Committee backs concurrency bill that lets localities delay permits with guardrails The LCI Committee reported favorably on S-227 after adopting a subcommittee amendment that limits permissible infrastructure considerations to core services, requires capital plans to address deficiencies, and creates a rebuttable presumption favoring compliant local governments.

Local governments in South Carolina may soon have the power to condition development permits on critical infrastructure readiness, ensuring growth is sustainable and well-planned.

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Senate passes law giving limited transportation priority to cities that add housing H.B. 436 adds a performance pathway in the Transportation Commission prioritization that can give modest priority to municipalities that increase housing supply by 2.5% or more in the prior year; sponsor and supporters said the adjustment is marginal and capped so safety and congestion metrics remain primary. Vote: passed 20-8.

The Utah Senate just passed a groundbreaking bill that prioritizes transportation projects in cities that boost housing supply by 2.5%—but what does this mean for rural communities?

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Pender County adopts first organization‑wide strategic plan to 2030 The Board adopted a five-goal strategic plan to guide county priorities through 2030, prioritizing schools, public safety, infrastructure, communications and staff retention; staff said most actions are low or no cost and any high‑cost items will return to the board during budget deliberations.

Pender County has taken a bold step by adopting its first organization-wide strategic plan to guide its future, focusing on key priorities like education, public safety, and infrastructure through 2030.

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Commissioners approve agreement to accept Commerce funds for sewer expansion at county commerce park The board voted to execute an industrial development fund agreement to accept Department of Commerce funds (part of earlier announcements including a $3 million Golden Leaf award) and to proceed with design, engineering and permitting to expand sewer at the Northampton County Commerce Park.

Northampton County is set to boost its industrial growth with a unanimous board vote to accept $1.5 million in funding for sewer expansion— paving the way for new opportunities!

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Council approves water, sewer connection request for North South Park Area 1, citing capacity for up to 600 units After a presentation from the town engineer and an applicant statement, the council approved a will-serve connection agreement for JHHR Development 2 and the Gill family subject to staff conditions; staff said the town has capacity and that capacity fees will be collected at permitting.

The Jackson council just greenlit a major connection request that could pave the way for 600 new homes—find out how this project will shape the future of North South Park!

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Spanish Fork seeks $10M for Taxiway Bravo as general aviation traffic grows Spanish Fork and partners asked the subcommittee to support a $10 million Taxiway Bravo runway project to relieve congestion at the state's busiest general aviation airport, citing FAA engagement, phased funding and economic development near the inland port.

Spanish Fork is pushing for a $10 million project to expand its airport runway and tackle the surge in general aviation traffic—could this be a game changer for local economic growth?

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APS tells House committee it filed rate changes to make data centers "pay for growth" APS told the Arizona House AI & Innovation Committee it has filed a rate case and is pursuing contracts to ensure data-center customers pay new infrastructure costs, proposing a roughly 45% increase to the high-load data-center rate and tools such as minimum bills and queuing to avoid shifting costs to residential customers.

Arizona Public Service is pushing for a 45% rate increase on data centers to ensure they cover the costs of rapid industry growth, all while safeguarding residential customers.

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Prescott Valley leaders tout growth, water projects and new trails at State of the Town Town leaders and the Chamber highlighted Prescott Valley's recent infrastructure gains — Jasper Parkway, park upgrades and a nearly 26-mile multimodal 'Lhasa Loop' — and emphasized water conservation, a stormwater recharge pilot dedicated to aquifer replenishment, and continued focus on traffic safety.

Prescott Valley is on the rise with exciting infrastructure projects, a commitment to water conservation, and enhanced public safety measures shaping a vibrant future!

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Business Oregon outlines draft statewide economic development strategy with eight action areas Business Oregon presented a draft statewide economic development framework to the House interim committee Jan. 13, describing eight action areas—business retention, business climate, regulation, innovation/capital access, workforce, infrastructure (including industrial lands), sector alignment and recruitment—and asked legislators for SMART, measurable goals and partner engagement.

Business Oregon is proposing a bold new economic development strategy with eight key action areas aimed at revitalizing the state's economy.

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Auburn council approves $17.1 million tax abatement for CSP, annexation and multiple contracts At its Jan. 6 meeting the Auburn City Council approved a tax abatement for CSP Technologies, the annexation of Cole Place phase 1, liquor licenses for two new businesses and several infrastructure and construction contracts; vote tallies were not specified in the minutes.

Auburn City Council just greenlit a $17.1 million tax break for CSP Technologies and unveiled plans for a new rural neighborhood—big changes are coming!

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Mayor outlines growth, sewer capacity concerns and major projects as Villa Rica pivots to commercial investment In an annual update Mayor recapped a renewed multifamily moratorium, warned that sewer capacity was constrained and highlighted several large projects — including a Tanner Hospital expansion, downtown streetscape and multi‑million‑dollar road projects — while urging a shift toward commercial development.

Mayor highlights critical infrastructure challenges and ambitious projects in Villa Rica's latest annual update, signaling a pivotal shift toward commercial investment for the city's future.

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Venice adopts airport master‑plan process as operations surge; FAA approves forecast Consultants presented an FAA‑approved forecast showing recent operations rising to 96,000 (FY2024) and baseline growth to about 131,000 operations by 2044; council heard a schedule for a year‑long master‑plan update, public outreach and steps to translate forecasts into facility needs such as hangars, storm resilience, and noise analysis.

Venice's Municipal Airport is set for a major transformation as new forecasts predict soaring operations and vital infrastructure upgrades over the next two decades!

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Board approves special‑use permit for proposed MAMAC Tech Campus data center The Greensville County Board of Supervisors approved a special‑use permit allowing the MAMAC Tech Campus project — a proposed 12‑building data center campus — to proceed with conditions, after staff and the Berkeley Group said the site meets Technology Overlay District standards and the planning commission recommended approval.

The Greensville County Board just greenlit a massive 12-building data center campus, promising 1,500 construction jobs and a tech boom in the region!

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Durango Airport reports steep passenger and GA growth, credits state loan for terminal expansion Durango-La Plata County Airport reported a surge in passenger and general aviation activity in 2025, driving terminal expansion and infrastructure upgrades funded in part by an $8 million State Infrastructure Bank loan the board approved last year.

Durango-La Plata County Airport is soaring to new heights with a 13% increase in passenger traffic this year, prompting ambitious plans for expansion and infrastructure upgrades!

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Gerbang Nusajaya Interchange Launch Boosts Malaysia–Singapore Connectivity — Haohaoguo Gerbang Nusajaya Interchange opens in Iskandar Puteri to cut travel time to Singapore, ease congestion, and boost investment under the JS-SEZ vision.

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Greensville supervisors approve Otterdam Technology Group special‑use permit with conditions The Board of Supervisors approved Otterdam Technology Group’s special‑use permit and concurrent rezoning to add a 14.5‑acre parcel to the county’s Technology Overlay District, while noting final construction remains contingent on a Dominion power‑availability study.

Greensville County is set to transform with the approval of a massive data center project that could generate $10 million annually—are you ready for the tech boom?

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Wyoming Business Council urges investment in broadband redundancy and local infrastructure; estimates $500M -$1.7B community infrastructure shortfall Josh Durrell, CEO of the Wyoming Business Council, told the Joint Appropriations Committee the agency's request is smaller than the full need and highlighted a wide infrastructure gap (estimated $500M $1.7B); key exception asks include broadband redundancy ($50M) to support business/data-center growth, SBIR and commercialization supports, and community infrastructure via Business Ready Communities.

Wyoming's Business Council reveals a staggering $1.7 billion infrastructure shortfall and is calling for targeted investments to boost local business growth—could this be the key to unlocking the state's economic potential?

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Compass director outlines growth, $5.5 billion regional transportation shortfall and 2026 legislative priorities Compass Executive Director Craig Rayborn briefed the Nampa City Council on regional growth trends, transportation-plan priorities and an estimated $5.5 billion gap in funding for projects identified in the Communities in Motion plan; he said Compass will pursue legislative strategies and support member agencies in seeking federal and regional funds.

The Treasure Valley is booming with 15 new households and 16 jobs daily, but a staggering $5.5 billion transportation funding shortfall threatens to slow down this growth!

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Apopka holds second workshop on proposed impact‑fee increases as consultant cites growth and rising construction costs City staff and consultant Sean Ocasio presented proposed increases to police, fire and parks impact fees and outlined the “extraordinary circumstances” process that could allow a larger one‑time implementation; resident public comment questioned development counts and timing of fee collection.

Apopka is considering significant increases in impact fees for police, fire, and parks, driven by rising construction costs and major capital projects—could this reshape our community's future?

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Hyderabad opens new Centre for Logistics Training Excellence New technology-led centre aims to boost employability and modern skills for Telangana’s logistics workforce.

India marked a significant step in strengthening its logistics workforce as the Centre of Logistics Training for Excellence was inaugurated today at the National Skill Training Institute campus in Hyderabad.

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Board accepts airport land‑use study, directs staff to test market for Lot 6 and explore USFS parcel County consultants presented six site options for development at Nevada County Airport; the board accepted the informational report and directed staff to issue an RFI to test market interest in Lot 6 (former corp yard) and to open discussions about acquiring the U.S. Forest Service/CAL FIRE air attack base.

Exciting developments are on the horizon for Nevada County Airport as officials explore new opportunities for growth, including potential hangar space and revenue-generating partnerships!

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New county economic development director outlines outreach, site‑listing and energy priorities to Pataskala council Aaron Garzik, identifying himself as the new executive director of the county community improvement corporation, told the Pataskala City Council he will prioritize communication with municipalities, proactive property listings and engagement on grid capacity issues to attract business investment.

New executive director Aaron Garzik is on a mission to transform Pataskala's business landscape by enhancing communication and property listings to attract investment!

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Davidson County approves multiple rezoning requests to support highway commercial and industrial growth The Davidson County Board of Commissioners approved several rezoning applications—ranging from a 0.55-acre Highway Commercial conversion to a roughly 140-acre Limited Industrial rezoning—citing plan consistency, new sewer lines, and proximity to industrial nodes such as Nucor and planned NCDOT road widening.

Davidson County is paving the way for economic growth by approving several key rezoning applications aimed at boosting highway commercial and industrial development!

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Pike County fiscal court backs $1.25 million HB6 grant application for landfill expansion The Pike County Fiscal Court voted to file a House Bill 6 local government economic development fund application for $1,250,000 to cover the county's portion of a phase 6 landfill expansion and approved a linked change order to remove slide material, authorizing the judge/executive to execute necessary documents.

Pike County is set to secure $1.25 million for a crucial landfill expansion that promises to extend its lifespan by up to 7 years!

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Nepal Government gives big tax break to MCC Project companies this year The Nepal government has decided to grant income tax relief to construction and service companies working under the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC)

Nepal Government announces a major tax break for MCC project companies this year!
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Gadkari launches QR codes to bring more transparency and efficiency in India’s highway system! 🚗💡
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Planning department reports multiple active projects; coordination needed with neighboring Maybank City Planner Britney Anderson told council the planning department has four active development projects and one new predevelopment filing, including Hillsdale Phase 2, a preliminary plat at 606 East Main Street that awaits resubmittal, a youth activity center site plan, Enrich Life Medical Center resubmittal, and permits for a luxury motel and HTO.

Gun Barrel City is buzzing with new developments, from a luxury motel to a youth activity center, all requiring careful planning and coordination!

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Lehi mayoral candidate Paul Binns outlines cautious growth plan, five-year police staffing proposal and tighter fiscal oversight Paul Binns, a Lehi resident and insurance business owner, told the Utah County Republican Party podcast he wants to preserve Lehi’s community character through strategic zoning, infrastructure upgrades, a five-year plan to add roughly 25–30 police officers and closer audits of bonded projects including the city campus and fiber network.

Lehi mayoral candidate Paul Binns is advocating for a cautious growth strategy that preserves the city's family-friendly character while addressing critical infrastructure and public safety needs.

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