Lake Orion businesses organize recovery after May water-main break
A 42-inch water-main break disrupted service in Lake Orion and Orion Township on May 10. After reopening, local groups planned recovery events for affected businesses.
Infrastructure, Housing & Transportation
Roads, transit, utilities, broadband, housing, construction, zoning, public works, ports, rail, and capital projects.
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DeKalb approves 114-acre ChicagoWest business center and travel-center development
The DeKalb City Council approved annexation, zoning and development plans for an approximately 114-acre project at Peace Road and Fairview Drive.
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Nisswa puts proposed municipal water system on hold after losing $4.8 million federal request
Nisswa was not selected for a requested $4.8 million federal contribution toward a proposed $6 million water system near Highway 371 and County Road 77.
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Onarga TIF report lists downtown, pool and sewer projects
An Illinois Comptroller report documents five Onarga TIF project categories, including Route 54 lighting, Seminary Avenue sidewalks, Durham Park Pool repairs and sewer assistance.
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Lake Oswego’s Foothills district plan reaches August council and planning milestones
Lake Oswego has released preliminary Foothills redevelopment concepts ahead of a City Council study session on Aug. 4 and a Planning Commission work session on Aug. 10, 2026.
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Shakopee awards $481,804 contract for Safe Routes changes near three schools
The Shakopee City Council awarded a construction contract for lane changes, new pedestrian crossings and a sidewalk extension near Sweeney Elementary, Shakopee High School and Sun Path Elementary.
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Krum’s Hopkins Road closure expected to end before Aug. 12 school reopening
Krum closed Hopkins Road south of Victory Way on June 15 for a realignment project. The city expects the road to reopen before Krum ISD classes resume Aug. 12.
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Westmont approves downtown rezoning package aimed at concentrating growth near train station
The Village Board approved three downtown zoning districts and related comprehensive-plan amendments on July 9, setting a new framework for future development near the Metra station and along Burlington Avenue and Quincy Street.
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Rio Grande City begins $500,000 Britton Avenue downtown revitalization project
Construction is underway on Rio Grande City’s Britton Avenue Revitalization Project, funded by a $500,000 state grant awarded in 2024.
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Georgetown pauses new cottage-housing reviews as council reconsiders tiny-home rules
A 4-1 Georgetown Town Council vote pauses review of new cottage-housing proposals and sends the town’s ordinance to a working group for possible changes.
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Montpelier selects DEW Properties for exclusive negotiations on Country Club Road housing project
The Montpelier City Council voted unanimously on July 22 to authorize exclusive negotiations with DEW Properties, advancing the Country Club Road housing project without granting final approval or construction authorization.
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Caltrans advances $8.2 million Los Alamos Highway 135 pedestrian and bicycle connection
Caltrans has advanced a planned 0.73-mile pedestrian and bicycle project along Highway 135 intended to connect Los Alamos homes, downtown and Olga Reed Elementary School.
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Lexington’s Main Street Safety Corridor Project Redesigns Roadway Between Castor Road and Plymouth Street
The Village of Lexington announced a roadway redesign for Main Street between Castor Road and Plymouth Street, with fewer through lanes, a center turn lane and bike lanes planned for both sides.
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Highland Heights, Mayfield Heights Continue Ridgebury Boulevard Resurfacing Through August
Joint resurfacing on Ridgebury Boulevard began during the week of June 11, 2026, and is scheduled to continue through August, with possible lane restrictions and travel delays.
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Falcon Development buys 115 acres in Rocky Mount for proposed project
Falcon Development acquired 115 acres in Rocky Mount for about $4.5 million and is pursuing a mixed-use project with housing, apartments and retail.
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Mooresville High begins year with revised traffic plan
Mooresville High School started the 2026-27 school year with revised parking access from three streets, a change intended to improve traffic flow and student safety.
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San Jacinto water-rate proposal went to Aug. 4 public hearing
San Jacinto proposed water-rate changes and scheduled a Proposition 218 hearing for Aug. 4, but the available records do not confirm a final council decision.
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West Sacramento Publishes Draft Five-Year Housing Plan
West Sacramento published a draft plan for housing and community development from 2026 through 2030, beginning a public review process before adoption.
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New Brunswick seeks bids for Jersey Avenue water-main project
New Brunswick has opened bidding for Phase III of its Jersey Avenue water-main replacement project, with proposals due August 26, 2026.
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Louisville weighs temporary pause on new data-center approvals
Louisville officials are considering a temporary pause on some new data-center approvals while the city reviews land-use rules, safeguards and neighborhood impacts.
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New Orleans launches multi-phase Canal Street revitalization plan
Mayor Helena Moreno’s new Canal Street strategy combines safety, repairs, business recruitment, vacant-space reuse and beautification in phases.
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Pittsburgh Receives $2.3 Million for Infrastructure Projects
Pittsburgh received a $2.3 million infrastructure award as its 2026 capital budget directs nearly half of spending to engineering and construction.