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WV on the DOT

Transparency with and accountability to the public are vital to the West Virginia Department of Transportation as we continue to make fundamental changes to the way we work so that our whole system is more efficient, tax dollars are stretched further, and our infrastructure continues to get better (not worse) over time. Our dedication to transparency is apparent in our interactive roadwork map, our use of social media, press events, and other means of reaching out to let people know not only what

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WV On The DOT - 79 - Randy Wade On Auditing

WV on the DOT ·

2022/02/10

Any podcast series on demystifying state government must include internal audits, right? This week, Randy Wade, Director of the WVDOT Auditing Division joins Randy (Damron) and Jennifer for our WV on the DOT podcast. Auditing is a good thing for an agency, and divisions within WVDOT are actually requesting to be audited! But why?

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WV On The DOT - 78 - Natalie Holcomb DMV Online

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2022/02/03

Did you know that West Virginian's can now take the knowledge test for a learners permit online? Do you know why the new driver's licenses look so different? Natalie Holcomb, with the West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles, addresses these topics and more on this week's WV on the DOT podcast.

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WV On The DOT - 77 - Julian Woods On Classification...

WV on the DOT ·

2022/01/27

When West Virginia Division of Highways implemented the Classification and Compensation Career Plan, it had positive effects throughout the agency on everything from hiring employees quickly, to retaining and training. Now the plan is being extended to all West Virginia Department of Transportation agencies. H. Julian Woods, J.D., joins Randy and Jennifer on this week's WV on the DOT podcast to explain what this means for agencies such as the Division of Motor Vehicles and the State Rail

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WV On The DOT - 76 - Jimmy Wriston - From Snow Plows...

WV on the DOT ·

2022/01/20

Secretary of Transportation Jimmy Wriston joins Randy and Jennifer on this week's WV on the DOT podcast to commend the men and women working around the clock to clear snow and ice, to talk projects and explain infrastructure programs, and even to address a few Facebook comments. WV on the DOT encourages listeners to write in and share questions for your Department of Transportation; write to DOTpodcast@wv.gov

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WV On The DOT - 75 - Jim Lambert Transportation...

WV on the DOT ·

2022/01/13

In a roadway emergency or weather event, how does WVDOH know what's happening on the ground statewide? Jim Lambert, manager of the WVDOH Transportation Management Center, joins Randy and Jennifer to talk technology, communication and teamwork on this week's WV on the DOT podcast.

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WV On The DOT - 74 - Joe Pack On Connecting...

WV on the DOT ·

2022/01/06

How do the proper resources make a difference for workers struggling to do the best they can with what they have? How do you get consistent quality work in all regions of the state? Joe Pack, P.E., Deputy State Highway Engineer of District Operations, joins Randy and Jennifer this week on WV on the DOT to answer these and other questions.

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WV On The DOT - 73 - A New Year's Eve Look Back

WV on the DOT ·

2021/12/30

2021 was a dynamic year for the West Virginia Department of Transportation, and likewise for our WV on the DOT podcast, an interactive, informal weekly chat where guests from throughout our agency and sister agencies can share information and answer questions from the public we serve. On this week's show, Randy and Jennifer take a look back at some of the special guests we featured throughout 2021; from highway maintenance to tourist trains.

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WV On The DOT - 72 - Jake Bumgarner Operations...

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2021/12/23

How do you extend the life of a bridge? Why can't you trim trees in the summer? What happens when there's a storm on Christmas? Jake Bumgarner, P.E., Director of the Operations Division, joins Randy and Jennifer on this week's WV on the DOT podcast to talk about everything maintenance.

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WV On The DOT - 71 - Jimmy Wriston Year In Review 2021

WV on the DOT ·

2021/12/16

West Virginia Department of Transportation is different --- but how? Why? Changes are starting to show on the ground; what's next? Secretary of Transportation, Jimmy Wriston, P.E., joins Randy and Jennifer on this week's WV on the DOT podcast for a look back at 2021 and a look ahead to 2022.

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WV On The DOT - 70 - Alan Reed On Direction And...

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2021/12/09

West Virginia Division of Highways has picked up the pace since Alan Reed, P.E., stepped into his role as State Highway Engineer in March of 2020. The smooth roads speak for themselves, but what's around the next corner? Alan joins Randy and Jennifer on this week's WV on the DOT podcast for a little insight on what's around the bend.

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WV On The DOT - 69 - Jonathan Schaffer Employee...

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2021/12/02

You've heard about changes that make it possible for WVDOH to hire employees swiftly and train them well. What about the day-to-day relationship between the organization and its people? Motivation, work ethic, ownership of ones work --- these are things that make a real difference on the ground every day. Jonathan Schaffer joins Randy and Jennifer as this week's guest on our WV on the DOT podcast to talk about the way WVDOH takes care of its people, so the people can take care of the roads.

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WV On The DOT - 68 - Kathy Rushworth Snowy Weather Ahead

WV on the DOT ·

2021/11/25

The Thanksgiving episode of our WV on the DOT podcast features Kathy Rushworth, P.E., District 1 Maintenance Engineer with preparations for driving safely in snow. WVDOH plow drivers are ready, and when snow and ice arrive they will be working 12 hours shifts helping us "weather" every storm.

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WV On The DOT - 67 - Special Feature - West...

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2021/11/18

One was burned and flooded but is still a part of the national highway system. One has the longest segmental box girder span in North America. Many are award winning; each is unique. In Part 2 of our Special Feature on West Virginia's Signature Bridges, State Bridge Engineer Tracy Brown, P.E., joins Randy and Jennifer with the fun facts, historical tales, and amazing engineering techniques that make West Virginia's bridges not just a point from here to there, but a tourist destination.

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WV On The DOT - 66 - Route 35 Opening And Corridor H...

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2021/11/11

With the southbound lanes of the final 14.6 mile section of Route 35 now open to traffic and the northbound lanes opening in the coming days, this week's WV on the DOT podcast features a look back at the completion of that project along with a look ahead at Corridor H, with another section recently moved forward in the November 9 bid letting. Cliff Farley and Tommy Collins join Randy and Jennifer this week to provide those updates.

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WV On The DOT - 65 - Jimmy Wriston Greg Bailey Route...

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2021/11/05

Secretary of Transportation Jimmy Wriston, P.E. and Deputy State Highway Engineer Greg Bailey, P.E., join Randy and Jennifer for a special WV on the DOT podcast.... after 53 years, the final 4 lane section of Route 35 is complete.

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WV On The DOT - 64 - Special Feature - West...

WV on the DOT ·

2021/10/28

What was the toll on the Wheeling Suspension Bridge for a wagon with six horses? Tracy Brown, State Bridge Engineer, joins Randy and Jennifer on our WV on the DOT podcast this week for part one of a two-part special on West Virginia's Signature Bridges. And what's the highest interstate bridge? Find out!

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WV On The DOT - 63 - Jeff Pifer Equipment

WV on the DOT ·

2021/10/21

Want to work for WVDOH? Wondering about training? Want to buy a dump truck? This week, Jeff Pifer, Director of the Equipment Division, joins Randy and Jennifer on WV on the DOT to talk about new equipment, old equipment and opportunities for you.

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WV On The DOT - 62 - Jeff Miller West Virginia...

WV on the DOT ·

2021/10/14

If you drive the West Virginia Turnpike often, this week's WV on the DOT guest has news for you! Listen as Jeff Miller, Director of the West Virginia Parkways Authority, joins Randy and Jennifer to keep you updated on everything Turnpike.

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WV On The DOT - 61 - Jimmy Wriston Alan Reed Roads To...

WV on the DOT ·

2021/10/07

Secretary of Transportation, Jimmy Wriston, P.E., and State Highway Engineer, Alan Reed, P.E., join Randy and Jennifer on this week's WV on the DOT podcast to take a look at the progress of the Roads to Prosperity program in the four years since West Virginian's voters approved the bond vote by 73%. A lot has changed in those four years.

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WV On The DOT - 60 - Justin Smith District 3

WV on the DOT ·

2021/09/30

Calhoun, Jackson, Pleasants, Ritchie, Roane, Wirt and Wood counties make up West Virginia Division of Highways District 3. What's happening there? Justin Smith, P.E., District 3 Engineer, joins Randy and Jennifer on the 60th episode of our WV on the DOT podcast to talk paving, slip repairs and other projects.

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