From Evidence to Action - Designing Crime Out of Our Communities

LIVIC Civil is excited to invite you to our upcoming GIS Symposium focused on transforming public safety strategies with innovative GIS solutions.

This event coincides with Police Week, so please invite your officers and police executives to come for refreshments and engagement.

 We will dive into practical, real-world uses of GIS that empower public safety professionals and municipal leaders to address crime, improve transparency, and make data-backed funding decisions.

 Friday, May 16, 2025, at 12:00 PM (presentation begins at 12:30)

Frosty Valley Country Club (Iron Room)

1301 Bloom Road
Danville, PA 17821

(Light refreshments provided)

This event is tailored for public safety professionals and municipal leaders—bringing together decision-makers to explore how GIS technology can drive smarter, more proactive strategies across jurisdictions.

What makes this event different?
This event is hosted by LIVIC Civil, a firm with deep roots in GIS and municipal engineering. Presenters include Kristin Shandor, a GIS Specialist on the forefront of GIS implementations including commercial site selection, analytics, municipal and utility mapping. Kristin is teaming with Anthony White, a former Police Captain and Detective with firsthand experience using data to improve public safety outcomes. Together, we will demonstrate how mapping and analytics are not just tools—they are force multipliers.

Mark your calendar—we will see you there!

LIVIC’s First Annual Symposium: Reimagining Community Engagement & Organizational Efficiencies

The first annual LIVIC Symposium went off without a hitch at The Frosty Valley Country Club in Danville, PA, bringing together professionals from municipal administration, infrastructure management, emergency planning, land use planning, and public safety to explore the power of GIS technology in transforming workflows and optimizing resources. GIS Specialist Kristin highlighted how our GIS Revolutionizes Workflows - tackling complex challenges and boosting efficiencies like never before. From enhancing decision-making to streamlining operations, it was an exciting glimpse into the future of data-driven solutions. We look forward to growing our GIS capabilities here at LIVIC and continuing to drive innovation across industries. Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to this milestone event!

SCOUTS MEETING: BLAZING NEW TRAILS TOGETHER

On Thursday, January 16th, we traded CAD for collaboration as our talented designers—our future trailblazers—gathered offsite for a day of discovery and connection. The agenda was filled with inspiration, covering project highlights, cutting-edge innovations, and emerging market trends. This meeting provided a unique behind-the-scenes perspective and fostered collaboration across departments. A key feature of the day was the completion of emotional intelligence and Big Five personality assessments. Peer interaction in a distributed office environment... break away from TEAMS and ZOOM. These exercises showcased the distinct strengths each team member brings, emphasizing the power of diverse personalities in shaping an extraordinary team. We also took a journey through LIVIC’s story, comparing "LIVIC Then and Now." From HR and IT advancements to financial milestones, it was a moment to reflect on how far we’ve come and to celebrate the growth we’ve achieved together. Here’s to building on our strengths and continuing to adapt and take on more opportunities as a team.

ICSC - NYC

This month, Cat, Eric, and Travis attended the ICSC Conference at the Javits Convention Center in New York City, a pivotal industry event. The conference provided valuable opportunities to strengthen relationships with national developers and brands while also forging new connections. Their participation enabled them to network with influential figures in the commercial real estate and retail sectors, gaining insights and exploring potential collaborations. The event served as an excellent platform for expanding their professional network, reinforcing partnerships, and uncovering new business opportunities. They even got to do some iconic NYC sightseeing.

CSVT Project Tour

Some of the LIVIC team took the opportunity to meet with our next door neighbor Walsh Construction to tour the Central Susquehanna Valley Transportation (CSVT) project in Eastern Snyder County. This vital infrastructure project showcases innovative engineering and construction techniques, providing a unique opportunity to see designs brought to life. During the visit, the team explored multiple access points and reviewed the project's extensive stormwater management systems. They examined erosion and sediment control (E&S) measures, including temporary sediment basins, skimmers, and basin designs, all of which play a crucial role in managing environmental impacts. Observing bridge construction firsthand, they saw deck pouring operations, bridge spacers, and the skilled work of steel workers.

The visit highlighted the teamwork and precision required to execute large-scale projects like the CSVT. LIVIC Civil is grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with Walsh Construction and learn from such an impressive operation. Seeing designs come to life inspires the team to continue delivering innovative and impactful solutions for future projects.

Guide Win!

Our Industrial Team Attended the SIOR Office & Industrial Property Summit. The event, held at the ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks in Bethlehem, PA, from September 23-24, provided an opportunity to connect with industry leaders and explore the latest trends in the industrial and office markets. With over 280 professionals in attendance, Corey. and Catherine represented our team, engaging in discussions on the future of industrial development. From the Energy Team, Nick G. and Tim attended the SHALE INSIGHT Conference. Tim shares that the conference provided an excellent networking opportunity, allowing us to connect face-to-face with many clients while forging new relationships with operators and consultants that could lead to opportunities in the oil and gas market. The conference emphasized the changing EPA regulations and the importance of lowering carbon emissions while producing affordable, safe energy. Dr. Koyama, Chief Economist and Senior Managing Director of the Institute of Energy Economics in Japan, discussed the global impact of energy extracted from shale exploration. Between 2018 and 2020, the U.S. began producing enough natural gas to achieve energy independence. Today, America is the number one producer of natural gas and a leading exporter of liquefied natural gas (LNG), contributing to a stable world economy.

May the Drone be with you!

LIVIC’s newest addition to your UAV fleet is DJI’s latest evolution to its flagship drone platform, the Matrice 350 RTK paired with the Zenmuse L2 High-Precision Aerial LiDAR System. The M350RTK can receive real-time-kinematic (RTK) corrections from our GPS base units for precise survey grade location of the UAV, eliminating the need to set ground control points (and thus saving time!). The UAV has an approximate flight time of 55 minutes per battery set, 6-Directional sensing & positioning for obstacle avoidance, an IP55 rating and a night-vision FPV camera. However, we will not be operating during inclement weather or at night, as we are not permitted to do so.

In addition, the M350RTK supports a single downward gimbal, dual downward gimbals and an upward gimbal and we have the capability to swap out the payload with multiple, different DJI and third-party payloads (additional toys not included). This will allow the M350RTK to be flexible and adapt to future project needs. The Zenmuse L2 is comprised of a LiDAR module and a High-Accuracy IMU to achieve cm accuracy and a 20mp mapping camera for RGB values and for the creation of Orthomosaics. The LiDAR module can launch 240,000 lasers a second with up to 5 returns per laser, thereby enabling it to penetrate dense vegetation.

All the outstanding features on this new tool will help our Survey crew to be much more time-efficient and cost-effective, leading to more jobs completed within much shorter time frames! What may have taken our Survey Team a week or more in the field before may now only take a few hours!

LIVIC Civil Ranked 34th in Central PA's Fastest Growing Companies

Ranked at #34 among Central Pennsylvania's 2023 Fastest Growing Companies by The Central Penn Business Journal, LIVIC Civil's success is attributed to its focus on employee engagement, professional development, and the cultivation of strong client relationships. According to The Central Penn Business Journal, the company's growth is also influenced by its proactive approach to identifying emerging markets.

The foundation of LIVIC's thriving company culture begins with its meticulous hiring process. Brittany Hackenberg, the Operations Executive, emphasizes the unique term "Guides" for employees, reflecting their ability to discern needs and lead effectively, whether within the office or on projects. She explains that our Guides are responsive, resourceful, and humble problem solvers who know what you need before you know you need it.

LIVIC seeks candidates who align with their proactive environment and encourages the contribution of fresh ideas. The company's commitment to understanding candidates, placing them in roles suited for their success, and fostering a collaborative ethos is reflected in its remarkably low turnover rate.

LIVIC Civil Ranked 112th for ENR MidAtlantic Top Design Firms 2023

LIVIC Civil proudly secures its position as a leader in the engineering and construction industry, earning a distinguished rank of 112th among the top Mid-Atlantic Design Firms for 2023 according to Engineering News-Record (ENR). ENR, a reputable publication with a substantial readership of over 60,400 paid print subscribers, has recognized LIVIC Civil's commitment to excellence in the realm of design and engineering. This coveted position reflects LIVIC Civil's expertise and contributions in shaping the built environment across the Mid-Atlantic region, encompassing Delaware, the District of Columbia, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania. The recognition by ENR underscores LIVIC Civil's dedication to delivering innovative and impactful solutions in the dynamic landscape of engineering and design.

LIVIC Civil Named One of Central Penn Business Journal's Fastest Growing Companies

The Central Penn Business Journal’s Fastest Growing Companies recognizes local businesses’ growth. Nominated companies will be ranked according to revenue growth over a three-year period, with both dollar and percentage increases taken into consideration. This ranking formula will lead to the recognition of both large and small companies.

The top winners were calculated from the pool of nominees based on dollar growth and percentage growth over the past three years. LIVIC Civil was named #18 of 42 recognized companies.