The city of Georgetown is moving ahead with $31.6 million in sidewalk repairs, including $22.8 million in fixes to gaps near the city’s roadways and greenspaces. The upgrades, outlined in a master plan approved in January, are part of an evolving effort to assess pedestrian infrastructure and promote a safe city for walking. City officials […]
The University of Texas System has appointed Julia Rathgeber as vice chancellor for government relations, effective Feb. 1. Her role will include bridging communication between the UT System and Texas Legislature on policy and budget issues as well as connecting with other state entities to manage the UT System’s federal relations. Rathgeber was the […]
In a proactive measure against natural disasters and flooding, the city of Galveston is planning two significant water infrastructure projects, with a total estimated budget of $59.7 million. The projects are part of a strategic initiative to enhance floodwater management along the historic Galveston seawall, a region with a history of flooding from storms and […]
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) has awarded $20.6 million for upgrades to 40 community parks statewide, including a trio of million-dollar grants to support separate projects in San Antonio, Fort Worth and Dallas. The competitive Local Park Grants will support the development of nature trails, native gardens, playgrounds, dog parks, splash pads, sports […]
The Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (ABIA) is the first in the nation to be outfitted with the Federal Aviation Agency’s (FAA) Tower Simulation System — a cutting-edge air traffic training platform designed to support air traffic controllers and ensure safe plane arrivals and departures. Central to the new technology is the system’s visual database to enhance […]
Cyberattacks on state and local governments are on the rise, according to a recent study conducted by a nonprofit organization that helps governments protect themselves against security threats. The National Cybersecurity Review (NCSR), conducted in 2022 and 2023, showed an increase in attacks during that time, including malware, ransomware and other suspicious activities that affected […]
The demand for walkable urban real estate in the United States far exceeds supply, and high prices are making it accessible only to those with substantial housing budgets, according to a recent study that confirms what most people who have recently shopped for housing already know. Foot Traffic Ahead 2023, a report released by non-profit […]