It is extremely likely that another $2 trillion will be invested under the upcoming Infrastructure Plan, also known as the American Jobs Plan and the American Families Plan. In this article, we continue to look at where the federal money is going, so that our local businesses can be in position to benefit (directly and indirectly) from the economic stimulus spending that will significantly shape the U.S. economy for the next decade. Knowing where the money is flowing is the first step in … [Read more...] about Positioning Your Business for Economic Recovery Investment Plans
Infrastructure
$39 Million Infrastructure Grant Halted
After schools set their sights on a program designed to aid in their ability to educate students through technology, districts all across the state may now have to look elsewhere. GovNET, the key player in an exciting new program, is now under investigation as concerns are raised regarding their spending of more than $39 million of federal grant money. Utilizing technology to better prepare Arizona children for the future is one of the core ideas behind an initiative that was intended to … [Read more...] about $39 Million Infrastructure Grant Halted
Protecting Rural Infrastructure
Shortly after the economy began its downward spiral in 2008, our state and local economies felt the impact almost immediately. Families cut back on spending, forcing businesses and organizations to slash staff. Unemployment soared, the housing and construction markets faltered and skyrocketing fuel costs caused motorists to drive less and some vehicles went unregistered. That proved detrimental to the state’s Highway User Revenue Fund (HURF), which relies on fuel taxes at the pump, motor … [Read more...] about Protecting Rural Infrastructure
City Seeks Public Input for Charrette Days
In the dictionary, the word “charrette” is defined as an intensive effort to finish a project, especially an architectural design project, before a deadline. This is exactly what the City of Flagstaff is doing when it comes to addressing how the area should manage future growth. The Regional Plan July design charrettes will allow for citizen input on future development, economic vitality, and natural resource protection in a hands-on visual way. During the Design Charrette Days … [Read more...] about City Seeks Public Input for Charrette Days
