Throughout America, local governments are betting big on recreation as a catalyst for growth. From sprawling youth-sports complexes and gleaming aquatic centers to billion-dollar stadiums and multipurpose arenas, these types of projects draw visitors, fill hotels, and revitalize local economies.   The results can be striking. Las Vegas’s Allegiant Stadium now generates about $60 million in public room-tax revenue annually, while San Francisco’s […]

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has been instructed to move forward with proceedings to institute a new rule to interconnect large load facilities with reliable, affordable electricity.  Once established, the ruling will address skyrocketing power demands by rapidly accelerating the interconnection processes for structures that require large amounts of electricity to operate – like […]

New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced earlier this month a $146 million infrastructure and housing plan for the Jewel Streets neighborhood. The Jewel Streets Neighborhood Plan is expected to add 5,000 homes in addition to alleviating regional flooding. The project encompasses a broad, 12-block area that includes parts of East New York, Brooklyn, Lindenwood and Queens.  Over $146 million in public investment will support the long-term vision for the neighborhood, which includes concrete […]

Oklahoma -Travis Stephens has been named economic development director for the city of Broken Arrow. He brings a broad range of leadership experience in community and economic development. As director, Stephens aims to continue the city’s momentum in attracting and retaining businesses. National – J.R. Sloan has been named president of the National Association of State Chief Information […]

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has committed $25 million to replace a popular Austin trail segment that would be affected by the expansion of Interstate 35. Trail users can expect some disruptions and detours in the near term, but agency leaders say the path will remain intact and ultimately be enhanced.  The I-35 Capital […]

The Maryland State Highway Administration and Anne Arundel County have announced a $113.8 million project to widen miles of Interstate 97 between Maryland Route 32 in the Millersville area to U.S. Routes 50301 in Annapolis.  I-97 is a critical artery in Anne Arundel County for residents, students, commuters and those visiting Annapolis. The highway includes […]

The Putnam County Board of Education in West Virginia is moving ahead with plans for construction of a new middle school to replace a 1950s era facility. Currently in the design phase, the board will leverage $39.6 million in voter-approved funds and $25 million from the West Virginia School Building Authority to build the new […]