About this Event
SACOG is hosting the sixth Data and Modeling User Conference on October 6, 2026. The sessions throughout the day will explore topics like the 2025 Blueprint, post-pandemic travel, and SACOG’s available data resources and tools. These sessions will also provide the opportunity to discuss and help shape future models, tools and resources.
This is an open and free event for anyone who uses SACOG provided data, model or tools, who want to learn more about their implementations. This includes local planners, modelers, consultants, and generally interested parties.
Program Agenda
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
Session 1 | 9:00 am – 11:00 am
From Blueprint to Action: Progress, Implementation, and Outlook
Welcome and Introductions
- 2025 Blueprint Implementation Overview
- Regional Progress Report
- Safety
- VMT Mitigation
- Tolling
- User Community Presentation
- 2031 Blueprint Outlook and Brainstorming
Session 2 | 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Understanding Post-Pandemic Travel
- Changes in travel behavior
- Speed Calibration
- New Household Travel Survey
Lunch 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Session 3 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Data, Model, and Tools: Resources for Advancing Regional Planning
- SACOG resources (Data portal, census hub, GIS maps…)
- Big Data
- Housing
- SACSIM23 Overview
- Tools (Project Performance and Assessment Tool, Github, land use modification tool ReGEN…)
- User Community Presentation
- Brainstorming: Useful tools and training session.
RSVP by September 29 for In-Person Attendance
This hybrid event is best experienced in person, where attendees can participate in rich discussions throughout the day. Beverages and lunch will be provided for in-person RSVPs received by Tuesday, September 29, this will allow SACOG to confirm an accurate lunch count.
Participants who register after September 29 and drop-ins are welcome to attend the event, and can explore nearby restaurants during the lunch break.
Event venue & nearby stays
SACOG - Sacramento Area Council of Governments, 1415 L Street, Sacramento, United States
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