WTS CT Local Events
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WTS-CT 36th ADA Anniversary Event
Join CTDOT, WTS CT, CT ITE, UConn T2 and the ADA Coalition of Connecticut as we celebrate 36 years of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)!
This interactive event moves beyond the classroom to show how accessibility improvements are taking shape in our communities. Hear from leaders at the state and local level on efforts to create more inclusive infrastructure. With opportunity to explore pedestrian facilities such as curb ramps and sidewalks firsthand, gaining insight into the everyday barriers faced by people with disabilities.
Location: CT State Community College Three Rivers, 574 New London Tpke, Norwich, CT 06360
Date: Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Time: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Schedule:
9:00 - 10:00 AM - ADA Coordinators & Service Animals (ADA Coalition of Connecticut)
10:00 - 11:00 AM - T2 Center Presentation
11:00 - 11:45 AM – Welcome & Featured Presentation
- Tripp Lyons, Accessibility Advocate
- Alex Klose, Town of East Lyme
11:30 - 12:30 PM - Exhibit Hall & Refreshments
12:30 - 1:00 PM – Featured Speakers
- Laoise King, Deputy Commissioner – Connecticut Department of Transportation
- Morrison Jean, Director - Connecticut Aging and Disability Services
- Aimee Berger-Girvalo, State Representative, City of Bridgeport ADA Coordinator
Who should attend?
This event will be relevant to transportation planners and designers, transit agency representatives, construction and maintenance personnel, officials who issue building and utility permits, and local agency decision-makers.
This event will be covering ADA Title II requirements within the public right-of-way and feature speakers who will share their insights on ADA compliance, initiatives, and the future of accessibility from the federal, state and local levels. This event is a great opportunity to gather in person and see different exhibits and activities from individuals sharing their expertise of ADA.
WTS-CT Post-Legislative Session Speaker Panel
Join the WTS-CT Legislative Affairs Committee for a Post-Legislative Session Speaker Panel on August 12th!
Speakers to be announced soon.
Location: Connecticut Department of Transportation - Conference Room AB, 2800 Berlin Tpke, Newington, CT 06111
Date & Time: Wednesday, August 12, 2026, 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Note: A light breakfast will be provided. Registrants who provide less than a 24-hour cancellation notice and don't attend the event will be charged a $20 "no-show" fee that will go toward the WTS CT scholarship fund.
WTS-CT Membership Appreciation Essex Steam Train & Riverboat Excursion
We’re excited to invite you to a one of a kind WTS Connecticut Membership Appreciation Event—and this time, we’re taking the experience on the rails!
Connect at the Rusty Rail Tavern beforehand for an opportunity to network with colleagues and enjoy a relaxed pre-boarding gathering.
Following the social, we’ll board the train for a 2.5-hour scenic 12 mile, round-trip through the heart of the unspoiled Connecticut River Valley. Starting from the historic 1892 Essex Station, we will ride a vintage train to Deep River Landing, then transfer to a riverboat for a relaxing Connecticut River cruise.
This event is free for current WTS members. Space is limited, so we encourage you to register early to secure your seat! Due to limited capacity, any no-shows will be charged a $35 fee, which will be donated to support our WTS scholarship fundraising efforts.
Date: August 16, 2026
Pre-boarding Social: 12:30pm -1:30pm
Location: Rusty Rail Tavern, 439 b Main St, Deep River, CT 06417
Event Time: 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Location: Essex Steam Train & Riverboat Excursion, 1 Railroad Ave, Essex, CT 06426
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