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Chicago DOT launches pilot program to install mobile imaging technology for enhanced roadside safety

The Smart Street Pilot Program will allow the city to install cameras on city poles, city-owned vehicles and Chicago Transit Authority buses.

November 18, 2024

Sacramento asking voters to approve bonds to support schools, fire district on Election Day

This round of bond measures looks to enhance Sacramento schools’ safety, facilities and workforce as well as supporting local emergency services’ operations.

November 1, 2024

Tennessee using $39 million to improve dangerous roadways, intersections

The state will use the funds to build safe pathways for pedestrians, update old street markings and improve intersections.

October 31, 2024

San Francisco asking voters to approve $390 million bond to fund public health, safety initiatives

This article was written using information found in the National Bond Report from Strategic Partnerships, Inc. This comprehensive report features information on every public entity planning to hold a bond election. To purchase this report, click here. The San Francisco Board of

October 25, 2024

South Carolina leverages $30 million to protect residents along dangerous corridors

The funds will be used to enhance pedestrian infrastructure, mitigate crash rates and improve safety along major high-risk roadways across in three cities.

October 25, 2024

Utah upgrading crosswalks with innovative accessible technology

The new radar-enabled crosswalk buttons are triggered by movement, like nodding or waving or activation via an app, to assist pedestrians.

October 21, 2024

Ohio receives $38 million to improve high-crash corridors

The funding will be used to reconstruct interchanges, build roundabouts, develop shared-use pathways and reduce the number of travel lanes

October 7, 2024

NOAA to provide $102 million to increase coastal resilience

Regional associations use data collected by the U.S. Integrated Ocean Observing System to increase coastal community resilience and address climate change.

October 2, 2024

USDA allocating $100 million to fight, prevent wildfires

Projects funded will address a variety of wildfire risks and concerns, ranging from hazardous fuels and biomass reduction to prescribed fire treatments.

September 30, 2024

Kentucky to advance safety measures along hazardous roadways

The state will use the funds to build roundabouts, pedestrian facilities and implement safety measures in high-traffic areas.

September 27, 2024

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