The state of Texas has financed a little more than $300 million in port improvements since 2010. That’s not much when compared to the $46 billion that port officials from both the public and private sectors nationwide say is needed because of the Panama Canal expansion. That jaw-dropping total may even increase because port officials […]
Make no mistake about it. As long as budget gaps continue at the state level and population growth persists, state transportation infrastructure will continue to deteriorate. State officials are exploring a variety of financing methods that might provide solutions. And, according to a recent report by the National Conference of State Legislatures, the number of […]
Cities look for innovative parking solutions — are there any? Parking has become a critical problem for many large cities. As downtown areas experience historic growth and popularity, developers rush in to construct high-rise condos and apartments. Restaurants and other retail stores scramble to find downtown locations. Convention centers (usually located downtown) become more active, […]
Transportation-related contractors in the Midwest may find that the state as well as local governments in Nebraska could soon have more funding available that will help accelerate transportation projects throughout the state. Nebraska Gov. Pete Ricketts this week announced his support for creating a transportation infrastructure bank. Not only would the transportation infrastructure bank initiative […]
In October 2006, an historic decision was made – the 50-mile-long Panama Canal would be deepened and expanded to allow for the largest ships to pass through its channels. The estimated price tag of more than $4 billion was not a deal-killer and work was started on one of the largest, far-reaching projects in recent […]
Call it a mid-sized cities “throwdown.” The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) this week announced its $40 million Smart City Challenge, a competition targeting mid-size American cities. The objective is to increase the use of technology to improve the way transportation systems move people and products. Rather than have federal transportation experts try to determine […]
Traffic congestion is frustrating and complicated, but even more so as the number of motorists, buses, trolleys and bikers all increase on roadways. Designated lanes are the common solution but are rarely popular. Motorists don’t want to share roadway space, but buses, bikers and safety issues can’t be ignored. The trend to more bus and […]