The project is getting into design aspects. LOOX will be the gooey screen. RTA issued an RFP in late October 1998 for requirements and specifications on active transit station signs, connection protection, and a parking management system feasibility study. The Electronic Schedule System Itinerary Planning effort is scheduled for completion in spring 1999. The traveler information piece is scheduled to be online next month.
Teams are in place to oversee construction and inspection.
WisDOT is developing a statewide ITS program. A review committee will screen ITS projects and set priorities. The budget will then be established by a highway programming committee. This process will be used to set programs for the next 6 years. WisDOT now has a structured process for the ITS program.