You may have heard of Lollapalooza, Kidzapalooza, and maybe even Homerpalooza of “The Simpsons” fame, but you might never have heard of Pothole Palooza, a celebration of repair and renewal in Tacoma, Wash. And, of course, who would preside over … Continue reading →
Cones and barrels are among the indications that projects big and small are happening in a municipality, and residents may not give them much thought unless they involve a detour or any other inconvenient change of daily routines. But it’s … Continue reading →
Baytown’s smart investment in concrete pays off Submitted by Cemen Tech By taking concrete production into its own hands, the city of Baytown, Texas, found an innovative way to improve infrastructure, increase productivity and achieve a full return on investment … Continue reading →
The city hall building in Springfield, Mo., is undergoing major renovations for the next couple of years to make it more accessible and functional while also restoring its historic architectural elements. This project has been years in the making. The … Continue reading →
Who wants to think about rats – those pesky, filthy nuisances – invading their cities? But in densely populated cities like Boston, Mass., rat control is something city officials have to confront. The Norway rat, an invasive species brought to … Continue reading →
Revitalizing downtown, including providing more housing downtown, has been a priority for several mayors across the country, including White Plains, N.Y., Mayor Thomas Roach. Roach has been mayor of his city in Westchester County for nearly 14 years. He said … Continue reading →
Thanks to a voter-approved sales tax increase, the city of Watsonville, Calif., is investing in upgrades that will benefit the whole community. Known as Measure R, the half-cent sales tax increase was approved in November 2022 and went into … Continue reading →
Waynesboro, Va., a charming town nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, is a destination for outdoor enthusiasts and art lovers alike. Tourists can take advantage of year-round activities like hiking, scenic drives and fly-fishing. From a cultural … Continue reading →
In a city known for world-class athletes and a celebrated film festival, a one-acre pocket park is drawing new attention. What began as a dirt jump park nearly 20 years ago reopened in September as Creekside Bike Park with a … Continue reading →
Little Rock, Ark.’s, Project Impact started in 2022 and reengaged this year. It has been impacting areas of the city not even targeted for work while also affecting Little Rock’s overall crime rate. Little Rock’s Chief of Staff Kendra Pruitt … Continue reading →
In February, Portage, Wis., residents voted overwhelmingly in favor of implementing a fire department-based EMS service. They even had a leader who could put the idea in motion: Fire Chief, Troy Haase, who had been awarded First Responder of the … Continue reading →
