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Face the Facts: What CT's infrastructure investment means for drivers and commuters
After decades of decay, and in some cases much longer, Connecticut’s roads, rails and bridges are closer than ever to getting the maintenance and upgrades they so sorely need. That is in no small part due to the bipartisan infrastructure plan passed in Washington, D.C. So where do we start with this long list of projects? Newly appointed Department...
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Face the Facts: What CT's infrastructure investment means for drivers and commuters
Department of Transportation Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto talks about how the state is investing $5 billion in federal infrastructure money, including which road projects are getting priority and what’s in store for Metro North.
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High-speed internet is a necessity, President Biden says, pledging all US will have access by 2030
President Joe Biden on Monday said that high-speed internet is no longer a luxury but an “absolute necessity,” as he pledged that every household in the nation would have access by 2030 using cables made in the U.S.
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Connecticut Gets C Grade for Infrastructure on 2022 Report Card
The American Society of Civil Engineers in Connecticut issued its 2022 report card, which grades the state’s infrastructure. Engineers gave the state an overall GPA of C, meaning the infrastructure is in mediocre condition and requires attention.
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Connecticut Gets C Grade for Infrastructure on 2022 Report Card
The American Society of Civil Engineers in Connecticut issued its 2022 report card, which grades the state’s infrastructure. Engineers gave the state an overall GPA of C, meaning the infrastructure is in mediocre condition and requires attention. They judge each category based on capacity, condition, funding, future needs, operation and maintenance, public safety, resilience and innovation. “This report is a…
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Connecticut Gets C Grade for Infrastructure
The American Society of Civil Engineers in Connecticut issued its 2022 report card, which grades the state’s infrastructure. Engineers gave the state an overall GPA of C, meaning the infrastructure is in mediocre condition and requires attention.
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Infrastructure Grants to Combat Flooding Issues in New Haven
New Haven is classically known to flood, causing problem after problem for residents and first responders. A project announced Monday will hopefully become the solution. “It’s all about safety, safety, safety,” Alder Carmen Rodriguez said. That’s the message city leaders want to convey to constituents as they announce the new Inland and Coastal Resiliency Project. With $25 million coming...
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What's the Link Between Sneakers, Happy Hour and Infrastructure?
You can find a relationship between any three things by asking the right questions and connecting the dots. In this final episode of the Connect the Dots series, Teneille Gibson explains the link between the sneakers you wear, the wine you drink and the trains you ride.
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Inflation Taking Bite Out of New Infrastructure Projects
Inflation is taking a toll on infrastructure projects across the U.S. Rising prices for materials such as asphalt, steel and iron pipes are driving up the costs to build roads, bridges, rail lines and water mains.
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Biden to Require US-Made Steel, Iron for Infrastructure
The Biden administration is taking a key step to ensure federal dollars will support U.S. manufacturing