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DRMP to Operate New Regional Traffic Management Center for Florida-Alabama TPO
April 9th, 2025 by Deston Taylor, PE, PTOE
In the next 12 to 24 months, the Florida-Alabama Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) will unveil a newly constructed Regional Traffic Management Center (RTMC), operated by DRMP. The RTMC will be DRMP’s first-ever staffed and operated center and will make Northwest Florida’s roads safer and less congested.
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Posted in: All, Transportation, Transportation Planning/Project Development
Closing the Gap – Serving for Sidewalk Connectivity in Lee County, Fla.
March 26th, 2025 by Paul Benvie, PE
The Lee County Board of County Commissioners recently passed a resolution declaring March 2025 as Bike Month in Lee County, Fla., reinforcing the importance of safer cycling and recognizing the contributions of the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC). DRMP Fort Myers Office Leader, Paul Benvie, PE, who serves on BPAC, was honored to be part of this initiative, which aligns with Florida’s Bicycle Month. With 135 out of 160 sidewalk projects on the waitlist totaling over $150 million, BPAC's job is to make sure the County’s annual $5 million to $10 million sidewalk improvement budget is spent where it is needed most.
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Posted in: All, Civil Services, Transportation
UAV LiDAR & Aerial Imaging: Smarter, Faster Data Collection
March 18th, 2025 by Ryan Ianacone, CST II
To enhance our data collection capabilities, DRMP has invested in a versatile UAV fleet to support a range of projects for our clients, including documenting construction progress with high-resolution photography and gathering dense LiDAR data in areas that are difficult to access by land or water. While UAVs do not replace traditional survey and inspection methods, they complement them and help our teams work more efficiently and safely.
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Posted in: All, Disaster Resilience and Sustainability , Surveying & Mapping, Transportation
Optimizing Solar Energy for Tarpon Springs: A Cost-Saving & Sustainability Feasibility Study
March 14th, 2025 by Bruno J. Arriola, PE, ENV SP
The City of Tarpon Springs, Fla., is joining cities nationwide in prioritizing sustainability by exploring renewable energy sources, such as solar power, to combat climate change and lower energy costs. To support these efforts, DRMP is conducting a solar feasibility study to help Tarpon Springs assess and expand solar installations at multiple city-owned facilities.
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Posted in: All, Civil Services
A Smash Hit: Tarpon Springs Scores with New Pickleball Courts Designed by DRMP
March 4th, 2025 by Bruno J. Arriola, PE, ENV SP
In Tarpon Springs, Fla., DRMP designed four pickleball courts at Safford Fitness Park, one of the most requested amenities from residents eager to enjoy this popular and rapidly growing sport. This project revitalized the park by introducing well-lit pickleball courts and enhancing accessibility with improved pedestrian access and sidewalk connectivity.

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Posted in: All, Civil Services
Expert Traffic Impact Analysis: Solutions Beyond the Numbers
February 26th, 2025
Beyond technical expertise, what sets DRMP's Traffic Impact Analysis team apart is our ability to advocate for our clients. We do more than analyze and report. We also strategize and negotiate. Our deep understanding of state and local regulations allows us to provide strategies that satisfy requirements without unnecessary expenditures.
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Posted in: All, eWIRE, Traffic Impact Analysis, Transportation, Transportation Planning/Project Development
Traffic Impact Analysis & Advocacy: A Strategic Approach to Project Approval
February 26th, 2025
Getting approval for a new development isn’t just about the numbers – it’s about having the right team to advocate for your project. DRMP’s Traffic Impact Analysis team goes beyond traffic studies to help clients navigate the approval process, address regulatory concerns, and ensure that transportation challenges don’t stand in the way of progress.
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Posted in: All, eWIRE, Traffic Impact Analysis, Transportation, Transportation Planning/Project Development
Mobile LiDAR Surveys Identify Safety and Accessibility Needs at North Carolina Bus Stations
February 12th, 2025 by AJ Perkinson, PLS
In celebration of World LiDAR Day on Feb. 12, we're highlighting how mobile liDAR technology is shaping the future of transit planning. With mobile liDAR, we’re surveying more than 200 bus stations in Raleigh, Durham, Concord, and Chapel Hill to determine if they have the room or right-of-way to construct bus lanes, bus shelters, ADA safety ramps, lighting, amenities, and signage.
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Posted in: All, Surveying & Mapping, Transportation, Transportation Planning/Project Development
Protecting Wetlands for Cape Canaveral Space Force’s Range of the Future Project
February 2nd, 2025 by Maria Bazemore, PWS, AICP
Wetlands provide critical wildlife habitat and a healthy ecosystem, but development can harm them if not carefully planned. As a subconsultant to KZF Design, DRMP helped prepare infrastructure plans for Cape Canaveral Space Force Station and Patrick Space Force Base, evaluating potential impacts on wetlands. World Wetlands Day, celebrated on Feb. 2, raises awareness of their importance.
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Posted in: All, Ecological Services, Federal Services , Geographic Information Systems, Land Development, NEPA , Project Development & Environment
Mentorship Builds Lasting Relationships for Career Success
January 23rd, 2025 by Jake Burton
In celebration of National Mentoring Month this January, we launched our mentoring program with a Mentoring Mixer – a chance to bring colleagues together, break the ice, and support opportunities for professional development.
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Posted in: All, Learning & Development