Public Transportation Study, Town of Nipawin, Saskatchewan
" ... thank your firm for a job well done... you demonstrated to us your in-depth knowledge of the public transportation field and how to get things done... particularly impressed with your team's ability to deal effectively with a range of stakeholders to  come up with a specialized transit solution that we can implement today, and laying the groundwork to take transit to the next level - a more regional approach. We would not hesitate to recommend your team."

... Kai Bath, Director, Economic Development, Business and Planning

Transit Feasibility Study and Implementation Plan – Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury

"Congratulations, Wally! I just know you will be successful. You are probably the best consultant I have worked with – no guff! You always deliver what you say you will (usually more), and your reports are so concise and to the point. It is a pleasure. Best of luck in your new endeavour. Deb."

Debbie Korolnek, P. Eng. Director of Engineering Services, Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury

“…Wally was able to listen patiently and communicate effectively with the public, business focus group participants, senior municipal staff, our Active Transportation Committee, councilors…. His frankness and in-depth knowledge was recognized and put everyone at ease…”

Debbie Korolnek, Director of Engineering, (Bradford West Gwillimbury)

2012-2016 Sault Transit and ParaBus Master Plan – City of Sault Ste. Marie

“…study was somewhat unique in that Wally approached the study as a public transportation’ strategy rather than separating conventional and specialized transit. This went over well…. knowledgeable, innovative and responsive...”

Don Scott, Manager, Transit and Parking (City of Sault Ste. Marie)

Transit Feasibility Study and Implementation Plan – Selkirk (MB)

“…We found Wally Beck to be highly experienced … able to communicate extremely well at all stakeholder meetings, with the general public, and with members of Council.”

Chris Carter, Director of Community Services (Selkirk)

Transit Master Plan – Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo

“…demonstrated in-depth knowledge and expertise in transit planning and operations for both conventional and para-transit services…found their team to be extremely knowledgeable about municipal departments, technology, financing…union and manpower issues.”

Jawed Malik, Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo

CBRM Review of Transit Services – Cape Breton Regional Municipality

“…found the team to be dedicated to a successful study outcome, extremely knowledgeable and intuitive, able to respond to inquiries quickly, and able to deal effectively with all members of our community, including Cape Breton Regional Municipality Council.”

Mike MacKeigan, Manager, Utilities.

Lunenburg Transit Feasibility Study – Municipality of the District of Lunenburg

“…commend specifically Wally Beck...ability to deal with stakeholders at all levels and with different interests was key to a successful study completion... excellent work … comprehensive final report.”

Tammy Wilson, CAO (District of Lunenburg)

Employee Transit Pass Program Evaluation – Transport Canada

“…provided us with insight into the many transit industry issues and opportunities we had not expected…We found the HDR team under the direction of Wally Beck to work with integrity and to be passionate about their work.”

Saleem Sattar, Manager, Environmental Services (Transport Canada)

St. John's Para-Transit System – City of St. John's, Newfoundland

“…We were quite impressed with the Consultant’s ability to not only listen and take note of the varied concerns expressed but to address them in an equitable manner in the final report to Council.…The recommendations were well organized and outlined short- and long-term strategies. As well, they were comprehensive, innovation and respectful of the needs, which were heard…The City of St. John`s would like to take this opportunity to commend Mr. Wally Beck and Charles Fitzsimmons for their work on this project.”

Robert Bishop, Director of Finance & City Treasurer (St. John’s)

Green Municipal Fund Application – City of Hamilton

“…The City is pleased that the Environmental Results Report was warmly received by the FCM’s Project Officer who noted that the FCM’s Verification Officer “enjoyed reading your report and thought it was one the most detailed reports he reviewed to date’ …well received project on time and two months ahead of schedule.”

Don Hull, Director of Transit (HSR)