U.S. Department of Transportation Announces Approval of 180 Infrastructure Grants Nationwide
On May 6, 2025, U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announced the approval of 180 infrastructure grants totaling over $3.2 billion. These grants aim to address a backlog of more than 3,200 previously announced but unexecuted projects. Since taking office, Secretary Duffy and the Department of Transportation have approved a total of 329 grants, representing approximately...
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Priorities, Barriers & Opportunities in the Municipal Budgeting Process
A recent survey conducted by the National League of Cities (NLC) and the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) reveals that 80% of U.S. municipalities prioritize aligning their budgets with strategic outcomes and organizational goals. This shift indicates a move away from traditional line-item budgeting towards more dynamic, results-oriented approaches. The "Rethinking Budgeting" initiative, a collaborative effort by NLC and GFOA, aims to modernize municipal budgeting practices by incorporating insights from behavioral science and...
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Department of Energy Standardizes Award Criteria Across Sectors, Projected to Save $935 Million Annually
On May 8, 2025, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced new policy measures aimed at enhancing efficiency and accountability in its financial assistance programs. The DOE will cap reimbursable indirect costs—expenses not directly tied to project activities—at 10% for state and local governments, and 15% for both non-profit and for-profit organizations. This alignment with industry standards is projected to...
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Best Management Products
The company’s original product, the SNOUT® Oil and Debris Separator, has become one of North America’s most popular stormwater quality products, with over 80,000 installations in the USA and Canada. Over time, the company has developed other products that enhance the capability of the SNOUT, including the Bio-Skirt® oil-reducing boom and the Stainless TrashScreen™ for Full Trash Capture. BMP’s newest product is the Turbo Plate® which reduces turbulence and increases sediment and T.S.S. capture in a sump structure.
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RELINER / Duran Inc.
RELINER / Duran Inc. is a Connecticut based manufacturer dedicated to providing simple, cost effective, durable products for use in the wastewater and construction industries. Our patented product lines include: the RELINER Inside Drop System, consisting of a fiberglass drop bowl and stainless steel pipe support brackets; and the RELINER Modular Manhole Invert Channel System
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RapidView
RapidView, LLC created business partnerships with several manufacturers of high quality sewer pipeline maintenance products, including our primary product line from IBAK Helmut Hunger GmbH & Co. KG of Kiel Germany, a manufacturer of high quality CCTV pipeline inspection systems since 1957. Rapidview LLC imports, distributes and services the complete IBAK camera inspection product line, within North America, from our Rochester, Indiana facility.
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Hobas Pipes
Hobas pipes for pressure applications deliver unmatched strength and longevity. With corrosion resistance, leak-free joints, and a 150+ year design life, our fiberglass reinforced polymer mortar (FRPM) pipe solutions minimize maintenance and maximize reliability. Find out why more and more owners are selecting our pipe. HobasPipe.com/defy

Infrastructure Project of the Week: Upgrading Lake Nasworthy’s Sewer System
The Lake Nasworthy Sewer Improvement Project in San Angelo, Texas, is nearing completion, with approximately 95% of the pipeline work finalized and commissioning anticipated within the next 60 days. This initiative replaces an outdated and inefficient sewer system that previously relied on a single, uncased pipeline crossing the lake, supported by 26 lift stations and 106 grinders. The new infrastructure features two cased mains, enhancing reliability and minimizing...
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Transportation Secretary Announces Major Funding for Alabama’s I-10 Mobile River Bridge Project
On May 7, 2025, U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announced a finalized $550 million grant agreement to support Alabama's I-10 Mobile River Bridge and Bayway Multimodal Project. This funding, provided through the Federal Highway Administration's Bridge Investment Program, represents the largest grant awarded by the Trump Administration to date. The project aims to construct a new six-lane...
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EPA Regional Administrator Visits New Jersey for Stakeholder Meetings
On May 7, 2025, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 2 Administrator Michael Martucci engaged with New Jersey’s business, utility, and legal communities to discuss environmental priorities and strengthen partnerships across the state. The day began with a business roundtable hosted by the Commerce and Industry Association of New Jersey (CIANJ), focusing on EPA’s ongoing work in the state, safe drinking water regulations, and energy...
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