Transportation Technician – Station 230, Region 2 – SLC, Opens, 10/13/17, Closes 10/22/17. Click here to apply.
  • Recruitment #13767 – Transportation Technician II – Duchesne, Region 3. Opens 10/17/17, Closes 10/31/17 Click here to apply.
  • Recruitment #13708 – Seasonal Transportation Technicians, Region 3 –  East Area (Duchesne, Roosevelt, Vernal, and Manila) , Opens 10/16/17 and remains open until filled. Interested applicants should visit the maintenance stations to apply in person. Click here to view the job posting (not apply).

Visit the Utah State Jobs website at any time to see all open positions with the department. Simply filter the search criteria by department to (810) Department of Transportation.
We hope to see you proudly wearing UDOT orange soon.

#WorkForUsWednesday – October 11, 2017

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Welcome to #WorkForUsWednesday. There are several openings here at UDOT. Check out these FOUR new openings. The majority are for Transportation Technicians, who are our frontline support maintaining roads and plowing in the winter.

Click on the links below to apply and come join a workforce of over 1,600 people, whose mission is to innovate transportation solutions that strengthen Utah’s economy and enhance quality of life.

  • Recruitment #13644 – Seasonal Transportation Technicians, Region 3 –  Lehi and Saratoga Springs, Opens 10/5/17 and remains open until filled. Interested applicants should visit the Lehi or Saratoga Springs maintenance stations to apply in person. Click here to view the job posting (not apply).
  • Recruitment #13643 – Financial Analyst II, Complex – Comptroller’s Office, Opens 10/5/17, Closes 10/16/17 Click here to apply.
  • Recruitment #13308 – Transportation Technician – Station 232 &233, Region 2 –  Murray & SLC, Opens 10/5/17, Closes 11/1/17 Click here to apply.
  • Recruitment #13612 – Transportation Technician III Materials – Colton, Region 4. Opens 10/10/17, Closes 10/18/17 Click here to apply.

Visit the Utah State Jobs website at any time to see all open positions with the department. Simply filter the search criteria by department to (810) Department of Transportation.
We hope to see you proudly wearing UDOT orange soon.

#WorkForUsWednesday – October 4, 2017

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It’s been a while since we’ve had a #WorkForUsWednesday, but there are several openings here at UDOT. Check out these FOUR new openings in Region Three and the central office.

Click on the links below to apply and come join a workforce of over 1,600 people, whose mission is to innovate transportation solutions that strengthen Utah’s economy and enhance quality of life.

  • Recruitment #13581 – Right of Way Property Research Analyst (Senior Research Analyst), TL with benefits, Complex – Right of Way, Opens 9/29/17, Closes 10/9/17.  Click here to apply.
  • Recruitment #13589 – Transportation Technician II, Region 3 – Provo/Orem, Opens 9/29/17, Closes 10/10/17.  Click here to apply.
  • Recruitment #13371 – Survey Technician IV, Region 3 – Orem, Opens 10/3/17, Closes 10/22/17.  Click here to apply.
  • Recruitment #13630 – Senior Leader’s Assistant (Administrative Assistant), Complex – Program Development, Opens 10/4/17, Closes 10/18/17.  Click here to apply.

Visit the Utah State Jobs website at any time to see all open positions with the department. Simply filter the search criteria by department to (810) Department of Transportation.
We hope to see you proudly wearing UDOT orange soon.

NEWS RELEASE: UDOT and FHWA Release Record of Decision for West Davis Corridor

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UDOT and FHWA Release Record of Decision for West Davis Corridor

FHWA approves UDOT’s preferred alternative for new road in Davis/Weber counties

 

SALT LAKE CITY (Oct. 3, 2017) — The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) today released the Record of Decision (ROD) for the West Davis Corridor. The ROD is the final step in the Environmental Impact Statemet (EIS) process.

 

The ROD approves UDOT’s preferred alternative for a new 19-mile highway from Farmington to West Point, connecting with I-15 and Legacy Parkway at Glovers Lane on the south end, and S.R. 37 (1800 North) at approximately 4000 West on the north end. The new highway will improve mobility through 2040 in western Davis and Weber counties.

 

“This decision has been reached carefully and with great respect for the collaborative efforts of thousands of stakeholders over several years,” UDOT Project Manager Randy Jefferies said. “We will continue working closely with cities, agencies, and other stakeholders as we move into the more detailed design for this new corridor.”

 

The ROD includes responses to comments received regarding the Final EIS for the West Davis Corridor. In addition, the document outlines specific requirements for mitigation that must be met during design and construction of the corridor. The ROD is available for review on the project website, http://udot.utah.gov/westdavis.

 

The Utah Transportation Commission recently approved funding for construction of the first phase of the West Davis Corridor – from Farmington to Syracuse. Design and property acquisition for the highway will take place in 2018 and 2019, followed by construction starting in 2020. This first phase of the new corridor is anticipated to be open by 2022.

-UDOT-

Media Contact:
John Gleason
UDOT Public Information Officer
jgleason@utah.gov
Cell: 801-560-7740