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.
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
Charleston firefighters faced three bad hydrants and had to wait on tankers from neighboring FDs
Denver launched a program aimed at increasing awareness and driving demand for energy efficiency in the city’s commercial building sector.
Some states are getting smaller as governments give up on maintaining many rural roads and bridges to spend on more essential projects in busier areas
Grand Rapids, Michigan, is implementing several strategies in preparation for the anticipated flooding of the Grand River
The bridge that spans the Scioto River really is infested with thousands of orb weavers spinning intricate webs up and down the hand and guardrails
MuniRent is a website platform that allows public agencies to share equipment and personnel internally or with regional partners
Experts argue the most significant responses to climate change are being deployed at the local level where policies can be and implemented more efficiently
Federal rules governing drinking water weren’t followed properly in Flint, the cash-strapped city where problems with lead prompted a public health emergency
Kash Barker is leading a team to evaluate how analytics from multiple sources can increase network resilience
Pledge will release $5 million over five years to help plan and respond to climate and economic challenges, and invest in needed infrastructure improvements
The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago set a goal of becoming an energy-neutral organization by 2023
Mapping the WUI raises awareness of development occurring so people and communities can better reduce negative effects to homes as well as the environment
The North Carolina General Assembly had constitutional power to transfer control of Asheville’s water system to a regional sewer district, a court ruled
The FTA announced 21 organizations will receive a share of $19.5 million to support comprehensive planning projects that improve access to public transit
Metro Awards $23 million for Innovative City, Port and Transit Transportation Projects in Long Beach
The award reflects the commitment of the city and transit authority to advance projects that improve the lives of residents, businesses, and visitors
The pavement material has empty spaces that allow water to flow through easily to reduce flooding
Glendale, California, is leveraging its municipal website to proactively combat rumors about local government events and actions
