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| April 11, 2008 |
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Reconstruction of New Mexico interchange a complex undertaking
The reconstruction of the "Big I" intersection of Interstates 25 and 40 in Albuquerque, N.M., has been much more of a complex logistical undertaking than the original construction of the interchange in the 1960s. Costly landscaping projects are involved in the $10 million effort, which started in July 2007. Associated Construction Publications (4/14)
Dubai arch bridge would be world's longest
Known for its over-the-top architectural aspirations, Dubai is planning what would become the world's longest arch structure. The Dubai Creek bridge would extend 2,188 feet, surpassing the the longest existing arch bridge -- China's Chaotianmen Yangtze River crossing -- by 410 feet. Engineering News-Record (4/10)
Massachusetts governor proposes $3.8B bridge repair bond
Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick was due to unveil a sweeping plan on Thursday to give 411 deteriorating bridges across the state much needed repairs. The $3.8 billion bond proposal would create 23,000 construction jobs, according to a draft of the plan. The Boston Globe/Associated Press (4/9)
Educational construction projects get funding in New York
Several major educational institutions' initiatives, including construction projects, will get funding under New York's new $121.7 billion state budget. Among the projects to get funding is a new business school building for the University of Albany. American City Business Journals (4/10)
New York says no to LNG platform
New York Gov. David Paterson has rejected a proposal from Shell and TransCanada to build the Broadwater LNG platform, saying he wants to protect Long Island Sound. Connecticut's governor praised the decision, the latest setback for the energy industry's efforts to build a terminal off North America's eastern shores to import supplies of natural gas. Reuters (4/10)
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Americans delaying retirement in uncertain economy
Americans are delaying retirement as the stock market and home prices continue to slide. The number of people between the ages of 55 and 64 in the work force rose to 64.8% in February, up 1.5 percentage points from last April. That translates into more than 1 million additional people in the job pool. The Wall Street Journal (4/1)
Lead-safety construction rule to take effect in 2010
Under a new EPA rule to take effect in April 2010, workers performing renovation and repair activities in buildings constructed before 1978 will be required to follow lead-safe practice standards. The measure is aimed to reduce exposure to dangerous levels of lead. FacilitiesNet (4/10)
World Trade Center mock-ups tested for durability
Two full-size mock-ups of sections of the new World Trade Center have been undergoing testing in recent months to make sure they can withstand everything from earthquakes to explosions. The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey says both mock-ups have so far performed well. The New York Times (4/9)
Florida gasoline pipeline gets outfitted to carry ethanol
Kinder Morgan's Central Florida Pipeline Co. is replacing pumps, seals, gaskets and other parts in its Florida pipeline in preparation for ethanol shipments to begin by the end of the year. Once the pipeline is retrofitted, CFP will clean and test it before starting ethanol transport. Oil & Gas Journal (4/9)
Senate passes housing bill
Home builders and other businesses would get tax breaks under a bill approved by the Senate on Thursday. The bill seeks to shore up the struggling housing market and includes a $7,000 tax credit for buyers of foreclosed homes, $150 million for counseling borrowers and $4 billion for local governments to buy foreclosed properties. Congressional Democrats say it does not offer enough direct assistance to homeowners, and the White House has expressed strong opposition to the bill. The New York Times (4/11) The Washington Post (4/11)
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North Carolina students in bridge-building competition
Students in middle and high schools around North Carolina are due to compete in a statewide model bridge building competition. The even is designed to build awareness and interest in transportation careers. American City Business Journals (4/10)
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