San Antonio Joins U.S. Cities in Transforming Construction Waste Management
In the U.S., cities are enacting new policies to reduce construction waste and promote circular practices.
Michael Hsu Seeks Texas Nonprofit for $20K Pro-Bono Design Services
Texas-based architecture and interior design firm Michael Hsu Office of Architecture (MHOA) is launching its third annual Design for All Partnership.
Knowledge Is Power: Understanding UH’s HUB-Related Contract Compliance Requirements
For businesses eyeing UH contracts (construction and/or non-construction) valued at $100,000 and greater, it is essential to be knowledgeable of HUB program requirements.
ISSUE 97
April 2024
City of Houston, METRO to Repair Hazardous Road Conditions Along Westheimer
In an effort to prioritize public safety and infrastructure, Mayor John Whitmire joined METRO to announce a collaborative commitment to repair pavement and improve bus stops on Westheimer Road from Loop 610 to downtown.
San Antonio Joins U.S. Cities in Transforming Construction Waste Management
For years, the construction industry has followed a linear process: extract raw materials, build structures, demolish them, and dispose of waste in landfills. This method has harmful environmental and social impacts and is unsustainable. Rethinking traditional approaches requires collaboration from all stakeholders and urgency from authorities. In the U.S., cities are enacting new policies to…
bp Unveils First US bp Pulse EV Charging Gigahub™ at Houston Headquarters
bp will celebrate the opening of its new electric-vehicle charging site at its bp America headquarters in Houston, expanding its network of EV chargers in the United States.
San Antonio City Council Passes $4.4M Grant Agreement for Zarzamora Street
The San Antonio City Council authorized the execution of the Safe Streets & Roads 4 All (SS4A) grant with the U.S. Department of Transportation early March.
Houston Awarded $43 Million Grant for Gulfton and Kashmere Gardens Communities
The United States Department of Transportation announced the City of Houston will receive $43.4 million in federal funding through the Reconnecting Communities and Neighborhoods (RCN) program for the Gulfton and Kashmere Gardens Resilient Sidewalks Project.
TxDOT Studying New Technologies to Improve Road Safety
TxDOT has more than 100 active research projects, studying new technologies and methods aiming to improve safety and efficiency on Texas roads.
TxDOT’s Two Oldest Divisions Mark a Century of Excellence
The two oldest divisions of TxDOT recently turned 100 years old, celebrating a rich history that began with wooden bridges and dirt roads and now includes high-speed highways and autonomous vehicles. The Texas Highway Department—as TxDOT was called in the early days—created the Maintenance Division in 1923 to handle the upkeep of Texas roads. The…
Unveiling Mental Health Insights from Construction Pulse Survey
The Construction Pulse Survey aimed to gauge mental health and well-being in the construction industry. Spanning different project scales and geographical locations, the survey gathered data to identify prevalent issues affecting workers’ overall well-being. The construction industry, a driving force in shaping our cities, has recently shifted its focus to the well-being of its workforce….
Streamlining Building Permit Approvals for Large-Scale Projects
Managing large-scale projects comes with its fair share of challenges, and one significant hurdle is navigating the complex world of building permits. However, with the right strategies in place, project owners can ensure the timely execution of their projects. In this blog, we will discuss effective strategies that project owners can use to streamline the…
TxDOT: I-35 Corridor Construction to Continue
TxDot reports that the construction work on the I-35 corridor connecting San Antonio and Austin seems to be never-ending. According to the head of the Texas Department of Transportation, this is due to the continuous growth in the state, which shows no signs of slowing down anytime soon. Recently, Texas surpassed a population of 30…
ISSUE 96
March 2024
The Small Business Center’s Role in Dallas’ Renovation Projects
The Small Business Center in the City of Dallas plays a pivotal role in the city’s ambitious renovation projects, particularly in the revitalization efforts aimed at iconic landmarks like the Dallas Memorial Auditorium and the Black Academy of Arts and Letters. Tasked with overseeing the evaluation criteria for minority and women-owned business enterprises (M/WBEs), these…
Biden-Harris Admin Upgrades 4,500 Public EV Chargers
The Biden-Harris Administration announced it is awarding nearly $150 million to 24 grant recipients in 20 states to make existing electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure more reliable. The grants will be used to repair or replace nearly 4,500 existing EV charging ports and in some cases, bring them up to code. These targeted investments complement…
American Airlines Reports $53B Revenue in 2023
American Airlines is poised for a robust 2024 following its record-breaking 2023 revenue and achieving the lowest annual flight cancellations in a decade. In its fourth-quarter earnings report, the Fort Worth-based airline disclosed a $53 billion revenue for 2023, marking a significant step toward offsetting pandemic-induced losses as travel rebounds to pre-pandemic levels. The airline…
FHWA Allocates $729M for Disaster Road & Bridge Repairs
As part of the U.S. Department of Transportation’s coordinated approach to help states repair and rebuild roads and bridges, the Federal Highway Administration today announced it is providing $729.4 million to 34 states, the District of Columbia, the U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico. The funds will be used to support repair needs following natural…
Broadway Chatbot Transforms Construction Communication
As extensive road construction endeavors persist throughout San Antonio, the city is employing a chatbot to disseminate information about a specific project. The newly introduced Talkin’ Broadway chatbot allows passersby to engage in a two-way conversation via text message or QR codes along Lower Broadway, offering updates on construction progress, schedules, access to local businesses,…