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___________________________________ Columbus Engineer ___________________________________
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Columbus Engineer Franklin County Chapter A chapter chartered by the Ohio Society of Professional Engineers.
P.O. Box 69
Reynoldsburg, OH 43068-0069
President’s Message By Benjamin Brown, P.E.
– FCC President
I certainly hope everyone enjoyed celebrating the
activities associated with National Engineer’s Week,
February 18th through 24th. At the Central Ohio
Engineers Week luncheon, keynote speakers Dr.
Shaaban Abdallah from the
University of Cincinnati and Thea
Walsh from MORPC, spoke
about the HyperLoop Technol-
ogy and how central Ohio is
using this technology as a
future means of transportation.
On March 21st at LaScala our presentation shall
feature Kevin Fiant, P.E. from ODOT District 6 and
Lori Duguid, P.E., PTOE speaking about
Autonomous Vehicles and the design build projects
that installed fiber along the US 33 SMART
MOBILITY Corridor from Honda/OSU
Transportation Research Center in East Liberty to the
Metro Data Center in Dublin. It will be great to learn
more about how ODOT is teaming with partners to
invest and deploy a comprehensive technology plan
for the future. I look forward to seeing you at the
next luncheon!
This month we are also looking for volunteers for the
chapter’s Science Day to help with judging science
projects. The District Science Fair for high school
students is scheduled for March 16th at Columbus
State Community College. First place winner will
receive a cash prize of $150, $100 to second and $50
to third place. If you are interested in helping, please
contact me or the chapter’s Science Day Chairman,
Yogesh Rege, P.E; [email protected].
FCC Auxiliary March Meeting The Auxiliary to the Franklin County Chapter of
OSPE will meet for a noon luncheon on Tuesday,
March 19, 2019 in a private dining room at Rusty
Bucket Restaurant, 4109 N. High Street
(Clintonville). There is a parking lot behind Rusty
Bucket.
The program is “Hawaiian Island’s Volcanoes”,
presented by Geologist Brent Smith. Linda Troy will
give the invocation and lead the pledge of allegiance.
The hostess is Ellen Rennick. Guests are welcome.
For reservations call Agnes Benedict at 614-262-
7346.
March 2019
Vol. 77 No. 7
___________________________________ Columbus Engineer ___________________________________
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OSPE-FCC
March Luncheon Program
Date: Thursday, March 21, 2019
Place: La Scala Restaurant
4199 W. Dublin Granville Rd., Dublin, OH
Time: Registration: 11:30 am
Lunch: 11:50 am
Speaker: 12:00 pm
Closing Remarks: 1:00 pm
Cost: Members: $20.00 & Non-Members: $30.00.
SPE@OSU Students: $5
Registration: Visit fccospe.org. Pay at door or
online at (www.fccospe.org). No access to
computer? - contact Jim Arnold, 614-299-2133, to
help with registration.
Title: “The Road to a Connected Corridor – US 33”
Synopsis: According to the National Highway
Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
implementation of connected vehicle technology
could reduce crashes by 80%. What are the
challenges that come with creating connected
infrastructure? The 33 Smart Mobility Corridor is
blazing a new trail on the road to becoming a
connected corridor. NW 33 Innovation Corridor
Council of Governments was awarded a $6 million
USDOT Advanced Transportation Congestion
Management Technologies Deployment
(ATCMTD) grant to implement connected vehicle
technologies along a 35-mile section of US 33
between the City of Dublin and City of Marysville
near Columbus, Ohio. The corridor connects two
nodes of automotive research: the Transportation
Research Center (TRC) and Smart Columbus and
includes multiple public and private partners. The
US 33 corridor will offer a unique opportunity to
deploy and test smart vehicle technology in various
settings, including; urban, suburban, and rural and
roadway types, including; local, arterial, and
collector streets and multi-lane divided highway
ramps. The project includes the installation of 61
dedicated short-range communication (DSRC)
devices along US 33 with another 32 installed at
traffic signals within the Cities of Marysville and
Dublin, equipping between 600 and 1,200 vehicles
with connected vehicle technology, developing V2I
applications, and developing a connected vehicle
environment to manage the data flows and system.
An initial pilot of Signal Phasing and Timing was
deployed across six signalized intersections within
the two cities in January. This session will provide
an overview of the project, with a special focus on
the lessons learned so far during the implementation.
Will close presentation taking some time to discuss
what we envision being needed from an
education/training standpoint for current and future
engineers to be better positioned for jobs related to
CV/AV.
PRESENTERS: Lori Duguid, P.E., PTOE –
Michael Baker international, Project Manager &
Kevin Fiant, P.E. – ODOT District 6, Project
Manager - Continued on page 3
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Kevin M. Ernst, P.E., Office Manager [email protected]
800 Morrison Road Gahanna OH 43230
(614 ) 328 5168 terracon.com/Columbus
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Luncheon Program - Continued
BIOGRAPHY: Lori Duguid, P.E., PTOE
Lori is a seasoned project manager and transportation
engineer with nearly 20 years of experience. The
diversity of her project experience spans from
multimodal transportation planning to traffic design
to emerging technology implementation for a wide
range of clients. She has a master’s and bachelor’s
degree in Civil Engineering from The Ohio State
University. She serves on an NCHRP project panel
on traffic forecasting and has taught as a lecturer at
The Ohio State University in the Department of
Civil, Environmental, and Geodetic Engineering.
She is an Associate Vice President at Michael Baker
International and is the Project Manager for the
Program Management of the 33 Smart Mobility
Corridor project.
BIOGRAPHY: Kevin Fiant, P.E.
Kevin is Transportation Engineer at ODOT District
Six where he leads a Team of Engineers and
Technicians and also manages multiple projects. He
received a B.S. in Civil Engineering from Ohio
University and a Post Baccalaureate Certificate in
GIS from Penn State University. During his 18+
years at ODOT District Six Kevin has been involved
on a variety of Design and Project Management
assignments including Bridge design and review,
Maintenance of Traffic design and review and
management of multiple projects from Interchange
reconstruction to Bridge replacement and
rehabilitation._________________________________________
A certificate for 1 hour of Professional Development for attending the
program will be presented at the luncheon.
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___________________________________ Columbus Engineer ___________________________________
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SPE @OSU
by Madison Lubman
The student chapter is continuing to strive to create
new efforts to recruit and retain members while
informing them about the Franklin County Chapter.
This past month we had a table at the student
involvement fair to gain more members. We had a
few members volunteer for MATHCOUNTS and
found it a very rewarding experience.
At the end of February, the student chapter and the
Franklin County Chapter are having a membership
drive at Varsity Inn to promote the benefits of
becoming a member of NSPE. If you would like to
be more involved with the student chapter or have
any ideas, please reach out to Madison Lubman at
___________________________________ Columbus Engineer ___________________________________
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OSPE-FCC
Ballot Nominees 2019
Vice President:
Erik Briedis, PE, - A Project
Consultant for Civil and
Environmental Consultants’
Columbus, Ohio Office. Erik
graduated from The University
of Cincinnati in 2009 with a
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering. With this
background he worked for 4 years in Columbus with
a mid-sized consulting engineering fi rm focusing on
providing land development services for private
sector clients. During this time, Erik also
collaborated with architects on sites involving multi-
family dwellings, mixed use buildings and
schools. Before recently joining Civil and
Environmental Consultants as a Project Consultant,
Erik had a brief stint at Prime AE Group working on
public improvement projects. Erik’s past work has
included design projects for Pulte Group, Inc., T&R
Properties, Lake Local School District, City of
Hamilton, Ohio Army National Guard and many
others. Erik is a licensed professional engineer in the
State of Ohio.
Vice President:
Yogesh S. Rege, PE, -
Principal and Geotechnical
Department Manager of the
Columbus Office of Terracon
Consultants, Inc. In addition to
his management and mentoring
skills, he is also responsible for
project management of geotechnical projects,
correlation, development and analysis of
geotechnical engineering data in accordance with
established professional standards; preparation of
detailed reports based on geotechnical
engineering principles and laboratory test results
incorporating these principles into the design and
analysis of shallow and deep foundations; slope
stability and settlement analysis; landslide evaluation
and correction measures; design of temporary and
permanent earth retention wall systems and design of
flexible and rigid pavement systems; soil-structure
interaction; analysis of groundwater and seepage
related problems; geotechnical applications with
geosynthetics.
Vice-President:
Mehrdad Rowhanizadeh,
PE, PMP, - Has more than 16
years of experience in civil
infrastructure projects and
geotechnical explorations
including design and
construction of earth and rockfill dams, irrigation
networks, water and waste water refineries and
networks, retaining walls, roadways and bridges,
residential and commercial buildings and
transmission lines. He is experienced in design of
shallow and deep foundations, soil stabilization
methods, dewatering and excavation methods of
underground structures, grouting and soil
improvement methods as well. He is an expert in
conducting geotechnical analyses such as Seepage,
Settlement, Slope Stability and Seismic analyses
using numerical modeling tools. He has also been
involved in numerous projects requiring complex
soil-structure interaction analyses. Mehrdad
currently works at Terracon Consultants, Inc. in
Columbus, Ohio.
___________________________________ Columbus Engineer ___________________________________
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Vice President:
John Schrock, PE, - A Senior
Lecturer at The Ohio State
University with the Department
of Engineering Education
(EED). With a background in
both Industrial and Civil
engineering, he worked for 7
years in Columbus with a small
consulting engineering firm focusing on water and
wastewater systems, and asset management, for
public projects. Now in his 4th year of teaching,
John focuses on student engagement through the
first-year engineering program, is a vocal leader in
diversity and inclusion, and emphasizes bringing
real-world experiences to the classroom. He is also
involved with numerous student groups and local
community efforts, with a passion for leveraging
resources to provide opportunities for under-
privileged individuals.
Chapter Secretary:
Baba Yahaya, PE, - A Senior
Engineer of Geo-Environmental
services at Terracon
Consultants, Inc. His is a
professional engineer with more
than 13 years of experience in
providing services in multiple areas of civil and
environmental engineering. Baba has worked on
various projects dealing with landfill design,
permitting, construction quality assurance/quality
control, and operational compliance support, civil
site design, and environmental compliance. He has
expertise in stormwater management system design
and analysis, stormwater pollution prevention plan
preparation, water quality modeling, and field
inspections. His work has required him to reference
local, state and federal regulatory codes for
conformance to applicable standards and permitting
requirements. Baba is a graduate of Youngstown
State University with a Master’s degree of in Civil
Engineering. He is a Professional Engineer
registered in the states of Ohio, Kentucky, and
Indiana. Baba is a member of the National Society of
Professional Engineers, Ohio Society of Professional
Engineers, and the American Society of Civil
Engineers.
Chapter Treasurer-Elect:
L. Steve Day, P.E., - The
recently elected President of
the Ohio Society of
Professional Engineers. As
president, he will guide the
legislative, educational and service activities for the
engineering profession in Ohio. He has also been
named Ohio's delegate to the National Society of
Professional Engineers' House of Delegates. With a
bachelor-of-science degree in mechanical
engineering from The Ohio State University, Day is
the owner of Day Engineering, LLC, which provides
buildi ng engineering design for mechanical,
electrical and plumbing systems. Previously, he
worked as a senior project engineer with Lehman
Construction, Inc., and he held a number of positions
with Medex, Inc. He served in the U.S. Navy from
1971 to 1977. A member of the Franklin County
Chapter, Day is also the master of ceremonies for the
semi-annual Ohio Engineering Certificate
Ceremony, which is sponsored by OSPE. He was the
2011 recipient of OSPE's Meritorious Service Award
and the 2015 recipient of OSPE's Uncommon
Engineer Award. Day is also a past president of the
Engineers Foundation of Ohio. He chaired the EFO
50th Anniversary Committee in honor of the
Foundation's Golden Anniversary, June 2014. Day
currently serves as chair of the EFO Benefit Golf
Outing and Fund-Raising Committees, as well as a
key volunteer for the Imagine Engineering program
for second graders. Day resides in Hilliard with his
wife Pat.
___________________________________ Columbus Engineer ___________________________________
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PEHE Trustee:
Tim McCarthy, PE, - An
Environmental Engineer in the
Office of Environmental Health
and Safety at The Ohio State
University and has worked there
for twelve years. He received his
undergraduate degree in Civil and Environmental
Engineering from Cornell University and his
Masters-Degree from the University of North
Carolina at Chapel Hill in Environmental
Engineering with an emphasis on air pollution
control. He has worked for American Electric Power
and has also had his own consulting firm doing work
for central Ohio manufacturers. Tim has been a
member of the Franklin County Chapter (and of
NSPE) sinc e 1987. He has held numerous positions
with FCC including as editor of the newsletter,
membership chair, secretary, PEPP Trustee, PEHE
Trustee, vice-president and President (2000).
Additional involvement has included volunteering
with MathCounts, Science Day, Second Grade
Coloring Contest, scholarship judging and work on
the nominations committee.
Vice President Elect - President:
Dustin Doherty, PE, - A Senior
Project Manager for Civil &
Environmental Consultants’
Columbus, Ohio Office. Dustin
graduated from The Ohio State
University in 2005 with a
Bachelor’s degree in Civil
Engineering. With this
background he worked for 9 years in Columbus with
a large consulting engineering firm focused on
providing services for central Ohio municipalities.
For the last 4 years, Dustin, has worked as a leader
and project manager for a team that supports both
public and private infrastructure improvements. His
past work has included design projects for the
Columbus Zoo, NASA’s Glenn Research Center,
Department of Rehabilitation and Correction, the
Ohio Army National Guard, and many others. His
broad impact in different markets and sectors has
provided many opportunities for Dustin to develop a
wide network of resources and influence. Dustin is a
licensed professional engineer in the State of Ohio.
FRANKLIN COUNTY CHAPTER OHIO SOCIETY OF PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS
BALLOT FOR ELECTION OF OFFICERS 2019 – 2020
BALLOT (Please Check or Write-In Selection)
Vice-President (vote for up to 4)
Erik Briedis, PE, Civil & Environmental Consultants ......................................
Yogesh Rege, PE Terracon Consultants, Inc. ...................................................
Mehrdad Rowhanizadeh, PE Terracon Consultants, Inc. ...................................................
John Schrock, PE The Ohio State University ......................................................
Chapter Secretary (vote for 1) Baba Yahaya, PE Terracon Consultants, Inc. ...................................................
Chapter Treasurer-elect (vote for 1) Steve Day, PE Day Engineering, LLC ............................................................
Trustees Only PEHE Practice Divisions Members may vote
(the term is two years)
The Ohio State University ......................................................
Write-in candidate Position
Write-in candidate Position
Write-in candidate Position
Write-in candidate Position
VALIDATE YOUR BALLOT
Please Sign (or Type) Your Name to Validate Ballot
Or print and Return to: Stantec Consulting Services Inc. 1500 Lake Shore Drive, Suite 100 Columbus, OH 43204 Attention: Joe Sullivan
Or Email to: [email protected]
Ballots must be postmarked by April 15, 2019
PEC Trustee – Joe Babcanec, PE Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc.
PEI Trustee – Richard Smelker, PE AEP
PEG Trustee – Ron Trivisonno, PE Retired, ODNR
PEPP Trustee - Lizzette Barrow, PE Terracon Consultants, Inc.
S. Rao Chitikela, PhD, PERC-WEE Solutions
Young Engineers Trustee – Dustin Doherty, PE Civil & Environmental Consultants
Retired Engineers Trustee – Ron Eifert, PE Retired
Write-in candidate Position
Write-in candidate Position
Vice-President Elect - Dustin Doherty, PE Civil & Environmental Consultants
2018-2019 Previously Elected PositionsPresident - Dustin Doherty, PE
Civil & Environmental ConsultantsThe following Trustees are in the second year of a two-year term:
PEHE TrusteeTim McCarthy, PE
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Revised 3/13/2019
2018-19 CALENDAR
Feb. 19 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Engineer for a Day ProgramFeb. 21 11:30 a.m. Program: E-Week Luncheon – Bridgewater Conference CenterMar. 9 8:15 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Ohio MathCounts Competition (OSPE, see www.ohioengineer.com)Mar. 12 5:30 p.m. FCC Board Meeting @ Terracon Consultants, Inc.Mar. 16 District Science Day @CCSCMar. 21 11:30 a.m. Program: Autonomous and Fiber Installed in US 33 From Dublin Past
The Transportation Research Center – Kevin Fiant, Delaware ODOTMar. 21 5:00 p.m. Deadline for April Columbus EngineerApr. 9 5:30 p.m. FCC Board Meeting @ Terracon Consultants, Inc.Apr. 15 5:00 p.m. Deadline for May Columbus EngineerApr. 18 11:30a.m. Program: Board Enforcement – Jason McLeanMay 14 5:30 p.m. FCC Board Meeting @ Terracon Consultants, Inc.May 17 5:00 p.m. Deadline for June Columbus EngineerMay 16 6:30 p.m. Chapter Officer Installation/ Awards DinnerJune 6-8 All Ohio Engineers Conference @ Hilton Garden Inn, Perrysburg, Oh.
(12.5 CPD Hours)July (TBA) FCC Budget Meeting - Location to be announced
Terracon Consultants, Inc. Address: 800, Morrison Road, Gahanna, Ohio 43230
WHERE DO I GET MORE INFORMATION?
OSPE-FCC President E-mail & Phone: [email protected] (614) 519-8978OSPE-FCC WEBSITE www.fccospe.orgOSPE WEBSITE: www.ohioengineer.comNSPE WEBSITE: www.nspe.orgTo volunteer to help with MATHCOUNTS: [email protected] (614) 519-8978To volunteer to help with Science Day: [email protected] (614) 863-3113To volunteer to help with OSU Student Chapter: [email protected] (614) 247-1561To volunteer to help with Imagine Engineering: [email protected] (614) 221-0678FCC Luncheons / Programs: [email protected] (614) 552-1697New Members / Membership Application www.nspe.org or www.ohioengineer.com (614) 223-1144
