VRPA Technologies, Inc.

Our Principal Transportation Planner, Carolina Ilic, MCP, AICP, was a featured speaker at the Fresno International Transportation Innovations 2025 S.T.E.P. Summit last week, participating in the “Safety & Equity in Transportation Systems” panel. The S.T.E.P. Summit has become Fresno County’s premier event for transportation innovations. Fresno International Transportation Summit Congratulations to Summit Chair Dr. Aly Tawfik from the Fresno State Transportation Institute and their partners for organizing an outstanding, content-rich conference. The event covered critical topics such as equity and safety, hydrogen in California, generative AI applications in transportation, biofuels, and more. #VRPATechnologies #transportation #transportationplanning #innovation #sustainability #biofuels

We are proud to announce that VRPA President Georgiena Vivian received the “Outstanding Professional in the Private Sector Award” at the Fresno International Transportation Innovations 2025 S.T.E.P. Summit last week. This honor recognizes her vision and leadership in advancing transportation solutions and shaping a sustainable future. Having founded VRPA 37 years ago, Georgiena and her team have been a trusted source of expertise in the transportation field for decades. In addition to receiving this prestigious award, she was also recognized as a sponsor of the S.T.E.P. Summit, which promotes innovations in sustainable transportation design, planning, and policy, with a focus on alternative energy sources such as hydrogen, biofuels, and electrification. Congratulations, Georgiena! Fresno International Transportation Summit #transportation #employeerecognition #VRPATechnologies #transportationplanning #sustainability

VRPA is honored to sponsor WTS- Central California Chapter, a fantastic organization championing women in the transportation industry. At last week’s Sponsor Appreciation Luncheon, Carolina Ilic, MCP, AICP, accepted a certificate of appreciation on behalf of our President and Founder, Georgiena Vivian. As a woman-owned business since 1988, now celebrating 37 years, we proudly align with the WTS mission. We're grateful to support the San Joaquin Valley’s outstanding WTS-CenCal chapter and its commitment to advancing women in transportation. #WTS #WomenInTransportation #VRPATechnologies #SanJoaquinValley

VRPA Technologies is proud to share that Erik Ruehr represented us at the Annual Transportation Research Board (TRB) Meeting in Washington, D.C., from January 5–9! With over 12,000 attendees, this prestigious event showcases the latest advancements in transportation research. Erik, an active member of the TRB Highway Capacity Committee, continues to contribute his expertise to shaping the future of transportation. #TransportationResearch #TRB2025 #HighwayCapacity #VRPATechnologies

As we wrap up the 2024 holiday season, VRPA recognizes the value of our local professional organizations in supporting one another in our careers and staying connected. As an active and contributing member of both the CenCal section of the American Planning Association (APA) and the Women’s Transportation Seminar (WTS), VRPA’s Carolina Ilic, MCP, AICP, Principal Transportation Planner, was pleased to help organize the joint 2024 Holiday Party for APA, WTS, and AEP (Association of Environmental Professionals). Happy holidays to all our colleagues and clients, and best wishes for a wonderful 2025 ahead! #ProfessionalNetworking #Community #TransportationPlanning #EnvironmentalProfessionals #VRPATechnologies

Happy Holidays from VRPA Technologies! #vrpatechnologies

VRPA is thrilled to support the Riverside County Transportation Commission (RCTC) on the Mid County Parkway Construction Package No. 3 (MCP3) project! This major upgrade involves widening 8.6 miles of the Ramona Expressway, adding additional lanes, a new bridge over the San Jacinto River, and improved intersections with new traffic signals. Our team conducted traffic counts, traffic analyses, forecasts, and capacity analyses to help design safer, more efficient roadways for Riverside County. #VRPATechnologies #TransportationEngineering #RiversideCounty #MidCountyParkway

VRPA is proud to assist Caltrans District 12 with the Investment Grade Traffic and Revenue Study for the I-5 Managed Lanes project in Orange County. This study will help guide future improvements on the I-5 from Redhill Ave to the Orange/LA County Line, spanning key cities like Tustin, Santa Ana, and Anaheim. VRPA’s responsibilities for this study included the following: - Various data collection tasks including obtaining data from the California Performance Measurement System (PeMS). - Quality control review of all existing traffic-related data and future traffic forecasts. - Providing assistance in sampling, acquiring, and processing mailing addresses, and other tasks related to the collection of the survey and interpretation of the results. - Providing text, tables, and graphics for selected sections of the draft and final reports. - Technical and editorial quality control review of the entire report. - Assistance in various miscellaneous tasks related to land use forecasting, transportation planning, and traffic engineering. #VRPATechnologies #Caltrans #TrafficEngineering #OrangeCounty

Erik Ruehr represented VRPA Technologies at the Mobility 21 reception for the California Transportation Commission in Riverside on December 4. The annual event coincides with the city's stunning holiday light display downtown—a must-see! ?? If you're planning to attend next year, sign up early—this popular event sells out fast! #TransportationPlanning #TrafficEngineering #VRPATechnologies #Mobility21

Exploring Microtransit for Fresno County! The Fresno County Regional Microtransit Feasibility Study offers a blueprint for potential microtransit services that could make getting around Fresno County easier, faster, and more accessible. Through extensive analysis, this study helps Fresno Council of Governments (Fresno COG) and local transit providers explore new, efficient service options that reduce wait times and improve access for underserved areas. Public outreach services for this study was led by VRPA Technologies, in coordination with Via Mobility, LLC, and Fresno COG staff. VRPA's involvement included: - Development of a Public Engagement Plan (PEP) - Conducting bilingual community surveys and pop-up events - Engaging stakeholders in meetings, workshops and interviews - Provided technical support as needed We’re excited to see how microtransit could reshape Fresno’s transit landscape for the better! #VRPATechnologies #Microtransit #transit #publicoutreach? Image source: Fresno COG