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Greetings!
On behalf of HDR Engineering, attached you will find qualifications for Stucky Road Reconstruction –
Fowler Avenue to S 19th Avenue.
Please let me know if you have any questions.
Thank you for the opportunity to submit.
Melissa Widseth
Project/Marketing Coordinator
HDR
970 South 29th Street West
Billings, MT 59102
D 406.655.4024
melissa.widseth@hdrinc.com
hdrinc.com/follow-us
Statement of QualificationsStucky Road Reconstruction
Fowler Avenue to South 19th Avenue
July 16, 2026
2150 Analysis Dr, Suite A, Bozeman, MT 59718 T 406.577.5017
July 16, 2026
Danae Giannetti, PE
Project Manager - City of Bozeman
PO Box 1230
Bozeman, MT 59771
RE: Request for Qualifications: Stucky Road Reconstruction - Fowler Avenue to South 19th Avenue
The City of Bozeman has a long history of making proactive improvements to its public works infrastructure, including several major roadway improvement projects in recent years. The next phase
of roadway improvements includes the Stucky Road Reconstruction Project, which has many challenges, some common with past projects and others unique to these specific areas. Recognizing that
working through these challenges represents the key to success, HDR Engineering has developed an approach that has been successfully utilized on other transportation corridors in Gallatin County.
Combined with HDR’s award winning road design team, our approach to this project will provide the following major benefits to the City of Bozeman and the local stakeholders impacted by the project:
HDR’s Context Sensitive Solutions (CSS) Approach Maximizes Project Success: Our CSS approach has been successfully utilized on other transportation corridors in Gallatin County. As part of
this approach, we will evaluate the functional role of Stucky Road, projected traffic demands, multimodal needs, access management considerations, safety performance, intersection operations, utility
requirements, and right-of-way constraints to develop a clear design framework for the corridor. The outcome will be an agreed-upon geometric criteria, operating speed expectations, cross-section
elements, multimodal facility requirements, and intersection design assumptions that will guide all subsequent engineering evaluations and alternative development efforts. This will result in the efficient
and successful implementation of the project.
An Intersection Control Evaluation Provides the Greatest Operational and Safety Benefits: The Intersection Control Evaluation (ICE) evaluation will consider multiple intersection types including
a roundabout, a traditional signal if warranted, a continuous green-t (signalized and unsignalized), and other control types. Tier 1 analysis will compare operational results in addition to qualitatively
assessing each intersection type for safety, footprint impacts, and cost. We will conduct the Tier 2 analysis concurrently with the concept development and roadway geometric improvements of the
corridor and intersections which will allow our design team to complete a quantitative analysis of each intersection type while also setting the footprint of the proposed improvements. The result will be
an efficient delivery of a detailed comparison of each potential improvement and its ability to address the safety and capacity needs along the corridor.
Thorough Understanding of All Issues Results in Efficient Execution: The Stucky Road Reconstruction project is a complex undertaking with numerous factors that will influence its success.
Identifying and understanding these issues during the Pre-Design Phase is critical to delivering an efficient and cost-effective project. Early evaluation helps reduce risk, avoid redesign efforts, align
stakeholders, and minimize unforeseen challenges during final design and construction. While the two specific issues discussed above are important, a successful approach must also address broader
corridor needs. This includes developing a comprehensive data collection strategy; establishing a typical corridor section that balances the operational requirements of an urban collector roadway with
the physical constraints between Fowler Avenue and South 19th Avenue; and evaluating environmental, survey, utility and geotechnical considerations, including high groundwater conditions. Additional
key elements include stormwater management, irrigation infrastructure, right-of-way impacts, water system improvements, and proactive public engagement and stakeholder coordination. Our team
has carefully considered each of these issues and developed a comprehensive approach detailed throughout this proposal. We believe our understanding of the corridor, collaborative approach, and
experience delivering complex urban roadway projects demonstrates our ability to help the City of Bozeman efficiently advance this project from scoping through implementation.
Our qualifications provide more details on our approach and unique qualifications for Stucky Road. We look forward to the opportunity to further discuss your needs and how we can help you achieve
your goals for this project. Please contact me at 406.577.5017 or lisa.fischer@hdrinc.com if you have any questions or need additional information.
Sincerely,
HDR
Lisa Fischer, PE
Project Manager
Tim Erickson, PE
Vice President
hdrinc.com
Firm Information
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City of Bozeman | Stucky Road Reconstruction
The projects in this section summarize our recent roadway experience completed by the staff proposed for this project. Each project description includes a highlight of the project along with a client reference. Most
importantly, however, you will note that each of these projects contain many of the same or all of the key elements required to make the Stucky Road project a success. In addition, these projects represent successful
partnerships with clients, stakeholders, and contractors – reaching performance goals and delivering within the required budget and schedule.
a.a. Experience
Whitefish Stage Road
Kalispell, MT
Montana Department of Transportation
Shaun Sampson I 406.444.9413
HDR is leading the design of a corridor reconstruction project
along Whitefish Stage Road from north of Reserve Drive to MT
40. The project upgrades an existing rural two-lane roadway to
safely accommodate substantial growth while improving mobility
and operations. Work includes evaluation and design of multiple
intersections along the corridor, including realignment of the
Whitefish Stage Road/Hodgson Road intersection to improve
safety and traffic flow. The southern portion of the corridor is being
upgraded to an urban roadway typical section, including a two-way
left-turn lane (TWLTL) through the Rose Crossing area, creating a
seamless transition to the recently completed West Reserve Drive
while supporting anticipated development-driven growth. HDR also
evaluated corridor alternatives, developed context-sensitive design
solutions, and coordinated closely with local agencies, Lake County,
utility providers, stakeholders, and adjacent property owners
throughout the planning and design process.
Similar Project Elements:
•Rural collector reconstruction and modernization
•Shared-use path and multimodal improvements
•Hydraulic, floodplain, and irrigation facility coordination
and design
•Environmental permitting and right-of-way acquisition
•Agency, stakeholder, and adjacent landowner coordination
N.19th Ave - Bozeman
Bozeman, MT
Montana Department of Transportation
Brandon Jones I 406.494.9622
HDR partnered with MDT to deliver expedited design improvements
at the N. 19th Avenue and I-90 interchange corridor to address
operational and capacity needs, pedestrian accessibility, and
traffic signal modifications. HDR developed improvements for
additional turn lanes on E. Valley Center Road and N. 19th Avenue
to the eastbound I-90 ramps while coordinating closely with MDT
functional units, utility stakeholders, and project partners. Through
an accelerated six-week design schedule, HDR advanced practical,
context-sensitive solutions that improved traffic operations, safety,
multimodal connectivity, and corridor performance.
Similar Project Elements:
•Intersection and interchange operational improvements
•Turn-lane and roadway geometric design
•Traffic signal, signing, and striping upgrades
•Pedestrian and multimodal accessibility improvements
•Drainage, grading, and right-of-way coordination
Monad Road - Daniel St to Moore Ln
Billings, MT
City of Billings
Will Robbins I 406.657.8237
HDR is providing design and construction administration services
for the reconstruction of approximately 3,200 feet of Monad
Road, a heavily traveled industrial corridor. Through alternatives
analysis and stakeholder engagement, HDR is developing context-
sensitive improvements that reconstruct the corridor to a complete
street standard, improve traffic operations and safety, enhance
access management, and expand multimodal travel options.
HDR is advancing traffic analysis, geotechnical investigations,
environmental studies, and right-of-way acquisition support to
move the project through design and into construction. A key
component of the effort is ongoing coordination with BNSF Railway,
utility providers, public agencies, local businesses, and adjacent
property owners to address corridor constraints, maintain access,
and develop a practical, constructible design that supports the
long-term transportation and infrastructure needs of this growing
industrial area.
Similar Project Elements:
•Urban arterial roadway reconstruction
•Complete streets and multimodal improvements Utility,
drainage, and lighting upgrades
•Traffic analysis and intersection improvements
•R/W and stakeholder coordination
By serving as an extension of MDT's design team
on the N 19th Avenue project, HDR demonstrated
how effective communication, cross-discipline
collaboration, and streamlined decision making results
in efficient project delivery.
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City of Bozeman | Stucky Road Reconstruction
W of Missoula - NW
Missoula, MT
Montana Department of Transportation
Fred Bente I 406.444.7634
HDR is designing the reconstruction of a 5.1-mile rural collector
corridor northwest of Missoula to improve safety, connectivity, and
long-term roadway performance. The project involves upgrading
an aging corridor with roadway and bridge improvements,
accommodating multimodal travel through a new shared-use path
and wider shoulders, addressing floodplain and irrigation system
constraints, evaluating traffic operations and intersection lighting
needs, and advancing permitting and right-of-way acquisition
to support project delivery. HDR has led extensive coordination
with Missoula County, the Frenchtown Irrigation District, adjacent
landowners, and other stakeholders to develop context-sensitive
solutions that balance transportation needs, environmental
considerations, and community goals.
Similar Project Elements:
•Rural collector reconstruction and modernization
•Shared-use path and multimodal improvements
•Hydraulic, floodplain, and irrigation facility coordination
and design
•Environmental permitting and right-of-way acquisition
•Agency, stakeholder, and adjacent landowner coordination
Whitefish 6th Street
Whitefish, MT
City of Whitefish
Craig Workman I 406.863.2455
HDR provided design and construction services for the complete
street reconstruction of five urban blocks of 6th Street near
downtown Whitefish and 500 feet of sidewalk reconstruction along
Pine Avenue. The project transformed an aging urban corridor into a
safer, multimodal streetscape through extensive public engagement,
resulting in a community-supported typical section and proactive
coordination with adjacent businesses and property owners during
construction. To address pedestrian safety near Whitefish High
School and Muldown Elementary, HDR designed a raised intersection
with elevated crosswalks at 6th Street and Pine Avenue.
Similar Project Elements: •Urban roadway reconstruction and complete streets design •Multimodal and pedestrian safety improvements •Public and stakeholder engagement •Utility, drainage, and streetscape improvements •Construction administration and business access coordination
Grand Ave Intersection & Roadway Improvements
Billings, MT
City of Billings
Tyler Westrope I 406.247.8656
HDR provided preliminary and final design for the reconstruction
and widening of Grand Avenue from a two-lane roadway to a
five-lane urban corridor to improve capacity, safety, and multimodal
connectivity. Through corridor and intersection alternatives
analysis, HDR identified and designed two multilane roundabouts
that enhance traffic operations while reducing conflict points
and improving safety for all users. The project also advanced
pedestrian and bicycle mobility through the addition of a shared-
use path, ADA-compliant upgrades at intersections, driveways, and
pedestrian crossings, and enhanced corridor lighting and pedestrian
signal systems.
Similar Project Elements:
•Urban corridor reconstruction and widening
•Roundabout and intersection alternatives analysis
•Multimodal and ADA accessibility improvements
•Street lighting and pedestrian signal upgrades
•Stakeholder coordination and context-sensitive design
HDR has a proven track record of transforming dated transportation corridors into multimodal complete
streets that enhance safety, accessibility, and connectivity while balancing infrastructure needs,
community priorities, and long-term corridor performance.
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City of Bozeman | Stucky Road Reconstruction
Mullowney Lane Reconstruction
Billings, MT
City of Billings
Ken Ard, PE I 406.657.8235
HDR provided design and construction administration for the
reconstruction of Mullowney Lane from Midland Road to Elysian
Road, transforming an inconsistent rural corridor into a safer
and more cohesive urban roadway. Through evaluation of traffic
operations and corridor needs, HDR developed a roadway
configuration that introduced a center turn lane, intersection
turn-lane improvements, and traffic calming features to improve
safety, access, and overall corridor performance. Additional
improvements included corridor lighting upgrades and a new
signalized intersection with a right-turn slip lane at Mullowney
Lane and Elysian Road, enhancing mobility for both motorists and
multimodal users.
Similar Project Elements:
•Corridor reconfiguration and capacity enhancements
•Access management and intersection control improvements
•Pedestrian, bicycle, and shared-use path accommodations
•Innovative stormwater and infrastructure solutions
•Design-to-construction delivery and agency coordination
ICE Experience
Montana Department of Transportation
Brandon Jones I 406.494.9622
US-191/MT-64 Feasibility Study, Gallatin Canyon
MDT selected the HDR Team to prioritize and develop design
concepts for potential projects along the US-191 & MT-64 corridor
between Four Corners and Big Sky, MT. One of the projects that
advanced to final design was the intersection of US-191 and MT-64.
As part of this project, an ICE was performed to evaluate traffic safety
and operations of this intersection. Existing conditions were modeled
and compared against proposed alternatives including various
roundabout configurations and a continuous flow intersection (CFI).
A microsimulation using VISSIM was used to compare the proposed
alternatives and inform the preferred roundabout alternative.
WGM/City of Missoula
Megan McMeekin I 406.552.6769
Broadway Toole California Intersection, Missoula
HDR provided detailed traffic analysis for the Broadway/Toole/
California (BTC) intersection to address safety concerns that exist
with the current intersection geometry and operations. HDR, through
the ICE analysis, helped identify and screen innovative intersection
control options that strive to enhance access to and from the
neighborhood for all modes of transportation. In addition, HDR
analyzed multiple intersection alternatives using microsimulation
analysis to guide the selection of an alternative during Stage 2
ICE analysis.
Glenn Highway: Arctic Ave to Palmer-Fishhook
Palmer, AK
Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities
Chris Bentz I 907.707.1912
HDR is evaluating and designing 1.75 miles of improvements
along the Glenn Highway to address safety deficiencies, improve
operations, and accommodate future growth within the rapidly
developing City of Palmer. The project balances increasing
transportation demands with the need to minimize impacts to
adjacent residences, businesses, farmland, and historic resources
through a practical, context-sensitive design approach. HDR is
analyzing corridor capacity needs, developing geometric and
access improvements, adding turn lanes and a shared-use path,
and conducting an ICE analysis at Palmer-Fishhook Road. The ICE
evaluated multiple intersection control strategies, including a traffic
signal, continuous green-T, and roundabout alternatives, to identify
the preferred solution that best improves safety, mobility, and
long-term corridor performance while minimizing right-of-way and
environmental impacts.
Similar Project Elements:
•ICE and alternatives analysis
•Shared-use path and multimodal improvements
•Practical design minimizing right-of-way impacts
•Stakeholder and agency coordination
HDR is an industry leader for providing innovative intersection
alternatives and was recently selected to collaborate with FHWA to
revise the Intersection Treatment Manual.
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City of Bozeman | Stucky Road Reconstruction
Marvin Rd Corridor Alternatives Analysis
Thurston County, WA
Thurston County
Matt Unzelman I 306.867.2300
HDR completed a corridor alternatives analysis and ICE for three
intersections along the Marvin Road corridor. Working closely with
county staff, agency partners, and stakeholders, HDR evaluated multiple
intersection and corridor improvement alternatives through detailed
traffic operations and safety analyses, balancing multimodal needs,
right-of-way impacts, constructability, and cost. Following the concept
development, HDR subsequently advanced the preferred alternative to
approximately 30% design, developing conceptual layouts and planning-
level cost estimates to support future right-of-way acquisition, funding
strategies, and project implementation.
Similar Project Elements: •Corridor alternatives analysis and preliminary design •ICE and intersection alternatives analysis •Traffic operations and safety analysis •Right-of-way impact evaluation and planning •Agency coordination and consensus building
HDR’s Recent & Current Work for City of Bozeman
HDR has partnered with the City of Bozeman over the past 20 years. Our local employees have witnessed the growth that has
challenged our local infrastructure and take pride in being part of the solution. A few recent utility projects are highlighted below
followed by additional projects that have been successfully delivered over the past two decades.
Lyman Transmission Main Condition Assessment
HDR performed a condition assessment of 12,870 linear feet (2.4 miles) of the City’s Lyman Transmission Main, which included 18-inch
cast iron, 18-inch ductile iron, and 18-inch asbestos cement pipe (ACP). The condition assessment was performed with nonlinear
vibroacoustic technology to identify leaks in the pipeline and to assess pipeline condition using external access points such as hydrants,
control valves, or temporary potholes (installed via hydro excavation). The condition assessment also included soil corrosivity surveys,
and pressure transient monitoring.
Valley Center Lift Station & Force Main
HDR designed the Valley Center Lift Station and Force Main Project from a preliminary engineering report through final design and
construction. The project includes a 12-inch force main (pressure pipe) that is 3,100 linear feet. HDR also developed a hydraulic
spreadsheet model of the lift station and force mains to verify system hydraulic sizing and operational requirements prior to final design.
The project included final design and construction administration assistance, start-up and SCADA programming of the lift station.
Additional Projects performed over the past 20-years for the City: •Bozeman WRF UV Upgrade
•Bozeman 2025 Water Quality Sampling
•Bozeman WRF Solar Power Design
•Bozeman 2025 GIS On-Call
•Bozeman Digester Hydraulic Upgrade
•Sourdough WTP Intake
Improvements
•Bridger Creek Boylan Road
•Wastewater Facility Plan Update
•East Gallatin Avulsion Design
•Downtown Bozeman Creek Culvert Condition Assessment
•Solids Handling Expansion
•Public Works Facility Plan
•Davis Lane Lift Station
•East Gallatin Avulsion
•Norton Ranch Lift Station Evaluation
•WRF Phase 1 Expansion & Improvements
•TMDL Water Modeling
•Impact Fee Study
•Manley Ditch Rehabilitation Study
•Westridge Stormwater Infrastructure
•Sediment Management Facility
•WTP Membrane Feed Pump
•On-Call Wastewater Assistance Contract
•Hyalite/Sourdough WTP
Recent Project Experience - Subconsultants
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City of Bozeman | Stucky Road Reconstruction
R/W Acquisition Term Contract
Bozeman, MT
City of Bozeman
Clear Route - Tony Gaddo Experience
Tony has served as the R/W consultant for the City of Bozeman for
+10 years leading the R/W groups for three different firms—DOWL
and Sanbell—now Clear Route. He has completed over 200 parcel
transactions ranging from primary residences to national retailers,
condominiums, HOA’s, schools and universities, mobile home parks,
non-profits, land developers, and other public entities, acquiring for
road, utility, sidewalks/paths, and development projects.
Similar Project Elements: •Right-of-way acquisition and negotiations •Property owner and stakeholder coordination •Transportation and utility projects •Easement and property rights acquisition •Public agency coordination
South University District
Bozeman, MT
RTR Holdings
Stahly Experience
South University District (SUD) is a large, multi-phase development
located in southern Bozeman near the university campus consisting
of 8 large lots and a 27-acre public park. Stahly designed 8 blocks of
Stucky Road within SUD. Stahly is currently providing design services
for the east-west Arnold Road extension within the SUD Block 3
project, which runs parallel to Stucky Road, directly south of it. This
work has included extensive wetland permitting, coordination with
regulatory agencies, and collaboration with local irrigation ditch
companies to address existing irrigation infrastructure within the
project area.
Similar Project Elements:
•Right-of-way acquisition and negotiations
•Property owner and stakeholder coordination
•Transportation and utility projects
•Easement and property rights acquisition
•Public agency coordination
Shiloh Road Roundabout Improvements
Billings, MT
City of Billings
Land Design, Inc (LDI) Experience
LDI was selected by the City of Billings to redesign six roundabouts
along the Shiloh Road corridor, transforming sparse landscapes
into gateway features that reinforce community identity while
supporting safe transportation operations. Inspired by the Billings
Rimrocks, the design incorporated locally sourced stone and granite
boulders, low-maintenance planting, and carefully integrated
hardscape elements that balanced aesthetics, safety, and long-term
maintenance needs.
Similar Project Elements:
•Coordination of transportation design criteria
•Focus on sight distance requirements, community character &
maintainability
•Determined appropriate plant materials and regional
development patterns
•Context-sensitive landscape design
•Stakeholder and public engagement
•Public agency coordination
HDR has partnered with Clear Route, Stahly, and LDI because they bring specialized expertise in right-of-way acquisition, irrigation and local development coordination, and context-sensitive roadway
aesthetics that directly align with the unique challenges and goals of the Stucky Road corridor. Together, their proven success on Bozeman-area transportation projects strengthens our team's ability to
efficiently navigate property impacts, stakeholder coordination, and corridor design while delivering a solution that reflects the community's vision and long-term transportation needs.
Right-of-Way (R/W) Acquisition
Tony Gaddo CR
Traffic CountsAll Traffic
SurveyStahly Engineering & Assoc.
GeotechnicalSK Geotechnical
Landscape & Mature Tree
Land Design, Inc (LDI)
Project ManagerLisa Fischer, PE
QA/QC
Tim Erickson, PE
Design ManagerRiley Lubbers, PE
Public Involvement & Community EngagementBrittany CremerLisa Gray
EnvironmentalJon Schick, CEP
Construction Inspection/ AdminstrationBrandon Anderson, PMP
Caleb O’Neal,
Funding Plan Assistance
Tim Erickson, PE
Road & Intersection DesignNick Pavia, PEBrad Shea, PEJoel Horn, PE
Stormwater Leif Sande, PETeri Tritz, PE
Irrigation Zach Lowe, PE SEA Leif Sande, PE
Traffic Design & SafetyHannah Nicholas, PERichard Storm, PE, PTOE
Legend Key Staff Clear Route Real Estate CR Stahly Engineering & Assoc. SEA
Project Team
Structures
Josh Springer, PE
Grant & Implementation Opportunities
Spencer Dodge
Value Add Services
Traffic Operations & Intersection EvaluationWill Hume, PE Hannah Nicholas, PEBrad Shea, PE
Water & UtilitiesJarrett Moran, PEBrooke Robinson, EIT
Utility CoordinationAnde Buffington, PEShawn Medland, PE
ElectricalTeich Hochhalter, PE
Subconsultants
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City of Bozeman | Stucky Road Reconstruction
HDR’s Project Manager, Lisa Fisher, will manage and direct the overall project
development for the Stucky Road Reconstruction Project. She brings technical
expertise, organization, and effective communication to the role. With previous
success on similar projects for throughout Montana, she will direct our team’s
resources in the production of high quality, well-coordinated deliverables.
Lisa will leverage her 22 years of industry experience to mange this multi-
discipline team. Similar to previously completed municipal projects, she will focus
on early collaboration and streamlined decision making to work efficiently through
the Pre-Design portion of the project and set the team up for success for final
design and construction of this unique project, transitioning Stucky Rd from a rural
to an urban street.
The day-to-day management of the design team will be led by Riley Lubbers,
HDR’s Highway and Roads Market Sector Lead. Riley’s responsibility will be to
bridge the gap between the team, HDR and Bozeman leadership, and project
execution. Riley will oversee the design process from concept to delivery and
team coordination while providing assurance to the City of Bozeman that the final
product meets the overall goals of the project, but more importantly the needs of
the public that will utilize this roadway every day.
Lisa and Riley will be supported by a proven team of design professionals that have
a long history of working together delivering similar projects for clients around
Montana. Our team will also be supported by subconsultants assisting with R/W,
traffic counts, survey, geotechnical investigations, and landscape architecture.
These subconsultants have been an integral part of many of HDR’s past successful
roadway projects.
Key Personnel
Lisa Fischer, PE – Project Manager
Located in Bozeman, Lisa is a transportation project manager and brings over
20 years of experience in the transportation industry spanning multiple clients
on both urban and rural projects. Her expertise includes roadway design,
maintenance of traffic, traffic design, and final design/PS&E preparation. Lisa’s
multi-disciplinary approach provides economical solutions that accommodate
all users and limit impacts to the surrounding environment and landowners. She
understands the importance that public involvement plays, especially in the early
stages of a project’s design, to determine key concerns that need to be addressed
throughout project development. Serving as HDR’s Montana Transportation
Manager, she manages our transportation resources within Montana and
coordinates across HDR to deliver projects.
Benefit to Bozeman: Lisa has lived in Bozeman for over a decade and will lead this
project with a focus on collaboration, flexibility and safety. Her local knowledge
and community connections will help streamline the design process and keep the
project moving forward and on schedule.
Qualifications
Riley Lubbers, PE – Design Manager
Riley has more than 12 years of experience delivering municipal
roadway projects across Montana. He has guided transportation project
development for communities including Missoula, Polson, Stevensville,
and Whitefish, providing strategic direction and technical oversight for
roadway reconstruction, intersection improvements, utility coordination,
and construction administration. His expertise includes roadway and
multi-use path geometrics, traffic signals, street lighting, and signing and
striping design.
Benefit to Bozeman: Riley brings a unique owner and consultant
perspective, combining experience as a former MDT Construction
Engineer and current manager of our construction inspection term
contract with MDT, this experience provides practical insight into
design, constructability, project delivery, and long-term infrastructure
performance.
Nick Pavia, PE - Road & Intersection Design
Nick has over 17 years of experience working for clients across the country
managing and delivering urban and rural roadway design projects. He
provides our team with a Road and Intersection Design Lead that has a
strong engineering and construction background. Nick’s expertise includes
roadway and civil design, developing roadway geometrics for interchanges,
urban and rural corridors, bicycle and pedestrian improvements, traffic
control, signing and striping, utility coordination, PS&E preparation, and
construction support.
Benefit to Bozeman: Nick’s leadership and technical expertise will help the
City of Bozeman achieve a high-performing, community-focused solution
for Stucky Road. His local knowledge, collaborative style, and commitment
to practical, innovative design will support a smooth project process and
deliver lasting value for Bozeman residents.
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City of Bozeman | Stucky Road Reconstruction
Brad Shea, PE - Road & Intersection Design I Traffic Operations &
Intersection Evaluation
Brad has more than 30 years of design and planning experience on
roadway and highway traffic projects including complex roundabouts
and intersection improvements. Brad has planned, designed, or
performed value engineering on more than 200 single- and multi-
lane roundabouts to date. He provided subject matter expert review
and analysis of roundabouts for agencies across the U.S. He provides
our team with the ability to anticipate design constraints early in the
project to avoid delays or cost increases in later stages of design.
Brad’s expertise allows him to anticipate and eliminate risks before they
surface, and he can efficiently balance the operational design criteria
with safety to optimize factors such as capacity, speed, and geometry
for roundabouts.
Benefit to Bozeman:
Brad’s leadership and technical expertise will guide the City of Bozeman
to realize a Stucky Road corridor that is safe, efficient, and built to serve
the community for years to come. His ability to anticipate and address
risks before they surface, translates directly into reduced rework, fewer
surprises during construction, and projects that stay on schedule and
within budget.
Leif Sande, PE - Stormwater & Irrigation
Leif is a hydraulics engineer with 13 years of diverse hydraulic and
civil engineering experience including the design and construction
of transportation, irrigation, and infrastructure projects. His recent
project work has included completing hydrological and hydraulic
analyses and developing solutions for complex drainage projects which
have incorporated open and closed drainage systems, stormwater
management facilities, low-impact development practices, and irrigation
facility design. Leif also brings expertise and experience developing
drainage designs for roundabouts within Montana and is well-versed
on the unique challenges facing projects located at the urban/
rural interface.
Benefit to Bozeman:
Leif’s deep knowledge of Montana’s stormwater challenges and his track
record of delivering effective, sustainable solutions will help the City of
Bozeman achieve a successful Stucky Road Reconstruction—supporting
community safety and mobility, environmental stewardship, and
infrastructure longevity.
Will Hume, PE - Traffic Operations & Intersection Evaluation
Will is a roadway and traffic engineer with 18 years of experience who is
a subject matter expert on complex roadway design and traffic analysis
projects across the U.S. His expertise lies in designing roadway solutions
to minimize impacts to surrounding land uses and the environment
while maintaining traffic operations. Will has worked on three ICE in
Montana over the past 12 months. He provides a practical, creative,
and efficient approach to determining preferred intersection solutions
including roundabouts.
Benefit to Bozeman:
Will provides a practical, creative, and efficient approach to developing
corridor and intersection solutions including roundabouts by identifying
constraints early and providing cost-effective, site-specific solutions that
meet the project’s goals.
Hannah Nicholas, PE - Traffic Operations & Intersection Evaluation I
Traffic Design & Safety
Hannah is a traffic engineer with 9 years of experience in traffic design,
safety assessment, and traffic operations analysis. She is experienced in
designing new and modified traffic systems at intersections, including
roundabouts, traffic signals, and pedestrian and bike facilities. She has
performed traffic analysis for various intersection control types using
Synchro and VISSIM. In addition, Hannah has analyzed crash and traffic
data to provide recommendations for safety countermeasures that are
specific to project sites and has developed safety recommendations for
intersections and corridors across Montana.
Benefit to Bozeman:
Hannah’s local expertise, technical skill, and client-focused mindset will
help Bozeman achieve a safer, more efficient Stucky Road corridor -
delivering lasting value for all users.
Jarrett Moran, PE - Water & Utilities
Jarrett brings over 18 years of extensive experience in the design
and construction of water treatment plants, water supply systems,
and related infrastructure. His experience includes pump station and
hydraulic design, pump selection, and pump configuration to optimize
facility functionality and efficiency, pump system performance testing,
and troubleshooting. Jarrett’s experience also includes performing large
diameter pipeline work under active flow conditions. His experience
as an Engineering Manager for a public utility that included over 500
miles of water mains, provides him with the foresight to avoid potential
design, constructability, or operational issues.
Benefit to Bozeman:
Jarrett’s proven track record delivering projects for the City of Bozeman,
combined with his technical expertise and proactive approach, will
deliver a seamless and resilient water utility solution for the Stucky
Road Reconstruction—supporting the city’s vision for safe, efficient, and
sustainable infrastructure.
Teich Hochhalter, PE – Electrical
Teich has completed the street lighting analysis and design on all of our
municipal projects in Montana including the design of the lighting, signal
modifications, changeable message signs, rectangular rapid flashing
beacons, pedestrian signal installation, vehicle activated warning signs,
and fiber optic signal connectivity over the past 13 years. He routinely
uses AGI32 and Visual Lighting for lighting analysis and design.
Benefit to Bozeman:
Teich’s proven expertise and client-focused mindset will help the City
of Bozeman achieve a safe and future-ready corridor. His technical
leadership will drive smart, sustainable electrical solutions that support
the City’s vision for Stucky Road.
HDR brings together the right technical and strategic expertise to deliver tailored solutions that meet our clients’ goals. As part of supporting our clients across the country, we also share staff and expertise to provide our clients with the right people to find solutions.
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Brittany Cremer - Public Involvement & Community Engagement
Brittany is a communication professional with nearly 20 years of experience leading
numerous community engagement and public relations campaigns across Montana.
Specializing in public relations, project communication, and crisis communications
outreach, she connects the right message to the right audience at the right time,
Brittany facilitated stakeholder and public outreach for the N. 19th Avenue -
Bozeman project, communicating updates and detour details to the public, area
businesses, and key community stakeholders.
Benefit to Bozeman:
Brittany’s proven ability to engage stakeholders, communicate clearly, and build
community support will help the City of Bozeman deliver a successful Stucky Road
Reconstruction project that reflects local priorities and strengthens public trust.
Jon Schick, CEP - Environmental
Jon is an environmental planner and scientist possessing a depth of experience
in managing environmental compliance for transportation projects throughout
Montana. Jon’s experience includes NEPA/MEPA documentation and compliance,
wetland delineations, environmental permitting, Endangered Species Act
compliance, mitigation monitoring, geospatial analysis/GIS, agency coordination,
and public involvement activities. Jon has led the environmental compliance for
numerous federally funded transportation projects and managed interdisciplinary
teams to achieve NEPA/MEPA approvals under tight timelines. Jon is a Certified
Environmental Professional accredited through the Academy of Board-Certified
Environmental Professionals. He is also a certified wetland delineator and
SWPPP Administrator.
Benefit to Bozeman:
Jon’s wetland delineation, environmental documentation and permitting experience
provides our Team and the City with clear guidance to minimize impacts and timely
documentation to advance the preferred alternative forward into final design.
Brandon Anderson, PMP - Construction Inspection/Administration
Brandon brings over 19 years of experience managing engineering projects
from conceptual design through construction closeout, including seven years as
HDR’s Regional Lead for Construction Services. Brandon has led construction
administration and observation as an owner’s representative for a variety of
projects including engineering, procurement, and construction. Through this work,
Brandon has expertise in and a strong commitment to partnering and has utilized
partnering techniques to successfully deliver construction projects, mitigate risk,
and reduce claims.
Benefit to Bozeman:
Brandon’s hands-on approach during construction and his commitment to client
service will foster clear communication, minimize disruptions, and deliver results.
Subconsultants
Our team includes trusted subconsultant partners that we have delivered
projects with all across Montana.
R/W Acquisition - Tony Gaddo (Clear Route)
Tony works as a Real Estate Services Consultant, focusing on R/W
acquisition activities for public/private clients. He brings 20 years’ worth
of experience in the transportation industry and currently serves as the
City of Bozeman’s sole r/w acquisition consultant and as an agent for MDT
and City of Billings for road and utility projects.
Benefit to Bozeman:
Tony’s longstanding partnership with the City of Bozeman will help
streamline R/W acquisition and landowner coordination. With over 12
years of direct R/W experience in Bozeman, Tony will be integral in
maintaining the project schedule.
Irrigation - Zach Lowe, PE (Stahly)
Zach has successfully led complex subdivision projects that facilitate the
transition of rural agricultural land into urban developments. He specializes
in coordinating with local ditch companies, the City of Bozeman, and
private landowners to negotiate and implement working agreements
for the relocation and/or piping of existing irrigation ditch segments.
Zach and his team have successfully worked with the Middle Creek Ditch
Company on developments adjacent to the Stucky Road project--piping
approximately 1500 ft of an irrigation lateral, permitting and relocating
approximately 750 ft outside of City of Bozeman right-of-way, as well as
rebuilding and improving headgates to perform more efficiently in their
new configurations.
Benefit to Bozeman:
His experience working with public agencies, and landowners allows
him to effectively navigate complex projects involving R/W constraints,
irrigation facilities, utilities, and multimodal transportation improvements.
Survey - Stahly Engineering & Associates (Stahly)
Stahly and HDR have a strong teaming partnership as demonstrated on
the City of Bozeman’s Gooch Hill Lift Station and Force Main Project.
We’ve teamed with Stahly and on seven transportation projects over the
past two years located throughout Montana. Stahly is an employee-owned
Montana firm providing engineering, irrigation system design, surveying,
and construction administration services since 1970. With offices in
Bozeman, Billings, Helena, Great Falls, Montana, and Cowley, Wyoming,
our nearly 80 professionals support communities throughout Montana
and the region.
Geotechnical - SK Geotechnical (SK)
HDR has partnered with SK Geotechnical for over the past 20
years to deliver projects across Montana based on their extensive
experience supporting roadway reconstruction, pavement
rehabilitation, water and wastewater utility improvements, curb
and gutter, trails, and storm drainage projects for municipalities
throughout Montana.
SK is a locally owned, full-service geotechnical engineering firm
that has been serving Montana since 1998. Providing geotechnical
engineering, drilling, construction materials testing, and inspection
services. With in-house drilling services, an AASHTO-accredited
laboratory, and an experienced team of geotechnical engineers,
geologists, drillers, and technicians, we provide seamless project
delivery from initial planning and subsurface exploration through
final design and construction support.
All Traffic Counts
All Traffic Counts perform surveys and analysis by collecting
traffic data and processing to provide the maximum level of
accuracy. Their experienced experts and team of specialized
analyzers commit themselves to deliver reliable data essential
for comprehensive roadway and traffic projects to meet the
project schedule.
Landscape/Mature Trees & Community Engagement
Land Design, Inc. (LDI)
LDI is a full-service landscape architectural firm. They provide
planning and design services for transportation corridors
throughout Montana and the surrounding region. LDI’s experience
includes streetscape and landscape design, community
engagement support and graphics, construction documents,
specifications, cost estimating, and construction administration
construction administration.
Value Added Services
If the need arises on the project for either retaining walls or
miscellaneous structure design, Josh Springer has over 19 years of
structural design experience to develop solutions, in coordination
with SK Geotechnical, to provide cost-effective structures to
reduce impacts along the corridor. Spencer Dodge is well versed
in USDOT and FHWA grant application process and funding
requirements. He has successfully written discretionary grants
for clients across MDT for over $43.5M in the past 5 years.
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Stucky Road is evolving from a rural roadway into a critical east-west
collector corridor that will serve increasing residential, commercial, and
regional travel demands across southwest Bozeman. The corridor must
safely and efficiently accommodate motorists, pedestrians, bicyclists,
adjacent landowners, and utility infrastructure while supporting the
City’s long-term transportation objectives. Our approach is centered on
establishing corridor-specific design criteria at the onset of the project
through a collaborative process involving City staff, technical experts,
and key stakeholders. We recognize that the success of this project is
dependent on developing criteria that reflect the unique characteristics
of the corridor while remaining consistent with the City of Bozeman’s
transportation design standards, multimodal goals, and long-range vision.
Pre-Design Phase
The objective of our Pre-Design Phase will be to evaluate the functional
role of Stucky Road, projected traffic demands, multimodal needs,
access management considerations, safety performance, intersection
operations, utility requirements, and R/W constraints to develop a clear
design framework for the corridor. The resulting design memorandum will
document agreed-upon geometric criteria, operating speed expectations,
cross-section elements, multimodal facility requirements, and intersection
design assumptions that will guide all subsequent engineering evaluations
and alternative development efforts.
This type of corridor planning, pre-design, and alternative analysis is a
core strength of our team. We partner with our clients through the critical
front-end planning phase where establishing project-specific criteria,
evaluating alternatives, identifying fatal flaws, and building stakeholder
consensus are essential to project success. By defining project goals,
constraints and performance expectations before advancing alternative
concepts, we create a reliable framework for comparing alternatives
and clearly communicating benefits, tradeoffs, costs, and impacts to
stakeholders and the public. This approach minimizes redesign,
reduces project risk, and allows the team to focus on identifying the
right improvement, in the right location, at the right time.
Our extensive experience delivering projects that transform rural
roadways into urban transpiration corridors allows us to efficiently
navigate the pre-design process while maintaining flexibility to respond
to evolving project needs. We will proactively manage decision points,
coordinate closely with City staff, and maintain a nimble project delivery
approach that can be accelerated, as needed, to meet a dynamic project
schedule based on additional funding requirements.
Project Approach
Data Collection
Our team knows what information is needed and recognizes the importance
of capturing key datasets early to avoid missing critical seasonal windows
for data collection. Early collection of baseline information reduces
project risk, identifies potential constraints before alternatives are
developed, and provides key project decisions that are based on accurate
and defensible information. This effort will include cadastral and R/W
research, topographic, including mature trees, and boundary surveying,
utility investigations and early coordination, environmental and wetland
delineations, geotechnical exploration, hydraulic and drainage evaluations,
traffic counts, speed studies, and safety performance reviews. We will
also work closely with City staff, developers, and our teaming partners to
understand adjacent development plans and anticipated buildout timelines
so future traffic demands can be accurately incorporated into the analysis.
By integrating these findings across disciplines early in the project, the
team will develop a comprehensive understanding of existing conditions,
future growth pressures, and corridor constraints before advancing
alternative development.
Key Design Criteria Baseline Criteria Potential Modification Remarks
Clear Zone 16-18ft 12-14ft Clear Zone based on AADT. Reduce based on actual counts to avoid impacts to mature trees.
Boulevard 6ft 2ft Suggested reduced Boulevard to reduce impacts to R/W and impacts.
R/W Width 90ft 60ft
R/W width will require optimization to minimize impacts. Per City of Bozeman Fig B, R/W
width is identified to back of bench to back of bench. Complete streets features will be
incorporated and balanced with R/W impacts.
Shoulder Width N/A 2ft Anticipate Large Equipment Usage along with converting section to curb and gutter some
storage will be required. Further evaluation during Pre-Design is required.
HDR recognizes that traffic data collection will be the first
and most critical data-gathering effort of the project, as it
drives many key pre-design activities, including future traffic
projections, intersection evaluations, turn lane analyses, and
concept development. All Traffic Data, will collect traffic counts,
turning movement counts, speed studies, and other traffic data
to establish a reliable baseline of existing conditions and support
development of future traffic forecasts.
Pre-Design Phase
Project setup, data collection, establish context specific design
c.riteria, identify impacts, conceptual design, alternative analysis and public outreach to determine a preferred alternative.
Tasks
Task 1: Develop Design Criteria & Data Collection
Task 2: Community Engagement
Finalize Community Engagement Plan from the City, Establish
Project Website & Outreach Schedule
Task 3: Traffic Analysis & Concept Development
Conduct traffic and environmental analyses, evaluate
pavement section and typical section alternatives, horizontal
alignment and widening alternatives
Task 4: Intersection Evaluations
Intersection evaluations at the 19th Street and Fowler
Avenue intersections
Task 5: Preliminary Storm Drainage, Irrigation & Utility Design
Task 6: Alternative Analysis & Pre-Design Report
Evaluate typical section alternatives, roadway lighting,
potential r/w and utility impacts, intersection improvements,
storm drainage alternatives, irrigation relocations, and
preliminary construction costs for each alternative to select
the preferred alternative.
Engagement Activities
Establish engagement strategy and identify key stakeholders,
determine in-person and on-line meetings during the pre-
design phase of the project, pop-ups and other outreach
events, City Commission presentation.
Proposed Key Design Criteria
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Survey
In order to properly identify construction limits and potential impacts,
a solid understanding of existing conditions is needed. HDR will reach
out to landowners upon NTP to begin working through property access
agreements, landscaping, irrigation or other types of infrastructure
along this segment of Stucky Road. By leveraging GIS, we can track
property status, field notes, landowner comments, or other key
information to share with the project team and keep tasks moving
forward. Stahly will collaborate with the design team to determine
critical survey needs to provide added efficiencies in our field work and
preliminary design evaluation.
Survey Proof
As part of Stahly’s South University District project, the core project
team had a collaborative approach to this multi-disciplinary project
throughout design development by providing clear communication,
consistent project knowledge, and solutions tailored to fit the goals of
the project. Stahly was also able to mobilize quickly on the City’s Gooch
Hill Lift Station project to provide survey data to the design and keep the
project moving forward.
Geotechnical
As part of the data collection process, SK Geotechnical will complete
standard penetration test borings along the existing roadway at 800 to
1000-foot intervals. Additional borings will be needed off the roadway
surface to evaluate topsoil thicknesses in widening areas. Two boring
will be completed as groundwater monitoring wells instrumented
with data loggers to better capture groundwater levels and seasonal
variation. The monitoring wells and data loggers will be installed
early in the preliminary design to capture a full year of seasonal
variation. Recommendations for utility installation, pavement subgrade
preparation, culverts, and signals will then be provided along with a
benefit cost analysis of preserving the existing road section. The use of
high performance geosynthetics will be evaluated if soft, clay subgrades
are anticipated.
Based on nearby soil boring completed by SK Geotechnical, we
anticipate the soil profile in future widened areas will consist of fairly
deep topsoil overlying a thin clay layer and then gravel alluvium. Beneath
the existing roadway, a buried topsoil layer may be present over the
native clays. Shallow groundwater is likely present at a depth of about 5
feet. Appropriate dewatering will be needed for new utilities, removal of
deep topsoil and constructing roadways over soft, wet, clay subgrades.
Special considerations will be provided for stormwater infiltration
facilities due to shallow groundwater conditions.
Geotechnical Proof
HDR and SK Geotechnical evaluated existing pavement conditions,
subsurface soils, drainage features, and corridor constraints to
develop context-sensitive roadway widening and reconstruction
recommendations on the Whitefish Stage Road Improvements project.
Our close integration between roadway and geotechnical disciplines
allowed the team to develop a targeted subsurface investigation
program focused specifically on groundwater characterization, culvert
design, pavement design, and infiltration testing needs, avoiding
unnecessary exploration while still obtaining the data required to
support critical design decisions. This coordinated approach improved
efficiency, reduced investigation costs, accelerated project development,
and provided the design team with the information needed to evaluate
corridor-specific solutions. The roadway widening recommendations
balanced long-term performance, constructability, and life-cycle costs
while adapting to changing corridor conditions rather than applying a
one-size-fits-all solution. The success of this partnership demonstrated
how early collaboration between disciplines can streamline project
delivery, reduce risk, and provide owners with a more cost-effective and
defensible design process. SK has also provided geotechnical analysis
and design for the following local projects:
•N 7th Avenue Bozeman
•Simkins-Hallins Development
•Pedestrian Trail – Four Corners
•Grace Baptist Church (on south side of Stucky Road)
•Fowler Avenue
•East Griffin Drive, and
•Story Mill Drive
•Gallatin County Transfer Station
•Bozeman 5.3MG Water Tank
•Baxter-Love Lane Roundabout
Public Engagement & Stakeholder Collaboration
As the City continues to develop the Community Engagement
Report & Document, HDR will help guide the project team through
community engagement and the decision-making process starting
with the pre-design phase of the project. We will work with the City
to finalize the public engagement plan for this specific project, taking
into consideration lessons learned and success on past projects in the
Bozeman area. HDR’s community engagement efforts will be led by
Brittany Cremer, who has extensive experience delivering successful
projects across the region, including the MDT N 19th Avenue - Bozeman,
US-191/MT-64 Optimization Plan, and the Off-System Bridge Study
and Implementation Plan. Britt will partner with Lisa Fischer, our local
Project Manager, who will oversee design development and inform the
public and stakeholders when key decision points are encountered and
help lead engagement activities throughout design development to
provide a transparent “you said, we did” feedback loop to show how
input influences the design process. Lessons learned from the Engage
Bozeman Community Engagement Initiative will guide refinements to
our target audiences, messaging, and overall engagement approach.
We propose a flexible approach combining online input opportunities,
like self-guided virtual meetings with in-person feedback opportunities
like onsite walk and talks and open houses. Combining online options
with in-person connections provides opportunities to engage in
dialog through various mediums and amplifies the likelihood for more
diverse participation.
Our Engagement Toolbox
HDR can employ a range of creative and flexible engagement tools,
including virtual and in-person events, interactive online tools, and
digital comment options that allow residents to participate when and
how it works best for them. Targeted outreach will allow traditionally
underrepresented groups, such as low-income households, people with
disabilities, minority populations, older adults, and housing-insecure
residents, to participate in meaningful conversations. Outreach methods
include building partnerships with trusted community organizations,
generating accessible and plain language materials, crafting translation-
ready content, and offering multiple low-barrier ways to provide input,
such as pop-up events and focus groups.
Stakeholder Work Groups
Conducted to understand opportunities and challenges to multimodal
transportation for students, local business owners, homeowner’s
associations, employers, and mobility-challenged community
members, such as older adults and people using mobility devices.
These workgroups bring multiple perspectives to the table, which
leads to improved technical quality; faster and better decision-making;
stakeholder buy-in and transparency; and efficient information sharing.
US-191/MT-64 Community Engagement
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Engagement Flexibility & Adaptability
In consideration of the impacts of potential community discourse
or unforeseen conflicts in the community, we will remain agile
with our engagement strategies to best respond to unexpected
events. We have found that remaining flexible and developing
multiple communication methods can provide options to people
in these circumstances who may be hesitant to participate. As
sentiment related to the project begins to develop—then shift—
so will our communications and outreach strategy. Talking points,
engagement touch points, and messaging will evolve along a
parallel path.
Progress & Transparency
As part of the development of the Public Engagement Plan, we
will leverage the Engage Bozeman platform to show areas of
focus, communicate important project details and milestones,
and gather public feedback. All public-facing materials and
final deliverables will meet digital accessibility requirements.
HDR is committed to ensuring materials and methodologies of
distributing and displaying digital content and all information
and communication technology (ICT) is accessible to everyone
including individuals who utilize assistive technology. Our
recommended outreach and engagement strategies and tactics
provide the opportunity for active participation within the
public involvement process from individuals with disabilities.
Our Section 508 Digital Engagement Task Force is comprised
of subject matter experts and document remediations that
not only understand the requirements that surround Section
508 and WCAG 2.1 AA, AODA and ADA Standards for Effective
Communication, but apply these practices throughout the
lifecycle of document creation. HDR utilizes multiple tools to test
for document compliance. Electronically, HDR utilizes the PDF
Accessibility Checker (PAC) 2024, 2021 and 3, The Adobe Acrobat
Accessibility Checker, and NVDA Screen Reader software to test
for user experience.
Stakeholder and public comments will be logged into a database
viewable to the City at any time. Any points of escalation or
friction will be raised with the City immediately with an emphasis
on timely feedback responses to the public. Public Involvement
updates will be provided during routine team project meetings
with periodic Public Involvement progress reports provided at the
City’s request.
Traffic & Safety Analysis
The traffic operations and safety analyses will guide intersection and corridor
recommendations. HDR will utilize existing traffic counts, turning movement data, speed
studies, crash history, applicable traffic impact studies and proposed land developments
to develop future traffic forecasts that will establish design year traffic volumes. Potential
intersection control types including roundabouts, traffic signals, all-way stop control, and
other context-sensitive treatments such as a continuous green tee—will be evaluated to
determine their ability to accommodate projected traffic demand and improve overall
intersection performance.
HDR will review the past five years of crash history along the corridor to identify trends,
hot spots, and deficiencies that will be addressed by this project. Safety will be assessed
concurrently with operations using Crash Modification Factors (CMFs) and industry-accepted
safety performance methodologies. We will use HDR’s crash analysis tool to quantify the
expected safety benefits associated with each intersection control-type by estimating
changes in crash frequency and severity. HDR’s crash analysis tool reports crash data in a
series of formatted tables and charts that can be incorporated into the alternatives analysis
to document the safety analysis and expected crash modification rates, streamlining the
report development.
Concept Development
One of the most critical aspects of an alternatives analysis is establishing the project
footprint as early as possible and with a high degree of confidence. Decisions regarding R/W
acquisition, utility coordination, environmental impacts, and project costs are all dependent
upon a realistic understanding of the ultimate footprint of each alternative.
Our team has extensive experience developing concept-level designs that accurately define
the project limits early in the study process, allowing for comprehensive, reliable evaluation of
alternatives. Our team has already started looking at corridor challenges and constraints and
identified a few potential solutions for the intersection alternative analysis. The concepts on
the following page demonstrate the level of detail required to support stakeholder decision
making. Our team’s experience allows us to look for opportunities to maximize the use of
existing R/W and reduce project impacts. Where some concepts may be straightforward
with predictable impacts, roundabouts require a separate evaluation to identify the preferred
location for the roundabout concept, especially on a corridor that accommodates large
industrial or oversized agricultural vehicles. HDR’s in-house roundabout design tool
is used to evaluate speeds, speed differentials and sight distance requirements,
validating the roundabout geometry as the concept is developed. Our approach
to concept development reduces uncertainty, improves cost estimating, supports
stakeholder discussions, and minimizes the likelihood of significant changes during
subsequent project phases.
Traffic Analysis & Concept Development Proof
As part of the Whitefish Stage Road project, the south
2.5-mile section of the corridor has experienced increased
urban development and growth, requiring a different
approach than the typical secondary roads project for
MDT. Through collaboration and coordination with
adjacent developments, Flathead County, MDT and other
key stakeholders, HDR has determined a roadway typical
section, stormwater facilities, and access control that
will help accommodate future expansion in the area and
maintaining a focus on safety through concept design and
alternative analysis.
Traffic/Safety Analysis & Concept Development
Identifying the footprint of proposed improvements along Stucky Road is critical to
meeting the project schedule. To accelerate the concept designs, HDR will apply the
design criteria and begin conceptualizing improvements while completing the existing
and future traffic analysis.
Stucky Road & Fowler Avenue Intersection
HDR’s In-House Roundabout Design Tool
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R/W Evaluation
The Stucky Road corridor presents several Right-of-Way (R/W)
challenges that will be identified and addressed early in design to
avoid unnecessary property impacts, reduce acquisition risk, and
keep the project moving on schedule. Based on our initial review
of the corridor, the project includes a mix of ownerships including
private rural properties, LLC-owned commercial properties, open
space parcels, church property, and property owned by Montana
State University (MSU). Several parcels remain within Gallatin
County jurisdiction while others are located within the City of
Bozeman, requiring coordination with multiple agencies. In addition,
several irrigation ditch crossings will require early coordination
with the affected ditch companies to identify permit requirements
and crossing details. Adjacent development activity and proposed
subdivisions will also be evaluated to determine whether proposed
public R/W dedications can satisfy portions of the corridor width,
reducing acquisition costs and impacts.
Clear Route believes the most effective R/W acquisition begins
well before final design. During the Pre-Design Phase, we would
work closely with the design team to evaluate ownership needs,
anticipated private property impacts, irrigation facilities, and
development plan constraints while the roadway layout remains
flexible. Early involvement gives the design team an opportunity
to adjust the alignment before property impacts become difficult
or expensive to avoid. We will provide parcel-by-parcel acquisition
feasibility reviews, recommend alignment refinements that reduce
property impacts while maintaining project objectives, identify
opportunities for R/W dedications, coordinate with MSU on specific
needs, work with AGAI (The Association of Gallatin Agricultural
Irrigators) and local irrigators on needs, and advise the design team
on features that may unnecessarily complicate negotiations.
Environmental
A review of existing information identified several potential emergent
wetland areas located adjacent to and paralleling the roadway. Some
wetlands appear associated with roadside ditches, and some are
associated with intermittent streams, including Baxter Creek, that
flow through the project area. The aquatic resources will need to be
field verified through a detailed wetland and stream delineation. HDR
environmental staff will complete the delineations in accordance with
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) procedures to support the
environmental permitting effort for the project. An important aspect
to this effort is providing a preliminary jurisdictional determination
of the wetlands potentially impacted by the project because some
wetlands may not meet the criteria for USACE jurisdiction as a
“waters of the U.S.” per recent regulatory changes.
The results of the aquatic resource delineation will be mapped and
submitted to the USACE if required for permitting. The aquatic
resource information will be brought into our design files to identify
potential impacts from the project and implement avoidance and
minimization measures into the design. Our field investigation will
also include documentation of other sensitive or protected resources
that should be considered and avoided during the Pre-Design Phase.
If a federal nexus is triggered due to requiring a Section 404 permit, there is
a possibility the USACE will require a cultural resources survey for any newly
acquired R/W to comply with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation
Act or potentially an evaluation of threatened or endangered species to comply
with the Endangered Species Act. HDR has substantial experience in completing
these evaluations to comply with federal regulations. Our approach will include
holding a pre-application meeting with the USACE to introduce the project and
determine the agency requirements well in advance of the permitting phase as
to avoid impacts to the schedule.
Environmental Proof
HDR successfully applied this approach on the City of Billings Monad Road
Improvements project and the City of Missoula Downtown Safety, Access,
and Mobility Project, where environmental constraints, drainage features,
permitting requirements, and urban infrastructure considerations required
close coordination between environmental, roadway, utility, and stakeholder
teams. On both projects, HDR completed early environmental investigations and
resource assessments to identify potential permitting requirements, evaluate
project impacts, and guide alternatives development before design decisions
were finalized. By incorporating environmental constraints directly into the
design process, the team was able to implement avoidance and minimization
measures early, reducing project risk, improving permitting predictability, and
maintaining project schedules.
These projects also demonstrate HDR’s ability to navigate complex regulatory
environments through proactive coordination with federal, state, and local
resource agencies. Our environmental specialists worked closely with project
managers and designers to identify permitting pathways, establish critical
impact thresholds, and develop practical solutions that balanced infrastructure
needs with environmental stewardship. This collaborative approach allowed
environmental considerations to become a design tool rather than a project
constraint, helping agencies make informed decisions, avoid unnecessary
mitigation costs, and advance projects.
Legend
1 - Future development tie-ins
2 - Intersection Improvements
3 - Key R/W Parcels
4 - Existing Irrigation
5 - Access Management/Imrprovements
6 - Multi Model Capacity Improvements
7 - Existing Utilities may require relocation
8 - S 19th Improvements
9 - Stormwater Improvements
Overhead Utilities
Stream
Wetland
SB 19th Through Lane
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Private Development
(Stahly Design)
Potential challenges along the Stucky Road Reconstruction Project that will be evaluated throughout the design of the project.
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Although not requested in the RFP, HDR is able to assist
the City with securing any necessary environmental
permits for the project. HDR has significant experience
working with the USACE, DEQ, MTFWP, and local
Conservation Districts. We routinely assist MDT and
other municipalities in this capacity. We can monitor and
report on wetland and vegetation restoration post-
construction and are also a term consultant with the City
to perform third-party environmental permit reviews on
development projects.
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Typical Section
Once the design criteria and existing conditions
framework have been established, our team will focus
on developing a corridor typical section that balances
the operational needs of an urban collector with the
physical realities of the corridor between Fowler
Avenue and South 19th Avenue. Available right-of-way,
adjacent development, utility infrastructure, drainage
features, environmental constraints, and multimodal
objectives will all influence how the roadway ultimately
fits within the existing context. Rather than applying
a uniform section throughout the corridor, we will
evaluate how design speed, lane widths, separated
bicycle and pedestrian facilities, boulevard/buffer
space, drainage infrastructure, and access management
can work together to create a functional and context-
sensitive roadway that supports the City’s long-term
transportation vision while minimizing impacts to
adjacent properties and existing infrastructure. Our
team will evaluate the typical section and incorporate
complete street features to the extent feasible based
on coordinating with the City of Bozeman and the City’s
complete street policy. Strategic alignment refinements
will be considered where they can reduce right-of-way
acquisition, avoid utility conflicts, preserve existing
features, improve sight distance, and enhance overall
corridor safety. The resulting typical section will provide
the foundation for evaluating corridor alternatives and
ensuring that future intersection improvements, turn
lane needs, access control strategies, and multimodal
accommodations are developed within a cohesive and
technically defensible corridor vision.
Stormwater & Irrigation Alternative Analysis
The proposed project has numerous drainage and irrigation challenges that are enhanced
by the developing urban-rural interface along Stucky Road. The existing and proposed
development along the project corridor will need to be taken into consideration as part
of the project drainage design as well as perpetuating the existing irrigation facilities
located both parallel and perpendicular to Stucky Road, high local groundwater that
may impact stormwater management facility design, and the need to manage increased
and channelized stormwater runoff resulting from the project. This includes both
stormwater water quantity (peak flow attenuation) and quality (stormwater treatment)
mitigation considerations to match or improved pre-development levels and meet MS4
permit requirements.
Step 1
Understanding key challenges on an individual basis to better identify risks, constraints,
and opportunities. A desktop review of available information will be completed along
with field reviews and investigations, including soil and groundwater geotechnical
investigations, and communication with key stakeholders such as the Middle Creek
Ditch Company, adjacent landowners, and Gallatin County, MDT and developers. This
information will be utilized to develop design criteria, constraints, and assumptions for
drainage and irrigation design for the project. Potential drainage and irrigation design
opportunities will also be evaluated which could include leveraging existing irrigation
facilities for managing stormwater runoff, consideration of regional stormwater
management facilities and the use of adjacent wetland areas to provide stormwater
water quality mitigation.
Step 2
Conceptual drainage and irrigation design development in conjunction with
roadway design alternatives for alternative analysis and evaluation. Compile
existing hydrologic and hydraulic analysis of the project corridor including
analyzing different rainfall storm events to help evaluate and inform risk. As
part of this effort, it’s recommended that the use of current NOAA Atlas 14
rainfall data be considered in addition to the rainfall data identified in the
City of Bozeman Design and Construction Standards. NOAA Atlas identifies
24-hour precipitation depths approximately 20 and 30% higher than current
City of Bozeman Design and Construction Standards for the 10- and 100-year
storm events, and 5-minute precipitation intensities approximately 20% and
30% higher for the 10- and 100-year storm events, respectively. Conceptual
drainage and irrigation designs will be developed to a level of detail consistent
with the road design to help identify potential fatal flaws and to compile
preliminary construction cost estimates and alternative analysis evaluations.
Step 3
Select the preferred alternative through a collaborative process with the City
to inform the 30% design. The drainage design may incorporate an open and/
or closed drainage system(s) and stormwater management facilities designed
to provide required stormwater water quality and quantity mitigation. A
key focus of the proposed drainage design will be to solicit input from the
City to develop a design that adequately meets the current and future
needs and considers operation and maintenance requirements as well as
aesthetics. Soliciting input from existing development and landowners is also
recommended but will be evaluated at the City’s discretion. A Stormwater
Drainage Plan Report will be developed to document the drainage design,
including all design criteria and assumptions, in accordance with City of
Bozeman Design and Construction Standards. This is a critical document that
will be referenced for future design development.
This conceptual streetscape approach
could preserve existing mature trees
while creating a landscaped boulevard
that strengthens the connection
to Bozeman’s natural landscape.
Sight distance and other safety
considerations will need to be vetted
when evaluating landscaping options.
Water-wise planting strategies
could further support a resilient,
sustainable corridor.
Stahly has extensive experience integrating irrigation infrastructure into
transportation and development projects through coordination with ditch
companies, landowners, and municipal partners. For projects near Stucky
Road, our team has worked with the Middle Creek Ditch Company, City
of Bozeman, and adjacent property owners to evaluate impacts, develop
relocation strategies, and maintain irrigation operations. Stahly has already
completed a conceptual design of over half of the section of Stucky that
is being studied—coordinating detention ponds within proposed parks of
the adjacent subdivision. Our experience includes piping irrigation laterals,
relocating ditches outside City right-of-way, and improving headgates
for efficiency. Stahly’s approach emphasizes proactive communication,
collaboration, and practical solutions.
Aaker Subdivision Master Plan
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Stormwater & Irrigation Proof
The Mullowney Lane Reconstruction project in Billings lacked an established outfall
to use for a new storm drain system designed for the corridor. HDR coordinated with
the local irrigation district and developed a design that integrated existing irrigation
facilities for managing stormwater runoff from the project. The design included a
new irrigation wasteway structure to offload additional stormwater runoff and route
it to an existing stormwater outfall. This innovative design significantly decreased
the required new stormwater as well as new outfall permitting requirements.
Similarly, the South Avenue project in Missoula entailed roadway reconstruction
which included the addition of a shared use path and new curb and gutter that ran
parallel to existing irrigation facilities. The proposed design was developed to avoid
impacts to existing irrigation facilities to the extent practicable. Irrigation facility
relocation was also incorporated within the project limits. Significant up-front
coordination with the local irrigation district and field reviews were required as part
of this design effort. The MDT West of Missoula – NW and Lockwood Interchange
- Billings projects both include drainage designs that are being developed adjacent
to significant existing irrigation facilities. Where impacts are unavoidable, irrigation
designs are being perpetuated to maintain irrigation operations. Finally, the Mullan
BUILD project in Missoula included a creative design that managed stormwater
locally due to the lack of existing outfalls. The design also provided stormwater
water quality mitigation (stormwater treatment) and managed the 100-year storm
event without flooding. The HDR team will leverage this experience to efficiently
develop drainage and irrigation designs that effectively meet the current and future
needs of the project and the City of Bozeman.
Alternative Development & Evaluation
Building upon the established design criteria, existing conditions data, and corridor typical sections, HDR will advance into a structured
alternatives development and evaluation process focused on identifying a balanced and implementable corridor solution. Consistent with
the US-191/MT-64 Feasibility Study, Whitefish Rail Corridor Crossing Study, and other Intersection Control Evaluations (ICE), alternatives
will be developed and evaluated using a transparent, data-driven decision-making framework that incorporates engineering requirements,
stakeholder values, implementation considerations, and long-term corridor objectives. Rather than evaluating alternatives solely on
their ability to fit within the corridor, our team will assess how each option performs relative to corridor mobility, safety, multimodal
connectivity, constructability, environmental impacts, utility conflicts, right-of-way requirements, and overall value to the City. The goal is
to identify the solution that provides the greatest long-term benefit while balancing cost, impacts, and community expectations.
A weighted evaluation matrix will be developed in collaboration with City staff and key stakeholders to measure alternatives against criteria
that reflect the project’s goals and priorities. The matrix will serve as a consistent framework for comparing corridor alignments, typical
sections, intersection concepts, and multimodal facility configurations. Evaluation criteria will consider factors such as transportation
operations, safety performance, multimodal accessibility, consistency with City plans, environmental and wetland impacts, utility
relocations, right-of-way acquisition and property impacts, construction complexity, lifecycle costs, and future expandability to provide a
transparent and defensible basis for recommending a preferred alternative.
Each alternative will be supported by planning-level cost estimates and right-of-way impact assessments to understand both initial
investment requirements and long-term implementation feasibility. Working closely with right-of-way specialists, the team will identify
property acquisition needs, access impacts, easement requirements, and opportunities to minimize impacts through design refinements.
These findings will be compared alongside anticipated utility relocation costs, environmental mitigation requirements, and construction
costs to provide the City with a clear understanding of the tradeoffs associated with each alternative. This information will also form the
basis for evaluating potential project phasing opportunities and determining whether portions of the corridor should be advanced as
independent projects to better align with funding availability and implementation priorities.Fowler Ave1
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This concept shifted east to avoid impacts to developed parcel
Median treatment evaluated to minimize corridor R/W impacts
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Smaller footprint at intersection than other concepts
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Similar footprint as traffic signal concept
Minimal maintenance costs
Dedicated acceleration lane reduces potential of right angle crashes
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Our team will assess potential construction sequencing strategies, maintenance-of-
traffic approaches, and overall constructability as alternatives are evaluated. This
includes identifying opportunities for phased construction, temporary alignments,
utility relocation sequencing, and traffic management strategies ranging from single-
lane operations and flagging to localized closures or detours where warranted.
Understanding how each alternative can be constructed is particularly important on a
corridor that serves growing residential neighborhoods and regional traffic demands.
By evaluating construction impacts alongside operational benefits, the project team can
identify alternatives that not only perform well in the long term but can also be delivered
efficiently with manageable impacts to the traveling public.
The final step of the alternative’s evaluation process will focus on implementation
planning. Recognizing that corridor needs often exceed available funding, HDR will
evaluate opportunities to phase improvements and package projects in a manner that
maximizes benefit while maintaining flexibility for future expansion. Potential local,
state, federal, and development-related funding sources will be identified and matched
with project elements based on eligibility and competitiveness. The team will consider
both corridor-wide solutions and targeted improvements that may provide significant
operational or safety benefits while positioning the City for future grant opportunities.
The result will be a prioritized and defensible set of corridor recommendations,
supported by a clear understanding of costs, impacts, constructability, and funding
pathways, providing the City with a practical roadmap for implementation over the
coming years.
Alternative Development Proof
HDR recently applied this same Context Sensitive Solutions (CSS) and data-driven
evaluation framework during the US 191/MT 64 Optimization Plan in the Big Sky area,
where numerous corridor and intersection improvement concepts were screened
and prioritized using a collaborative process that balanced traffic operations, safety,
multimodal considerations, environmental constraints, stakeholder priorities, funding
realities, and implementation feasibility. Through a structured evaluation process
involving MDT, local agencies, property owners, community stakeholders, and the public,
HDR helped establish consensus around a prioritized set of corridor improvements
and implementation strategies, demonstrating our ability to transform complex
transportation challenges into practical, defensible, and fundable recommendations.
Design Phase
With a preferred alternative identified and a clear understanding of
corridor needs established during Pre-Design, HDR will transition
the project into final design by refining the recommended
improvements into a practical, fundable, and constructible
solution. The collaborative decision-making process used during
alternative development will carry forward into design as we
continue working alongside City staff, stakeholders, utility
providers, adjacent landowners, and the public to advance the
project toward implementation. Throughout this phase, we will
focus on maintaining project momentum, resolving remaining
corridor constraints, and balancing transportation, utility, right-
of-way, and community priorities while preserving the vision
established during Pre-Design. As design progresses, our team
will evaluate implementation strategies, construction sequencing,
funding opportunities, and project phasing considerations to
help the City maximize available resources and position the
corridor for successful construction. The result will be a set of
well-coordinated, construction-ready documents supported by
proactive stakeholder coordination, thoughtful risk management,
and a clear path toward project delivery.
Funding Plan Assistance
As the preferred alternative advances into final design, HDR will
work with the City to evaluate funding opportunities, project
phasing, and implementation strategies that align with available
resources and long-term corridor needs. Building on the cost
estimates and phasing concepts developed during Pre-Design, we
will help identify practical pathways for advancing improvements
while maintaining the overall corridor vision.
Potential funding mechanisms may include proportional-share
agreements, cash-in-lieu contributions, payback districts,
special improvement districts, developer participation, and
grant funding opportunities. Drawing on our experience with
municipal infrastructure programs across Montana, we will work
collaboratively with the City to identify eligible improvements,
quantify cost participation, and develop a sustainable funding
approach for roadway, multimodal, utility, and drainage
infrastructure. Tim Erickson and Spencer Dodge will also assist in
evaluating potential state and federal funding opportunities.
The outcome will be a realistic implementation roadmap that
supports phased construction and positions the project to advance
efficiently into final design and development of construction-ready
plans, specifications, and estimates.
Public Engagement
We will build on the momentum and relationships generated during
the Pre-Design Phase effort and will continue to coordinate with key
stakeholders and keep the public informed of the design progress.
Effectively communicating the alternative analysis process and how
the preferred alternative was selected will be key to aid in building
public awareness and education of the project. Our team will
compile an analysis of this feedback following Pre-Design to help
inform the design phase. If public preferences and recommendations
cannot be folded into final design plans, our team will proactively
and effectively explain to interested parties and stakeholders why
that is the case. Providing a consistent approach from Pre-Design
through construction will help define expectations, build consensus
among stakeholder groups, and build trust between the public and
project team.
Design Phase
Continue design development of preferred alternative and progress
the design from concept-level to final design. Continue public
outreach and utility coordination to get input of key design features
from the public and key stakeholders. Determine project splits and
construction schedule.
Tasks
Project Management
Progress memos, budget tracking, schedule, and risk updates,
team meetings.
Task 7: Community Engagement
Refine Engagement Strategy based on Pre-Design Phase of the
project. Continue landowner outreach to finalize R/W acquisition.
Task 8: Preliminary 30% Design Plans
Finalize alignment and grade, refine construction footprint, property
impacts, access control, and utility relocation
*Task 9: 70% Design
Develop 70% design plans and draft special provisions
*Task 10: 90% Design
Address comments and finalize plans and special provisions for the
project. Compile final design reports, and utility permits.
Task 11: Final PS&E
Prepare final project specifications, details, special provisions, bid
quantities, and probable construction cost estimate.
Task 12: Public Involvement “What we heard/What we did” Report
* HDR has also implemented a collaborative 30%, 70% & Final PS&E project delivery schedule for our municipal clients to help streamline design development and the public outreach process.
Engagement Activities
Open house meeting and/or walking tour, online meetings, pop-ups
or other outreach events, City Commission presentation.
19th Avenue Intersection Improvements
Intersection improvements at the 19th Avenue intersection will be included as part of
the alternative analysis. Traffic operations continues to be a concern at this intersection
as traffic on Stucky Road continues to grow due to traffic pattern changes and new
developments. Adding a southbound through lane is one opportunity to improve operations
but other safety enhancements will also be evaluated while also taking into consideration
pedestrian crossing distances, sight distance, driver expectations and other bike/ped
connections near MSU, the adjacent church and other destinations in the area. Providing
updates to MDT and other key stakeholders throughout the design process will also be part
of the public outreach efforts to keep our parters informed of potential improvements and
overall project status.
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Utility Coordination
As part of the design phase, we will identify potential conflicts,
pothole necessary utilities and coordinate with utility owners
for any relocations needed. Our team brings a unique advantage
through longstanding relationships and trusted partnerships with
utility providers across Montana. We provide key team members
that have worked both for and alongside Northwestern Energy
and other major utility owners, providing firsthand knowledge of
utility processes, design standards, scheduling constraints, and
relocation requirements. This experience allows us to engage
utilities early, establish realistic relocation strategies, develop
accurate utility relocation cost estimates, and build rapport with
decision-makers before critical project milestones are reached.
Rather than reacting to conflicts as they emerge, we proactively
facilitate discussions, identify mutually beneficial solutions, and
create achievable relocation schedules that support overall project
delivery. During the design we will continue to use the Utility
Coordination Matrix as a living resource to monitor relocation
progress and resolve unforeseen conflicts quickly. Through
early engagement, transparent communication, and proven
utility coordination expertise, we will help streamline the utility
relocation process, reduce project risk, and keep the Stucky Road
corridor improvements moving efficiently from design through
construction completion.
R/W Acquisition
Following development of the preferred design, Clear Route will
prepare detailed acquisition agreement packages and coordinate
all appraisal activities in accordance with applicable local and state
requirements. Independent appraisals will likely be required for
the more complex acquisitions, while waiver valuations may be
appropriate for uncomplicated acquisitions. Particular attention will
be given to specialty ownerships, including MSU property, which
will require coordination with MSU Office of Facilities Services
staff and approval by the Montana Board of Regents before
conveyance of property interests can occur. Acquisition of church-
owned property will likewise require coordination with church
leadership and leadership bodies to provide adequate review and
authorization. Throughout the acquisition process, Clear Route
will keep the City, design team, and property owners informed as
negotiations progress. If issues arise that could affect the project,
we’ll identify them early so the team can evaluate alternatives
before they become schedule or cost impacts. Our goal is to
complete acquisitions through voluntary agreements whenever
possible while providing the documentation and support necessary
should additional acquisition measures become necessary.
Water Main
Reconstruction of Stucky Road, from Fowler Avenue to S 19th Avenue, provides
the City with an ideal time and opportunity to enhance the City’s water
distribution system by extending and looping the 24-inch water main that
currently exists along 19th Avenue as well as the smaller distribution water
mains just north of West Graf Street. The water main extension, currently
proposed to be a 16-inch diameter pipe, will further enhance supply for existing
demands, improve system reliability, as well as meet future system demands
which will help support planned development within this area. The water main
extension is anticipated to begin at the existing 24-inch x 8-inch tee located
at the intersection of 19th Avenue and Stucky Road and extend west towards
Fowler Avenue. As the roadway’s pre-design and subsequent design alternatives
begin to take shape, the design and installation of the water main across this
busy intersection will be weaved into any intersection improvements that may
be required. However, if no significant intersection improvements are required,
the water main can very easily, and with little disturbance to through traffic,
be jack and bored underneath 19th Avenue, and the existing tee replaced with
a 24-inch x 16-inch x 8-inch cross. As the water main extension expands west,
it will be designed and constructed within the City’s R/W to allow for ease of
future maintenance. The alignment of the new 16-inch ductile iron water main
will be have a polyethylene encasement, unless it is determined that non-
corrosive soils exist along the proposed alignment, and designed in accordance
with Montana DEQ requirements and City of Bozeman Design and Construction
Standards, including horizontal and vertical separation requirements from the
existing gravity sewer and other existing utilities, dry or wet, while keeping the
location of future utilities in mind from a planning standpoint. Dependent upon
the roadway width, the new water main extension will be set back from the R/W
lines accordingly and will be installed at a minimum depth of 6 ½’ below final
roadway grade.
During the water main design, HDR will verify the actual proposed diameter
based on the ability to meet Maximum Day Demand (MDD) plus Fire Flow and
Peak Hour Demand (PHD) while keeping the working residual pressure above
20 psi under MDD and above 50 psi under PHD. The water main extension
will include connections to the Genesis Business Park providing looping for
existing water mains that currently serve that area, and new connections to the
south along South 27th Avenue (to Bennett Blvd.) and to the south for South
31st Avenue. Water main valves and fittings will be placed to provide adequate
isolation, where necessary, and hydrants will be located in areas not to exceed
300-350 feet, but also in key areas to allow for flushing to create high-velocity
flows to scour accumulated mineral deposits, sediment, and to maintain the
City’s drinking water-quality standard where demand may remain low until
development begins. Contingent upon the phasing and roadway reconstruction
approach, it is anticipated the water main extension will be installed via open cut
excavation concurrent with the roadway work to minimize the disturbance to
traffic and the surrounding neighborhoods.
Final Design
As part of the Final Design phase of the project, HDR will integrate
constructability reviews and finalize maintenance of traffic (MOT)
for the project. This will also include determining project phasing,
if needed, to break out the design packages for bidding based on
the City’s current available funding, R/W acquisition status, and
any remaining annexation for utility tie-ins. Temporary project
connections, or tie-ins will be designed to accommodate interim
conditions due to project splits. The following sections help outline
the development of these final deliverables.
Landscaping/Mature Trees
Land Design, Inc. (LDI) will support the design process by
incorporating findings from the Pre-Design Phase into landscape
architecture and tree preservation strategies that align with project
goals and community priorities. LDI will coordinate with HDR, the
City, and project stakeholders to develop landscape solutions that
preserve existing site character, incorporate climate-adapted planting
strategies, and support efficient use of water resources. Through
thoughtful plant selection, irrigation considerations, and sustainable
landscape practices, LDI will help create functional, maintainable
improvements that support the City’s long-term water conservation
goals. LDI’s experience with public projects throughout Montana will
help the team balance community character, resource stewardship,
constructability, and long-term project needs as improvements
move forward.
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Geometrics
Once the preferred alternative is selected, HDR will transition the corridor from a planning-level concept
into a detailed, construction-ready design. The design criteria established during Pre-Design will provide the
framework for refining the roadway, multimodal facilities, intersection improvements, drainage systems, utilities,
signing, striping, lighting and electrical, and other corridor enhancements into an integrated solution that
balances safety, operations, constructability, and community priorities.
During the 30% design phase, the team will focus on translating the preferred concept into a cohesive corridor
layout by refining roadway geometry, intersection concepts, multimodal accommodations, and preliminary
drainage and utility improvements. Findings from the traffic analysis and ICE will be incorporated to confirm
operational needs and establish the geometric foundation of the project. This milestone will also provide an
opportunity to validate assumptions developed during the Pre-Design Phase and confirm that the proposed
improvements continue to align with project goals, stakeholder input, and corridor constraints.
As the project advances to 60% design, the focus will shift toward optimization and coordination. Horizontal
and vertical alignments, grading, intersection details, and shared use path design will be further refined
while utility conflicts, right-of-way requirements, drainage infrastructure, and irrigation facilities are more
fully integrated into the design. Ongoing coordination with utility providers, adjacent property owners, and
stakeholders will help resolve conflicts early and support development of a practical construction approach.
Throughout this process, HDR will look for opportunities to minimize impacts to adjacent properties,
accommodate existing corridor features, and address site-specific considerations such as the MSU property and
anticipated development activity.
As final design is completed, the corridor will be refined into a fully coordinated set of plans, specifications, and
estimates. Geometric elements will be developed in close coordination with drainage, utility, and right-of-way
improvements to provide a final design that functions as a complete and constructible system.
Construction Phasing
Recognizing that project funding, right-of-way acquisition, utility relocations, and adjacent development
schedules may influence implementation, HDR will evaluate opportunities to phase construction while
preserving the long-term corridor vision established during the Pre-Design Phase. Phasing concepts will be
developed in coordination with the City and will consider logical construction limits, utility dependencies,
traffic impacts, and available funding sources. Temporary connections and tie-ins will be incorporated where
necessary to maintain functionality between construction phases and support future corridor expansion. While
initial review suggests portions of the corridor may accommodate phased implementation, limited alternate
routes and right-of-way constraints will require careful consideration of how individual phases are packaged
and constructed. The result will be a practical implementation strategy that maintains project momentum,
maximizes available resources, and provides a clear path toward full corridor buildout.
Landowner, R/W, & Utility Coordination
Once the detailed design is progressed during final design, any additional coordination with landowners,
stakeholders, and the utilities will be completed. R/W negotiations can be continued and ideally will be
completed and any areas that required avoidance will be incorporated into the design.
Construction Phase
As final design progresses, HDR will work closely with the City to develop a construction approach that
balances contractor efficiency, public mobility, and project funding objectives. Because Stucky Road
serves growing residential neighborhoods, agricultural users, Montana State University traffic, and
regional east-west travel demands, maintaining safe and reliable access throughout construction will be
a key consideration during design development. Constructability reviews will be performed throughout
final design to identify opportunities to reduce construction duration, minimize disruptions to adjacent
properties, and provide flexibility for future funding and implementation needs.
Maintenance of Traffic (MOT)
Maintaining traffic during construction will be a major focus of design development. HDR will evaluate
a range of traffic control strategies, including phased construction, temporary lane shifts, flagging
operations, short-duration closures, and localized detours where appropriate. Throughout design, we
will work with the City to understand traffic patterns, emergency response requirements, adjacent
development activity, irrigation operations, and community events that may influence construction
staging and access needs. Special consideration will be given to minimizing impacts during Montana State
University events, peak travel periods, and other activities that generate significant corridor demand. By
evaluating maintenance-of-traffic needs early, the team can incorporate practical traffic control measures
into the design and provide contractors with flexibility to safely and efficiently construct the project while
maintaining access for residents, businesses, pedestrians, bicyclists, and emergency services.
Construction Phase (2028 Planned)
Assist the City of bidding and advertisement, coordinate with contractor, review
submittals, and observe, monitor, and document construction activities. Complete
project close-out, final walkthrough and electronic record drawings.
Tasks
Project Management
Progress memos, budget tracking, schedule and risk updates,
team meetings.
Task 13: Bid Assistance, Advertise (Quest CDN & Local Media), Answer RFIs, Review
Bids, Prepare Notice of Award, and Executed Contract Documents
Task 14: Construction Inspection, Staking and Layout, & Materials Testing
Task 15: Record Drawings, Document Plan Revisions, Asset Information to City GIS,
Project and Financial Closeout
Task 16: Lessons Learned Meeting
•Gather feedback from the City and stakeholders.
•Discuss project lessons learned.
•Identify improvements and best practices for future projects.
Engagement Activities
Construction update assistance as needed, City Commission updates/
presentations.
Existing and future developments along Stucky Road will weigh into the preferred typical section.
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Bid Assistance, Advertisement, Award
HDR will support the City during the bidding phase of the project using our QuestCDN account, conducting pre-bid
meetings, answering questions from contractors, and developing the final bid recommendations for City review and
approval. During the construction phase, we will conduct a preconstruction conference meeting, provide overall
construction administration and inspection, review contractor submittals, RFI responses, perform project walk-
throughs with the City, document and follow through on warranty items, as well as provide project close out and
electronic record drawings for the project.
Construction Inspection, Layout & Record Drawings
Brandon Anderson, located in Bozeman, will lead the overall construction administration for the project. We will
provide on-site inspectors full-time, with support from Stahly staff as needed for irrigation and other inspection
activities. Our construction inspection staff will work proactively with the Project Manager and City staff to
communicate field observations, schedule updates, review contractor submittals, RFI responses, contractor progress,
and field directives, helping keep the City and public informed throughout construction. Consistent coordination
meetings, field reviews, and proactive issue resolution will help minimize delays, address unforeseen conditions
quickly, and maintain continuity between design intent and field implementation. Brandon will coordinate with SK
to perform materials testing as needed on the project and partner with Stahly to provide qualified construction
observation and inspection personnel during construction. From the preconstruction conference through final
walkthrough and project closeout, HDR will facilitate weekly coordination meetings with the contractor, City staff,
utility owners, and key stakeholders to maintain project momentum, drive accountability, and support successful
project delivery. Throughout construction, we will work closely with City staff and the contractor to monitor traffic
control operations, maintain safe access for residents, businesses, emergency services, and multimodal users,
and continuously evaluate opportunities to improve work zone efficiency. Recognizing the corridor’s proximity
to Montana State University and rapidly developing areas of southwest Bozeman, our team will emphasize
advanced planning and proactive coordination around university events, seasonal traffic fluctuations, and adjacent
development or utility construction activities that could affect mobility and public perception. By identifying potential
conflicts early, we can implement mitigation strategies, adjust sequencing when necessary, and communicate
impacts effectively to stakeholders. The HDR team also provides construction staking and layout services, creating
continuity from design through construction and reducing the risk of miscommunication between project phases. By
maintaining direct involvement from design development through field implementation, our team can quickly resolve
questions, evaluate potential modifications, and confirm that field conditions are properly incorporated into project
decisions. By being present throughout the lifecycle of the project, our team will efficiently provide project closeout
and record drawings for the project. Our lead inspector also serves as HDR’s Area Safety Coordinator, bringing a
heightened focus on safety for construction personnel and the traveling public. In addition, our team will place
significant emphasis on maintaining accurate field documentation and incorporating construction changes into real-
time record drawing updates, resulting in high-quality as-built records that support long-term asset management,
future maintenance activities, and informed capital planning for the City.
HDR is a full-service, employee-owned architecture, engineering and planning firm
known for delivering complex projects and solving challenges for municipal clients. We
have a strong record of providing engineering services to municipalities in Montana
and across the United States. While we operate at a national scale, HDR has six offices
in Montana, including Bozeman, where Project Manager Lisa Fischer resides, and a
reputation for consistently exceeding client expectations. As a full-service engineering
firm, we offer a complete spectrum of services to support our clients’ needs from
preliminary design through construction.
HDR’s locally led team provides the City with a unique perspective by bringing
innovative solutions from across the country with a Montana team that understands
the project challenges. We have been delivering transportation solutions in Montana
for over 30 years, supporting our local municipalities as well as MDT and understand
the importance of stakeholder engagement and collaboration to reduce impacts and
meet user needs.
Location & Resources
HDR I Bozeman
2150 Analysis Dr, Ste A,
Bozeman, MT 59718
HDR has six offices with 250+ employees in Montana (Bozeman, Billings, Butte,
Helena, Kalispell, and Missoula). Our company’s annual volume of business is robust,
with recent gross revenues reported at $3.8 billion, a current working capital ratio
of 2.37, and stockholders’ equity of $0.93 billion. We also employ over 15,000
professionals in over 200 offices throughout the world, providing unmatched expertise
to meet your needs by consistently providing the personnel necessary to provide
solutions for the City of Bozeman.
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c.c.Firm Workload
We understand the importance of meeting project schedules. The capacity to accomplish work
in a strict timeframe requires strong and experienced leaders backed by skilled team members.
Our personnel are dedicated to providing sufficient time and effort to produce a quality product.
With this in mind, our team members were carefully selected not only for their expertise, but also
for their availability to work on the project for its duration. We follow well-established and proven
procedures to manage our project work and have assembled a strong team that is available to
begin work upon Notice-to- Proceed. You can rely on us to successfully deliver this project.
Key Staff Availability
Reflecting our firm’s strong commitment to the City of Bozeman, we will allocate the necessary
resources to meet project needs.
The City is a key client, and you can be assured that our staff identified in this statement of
qualifications will remain committed to this contract. Our Project Manager, Lisa Fischer, is
available and committed to successfully delivering the Stucky Road project for Bozeman. She will
confirm all aspects of the project are fully staffed, and that project completion is not dependent
upon a single individual. Team members will not be changed without prior notification and
approval from your staff.
Based on current and projected workloads, the personnel listed on the project organizational chart
are available to begin work upon the notice to proceed and devote the time necessary to complete
assigned work tasks. HDR has tailored the project team to provide the high level of expertise,
availability and local involvement needed to successfully complete this project.
Key Personnel Firm Role Projects & Estimated Completion/Commitment Project Availability (%)
Lisa Fischer, PE HDR Project Manager 3 projects, Complete Aug 2026 – Dec 2027 40-50%
Riley Lubbers, PE HDR Design Manager 4 projects, Complete September 2026 - October 2027 50-60%
Nick Pavia, PE HDR Road & Intersection Design 5 projects, Complete September 2026 - December 2028 55-65%
Brad Shea, PE HDR Road & Intersection Design, Alternative Analysis 3 projects, Complete December 2027 35-40%
Leif Sande, PE HDR Stormwater & Irrigation 4 projects, Complete December 2026 - December 2028 50-55%
Will Hume, PE HDR Traffic Operations & Intersection Evaluation 2 projects, Complete November 2027 50-55%
Hannah Nicholas, PE HDR Traffic Operations & Intersection Evaluation/Traffic Design & Safety 4 projects, Complete December 2026 - December 2027 55-65%
Jarrett Moran, PE HDR Water & Utilities 3 projects, Complete May 2027 - September 2027 45-55%
Teich Hochhalter, PE HDR Electrical 3 projects, Complete December 2026 - December 2027 55-65%
Brittany Cremer HDR Public Involvement & Community Engagement 4 projects, Complete December 2026 - June 2027 60-65%
Jon Schick, CEP HDR Environmental 5 projects, Complete September 2026 - December 2028 45-55%
Brandon Anderson, PMP HDR Construction Inspection/Administration 4 projects, Complete October 2026 - December 2027 60-65%
Tony Gaddo Clear Route R/W Acquisition 5 projects, Complete December 2026 - June 2027 50-55%
Zach Lowe, PE Stahly Irrigation 5 projects, Complete December 2026 - August 2027 50-55%
Ability to meet Schedules & Budget
Our ability to meet the schedule and budget begins with strong project management tools. Lisa will
develop a detailed Project Management Plan (PMP), which will be a guiding document for roles,
responsibilities, expectations, and project delivery.
We recommend virtual meetings every two-to-four weeks with the City to keep activities moving and
communication fluid. Routine check-ins will be scheduled early in project execution for a set day/time
pattern through the duration of the project. HDR prepares monthly progress reports as a standard
part of our project management and quality assurance process. Lisa will package these monthly
progress reports with an invoice, tracking our direct labor hours and project costs by task. These
tools and procedures allow Lisa to track and monitor the project to keep it within the budget and on
schedule. If changes to the schedule are needed, Lisa can leverage transportation staff we have across
the Rocky Mountain region and beyond to help accelerate project delivery, QC reviews, or evaluate
additional alternatives based on stakeholder input if needed.
We understand the importance of meeting project schedules. The capacity to accomplish work in
a strict timeframe requires strong and experienced leaders backed by skilled team members. Our
personnel are dedicated to providing sufficient time and effort to produce a quality product. With
this in mind, our team members were carefully selected not only for their expertise, but also for their
availability to work on the project for its duration. We follow well-established and proven procedures
to manage our project work and have assembled a strong team that is available to begin work upon
Notice-to- Proceed. You can rely on us to successfully deliver this project.
Generative AI
HDR recongizes the impact of artificial intelligence on our industry and
communities. We are committed to using this technology responsibly and
ethically, with a strong focus on client data ownership. We ensure data
is protected through robust data management and security standards to
safeguard client and company information and prohibit the use of Generative
AI in any final work product. See full statement in Appendix D.
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City of Bozeman | Stucky Road Reconstruction
Why the HDR Team?
HDR provides with City with an integrated team that combines
survey, data collection, geotechnical services, public engagement,
design and construction administration. A single, coordinated
project team reduces handoff risks between functional areas,
provides with City of constant communication, and reduces delay
of solving field issues during construction.
In today’s legal environment, claims are a reality for any large company in the industry,
regardless of performance or merit, and liquidated damages are occasionally a remedy
available to a claimant. When claims do occur, we are proactive and cooperative in
reaching a resolution that is fair and reasonable to all. We value the confidence of our
clients as well as our contractual commitments to confidentiality, and do not discuss
with third parties the circumstances involving ongoing projects. We would take the
same position with information regarding our work on this project.
If necessary, we would be willing to meet in person with you to discuss the merits
or background of past claims that included liquidated damages. However, there are
no such claims that could impede our ability to perform this project, and we have
maintained professional liability insurance in force continually since 1958 for the
protection of us and our clients.
d.d.Claims
e.e.References
Client / Project Contact Services Performed
City of Whitefish
Whitefish – 6th Street
Craig Workman
406.863.2455
cworkman@cityofwhitefish.gov
•Concept Design & Alternative Analysis
•Traffic & Safety Analysis
•Public Outreach & Stakeholder Coordination
Montana Department
of Transportation
N. 19th Ave – Bozeman
Brandon Jones
406.494.9622
brjones@mt.gov
•Comprehensive Road Design
•Stormwater Analysis & Design
•Public Outreach & Stakeholder Coordination
•Construction Support
City of Billings
Mullowney Lane
Reconstruction
Ken Ard, PE
406.657.8235
ardk@billingsmt.gov
•Comprehensive Urban Road Design
•Stormwater & Irrigation Design
•Utility Design
•Construction Support
City of Billings
Monad Road – Daniel
Street to Moore Lane
Will Robbins
406.657.8237
robbinsw@billingsmt.gov
•Comprehensive Urban Road Design
•Stormwater Analysis & Design
•Public Involvement
•Construction Support
City of Polson
Ashley Walker
Ashley Walker
406.883.8215
wss2@cityofpolson.com
•Comprehensive Urban Road Design •Traffic & Safety Analysis •Utility Design •Construction Support
The following contacts can provide references for similar current and past projects located in Montana. These
project include similar concept development and final design deliverables that are anticipated for the Stucky
Road Reconstruction project.
Appendix A: Schedule
Pre-Design Phase
Project setup, data collection, establish context specific design
criteria, identify impacts, conceptual design, alternative analysis
and public outreach to determine a preferred alternative.
Tasks
Task 1: Develop Design Criteria & Data Collection
Task 2: Community Engagement
Finalize Community Engagement Plan from the City, Establish
Project Website & Outreach Schedule
Task 3: Traffic Analysis & Concept Development
Conduct traffic and environmental analyses, evaluate
pavement section and typical section alternatives, horizontal
alignment and widening alternatives
Task 4: Intersection Evaluations
Intersection evaluations at the 19th Street and Fowler
Avenue intersections
Task 5: Preliminary Storm Drainage, Irrigation & Utility Design
Task 6: Alternative Analysis & Pre-Design Report
Evaluate typical section alternatives, roadway lighting,
potential r/w and utility impacts, intersection improvements,
storm drainage alternatives, irrigation relocations, and
preliminary construction costs for each alternative to select
the preferred alternative
Engagement Activities
Establish engagement strategy and identify key stakeholders,
determine in-person and on-line meetings during pre-design
phase of the project, pop-ups and other outreach events, City
Commission presentation.
Design Phase
Continue design development of preferred alternative and progress
the design from concept-level to final design. Continue public
outreach and utility coordination to get input of key design features
from the public and key stakeholders. Determine project splits and
construction schedule.
Tasks
Project Management
Progress Memos, budget tracking, schedule, and risk updates,
team meetings.
Task 7: Community Engagement
Refine Engagement Strategy based on Pre-Design Phase of the
project. Continue landowner outreach to finalize R/W acquisition.
Task 8: Preliminary 30% Design Plans
Finalize alignment and grade, refine construction footprint,
property impacts, access control, and utility relocation
*Task 9: 70% Design
Develop 70% design plans and draft special provisions
*Task 10: 90% Design
Address comments and finalize plans and special provisions for
the project. Compile final design reports, and utility permits.
Task 11: Final PS&E
Prepare final project specifications, details, special provisions, bid
quantities, and probable construction cost estimate.
Task 12: Public Involvement “What we heard/What we did” Report
* HDR has also implemented a collaborative 30%, 70% & Final PS&E project delivery schedule for our municipal clients to help streamline design development and the public outreach process.
Engagement Activities
Open house meeting and/or walking tour, online meetings, pop-
ups or other outreach events, City Commission presentation.
Construction Phase (2028 Planned)
Assist the City of bidding and advertisement, coordinate with
contractor, review submittals, and observe, monitor, and document
construction activities. Complete project close-out, final walkthrough
and electronic record drawings.
Tasks
Project Management
Progress memos, budget tracking, schedule and risk
updates, team meetings.
Task 13: Bid Assistance, Advertise (Quest CDN & Local Media), Answer
RFIs, Review Bids, Prepare Notice of Award, and Executed Contract
Documents
Task 14: Construction Inspection, Staking and Layout, & Materials
Testing
Task 15: Record Drawings, Document Plan Revisions, Asset Information
to City GIS, Project and Financial Closeout
Task 16: Lessons Learned Meeting •Gather feedback from the City and stakeholders. •Discuss project lessons learned. •Identify improvements and best practices for future projects.
Engagement Activities
Construction update assistance as needed, City Commission
updates/presentations.
September
Legend: 1. Project Kick Off 2. Pre-Design Report 3. 30% Design 4. 70% Design 5. 90% Design Plans 6. Final PS&E 7. Bidding & Advertisement
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October November December January ‘27 February March April May June July August September October November December January ‘28 February March April
Pre-Design Phase
Design Phase
Construction Phase
Community Engagement
Commission
Meetings
R/W Activities
2 3 4 5 6
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Appendix B: Non Discrimination Form
Appendix A
NONDISCRIMINATION AND EQUAL PAY AFFIRMATION
____________________________________(name of entity submitting) hereby affirms it will not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, marital status, national origin, or
because of actual or perceived sexual orientation, gender identity or disability and acknowledges and
understands the eventual contract will contain a provision prohibiting discrimination as described above
and this prohibition on discrimination shall apply to the hiring and treatments or proposer’s employees
and to all subcontracts.
In addition, ____________________________________(name of entity submitting) hereby affirms it will
abide by the Equal Pay Act of 1963 and Section 39-3-104, MCA (the Montana Equal Pay Act).
______________________________________
Name and title of person authorized to sign on behalf of Respondent
HDR Engineering, Inc.
HDR Engineering, Inc.
Appendix C: Resumes
City of Bozeman | Stucky Road Reconstruction
MDT, West of Missoula - NW
Project Manager. HDR is designing the reconstruction of a 5.1-mile section of a
rural collector northwest of Missoula. The project includes environmental studies
and documentation, public involvement, bridge and roadway design, traffic analysis/
design, a shared-use path, irrigation facility relocation, hydraulic design, floodplain
analysis, preparation of R/W plans, and preparation of environmental permits. This
project is currently at 90% design. Lisa has helped navigate MDT’s environmental and
public involvement process for the project along with roadway, trail and traffic design
to provide safety enhancements for the community.
MDT, N 19th Avenue - Bozeman
QA/QC. HDR partnered with the MDT Design Unit to develop this project on an
expedited schedule to take advantage of redistribution opportunities. HDR designed
the pedestrian ramps, signal updates, signing and striping, as well as expedited design
for additional turn lanes on E Valley Center Road and N 19th Avenue to EB I-90. HDR
developed turn lane geometrics, hydraulics, new sidewalk alternatives, and grading
impacts with the existing right-of-way. HDR led the design to develop plans within six
weeks as well as utilized regular coordination meetings with MDT functional areas to
review focus areas. HDR also had consistent coordination and recommendations with
all areas of MDT, allowing for quick decisions. Lisa helped oversee the design process,
reviewed plans, specifications and construction cost estimates for the project.
MDT, Whitefish Stage Road
QA/QC. HDR is designing safety improvements along Whitefish Stage Road from
just north of Reserve Drive to the intersection with MT 40. This project includes
multiple intersection analysis, turn lane design, as well as traffic safety and operations
analysis at multiple intersections along Whitefish Stage Road, resulting in intersection
realignment of Whitefish Stage and Hodgson Road. The project includes signing and
striping, environmental, hydraulics, in addition to R/W design. Stakeholder outreach
is also underway to help develop the future characteristics of the roadway, including
coordination with adjacent landowners. Lisa continues to provide technical design
Relevant Project Experience
Lisa Fischer, PE
Project Manager
Lisa is a project manager and transportation engineer with over 20 years of experience spanning multiple clients on both rural and urban projects. Her expertise includes urban feasibility studies,
corridor planning studies, roadway design, traffic control, signing and striping, rail design, preparation of quantities and cost estimates, as well as project plans and specifications. She provides a
collaborative approach on multidisciplinary projects and promotes coordination and transparency within the team, stakeholders, and general public. Lisa has been involved in numerous projects
including Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance and PROWAG guidelines for multi-use trails as well as other pedestrian facilities. She approaches each project with attention to detail,
collaboration, and flexibility to provide clients with a comprehensive solutions that benefits the end users.
reviews for this multi-discipline project to help find context-specific solutions.
MDT, Salmon Lake
Project Manager. Lisa managed this CM/GC and digital delivery pilot project
for the reconstruction of four miles of MT-83 along the east side of Salmon Lake.
As part of this project, Lisa led the design development, which included typical
section alternative analysis, extensive slope stabilization along the east side of the
highway, new retaining walls along the west side of the highway, new soil nail walls,
preparation of environmental documents and permits, drainage improvements, crash
analysis, wildlife accommodations analysis and recommendations, roadside barrier
replacement, R/W design and acquisition services.
MDT, Havre - Northwest
Project Manager. HDR led the design and right-of-way acquisition for this roadway
reconstruction project near Havre from RP 0.75 (urban limits) to RP 10. The project
is currently under construction and will improve the roadway geometrics, pavement
condition, drainage and safety. As project manager, Lisa provided technical oversight
for the project, public outreach and stakeholder coordination, as well as landowner
coordination during acquisition services.
Missoula Redevelopment Agency, Front Street/Main Street Two-Way Conversion and
Kiwanis Neighborhood Access and Circulation Design
Roadway & Traffic Design. HDR provided engineering, design, land use planning,
and public information gathering and communication services resulting in final design
drawings for conversion of Front and Main Street in Missoula to two-way streets and
provided improved access and circulation in the Kiwanis neighborhood. Design was
based on HDR’s 2015 Front Street/Main Street Feasibility Study’s preferred alternative.
Work included an updated traffic study to gather new field data and projected traffic
for design year 2042, street lighting design, traffic signals, and utility and drainage
design. Lisa provided concept design, alternative analysis, and public outreach support
as part of the study and preliminary design of this project.
Education
Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering,
University of Idaho, 2004
Registrations
Professional Engineer,
Montana, No. 28947
Arizona, No. 49427
California, No. 76812
City of Bozeman | Stucky Road Reconstruction
MDT, N 19th Avenue - Bozeman
Traffic Design Lead. HDR partnered with the MDT Design Unit to develop this
project on an expedited schedule to take advantage of redistribution opportunities.
HDR designed the pedestrian ramps, signal updates, signing and striping, as well
as expedited design for additional turn lanes on E Valley Center Road and N 19th
Avenue to EB I-90. HDR developed turn lane geometrics, hydraulics, new sidewalk
alternatives, and grading impacts with the existing right-of-way. HDR led the design to
develop plans within six weeks as well as utilized regular coordination meetings with
MDT functional areas to review focus areas. HDR also had consistent coordination and
recommendations with all areas of MDT, allowing for quick decisions. Riley led the
traffic design for signing, striping, and signal and electrical design.
City of Whitefish, Whitefish 6th Street
Design Manager. HDR provided design and construction services for the complete
street reconstruction of five urban blocks of 6th Street near downtown Whitefish,
as well as Pine Ave sidewalk reconstruction. The project included a detailed public
involvement campaign to select the preferred typical section and prepare adjacent
landowners for potential construction impacts. An elevated intersection with
pedestrian crossings was designed to minimize pedestrian safety concerns at the
6th Street/Pine Ave intersection due to the location of two schools. The project also
included new curb and gutter, drainage improvements, utility upgrades, pavement
reconstruction, luminaires, an 8-foot multi-use path and signing and striping. Riley
led the multidisciplinary team through planning, public involvement, and final design,
overseeing the development of a context-sensitive complete street that improved
pedestrian safety, multimodal connectivity, utility infrastructure, and corridor
operations within a highly visible downtown environment.
MDT, Whitefish Stage Road
Roadway & Traffic Design. HDR is designing safety improvements along Whitefish
Stage Road from just north of Reserve Drive to the intersection with MT 40. This
roadway reconstruction project includes multiple intersection analysis, turn lane
design, as well as traffic safety and operations analysis at multiple intersections along
Relevant Project Experience
Riley Lubbers, PE
Design Manager
Riley is a collaborative team member and leader who brings consistency across HDR’s transportation projects. His hands-on knowledge of municipal and MDT design development processes and
expectations has resulted in practical, constructible solutions throughout Montana. His experience includes ADA design, roadway and trail geometrics, traffic signals, street lighting, signing and
striping, as well as preliminary and final design for roadway, bridge, and traffic projects. Riley’s background also includes plan production, cost estimating, stakeholder coordination, construction
management, construction inspection, and constructability reviews, providing a comprehensive understanding of project delivery from planning and design through construction. As an integral
part of HDR’s transportation team, he also contributes expertise in project and task management, staff workload coordination, and multidisciplinary collaboration to successfully deliver complex
transportation improvements.
Whitefish Stage Road, resulting in intersection realignment of Whitefish Stage and
Hodgson Road. The project includes signing and striping, environmental, hydraulics,
and R/W design. Public and stakeholder outreach is also underway to help develop
the future characteristics of the roadway, including coordination with Lake County and
adjacent landowners. Riley is leading the traffic and geometric design of intersection
improvements including the addition of left-turn lanes at multiple public intersections.
MDT, West of Missoula - NW
Traffic Design Lead. HDR is designing the reconstruction of a 5.1-mile section of
a rural collector northwest of Missoula. The project includes environmental studies
and documentation, public involvement, bridge and roadway design, traffic analysis/
design, a shared-use path, irrigation facility relocation, hydraulic design, floodplain
analysis, preparation of right-of-way plans, and preparation of environmental permits.
Riley is leading the traffic analysis and design, as well as the geometrical design of
intersections.
City of Billings, Mullowney Lane Reconstruction
Project Designer. HDR provided design and construction administration for the
Mullowney Lane reconstruction project from Midland Road to Elysian Road. Lane
widths and counts were inconsistent throughout the corridor. To correct this, a
center turn lane was added with single north and southbound lanes, except at two
intersections where additional turn lanes were introduced. New curb and gutter
with sidewalks and a shared multi-use-path were constructed along with a storm
drain system where none existed previously. The storm drain design saved on costs
by utilizing an existing irrigation system. Traffic calming islands were put in place
to reduce speeding and new lighting was added throughout the corridor. A new
signalized intersection with right turn slip-lane was installed at the Mullowney and
Elysian intersection. Riley led the traffic and electrical design for the multi-modal
improvements.
Education
Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering,
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology,
2010
Registrations
Professional Engineer,
Montana, No. 72244
City of Bozeman | Stucky Road Reconstruction
MDT, N 19th Avenue - Bozeman
Project Manager. HDR partnered with the MDT Design Unit to develop this
project on an expedited schedule to take advantage of redistribution opportunities.
HDR designed the pedestrian ramps, signal updates, signing and striping, as well
as expedited design for additional turn lanes on E Valley Center Road and N 19th
Avenue to EB I-90. HDR developed turn lane geometrics, hydraulics, new sidewalk
alternatives, and grading impacts with the existing right-of-way. HDR led the design to
develop plans within six weeks as well as utilized regular coordination meetings with
MDT functional areas to review focus areas. HDR also had consistent coordination and
recommendations with all areas of MDT, allowing for quick decisions. Nick led the HDR
team in developing turn lane geometrics, hydraulics, evaluating sidewalk addition, and
grading impacts with the right-of-way in under 10 months.
MDT, West of Missoula - NW
Senior Roadway Design Review & QC. HDR is designing the reconstruction of
a 5.1-mile section of a rural collector northwest of Missoula. The project includes
environmental studies and documentation, public involvement, bridge and roadway
design, traffic analysis/design, a shared-use path, irrigation facility relocation,
hydraulic design, floodplain analysis, preparation of right-of-way plans, and
preparation of environmental permits. Nick provided utility coordination, roadway
geometric review, alternative analysis, cost estimate development, and QC review of
PS&E deliverables for the project.
MDT, Whitefish Stage Road
Project Manager. HDR is designing safety improvements along Whitefish Stage
Road from just north of Reserve Drive to the intersection with MT 40. This roadway
reconstruction project includes multiple intersection analysis, turn lane design, as
well as traffic safety and operations analysis at multiple intersections along Whitefish
Stage Road, resulting in intersection realignment of Whitefish Stage and Hodgson
Road. The project includes signing and striping, environmental, hydraulics, in addition
to R/W design. Public and stakeholder outreach is also underway to help develop
the future characteristics of the roadway, including coordination with Lake County
Relevant Project Experience
Nick Pavia, PE
Road & Intersection Design
Nick has over 17 years experience working for clients across the country to deliver multi-disciplined, complex, and schedule-critical projects. He brings a strong construction as well as engineering
background in traditional and alternative delivery, developing novel and constructible solutions, in addition to understanding how to get a project through construction. His passion is finding
innovative solutions that balance specific project needs by bringing together the various disciplines and stakeholders to build consensus. Nick brings an extensive background in roadway and civil
design, developing roadway geometrics for complex system interchanges, urban and rural corridors, bicycle and pedestrian improvements, traffic control, signing and striping, utility coordination,
PS&E preparation engineering support during construction, in addition to leading multi-disciplined teams in developing the right design solutions for the project.
as well as adjacent landowners. Nick is leading the effort to push the project through
to final plans, including splitting the project due to cost and schedule considerations.
In addition, his team is working through coordination with third parties, systems
impacts at Rose Crossing, and development of a project split to accommodate funding
constraints.
MDT, Lockwood Interchange - Billings
Project Manager & Roadway Lead. HDR is developing the design for a new
diverging diamond interchange (DDI). During the OT phase, our team performed
initial project analysis including roadway geometrics, hydraulics, bridge design,
right-of-way, utilities survey, and engineering survey to develop the preferred project
alternative of interstate widening along I-90, roadway reconstruction along I-90 and
US 87, a new diverging diamond interchange, in addition to initial development of
alternatives for the Coburn Road intersection. Nick is leading project development for
this multidisciplinary project. Nick and the HDR team has been focused on roundabout
development for Coburn Road Access, DDI geometrics, grading, phasing, and right-
of-way impacts. The project has had a robust public information effort including
neighborhood, project advisory committee, and stakeholder meetings.
MDT, US-191/MT-64 Feasibility Study
Senior Roadway Engineer. Nick is leading the effort to develop design concepts
for various potential projects along the US 191 corridor between Four Corners and
Big Sky, MT. Nick has worked to develop design alternatives including roadway
geometrics for potential projects including roundabout and grade separations for the
MT-64/US-191 Intersection, realignment alternatives for the Lava Lake area, passing
lane locations within Gallatin Canyon, and development of slow-moving vehicle
turnouts and recreational access sites throughout Gallatin Canyon. In addition, Nick
has been working the traffic and safety teams developing crash data dashboards and
performing safety analysis of the corridor, including with the development of the ICE
for the US-191/MT-64 intersection.
Education
Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering
(Building Science), University of Southern
California (USC), 2008
Registrations
Professional Engineer:
Montana, No. 73193
Washington, No. 51110
Colorado, No. 49237
Arizona, No. 71375
New Mexico, No. 26760
Texas, No. 129196
New York, No. 095480
Utah, No. 10083906-2202
New Jersey, No. 24GE05229500
City of Bozeman | Stucky Road Reconstruction
City of Billings, Grand Avenue Intersection & Roadway Improvements
Roundabout Geometrics & Design. HDR provided preliminary and final design
for this urban corridor, widening from a two-lane to a five-lane section. Intersection
alternative analysis resulted in the design of two new multi-lane roundabouts to
improve safety and mobility of the corridor. Pedestrian facility improvements included
the design of a new multi-use path adjacent to Grand Avenue, as well as ADA
upgrades at intersections, driveways and designated pedestrian crossings. In addition,
street lighting, and pedestrian signals were upgraded throughout the project corridor.
Brad supported the intersection alternative analysis process and led the roundabout
geometrics design for the project.
MDT, MT 3 - Zimmerman Trail Intersection Improvements
Roundabout Geometrics & Design Lead. HDR provided preliminary engineering
and final design for a roundabout at the MT 3/Zimmerman Trail Intersection.
The project addressed operational deficiencies and improved the intersection by
reducing high severity accidents and improving the overall safety of the intersection.
ADA upgrades and pedestrian crossings were included for the roundabout. New
intersection street lighting was designed and upgraded to meet both vehicular and
pedestrian standards. The project included drainage improvements and improved
signing and striping. Brad was the lead roundabout designer on this intersection
improvement project, including an alternative analysis. The traffic study included
a sensitivity analysis to evaluate various development schedule scenarios. Brad
designed the roundabout to be forward compatible with multiple development
scenarios requiring minimal rebuild in the future.
MDT, US-191/MT-64 Feasibility Study
Roundabout Geometrics & Design. HDR is developing design concepts for various
potential projects along the US 191 corridor between Four Corners and Big Sky, MT.
HDR reviewed the previous corridor study and worked to develop evaluation criteria
as well as evaluate various projects identified by the original study. HDR developed
potential design alternatives such as roadway geometrics for potential projects
including a roundabout for the MT 64/US 191 intersection, realignment alternatives
for the Lava Lake area, as well as passing lane locations within Gallatin Canyon. HDR
Relevant Project Experience
Brad Shea, PE
Road & Intersection Design I Traffic Operations & Intersection Evaluation
Brad has more than 35 years of design and planning experience on roadway and highway projects including corridor alternatives analyses and complex roundabout designs. For the past 30 years, he
has gained in-depth experience in the design of modern roundabouts and become a roundabout leader nationwide. Brad coaches engineers nationwide and he has planned, designed, constructed,
or performed value engineering on more than 200 single- and multi-lane roundabouts to date. He provided subject matter expert review and analysis of roundabouts for agencies across the U.S. and
has a proven ability to provide innovative roundabout design options without additional budget, applying his experience to anticipate design constraints early to avoid delays or cost increases in later
stages of design. Brad’s expertise allows him to anticipate and eliminate risks before they surface, and he draws upon this experience to efficiently balance the operational design criteria with safety
to optimize factors, such as capacity, speed, and geometry.
has also been developing crash data dashboards along with performing safety analysis
of the corridor. MDT and HDR are working with local stakeholders to identify safety
and mobility improvements throughout the corridor. Brad is providing roundabout
geometrics and design expertise for the MT 64/US 191 intersection.
Thurston County, Marvin Road/Union Mills Road Corridor Study
Project Manager and Roundabout Geometrics & Design. HDR developed
alternatives with varying degrees of complex geometry, including continuous-flow
green T-intersection designs and hybrid modern roundabout configurations to
address the unbalanced flows on Marvin Road and minor cross streets. After the
analysis, HDR provided design of a roundabout that increases multimodal safety and
capacity, as well as safe pedestrian accessibility by providing a shared-use path and
access to schools in the neighborhood. Brad led the corridor analysis that determined
intersection alternatives for Union Mills Road, 15th Street, and 19th Street. The analysis
identified how feasible alternatives would tie into the existing roundabout at Pacific
Avenue to the north and evaluated how operations of each alternative could be
coordinated with railroad operations.
Clark County, NE 179th Street Improvements
Roundabout Geometrics & Design. Brad led the roundabout design of this
corridor project that includes improvements to a section of NE 179th Street.
Project improvements were coordinated with the County’s 179th Street Access
Management and Circulation Planning that widened 179th Street to five lanes. This
area is anticipated to have significant growth over the next 20 years. Roundabouts
at 29th Street and 50th Street were designed to accommodate future widening of
the corridor. Brad worked with County staff to evaluate impacts to the alternative
approaches to widen the roundabouts and the final decision was to construct the
roundabouts so they could be widened to the inside in the future. Brad facilitated
meetings with County and WSDOT staff to help the County understand what WSDOT
has been using in similar scenarios.
Education
Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering,
St. Martin’s College, 1998
Registrations
Professional Engineer:
Washington, No. 39915
City of Bozeman | Stucky Road Reconstruction
MDT, N 19th Avenue - Bozeman
Lead Hydraulics Engineer. HDR partnered with the MDT Design Unit to
develop this project on an expedited schedule to take advantage of redistribution
opportunities. HDR designed the pedestrian ramps, signal updates, signing and
striping, as well as expedited design for additional turn lanes on E Valley Center Road
and N 19th Avenue to EB I-90. HDR developed turn lane geometrics, hydraulics, new
sidewalk alternatives, and grading impacts with the existing right-of-way. HDR led
the design to develop plans within six weeks as well as utilized regular coordination
meetings with MDT functional areas to review focus areas. HDR also had consistent
coordination and recommendations with all areas of MDT, allowing for quick decisions.
Leif provided urban drainage design, including storm drain design and low impact
development practices in the form of biofiltration swale design, all on an extremely
accelerated schedule. The project was located in the Bozeman MS4 boundary
and included stormwater water quality mitigation design to meet MS4 Permit
requirements.
City of Billings, Mullowney Lane Design and Reconstruction
Lead Hydraulics Engineer. HDR provided design and construction administration
for the Mullowney Lane reconstruction project from Midland Road to Elysian Road.
Lane widths and counts were inconsistent throughout the corridor. To correct this, a
center turn lane was added with single north and southbound lanes, except at two
intersections where additional turn lanes were introduced. New curb and gutter
with sidewalks and a shared multi-use-path were constructed along with a storm
drain system where none existed previously. Traffic calming islands were put in place
to reduce speeding and new lighting was added throughout the corridor. A new
signalized intersection with right turn slip-lane was installed at the Mullowney and
Elysian intersection. Leif provided the overall drainage design for the project, including
urban drainage design and irrigation design. This required integrating existing and
proposed drainage and irrigation facilities. The unique storm drain design saved costs
by utilizing an existing irrigation system.
Relevant Project Experience
Leif Sande, PE
Stormwater & Irrigation
Leif has 13 years of diverse hydraulic and civil engineering experience including the design and construction of transportation, irrigation, and infrastructure projects. His experience encompasses the
various aspects of project implementation from preliminary planning through construction. He has successfully delivered projects for a variety of clients including federal, state, municipal, tribal, and
private entities. He has led and managed the drainage and irrigation design for a variety of state and municipal transportation projects across Montana in urban and rural environments. This design
work included completing hydrological and hydraulic analyses and developing solutions for complex drainage projects which have incorporated open and closed drainage systems, stormwater
management facilities, low-impact development practices, energy dissipation design, and irrigation design.
MDT, West of Missoula - NW
Lead Irrigation Engineer. HDR is designing the reconstruction of a 5.1-mile section
of a rural collector northwest of Missoula. The project includes environmental studies
and documentation, public involvement, bridge and roadway design, traffic analysis/
design, a shared-use path, irrigation facility relocation, hydraulic design, floodplain
analysis, preparation of right-of-way plans, and preparation of environmental permits.
Leif is providing irrigation hydraulic and structural design for the project for the
relocation of canal and lateral. This design included a check structure, multiple road
crossings, and inverted siphons, a wasteway, numerous turnouts, etc.
MDT, Whitefish Stage Road
Lead Hydraulics Engineer. HDR is designing safety improvements along Whitefish
Stage Road from just north of Reserve Drive to MT 40. This reconstruction project
includes multiple intersection analysis, turn lane design, and traffic safety and
operations analysis at multiple intersections along Whitefish Stage Road, resulting in
intersection realignment of Whitefish Stage and Hodgson Roads. The project includes
signing and striping, environmental, hydraulics, and R/W design. Stakeholder outreach
is also underway, including coordination with Lake County and adjacent landowners.
Leif provided drainage design, including drainage crossings and roadside drainage
which includes ditch design to manage stormwater through storage and infiltration.
City of Whitefish, Whitefish 6th Street
Hydraulics Engineer. HDR provided design and construction services for the
complete street reconstruction of five urban blocks of 6th Street near downtown
Whitefish, and sidewalk reconstruction along Pine Ave. The project included a detailed
public involvement campaign to select the preferred typical section and prepare
adjacent landowners for potential construction impacts during peak tourist season.
An elevated intersection with elevated pedestrian crossings was designed to minimize
pedestrian safety concerns at the 6th Street/Pine Ave intersection due to the location
of two adjacent schools. Leif provided senior technical oversight and QC of the
drainage design which included a new storm drain system.
Education
Master of Science, Civil Engineering
(Water Resources), North Dakota State
University, 2011
Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering,
North Dakota State University, 2011
Registrations
Professional Engineer
Montana, No. 49256
North Dakota, No. PE-10769
Stormwater Inspector, Montana,
No. CWTA-185688656
City of Bozeman | Stucky Road Reconstruction
City of Billings, Monad & 19th/20th St W Intersection
Traffic Operations & Analysis. HDR performed an alternatives evaluation with
traffic analysis to determine a preferred alternative for reconstruction of Monad Road
between 19th Street West and 20th Street West. The existing intersections are offset
with unique traffic patterns, which required innovative alternatives to find solutions to
handle future traffic volumes. HDR developed five different build alternatives including
RCut, single/multi-lane/turbo roundabouts, displaced left turn configurations, and
signalized intersections. The alternative solutions were analyzed with Synchro to
determine fatal flaws with future volumes, and further analyzed with VISSIM to
develop micro-simulation models and visualizations to determine the preferred
alternative. Will developed multiple intersection improvement concepts and proved
oversight of the microsimulation traffic analysis.
WGM Group, City of Missoula, W. Broadway-Toole-California Intersection
Traffic Operations & Analysis. HDR is providing traffic analysis for an intersection
control evaluation (ICE) for the Broadway St/California St/Toole Ave intersection with
WGM for the City of Missoula. During the Stage 1 ICE analysis, our team provided
initial reviews and guidance of the capacity calculations and future traffic volume
scenarios prepared by WGM. HDR performed microsimulation analysis on the existing
condition and two build alternatives during the Stage 2 ICE analysis, including model
development, calibration, and results for traffic volumes, queues, delay, and level of
service. The two build alternatives were a traffic signal with revised geometry, and a
roundabout. Will oversaw the VISSIM analysis.
MDT, Lockwood Interchange - Billings
Traffic Operations & Analysis. HDR is developing the design for a new diverging
diamond interchange in Billings. During the OT phase, our team performed initial
project analysis including roadway geometrics, hydraulics, bridge design, right-of-way,
utilities survey, and engineering survey to develop the preferred project alternative
of interstate widening along I-90, roadway reconstruction along I-90 and US 87, a
new diverging diamond interchange, in addition to initial development of the chosen
roundabout alternative for the Coburn Road intersection. Extensive public outreach
Relevant Project Experience
Will Hume, PE
Traffic Operations & Intersection Evaluation
Will has 18 years of roadway and traffic engineering experience, who routinely serves as a subject matter expert on complex roadway design and traffic analysis projects across the U.S. His expertise
lies in designing roadway solutions to minimize impacts to surrounding land uses and environment while maintaining the desirable traffic operations. Will adds value to a project by improving
performance and reducing cost with tailored solutions that address site-specific constraints. He is skilled at planning level concept development, using available data to develop concepts tailored to
site-specific opportunities and challenges. He is also skilled at coordinating with local and state agencies to address complex issues associated with construction staging. Will provides a practical,
creative, and efficient approach to problem solving and determining the best intersection solutions including roundabouts.
was performed regarding the new interchange and Coburn Road. Will oversaw
the diverging diamond interchange (DDI) geometrics, coordinated with the traffic
subconsultant, and coordinated with FHWA.
MDT, US-191/MT-64 Feasibility Study
Traffic Operations & Analysis. HDR is developing design concepts for various
potential projects along the US 191 corridor between Four Corners and Big Sky,
MT. HDR worked to develop evaluation criteria as well as evaluate various projects
identified by the original study. HDR developed potential design alternatives such
as roadway geometrics for potential projects including a roundabout for the MT
64/US 191 intersection, realignment alternatives for the Lava Lake area, as well as
passing lane locations within Gallatin Canyon. HDR has also been developing crash
data dashboards along with performing safety analysis of the corridor. MDT and HDR
are working with local stakeholders to identify safety and mobility improvements,
providing the maximum benefit to the communities and traveling public throughout
this vital corridor. Will provided intersection concepts at MT 64/US 191 and is
overseeing the traffic analysis of the concepts.
Alaska DOT&PF, Glenn Highway: Arctic Avenue to Palmer-Fishhook Road
Traffic Operations & Analysis. Will is leading the traffic analysis and intersection
control evaluation of 1.75 miles of the Glenn Highway from Arctic Avenue/Bogard
Road to Palmer-Fishhook Road to address capacity and safety deficiencies. The
Project includes reconstructing the roadbed and adding capacity, paving, roadside
hardware, drainage improvements, intersection improvements, ADA improvements,
utilities, shoulders, and pedestrian accommodations. The Project is focused on safety
and capacity improvements to the roadway section where the Glenn Highway leaves
downtown Palmer and ascends the Matanuska River bluffs. From farmland, personal
driveways, and neighborhood entrances that line the corridor, people enter a section
of highway that sees nearly 10,000 vehicles per day. As part of the National Highway
System, the Project is focused on improving safety for all users.
Education
Master of Science, Transportation
Engineering (Civil Engineering - Emphasis
in Transportation), University of
Louisville, 2012
Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering/
Construction Management, California
State University Long Beach, 2008
Registrations
Professional Engineer:
Oregon, No. 89573PE
Washington, No. 56569
Alaska, No. 168137
California, No. C80655
City of Bozeman | Stucky Road Reconstruction
MDT, N 19th Avenue - Bozeman
Traffic Engineer. HDR partnered with the MDT Design Unit to develop this
project on an expedited schedule to take advantage of redistribution opportunities.
HDR designed the pedestrian ramps, signal updates, signing and striping, as well
as expedited design for additional turn lanes on E Valley Center Road and N 19th
Avenue to EB I-90. HDR developed turn lane geometrics, hydraulics, new sidewalk
alternatives, and grading impacts with the existing right-of-way. HDR led the design to
develop plans within six weeks as well as utilized regular coordination meetings with
MDT functional areas to review focus areas. HDR also had consistent coordination
and recommendations with all areas of MDT, allowing for quick decisions. Hannah
provided traffic signal and lighting design.
MDT, US-191/MT-64 Feasibility Study
Traffic & Safety Engineer. HDR is developing design concepts for various potential
projects along the US-191 corridor between Four Corners and Big Sky, MT. HDR
developed potential design alternatives such as roadway geometrics for potential
projects including a roundabout for the US-191/MT-64 intersection, realignment
alternatives for the Lava Lake area, as well as passing lane locations within Gallatin
Canyon. HDR has also been developing crash data dashboards along with performing
safety analysis of the corridor. MDT and HDR are working with local stakeholders to
identify safety as well as mobility improvements throughout the corridor, providing
the maximum benefit to the communities and traveling public throughout this vital
corridor. Hannah led the safety assessment for the US-191 corridor, which included a
safety evaluation of nominated projects and recommending safety countermeasures
at spot locations and corridor-wide. She also worked on the Tier 2 ICE analysis for the
US-191/MT-64 intersection using VISSIM for microsimulation models.
WGM Group/City of Missoula, W. Broadway-Toole-California Intersection
Traffic Engineer. HDR is providing traffic analysis for an intersection control
evaluation (ICE) for the Broadway St/California St/Toole Ave intersection with
WGM for the City of Missoula. During the Stage 1 ICE analysis, our team provided
initial reviews and guidance of the capacity calculations and future traffic volume
Relevant Project Experience
Hannah Nicholas, PE
Traffic Operations & Intersection Evaluation | Traffic Design & Safety
Hannah is a traffic engineer who uses her experience in traffic design, safety assessment, and traffic operations analysis to improve the safety, reliability, and efficiency of transportation
systems. She is skilled in designing new and modified traffic systems at intersections, including roundabouts, traffic signals, and pedestrian and bike facilities. She has performed traffic analysis
for various intersection control types using Synchro and VISSIM. Hannah analyzes crash history and site conditions and has provided safety recommendations for intersections and corridors
across Montana.
scenarios prepared by WGM. HDR performed microsimulation analysis on the existing
condition and two build alternatives during the Stage 2 ICE analysis, including model
development, calibration, and results for traffic volumes, queues, delay, and level of
service. The two build alternatives were a traffic signal with revised geometry, and a
roundabout. Hannah developed the microsimulation models and results in VISSIM.
MDT, Lockwood Interchange - Billings
Traffic Engineer. HDR is developing the design for a new diverging diamond
interchange in Billings. During the OT phase, our team performed initial project
analysis including roadway geometrics, hydraulics, bridge design, right-of-way,
utilities survey, and engineering survey to develop the preferred project alternative
of interstate widening along I-90, roadway reconstruction along I-90 and US 87, a
new diverging diamond interchange, in addition to initial development of the chosen
roundabout alternative for the Coburn Road intersection. Extensive public outreach
was performed regarding the new interchange and Coburn Road. Hannah is the traffic
signal design lead.
City of Whitefish, Whitefish 6th Street
Traffic Engineer. HDR provided design and construction services for the complete
street reconstruction of five urban blocks of 6th Street near downtown Whitefish,
as well as 500 feet of sidewalk reconstruction along Pine Ave. The project included
a detailed public involvement campaign to select the preferred typical section and
prepare adjacent landowners for potential construction impacts during peak tourist
season. An elevated intersection with elevated pedestrian crossings was designed to
minimize pedestrian safety concerns at the 6th Street/Pine Ave intersection due to
the location of two adjacent schools. The project also included new curb and gutter,
drainage improvements, utility upgrades, pavement reconstruction, luminaires, an
8-foot multi-use path and signing and striping. Hannah provided quality control
reviews for signing and striping design.
Education
Bachelor of Science, Civil and
Environmental Engineering, University of
Nevada, Las Vegas 2019
Registrations
Professional Engineer:
Montana, No. 91197
Nevada, No. 032174
Arizona, No. 82520
City of Bozeman | Stucky Road Reconstruction
City of Bozeman, Valley Center Lift Station and Force Main
Project Manager. HDR provided preliminary design for the Valley Center Lift
Station and Force Main, which included three submersible non-clog pumps
operated from variable frequency drives and the installation of a standby
generator installed within the lift station. Staff reviewed depth and alignment of
the sewer force main route with respect to other utilities and surface features,
and developed recommendations for proposed installation method at the
intersection of Davis Lane and East Valley Center Road. Staff developed a
hydraulic system model of the proposed lift station and force main(s) to verify
system hydraulic sizing and operational requirements. Jarrett led the preliminary,
detailed, and final design, including the hydraulic analysis and all process and
pressure pipe design.
City of Bozeman, Davis Lane Lift Station & Norton East Ranch Outfall Sewer
Project Engineer. HDR designed the Davis Lane lift station, force main,
interstate crossing, and Norton East Ranch Sewer Outfall from a preliminary
engineering report through final design and construction. The lift station is
a custom-built, self-cleaning type wet-well with three submersible non-clog
pumps operated from variable frequency drives; the standby generator will
be a separate structure. The lift station flows range up to 15 MGD. The project
includes a microtunnel crossing design for the water and sewer, as the route
crosses both an interstate and a railroad. The water main will provide a looped
connection to accommodate an adjacent development. The sewer design will
accommodate existing sewer connections and varying sewer pipe depths to
provide the required connection for the Billings Clinic and the new high school.
HDR also developed a hydraulic spreadsheet model of the lift station and dual
force mains to verify system hydraulic sizing and operational requirements prior
to final design. The project included final design and construction administration
assistance, start-up and SCADA programming of the lift station. Jarrett provided
oversight for HDR’s Construction Services throughout construction.
Relevant Project Experience
Jarrett Moran, PE
Water & Utilities
Jarrett brings over 18 years of extensive experience in the design and construction of water treatment plants, water supply systems, and related infrastructure. His experience
includes pump station and hydraulic design, pump selection, and pump configuration to optimize facility functionality and efficiency, pump system performance testing, and
troubleshooting. Jarrett’s experience also includes performing large diameter pipeline work under active flow conditions. His experience as an Engineering Manager for a
public utility that included over 500 miles of water mains, provides him with the foresight to avoid potential design, constructability, or operational issues.
City of Bozeman, Norton Ranch Review
Project Manager. HDR performed a third party review of the design report for
the Norton Ranch Lift Station proposed capacity upgrades. The review included
evaluation of the past design reports developed for the Norton Ranch Lift Station
and comparison of the report to Montana Department of Environmental Quality
Circular DEQ 2-Design Standards for Public Sewage Systems. HDR also reviewed
calculated peak sewer flows and the Water CADD model and results. Jarrett led the
hydraulic analysis and design report, that led into a preliminary design package.
City of Bozeman, Lyman Transmission CAP
Project Manager. HDR performed an aboveground assessment, condition
assessment, and predesign report for the Lyman Transmission Main. Following
the assessment, HDR developed a preliminary design report that compiled the
condition assessment analysis, evaluation of soil assessments, incorporation
of high frequency pressure monitoring data, pipe wall thickness data from
test pitting, identification of pipeline sections that are in poor condition, and
serviceability for each transmission main. The report included repair, rehabilitation,
or replacement recommendations for each transmission main and categorize
those recommendations into specific projects, which will include opinions of
probable design and construction cost. The report also included a list of permitting
and regulatory requirements, applicable constructability requirements and/or
limitations, and will also incorporate applicable pipeline management strategies.
Jarrett provided all project oversight on condition assessment related activities,
including soil corrosivity and sampling, and pipe assessment.
Education
Bachelor of Science, Civil and
Environmental Engineering, Virginia
Military Institute (VMI), 2008
Registrations
Professional Engineer:
Montana, No. 75162
Virginia, No. 0402052380
City of Bozeman | Stucky Road Reconstruction
MDT, N 19th Avenue - Bozeman
Electrical & Lighting. HDR partnered with the MDT Design Unit to develop this
project on an expedited schedule to take advantage of redistribution opportunities.
HDR designed the pedestrian ramps, signal updates, signing and striping, as well
as expedited design for additional turn lanes on E Valley Center Road and N 19th
Avenue to EB I-90. HDR developed turn lane geometrics, hydraulics, new sidewalk
alternatives, and grading impacts with the existing right-of-way. HDR led the design to
develop plans within six weeks as well as utilized regular coordination meetings with
MDT functional areas to review focus areas. HDR also had consistent coordination and
recommendations with all areas of MDT, allowing for quick decisions. Teich provided
electrical design to upgrade the traffic signals, pedestrian signals, and vehicle
detection along the corridor. He also performed roadway lighting analysis for the
relocation of several roadway luminaires impacted by the addition of a turn lane.
City of Whitefish, Whitefish 6th Street
Electrical & Lighting Design. HDR provided design and construction services for
the complete street reconstruction of five urban blocks of 6th Street near downtown
Whitefish, as well as sidewalk reconstruction along Pine Ave. The project included
a detailed public involvement campaign to select the preferred typical section and
prepare adjacent landowners for potential construction impacts during peak tourist
season. An elevated intersection with elevated pedestrian crossings was designed to
minimize pedestrian safety concerns at the 6th Street/Pine Ave intersection due to
the location of two adjacent schools. The project also included new curb and gutter,
drainage improvements, utility upgrades, pavement reconstruction, luminaires, an
8-foot multi-use path and signing and striping. Teich designed the replacement for the
existing utility-owned lighting with City standard decorative post top luminaires and
poles to illuminate the proposed pedestrian trail and crosswalks.
MDT, Whitefish Stage Road
Electrical & Lighting. HDR is designing safety improvements along Whitefish Stage
Road from just north of Reserve Drive to the intersection with MT 40. This roadway
reconstruction project includes multiple intersection analysis, turn lane design, as
Relevant Project Experience
Teich Hochhalter, PE
Electrical
With 13 years of experience, Teich has a wide range of expertise in construction inspection, power distribution design, low voltage design, traffic signal design, in addition to roadway lighting analysis
and design. He is proficient in the use of CADD applications such as AutoCAD and MicroStation as well as lighting design software such as AGI32 and Visual 2020.
well as traffic safety and operations analysis at multiple intersections along Whitefish
Stage Road, resulting in intersection realignment of Whitefish Stage and Hodgson
Road. The project includes signing and striping, environmental, hydraulics, in addition
to R/W design. Public and stakeholder outreach is also underway to help develop the
future characteristics of the roadway, including coordination with Lake County as well
as adjacent landowners. Teich provided electrical design for relocating and updating
the existing intersection flashing beacons and flashing stop ahead warning sign.
City of Billings, Mullowney Lane Design and Reconstruction
Electrical & Lighting Design. HDR provided design and construction administration
for the Mullowney Lane reconstruction project from Midland Road to Elysian Road.
Lane widths and counts were inconsistent throughout the corridor. To correct this, a
center turn lane was added with single north and southbound lanes, except at two
intersections where additional turn lanes were introduced. New curb and gutter
with sidewalks and a shared multi-use-path were constructed along with a storm
drain system where none existed previously. The storm drain design saved on costs
by utilizing an existing irrigation system. Traffic calming islands were put in place
to reduce speeding and new lighting was added throughout the corridor. A new
signalized intersection with right turn slip-lane was installed at the Mullowney and
Elysian intersection. Teich provided a roadway lighting analysis and layout, electrical
and traffic signal design for the corridor.
City of Billings, Monad Road - Daniel Street to Moore Lane
Electrical & Lighting Design. HDR is providing the design for the reconstruction
of Monad Road from Daniel Street to Moore Lane to improve it to a minor arterial,
complete street standard. The length of the project is approximately 3,200 feet and
includes improvements to roadway, curb, gutter, sidewalk, multi-use trail, storm drain,
rehabilitation of water and wastewater infrastructure, and street lighting along the
corridor. Teich is providing a roadway lighting analysis and layout and electrical for the
corridor.
Education
Bachelor of Science, General Engineering,
Montana Tech of the University of
Montana, 2012
Registrations
Professional Engineer: Montana, No. 91678Michigan, No. 6201314233
City of Bozeman | Stucky Road Reconstruction
MDT, N 19th Avenue - Bozeman
Public Involvement Lead. HDR partnered with the MDT Public Involvement for
public involvement (PI) services for the N 19th Avenue – Bozeman project. HDR
developed the PI Plan, branding materials, engagement activities, stakeholder contact
materials, social and traditional media campaigns, and other public information
activities. Brittany was the day-to-day public involvement lead for this project,
engaging with stakeholders, the public, contractors, city officials, and the project
team on a routine basis. Project coordination, messaging, email and social media
coordination, and media relations outreach were all key to the success of this project.
MDT, Whitefish Stage Road
Public Involvement Lead. HDR is designing safety improvements along Whitefish
Stage Road from just north of Reserve Drive to the intersection with MT 40. This
roadway reconstruction project includes multiple intersection analysis, turn lane
design, as well as traffic safety and operations analysis at multiple intersections along
Whitefish Stage Road, resulting in intersection realignment of Whitefish Stage and
Hodgson Road. The project includes signing and striping, environmental, hydraulics,
in addition to R/W design. Public and stakeholder outreach is also underway to
help develop the future characteristics of the roadway, including coordination with
Lake County and adjacent landowners. Brittany is serving as the public involvement
contact, initiating graphics and website updates, coordinating discussions with area
stakeholders, and facilitating public meetings. Brittany also conducts outreach to
neighboring project leads to align messaging and troubleshoot related questions.
City of Billings, Monad Road - Daniel Street to Moore Lane
Public Involvement Lead. HDR is providing the design for the reconstruction
of Monad Road from Daniel Street to Moore Lane to improve it to a minor arterial,
complete street standard. The length of the project is approximately 3,200 feet and
includes improvements to roadway, curb, gutter, sidewalk, multi-use trail, storm drain,
rehabilitation of water and wastewater infrastructure, and street lighting along the
Relevant Project Experience
Brittany Cremer
Public Involvement & Community Engagement
Brittany is a dynamic professional with nearly 20 years of experience leading numerous community engagement and award-winning public relations campaigns within highly regulated industries.
Specializing in public relations, project communication, and crisis communications outreach, Brittany artfully connects the right message to the right audience at the right time, helping firms and
stakeholders jointly achieve their strategic goals, including on multiple MDT projects across Montana. Brittany has concepted marketing and engagement strategies across Montana, utilizing both
traditional and social media to reach target demographics. Specializing in stakeholder outreach and consensus building, Brittany is focused on anticipating potential pain points and mitigating
reputational risk for her clients.
corridor. Brittany is providing public involvement and communication services for
the City, initiating outreach to area landowners and serving as the primary point of
contact for all project questions. Outreach activities include developing informational
mailers, graphics, maps, coordinating in-person meetings and developing consistent
project messaging for city leadership and potential media interviews.
MDT, Merrill Avenue - Glendive Public Involvement
Public Involvement Lead. To increase safety and optimize roadway efficiency, MDT
redesigned and reconstructed a portion of Merrill Avenue in Glendive. Road detours,
construction updates, and consistent communication with the public were critical to
the success of this regional roadway project. Brittany led public involvement efforts
with outreach including weekly project meeting coordination with construction teams
and advisory groups, website content updates, conflict resolution facilitation, and
stakeholder engagement (email, text, and phone outreach). She also successfully
partnered with local media to obtain positive press coverage for the project.
MDT, Missouri River - Fort Benton
Public Involvement Lead. HDR provided engineering services to determine
the more practical option of rehabilitation or replacing the Fort Benton – 13th St.
bridge. Work included overall project management; preparation of an environmental
document; roadway and structures design, plans, specifications and cost estimates;
and Traffic Management Plan, traffic control plans and specifications for construction.
Brittany leads public involvement efforts for this project and has successfully led
stakeholder engagement, hosting targeted meetings with local leaders and organized
a well-attended public open house. Components of this outreach included creating
handouts, story boards, maps, and other engaging materials. Brittany also brokered
and diffused difficult conversations with key stakeholders. Her positive, solution-
oriented approach to public involvement has helped garner favorable media coverage.
Education
Master of Science, Public Relations,
Montana State University-Billings, 2006
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism, Minor in
Political Science, University of Montana,
2004
City of Bozeman | Stucky Road Reconstruction
MDT, N 19th Avenue - Bozeman
Environmental Lead. HDR partnered with the MDT Design Unit to develop this
project on an expedited schedule to take advantage of redistribution opportunities.
HDR designed the pedestrian ramps, signal updates, signing and striping, as well
as expedited design for additional turn lanes on E Valley Center Road and N 19th
Avenue to EB I-90. HDR developed turn lane geometrics, hydraulics, new sidewalk
alternatives, and grading impacts with the existing right-of-way. HDR led the design to
develop plans within six weeks as well as utilized regular coordination meetings with
MDT functional areas to review focus areas. HDR also had consistent coordination
and recommendations with all areas of MDT, allowing for quick decisions. Jon led
development of environmental resource reports and technical studies that included a
Detailed Noise Analysis and an Induced Growth Analysis.
MDT, Whitefish Stage Road
Environmental Lead. HDR is designing safety improvements along Whitefish Stage
Road from just north of Reserve Drive to the intersection with MT 40. This roadway
reconstruction project includes multiple intersection analysis, turn lane design, as
well as traffic safety and operations analysis at multiple intersections along Whitefish
Stage Road, resulting in intersection realignment of Whitefish Stage and Hodgson
Road. The project includes signing and striping, environmental, hydraulics, in addition
to R/W design. Public and stakeholder outreach is also underway to help develop the
future characteristics of the roadway, including coordination with Lake County as well
as adjacent landowners. Jon conducted wetland delineations, prepared the BRR/PBA,
and developed the environmental document. Jon prepared the final BA evaluating
project impacts on grizzly bears. Future phase work will include environmental
permitting and preparation of the AFR.
Sanderson Stewart/MDT, Montana Highway 64 (MT 64) Rural Commuter Corridor
Environmental Lead. Jon provided environmental services for this $10.2M TIGER
Grant awarded in 2017 through 2020 to Gallatin County. The scope of the project
involved improvements to the transportation network, including left turn lanes at key
Relevant Project Experience
Jon Schick, CEP
Environmental
Jon is an environmental planner and project manager possessing a depth of experience in managing environmental compliance for transportation, utility, and development projects throughout
Montana. Jon’s experience includes NEPA/MEPA documentation and compliance, wetland delineations, environmental permitting, Endangered Species Act compliance, mitigation monitoring,
geospatial analysis/GIS, agency and tribal coordination, and public involvement activities. Jon has led the environmental compliance for numerous federally funded transportation projects including
alternative delivery projects (design-build, CM/GC) and managed interdisciplinary teams to achieve NEPA/MEPA approvals under tight timelines. He utilizes his experience and exceptional
organizational skills to help clients navigate complicated environmental regulations, obtain permits, and complete projects. Jon is a Certified Environmental Professional accredited through the
Academy of Board Certified Environmental Professionals. He is also a certified wetland delineator and SWPPP Administrator.
intersections along MT-64, non-motorized improvements (pedestrian tunnel under
MT-64 and bridge over West Fork Gallatin River), improved signage, and purchase of
motor coaches and vans to enhance transit service. Jon’s work includes developing
all environmental documentation, including the biological resource report, biological
assessment, noise analysis, Class I cultural resource inventory, environmental
document, as well as preparing environmental permits and mitigation plan to support
project.
MDT, West of Missoula - NW
Environmental Lead. HDR is designing the reconstruction of a 5.1-mile section of
a rural collector northwest of Missoula. The project includes environmental studies
and documentation, public involvement, bridge and roadway design, traffic analysis/
design, a shared-use path, irrigation facility relocation, hydraulic design, floodplain
analysis, preparation of right-of-way plans, and preparation of environmental permits.
Jon is developing all environmental documentation for the project.
City of Bozeman, Davis Lane Lift Station & Norton East Ranch Outfall Sewer
Environmental Lead. HDR designed the Davis Lane lift station, force main,
interstate crossing, and Norton East Ranch Sewer Outfall from a preliminary
engineering report through final design and construction. The water main will provide
a looped connection to accommodate an adjacent development. The sewer design
will accommodate existing sewer connections and varying sewer pipe depths to
provide the required connections. HDR also developed a hydraulic spreadsheet
model of the lift station and dual force mains to verify system hydraulic sizing and
operational requirements prior to final design. Jon led the environmental permitting
that included wetland/stream delineation and Section 404 permitting. This project
impacted a constructed wetland that was protected through a covenant and required
an Individual 404 Permit and substantial agency coordination to successfully get the
project permitted and constructed.
Education
Master of Science, Environmental
Sciences/Studies, Alaska Pacific University,
2006
Bachelor of Arts, Environmental Design,
University of Colorado, Boulder, 1998
Registrations
Certified Environmental Planner (CEP),
No. 24753733
City of Bozeman | Stucky Road Reconstruction
MDT, SF 109 - GR NE of Bozeman Phase 2
Project Manager. HDR provided construction engineering and inspection (CEI)
services for the SF-109 GR NE of Bozeman (Ph2) project. Work included project
initiation, pre-construction meeting, construction staking, project management, and
construction administration. Brandon managed the construction engineering and
inspection services for this bridge replacement project.
MDT, Beaver Creek - South of Saco CEI Services
Project Manager. HDR provided CEI services for Beaver Creek at Saco Bridge
project. Given the bridge is within an approximate zoned floodplain, design
considerations utilized MDT’s Guidelines as well as those of the federal, state, and
local floodplain regulations. The technical analysis included developing and calculating
hydrologic characteristics for regression along with independent stream gage
analyses of local stream gages; reviewing historical photos and forensic evidence
with the results of a calibrated hydraulic model to assist in deciphering numerous
split flows within and outside of the analyzed stream reach; provide multiple bridge
alternatives to accommodate flood flows while not impacting local infrastructure
or increasing the risk to surrounding properties; provide a comprehensive scour
and scour mitigation analysis for each alternative; in addition to submitting a report
and Bridge Recommendation Memo outlining procedures, results, as well as the
recommended bridge alternative to be constructed. Brandon managed the CEI
services for this bridge improvement project.
Big Sky Resort, Electrical Upgrades
Project Manager. Big Sky Resort requested HDR assist with the needed electrical
upgrades required for the rebuild of the Swift Current ski lift, new Tram, and Gondola.
This included re-designing and upgrading the current electrical infrastructure to
help support not only the new lifts, but also future expansion projects. Brandon
led the coordination with Big Sky Resort, the lift engineers, building architects, and
construction crews were critical to validate placement and sizing of all electrical
equipment in extreme terrain that was difficult to access.
Relevant Project Experience
Brandon Anderson, PMP, CCM
Construction Inspection/Administration
Brandon brings over 19 years of experience managing engineering projects from conceptual design through construction closeout, including seven years as HDR’s Regional Lead for Construction
Services. Brandon has been an integral member of HDR’s MDT CEI Team, having served as Engineering Project Manager (EPM), inspector, or material tester on four CEI projects that included bridge
replacement, bridge rehabilitation, and rural reconstruction. Brandon has led construction administration and observation as an owner’s representative for a variety of projects and contract methods
including, engineering, procurement, and construction, progressive design build, and design build. Through this work in alternative delivery Brandon has expertise in and a strong commitment to
partnering, and has utilized partnering techniques to successfully deliver construction projects, mitigate risk, and reduce claims.
MDT, Bridge Deck S-234 S Havre CEI Services
Project Manager. HDR provided Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI)
services for the Bridge Deck S-234 South-Havre project. Work included project
initiation, pre-construction meeting, construction staking, project management, and
construction administration. HDR staff reviewed and responded to change orders,
requests for information, and construction submittals. Brandon managed the CEI
services for this bridge improvement project.
Montana Dakota Utilities, Lewis and Clark Station Unit 1 Reclaimed Bottom Ash Pond
Closure
Construction Administration & Observation. HDR provided engineering,
construction oversight, and SWPPP Administration services for closure of a
retired CCR repository pond. Brandon worked with the contractor to confirm that
all work was being performed in conformance with the project design drawings
and specifications. He also provided construction oversight and administered the
project’s SWPPP. He performed weekly SWPPP inspections in conjunction with the
construction observation for the duration of the construction process.
Henkels & McCoy/Bonneville Power Administration (BPA), Secondary Capacity Model
Program (SCM)
Transmission Design Program Manager. BPA sought a contractor to increase
capacity for BPA transmission projects. BPA was looking for a program that will
complete customer-requested, system expansion, and system sustaining projects
involving all assets related to a bulk electric system. HDR, as a sub to Henkels and
McCoy, has completed design for greenfield and brownfield substations, protection
and control systems, and greenfield and brownfield transmission design, including
ADSS & OPGW. Brandon is the overall program manager for all transmission line
projects within the SCM program, assisting with assembling design teams and
coordinating with the client to keep projects on track.
Education
Bachelor of Science, Operations
Management, Minnesota State University,
Moorhead, 2016
Associate of Science, Architectural
Drafting & Estimating, North Dakota State
College of Sciences, 2006
Registrations
Project Management Professional (PMP):
No. 2022780
Certified Construction Manager (CCM):
No. 17596
May 2026 Clear Route Real Estate
TONY GADDO, P.E. REALTOR®
Senior Real Estate Services Consultant
Biography
Tony works as a Real Estate Services Consultant, focusing on right-of-way (R/W)
acquisition activities for public/private clients. He brings 20 years’ worth of experience in
project management, R/W acquisition, roadway and transportation design, R/W design,
title research/clearing, eminent domain support, property acquisition and valuations,
realty market research, negotiations and public involvement.
Along with direct acquisition tasks, Tony has experience developing R/W planning reports,
property impact analysis, property condition assessments, realty project cost estimates,
relocation planning studies and cost estimates. Tony currently serves as the City of
Bozeman’s sole R/W acquisition consultant and as an agent for the Montana Department
of Transportation and City of Billings for road and utility projects. He has worked on large
and small acquisition projects for local municipalities and school districts, County/City
public works, MDT, NDDOT, and FHWA-Western Federal Lands.
Work Experience
Senior Real Estate Services Consultant
Broker/Owner, Clear Route Real Estate, Bozeman, MT
Tony established the realty firm to continue providing real estate services to
public entities and private engineering and developer clients. He provides
acquisition/land agent services to public and private teams.
Senior Engineer and Right-of-Way Specialist
Sanbell (formerly Sanderson Stewart), Bozeman, MT
Tony established the R/W acquisition team for the firm serving public and
private clients for 7 years. He successfully obtained term contracts with MDT
and the City of Bozeman. He conducted over 100 acquisition transactions.
Transportation Engineer / Right-of-Way Specialist
DOWL (formerly HKM Engineering), Bozeman, MT
Tony worked as a transportation engineer and transitioned to working with R/W
design and acquisition teams, developing and leading the Montana acquisitions
group for 13 years. He conducted over 200 acquisition transactions.
Recent Project Experience
City of Bozeman, Railroad Quiet Zone Crossings (Rouse and Wallace), Bozeman,
MT MDT, Railroad Street Path and Walks TA, Columbia Falls, MT
County of Yellowstone, 48th and Central R/W Acquisition, Billings, MT
MDT, Clarks Fork – 9M S Belfry, Belfry, MT
City of Belgrade, Cruiser/Spooner/Dry Creek Roundabouts, Belgrade, MT
City of Billings, EBURD 10th to 13th Infrastructure Improvements, Billings, MT City
of Bozeman, Griffin Drive Road Reconstruction R/W Acquisi,on, Bozeman, MT MDT,
Johnson Lane Interchange Acquisition Assistance, Billings, Montana Bozeman Fiber,
Main Street Fiber Easements, Bozeman, MT
Gallatin County, Highway 64 Widening, Big Sky, MT
City of Bozeman, Baxter & Cottonwood R/W Acquisition, Bozeman, MT
MDT/City of Livingston, Railroad Grade Separation (Star Road), Livingston, MT
MDT, Rouse Avenue Road Reconstruction, Bozeman, MT
CONTACT
(406) 208-7919
tgaddo@clearroute-re.com
www.clearroute-re.com
PO Box 6162
Bozeman, MT 59771
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EDUCATION
Montana State University,
Bozeman, B.S. Construction
Engineering Technology,
2005
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PROFESSIONAL LICENSURES
Professional Engineer,
MT #18169
Real Estate Broker,
MT #127264
Notary Public, MT
_______________________
PROFESSIONAL GROUPS
International R/W
Association, Chapter 45
Gallatin Valley Association
of Realtors
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PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
Dual Agency Relationships
Residential and Business
Relocation Workshop
Negotiations Workshop
MDT R/W Training
NDDOT R/W Negotiations
Real Estate Contract Law June 2024 Present Apr 2018 Feb 2025 Jan 2005 Apr 2018
www.seaeng.com
Zach Lowe, PE
Bozeman Regional Manager / Senior Engineer
Firm Name: Stahly Engineering
Years with Firm: 8 years | 30 years experience
Project Role: Irrigation Crossings
Zach Lowe is a highly experienced senior civil engineer and project
manager, serving as the Bozeman Regional Manager. He brings a
wealth of expertise in site-civil design, land development, and utility
design to his role. Zach has a strong track record of working closely
with the City of Bozeman Engineering and Planning staff, allowing
him to navigate the project approval process effectively and ensure
successful project delivery. With his comprehensive understanding of
the approval, design, and bidding processes, Zach is well-equipped to
lead and manage projects in the Bozeman region, contributing to the
growth and development of the area.
Education:
B.S. Civil Engineer, Montana State University, Bozeman, MT – 1996
B.A. Applied Science, George Fox University, Newberg, OR – 1996
Active Registration:
Professional Engineer: Montana, 2002; 12923 PE
#TSP055541, 2006/TSP
HAZWOPER, 2010
Engineering Leadership Institute Classes
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE•Stucky Road & S 19th Ave, Bozeman, MT•SUD Phase 3 Southwood Park, Bozeman, MT•South University District Phase 2, Bozeman,MT •South University District Ph 3, Bozeman, MT•MSU Parking Maintenance 2020-2022, Bozeman, MT•Bozeman Sports Park Phase 1B, Bozeman, MT•MSU Building Projects, Bozeman, MT•Montana State University Roads & ParkingLots, Bozeman, MT•Montana State University IrrigationImprovements and Design to the FamilyGraduate Housing, Bozeman, MT•Montana State University 8th and ClevelandReconstruction, Bozeman, MT•Story Mill Park-East Parking Lot, Bozeman, MT•Trinity Church Site Plan & Survey, Bozeman,MT •Housing First Village, Bozeman, MT•Community First Griffin Plan, Bozeman, MTLake Lodge Propane Line, Lake Lodge, YNP,WY •Hyalite Elementary School, Bozeman, MT•Monforton School District Impact Fee Study,Bozeman, MT•Journey Church Campus, Bozeman, MT•West Winds Planned Unit Development,Bozeman, MT•BLM Radio Repeater Sites - Statewide,Montana, Various, MT
Appendix D: Generative AI
Artificial Intelligence
HDR recognizes the impact of artificial intelligence on our industry and communities. We are
committed to using this technology responsibly and ethically, with a strong focus on client data
ownership. We ensure data is protected through robust data management and security
standards to safeguard client and company information. We adhere to the following principles to
maintain standards of care and responsibility of our client's and corporate data.
•Accountability: We evaluate the use of artificial intelligence to ensure it is used in ways
that align with our organization's values.
•Transparency: We promote trustworthy artificial intelligence through a commitment to
transparency, providing information about our Al systems and their outputs.
•Privacy: Our organization recognizes privacy as a fundamental value in Al development,
implementing privacy-enhancing technologies and data minimization methods to
safeguard individual identity
•Fairness: We strive to mitigate biases and promote fairness while recognizing that this
effort extends beyond demographic balance, encompassing accessibility, existing
disparities, and varied cultural perceptions of fairness.
•Responsibility: We perform assessments of generative artificial intelligence to identify
and mitigate risks and perform responsible usage. We ensure Al systems meet ethical
standards, and legal requirements emphasize transparent use of Al.
•Sustainability: We strive to incorporate environmental, social and economic impact
considerations into our use and design of artificial intelligence.
Together, these principles support HDR's responsible and ethical development and
deployment of artificial intelligence in support of our internal operations and in the service of
our clients and communities.
HDR expects all employees to act with integrity and requires all employees to follow HDR
policies, including without limitation the Data Management Policy and Generative Artificial
Intelligence Usage Policy.
HDR has implemented security controls and processes that comply with government and
industry data protection regulations and standards. Data management controls and
processes implemented at HDR include, but are not limited to, the following:
•We perform continuous oversight and reviews for Al and all software development
practices to ensure compliance.
•Prohibit the use of generative Al for use in any final work product
•Clients always retain ownership of their data
•Require that written client consent for any client data use with generative Al, Opt-in
vs Opt-out
•Never use client data for training or developing generative Al models
•Store and process data in accordance with client contract.
•Adhere to statutory and regulatory requirements including data sovereignty
John W. Henderson
Chief Executive Officer
March 01, 2026
Appendix E:
Professional Services Alterations
Professional Services Agreement for Stucky Road Reconstruction Project
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PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into this day of , 202
(“Effective Date”), by and between the CITY OF BOZEMAN, MONTANA, a self-governing municipal
corporation organized and existing under its Charter and the laws of the State of Montana, 121
North Rouse Street, Bozeman, Montana, with a mailing address of PO Box 1230, Bozeman, MT
59771, hereinafter referred to as “City,” and, , hereinafter referred
to as “Contractor.” City and Contractor may be referred to individually as “Party” and collectively as
“Parties.”
In consideration of the mutual covenants and agreements herein contained, the receipt and
sufficiency whereof being hereby acknowledged, the Parties to this Agreement agree as follows:
1. Purpose: City agrees to enter this Agreement with Contractor to perform for City
services described in the Scope of Services attached hereto as Exhibit A and by this reference made
a part hereof.
2. Term/Effective Date: This Agreement is effective upon the Effective Date and will
expire on the day of , 20 , unless earlier terminated in accordance with
this Agreement.
3. Scope of Services: Contractor will perform the work and provide the services in
accordance with the requirements of the Scope of Services. For conflicts between this Agreement
and the Scope of Services, unless specifically provided otherwise, the Agreement governs.
4. Payment: City agrees to pay Contractor the amount specified in the Scope of Services.
Any alteration or deviation from the described services that involves additional costs above the
Agreement amount will be performed by Contractor after written request by City and will become an
additional charge over and above the amount listed in the Scope of Services. City must agree in
writing upon any additional charges.
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5. Contractor’s Representations: To induce City to enter into this Agreement,
Contractor represents and warrants:
a. Contractor has familiarized itself with the nature and extent of this Agreement, the
Scope of Services, and with all local conditions and federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, rules,
and regulations that in any manner may affect cost, progress, or performance of the Scope of
Services.
b. Contractor has the experience and ability to perform the services required by this
Agreement.
c. Contractor will perform the services in a professional, competent, and timely manner
and with diligence and skill ordinarily used by members of Contractor’s profession under the same
or similar circumstances at the same time and in the same locality.
d. Contractor has the power to enter into and perform this Agreement.
e. Contractor’s performance of this Agreement must not infringe upon or violate the
rights of any third Party, whether rights of copyright, trademark, privacy, publicity, libel, slander, or
any other rights of any nature whatsoever, or violate any federal, state, and municipal laws.
Contractor agrees City will not determine or exercise control as to general procedures or
formats necessary to have these services meet this warranty.
6. Independent Contractor Status: The Parties agree that Contractor is an independent
contractor for purposes of this Agreement and is not to be considered an employee of City for any
purpose. Contractor is not subject to the terms and provisions of City’s personnel policies handbook
and is not considered a City employee for workers’ compensation or any other purpose. Contractor
is not authorized to represent City or otherwise bind City in any dealings between Contractor and
any third Parties.
Contractor must comply with the applicable requirements of the Workers’ Compensation
Act, Title 39, Chapter 71, Montana Code Annotated (MCA), and the Occupational Disease Act of
Montana, Title 39, Chapter 71, MCA. Contractor must maintain workers’ compensation coverage for
all members and employees of Contractor’s business, except for those members who are exempted
by law.
Contractor must furnish City with copies showing one of the following: (1) a binder for
workers’ compensation coverage by an insurer licensed and authorized to provide workers’
compensation insurance in the State of Montana; or (2) proof of exemption from workers’
compensation granted by law for independent contractors.
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7. Prevailing Wage Requirements
a. Montana Resident Preference. The nature of the work performed, or services
provided, under this Contract meets the statutory definition of a "public works contract" in 18-2-
401, MCA. Unless superseded by federal law, Montana law requires that contractors and
subcontractors give preference to the employment of Montana residents for any public works
contract in excess of $25,000 for construction or non-construction services. Contractor must abide
by the requirements set out in 18-2-401 through 18-2-432, MCA, and all administrative rules
adopted under these statutes.
The Commissioner of the Montana Department of Labor and Industry has established the
resident requirements in accordance with 18-2-403 and 18-2-409, MCA. Any and all questions
concerning prevailing wage and Montana resident issues should be directed to the Montana
Department of Labor and Industry.
b. Standard Prevailing Rate of Wages. In addition, unless superseded by federal law, all
employees working on a public works contract must be paid prevailing wage rates in accordance
with 18-2-401 through 18-2-432, MCA, and all associated administrative rules. Montana law requires
that all public works contracts, as defined in 18-2-401, MCA, in which the total cost of the contract
is greater than $25,000, contain a provision stating for each job classification the standard prevailing
wage rate, including fringe benefits, travel, per diem, and zone pay that Contractors, subcontractors,
and employers must pay during the public works contract. Wage rate adjustments for multiyear
public works contracts are the sole responsibility of the Contractor and must be done in accordance
with 18-2-417, MCA.
c. Notice of Wages and Benefits. Furthermore, 18-2-406, MCA, requires that all
contractors, subcontractors, and employers who are performing work or providing services under a
public works contract post in a prominent and accessible site on the project staging area or work
area, no later than the first day of work and continuing for the entire duration of the contract, a
legible statement of all wages and fringe benefits to be paid to the employees in compliance with
18-2-423, MCA.
d. Wage Rates, Pay Schedule, and Records. 18-2-423, MCA, requires that employees
receiving an hourly wage must be paid on a weekly basis. Each contractor, subcontractor, and
employer must maintain payroll records in a manner readily capable of being certified for
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submission under 18-2-423, MCA, for not less than three years after Contractor's, subcontractor's,
or employer's completion of work on the public works contract.
8. Labor Relations: If any labor problems or disputes arise during this Agreement, which
cause any services to cease for any period of time, Contractor agrees to take immediate steps in its
discretion, at its own expense and without expectation of reimbursement from City, to alleviate or
resolve all such labor problems or disputes. Contractor bears all costs of any related legal action.
Contractor must provide immediate relief to City so as to permit the services to continue at no
additional cost to City. Contractor acknowledges and agrees that City will not be a Party to any labor
disputes between Contractor and any subcontractors or third Parties.
9. Indemnity: For other than professional services rendered, to the fullest extent
permitted by law, Contractor agrees to release, defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City, its
agents, representatives, employees, and officers (collectively referred to for purposes of this Section
as the City) from and against any and all claims, demands, actions, fees and costs (including
reasonable attorney’s fees and the costs and fees of expert witness and consultants), losses,
expenses, liabilities (including liability where activity is inherently or intrinsically dangerous) or direct
damages of whatever kind or nature connected therewith and without limit and without regard to
the cause or causes thereof or the negligence of any Party or Parties that may be asserted against,
recovered from or suffered by the City to the extent caused by, occasioned by, growing or arising out
of or resulting from or in any way related to: (i) the negligent, reckless, or intentional misconduct of
Contractor; or (ii) any negligent, reckless, or intentional misconduct of any of Contractor’s agents.
For the professional services rendered, to the fullest extent permitted by law, Contractor
agrees to indemnify and hold the City harmless against claims, demands, suits, damages, losses, and
expenses, including reasonable defense attorney fees, to the extent caused by the negligence or
intentional misconduct of Contractor or Contractor’s agents or employees.
For any labor problems or disputes or any delays or stoppages of work associated with such
problems or disputes and for any claims regarding underpaid prevailing wages, Contractor must
indemnify, defend, and hold the City harmless from any and all claims, demands, costs, expenses,
damages, and liabilities arising out of, resulting from, or occurring.
Contractor’s obligations in this Section must not be construed to negate, abridge, or reduce
other rights or obligations of indemnity that would otherwise exist. The indemnification obligations
of this Section must not be construed to negate, abridge, or reduce any common-law or statutory
rights of the City as indemnitee(s) which would otherwise exist as to such indemnitee(s).
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Contractor’s indemnity under this Section must be without regard to and without any right
to contribution from any insurance maintained by City.
Should the City be required to bring an action against Contractor to assert its right to defense
or indemnification under this Agreement or under Contractor’s applicable insurance policies
required below, the City must be entitled to recover reasonable costs and attorney fees incurred in
asserting its right to indemnification or defense but only if a court of competent jurisdiction
determines Contractor was obligated to defend the claim(s) or was obligated to indemnify the City
for a claim(s) or any portion(s) thereof.
In the event of an action filed against the City resulting from the City’s performance under
this Agreement, the City may elect to represent itself and incur all costs and expenses of suit.
These obligations must survive termination of this Agreement and the services performed
hereunder.
10. Insurance: In addition to and independent from Contractor’s indemnity obligations
under Section 9, Contractor must, at Contractor’s expense, secure insurance coverage through an
insurance company or companies duly licensed and authorized to conduct insurance business in
Montana which insures the liabilities and obligations specifically assumed by Contractor in this
Section. The insurance coverage must not contain any exclusion for liabilities specifically assumed
by Contractor in Section 9.
The insurance must be occurrence-based except where otherwise noted, and cover and apply to all
claims, demands, suits, damages, losses, and expenses that may be asserted or claimed against,
recovered from, or suffered by City without limit and without regard to the cause. Contractor must
furnish to City an accompanying certificate of insurance and accompanying endorsements in amounts
not less than as follows:
Workers’ Compensation – statutory;
Employers’ Liability - $1,000,000 per claimoccurrence; $2,000,000 per
occurrenceaggregate;
Commercial General Liability - $1,000,000 per occurrenceclaim; $2,000,000 per
occurrenceaggregate;
Automobile Liability - $1,000,000 per property damage claim and $1,000,000 per
bodily injury claim; $2,000,000 per accident; and
Professional Liability - $1,000,000 per claim; $2,000,000 per occurrenceannual
aggregate.
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With the exception of Professional Liability coverage, tThe above amounts must be exclusive
of defense costs. City must be endorsed as an additional insured on a primary non-contributory basis
on the Commercial General, Employer’s Liability, and Automobile Liability policies. The insurance
and required endorsements must be approved by City and must include no less than a thirty (30)
day notice of cancellation or non-renewal. Contractor must notify City within two (2) business days
of Contractor’s receipt of notice that any required insurance coverage will be terminated or
Contractor’s decision to terminate any required insurance coverage for any reason.
City must approve all insurance coverage and endorsements prior to Contractor
commencing work. Alternative: Contractor must provide City a certificate of insurance prior to
commencing work. City must approve the limits shown on the certificate prior to commencing
work. City’s approval of the limits does not relieve Contractor of Contractor’s obligation to ensure
the insurance meets the requirements.
11. Waiver of Claims: Contractor also waives any and all claims and recourse against City,
including the right of contribution for loss or damage to person or property arising from, growing
out of, or in any way connected with or incident to the performance of this Agreement except
“responsibility for [City’s] own fraud, for willful injury to the person or property of another, or for
violation of law, whether willful or negligent” as per 28-2-702, MCA.
12. Termination for Contractor’s Fault:
a. If Contractor refuses or fails to timely do the work, or any part thereof, or fails to
perform any of its obligations under this Agreement, or otherwise breaches any terms or conditions
of this Agreement, City may, by written notice, terminate this Agreement and Contractor’s right to
proceed with all or any part of the work (“Termination Notice Due to Contractor’s Fault”). City may
then take over the work and complete it, either with its own resources or by re-letting the contract
to any other third Party. Contractor shall have seven (7) days from receipt of written notice in which
to cure the basis for termination identified in the notice.
b. In the event of a termination pursuant to this Section 12, Contractor must be entitled
to payment only for those services Contractor actually rendered.
c. Any termination provided for by this Section 12 must be in addition to any other
remedies to which City may be entitled under the law or at equity.
d. In the event of termination under this Section 12, Contractor must, under no
circumstances, be entitled to claim or recover consequential, special, punitive, lost business
opportunity, lost productivity, field office overhead, general conditions costs, or lost profits damages
of any nature arising, or claimed to have arisen, as a result of the termination.
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13. Termination for City’s Convenience:
a. Should conditions arise which, in the sole opinion and discretion of City, make it
advisable to City to cease performance under this Agreement, City may terminate this Agreement
by written notice to Contractor (“Notice of Termination for City’s Convenience”). The termination
must be effective in the manner specified in the Notice of Termination for City’s Convenience and
must be without prejudice to any claims that City may otherwise have against Contractor.
b. Upon receipt of the Notice of Termination for City’s Convenience, unless otherwise
directed in the Notice, Contractor must immediately cease performance under this Agreement and
make every reasonable effort to refrain from continuing work, incurring additional expenses or costs
under this Agreement and must immediately cancel all existing orders or contracts upon terms
satisfactory to City. Contractor must do only such work as may be necessary to preserve, protect,
and maintain work already completed or immediately in progress.
c. In the event of a termination pursuant to this Section 13, Contractor is entitled to
payment only for those services Contractor actually rendered on or before the receipt of the Notice
of Termination for City’s Convenience.
d. The compensation described in Section 13(c) is the sole compensation due to
Contractor for its performance of this Agreement. Contractor must, under no circumstances, be
entitled to claim or recover consequential, special, punitive, lost business opportunity, lost
productivity, field office overhead, general conditions costs, or lost profits damages of any nature
arising, or claimed to have arisen, as a result of the termination.
14. Intellectual Property and Ownership of Work Product:
a. Title and Ownership Rights. Upon Contractor’s receipt of payment by City, City
shall obtain retains title to and all ownership rights in all Work Product. “Work Product” includes
all materials, tangible or not, created in whatever medium pursuant to this Agreement, including
but not limited to publications, promotional or educational materials, reports, manuals,
specifications, drawings and sketches, computer programs, software and databases, schematics,
marks, logos, graphic designs, notes, data and content, including but not limited to multimedia or
images (graphics, audio, and video), matters and any combinations of, and all forms of
intellectual property.
b. Ownership of Work Product. Contractor must execute any documents or take
any other actions as may reasonably be necessary, or as City may reasonably request, to
perfect City’s ownership of any Work Product. Contractor must, at no cost to City, deliver to City,
upon City request during the term of this Agreement or at its expiration or termination, a current
copy of all Work Product in the form and on the media in use as of the date of City’s request, or
such expiration or termination.
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c. Return of Physical Property. Upon expiration or termination of this Agreement,
Contractor agrees to return to City all City property, including but not limited to any and all
physical items such as documentation, records, and equipment, which is in Contractor’s
possession or under Contractor’s control. Contractor must submit to City a detailed account of all
of City’s property in its possession or under Contractor’s control. Contractor must return City’s
property in a method acceptable to City within ten (10) working days. Unless otherwise mutually
agreed upon by the Parties, at no time must any of City’s property be retained by Contractor upon
expiration or termination of this Agreement.
d. Return of Data. Upon expiration or termination of this Agreement, Contractor
agrees to return to City all City data. Contractor must submit to City a detailed account of all of
City’s data in its possession or under Contractor’s control. Contractor must return City’s data in a
format acceptable to City within ten (10) working days. At no time must any data or processes that
either belong to or are intended for use of City or its officers, agents, or employees, be copied,
disclosed, or retained by Contractor upon expiration or termination of this Agreement.
e. Destruction of Data. If requested by City, Contractor agrees to destroy all of City’s
data in its possession. When requested by City to destroy City’s data, Contractor agrees to
permanently delete the data and ensure that it is not recoverable, in accordance with National
Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) SP 800-88 “Media Sanitation Guidelines.”
f. Certification. In all cases, Contractor will certify that all of City’s information
processed during the performance of the services will be completely purged from all physical and
electronic data storage with no output to be retained by Contractor at the time the work is
completed, the Agreement is terminated, or upon written request of City.
15. Limitation on Contractor’s Damages; Time for Asserting Claim:
a. In the event of a claim for damages by Contractor under this Agreement, excluding
damages from third-party tort claims against one or both Parties, Contractor’s damages must be
limited to contract damages and both Parties Contractor hereby expressly waives any right to claim
or recover consequential, special, punitive, lost business opportunity, lost productivity, field office
overhead, general conditions costs, or lost profits damages of any nature or kind.
b. In the event Contractor wants to assert a claim for damages of any kind or nature,
Contractor must provide City with written notice of its claim, the facts and circumstances
surrounding and giving rise to the claim, and the total amount of damages sought by the claim,
within thirty (30) days of the facts and circumstances giving rise to the claim. In the event Contractor
fails to provide such notice, Contractor must waive all rights to assert such claim.
16. Representatives and Notices:
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a. City’s Representative: City’s Representative for the purpose of this Agreement must
be or such other individual as City must designate in writing. Whenever
approval or authorization from or communication or submission to City is required by this
Agreement, such communication or submission must be directed to City’s Representative and
approvals or authorizations must be issued only by such Representative; provided, however, that in
exigent circumstances when City’s Representative is not available, Contractor may direct its
communication or submission to other designated City personnel or agents as designated by City in
writing and may receive approvals or authorization from such persons.
b. Contractor’s Representative: Contractor’s Representative for the purpose of this
Agreement must be or such other individual as Contractor must designate
in writing. Whenever direction to or communication with Contractor is required by this Agreement,
such direction or communication must be directed to Contractor’s Representative; provided,
however, that in exigent circumstances when Contractor’s Representative is not available, City may
direct its direction or communication to other designated Contractor personnel or agents.
c. Notices: All notices required by this Agreement must be in writing and must be
provided to the Representatives named in this Section. Notices must be deemed given when
delivered, if delivered by courier to Party’s address shown above during normal business hours of
the recipient; or when sent, if sent by email or fax (with a successful transmission report) to the
email address or fax number provided by the Party’s Representative; or on the fifth business day
following mailing, if mailed by ordinary mail to the address shown above, postage prepaid.
17. Permits: Contractor must provide all notices, comply with all applicable laws,
ordinances, rules, and regulations, obtain all necessary permits, licenses, including a City of Bozeman
business license, and inspections from applicable governmental authorities, and pay all fees and
charges in connection therewith.
18. Laws and Regulations: Contractor must comply fully with all applicable state and
federal laws, regulations, and municipal ordinances including, but not limited to, all workers’
compensation laws, all environmental laws including, but not limited to, the generation and disposal
of hazardous waste, the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA), the safety rules, codes, and
provisions of the Montana Safety Act in Title 50, Chapter 71, MCA, all applicable City, County, and
State building and electrical codes, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and all non-discrimination,
affirmative action, and utilization of minority and small business statutes and regulations.
19. Web Accessibility and the ADA: Title II of the ADA prohibits discrimination against
people with disabilities in all services, programs, and activities offered or made available by City.
This includes ensuring that City’s communications with people with disabilities are as effective as its
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communications with others.
If Contractor’s Scope of Services includes the production of digital content, documents, or
web applications intended to be branded for use by City, Contractor must use the City style guide
when creating a design. As per recommendations found in Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act, all
digital content, documents, or web applications must also adhere to level A and AA Success
Criteria and Conformance Requirements as defined by the current Web Content Accessibility
Guidelines (WCAG).
City will not accept digital content that does not comply with WCAG A and AA guidelines. If
City refuses digital content because it is non-compliant with the City style guide, Section 508 of the
Rehabilitation Act, and/or WCAG, Contractor will be required to make the digital content compliant
and redelivered at no additional cost to City.
20. Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI): Contractor must inform the City’s
representative of its intention to utilize Generative AI to fulfill the deliverables or services detailed
in the Scope of Services. City’s representative may, in their discretion, permit or deny Contractor’s
use of Generative AI. If Contractor is permitted to use Generative AI, Contractor agrees to review
any work created by Generative AI for accuracy, bias, and copyright infringement. Contractor agrees
it will never submit any confidential or personal identifiable information acquired through this
Agreement into a Generative AI system. For the purposes of this section, Generative AI is defined as
a deep learning model that can generate high quality content such as stories or writings, images,
voice replication and music.
21. Nondiscrimination and Equal Pay: Contractor agrees that all hiring by Contractor of
persons performing this Agreement must be on the basis of merit and qualifications. Contractor
must have a policy to provide equal employment opportunity in accordance with all applicable state
and federal anti-discrimination laws, regulations, and contracts. Contractor cannot refuse
employment to a person, bar a person from employment, or discriminate against a person in
compensation or in a term, condition, or privilege of employment because of race, color, religion,
creed, political ideas, sex, age, marital status, national origin, actual or perceived sexual orientation,
gender identity, physical or mental disability, except when the reasonable demands of the position
require an age, physical or mental disability, marital status or sex distinction. Contractor is subject
to and must comply with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; Section 140, Title 2, United States
Code, and all regulations promulgated thereunder.
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Contractor represents it is, and for the term of this Agreement will be, in compliance with
the requirements of the Equal Pay Act of 1963 and Section 39-3-104, MCA (the Montana Equal Pay
Act). Contractor must report to City any violations of the Montana Equal Pay Act that Contractor has
been found guilty of within 60 days of such finding for violations occurring during the term of this
Agreement.
Contractor must require these nondiscrimination terms of its subcontractors providing
services under this Agreement.
22. Intoxicants; DOT Drug and Alcohol Regulations/Safety and Training: Contractor
must not permit or suffer the introduction or use of any intoxicants, including alcohol or illegal drugs,
by any employee or agent engaged in services to City under this Agreement while on City property
or in the performance of any activities under this Agreement. Contractor acknowledges it is aware
of and must comply with its responsibilities and obligations under the U.S. Department of
Transportation (DOT) regulations governing anti-drug and alcohol misuse prevention plans and
related testing. City must have the right to request proof of such compliance and Contractor must
be obligated to furnish such proof.
Contractor must be responsible for instructing and training Contractor's employees and
agents in proper and specified work methods and procedures. Contractor must provide continuous
inspection and supervision of the work performed. Contractor is responsible for instructing its
employees and agents in safe work practices.
23. Modification and Assignability: This Agreement may not be enlarged, modified or
altered except by written agreement signed by both Parties. Contractor may not subcontract or
assign Contractor’s rights, including the right to compensation or duties arising hereunder, without
the prior written consent of City. Any subcontractor or assignee will be bound by all of the terms
and conditions of this Agreement.
24. Reports/Accountability/Public Information: Contractor agrees to develop and/or
provide documentation as requested by City demonstrating Contractor’s compliance with the
requirements of this Agreement. Upon reasonable written notice, Contractor must allow City, its
auditors, and other persons authorized by City to inspect and copy its books and records for the
purpose of verifying that the reimbursement of monies distributed to Contractor pursuant to this
Agreement was used in compliance with this Agreement and all applicable provisions of federal,
state, and local law. Contractor cannot issue any statements, releases or information for public
dissemination without prior approval of City.
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25. Non-Waiver: A waiver by either Party of any default or breach by the other Party of
any terms or conditions of this Agreement does not limit the other Party’s right to enforce such term
or conditions or to pursue any available legal or equitable rights in the event of any subsequent
default or breach.
26. Attorney’s Fees and Costs: In the event it becomes necessary for either Party to
retain an attorney to enforce any of the terms or conditions of this Agreement or to give any notice
required in this Agreement, the prevailing Party or the Party giving notice is entitled to reasonable
attorney's fees and costs, including fees, salary, and costs of in-house counsel including the City
Attorney’s Office staff.
27. Taxes: Contractor is obligated to pay all taxes of any kind or nature and make all
appropriate employee withholdings.
28. Dispute Resolution:
a. Any claim, controversy, or dispute between the Parties, their agents, employees, or
representatives must be resolved first by negotiation between senior-level personnel from each
Party duly authorized to negotiate settlement agreements. Upon mutual agreement of the Parties,
the Parties may invite an independent, disinterested mediator to assist in the negotiated settlement
discussions. The Parties must attempt to resolve by negotiation within 90 days after the claim,
controversy, or dispute has arisen.
b. If the Parties are unable to resolve the dispute pursuant to subsection (a), then such
dispute may only be resolved in a court of competent jurisdiction in compliance with the Applicable
Law provisions of this Agreement. In such a case, all court actions must be commenced within 1 year
after the settlement procedure in subsection (a) has been exhausted.
29. Survival: Contractor’s indemnification must survive the termination or expiration of
this Agreement for the maximum period allowed under applicable law.
30. Headings: The headings used in this Agreement are for convenience only and are not
to be construed as a part of the Agreement or as a limitation on the scope of the particular
paragraphs to which they refer.
31. Severability: If any portion of this Agreement is held to be void or unenforceable, all
other provisions of this Agreement must remain in effect.
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32. Applicable Law: The Parties agree that this Agreement is governed by the laws of the
State of Montana.
33. Binding Effect: This Agreement is binding upon and inures to the benefit of the heirs,
legal representatives, successors, and assigns of the Parties.
34. No Third-Party Beneficiary: This Agreement is for the exclusive benefit of the Parties,
does not constitute a third-Party beneficiary agreement, and may not be relied upon or enforced by
a third Party.
35. Counterparts: This Agreement may be executed in counterparts, which together
constitute this Agreement.
36. Integration: This Agreement and all Exhibits attached hereto constitute the entire
Agreement of the Parties. Covenants or representations not contained herein or made a part
thereof by reference, are not binding upon the Parties. There are no understandings between the
Parties other than as set forth in this Agreement. All communications, either oral or written, made
prior to the date of this Agreement are hereby abrogated and withdrawn unless specifically made a
part of this Agreement by reference.
37. Consent to Electronic Signatures: The Parties have consented to execute this
Agreement electronically in conformance with the Montana Uniform Electronic Transactions Act,
Title 30, Chapter 18, Part 1, MCA.
38. Extensions: This Agreement may, upon mutual agreement, be extended for a period
of up to one year at a time by written agreement of the Parties. In no case, however, may this
Agreement run longer than five (5) years from the effective date of this Agreement.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties hereto have executed this Agreement the day and year
first above written or as recorded in an electronic signature.
CITY OF BOZEMAN, MONTANA
CONTRACTOR (Type Name Above)
By By
Chuck Winn, City Manager
Print Name:
Print Title:
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
By
Greg Sullivan, Bozeman City Attorney