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		<title>States ramp up healthcare modernization with major investments in labs, hospitals and behavioral health</title>
		<link>https://maryscottnabers.com/2026/04/29/states-ramp-up-healthcare-modernization-with-major-investments-in-labs-hospitals-and-behavioral-health/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:17:11 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kristi Holmes</dc:creator>
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				<description><![CDATA[<p><img width="150" height="150" src="https://maryscottnabers.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/MSN-Column-april-29-2026-7Tx4mB-150x150.jpg" class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" srcset="https://maryscottnabers.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/MSN-Column-april-29-2026-7Tx4mB-150x150.jpg 150w, https://maryscottnabers.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/MSN-Column-april-29-2026-7Tx4mB-35x35.jpg 35w" sizes="(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" />Healthcare modernization projects across the U.S. are accelerating as public agencies respond to aging infrastructure, workforce constraints, and rising demand for behavioral health and advanced diagnostics.   Recent data and industry reporting point to several converging trends: increased capital investment in public health labs and hospital expansions, a sharp focus on behavioral health capacity and forensic [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://maryscottnabers.com/2026/04/29/states-ramp-up-healthcare-modernization-with-major-investments-in-labs-hospitals-and-behavioral-health/">States ramp up healthcare modernization with major investments in labs, hospitals and behavioral health</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://maryscottnabers.com">Mary Scott Nabers</a>.</p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img width="150" height="150" src="https://maryscottnabers.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/MSN-Column-april-29-2026-7Tx4mB-150x150.jpg" class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" srcset="https://maryscottnabers.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/MSN-Column-april-29-2026-7Tx4mB-150x150.jpg 150w, https://maryscottnabers.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/MSN-Column-april-29-2026-7Tx4mB-35x35.jpg 35w" sizes="(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" />Healthcare modernization projects across the U.S. are accelerating as public agencies respond to aging infrastructure, workforce constraints, and rising demand for behavioral health and advanced diagnostics.   Recent data and industry reporting point to several converging trends: increased capital investment in public health labs and hospital expansions, a sharp focus on behavioral health capacity and forensic [&#8230;]</p>
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		<title>The Quiet Revolution: Building the future from the ground up</title>
		<link>https://maryscottnabers.com/2026/04/24/the-quiet-revolution-building-the-future-from-the-ground-up/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 16:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
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				<description><![CDATA[<p><img width="150" height="150" src="https://maryscottnabers.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Copy-of-MSN-Column-720-x-480-px-Jan-23-8-RHG8Rp-150x150.jpg" class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" srcset="https://maryscottnabers.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Copy-of-MSN-Column-720-x-480-px-Jan-23-8-RHG8Rp-150x150.jpg 150w, https://maryscottnabers.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Copy-of-MSN-Column-720-x-480-px-Jan-23-8-RHG8Rp-35x35.jpg 35w" sizes="(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" />Big changes and big needs are emerging so quickly; it seems appropriate to pause and consider some of the monumental issues facing public officials and government at large. The country has entered an era where infrastructure is no longer just roads, bridges, and buildings. America’s infrastructure is power, water, data, resilience, mobility, defense, cybersecurity, and private capital – all converging, many with immediate needs. Government funding gaps are pushing public sector leaders to embrace new project delivery methods, including Public-Private [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://maryscottnabers.com/2026/04/24/the-quiet-revolution-building-the-future-from-the-ground-up/">The Quiet Revolution: Building the future from the ground up</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://maryscottnabers.com">Mary Scott Nabers</a>.</p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img width="150" height="150" src="https://maryscottnabers.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Copy-of-MSN-Column-720-x-480-px-Jan-23-8-RHG8Rp-150x150.jpg" class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://maryscottnabers.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Copy-of-MSN-Column-720-x-480-px-Jan-23-8-RHG8Rp-150x150.jpg 150w, https://maryscottnabers.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Copy-of-MSN-Column-720-x-480-px-Jan-23-8-RHG8Rp-35x35.jpg 35w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" />Big changes and big needs are emerging so quickly; it seems appropriate to pause and consider some of the monumental issues facing public officials and government at large. The country has entered an era where infrastructure is no longer just roads, bridges, and buildings. America’s infrastructure is power, water, data, resilience, mobility, defense, cybersecurity, and private capital – all converging, many with immediate needs. Government funding gaps are pushing public sector leaders to embrace new project delivery methods, including Public-Private [&#8230;]</p>
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		<title>America’s aging water systems trigger a surge in billion-dollar fixes</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:44:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kristi Holmes</dc:creator>
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				<description><![CDATA[<p><img width="150" height="150" src="https://maryscottnabers.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Copy-of-MSN-Column-720-x-480-px-Jan-23-1-qQTJNI-150x150.png" class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://maryscottnabers.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Copy-of-MSN-Column-720-x-480-px-Jan-23-1-qQTJNI-150x150.png 150w, https://maryscottnabers.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Copy-of-MSN-Column-720-x-480-px-Jan-23-1-qQTJNI-35x35.png 35w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" />Investments in wastewater and water treatment infrastructure across the United States are accelerating at an unprecedented pace. Federal data from the EPA indicates that more than $630 billion in water infrastructure improvements will be needed over the next two decades, with wastewater systems accounting for a significant share of that total.   Much of this demand is driven by aging facilities, many of which were [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://maryscottnabers.com/2026/04/22/americas-aging-water-systems-trigger-a-surge-in-billion-dollar-fixes/">America’s aging water systems trigger a surge in billion-dollar fixes</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://maryscottnabers.com">Mary Scott Nabers</a>.</p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img width="150" height="150" src="https://maryscottnabers.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Copy-of-MSN-Column-720-x-480-px-Jan-23-1-qQTJNI-150x150.png" class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://maryscottnabers.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Copy-of-MSN-Column-720-x-480-px-Jan-23-1-qQTJNI-150x150.png 150w, https://maryscottnabers.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Copy-of-MSN-Column-720-x-480-px-Jan-23-1-qQTJNI-35x35.png 35w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" />Investments in wastewater and water treatment infrastructure across the United States are accelerating at an unprecedented pace. Federal data from the EPA indicates that more than $630 billion in water infrastructure improvements will be needed over the next two decades, with wastewater systems accounting for a significant share of that total.   Much of this demand is driven by aging facilities, many of which were [&#8230;]</p>
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		<title>Play, Gather, Thrive: Cities double down on recreation investments </title>
		<link>https://maryscottnabers.com/2026/04/10/play-gather-thrive-cities-double-down-on-recreation-investments/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 16:52:15 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kristi Holmes</dc:creator>
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				<description><![CDATA[<p><img width="150" height="150" src="https://maryscottnabers.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Copy-of-MSN-Column-720-x-480-px-Jan-23-7-yDBvhZ-150x150.jpg" class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://maryscottnabers.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Copy-of-MSN-Column-720-x-480-px-Jan-23-7-yDBvhZ-150x150.jpg 150w, https://maryscottnabers.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Copy-of-MSN-Column-720-x-480-px-Jan-23-7-yDBvhZ-35x35.jpg 35w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" />Local government officials across America regularly maintain and preserve public assets, while also investing in the development of new ones. Currently, municipal leaders nationwide are making significant investments in recreational infrastructure, reflecting a growing recognition that quality-of-life amenities are essential components of strong communities. Parks, aquatic centers, and multi-use recreation facilities are no longer viewed as [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://maryscottnabers.com/2026/04/10/play-gather-thrive-cities-double-down-on-recreation-investments/">Play, Gather, Thrive: Cities double down on recreation investments </a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://maryscottnabers.com">Mary Scott Nabers</a>.</p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img width="150" height="150" src="https://maryscottnabers.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Copy-of-MSN-Column-720-x-480-px-Jan-23-7-yDBvhZ-150x150.jpg" class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://maryscottnabers.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Copy-of-MSN-Column-720-x-480-px-Jan-23-7-yDBvhZ-150x150.jpg 150w, https://maryscottnabers.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Copy-of-MSN-Column-720-x-480-px-Jan-23-7-yDBvhZ-35x35.jpg 35w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" />Local government officials across America regularly maintain and preserve public assets, while also investing in the development of new ones. Currently, municipal leaders nationwide are making significant investments in recreational infrastructure, reflecting a growing recognition that quality-of-life amenities are essential components of strong communities. Parks, aquatic centers, and multi-use recreation facilities are no longer viewed as [&#8230;]</p>
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		<title>Universities continue to launch multimillion-dollar campus transformations </title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:51:34 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kristi Holmes</dc:creator>
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				<description><![CDATA[<p><img width="150" height="150" src="https://maryscottnabers.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Copy-of-MSN-Column-720-x-480-px-Jan-23-6-ZEVkhe-150x150.jpg" class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://maryscottnabers.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Copy-of-MSN-Column-720-x-480-px-Jan-23-6-ZEVkhe-150x150.jpg 150w, https://maryscottnabers.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Copy-of-MSN-Column-720-x-480-px-Jan-23-6-ZEVkhe-35x35.jpg 35w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" />Colleges and universities are gaining high visibility as announcements are made about plans to launch all types of visionary projects, most of which are far beyond traditional campus upgrades. From large-scale athletic complexes to mixed-use districts and community wellness hubs, these upcoming initiatives are being designed to serve students, local citizens, attract visitors, and strengthen regional economies. For firms tracking public-sector opportunities, higher [&#8230;]</p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img width="150" height="150" src="https://maryscottnabers.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Copy-of-MSN-Column-720-x-480-px-Jan-23-6-ZEVkhe-150x150.jpg" class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://maryscottnabers.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Copy-of-MSN-Column-720-x-480-px-Jan-23-6-ZEVkhe-150x150.jpg 150w, https://maryscottnabers.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Copy-of-MSN-Column-720-x-480-px-Jan-23-6-ZEVkhe-35x35.jpg 35w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" />Colleges and universities are gaining high visibility as announcements are made about plans to launch all types of visionary projects, most of which are far beyond traditional campus upgrades. From large-scale athletic complexes to mixed-use districts and community wellness hubs, these upcoming initiatives are being designed to serve students, local citizens, attract visitors, and strengthen regional economies. For firms tracking public-sector opportunities, higher [&#8230;]</p>
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		<title>Public library projects expand nationwide as communities invest in modernization</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 05:05:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kristi Holmes</dc:creator>
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				<description><![CDATA[<p><img width="150" height="150" src="https://maryscottnabers.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Copy-of-MSN-Column-720-x-480-px-Jan-23-5-JPYUmY-150x150.jpg" class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://maryscottnabers.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Copy-of-MSN-Column-720-x-480-px-Jan-23-5-JPYUmY-150x150.jpg 150w, https://maryscottnabers.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Copy-of-MSN-Column-720-x-480-px-Jan-23-5-JPYUmY-35x35.jpg 35w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" />Public libraries in many cities and counties are undergoing a significant transformation, evolving far beyond their traditional roles as repositories for books. Today’s library projects reflect a broader mission, one that emphasizes community engagement, digital access, workforce development, programs for children and teens along with lifelong learning initiatives.  As population growth, technology advancements, and shifting community needs reshape expectations, public officials are responding [&#8230;]</p>
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		<title>Battery storage projects surge as grid reinforcement becomes a national priority</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 17:52:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kristi Holmes</dc:creator>
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				<description><![CDATA[<p><img width="150" height="150" src="https://maryscottnabers.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/MSN-Column-720-x-480-px-march-27-V2YW7c-150x150.jpg" class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://maryscottnabers.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/MSN-Column-720-x-480-px-march-27-V2YW7c-150x150.jpg 150w, https://maryscottnabers.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/MSN-Column-720-x-480-px-march-27-V2YW7c-35x35.jpg 35w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" />Battery storage and power system reinforcement are rapidly moving from long-term planning concepts to immediate infrastructure priorities across the United States. As extreme weather events, electrification demands, and renewable energy integration place new pressures on aging grids, government officials are accelerating investments in storage technologies that stabilize supply, reduce volatility, and ensure continuity of service. [&#8230;]</p>
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