The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has awarded more than $4.3 billion in grants designed to help coalitions comprised of state and local governments and nonprofits tackle pollution and help transition the country to clean energy. The 25 applications selected for Climate Pollution Reduction Grants will fund projects in 30 states that target reducing greenhouse gas […]

Georgia has announced new details of recently passed legislation involving a $1.5 billion investment in transportation infrastructure around the state. The funding includes projects to be addressed in the near term as well as serves as a down payment for future expansion as Georgia continues to experience record job and population growth, Gov. Brian Kemp […]

As the nation looks for ways to reduce climate pollution, the state of Washington is opening applications for its Sustainable Aviation Grant program. The initiative, announced by the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT), will support a range of innovations, from mobile battery-charging technology to hydrogen storage facilities and electric ground equipment, setting the stage […]

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is making $970 million available to develop and improve airport terminals nationwide. The agency announced a Notice of Funding Opportunity that will be awarded to an unknown number of projects. The deadline to apply is July 31, 2024. Eligible projects will include terminal gates, roads and walkways that lead directly […]

Tennessee – WeGo Public Transit, the transit authority for Nashville and Davidson County, has appointed Amanda Vandegrift as deputy CEO for  finance and administration. Prior to joining WeGo, Vandegrift was a partner with an international strategic advisory firm. She has also worked as a principal financial consultant that advised several national transit advisers. Vandegrift brings 15 years of finance […]

Texas – The city of Lubbock has welcomed Mark McBrayer as mayor. McBrayer previously served as a Lubbock City Council member since 2022. The post Mayor of Lubbock, Texas, takes office appeared first on Government Market News.

Tennessee – Connor Scott has been appointed director of the Williamson County Office of Public Safety. Scott brings more than 20 years of experience working as a first responder, emergency manager and public safety leader in Pennsylvania and Maryland. He will replace Bill Jorgensen. The post Williamson County, Tennessee appoints Public Safety director appeared first on Government Market News.