Author Archives: Affinis Corp
Co-Worker News: 3 New Hires
Posted on Tuesday, April 12th, 2022 by Affinis CorpIn Firm News, tagged in
We’ve added a lot of new faces to the Affinis team. Today, we’re excited to introduce you to three, new co-workers. Meet Nevene Fanous, a project manager; Dawn Bocock, an accounting assistant; and Emily Bishop, our office coordinator. You can learn more about each person by following these links: Nevene, Dawn, and Emily. There, you’ll discover […]
City of Pleasant Hill Improves Trail Connectivity with Roadway Improvements
Posted on Wednesday, April 6th, 2022 by Affinis CorpIn Roadway, tagged in
When we first began work on the 163rd Street Improvements with the City of Pleasant Hill, Missouri, they wanted to replace the temporary signal with a permanent one to increase safety. They also planned to connect the school to the trail on Route 7. As they were planning the project, a developer added a gas […]
21 Reasons We Enjoy Working at Affinis
Posted on Wednesday, March 30th, 2022 by Affinis CorpIn Firm News, tagged in
In honor of our 21st Birthday, we asked co-workers to share why they enjoy working at Affinis. After reading through the stack, a few themes emerged. Co-workers appreciated the people, the atmosphere, and their connection to moving communities forward. Below, you’ll find their individual responses. Levi Cole, EI, Project Engineer: I enjoy working at Affinis, […]
Past, Present and Future: A Look at Transportation Data
Posted on Monday, March 14th, 2022 by Affinis CorpIn Roadway, Traffic, tagged in
Transportation data plays an important role in creating high-performing roadways and planning for maintenance. Over the years, we’ve seen an increase in technology used. These emerging technologies along with autonomous cars could transform the kind of information we examine throughout engineering projects. When it comes to collecting transportation data, there are many options. Older methods […]
Kristen Leathers-Gratton Named Engineer of the Year
Posted on Monday, February 28th, 2022 by Affinis CorpIn Firm News, tagged in
We are excited to announce that Affinis President Kristen Leathers-Gratton, PE, has been named Engineer of the Year by the Eastern Chapter of the Kansas Society of Professional Engineers (KSPE). This annual recognition is given to those who have recently accomplished something significant within their field. She received the award late last week at the […]
City of Merriam Improves Roadways for Busy Commercial Area
Posted on Wednesday, February 16th, 2022 by Affinis CorpIn Roadway, tagged in
The pavement on East Frontage Road had deteriorated over time, and the City of Merriam, Kansas wanted to bring the roadway up to city standards. Their goals were to improve the overall lifespan of the street and the drivability of this busy commercial area. They also wanted to increase pedestrian access and safety. The city […]
Troy Lavelle Named 2021 Schmitty Award Winner
Posted on Wednesday, January 12th, 2022 by Affinis CorpIn Firm News, tagged in
Since 2003, we’ve recognized outstanding co-workers who best model our firm’s core values with the Schmitty Award. Today, we’re excited to share Troy Lavelle, a design technician and long-standing member of our team, was selected late last year. To choose a winner, the three previous recipients collaborate to develop a list of nominees. Those names […]
City of De Soto Increases Safety at 91st and Lexington
Posted on Wednesday, December 22nd, 2021 by Affinis CorpIn Traffic, tagged in
The intersection at 91st Street and Lexington Avenue is located near De Soto High School and a few commercial businesses. The area has significant traffic with K-10 highway nearby. During peak hours, it was a challenge for drivers to make a left-hand turn from 91st Street, and some were taking unnecessary risks. The City of […]
3 Water Quality Application Trends in Kansas City
Posted on Saturday, December 18th, 2021 by Affinis CorpIn Stormwater, tagged in
The interest in improving water quality is increasing in the area with places, like Johnson County Kansas and the City of Kansas City, Missouri, paving the way. This change is driven by several factors locally, including the region’s commitment to sustainability and making our outdoor spaces more accessible and engaging. In addition, the growing national […]
Moving Leavenworth Forward
Posted on Wednesday, December 15th, 2021 by Affinis CorpIn Roadway, tagged in
The City of Leavenworth, Kansas helps move their community forward by routinely reinvesting in their infrastructure. Every 3 years, they conduct a city-wide pavement analysis to rate each street and identify which improvements are the most critical. As a result, they decided to improve Thornton Street. However, the repairs needed went beyond simple maintenance and […]