Municipal Services
Communities throughout the Southeast are growing rapidly. Consequently, local governing bodies must expand their municipal services to keep pace. W&A Engineering recognizes this urgent need. Therefore, our division offers comprehensive planning and administrative support. We assist local governments at every level through all development phases.
We use our deep expertise to serve our clients effectively. For instance, we handle project management and zoning coordination. We also specialize in grant writing and community visioning. Furthermore, our team designs streetscapes, parks, and transportation enhancements.
Our firm provides efficient solutions for any community’s design needs. Additionally, our services are highly flexible. We can assist with initial department setups or provide short-term support. Alternatively, we offer full-time consultation. Our team is ready to help!
Code Writing & Consulting
We work closely with municipalities to formulate development codes, appropriate regulations, and other important safeguards and legal infrastructure necessary for successful development that also respects the local environment and wildlife habitats.
If you represent a local government or organizational authority looking to develop, update, or revise your local codes to facilitate safe and successful development while protect the numerous stakeholders involved, we’re here to help.
Grant Writing & Administration
Grant writing provides essential funding for development projects. Moreover, it serves as a great source for creative ideas. Many grants specifically encourage local economic growth. In addition, they support both construction and non-construction industries. These funds can even help revitalize distressed communities. Overall, these programs offer vital technical assistance for your projects.
Our experts begin by assessing your unique goals. Next, we help you identify and prioritize high-quality grants. We then assist with the entire application process. Furthermore, our support continues after you win the award. We help you administer and develop these projects successfully. Specifically, we specialize in the following grant writing and administration areas:
- Funding Source Identification
- Initial Conceptual Design
Industrial Park Design
Industrial parks drive job creation and economic growth. However, planning these areas presents unique challenges. First, site selection and transportation access are critical. For instance, rail and water connectivity are vital. Additionally, developers must map out environmental and land concerns. This detailed work happens before construction begins.
Fortunately, we have deep expertise in these design services. Specifically, we developed the new Caterpillar headquarters in Athens. Our industrial park design specialties include:
- Master Planning
- Site Planning & Enginering
- Infrastructure Design & Engineering
Parks & Recreational Facilities
Happy citizens make for prospering towns and cities, and increasingly people want better and more numerous parks and recreation resources when it comes to choosing a place to live.
Whether it’s bike paths, greenways, zoos, or some other local amenity, our integrated expertise in planning, building, and landscaping allows us to bring a great deal of value to you and your community. We specialize in parks and recreation:
- Concept and Visioning
- Master Planning
- Rehabilitation and Renovation of Existing Facilities
- Community Interface
Project & Construction Management
W&A Engineering provides construction observation services on various project types for public and private sector clients. The W&A Engineering team is highly experienced in all facets of construction and serves strictly as the client’s representative – enabling clients to achieve the goals of their construction program in an ethical, efficient and cost-effective manner.
- Cost Opinions
- Site Visits
- Bidding Assitance
- Construction Observation
Subsurface Utility Engineering
W&A Engineering provides construction observation services on various project types for public and private sector clients. The W&A Engineering team is highly experienced in all facets of construction and serves strictly as the client’s representative – enabling clients to achieve the goals of their construction program in an ethical, efficient and cost-effective manner.
- Cost Opinions
- Site Visits
- Bidding Assistance
- Construction Observation
Streetscape Design
Streetscapes help projects fit into their environment. Furthermore, they provide essential aesthetic appeal. This process requires integrating various visual elements. For example, we coordinate roads, sidewalks, and trees. Additionally, we incorporate pathways and greenery.
W&A Engineering possesses extensive in-house expertise. Consequently, we create inviting streetscapes that add community value. Specifically, our landscape architects collaborate closely with our engineers. This teamwork delivers best-in-class results for our clients. Overall, our professional streetscape design offerings include:
- TE Grant Design & Administration
- GATEway (now REBC) Grant Design & Administration
- Sidewalk Design/Improvements
- Lighting & Landscape Design
Utility & Infrastructure Design
Great communities need reliable utilities and designs, including modern sewer systems and water treatment facilities. Further, all of these associated components must be integrated into a working system that connects a community, keeps costs down over time, and provides a foundation for economic development.
W&A Engineering can handle all your utility and infrastructure planning, designing, and construction needs to keep your development project on track. We specialize in the following utility and infrastructure design areas:
- Sanitary Sewer System Design
- Sanitary Sewer Pumpstation Design
- Water System Design and Modeling
- Water Reuse System Design
Stormwater Management & Hydrology
Runoff from roads and parking lots flows into local water. Unfortunately, this can cause flooding and erosion. It also damages animal habitats. Our stormwater experts ensure your project meets all regulations. Specifically, we follow EPA and local runoff standards.
We also respect the local watershed during the design process. Furthermore, we integrate drainage solutions into the landscape. This provides natural beauty and organic water purification. In addition, it offers superior stormwater protection. We specialize in the following stormwater and hydrology services:
- Storm Sewer System Design
- Hydrology and Flood Studies
- Storm Water Mangement Systems
- Water Quality Design
- Storm System Mapping (GIS)
- Platting; Floodplain Mapping (GIS)
