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George Bryant Gives Insight into Space-Based Positioning
Where ARE You?
I was fortunate to recently attend a seminar titled “Modernization of the National Spatial Reference System” sponsored by the Virginia Association of Surveyors. I went to this seminar for two reasons. First, I needed to acquire professional development hours, which are required by the State to keep my land surveyor’s license active. The second reason was to gain knowledge about improvements that are being made to our State Grid coordinate system and...
Chris Workman Shares his Story on his Trip to Haiti
My Trip to Haiti
Early in the morning of January 25, 2012, I left Petersburg, Virginia for Ronald Reagan National Airport. From Washington, DC we travelled to Miami, Florida and then onto Port-au-Prince, Haiti. After a short while, we caught a twin-engine turbo-prop to the little village of Anse á Galets, Haiti, which is located on the island of la Gonave (pronounced “logging off”). It took about fifteen hours to get to our destination.
Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plans
Is your Facility Prepared?
As of November 10, 2011, facilities that store petroleum fuel in aboveground storage tanks must have a functioning SPCC plan in place. The EPA will now be moving from compliance assistance to enforcement. Failure to meet regulation requirements may result in Class I fines up to $16,000 per violation and Class II fines up to $16,000 per day.
Congratulations Jonathan Murray on Earning your P.E. License!
Koontz-Bryant is proud to announce that our very own Jonathan Murray recently earned his Professional Engineering license. The team celebrated at a company lunch honoring Jonathan's acheivement. Koontz-Bryant is happy to report that currently all of our engineers are licensed Professional Engineers in the State of Virginia!
Koontz-Bryant Celebrates the Holidays
Koontz-Bryant celebrated the holidays at our annual holiday party at the Raintree Club over the weekend. It was an evening of joy and laughter.
What Is the Future of GPS and the AE Industry?
There is a large debate going on in Washington and across the country concerning the future of GPS. The debate surrounds the company LightSquared and their proposed wireless broadband network.
Virginia's Commonwealth Transportation Board (CTB) passes revised Secondary
Street Acceptance Requirements (SSAR)
Striving to exceed expectations is a priority at Koontz Bryant, P.C. and we continuously submit feedback surveys to our clients during all stages of our projects. To date we have received over 80 client responses with very positive feedback.
Survey Says... Positive Feedback From Our Clients.
Striving to exceed expectations is a priority at Koontz Bryant, P.C. and we continuously submit feedback surveys to our clients during all stages of our projects. To date we have received over 80 client responses with very positive feedback.
Koontz-Bryant Engineers Continue Professional Education
On October 5, Koontz-Bryant engineers gathered for a lunch and learn with ACF Environmental and Hydro International Stormwater to learn about the latest geotechnical and stormwater management solutions. Koontz-Bryant is focused on keeping technical staff up to date on the current products and technologies available to better serve their clients. Paul Hinson, Director of Engineering said, “I thought it was helpful to hear about the various products available to assist us in meeting our clients’ stormwater management needs.”
Recreation Facilities will be affected by ADA Regulation Changes
After soliciting public comment, the Department of Justice amended its regulations implementing Title II and Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), applicable to all commercial and public facilities, and to certain private businesses that accommodate the public. To minimize compliance burdens on entities subject to more than one legal standard, the Department of Justice adopted the revised 2010 ADA design standards for accessible design to harmonize with...
Chris Workman Conducts Erosion and Sediment Control Presentation to Seniors
at Thomas Dale High School
At the request of Mr. Al Stafford, Science teacher for Chesterfield County, Christopher A. Workman, P.E. presented a program on Erosion and Sediment Control to a group of about 25 seniors at Thomas Dale High School. The presentation catered specifically to students in the Environmental AP Honors Program who are most likely moving on to a college education.
Congratulations Martha on 10 Years!
Martha Shotwell, Controller of Koontz-Bryant, celebrates 10 years of service. In a surprise breakfast party, President of Koontz-Bryant, Greg Koontz, presented Martha with a custom designed Koontz-Bryant shirt and congratulated her on 10 years with the firm. Martha is an avid volunteer with a local youth organization and enjoys the theatre and is proud to be the only Wahoo amongst several Hokies at Koontz-Bryant.
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See Martha's Bio here »
Joe Ketchem Joins Koontz-Bryant
Koontz-Bryant is happy to welcome Joe Ketchem, our new Survey Project Manager. Joe brings with him over 33 years of experience in land surveying. "We're excited to have such an experienced and talented survey manager join our team!", says Vice President, George Bryant.
Koontz-Bryant Celebrates CNU's 50th Anniversary
"The 50th Anniversary Gala at CNU was a wonderful event showcasing the amazing changes that have taken place at the school over the last 50 years," says Greg Koontz, President of Koontz-Bryant. President Paul Tribble’s leadership and vision, along with a fantastic team of employees at CNU, have created a unique environment. The University has grown and matured at an unbelievable pace over the last 10 years, with $700 million in new construction. Koontz continues, "We feel very privileged to have been a part of this process."
Final Changes to Virginia Stormwater Regulations May Have Tremendous Impact
Many organizations in the public and private sector are unaware of how they will be impacted by recent changes to Virginia’s stormwater regulations. Paul F. Hinson, PE, LEED AP, Director of Engineering at Richmond-based civil engineering firm, Koontz-Bryant, P.C., has been conducting seminars to educate organizations on the possible impact of the changes. Different industries and organizations may be impacted in different ways.
And the Work Goes On...
Even though the Koontz-Bryant offices were closed for a few days due to thepower outages as a result of Hurricane Irene, our staff was able to continue to provide construction administration services to ongoing projects unaffected by the storm.
Bob Fitz conducted a site inspection at the University of Mary Washington to get an update on the progress of the construction of the University’s new synthetic turf fields. Construction is well underway, and completion of the two new multi purpose athletic synthetic turf fields is projected to be this fall.
Christopher Newport University’s Athletic Expansion Contributes to National Ranking of Athletic Program
For the past 11 years, Christopher Newport University has been working with Koontz-Bryant, P.C. to expand its athletic facilities as well as other campus facilities. Koontz-Bryant has helped the university with capital improvements in excess of $600 million.
Join Koontz-Bryant for the Henrico School Supply Challenge
There are many students in Henrico County who need school supplies, and we want to help these students receive the tools necessary to foster learning. Can you help us? Donations will be accepted at Koontz-Bryant at 1703 N. Parham Rd, Suite 100 until August 15.
- To see what supplies are needed, see the flyer. (PDF) »
Koontz-Bryant Celebrates 20 Years
Koontz-Bryant opened its doors in 1990 with founders Greg Koontz and George Bryant focused on offering surveying and engineering services to the private sector.