DDEC Peer City Review: Downtown Sarasota, A 2-Minute Guide to a Walkable Urban Paradise
Welcome to Downtown Sarasota, Florida, the first stop on the DDEC Peer City Review journey! This vibrant city has undergone a remarkable transformation into a walkable urban paradise, thanks to the visionary efforts of the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA). Join us on a two-minute tour as we explore the highlights of this enchanting destination, boasting […]
DDEC’s Success in Securing Grants for the City of West Palm Beach
DDEC’s Success in Securing Grants for the City of West Palm Beach
Understanding the National Committee on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (NCUTCD): How to Get Involved
The National Committee on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (NCUTCD) is responsible for developing and maintaining the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), the primary reference guide for all traffic control devices used on public roads. Uyen Dang is currently serving on the Markings Committee and is a voting council member on the NACTO delegation, […]
Exploring Austin’s Transit Plans w/CapMetro
Uyen Dang recently had a chance to participate in an exciting trip to Austin, Texas, with Palm Beach TPA, Palm Tran, South Florida Regional Transportation Authority / Tri-Rail, and other Palm Beach County representatives. During the visit, they explored Austin’s transit plans and mobility initiatives, which were inspiring and insightful. The trip was made possible […]
DDEC Team Celebrates Florida Bike Month
In March, the DDEC team had the privilege of participating in Florida Bike Month with the Palm Beach TPA and Broward MPO. As part of the celebration, the Palm Beach TPA organized a group ride to encourage and promote safe bicycling in the community. The group ride was a great success, with many people, including […]
The Sound of Silence & Safety in the Rail Environment
Quiet Zones: The Sound of Silence & Safety in the Rail Environment Since their creation, railroads have sounded horns and whistles in advance of grade crossings and as a safety precaution. In 2005, Federal Railway Administration (FRA) regulations took effect which required locomotive horns be sounded in advance of all public highway-rail crossings. The regulations […]
Railway Safety
RAILWAY SAFETY In the U.S., a person or vehicle is hit by a train every three hours, according to federal statistics. Highway-rail grade crossing collisions and pedestrian trespass on tracks together account for over 95% of all railroad fatalities, according to Federal Railroad Administration data. These tragic incidents on our railways, though preventable, occur far […]
DDEC Mobility Week
New mobility modes and services in cities are changing how we live, work and travel. From high-speed rail and scooters to bike share and ride-hailing apps (to name just a few), it seems there are more alternative transportation options from which to choose than ever! FUN options, which are also convenient and innovative, are transforming […]
Walk or Roll to School
An annual celebration, promoting walking or biking among school-age children, is rolling into neighborhoods everywhere. October 12, 2022 will mark National Walk and Roll to School Day, an annual observance that promotes safer routes for active trips to school and encourages children to be more active. There are many benefits to a child, as well […]