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4-29-05

ITD, state to give collective thanks to employees
State employees from Bonners Ferry to Preston and every community between and many workstations lying found outside incorporated communities will be honored for their public service next week. Idaho elected officials and department administrators will collectively express their appreciation during the 2005 Employee Recognition Week. The celebration will be as diverse as the workforce.
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Survey reveals Idahoans' perception of transportation
Idaho Transportation Board members learned about the perceptions and priorities of Idahoans who use the transportation system during a report last week on the Idaho Traveler Opinion and Perception Survey. Findings of the extensive study were presented at the April board meeting held in Pocatello, April 21-22.
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A new breed of 'litter' patrol
An Adopt-A-Highway group from Filer has added new meaning to highway “litter” patrol. Members of the National Honor Society at Filer School found an abandoned kitten during one of their semi-annual highway cleanups. The last of the litter was offered a new home and a new start on life when one of the participating students adopted the feline.
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Celebrate Cinco de Mayo sensibly
As part of a nationwide effort, the Idaho Transportation Department joins the Idaho Commission on Hispanic Affairs, law enforcement officials and other safety partners to remind motorists to designate a sober driver before attending Cinco de Mayo festivities that involve alcohol.
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May is good time to try alternative commutes
ITD employees in the Treasure Valley have an opportunity to make an impact on the region’s livability, improve air quality and reduce the anxiety of daily commutes by participating in May in Motion. The annual event, presented by Commuteride and the Ada County Highway District, emphasizes the need for transportation alternatives.
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Teens invited to fly high at ACE academy
Navigating small airplanes, launching a near-earth satellite balloon and exploring Blackhawk helicopters are all part of the Aviation Career Education (ACE) Academy, June 27-30. The academy is hosted by the Idaho Transportation Department’s Division of Aeronautics. Thirty teens will have the opportunity to participate in the academy, which is open to high school students ages 14-18. Students must submit an application by May 30.
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Open enrollment for insurance is May 9-25
The open enrollment period for employee health coverage – medical dental and flexible spending account – begins Monday, May 9 and continues through Thursday, May 25. During the open enrollment period, employees may change their plan preferences (PPO or traditional) or deduction options. Human Resource Services will provide more information next week. Also, watch for important details in the mail from Group Insurance in the coming days

Stellar skills needed to engineer 'rover'
Legoz my Eggoz, Rovereens and Blasting Black Holes are just a few of the teams competing in the Idaho TECH: Mars Rover Challenge today (Friday, April 29) at the University of Idaho ASUI-Kibbie Dome from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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UI chemical-powered 'car' wins regional event
University of Idaho chemical engineering students continue the College of Engineering tradition to pave the way in innovation with vehicles and fuels. UI's 2005 Chem-E-Car team took first place at the American Institute of Chemical Engineers Pacific Northwest Regional Conference in Corvallis, Ore. April 23.
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Studded tires to be retired before Saturday
State law requires studded snow tires be removed by April 30, the Idaho Transportation Department announced. Idaho’s studded snow tire season began Oct. 1. Studded tires are snow tires with small metal cleats embedded in the tread. They may cause undue wear on bare roadways.
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