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Lunch & Learn Presented by Robert B. Daigh, P.E.
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
ECJ 3.116
Why City and County Roadway Planning Fails—and How to Fix It
Presented by:
Robert B. Daigh P.E.
Senior Director of Infrastructure, Williamson County, Texas
B.S., Civil Engineering, The University of Texas at Austin
Abstract
There is a systemic problem with how transportation planning is done. The issue is particularly acute in rapidly growing areas such as central Texas. This presentation will describe the issue and address ways to address the current deficiencies in planning practice. This talk will appeal to anyone with an interest in planning, particularly urban planners from the College of Architecture, offering valuable insights into improving transportation planning practices.
About the Speaker
Robert began his tenure as the Senior Director of Infrastructure for Williamson County in September of 2009. Prior to joining the County, Robert retired from the Texas Department of Transportation where he held a variety of positions through his career including Austin District Engineer, Deputy Director of TxDOT’s Turnpike Division, and the Director of Turnpike Planning and Development for the Turnpike Division. In these assignments, Robert was instrumental in the planning, design and construction of the $3.2 billion SH 130, SH 45 & LP1 toll system. Before joining TxDOT, Robert, for almost a decade designed structures in seismic and non-seismic areas around the globe for a Houston based consulting firm. Recognition received includes the 2003 Texas A&M Gibb Gilchrist award for “Outstanding service in highway engineering” and the 2005 Capital Area Council of Governments Jack Griesenbeck award for “Leadership in Regionalism”. In 2018 Robert was inducted into the University of Texas at Austin Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering’s Academy of Distinguished Graduates.
Lunch will be provided by Pinthouse Pizza.
Date: Tuesday, January 30
Time: 12:30 - 1:30 PM
Location: ECJ 3.116
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