Rhode Island Infrastructure Bank has closed a $26.3 million loan with Providence Water to help provide new lead-free service lines at no cost to customers. The loan, created in partnership with the Rhode Island Department of Health, includes nearly half the funds as grants—leaving only $13.5 million to be repaid. Replacing lead pipes in Providence […]
Throughout the U.S., projects to upgrade, modernize and stabilize basic infrastructure will launch over the next several years. The infrastructure needs are critical, and public officials are committed to meeting the challenge of protecting public assets and providing safe and high-quality services to citizens. Airport spending over the next decade is expected to reach historic […]
Ohio is authorizing the issuance of $2.5 billion in general obligation bonds to fund public infrastructure and capital improvement projects—the state’s first bond authorization since 2014. The new bond funding, approved by Ohio voters in the May 6 election, will support the state’s public works projects over the next 10 years, including road maintenance, drinking […]
The Tony Dapolito Recreation Center in New York City’s West Village will be rebuilt and renovated under Mayor Eric Adams’ proposed executive budget. The mayor’s budget proposal for fiscal year (FY) 2026 includes nearly $52 million to reconstruct the aging facility, located off Clarkson Street at 7th Avenue South. Bolstering the mayor’s proposal, the recreation […]
Following the launch of the Massachusetts AI Hub in December 2024, Gov. Maura Healey has executed a number of updates intended to promote ongoing AI development and expansion. The updates include a $31 million investment, the appointment of the hub’s first director and exploration of ongoing public-private partnerships (P3) to advance AI technologies. The $31 […]
Maryland’s Freight Rail Grant Program (FRGP) will accept applications until June 30, 2025. This state-funded, competitive program reimburses eligible costs for projects that strengthen freight rail infrastructure across the state. Administered by the Maryland Department of Transportation’s Office of Rail and Intermodal Freight, the FRGP is open to railroads, local governments and businesses intending to […]
Kansas – Mario Vasquez has been appointed as the new city manager of Kansas City in an 11-2 vote by the City Council. Vasquez currently serves as director of city planning and development and assistant city manager, where he has overseen over $600 million in public-private development initiatives and capital projects. Nevada – Shannon Ernst has been […]