The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) received a clear message from one of its major partners, the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO), a nonprofit representing departments of transportation from all 50 states, the District of Columbia (D.C.) and Puerto Rico. Of the many 10-question regulatory review submissions from stakeholders, AASHTO’s May […]
Springfield, Illinois, is making progress in its effort to reduce rail congestion and improve urban connectivity. In a major development for the Springfield Rail Improvements Project (SRIP), the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) has fully obligated $157.1 million in federal funding for the final segment of the SRIP, ensuring that construction can continue moving forward […]
Profiles in Power highlights public officials nationwide who are improving their communities through their dedication, enthusiasm, creativity and experience. This week’s profile is Chief of Staff for the City of Hamilton, Ohio, Mallory Greenham. My public career highlights and education: I’m currently the chief of staff in the City Manager’s Office here in Hamilton, Ohio, […]
Investors in conventional energy and construction engineers may find temporary relief in federal building projects—at least for now. The Department of Energy (DOE) announced a one-year pause on a Biden-era rule requiring a 90% reduction in on-site fossil fuel use by 2029 and a full phase-out by 2030. The previous rule was set to be […]
Major cities across the nation are sinking, affecting more than 34 million people and putting thousands of buildings at risk, according to newly released satellite data. Urban regions that have seen the greatest amount of subsidence include: The Houston-Galveston area, Texas. Phoenix, Arizona. The Las Vegas Valley, Nevada. The Mississippi Delta, Louisiana. Major cities along […]
Nebraska recently launched a new state agency, the Department of Water, Energy and Environment (DWEE). The agency consolidates the Department of Environment and Energy and the Department of Natural Resources. The merger will take effect July 1. DWEE’s mission is to protect Nebraska’s natural resources and enforce regulations. The creation of the new agency is […]
A public school district in Grand Rapids, Michigan, has approval from voters to invest in facility improvements. In an election earlier this month, Northview Public Schools voters approved a 30-year, $74.6 million bond proposal that will fund upgrades across the district’s facilities without increasing the tax rate. The funding will address infrastructure needs, enhance educational […]