The COVID-19 pandemic has interrupted our lives. Closed businesses and schools and the rise of telecommuting all impact travel. State and local transportation agencies are facing big questions about how to measure traffic in these uncertain times to keep their planning programs moving. Don’t fear, there is hope. Until travel conditions return to a new normal, DKS staff can provide … Read more
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DKS welcomes Jim Damkowitch to our Sacramento office!
Jim Damkowitch joins our Sacramento office as Managing Director.
DKS works with the city of Pflugerville on Phase 4 of the Kelly Lane Major Investment Study
Phase 4 will specifically focus on mobility along Town Center Drive from Pfluger Farm Lane to FM 685 as well as the future extension of Pfluger Farm from Town Center to Wilke Lane. (Courtesy city of Pflugerville). https://communityimpact.com/austin/round-rock-pflugerville-hutto/transportation/2020/04/14/pflugerville-city-council-oks-additional-130k-for-phase-4-of-kelly-lane-major-investment-study/
DKS COVID-19 Procedures
At DKS Associates, the health and safety of our employees and their families is of paramount importance to us.
DKS helps boost pedestrian safety in Walla Walla, WA
DKS helps Walla Walla, WA boost pedestrian safety. https://www.union-bulletin.com/opinion/editorials/city-wise-to-boost-pedestrian-safety-efforts/article_488090eb-cd2a-5bca-ad72-736659a24f2a.html
Throwing Our Car Culture Under the Bus
DKS’ Veronica Sullivan is highlighted in the Tedx Talk from Dan Hendry who spoke in Ottawa about how transformative it is to start training youth to use public transit. Dan includes Veronica and her research at minute 7:00. We congratulate Veronica on being part of the movement to offer free transit passes to high school students, helping to improve youth … Read more
EV Charging Infrastructure Grants
Attention municipal #fleet managers in Washington State: $10.6 million in competitive grants will soon be available to fund your fleet’s #ev charging infrastructure. A Letter of Intent is due by 3:00 March 5, 2020 and the completed Application is due May 5, 2020. Contact mike.usen@dksassociates.com to learn how he can help make your application as competitive as possible. ETS-RFA-2020
Brian Chandler Achieves New RSP Level 2 Certifications
Brian Chandler, National Director for Transportation Safety at DKS, achieved the Road Safety Professional (RSP) Level 2 certification in both infrastructure and behavioral specialties. He is currently one of four individuals to have passed Level 2 exams in both safety areas. This exam and certification were developed by the Transportation Professional Certification Board (TPCB)—the same organization that administers the Professional … Read more
Traffic Signal Warrant Analysis presented for Kelly Lane
DKS presents recommendations to the city of Pflugerville on how to reduce traffic congestion and address safety concerns. https://www.pflugervilletx.gov/Home/Components/News/News/6611/1030?backlist=%2F
What our evolving mobility options mean for designers and developers
DKS’ Brian Chandler contributes to the Seattle DJC on how the demand for parking is beginning to fall in urban areas as people seek alternatives to driving. https://www.djc.com/news/ae/12125879.html?fbclid=IwAR2fP_VOzCnxCmM_LKOuUVdauT6uNvsO8CC1cC9-jIWkRP2EEI3MjHEfyXM