A split second is all it takes. Glancing at a text message, adjusting the navigational screen, responding to a notification while stopped at a red light: these moments may seem minor, but in an instant, they can have life-changing consequences. April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, and an important reminder that roadway safety is…
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If you ask one hundred people whether or not they prefer to receive good value for their money, one hundred people would respond with a resounding “yes!” These days, it’s no secret that transportation projects are costly. Governments at the local, state, and federal level are highly motivated to construct worthwhile projects which demonstrate tangible…
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With the official adoption of Athens, Alabama’s Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Safety Action Plan, the City has taken an important step toward a safer future. This milestone marks the culmination of months of collaboration, analysis, and conversation. More importantly, it reflects a shared commitment across Athens that every person, on every trip,…
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If you’re a local jurisdiction and you’ve ever thought… Then let’s talk about one of my favorite funding programs: Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) funding. Because yes — that sidewalk, streetscape, multi-use trail, or a safer route to school might be possible. Let’s break it down. First Things First: What Is TAP? The Transportation Alternatives Program…
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We are excited to announce that Sain has been honored with an Engineering Excellence Award in the Transportation category from the American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) of Alabama for our work on the Old Tuscaloosa Widening and Turbo Roundabout Project. The award was presented during the ACEC Alabama Member Breakfast at the Alabama Transportation…
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Each year, the federal BUILD Grant program creates a rare opportunity for communities to turn long-planned transportation improvements into reality. With the release of the FY 2026 BUILD Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), the U.S. Department of Transportation has once again opened the door for transformative investments in surface transportation infrastructure across the country. This…
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In the midst of the holiday season, many of us are focused on traditions—family gatherings, festive meals, and safely getting from one celebration to the next. It’s also a time when travel increases, schedules get tighter, and roadways become busier than usual. A Timely Start to Safety Planning Last week, the Mobile County Safe Streets…
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If you’ve driven near the Birmingham Zoo or Botanical Gardens lately, you’ve probably noticed something big taking shape at one of the metro’s busiest gateways. Two roundabouts are transforming the high-volume intersection cluster shared by Birmingham and Mountain Brook, and the story of how we got here goes back over a decade. In 2009, roundabouts…
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October is recognized as Pedestrian Safety Month by the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). This annual observance serves as an important reminder of the shared responsibility we all carry to keep people safe when walking. Pedestrian crashes remain a serious concern across the nation. In 2023, a pedestrian…
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Alabama communities once again have a chance to secure critical funding for transportation improvements through the Alabama Transportation Rehabilitation & Improvement Program II (ATRIP-II). For local governments with projects tied to the state highway system, this funding could be the catalyst to move long-needed improvements forward. What Is ATRIP-II? Administered by the Alabama Department of…
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