Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey unveiled a 25-year plan last month to protect and restore nature areas across the state. The plan, titled Biodiversity Conservation Goals for the Commonwealth (BCGC), is designed to rebuild nature, sustain the health and well-being of residents, improve access to fresh food, and enhance the overall quality of life and the […]
America’s airports continue to experience one of the busiest building cycles in decades. This is an area of activity that should not be ignored. Construction cranes are rising over terminals, runways are being resurfaced, and new security technology is rolling out to handle record crowds. Passenger traffic is hitting historic highs—TSA screened more than three […]
Sacramento State University (SSU) in California has announced a new vision to transform a selection of state-owned buildings in downtown Sacramento into affordable housing units. While the project is notably in the early stages, the expansion would provide SSU with the real estate needed to significantly increase the university’s available housing options for students, faculty […]
The U.S. Department of Education (DOE) and the National Counterintelligence and Security Center (NCSC) issued new guidance on Aug. 25 to warn colleges and universities about growing foreign threats to research. The Safeguarding Academia bulletin outlines emerging risks, such as espionage, cyber intrusions and foreign talent recruitment programs, and offers strategies for institutions and researchers […]
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healy announced $15 million in Housing Development Incentive Program (HDIP) awards late last month, seeking to expand affordable housing options for residents. The announcement was made in partnership with the state’s Housing and Livable Communities Secretary Ed Augustus. The funding will be given to six Gateway Cities to create 829 new homes […]
California – Anthony Valdez has been appointed as the first-ever deputy city administrator for the city of Santa Barbara. Assuming the position Sept. 15, Valdez brings over a decade of municipal leadership including a stint as the assistant city manager for the city of Bakersfield. Virginia – Glenda Paul has been announced as the permanent county administrator […]
There is the usual type of data and research…and then there is research so unique it is difficult to find. The Strategic Partnerships Team has never been interested in providing ordinary research and data. Instead, the team pushes beyond the norm – always –tracking funding of every type from every jurisdiction. We also research new […]