$11B transit proposal on November ballot in Cobb County, Georgia
The bond initiative proposes a 1-cent sales tax to support, expand and improve Cobb County’s transit services over the next 30 years.
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MTA seeks approval on $68.4 billion capital improvement plan for NYC area
The plan includes ordering 2,000 railcars, making 60 existing stations accessible, and adding secure fare gates that address safety and accessibility concerns.
Florida investing nearly $20 million into PortMiami climate resilience project
This grant will support the construction of a new elevated Berth 10 bulkhead system aimed at shielding the port’s uplands from flooding and damage caused by rising sea levels.
NYC receives $15 million to expand EV charging network
The EV charging port expansion builds on the city’s existing curbside EV charging pilot that brought 100 chargers to NYC streets.
DHS partnering with port operators to study vulnerabilities, security measures
The project aims to better understand how commercial port operators use information technology and operational technology systems and the resiliency of these systems.
Rural roads facing $198B repair funding backlog and immediate repair needs, report finds
According to the report, 12% of U.S. rural roads are rated in poor condition, while 8% of rural bridges are rated in poor/structurally deficient condition.
West Coast trucking corridor receiving $102 million for clean fuel build out
California is partnering with Oregon and Washington to create a comprehensive zero-emission trucking infrastructure along the entire West Coast to address the challenges of long-haul zero-emission trucking.
DOT awarding $300 million in grants for ferry system upgrades
Ferries are responsible for 56 million trips annually, contributing to the transport of people and goods, stimulating local economies, reducing costs for families, and offering vital transportation links.
Federal Highway Administration allocating $802 million to states for disaster repairs
The program includes funding for continued repairs from damaged caused by hurricanes, flooding, mudslides and severe atmospheric rivers.
DOT awarding nearly $50 million for transit-related infrastructure, housing density
More than 70% of the projects receiving funding involve transit-oriented development and downtown revitalization efforts.
