Roads, Highways and Vehicles

Capital Improvements - Public Works – Roadways and rainwater have more in common that you think! Hear about proposed improvements to county roads and future plans concerning surface water management. Recommended audience: Adults

Field Surveying - Public Works - In this presentation and video you'll see how today's surveyors stake out a piece of property for future construction. Equipment and vehicles are displayed for hands-on demonstrations. Recommended audience: Adults

How Do I Get There From Here? - Public Works - Look into the future as Public Works officials present plans for future roads in Pinellas County. You'll hear how new roads are designed and how these new roads can help in handling growth and new construction within the county. Recommended audience: Adults

Intelligent Transportation System Program - Public Works - Did you know computers are used to synchronize traffic lights to reduce traffic delays? Besides improving traffic flow and reducing driver stress, it is one way traffic engineers seek to improve our air quality by reducing automotive emissions. Recommended audience: Adults

Overview of the Construction Department - Public Works - Hear how a construction project is contracted, administered and inspected. Recommended audience: Adults

Overview of the Operations Division's Services - Public Works - What kind of a job is it to patch, mow, remove trees, repair sidewalks, remove dead animals, install signs, stripe, grade and sweep along 1,264 miles of paved roads, 240 miles of unpaved roads and 114 bridges? You'll find out in this fascinasting presentation by Pinellas County's Highway Division. Recommended audience: Adults

Survey Mapping - Public Works - How are experts able to draw today's maps with such incredible accuracy? You'll hear about some of the techniques employed to make maps horizontally and vertically correct. Recommended audience: Adults

The Adopt-A-Mile Program - Public Works - Hear how you can make part of a local roadway your very own! You'll learn about the requirements, duties and rewards associated with this unique volunteer responsibility. Recommended audience: Adults

To request a speaker, either fill out the online form, or phone the Pinellas County Communications Department at 453-3051. Please give three weeks notice to fill your request.