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Widening Roads for Future Growth

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I-70 in the Denver metro area required highway expansion to continue to serve the connected communities and enhance commuter daily

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Road Construction Expands into Community Enrichment

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Orange County Public Works partnered with the City of Costa Mesa to reconstruct roadway pavements, improve water-drainage and create an

In This Issue Infrastructure Sustainable Solutions

The AI Interview: Anthony Kane, CEO, Institute of Sustainable Infrastructure

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Executive introduces us to ISI and shares his insight on what sustainable infrastructure really is. American Infrastructure: For our readers

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Building a Better Baltimore

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How Baltimore’s infrastructure projects are putting the charm back in charm city. By Dr. Jason W. Mitchell In May, the

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Publisher’s Note: September 2021

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Hello Readers, in print and online, Summer 2021 slips into fall with a bang and a roar; wildfires burning out

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The Road Ahead for Infrastructure & Public Works

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The Senate’s passage of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act is an encouraging step forward. By Scott D. Grayson The

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The Look Ahead for LA Infrastructure

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What does the Infrastructure Bill mean for Los Angeles? By Teresa Villegas Los Angeles, founded in 1781, with over 462

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The Need for Cybersecurity Modernization

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We can prevent cybercrime and mitigate legacy system risk in infrastructure construction with cloud-based platform solutions. By Si Katara If

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Renewable Energy, Microgrids and Conservation

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A step toward climate resilience in the water and energy sectors. By Ryan Waterman If you are in the business

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Infrastructure Investments Provide Pathway to Economic Prosperity

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Denver’s DOTI is finding new and creative ways to deliver an ambitious slate of infrastructure improvement projects. By Adam Phipps

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Editor’s Note September/October 2021

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Dear readers, With a major vote happening on Sept. 27, the importance of infrastructure has climbed its way onto the

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Connecting the Dots: Building the Future We want for Our Kids and Our Communities

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Wisconsin is working to bring our infrastructure into the 21st century and pave the way to a stronger future. By

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Keep the Momentum Moving

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The major infrastructure bill is making its way through Congress, but much more work is still to be done. By

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The AI Interview: Daniel Parker, Indianapolis Public Works Director

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Parker gives an update on how Indianapolis has approached public works in recent months in regards to funding, delivery time

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Bipartisan Solutions for Water Infrastructure

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Congress and the White House must find a bipartisan solution on water infrastructure legislation. By Evan Pratt As the debate

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Reinvesting in Rural America

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Will the pandemic spur the awakening our rural heartland needs to build its American Dream? By Jim King America has

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PWX Returns for 2021

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Join APWA at PWX in St. Louis to help solve America’s infrastructure challenges. By Scott Grayson After cancelling our three

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Cash Flow to Keep the Water Flowing

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EPA invites communities to apply for innovative, flexible water infrastructure financing. By Andrew Sawyers In communities across the nation, drinking

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Publisher’s Note: July/August 2021

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Hello Readers, in print and online, Since we last updated you in the May/June issue, our cover featured an illustration

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Revamping Mississippi Infrastructure

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Ports and rail systems are two vital infrastructure components for The Hospitality State. By Governor Tate Reeves When Mississippi was

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Perseverance in the Face of Adversity

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City of Austin Capital Projects construction hardly misses a beat during the pandemic. By Richard Mendoza The Public Works Department,

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Editor’s Note: July/August 2021

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Dear Readers in print and online, As vaccinations continue to rollout and restrictions across the country begin to ease, infrastructure

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Containing CSOs in Kentucky

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The Rowan Pump Station is the deepest submersible pump station in Kentucky. By Brian Alvarado Located in Louisville, Ky., the

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Improving Our Infrastructure

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Five steps to get America above average. By Nick Kittle The American Society of Civil Engineers released the 2021 Report

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Sea Cave Stabilization in San Diego County

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An award-winning sea cave stabilization project saved an at-risk tourist attraction in Southern California. By Brian Alvarado Photos by TerraCosta

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Anticipating an Infrastructure Package

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As Congress decides on the terms and figures of a new infrastructure package, the benefits and challenges may impact the

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Putting the Nation First

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A bipartisan plan has been reached. Now it’s time for all government leaders to pass it through Congress before it’s

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Improving Interstate 4

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The I-4 Ultimate project reconstructs Florida’s iconic highway from the ground up. By Brian Alvarado Photos by FDOT Originally constructed in

Pure Water Monterey Groundwater Replenishment Project

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Solving Water Supply Woes

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The Pure Water Monterey Groundwater Replenishment Project helps Monterey County combat limited, local water resources. By Brian Alvarado Photos Courtesy

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A New Route Comes to Indiana

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Construction on the final section of the I-69 project brings Hoosiers closer to an improved driving experience. By Alexa Moreno

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2021: Water Infrastructure’s Moment

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The stars are aligning for 2021 to be a historic year for water infrastructure investment By Scott Berry Water is

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Investing in Transportation

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Building the infrastructure we need requires that we target much more of our investments on transportation, such as transit, inter-city

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The Evolution of the Definition of Infrastructure

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As Congress ponders an infrastructure bill, systemic changes are obvious By Mary Scott Nabers While industry and public officials wait

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Collaboration and Innovation Keep Dallas Running

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The City of Dallas’ infrastructure initiatives and projects are collaborative, innovative, and strategic By Dr. Robert M. Perez As municipalities

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Keep Infrastructure Negotiations Alive

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Congressional leaders must work together to tackle infrastructure for the betterment of the nation By Kathy Maness The infrastructure buzz

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The AI Interview: David Ige, Governor of Hawai’i

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Gov. David Ige reflects on the state of Hawai’i’s infrastructure and their path to post-pandemic recovery American Infrastructure: As we

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Banking on Bipartisanship

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Policymakers from all sides of the spectrum must prioritize bipartisanship to agree to a major infrastructure bill By Brian Alvarado

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Solving the Stormwater Challenge

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Stormwater sector survey highlights $8.5 billion annual funding gap By Rebecca Arvin-Colón Municipalities across the U.S. work to maintain stormwater

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The AI Interview: Mary Joyce Ivers, President of the American Public Works Association, and Scott Grayson, Chief Executive Officer of the American Public Works Association

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Two industry experts highlight the need to include public works

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National League of Cities: Focusing on Local Government and Communities

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For over 90 years, the National League of Cities (NLC) has been uniting leaders from local governments all across the

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Preparing for the Future

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Investing in infrastructure also triggers the need for a skilled public works workforce By Tyler Palmer T he need for

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Adapting Infrastructure for the Modern World

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The nation’s infrastructure systems need to face its other two challenges: climate change and a dwindling workforce. By Alexa Moreno

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Minimizing Risk of The Most Important Resource

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The Lakes & Stormwater Division of Lakeland ensures safety of its water By Brian Alvarado Water is one of the

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Protecting America’s Water

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Remote monitoring helps keep employees safe while mitigating emergencies By Greg Jackson According to the American Water Works Association, with

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Keeping Water Crystal Clear

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Oak Harbor Clean Water Facility provides clean water for a better ecosystem The Oak Harbor Clean Water Facility (OHCWF) located

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Planning Your Development’s Stormwater

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Requirements for post-construction stormwater management during new and re-development By Richard Haimann Most cities, towns, municipalities, incorporated areas, and some