City Moves Ahead On Road Plans

Published on The Transylvania Times, January 2022

Brevard City Council has hired a local company to work with the N.C. Department of Transportation (DOT) to design and install a roundabout at the intersection of Ecusta Road and Old U.S. 64 near Wilson Road. During Tuesday night’s council meeting, the city entered into a professional services agreement with TPD of Brevard to plan and design use of that section of roadway beyond the state’s standard landscaping treatments for a projected flat fee of $13,500.

Published in ITE Journal, October 2021

Written by Paige Glassman, EIT, Transportation Planning Specialist

Transit oriented developments (TODs), while defined differently throughout the country, are generally compact, mixed-use development near transit facilities that offer high-quality pedestrian and bicycle facilities. TODs are a relatively new concept in the United States; these developments are located in moderate to high density areas and can be new construction or redevelopment. Based on proximity to public transit, TODs often feature higher transit and non-automotive transportation. The most common land uses within TODs are residential, commercial, and office.

Bensalem Unveils New Traffic System Technology Being Used To Improve Safety Around Schools

The goal is to cut down on speeding and other dangerous driving in school zones, like drivers who pass school buses illegally.

TPD celebrates 30 years in business

Published by MONTCO.Today

TPD, an award-winning transportation engineering firm serving the eastern United States, is pleased to announce its 30th anniversary in business. Founded in April of 1989 in a remodeled three-story colonial house located in Oaks, TPD began with six employees, and over the last 30 years has grown into 10 strategically located offices throughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland and North Carolina. TPD’s priority on organic, sustainable company growth has enabled the firm to develop and maintain its staff of highly-qualified professionals whose contribution to infrastructure, workforce, and economic development has earned the firm merit on local, regional and national levels.

Published by Index-Journal

Imagine a Main Street through Uptown Greenwood that boasted even more shared-use opportunities for motorists, bicyclists and pedestrians.

For investments, both modest and ambitious, city leaders can see an even more dramatic transformation of the corridor, which serves as Uptown Greenwood’s backbone.