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Danielle Kauffman

78 articles published

Tom Walter Retires After 44 Years in Traffic Engineering

TPD is proud to celebrate the retirement of Tom Walter, who concluded an exceptional 44-year career in traffic engineering, intelligent transportation systems (ITS), and traffic operations on July 31. Colleagues, industry partners, and former coworkers gathered at the Plumsteadville Inn in Pipersville, Pennsylvania, to recognize Tom’s remarkable professional journey and the lasting impact he has…

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Safety Matters Newsletter – July 2026

SUMMER HEAT SAFETY By Summer Smith, CHST - Safety Manager As temperatures rise, summer heat safety becomes an important part of protecting ourselves and one another throughout the workday. Heat-related illness can affect anyone, whether working outdoors on a project site, traveling between locations, or spending time in areas where heat and humidity build quickly.…

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Sharing is Caring! TPD’s Participation in the TQI Shared Interns Program

TPD joined forces again this year with a variety of organizations to collaborate on the third annual Shared Interns program, which is an initiative developed through the transportation industry’s Total Quality Initiative (TQI). The program’s purpose is to expose interns from various agencies, consultants, and contractors to the diverse aspects of the transportation engineering and…

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Spectrum ERG Enjoys a Night at the Ballpark

On June 18, members of TPD’s Spectrum Employee Resource Group gathered at Citizens Bank Park for an evening of baseball, connection, and camaraderie as the Philadelphia Phillies faced the New York Mets. Despite a spirited ninth-inning rally, the Phillies came up just short in a hard-fought 6-4 matchup. With beautiful weather, an energetic crowd, and…

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TPD Hosts Annual Client Appreciation Night

TPD welcomed approximately 300 clients, employees, family members, and friends to FirstEnergy Stadium in Reading, Pennsylvania, for its annual Client Appreciation Night, an evening dedicated to celebrating partnerships, building connections, and enjoying America’s pastime. As a proud sponsor of the game, TPD had the special honor of participating in the pregame festivities, with a TPD…

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TPD Employees Rally for Successful EmpowHER Clothing Drive

TPD employees came together this spring to make a meaningful impact through the EmpowHER Clothing Drive, collecting an overwhelming number of donations for local individuals and families in need. The Spring Cleaning Initiative inspired tremendous participation across the company, resulting in such a large volume of clothing donations that multiple trips were required to deliver…

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TPD Hosts Bucks County Tech Shadow Day

TPD recently welcomed nearly 40 students from Bucks County Technical High School to its Conference Center for an in-person Shadow Day, providing a firsthand introduction to careers in civil engineering and the transportation industry. The event offered students an opportunity to learn about the diverse disciplines that contribute to the planning, design, and construction of…

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Welcoming Damon P. Rhodes, PE, Director

TPD welcomes Damon Rhodes to TPD as Director. He brings more than 30 years of experience in the consulting engineering industry, with a strong focus on urban infrastructure projects, construction management, inspection, and business development. He is known for leading complex programs from early planning and design through post-construction resolution. In his prior roles, Damon…

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Take a Child to Work Day 2026

On April 17, TPD welcomed 28 enthusiastic young guests, ages 6 to 11, for an exciting and educational Take a Child to Work Day program packed with creativity, collaboration, and fun. The day began with breakfast and icebreakers before participants got an inside look at TPD, learning about the work we do and the many…

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Structures Department Connects, Collaborates, & Celebrates at Annual Team Meeting

On April 9, members of TPD’s Structures Department came together for a successful day of learning, collaboration, and team building, with 28 team members participating in an engaging all-day meeting designed to strengthen technical knowledge and team connections. The agenda featured a variety of presentations covering key industry and departmental topics, including NBIS inspection procedures,…

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