Recognition and Awards
FHWA Superior Accomplishment Award - Gregg Fleming
This award for outstanding performance associated with providing support for the implementation of the FHWA Traffic Noise Model. This model is a new generation highway traffic noise prediction model that will be required for use by all State departments of transportation after 2002. (July 2001)
US Army Commendation - Barry Mickela
Volpe Center's Advanced Vehicle Technology Division, Barry Mickela, received commendation from The Army's Aberdeen Test Center (ATC) on delivery and acceptance of a new shuttlewagon railcar spotter. Three more spotters like this were delivered to Radford Virginia (Radford Army Ammunition Plant), Redstone Arsenal in Alabama, and McAlester Oklahoma (U.S. Army Ammunition Plant). These spotters are used for railcar shuttling as well as Association of American Railroad (AAR) rail impact testing. Aside from enhancing rail operations, these spotters are road friendly which allows for better maneuverability and towing capabilities. All four spotters were well received by all locations. (June 2001)
Col. Ellis of the ATC:
" Thanks to your efforts, rail impact testing at ATC has been greatly enhanced. The Shuttlewagon will benefit our organization and its customers for many years to come."
The picture above shows a Shuttlewagon railcar spotter delivered to
Redstone Arsenal in Alabama In support of Army Force Projection.
EPA Silver Medal Award - Libby, MT Asbestos Project Team
The Libby, MT Asbestos Project Team has undertaken time critical site remediation activities where sampling and data analysis have identified contamination patterns that indicate high risk to residents and building occupants. This effort has included substantial technical and other support to community members who have been forced to vacate their contaminated business and residence properties and relocate with their salvageable personal effects. The award was presented to the Volpe Team Leader, John McGuiggin, in April, 2001 by EPA Administrator Christine Todd Whitman. (April 2001)
First Quarterly Leadership Award -- Mike Buonopane
The First Quarter Leadership Award was presented by Dr. John to Michael Buonopane, DTS-35, at the March 19 Management Team Meeting. The award was granted to Mike for his outstanding leader-ship in the management and technical oversight of the U.S. Army's Modular Causeway System acquisition and life cycle support. His efforts have resulted in a U.S. Army strategic mobility this project. (March 2001)
USPS Recognition - Paul Bushueff, Phillip Mattson, and Anthony Deramo
Paul Bushueff, Phillip Mattson, and Anthony Deramo, members of the Advanced Vehicle Technologies and Environmental Engineering Divisions, were recognized for their contributions in a 2000 Federal Energy and Water Management award presented to United State Postal Service by the Federal Interagency Policy Committee, for exceptional accomplishments in the efficient use of energy in the federal sector in February 2001. (February 2001)
Appreciation Awards - Presented to Julie Borgesi, Phil Mattson, Jose Mantilla and Paul Valihura
In appreciation for the outstanding support to the Volpe Center exhibit at the Transportation Research Board annual meeting in Washington, DC. This year the exhibit focused on "Protecting and Enhancing the Human and Natural Environment" and featured the Center's many capabilites in this area. The exhibit and the accompanying brochure earned high praise from the transportation community. (January 2001)
FRA Maglev Environmental Impact Team Award - Presented to Paul Valihura
Presented in December, 2000 to Team leader, Paul Valihura for excellence and innovation in the management and preparation of the Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement for the Maglev Deployment Program. (December 2000)
Volpe Center Group Award - Lateral Attenuation of Aircraft Noise Research Team
This team supports the FAA and NASA by conducting research to improve aircraft noise modeling methodologies. As part of this effort they have recently undertaken two comprehensive field measurement studies, one at Boston's Logan International Airport and the second at NASA's Wallops Island Flight Facility. The data that was collected is used to update the international standard for aircraft noise prediction. (December 2000)
Volpe Center Group Award - Maglev Environmental Support Team
The Maglev Environmental Team completed a programmatic environmental impact statement on schedule despite continually increasing project scope. The statement addressed applicant sites in New Orleans, Pittsburgh, Orlando, Atlanta, Las Vegas, Baltimore, and Los Angeles. This team also assisted the Federal Railroad Administration to ensure that the proper level of public participation was achieved at each of the seven sites. (December 2000)
U.S. Postal Service - Special Achievement Award - Glenn Goulet
In appreciation of Glenn's significant contribution to the growth and improvement of the USPS' Hazardous Materials Program. (November 2000)
RSPA Administrator's Award for Excellence - Amy O'Brien
In recognition of her excellence in support to the division during a period of rapid growth and dynamic change. Amy has routinely completed time critical tasks, provided excellent training to support staff and quickly learned the requirements of a new responsibility on a special detail assignment. (October 2000)
