Seattle Office Director Peter Lagerwey has announced his transition from full-time work at Toole Design Group. Recognized as a White House Champion of Change in 2015, Peter will remain part of the Toole Design family in the Seattle office. In addition to being an outstanding resource for staff and working on select projects, he will focus on developing and delivering technical trainings for audiences across the United States.
“I am very grateful to Peter for his efforts as an early member of our team at Toole Design Group, and of his groundbreaking work in active transportation projects throughout his career,”” said Jennifer Toole, President. “He has been a tremendous resource for me, for our staff and for practitioners in our field around the country.”
After retiring as the City of Seattle’s Pedestrian and Bicycle Program Coordinator in 2009, Peter founded Toole Design Group’s Seattle office. During his tenure with Toole Design, he managed numerous city, state and federal projects. He has led planning efforts across North America, co-authored numerous policy documents, and served on a variety of working groups related to active transportation research and design. Through countless workshops, trainings, and public meetings, he has opened new doors for practitioners, advocates, community members, and elected officials.
“All of us at Toole Design Group, and in active transportation across the country, owe a debt of gratitude to Peter’s pioneering efforts” said Roswell “RJ” Eldridge, Chief Operating Officer and Director of Planning. “Twenty-five years ago, Peter was one of a small group of professionals who recognized the importance of making the transportation system safe and comfortable for everyone, including pedestrians and bicyclists. Over his career, he has consistently redefined the state of the practice and helped transform communities.”
Peter is excited to assume the next chapter in a career spanning more than 30 years as a thought leader dedicated to forging new paths in active transportation planning and design. He is succeeded as Seattle Office Director by Amalia Leighton Cody, P.E., AICP.
