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During a recent visit to Milwaukee, President Biden joined Wisconsin in celebrating the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which helped tens of thousands of new construction projects take place and get scheduled, and WRTP | BIG STEP’s role in the $50 Million EDA Recompete Grant to assist in revitalizing Milwaukee’s economy. WRTP | BIG STEP CEO Lindsay Blumer attended the President’s visit and, in this article by Daily Reporter, discusses what lies ahead in 2024 in terms of these investments. #PresidentBiden #Revitalize #EconomicGrowth

Use the tools - the Federal Railroad Administration has created a Grants Decision Tool to help prospective applicants determine which grant program best meets their needs. See the link below -

The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, a landmark investment in our nation’s infrastructure, is working to rebuild and enhance various sectors, including transportation. "If you are a small business owner, you have an opportunity to take part in giving our country a much-needed upgrade and setting yourself up for future contracting opportunities," says Rhett Buttle in Forbes. Explore the positive impact the law has had on transportation across the country, and how it is benefitting the small business community: https://lnkd.in/gzCSVc9k #BipartisanInfrastructureLaw #Transportation #Smallbusinesses #BusinessOwners

Through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, USDOT is making transformative investments that will modernize our infrastructure to deliver safer, cleaner, and more equitable transportation systems. These grant opportunities can be found on grants.gov. Unlock the full potential of Grants.gov using essential search tips and tricks to navigate the vast landscape of funding opportunities. Link to Grant Searching Made Easy: Mastering Keywords on Grants.gov in the comment section below. 

We can’t allow necessary infrastructure projects to be delayed by outdated permitting processes. 🌉 🏛 Congress: Fix Permitting to Help Americans Benefit from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law! Read more from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce's VP of Transportation, Infrastructure & Supply Chain Policy John Drake here: #PermitAmericatoBuild🏗

Funded via the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the grant funding will go toward investing in rail infrastructure, “allowing people and goods to move with greater safety, efficiency, and reliability.” https://lnkd.in/eNTT3Yw3

The future of the Civil Engineering Profession is Very Bright

What do you need to know about the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law? → $1.2 trillion has been allocated for infrastructure projects around the nation (including everything from roads and bridges to airports and even some rural development projects) → The bill was officially adopted in November 2021, and the total plan implementation is expected to span five years  → In addition to safer communities, the surge in projects will create significant job opportunities for skilled engineers and construction workers Want to learn more? Check out this quick  overview from the U.S. Department of Transportation: https://lnkd.in/gwYiiADt   #CommunityGrowth #CivilEngineering

Did You Know? In the first 2 years of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, FTA has made available $40 billion to communities nationwide. This record funding supports 4,000 transit agencies and over 1,000 transit-related businesses. It also means jobs. Every $1 billion invested in public transportation creates or sustains approximately 50,000 American jobs.

land acquisition and planning are often the most challenging and difficult aspects to advance in infrastructure projects. 1. **Complex negotiation process**: - Land acquisition involves negotiations with multiple landowners. These owners may have different demands and expectations regarding compensation, relocation, and other issues, making it difficult to reach a consensus. 2. **Compensation issues**: - The amount of compensation for land acquisition is often a contentious issue. Landowners may feel that the compensation is insufficient, while the government or companies may face budget constraints, preventing them from meeting all demands. 3. **Community opposition**: - Local communities often oppose infrastructure projects. Residents may worry that the project will negatively impact their living environment, economic interests, and cultural heritage, leading to protests or lawsuits that delay the project. 4. **Legal disputes**: - Land acquisition and planning frequently lead to legal disputes, which can result in lengthy judicial processes and further delay the project. 5. **Planning changes**: - Infrastructure projects may require multiple planning changes to adapt to shifting socio-economic environments and stakeholder needs, increasing the complexity and uncertainty of the project. 6. **Multi-level government coordination**: - Land acquisition and planning involve coordination among local, state/provincial, and central governments. Disagreement or delays at any level can impact the project's progress.