Submit your nominations to the Nominating Committee Chair using the link below.
Be part of shaping the future of the Capital Area Section of ITE!

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Austin Light Rail Update presented by Arnab Gupta and Isis Hernandez

Please join us on Friday, July 24th, at the City of Austin PDC to hear Arnab Gupta, Director of Design, and Isis Hernandez, Transit Engineer, give an update on the Austin Light Rail.

Arnab Gupta serves as Director of Design for the Austin Transit Partnership. He has over 24 years of experience in civil engineering, project management, and infrastructure development. He holds a B.Tech (Honors) from the Indian Institute of Technology, an M.S. in Civil Engineering from UT Austin, and an MBA in International Business from the Thunderbird School of Global Management.

Isis Hernández is a Transit Engineer who has served as a Project Manager and Deputy Project Manager at AECOM, playing a key role in the Austin Light Rail project. She is deeply involved with Austin Transit Partnership (ATP) through her infrastructure planning and student outreach initiatives.

Registration Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/casite-july-meeting-tickets-1993358939247?aff=oddtdtcreator&mc_cid=eb6bcf5839

Tommy Abrego is a Transportation Engineer with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and currently serves as the Mobility35 Program Manager in the Austin District, where he provides leadership and oversight for the planning, design, and delivery of major I‑35 improvements. He will present on I-35 Capital Express Program.

Registration Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/casite-may-meeting-tickets-1989101361718?aff=oddtdtcreator&mc_cid=4bf4dbe0b6

Location: Texas Department of Transportation Stassney Campus - Mustang Island Room

6230 E Stassney Ln

Austin, TX 78744

CASITE May Social Event - Pickleball at Ants Beer Cave

Join your fellow CASITE members for an active evening hittin' around the ole pickleball.

Come join in on the pickleball fun! Or just come to grab a drink or snack and socialize!

Look for the traffic light to find us.

We have the court rented from 5:30 - 7, but feel free to stick around after to socialize!

There is plenty of available parking on site.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/casite-pickleball-social-tickets-1989614231726?aff=oddtdtcreator

We will explore the City of Austin's recently completed Wishbone bridge, including the new Unity Underpass Tunnel under Pleasant Valley Road. Our tour will be led by Genest Landry, PE, Assistant Director of Capital Delivery Services Department, which was tasked with delivering the project. This tour will feature a biking group led by Genest at the front, followed by a walking group. This is a great opportunity to network with members from other organizations, exercise, explore new multimodal infrastructure, and start your weekend with some great food.

Please note, all participants must sign a waiver to participate: 2026 WTS/CASITE Bike and Brunch Waiver Acknowledgement

Meeting point is at the Unity Tunnel Underpass at 9:30 AM on May 16th.

We're excited to support UT STEM Girl Day on Saturday, 2/28! 🌟 Join us as a volunteer and help inspire students through hands-on transportation activities.

 Sign up here: https://forms.gle/w7UhPCjhoU8pD1Qy7

Join your fellow CASITE members for a chic evening at Foxtail on Burnet.

Come grab a cocktail and socialize. Small plates will be provided.

RSVP

📣 The Biggest Annual Joint Happy Hour of the Year is here!📣

The annual Engineer’s Week Joint Networking Happy Hour aims to bring together professional organizations across disciplines to foster collaboration, knowledge sharing, and develop relationships within the community. Participants of the event include professional organization partners, local and national engineering firms, public agencies, suppliers/vendors, contractors, and developers.

RSVP

The Second Annual Engineering Day of Service is coming up on February 17th, and we’re gearing up for an even bigger impact!

Sign-up HERE

CASITE is excited to once again unite engineers from across Central Texas for a day dedicated to giving back. Join us as we roll up our sleeves, strengthen our community, and showcase the power of engineers in service at the Central Texas Food Bank.

This year we are partnering with SWE, WTS, ASME, TSPE, SHPE, ASCE Austin, ASCE Austin YMF, ASHE, and TAWWA!

Join us virtually on Friday, January 30th, for our first meeting of 2026! LeAnn Catron, Investigator, from the TBPELS Compliance and Enforcement Department, will present updates on engineering ethics and code of conduct, board activities, rule and statutory changes, and general updates on board initiatives.

Register here. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

🎁 Get Your Jingle On!

CASITE is kicking off the season with a holly-jolly Happy Hour at Lala’s Little Nugget on December 9th at 6 pm. Come sip, mingle, and show off that spectacularly ugly sweater!

📍 2207 Justin Ln, Austin, TX 78757

SIGN UP HERE

📢 Join Us for the CASITE End-of-Year Luncheon!

Celebrate another great year with your fellow transportation professionals at our annual End-of-Year Luncheon! Enjoy good food, networking, and a chance to recognize the outstanding work of our members and students.

📅 Date: Friday, December 5, 2025
🕰 Time: 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
📍 Location: The County Line on the Hill
6500 Bee Caves Rd, Austin, TX 78746

We’ll announce the CASITE Awards, Student Scholarships, and Election Results for the 2026 Board.

Come celebrate the season, reconnect with colleagues, and help us honor this year’s achievements!

SIGN UP HERE

🚦 Join CASITE for STEAM Day November 7!

Help introduce 4th graders at Norman-Sims Elementary to the world of transportation, road design, and safety through an engaging hands-on activity.

We’re looking for 8–10 volunteers to help with setup, activities, and cleanup (~2 hours).
Sign up here: https://forms.gle/954SmWSP98pzKXEn6