Sioux Falls water project sets tentative Phase 2 start for early August
Sioux Falls has identified early August 2026 as the tentative start for a West Side water-meter building tied to a Phase 2 transmission-main project.
Infrastructure, Housing & Transportation
Roads, transit, utilities, broadband, housing, construction, zoning, public works, ports, rail, and capital projects.
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Fontana navigation center advances toward early 2027 opening
Fontana and San Bernardino County advanced a property agreement for a West End navigation center planned at 11109 Jasmine Street.
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Frisco Extends Anthem Drive Closure at King Road by Two Months
Frisco extended the Anthem Drive closure at King Road after underground utility conflicts delayed paving, changing access for Frisco Lakes residents.
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DOE orders emergency power measures across 17 states during July heat emergency
The Energy Department directed Southwest Power Pool to dispatch specified generation and authorize backup resources as extreme heat strained grid reliability.
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HUD Lists New FHA Loss-Mitigation Requirements for Mortgage Servicers
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has listed Mortgagee Letter 2026-08, a federal policy update concerning loss mitigation for FHA-insured mortgages. The available notice does not yet show the changes’ effective date, affected assistance options or borrower eligibility rules.
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FTA opens applications for $610 million to modernize U.S. bus systems
The Federal Transit Administration announced a nationwide funding opportunity for bus purchases, facilities, equipment and low- or no-emission projects, with applications due Sept. 21, 2026.
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Westminster Mall Demolition Reported as Bolsa Pacific Plan Advances
Reported demolition at the former Westminster Mall site marks a transition toward Bolsa Pacific, a proposed mixed-use project with housing, retail and open space.
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Second crew to begin work on Bloomington’s American Boulevard project
A second construction crew is scheduled to begin installing jacking and receiving pits in Bloomington’s American Boulevard area on Aug. 3.
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St. Louis Park advances full replacement of zoning-code chapter
St. Louis Park posted a proposal replacing all of its zoning-code chapter for a second City Council reading, but adoption has not been confirmed.
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Stillwater sets Aug. 19 grand opening for airport terminal
Stillwater will hold a grand-opening ceremony for its new regional airport terminal at 10 a.m. Aug. 19 at 2026 W Airport Road.
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Columbia approves $49.2 million infrastructure-focused budget
Columbia City Council approved a 2026-27 budget directing about $49.2 million toward wastewater, roads, bridges, police facilities and equipment.
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Watsonville starts two construction projects as infrastructure work advances
Watsonville announced two construction projects beginning July 6, giving residents advance notice of city work affecting facilities and transportation conditions.
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Paramount’s Clearwater Specific Plan Takes Effect
Paramount’s Clearwater Specific Plan is now in effect after City Council approval, creating a long-term framework for housing and mixed-use redevelopment.
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Ontario approves 189-acre Eucalyptus Business Park plan
Ontario City Council approved a specific plan for nearly 2.94 million square feet of business-park development across an approximately 189-acre site.
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Huntington Beach Senior Housing Faces July Affordability Deadline
A proposed one-year extension could preserve affordability covenants at Five Points Senior Villas, a 164-unit senior housing community on Florida Street.
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Oxnard Seeks HUD Release for $2 Million Food Share Project
Oxnard plans to ask HUD to release $2 million for Food Share Ventura County’s proposed warehouse and headquarters at two vacant local parcels.
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Overland Park advances regional-pool plan as Stonegate’s future narrows
Overland Park officials advanced a regional-pool strategy that would shape Bluejacket Park and eventually close Stonegate Pool, pending a final council vote.
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Amarillo homelessness programs reach final federal funding stage
Amarillo’s Continuum of Care is set to approve 2026 project rankings, affecting which local homelessness and housing programs advance for federal funding.
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Fayetteville expands water and sewer connection aid for homeowners
Fayetteville updated its water and sewer connection assistance program, widening access for some owner-occupied homes in annexed and utility-extension areas.
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Des Moines Council to Hear Appeal of Hyper Energy Bar Drive-Thru Denial
Hyper Energy Bar is appealing a Des Moines zoning denial for a proposed downtown site, saying drive-thru service is essential to its business model.
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Spokane homelessness board reaches FY2026 funding decision
The Spokane Regional Continuum of Care set its FY2026 project rankings as the city warns proposed federal changes could put about $3 million at risk.
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Huntsville advances North Huntsville plan for 1,800 proposed homes
A reported July City Council action moved forward a North Huntsville development spanning more than 500 acres, with infrastructure planning still ahead.