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NY approves $27B MTA improvement plan; Skanska-Posillico awarded $60M track-building contract
Gov. Andrew Cuomo's five-year transit plan is the largest MTA infrastructure investment in the state's history and will utilize the design-build method.
By Kim Slowey • May 25, 2016 -
Embattled CA bullet train project scores 4-year federal extension
The revised grant has drawn the ire of House Republicans who said the Department of Transportation has made too many concessions to rail officials.
By Kim Slowey • May 20, 2016 -
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Report: US government should embrace private sector for infrastructure needs
The Bipartisan Policy Center said P3s can take advantage of the private sector’s capabilities in the areas of construction and maintenance.
By Kim Slowey • May 18, 2016 -
Magic Johnson pivots to infrastructure fund after $1B investment
The former NBA star launched JLC Loop Capital Partners after President Obama promised an influx in government infrastructure spending.
By Kim Slowey • May 16, 2016 -
IA DOT proposes $3.5B bridges and highways 'stewardship' plan
The Iowa Department of Transportation has been conducting a focused bridge repair program, which has seen the number of "structurally deficient" bridges shrink from 256 to 81 since 2006.
By Kim Slowey • May 12, 2016 -
Report: US at risk of $1.44T infrastructure funding shortfall by 2025
As a result of inadequate funding, states are clamoring for federal dollars and coming up with alternative methods to meet their needs.
By Kim Slowey • May 11, 2016 -
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FHWA head: Public, private sectors joining forces to advance project efficiency innovations
Gregory Nadeau, administrator of the Federal Highway Administration, discusses how the Every Day Counts initiative can speed up construction and cut costs on major infrastructure projects.
By Emily Peiffer • May 11, 2016 -
UPDATE: $1.8B MN infrastructure bill fails in Senate by 1 vote
State Democrats said the proposed bill would have funded more than 300 infrastructure and public works projects.
By Kim Slowey • May 9, 2016 -
High-speed rail planners shifting focus to private money after government funding woes
Developers are partnering with international firms who are eager to invest money and technological expertise in U.S. bullet train systems, according to Reuters.
By Kim Slowey • May 6, 2016 -
DOT debuts infrastructure design challenge 'Every Place Counts'
The competition offers local governments a chance to work with experts to change the isolating and economy-killing transportation layouts in their communities.
By Kim Slowey • May 5, 2016 -
CA board approves revised $64B bullet train plan
The changes are considered a way to make up for a funding shortfall and to achieve at least one operating segment.
By Kim Slowey • May 2, 2016 -
Underground innovation: Tunneling technology advancements boost efficiency, cost savings
Changes to tunnel boring machines have made it possible for cities to tunnel in areas that were previously considered unsafe or impassable.
By Kim Slowey • April 26, 2016 -
Purple Line Transit Partners kicks off pre-construction work on $5.6B MD rail project
The Purple Line is one of the biggest public-private partnerships in the country and is only the second to include a private financing component.
By Kim Slowey • April 26, 2016 -
CA rail authority changes route, adds $1B to first phase
Tutor Perini has already submitted a $51.7 million change order and is pricing out at least two more related to project delays.
By Kim Slowey • April 25, 2016 -
NE Gov. signs $450M transportation funding bill
The Nebraska Transportation Innovation Act will fund the completion of state highway projects and launch a bridge repair program.
By Kim Slowey • April 20, 2016 -
UPDATE: MD legislature overrides veto of transportation bill requiring project rankings
Gov. Larry Hogan said the measure "has the potential to once again put Maryland roads and highways on a path of neglect and underinvestment."
By Emily Peiffer , Kim Slowey • April 8, 2016 -
MD approves $5.6B Purple Line light rail contract
Officials expect the Purple Line Transit Partners JV, led by Fluor, to begin construction on the 16.2-mile project in late 2016.
By Kim Slowey • April 7, 2016 -
Report: MD Purple Line construction to require $650M more than proposed
The $5.6 billion contract is one of the largest public-private partnerships in the U.S. and is the second to incorporate private financing.
By Kim Slowey • April 1, 2016 -
Report: CA bullet train's 1st phase could face $400M in change orders
The project has been under a legislative magnifying glass since an LA Times investigation suggested that rail authority officials had not been upfront about its viability or cost.
By Kim Slowey • March 30, 2016 -
Sacramento, CA, weighs funding options for $3.6B infrastructure plan
City officials said they’ll need local assistance for a list of transportation improvements — as state and federal funding has failed to keep up with demand.
By Kim Slowey • March 29, 2016 -
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P3s: A growing alternative with potential to capitalize on 'privatized innovation'
Regulatory issues and a lack of education about public-private partnerships are some of the challenges facing the model, according to experts.
By Kim Slowey • March 23, 2016 -
NCDOT replaces contractor declared in default on road project
The North Carolina Department of Transportation is relying on Devere Construction's performance bond to cover any additional costs related to the company's replacement.
By Kim Slowey • March 16, 2016 -
IN approves $1B in highway, bridge funding
Indiana is the latest in a string of states to unveil major infrastructure plans since the start of 2016.
By Kim Slowey • March 15, 2016 -
PennDOT, PA police clash over infrastructure funds
The state police is tapping into the highway repair fund to support two-thirds of its budget, causing concerns that there soon won't be enough money to improve crumbling infrastructure.
By Kim Slowey • March 15, 2016 -
NYC construction starts soar to $41B, but infrastructure spending not on pace
The phenomenal 2015 growth was led by residential construction, although the highest value projects were three commercial developments in Manhattan.
By Kim Slowey • March 10, 2016
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