Canadian provinces cut U.S. business ties amid trade dispute 

Provincial governments across Canada have launched measures to hit back at the tariffs that have been placed on their country. U.S. businesses will be impacted as governmental entities banned American contractors from their procurement processes after President Donald Trump’s announcement of 25% tariffs on most Canadian goods.   President Trump on Thursday postponed the implementation of some tariffs […]

Utah explores new town development near Park City

Utah is exploring the possibility of a new town development on roughly 50 acres of land in Park City’s Kimball Junction. The Utah lieutenant governor’s office is announcing a feasibility study into the Park City Tech initiative, a public-private partnership proposing a preliminary municipality for a 725-unit housing development near Park City. The feasibility study […]

New Mexico lawmakers advance $1.5B transportation bond plan

A major transportation investment in New Mexico is another step closer to approval. The legislation authorizing $1.5 billion in transportation bonds easily cleared the House Appropriations and Finance Committee, as well as the Transportation, Public Works and Capital Improvements Committee, before securing unanimous approval from the House of Representatives. The proposed legislation addresses the state’s […]

‘Sustainability is a way of life’: executive director of sustainability talks commitment to change

Profiles in Power highlights public officials nationwide who are improving their communities through their dedication, enthusiasm, creativity, and experience. This week’s profile is LeeAnn Kittle, executive director of sustainability for Denver Public Schools in Colorado. What I like best about my public service is: Growing up with parents who met through social work, I was raised with […]

A bridge repair here, another one there and many more in sight

America’s old bridges must be repaired, replaced or expanded… and there are thousands of them. They will all receive the attention they require sometime soon because there is no other option. The funding to make these structures safe, sustainable and efficient for vehicles will not end any time soon, and the following examples of upcoming […]

ODOT’s transportation study targets $20B in investments

The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is releasing the findings of a key transportation study that examined nearly all of the state’s transportation systems and networks. The 18-month study, conducted in collaboration with business and transportation stakeholders, identifies current and future risks to Ohio’s transportation system, particularly in terms of congestion that could undermine economic […]

MIA’s $9B upgrade set to transform airport experience through 2031

Major upgrades at the Miami International Airport (MIA) are proceeding as planned, with key projects advancing under the $9 billion Future-Ready Modernization in Action Plan. The comprehensive investment plan is now several years into implementation with future projects planned through 2031. The MIA continues to transform one of America’s busiest international gateways while supporting record-breaking […]