Exploring Palm Beach County’s Most Walkable Cities
Known for its beautiful beaches and upscale resort towns, Palm Beach County in South Florida also has some surprisingly walkable cities. Getting around on foot allows you to truly appreciate the local scenery and architecture. Here are the top 5 most walkable cities in Palm Beach County: West Palm Beach – The downtown area has […]
Getting Fans to the Big Game: How Las Vegas’ Public Transit Can Make the Super Bowl a Success
The Super Bowl is coming to Las Vegas soon and the city is buzzing with excitement. As fans descend for the big game, transportation becomes a major issue. With limited parking and road congestion around Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas’ public transportation system takes center stage as the best way to move tens of thousands of […]
A New Era for Miami Transportation: Tri-Rail Station Opens at MiamiCentral
The city of Miami reached a major transportation milestone this month with the grand opening of the new Tri-Rail Station at Miami Central. This state-of-the-art facility connects Tri-Rail commuter rail service with the Brightline higher-speed intercity rail, Metrorail, Metromover, and bus systems at one convenient downtown hub. DDEC was honored to attend a special VIP […]
NCUTCD: Shaping the MUTCD 11th Edition
The National Committee on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (NCUTCD) holds a vital role in the traffic engineering and transportation sector, influencing the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). During the winter meeting in Arlington, Virginia, in January 2024, significant developments were seen with the release of the MUTCD 11th Edition. A key contributor to […]
West Palm Beach Establishes New Train Quiet Zone in North End
The sound of train horns blaring day and night can impact the quality of life of those residing near railway crossings. That is why my firm, DDEC, and I were thrilled to work with the City of West Palm Beach to ensure the establishment of a new “Quiet Zone” along the Florida East Coast Railway […]
Bike Safety Workshop Inspires South Florida Transportation Engineers, Planners
DDEC recently participated in the Federal Highway Administration’s (FHWA) Designing for Bicyclist Safety Workshop, hosted by the Miami-Dade Transportation Planning Organization and the Florida Department of Transportation. Approximately 40 transportation professionals, engineers, and urban planners turned out to the two-day informational workshop held at the Miami-Dade Transportation Planning Organization in downtown Miami. Attendees learned about […]
Uyen Dang’s Journey of Impact: Serving on the Palm Beach TPA Citizen Advisory Committee
DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA (December 4, 2023) — Uyen Dang, PE, the founder and Principal at DDEC, has been a driving force in advocating for road safety and advancing transportation initiatives in Palm Beach County. Her remarkable journey within the Palm Beach Transportation Planning Agency (TPA) began over 8 years ago, and her dedication has made […]
Progressing Toward Quieter Rail Crossings: The City of West Palm Beach and Riviera Beach Quiet Zones
PALM BEACH COUNTY, FLORIDA (November 20, 2023) — In the quest to address the persistent issue of train horn noise, the City of West Palm Beach and the City of Riviera Beach have embarked on a journey to establish Quiet Zones, providing a more peaceful and safer environment for their communities. I am pleased to […]
Thanksgiving Travel 2023: Tips for Staying Safe on the Road
DELRAY BEACH, Fla (November 16, 2023) – With Thanksgiving just around the corner, millions of Americans are gearing up to hit the road and travel home for the holidays. This year, AAA predicts that 54.6 million people will travel 50 miles or more for Thanksgiving, with the vast majority (49 million) traveling by car. All […]