As airports around the world launch terminal expansions, air mobility projects, and new conveniences for passengers, U.S. airports face mounting pressure to meet increasingly elevated expectations. U.S. airports are responding by investing in a wave of modernization and innovation efforts designed to improve the passenger experience, enhance safety, produce more operational efficiency and provide long […]
Howard County in Maryland has approved a new budget for fiscal year 2026, prioritizing a wide range of capital projects seeking to enhance public infrastructure and schools. The new budget, totaling $2.35 billion, includes a $365 million capital budget aimed at making extensive improvements to schools, public safety, community facilities and transportation infrastructure. Recently approved […]
The East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD), which serves the eastern side of San Francisco Bay, adopted a $3.2 billion two-year budget. While raising rates for water users, the new budget will support an array of new water infrastructure and treatment projects. The $3.2 billion budget will support investments in a 10-year Capital Improvement Program. […]
On second day of the Paris Air Show, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed two bills in law that will enhance the state’s aerospace, transportation and mobility innovation sectors. The first, Senate Bill 1516, calls for the creation of the International Aerospace Innovation Fund (IAIF) to be administered by Space Florida, the state’s aerospace economic development […]
The St. Louis Regional Convention and Sports Complex Authority (RSA) committed $54 million during its June 11 meeting to make critical renovations to the Dome at America’s Center. The Dome – which has stood for decades as one of the city’s premier sports centers – has been in critical need of deferred maintenance for years, […]
An April report from the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) details a year‑long effort to determine the next steps for autonomous vehicles (AV), including the implementation of robotaxis and private driverless cars. The Autonomous Vehicle Inclusive Planning Cohort (AVIPC), made up of public stakeholders and residents from underserved communities, evaluated how emerging transportation technology could […]
My public career highlights and education: Being recognized by the Governor’s Commission for Women as an Outstanding Woman in Texas Government was a huge honor. There have been so many opportunities to learn with the state and to share that knowledge with others. The best part of public service: I like serving my community and […]