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Webster Groves moves to design phase for new aquatic center

Missouri – The Webster Groves City Council is moving toward an $11 million replacement for the Webster Groves Aquatic Center. City officials hope to take the project to a bond election in April 2024. The project will include a Class B Swimming Pool,
September 6, 2023
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New hospitals greenlit for Amarillo, Wichita Falls

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is searching for design firms for a $452 million replacement hospital in Wichita Falls and a new $159 million facility in Amarillo. The Texas Legislature recently approved funding for both hospitals. The North Texas
September 1, 2023

Galveston wharf improvements needed to house educational ship

In 2020, the U.S. Congress approved $390 million to fund the construction of a National Security Multi-Mission Vessel (NSMV) and assigned the watercraft to the Texas A&M Maritime Academy at Texas A&M University at Galveston. The ship needs a place to reside in
September 1, 2023

Fort Worth Economic Development Partnership announces inaugural board

Recently, the Fort Worth executive board introduced a new, privately funded nonprofit, the Fort Worth Economic Development Partnership (FWEDP), as a partnership to boost economic growth in the city. A board of 11 executives will lead the nonprofit, each bringing experience from
September 1, 2023

Texas town proposes multiple infrastructure projects

The Elm Town Council includes six major projects in its 2023-2024 proposed budget. The $152 million budget furthers projects to expand emergency response resources, roadway enhancements, water infrastructure improvements and upgrades to community amenities.  Fire and police resources  New fire and police
September 1, 2023

UT San Antonio campus enters design phase

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) San Pedro II project received approval to proceed with design development and construction. The University of Texas System Board of Regents selected two architecture firms and gave the go-ahead to prepare the site for
September 1, 2023

2023 Texas Women’s Hall of Fame inductees announced

Selected for their outstanding achievements and their impact on Texas history, eight Texas women will be inducted into the Texas Women’s Hall of Fame. These eight prominent figures were nominated by their peers for their accomplishments in their respective fields, including business,
September 1, 2023

California allocates $239 million for housing projects

California – California officials announced $239 million in Infill Infrastructure Grants (IIG) to seven communities across the state. Under the program, grants are available as gap funding for infrastructure and other capital improvements necessary for specific residential or mixed-use infill development proposals. Eligible applicants
August 30, 2023

Design phase continues on $200M Duke Energy Convention Center

Ohio – Developers are currently in the design phase and hope to have renderings available in early September for the Duke Energy Convention Center. The facility will receive an 18-month renovation.  Upgrades to the convention center are part of a $200 million project to rebuild the
August 30, 2023