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Published: Wed, 05/21/25

Updated: Fri, 05/23/25

Research and tech take center stage in upcoming public investments

by Mary Scott Nabers, CEO of Strategic Partnerships, Inc.

Across the country, public agencies and academic institutions are spending millions to launch ambitious infrastructure projects that prioritize cutting-edge research, innovative technologies and public health advancements.

New York passes record $254B budget with spending boosts

The newly passed $254 billion New York state budget includes significant investments across transportation, education, social services and environmental programs while preparing for potential federal funding cuts under the Trump administration.

DOE audits $15B in grants for energy, manufacturing projects

The Department of Energy will audit approximately $15 billion in grants allocated to power grid projects and manufacturing supply chain initiatives awarded prior to 2025, potentially modifying or terminating projects that don't align with new priorities.

New Jersey’s $5.33B plan prioritizes infrastructure preservation

The proposed capital program would direct $3.63 billion to NJDOT, $1.7 billion to NJ Transit and $784 million to local transportation projects across municipalities and counties.

California launches $3.3B behavioral health infrastructure plan

California is investing $3.3 billion in grants through the Bond Behavioral Health Continuum Infrastructure Program to develop over 5,000 residential treatment beds and nearly 22,000 outpatient treatment slots across the state.

FTA offers $1.5B to expand clean bus fleets, manufacturing

The Federal Transit Administration has announced $1.5 billion in funding through two programs to help agencies purchase or rehabilitate zero- and low-emission buses and develop related facilities.

AASHTO outlines path to more efficient project funding

The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) has submitted regulatory recommendations to the U.S. Department of Transportation seeking to streamline project delivery while maintaining environmental stewardship and transparency goals.

Arkansas voters pass $385M bond for sewer upgrades

Fort Smith residents overwhelmingly approved a $385 million bond issue for sewer system improvements required under a 2015 federal consent decree to reduce sanitary sewer overflows into the Arkansas River.

California proposes $20B to keep bullet train on track

California's revised budget proposes $20 billion over two decades for its high-speed rail project, providing $1 billion annually from the state's cap-and-trade program despite federal uncertainty.

Mallory Greenham

Chief of Staff
City of Hamilton, Ohio

Missouri - Art Goodin has been appointed as the director for the Missouri’s Department of Natural Resources (MoDNR) Division of Environmental Quality. He currently serves as deputy director for MoDNR’s Division of Environmental Quality and steps into the role following the promotion of Kyra Moore to deputy department director in April 2025.
Nebraska - John Ewing has been elected as the new mayor of Omaha. He brings nearly 25 years of experience in law enforcement, along with 18 years of leadership as Douglas County Treasurer. Ewing is the city’s first Black mayor.
Washington - Justin Irish has been selected by the Northshore School Board as the next superintendent, effective July 1. He is currently the superintendent of the Anacortes School District where he serves over 2,500 students.
Michigan - Tanya Stoudemire has been confirmed as Detroit’s next CFO in a unanimous vote by City Council. She currently serves as the chief deputy CFO and steps into the position following the retirement of former CFO Jay Rising.
Utah - Robert Cummings has been appointed by the Utah Department of Commerce as the new director of the Utah Division of Securities. He brings over 15 years of experience in civil and criminal litigation to the role with a focus on securities fraud, healthcare fraud, corporate governance, and share valuation disputes.
New York - Demario A. Strickland has been selected by the Mount Vernon Board of Education as the school district’s new superintendent effective July 1. He is currently serving as the interim superintendent for the Rochester City School District (RCSD) and his first step in the Mount Vernon City School District will be preparing all schools and students for the 2025-2026 school year.
Missouri - David Cameron has been selected as Springfield's 14th city manager. He currently serves as Republic’s city administrator where since 2016, he has attracted new investments from Amazon, Convoy of Hope and others worth at least $1.4 billion.
Colorado - Steve Martingano has been appointed as Denver Regional Transportation District’s (RTD) next chief of police and emergency management. In his role, he will lead the police department that is responsible for the personal safety and security of more than 3,000 employees and customers across a service area in eight counties and 40 municipalities.
New Jersey - William F. Tate has been appointed the 22nd president of Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey effective July 1. He currently serves as the chief executive and academic officer of both the LSU system and the LSU flagship campus in Baton Rouge and steps into his new role succeeding previous president Jonathan Holloway.
Missouri - Benjamin Jonsson has been appointed as the new COO for the City of St. Louis effective July 7. He currently serves as chief of staff at the Air Mobility Command at Scott Air Force Base and has commanded and led major air bases both stateside and overseas during his 25 years in the U.S. Air Force.
Arkansas - Joseph Bailey has been appointed as the executive director of the Arkansas Waterways Commission, effective May 27. He brings more than 15 years of leadership experience in economic development, infrastructure coordination and strategic project management across both public and private sectors to the role.
Alaska - Randy Bates has been selected by Gov. Mike Dunleavy as the new commissioner of the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation. He previously served as the head of the department’s Division of Water and will be replacing acting commissioner Christina Carpenter.

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