City of Austin considering pedestrian-focused reimagining of Congress Avenue
Part of the plan sees portions Congress Avenue between Seventh and 11th Streets being converted into public plazas.
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National Park Service announces $254.7 million in grants for local parks
The program is a nationwide, competitive matching grant initiative that supports underserved urban communities with limited access to nearby outdoor recreation.
New York investing $200 million in downtown revitalization
Cities must submit a letter of intent to become a pro-housing community prior to applying for funding.
Tempe asking voters for $581.5 million to fix roadways, develop affordable housing
Voters are being asked to approve the bonds to pay for roadway improvements, affordable housing, and public safety upgrades.
California grants $789 million to transit-oriented affordable housing projects
Projects will help further the state’s mission to provide more affordable housing options to residents and generate lower greenhouse gas emissions in low-income communities.
California invests $90.8 million into wildfire preparedness initiatives
Over the past five years, CAL FIRE has distributed more than $450 million to projects that seek to mitigate wildfire risks across the state
Baton Rouge seeks RFPs for new downtown master plan
Plan will focus on developing residential opportunities, enhancing riverfront, improving infrastructure and connectivity, attracting new restaurants and businesses
Commerce Department awards $184 million to revitalize distressed communities
Grants part directed at revitalizing communities by expanding access to high-paying jobs
Ohio tabs $107 million to prepare brownfields for redevelopment
Funds will help with assessment and cleanup of industrial, commercial and institutional sites that are abandoned, idled or underutilized
Ohio program allocates millions to demolish unused buildings
Initiative assists communities in redeveloping dilapidated commercial and residential buildings and revitalizing surrounding areas to attract investments
