Public Works & Infrastructure
Public Works & infrastructure are essential components of local and state government responsibilities. They involve the construction, maintenance, and management of vital public facilities and services such as roads, bridges, water supply, and waste management. Effective infrastructure planning ensures communities have the necessary resources for economic growth and quality of life. This directory provides articles on public works and infrastructure and related topics like Transportation, which explores the development of efficient systems for moving people and goods.
Maui County officials sent alerts to cellphones, television and radio stations, but it is unclear if it was before widespread power, cellular outages
Orlando will begin testing two driverless buses that will run daily on traditional bus routes
31 residents died in the Christmas 2022 storm that dumped over 50-inches of snow with hurricane-force winds
The New Orleans Regional Transit Authority will use a $10 million TIGER grant to replace and modernize the terminal at the New Orleans Canal Street Ferry
A panel of federal judges in Denver heard arguments over whether the Wyoming city of Riverton and surrounding lands remain legally Indian Country
Energy experts argue businesses and organizations can enjoy economic growth after shifting to renewable, efficient energy sources
Speedy shoppers will no longer get stuck behind people who dawdle or stop to check their phones - thanks to the UK’s first-ever pedestrian fast lane
Water tests at hundreds of Flint buildings indicate drinking water at all homes, businesses and schools needs to be tested for possible lead contamination
Walk21 aims to strengthen the walking movement by supporting and inspiring communities to change their policies and practices
The whitepaper reveals that activity in Wi-Fi is at an unprecedented level as cities seek expert assistance to deploy the technology
The $2 million Michigan Department of Environmental Quality grant will be used for improvements to the city’s storm water and sewer management system
The Regional Plan Association’s video explains the many challenges of the Hudson River rail tunnels and possible solutions
The plant will help determine the future of seawater desalination in the U.S. The billion-dollar project is only the nation’s second major seawater plant
This project has the potential to strengthen partnerships among county organizations and agencies
The TIFIA loan will support the expansion of the popular light rail system from Center City Charlotte to the UNC Charlotte Campus
U.S. Department of Transportation announced new actions by the Obama Administration to accelerate the Nation’s critical infrastructure projects
Many homes still need to be repaired or rebuilt. Crucial work to shore up infrastructure is ongoing, or still hasn’t started
Denver launched a program aimed at increasing awareness and driving demand for energy efficiency in the city’s commercial building sector.
Grand Rapids, Michigan, is implementing several strategies in preparation for the anticipated flooding of the Grand River
