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Transportation Industry Hails Biden’s Infrastructure Plan

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Transportation leaders are praising President Biden’s newly announced infrastructure plan as a win for the transportation industry. Leaders within the

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Water 

Increasing Snowmelt in Winter A Threat to Water Supply

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More snow is melting during winter across the West, a concerning trend that could impact everything from ski conditions to

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New This Week Water 

EPA Announces $67M Funding For Stormwater Management

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WASHINGTON (April 1, 2021) — Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the availability of $67 million in grant funding through the

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Feature In This Issue 

Deep Canyon Bridge Construction in Idaho

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The new and improved Manning Crevice Bridge is only the seventh of its kind in the world By Brian Alvarado

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Feature In This Issue Infrastructure 

The Buckeye State’s New Bridge

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The Dublin Link is the longest single tower “S” shaped suspension bridge in the world  By Sophia Acevedo For decades, residents

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Featured Interview In This Issue 

Megan O’Callaghan, Deputy City Manager/COO, City of Dublin

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City Official and engineer for the Dublin Link bridge project reflects on the project and what’s to come American Infrastructure:

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In This Issue Infrastructure 

Prioritizing Our Nation’s Infrastructure

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How the nation can approach 2021 in infrastructure funding By  Manuel H. Lazerov The election is behind us, and a

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Governor's Message In This Issue 

Prioritizing Broadband Infrastructure in 2021

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South Dakota’s governor proposes to invest $100 million to provide better broadband access By Governor Kristi Noem  As America’s founders

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Feature In This Issue Transportation 

Restoring Roads in Nashville

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The I-440 serves as an important route for connecting different parts of the city. By Sophia Acevedo  Roads are essential

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In This Issue Infrastructure 

Construction Industry Forecast For 2021

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There are four key factors to keep in mind when thinking about the future of the construction industry By John

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In This Issue Transportation 

Adapting Transportation Systems in 2021

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A proactive and reactive approach is needed to address transportation systems in 2021 By Malcolm Dougherty After a year of

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In This Issue Infrastructure 

Building for 2021 and Beyond

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Public works and infrastructure in the 117th Congress By Mary Joyce Ivers and Scott D. Grayson As the 117th Congress

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In This Issue Infrastructure 

Changes in Critical Infrastructure in 2021

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Lessons from this past year are vital to take into the new year By Mark Ray At the time of

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City Official's Message In This Issue 

Philadelphia’s Path to Zero

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Philadelphia will invest in safer roads and transportation through the Vision Zero Action Plan By Mayor Jim Kenney Philadelphians have

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In This Issue New This Week 

Jan/Feb 2021 Publisher’s Note for American Infrastructure Magazine

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Hello Readers in Print and Online, I hope your 2021 is off to a great beginning. Wishing you the best

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In This Issue New This Week 

Jan/Feb 2021 Editor’s Note for American Infrastructure Magazine

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Hello Readers in print and online,  Welcome to 2021 (and good riddance to 2020). We are delighted to show you

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In This Issue Water 

Congress Must Support Water Utilities and Customers

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Coronavirus relief legislation is needed to address significant revenue losses By Charles Stevens  The country’s approximately 50,000 drinking water and

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In This Issue Industry Observations 

Resilient Infrastructure is on the Rise for 2021

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The landscape of our nation points to an emphasis on improving infrastructure and a cleaner environment By Brian Alvarado As

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In This Issue Infrastructure Technology 

Construction & Engineering Trends for 2021

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 Engineering and construction companies adapt to the ongoing impacts of the pandemic with digital investments and partnership approaches By Michelle

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New This Week 

President Joe Biden Signs Executive Orders Focusing on Clean Energy

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On Wednesday, President Joe Biden has signed executive orders that are focusing on climate change and clean energy. According to

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New This Week 

NDOT Breaks Ground on $155 Million Final Centennial Bowl Phase in Northwest Las Vegas

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New Project Estimated to Create Nearly 1,700 Local Jobs LAS VEGAS, NEV. – The Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) today

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Feature Transportation 

Standing Out in 2020

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 The City of Seattle balanced a quick response to COVID-19 while continuing to prioritize infrastructure. By Sophia Acevedo Many major

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Feature Transportation 

Massive Makeover in Milwaukee

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The multimillion-dollar project improves safety on the busiest and largest interchange in Wisconsin By Brian Alvarado A major component in

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Feature Water 

New York City’s Largest Wastewater Plant

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The Newtown Creek Water Resource Recovery Facility provides clean water to upwards of 1 million people By Brian Alvarado Built

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Feature In This Issue Transportation 

Channeling a New Era on the Outer Banks

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The Marc Basnight Bridge is designed to provide a 100-year service life, addressing the many problems of its predecessor By

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Feature Water 

Solutions For A 100-Year Problem

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The City of Dallas created the Able Pump Station to remedy this issue of its past By Sophia Acevedo Aging

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City Official's Message Featured Interview In This Issue 

The AI Interview: Jenny Durkan, Mayor of Seattle

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Mayor Jenny Durkan addresses how Seattle overcame challenges in 2020 AI:Congratulations on being our Municipality of the Year? What do

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In This Issue Water 

California’s Critical Role in Promoting Clean Water Infrastructure

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Funding is needed in order to maintain clean water projects By Adam Link Clean water infrastructure in California is big.

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In This Issue Industry Observations 

2020: The Year of Redirection for Infrastructure

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COVID-19 may have deterred significant progress in infrastructure, but it has moved us toward the right goals. By Sophia Acevedo

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In This Issue Water 

Low Risk of Coronavirus for Wastewater Workers

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WEF discusses the results of their study on the risks of coronavirus in the wastewaster industry By Andrew Sanderson The

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In This Issue Infrastructure Technology 

New Opportunities to Close the Digital Divide

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The pandemic highlighted the need for improved broadband infrastructure in rural areas. By Clarence Anthony In the wake of this

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In This Issue Transportation 

High Speed Rail is Moving Forward in 2021

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Its America’s turn to reap the benefits of high speed rail projects.  By Andrew Kunz As a new era emerges

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New This Week 

2021 Outlook for U.S. Transportation Infrastructure

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According to a Fitch Ratings outlook report for ports, toll roads an airports, U.S. transportation infrastructure will face a mixed

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In This Issue Infrastructure 

Visionary Infrastructure Initiatives in 2020

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While waiting on Congress to create a national infrastructure bill, several cities have begun significant infrastructure initiatives this year By

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In This Issue Infrastructure 

Taking A Look at 2020 Infrastructure Legislation

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Congress provided some funding throughout the year, but a national infrastructure plan is needed. By Tom Smith Between a global

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New This Week 

Evluma’s Build-Your-Own Acorn is an Affordable Answer to Decorative Streetlight LED Upgrades

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Evluma announces the release of Build-Your-Own Acorn; a full-fixture, decorative streetlight replacement solution that includes the customer’s choice of acorn

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Infrastructure 

Numerous infrastructure projects expected in early 2021

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By Mary Scott Nabers As public officials begin to look at 2021, many are preparing to launch large infrastructure projects.

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New This Week 

From Adventure to Package Delivery, Ford Adds New Recreational and Business Options for 2021 Transit Customers

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America’s best-selling van, the Ford Transit, is being updated with a new 2021 model as recreational vehicle demand has increased

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Water 

Six Steps to Better Stormwater Management

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Learn tips from a stormwater management expert to improve your process and lessen environmental impact. By Tim Ham While COVID-19

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In This Issue Infrastructure 

Green Flows to Green

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COVID-19 and the climate is accelerating use of natural infrastructure in urban areas By Erik J. Meyers and Mark Cason

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In This Issue Water 

A Pipeline to Economic Recovery

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Investments in water infrastructure would create jobs, raise wages and protect health By Katie Henderson Many Americans are paying closer

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City Official's Message In This Issue 

Rising to the Challenge in Denver

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Denver is creating new ideas and programs in response to COVID-19 By Eulois Cleckley Although our recent public health crisis

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City Official's Message In This Issue 

Utilizing Infrastructure Initiatives

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The City of Columbus is partaking in two major city initiatives that will shape innovative, safe and inclusive mobility planning

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City Official's Message In This Issue 

On the Front Lines: Keeping Atlanta Safe

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The DPW has continued essential functions to maintain the city’s cleanliness and safety By James A. Jackson, The City of

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Governor's Message In This Issue 

Investing in a National Infrastructure Plan

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The federal government needs to prioritize infrastructure By Governor Larry Hogan For decades, the success of the American economy and

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Governor's Message In This Issue 

Fighting COVID-19 in California

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Governor Gavin Newsom and his administration have been posed with the monumental challenge of leading the state through a pandemic

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In This Issue Infrastructure 

Presidential Vision for Infrastructure Up for Debate

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September’s presidential debate tees up an opportunity for the candidates to showcase their vision for the infrastructure we want and

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Governor's Message In This Issue 

Rebuilding Kansas’ Foundation

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To reimagine the state’s infrastructure, Kansans must work together By Governor Laura Kelly The Kansas state motto, “Ad Astra per

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City Official's Message In This Issue 

Taking on COVID-19 in Phoenix

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The city of Phoenix develops a new strategy to address the pandemic locally. By Ginger Spencer If you were to

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In This Issue Infrastructure 

Taking a Bold Stance in U.S. Infrastructure

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Data shows that COVID-19 has greatly impacted the nation’s infrastructure By Emily Feenstra All corners of American life and business

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In This Issue Infrastructure 

Mid-year update: Engineering & Construction Trends

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Adapting to the impact of COVID-19 with new project opportunities and acceleration of trends like prefabrication and modularization By Michelle

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Energy In This Issue 

Transforming the Transportation Industry

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Clean Energy is pushing the needle toward a more resilient, sustainable future with renewable natural gas By Brian Alvarado With

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In This Issue Water 

The AI Interview: Diane VanDe Hei, CEO of the Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies

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Executive shares how water investments will assure health and safety of our nation’s communities American Infrastructure: The COVID-19 outbreak has

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Governor's Message In This Issue Uncategorized 

Strategies in the Show-Me State

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Infrastructure investments have helped Missouri move forward By Governor Mike Parson When I became Missouri’s 57th governor on June 1,

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Feature In This Issue Transportation 

Supporting Better Travel

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The Russell Street Bridge project makes way for safer access to movement By Sophia Acevedo Bridges serve as an essential

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In This Issue Infrastructure 

Where Do We Go from Here?

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Public Works brings a sense of normalcy to our nation By Mary Joyce Ivers and Scott D. Grayson As leaders

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Business Unusual

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How the Maine transportation system is navigating the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond By Bruce Van Note Social distancing was practiced

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Feature In This Issue Water 

Stormwater Solutions in Seattle

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The Murray Wet Weather Facility reduces untreated CSOs into Puget Sound By Brian Alvarado For 60 years during heavy rain,

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In This Issue Industry Observations 

Kicking COVID to the Curb

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Governments and agencies are taking proactive approaches to address infrastructure during the pandemic By Brian Alvarado With 2020 more than

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Feature In This Issue Transportation 

California’s New “Postcard” Bridge

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  The Gerald Desmond Bridge will be replaced by a new more efficient bridge By Sophia Acevedo The Port of

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In This Issue Infrastructure 

Rebuilding Rural America

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Investing in rural infrastructure helps strengthen the national economy By U.S. Secretary of Transportation Elaine L. Chao Rural America is

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