The US Federal Budget 2011 – Transportation, Infrastructure & Innovation

The Obama administration released its 2011 budget proposal on February 1st, which includes a request of $78.8 billion for FY2011, up from $77 billion in FY2010. The budget includes $530 million as part of the President’s Partnership for Sustainable Communities to help State and local governments invest in sustainable transportation infrastructure “that integrates with housing… Continue reading The US Federal Budget 2011 – Transportation, Infrastructure & Innovation

U.S. DOT announces first grants in Livability Initiative

U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood recently announced the availability of $280 million for urban circulator projects such as streetcars, buses, and bus facilities to support communities, expand business opportunities and improve people’s quality of life while also creating jobs. The money represents the first batch of funding by the Obama Administration for its Livability Initiative,… Continue reading U.S. DOT announces first grants in Livability Initiative