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  J. Nicholson (Nick) Adams - FDOT Office of Traffic Operations, for managing the ITS Telecommunications Program and making substantial improvements to ITS communications, including leading the recent highly successful pilot study that enabled Traffic Incident Management personnel, particularly Road Rangers, to be able to use the Florida Highway Patrol 800 MHz radio system statewide.
Bob Krzeminski receives ITS Florida 2005 Honor Roll plaque from Charles Wallace - Robert (Bob) J. Krzeminski, FDOT Planning Office, for long support of ITS, including co-program manager of the initial Statewide ITS Strategic Plan and a lead manager in ITS Performance Measures studies.
Kenneth G. Courage, University of Florida (retired) - Ken is a long-time supporter of ITS and is an innovator in ITS data collection and evaluation, signal control and various other aspects of ITS technology. 
Edward Mueller, Retired from the Florida Department of Transportation and Morales and Schumer, Inc. Edward had a long and distinguished career throughout which he was a strong supporter of innovative transportation. He was the first person appointed as “Secretary of Transportation” and served from 1970-1972. He also served as Executive Director of Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA).
Diana Carsey, Executive Director, ITS Florida Retired - Diana has managed the affairs of ITS Florida since 2004. She assumed the Executive Director position after retiring from HART in Tampa. She previously served as a Director at Large officer with ITS Florida. With Diana, ITS Florida has increased its membership and improved its visibility. The Chapter is the envy of other state chapters of ITS America and of the national organization.
Lap Hoang, Florida Department of Transportation Retired - In September 2008, ITS Florida presented this honor to Lap Hoang as he retired from the Florida Department of Transportation. He served as the FDOT representative on the ITS Florida Board for 6 years and has continued to provide the ITS community with guidance and support. His quest in pursuing excellence and his dedication and passion for operations provides a model for all of us.
Mike Akridge, Florida Department of Transportation Retired - In February 2009.  ITS Florida presented this honor to Mike Akridge on June 23, 2009 with our appreciation for his service.  ITS Florida recognizes Mike for the passion and leadership he demonstrated in deployment of ITS technology and project initiatives throughout his career with FDOT from1992 to 2009.  Mike also was instrumental in the ITS Florida Road Ranger education initiative.   
Bill Wilshire, Florida Department of Transportation Retired - In December 2009. ITS Florida presented this honor to Bill Wilshire on December 8, 2009 with our appreciation for his dedication and perseverance in making Florida’s transportation system one of the finest in the nation.  Mr. Wilshire is well known in the Florida ITS community and is an ITS Advocate and Champion.  He has served as the District 7 ITS Program Manager since 2002.  During his tenure, Bill oversaw the development and deployment of the Tampa Bay Freeway Management System, the Tampa Bay SunGuide® Center and the 511 regional system in the Tampa Bay area.

Honor Roll

ITS Florida occasionally identifies a person in the transportation business who has greatly contributed to ITS during their career.  Persons who have retired or who are about to retire are considered candidates.   Any member may nominate a candidate for the ITS Florida Honor Roll with a letter describing their accomplishments and contributions.