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Tighe and Bond Proposal North King and Hatfield Response to Request for Proposals CONSULTING SERVICES FOR THE FUNCTIONAL AND DETAILED DESIGN INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS AT THE HATFIELD AND NORTH KING STREET Prepared For: City of Northampton, Massachusetts March 18, 2011 53 Southampton Road • Westfield, MA 01085 • Tel 413.562.1600 • Fax 413.562.5317 N-0890-0-035 March 18, 2011 Wayne Feiden, FAICP Director of Planning and Development 210 Main Street, Room 11 Northampton, MA 01060 Re: Proposal for Consulting Services for the Functional and Detailed Design Intersection Improvements at the Hatfield and North King Street, Northampton Dear Mr. Feiden: First we want to thank you for allowing Tighe & Bond to offer our transportation engineering services to the City of Northampton and specifically, our modern roundabout design expertise. We have assembled a team of professionals that are solid, competent, and vested in the project but well versed in modern roundabout design. Our project team includes: ■ Tighe & Bond, Inc. ■ NE Roundabouts ■ Sherman & Frydryk, Land Surveying and Engineers To fully understand the project we have carefully reviewed the Request for Proposals, made several visits to the project area, and walked the entire project area with members of the project team to better understand the City’s project goals and objectives. We feel that we have a solid understanding of your project, assembled an excellent team of professionals to undertake the project, and we have extensive experience working with MassDOT, both District 2 and Boston, and the area utility companies on these types of projects. The challenges for this project are not simple to resolve nor can they be accomplished unilaterally without community involvement. We recognize the following issues as the significant concerns, but not the only challenges to successfully advance your project: ■ Traffic flow/congestion/speed ■ Pedestrian/bicycle accommodations and safety ■ Mature trees restricting the project corridor, Hatfield Street approximately 500 feet south of intersection ■ Aerial utility conflicts and relocations at the intersection ■ Commercial curb cuts/access These highlighted issues are not intended to be in any particular order, and there may be other burning issues that the City or local business community seeks to mitigate through this project. We think we have innovative solutions to these issues and we are excited about opportunity to share those ideas with the City. -2- Tighe & Bond is no stranger to the Northampton; we have been providing a broad range of engineering services to the City for over 50 years. Recently our services at the Village at Hospital Hill have included a vast array of consulting services demonstrating the depth of our staff including demolition engineering, environmental, civil site, utilities, and transportation engineering. In fact many of the traffic calming measures the City has implemented originated with this development such as speed tables, removable speed bumps, raised intersections and cross-walks, narrow roadways, and multi-modal transportation accommodations. As demonstrated throughout our proposal, you will see that we have considerable experience working with the MassDOT on both state and Federal Highway funded projects. Our approach and schedule detailed in Section 1 and Section 2 of the attached proposal follows MassDOT Project Development and Design Guidelines and incorporates the Town’s RFP outline as well. As you have experienced with other projects in the City, the MassDOT review and approval process can be challenging to a project schedule. Therefore, it is in the City’s best interest to retain a project team that has experience of successfully working with MassDOT. Not only had Tighe & Bond worked on dozens of MassDOT projects with municipalities, we have the relations with the District 2 office and in the case of this project, with MassDOT Boston who will be the ultimate decision maker on converting the intersection to a modern roundabout as envisioned. Why should Northampton select the Tighe & Bond team? ■ Modern Roundabout Design, Construction. Innovative experience in studying, designing and constructing single lane and multi-lane modern roundabouts in the Northeast. The northeast has lagged behind the rest of the country in mainstreaming of modern roundabouts as traffic control. Tighe & Bond along with our partner NE Roundabouts has led the transformation of transportation thinking to consider modern roundabouts instead of traffic signals as the proven safer, more efficient and pedestrian friendly alternative. Tighe & Bond, staff and team members have designed and constructed numerous modern roundabouts in Connecticut and New York. We also use the latest roundabout modeling software, from Sidra, to Rodel to the most sophisticated version of VISSIM. Our traffic modelers are well versed in applying the software for analysis. ■ Extensive experience with public presentations. The project team designated for this project has extensive experience with public presentations for all types of clients and projects. The team members are very used to dealing with passionate and engaged public both for and against projects with an outcome of success. We will spend the necessary time with the City developing concepts and strategies to gain consensus for the project, and we know first hand what it takes to gain the public’s trust. We customarily coordinate and facilitate public forums representing our clients. ■ Familiarity with working with the Massachusetts Department of Transportation. Tighe & Bond continually provides traffic/civil/geotechnical engineering services on roadway, bike path, and traffic engineering projects under the administration and guidance of the MassDOT across the Commonwealth. As demonstrated within the qualifications section of the proposal, we have extensive experience with MassDOT. Being able to work with the local MassDOT staff such as Al Stegemann; District Highway Director, Rich Masse; Project Development Engineer, and Bao Lang; Traffic Engineer at District 2 in Northampton and being able to pick up the phone and overcome a difficult -3- Right of Way issue with Pam Marquis from MassDOT’s Right of Way Bureau provides Northampton an advantage with this MassDOT funded project. ■ Prior Technical experience of the Firm with roadway reconstruction projects. We have demonstrated success completing similar projects. Tighe & Bond has recently completed several projects MassDOT projects that are quite similar to your Hatfield and North King Street project. Northampton doesn’t need to be the “testing ground” for a project team. Our track records on teamed projects are proven. Having three experienced businesses with years of institutional knowledge can only benefit the City. ■ Qualifications of those to be directly involved on this project. Our lead personnel committed to this project includes Robert Peirent, P.E., Principal-in-Charge, David L. Loring, P.E., LEED AP, Project Manager, and Joseph C. Balskus, PE, PTOE, Technical Advisor each with over 20 years of experience and specifically, a modern roundabout expert who serves on the ITE National Roundabout Task Force. These individuals have worked together on a number of similar projects. David has worked with the City since 1995 with starting with the South Street/Old South Street Intersection Signalization project, continuing with teams developing the bicycle trails throughout the downtown and additional traffic signals at Maple and Bridge Streets and Village Hill. David has also played prominent roles in the Carlon Drive and Village Hill development projects. Our team will continue to deliver comprehensive and timely services to Northampton. Section 2 of our submittal details the highly qualified core team of skilled engineers that Tighe & Bond will provide to this project as well as nationally renowned modern roundabout designer Howard McCulloch, principal of NE Roundabouts, Donald Frydryk, PE, PLS, principal of Sherman & Frydryk, Land Surveying and Engineering. Our project team will provide both a personal and corporate commitment for performing our services. We are pleased to respond to this RFP with confidence that we have the project understanding, resources, experience, and staff to meet all of City’s needs. As a local firm owned by our employees, we take great pride in our reputation and look forward to serving the City on this project. If you have any questions or require additional information, please do not hesitate to contact me at (413) 572-3261. Very truly yours, TIGHE & BOND, INC. Robert Peirent, PE Senior Vice President Enclosures J:\N\N0890 Northampton\PROP\cover letter.doc CONTENTS J:\N\N0890 Northampton\PROP\Prop Text.doc Letter of Transmittal Section 1 Technical Response 1-1 1.1 Project Approach .................................................................................. 1-2 1.1.1 Project Development ............................................................... 1-3 1.1.2 Survey and Base Plan .............................................................. 1-4 1.1.3 Preliminary Design (25% Submission) ........................................ 1-5 1.1.4 75% Submission ..................................................................... 1-7 1.1.5 100% Final Design .................................................................. 1-8 1.1.6 Final PS & Engineering Submission ............................................ 1-9 1.1.7 Meetings/Workshops................................................................ 1-9 1.2 Schedule ............................................................................................. 1-9 Section 2 Project Team 2-1 2.1 Project Personnel .................................................................................. 2-1 2.2 Key Personnel Highlights ........................................................................ 2-1 2.3 Subcontractors ..................................................................................... 2-3 Section 3 Office and Staff Planning 3-1 Section 4 Relevant Experience 4-1 4.1 Transportation and Traffic Engineering Experience ..................................... 4-1 4.2 Experience with Northampton ................................................................. 4-1 4.3 Local Utilities ........................................................................................ 4-1 4.4 Client References .................................................................................. 4-2 Section 5 Firm Overview 5-1 5.1 Engineering History ............................................................................... 5-1 5.2 Site Development and Civil Engineering .................................................... 5-1 5.3 Traffic (insert new haven roundabout graphic)........................................... 5-1 5.4 Parking ................................................................................................ 5-2 5.5 Geotechnical Engineering Services ........................................................... 5-2 5.6 Current Expertise .................................................................................. 5-2 Appendix A Project Schedule Appendix B Project Concepts TECHNICAL RESPONSE Proposal for Hatfield and North King Street Intersection Improvements 1-1 Section 1 Technical Response Based upon our research with the City and the institutional knowledge of our project team we believe that we have an accurate understanding of the proposed project. The City’s mission for the North King Street corridor is to relieve traffic congestion and enhance traffic flow with increased pedestrian safety from the River Valley Market south through the Hatfield Street intersection to the Walmart shopping plaza. The project also seeks to improve pedestrian and bicycle accommodations in Hatfield Street south to Cook Avenue. The project team assembled for this project is acutely aware of the issues facing the City on this project and the Team has the knowledge and experience to take the City’s vision and deliver the desired results. These are strong words, and the team assembled for this project has a strong and vested local interest. Tighe & Bond has teamed with Sherman & Frydryk, Land Surveying and Engineering, a local surveyor to undertake the survey efforts for this project; and NE Roundabouts, a nationally renowned modern roundabout partner. Tighe & Bond brings a wealth of Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) knowledge and experience to the Team as well as a long history of projects in Northampton. It is our project team’s mission to take the City’s vision and make it reality building upon the lessons learned by the City on the Look Park roundabout project and applying our experience and utilizing our relationships with MassDOT to make this a successful project. In the subsequent sections of our proposal we will describe our approach and demonstrate that our team of professionals is highly qualified to undertake your project. Tighe & Bond is no stranger to Northampton as we have been working with the City in one capacity or another for over fifty years. We have our roots in the Pioneer Valley and have an excellent working relationship with MassDOT, District 2 and more critical to this project, MassDOT Boston. As we understand the City’s Hatfield and North King Street Intersection Improvements Project the following elements highlight the issues of concern: ■ Evaluate and promote the installation of a modern roundabout for intersection control ■ Coordination of existing traffic signalization to reduce congestion and improve the overall flow entering the King Street corridor ■ Evaluate and recommend sidewalk and crosswalk improvements to facilitate safe and efficient pedestrian traffic in the North King Street business area ■ Evaluate and recommend bicycle accommodations to facilitate safe and efficient bicycle traffic in the North King Street business area ■ Evaluate the existing pavement structure and recommend pavement sections for the improvements ■ Provide traffic markings that promote a smooth traffic flow and incorporate safe bicycle and pedestrian mix through the project locus ■ Incorporate elements for bicycle and pedestrian traffic ■ Review the existing lighting schemes, evaluate the potential for lighting improvements within the project area ■ Carefully evaluate the existing landscaping/tree plantings along the corridor and present concepts to be for inclusion in the work ■ Evaluate the existing drainage system and recommend improvements to effectively manage the changes in storm water flow resulting from the proposed improvements TECHNICAL RESPONSE Proposal for Hatfield and North King Street Intersection Improvements 1-2 ■ Present ornamental furnishings concepts for City’s selection ■ Evaluate other miscellaneous issues along the project corridor and work with the City to suggest improvements that help “clean-up” the North King Street area Perhaps one of the biggest challenges will be to minimize disruption to the North King Street businesses and commuter traffic entering the City from the north during the construction of the project. Developing the construction phasing will be key, the timing of the construction and overall minimizing the disruption to the local roadways needs careful consideration and must be coordinated with the City, business community and MassDOT. As stated later in Project Development, involving the local business community will be a key success factor for this project. Tighe & Bond staff have considerable experience with developing consensus on projects like your intersection improvement project. After all this is the northern gateway into Paradise City, which can be accentuated with a modern roundabout intersection. An example of a modern roundabout concept is shown in Appendix C. The modern roundabout intersection control provides untold benefits over signalized intersection control. Studies upon studies have shown these benefits. These are published by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) as well as by FHWA and the National Cooperative Highway Research Program Report 672, Roundabouts Informational Guide 2nd edition. The FHWA also publicly released a cutting edge video of these benefits at the Northeast Roundabout Peer Exchange held in July 2010 in Connecticut. The video is viewable at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GeVWPvRFDi4. Tighe & Bond utilizes traffic analysis tools for analyzing the capacity of intersections as well as modern roundabouts. These tools include HCM, Synchro and for roundabouts, Sidra, Rodel and the industry leading software, VISSIM. These tools allow us to expertly analyze the intersections and then, using enhanced graphical rendering techniques, to simulate the intersection in 2D and 3D if desired. These can be displayed for public outreach purposes but first and foremost, they are the accepted methods for modern roundabout analysis. We have successfully used VISSIM for our modern roundabout projects. The proposed project isn’t yet funded, but is expected to qualify for funding through the Congestion Mitigation Air Quality (CMAQ) program within the State Transportation Improvement Plan, also known as the STIP. Projects funded through the STIP are administered by MassDOT. There is a very well defined process for MassDOT administered projects. It should be noted that the project team has worked on a number of these types of roadway improvements project with MassDOT and we have a very good understanding of the process from both a technical and political point of view, which is demonstrated in later sections. Our role is to provide the City with the necessary technical elements of the project to enable MassDOT to approve your desired outcome for the project area. We also have a very good understanding of the nontechnical aspects of these types of projects and will provide the City with valuable assistance in these categories as well. 1.1 Project Approach Our approach is fairly straight forward and follows the MassDOT’s six step project review and approval process as described in their Project Development and Design Guide (PDDG), which includes the following: ■ Project Development ■ Survey and Base Plan ■ Preliminary Design (25% Submission) TECHNICAL RESPONSE Proposal for Hatfield and North King Street Intersection Improvements 1-3 ■ 75% Submission ■ 100% Final Design ■ Final PS & Engineering Submission Given that this is the MassDOT template so to speak, we suggest that the City allocate a sufficient amount of time for discussion at the onset of the project to fully develop the core concepts and to generate the basis for the intersection improvements. We understand the goals of the City are to provide safe and efficient access to the King Street corridor and downtown district, enabling the City’s traffic calming initiatives, and promoting the pedestrian and bicycle friendly accommodations described in the City’s Transportation Plan. We must stress that our proposed scope of work is based on our understanding of the City’s concept presented in the Request for Proposals, without the benefit of formal discussions with City officials. We recognize that the City will guide the design process and quite likely lead to project input, ideas and concepts that will alter the scope that follows. Similarly, our proposed engineering/permitting budget is based on our detailed scope of work. We envision that negotiations and revisions of the proposed scope and budget will initiate the project and lead to the development of final design package that is acceptable to the City, abutters, business, and Tighe & Bond, Inc. Below is further discussion on each of the above identified steps of the process. 1.1.1 Project Development Based on our past experience with similar projects, especially modern roundabout conversions from unsignalized intersections, we also recommend that the City consider assembling a “stakeholders group” to act in an advisory role to the City during the project’s progression, and at a minimum in the beginning/planning stages of the project. This “stakeholders group” could be made up of City Officials such as the Mayor, City Engineer, DPW Director, Planning Director, and member(s) of the City Council, and this stakeholders group should include business owners that will be directly impacted by the proposed project. One of our tasks on the project will be to assist the City with management of this stakeholders group to ensure that the direction or project concepts are in-line with, and generally acceptable to MassDOT. Our working knowledge of MassDOT and the MassDOT process for these types of projects, especially District 2, will be most helpful in gaining for the project approval. Balancing the disruption to North King Street corridor during the project construction while meeting the criteria of MassDOT will be a challenge for the selected consultant and we are willing and able to take on that challenge. Tighe & Bond encourages a “kick off” meeting at the onset of the project with all the stakeholders to make sure that the project gets started off on the “right foot”. Following the kick off meeting, a base plan will be developed using the stakeholder input, MassDOT and Federal Highway Administration guidance, and Northampton Transportation Planning Policies to develope the project concepts to be used in working sessions with the City. The project team will conduct a site visit to undertake a fairly detailed preliminary survey of the project area. Several concepts will be presented to the City for review once the initial site inspection and kick off meeting have concluded. It is our understanding that the City would like to select 2 or 3 concepts to present at a public information forum for public input. We think that this a very wise decision to advancing a project such as this that involves so many stakeholders. A preliminary opinion of probable project cost will be developed for the preferred concept(s). "The suitability of roundabouts and mini- roundabouts will be evaluated during the preliminary engineering analysis for all intersections being considered for significant reconstruction, realignment, signalization, and four-way stops. Roundabouts are the favored intersection treatment for safety, efficiency, and environmental reasons, when appropriate." The City of Northampton Transportation Policies TECHNICAL RESPONSE Proposal for Hatfield and North King Street Intersection Improvements 1-4 During the initial stages of the project development we will identify the need for design waivers, if any, that may be required. Although we do not anticipate any design waivers at this point based on our knowledge of the project, the potential for design waiver(s) will be reviewed. As part of the initial stages of the project development, pedestrian and bicycle accommodations will be identified and documented as that department within MassDOT will clearly way in on the project reviews. All MassDOT funded projects undergo an environmental review process during the initial project development stage. MassDOT refers to the environmental review process as the Early Environmental Coordination, (EEC). Our project approach includes performing the EEC at the onset of the project. The EEC documentation will be submitted to MassDOT with the preliminary design submission, also known as the 25% design submission. Our initial project reviews will also look at the proposed project impact to park and preserved land/properties, commonly referred to as the Section 4(f) Evaluation. 1.1.2 Survey and Base Plan Within this phase of the project coordination with MassDOT on the design parameters is established. The coordination includes establishing such parameters as ground survey, review of survey controls, establishment of the project baseline/centerline with associated ties, quality standards of the survey and the associated schedules. Our project team includes a local surveyor, Donald Frydryk of Sherman & Frydryk, professional land surveyor. Mr. Frydryk will coordinate the necessary surveys to develop the project base plans. A detailed field survey will be undertaken in accordance with the Massachusetts Highway Department (MASSDOT) standards. The field survey will include a complete topographic and Right of Way (ROW) survey of the project corridor including: ■ North King Street - Walmart entrance north approximately 2,500 feet to the River Valley Market ■ Hatfield Street - intersection with North King Street south approximately 1,600 feet to the intersection with Cook Avenue ■ North King Street/Hatfield Street Intersection Tighe & Bond will perform property ownership research to determine adjacent property owners and confirm existing street right-of way, as required by MassDOT. The plan data available through the City of Northampton Assessor’s Office will be used as an initial research guide. Field survey work will be required to locate existing property line monumentation locating the ROW and abutting lines of ownership within the project limits. Utilities will be contacted and requested to provide mapping information of underground utilities in the areas of concern. A request will be made to have the underground utilities marked in the field. During the site inspection, the utility locations will be verified. City mapping will also be consulted for verification of utilities, right of ways, and buildings. TECHNICAL RESPONSE Proposal for Hatfield and North King Street Intersection Improvements 1-5 Survey field control will be required to satisfy the MassDOT’s design requirements for the horizontal and vertical datums based on the NAD83 and NAVD 88 horizontal and vertical datums, respectively. Preparation of the base plan will be provided by Sherman & Frydryk and it will be in AutoCAD format. The base plans will be prepared in English units. The plan and profile will show the location and elevations of existing project features such as utilities, property lines, right-of-way, previous ground and soil surveys, establishing design parameters, as well as other pertinent project details. 1.1.3 Preliminary Design (25% Submission) The City of Northampton has not secured funding for this project, but has identified the CMAQ program as the likely source. This funding program is administered by the MassDOT and all project work will be required to comply with MassDOT Project Development and Design Guide (PDDG). The project initiation step for funding include the following: ■ Project Need Form ■ Project Information Form ■ District 2, then MassDOT PRC review All MassDOT funded projects must include the following components for submission at the 25% design level: ■ Environmental Coordination ■ Functional Design Report ■ Design Exception Report (if necessary) ■ 25% Highway Design Submission The Environmental Coordination includes several components, which are outlined below. There are several agencies, local, state and federal, that are notified of the project at this stage of the project. ■ Early Environmental Coordination – Early coordination with Local Commissions – NEPA/MEPA Determinations – Categorical Exclusions (CE) Checklist – Programmatic Section 4(f) Evaluation – Wetland Protection Act filings – Historical/Architectural Impacts (Section 106/Chapter 254) – Hazardous Materials Research/Review Massachusetts Environmental Policy Act - The submittal of an Environmental Notification Form (ENF) under the Massachusetts Environmental Policy Act (MEPA) is anticipated for this project as proposed work activities will likely exceed one or more review thresholds identified in the MEPA regulations. Tighe & Bond will prepare the ENF, submit it to the City for review, and then forward the package to the MEPA Unit in the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA), including distribution of the ENF to various State agencies listed in the MEPA regulations. We will attend the MEPA scoping session to present the project, answer questions, and provide any required additional information. TECHNICAL RESPONSE Proposal for Hatfield and North King Street Intersection Improvements 1-6 It is anticipated that the MEPA process will result in the issuance of a certificate by the EOEA indicating that an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) is not required and that agencies are free to issue permits for this project. A Functional Design Report is prepared that reviews the traffic related issues within the project area including but not limited to the following: ■ Evaluation of Existing Conditions ■ Analysis of Traffic Counts ■ Safety Analysis ■ MUTCD Signal Warrants (Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices) ■ Alternate intersection layout analysis including modern roundabout ■ Simulation of traffic pattern changes with alternate road configurations ■ Preliminary geotechnical reviews ■ Preliminary environmental reviews/assessment ■ Permitting complications ■ Presentation of the Proposed Project Geometrics A Design Exception Report is prepared for projects that cannot meet the MassDOT criteria as defined within the Functional Design Report. A Design Exception Report evaluates Federal Highway Administration (FHA) 13 controlling criteria and an incremental analysis is performed. It has not been determined if this project will need to prepare a Design Exception Report. The 25% Highway Design Submission includes assembly of the design basis of the project with development of selected concepts from the Project Development Phase. The following tasks and design elements are included with the 25% Highway Design Submission: ■ Utility Coordination/Documentation ■ Base Plans, Profiles and Typical Sections ■ Existing and Proposed Layout and Easements ■ 25% Level Design Plans – Preliminary Horizontal and Vertical Geometry – Pavement Design – Proposed Cross Sections – Construction Details – Lane Configurations – Traffic Signal Design – Preliminary Signs and Pavement Markings – Preliminary Traffic Management Plan (TMP) ■ 25% Design Checklist ■ Preliminary Right Of Way (ROW) ■ Preliminary Cost Estimate TECHNICAL RESPONSE Proposal for Hatfield and North King Street Intersection Improvements 1-7 Our project approach includes addressing each of these project components. The 25% Design Phase is a major portion of the overall project effort. With this in mind, we have included three meeting at this phase of the project, which are to include; a meeting with the City, a public neighborhood meeting and the MassDOT Public Design Hearing. Generally, pavement corings are conducted at this point of the project development. The pavement corings are conducted along the project route for the purpose of determining the existing pavement structure as well as the roadway base to determine the nature of the pavement reconstruction, i.e. milling and overlay, reclamation, full depth reconstruction. A pavement coring summary will be provided along with the other 25% design documentation. We recommend coordinating a meeting with MassDOT ROW Bureau to determine the specific needs for any type of easements or additional land acquisitions. Typically, if additional land interests are required, MassDOT wants to be aware of the need at the 25% design level so that the extent of the land acquisitions can be identified, and preparation of the land instruments can occur and be in-place at the PS&E stage of the project. Based on the city parcel mapping and the proposed construction activities, we anticipate the need for acquiring easements for the anticipated work, Sherman & Frydryk will be available to assist with document preparation for these land acquisitions. MassDOT will convene the Public Design Hearing after the 25% design submission to present the project to the public and receive comments from the public to incorporate into the project’s final design, if appropriate. Tighe & Bond, along with the City will be required to prepare the project presentation materials for the 25% design public hearing, and assist the MassDOT with the hearing. As mentioned earlier, Tighe & Bond recommends that the City allocate sufficient resources, (time and money) to adequately scope out the project during the 25% design phase. Once the 25% design phase is completed, the project moves from a “conceptual” phase in to a more traditional “technical” phase. As a point of information, MassDOT typically selects their Project Manager for the project out of the Boston Office once the 25% Highway Design Submission is made. The MassDOT Boston Office will manage the project review and approvals. A typical MassDOT schedule with clarification discussion is included in Section 1.1.8. 1.1.4 75% Submission In the 75% Submission phase of the project the majority of the technical design is completed and the project advances to the final approval stage. Local permitting agencies approvals are in hand as well as buy in from the affected Utilities. The following major components are included in the 75% Highway Design Submission: ■ Written Response to 25% Comments ■ Utility Coordination/Documentation ■ 25% Level Design Plans – Final Horizontal and Vertical Geometry – Pavement Design TECHNICAL RESPONSE Proposal for Hatfield and North King Street Intersection Improvements 1-8 – Typical Cross Sections – Proposed layout and Easements – Construction Plans – Grading and Tie Plans – Drainage System Details – Traffic Signal Design and Phasing – Pavement Markings and Signage – Traffic Management Plan (TMP) – Lighting Design – Landscaping Design – Erosion Control Plan ■ 75% Design Checklist ■ Draft Special Provisions ■ Detailed Cost Estimate A more detailed design of the project’s intersection improvements is included with the 75% Design Submission. The City has identified draft traffic control agreements. If, against the desires of the City, a traffic signal is proposed then a new Traffic Control Agreement (TCA) will be prepared. At this point in the project the design features are sufficiently solidified and detailed to develop an opinion of probable construction costs (OPCC) to determine if there are sufficient funds available to construct the entire project. If the OPCC exceed, or are less than the project funding, the City may decide to phase the project or develop alternate bid features. Our approach includes periodic project review meetings with the City and MassDOT. In addition, our approach includes scheduling and participating in environmental meetings with the local Conservation Commission, City and MassDOT to expedite the permitting review and approval process, if it becomes necessary. 1.1.5 100% Final Design The 100% Final Design brings the project design to completion. The project documents at this stage of the design incorporate review comments and input from a wide audience, including City Officials, stakeholders, public, MassDOT District 2 as well as several divisions within the MassDOT Boston Office, and environmental agencies. We fully expect to participate in a minimum of two review meetings with the City before the 100% Final Submission is made to MassDOT. The project quantities and detailed calculation sheets are provided at this level, as well as final specifications and final environmental permit approvals. Ideally, the project should have the necessary ROW approvals from the MassDOT ROW Bureau at this point, which is a necessary step to advance the project to the final PS&E stage. The 75% review comments are addressed in the 100% Final Design along with finalized plans, specifications, and an updated final construction cost estimate. The project will proceed through a quality control review at this stage of the project. TECHNICAL RESPONSE Proposal for Hatfield and North King Street Intersection Improvements 1-9 Design/construction cost review meetings will be coordinated with the City, stakeholders and MassDOT to review the final documents. 1.1.6 Final PS & Engineering Submission At this point in the project the technical details have been identified and final comments from the City and MassDOT are addressed. The final documents are assembled, stamped and copied for MassDOT. The project is now “bid ready”. The project documents including plans, specifications, final quantity detail sheets and final construction estimate are provided to MassDOT to prepare the project for the bidding phase. Final Project documents are typically provided to MassDOT in both hard copy and electronic format for reproduction purposes. MassDOT coordinates the project advertisement, bidding and award at this point in the project progression. 1.1.7 Meetings/Workshops Workshop Meetings Tighe & Bond will conduct workshops with key members of the project team, City officials, and project stakeholders. The workshop approach will allow in-depth discussions so that concerns and ideas on the roadway changes and impact to adjacent facilities can be communicated and discussed in an effective manner. The first workshop will be a project kick-off meeting so that critical design issues and scheduling can be discussed. A second workshop will be held to review project development information and to present the preferred roadway improvements. We envision a third workshop prior to the 75% plan submission and will allow ample opportunity for the public to review the project, comment on design details, discuss the merits of project changes and review right of way concerns, if any, just prior to the critical 75% design package submission to MassDOT. MassDOT Meetings Tighe & Bond will also attend one meeting with MassDOT personnel during the 25% design process. This initial meeting will solicit preliminary design input from MASSDOT personnel. Following approval of the 25% design submittal, MassDOT will hold a public design hearing to present the project and solicit public comments on the plans. The hearing will be administered by the MassDOT with Tighe & Bond in attendance to present the project, describe the work, and provide technical assistance with questions regarding the development of the project. We will prepare the advertisement, project description, and supplemental documentation for the public hearing. MassDOT typically advertises the hearing and provides professional stenographer services for a record of the meeting. Tighe & Bond will also attend a meeting with MassDOT personnel during the final design process. This meeting is anticipated after the 25% design submittal so that all MASSDOT design suggestions can be reviewed and understood prior to the submission of a 75% design package. Progress Meetings Tighe & Bond will meet with City officials to apprise them of project status, discuss current work efforts, and review upcoming design activities. The meetings under these tasks are considered requisite components of the design development process and are further described under the respective tasks. 1.2 Schedule We have provided a draft schedule for the project in Appendix A. The schedule is prepared in Microsoft Project, utilizing the MassDOT Project Template. MassDOT divides the schedule into three primary categories: Design, Environmental Permitting and Right of Way (ROW). Each of these three categories is further divided into multiple tasks that area assigned specific periods of time. Certain milestones are indicated such as Notice to Proceed (NTP), 25%, 75%, 100% and PS&E submissions, environmental TECHNICAL RESPONSE Proposal for Hatfield and North King Street Intersection Improvements 1-10 clearance and ROW certificate. The schedule as presented indicates an anticipated April 11, 2011 start date for design services and a MassDOT construction start date in spring 2013. The schedule currently allows a substantial amount of time for the development of the project and the 25% design, which is a critical success factor for this project. MassDOT typically requires a project on the TIP to be “bid ready”, with all the necessary design approvals, environmental clearances and ROW certificate by September 30th preceding the year anticipated, or fiscal year earmarked for construction. The schedule as present is draft and certainly subject to debate and discussion, but it represents typical review periods for the various agencies. This project is an important project for Northampton’s business community and consequently the economic health of the community. Careful consideration needs to be allotted to the preparation of the project. Another very important consideration is the timing of the construction funding on the Regional TIP as approved by the regional Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO). Currently, the project is not on the TIP schedule and has yet to be designated. Generally the MPO waits until a community commits to the projects. Typically, an MPO defines a community’s commitment by initiating design. Northampton is taking the first major step by retaining a Design Team, which should be a trigger to gaining MPO support for the project. PROJECT TEAM Proposal for Hatfield and North King Street Intersection Improvements 2-1 Section 2 Project Team 2.1 Project Personnel The firm’s key project team members are identified in the table below. To streamline the review of professional experience, the matrix below that identifies the team members by name, notes the number of years of professional experience, comments on professional registration and then numerically identifies the number of road projects that each person has been involved with. Table 2-1 Professional Experience Matrix Name Project Role Total Professional Experience MA Registration Numbers Number of Relevant Projects Robert Peirent, P.E. Principal-in-Charge 27 #36038 >10 David L. Loring, P.E. Project Manager 25 #39818 >20 Joseph C. Balskus, P.E., P.T.O.E. Roundabout Advisor/Lead Traffic Engineer 22 --- >20 Mark F. Sullivan Cost Estimator / Resident Engineer 20 --- >20 Paul M. Furgal, P.E. Traffic Engineer 12 #47532 >20 Eric C. Wong, P.E., Traffic Engineer/Modeler 4 -- >3 Peter A. Wozniak, P.E., CP, CGP, CPF Electrical Engineer 42 #30817 >10 Jeremy J. Cigal, P.E. Design / Construction Services 6 --- >10 Tracy J. Adamski, AICP Environmental Planner 16 --- >5 2.2 Key Personnel Highlights Complete resumes of all staff members identified in the Professional Experience Matrix are found at the end of this section. Some highlights are provided in the paragraphs that follow. Robert Peirent, P.E., Principal-in-Charge – Bob is senior vice president and principal on assignments covering a variety of disciplines, with a primary focus on civil engineering projects. Utilizing technical, analytical, and engineering expertise, he has developed innovative and resourceful solutions to complex engineering challenges for municipal, state, commercial, private and international clients. As Principal-In- Charge, Bob will be responsible for making sure that Tighe & Bond allocates all resources necessary to successfully complete Northampton’s Hatfield/North King Street Intersection Improvement project. PROJECT TEAM Proposal for Hatfield and North King Street Intersection Improvements 2-2 Northampton Experience - David Loring ■ Bridge Street/North Maple Street Intersection Signalization Project ■ Village Hill/Route 66/Intersection Signalization Project ■ Carlon Drive Commercial Subdivision ■ Carlon Drive Medical Building ■ Coachlight Condominiums Sewer Pump Station ■ College Church Parking Lot ■ Downtown Northampton Bikepath Link ■ Florence Savings Bank Expansion ■ Hampton Drive Rehabilitation Project Northampton Fire Station ■ Manhan Rail Trail ■ Smith College Engineering Building ■The Plantation at West Farms David L. Loring, P.E., LEED AP, Project Manager - Dave offers extensive experience in a broad range of civil engineering disciplines including transportation improvements. David routinely designs and manages all phases of projects including: preparing project schedules, developing cost estimates, assisting with funding source applications, writing technical specifications, expediting permits, presenting public testimony, and providing bidding and construction phase services. His extensive, relevant experience includes numerous roadway improvements projects Tighe & Bond has worked on for the City of North Adams; MassDOT funded projects in Easthampton, Northampton, Southwick, and Westfield; and the $9 million roadway reconstruction of Parker Street in Springfield, MA. Dave will be responsible for making sure our deliverables are provided to Northampton on time and within budget. Joseph C. Balskus, P.E., P.T.O.E. – Joe is Tighe & Bond’s roundabout expert, as he has been involved with the study, design and construction of a half dozen roundabouts in Connecticut and Massachusetts. He has presented papers at National and Local ITE meetings, most recently the Northeastern Roundabout Peer Exchange in July 2010 in Connecticut, sponsored by FHWA (http://safety.fhwa.dot.gov/intersection/roundabouts/presentations/oneusrpe/). He also serves on the ITE National Roundabout Task Force and has been instrumental to mainstreaming modern roundabouts in New England. He also has a broad background in the technical design and management of transportation projects, including preparation of traffic and environmental impact studies, corridor studies, access management plans, traffic engineering, traffic calming, traffic signal design, intersection and roadway design, intelligent transportation systems, parking studies, parking garage layout, site development and permitting, and construction services. He has managed simple intersection projects as well as the design and construction of single lane rural and urban modern roundabouts in Connecticut and the study of multilane roundabouts. He conducted public hearings for traffic studies, led site design efforts for large development projects, and managed complex intelligence transportation systems projects for State Departments of Transportation. His expertise and communication skills will prove invaluable to during the public outreach phase of the work as the City strives to gain stakeholder participation and buy-in for the project. Paul M. Furgal, P.E. – Paul has experience in many aspects of civil engineering, contributing to transportation, traffic signal design, traffic impact studies, utility design and construction administration projects for public and private clients. Prior to joining Tighe & Bond, Paul designed a traffic signal priority control system for the Brockton Area Transit Authority in Brockton. He is currently designing roadway improvements including roadway resurfacing, drainage modifications, sign and pavement marking layout, and traffic signal layout along Pleasant Street from Appleton Street to Northampton Street in Holyoke, MA. In addition, Paul is currently designing a 2,000 linear foot public roadway to connect Western Avenue with Russell Road for Westfield State College in Westfield, MA. He will provide traffic engineering services for the intersection project in Northampton. Mark Sullivan - Mark specializes in roadway design and has served as design and resident engineer on a variety of large projects spanning civil, water and wastewater disciplines. His extensive field experience PROJECT TEAM Proposal for Hatfield and North King Street Intersection Improvements 2-3 enables him to develop practical solutions to numerous engineering design challenges. Mark has successfully prepared multiple Project Information Forms and Project Needs Forms for North Adams, MA to comply with MassDOT design process. He customarily prepares the project cost estimates and is very familiar with MassDOT’s quantity detail estimate system and item nomenclature. He will play a key role in the successful implementation of this project. Eric C. Wong, P.E. – Eric is Tighe & Bond’s expert traffic modeler, providing transportation modeling on numerous projects using numerous modeling tools such as HCM, Synchro and the sophisticated and powerful VISSIM software. These tools have been used to design intersections for modern roundabouts and to evaluate them for future conditions. In addition, these have been used to showcase the simulation of the modern roundabout operations for public presentations. Eric has led the effort to develop the software for various projects and apply the software for each project need. He also has experience in the design of roadway projects and traffic signal systems. His modeling expertise will provide the project team with a significant traffic analysis asset. Peter Wozniak, P.E., CP, CGP, CPF - Peter is an electrical engineer who specializes in power distribution and electrical system designs for all types of facilities and utility distribution systems. He is responsible for the design and specification of power, lighting, fire detection, intrusion and access control, public address existing telephone and instrumentation systems. Peter has recently designed streetscape lighting projects in Turners Falls and Southbridge, MA and has also designed parking lot lighting improvements at Holyoke Community College in Holyoke, MA. He is available to evaluate and design street lighting associated with the intersection improvements in Northampton. Jeremy J. Cigal, P.E. - Jeremy works primarily on roadway design projects including pavement rehabilitation, streetscape improvements, multimodal walkways, and road reconstruction with utility replacement. Jeremy has worked on numerous MassDOT projects preparing early environmental coordination documents, functional design reports, design exception reports, project cost estimates, special provisions, and design plans. He also has considerable construction observation experience dealing with contractors in the field as well as reviewing project submittals for conformity with contract requirements and is available to provide engineering and field support services for the Northampton project. Tracy Adamski, AICP – Tracy offers a broad range of expertise in regulatory compliance, environmental permitting, land use planning, grant writing, and public outreach. She has employed her in-depth knowledge of local, state, and federal environmental and land use laws and regulations to successfully permit projects ranging in size and complexity from renewable energy power generation facilities to resource area enhancements to municipal infrastructure improvements to major office and retail projects. Tracy’s strengths include team coordination, regulatory analysis and multi-agency permitting. She will lend her talents to the Northampton project team to enhance awareness of local public concern. 2.3 Subcontractors NE Roundabouts. Howard McCulloch, Howard has been NYSDOT’s Roundabout Design Specialist since 1999. Since then, Howard has been involved with almost every roundabout project in New York State. His participation in these projects ranges from preliminary comments regarding a proposed roundabout site’s feasibility to final design plan development and review. Howard is responsible for roundabout overviews and roundabout design presentations throughout New York State. He has recently worked on New York State roundabout projects in Buffalo, Kingston, North Castle, Johnson City, North Haven, Ticonderoga, Voorheesville, Latham, Lake Placid, Malta, Rome, and Liberty. Sherman & Frydryk, Land Surveying and Engineering. Tighe & Bond will be using Sherman & Frydryk Land Surveying on the Northampton project for all of our ground and property survey needs. Donald Frydryk, professional land surveyor, and principal of Sherman & Frydryk in Palmer, Massachusetts has provided survey services on a number of projects with Tighe & Bond. Most recently, Don conducted the PROJECT TEAM Proposal for Hatfield and North King Street Intersection Improvements 2-4 detailed Right-of-Way survey services for the three mile MassDOT funded Downtown Streetscape Improvements project in North Adams, Massachusetts, which is currently on schedule for construction completion in the summer of 2011. Don also prepared all of the Right-of-Way takings, permanent and temporary easements for the Downtown Streetscape Improvements project that met all of the requirements for MassDOT’s Right-of-Way Division. OFFICE AND STAFF PLANNING Proposal for Hatfield and North King Street Intersection Improvements 3-1 Section 3 Office and Staff Planning Tighe & Bond’s staffing plan for the Intersection Improvements at Hatfield and North King Street in Northampton is described below and follows the staff listed within the organizational chart included in Section 2. With the exception of Joseph Balskus, all Tighe & Bond staff members designated to work on this project reside in our Westfield office. Our current backlog is such that these staff members can be made readily available to work on this project. We are prepared to stand by this commitment to the City of Northampton. Support staff such as clerical, drafting, permitting specialists, and field technicians have not been listed, but are readily available to work on this project. In addition to the staff listed, Tighe & Bond has over 200 employees and, in the event we need additional resources, we have the flexibility to add staff as the project dictates. As stated in the previous paragraph, we are committed to this project. Tighe & Bond ■ Robert Peirent, P.E., Principal ■ David L. Loring, P.E., LEED AP, Project Manager ■ Joseph C. Balskus, P.E., PTOE, Director of Transportation ■ Mark F. Sullivan, Design/Cost Estimation ■ Jeremy J. Cigal, Design/Cost Estimation ■ Paul M. Furgal, P.E., Traffic Signal Design ■ Eric C. Wong, P.E., Traffic Analysis/Modeling ■ Peter A. Wozniak, P.E., Electrical/Lighting Design ■ Tracy J. Adamski, AICP, Environmental Planning/Permitting Sherman & Frydryk, Land Surveying and Engineering ■ Donald Frydryk, PE, PLS – Topographic/Planimetric Surveys, Base Plan Development and Property Line Record Development NE Roundabouts ■ Howard McCulloch, Howard has been NYSDOT’s Roundabout Design Specialist since 1999. Since then, Howard has been involved with almost every roundabout project in New York State. His participation in these projects ranges from preliminary comments regarding a proposed roundabout site’s feasibility to final design plan development and review. Howard is responsible for roundabout overviews and roundabout design presentations throughout New York State. He has recently worked on New York State roundabout projects in Buffalo, Kingston, North Castle, Johnson City, North Haven, Ticonderoga, Voorheesville, Latham, Lake Placid, Malta, Rome, and Liberty. New York has 7 roundabouts operating, 4 to be built in 2003 and 14 more presently scheduled for 2004. CITY OF NORTHAMPTONPROJECT STAKEHOLDERSTighe&BondPROJECT MANAGEMENTRobert Peirent, P.E.Principal in ChargeDavid L. Loring, P.E., LEED APProject ManagerDaniel F. Valentine, EITField DataTRANSPORTATION / TRAFFIC ENGINEERINGJoseph C. Balskus, P.E., PTOEPrincipal Traffic EngineerPUBLIC OUTREACHCity of NorthamptonDATA COLLECTION/ SURVEYENGINEERING SUPPORT SERVICESChristopher D. Haker, P.E.Geotechnical EngineeringSherman & Frydryk, Land Surveying and EngineeringSurveyPaul M. Furgal, P.E.Traffic Engineer / Traffic Signal DesignEric C. Wong, P.E.Traffic Engineer-Analysis/ModelingJeremy. Cigal, P.E.David L. Loring, P.E., LEED APJoseph C. Balskus, P.E., PTOETracy J. Adamski, AICPOutreach SupportShawn Shepard, P.E.Graphics / RenderingsTracy Adamski, AICPEnvironmental ServicesMark SullivanCost Estimator/Resident EngineerPeter A. Wozniak, P.E.Design / Construction ServicesElectrical EngineerROUNDABOUT SUPPORTHoward McCullochHoward McCullochNE RoundaboutsRoundabout Advisor ROBERT PEIRENT, P.E. Senior Vice President J:\N\N0890 NORTHAMPTON\PROP\RESUMES\RP TRANPORTATION.DOC-2/2/04 Robert Peirent offers both municipal and private clients 26 years of broad-based experience in civil engineering and senior management oversight. Throughout his career, he has focused on engineering support to municipalities on infrastructure including water, wastewater, solid waste, dams, drainage and road reconstruction assignments. His diverse experience encompasses all technical and managerial phases of project development including planning, design, and construction supervision. Professional Experience: Transportation  Principal in Charge of transportation planning and engineering services for the study of the South Street corridor in Bristol, CT. Oversaw development of an extensive traffic model for the corridor using Synchro professional software to model the existing conditions. The study involved a series of public meetings to develop consensus on the improvements to be provided.  Since 2003, has worked with the Town of Canton and served as its technical advisor and agent relative to a significant, cluster type residential development to ensure compliance with the approved project plans. Reviewed the roadway, sidewalk, drainage and other common area improvements for the Oxbow Ridge Development.  Principal in Charge of our on-call engineering services contract with the City of New Britain. Recent assignment included traffic control signal design services for replacement of traffic signals at various intersections in the City.  Principal in Charge of comprehensive traffic control signal and traffic signal system design services to the Town of Glastonbury for the Main Street Traffic Signal System Project. The scope of the project includes the complete replacement of 6 signalized intersections with new traffic signal equipment and the development of a new closed loop traffic signal system.  Principal in Charge of a detailed traffic study for the Town of East Longmeadow, MA encompassing the 5 intersections along the 2 mile Route 83 corridor. Provisions for future improvements were provided to expand the signal control scheme to a full closed loop system to further increase the capacity of the corridor.  Senior project manager for several streetscape projects including the Otis Village Center, Pittsfield Central Block, and Williamstown Spring Street projects funded through a combination of DHCD, PWED, and MaHWD grant programs. Project manager and designer of handicapped access ramp project funded through DHCD for Winchendon, MA. Education and Certifications  Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering, University of Massachusetts Lowell  Master of Science, Civil Engineering, University of Massachusetts Lowell Professional Affiliations  American Society of Civil Engineers  New England Water Works Association  Connecticut Section of AWWA  New England Water Environment Association DAVID L. LORING, P.E., LEED AP Senior Project Manager / Associate J:\02\RESUME\DLL.DOC-2/28/11 David Loring offers extensive experience in a broad range of civil engineering disciplines including sanitary sewer collection, site development, stormwater management, transportation, and water supply and distribution. David routinely designs and manages all phases of projects including: preparing project schedules, developing cost estimates, assisting with funding source applications, writing technical specifications, expediting permits, presenting public testimony, and providing bidding and construction phase services. Professional Experience Transportation  Project manager for the $9 million roadway reconstruction of Parker Street in Springfield, MA. Project included replacement of water mains, storm drainage collection system and storm water outfall, replacement of CSX Railroad bridge and track realignment, three fully actuated signalized intersections, and additional travel lane construction.  Project manager for several FHWA ARRA funded roadway rehabilitation projects including one of the first to be constructed under the ARRA program; Pleasant Street in Hatfield, MA. In the City of North Adams, working cooperatively with the MassDOT, 12,000 feet of roadway were designed, permitted, and available for bidding within 75 days to secure the funding.  Project manager for the Department of Public Works Chapter 90 Roadway Improvement Program for the years 1999 through 2005, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) 2009 Downtown Streetscape Improvements Project, and the FHWA ARRA funded rehabilitation of 12,000 feet of road completed for bidding in 75 days.  Project manager for several transportation improvement projects in Easthampton, MA funded and constructed by the MassDOT Highway Division totaling over $3 million including the Union Street/Cottage Street Intersection Signalization Improvements, Main Street and Old Holyoke Road Rehabilitation projects, and the Manhan Rail Trail extension Project.  Project manager for transportation improvement projects in Westfield, MA funded through a MassDOT PWED Grant and Chapter 90 funding totaling over $1.5 million including: - Summit Lock Road Improvement Project involving 5,000 linear feet of roadway improvement, water main installation, and storm drainage improvements - Summit Lock Road / Falcon Drive / Route 10/202 Intersection Signalization project requiring roadway widening, addition of new turning lanes, and construction of fully actuated signalized intersection  Project manager for the Powder Mill Road and South Longyard Road Reconstruction Project in Southwick, MA, including five miles of roadway improvements funded and constructed through the MassHighway Department. Project required approval by the Federal Highway Administration for several design waivers for existing roadway design speed and geometric alignment. Civil/Site Design  Project manager for The Village at Hospital Hill, a multi-use redevelopment project on the 124- acre former Northampton State Hospital in Northampton, MA. Responsible for design, permitting, and construction administration of new roads, water mains, sanitary sewers, storm drainage facilities, electrical distribution, communication conduits, and traffic control signals.  Project manager for the Belchertown EDIC Cold Springs Business and Technology Park Phase I and Parcel D developments. Responsible for the design and permitting of the roadway, water DAVID L. LORING, P.E., LEED AP Senior Project Manager / Associate J:\02\RESUME\DLL.DOC-2/28/11 main, sanitary sewer, and storm drainage to support redevelopment of the 165-acre former Belchertown State School in Belchertown, MA.  Project Manager for civil-site engineering for the Dr. Seuss National Memorial Sculpture Garden at the Springfield Museums, Springfield, Mass. Responsible for design of site walks, access drives, utility relocations, and storm water improvements for the placement of bronze character sculptures.  Project manager for the FEMA 44 CRF 65.10 certification of the Westfield River Levee System for Westfield, MA and the Norwalk LPP Levee on the Norwalk River in Norwalk, CT. Municipal Infrastructure  Managed the $6 million CY 2002 Water System Improvements Project for the Groton, MA Water Department. Responsible for design, bidding, construction administration, and permitting of 25,000 feet of new and replacement water mains, 1 MG water storage tank, 600 gpm iron and manganese filtration plant, and an underground booster pump station.  Managed multiple infrastructure projects in Ware, MA totaling over $3.3 million including: - Downtown Ware Improvements Project, Phase II (PWED Grant) - Lagoon Drive Drainage Rehabilitation (Chapter 90 Funding) - Monson Turnpike Reconstruction (Town Appropriation) - Pulaski Street Reconstruction (CDBG/Town Appropriation)  Managed for the design, permitting, bidding, and construction administration of 6,000 linear feet of new and replacement sewers for the Railroad Sewer Interceptor in Easthampton, MA  Project manager for the bidding and construction phase services for 21,000 linear feet of new and replacement water mains in East Longmeadow and Southwick, MA.  Project manager for over thirty infrastructure improvement projects funded through the Department of Housing and Community Development CDBG program in the communities of Chester, Easthampton, Greenfield, Middlefield, North Adams, Palmer, Taunton, Ware, and Winchendon. Assisted the communities from grant development through construction closeout to implement over $15 million in water, sewer, storm drainage, roadway and sidewalk improvements. Education and Certifications  Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering, Western New England College  Licensed Construction Supervisor/Title V System Inspector/Soil Evaluator  Baystate Roads Scholar  Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Accredited Professional (LEED AP) Professional Affiliations  American Public Works Association  American Society Civil Engineers  American Water Works Association  Institute of Transportation Engineers  Massachusetts Highway Association  Massachusetts Tri-County Highway Superintendents Association JOSEPH C. BALSKUS, P.E., PTOE Director of Traffic and Parking J:\02\RESUME\JCB.DOC-4/17/07 Joseph Balskus has a broad background in the technical design and management of transportation and site development projects, including preparation of traffic and environmental impact studies, corridor studies, access management plans, traffic engineering, traffic calming, traffic signal design, intersection and roadway design, intelligent transportation systems, parking studies, parking garage layout, site development and permitting, and construction services. He has managed simple intersection projects, conducted public hearings for traffic studies, led site design efforts for large development projects, and managed complex intelligent transportation systems projects for State Departments of Transportation. His expertise and communication skills make him an invaluable asset to public outreach efforts and a reliable source of expert testimony. Professional Experience Traffic Engineering and Design Completed intersection studies and design and observed construction for over 200 unsignalized and signalized intersections in Rhode Island, Connecticut, and Massachusetts. Designed signal systems for projects ranging from isolated intersections to closed loop and urban traffic control systems in Connecticut. Prepared construction traffic management plans for several development projects at Yale University in New Haven, CT. Parking Prepared campus-wide construction parking study for Yale University in New Haven, CT. Developed parking structure functional design for Metro Center II in Stamford, CT. Managed extensive parking study for Downtown Redevelopment project in Torrington, CT. Conducted master plan parking study for St. Vincent’s Hospital Master Plan in Bridgeport, CT. Traffic Calming and Roundabouts Conducted initial investigation and evaluation of traffic, handled public outreach, developed and implemented recommendations and supervised construction of traffic calming measures for several municipal and private clients including Providence, RI, Greenwich, CT (Phase I and II), Farmington, CT, and the East Hartford, CT campus of Pratt & Whitney Aircraft. Served as lead engineer for traffic calming plans in New Canaan and Stamford, CT. Evaluated, analyzed and designed modern roundabouts for several locations in New Haven and Danbury, CT. Traffic Impact Studies Evaluated existing conditions, analyzed traffic volume generation and recommended improvements for retail and commercial developments, schools, and regional agencies including Royal Bank of Scotland - Stamford, Yale New Haven Hospital Cancer Center – New Haven, and The Reserve – Danbury, and New Milford Retail Development - US Route 7 in New Milford. Developed traffic management plans for numerous construction projects on Yale University Campus, New Haven as well as for Royal Bank of Scotland, Stamford. JOSEPH C. BALSKUS, P.E., PTOE Director of Traffic and Parking J:\02\RESUME\JCB.DOC-4/17/07 Prepared special event transportation planning for the Stadium at Rentschler Field in East Hartford, CT. Transportation Management and Public Outreach Managed numerous transportation projects, from isolated traffic signal installations to signal systems to intelligent transportation systems to traffic calming projects. Provided expert testimony at public hearings at local and state levels. Presented plans and analyses at public meetings. Prepared transportation analyses for corridor projects including Route 72 Bristol/Plainville, US Route Norwalk/Wilton 7, US Route 7 Brookfield/New Milford, Interstate 84 widening in Cheshire/Southington, and Interstate 95 commuter shoulder/ramp metering project for the Connecticut Department of Transportation. Land Development Designed and managed land development projects for hospital, retail, and institutional clients including retail drug stores, automotive parts stores, cancer centers, and subsidized housing developments. Projects included overall permitting, site design, layout, drainage, permitting, floodplain management, and utility infrastructure. Education and Certifications Bachelor of Science, Engineering Technology, Central Connecticut State University Various Transportation Seminars: Traffic Calming, Traffic Signal Design, Traffic Signal Operation, At-Grade Signalized Railroad Crossings, Transportation Project Management, Intelligent Transportation Systems Professional Affiliations and Awards Director, New England Section of Institute of Transportation Engineers (NEITE) Past President, Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) Connecticut Chapter Vice President, Intelligent Transportation Society (ITS) Connecticut Chapter Continuing Education Committee Chairman, New England Institute of Transportation Engineers Associate Member, Institute of Transportation Engineers Member, American Society of Civil Engineers, American Public Works Association Member, International Municipal Signal Association Outstanding Alumnus of Year, Central Connecticut State University Outstanding Project of Year, ITS-CT Chapter Outstanding Service to Chapter Award, ITE CT Chapter President’s Annual Meeting Award, ITS-CT Chapter TRACY J. ADAMSKI, AICP Senior Planner J:\02\RESUME\TJA.DOC-3/3/11 Tracy Adamski offers a broad range of planning expertise in regulatory compliance, environmental permitting, land use planning, grant writing, and public outreach. She has employed her in-depth knowledge of local, state, and federal environmental and land use laws and regulations to successfully permit a broad range of complex projects, including renewable energy power generation facilities, electric utility infrastructure, resource area enhancements, municipal infrastructure improvements, and major office and retail development. Her experience includes land use planning, by-law development, energy resource permitting, Brownfields redevelopment, wetlands and environmental resource permitting, stormwater planning and permitting, solid waste permitting, and infrastructure planning. Tracy’s strengths include team coordination, project management and communication, regulatory analysis, and multi-agency permitting. Professional Experience Energy and Resource Conservation Extensive Massachusetts Environmental Policy Act (MEPA) experience ranging from large scale commercial developments, to power generation and interconnection facilities, to municipal infrastructure expansions. Successfully permitted projects through the Environmental Notification Form and Environmental Impact Report review phases under MEPA for projects including a 50 megawatt biomass power plant in Russell, MA, five miles of new transmission line in Russell, Montgomery, and Westfield, MA and a new truck access route; expansion of sewer systems in several Massachusetts communities; commercial and mixed-use developments throughout Massachusetts. Permitted a 50 MW biomass power generation facility and five mile electric transmission line through the MA Department of Public Utilities and MA Energy Facilities Siting Board. Generated Petition, provided documentation through the evidentiary phase of the permit process for the Section 72, Zoning Exemption and EFSB filings including responses to information requests, expert witness testimony, and record request responses. Provided cooling water supply evaluation and permitting strategy in support of a 400 MW gas power plant project in Westfield, MA. Coordinated permitting effort under the Interbasin Transfer Act, and developed permitting documentation for MEPA, Wetlands Protection Act, Massachusetts Endangered Species Act and EFSB filings, Consulted on Energy Facilities Siting Board, MEPA, wetlands and rare species permitting for a new 115 kV transmission line and substation in Holyoke, MA. Directed and negotiated permitting under local, state, and federal wetlands, environmental laws and regulations in support of development, energy, and infrastructure projects. Work includes compliance with: Clean Water Act Section 404; Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act; Clean Water Act Section 401 Water Quality Certification; MA Wetlands Protection Act; MA Chapter 91 Waterways; National Pollutant Discharge and Elimination System (NPDES); MA Water Management Act; Massachusetts Historical Commission; local zoning and wetlands by-laws. Planning and Public Outreach Developed stormwater management programs for Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems (MS4) in compliance with USEPA NPDES requirements. Assisted communities in implementing TRACY J. ADAMSKI, AICP Senior Planner J:\02\RESUME\TJA.DOC-3/3/11 best management practices including: stormwater mapping, pollution prevention training, by- law development, and annual reporting. Developed Comprehensive Wastewater Management Plans, analyzing various wastewater treatment and disposal options and environmental, growth management and cost implications for Mattapoisett, Raynham, Agawam and Bourne, Massachusetts. Developed Comprehensive Master Plans and Visioning for West Springfield and Holliston, MA, and Open Space & Recreation Plans for Winchendon, West Springfield, and Holliston, MA. Facilitated public input through surveys and public forums. Advised local boards on planning issues, zoning changes, planning strategies, and funding sources for implementation of various goals including protection of community character and natural resources, expansion and improvements to infrastructure, and promotion of economic development. Drafted by-laws for resource protection, bike parking, mixed use developments, and stormwater management. Evaluated various wastewater treatment technologies suited for flow capacities between 10,000 and 100,000 gallons per day and appropriate for effluent groundwater recharge or reuse with stringent nitrogen limits. Conducted buildout analyses in Bourne, North Attleborough, Raynham, Sturbridge, and Worcester, MA utilizing GIS tools to project potential development for planning purposes. Developed Source Water Protection Plans and Wellhead Protection Plans for several communities including Huntington, Westfield, and Greenfield, MA, including meeting facilitation, land use and regulatory review, and recommendations for regulatory updates. Extensive successful grant writing experience, including Rural Development Funding, MassDEP State Revolving Funds, USEPA Brownfields Assessment Grants, MA Lakes and Ponds Grants, and MA Wellhead and Surface Water Supply Protection Grants. Assisted municipalities and regional planning agencies obtain millions of dollars of funding to support resource protection, Brownfield assessment and redevelopment, and clean water initiatives. Implemented a comprehensive community outreach program for Brownfield assessment in Holyoke, MA. Public outreach included informational meetings, press releases, a brochure, and a project-specific website. Coordinated with a Spanish translator to develop bilingual written materials and provide interpretation services as needed at the public meetings. Conducted water supply protection educational sessions in elementary schools in Cheshire and Leyden, MA. Designed public educational brochures related to water supply protection and conservation. Education and Certifications Bachelor of Science, Biology, Worcester Polytechnic Institute American Institute of Certified Planners 40-Hour OSHA HAZWOPER Training Professional Affiliations American Planning Association ERIC C. WONG, P.E. Project Engineer J:\N\N0890 NORTHAMPTON\PROP\RESUMES\ECW.DOC-2/23/11 Eric Wong has civil engineering experience in transportation and traffic engineering including study and design of modern roundabouts, traffic signal and roadway improvement designs, traffic calming, traffic impact and transportation planning studies, network operation analysis and transportation simulation and capacity analysis tools such as HCM, Synchro, Sidra, Rodel, and VISSIM. Professional Experience Transportation Modeling  Developed computer network models of downtown New Haven for Yale University and Yale-New Haven Hospital Campus in New Haven, CT, the south end of Stamford, CT, and the Mohegan Sun Resort in Montville, CT. Evaluated the regional traffic flow and impact as part of the proposed developments.  Performed corridor analyses using computer model for West Avenue in Norwalk, CT, US Route 7 in Norwalk, Wilton, and New Milford, CT, Route 34 in New Haven, CT, and Frontage Roads in downtown Stamford, CT.  Analyzed potential roundabout operations using advanced Sidra, Rodel and VISSIM simulation tools in Danbury, Trumbull, Stamford, and Montville, CT. Traffic Engineering and Design  Designed traffic control signals for roadway improvements including 13 traffic signals along Route 34 corridor in New Haven, CT as part of the Yale-New Haven Hospital Cancer Center project, nine intersections for the reconstruction of West Avenue in Norwalk, CT, and other traffic control signals in Stamford, New Britain, and Danbury, CT.  Developed and reviewed temporary traffic management plans to maintain normal traffic flow on busy city streets during construction for various construction projects, including Yale-New Haven Hospital Cancer Center and various Yale University projects in downtown New Haven, CT.  Designed new roundabouts at the Reserve in Danbury, CT and performed roundabout feasibility studies in Danbury, Montville, Norwalk, and East Lyme, CT. Traffic Impact Study  Evaluated existing conditions, analyzed traffic volume generation, and recommended improvements for retail and commercial developments, schools, and regional agencies throughout Connecticut including District 95/7 in Norwalk, St. Vincent’s Medical Center and Cancer Center in Bridgeport, Metro Green in Stamford, Danbury Hospital in Danbury, and New Residential Colleges for Yale University in New Haven.  Prepared traffic impact studies for the Connecticut Department of Transportation State Traffic Commission Certificate for developments including District 95/7 and i.Park redevelopment in Norwalk, CT, 2 Howe Street mixed-use development in New Haven, CT, and mixed-use and medical office developments in Trumbull, CT. Roadway  Developed construction drawings and cross sections for a roadway improvement project on Route 7 in Norwalk and Wilton, CT. ERIC C. WONG, P.E. Project Engineer J:\N\N0890 NORTHAMPTON\PROP\RESUMES\ECW.DOC-2/23/11  Designed off-site roadway improvement plans and performed cost analysis for a mixed-use development in Glastonbury, CT. Parking  Designed temporary parking lots for Turner Construction/Yale-New Haven Hospital and Dwight/Orchard parking lot improvement in New Haven, CT. Education and Certifications  Bachelor of Science, Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of Connecticut  Master of Science, Transportation and Urban Engineering, University of Connecticut Professional Affiliations  Institute of Transportation Engineers  American Society of Civil Engineers PAUL M. FURGAL, P.E. Project Engineer J:\02\RESUME\PMF.DOC-3/18/10 Paul Furgal has experience in many aspects of civil engineering, contributing to transportation, traffic signal design, traffic impact studies, utility design, and construction administration projects for public and private clients. Professional Experience Transportation  Providing traffic engineering services to Fitchburg, MA at multiple locations within downtown business district area. The project includes the assessment of traffic operations for future roadway and traffic signal improvements. It also includes the development of on-street parking improvements, pedestrian accessibility enhancements, coordination of traffic signal systems, compliance with ADA wheelchair ramp requirements and potential relocation of utilities.  Currently designing roadway improvements including roadway resurfacing, drainage modifications, sign and pavement marking layout, and traffic signal layout along Pleasant Street from Yale Street to Northampton Street in Holyoke, MA. Coordinated design with the City and the MassDOT.  Provided traffic engineering services to North Adams, MA at multiple signalized intersections within the downtown business district area. The project included the reconstruction of traffic signals, coordination of traffic signal systems, compliance with ADA wheelchair ramp requirements, and relocation of utilities. Provided traffic engineering design services that met both the City’s and MassDOT’s guidelines for operations and safety. The multiple locations were funded via a combination of High Priority Project (HPP), Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ), and Highway Safety Improvement Project (HSIP) funds  Prepared construction documents for the reconstruction of 13 signalized intersections within the downtown area of New Haven, CT. Prepared traffic signal plan layouts along North Frontage Road, South Frontage Road, and Legion Avenue as part of the Yale New Haven Hospital Cancer Center project. The project involved coordination with the New Haven Department of Traffic and Parking.  Prepared construction documents for multiple phases of roadway reconstruction and new roadways constructed at the former Northampton State Hospital in Northampton, MA. The new roadway construction included the installation of new water, sanitary sewer, storm drainage utilities, and traffic signal design for the proposed development.  Analyzed and prepared traffic signal plans for the “closed-loop” traffic signal system comprised of six intersections for the reconstruction of West Avenue in Norwalk, CT. Utilized modeling software to perform traffic analysis of the proposed coordinated system.  Provided design services to a private client funding design and construction of roadway widening and traffic signal improvements along Water Street in Wakefield, MA. Prepared construction plans, sign and pavement marking layout, and traffic signal layouts at four locations, and coordinated design efforts with the Town. Utilized modeling software to perform traffic analysis of existing and proposed coordinated systems.  Provided design services to a private client funding design and construction of roadway widening improvements in Walpole, MA. Prepared construction plans, sign and pavement marking layout, and traffic signal layout at four locations, and coordinated design and post- design with the Town and MassDOT. Utilized modeling software to perform traffic analysis of existing and proposed coordinated systems. PAUL M. FURGAL, P.E. Project Engineer J:\02\RESUME\PMF.DOC-3/18/10  Designed roadway improvements including sign and pavement marking layout, and traffic signal layout at Route 140 and Norfolk Street in Mansfield, MA. Coordinated design with the Town and MassDOT.  Prepared plans for several Central Artery (I-93)/Tunnels (I-90) contracts in Boston, MA, including horizontal and vertical alignment, cross sections, maintenance of traffic, signing, striping, and traffic signals to operate within the Boston Transportation Department’s computerized network.  Designed roadway-widening improvements to four signalized intersections in Vero Beach, FL, including construction layout, sign and pavement marking layout, and traffic signal layout. Coordinated project, located adjacent to waterways and canals, with local water/wetland district agency.  Performed post-design services for the roadway improvement of Hallandale Beach Boulevard in Hallandale Beach, FL, funded by the Florida Department of Transportation. Responsibilities included construction stage coordination with local and state agencies, contractors, and construction engineers.  Assisted in the preparation of the traffic, parking, pedestrian, bicycle, and transit studies for the Boston College Master Plan. Assisted in the assessment of the existing campus conditions and the impacts associated with the future development build out. The transportation study outlined the proposed impacts of each of the development scenarios. In addition, the transportation study proposed mitigation measures at deficient locations. Civil/Site  Provided design civil/site engineering services for the design of a 100-space parking lot and 300-foot-long roadway as part of the University of Massachusetts at Boston expansion project. Prepared construction plans showing proposed pavement structure layout as well as drainage improvements per standards outlined by the Boston Water Sewer Commission.  Provided civil/site engineering services for the Belchertown EDIC Cold Springs Business and Technology Park Parcel D in Belchertown, MA. Developed preliminary design plans for construction of roadway, water main, sanitary sewer, and storm drainage. Education and Certifications  Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering, Merrimack College  International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA)- Traffic Signal Technician Level II and Traffic Signal Inspector Professional Affiliations  American Society of Civil Engineers- Member  Institute of Transportation Engineers- Member  International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA)- Member JEREMY J. CIGAL, P.E. Project Engineer J:\02\RESUME\JJC.DOC-2/28/11 Jeremy Cigal has worked on a variety of projects related to wastewater, water resources, and solid waste management with his primary focus on roadway reconstruction and infrastructure improvements projects. His involvement in these projects includes evaluation of existing utilities and roadways, developing specifications and drawings, computer modeling, preparing project schedules and cost estimates, bidding administration and contract award, and providing construction administration and observation services. Professional Experience Civil/Site/Transportation  Provided design, permitting, specification development, bidding, construction administration, and construction observation services for the emergency repair of a culvert and roadway located in Southwick, MA. The project included environmental permitting with local, state, and federal agencies and bridge review by the MassDOT. The repairs included the demolition of the remaining failed culvert and retaining walls, control of flows from Great Brook, a 22-foot long by 11-foot wide extension of the remaining culvert, 20-foot tall retaining walls, slope stabilization, roadway reconstruction, and a new stormwater collection system.  Provided design, specification development, bidding, grant assistance, construction observation, and construction administration services for five Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) funded improvement projects in Winchendon, MA constructed in 2005, 2006, 2007, 2010, and 2011. Projects focused on roadway reconstruction and also included the construction or replacement of water, sanitary sewer, and drainage infrastructure, sidewalks, and curbing.  Prepared cost estimates and project specifications for the reconstruction of 13 streets in Westfield, MA including roadway reclamation and paving; curb and sidewalk replacement; water, sewer, and drainage improvements; intersection realignment; and a geometric improvements to an existing roundabout.  Provided design, bidding, and construction administration and observation services for three projects funded by DHCD and the MassDOT totaling $2.4 million involving roadway and utility improvements for 34 streets in North Adams, MA.  Construction observation services for more than 10 projects across Western Massachusetts involving roadway repair ranging from pavement reclamation, full depth reconstruction, cold plane milling, and hot mix asphalt overlays.  Developed 75%, 100%, and PS&E MassDOT design submissions including field survey to confirm existing conditions, project specifications, cost estimates, and design drawings for a multi-use walkway revitalization project along the first level canal in Holyoke, MA.  Developed 25%, 75%, 100%, and PS&E MassDOT design submissions including evaluation of existing pavement conditions, environmental permitting, early environmental coordination documentation, project specifications, cost estimates, pavement design, existing right-of-way review, and design drawings for a 1.4 mile roadway and sidewalk rehabilitation project in a National Historic District of Hatfield, MA.  Provided design, specification development, bidding, and construction administration services for two DHCD funded improvement projects in Palmer, MA. Projects included roadway reconstruction, temporary water mains, construction or replacement of water, sanitary sewer, and drainage infrastructure, sidewalks, and curbing. JEREMY J. CIGAL, P.E. Project Engineer J:\02\RESUME\JJC.DOC-2/28/11  Conducted a drainage study of a 270-acre mountainous area in Ware, MA to evaluate the stream flows during the 2, 10, 50, and 100-year storm events to four existing roadway culverts. Results from the drainage study were used to recommend improvements to existing culverts.  Conducted drainage modeling and on-site soil evaluation for a stormwater collection system proposed for the redevelopment of the former Northampton State Hospital in Northampton, MA. The 25-acre redevelopment project consisted of multiple collection and conveyance systems, two above ground detention ponds, one subsurface detention system, and three large subsurface infiltration/detention systems. Wastewater  Analyzed instantaneous flow data to determine possible inflow and infiltration sources to recommend removal of extraneous flow from sewer systems in Canton and Watertown, CT.  Provided design services for a combined sewer overflow (CSO) separation project in Palmer, MA. The project included approximately 10 miles of new sanitary sewer and storm drainage lines to eliminate CSO discharges to three rivers in Palmer.  Conducted and reviewed Title V observation holes and percolation tests for proposed soil absorption systems at multiple locations across Massachusetts. Proposed systems ranged from small residential/commercial developments to systems greater than 15,000 gallons per day.  Conducted field work and provided design and permitting services for the siting of a greywater system that utilizes composting toilets and drip irrigation to service a bath house located at a mountain camp in Russell, MA. The project required a variance request from both the local board of health and the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection. Water Resources  Designed and prepared construction specifications for two water main replacement projects in West Springfield, MA. Both projects included significant traffic control plans to minimize traffic impacts during construction. MassDOT permitting was required to repair the existing cement concrete pavement in Route 5.  Provided design, specification development, bidding, and construction administration services for a 5,600-foot water main replacement project to replace a water main dating back to the 1800’s in Taunton, MA.  Provided design, permitting, bidding, and construction administration services for a roadway and utility improvements project that included a proposed 8-inch ductile iron water main installed via a 100-foot horizontal directional drill underneath two active railroad tracks in Ware, MA. Education and Certifications  Bachelor of Science, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Northeastern University  Soil Evaluation Certification, Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection  Baystate Roads Scholar MARK F. SULLIVAN Graduate Engineer J:\02\RESUME\MFS.DOC-3/5/09 Mark Sullivan specializes in roadway and solid waste facility design. In addition, he has served as resident engineer on a variety of large projects spanning civil, water, and wastewater disciplines. His extensive field experience enables him to develop practical solutions to numerous engineering design challenges. Professional Experience Roadways Successfully prepared multiple Project Information Forms and Project Needs Forms for North Adams, MA to comply with the Massachusetts Highway Department (MHD) design process. The nontraditional MHD projects in an urban setting required PIF and PNF documents that justified these projects for federal funding. Prepared applications and provided supporting data to assist North Adams, MA to apply successfully for congestion mitigation and air quality funds to expand an existing federally funded project. Developed coordinated signal strategy for a series of five intersections in East Longmeadow, MA to increase capacity and reduce peak hour delays. Improvements were achieved with new signal control equipment and provide for future expansion to a full closed loop system. Developed conceptual realignment of the Route 2 & 7 interchange in the center of historic Williamstown, MA. Roundabout research findings were applied to the proposed layout of the hazardous intersection to improve traffic safety and capacity while eliminating the need for a traffic signal. Designed an upgrade to two signalized intersections in North Adams, MA on Route 2. The design incorporated as much of the existing equipment as possible while still upgrading the intersection to comply with current standards. Successfully prepared Design Exception Reports for submission to the MHD allowing Dalton and Southwick, MA to reconstruct streets that could not otherwise meet MHD minimum design standards. Provided in-depth review of traffic trends in Pelham, MA enabling construction of a much narrower and more appealing rural collector than typically called for by state design standards. Solid Waste Facilitated closure of the Erving Paper Mill’s (EPM) sludge landfill, which was under an Administrative Consent Order with Penalties (ACOP) from the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection. Through field changes and revisions, the closure schedule was extended to permit use of the EPM sludge as the required impermeable cap. Generated over $400,000 in additional revenue for North Adams, MA by proposing the use of construction and demolition debris to bring the E-Street Landfill to final grades. Significantly reduced construction and operational costs for a regional recycling facility in North Adams, MA by identifying an alternate location. This made the original site available for mining of gravel and sand to be used to close the city’s landfill. MARK F. SULLIVAN Graduate Engineer J:\02\RESUME\MFS.DOC-3/5/09 Wastewater Provided on-call services to Northeast Generation Service during two wastewater lagoon lining projects in Holyoke, MA. The lagoons were sited on top of a former landfill. The double liner project was complicated by limited project budget, tight schedule, and strict regulatory constraints. As lead resident engineer, managed staff of five and oversaw the total upgrade of the solids handling portion of a 90-mgd wastewater treatment facility completed while maintaining continuous operation. Provided full-time inspection services to meet an accelerated, around-the-clock, 7 days per week construction schedule for a $100 million sludge pelletizing facility in New York City’s South Bronx. Provided full-time inspection services for the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority on a facility with a court ordered completion date. Site work was performed during winter months to complete the project on time. Site/Civil Responsible for layout and coordination of underground private utilities, electric, telephone, cable TV and gas for a multi-use redevelopment project on a 124-acre site Northampton, MA. Provided on-site engineering and project management services for the emergency repair of a major collection sewer for Smith College in Northampton, MA. New sewer lines were installed using directional drilling to avoid disturbing numerous specimen trees, including a 350year old oak tree comprising Smith College’s “Living Museum”. Led the site/civil design component of a 15 mgd water treatment facility in Hamden, CT. The site design elements were successfully coordinated with four major design firms working simultaneously on the design of the facility. Demolition Represented the South Central Regional Water Authority during public hearings to facilitate a Hamden, CT Zoning Special Permit to permit on-site crushing of demolition debris, ultimately saving the Authority over $500,000 and eliminating thousands of truck trips off site. Education Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering, Worcester Polytechnic Institute Master of Science, Construction Project Management, Worcester Polytechnic Institute Professional Affiliations American Society of Civil Engineers Institute of Transportation Engineers PETER A. WOZNIAK, P.E./CPE/DGCP/CPQ Senior Electrical Engineer Peter Wozniak is an electrical engineer who specializes in power distribution and electrical system designs for all types of facilities and utility distribution systems. He is responsible for the design and specification of power, lighting, instrumentation, lighting, fire detection, intrusion and access control, public address existing telephone and instrumentation systems. He troubleshoots problems with electrical systems at new and existing facilities and coordinates start up operations for new systems. He provides review and analysis of the operation and maintenance of building systems, electrical, mechanical, HVAC, and utility supply systems including electrical distribution and steam distribution. He also performs electrical forensic studies, provides electrical survey services (equipment condition and National Electrical Code compliance), and consults on electrical energy efficiency improvements. Professional Experience Energy and Resource Conservation  Prepared a comprehensive campus wide infrastructure master plan for Deerfield Academy located on Deerfield, MA. The plan identified future infrastructure needs of the school and methods for integration of planned building improvements into existing campus systems. Designed campus infrastructure improvements including electrical, steam, chill water and tel/comm/data installations on the north side of campus. Improvements included electrical design and construction oversight for a new north campus chiller building. The chiller feeds the $65M Koch Center Math, Science and Technology Building, for which the Academy has achieved LEED Gold certification.  Served as project manager for the implementation of a district cooling system for a six building application at Deerfield Academy located in Deerfield, MA.  Served as project manager for HVAC improvements project for People’s Bank Headquarters in Holyoke, MA. Energy efficient design elements included a new air distribution system and air handling equipment, as well as upgrades to the control system.  Provided technical review and construction oversight services for the replacement and expansion of the Northfield Mount Hermon School steam distribution network for heating and domestic hot water as well as the medium voltage electrical distribution network.  Designed electrical improvements for Deerfield Academy’s $6M Dewey Squash Center and Main Classroom Building. Designed an energy efficient humidification/dehumidification system for the existing Helen Boyden Library that is estimated to reduce campus energy costs by $400K annually. Operational Experience  Managed maintenance and operation of building systems, campus utility systems, boiler plants, and manufacturing equipment at University of Massachusetts at Amherst and Simplex Time Recorder in Westminster, MA and West Hartford, CT. Provided engineering, construction management, maintenance management, and financial oversight. Power Studies  Performed arc-flash and coordination studies for several large electrical distributions for the Southern Connecticut Regional Water Authority. J:\02\RESUME\PAW.DOC-6/15/09 PETER A. WOZNIAK, P.E./CPE/DGCP/CPQ Senior Electrical Engineer J:\02\RESUME\PAW.DOC-6/15/09  Perform a short circuit study, electrical overcurrent coordination study and arc flash study for TurboCare located in Chicopee, MA. Municipal/Government Buildings  Designed electrical systems for a police station in Uxbridge, MA, including a large police communications system.  Designed electrical systems for the renovation of the Agawam High School library including a cable plant for systemwide training.  Designed improvements to the high voltage distribution system at the Soldier’s Home in Northampton, MA.  Designed electrical system for gas extraction system for landfill in Greenfield, MA.  Designed streetscape lighting projects in Turners Falls and Southbridge, MA.  Designed parking lot lighting improvements at Holyoke Community College in Holyoke, MA and Westfield State College in Westfield, MA.  Designed fire alarm system upgrade to East Longmeadow High School, East Longmeadow, MA. Water Resources  Designed electrical systems for water treatment facilities in numerous communities, including Amherst, Hardwick, Holyoke, Shutesbury, and Westfield, MA. Wastewater  Provided engineering services for wastewater treatment facilities in Agawam, Erving, Hardwick, Hatfield, Hoosac Valley, Hull, Raynham, Sturbridge, and Winchendon, MA; Windsor Locks and Canton, CT; and Ancram, NY. Education and Certifications  Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering, Western New England College  Master of Science, Electrical Engineering, University of Massachusetts Amherst  Certified Cogeneration Professional – Association of Energy Engineers  Certified Power Quality Professional – Association of Energy Engineers  Registered Professional Engineer Professional Affiliations  Association of Facilities Engineers  Association of Energy Engineers  National Fire Protection Association HOWARD MCCULLOCH/NE ROUNDABOUTS Roundabout Design Specialist J:\N\N0890 NORTHAMPTON\PROP\RESUMES\NE RESUME.DOC-3/18/11 Howard McCulloch, who founded NE Roundabouts in 2003, has been the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) Roundabout Design Specialist since 1999 and has been involved with every roundabout project in New York State. His participation in these projects ranges from preliminary comments regarding a proposed roundabout site’s feasibility to final design plan development and review. Howard is also responsible for roundabout overviews and training presentations throughout New York State. Professional Experience Roundabout Design  Designed more than 80 New York State single lane roundabout projects.  Designed numerous New York State multi-lane roundabout projects in Buffalo, Kingston, North Castle, Johnson City, Latham, Rome, and Malta. In October 2006, he completed a five multi- lane roundabout corridor, including an interstate interchange, in Malta.  Assisted other states with roundabout design practices and specific projects. He presented overviews of roundabouts to ConnDOT, MassDOT, as well as PennDOT in Williamsport, PA where five roundabouts were being considered – 3 were finally built. In addition, he was involved with reviewing a project in Missoula, Montana where seven roundabouts were being considered and has assisted FHWA in a roundabout seminar for Montana DOT. He also assists FHWA with roundabout reviews for Virginia DOT.  Assisted in the design of two double lane roundabouts in South Jordan, Utah and a single lane roundabout in St. George, Utah.  Contributed to the design of four roundabouts in Fort Collins, Colorado; three of which are multi-lane roundabouts, two multi-lane roundabouts in Loveland, Colorado, and a multi-lane roundabout in Ontario, Canada.  Currently providing design assistance and peer review services for Rhode Island DOT on multiple projects, where roundabouts are becoming a preferred intersection control device.  Provided design assistance for the first roundabout to open in Summit County, Ohio at the intersection of Ridgewood and Hametown Roads.  Provided design and educational/promotion assistance for a roundabout that was constructed during 2008 in New London, NH.  Provide on-call roundabout design and peer review services for the Louisiana Department of Transportation & Development. As part of this contract, provided preliminary designs for over 60 roundabouts locations and peer reviewed over 10 sets of construction plans. A few of these projects have already been built and a few are currently in construction. Training & Presentations  Presented roundabout training workshops in over 30 states and 2 day roundabout design workshops for 19 state transportation departments.  Presented two ½ workshops for WYDOT in Cheyenne, WY. The first was a general overview and the second was a hands-on design workshop. HOWARD MCCULLOCH/NE ROUNDABOUTS Roundabout Design Specialist J:\N\N0890 NORTHAMPTON\PROP\RESUMES\NE RESUME.DOC-3/18/11  Recognized nationally as a leader in the area of roundabout pavement marking and signing design. In January 2003, he presented to a subcommittee of the Markings Technical Committee (MTC) of the National Committee on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (NCUTCD). Howard assisted the subcommittee in developing new drawings showing pavement markings for multi- lane roundabouts, which are now part of the 2009.  Participates as a panel member for NCHRP 3-78. This study is focusing on how to better accommodate the visually impaired at roundabouts and channelized turn lanes.  Howard is a member of the NYSDOT Roundabout Committee where he co-wrote NYSDOT’s Interim Guide to Roundabouts. He is presently leading the development of a comprehensive manual for roundabout design to be included in NYSDOT’s Highway Design Manual.  Howard was a co-presenter on roundabouts at the 10th Annual (NY) Transportation & Planning Symposium in November 2000, as well as at the 2003 Northeast Association of State Transportation Officials (NASTO) Conference.  He also presented at the 2001, 2003, and 2004 National Engineer’s Week Conference and at the 2001 and 2002 New York State Association of Transportation Engineers Conferences.  In 2004, Howard presented “Roundabout Lessons Learned the Hard Way” at the annual TRB Conference. He presented during 3 sessions at the 2005 TRB National Roundabout Conference and 2 sessions at the 2008 TRB National Roundabout Conference. Awards/Recognition  Received a NYSDOT “Excellence In Engineering” award in 2001 for his contribution towards NYSDOT’s roundabout initiative.  In October 2002, he was a co-recipient of the ITE New York Upstate Section’s Young Transportation Professional of the Year Award for safety improvements to an existing traffic circle using roundabout design principles.  The re-signing and re-striping of Latham Circle won a 2003 FHWA / National Roadway Safety Award. RELEVANT EXPERIENCE Proposal for Hatfield and North King Street Intersection Improvements 4-1 Section 4 Relevant Experience 4.1 Transportation and Traffic Engineering Experience Throughout the firm’s history, Tighe & Bond has supported municipalities with civil/transportation engineering efforts ranging from $50,000 to more than $10,000,000. Our general qualifications are best demonstrated by the fact that we are prequalified for road design engineering services by the Massachusetts Department of Transportation as well as the Connecticut DOT and the Vermont DOT. We recognize that most significant infrastructure improvement projects present significant concerns to the general public. For that reason, our engineers, scientists and planners often work with advisory groups inclusive of all project stakeholders early on to make sure that project approvals are attainable as we have suggested in earlier discussions. To demonstrate our experience with similar projects, Table 4-1 and Table 4-2, Modern Roundabout and Roadway Projects experience , respectively, are presented at the end of this section identifying our most relevant roadway improvement projects within the past five years. We have also provided project write-ups detailing several of the projects that may be of interest to Northampton demonstrating our experience. Tighe & Bond began as a Civil Engineering company in 1911 and highway design has been a routine practice of our firm. Today we have several active projects ongoing with MassDOT involvement from Chapter 90 funded projects to Federal Highway Administration funded projects. The knowledge of moving a project through the MassDOT system is absolutely critical for the success of this project. Whether it is the District Highway Director or Projects Development Engineer in Northampton, the Director of Project Management in Boston, or the Rights of Way Engineer, Tighe & Bond has developed and maintains an active relationship with these people at MassDOT. 4.2 Experience with Northampton Tighe & Bond has worked with the City of Northampton for over fifty years. We have provided a variety of engineering services ranging from solid waste and wastewater management to water supply to transportation engineering services. Our most recent experience includes: ■ Village at Hospital Hill, including the intersection traffic signal design and construction activity ■ Kollmorgen Site civil engineering and permitting ■ Route 66 slope stabilization work Our team has firsthand knowledge of the City’s priorities and preferences. We pride ourselves on appropriately combining and technical savvy with common sense to arrive at readily implementable solutions to our client’s problems. There is no learning curve if you retain the Tighe & Bond team for the intersection improvements work; we are poised and ready to continue to provide Northampton with prompt, professional services, saving you the delays and costs of bringing another firm “up to speed”. 4.3 Local Utilities Tighe & Bond routinely works with National Grid (NG) out of their Leed’s office on Route 9. We commonly communicate with both Berkshire Gas , Verizon, and Comcast on projects throughout the Pioneer Valley and have direct lines to the engineers serving our project areas. The Northampton DPW has been and continues to be a long standing client of Tighe & Bond. We are very familiar with their water, sanitary sewer, and storm drainage systems in Northampton. RELEVANT EXPERIENCE Proposal for Hatfield and North King Street Intersection Improvements 4-2 4.4 Client References The following references can attest to the quality of service and demonstrated ability of Tighe & Bond. We encourage Northampton officials to contact any of these individuals to verify the level of technical excellence and personal responsiveness that you can expect from Tighe & Bond. Mr. Richard Alcombright, Mayor City of North Adams City Hall, 10 Main Street North Adams, MA 01247 (413) 662-3000 Mr. Kenneth E. Walto, Town Manager Town of Dalton Town Hall, 462 Main Street Dalton, MA 01226 (413) 684-6111 Mr. James Kreidler, Town Administrator Town of Winchendon Town Hall, 109 Front Street Winchendon, MA 01475 (978) 297-2167 Mr. Paul Moosey, Assistant Commissioner City of Worcester Department of Public Works 20 East Worcester Street Worcester, MA 01608 (508) 929-1300, ext. 4138 Mani Poola, P.E. City Traffic Engineer City of Stamford 888 Washington Boulevard Stamford, CT 06901 203-977-4237 Antonio Iadarola, P.E. Director of Public Works City of Danbury 155 Deer Hill Avenue Danbury, CT 06810 203-797-4641 Table 4-1 Modern Roundabout Experience Municipality Project Location Project Description Funding Project Completed Project Cost Key Personnel Williamstown, MA Town of Williamstown Main Street/North Streets Williamstown, MA Roundabout Study - design engineering for the study of improvements to the Field Park circle to convert to an oblong roundabout. Town 2005 n/a Dana Huff Mark Sullivan Joe Balskus Holyoke, MA City of Holyoke Blueberry Hill Holyoke, MA Blueberry Hill Modern Roundabout Alternative Concept Study – engineering study of converting 5 legged intersection into a modern roundabout at Westfield Road. City 2004 n/a David Loring Mark Sullivan Danbury, CT City of Danbury Reserve Road Danbury, CT Reserve Road Modern Roundabout Project – design engineering and construction observation for new roadway system and modern roundabout intersection on local roadway system. Private 2008 $500,00+ Joe Balskus Eric Wong New Haven, CT City of New Haven Route 34 Ramps New Haven, CT New Haven Modern Roundabout Project – Study, Design, Construction observation of single lane modern roundabout at end of Route 34 expressway, South Frontage. Private 2008 $3,000,000 Joe Balskus Eric Wong Chris Granatini Trumbull, CT Town of Trumbull/Fairfield Park Avenue at Route 15 (Merritt Parkway) Ramps Trumbull/Fairfield, CT Park Avenue Roundabout Project – Preliminary study, design and approvals for 1st single lane modern roundabout at expressway ramp system in Connecticut. Received ConnDOT and State Traffic Commission approval as well as Town of Trumbull and Fairfield. Private 2009 n/a Joe Balskus Eric Wong Stamford, CT City of Stamford Stillwater Road at Long Ridge Road (Route 104) Stamford, CT Stillwater Road Multi-lane Modern Roundabout Study – study and design services for 1st multi-lane roundabout in Connecticut. State Underway $2,700,000 Joe Balskus Eric Wong Chris Granatini Table 4-2 Roadway Project Experience Municipality Project Location Project Description Funding Project Completed Project Cost Key Personnel Dalton, MA Town of Dalton South Street Reconstruction Dalton, MA Roadway Reconstruction - design engineering for the reconstruction of approximately 2 miles of South Street; completely redesign the intersection of South Street/East Street and Hubbard Avenue/ Dalton Division Road STP Under Construction $5,200,000 Dana Huff Mark Sullivan Easthampton, MA City of Easthampton City Hall 50 Payson Avenue Easthampton, MA 01027 Manhan Rail Trail Project – design engineering for 4,000 foot extension of the Manhan Rail Trail for South Street to Southampton town line, including asbestos contamination remediation for approximately 1,000 feet STP HPP Design Ongoing $750,000 Robert Peirent David Loring Tracy Adamski Erving, MA Town of Erving River Road Millers Falls, MA 01349 Infrastructure Improvements - Pratt Street reconstruction (water, sewer, drainage, road reconstruction); Prospect Street reconstruction (water, sewer, drainage and road reclamation); East Street beautification CDBG 1999 $750,000 Omer H. Dumais Fitchburg, MA City of Fitchburg Planning Office 718 Main Street Fitchburg, MA 01420 Blossom Street Improvements Project -included sidewalk replacement, curbing removal and resetting, hydrant relocation, new driveway aprons, signage, landscaping, and realignment of an existing intersection CDBG 2002 $300,000 Francis Hoey Jay Viamari David Loring Gardner, MA City of Gardner Community Development & Planning City Hall Annex - Room 201 115 Pleasant Street Gardner, MA 01440 Richmond Street Reconstruction - design services for 600 linear feet of full depth reconstructed roadway including sewer, storm drains, new sidewalks, curbing. CDBG 2004 $280,000 Francis Hoey Jay Viamari David Loring Table 4-2 Roadway Project Experience Municipality Project Location Project Description Funding Project Completed Project Cost Key Personnel Gardner, MA City of Gardner Community Development & Planning City Hall Annex - Room 201 115 Pleasant Street Gardner, MA 01440 Wasa Street Drainage - design, permitting, and construction phase services associated with the installation of a stormwater treatment system funded through Section 319 Grants Program CDBG 2004 $250,000 Francis Hoey Jay Viamari David Loring Gardner, MA City of Gardner Community Development & Planning City Hall Annex - Room 201 115 Pleasant Street Gardner, MA 01440 Pond Brook Street Project consisted of the full depth construction of a new 500-foot roadway to service the Rear Main Street area of downtown including sidewalks, curbing, site lighting, and landscaping CDBG 2002 $450,000 Francis Hoey Jay Viamari David Loring Hatfield, MA Town of Hatfield, MA Department of Public Works 59 Main Street Hatfield, MA 01038 Elm Street Rehabilitation - Design of rehabilitation of roadway to 25% for public hearing. ARRA 2008 $1,200,000 David Loring Jeremy Cigal Holyoke, MA Holyoke Housing Authority Holyoke, MA 01040 HOPE VI Redevelopment Project - consisted of the design of a 12.5 acre subdivision including preliminary and definitive subdivision plans, 3,200 feet of new urban roadway, new water mains, sewers, storm drains, streetscaping, and full construction administration. The project also included demolition design and hazardous materials abatement. HUD 2001 $1,500,000 Francis J. Hoey Jay Viamari Shawn Shepard Table 4-2 Roadway Project Experience Municipality Project Location Project Description Funding Project Completed Project Cost Key Personnel Holyoke, MA Department of Public Works Holyoke, MA 01040 Pleasant Street Project - prepared a conceptual plan to delineate proposed pavement widths along the corridor, identify and review drainage/sewerage issues, show streetscaping concepts STP HPP Design Ongoing $1,500,000 Mark J. Hoey David Loring Holyoke, MA Holyoke Community College Foundation Holyoke, MA 01040 Holyoke Community College Access Road – Design services for 2,500 feet of new secondary access road to the Holyoke Community College and planned business park, including roadway, utilities, traffic signal, extensive wetland permitting, endangered species assessment and MEPA reviews PWED Design Ongoing $2,500,000 Francis J. Hoey David Loring Holyoke, MA City of Holyoke Holyoke, MA 01040 Canal Walk Project – Design services for 3,000 feet of urban multi-use path along Holyoke’s First Level canal and construction services for Phase 1A STP HPP 2008 $438,000 Francis J. Hoey David Loring Lenox, MA Department of Public Works 275 Main Street Lenox, MA 01240 Housatonic Street Road Improvements - Road overlay work with sidewalk and curb improvements. Project also includes drainage improvements and some water main replacement work. Chapter 90 2000 $400,000 Ronald A. Michalski Dana C. Huff Mark F. Sullivan Andrew R. Gordon Lenox, MA Department of Public Works 275 Main Street Lenox, MA 01240 Crystal Street Reconstruction - Road reconstruction, widening, new sidewalks, drainage improvements and geometric changes in accordance with MHD design criteria. Chapter 90 2000 $1,750,000 Ronald A. Michalski Dana C. Huff Mark F. Sullivan Andrew R. Gordon Table 4-2 Roadway Project Experience Municipality Project Location Project Description Funding Project Completed Project Cost Key Personnel New Haven, CT City of New Haven Department of Traffic and Parking New Haven, CT 06510 Church Street South Improvements - Design for Church St./Rt. 34 interchange and frontage Local Funds 2004 $500,000 John W. Block Leonard A. Liss Joseph A. Canas North Adams, MA City of North Adams City Hall 10 Main Street North Adams, MA 01247 Downtown Streetscapes Improvements –- Basic road reconstruction in the downtown area including sidewalks, street lights and streetscaping, and signals improvements at 5 major intersections STP HPP CMAQ HSIP 2011 Under Construction $2,500,000 Dana C. Huff David Loring Mark F. Sullivan North Adams, MA City of North Adams City Hall 10 Main Street, North Adams, MA 01247 Pavement Preservation Project – evaluation and design of 61,000 linear feet of roadway resurfacing improvements with milling and guard replacement ARRA 2010 $2,200,000 Dana C. Huff David L. Loring Mark Sullivan North Adams, MA City of North Adams City Hall 10 Main Street North Adams, MA 01247 Central City Road Improvements - Basic road reconstruction along with sidewalks, street lights and streetscaping in the downtown commercial part of the City PWED 2001 $1,150,000 Ronald A. Michalski Dana C. Huff Mark F. Sullivan North Adams, MA City of North Adams City Hall 10 Main Street North Adams, MA 01247 B2004 Chapter 90 Roads - Basic Road Reconstruction/ Rehabilitation along with sidewalks, water, sanitary sewer, and storm drainage improvements to 29 streets throughout the City CDBG Chapter 90 2006 $2,400,000 Ronald A. Michalski David Loring Jeremy Cigal North Adams, MA City of North Adams Office of Community Development 10 Main Street, Room 221 North Adams, MA 01247 B2001 and B2002 Roads Projects - design of annual roadway improvements CDBG 2002 $200,000 Ronald A. Michalski David L. Loring Jeremy J. Cigal Table 4-2 Roadway Project Experience Municipality Project Location Project Description Funding Project Completed Project Cost Key Personnel Northampton, MA Village at Hospital Hill MassDevelopment 33 Andrews Parkway Devens, MA 01434 Multiple Redevelopment Projects - including roadway construction along with sidewalks, street lights, water main, sanitary sewer, storm drainage and streetscaping at the former Northampton State Hospital PWED 2007, 2008 $3,000,000 David Loring Paul Furgal Jeremy Cigal Palmer, MA Fox Street Reconstruction Town of Palmer 1029 Central Street Palmer, MA 01069 Basic Road Reconstruction - along with sidewalks, water sanitary sewer, and storm drainage in a residential neighborhood for the Town water, sanitary sewer, storm drainage in a residential neighborhood of the Town. CDBG 2008 $325,000 David Loring Jeremy Cigal Palmer, MA Chestnut & Arch Streets Reconstruction Town of Palmer 1029 Central Street Palmer, MA 01069 Basic Road Reconstruction - along with sidewalks, water, sanitary sewer, storm drainage, in a residential neighborhood of the Town CDBG 2007 $400,000 David Loring Jeremy Cigal Pelham, MA Board of Selectmen Amherst Road Pelham, MA 01002 Buffam Road Reconstruction - Road reconstruction, widening, drainage improvements and alignment improvements in accordance with MHD design criteria Chapter 90 Design complete 2001 $2,250,000 Ronald A. Michalski Dana C. Huff Mark F. Sullivan Raynham, MA Town of Raynham Highway Department 1555 King Philips Street Raynham, MA 02767 Leonard Street Reconstruction - Complete road reconstruction involving changes to geometrics and widths Chapter 90 $1,644,000 Dana C. Huff Mark F. Sullivan Raynham, MA Town of Raynham Highway Department 1555 King Philips Street Raynham, MA 02767 Thrasher Street Reconstruction - Permitting and design of full depth roadway reconstruction including wetland delineation. Chapter 90 Ongoing - Dana C. Huff Mark F. Sullivan Table 4-2 Roadway Project Experience Municipality Project Location Project Description Funding Project Completed Project Cost Key Personnel Southwick, MA Town of Southwick DPW 454 College Highway Southwick, MA 01077 Congamond Road Reconstruction - Complete design services for reconstruction of improvements for 7,400 feet of Route 10/202 including management of stormwater. STP Design Ongoing $4,200,000 Dana C. Huff Mark F. Sullivan Taunton, MA City of Taunton MOCD INFRA 2005-1 Water Main replacement and road reconstruction along with sidewalks, and storm drainage improvements in the downtown residential part of the City CDBG 2006 $1,100,000 Ronald A. Michalski David L. Loring Jeremy J. Cigal Ware, MA East Ware Neighborhood Improvements Ware, MA Water Main Replacement - including a railroad crossing via a directional drill and road rehabilitation along with sidewalks, sanitary sewer improvements, and storm drainage improvements on six streets in a residential neighborhood of the town PWED 2008 $500,000 Ron Michalski David Loring Jeremy Cigal Westfield, MA City of Westfield Engineering Dept. 59 Court Street Westfield, MA 01085 Hillside Road Reconstruction - Road reconstruction, culvert widening, pavement upgrade Local Funds 2001 $440,000 Ronald A. Michalski Mark F. Sullivan Westfield, MA City of Westfield Engineering Dept. 59 Court Street Westfield, MA 01085 City Boulevard Reconstruction - Road reconstruction, culvert widening, pavement upgrade Local Funds 2000 $560,000 Ronald A. Michalski Mark F. Sullivan Table 4-2 Roadway Project Experience Municipality Project Location Project Description Funding Project Completed Project Cost Key Personnel Westfield, MA Westfield State College 511 Western Avenue Westfield, MA 01086 North Campus Access Road - Design and permit a new 2,000 foot road to reduce congestion and improve safety while accessing additional commuter parking areas and providing the campus with a new primary access point. The project includes design challenges such as steep slopes, sensitive environmental resources, and harmony with the abutting residential community. STP HPP Ongoing $6,700,000 Dana Huff David Loring West Springfield, MA City of West Springfield Department of Public Works 26 Central Street West Springfield, MA 01089 Commissioners Drain Agri Mark Section – project consisted of the design of approximately 550 feet of 4-foot x 8-foot precast concrete box culvert below the Agri-mark parking lot, including all connections, surface restoration, wetlands permitting, construction administration. Local Funds 2003 $266,000 Robert Peirent Jay Viamari Ed Guilmette West Springfield, MA City of West Springfield Department of Public Works 26 Central Street, Suite 14 West Springfield, MA 01089 Globe and Railroad Street Reconstruction Project - Field survey, base mapping test borings and preliminary design for full reconstruction. CDBG 2002 $208,000 Robert Peirent Steve Sroka Winchendon, MA Town of Winchendon Department of Public Works 109 Front Street Winchendon, MA 01475 North Central Pathway Phase V - Design engineering for construction of 2 miles of Phase 5 Lincoln Street, including drainage and water main replacement CDBG 2004 $700,000 Francis Hoey David Loring Jeremy Cigal Winchendon, MA Town of Winchendon, MA Green & Munroe Streets Reconstruction Basic Road Reconstruction along with sidewalks, water main, sanitary sewer, storm drainage, and streetscaping in a residential neighborhood of the Town CDBG 2006 $600,000 Francis Hoey David Loring Jeremy Cigal Table 4-2 Roadway Project Experience Municipality Project Location Project Description Funding Project Completed Project Cost Key Personnel Winchendon, MA Town of Winchendon, MA Juniper Street Reconstruction - Basic Road Reconstruction along with sidewalks, street lights, water main, sanitary sewer, storm drainage, and streetscaping in a residential neighborhood of the Town CDBG 2006 $600,000 Francis Hoey David Loring Jeremy Cigal Winchendon, MA Town of Winchendon, MA Mechanic Street Reconstruction - along with sidewalks, water main, sanitary sewer, storm drainage, and streetscaping in a residential neighborhood of the Town CDBG 2008 Francis Hoey David Loring Jeremy Cigal Windsor Locks, CT DPW Scott Lappen Stanton Road Windsor Locks, CT 06096 Old County Road Reconstruction - Road reconstruction, drainage improvements, sidewalks and geometric changes in accordance with CT DOT design standards FHWA Design complete $3,200,000 Dana C. Huff Worcester, MA City of Worcester Department of Public Works 20 East Worcester Street Worcester, MA 01604-3695 Granite Street Improvements Preliminary design of road reconstruction and improvements. Local Funds Ongoing $1,800,000 Ronald A. Michalski Dana C. Huff Mark F. Sullivan \\Srv\projects\N\N0890 Northampton\PROP\roadways table.doc FIRM OVERVIEW Proposal for Hatfield and North King Street Intersection Improvements 5-1 Section 5 Firm Overview 5.1 Engineering History Our company was founded in 1911 by James Tighe, well-respected for his role in developing the water supply, distribution and treatment system for the rapidly growing city of Holyoke, Massachusetts. In 1926, he formed a partnership with Philip Bond, who added expertise in municipal engineering. Over the years, Tighe & Bond has evolved to specialize in engineering and environmental services to clients in government (federal, state and local), industry, healthcare, education, real estate development, renewable energy, power utilities and water/wastewater utilities. We offer a full range of services that include site development and civil engineering, parking and traffic, infrastructure and utilities, geotechnical, permitting, stormwater management, brownfields remediation and demolition, environmental health and safety, energy conservation, geographic information systems, LEED consulting and sustainable design. One of the oldest continuously operating engineering firms in the Northeast, Tighe & Bond has built a reputation upon the technical knowledge, experience and capabilities we bring to each project we undertake, as well as the service we provide. Seasoned project managers, supported by project directors (principals of the firm) and experienced engineers and scientists on each and every project assure continuity, accountability, and a high quality service. 5.2 Site Development and Civil Engineering For close to a hundred years, Tighe & Bond has engineered the infrastructure of countless cities and towns throughout New England. We've designed roads, bridges, and drainage management systems, dams, industrial parks and academic facilities and all the utilities they require. We provide surveying and planning services, cost-effective design, bid supervision and construction oversight. Regulatory experts on staff help ensure that permitting is achieved as smoothly and swiftly as possible with federal, state and local authorities. 5.3 Traffic (insert new haven roundabout graphic) The firm provides experienced traffic engineering services to corporate, institutional and municipal clients as well as commercial developers. Our traffic impact studies include estimates of traffic generation, approach distribution and street assignment, selection of entrance and exit locations and traffic operations requirements. We deliver traffic signal designs with plans and specifications. We serve as public agency liaisons, and are frequently called upon to provide expert testimony. Tighe & Bond provided engineering services for street beautification, roadway reconstruction and infrastructure improvements including water, sewer and drainage for the town of Erving, MA. Tighe & Bond is providing complete site development, demolition engineering services, drainage, traffic engineering and roadway design and traffic signal design services for the largest development project in the City of New Haven. FIRM OVERVIEW Proposal for Hatfield and North King Street Intersection Improvements 5-2 5.4 Parking Tighe & Bond has consulted on parking needs for a long list of public and private clients, including major airports, hospitals, universities and shopping centers. Our designs for multilevel parking structures and surface lots ensure good access and circulation for cars and pedestrians. We also conduct parking demand analyses and financial feasibility studies, evaluate and design revenue control systems, and develop management, operation and regulation procedures. 5.5 Geotechnical Engineering Services To complement our civil engineering services, Tighe & Bond maintains geotechnical design capabilities in house. The firm routinely designs foundations for a wide array of buildings, smokestacks, water tanks, silos and other structures in essentially all soil conditions. We have the necessary expertise to handle every aspect of the design process from on-site supervision of the subsurface exploratory work to the preparation of biddable construction documents and construction observation. We have developed designs and construction methodologies to allow the construction of roadways and embankments over very weak and highly compressible foundation soils and have also designed means of ground improvement for building construction in similar deposits. We are fully proficient in the design of geotextile reinforcement for improving slope and surficial stability, and for subgrade strength. 5.6 Current Expertise Tighe & Bond is staffed by over 200 seasoned professionals, including professional engineers, environmental scientists and hydrogeologists. Working in teams, they share diverse expertise to benefit our clients. Professional registrations cover a wide range of disciplines; personnel specialize in the following areas: ■ Civil Engineering ■ Demolition Specifications ■ Electrical Engineering ■ Environmental Engineering ■ Geographic Information Systems (GIS) ■ Geotechnical Engineering ■ Health & Safety ■ Instrumentation & Control ■ Mechanical/HVAC ■ Parking Consultancy ■ Regulatory Compliance & Permitting ■ Remediation ■ Site Assessment ■ Site Development ■ Solid Waste Management ■ Structural Engineering ■ Traffic Engineering ■ Transportation Planning ■ Wastewater Management ■ Water Resources Engineering For the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority’s Alewife Station Tighe & Bond provided functional design services for a 2,000-space park and ride garage which included spiral access, bus terminal, subway station interface and highway connection. The project was the recipient of a Presidential Design Award from the National Endowment for the Arts and an Award for Excellence from the International Parking Institute. Tighe & Bond provided geotechnical engineering services for the new 30,000 square foot Koch Center at Deerfield Academy, a LEED Gold certified building. FIRM OVERVIEW Proposal for Hatfield and North King Street Intersection Improvements 5-3 O F F I C E S 1000 Bridgeport Avenue, Suite 320, Shelton, CT 06484 203.712.1100 213 Court Street, Suite 900, Middletown, CT 06457 860.704.4760 53 Southampton Road, Westfield, MA 01085 413.562.1600 446 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01608 508.754.2201 4 Barlows Landing Road, Unit #15, Pocasset, MA 02559 508.564.7285 177 Corporate Drive, Portsmouth, NH 03801 603.433.8818 A APPENDIX A IDTask NameDurationStartFinishResourceNamesPredecessors1Issue Contract NTP0 daysMon 4/11/11Mon 4/11/11MHD2Project Development3 monsMon 4/11/11Fri 7/1/113Project Notification Form (PNF)1 wkMon 4/11/11Fri 4/15/11DES14Project Information Form (PIF)1 wkMon 4/11/11Fri 4/15/11DES15MassDOT, PRC, MPO Review3 monsMon 4/11/11Fri 7/1/11DES16Design22.58 monsMon 4/11/11Tue 1/1/137Layout and Obtain Corings1 monMon 4/11/11Fri 5/6/11DES18Prepare FDR1 monMon 4/11/11Fri 5/6/11DES19Prepare Geotech Report1 monMon 5/9/11Fri 6/3/11DES710Prepare DER1 monMon 7/4/11Fri 7/29/11DES8SS+3 mons11Prepare 25% Highway Plans2 monsMon 7/4/11Fri 8/26/11DES8SS+3 mons12Submit 25% Design Package0 daysFri 8/26/11Fri 8/26/11DES1113Review 25% Highway Package2 monsMon 8/29/11Fri 10/21/11MHD1214Review Geotech Report2 monsMon 8/29/11Fri 10/21/11MHD1215Schedule Design Public Hearing2 monsMon 10/24/11Fri 12/16/11MHD1416Conduct Public Hearing0 daysFri 12/16/11Fri 12/16/11MHD1517Respond to Comments1 monMon 12/19/11Fri 1/13/12DES1618Prepare 75% Highway Plans2 monsMon 1/16/12Fri 3/9/12DES1719Submit 75% Design Package0 daysFri 3/9/12Fri 3/9/12DES1820Review 75% Highway Plans2 monsMon 3/12/12Fri 5/4/12MHD1921Prepare 100% Highway Plans1 monMon 5/7/12Fri 6/1/12DES2022Submit 100% Design Package0 daysFri 6/1/12Fri 6/1/12DES2123Review 100% Highway Plans 2 monsMon 6/4/12Fri 7/27/12MHD2224Prepare PS&E1 monMon 7/30/12Fri 8/24/12DES2325Submit PS&E 0 daysFri 8/24/12Fri 8/24/12DES2426Review PS&E & Submit to CEPO1 monMon 8/27/12Fri 9/21/12MHD2527Advertise0 daysTue 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100% Design PackageDESReview 100% Highway Plans MHDPrepare PS&EDESSubmit PS&E DESReview PS&E & Submit to CEPOMHDAdvertiseMHDordinate Early Environmental DocumentsDESPrepare ENFDESReview ENFMHDApprove ENFAGENCYPrepare CEDESApprove CEMHDPrepare Sect. 106 Hist ArchDEReview Sect. 106 Hist ArchMHDDJFMAMJJASONDJFMAMJJASONDJFMAMJ2011201220CriticalCritical SplitTaskSplitProgressMilestoneSlippageSummaryProject SummaryRolled Up CriticalRolled Up Critical SplitExternal TasksExternal MilestoneDeadlineMassDOT Managing Section: MassDOT PM: Consultant PM: Tighe&Bond, 413-562-1600TYPICAL HIGHWAY SCHEDULE (w/MILESTONES)Assumptions: Project Development Completed, Base Plan Surveyed, Consultant Contract Negotiated, Municipal ROW Acquisition with no relocationPage 1Project: Date: 3/18/2011 IDTask NameDurationStartFinishResourceNamesPredecessors37Approve Sect. 106 3 monsMon 2/13/12Fri 5/4/12AGENCY3638Evaluate Programmatic 4(F) Applicability1 monMon 8/1/11Fri 8/26/11DES11FF39Draft Preliminary Programmatic 4(F)1 monMon 12/19/11Fri 1/13/12DES38,1640Review Programmatic 4(F)1 monMon 1/16/12Fri 2/10/12MHD3941Approve Programmatic 4(F)2 monsMon 2/13/12Fri 4/6/12AGENCY4042Reqeust MESA Rare species survey1 monMon 8/1/11Fri 8/26/11MHD11FF43Determine MESA Habitat2 monsMon 8/29/11Fri 10/21/11AGENCY4244Delineate Wetland Resources 1 monMon 5/9/11Fri 6/3/11DES11FF-3 mons45Prepare 25% HazMat Research1 monMon 8/1/11Fri 8/26/11DES11FF46Review 25% HazMat Research2 monsMon 8/29/11Fri 10/21/11MHD45,1247Review 75% HazMat Research2 monsMon 3/12/12Fri 5/4/12MHD46,1948Issue Environmental Clearance0 daysFri 6/29/12Fri 6/29/12MHD32,34,37,41,4749ROW18.33 monsMon 8/1/11Tue 12/25/1250Prepare Prelim ROW Plans1 monMon 8/1/11Fri 8/26/11DES11FF51Review and Accept Prelim ROW Plans1 monMon 8/29/11Fri 9/23/11MHD1252Hold City Meeting6 monsFri 12/16/11Wed 5/23/12MUN51,1653Perform Title Work3 monsWed 5/23/12Wed 8/15/12MUN16,5254Contact Property Owners6 monsWed 5/23/12Wed 11/7/12MUN53SS55Perform Appraisals3 monsWed 5/23/12Wed 8/15/12MUN53SS56Prepare Layout Taking Plans & Instrument1 monMon 5/7/12Fri 6/1/12DES2057Review & Accept Layout TPI0.5 monsMon 6/4/12Fri 6/15/12MHD5658Approve Acquisition, Record and File1 monWed 11/7/12Wed 12/5/12MUN57,53,54,55,5659Submit Community Compliance Package0.5 monsWed 12/5/12Tue 12/18/12MUN5860Review Community Compliance Package1 wkTue 12/18/12Tue 12/25/12MHD5961Issue Certificate0 wksTue 12/25/12Tue 12/25/12MHD60Approve Sect. 106 AGENCYEvaluate Programmatic 4(F) ApplicabilityDESDraft Preliminary Programmatic 4(F)DESReview Programmatic 4(F)MHDApprove Programmatic 4(F)AGENCYReqeust MESA Rare species surveyMHDDetermine MESA HabitatAGENCYneate Wetland Resources DESPrepare 25% HazMat ResearchDESReview 25% HazMat ResearchMHDReview 75% HazMat ResearchMHDIssue Environmental ClearanceMHDPrepare Prelim ROW PlansDESReview and Accept Prelim ROW PlansMHDHold City MeetingMUNPerform Title WorkMUNContact Property OwnersMUNPerform AppraisalsMUNPrepare Layout Taking Plans & Instrument 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