At DKS, we’re committed to Shaping a Smarter Transportation Experience through effective transportation solutions. We are dedicated to supporting that vision through discussions of emerging technologies and new ideas.

Finding Data to Keep Things Moving

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

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.  

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