Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, has launched a new department dedicated to improving service delivery, resource optimization and community service. The Office of Innovation, Strategy and Performance (OISP) will oversee operational excellence, prioritizing work that...
As federal lawmakers reconcile a new budget for fiscal year 2025 (FY25) and beyond, a flurry of budget and tax cuts will highlight the next year of federal U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) funding. As priorities shift, reevaluating the FY25 transportation...
The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse (UW-La Crosse) will spend $58.5 million to renovate its recreation center. Construction on the Mitchell Hall renovation project is expected to begin in May 2028. The project will prioritize: Replacing the building’s HVAC system...
Jennifer Cowley, Ph.D. President, The University of Texas at Arlington My public career highlights and education: I’ve been UTA’s president since 2022 as well as a professor of public affairs and planning. I previously held leadership positions at the University of...
Grant applications are open through May 22 for Alabama’s $1.4 billion allocation from the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) Program. The initiative, administered by the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA), targets last-mile...
Higher education institutions slowed campus renovations and capital spending in 2024, a new report finds. Construction data and research firm Gordian is unveiling the next installment of The State of Facilities in Higher Education—a comprehensive needs-based analysis...
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has made a series of sweeping appointments to multiple Boards of Trustees (BOT) across the state’s higher education systems. A notable appointment to the state’s education leadership is Paul Renner to the Board of Governors of the State...
Governmental entities are stressed… there is no doubt about that! Ongoing changes under the Trump administration are creating heightened uncertainty, placing added pressure on both public officials across all levels of government and private sector leaders...
Creating and strengthening task forces focused on artificial intelligence is the latest trend at state legislatures across the country. Whether building on previous efforts or initiating something new, the most recent legislative pushes in West Virginia, Illinois and...
Maine is planning billions of dollars for infrastructure projects to improve, maintain and modernize the state’s transportation system over the next three years. The Maine Department of Transportation (MaineDOT) has unveiled an updated work plan for transportation...
The city of Corpus Christi will invest $5.2 million to address homelessness and make critical park improvements. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) awarded Corpus Christi grants to support underserved residents battling homelessness and to make...
Julie Parsley CEO Pedernales Electric Cooperative Public career highlights and education: I have served as CEO of Pedernales Electric Cooperative (PEC) since December 2017. Prior to PEC, I was commissioner on the Public Utility Commission (PUC) of Texas, and before...
Austin Energy recently conducted a study on the feasibility of undergrounding the city’s expansive overhead electrical distribution line system. After receiving the results, the utility determined that placing all the city’s lines underground would cost $50...
Southern Methodist University (SMU) has selected Rachel Davis Mersey to take over as its next vice president and provost. She most recently served as executive vice president and provost of The University of Texas (UT) at Austin. Mersey has been with the university...
The city of Midland has launched an interactive online tool to keep residents in the loop about the latest projects, developments and strategic vision. Vision Midland will provide a critical bridge between the city’s residents and the government, offering a roadmap of...
The city of Georgetown will spend $15.8 million to improve Leander Road. The improvements are part of an ongoing safety and mobility enhancement initiative and will predominantly involve upgrading the roadway and expanding non-motorized traveler amenities....
The Texas Senate has approved a priority bill to harden the state’s electrical grid, advancing solutions to ensure residents will benefit from fewer outages, greater flexibility and enhanced resilience. Power demand on the Texas grid is at an all-time high, and only...
The city of San Antonio will invest $38.3 million into a series of roadway, drainage and railroad improvement projects. The Toepperwein Road project will cost a total of $14.8 million. Plans call for implementing roadway improvements along the route between...
Hospitals and specialized health care services in rural areas and small towns have been declining for many years, and that has become a serious concern. Financial stress is the primary reason for the decline. The federal government has provided financial support for...
Southern California’s rail network is facing ongoing threats that could significantly impact vital rail-based travel and safety across the region. Without emergency action from the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA), the rail service will likely be...
State efforts to enhance energy efficiency through dedicated programs are having a noticeable effect on cost-saving measures and pollution reduction. According to the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE), states collectively invested $8.8 billion...
The drive for state efficiency has swept the nation in the wake of the federal Department of Government Efficiency’s (DOGE) efforts to streamline operations and cut costs. While many states have either begun or already launched their own versions of DOGE to reform the...
The Mendota Mental Health Institute (MMHI) will spend $19.9 million to improve its facilities, prioritizing upgrades to key utilities. Construction is expected to begin in October 2025. The project will be located at MMHI and the Central Wisconsin Center (CWC). Due to...
Reyes Medrano, Jr. City Manager Tolleson, Arizona My public career highlights and education: I received a master’s degree in educational psychology and human relations from Northern Arizona University. One of my greatest professional joys has been collaborating with...
In an ongoing effort to combat climate change, New York has made $80 million available to support local climate resiliency projects. Selected applicants will receive aid from up to three programs to develop nature-based and green infrastructure projects that will...
