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Van Voorhis Trailhead Project Creates Recreational Resource Out of Former Brownfield

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VV_100_2311HRG is proud to have worked with the Monongahela River Trails Conservancy on converting a remediated brownfield site into a popular trailhead on the Mon River Rail-Trail in Star City, West Virginia.  Formerly the site of a glass manufacturing facility, Monongalia County Commission completed remediation of the site in 2012, paving the way for this formerly contaminated property to be converted into a valuable recreational resource for one of the fastest-growing residential areas in the region.

HRG provided engineering services to the Mon River Trails Conservancy (MRTC) to double the rail-trail parking on the former Quality Glass Company site  and install the first “Sweet Smelling Toilet” along the nearly 4-mile long trail.  This waterless toilet was originally designed by the U.S. Forest Service, and, when properly sited and vented, eliminates the odor and insect problems typically associated with traditional outhouse facilities.

The Van Voorhis Trailhead project was a collaboration of many community partners, including the Town of Star City, the Monongalia County Commission, the North Central Brownfield Center, the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection, the West Virginia Department of Highways and the Mon River Trails Conservancy.

It was partially funded by a grant from the Federal Highway Administration’s Recreational Trails Program, as administered by the West Virginia Department of Transportation, Division of Highways.

 

ABOUT HRG

Originally founded in 1962, HRG has grown to be a nationally ranked Top 500 Design Firm, providing civil engineering, surveying and environmental services to public and private sector clients. The 200-person employee-owned firm currently has office locations in Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia.

HRG Named to 2015 ENR Top 500 Design Firms List

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Herbert, Rowland & Grubic, Inc. (HRG) has been named one of the top 500 design firms in the United States by Engineering News-Record magazine (ENR). The firm has held this distinction for more than a decade.

ENR is a leading trade journal for architects, engineers, and contractors. It compiles its Top 500 Design Firms list annually based on the revenue earned by engineering and architectural firms from services performed in the preceding year.

“It is such an honor to be recognized by ENR as one of the nation’s top 500 design firms,” said HRG CEO and president, Robert Grubic, P.E. “Success like this is only possible because of the loyalty of our clients, and that loyalty is a direct result of the dedication of our employees to top quality service.”

Threet Receives Rising Tide Award from American Water Works Association

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Erin Threet, P.E., was given the Rising Tide Award by the Pennsylvania section of the American Water Works Association at its annual conference in Hershey, Pennsylvania, on April 22, 2015. Ms. Threet is a water and wastewater engineer and manager of Herbert, Rowland & Grubic, Inc.’s (HRG) Lewisburg, PA, office.

The Rising Tide Award is given each year to young professionals for their commitment and contributions to the water industry. Ms. Threet has nine years of experience in water and wastewater facilities planning, design, and permitting.

 

ABOUT HRG

Originally founded in 1962, HRG has grown to be a nationally ranked Top 500 Design Firm, providing civil engineering, surveying and environmental services to public and private sector clients. The 200-person employee-owned firm currently has office locations in Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia.

HRG Project Wins Certificate of Merit from the Lancaster County Planning Commission

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Photo courtesy of the Lancaster County Planning Commission
(L-R) Dennis Stuckey, Dennis Reichel, Robert Shenk, Mary Frey, Joseph Puskar, Scott Martin, Leo Lutz

Herbert, Rowland & Grubic, Inc. (HRG) is pleased to announce that our project, the Ann B. Barshinger Cancer Institute, was awarded a Certificate of Merit by the Lancaster County Planning Commission at its Envision Leadership Awards Program on March 24 at the Manheim Township Public Library.

These awards recognize those in the community who embrace smart growth concepts and demonstrate the advantages of good planning.

The Ann B. Barshinger Cancer Institute provides a holistic approach to cancer treatment by combining multiple support services with the full suite of medical specialties under one roof in order to treat the patient’s body and spirit as one. The 70,000 square-foot, two-story building is part of Lancaster General Health’s Suburban Outpatient Pavilion.

As the civil engineer for this project, HRG worked with LGH and its entire team to incorporate many green and sustainable components into the design such as:

  •  A curved glass building facade with a southern exposure that promotes passive heating and cooling and natural lighting.
  • Trees to reduce the heat island effect.
  • Exterior lighting designed to eliminate off-site light pollution.
  • A stone base for the paving that used recycled site materials.
  • Eleven rain gardens and eleven bioswales to promote sustainable stormwater management.
  • A 10,000 gallon cistern to gather rainwater for site irrigation.

 

ABOUT HRG

Originally founded in 1962, HRG has grown to be a nationally ranked Top 500 Design Firm, providing civil engineering, surveying and environmental services to public and private sector clients. The 200-person employee-owned firm currently has office locations in Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia.

HRG’s Projects Recognized with 2014 Dauphin County Premier Project Awards

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Two of Herbert, Rowland & Grubic, Inc.’s (HRG) projects received 2014 Dauphin County Premier Project Awards. On Tuesday, January 13, 2015, Dauphin County Commissioners and the Dauphin County Planning Commission held the third annual awards event to recognize improvements that promote smart growth and revitalization within local communities.

HRG is proud to have provided engineering, surveying, and related services throughout the planning, design, and construction of the following award-winning projects.

Derry Township’s recently improved PA 743 and U.S. Route 422 historic square
The Hershey Square, was honored in the “Revitalization” category for projects above $500,000. This large-scale $13 million project is the first phase of a comprehensive plan to upgrade the existing 100-year-old transportation system within the world-renowned Hershey, Pennsylvania. Vast improvements were incorporated to keep pace with the increased traffic flow resulting from this thriving community and popular tourist destination.

Dauphin County Industrial Development Authority’s Solar Farm was recognized in the “Infrastructure” category. This project advances the use of alternative energy in Central Pennsylvania through the creation of one of the largest municipally-owned solar generation farms in Pennsylvania. This initiative is decreasing dependence on fossil fuels and generating revenue to significantly offset the County’s operational costs by 40%.

“We extend our congratulations to Derry Township and Dauphin County Industrial Development Authority for their forward-thinking approach and to improving the wellbeing of their communities,” stated Brian D. Emberg, retired Senior Vice President at HRG. “It was a sincere honor to be a part of these commendable initiatives.”

 

ABOUT HRG

Originally founded in 1962, HRG has grown to be a nationally ranked Top 500 Design Firm, providing civil engineering, surveying and environmental services to public and private sector clients. The 200-person employee-owned firm currently has office locations in Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia.

HRG’s Milton Regional Sewer Authority wastewater to energy project was featured in the Standard Journal.

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HRG’s Milton Regional Sewer Authority wastewater to energy project was featured in the Standard Journal. Read about this innovative award-winning initiative.

Joshua T. Fox, P.E., to be Honored as One of Central PA’s Forty Under 40

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The Central Penn Business Journal has named Joshua T. Fox, P.E., to its 2014 Forty Under 40 list, which recognizes individuals for their commitment to business growth, professional excellence and the community. Fox serves as a Regional Service Group Manager for Herbert, Rowland & Grubic, Inc.’s (HRG) Water & Wastewater service group in the firm’s eastern region.

Fox is an associate of HRG and joined the firm in 2006. As a Regional Service Group Manager, he is responsible for leading, training, directing and supervising engineering staff and technicians in the planning, design, permitting and construction of water and wastewater infrastructure projects for municipal, private, and industrial clients. Additionally, he serves as project manager for multiple major projects ensuring technical quality, superior client communication, on-target delivery, and overall project success for clients.

In addition to his responsibilities at HRG, he currently serves as the Company Commander for Headquarters Company 3rd Battalion 103 Armor Regiment in Danville, PA. He has received numerous citations for his service and leadership including the Bronze Star for meritorious service.

Fox earned his bachelor’s degree in civil engineering technology from Pennsylvania College of Technology. He is a licensed professional engineer in Pennsylvania.

Fox is the third employee from the firm to receive this award within the past four years. The winners will be honored at a reception and awards program at the Hilton Harrisburg on Monday, October 27, 2014.

 

ABOUT HRG

Originally founded in 1962, HRG has grown to be a nationally ranked Top 500 Design Firm, providing civil engineering, surveying and environmental services to public and private sector clients. The 200-person employee-owned firm currently has office locations in Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia.

HRG Project Named as One of the Country’s Top 10 Spaces

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Herbert, Rowland & Grubic, Inc. (HRG) is proud to have played a role in a recently named 2014 Great Public Space. Point State Park in Downtown Pittsburgh was recently honored by the American Planning Association as one of the country’s top 10 public places. HRG was instrumental in helping to renovate the iconic fountain, which won an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Mid-Atlantic Best Project award of merit in 2013. Click here to read more.

 

ABOUT HRG

Originally founded in 1962, HRG has grown to be a nationally ranked Top 500 Design Firm, providing civil engineering, surveying and environmental services to public and private sector clients. The 200-person employee-owned firm currently has office locations in Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia.

HRG Named One of the Nation’s Top 500 Design Firms

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HRG was named one of the top 500 design firms in the United States by Engineering News-Record magazine (ENR). The firm has held this distinction for over a decade. ENR is a well-respected source of industry-related information and compiles this notable list annually based on the revenue earned by engineering and architectural firms from services performed in the preceding year. HRG employs 200 engineers, surveyors, geologists, landscape architects, environmental specialists and related personnel that staff 8 offices throughout Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Ohio.

“It is a sincere honor to be recognized amongst the nation’s top 500 design firms,” said HRG CEO and President, Robert C. Grubic, P.E. “We have an extraordinary team that is dedicated to delivering high-quality service and deserves credit for our continued success. This ranking is a testament that we are achieving our mission to work closely with our clients and business partners to ensure that the communities we serve remain safe and continue to prosper.”

 

ABOUT HRG

Originally founded in 1962, HRG has grown to be a nationally ranked Top 500 Design Firm, providing civil engineering, surveying and environmental services to public and private sector clients. The 200-person employee-owned firm currently has office locations in Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia.

HRG’s Award-Winning Kinzua Sky Walk Project Ranked No. 3 Among the “13 Scary-but-Awesome Viewing Platforms in the World by CNN Travel

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