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Regional Active Transportation Plan (RATP)

NLCOG Active Transportation Plan Northwest Louisiana DCCM was selected by the Northwest Louisiana Council of Governments (NLCOG) to develop a Regional Active Transportation Plan (RATP) for the MPO planning area of Bossier, Caddo, DeSoto and Webster Parishes. This plan will be used as a tool by the NLCOG to improve upon its network of existing facilities and to develop new facilities that provide for improved and safer walking, bicycling, and other forms of micro-mobility for transportation and recreational opportunities. The Plan identified deficiencies and specific improvements to infrastructure with the goal of building a complete network for active transportation users, and will propose project selection criteria to prioritize current and future projects to make the best use of available funding sources and opportunities. To assess the existing conditions experienced by people walking and biking in the region, a comprehensive safety analysis for vulnerable users is evaluating the high-injury network where crashes disproportionately affect people walking and biking and makes recommendations for countermeasures to address specific issues. A latent demand analysis and analysis of previously collected public information will be used as inputs into the development of a safe and comfortable all ages and abilities (AAA) network free from barriers to access. This plan includes a broad outreach component, involving stakeholders, advocates and members of the public throughout the process to create a community-driven plan to make walking, bicycling, and other active modes of transportation safer, more comfortable, and more convenient throughout the region. At a Glance 2024 Completed $280,000 Fee Markets Transportation Services Transportation

Long Range Transportation Plan 2040 Update

Long Range Transportation Plan 2040 Update Shreveport, Louisiana DCCM developed the LRTP for the Shreveport-Bossier City metropolitan area. The LRTP addressed regional and local transportation goals and objectives and encompassed all modes of transportation. The project included extensive public outreach and stakeholder consultation, including public visioning meetings; detailed socioeconomic projections based on a local, expertdriven Delphi Process; and a complete remake of the regional travel demand model (TDM), including a mode-choice component. The plan also addressed Transportation System Management and Operation (TSMO) strategies, multi-modal system deficiencies, safety concerns, and project travel demand for the horizon-year 2040. In addition to the traditional bike and pedestrian element, the project developed a Caddo Parish-specific bike plan that addressed unique needs within the community. DCCM conducted a series of scenario-based planning exercises to inform the plan development. DCCM also developed performance-based metrics used in a Project Selection Process (PSP) that addressed deficiencies identified in the MPOs triennial audit by FHWA. The PSP provided a link between the public visioning process, stakeholder input, and prioritization by the Technical Committee that addressed the multi-modal needs through the 2040 planning horizon. A new regional TDM was constructed based on the state of Arkansas’s statewide model interface and available local data. The new TDM was a state-of-the-practice four-step model that included a cross-classification trip generation model, a gravity model for trip distribution, a mode choice model to split person trips by mode, and traffic assignment by time of day. The TDM included a feedback loop, intersection delay, and advanced reporting features. At a Glance $839,000 Project Cost Markets Transportation Services Transportation

Travel Demand Model Update and Demographics

Travel Demand Model Update and Demographics Tyler, Texas Transportation planning in the Tyler urbanized area is performed by the Tyler Area MPO in close cooperation with the TxDOT. The travel demand forecast model for the area is maintained by TxDOT using the TRIPCAL5 program for the trip generation. This model is an excellent ‘what if’ tool in the MPO planners arsenal. However, it requires various demographic data, including population, number of households, average household size, median household income, and employment for the base year and the forecast years as inputs. The Tyler Area MPO is responsible for providing this required demographic data to TxDOT. The Tyler Area MPO has requested the resources of a consulting firm to assist in developing 2018 base-year and 2050 planning horizon-year socioeconomic data inputs to the TRIPCAL5 trip generation program. In addition, the MPO will need intermediate year data (2023, 2028, and 2033). These inputs include population, households, income and employment. The following general steps will be employed in the development of the demographic and socioeconomic data: Collect data from various data sources, both public and private. Develop population, group quarter, household, and employment control totals for base year and forecast years Develop base year population, household, and employment numbers at the TAZ level. Develop forecast year population, household, and employment numbers at the TAZ level. Develop median income for TAZs for base year, and estimate trends to forecast future years. Conduct demographic review for reasonableness and completeness. Document the methodology used with this report. A quality control process will be used to ensure the accuracy of the results produced. Both the accuracy of the calculations and the reasonableness of the results will be assessed during the quality control process. At a Glance 2023 Project Completed Markets Transportation Services Transportation

2040 Horizon TDM

2040 Horizon Travel Demand Model El Paso, Texas Working directly with the El Paso MPO, TxDOT El Paso District, and TxDOT Transportation Planning and Programming (TPP), DCCM completed a total redesign and redevelopment of the El Paso MPO TDM to bring it up to state-of-the-practice standards. DCCM also improved model reporting and production of level-of-service measures in sufficient detail to support air quality conformity analysis that used the newly deployed MOVES mobile source emissions software. To accomplish this, DCCM carried out the following transportation planning and analysis services: Developed the model architecture necessary to satisfy the planning requirements for the region Incorporated updated demographic and employment base year estimates and future year forecasts (created by DCCM under a separate project) into the travel demand model Verified the base-year network Developed the forecast-year network Developed and tested model components and calibrated model components Validated and implemented the overall model user interface Using the redesigned model, DCCM performed testing and analysis of forecast year transportation scenarios for the El Paso 2040 MTP update. DCCM also performed a transit onboard survey designed to meet FTA best practice guidelines and provide data capable of supporting calibration of a model for use in FTA New Starts and Small Starts investment-grade transit corridor analysis. At a Glance 2013 Project Completed Markets Transportation Services Transportation

Grant Support and Development

Grant Development and Support Statewide, Texas DCCM serves as a key member of the consultant team supporting the TxDOT Federal Affairs Division in the development of competitive applications for federal discretionary grant programs. These efforts span major programs such as Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD), Infrastructure for Rebuilding America (INFRA), Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE), and Promoting Resilient Operations for Transformative, Efficient, and Cost-Saving Transportation (PROTECT). DCCM’s role encompasses four primary areas of responsibility: 1 Project Evaluation and Eligibility Review: DCCM evaluates candidate projects submitted by TxDOT districts and divisions to determine eligibility under federal funding notices. This includes assessing project readiness, alignment with federal priorities, and consistency with TxDOT’s statewide goals and strategic objectives. Grant Application Development: For projects meeting eligibility criteria, DCCM prepares full grant applications, including narrative development, technical documentation, and supporting analyses. Notably, DCCM prepared a 2023 PROTECT grant application for a Statewide Flood Warning System valued at $3.4 million. Analytical Support and Project Justification: DCCM conducts the technical analyses required to strengthen and justify grant applications, including economic impact assessments, travel demand forecasts, sensitivity analyses, and other economic studies. In 2021, DCCM contributed to the successful RAISE grant application for The Loop – Trinity Forest Spine Trail in Dallas, securing funding to advance a 50‑mile urban trail network. Project Pipeline Development: DCCM supports the creation of a statewide “project pipeline,” a dashboard tool designed to identify, filter, and prioritize strong candidates for future federal grant opportunities. This tool streamlines decision‑making and enhances TxDOT’s ability to strategically position projects for competitive funding. Beyond these core tasks, DCCM planners and data analysts apply their expertise in FAST Act performance measures to track and report project outcomes relative to national goals and federal performance management requirements, key components of the discretionary grant selection process. DCCM also prepares program‑level opinions of probable cost (OPCC) and integrates these with project analyses to perform benefit‑cost analyses (BCA) consistent with BUILD and other federal grant criteria, ensuring that applications are both technically sound and competitively positioned. Image: The Loop At a Glance 1,000 Square Feet $1,000 Project Cost Markets Transportation Services Transportation

Transit-Oriented Development Grant

Transit-Oriented Development Grant McAllen, Texas Metro McAllen, the public transit provider for the City of McAllen, asked DCCM to help ucaate inelr snondance transit planas an extension or our scoob or services tortnat project, DCCM was tasked with supporting the City’s application for funding under FTAs competitive Pilot Program for Transit-Oriented Development Planning. Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) can help adress challenges such as affordablehousing, traffic congestion, and environmental sustainability. Through the integration of l land use and transportation planning, TOD strategies seek to foster vibrant communities where residents have seamless access to various modes of transportation and amenities. With the help of DCCM, the City of McAllen was successtul, receiving $500,000 to facilitate the planning of TOD around two key transit stations linked by four local bus routes, including a proposed bus rapid transit (BRT) corridor. The plan aims to increase transit ridership through the development of hosing and walkability improvements near Central Station in downtown McAllen along with potential improvements around the newly built North Transfer Station. The goal of these new developments is to increase mobility, spark economic development, and ultimately create lively, accessible neighborhoods. Photo Under Creative Commons: Anthony Acosta, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0, via Wikimedia Commons At a Glance $500,000 Grant Received Markets Transportation Services Transportation Some quote that is relevant to this project. John Doe Designer Meet Our Team Name Name Name Name Name Project Manager Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Name Project Manager Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Name Project Manager Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Name Project Manager Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Name Project Manager Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Name Project Manager Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Name Project Manager Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Name Project Manager Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person. Mini bio about this person.

Carmel Drive & Pennsylvania Street Roundabout

Carmel Drive & Pennsylvania Street Roundabout Carmel, Indiana DCCM replaced the previously signal-controlled intersection at Carmel Drive and Pennsylvania Street. The goal of the design was to create a more consistent and efficient corridor for the traveling public. Our team focused on providing a design that reduced costly impacts. This roundabout’s footprint avoided an existing parking lot and multiple utilities, saving the City millions of dollars in utility box relocations and land acquisition. Upon installation, the roundabout was able to provide an efficient flow throughout the corridor and for neighboring roundabouts. At a Glance $1.42M Construction 2018 Project Completed Markets Transportation Services Transportation

LADOTD Technical Assistance for State Safety Oversight (TASSO) On-Call Services

LADOTD Technical Assistance for State Safety Oversight (TASSO) On-Call Services New Orleans, Louisiana The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LADOTD) was tasked by the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) with overseeing and monitoring the implementation of safety procedures on the rail fixed-guideway public transportation system (streetcar system) run by the New Orleans Regional Transit Authority (NORTA). LADOTD has selected DCCM for seven consecutive three year contracts to assist with designing, implementing, and maintaining a MAP-21 compliant State Safety Oversight (SSO) Program. This project was focused on developing an enhanced oversight program to ensure public safety on the streetcar system. The project was critical to securing federal funding streams in Louisiana. DCCM assisted with the following technical services: Provided assistance to LADOTD with implementing the ‘Certification Work Plan’ (CWP) submitted to FTA outlining the steps to develop a MAP-21 compliant SSO Program Developed a new SSO Program standard detailing the duties and powers of the LADOTD SSO program to oversee rail fixed-guideway public transportation systems in the state Provided new audit procedures to oversee implementation of enhanced safety systems In coordination with the LADOTD SSO, managed the paperwork flow between rail fixed-guideway operators and LADOTD regarding compliance with LADOTD State Standard Assisted LADOTD at meetings with operators on rail fixed-guideway public transportation safety compliance Assisted LADOTD in ensuring compliance of the certified MAP-21 SSO Program including, but not limited to track inspection activities, reviewing design plans for new service lines, conducting accident investigations, and conducting facility inspections. At a Glance 20 Miles $499,000 Project Cost Markets Transportation Services Transportation

Harris County Transportation Master Plan

Harris County Transportation Master Plan Harris County, Texas DCCM continues to lead the creation of the transportation master plan on behalf of Harris County. This plan, which applies to the County’s unincorporated areas only, remains the first to identify and present a blueprint for transportation system development, including update to the current interim thoroughfare plan as well as an active transportation plan. Using a combination of data resources, reviews with community partners, documentation of existing plans and their priorities for transportation network improvements, the DCCM team will facilitate preparation of a 20-year blueprint to guide network implementation and right-of-way preservation activities. This project, which remains in progress, will include a host of team partners developing data and information for sharing with the public, local officials and other interested parties. To date, the team facilitated review of the current network/system development including analysis of network needs based upon a methodology to minimize gaps, improve connectivity and travel options. This review includes meetings with the County Engineer working team, precinct offices and other interested stakeholders. Upcoming activities include completing the review of system needs, identification of critical links and needed updates, along with analysis of the planning-level updates to current standards and practices followed by the County Engineer’s office to aid in project implementation. At a Glance 1,800 Square Miles $2.4 million Project Cost Markets Transportation Services Transportation

TxDOT Texas Statewide Analysis Model (SAM) Version 5

TxDOT | Texas Statewide Analysis Model (SAM) Version 5 Statewide, Texas DCCM has been the lead architect and developer of all five iterations of TxDOT’s Statewide Analysis Model (SAM), a state-of-the-practice multimodal travel demand model covering the entire state of Texas. This innovative tool uses current travel behavior data from surveys and forecasted demographics to predict future travel patterns, equipping decision-makers with the ability to understand future travel demand and assess how transportation projects serve Texas’ mobility needs. The SAM integrates passenger and freight components, providing forecasts for personal vehicles, commercial airlines, intercity and high-speed rail, truck trips, and freight shipments by rail, air, and water. It has been a cornerstone for TxDOT since SAM-V1 in 2001, supporting rapid forecasts for applications such as prioritizing passenger rail corridors, producing performance measures for the statewide transportation plan, providing inputs for the Freight Mobility Plan, analyzing traffic during events like the 2024 Solar Eclipse, and generating traffic forecasts for corridor and project studies. DCCM continues to support TxDOT through ongoing on-call services, ensuring the SAM remains current with best practices, and support TxDOT’s changing needs. These services include designing and implementing maintenance changes, updating software, networks, and demographics. At a Glance ~268,600 Square Miles $1,453,410 Project Cost Markets Transportation Services Transportation

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