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TDM for Olympic Proportions: Proven Transportation Strategies for Large Special Events
TDM for Olympic Proportions: Proven Transportation Strategies for Large Special Events
Contact: Aaron Gaul, TDM-CP, Principal, Alta
Alta
Mar 20
People Behind The Project: Jordyn Jones and The Stitch
People Behind The Project: Jordyn Jones and The Stitch
For decades, Atlanta’s Downtown Connector has acted as more than just a highway — it has been a dividing line. Built in the 1960s, the…
Alta
Mar 17
Women’s History Month: The Legacy and Future of Women Leaders at Alta
Women’s History Month: The Legacy and Future of Women Leaders at Alta
Women’s History Month is an opportunity to reflect on the past, celebrate the present, and build toward a future where women continue to…
Alta
Mar 5
People Behind the Project: Vincent Hellens Jr and the LA River Path Project
People Behind the Project: Vincent Hellens Jr and the LA River Path Project
Los Angeles is known for its sprawling freeways and car-centric culture, but a transformative project is set to change that. The LA River…
Alta
Feb 18
6 Elements of a Multi-Benefit Corridor
6 Elements of a Multi-Benefit Corridor
Contact: Spencer Finch, PE, LEED-AP, Principal, Alta
Alta
Feb 17
Celebrating Black History Month: Honoring Black-Led Organizations in STEM
Celebrating Black History Month: Honoring Black-Led Organizations in STEM
At Alta, we believe that creating inclusive and equitable communities starts with recognizing and celebrating diversity in all fields. This…
Alta
Feb 3
A Culture of Bringing Forward Different Perspectives at TRB 2025
A Culture of Bringing Forward Different Perspectives at TRB 2025
Contact: Mike Sellinger, Senior Planning Associate, Alta
Alta
Jan 27
People Behind the Project: Diane Jlelaty’s Work on the Atlanta Beltline
People Behind the Project: Diane Jlelaty’s Work on the Atlanta Beltline
The Atlanta BeltLine is more than a trail system — it’s a transformative project redefining how the city moves, connects, and thrives…
Alta
Jan 22
A Letter to Our Clients: Hope for 2025
A Letter to Our Clients: Hope for 2025
Contact: Katie Mangle, Chief Strategy Officer, Alta
Alta
Jan 21
What to Know About the New NACTO Urban Bikeway Design Guide
What to Know About the New NACTO Urban Bikeway Design Guide
Contact: Derek Abe, Principal, Alta
Alta
Jan 14
Refreshing my Perspective on Road Design in New Zealand
Refreshing my Perspective on Road Design in New Zealand
Contact: Maria Wardoku, Planning Associate, Alta
Alta
Jan 13
4 Ideas From this Year’s Safe Routes to School Conference
4 Ideas From this Year’s Safe Routes to School Conference
Contact: Lisa Bender, Senior Associate Planner, Alta
Alta
Nov 18, 2024
How Sweet Trails Alabama is Connecting 67 Counties Through a Statewide Trail Network
How Sweet Trails Alabama is Connecting 67 Counties Through a Statewide Trail Network
Contact: Matt Hayes, Principal, Alta
Alta
Nov 11, 2024
Asset Management and Data Stewardship
Asset Management and Data Stewardship
Contact: Kim Voros, GISP + Izzy Youngs, Alta
Alta
Oct 17, 2024
Digital Deliverables and Getting the Data Right
Digital Deliverables and Getting the Data Right
Contact: David Wasserman, AICP: Civic Analytics Leader, Alta
Alta
Oct 14, 2024
The Climate Communications Paradox
The Climate Communications Paradox
How to effectively talk about the climate crisis, extreme weather, and decarbonization with diverse audiences
Alta
Sep 16, 2024
TDM Leaders Share Inspiring Moments from the 2024 ACT Conference
TDM Leaders Share Inspiring Moments from the 2024 ACT Conference
This year’s Association for Commuter Transportation (ACT) Conference gathered Transportation Demand Management (TDM) professionals from…
Alta
Sep 3, 2024
The Ribbon Has Been Cut on SANDAG’s Pershing Drive Bikeway
The Ribbon Has Been Cut on SANDAG’s Pershing Drive Bikeway
Nearly a decade in the making, the San Diego Association of Governments’ (SANDAG) Alta-designed Pershing Drive Bikeway in San Diego, CA, is…
Alta
Aug 14, 2024
Alta Names Katie Mangle Chief Strategy Officer
Alta Names Katie Mangle Chief Strategy Officer
Pacific Northwest leader and Principal Katie Mangle has been promoted to Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) of Alta Planning + Design. With a…
Alta
Aug 8, 2024
Alta Planning + Design Hires Visionary Safety Leader Ryan Sharp P.P., AICP
Alta Planning + Design Hires Visionary Safety Leader Ryan Sharp P.P., AICP
Ryan will help Alta’s clients achieve safety goals with his vast and proven experience as a safety expert.
Alta
Jul 31, 2024
Alta’s North Central Region Expands
Alta’s North Central Region Expands
Alta has been working with communities in the North Central region for over a decade, and we’re now entering a new period of exciting…
Alta
Jul 25, 2024
Bringing a Sustainable Transportation Approach to Climate Adaptation Work
Bringing a Sustainable Transportation Approach to Climate Adaptation Work
This May, Alta attended the National Adaptation Forum, lovingly referred to by participants as “NAF.” Known as the place where leaders…
Alta
Jun 26, 2024
Introducing Alta’s 2024 Summer Interns
Introducing Alta’s 2024 Summer Interns
Across Alta’s offices, a new class of summer interns are already making their mark on Alta’s work, bringing fresh perspectives and energy…
Alta
Jun 26, 2024
Alta’s Claire Basinski: Policy Pioneer in Urban Planning
Alta’s Claire Basinski: Policy Pioneer in Urban Planning
As we gear up for the Canadian Institute of Planners’ (CIP) annual conference in Edmonton this July, we’re excited to help you get to know…
Alta
Jun 25, 2024
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