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McConnell urges Trump, Congress to avoid 'trillion-dollar stimulus' infrastructure plan
Although the president-elect's current proposal centers around private investment, some Republicans are concerned about higher debt resulting from federal funding.
By Kim Slowey • Dec. 13, 2016 -
NY, NJ Port Authority delays vote on $31B infrastructure program
Officials said they need more time to reach an agreement on the cost of the transportation spending plan as well as on the viability of some projects.
By Kim Slowey • Dec. 12, 2016 -
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Beleaguered $2.3B Boston Green Line completion pushed back to 2021
After firing the original contractors amid cost overruns and delays, transportation officials expect to choose a new construction team by late 2017.
By Kim Slowey • Dec. 9, 2016 -
Congress to delay $2.4B FAST Act infrastructure spending boost
The House's continuing resolution would fund the federal government through April but leaves out the planned spending increase for transportation projects.
By Kim Slowey • Dec. 9, 2016 -
World mayors say $375B in green infrastructure needed in the next 4 years
Addressing resiliency among existing buildings is key to reaching sustainability goals.
By Chris Wood • Dec. 7, 2016 -
Tishman to pilot TradeTapp's risk management platform
Data analytics give insight into subcontractor performance amid continued labor shortages.
By Chris Wood • Dec. 7, 2016 -
OH DOT turns US Interstate 33 stretch into a smart highway
The 35-mile corridor will be used to test self-driving vehicles and other smart transit technology.
By Chris Wood • Dec. 7, 2016 -
Could Canada's infrastructure bank model work in the US?
The Caisse, Canada’s second-largest public pension fund, said the U.S. needs to boost its infrastructure game if it wants to compete for global investors.
By Kim Slowey • Dec. 7, 2016 -
Controversial $1.86B MN light rail set to begin construction within months
The project was the subject of a financing battle that ended with local governments covering a funding gap themselves.
By Kim Slowey • Dec. 7, 2016 -
HI rail project costs climb to $9.5B — $3B over initial estimates
Officials chalk up the latest increase to the interest costs omitted from previous estimates.
By Kim Slowey • Dec. 6, 2016 -
ARTBA: Transportation construction to inch up 1.3% in 2017
The American Road & Transportation Builders Association said the modest gains will be driven by the private sector, as growth in the public sector is still uncertain.
By Kim Slowey • Dec. 5, 2016 -
Feds move forward with $4B Baltimore Amtrak tunnel replacement
The Federal Railroad Administration identified three route options in its final environmental impact statement for the tunnel.
By Kim Slowey • Dec. 5, 2016 -
Chicago approves rail extension tax deal to help secure $1B in federal funds
City officials expedited approval of the new transit tax district in order to qualify for matching federal funds before President Obama leaves office.
By Kim Slowey • Dec. 2, 2016 -
CA launches $6B, 40-year infrastructure program
The initial $700 million phase will establish the building blocks for the rest of the project, which includes carpool lanes, bridges and rail tracks.
By Kim Slowey • Dec. 1, 2016 -
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Why the definition of infrastructure should include public buildings
America's roads and bridges aren't the only projects in need of investment, according to a public opinion survey from the American Institute of Architects.
By Hallie Busta • Dec. 1, 2016 -
Schumer: Congress could pass $1 trillion infrastructure plan in Trump's first 100 days
However, the future U.S. Senate Democratic leader said the tax credits offered up in President-elect Donald Trump's initial plan are out of the question.
By Kim Slowey • Dec. 1, 2016 -
Deep Dive
A new twist in the labor shortage: Are infrastructure firms seeking more work than workers?
While the private sector has been plagued with skilled labor shortages, a lack of public works projects has left many contractors in that sector waiting by the phone.
By Kim Slowey • Dec. 1, 2016 -
Deep Dive
The rise of telematics: How high-tech equipment tracking is taking over job sites
The standardization of machine data collection protocols makes centralized nodes key to tracking machinery on construction sites.
By Chris Wood • Nov. 30, 2016 -
Tesla, SolarCity power entire island in America Samoa with solar energy
The microgrid is intended to eliminate the island’s reliance on costly diesel generators.
By Chris Wood • Nov. 30, 2016 -
New Gramercy District renderings revealed as tech partner joins smart city team
More investors, technology developers and construction firms are entering the smart city arena.
By Chris Wood • Nov. 30, 2016 -
Los Angeles Metro pays Kiewit $300M in settlement of freeway construction controversy
The 10-mile project opened in 2014 with a price tag of $1.6 billion — 55% higher than the initial estimate.
By Kim Slowey • Nov. 30, 2016 -
Trump selects Elaine Chao as transportation secretary
Chao, who previously served as labor secretary under George W. Bush, will likely play a key role in President-elect Donald Trump's $1 trillion infrastructure proposal.
By Emily Peiffer • Nov. 29, 2016 -
Booming UT construction market drives Salt Lake City airport renovation costs up $350M
Strong building activity in the region has resulted in higher labor and material bids.
By Kim Slowey • Nov. 29, 2016 -
Agency calls for massive infrastructure spending to boost global economy
The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development also warned that protectionist trade rules could harm global growth.
By Kim Slowey • Nov. 29, 2016 -
Buy America provisions in Trump's infrastructure plan could disrupt US-Canada trade relations
President-elect Donald Trump's $1 trillion proposal references provisions that could prevent Canadian companies from providing materials for U.S. infrastructure.
By Kim Slowey • Nov. 29, 2016
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