The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts (CPA) is making $729.9 million available to build last-mile broadband connections for more than 97,000 underserved locations across the state. The CPA’s Broadband Development Office (BDO) has opened a Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) for the Bringing Online Opportunities to Texas (BOOT) 2 Program. This will be the second […]
Missouri American Water (MAW) is investing more than $500 million to improve statewide water and wastewater infrastructure. Projects include replacing more than 90 miles of aging water pipes and enhancing water treatment plant performance. MAW recently released its 2023 Water Quality Reports covering the safety and quality of local drinking water sources. The reports describe […]
Tennessee – WeGo Public Transit, the transit authority for Nashville and Davidson County, has appointed Debbie Frank as deputy CEO for growth and development. She previously worked as director of transit-oriented development for the Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA). Frank brings more than 28 years of management experience to the role. The post Nashville transit authority appoints […]
California is moving forward with plans to harness 25,000 megawatts of offshore wind energy by 2045, but the journey ahead is a minefield of technical challenges, environmental concerns and a price tag that could exceed $20 billion. The California Energy Commission (CEC) recently released a comprehensive strategic plan detailing the state’s roadmap to achieve its […]
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has issued a Final Rule that provides a flexible framework designed to protect structures against damage and casualties from flooding. The Federal Flood Risk Management Standard (FFRMS) applies to FEMA-funded projects that involve new construction, significant improvements or repairs to substantial damage. In recent years, recurring floods have endangered […]
The Seattle City Council recently voted to expand housing options in all areas of the city by passing legislation that allows for the conversion of commercial buildings to residences. The move tackles a prevalent issue with commercial and residential real estate in the city. Job growth has outpaced housing development in Seattle, creating a shortage […]
Greater Chicago will likely be home to the first international sea cargo container terminal on Lake Michigan following action taken by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection. The CBP recently approved a proposal from Ports of Indiana-Burns Harbor to create what would be the only all-water container route for ocean vessels to serve the greater […]