The Town of West Rutland sought a Master Plan to guide the development of the town recreation area. D&K prepared base maps of the existing and proposed recreation areas using available GIS mapping to illustrate property lines, environmentally sensitive areas, topography, utilities, and existing recreation areas. Our project team utilized input from local citizens, town…
Under a multi-year contract and an expedited schedule, DuBois & King provided guidance on planning, technical, environmental, and regulatory issues. Projects under this contract included a Capital Improvement Plan update, technical master plan update, runway extension, hangar area development, terminal apron expansion, Environmental Assessment, construction of a full parallel taxiway, snow removal equipment acquisition, a…
The State of Maine identified the Machias Valley Airport as the second highest priority airport to connect remote regions of the state with critical medical services. The existing runway is only 2,880 feet long, which is insufficient for LifeFlight of Maine’s King-Air 200 air ambulance. D&K recently completed a Master Plan update and conducted a…
Parlin Field is a general aviation airport that has historically relied on maintaining financial self-sufficiency through revenue generated from airport leases, aviation fuel sales, aircraft storage fees, volunteerism, and grants from the New Hampshire Bureau of Aeronautics. The town recently applied with the FAA to become an obligated NPIAS airport and accept federal funds, which…
The City of Burlington and Burlington School District required an assessment of regional, neighborhood, and individual school campuses’ travel patterns and access constraints. A school travel plan was needed for ten campuses, including elementary, middle, and high schools, to make recommendations for small- and large-scale products to increase equitable access to public school for all….
The Glencliff Home is an off-the-grid assisted living facility whose primary purpose is to provide adults with mental health care. The campus includes residential, care, office, and maintenance spaces and uses a combination of renewable energy systems, including a hydroelectric facility, as well as fossil fuels to supply power and heat. For many years, D&K…
To address the evolving needs of US service members, the VA is committed to maintaining and renovating its facilities and campuses. For over a decade, D&K’s civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical engineers and other professionals have served in a lead role in renovating VA medical centers, developing campus-wide energy efficiency projects, and leading the design…
To expand on-campus housing, NU needed a new 286-bed, five-story, 75,000-SF student housing facility. The project delivery method was unconventional, as the owner acted as the Construction Manager. D&K provided a range of services, including structural engineering. Structural systems consist of precast hollow core planks supported by structural steel beams and columns to facilitate low…
The Town of Swanzey sought to revitalize a river access park in a neighborhood. D&K provided design and permitting assistance for improvements to the park, including new landscaping, stormwater drainage improvements, a new shelter, a rooftop boat launch, and other new site elements. Our project team engaged with the Ashuelot River Local Advisory Committee, Town…