Akron Regional ITS Architecture (2022)

Inventory

Each stakeholder agency, company, or group owns, operates, maintains or plans ITS systems in the region. The Regional ITS Architecture inventory is a list of "elements" that represent all existing and planned ITS systems in a region as well as non–ITS systems that provide information to or get information from the ITS systems.

Element	Description
Akron–Canton Airport	This element represents the Akron–Canton Airport, which has a website providing airport parking facility capacity information and other traveler information.
Akron–Canton Airport Connected Vehicle Roadside Equipment	Connected vehicle roadside devices operated by Akron–Canton Airport.
Akron–Canton Airport CV Authorizing Center	The 'Authorizing Center' provides the functionality needed to enable data exchange between and among mobile and fixed transportation users. Its primary mission is to enable safety, mobility and environmental communications–based applications for both mobile and non–mobile users. The Authorizing Center has some jurisdiction over limited access resources; typically this includes roadside application access and radio spectrum licensing. It may be implemented as an autonomous center or as a set of supporting services that are co–located within another center.
Akron–Canton Airport CV Service Monitoring Systems	The 'Service Monitor System' represents one or more center–based systems that provide monitoring, management and control services necessary to other applications and/or devices operating within the Connected Vehicle Environment. These support services enable other applications to provide transportation services.
Akron–Canton Airport Parking Management System	This element represents the Akron–Canton Airport electronic parking payment system (CAK Fast Pass) that allows for travelers to pay for parking fares electronically.
Akron–Canton Airport Parking Management System Field Equipment	Represents the ITS equipment for the Akron–Canton Airport CAK Fast Pass electronic parking payment system, which collects and processes parking fee payments electronically.
AMATS Data Archive	Represents AMATS database that stores current and historical traffic counts, crash data, pedestrian and bike counts and other types of data within the AMATS planning area.
Basic Vehicles	This represents basic vehicles that do not have connected vehicle technology.
City of Akron Automated Speed Warning Signs	Represents speed warning signs on portable trailers to provide advisories to motorists of their current speeds.
City of Akron CCTV Cameras	Represents CCTV cameras operated and maintained by the City of Akron for monitoring traffic along City roadways.
City of Akron Combined Communications Center	Represents the 911 communications center/PSAP for the City of Akron. Responsibilities of the Combined Communications Center include 911 call–taking, dispatching the City's Police, Fire, and EMS vehicles to emergencies, and Law Enforcement Automated Data System (LEADS) operations.
City of Akron Crash Data Archive	Represents a crash data archive operated and maintained by the City of Akron's Engineering Bureau. Staff currently utilize the City's database of traffic crash reports to assist in developing traffic studies.
City of Akron DMS	Represents portable dynamic message signs (DMS) owned by the City of Akron.
City of Akron Emergency Vehicles	Represents the City's Police, Fire, and EMS vehicles, including the ITS equipment (e.g., EVP, mobile data terminals, etc.) in the vehicles.
City of Akron Equipment and Fleet Service Garages	This element represents the three service/repair facilities that perform maintenance and repair on all equipment and fleet for the City of Akron.
City of Akron Maintenance Dispatch	Represents the maintenance facilities that dispatch maintenance vehicles and snowplows for the City of Akron. Facilities have the ability to remotely monitor the conditions (i.e., engine temperature, mileage, vehicle speed, etc.) of snowplows and maintenance vehicles.
City of Akron Maintenance Vehicles	The City of Akron's maintenance vehicles and snowplows, including the ITS equipment on the vehicles. City's snowplows are equipped with an AVL/GPS system. In the future, mobile weather sensors would be added.
City of Akron Parking App	Represents the mobile app that provides parking information such as parking facility locations, rates, space availability, etc.
City of Akron Parking Management System	Represents the system that manages parking facilities, controls field equipment, manages user accounts, and interfaces with financial systems to manage parking payment.
City of Akron Parking Management System Field Equipment	Represents equipment for electronic collection of parking fees. It also includes future deployment of the instrumentation, signs, and other technology to monitor parking space usage and provide information about parking availability and other general parking information.
City of Akron RWIS Stations	Represents Road Weather Information System (RWIS) stations/weather sensors operated and maintained by the City of Akron.
City of Akron Traffic Operations Center	Represents the traffic operations center that houses the centralized signal control system software for the City of Akron. The center also houses the hardware and software for the control and operations of CCTV cameras, traffic sensors, among others.
City of Akron Traffic Sensors	This element represents traffic sensors and detectors operated and maintained by the City of Akron.
City of Akron Traffic Signal Roadway Equipment	Represents traffic signal field equipment operated and maintained by City of Akron.
City of Barberton CCTV Cameras	Represents CCTV cameras operated and maintained by the City of Barberton to perform traffic monitoring along City–owned roadways.
City of Barberton DMS	Represents future permanent and portable dynamic message signs (DMS) for the City of Barberton.
City of Barberton Emergency Vehicles	Represents the City's Police, Fire, and EMS vehicles, including the ITS equipment (e.g., two–way radio, mobile data terminals, etc.) in the vehicles. All emergency vehicles for the City of Barberton are dispatched by the Southwest Summit Communications (SWSCOM) center, which is located in the City of Norton.
City of Barberton High Water Warning Systems	Represents high water/flood warning systems for the City of Barberton. These systems detect water levels on or near roadways and alert approaching drivers of unsafe conditions.
City of Barberton Maintenance Dispatch	Represents the maintenance facilities that dispatch maintenance vehicles and snowplows for the City of Barberton. In the future, facilities could have the ability to remotely monitor the conditions (i.e., engine temperature, mileage, vehicle speed, etc.) of snowplows.
City of Barberton Maintenance Vehicles	Maintenance vehicles and snowplows owned and operated by the City of Barberton. This element also includes the ITS equipment on the vehicles (i.e., AVL/GPS). In the future, mobile weather sensors on snow plows could be added.
City of Barberton Overheight Vehicle Detection and Warning Systems	Represents future overheight vehicle warning systems for the City of Barberton. These systems could provide detection and warnings for overheight vehicles approaching structures with potentially low clearance heights, such as overpass bridges.
City of Barberton Parking Management System	Represents the system that manages parking facilities, controls field equipment, manages user accounts, and interfaces with financial systems to manage parking payment.
City of Barberton RWIS Stations	Represents future Road Weather Information System (RWIS) stations/weather sensors for the City of Barberton.
City of Barberton Traffic Operations Center	Represents the traffic operations center that houses the centralized signal control system software for the City of Barberton. The center also houses the hardware and software for the control and operations of CCTV cameras, traffic sensors, among others.
City of Barberton Traffic Sensors	This element represents traffic sensors and detectors operated and maintained by the City of Barberton.
City of Barberton Traffic Signal Roadway Equipment	Represents traffic signal field equipment operated and maintained by City of Barberton.
City of Cuyahoga Falls Automated Speed Warning Signs	Represents speed warning signs on portable trailers.
City of Cuyahoga Falls CCTV Cameras	Represents CCTV cameras operated and maintained by the City of Cuyahoga Falls for monitoring traffic along City roadways.
City of Cuyahoga Falls DMS	Represents future portable dynamic message signs (DMS) owned by the City of Cuyahoga Falls.
City of Cuyahoga Falls Emergency Vehicles	Represents the City's Police, Fire, and EMS vehicles, including ITS equipment (e.g., EVP, mobile data terminals, etc.) in the vehicles.
City of Cuyahoga Falls Infrastructure Monitoring Equipment	Represents sensors or cameras that monitor the condition of pavement, bridges and other transportation infrastructure.
City of Cuyahoga Falls Maintenance Dispatch	Represents the maintenance facilities that dispatch maintenance vehicles and snowplows for the City of Cuyahoga Falls.
City of Cuyahoga Falls Maintenance Vehicles	The City of Cuyahoga Falls' maintenance vehicles and snowplows, including the ITS equipment on the vehicles (i.e., AVL/GPS and weather sensors on snow plows).
City of Cuyahoga Falls Overheight Vehicle Detection and Warning Systems	Represents future overheight vehicle warning systems for the City of Cuyahoga Falls. These systems could provide detection and warnings for overheight vehicles approaching structures with potentially low clearance heights, such as overpass bridges.
City of Cuyahoga Falls Parking App	Represents the mobile app that provides parking information such as parking facility locations, rates, space availability, etc.
City of Cuyahoga Falls Parking Facility Security Cameras	Represents the security monitoring and surveillance cameras at parking facilities located in the City of Cuyahoga Falls.
City of Cuyahoga Falls Parking Management System	Represents the system that manages parking facilities, controls field equipment, manages user accounts, and interfaces with financial systems to manage parking payment.
City of Cuyahoga Falls Parking Management System Field Equipment	Represents equipment for electronic collection of parking fees. It also includes future deployment of the instrumentation, signs, and other technology to monitor parking space usage and provide information about parking availability and other general parking information.
City of Cuyahoga Falls Regional Communication Center	Represents the 911 communications center responsible for 911 call–taking and dispatching the City's Police, Fire, and EMS vehicles to emergencies. The center also provides call–taking and dispatch services to the Village of Silver Lake and City of Munroe Falls.
City of Cuyahoga Falls Traffic Operations Center	Represents the traffic operations center that houses the centralized signal control system software for the City of Cuyahoga Falls. The center also houses the hardware and software for the control and operations of CCTV cameras, traffic sensors, among others.
City of Cuyahoga Falls Traffic Sensors	This element represents traffic sensors and detectors operated and maintained by the City of Cuyahoga Falls.
City of Cuyahoga Falls Traffic Signal Roadway Equipment	Represents traffic signal field equipment operated and maintained by City of Cuyahoga Falls.
City of Green Automated Speed Warning Signs	Represents portable speed warning signs on trailers to provide advisories to motorists of their current speeds.
City of Green CCTV Cameras	Represents CCTV cameras operated and maintained by the City of Green.
City of Green DMS	Represents permanent and portable dynamic message signs (DMS) operated and maintained by the City of Green.
City of Green Emergency Vehicles	Represents the City's Police, Fire, and EMS vehicles, including ITS equipment (e.g., EVP, two–way radio, etc.) in the vehicles.
City of Green Fleet Service Garages	This element represents the service/repair facility that performs maintenance and repair on all equipment and fleet for the City of Green.
City of Green High Water Warning Systems	Represents high water/flood warning systems operated and maintained by the City of Green. These systems use sensors to detect high water levels and provide warnings to approaching drivers.
City of Green Maintenance Dispatch	Represents the maintenance facilities that dispatch maintenance vehicles and snowplows for the City of Green. The dispatch has the ability to remotely monitor the conditions (i.e., engine temperature, mileage, vehicle speed, etc.) of snowplows and maintenance vehicles.
City of Green Maintenance Vehicles	Maintenance vehicles and snowplows owned and operated by the City of Green. This element also includes the ITS equipment on the vehicles, including AVL/GPS and weather sensors on snow plows.
City of Green RWIS Stations	Represents Road Weather Information System (RWIS) stations/weather sensors operated and maintained by the City of Green.
City of Green Security Monitoring Equipment	Represents surveillance equipment in parks and public areas within the City of Green. The equipment is used to provide enhanced security and safety for transportation infrastructure and the public.
City of Green Traffic Information Website	City of Green website provides information on current and upcoming construction and warnings of severe weather events.
City of Green Traffic Operations Center	Represents the traffic operations center that houses the centralized signal control system software for the City of Green. The center also houses the hardware and software for the control and operations of CCTV cameras, traffic sensors, among others.
City of Green Traffic Sensors	This element represents traffic sensors and detectors operated and maintained by the City of Green.
City of Green Traffic Signal Roadway Equipment	Represents traffic signal field equipment operated and maintained by City of Green.
City of Green Travel Time Sensors	Represents travel time sensors (i.e., Bluetooth readers) operated and maintained by the City of Green.
City of Hudson CCTV Cameras	Represents future CCTV cameras for traffic monitoring, surveillance, and incident detection for the City of Hudson.
City of Hudson Communications Center	Represents the 911 communications center/PSAP center for the City of Hudson. Responsibilities include 911 call–taking and dispatching the City's Police, Fire, and EMS vehicles to emergencies. The Communications Center also partners with the Bath Township Police Department to provide dispatch services for each other during emergencies.
City of Hudson DMS	Represents portable dynamic message signs (DMS) owned by the City of Hudson.
City of Hudson Emergency Vehicles	Represents the City's Police, Fire, and EMS vehicles, including the ITS equipment (e.g., EVP, mobile data terminals, etc.) in the vehicles.
City of Hudson Equipment and Fleet Service Garage	This element represents the service/repair facility that performs maintenance and repair on equipment and fleet for the City of Hudson.
City of Hudson Maintenance Dispatch	Represents the maintenance facilities that dispatch maintenance vehicles and snowplows for the City of Hudson. In the future, facilities could have the ability to remotely monitor the conditions (i.e., engine temperature, mileage, vehicle speed, etc.) of snowplows.
City of Hudson Maintenance Vehicles	Maintenance vehicles and snowplows owned and operated by the City of Hudson. This element also includes the ITS equipment on the vehicles, including AVL/GPS and weather sensors on snow plows.
City of Hudson Overheight Vehicle Detection and Warning Systems	Represents future overheight vehicle warning systems for the City of Hudson. These systems could provide detection and warnings for overheight vehicles approaching structures with potentially low clearance heights, such as overpass bridges.
City of Hudson Parking App	Represents a future mobile app that could provide parking information such as parking facility locations, rates, space availability, etc. for parking facilities in the City of Hudson.
City of Hudson Parking Management System	Represents the system that manages parking facilities, controls field equipment, manages user accounts, and interfaces with financial systems to manage parking payment.
City of Hudson Parking Management System Field Equipment	Represents future equipment that could be used to monitor parking space usage and provide information about parking availability and other general parking information.
City of Hudson RWIS Stations	Represents Road Weather Information System (RWIS) stations/weather sensors operated and maintained by the City of Hudson.
City of Hudson Traffic Operations Center	Represents the traffic operations center that houses the centralized signal control system software for the City of Hudson. The center also houses the hardware and software for the control and operations of dynamic message signs, traffic sensors, among others.
City of Hudson Traffic Sensors	This element represents traffic sensors and detectors operated and maintained by the City of Hudson.
City of Hudson Traffic Signal Roadway Equipment	Represents traffic signal field equipment operated and maintained by City of Hudson.
City of Hudson Wrong Way Vehicle Detection and Warning Systems	Represents wrong–way vehicle detection systems operated and maintained by City of Hudson. These systems detect wrong–way driving events in real–time and provide automated alert notifications to drivers.
City of Kent CCTV Cameras	Represents CCTV cameras operated and maintained by the City of Kent to perform traffic monitoring along City–owned roadways.
City of Kent DMS	Represents portable dynamic message signs (DMS) owned by the City of Kent.
City of Kent Emergency Vehicles	Represents the emergency vehicles (Police, Fire and EMS vehicles) of the City of Kent, including ITS equipment (e.g., EVP, mobile data terminals, etc.) in the vehicles.
City of Kent Equipment and Fleet Service Garage	This element represents the service/repair facility that performs maintenance and repair on equipment and fleet for the City of Kent.
City of Kent Maintenance Dispatch	Represents the maintenance facilities that dispatch maintenance vehicles and snowplows for the City of Kent.
City of Kent Maintenance Vehicles	Includes snowplows and other maintenance vehicles that are owned and operated by the City of Kent. This element also represents the ITS equipment on the vehicles.
City of Kent Parking Management System	Represents the system that manages parking facilities, controls field equipment, manages user accounts, and interfaces with financial systems to manage parking payment.
City of Kent Parking Management System Field Equipment	Represents equipment for electronic collection of parking fees. It also includes future deployment of the instrumentation, signs, and other technology to monitor parking space usage and provide information about parking availability and other general parking information.
City of Kent Public Safety Dispatch	Represents the 911 dispatch center for the City of Kent. Responsibilities include 911 call–taking and dispatching the City's Police, Fire, and EMS vehicles to emergencies.
City of Kent RWIS Stations	Represents future Road Weather Information System (RWIS) stations/weather sensors for the City of Kent.
City of Kent Traffic Operations Center	Represents the traffic operations center that houses the centralized signal control system software for the City of Kent. The center also houses the hardware and software for the control and operations of CCTV cameras, traffic sensors, among others.
City of Kent Traffic Sensors	This element represents traffic sensors and detectors operated and maintained by the City of Kent.
City of Kent Traffic Signal Roadway Equipment	Represents traffic signal field equipment operated and maintained by City of Kent.
City of Stow CCTV Cameras	Represents CCTV cameras operated and maintained by the City of Stow to perform traffic monitoring along City–owned roadways.
City of Stow Communications Center	Represents the 911 communications center/PSAP for the City of Stow. Responsibilities include 911 call–taking and dispatching the City's Police, Fire, and EMS vehicles to emergencies. The Communications Center also serves City of Tallmadge Police and Fire/EMS, City of Mogadore Police and Fire/EMS, and Randolph Township Fire/EMS.
City of Stow DMS	Represents portable dynamic message signs (DMS) owned by the City of Stow. The signs are used to provide warnings and traveler information to the public in advance of construction work zones.
City of Stow Emergency Vehicles	Represents the City's emergency vehicles (Police, Fire and EMS vehicles), including the ITS equipment (e.g., EVP, mobile data terminals, etc.) in the vehicles.
City of Stow Infrastructure Monitoring Equipment	Represents sensors or cameras that monitor the condition of pavement, bridges and other transportation infrastructure.
City of Stow Maintenance Dispatch	Represents the maintenance facilities that dispatch maintenance vehicles and snowplows for the City of Stow.
City of Stow Maintenance Vehicles	Represents the City of Stow's maintenance vehicles and snowplows, including the ITS equipment on the vehicles.
City of Stow Traffic Operations Center	Represents the traffic operations center that houses the centralized signal control system software for the City of Stow. The center also houses the hardware and software for the control and operations of CCTV cameras, traffic sensors, among others.
City of Stow Traffic Sensors	This element represents traffic sensors and detectors operated and maintained by the City of Stow.
City of Stow Traffic Signal Roadway Equipment	Represents traffic signal field equipment operated and maintained by City of Stow.
City of Twinsburg CCTV Cameras	Represents future CCTV cameras for the City of Twinsburg.
City of Twinsburg Communications Center	Represents the 911 communications center/PSAP center for the City of Twinsburg. Responsibilities include 911 call–taking, dispatching the City's Police, Fire, and EMS vehicles to emergencies, and Law Enforcement Automated Data System (LEADS) operations. The Communications Center also handles dispatch services for the Village of Reminderville's Police and Fire/EMS departments.
City of Twinsburg DMS	Represents future portable dynamic message signs (DMS) for the City of Twinsburg.
City of Twinsburg Emergency Vehicles	Represents the City's Police, Fire, and EMS vehicles, including the ITS equipment (e.g., EVP, mobile data terminals, etc.) in the vehicles.
City of Twinsburg Maintenance Dispatch	Represents the maintenance facilities that dispatch maintenance vehicles and snowplows for the City of Twinsburg.
City of Twinsburg Maintenance Vehicles	Maintenance vehicles and snowplows owned and operated by the City of Twinsburg. This element also includes the ITS equipment on the vehicles, including AVL/GPS on snow plows.
City of Twinsburg Traffic Operations Center	Represents the traffic operations center that houses the centralized signal control system software for the City of Twinsburg. The center also houses the hardware and software for the control and operations of traffic sensors and other field equipment.
City of Twinsburg Traffic Sensors	This element represents traffic sensors and detectors operated and maintained by the City of Twinsburg.
City of Twinsburg Traffic Signal Roadway Equipment	Represents traffic signal field equipment operated and maintained by City of Twinsburg.
Commercial Vehicles	Represents vehicles that are used to transport goods which are operated by professional drivers, typically administered as part of a larger fleet, and regulated by a Fleet and Freight Management Systems. This classification applies to all such vehicles ranging from small panel vans used in local pick–up and delivery services to large, multi–axle tractor–trailer rigs operating on long haul routes.
Connected/Automated Vehicles	Connected vehicle technology enables cars, trucks, buses, and other vehicles to "talk" to each other with in–vehicle or aftermarket devices that continuously share important safety and mobility information. Fully automated, autonomous, or "self–driving" vehicles are defined by the U.S. DOT's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) as "those in which operation of the vehicle occurs without direct driver input to control the steering, acceleration, and braking and are designed so that the driver is not expected to constantly monitor the roadway while operating in self–driving mode."
County and City Connected Vehicles Roadside Equipment	This element represents the Connected Vehicle roadside devices that are used to send messages to, and receive messages from, nearby vehicles using Dedicated Short Range Communications (DSRC) or other alternative wireless communications technologies. Communications with adjacent field equipment and back office centers that monitor and control the RSE are also supported. This device operates from a fixed position and may be permanently deployed or a portable device that is located temporarily in the vicinity of a traffic incident, road construction, or a special event. It includes a processor, data storage, and communications capabilities that support secure communications with passing vehicles, other field equipment, and centers.
County and City CV Authorizing Center	The 'Authorizing Center' provides the functionality needed to enable data exchange between and among mobile and fixed transportation users. Its primary mission is to enable safety, mobility and environmental communications–based applications for both mobile and non–mobile users. The Authorizing Center has some jurisdiction over limited access resources; typically this includes roadside application access and radio spectrum licensing. It may be implemented as an autonomous center or as a set of supporting services that are co–located within another center.
County and City CV Service Monitoring Systems	Represents one or more center–based systems that provide monitoring, management and control services necessary to other applications and/or devices operating within the Connected Vehicle Environment. These support services enable other applications to provide transportation services.
County and City Law Enforcement	Represents central office functions of county and city law enforcement agencies throughout the region, including dispatch of law enforcement vehicles.
County and City Traffic Data Archives	Represents traffic data archives operated and maintained by county and city public works departments. Data available for general public and for Ohio DOT District Offices primarily includes traffic counts and accident reports.
Cyclists	Cyclist participates in ITS services that support safe, shared use of the transportation network by motorized and non–motorized transportation modes. Representing those using non–motorized travel modes, and in particular bicyclists that sometimes share motor vehicle lanes, cyclists provide input (e.g. a call signal requesting right of way at an intersection) and may be detected by ITS services to improve safety.
DriveAkron	City of Akron's DriveAkron website provides traffic alerts and current road construction information.
Drivers	Represents the person that operates a vehicle on the roadway, including operators of private, transit, commercial, and emergency vehicles.
EZfare Mobile App	EZfare allows users to purchase and pay for fixed–route bus fares electronically using the EZfare app. EZfare is comprised of 14 transit systems in Ohio, including METRO RTA and PARTA. This app may be used to pay for the fares for METRO RTA and PARTA paratransit services in the future.
Fleet and Freight Management Systems	This element refers to centers that coordinate the operation of freight vehicles (including trucks, rail and planes) and can be connected to other modal systems' operations for efficient movement of commercial goods. Most freight management centers report the movement of commercial good through an Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) system.
ITS Communications Equipment	This element includes the communications hardware and software that supports secure, reliable communications. It provides the layered protocols and communications services and includes the physical network plant and network hardware that supports ITS communications. It also encompasses security services that protect communications and the management services that support network management. This element allows transportation stakeholders that are implementing their own communications solution to represent this implementation in their ITS architecture. The communications capabilities provided by this element are frequently purchased from a third party provider. When communications is a purchased service, the hardware and software included in this element are largely transparent to transportation stakeholders and may be transparent to the ITS architecture.
Local Media	Local TV, radio, and newspapers.
METRO RTA Electric Charging Stations	Represents electric vehicle (EV) transit charging stations owned and operated by METRO RTA. Charging stations provide services for both fixed–route and paratransit buses.
METRO RTA Equipment and Fleet Service Facilities	This element represents METRO RTA's service/repair facilities for equipment and fleet.
METRO RTA Fixed–Route Dispatch	Represents the dispatch center for METRO RTA fixed–route services.
METRO RTA Fixed–Route Vehicles	Represents METRO RTA's fixed–route transit vehicles and their respective on–board ITS equipment. On–board ITS equipment includes AVL/GPS systems, automated passenger counters (APCs), annunciators, and security cameras. In addition, some buses also have sensors to monitor health and conditions of buses (e.g. engine temperature, mileage, etc.) and can send this information to transit operations staff.
METRO RTA Paratransit Dispatch	Represents the dispatch center for METRO RTA paratransit services.
METRO RTA Paratransit Vehicles	Represents METRO RTA's paratransit vehicles and their respective on–board ITS equipment. On–board ITS equipment includes AVL/GPS systems, electronic fare boxes, and security cameras. On–board sensors may be installed in the future to monitor health and conditions of buses (e.g. engine temperature, mileage, etc.).
METRO RTA Security Cameras	Represents security cameras at METRO RTA transit stops or centers.
METRO RTA Smart Card	Future smart card for electronic payment of METRO RTA fixed–route and paratransit transit fares.
METRO RTA Transit Data Archives	Represents transit data archives operated by METRO RTA.
METRO RTA Transit Information Displays	Represents real–time bus arrival/departure signs or displays at METRO RTA bus stops or transit centers.
METRO RTA Transit Information Kiosks	Represents interactive kiosks at METRO RTA bus stops or transit centers.
METRO RTA Vehicle Operators	Represents METRO RTA Vehicle Operators
METRO RTA Website	The METRO RTA website provides transit route, schedule and fare information, rider alerts and route detours. It also provides a trip planner and allows transit users to track fixed–route buses in real time.
National Weather Service	Service for national, regional, and local weather information.
Neighboring ODOT District Maintenance Garages	Represents the ODOT maintenance garages in Districts 3 and 12 which border the region.
Neighboring ODOT District Offices	Represents the ODOT District Offices in Districts 3 and 12 which border the region.
ODOT 511 Telephone Information Service	Ohio 511 telephone number that provides traveler information on travel times, incidents, and other traveler information made available through the OHGO traveler information website managed by the Ohio Statewide TMC.
ODOT ATMS	ODOT's Advanced Traffic Management System (ATMS). The ATMS software enables ODOT to monitor and control various ITS field devices from its Statewide Traffic Management Center (TMC) and district offices. The Statewide TMC is located in Columbus at the ODOT Central Office. The Statewide TMC operates traffic management and traveler information systems on Ohio's interstates, freeways, expressways, and state highways in each of the State's major metropolitan areas including Akron/Canton, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, Dayton/Springfield, and Toledo. TMC operators can control cameras and post traveler information messages to ODOT's DMS, HAR, and to the OHGO website. TMC operators can also act as liaisons between the Safety Patrol Vehicles and various other public agencies that respond to the scenes of vehicle incidents. For redundancy, it is able to remotely operate district traffic management centers. It also communicates with RWIS Roadside Equipment throughout the state. To support CV applications, the Statewide TMC may also include "CV TMC Application Equipment" for centrally generating and digitally signing CV messages (e.g. J2735 MAP, RTCM, and others).
ODOT Connected Vehicles Roadside Equipment	This element represents the Connected Vehicle roadside devices that are used to send messages to, and receive messages from, nearby vehicles using Dedicated Short Range Communications (DSRC) or other alternative wireless communications technologies. Communications with adjacent field equipment and back office centers that monitor and control the RSE are also supported. This device operates from a fixed position and may be permanently deployed or a portable device that is located temporarily in the vicinity of a traffic incident, road construction, or a special event. It includes a processor, data storage, and communications capabilities that support secure communications with passing vehicles, other field equipment, and centers.
ODOT District 4 Automated Gate Closure Systems	Represents automated road closure gates owned and operated by ODOT used for the remote closure of roads, lanes or ramps. Intended to be for areas where ice or snow or other adverse weather conditions exist on a frequent basis and that cause hazardous conditions for motorists.
ODOT District 4 CCTV Cameras	Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) refers to a surveillance system using cameras that transmits visual information over a closed circuit through an electrically conducting cable or wireless transmitter and receiver. It is both used for security purposes and traffic monitoring along ODOT roads throughout the district.
ODOT District 4 DMS	Represents fixed and portable Dynamic Message Signs (DMS) locations throughout the district.
ODOT District 4 Lane Control Devices	ODOT District 4 Lane Control Devices.
ODOT District 4 Maintenance and Construction Center Personnel	Represents ODOT Maintenance and Construction Center Personnel that manage and control various maintenance subsystems.
ODOT District 4 Maintenance Garages	County–based garages responsible for roadway and equipment maintenance.
ODOT District 4 Maintenance Vehicles	Represents the ITS equipment on snow plows and other maintenance vehicles that are owned and operated by ODOT District 4.
ODOT District 4 Office	ODOT District 4 Office is responsible for traffic operations and maintenance of state roadways in the district. The District Office dispatches and monitors maintenance vehicles and communicates with Ohio DOT RWIS Roadside Equipment within the district.
ODOT District 4 Outposts	ODOT District 4 storage facilities that provide storage and forward staging for equipment and materials used in maintenance and construction operations, including winter maintenance operations.
ODOT District 4 Ramp Meters	Represents future field equipment used to meter traffic on ramps for ODOT freeways in ODOT District 4.
ODOT District 4 RWIS Stations	Represents ODOT Road Weather Information System (RWIS) stations in ODOT District 4. A central service located in Columbus processes the information from each station. Ohio DOT garages use the information collected by the stations to plan their road treatment activities, especially during snow and ice conditions. Ohio DOT also makes road conditions available to the public via the OHGO website and mobile apps. The weather stations and sensors are located along interstates, U.S. routes, and state routes.
ODOT District 4 Speed Monitoring Roadside Equipment	Represents the field equipment that monitors vehicle speeds for enforcement purposes or to advise motorists of their current speeds.
ODOT District 4 Traffic Signal Roadway Equipment	Represents ODOT District 4's traffic signal system field equipment, ranging from fixed–schedule control systems to fully traffic responsive systems that dynamically adjust control plans and strategies based on current traffic conditions and priority requests.
ODOT District 4 Variable Speed Limit Signs	Variable Speed Limit (VSL) signs are an ITS element related to Ohio's Active Traffic and Demand Management (ATDM) program that aims to increase travel time reliability on ODOT roadways in major metro areas. VSL signs in the field communicate centrally with the ODOT ATMS, and reduced speeds would be implemented either by TMC operators or can be automated based on the level of traffic detected by nearby ODOT Vehicle Detection Devices.
ODOT District 4 Vehicle Detection Devices	Represents ODOT vehicle detectors that measure vehicle volume, speed and occupancy/density. Vehicle detectors gather traffic counts along Ohio DOT roadways and report data to the Traffic Data Archive System. This element also represents permanent Automatic Traffic Recorders (ATR) and, weigh–in–motion sensors that collect vehicle volume, classification and weight.
ODOT District Maintenance Repair Facilities	This element represents ODOT's service and repair facilities for equipment and fleet in ODOT District 4.
ODOT Freeway Safety Patrol Vehicles	Represents the ITS equipment, e.g., mobile data terminals and AVL systems, on vehicles that provide motorist assistance and congestion mitigation. ODOT provides motorist assistance on ODOT roads throughout the state. Safety Patrol currently patrols interstates in six areas of the state: Cleveland, Cincinnati, Dayton, Akron, Columbus, and Toledo.
ODOT OHGO Traveler Information System	Represents the statewide traveler information website for alerts on traffic incidents, construction, travel times, and other information related to roadways throughout the state. Information provided by this site is updated frequently and comes from a variety of sources, such as pavement sensors, monitoring stations, traffic cameras, and through direct input by ODOT personnel.
ODOT Rest Area Tourist Information Centers	Represents future ODOT operated tourist information centers. Centers provide remote traveler support in the form of real–time information related to traffic and weather conditions.
ODOT Rest Area Truck Parking Availability System	Represents future parking management systems at rest areas and truck stops to measure parking availability and communicate availability to the public.
ODOT Rest Area Truck Parking Availability System Field Equipment	Represents the future ITS field equipment for parking management systems at rest areas and truck stops. Equipment could include instrumentation, signs, and other technology to monitor parking space usage and provide information about parking availability and other general parking information.
ODOT Traffic Data Archive System	Represents a statewide archive of traffic data that receives inputs from Vehicle Detection Devices installed by ODOT throughout the state.
ODOT Traffic Signal Control System	Represent ODOT traffic signal control software. ODOT traffic signal systems range from fixed–schedule control systems to fully traffic responsive systems that dynamically adjust control plans and strategies based on current traffic conditions and priority requests.
ODOT Wide Area Information Disseminator System	The 'Wide Area Information Disseminator System' represents the center based systems and communications equipment that is used to send messages to equipped vehicles using wide–area wireless communications such as satellite radio, terrestrial FM broadcast subcarrier, or cellular data networks.
Ohio Certification System	The 'Certification System' verifies that devices and applications meet standards for participation in the ITS environment. Particular requirements vary depending on the type of certification; applications may be certified for performance and adherence to standards or specifications; devices may be similarly certified, and will also typically be subject to security–related interrogation.
Ohio Cooperative ITS Credentials Management System	The 'Cooperative ITS Credentials Management System' (CCMS) is a high–level aggregate representation of the interconnected systems that enable trusted communications between mobile devices and other mobile devices, roadside devices, and centers and protect data they handle from unauthorized access. Representing the different interconnected systems that make up a Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), this physical object represents an end user view of the credentials management system with focus on the exchanges between the CCMS and user devices that support the secure distribution, use, and revocation of trust credentials.
Ohio CV Authorizing Center	The 'Authorizing Center' provides the functionality needed to enable data exchange between and among mobile and fixed transportation users. Its primary mission is to enable safety, mobility and environmental communications–based applications for both mobile and non–mobile users. The Authorizing Center has some jurisdiction over limited access resources; typically this includes roadside application access and radio spectrum licensing. It may be implemented as an autonomous center or as a set of supporting services that are co–located within another center.
Ohio CV Service Monitor System	Represents one or more center–based systems that provide monitoring, management and control services necessary to other applications and/or devices operating within the Connected Vehicle Environment. These support services enable other applications to provide transportation services.
Ohio DPS Crash Database	This element refers to a statewide database of crash records that is shared with the Ohio DOT, which reviews the number, frequency and severity of accidents that occur on its system. It can be accessed at: https://ohtrafficdata.dps.ohio.gov/crashstatistics/home
Ohio Emergency Alert System	Formerly the emergency broadcast system, a regional notification system to the general public. Information may include amber alerts, inclement weather, etc.
Ohio Event Streaming Platform	The Ohio Event Streaming Platform (ESP) is a Data Distribution System that collects, processes, and distributes ITS data, connecting data producers with data consumers and facilitating data exchange.
Ohio Object Registration and Discovery System	The 'Object Registration and Discovery System' represents one or more center–based applications that provide registration and lookup services necessary to allow objects to locate (for communications purposes) other objects operating within the Connected Vehicle Environment. These registration and discovery services are support services that enable other applications.
Ohio Smart Mobility Program	This element represents mobility apps that deliver traveler information to transportation system users. Information provided includes basic advisories, traffic and road conditions, transit schedule information, ride matching information, parking information, etc.
Ohio Statewide EOC/JDF	The State Emergency Operations Center/Joint Dispatch Facility (EOC / JDF) in Columbus houses the Ohio Emergency Management Agency, Ohio DOT District 6 Headquarters, and the Dispatch Center of the Ohio State Highway Patrol, and communications elements of the Ohio Departments of Natural Resources and Transportation. The facility's purpose is to enhance the state's capabilities to respond to disasters and emergencies, and to improve coordination among state agency partners.
OSHP District 10	OSHP post for the Ohio Turnpike.
OSHP Districts 3 and 4 Posts	Represents the OSHP posts for (OSHP Districts 3 and 4). This element also represents OSHP dispatch facilities in Canton and Ravenna that provide for joint dispatch to incidents, connect to ODOT, and control emergency operations.
OSHP Motor Carrier Enforcement Unit	Enforcement of commercial vehicles.
OSHP Vehicles	Represents the ITS equipment, e.g., mobile data terminals and AVL systems, on highway patrol vehicles.
OSHP Weigh–in–Motion Scales	This element represents the portable weigh–in–motion (WIM) scales owned and operated by the OSHP for commercial vehicle weight enforcement in the region.
OSU Center of Automotive Research	The Center for Automotive Research (CAR) is the preeminent research center in sustainable and safe mobility in the United States and an interdisciplinary research center in The Ohio State University's College of Engineering.
Other City Traffic Information Websites	Represents websites of the cities not specifically listed in the architecture. Those websites provide real–time and static information for the public, including traffic and roadway information such as road conditions, traffic, construction, and other activity affecting roadways within their jurisdictions.
Other Municipalities Automated Speed Warning Signs	Represents portable speed warning signs for municipalities not specifically called out in the Architecture. Signs are on portable trailers and provide advisories to motorists of their current speeds.
Other Municipalities CCTV Cameras	This element represents future CCTV cameras for municipalities not specifically called out in the Architecture.
Other Municipalities DMS	Represents permanent and portable dynamic message signs (DMS) for municipalities not specifically called out in the Architecture.
Other Municipalities Emergency Vehicles	Represents the emergency vehicles, including ITS equipment (e.g., EVP, mobile data terminals, two–way radio, etc.) in the vehicles owned and operated by municipalities not specifically called out in the Architecture.
Other Municipalities Maintenance Dispatch	Represents the maintenance facilities that dispatch maintenance vehicles and snowplows for municipalities that are not specifically called out in the Architecture.
Other Municipalities Maintenance Vehicles	Maintenance vehicles and snowplows owned and operated by municipalities that are not specifically called out in the Architecture. This element also includes the ITS equipment (i.e., AVL, GPS, etc.) located on snow plows and other maintenance vehicles.
Other Municipalities Overheight Vehicle Detection and Warning Systems	Represents future overheight vehicle warning systems for municipalities not specifically called out in the Architecture. These systems could provide detection and warnings for overheight vehicles approaching structures with potentially low clearance heights, such as overpass bridges.
Other Municipalities Public Safety Dispatch	Represents the police, fire, and EMS emergency dispatch functions for the municipalities that are not specifically called out in the Architecture. This element also represents the municipal–level PSAPs in the AMATS region, which include CAD capabilities for 911 call taking.
Other Municipalities RWIS Stations	Represents Road Weather Information System (RWIS) stations and weather sensors for municipalities not specifically called out in the Architecture.
Other Municipalities Security Monitoring Equipment	Represents future surveillance and sensor equipment for municipalities not specifically called out in the Architecture. The equipment could be used to provide enhanced security and safety for transportation facilities or infrastructure and could be located on or near major roadway features such as bridges, tunnels, and interchanges.
Other Municipalities Traffic Operations Centers	Represents traffic operations centers or workstations of municipalities not specifically called out in the Architecture. The centers or workstations are equipped with hardware and software to control and operate ITS field equipment such as traffic signals, CCTV cameras, traffic sensors, dynamic message signs, and others.
Other Municipalities Traffic Sensors	This element represents traffic sensors and detectors that collect vehicle speed and volume data for municipalities not specifically called out in the Architecture.
Other Municipalities Traffic Signal Roadway Equipment	Represents traffic signal field equipment for municipalities not specifically called out in the Architecture.
OTIC Central Dispatch	Represents the central office for dispatch maintenance and incident management including private tow/wreckers and local/municipal fire/EMS. Dispatch contractors for construction and sometimes maintenance.
OTIC Connected Vehicles Roadside Equipment	This element represents the Connected Vehicle roadside devices that are used to send messages to, and receive messages from, nearby vehicles using Dedicated Short Range Communications (DSRC) or other alternative wireless communications technologies. Communications with adjacent field equipment and back office centers that monitor and control the RSE are also supported. This device operates from a fixed position and may be permanently deployed or a portable device that is located temporarily in the vicinity of a traffic incident, road construction, or a special event. It includes a processor, data storage, and communications capabilities that support secure communications with passing vehicles, other field equipment, and centers.
OTIC CV Authorizing Center	The 'Authorizing Center' provides the functionality needed to enable data exchange between and among mobile and fixed transportation users. Its primary mission is to enable safety, mobility and environmental communications–based applications for both mobile and non–mobile users. The Authorizing Center has some jurisdiction over limited access resources; typically this includes roadside application access and radio spectrum licensing. It may be implemented as an autonomous center or as a set of supporting services that are co–located within another center.
OTIC CV Service Monitoring System	Represents one or more center–based systems that provide monitoring, management and control services necessary to other applications and/or devices operating within the Connected Vehicle Environment. These support services enable other applications to provide transportation services.
OTIC Equipment and Fleet Service Facilities	Represents Ohio Turnpike equipment and fleet service/repair facilities.
OTIC ITS Cameras	Represents OTIC ITS cameras for monitoring mainline traffic. Cameras will be installed at 8 maintenance building locations, 14 service plaza locations and toll plazas.
OTIC Maintenance and Construction Vehicles	Represents the ITS equipment, e.g., mobile data terminals, on snow plows and other maintenance vehicles that are owned and operated by OTIC.
OTIC Maintenance Dispatch Offices	Represents offices along the Ohio Turnpike that provide the dispatch function for turnpike roadway and equipment maintenance vehicles. Provides roadway and equipment maintenance for OTIC assets in the region.
OTIC Public Service Vehicles	Public service vehicles owned by the OTIC. Some of these vehicles are equipped with connected vehicle technology.
OTIC Service Plaza Truck Parking Management System	This element represents the Ohio Turnpike's truck parking management system.
OTIC Toll Administration	Toll administration offices for the electronic toll collection. Reconciliation center.
OTIC Toll Collection Equipment	Electronic toll collection roadway equipment. E.g., tag readers, toll booth equipment, lane curtains, etc.
OTIC Website	Website for the OTIC that provides real–time information on travel along the Ohio Turnpike. General vehicles and commercial vehicle companies can calculate their toll amounts based on entrance and exit points on their trip.
OTIC Weigh–In–Motion Scales	Represents future weigh scales to be deployed along the Ohio Turnpike. They could include Weigh–in–Motion (WIM) scales and could be installed at fixed locations or portable.
PARTA Equipment and Fleet Service Facilities	This element represents PARTA's service/repair facilities for equipment and fleet.
PARTA Fixed–Route Dispatch	Represents the dispatch center of PARTA fixed–route services. PARTA currently operates 8 fixed routes that service Akron, Brimfield, Cleveland, Franklin Township, Garrettsville, Hiram, Kent, Ravenna, Ravenna Township, Stow, Streetsboro and Windham. PARTA also partners with Kent State University to offer 4 on–campus fixed–route services.
PARTA Fixed–Route Vehicles	Represents PARTA's fixed–route transit vehicles and their respective on–board ITS equipment. On–board ITS equipment includes AVL/GPS systems, annunciators, and security cameras, among others. Future on–board ITS capabilities may include transit signal priority (TSP), information displays / signs, and automated passenger counters (APCs).
PARTA Paratransit Dispatch	Represents the dispatch center for PARTA paratransit services.
PARTA Paratransit Vehicles	Represents PARTA's paratransit vehicles and their respective on–board ITS equipment. On–board ITS equipment includes AVL/GPS systems and security cameras. Future on–board ITS capabilities may include automated passenger counters (APCs) and information displays / signs.
PARTA Security Cameras	Represents security cameras at PARTA transit stops or centers.
PARTA Smart Card	Smart card for electronic payment of fixed–route PARTA transit fares. In the future, the smart card could also be used to pay for PARTA paratransit fares.
PARTA Transit Data Archives	Represents transit data archives operated by PARTA.
PARTA Transit Information Displays	Represents real–time bus arrival/departure signs or displays at PARTA bus stops or transit centers.
PARTA Transit Information Kiosks	Represents interactive kiosks at PARTA bus stops or transit centers.
PARTA Vehicle Operators	Represents PARTA Vehicle Operators
PARTA Website	The PARTA website provides transit route, schedule and fare information, rider alerts and route detours. It also provides a trip planner (via an external website) and allows transit users to track fixed–route buses in real time.
Payment Devices	Represents electronic payment devices (i.e., credit cards, smart cards, etc.) that enable the electronic transfer of funds from travelers to providers of transportation services such as parking and tolls.
Pedestrians	Pedestrian participates in ITS services that support safe, shared use of the transportation network by motorized and non–motorized transportation modes. Representing those using non–motorized travel modes, pedestrians provide input (e.g. a call signal requesting right of way at an intersection) and may be detected by ITS services to improve safety.
Personal Information Device	This element, frequently a smart phone, provides the capability for travelers to receive formatted traveler information. Capabilities include traveler information, trip planning, and route guidance.
Portage County 911 Dispatch Center	This element represents the 911 dispatch center operated by the Portage County Sheriff's Office.
Portage County CCTV Cameras	Represents future CCTV cameras for monitoring roadway traffic, including monitoring traffic in construction work zones for Portage County.
Portage County EMA App	Mobile application for Portage County EMA. Provides residents with real–time updates, such as emergency notifications, weather alerts, and traffic alerts.
Portage County Emergency Alert and Notification System	Represents an emergency alerting system for Portage County. Portage County integrates their emergency alerting system utilizing an online software program called Wireless Emergency Notification System (WENS) to allow County and municipal officials to send alert notifications during emergencies or disasters.
Portage County Emergency Operations Center	Portage County EOC. Represents the County's central point for coordinating the operational, logistical, and administrative support needs related to a disaster. The EOC staff gathers and disseminates situation reports and information for the local decision–makers, and other units of local, state and federal government.
Portage County Emergency Vehicles	Represents the emergency vehicles (law enforcement, fire and EMS vehicles) owned and operated by Portage County. This element includes the ITS equipment such as communications, mobile data computers and/or AVL/GPS systems in the vehicles.
Portage County Maintenance Dispatch	Represents the maintenance facilities that dispatch maintenance vehicles and snowplows for Portage County. Facilities has the ability to remotely monitor the speed & salt spread rates for snowplows.
Portage County Maintenance Vehicles	Maintenance vehicles and snowplows owned and operated by Portage County, including the ITS equipment (i.e., AVL, GPS, etc.) on the vehicles.
Portage County RWIS Stations	Represents future Road Weather Information System (RWIS) stations/weather sensors for Portage County.
Portage County Traffic Operations Center	Traffic operations for Portage County. Responsible for the operation, installation, and maintenance of the County's traffic safety equipment, such as traffic signal systems, speed warning signs, and other traffic control equipment on County–owned roadways.
Portage County Traffic Signal Roadway Equipment	Represents traffic signal field equipment operated and maintained by Portage County.
Portage County Website	Portage County website provides information on construction projects, road closures, as well as other non–transportation related services provided by the County
Private Companies Map Update Systems	Represents a provider of map databases used to support ITS services. It supports the provision of the map data that are used directly by vehicles (e.g., roadway and intersection geometry data sets), travelers (e.g., navigable maps used for route guidance and display maps used at traveler information points), system operators (e.g., map data used by Traffic Operators to monitor and manage the road network, and map data used by Fleet Managers to manage a vehicle fleet). It may represent a third–party provider or an internal organization that produces map data for agency use. Products may include simple display maps, map data sets that define detailed road network topology and geometry, or full geographic information system databases that are used to support planning and operations.
Private EV Charging Stations	Electric vehicle (EV) charging stations owned by private entities.
Private Rail Operations Center	Private rail operations center coordinates the operation of freight trains and is connected to other modal systems' operations for efficient movement of commercial goods. It also exchanges information with traffic management centers, which helps to coordinate rail and traffic management and maintenance operations.
Private Rail Operations Wayside Equipment	This element represents the rail operated equipment at highway rail intersections.
Private Traveler Information Systems	Privately owned systems that provide customized traveler information.
Private Weather Service Systems	Systems that provide customized transportation weather forecasts or road weather information.
Public Agency EV Charging Stations	Electric vehicle (EV) charging stations owned by DriveOhio and public agencies and organizations.
PUCO Commercial Vehicle Registration System	Represents an online registration system that provides administrative functions like providing credentials, tax, and safety regulation information to all commercial vehicle operators. The system would issue credentials, collect fees and taxes, and support enforcement of credential requirements.
Social Media	Represents social media such as Twitter and Facebook that can be used as a venue for distribution of traveler information.
South Summit Dispatch Center	Represents the 911 dispatch center located in Green Fire Station 1. Responsibilities include 911 call–taking and dispatching police, fire and EMS staff and vehicles to emergencies. The center covers dispatch services for Green, New Franklin, Coventry Township, Lakemore and Clinton.
Southwest Summit Communications (SWSCOM)	Represents a combined 911 communications center/PSAP that jointly serves the following communities in Summit County: Copley and Springfield Township, and the cities of Barberton and Norton. Responsibilities of the Southwest Summit Communications center include providing 911 call–taking and dispatch services for the Police, Fire, and EMS departments of the four communities.
Summit County DMS	Represents portable dynamic message signs (DMS) owned by Summit County. Portable DMS are used to provide warnings and traveler information to the public in advance of construction work zones.
Summit County EMA App	Mobile application for Summit County EMA. Provides residents with real–time updates, such as emergency notifications, weather alerts, and traffic alerts.
Summit County Emergency Operations Center	Summit County EOC. Represents the County's central point for coordinating the operational, logistical, and administrative support needs related to a disaster. The EOC staff gathers and disseminates situation reports and information for the local decision–makers, and other units of local, state and federal government. The EOC is the central coordination point for obtaining, analyzing, evaluating, reporting and recording disaster–related information.
Summit County Emergency Vehicles	Represents the emergency vehicles (law enforcement, fire and EMS vehicles) owned and operated by Summit County. This element includes the ITS equipment such as communications, mobile data computers and/or AVL/GPS systems in the vehicles.
Summit County Engineer Website	Summit County Engineer website provides information on road closures, lane restrictions, and current and future County construction projects.
Summit County Maintenance Dispatch	Represents the maintenance facilities that dispatch maintenance vehicles and snowplows for Summit County. Facilities have the ability to remotely monitor the speed & salt spread rates for snowplows.
Summit County Maintenance Vehicles	Summit County's maintenance vehicles and snowplows, including the ITS equipment (i.e., AVL/GPS, etc.) on the vehicles.
Summit County Reverse Alert Emergency Notification System	System that provides real–time alert messages to residents throughout Summit County. Alerts can include unexpected road closures, missing persons, and evacuation of buildings or neighborhoods, and can be sent via email, devices for the hard of hearing and landline/mobile phones.
Summit County Sheriff Dispatch	Represents the central PSAP for all 911 calls made to the Summit County Sheriff's Office. Responsibilities include 911 call–taking and dispatching County public safety vehicles to respond to emergencies, as well as providing services to the following agencies within the county: Springfield Township Police Department, Northfield Center Township Fire Department and the Metro Parks Serving Summit County. The sheriff's dispatch also assists all other emergency service agencies within Summit County in the role as point of contact for the activation of Reverse Alert Telephone Notification System, Emergency Management Operations Center, and the Emergency Alert Radio System.
Summit County Traffic Operations Center	Traffic operations for Summit County. Responsible for the operation, installation, and maintenance of the County's traffic safety equipment, such as traffic signal systems, warning flashers, and other traffic control equipment on County–owned highways and bridges. Summit County also monitors ODOT RWIS stations/sensors within its jurisdiction.
Summit County Traffic Sensors	This element represents traffic sensors and detectors operated and maintained by Summit County.
Summit County Traffic Signal Roadway Equipment	Represents traffic signal field equipment operated and maintained by Summit County.
Transportation Research Centers	Represents research institutes or research centers that perform transportation–related research.
Travelers	Represents travelers that request for and utilize transportation services provided by the Ohio DOT and other public and private transportation agencies throughout the region.
University of Akron Parking and Transportation Services Website	Represents the University of Akron's Parking and Transportation Services website. Provides users with various traveler information, including real–time location tracking for Roo Express buses, shuttle routes/schedules, and bus stop locations.
University of Akron Roo Express Dispatch Center	Represents a shuttle service for the University of Akron that provides fixed–route transit services. The Roo Express Shuttle Service offers services for University buildings in the downtown area, neighborhoods near campus, and the parking lots on the North side of campus.
University of Akron Roo Express Shuttle Service Vehicles	Represents the fixed–route shuttle vehicles for the Roo Express Shuttle Service. All shuttle vehicles are equipped with AVL to track bus location information in real–time, which riders can access via the University website or using the DoubleMap Bus Tracker mobile application.
Vehicles with EZPass Tags	Vehicles with EZPass tags.