SESSION 4B: 1.5 PDH CREDITS
PART 1: ADAVNCING AIRPORT LANDSIDE TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT WITH AI-POWERED, DEEP LEARNING-BASED VIDEO ANALYTICS
Efficient landside traffic management is crucial for smooth airport operations. In collaboration with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ), this research developed an AI-driven video analytics system using existing cameras at JFK International Airport to enhance traffic planning, monitoring and curbside operations. This presentation will showcase Queue Length Detection and Curb Lane Management modules, which leverage computer vision to track vehicle flow, queue lengths, lane occupancy, and dwell times. A Perspective Transform method was also developed to adjust for rotating camera angles. This presentation will also discuss how the AI video analytic approach can be fitted into both real-time operation and traffic planning process. This presentation is relevant for Engineers and Planners that want to learn about the usage of video analytics in traffic planning and management effort to improve congestion and safety, especially for airport landside traffic management, with the potential for scalability to other transportation hubs.
PRESENTER
JINGQIN GAO, PH.D.
Dr. Jingqin (Jannie) Gao is the Assistant Director of Research at the federally funded C2SMARTER University Transportation Center led by New York University (NYU) Tandon School of Engineering. A graduate of NYU, Dr. Gao is a dedicated professional with more than 15 years of experience in transportation engineering and planning. Dr. Gao has served as Principal Investigator (PI) and Co-PI for various projects funded by the federal government, National Academies, and state and local agencies. Her research has focused on emerging technologies and urban analytics for smart transportation. She is best known for her research on evaluating the safety performance of the U.S.DOT Connected Vehicle Pilot Deployment in New York City, AI-based transportation solutions for smart cities, and parking analysis. Before joining NYU, Dr. Gao worked at the New York City Department of Transportation (NYCDOT), supporting the agency’s internal planning, technical review processes, and coordinating with external agencies on regional projects. Dr. Gao is named as Who’s Who America in Professional Women in 2023 and is a recipient of the Dr. Louis J. Pignataro Memorial Transportation Education Award by ITE MET section and National Leadership Legacy Award from the WTS-GNY chapter in 2019.
PART 2: PANYNJ: EWR STATION ACCESS - MISSING CONNECTION
This presentation provides an understanding of the planning and design for a new local access to existing transportation infrastructure. This new facility includes public access for pick-up/drop-off for private vehicles, taxis, buses, and for-hire vehicles, along with bicyclists and pedestrian access and other customer amenities. The future new facility, beginning construction in 2025, will transform transit access for neighborhood residents, simplifying the connection and significantly reducing travel times. This presentation is relevant for engineers and planners looking to learn about the design of a multi-modal facility providing seamless intermodal connectivity to nearby
underserved communities.
PRESENTER
ALLISON KROENERT, PE
Allison has been an engineer at the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey since 2018. As a Traffic Engineer in the Traffic Operations group, Allison provides Traffic Operations support services for Newark Liberty International and Teterboro Airports. In her previous role with the Traffic Planning and Project Delivery group, Allison provided planning, design, and construction support services for all Port Authority facilities, including airports, tunnels, bridges, and ports. She has a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the College of New Jersey.
PART 3: REDEFINING EVENT MOBILITY: TRANSPORTATION PLANNING FOR THE ICC T20 WORLD CUP CRICKET STADIUM
Large-scale events present unique challenges for transportation professionals, requiring creative solutions to balance efficiency, sustainability, and attendee experience. The ICC T20 World Cup Cricket Stadium — a temporary, 34,000-seat venue built in just 100 days—serves as a prime example of how thoughtful planning can transform mobility for high-profile events. As the first modular cricket stadium in the United States, this venue didn’t just host a global audience — it redefined how to integrate innovative transportation strategies and multi-agency coordination for elevated event experiences. This presentation will delve into the methodologies used to address the complex transportation demands of such events, showcasing how to build multi-faceted Transportation Management Plans to overcome logistical challenges and deliver best-in-class solutions. We will explore how to prioritize multimodal access, sustainable travel behaviors, and seamless coordination across multiple stakeholders—all essential for supporting large crowds without compromising environmental goals or operational efficiency.
PRESENTER
AMIR RIZAVI, PE, ENV SP
Amir is a nationally recognized, award-winning industry leader experienced in a wide range of transportation, real estate, and infrastructure projects throughout the NY/NJ market and beyond. Amir is a Principal with VHB and serves as the Director of Mobility. In his role, he directs the growth of transportation/mobility services in the Northeast Region and across the footprint of the company. During his career, he has contributed to numerous transformational and impactful projects in both the public and private sectors. Amir has served in leadership positions for ITE at the Section, District, and International levels, and is an alumni of Leadership ITE (the inaugural Class of 2014). Amir is a recipient of the ITE Northeastern District Harvey B. Boutwell Distinguished Service A ward, the most prestigious award in the Northeastern District.