TARC unveils new network plan with Jarrett Walker + Associates

I enjoy seeing a project move from an RFP to something that’s now out in the world, actively serving the community. This is especially exciting news for Transit Authority of River City (TARC). At the end of each pursuit, I try to identify at least one takeaway. For this one, it was clear: have confidence in your strategy—and earn the trust of your team to execute it. When those two align, the results speak for themselves.

Construction has officially begun on a new 2.6-mile segment of the Central Polk Parkway West near Bartow, connecting U.S. 17 and State Road 60. The groundbreaking ceremony on October 23 featured key local and state officials celebrating this important infrastructure project. This development aims to improve transportation and connectivity in the Polk County area. - The segment spans 2.6 miles between U.S. 17 and SR 60 near Bartow. - Florida's Turnpike Enterprise is leading the construction efforts. - Local leaders including Bartow City Commissioner and Winter Haven Mayor participated in the ceremony. This project marks a significant step forward in enhancing regional mobility and supporting future growth. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dwSK3kRr #PRESWERX #FloridaConstruction

We’re proud to share that Marston Holdings has partnered with the London Borough of Harrow Council to deliver enhanced vehicle removal and car pound services. This collaboration supports Harrow Council’s commitment to improving road safety, ensuring compliance, and creating positive social value for local communities. Through this partnership, Marston Holdings will provide a fully managed, end-to-end operation, combining advanced technology, efficient logistics, and a customer-focused approach - helping to keep Harrow’s streets safer, fairer, and more accessible for everyone. #MarstonHoldings #Partnership #HarrowCouncil #ParkingServices #PublicSector #Collaboration

How does improving a city directly impact its citizens? Our Deputy Executive Director, Michael Davis, Executive MBA, joined Dana Tucker Davis, host of When Neighbors Talk on AIB Network, to explore the ways community-driven development creates lasting benefits for Atlanta residents. In this conversation, Michael shares insights on: ✔ The significance of community-based programs for all ages ✔ The benefits of building stronger, connected neighborhoods ✔ How the Beltline is shaping a more vibrant and inclusive future for Atlanta. Tune in to hear how the Atlanta Beltline Partnership is advancing opportunities for people to live, work, and thrive in their communities. https://lnkd.in/euQDEWYq #AtlantaBeltline #CommunityImpact #ABP #WhenNeighborsTalk

Santa Clara County LAFCO- The Board directed LAFCO staff to draft an RFP for a Countywide Water and Wastewater Service Review to begin in February 2026 and completed by February 2027. The draft RFP has been sent to Gilroy staff for review and comments. https://lnkd.in/gg6j7w2b What is a Service Review? A service review is a comprehensive review of services within a designated geographic area and includes steps to obtain information about services in the geographic area, evaluate provision of services from a comprehensive perspective, and recommend actions when necessary, to promote the efficient provision of those services. In Santa Clara County, service reviews are intended to serve as a tool to help LAFCO, the public and other agencies better understand public service governance and delivery and evaluate options for the provisions of efficient and effective public services.

County Durham Business Supports Beamish's New Project. A North East heritage site is creating new spaces to promote health and learning. Read more > https://bit.ly/48RQWam #CountyDurham #NorthEast #Beamish

DONE DEAL! The Connecticut Metropolitan Council of Governments (MetroCOG) has renewed its lease and expanded its space (to a total of 4,248 SF) at 1000 Lafayette Blvd in Bridgeport. MetroCOG is a multi-disciplinary, regional planning organization with six member communities—Bridgeport, Easton, Fairfield, Monroe, Stratford, and Trumbull. Terms of the lease were not disclosed other than the length of the lease, which is 10 years. Bruce Wettenstein, SIOR with Vidal/Wettenstein represented MetroCOG , and Lyndsay Cahill of Avison Young in Norwalk represented the property owner. https://lnkd.in/eRCZr6G4

Roundabouts offer benefits that extend well beyond simply improving traffic flow. While they are widely recognized for enhancing mobility and reducing congestion, their broader contributions to complete streets and connectivity are often underestimated or overlooked. Roundabouts can significantly improve safety for all users—drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians—by calming traffic, reducing conflict points, and encouraging lower vehicle speeds. Additionally, they enhance neighborhood connectivity by making intersections more accessible and navigable, particularly for non-motorized users. By integrating landscaping, pedestrian refuges, and clearer crosswalks, roundabouts can serve as functional and aesthetic community focal points that align with modern urban planning goals.

Our Principal Lydia Rohmer was delighted to join West Highland Chamber of Commerce for the launch of the West Highland Manifesto, which sets out priorities for the future of the region. We're ready to play our role in providing the training and skills locally to match the scale of upcoming industry opportunities - and with the right investment, we can achieve even more. We look forward to working with the Chamber on plans to create a strategic skills forum of local businesses to identify and quantify skills shortages, providing a co-ordinated steer from businesses to help shape the provision of future training. You can read the full manifesto here: https://lnkd.in/efV8zmFN #ThinkUHI #UHINWH #WestHighlands #training #skills #education

Chattanooga and Hamilton County leaders are working to cement a deal that would allow industrial development on part of the nature park land at Enterprise South while moving part of the county-owned McDonald Farm into park status. https://lnkd.in/dsNtYqKp