The Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) Silver Line, an ambitious $2.1 billion rail project connecting Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) with surrounding cities, was officially launched in late October. DART plans to use the rails for passenger travel, utilizing state-of-the-art electric diesel vehicles designed to meet Environmental Protection Agency standards and reduce emissions. The agency […]
The city of San Luis Obispo, California, is moving forward with a $127 million project to build an interchange and bridge along Prado Road. Currently in the design phase, construction is anticipated to begin in 2029. The City Council approved recommendations included in a Value Analysis (VA) study for the Prado Road Interchange project, implementing […]
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced $97.4 million in new funding on Nov. 12 for transportation projects that promote alternative travel options and healthy lifestyles for residents. The funds fall under the state’s Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP). The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) provides the funding available through TAP, which the New York State Department of […]
Jackson, Michigan voters delivered a $126 million bond victory for Jackson Public Schools in the Nov. 4 election. With a narrow margin of 3,683 to 3,262, or 53% affirmative, the measure will underwrite a major infrastructure and construction program across the district. A key change will bring air-conditioning and other HVAC upgrades to address the […]
The Orlando City Council has approved a $2.62 billion Capital Improvements Fund that includes a $100 million placeholder for the proposed multibillion-dollar rail link connecting SunRail and Brightline through Central Florida. Transportation staff noted that the city has not committed funding as the placeholder rather identifies a potential future financing option, either a loan […]
The Department of Energy (DOE) will distribute $355 million to bolster the domestic production of critical minerals used for energy production, manufacturing, transportation and national defense across two funding opportunities. Applicants have until Dec. 15 to apply to either Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). The first opportunity will deliver $275 million through the Mines and […]
The city of Columbus’ $1.9 billion bond package in Ohio has received sweeping voter approval for all propositions. The funding will be allocated to support the following sectors: Affordable housing/neighborhood development – $500 million. Public utilities – $500 million. Public service – $400 million. Parks and recreation – $250 million. Safety, health and infrastructure – […]