America’s ports are responsible for approximately $2.9 trillion in GDP annually. They provide jobs for 21.8 million Americans and move more than 40% of the country’s goods. To say that the maritime industry is a critical component of America’s global competitive status is an understatement. Given the vital role ports play in sustaining economic stability […]
Water resource issues are of high concern throughout America. A research report presented recently to member of Congress urged immediate attention to America’s critical water issues. The report outlined states with the greatest immediate concerns. Not surprisingly, California and Texas topped the list. Idaho, Arizona, Utah, and Mississippi were next in line followed by Kansas, […]
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a civil rights law that ensures individuals with disabilities are protected from discrimination in all areas of public life, including jobs, schools, transportation, and public facilities. Its core purpose is to guarantee equal rights and opportunities for all citizens. Public officials are acutely aware of ADA regulations as non-compliance […]
Airport officials across the U.S. will be busy during 2025, not only with airlines and the passengers they serve, but also because hundreds of large construction projects are currently in the planning phases, with many set to launch this year. These include terminal expansions, security upgrades, modernized baggage handling systems, runway renovations and new technology […]
Cities and counties throughout the U.S. are launching or planning new cultural arts centers. Many of them have plans to partner with universities, local foundations or non-profits. Others may have leveraged state or federal funds. No matter how it is obtained, funding does not seem to be a major hurdle. That’s because cultural centers generate […]
Cities and counties throughout the U.S. are revitalizing downtown areas, providing more housing, adding revenue generating attractions and repurposing other public areas. There are numerous drivers behind these types of focused projects, with population growth and the critical need for upgrades to aging facilities standing out as primary reasons. Visionary municipal leaders are planning for […]
At-grade rail crossings – where roads intersect at the same level with railway tracks – are the second leading cause of rail-related fatalities in the U.S., with over 2,000 incidents and approximately 200 deaths annually. The existing technology for grade crossing warnings has largely remained unchanged since the 1960s and more is obviously needed. The […]