On the Patio
How will cutting-edge technologies change your commute? On the Patio is an exciting new podcast that presents an in-depth exploration of the latest trends and innovations in transportation and mobility. Join host Tim Haile, the Executive Director of Contra Costa County Transportation Authority (CCTA), on the “Patio” – where CCTA’s staff relax and chat after hours to spot trends, wrestle with mobility challenges, and plan the next big innovations in transportation. On The Patio brings a rare look behind the scenes in how a national leader in transportation brings solutions that are sustainable, resilient, and innovative through the convergence of autonomy, electrification, and on-demand technologies. Tune in to learn about how CCTA is applying these new transportation solutions throughout Contra Costa County to improve mobility for all.
On the Patio
What's Next at Metropolitan Transportation Commission — MTC (Andrew Fremier)
Tim Haile’s guest for episode five of his On the Patio podcast is Andrew Fremier, the Executive Director of the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC). Andrew discusses how the transportation industry invests in local revenue opportunities to create innovative solutions for old problems — such as seismically retrofitting bridge structures — and shares strategies MTC is considering to reduce congestion on I-80. Tune in to hear how MTC partners with Bay Area agencies in developing new technologies that support regional goals to improve local roadways, enhance interconnectedness, and reduce greenhouse gases.