We’ve all been there: sitting in the drive-thru line counting cars and wondering if it would have been faster to order through an app or walk in and order from the counter. As consumer habits evolve—with mobile orders, curbside pickup, and third-party delivery becoming the norm—businesses are facing new pressures on their infrastructure. Without thoughtful…
Read MoreGalloway knows that a thriving business depends on more than just today’s leaders—it requires a strong bench of future leaders as well. In a panel discussion at the annual conference for Mile High Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), Galloway President Dave Guetig, PE, highlighted how commitment to developing leaders is key to sustainable growth.…
Read MoreTraffic microsimulation is a powerful tool for evaluating transportation networks and systems. Transportation engineers often rely on mathematical models to forecast network performance with parameters typically set by local code or policy. Microsimulations offer a more specialized approach by modeling each individual vehicle and its interactions with entities in a traffic network such as intersections, traffic…
Read MoreWith the cost to build in California being significantly more expensive than the national average, developers may be hesitant to break ground in the Golden State. However, Galloway’s comprehensive understanding and experience with California’s building codes, policies, and costs make developing a project in California less daunting. “In general, the costs are higher to build…
Read MoreUpdated September 2021 As wildfires wreak havoc across the western states of Oregon, California, and Colorado this summer, residents are hoping for rain to help limit the immediate threat of fire damage. Unfortunately, additional damages from wildfires can continue long after the flames stop burning. In addition to burning of structures and property including trails,…
Read MoreGalloway & Company, Inc. explores the possible effects of traffic reduction programs, and looks to ways they can be proactive in the fight against air pollution. For years, states across the U.S. have struggled with rising air pollution and poor air quality due to CO2 emissions from transportation. Colorado’s Department of Public Health & Environment…
Read MoreGalloway Embraces Architecture’s True Definition What is Architecture? Architecture is both the art and technique of design. Throughout history, architecture has been more than just the style or impression that a building presents – it is a multifaceted approach to design that creates a total developed space, both in form and function. “Architect” is derived…
Read MoreWhen not executed successfully, the municipal approval process can make projects time-consuming, expensive, and inefficient. The process is intricate and involves participation from a wide variety of professionals, including architects, landscape architects, civil engineers, site planners, attorneys, environmental consultants, surveyors, title companies, lenders, traffic engineers, general contractors, and subcontractors. By utilizing a consultant such as…
Read MoreBy: Nathan Abbott, Site Development Project Manager Denver is a rapidly growing city, with traffic increasing as steadily as its population. In an effort to shift residents to more sustainable and effective means of transportation as the city grows, the City of Denver approved a bill for filing which amends Chapter 54 of the Denver…
Read MoreBy: Brian Horan, PE, Transportation Engineering Team Manager When the response to the COVID-19 pandemic started in early Spring 2020, the drop-off of single-occupancy vehicle traffic across the country was extraordinary. As millions of people stayed at home, air quality improved, noise pollution decreased and we got an unexpected glimpse into a world without quite…
Read More