The city of Bellevue, Washington, is partnering with ARCH, a Regional Coalition for Housing, to provide up to $30 million to developers and operators for affordable rental or ownership housing projects. The funding is divided into two programs targeting distinct needs. The Housing Stability Program, supported by an ongoing 0.1% local sales and use tax, […]
The city and county of Honolulu has selected a partner to lead the master planning effort of an expansive transit-oriented development (TOD) initiative at Kūwili Station. While firm design or construction costs have not been released, the project has been allocated $4.7 million for the planning process. Design will begin next year, with construction expected […]
The U.S. Coast Guard is preparing to award more than $100 million in contracts to modernize its aging IT infrastructure through a new procurement program that will span the next decade. The Variable Infrastructure Award (VIA) will replace the agency’s current Infrastructure Managed Services agreement while addressing critical security vulnerabilities and outdated systems across Coast […]
The city of Fresno in California is incurring debt to fund various new road infrastructure and deferred maintenance projects. When the Fresno City Council adopted a $2.36 billion budget last month, it also determined it could no longer delay repaving major thoroughfares across the city’s seven districts. The council agreed to tackle approximately $100 million […]
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has announced the state will expand the Next Generation 911 technology (NG911) statewide to modernize call centers and enhance emergency response. Following its successful implementation in 10 pilot counties, the Ohio Department of Administrative Services (DAS) will expand NG911 technology into 15 additional counties. The state has supported NG911 with investments […]
Profiles in Power highlights public officials nationwide who are improving their communities through their dedication, enthusiasm, creativity and experience. This week’s profile is the Chief Information Officer & Director of Information Technology for the city of Oakland, California. My public career highlights and education: I’ve been privileged to lead a wide range of impactful projects […]
Amtrak’s contracting process has vulnerabilities that could lead to fraud and overpayment, according to a new Office of Inspector General (OIG) report released July 2. The findings come as Amtrak receives increased funding from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), highlighting the need for better oversight of these investments. According to the report, company […]