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Good initial protection concepts to be considered nowadays. Read through Ian Firth's recommendations

🌁 Can we avoid such catastrophic failures in the future? Can we design piers to withstand so high impact loads? Read the IStructE's statement for the #FrancisScottKeyBridge #resilience #bridges #design

How could they miss? The recent bridge failure underscores the need for proactive measures to protect against impact loads on bridge piers. While earlier designs may not have considered this specific risk, it's crucial that we prioritize safety by retrofitting existing structures with modern protective measures.

Join RDG’s Charlie Cowell, AICP, Scotney Fenton and Michelle Sacco Cunliffe as they present an introduction to historic guidelines at the Preserve Iowa Summit on June 7. Historic design guidelines ensure that the quality and integrity of neighborhoods and downtown districts are not lost. Whether for residential neighborhoods or commercial districts, historic design guidelines can be a useful tool for educating residents or can be used as a "how-to" guide for historic preservation commissions. Further action includes these guidelines in the regulatory standards for city staff and planning commissions. https://ow.ly/ETM950RPktj

A National Housing Conference discussion by Richard Rothstein and Leah Rothstein, authors of “Just Action: How to Challenge Segregation Enacted Under the Color of Law.” The book provides a roadmap for both concerned citizens and community leaders aiming to address segregation and enact tangible and impactful changes in their communities. #coloroflaw #segregation #housing #zoning #planning

Check out this interview discussing the latest big box closures

The several sides of this issue.

Leesburg development news: Sunnyside Landing PUD back on the table, Hanover seeks approval for more homes at Banning Ranch The Leesburg City Commission will reconsider a proposed development called Sunnyside Landing PUD after a special magistrate recommended its approval. The commission had previously denied the project in 2022 due to concerns about traffic, water supply, and density. The magistrate argued that the commission's reasons for denial were not supported by evidence and that the project shouldn't be unfairly burdened. The revised plan reduces the number of units from 155 to 150, removes an additional 18-acre tract, and increases open space and buffer zones. This comes amidst other development news in Leesburg, including Hanover's proposal to add 530 homes to its existing Banning Ranch development and DIX developments' plans for two new neighborhoods with single-family homes and twin villas. Read the article and let me know what you think about this project? 𝘽𝙚 𝘽𝙡𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙚𝙙 ~ 𝘼𝙨𝙝𝙡𝙚𝙮 𝙋𝙪𝙣     📞 407 543 1894  ✉ Ashley@AshleyPunSellsFlorida.com h #ashleypunsellsflorida #yourcentralflrealtor #denizrealtypartners #realestate #residentialrealestate #realestatemarket #Leesburg #development #florida #sunnysidelandingPUD #banningranch #brokerassociate #realestateagent #realestateinvestor #realestatesales #realestateexpert #realestateadvisor #realestateinvesting #realestatedeveloper #realestatemarketing #florida #lakecounty #centralflorida #orangecounty #commericalrealestate #residentialrealestate 

In response to this article on elevator construction, regulation, labor, and immigration, I believe a viable solution lies in a business model that leverages the strengths of a 170(b)(1)(A)(vi) designated 501c3 organization in conjunction with a benefit elevator company. Our nonprofit Emi's Elevator, which is the majority owner of Nokes Mountain Elevator Company, aims to address these issues by creating Small, Women-owned, and Minority-owned (SWAM) businesses and job opportunities through targeted apprenticeship programs. Our mission focuses specifically on public, low-income, and subsidized housing sectors, where there is a significant need for the maintenance, servicing, modernization, and new installation of elevator infrastructure. By prioritizing the creation of skilled jobs and fostering entrepreneurship within these underserved housing communities, we can alleviate labor shortages and contribute to economic development. Our approach ensures that workers receive the necessary training and support, promoting a sustainable workforce equipped to meet the demands of the elevator industry. In addition to our focus on housing, we also address elevator infrastructure needs in public facilities, including military bases, rehabilitation centers, hospitals, and other essential public institutions. Ensuring reliable and efficient elevator systems in these facilities not only improves operational efficiency and safety but also supports the well-being of the communities they serve. Moreover, by focusing on the maintenance and modernization of elevator infrastructure in public and subsidized housing, we can contribute to lowering housing costs. Efficient and reliable elevator systems reduce the overall maintenance costs for housing authorities, which can translate into lower rents and fees for residents. Additionally, by creating job opportunities and fostering economic growth within these communities, we help residents achieve financial stability, further reducing the economic pressures associated with housing costs. Through this integrated business model, we not only enhance the quality and safety of elevator systems in both housing and public facilities but also drive social impact by empowering marginalized groups, fostering community resilience, and contributing to more affordable housing and better public services.