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Newman University Receives $1.2M Towards Higher Education Access for Southwest Kansas Initiative

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
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Today Newman University learned that it will receive $1,200,000 for the Newman University Higher Education Access for Western Kansas Initiative, a comprehensive effort to bring bachelor’s degree programs and updated technology to the underserved area of Southwest Kansas.

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  • Today Newman University learned that it will receive $1,200,000 for the Newman University Higher Education Access for Western Kansas Initiative, a comprehensive effort to bring bachelor’s degree programs and updated technology to the underserved area of Southwest Kansas.
  • Southwest Kansas is in dire need of higher education opportunities.
  • This initiative provides Newman University with an opportunity to combat these statistics and meet the needs of Southwest Kansas students where they live by partnering with Garden City Community College, Dodge City Community College and Seward County Community College.
  • These programs will greatly benefit the entire Southwest Kansas community, as higher education will focus on a curriculum that directly reflects local business needs.

An Incredible Show of Partnership for Port Houston

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
White House, Federal Government, Public Policy, Government, State, Local, Maritime, Other Policy Issues, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transport, Carbon, Corps, Partnership, Bayport Terminal, News, Container, Environmental quality, Engineer, Pollution, Water, Multimedia

The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority met on Tuesday, March 26, for its regular monthly meeting.

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  • The Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority met on Tuesday, March 26, for its regular monthly meeting.
  • Later, Port Houston issued a statement reflecting the same sentiment.
  • He highlighted an incredible show of partnership among Congressmembers, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and Port Houston to get this work done, resulting in positive economic impacts for the region.
  • Port Houston’s partners at the Army Corps were also commended for keeping Project 11 and the dredging of the Houston Ship Channel moving forward.

Iteris Awarded $9.6 Million Contract by the Orange County Transportation Authority for Countywide Smart Mobility Initiative

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
IOT (Internet of Things), Construction & Property, Data Management, State, Local, Technology, Professional Services, Public Policy, Government, Artificial Intelligence, General Automotive, Transport, Urban Planning, Automotive, Software, Networks, Public Transport, Data Analytics, OCTA, Software as a service, Travel, Artificial intelligence, City, Cloud computing, Safety, Multimedia

Iteris, Inc. (NASDAQ: ITI), the world’s trusted technology ecosystem for smart mobility infrastructure management, today announced it has been awarded a new contract by the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) for an unprecedented countywide traffic signal synchronization project that will ultimately increase efficiency, safety and sustainability across the entire county.

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  • Iteris, Inc. (NASDAQ: ITI), the world’s trusted technology ecosystem for smart mobility infrastructure management, today announced it has been awarded a new contract by the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) for an unprecedented countywide traffic signal synchronization project that will ultimately increase efficiency, safety and sustainability across the entire county.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240327712567/en/
    Iteris Awarded $9.6 Million Contract by the Orange County Transportation Authority for Countywide Smart Mobility Initiative (Photo: Business Wire)
    Under the terms of the $9.6 million agreement, Iteris will provide signal timing design, operations and maintenance for all 34 cities in Orange County, California, one of the most populous counties in the entire United States.
  • The ClearGuide solution is a key component of Iteris’ ClearMobility® Platform , the world’s most complete solution to continuously monitor, visualize and optimize mobility infrastructure.
  • “We’re excited to be working with the Orange County Transportation Authority on this important smart mobility initiative,” said Bernard Li, vice president, mobility professional services at Iteris.

WorkForce Software Receives Additional Industry Awards for Top HR Software Company of 2024 and Top Workforce Management Provider

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
Public Policy, Government, Software, Human Resources, State, Local, Data Management, Professional Services, Technology, Organization, Communication, Best, News, Workforce, Management

WorkForce Software , the #1 rated workforce management solution for large employers, is pleased to announce it was named a Top 25 HR Software Company in 2024 by The Software Report and was also recognized as a Top HR and Workforce Management Brand in 2024 by DHRmap.

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  • WorkForce Software , the #1 rated workforce management solution for large employers, is pleased to announce it was named a Top 25 HR Software Company in 2024 by The Software Report and was also recognized as a Top HR and Workforce Management Brand in 2024 by DHRmap.
  • WorkForce Software stands out for its highly configurable modern workforce management solutions that enable large employers to support complex pay, union and regulatory requirements, as well as capabilities to rapidly improve employee engagement and communications for the world’s largest employers.
  • WorkForce Software’s solutions offer comprehensive capabilities for large, global employers designed to optimize labor through flexible scheduling, time and attendance, absence management and integrated employee communications.
  • Remaining at the forefront of innovation, WorkForce Software is redefining workforce management by leading the way in providing trusted and proven solutions that enable organizations to effectively manage and engage their most valuable asset—their employees.

Equinor Establishes Major Union Partnership for New York’s First Offshore Wind Hub

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
Public Policy, Government, Other Energy, Utilities, State, Local, Alternative Energy, Energy, Maritime, Transport, SBMT, Ecosystem, Business development, Wind, Commerce, Inflation, Empire Wind, South Brooklyn Marine Terminal, Veteran, NYCEDC, BCTC, Partnership, Grid Systems, BOND, MWBE, OSW, Woman, Project Labor Agreement, Workforce, General Electric, Economic development, Empire State, Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce, Integration, Skanska, Housing, New Yorker, Health, PLA, Environment, Greater New York, Empire, NYCHA, Renewable energy

The revitalized SBMT will play a key role in Equinor’s development of the Empire Wind offshore wind project as a staging and assembly site and as a home for the project’s operations and maintenance base.

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  • The revitalized SBMT will play a key role in Equinor’s development of the Empire Wind offshore wind project as a staging and assembly site and as a home for the project’s operations and maintenance base.
  • This first-of-its-kind PLA for Equinor is a commitment to building SBMT responsibly with the help of New York’s highly skilled union construction workforce.
  • “As the hub for Empire Wind, SBMT will play a transformational role in the development of the offshore wind industry and deliver more than renewable energy generated off New York’s shores.
  • The local union affiliates represent approximately 100,000 union construction workers in the New York City region.

Jim Curtin Named National Sports Ambassador for L.E.A.D. (Law Enforcement Against Drugs & Violence)

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
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Jim Curtin, one of the best known and most successful coaches in Major League Soccer (MLS), has been named “National Sports Ambassador” for L.E.A.D.

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  • Jim Curtin, one of the best known and most successful coaches in Major League Soccer (MLS), has been named “National Sports Ambassador” for L.E.A.D.
  • “Jim’s track record speaks for itself as both a leader and role model,” said Nick DeMauro, CEO of L.E.A.D.
  • “His ability to both work with children and his respect for law enforcement make him the perfect person to lend support to our program,” added Mr. DeMauro.
  • provides services “On The Street” and “In The Classroom” as it brings law enforcement and communities closer together.

OWO Announces New President Danielle Dattilio As Organization is Awarded California State Grant

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Friday, March 29, 2024
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One With the Ocean (OWO) is proud to introduce Danielle Dattilio as its new President, taking the baton from founder Bryan Mineo.

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  • One With the Ocean (OWO) is proud to introduce Danielle Dattilio as its new President, taking the baton from founder Bryan Mineo.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240327167556/en/
    Bryan commented on the new appointment: "OWO is an inclusive water community that grew from a small weekly meetup group to a national organization with 20 chapters.
  • I’m proud to have launched this movement and even prouder to pass the torch to Danielle.
  • She first joined OWO in 2018 when training for an Ironman event, which she completed in May 2019.

Project Cypress DAC Hub Team Awarded Funding from U.S. Department of Energy

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
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Funding for Project Cypress is a result of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law’s Regional Direct Air Capture (DAC) Hubs program.

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  • Funding for Project Cypress is a result of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law’s Regional Direct Air Capture (DAC) Hubs program.
  • Project Cypress is eligible for up to $600 million in matched federal investment under this funding opportunity.
  • Leaders of Project Cypress are determining final siting and storage options in Louisiana, with selected sites including privately owned land in Calcasieu Parish.
  • The CEC will serve as an advisory body for Project Cypress, ensuring that the community has a voice in development decisions about the DAC Hub.

Avangrid Submits Multiple Proposals for Transformative New England Wind Projects to Regional Offshore Wind Solicitation

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
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Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE: AGR), a leading sustainable energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, today submitted multiple proposals for mature, transformative New England Wind projects to the Massachusetts-Connecticut-Rhode Island multi-state solicitation for offshore wind power.

Key Points: 
  • Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE: AGR), a leading sustainable energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, today submitted multiple proposals for mature, transformative New England Wind projects to the Massachusetts-Connecticut-Rhode Island multi-state solicitation for offshore wind power.
  • Avangrid submitted a bid for New England Wind 1, a second bid for New England Wind 1 and 2 combined, and additional bids for single-state procurements in Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island.
  • “In powering up the first-in-the-nation Vineyard Wind 1 project, Avangrid proved that American offshore wind is possible.
  • New England Wind 1 will create more than 4,400 full-time equivalent jobs, and bring $3 billion of direct investment to the region.

Vehicle Management Solutions Strengthens Presence in Texas and Enters Georgia Markets

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
Other Transport, Automotive, Finance, General Automotive, Transport, Law Enforcement, Emergency Services, Professional Services, Public Policy, Government, State, Local, Fleet Management, Growth, VMS, Acquisition, PPI, Police, Lease

Vehicle Management Solutions LLC (“VMS”), a portfolio company of Mill Point Capital LLC, (“Mill Point”) announced the acquisition of Grant Street Companies, LLC (the “Company” or “Grant Street”), a leading provider of police and private property impound (“PPI”) vehicle storage management and a subsidiary of Summit Vehicle Solutions.

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  • Vehicle Management Solutions LLC (“VMS”), a portfolio company of Mill Point Capital LLC, (“Mill Point”) announced the acquisition of Grant Street Companies, LLC (the “Company” or “Grant Street”), a leading provider of police and private property impound (“PPI”) vehicle storage management and a subsidiary of Summit Vehicle Solutions.
  • The acquisition fortifies VMS’ position as the leading player in vehicle management services in Texas and marks its entry into the high-growth Georgia market.
  • "We are thrilled to welcome Grant Street Companies into the Vehicle Management Solutions family," said Kevin Corcoran, Chief Executive Officer of VMS.
  • "We firmly believe Vehicle Management Solutions is the right partner for Grant Street Companies," added Trevor Forbes, Chief Executive Officer of Summit Vehicle Solutions.