Ames in Focus: Smarter Streets Ahead with Damion Pregitzer

In this episode of Ames in Focus, host Bill Gebhart welcomes back Damion Pregitzer, Traffic Engineer for the City of Ames, to talk about a quiet revolution in local transportation: the Intelligent Transportation System (ITS). From adaptive traffic signals to fiber-connected intersections, Ames is stepping into the future with technology designed to make your daily commute smoother, safer, and more sustainable. 🔍 What You’ll Learn: What ITS is and how it works in Ames How smart signals reduce congestion and improve travel times Why Duff Avenue was the starting point and what corridors are next The environmental benefits of smoother traffic flow The long-term vision for a connected and multi-modal Ames Whether you're driving, biking, or walking, this episode shows how Ames is using innovation to enhance everyday mobility and build a greener and more efficient city.   👉 Subscribe to Ames in Focus on your favorite podcast platform so you never miss an episode. 💬 Enjoying the show? Leave us a review. It helps others discover the stories shaping Ames.   🔗 For more on transportation projects, visit CityofAmes.org and follow the City of Ames on social media.