Broadband expansion to reach “every Alabama address” within six years
The FCC is mandating 100 percent coverage of internet with download speeds of at least 25 megabits per second.
Infrastructure
ACCA past president breaks down ARPA funding for counties
ACCA past president Randy Vest said premium pay and jail and courthouse ventilation have been high priorities for counties so far.
ALM director: Alabama cities are bouncing back better than before
The Alabama League of Municipalities executive director said cities are taking advantage of federal dollars to make improvements to quality of life.
Sen. Shelby announces $27 million for Alabama in DOT RAISE grants
The grants total $27,179,948, to fund efforts for infrastructure improvements in Alabama.
August 10, 2022
Rep. Sewell, EPA, USDA, announce Rural Wastewater Infrastructure Initiative
The new wastewater infrastructure initiative aims to address broken and failing wastewater systems in rural Alabama.
August 3, 2022
Eastern Shore, Mobile MPOs approve new I-10 and Bayway Project
Wednesday’s vote marks the adoption of that framework into a formal plan forward.
July 28, 2022
Port of Mobile gains new Central American service
The Alabama Port Authority is pleased to announce new ocean service to and from Central America for containerized cargo shippers.
May 19, 2022
Shelby: FAA grants Alabama $12.5 million for statewide airport infrastructure upgrades
The 26 grants were awarded to 25 local airports in Alabama, amounting to $12,508,131.
May 13, 2022
Report: Alabama’s Black Belt infrastructure needs investments, attention
The Education Policy Center report notes Alabama has made strides since 2019 toward addressing infrastructure problems, but more is needed.
Hundreds of systems apply for $225 million to repair, upgrade water, sewer infrastructure
Nearly 400 public water and sewer systems across the state of Alabama have applied for grants to repair and upgrade their systems.
March 30, 2022