Brittany Skorupski-Williams’ Post

A great article on urban development! It covers its importance, practical industry tips, and some inspiring examples from today. This meaningful work helps bring communities together and supports its members in thriving in the built environment.

Today marked a significant victory for the commercial real estate sector! The recently introduced bill has the potential to drive redevelopment in economically challenged urban centers across the United States. As many know, I am a strong advocate for revitalizing America's Main Streets and transforming vacant and underutilized spaces into affordable housing and vibrant mixed-use communities. Thank you to U.S. Representatives Mike Carey and Jimmy Gomez for your bipartisan collaboration, and to Marc Selvitelli of NAIOP for sharing this exciting news.

Check out this insightful piece from CBRE on the evolving landscape of our modern cities including NYC. As communities grow and change, it's crucial that regulations evolve too. Unfortunately, outdated municipal red tape often hampers developers and investors, making it difficult to execute projects that can truly benefit local communities and bolster the tax base. #UrbanDevelopment #CityPlanning #RegulatoryReform #CommunityImpact #RealEstate #CBRE https://cbre.co/3XgEBXx

Bruce Rasher and Melina Ambrosino presented an excellent presentation. Racer Trust took on a unique position after the great recession, assisting with the clean-up and resale of GM properties and revitalizing the communities affected by the shutdown of multiple industrial sites across several states. Their efforts are commendable: they have successfully assisted in increasing the local tax base, growing jobs, and adding to the GDP.

Another setback for Waterbury, but let's stay hopeful! 💪 As the old adage goes, 'The third time's the charm.' Having collaborated with the Waterbury Blight Department before on community revitalization efforts, I can vouch for their dedication and passion for seeing positive change in the city. Together, let's keep pushing forward toward a brighter future for brownfield redevelopment and a healthier and more vibrant Connecticut!

This week with my mentor Suryansh Mehra of Boos Development, we tackled a “punch list” walk thru of a newly constructed CVS store. The dedication to perfection was visible as representatives from Boos Development, CVS Corporate, and Moss Construction came together for this process. Every corner, every detail -inside and out- was scrutinized with unwavering attention to ensure the build, design, and final finishes reached unparalleled excellence. Great work team! 👏💯

This past week, I attended the BCONE - Brownfield Coalition of the Northeast Holiday Networking Event at Bar Taco in West Hartford, Connecticut. As someone who is interested in brownfield remediation, I highly recommend checking out their upcoming events. On February 27th, I am excited to attend the Virtual Lunch and Learn session where this month's topic is Navigating CT's Remediation Landscape. It's a great opportunity to connect with fellow brownfield enthusiasts and learn from experienced professionals. See you all there! #BCONE #brownfield #remediation #networking

Thanks to CCIM I had the opportunity to learn about the Port of Miami and how it plays a vital role in our local economy. With an annual contribution of $43 billion and over 334,500 jobs in South Florida, it stands as our second most vital economic vital economic engine. Port of Miami is recognized globally as the Cruise Capital of the world and the Cargo Gateway of the Americas. Deep gratitude to Siegriend Rivera for thier commitment in supporting construction and ensuring the continued growth of South Florida. #CCIMMIAMI

https://lnkd.in/eYFJaBAF Exciting revelation: 38% of the expected 147,000 new housing units will arise from conversion projects. Despite facing a 35-year high vacancy rate, Hartford proudly secures its position among the top 20 cities in the nation slated for transformative redevelopment. #UrbanRenewal #HousingDevelopment #HartfordRevitalization #HartfordRedevelopment