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$10 billion available for large-scale bridge projects

State and local governments have until Nov. 27, 2023, to apply for up to $10 billion in federal funds to replace, rehabilitate, protect and preserve large bridges. The grants will come from a Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) program that aids projects of

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Saluting Texas Lone Stars

Cathy Terrell Deputy Executive Director Employees Retirement System of Texas Public career highlights and education: I graduated with a degree in journalism from Texas A&M University and immediately put that degree to work as a reporter and editor for two small-town Texas newspapers.

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Marlin hires Keith Whitfield as their new city manager

The Marlin City Council unanimously approved Keith Whitfield as its city manager. Whitfield is leaving his current position in the city of Daingerfield, where he has served as the city manager for two years. He brings 11 years of public service experience

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Laura Storrs appointed as Amarillo’s interim deputy city manager

Amarillo Interim City Manager Andrew Freeman appointed Laura Storrs to interim deputy city manager Sept. 21. Storrs has worked with the city of Amarillo since 2006, most recently as finance director. As the interim deputy city manager, Storrs will be responsible for fulfilling

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Funding available for strengthening building codes and implementing energy efficiency projects

The Department of Energy (DOE) will make $400 million in federal funds available to help states and communities update building energy codes.

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California highway flood avoidance project receives $155 million in federal funding

California is undertaking a $180 million project to elevate and protect part of State Route 37, a flood-prone highway along the San Francisco area’s North Bay.

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New York issues ‘Buy Clean Concrete’ mandate

Beginning in 2025, the state of New York will require contractors that use concrete mixes for state projects to prove that their environmental impact falls below state-set limits.

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Caltrans invests over $40 million in sustainable, climate-supportive projects

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has awarded $41.6 million in planning grants to 90 projects designed to reduce pollution and improve preparedness for natural disasters.

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Funding available for implementing energy efficiency projects

The Department of Energy (DOE) will make $400 million in federal funds available to help states and communities update building energy codes. State officials interested in the funding must submit letters of intent by Nov. 21.

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PEOPLE ON THE MOVE

Wyoming – The Casper City Council appointed Ray Pacheco as mayor. Pacheco, who succeeds Bruce Knell, previously served as mayor in 2018 and 2022. California – Dr. Robert Verdi was appointed as the Moreno Valley Unified School District’s interim superintendent of school on Sept. 19. Verdi has 18

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