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The Purple Line, a Light-Rail Transit (LRT) project, is a vital connection that knits together diverse communities, facilitates easier commutes, and contributes to a greener environment by encouraging public transit use.

The Purple Line offers unique opportunities to connect to key destinations from 21 stations embedded in our community; Starting from Bethesda, running East under the capital beltway and stopping at New Carrolton.

This presentation will be delivered at the Catholic University of America, Washington, D.C. It will cover Project Delivery Model, Budget, History, Benefits, and Details (Alignment, special features, etc.).

About the Speaker

Daniel Norman, P.E., Chief Technical Officer for the Purple Line Project

Mr. Norman is a seasoned expert in Public-Private Partnerships (P3) with 25 Years of extensive experience in large-scale infrastructure projects. Mr. Norman earned a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Notre Dame. He is a licensed Professional Engineer in Florida, Virginia, Georgia, and Maryland.

Mr. Norman’s expertise spans large-scale projects, from highway and tunnel construction to monumental infrastructure expansions, ensuring that all projects meet stringent schedules, quality standards, and operational requirements. Currently, Mr. Norman serves as the Chief Technical Officer for the Purple Line Project.

His notable project experience includes:

  • The Purple Line Project (P3)
  • I-4 Ultimate Project (P3)
  • Elizabeth River Tunnels Project (P3)
  • The Downtown / Midtown Tunnel project (P3)
  • Panama Canal Expansion - Third Set of Locks (Design Build)

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Welcome to the website of the National Capital Section of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), a professional society for civil engineers.  ASCE was founded in 1852, represents 130,000 members of the civil engineering professional worldwide, and is America's oldest national engineering society.

The National Capital Section was founded in 1916 and currently has more than 3,100 members.  The section is located in Region 2 (link to region 2: http://region2.asce.org/). The National Capital Section serves the District of Columbia; the counties of Montgomery and Prince Georges in Maryland, except College Park in Prince Georges County; the counties of Fairfax and Arlington, and City of Alexandria in Virginia. The National Capital Section's mission includes:

  • To advance the professional knowledge and improve the practice of civil engineering for our members and those we serve.
  • To advocate for our profession with those whose actions affect us, and to educate those whose actions and responsibilities could benefit from a better understanding of the contributions of civil engineers.
  • To improve our community through effective community outreach programs, local involvement and educational efforts.

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