Preparing an application for Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office (RCO) grant funding can seem like a daunting task that may discourage owners from applying. The process is rigorous, but it is a great source of funding not to overlook.… Continue Reading
Reid Middleton is an engineering firm that specializes in civil and structural engineering for commercial sites, high-profile sites, personal sites, and even tree sites! They design the built and natural environment to meet the needs of the surrounding community. Before… Continue Reading
Civil and structural engineers are not that involved in the emergency management profession. Why is that? Are we, as a profession, unaware of the emergency management professionals and the key role they plan in the disaster preparedness, response, and recovery… Continue Reading
Seldom in one’s career does an engineer have the opportunity to design a structure described as “dramatic.” This past year, I received that exact opportunity in the form of a pedestrian bridge. As the design phase of the new $50… Continue Reading
Just about every professional surveyor has been in these shoes. You attend a conference or technology summit and a “new” mapping technology is presented that is touted to develop base maps faster, cheaper, and without a survey. With all the… Continue Reading