Amid concern about federal funding programs, cities throughout the U.S. are launching community-based projects to enhance citizen services, attract tourism and build community assets. These types of initiatives will continue to provide an abundance of collaborative opportunities in 2025. City leaders in Fremont, California, have announced plans for a new $35.5 million public recreation facility. […]

Amid growing uncertainty over federal support for clean transportation alternatives, a coalition of seven states are looking to take the wheel and drive the push for low-carbon mobility options. Made up of government and advocacy organizations, the Clean RIDES (Responsible Investments to Decrease Emissions in States) Network has unveiled a roadmap for how state departments […]

West Virginia is expected to submit its final proposal to receive federal grant money for projects to improve access to broadband internet in August. Last week, the state was granted a 90-day extension to submit its final proposal to the National Telecommunications and Information Administration’s Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) program, Gov. Patrick Morrisey […]

Marking the first time in over 30 years, Laredo, Texas, is seeking voter approval on a new bond referendum to support municipal services, community development and public health and safety. The bond referendum, approved by the city council last month, proposes the issuance of $417 million in bonds for the upcoming election in May. Voters […]

Montpelier, Vermont, is drafting a new city plan that sets goals for land use, facility updates, economic development, utility infrastructure and more. Adopting a new plan is a necessary step for the city’s project to renew its application for a state growth center designation, which could improve Montpelier’s chances to win state grants and facilitate […]

Florida State University (FSU) has shared its plan to build an acute care hospital, under the FSU Health name, in Panama City Beach, Florida. The more than $400 million project is intended to improve access and innovation in health and health care in northwest Florida. The state-of-the-art medical facility would serve residents of Bay and […]

As the future of coal as a power source becomes increasingly uncertain, Wyoming is looking to study options for one of the state’s largest industries. The Wyoming Energy Authority issued a Request for Proposals for a detailed analysis of Wyoming coal supply, market demand and the potential to export Wyoming coal abroad. Proposals to conduct […]