Shift, policy changes increase traffic flow Published Sept. 14, 2012 By Robins Public Affairs ROBINS PUBLIC AFFAIRS, Ga. -- Changes in the past couple of months to installation access procedures and gate openings, as well as changes to some organizational shift schedules, have resulted in new traffic flow patterns onto Robins, some creating increased traffic during normal peak transit times. A joint traffic study by base security forces and civil engineers is examining traffic flow at installation gates. The purpose of the study is to identify patterns, trends and peak times for traffic entering and exiting the installation, and will contribute to the base's ongoing efforts to reduce congestion at the gates. In the meantime, members of Team Robins can contribute to reducing congestion by taking the following actions: Allowing time for some variation in the time required to enter the base. Providing feedback through their chain of command for any issues they encounter. Considering mass transit options such as Buses into Robins Daily (BiRD), carpools and vanpools.