Association Of Metropolitan

Tech symposium - the ampo planning tools and training symposium is tailored to the requirements of mpos as well as the challenges associated with meeting such requirements and structured to meet the needs of small, medium, and large mpos. The symposium brings together mpo staff and practitioners to share information on a variety of mpo technical issues and provides peer-to-peer training for the mpo community to discuss challenges, opportunities, and implementation strategies with regard to current planning tools and applications. The goal of the symposium is to identify (or share) mpo best practices; provide practical training; and develop materials that can be shared across the mpo community.

Mpo institute - fhwa grant was to create the mpo institute and create course content. The mpo institute supports the evolving role of mpos, addresses the need for mpo-centric training, and provides content to tackle the challenges posed by retirements and staff retention. The institute serves as a unique national training where courses are developed in coordination with mpo practitioners.

Research and technical assistance - provides members with peer exchange opportunities, training, conference, state of the practice in technology, updates on federal requirements, and transportation development opportunities.