Projects
Addressing Airport Congestion As Traffic Takes Off in the Age of Uber and Lyft
Airport Cooperative Research Program University Design Competition, Rutgers University, Nov 2018 - Apr 2019
We examined curbside management solutions to address traffic at airports with significant use of ride-hailing services. See the full report here. We received first place in the category of Airport Planning and Management and presented our results at the National Academies of Science, Engineering, and Medicine and the Airport Consultants Council Technical Workshop.
Reimagining Bloomfield, New Jersey
Studio Course, Rutgers University, Sept - Dec 2018
In this studio course, we produced recommendations for Watsessing Avenue Station in Bloomfield, NJ. Recommendations covered improving station access, integrating the new transit-oriented development, including placemaking and community engagement, and developing policies to address transportation, economic vitality, equity, and health. I developed policies to link health to the station access and redevelopment goals including Complete Parks, the NJ Healthy Corner Store Initiative, Healthy Housing, and Health in All Policies.
We received the 2019 Outstanding Student Project Award from the NJ Chapter of the American Planning Association.
Redesigning Route 27 for Bike and Pedestrian Safety
Bike and Pedestrian Planning, Rutgers University, Jan - May 2018
Another student and I redesigned a corridor of Route 27 from the New Brunswick Train Station to the bridge across the Raritan River. We focused on improving bike and pedestrian safety because the corridor has significant bike and pedestrian traffic conflicting with highway exits and entrances. We conducted local counts, researched best practices, and used land use, census, and crash data. We also completed a transportation alternative analysis to determine which option would be the most effective and efficient in solving the problems for each intersection. To see the final report, click here.
Analyzing TOD Potential in Gloucester City, NJ
Public Transit Planning and Management, Rutgers University, Sept - Dec 2017
I analyzed of the TOD potential in Gloucester City, NJ around a proposed walk-up light rail station. I used methodology established by the Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission (DVRPC) that included an on-site walk audit and GIS data on transit, population characteristics, and trip generators. The final product was a report analyzing the categories set out by DVRPC that included a final score card with explanations for my conclusions and recommendations based on them. To see the report, click here.
Planning Bus Routes for New Brunswick, NJ
Public Transit Planning and Management, Rutgers University, Sept - Dec 2017
My group developed a bus system to serve New Brunswick, Highland Park, Milltown, and North Brunswick, NJ. We focused on providing service as frequently as possible while remaining within our budget and keeping the fare low. One of our main considerations was the shift workers along Jersey Avenue and at two hospitals. We used adjusted peak service times to provide service every 20 minutes during shift change on the industrial Jersey Avenue route. We also matched the routes individuals would use to get to the Jersey Avenue route to allow short transfer times during shift change.
Mapping Accessibility for Individuals with Mobility Impairments
Advanced GIS, Dickinson College, Jan - May 2016
I completed research on accessibility for individuals with mobility impairments on Dickinson College’s campus using GIS mapping. The project documented the existing facilities including entrances, bathrooms, elevators, crosswalks, curb ramps, and pathway surface material. I did not complete an assessment for ADA compliance.
I built a database to store this information and created a print and online map. I also created a final report that I provided to Dickinson College’s Office of Disability Services. You can view the online map by going to gis.dickinson.edu/AccessMap. Click here to view the print map. Click here to view the poster that I presented.