Session 7D: Cellular Technology Impacts on Transportation
Session Description: The demand for a consistent, dependable, and fast cellular connection grows with the expanded use of portable electronic devices like smart phones. Cellular companies compete to provide that competitive edge by meeting or exceeding the needs of their customers. To meet the needs, the existing cellular technology must be expanded by adding new cell towers, small cells, and Distribution Antenna Systems (DAS). Installation of new poles in the right-of-way is impacting communities nationwide. In this session, you will hear about:
- Why and how the system will expand
- Impacts to communities
- PennDOT’s policy for small cells in the R/W
- Long-term prospect for 5G, which is viewed as a critical support system for autonomous and connected vehicles
Moderator: Glenn Rowe, Pennsylvania Department of Transportation
- Building a Cellular System to Meet all Users’ Needs, Zack Stevenson, Government Relations Manager, Mobilitie, LLC
- Permits and Impact of Cell Towers at a Municipal Level, Adam Brumbaugh, Manager, College Township
- The Future of Cellular Communication on Transportation Systems, Thomas Cooper, Director of Government Accounts, Traffic Technology Services, Inc.
Speaker Bios:
Zachary Stevenson serves as the network real estate manager for Mobilitie, LLC, where he works closely with cities across the country to deploy wireless telecommunication infrastructure. Zachary has more than seven years of experience in the telecommunication and utility industry, focused on deploying large infrastructure projects. Prior to joining Mobilitie, Zachary served as the lead project manager at SAC Wireless on deployments for Sprint and AT&T in Central U.S. markets. While at SAC, he worked closely with all levels of government and private property owners to secure approvals for the negotiation and acquisition of telecom real estate. Zachary focuses his work with cities and municipalities in coming to agreements on location, height, and form factors that benefit both parties. He received his bachelor’s degree in the School of Public and Environmental Affairs from Indiana University.
Adam Brumbaugh presently serves as township manager in College Township, Pennsylvania, a position he has held since 1997. He also serves as the manager of the College Township Water Authority. Prior to his arrival in College Township, he served as business administrator for Egg Harbor City, New Jersey and worked for many years in the city of Bridgeton, New Jersey, where he held a variety of positions in community and economic development and, ultimately, as the director of the community and economic development department. Adam holds a bachelor of arts degree in political science from York College of Pennsylvania and a master of public administration from the University of Delaware. He is the local municipal representative to the Chamber of Business and Industry of Centre County Board of Directors and a board member of the Centre County Housing and Land Trust. He is a member of the Association of Pennsylvania Municipal managers and also holds the Certified Manager credential from the International City/County Management Association.
Thomas Cooper is director of government accounts for Traffic Technology Services, which launched the first, commercial connected vehicle data service in North America. He has more than 20 years of experience in the technology industry with roles that include project and program management, executive management, sales and business development, operations, and system engineering — having served federal, state, municipal, and commercial clients. Thomas has subject matter expertise in intelligent transportation systems, communications networks, public safety systems, logistics automation systems, and data analytics. Thomas has worked in various capacities for Motorola, Siemens, EarthLink Municipal Networks, and other world-class organizations to solve complex challenges with innovative solutions.
