Pre-Conference Sessions will be offered on Wednesday, June 11, 2025.

Pre-Registration is required for each pre-session offering.  Individuals can sign up for more than one pre-session, however, transportation to each session is the responsibility of the attendee.   Please note the time, location, and maximum number of registrants for each session.   Pre-session registration is offered during the registration process for the main conference. 

Traffic Management Center Tour
Iowa DOT’s Statewide Traffic Management Center, often referred to as the TMC, is a 24/7 center located in Ankeny. Iowa DOT uses the TMC to proactively monitor the transportation system in real-time, focusing mainly on the primary roadway system throughout Iowa. The highly-trained staff within the TMC coordinates with internal and external partners including Iowa DOT, county and local public agency maintenance staff, and law enforcement, to detect disturbances to traffic flow and assist with implementing strategies that provide safe, quick clearance of incidents and hazards on the roadway.
Time: 1:30 – 2:30 pm OR 3:00 – 4:00 pm
Maximum Participants: 25 people per session
Location: Iowa Department of Transportation, 6310 SE Convenience Blvd, Ankeny

Virtual Reality HGN
This session will provide a behind-the-scenes look at virtual reality horizontal gaze nystagmus (HGN) training software and development. Attendees will receive background information regarding the development and use of virtual reality HGN training in addition to a live demonstration. Attendees will also be given the opportunity to get hands-on with the virtual reality goggles to view the virtual scenarios from a first-person point of view.
Time: 1:00 – 2:30 pm
Maximum Participants: T70
Location: FFA Enrichment Center, 1055 SW Prairie Trail Pkwy, Ankeny, IA 50023