Burton W. Marsh distinguished service award: Being an effective volunteer in ITE

The Burton W Marsh Distinguished Service Award recognizes an individual who has contributed to the advancement of the Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) over a period of years in an outstanding fashion, Burton W Marsh was "Mr. ITE" He was a Founder, Past President and former Executive Secretary of the Institute. For more than 57 years Burt was one of the most active ITE members, providing sage and friendly counsel and always willing to pitch in and ao more than his fair share. He was a pioneer in urban traffic engineering and recognized early on the importance of traffic safety programs that incorporated the driver, the vehicle and the roadway elements. Burt's wife, Mary, also contributed to the Institute's growth in its formative years by hosting numerous ITE members on their visits to Washington, DC, USA, and by promoting the "family" nature of the Institute.