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Really enjoyed Anchin’s “Construction Outlook 2024: Infrastructure, Resiliency, and Other Challenges and Opportunities” event yesterday at CLUB in cooperation with the ACEC New York (American Council of Engineering Companies of New York), the New York Building Congress (NYBC), and the Subcontractors Trade Association (STA). The speakers were great! KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Janno Lieber, Chair and CEO of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) PANELISTS: Carlo Scissura, President and CEO, New York Building Congress (Moderator) Laura Bush, Director of Operations, NYC Metro Region, Consigli Construction Co., Inc. Ian McNamara Senior Vice President, Northeast District Leader, WSP John B. Rice, P.E., LEED AP President & Principal, Legacy Engineers, D.P.C. Kirsten Sibilia, Managing Principal, Dattner Architects Some factoids from Janno’s key note: - The subway’s on-time performance is the best it’s been in 10 years - The MTA is a State Agency and their primary relationship with the City of NY is with the NYC Police Department and subway crime is less than it was before COVID -The MTA’s budget is $55B over 5 years (2020-2024) and is about to get a $5B bump from the Feds. - The MTA is worth a trillion and a half dollars He also mentioned that there will be serious consequences if we don’t implement congestion pricing and urged us all to support it. He also thanked us for supporting investment in transportation infrastructure, which is one of my favorite deeds - so I thank you too! The panelists touched on several trends but the topic that dominated was housing. Kirsten’s comments were particularly interesting to me - she shared how she is seeing a lot of pent up demand from housing developers. She also mentioned that she sees mixed-use developments (that include healthcare, schools, retail, near to transportation) as recipes for success. Agreed! Was great to see David Koren, Jennifer Rice Stone, Mindy Horowitz, PG, Giancarlo Sapio, Alanna Draudt! #Anchin #ConstructionOutlook #Transportation #Engineering #Construction

There is still time to register for next week’s event: Closing the Gap – Unleashing Economic Potential through Strategic Land Uses and Infrastructure. Join us at Market Hall on Tuesday, May 28, 5:30 to 7 p.m. The evening will include a presentation from urban planning thought-leader Joe Minicozzi, the Principal of Urban3, a leading geoaccounting and land value economics firm. Expert panel discussion moderated by Michael Papadacos, P.Eng., Director of Asset Management and Capital Planning with the City of Peterborough featuring: ☑James Jorgensen, Senior Partner with GEI Consulting ☑ Paul Bennett, President of Ashburnham Realty ☑ Jamey Coughlin, Director of Business Expansion and Attraction with Peterborough and the Kawarthas Economic Development. A post-panel Q&A with participants from the expert panel plus Brad Appleby, Director of Planning, Development and Urban Design with the City of Peterborough. Register online at https://lnkd.in/eZ4EZpnP. “This will be an engaging and informative session whether you’re a developer, a builder, a planner or someone who is interested in the future of the City of Peterborough’s infrastructure management and fiscal sustainability, we encourage you to join us on May 28,” said Michael Papadacos, the Director of Asset Management and Capital Planning with the City of Peterborough. “Like many cities across Canada and North America, our community is facing a massive infrastructure funding gap, and it is critically important to understand what factors are driving this predicament so we can start making land use decisions that will start closing this gap.” #UrbanPlanning #UrbanDesign #EconomicDevelopment #LandUsePlanning #AssetManagement #Infrastructure #TeamPtbo #ImaginePeterborough2080

A new op-ed from Carlo Scissura on capital process reform is out today in the New York Daily News. "New York faces several overlapping generational challenges: economic, as our central business districts find their footing for the work-from-home era; and existential, as the reality of climate change encroaches on our shores and comes up into our basements, streets, and subway tunnels through the pipes below... There is something Albany can do: Get capital process reform passed at last, as part of a suite of recommendations to hasten infrastructure delivery." Read the full op-ed here: https://lnkd.in/dcD3qGZ6

On Jan 30, the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (#RIPTA) Board approved contract award to Next Wave Rhode Island Partners for a the first phase preliminary services of a Progressive P3 for a new joint development transit center in Providence, Rhode Island. The project involves the design, construction, financing, operation and maintenance of a modern, new transit hub, as well as a value-capture integrated transit oriented development (TOD) that will contribute to sustainable and equitable economic development, as well as transportation demand management for the benefit of the community. Next Wave is comprised of Gilbane Development Company, Gilbane Building Company, Plenary Americas, and Marsella Development, with the support of CUBE 3 and Jacobs Engineering, among others. This is RIPTA's first joint development transit project, as well as its first-ever use of a progressive P3 contracting process. Advisors to RIPTA included Nixon Peabody, WSP and Illuminati Infrastructure Advisors. The first phase preliminary services period will involve extensive public outreach, as well as progressive design and engineering development, financial structuring, commercial scoping, etc. #P3 #fta #TOD #transit #RIPTA #projectfinance #infrastructure #infrastructureprojects #infrastructurefinance #alternativefinance #publicprivatepartnerships #infrastructureinvestment #jointdevelopmentproject

'London remains the best city in the world' and on balance, Tim Chapman FREng is right. As most of the industry were negotiating trains to Leeds last Monday, there was a full house at the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) to hear the findings of the 'State of the City - London report ' that outlined the priorities for the Greater London Authority and Mayor of London Sadiq Khan in ensuring that London retains its prominence both nationally and globally. The report recommends prioritising the decarbonisation of Londons housing stock and transportation systems. It suggests that incentives should given to retrofit our homes to make them more energy efficient whilst working with the construction industry to develop the skills needed to undertake these works. For Transportation as well as integrating better active travel infrastructure we should also consider how the boroughs could work together to incorporate both small and large scale logistics facilities to support low carbon last mile delivery. What was refreshing to see in this report was that it recommended spending both private and public sector funds on improving the infrastructure that London already has, adapting it to reflect our current and future needs across the entire city , rather then on insisting on spending limited funds on delivering new capital projects that relatively, will have an impact on far less of the communities of the city. Shaped and compiled by : Claire R. of Bectel, Steve Lee and Rajesh Pathak of Jacobs, Oana Sala of Expedition Engineering Ltd and Tim Chapman FREng of Boston Consulting Group (BCG) To read and download the full State of the City - London report, visit https://lnkd.in/e8uKY6wu

Recent Highlights in Connecticut's Construction Sector: - The rejuvenation of the Hartford Waterfront continues to make strides, with the latest phase securing a crucial $12 million in state funding. The project is set to enhance accessibility and boost commercial activity. - Stamford's skyline is poised for change as local authorities approve the development of a 30-story building, promising new residential and retail spaces and creating an estimated 350+ construction jobs. - Connecticut's commitment to sustainable building practices is reinforced by the initiation of a LEED-certified commercial complex in New Haven, signaling a positive trend towards environmentally-friendly construction. - Infrastructure development is on the uptick with the announcement of a $250 million highway expansion project in Fairfield County designed to alleviate traffic congestion and improve commuter safety. - The state's dedication to educational facilities is evident from the completion of the state-of-the-art science center at a major university in Storrs, marking a cornerstone for academic and research advancement. 🏗️ 🛣️ 🌱 🧱 🎓 Stay informed, stay ahead - let's continue building a stronger Connecticut. #ConstructionUpdates #InfrastructureGrowth #SustainableBuilding

Informative event at the NATIONAL BROWNFIELD INSTITUTE today where Leaders, including Andy Street, Mark Farmer and the Leader of Solihull Council, Clr Ian Courts discussed the new Homes for the Future Strategy which brings together two distinct elements: a clear ambition for building zero carbon homes and the region’s proven capabilities in advanced manufacturing. Using the latest digital technologies and innovations in construction, the Future Homes Strategy aims to build more energy efficient, warmer, healthier, sustainable homes while creating brand new business, investment, and job opportunities. Nationally, the Government has set out a clear plan for challenging the construction industry to embrace the building of energy-efficient, resilient, zero-carbon homes through planned changes to Building Regulations in 2025 (the Government’s ‘Future Homes Standard’). The Government is also incentivising new building techniques through requirements set out in major funding programmes such as the Affordable Housing Programme, now run in the West Midlands by West Midlands Combined Authority and Homes England following the 2023 Devolution Deal. Andy Street also announced that there will also be an additional £200m of public money available to support future developments. O'Brien Contractors Ltd have always been at the forefront of innivotive solutions to improve productivity and consider ways to decarbonise our operations. We welcome the opportunity to get more involved in the Homes for the Future Strategy and work collaboratively with Local Authorities, Developers and other Stakeholders to help drive it forward across our Region. #wmhomesforthefuture #modernmethodsofconstruction #circulareconomy #netzerocarbon #civilengineering Janet Bayley University of Wolverhampton

CT Group's recent survey on public perceptions towards development states that the most popular place to build new homes is Brownfield sites. Nimbys and Yimbys alike are in agreement that this option is the most favourable. The next most popular place to build new homes is in existing urban areas showing support for densification.    Follow our page for a series of insights on public perceptions on real estate and infrastructure.    CT Group is a global consultancy that combine expertise in research, intelligence, campaigns and advisory services. For more information, please visit ctgroup.com #brownfield #housing #newhomes #planningreform #planning #development #realestate #brownfieldfirst John Walker, Liza Wallace, Wyatt Getty

Exciting Milestone for Baltimore: Rebuilding the Francis Scott Key Bridge Proud to share a significant update for our beloved city posted yesterday. The Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) and the Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (SHA) have secured key federal environmental approvals for the reconstruction of the Francis Scott Key Bridge. The Federal Highway Administration's (FHWA) Categorical Exclusion (CE) classification and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) approval for the I-695 Francis Scott Key Bridge Rebuild Project marks a crucial step forward. This project, led by the unwavering efforts of MDTA, SHA, and the leadership of Governor Wes Moore, will restore a vital link in our interstate system, with significant positive impacts on our community and economy. This approval ensures that the replacement bridge, built within the former bridge’s right-of-way, will have the same capacity of four travel lanes without significant impacts on community, natural, or cultural resources. Key Highlights of the Project: - No significant impacts on planned growth or land use. - No relocations of people or businesses. - Travel patterns will remain consistent with pre-collapse conditions. - No impact on historic or recreational resources. The MDTA has also released a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a $75 million General Engineering Consultant contract. This step further ensures the seamless execution of the project, incorporating strong community engagement and compliance with Disadvantaged Business Enterprise goals. As a Baltimore native, I'm incredibly optimistic about the future this rebuild promises for our city. It symbolizes resilience, connectivity, and progress. Stay tuned for more updates and community events related to the bridge's reconstruction. #BaltimoreStrong #FrancisScottKeyBridge #Transportation #Infrastructure #Community #Progress #Resilience #Rebuild #MDTA #SHA #GovernorWesMoore #FHWA #EnvironmentalApproval

Economic Investment Signals, Increased Commercial Real Estate Value, and Major Infrastructure Changes: Let’s Talk Traffic! 🚧🚗 Important updates are coming to Florida from the FDOT concerning significant improvements to I-75, particularly through Marion County. What’s Happening? Florida has started a $4 billion improvement project for I-75 as of this year. Of this, $479 million will go towards adding auxiliary lanes, interchange modifications, and right-of-way acquisition to ease traffic congestion through Sumter and Marion counties. Additionally, a new interchange is being built just north of Ocala near Highway 326 to accommodate what is soon to be the largest Buc-ee's gas station in the nation. Impact on Commercial Real Estate 📈 While construction will cause temporary congestion, the long-term benefits are substantial. The Ocala market is booming, evidenced by Dollar Tree’s advanced automated distribution center and the presence of Amazon, FedEx, AutoZone, and Chewy. These businesses chose Ocala for its strategic location and robust workforce, driving the need for I-75 improvements. The Bigger Picture 🌟 This investment reflects the explosive growth in Ocala and enhances its appeal as a midpoint between Miami and Atlanta. Improved infrastructure will support ongoing and future commercial investments, boosting property values and economic development. For more details on this expansion project, visit 'svnmcdonald.com' #svnic #svnmcdonald #Floridarealestate #industrialgrowth #ocalacre #Bucees