Uptown Greenway Bridge Repairs Drag into 17th Year with No End in Sight
A crucial pedestrian and bike bridge on Manhattan's Hudson River Greenway has been undergoing repairs for 17 years, with a full replacement…
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New Zealand Adopts National Infrastructure Renewal Strategy
A shift towards prioritising maintenance and repair over new builds marks a significant change in national infrastructure policy, drawing parallels with urbanist…
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Virginia Approves $28.5 Billion Infrastructure Plan, Raising Questions for London’s Urban Development
Virginia's recent approval of a $28.5 billion, six-year infrastructure plan offers a case study for London's own urban development challenges and funding…
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L.A. City Shifts Repaving Strategy to Sidewalk-less Streets Amidst Measure HLA Scrutiny
Los Angeles is reportedly prioritising repaving streets without sidewalks, a move that critics suggest may be an attempt to circumvent accessibility and…
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Cities Rethink Hiring to Fill Public Works Jobs
Case studies from Baltimore and Columbus, Ohio, highlight innovative approaches to overcoming hiring bottlenecks and connecting overlooked populations with essential city careers…
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