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https://www.gib.management/ardendale-development | 2019-03-22T06:29:20 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-13/segments/1552912202635.43/warc/CC-MAIN-20190322054710-20190322080710-00025.warc.gz | 0.950414 | 167 | CC-MAIN-2019-13 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-13__0__152846265 | en | Ardendale Oaks Development
The 200-acre Ardendale Development will be the home to many businesses, retail stores, and educational centers. It is anchored by Baton Rouge Community College's first completed school, the McKay Automotive Training Center. In addition, a second BRCC school has been funded with plans for a third. Adjoining those schools will be the recently approved East Baton Rouge Parish high school, the Ardendale Career Technical Educational Center. This entirely new community is planned to have a balance of property between retail grocery and convenience stores, restaurants, and residential living. Ardendale will be the most vibrant and high end community locating between Florida Boulevard and the City of Zachary, and Ardendale Oaks Apartments is conveniently located just across the boulevard!
McKay Automotive Training Center
East Baton Rouge Career and Technical Education Center | urban_planning |
http://archangel641.blogspot.com/2019/02/worlds-largest-surfing-lagoon-to-be.html | 2023-12-01T06:00:28 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100276.12/warc/CC-MAIN-20231201053039-20231201083039-00110.warc.gz | 0.943766 | 279 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__91060766 | en | Wavegarden has already started construction on artificial surf parks in the UK and Australia, with others in the works. Now the Spanish firm is taking things up a notch, as it's begun development on a Korean project that will reportedly be the world's largest surfing lagoon.
Known as Wavegarden Cove, the lagoon will be the centrepiece of the new €2.1 billion (~US$2.4 billion) Turtle Island attraction, located about an hour's drive from Seoul in the South Korean province of Gyeonggi. Built on land reclaimed from the ocean, Turtle Island will also feature hotels, convention centres and marinas.
Plans call for the lagoon to incorporate multiple surfing areas, each of which will have waves of different sizes, shapes and strengths for surfers of various skill levels (the photo above is from an existing Wavegarden facility).
Snow plow-like "wavefoils" will move back and forth on underwater tracks, generating up to 1,000 "ocean-like" waves per hour. Some of the energy generated by those waves will be recovered in order to minimize electricity use, and to help power the water treatment system.
Turtle Island was officially announced last November, and is being built by Korean theme park developer Daewon Plus Construction. It is scheduled to open in 2020. | urban_planning |
https://www.twic.co.in/water-supply/ | 2024-02-21T11:16:21 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947473472.21/warc/CC-MAIN-20240221102433-20240221132433-00228.warc.gz | 0.867066 | 1,338 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__28039598 | en | Major Project casestudy in Water Supply
NRW assessment / Water supply Improvement related advisory services :
- DPR preparation for 26 municipalities for water supply distribution improvement works under various RDMA regions in the State of Tamilnadu.
- DPR preparation for Dedicated water supply scheme for Erode city municipal corporation and Salem corporation.
- Assessment of Non-Revenue of Water (NRW) and Leak Management study (Nanded & Arcot Municipality, T.Nagar Smart city area in Chennai, Thoothukudi Corporation )
- Conducting Water Auditing for existing water supply systems (27 AMRUT cities in Tamilnadu)
- Preparation Water distribution Management Plan with District Metering Area concepts (Arcot Municipality & For Major 9 corporations in the state of Tamilnadu)
- Conducted training programme in areas of NRW and Water distribution modeling to Municipal and city Engineers of the major ULBs in the state of Tamilnadu during the year 2018-19.
- Project Management Consultant for the Water supply improvement schemes for the Thanjavur city Municipal corporation under Smart city mission and Kumbakonam Municipality under AMRUT scheme.
CASE STUDIES OF MAJOR PROJECTS IN WATER SUPPLY:
End to end Water supply Scheme
|Project Name : Tiruppur Water Supply & Sewerage Project
|Project location within the Country : Tiruppur, Tamilnadu
|Name of the Client : Government of Tamilnadu Department of Municipal Administration & Water Supply
|Project period : 2000 to 2009
|Description of project :
To design and implement water supply of total capacity of 185MLD to different categories of consumers namely Tiruppur Municipality – 41MLD, Industries in and around Tiruppur – 100MLD and Enroute Villages – 44MLD
To design and implement sewerage system of 15MLD capacity for Tiruppur Municipality and of collection system length of 123Km
|Description of actual services provided :
Total responsibility for (i) Project planning (ii) Resource mobilization (iii) Site Survey and assess requirements of consumers (iv) Detailed design and drawings (v) Bid process management (vi) Project implementation
(24x7) Continuous Supply With Water Demand & Water Distribution Management
|Project Name: Preparation of Detailed designs of various project components like Intake Transmission Main, 24 x 7 Water Supply Distribution System along with Specification, Bill of Quantities and Drawings for approval to DWSD for Chhota Govindpur and Bagbera Piped Water Supply Scheme in East Singhbhum district of Jharkhand State.
|Project location within the Country: Chhota Govindpur & Bagbera, Jharkhand,India
|Name of the Client: IWL – IL&FS Water
|Project Period: 2015
|Detailed narrative description of project:
Preparation of Detailed designs of various project components like Intake Transmission Main, 24 x 7 Water Supply Distribution System along with Specification, Bill of Quantities and Drawings for approval to DWSD for Chhota Govindpur and Bagbera piped water supply scheme in East Singhbhum district of Jharkhand State.
|Description of actual services provided:
M/s Tamilnadu Water Investment Company Limited was appointed as Consultant by IL&FS Water Limited for the Preparation of Detailed Designs for various project components like Intake, WTP, Transmission Main, 24×7 Water Supply Distribution System. The works include Supervision and validation of the necessary field survey works like contour survey, Topographical survey, Bathymetry survey based on DGPS survey/levels and using Advanced Total Station equipment, Geotechnical Investigation and Testing and Analysis of Water Samples, creating base map from Google Map, Door to Door Consumer/ Property Survey/ assessment to Collect Baseline population, transferring and converting all data to GIS format and creation of Web Interface for mounting the assessment data and reporting, Design & optimization of Intake structure, Optimization of Clear Water Feeder Main, Elevated Service Reservoirs, Distribution system Hydraulic Modelling & Deign with DMA based design for better control with optimization of pipe sizes, No. of valves and fittings like Orifice Plates, PRV, FCV to run proper 24×7 water supply scheme.
District Metered Area(DMA) based water distribution designs. & Water Auditing, Active leakage control& NRW Reduction strategies
|Project Name: Consultancy services for Improving the existing water supply system in the T.nagar smart city area in Chennai.
|Project location within the Country: T. Nagar ,Chennai City
|Name of the Client: Chennai Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board – CMWSSB
|Project Period: 2018
|Description of actual services provided:
The project area T.Nagar – ABD (Area Based Development) is a smart city area that basically consists mainly of T.Nagar & Mambalam which is central neighborhood in the city of Chennai. The project area is of 7 Sq.Km & is considered to be biggest shopping centre in the state of Tamil Nadu. The number of streets covered is 425 Nos & the total length of roads and streets is about 135 Km with the population of 200,000 people. T Nagar has been selected for Area Based Development under Govt. Of India’s Smart City mission.
As part of this project, TWIC carried out preliminary investigations and works which include base map creation, LIDAR based topographical survey, GIS-based door to door consumer survey, Rapid assessment of NRW / Water Audit (Flow & Pressure measurement), Pipe condition assessment through CCTV inspection, Asset identification through Ground Penetration Radar (GPR), Energy Audit, Trial pits, Geotechnical Investigation and Water and Waste Water Quality Analysis.
Based on the field work findings and data collected and analysis done by M/s.TWIC on the existing water supply infrastructures, a Detailed Project Report (DPR) was conceptualized for a smart water distribution to provide continuous water supply in the T.Nagar-ABD area that includes uninterrupted continuous water supply through establishment of DMA based network, active leakage program, water quality monitoring, SCADA & water distribution management, smart meters, smart billing system including instrumentation and automation. | urban_planning |
https://www.ew-water.com/services/rain-recovery-pumping-systems/ | 2024-03-04T00:46:45 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947476409.38/warc/CC-MAIN-20240304002142-20240304032142-00473.warc.gz | 0.912514 | 395 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__78075076 | en | Custom rainwater harvesting systems
Rainwater harvesting has been used around the world for centuries. Cisterns and other rain collection systems are widely used in Europe, Asia, Australia, and many other regions where residents often depend solely on rain for their day to day water needs.
When water supply is limited or unpredictable, rainwater harvesting can provide the answer. Rainwater harvesting systems provide non-potable stormwater containment, which can be used for irrigation, washing cars, flushing toilets, washing clothes, and pressure washing. It can also be purified to use as drinking water.
Rainwater harvesting is also an environmentally-conscious and cost-effective means of collecting rain and snow from various surfaces and storing it for later use.
Easterday-Wilson Water Services designs and installs custom rainwater harvesting systems for residences, as well as large commercial and industrial properties.
How it works
Our water experts install custom, cast-in-place concrete subterranean storage tanks that can range from 500 to 600,000 gallons.
We then design a pumping system to provide water for your needs.
We install booster pumps to create pressure for irrigation and other non-potable purposes, including:
- Washing cars
- Pressure washing the house
- Indoor plumbing (flushing toilets, etc.)
If needed, we can supplement your rainwater harvesting system with well water, providing sustainability during times of drought.
The benefits of rainwater harvesting systems:
- Efficient use of free, pure water
- Saves money on utilities
- Reduces the effects of erosion and runoff
- No pollutants, contaminants, or sediment
- Prolongs the life of your water-dependent appliances and equipment
- Boosts the value of your home or property
When you decide the time is right to invest in a rainwater collection system, Easterday-Wilson has the knowledge and experience to help you plan for hundreds of rainy days. | urban_planning |
http://ijmed.org/articles/613/ | 2019-02-23T15:53:16 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-09/segments/1550249504746.91/warc/CC-MAIN-20190223142639-20190223164639-00202.warc.gz | 0.923933 | 191 | CC-MAIN-2019-09 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-09__0__1777740 | en | Simulation Evacuation Modeling of a Commercial Shopping District to Safe Zones
March 2013 (VOL. 31, NO. 1)
Commercial shopping districts offer challenges for emergency planners to plan for the evacuation of short-notice emergency events. This paper illustrates a simulation analysis of the evacuation a large commercial shopping district, which focuses on street and parking lot vehicle traffic. Microscopic simulation is used to track the behaviors of vehicles evacuating from parking lots to safe zones. Evacuation scenarios investigate evacuation strategies by varying factors involving the occupancy rate of parking lots, inbound traffic control, and destination assignment policy. The performance of the evacuating vehicles is measured by an evacuation risk profile including the most problematic parking lots in terms of evacuation time. A trade-off analysis illustrates the effectiveness of the evacuation strategies in terms of costs, time, and risk. The simulation results indicate that an optimized destination assignment policy can alleviate traffic congestion and reduce total evacuation time. | urban_planning |
https://ieltsmasterhcm.com/tai-lieu-hoc-tieng-anh/ielts-writing/ielts-writing-de-thi-23-05-2019.html | 2019-08-19T12:30:22 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-35/segments/1566027314732.59/warc/CC-MAIN-20190819114330-20190819140330-00160.warc.gz | 0.96672 | 478 | CC-MAIN-2019-35 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-35__0__102565794 | en | CẬP NHẬT ĐỀ THI VÀ BÀI MẪU IELTS WRITING TASK 2 NGÀY 23/05/2019
Essay topics (23-05-2019) In many cities, there is little control over the design and construction of new houses. Some people think that people can choose to build houses in their own styles instead of building them with the same as the old house style in local areas. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Different countries have distinct cultures, and these are reflected in various aspects of life, including house designs. In yesteryears, people often designed their houses based on geographical and traditional considerations. However, with the advent of technology, exchanges among cultures have become very swift and beyond control; thus, influencing the way people build and adorn their homes. In my opinion, having a single house design in cities is more advantageous than having several ones. Though variety exhibits the creativity of people in the place, uniformity is still more beneficial in as much as economics, safety, and maintenance are concerned.
In terms of economics, cities can save more spaces if they regulate the sizes of houses that can be built in their jurisdictions. Available spaces can be used for commercial purposes, which will eventually result in more job opportunities. Means of living, I think, is more important than grand designs.
Moreover, having uniformity promotes safety. If only houses duly designed by national and local authorities shall be constructed, the citizens can be assured of the quality of the buildings. The agency in charge of urban development knows better the type of structure that would best withstand possible calamities, which might strike the place.
Finally, maintaining houses can be done quickly if there is uniformity. The city leaders can help provide affordable materials for repainting and repairing houses. By doing this, the overall aesthetics of the region are bound to be preserved, and hence, dramatically contributes to avoiding cities looking like squatter areas – disorganized, untidy, and crowded.
In conclusion, the only advantage of having multiple designs of houses in cities is showcasing the creativity of people, but the benefits of having a single design are far more significant. Following a model house from the government is good for the economy, is safer, and promotes easy maintenance. | urban_planning |
http://factoriomods.net/roadworks-mod/ | 2018-12-09T23:46:21 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-51/segments/1544376823228.36/warc/CC-MAIN-20181209232026-20181210013526-00289.warc.gz | 0.944161 | 160 | CC-MAIN-2018-51 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-51__0__29310163 | en | RoadWorks is a mod focusing on adding the base connection infrastructure currently missing from Factorio. The mod expands on the car aspect of the game, adding features such as paved roads or speedometers.
RoadWorks also adds limestone, which is a new kind of ore used to make concrete. Once the Hydraulic Cement research is done, limestone can to be burned into quicklime, which is then mixed with water and stone in a chemical plant to make concrete. At the moment, concrete is only used in pavement crafting, but eventually it will also be used in bridge construction and possibly other recipes. Concrete pavement needs 4 concrete blocks for crafting and speeds up both cars and players by 30%. Note that you do not need the Oil Refining technology to build the chemical plants needed to create concrete. | urban_planning |
https://www.adven.com/en/references/heat-areim-kista-1/ | 2020-09-24T16:58:56 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-40/segments/1600400219691.59/warc/CC-MAIN-20200924163714-20200924193714-00531.warc.gz | 0.946422 | 208 | CC-MAIN-2020-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-40__0__277217815 | en | A renewable solution that increases property value
"Adven has the most environmentally friendly and economically beneficial solution for energy supply within commercial real estate."
In 2013, Adven converted Kista One, one of the largest office buildings in the Stockholm suburb of Kista, from district to local geothermal heating and cooling. Adven’s role in the project was to convert the property from traditional heating to green geothermal heating. Areim’s ambition has been to lower their energy consumption and to keep long-term control over their energy costs.
As a result of the switch of energy source, the building energy input has now been reduced by up to 75 percent and has given Areim the possibility to keep a good overview over their energy costs.
Thanks to the changing of energy source, as of February 2014, Kista One has achieved LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design ) certification Gold. The demand of the environmental property certifications is rising and is crucial for increasing property value and to attract large tenants. | urban_planning |
https://www.frener-reifer.com/news-en/burgkirchen-community-centre/ | 2023-11-28T19:18:32 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679099942.90/warc/CC-MAIN-20231128183116-20231128213116-00422.warc.gz | 0.92264 | 426 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__266385472 | en | BURGKIRCHEN COMMUNITY CENTRE
Municipality of Burgkirchen an der Alz
Arc Architekten Partnerschaft mbB Brennecke-Kilian-Kohlmeier-Leidl-Riesinger
Renovation of Glass Roof Construction
The aisle-shaped structure of the Burgkirchen Community Centre in Bavaria, housing areas for both public and private use, was designed by architect Manfred Brennecke and completed in 2005.
The entrance area of the Community Centre features a glass roof construction (approx. 260m²). In 2022, the municipality commissioned a general renovation of this glass roof.
FRENER & REIFER was awarded the contract for the development and implementation of a rehabilitation concept, including design-engineering, fabrication and installation.
The plan was to place new glass roofing on top of the existing steel structure, with all the required connections made to the existing building. The main challenge was to dismantle the 260 m² glass roof and install the new version – while guaranteeing not to interrupt the municipality’s ongoing business at any time. To achieve this, a surface scaffold with a temporary sealing plane and a drainage system including overflow outlets was erected. The load-bearing steel construction was the only part of the existing structure to be retained.
FRENER & REIFER provided a solution concept for the restoration of a fully functional glass roof construction. This was specially developed for non-standard requirements, with building-specific dimensioning adapted to the local site conditions.
The tested and certified FRENER & REIFER roof system consists of a primary and secondary drainage level made of stainless steel gutters. These are designed to ensure both flawless emergency drainage for the insufficient roof pitch (approx. 2.7°) and the functionality of the rebate ventilation.
Project Innovation: for the first time we fabricated a seal-welded channel construction with our newly acquired handheld laser welder. Advantage: a reduction in deformation (warping) combined with faster and safer execution of the weld seams. | urban_planning |
https://dinhdesign.ca/the-importance-of-obtaining-a-building-permit-before-starting-construction/ | 2024-04-13T19:34:56 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816832.57/warc/CC-MAIN-20240413180040-20240413210040-00873.warc.gz | 0.943407 | 468 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__3201325 | en | Before embarking on any construction project, it is crucial to obtain a building permit. A building permit is an official document issued by the local government or municipality that grants permission to proceed with construction or renovation activities. While it may seem like an unnecessary bureaucratic step, there are several important reasons why obtaining a building permit is essential.
Ensuring Safety and Compliance
One of the primary reasons to obtain a building permit is to ensure the safety of the structure and its occupants. Building codes and regulations are in place to establish minimum standards for construction, electrical systems, plumbing, and other aspects of a building. By obtaining a permit, you are required to adhere to these codes, which are designed to protect against potential hazards and ensure that the construction meets safety standards.
Avoiding Legal Issues and Penalties
Undertaking construction without the necessary permits can result in legal consequences and financial penalties. If you proceed without a permit and are discovered, you may be required to pay fines or even face the possibility of having to undo the construction work. Additionally, when it comes time to sell the property, potential buyers may request proof of permits, and the absence of permits can lead to complications and delays in the sale.
Quality Assurance and Expert Oversight
Obtaining a building permit often involves having plans reviewed by professionals, such as architects or engineers, who can ensure that the construction meets industry standards. This expert oversight can help identify potential flaws or issues before construction begins, saving you time and money in the long run. The permit process also allows for inspections at various stages of the project, ensuring that the work is being done correctly and to code.
Protecting Property Value
Having the proper permits in place can protect the value of your property. When a property is appraised, the presence of permits and the knowledge that the construction was done legally and up to code can positively impact its value. Conversely, if unpermitted work is discovered, it can raise concerns for potential buyers and lead to a decrease in property value.
In conclusion, obtaining a building permit before starting construction is not only a legal requirement but also a necessary step to ensure safety, compliance, and the protection of your property. It may involve some additional time and effort, but the benefits far outweigh the potential risks and complications that can arise from proceeding without the proper permits. | urban_planning |
http://www.hikelospadres.com/la-brea-road-gate-(miranda-pine-side).html | 2018-01-21T06:15:27 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-05/segments/1516084890314.60/warc/CC-MAIN-20180121060717-20180121080717-00271.warc.gz | 0.980824 | 127 | CC-MAIN-2018-05 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-05__0__251365580 | en | In August 2009 the La Brea Fire ripped through this part of the Forest and caused many of the roads and trails to close while the vegetation recovered. The 2011 floods wiped out large swaths of the La Brea Rd as it criss-crossed through the lower creek area. It was determined that the road was not fixable without a huge influx of money and ultimately the lower portion of La Brea Rd was permanently closed. This gate marks where the road was closed when coming down from the Miranda Pine area. Perhaps one day the road will connect again between Miranda Pine and Colson Canyon. Unfortunately that day is not now. | urban_planning |
http://www.classicsfproperties.com/listing/196490049-150290062/1403-de-haro-san-francisco-ca-94107/ | 2018-01-21T18:36:59 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-05/segments/1516084890823.81/warc/CC-MAIN-20180121175418-20180121195418-00577.warc.gz | 0.94696 | 151 | CC-MAIN-2018-05 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-05__0__193324322 | en | Remodeled 3 bedroom, 2 bath townhouse on 2 levels. Private garage with direct access into the lower level; additional parking spot in driveway. Main floor has living room, dining area, kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and maple cabinets. Bedroom on main level connects to a full bath, also accessible from the hallway. Lower level has 2 bedrooms and a full bath, accessible from one of the bedrooms and the lower hallway. Rear deck, patio and garden. Close to 101 and 280 freeways for fast commute Downtown or to the Peninsula. Parkview Heights was designed by the architectural firm of Wurster, Bernardi & Emmons and built in 1984. The development's amenities include a community garden, playground and guest parking. | urban_planning |
https://northridge20.peer.berkeley.edu/ | 2023-12-05T22:34:38 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100568.68/warc/CC-MAIN-20231205204654-20231205234654-00282.warc.gz | 0.903863 | 420 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__101384682 | en | 2014 is the twentieth anniversary of the January 17, 1994 Northridge earthquake
(M= 6.7 ; Los Angeles, CA ; 4:31 A.M.) that resulted in 57 deaths, thousands injured, and over $20 billion in direct damage. The event spurred important changes to the current practice of earthquake engineering and risk mitigation worldwide, including changes to building codes for steel structures and multi-unit wooden buildings, re-examination of near-field and basin effects for seismic sources, and radical modifications to the risk assessment and insurance sectors.
By bringing together policy makers, government officials, building officials, engineers, earth scientists, emergency managers, building owners, neighborhood and community leaders, and financial services industry professionals, Northridge 20 shared the impacts of the 1994 earthquake, highlighted accomplishments of the past two decades to better understand and reduce earthquake risks, and identified necessary steps forward to make our communities more resilient to future earthquakes.
Northridge 20 opened on Thursday, January 16, 2014 with a multidisciplinary plenary session, “Northridge Earthquake: Impacts, Outcomes, Next Steps,” and continued on Friday, January 17, 2014 with concurrent technical and educational sessions on a wide variety of related topics. The symposium was held at the University of California, Los Angeles.
Participating organizations included Applied Technology Council, the American Institute of Steel Construction, California Earthquake Authority, California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES), the California Seismic Safety Commission, Caltrans, City of LA Department of Building and Safety (LADBS), CVSIC, Earthquake Engineering Research Institute, Federal Alliance for Safe Homes (FLASH), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Los Angeles Tall Building Structural Design Council (LATBSDC), NEES, Pacific Earthquake Engineering Research Center (PEER), RenaissanceRe Risk Sciences Foundation, Southern California Earthquake Center (SCEC), the Structural Engineers Association of Southern California (SEAOSC), University of California, Los Angeles, the United States Geological Survey, and the Western States Seismic Policy Council. | urban_planning |
https://burtladner.com/1700-mcpherson-road.html | 2018-03-23T14:26:10 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-13/segments/1521257648313.85/warc/CC-MAIN-20180323141827-20180323161827-00231.warc.gz | 0.909633 | 160 | CC-MAIN-2018-13 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-13__0__84094882 | en | 1700 McPherson Road | Fantastic development opportunity - South Fort Worth
68.792 acres | 2,996,580 land sq.ft. | $1,349,000
Fantastic development opportunity. Located within Fort Worth City limits with city services, just fifteen minutes from downtown Fort Worth. Proposed platting of 14 acres commercial with 1,500 ft of McPherson frontage, 54 acres residential development, 17 ac proposed single family, 17 ac for R-2 duplexes and 20.9 ac multi-family. With the newly expanded I35 bridge access and new elementary school just across the street, this area is forecasted for dynamic growth. Currently used as an income producing horse facility but primed for development.
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https://thegumienygroup.com/neighborhoods/winter-garden | 2023-12-06T07:20:43 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100583.31/warc/CC-MAIN-20231206063543-20231206093543-00177.warc.gz | 0.937048 | 736 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__264743331 | en | Welcome to Winter Garden
A peaceful community along Lake Apopka with a walkable downtown and beautiful homes
Winter Garden is a charming town in Florida, situated 15 miles from Orlando and less than 30 minutes from Disney. It boasts a rich history and a vibrant community, with many activities to experience. With its beautiful homes, lush vegetation, and picturesque lakes, Winter Garden is a desirable community. Residents enjoy bike trails throughout the city, farm-to-table restaurants, and various shops and galleries.
The tight-knit Central Florida community has a charming downtown neighborhood and many well-maintained parks and community events. Residents love the small-town atmosphere and wide range of activities, from fishing and kayaking to shopping and dining.
What to Love
- Walkable shopping centers with upscale dining
- Historic downtown with beautiful landscaping
- Hip shops and many community events
- Quiet neighborhoods with elegant homes
With its beautiful homes and lush vegetation, Winter Garden, Florida, has long been a favorite for locals looking for the perfect community. Situated in the heart of central Florida, Winter Garden is surrounded by the natural beauty of lakes, marshlands, and mature oak trees.
Home to a variety of shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues, Winter Garden prides itself on its quality of life. Residents can enjoy everything from boating, bird watching, and golf to a vibrant downtown with unique shops and eateries.
Dining, Entertainment & Shopping
Winter Garden offers the perfect combination of big-city amenities and small-town charm. The downtown area is lined with boutique shops, restaurants, galleries, and entertainment venues where residents can find anything from clothing to gourmet food. Chef’s Table at the Edgewater & The Tasting Room is a fine dining experience with an open kitchen and cozy dining space. The Tasting Room is an exclusive experience with a full bar and impeccable service. Thai Blossom Restaurant is an authentic Thai restaurant with a warm atmosphere and bold dishes.
Ford’s Garage is a unique restaurant with a vintage gas station vibe complete with retro pumps, vintage Ford cars, and old-world charm. The restaurant serves gourmet burgers and other hearty dishes like BBQ pork ribs and meatloaf. Urban on Plant Kitchen + Bar is a modern space with fresh dishes prepared with locally sourced ingredients. Plant Street Market is a community space downtown with more than 20 artisan vendors. Locals can shop for organic produce, natural ingredients, and handmade products. Crooked Can Brewing Company is a venue inside Plant Street Market that blends old techniques with new technology to make tasty beer.
Things to Do
Winter Garden is home to numerous activities and attractions that make the community lively and inviting. Winter Garden Farmers Market is a weekly outdoor event where vendors display fresh produce, baked goods, plants, and specialty items. The Winter Garden Christmas Parade is an annual event with beautiful floats, marching bands, police and fire vehicles, and local business participants. There are also many other holiday events like horse carriage tours, light shows, movie showings at the garden theatre, and more.
Plant Street Market is an exciting venue with artisan vendors and events like live performances, yoga, and the Celtic Festival. Fridays on the Plaza take place downtown at the Centennial Plaza Gazebo and feature live music. The Winter Garden Heritage & Music Festival is an annual event with multiple stages of entertainment and performances, activities, and local cuisines.
Orange County Public Schools is the fourth largest district in Florida and serves Winter Garden. The district has 210 schools for more than 200,000 students, including several alternative programs and highly rated magnet schools. | urban_planning |
https://scaffidilaw.com/types-public-transportation-accidents-nyc/ | 2024-04-12T17:22:21 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816045.47/warc/CC-MAIN-20240412163227-20240412193227-00116.warc.gz | 0.935268 | 545 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__178675827 | en | What is the process for filing a personal injury claim against the City of New York?
Public transportation is the preferred mode of transportation for many New Yorkers and tourists. With parking increasingly difficult across the city, public transportation offers convenience and fuel cost savings. Public transportation options in New York City include the subway, buses, taxis, bicycles, and trains. While most of us taking public transportation will arrive at our destinations unscathed, at times accidents do occur, resulting in injury. Our NYC municipal liability lawyers take a look at some types of public transportation accidents that could happen in the city and your legal rights should you suffer an injury while using public transportation.
The New York City subway system is one of the oldest public transportation systems in the world. The subway system is owned by the City of New York and connects the boroughs of Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, and the Bronx. Subway accidents range in severity from minor slip and falls to major subway collisions.
Perhaps the most common accident to occur in the subways are falls. Passengers may slip and fall while walking down the subway station steps or while boarding the subway. Subway riders are also vulnerable to assaults that may occur in or around the subway. At times, subway derailment or insufficient maintenance of the subway can result in sudden stops or collisions that could cause serious injury.
Buses run continuously in and around New York City. With the increase in the number of buses on the roads, along with the number of vehicles, bus and car accidents have become more common. Bus accidents can happen when a bus hits a vehicle, pedestrian, or stationary object. Causes of bus accidents range from insufficient maintenance and faulty parts to driver negligence and inclement weather.
New York and the surrounding area has been the site of a few serious train accidents in recent years. Trains travel at high rates of speed, and while accidents remain uncommon, passengers are at serious risk should a crash occur. Train accidents can result from operator fatigue, operator negligence, or mechanical failures.
Filing a Claim Against New York City
Filing a personal injury claim against a city or municipality presents some unique challenges. Before you can file a lawsuit for damages against a local government agency, you must first file a notice of claim within 90 days from the accident. The notice must include your information, nature of the claim, and details of your damages. The government is then provided with 30 days to investigate the matter before you can file suit. Anyone injured while riding public transport should seek the assistance of a municipal liability claims attorney to assist them with the complex process of obtaining relief from a government agency.
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https://valoremaz.com/old-stone-ranch/ | 2020-08-11T09:28:28 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-34/segments/1596439738746.41/warc/CC-MAIN-20200811090050-20200811120050-00576.warc.gz | 0.973067 | 141 | CC-MAIN-2020-34 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-34__0__79377611 | en | Old Stone Ranch is a fantastic community tucked away in the South East Valley. Located in Chandler AZ, this community is located near Intel and Boeing. The neighborhood features many park and play areas, tree lined streets, and a community lake that feeds into many other small ponds throughout the community. As you enter the community you are greeted by a beautiful black stone water feature. If you have any questions about homes in this neighborhood, please contact me today!
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https://986heywood.com/neighbourhood/ | 2021-01-17T22:40:10 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-04/segments/1610703513194.17/warc/CC-MAIN-20210117205246-20210117235246-00496.warc.gz | 0.952514 | 140 | CC-MAIN-2021-04 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-04__0__239873040 | en | Room to roam
The tight-knit neighbourhood surrounding Beacon Hill Park is built upon a foundation of family, history and tradition. This incredibly walkable neighbourhood is based on lasting relationships and a true sense of belonging. Steps from your front door, explore one of the most scenic parks in Canada where its manicured grasslands meet the Pacific Ocean. To the north of 986 Heywood, discover the historic buildings and European architecture of downtown Victoria. A few blocks to the east lies Cook Street Village with a unique vibe all to its own. Its bustling streets are lined with retail boutiques, coffee shops and eclectic eateries to satisfy your inner foodie.
"Buy the home, get the neighbourhood" | urban_planning |
https://beamprojects.co.uk/development/ | 2019-04-23T08:14:50 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-18/segments/1555578596541.52/warc/CC-MAIN-20190423074936-20190423100058-00080.warc.gz | 0.959045 | 217 | CC-MAIN-2019-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-18__0__99808465 | en | We are bringing all our specialist construction experience and background into the property development arena. Working in partnership with other experts in the industry, Beam Development is creating results with our familiar collaborative approach. Over the past 5 years at Beam, we have created an innovative construction management system which we use to run all our building projects.
Highly detailed scope and costings
Macro and micro planning
Purchase ordering and cost control
Financial and progress reporting for weekly review.
With our experience in higher level project management and our ongoing dedication to forward planning and quality, we are very well placed to deliver. We are interested in expanding our network of partners and finding new projects to work on.
A recent project completed with a developer in Putney. We added a 4th floor to an existing building to create 2 new apartments of x m2 each. There were 2 existing apartments on the 3rd floor to be fully re-configured. The construction phase took place whilst all 16 offices on the lower floors were occupied. Tenancies for all 4 apartments were secured before the build was complete. | urban_planning |
http://lakechap.ca/main/bicycles/ | 2020-10-25T07:32:26 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-45/segments/1603107888402.81/warc/CC-MAIN-20201025070924-20201025100924-00172.warc.gz | 0.940465 | 104 | CC-MAIN-2020-45 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-45__0__158113328 | en | - Member Rules
- Facility Rentals
- Residents Association
Bicycles and tricycles are not permitted in the park at any time.
Bike racks are provided outside the park gates, this is the only parking spot for bikes. Please bring a lock to ensure your bike's safety. The CRA will not be held responsible for lost, stolen or damaged property.
Any bikes, scooters, etc., left somewhere other than the designated bike racks will be moved by staff to the designated bike racks. | urban_planning |
http://www.cedarburgpolice.com/winter-parking-and-snow-removal-regulations-2/ | 2019-04-24T10:08:37 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-18/segments/1555578640839.82/warc/CC-MAIN-20190424094510-20190424120510-00196.warc.gz | 0.937924 | 316 | CC-MAIN-2019-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-18__0__137552117 | en | Winter Parking Regulations Begin December 1st; City of Cedarburg Ordinance 10-1-33:
No person shall park any vehicle on any street in the City of Cedarburg for a period of time longer than thirty (30) minutes between the hours of 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. between December 1 and April 1. This prohibition shall not apply to physicians or ambulances on emergency calls. This Section shall not alter or effect any other ordinance of the City of Cedarburg related to parking and towing of vehicles during a snow emergency.
Snow and Ice Removal; City of Cedarburg Ordinance 6-2-7(a):
Removal From Sidewalks: The owner, occupant or person in charge of any parcel or lot which fronts upon or adjoins any sidewalk shall keep said sidewalk clear of all snow and ice. In the event of snow accumulating on said sidewalk due to natural means and/or by any other means, said sidewalks shall be cleared of all accumulated snow and/or ice within twenty-four (24) hours from the time the snow ceases to accumulate on said sidewalk. Sidewalks are to be kept clear of snow and ice to a minimum of four (4) feet in width. In the event that ice has formed on any sidewalk in such a manner that it cannot be removed, the owner, occupant or person in charge of the parcel or lot which fronts upon or adjoins said sidewalk shall keep the sidewalk sprinkled with sand and/or salt to permit safe travel by pedestrians. | urban_planning |
http://animalshelter.org/dogParks/Washington_Lake_Park_rId5747_rS_pC.html | 2020-07-04T15:31:52 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-29/segments/1593655886178.40/warc/CC-MAIN-20200704135515-20200704165515-00352.warc.gz | 0.913499 | 355 | CC-MAIN-2020-29 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-29__0__229635966 | en | Dog Park details for Washington Lake Park
Washington Lake Park
2 large fenced areas (1 for dogs under 30 lbs and 1 for dogs over 30 lbs.) located neer the Greentree Rd entrance to Washington Lake Park in Washington Township (Sewell) Enter park from Greentree Rd. and turn into the first parking lot on the right. The dog areas are about 100 yds. up the paved path past the split rail fence sections. Dogs are required to be registered to access the park, $10 per dog for township residents and $20 per dog for non-residents. Dogs need proof of license, rabies and kennel cough vacinnation. Water fountain and poop bags are available near the dog parks. With the exception of the dog park area, the remainder of the park is a no-dog zone. Location: Greentree Rd. (Between Pitman-Downer Rd and Hurffville-Crosskeys Rd. Directions: From Phila.: Walt Whitman Bridge to Rt. 55 south. Rt. 55 to exit 26A (Rt. 41/47). Right at traffic light (Delsea Rd. [Rt. 47]) to Hurffville-Crosskeys Rd (Traffic Light). H-C Rd. to Greentree Rd (2nd ? Traffic Light) Right on Greentree ~.7 miles to park entrance on right.
Washington Lake Park directions and map
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https://www.rokstone.com/properties/12745968/sales | 2020-02-29T09:31:47 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-10/segments/1581875148850.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20200229083813-20200229113813-00383.warc.gz | 0.936358 | 272 | CC-MAIN-2020-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-10__0__142178570 | en | Marylebone Square is a stunning new development located in the heart of Marylebone Village.
This beautiful apartment is one of just eight two bedroom apartments in the development with the added benefit of a study. The open plan property measures 1,399 sqft and offers an additional 64sq ft terrace The spacious property located on the eastern side along Cramer Street, is designed with a natural flow and open plan living. The apartment boasts two luxurious master suites, a study and a generous living and dining space, perfect for entertaining.
Renowned architects Simon Bowden has collaborated with Concord London to create this bespoke development which comprises of 54 exquisite lateral apartments centred around a glorious glass canopied atrium. The beautiful open courtyard filled with plants and water is the centre piece of the scheme, with a glass roof that fills the area with light and provides a calm environment that is a rarity in the city. At Marylebone Square you are perfectly placed. You can easily get to Paddington, Marylebone and Baker Street Stations, or Bond Street Underground where the Elizabeth line will connect you to Heathrow.
Please note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, or services. Interested parties must undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements are approximate and photographs provided for guidance only. | urban_planning |
https://responsibility.fennovoima.com/environment/waste-management | 2018-03-20T00:31:19 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-13/segments/1521257647244.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20180319234034-20180320014034-00490.warc.gz | 0.950779 | 929 | CC-MAIN-2018-13 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-13__0__184342171 | en | The primary objective is to reduce the amount of waste that is generated. The secondary option is to utilize waste in new applications and in the production of materials or energy. The last option is to appropriately dispose of the waste in a landfill site.
Construction waste management is based on efficient sorting of waste at the site of its generation, as well as on uniform and efficient instruction of the various parties and companies operating at the plant site on appropriate waste management procedures.
Waste generated during construction will be appropriately sorted and recycled, or utilized in energy production as far as possible. The earth-moving, excavation, and dredging masses generated during the construction phase will be utilized, as far as possible, in various on-site filling and levelling operations. The handling, storage, and transportation of hazardous waste will be arranged in accordance with the regulations.
85 % utilization target in construction waste management
During 2016, waste management was small scale because the construction work at the plant site was still at an early stage. A temporary waste collection point was taken into use to emphasize construction waste management. Before that, each contractor has been responsible for their own waste management according to the instructions of sorting the construction waste.
The majority of waste from the construction site consists of normal construction waste in different categories of waste (metal, wood, concrete, rock, energy mixed construction waste, bio waste, paper, cardboard, glass and WEEE).
Our target of 85 % of construction waste fractions to be utilized as material or energy was exceeded.
During 2016, a total of 491 metric tons of waste was generated at the Hanhikivi 1 construction site. The waste formed as a result of the construction of infrastructure and auxiliary buildings is presented in the below table. This amounts to 42 % of all waste generated at the plant site.
In addition, 259 metric tons of waste was generated from the demolition of old buildings and cottages at the Hanhikivi headland. This comprises 53 % of the total amount of waste.
Of demolition waste, 88 % was wood, concrete and energy waste, which was utilized as material or energy.
The remaining 5 % (24 metric tons) of the total amount of waste was hazardous waste, which includes e.g. oily stone material, bilge water, waste oil, batteries, paints and solvents.
|Construction waste 2016||Metric tons (t)||% of waste|
|Wood waste||132||64 %|
|Energy waste||50||24 %|
|Concrete and brick waste||14||6 %|
|Landfill construction waste||2||1 %|
Construction waste generated at the Hanhikivi 1 site in 2016 broken down by type and percentage. Category “Other” includes e.g. metal waste, paper, cardboard, bio waste and waste electrical and electronic equipment. The fraction of waste, which was generated from demolition of cottages in Hanhikivi headland (259 tons) is not included in the table. In addition, the amount of hazardous waste (24 tons) is not included in the table, since distinction between the fraction of hazardous waste generated from construction work or demolition work is not made.
Drainage water treatment
RAOS Project began excavation works of the reactor pit area in spring 2016, and by the end of the year reached the level of -2.0 meters. A total of 58447 m3 of drainage water from the reactor pit was treated with temporary container settling, after which it was discharged into the sea. Water from the reactor pit caused temporary turbidity of sea water near the discharge point. Water quality was monitored by taking monthly samples and turbidity of sea water was visually monitored.
Drainage water is visually monitored also at Fennovoima’s excess soil area. Samples of the drainage water are taken every three years, next time in 2018. The first water samples were taken when the excess soil area was taken into use in 2015. Ditch expansions and small rock dams have been constructed, which delay the water flow and allow particles to settle from the drainage water.
During 2016, Fennovoima has built a comprehensive ditch system to the construction site to manage and collect the accumulated storm water. The ditches direct the storm water to the sea. Fennovoima has also built a storm water ditch outside the plant site to Puustellintie to ease the accumulation of melt water during spring time. The ditch has no connection to the sea directly, only during high tide. | urban_planning |
https://www.civikit.com/node/62 | 2024-04-19T20:52:29 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817455.17/warc/CC-MAIN-20240419203449-20240419233449-00355.warc.gz | 0.939059 | 1,249 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__91801002 | en | Municipal Website Trends
Upanup has served over 60 municipalities across North America. Our clients continuously want to know what other cities, towns, regions, districts, etc., are providing their communities through digital solutions. This includes digitizing tasks and creating online self-service options for their users. Below we have listed some common trends we have seen across North American municipalities. (Sign up for our quarterly newsletter to stay in the know of industry trends.)
1. User experience research
Municipalities are taking the time and budget to conduct user experience (UX) research. This can include surveys, analytics, interviews, focus groups, tree testing, usability tests, and more. Users are key to understanding pain points and making improvements to your website. Therefore, ensuring users have the opportunity to provide feedback is imperative. For example, see the Town of Okotoks' (AB) Report It page where users can report issues, request services or repairs, or provide feedback at any time. In addition to increasing user satisfaction, incorporating tools such as forms will create internal efficiencies and reduce time spent on the phone with staff.
Provincial governments are taking steps to improve web accessibility across Canada through legislation such as the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), Accessible British Columbia Act, and the Accessibility for Manitobans Act. As a result, municipalities are focusing more on accessibility and ensuring they meet the requirements. Municipalities are also implementing third-party tools so even more people can access and understand their websites. For example, the City of Abbotsford (B.C.) integrated ReachDeck into their website so users can use additional tools to navigate and understand the site.
3. Community engagement
Municipalities are looking to engage with their community online and websites are becoming increasingly interactive. User engagement can include surveys, polls, contests, forums, question-and-answer (Q&A) sections, live chats, subscriptions, feedback forms, and more. For example, the City of Pitt Meadows has a website feedback form and a quick one-click "was this page helpful?" survey question at the bottom of each page of their site. Additionally, the Town of the Blue Mountains has incorporated a community engagement tool to enable residents to get involved and stay up to date on new projects through features like the project status bar and online engagement opportunities (see the tool in action below). Sign up here to receive updates about our new engagement tool coming in summer 2022.
4. Custom experiences
Most municipalities have multiple user groups such as residents, businesses, and visitors. There has been an increase in audience-based dashboards with curated links to let different user types quickly access the information that is most relevant to them. This approach follows sitemap best practices and streamlines navigation by the audience. For example, see the Town of Golden's (B.C.) website and its curated content for residents and businesses.
5. Unique tools and features
Many municipalities across Canada are taking advantage of grants (e.g. the Ontario Modernization Grant) and other opportunities to prioritize digital solutions and tools to modernize their websites. User expectations are always evolving so websites must be continuously improved. The following tools are being implemented more and more on municipal websites in North America:
Itinerary tools—The City of Quesnel (B.C.) implemented a "Plan My Trip" feature on their new tourism website, tourismquesnel.com. This tool allows users to filter accommodations, restaurants, activities, and events and then save, print, or share their custom itinerary. This provides users with an engaging, relevant, interactive, and accessible experience that encourages people to visit the City. Additionally, for local visitors or those only passing through for a day or two, the City of Quesnel (B.C.) included a suggested itineraries feature on the Quesnel Tourism website. Users answer questions about the season of their visit, duration of stay, and type of trip they are looking for, and an itinerary will be populated automatically.
- Tax calculators—To create efficiencies for users and provide them with valuable information in a timely manner, many municipalities are adding tax estimator tools to their websites. For example, see the Town of Clearview's (ON) tax estimator and City of Kamloops (B.C.) tax calculator. These tools are easy for users to navigate, allowing them to simply enter their property assessment and property classification to get the correct tax estimate. A breakdown of tax rates and tax dollar allocation is then displayed to the user in a visually appealing format. Tax calculators are well received by citizens as it completes all calculations for them and displays information in a clear and understandable way that can be shared or saved.
- Live meeting pop-ups—To encourage engagement and involvement for their citizens, municipalities are looking for new ways to gain viewers for their Council meetings. The Town of the Blue Mountains (ON) has a pop-up feature that is enabled when there is a live Council meeting in progress and encourages users to join the live stream.
- Neighbourhood profiles—Regional Districts serve a vast array of neighbourhoods, each with its own services, facilities, news, etc. The Regional District of North Okanagan (B.C.) incorporated individual pages on their website for each of their neighbourhoods, and citizens can now use their site, rdno.ca, as a resource to find specific information. Additionally, this content approach creates efficiencies for the District's internal team, as each profile dynamically pulls information from other areas of the site using a simple backend tagging system.
Municipalities have been embracing new tools and techniques in recent years to better connect with their audiences, and this pattern will likely only accelerate as citizens become more mobile and savvy. Staying on top of digital trends and finding solutions tailored to municipalities is key to meeting users' needs and expectations online, and keeping them returning to your site as a valuable source of information. Get in touch with our experienced team if you would like to incorporate some of these trends into your website. | urban_planning |
https://www.ikonrealtygroup.com/ikon-realty-group-brokers-sale-of-1894-central-avenue-colonie-new-york/ | 2021-01-16T02:57:11 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-04/segments/1610703499999.6/warc/CC-MAIN-20210116014637-20210116044637-00654.warc.gz | 0.860163 | 117 | CC-MAIN-2021-04 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-04__0__116549336 | en | Bruce Ginsburg and Peter VanBortel of IKON Realty Group brokered the sale of 1894 Central Avenue, Colonie, New York from Scavio Bros., LLC. to Rhinebeck Realty, LLC. The +/-.9 acre property with an existing +/-3,879 square foot structure sold for $1,000,000.00 on August 15, 2017. The Seller previously operated a Paesan’s Pizza restaurant at the property. The buyer plans on redeveloping the site for the construction of a new Mavis Discount Tire store. | urban_planning |
http://www.nisswa.com/ | 2014-04-24T03:14:52 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2014-15/segments/1398223205137.4/warc/CC-MAIN-20140423032005-00503-ip-10-147-4-33.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.937563 | 134 | CC-MAIN-2014-15 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2014-15__0__69314512 | en | The new Public Restroom/Welcome Center building opened in downtown Nisswa on Nov. 11, 2013. Visitors and residents can now find the Nisswa Chamber of Commerce located along the Paul Bunyan Trail in downtown, Nisswa (25532 Main Street). This building, constructed by the City of Nisswa, provides 24 hour access to public restrooms, with entry doors on both the street side and the trail side.
The snowmobile traffic on the Trail has been very busy this winter! The Chamber office (Welcome Center) is open Tues-Frid during the winter months, 10 am - 4 pm. and 10 am - 3 pm on Saturdays | urban_planning |
http://changerealty.net/get-to-know-portland/ | 2020-07-10T19:48:28 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-29/segments/1593655911896.73/warc/CC-MAIN-20200710175432-20200710205432-00520.warc.gz | 0.960923 | 813 | CC-MAIN-2020-29 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-29__0__141984019 | en | As a cosmopolitan center for environmentalism and the creative economy, Portland Oregon has become a true capital of the Pacific Northwest. A city with over 600,000 and growing, the city bolsters a few major industries, including lumber, fishing, technology, beer, and crafts. Portland is a green city in two senses. Literally it is a green city, surrounded by nature on all sides. With lush green forests, white-capped mountain ranges, and crystal blue rivers, few cities have the landscapes that Portland prides itself for. In another sense, it is a green friendly city, filled with sustainable restaurants, eco-friendly buildings, and undeveloped green spaces. It has earned the reputation as a progressive hub for its policies, as well as for its people. Portland’s neighborhoods are distinct and vibrant with their own unique interests, subcultures, and niches. Let’s explore some of these neighborhoods to better understand what Portland is all about.
Portland is divided between five or six different sections, each composed of a multitude of smaller neighborhoods. These sections are the Northwest, Northeast, Southwest, Southeast, East Portland, and North Portland. All of these districts contain a diverse assortment of neighborhoods, each with their own unique attributes.
Downtown Portland lies within Southwest Portland. Downtown Portland has narrow streets and compact blocks, making it a very walking accessible city. A great deal of the city’s business, cultural, educational, and civic centers are located in the downtown area. Since the Willamette River cuts Portland in half, the downtown area boasts various waterfront properties that are perfect for civic parks- like McCall Waterfront Park -, and luxury housing. Outside of the city’s downtown in Southwest Portland are a variety of single family houses perfect to raise any family.
Northwest Portland is the destination to see if you’re visiting Portland for the first time. This district usually attracts the greatest number of outsiders and individuals new to Portland. It is a vibrant center containing neighborhoods like Pearl District, Old town Chinatown, Uptown and Nob Hill. Pearl District was once a center of warehouse and industry. Now, many of the old warehouses and factories have been converted into loft housing, and multi story condominiums. The area’s increasing density has attracted an array of retail stores, restaurants, breweries, and art galleries. This part of the city also includes its shipping district, and the country’s largest urban park, Forest Park.
Much like Northwest Portland, Northeast Portland is also a trending spot with a diverse arts scene. However different to the Northwest, Northeast Portland contains neighborhoods with traditional family households. It contains some of the city’s oldest and most expensive houses in the Irvington and Almeda Ridge sections, while also housing various working class neighborhoods. The Rose Garden, home of the NBA Trailblazers, is also located in this district.
Southeast Portland has an array of neighborhoods of all classes, home also to the city’s “hippie” center, Hawthorne District. Although the area has largely blue-collar roots, it now encompasses individuals of all backgrounds. The Southeast district is also home to the city’s historic Ladd Addition, Portland’s oldest planned residential district. The area is becoming increasingly known for eclectic boutiques, artisanal goods, and distinct eateries.
North and East Portland are sometimes lost between the city’s other districts. However, these districts are the cities most original and authentic districts. Traditional households and communities are sprinkled throughout both these sectors. While North Portland contains the city’s residential and industrial communities, East Portland houses the city’s nature and farming communities. Both districts are traditionally Portland is all respects, and should be visited to truly embrace the city’s heritage.
Portland is a great city to visit if you’re visiting the Pacific Northwest, with a distinct, one-of-a-kind feeling. | urban_planning |
https://atlasgentech.co.nz/auckland-transport-hikvision-4k-ptz-case-study | 2020-08-09T13:50:19 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-34/segments/1596439738555.33/warc/CC-MAIN-20200809132747-20200809162747-00392.warc.gz | 0.922171 | 849 | CC-MAIN-2020-34 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-34__0__134747370 | en | Traffic Management from Auckland's Tallest Building
Hikvision 4K PTZ Laser Cameras from SkyTower
Auckland Transport strives to achieve an effective and efficient transport system which is central to supporting Auckland’s future. They have recently partnered with Atlas Gentech & CSL Infrastructure to install new Hikvision 4K PTZ Laser Cameras at level 61 of SkyTower; giving a perfect birds eye view of Auckland City and surrounding areas.
Auckland’s Joint Transport Operations Centre (ATOC) plays a pivotal role in the management of Auckland city’s traffic. One of three centres in the country with this important task, it is the eyes and ears of the urban and highway ‘One Network’, monitoring a national total of 10,894km of state highways, as well as Auckland City’s roads.
Once housed in the former Auckland Harbour Bridge administration building, ATOC is now housed up the road in a new, larger and much more hi-tech centre at Smales Farm, where more than 450 CCTV cameras relay live pictures of the network to the operations room, and sensors collect data on vehicles passing through hundreds of metering points. From here traffic signals throughout the city are monitored and controlled to optimise traffic flows for different times of the day.
The Auckland network carries more than 8 per cent of the nation’s traffic over 140 structures, from small culverts to large bridges.
As part of this upgrade, ATOC replaced existing last generation security cameras on level 61 of the SkyTower as per recommendations from their integrator CSL Infrastructure and alongside SkyTower’s contractors TRS.
This would enable Auckland Transport to observe and monitor traffic around Auckland city.
CSL Infrastructure also had to manufacture custom brackets to withstand the elements which included full wind tunnel testing up to a massive 165kph.
ATOC Smales Farm are very impressed with the quality and performance of the cameras. They can view coverage with remote access from their centrally located operations centre at Smales Farm.
Alongside SkyTower contractors TRS, CSL Infrastructure managed and coordinated the installation on behalf of ATOC Smales Farm.
The cameras have proven to be a success with great feedback from ATOC Smales Farm and their operators:
- Quality and performance - cameras can be adapted for various applications from Disaster Recovery, Traffic Management etc.
- Can utilise the control centre should a disaster recovery occur such as king tides along Tamaki Drive.
- ATOC Smales Farm also have joint partnerships across local entities; should an instance occur; ATOC will allow NZ Police to view and use the collective footage.
- The Hikvision 4K Laser PTZ Cameras with 36x Zoom can be used with ATOC’s own Video Management Solution (VMS).
- CSL Infrastructure (ATOC integrator) also manufactured custom brackets to withstand the elements which included full wind tunnel testing of up to 160kph.
Auckland is home to a third of all New Zealanders. By 2030, almost 2 million people are expected to live in the city, compared to 3 million people living in the rest of New Zealand. Auckland’s Transport network is complex, handling the demands of freight, general road traffic, public transport, cycling and walking. To support these demands, investment is needed to maintain the existing network, to operate the network more efficiently and for building new infrastructure.
Partnerships are central to providing the best transport solutions. One of the Transport Agency’s goals is to integrate one network with KiwiRail and Auckland Transport for customers, connecting them seamlessly to their destinations, regardless of whether they are walking, cycling, driving, or using public transport.
With customers at the forefront of transport investors’ thinking, Auckland’s approach to transport planning is to provide more integrated connectivity, both at an inter-regional and local level.
CSI Infrastructure look after all of Auckland Transport’s ITS field devices across central, west and north Auckland, and they enjoy a collaborative approach to innovation and new technology which brings the best for Auckland Transport and public. | urban_planning |
https://eknylaw.com/attorney-biography | 2023-01-28T09:34:37 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-06/segments/1674764499541.63/warc/CC-MAIN-20230128090359-20230128120359-00303.warc.gz | 0.975042 | 778 | CC-MAIN-2023-06 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-06__0__113298524 | en | law office of errika kalomiris, esq.
attorney for real estate transactions
Put my experience to work for you
Before establishing my law practice in 1999, I worked in non-profit management and government. I was the Director of Management and Technical Assistance for United Neighborhood Houses of New York and I served under Mayors Koch and Dinkins in the New York City Mayor's Office of Operations. I am an alumna of Barnard College, and received a Master of Public Administration degree from Columbia University. I graduated with a Juris Doctor degree from Vanderbilt University School of Law, where I won the Junius Allison Legal Aid Award for service to the Vanderbilt Legal Aid Society. For three years, I served on the Association of the Bar of the City of New York's Social Welfare Law Committee. I am admitted to the practice of law in New York and New Jersey.
I have always been interested in real estate. I grew up on post-war Long Island where I saw farmland become office complexes and housing developments. Even as a child, I knew these things did not happen spontaneously. At 17 years old, I came to New York City to start college and live in one of the most dynamic real estate markets in the world. It was 1982 and the subway cars were covered in graffiti, the City was not as safe is it is today, and rental apartment buildings were converting to condominiums and cooperatives. My senior thesis in college was a study of zoning and suburban development. In graduate school, I continued my work in urban planning. One project involved documenting all of 23rd Street in Manhattan from river to river and looking at trends in real estate transactions in Midtown South. For my final graduate project, I was the director of a study of the economic development of Hudson County, New Jersey, which we conducted for the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey for its use in planning PATH and other transportation services.
The stock market and the real estate market both crashed soon after I graduated in 1987. So I took my urban planning skills to work with New York City Department of Transportation in its private bus operator program. After a year, I landed my dream job in the Mayor's Office of Operations where we functioned like management consultants to the various City agencies. After three years and a change in mayors, a scholarship tempted me to law school and a new city.
While law school was a great education, being a Northerner living in Nashville was a greater education. I soon discovered that there were much more diverse opinions about history (particularly "That Recent Unpleasantness"), food (there were no kosher or vegetarian lunch options at law school orientation), and language (was it my accent or theirs?). My law school note was on ethics and government service delivery, specifically making subway service accessible to people with disabilities. My first job after law school was related to this; for a year I was a Contract Manager for the New York City Transit Authority's Paratransit Program.
After my year with one of the first employee MetroCards, I became a training manager at United Neighborhood Houses of New York (UNH), and within six months became its Director of Management and Technical Assistance. UNH and its members are a living part of New York City history (think Henry Street Settlement and Jacob Riis) and today the settlement houses still provide vital services to needy New Yorkers. After three and a half years, I decided to leave UNH to work in real estate and develop my own law practice.
When I started in real estate, I worked as both a broker and attorney. Eventually, my law practice grew to where I could concentrate on it alone. Over 20 years later, I can still say I enjoy real estate. I enjoy my clients, the properties, and seeing the City and the metro area grow and change. | urban_planning |
https://euhpn.eu/euhpn-2019-save-the-date | 2019-06-18T13:25:00 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-26/segments/1560627998724.57/warc/CC-MAIN-20190618123355-20190618145355-00129.warc.gz | 0.913464 | 542 | CC-MAIN-2019-26 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-26__0__19479384 | en | What, where, when?
This year’s EuHPN workshop is taking place in Basel, Switzerland, from 18 to 20 September. Our theme is Getting It Right First Time, For Patients.
Healthcare facilities are complex and expensive to plan, design, build and maintain, and their ultimate function is to ensure the best possible patient care, now and in the future. In brief: we have to get the built environment right, to support new models of care and value for money.
The 2019 EuHPN workshop will focus on how to bring together the right stakeholders, at the right time, to plan and design the right buildings. We will be discussing:
- Multidisciplinary, integrated planning and facility design
- The role of leadership, at all levels
- Learning from best practice
- ‘What I could have done better’
- Partnership and co-design for better buildings
The programme will include eminent keynote speakers, case study presentations, research findings and highly interactive, co-design sessions, featuring EuHPN member organisations and invited external speakers. The 2019 workshop is organised in partnership with walkerproject. The venue is Launchlabs in central Basel, just a short walk from the central train station which offers a stimulating, multi-functional environment, close to many of Basel’s cultural attractions and a range of hotel accommodation.
Who should attend?
We welcome EuHPN members and colleagues from health system policy and planning, healthcare architects, hospital directors, estates professionals, capital investment experts, health facility design and construction companies, clinicians with an interest in the built environment and advocates from patient representative groups.
High level programme
|18.09.19||EuHPN member meeting (10.00)
Welcome lunch (12.00)
Opening remarks and welcome
Keynote speakers: themes from Europe and Switzerland
|19.09.19||Interactive: Simulation Zone co-design sessions
Inspiration: leadership, lessons learned, best practice
Workshop gala dinner
Final audience debate
Site visits (to mid-afternoon)
Please save the dates for the 2019 workshop. We will circulate more detail on the programme in the coming days, along with a briefing and request for speakers and case studies, information about costs, travel and accommodation and a registration form. Please look out for updates on our website.
If you would like to express a pre-registration interest in attending the 2019 workshop, please contact Isabel Sanchez at [email protected].
We look forward to welcoming you to Basel, Switzerland, in September. | urban_planning |
http://gate-safe.org/articles/blog/files/2912a98c5975e0427a5f6453b8dad600-17.html | 2017-12-13T05:17:42 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-51/segments/1512948521292.23/warc/CC-MAIN-20171213045921-20171213065921-00646.warc.gz | 0.950786 | 184 | CC-MAIN-2017-51 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-51__0__216577039 | en | Safer Ram positioning
29/06/15 15:23 Filed in: Top Tips
Whilst undertaking a recent automated gate audit, I was asked if it was possible to protect against the potential issue of trapping in a pedestrian swing gate by either the ram or in the space between the ram and the gate itself.
Although common practice is to position the ram at about waist height, the most sensible place to site the ram would be at the top of the gate, provided the gate is of a sufficient height to prevent being reached by young children’s fingers.
The same principle should be applied to double leaf swing gates where possible, especially if the gates provide a public access route and are expected to experience high volumes of traffic. The alternative solution to dealing with entrapment issues of this nature is to fit an underground operator, which clearly eliminates the risk - but this will be at significant cost. | urban_planning |
https://rapidchargenetwork.com/ | 2020-01-24T10:11:25 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-05/segments/1579250619323.41/warc/CC-MAIN-20200124100832-20200124125832-00350.warc.gz | 0.925575 | 211 | CC-MAIN-2020-05 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-05__0__70763025 | en | TEN-T projects joint closing event
The Rapid Charge Network project is the development of a multi-standard, rapid charge network for electric vehicles throughout the UK and Ireland. The results and strategy of the project will be shared with other towns, cities and countries to support the growth of networks across Europe.
Register your interest and we’ll provide you the latest about the rapid charge network.Subscribe to the RCN Newsletter
A network of multi-standard charge points across the UK and Ireland.
Covering 1,100km of major spine roads.
Linking five seaports and five airports.
The support of four major vehicle manufacturers.
The project was granted 50% funding from the European Union's Ten-T programme
The rapid charge points have been tested and approved.
Work began at the first identified locations.
The first official Rapid Charge Network point was installed.
With ten charge points installed, the project officially launched.
Latest Charge point
The Rapid Charge Network is supported by major industry partners, including: | urban_planning |
https://ballardraingardengue.wordpress.com/goals/ | 2019-07-22T14:52:12 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-30/segments/1563195528037.92/warc/CC-MAIN-20190722133851-20190722155851-00166.warc.gz | 0.923157 | 267 | CC-MAIN-2019-30 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-30__0__114412335 | en | Due to the Vashon Glacial Till (clay) covering 17 feet (after the top soil) of Sunset Hill, we believe these Raingardens will not produce desired results and may possibly exacerbate the Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO).
“Retro-fitted” Raingardens include under-drains underneath the landscaping—an experimental technology that produces disputed data and puts the worth of this type of Raingarden into doubt. SPU has not yet provided data that would demonstrate this as the optimal solution.
Given the cost, inefficiency, and hazards, Raingardens (the Natural Drainage project) lack the return on investment the community is looking for.
Ideally, SPU would work closely with the Ballard community in coming up with CSO solutions that are environmentally effective and cost effective.
Following are other CSO solutions presented to SPU by the Ballard District Council on 10/15/12:
- Educating residents about conserving water and other steps that they can take to reduce combined sewer overflows;
- Expansion of RainWise program for residents, churches, and businesses;
- Small storage solutions, such as under traffic circles;
- Cisterns; and
- “Live storage” options where appropriate. | urban_planning |
https://www.westplains.k-state.edu/finney-county/community-garden.html | 2024-04-22T14:32:41 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296818293.64/warc/CC-MAIN-20240422113340-20240422143340-00838.warc.gz | 0.943174 | 270 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__10590684 | en | Community Garden - Finney County
Finney County Extension Community Garden
For a small fee, you can rent a plot of land to grow food at the Community Garden! The Finney County Extension Community Garden is available to anyone interested in having a garden plot. The Community Garden has expanded from 20 plots in 2014 to 52 plots in 2015. Plots sizes are 10' X 10' and cost is $10 per plot. The primary focus of the Community Garden is to increase and expand access to healthy, fresh foods.
The Community Garden has some unique features to help people desiring a place to garden. A limited number of tools, hoses and watering equipment are available for gardeners to use in their plots as well as water. The Community Garden is located next to the Finney County Extension office, 501 S. 9th St. in Garden City.
If you are interested in a plot, Registrations forms and rules and regulations are available in the Finney County Extension office. Register NOW and reserve a garden plot or two. Gardening season is here, so don't delay and sign up for a plot before they are all gone.
If you have any questions about the Master Gardeners Community Garden contact Finney County Extension office by phone 620-272-3670 or email [email protected]. | urban_planning |
https://www.freightcarbonzero.com/infrastructure/circle-k-expands-swedish-electric-truck-charging-network-with-16-new-points/17399.article | 2024-02-29T09:45:48 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474795.48/warc/CC-MAIN-20240229071243-20240229101243-00856.warc.gz | 0.927044 | 444 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__167285811 | en | Circle K has added 16 heavy-duty vehicle Charging points to its network in Sweden, further enhancing the country’s electric truck charging infrastructure. Located in Hudiksvall, Mantorp, Malmö, Spillepengen, and Bollebygd, these charging stations contribute to Circle K’s growing network of truck charging hubs strategically positioned along key transit routes.
All 16 chargers deliver a maximum power of 360kW, ensuring efficient charging for electric trucks. Circle K leverages existing rest stops, providing additional amenities such as shops, bathrooms, and secure parking, offering drivers a comprehensive rest and recharge experience during transit.
The Swedish Energy Agency has played a key role in financing these new charging stations as part of the Regional Electrification Pilots for Heavy Transport framework. However, the specific investment figures from both the agency and Circle K remain undisclosed.
This expansion follows Circle K’s previous openings in June, where 20 new charging points for electric trucks were reported. The company now boasts a total of 50 charging stations in Sweden, with plans to operate 90 by the next year. As part of its forward-looking strategy, Circle K intends to install two-megawatt chargers and introduce hydrogen facilities at selected locations through the E-Charge project, partly funded by the Swedish government agency Vinnova.
Lennart Olsson, responsible for charging heavy traffic at Circle K, emphasised the company’s leadership in charging infrastructure for heavy traffic. While Circle K is a key provider of fast chargers for electric trucks in Sweden, other entities, such as the Port of Gothenburg, are also contributing to the country’s growing electric truck infrastructure.
The port operator and Göteborg Energi recently inaugurated four charging points with a capacity of up to 350kW at the port. This development aligns with the increasing prioritisation of electric trucks in the region, acknowledging the pivotal role electric transportation plays in sustainable logistics.
As the electric truck charging network expands in Sweden, these initiatives underscore the industry’s commitment to creating a robust and accessible infrastructure, facilitating the widespread adoption of electric heavy-duty vehicles. | urban_planning |
https://www.solartransportsystems.com/home | 2023-09-29T03:53:25 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510481.79/warc/CC-MAIN-20230929022639-20230929052639-00742.warc.gz | 0.933518 | 352 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__320601234 | en | In 2014, Solar Transport Systems built the UK's first road-legal solar electric vehicle, SPV1. The result of a two-year proof of concept project, SPV1 demonstrated that solar power can successfully be used for commuter transport in sunny climates. We are now proud to introduce the INTI, a two-seater car powered by the sun (don't worry, you can plug it in on cloudy days!). We are planning to deliver our first cars in 2024.
Why solar power?
Some of the world's largest cities are in developing countries where sunshine is plentiful, fossil fuel is expensive and air quality problems cause many premature deaths. Solar electric vehicles overcome the problem of a lack of charge infrastructure and provide widespread access to inexpensive clean transport. Green issues aside, we think our customers will warm to the idea of free fuel for life...
How the INTI works
The INTI's photovoltaics are continuously capturing the sun's energy and storing it in a battery which charges in a day of average sunshine. When the INTI is driven, the battery powers an electric motor which gives it a range of up to 50 miles (80km). Average urban journeys are typically less than 10 miles (16km) so the INTI has got most of your journeys covered. If you need additional range, you can plug the INTI into a household socket and top up the battery.
The INTI is the first in a range of solar electric cars we plan to produce to meet the needs of urban and suburban users in sunny climates. For passenger journeys up to 50 miles (80km) or to carry light cargo, we aim to make solar power the natural choice of consumers. | urban_planning |
http://artbeatmiami.com/north-east-second-avenue-partnership-to-debut-pretty-little-in-haiti-garbage-bin-installation/ | 2020-09-30T21:48:28 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-40/segments/1600402128649.98/warc/CC-MAIN-20200930204041-20200930234041-00370.warc.gz | 0.937768 | 297 | CC-MAIN-2020-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-40__0__188198115 | en | A significant issue for Northeast Second Avenue corridor has been addressing the lack of garbage bins – and therefore an abundance of garbage on the ground – throughout the downtown corridors. In an effort to revitalize and beautify the key commercial corridors in the Little Haiti community the Northeast Second Avenue Partnership (NE2P) began the campaign “Pretty in Little Haiti.
This innovative initiative repurposes oil drums into beautiful works of art that also serve as garbage bins. This project addresses both the need for garbage bins in the area while also showcasing and promoting Haitian art including the work of local muralist Serge Toussaint. In this effort, NE2P recently won a grant through the Awesome Foundation to purchase the materials necessary for the project
Once completed these bins will be distributed strategically along the downtown corridor with the hopes that they will become a staple in the community promoting Little Haiti as a tourist destination while helping to keep the area clean.
For only $200 you can sponsor one of these beautiful and unique garbage bins.
One side will feature a landscape portrait of Haiti an the Haitian flag, and the opposite side will be personalized with the sponsor name. By sponsoring a bin, not only are you contributing towards beautifying Little Haiti, keeping the area clean, and promoting Haitian traditional arts, but you are also helping to establish Little Haiti as a cultural destination.
To learn more visit the Northeast Second Avenue Partnership website or contact them at: +1 (786) 908-3724 | urban_planning |
https://othery.org.uk/preparation-works-set-to-get-underway-for-bridgwaters-5-3m-dunball-improvements/ | 2024-02-21T05:20:42 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947473370.18/warc/CC-MAIN-20240221034447-20240221064447-00166.warc.gz | 0.938845 | 556 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__44189321 | en | The first phase of a major project to improve the busy Dunball roundabout linking Bridgwater and Junction 23 of the M5 starts early next year.
Somerset County Council is with its partner, infrastructure group Balfour Beatty, are delivering an upgraded, signalised roundabout at this key location for the town and M5.
Preparation work is scheduled to commence at the end of January under traffic management and will include vegetation and some tree removal. The Council is committed to offsetting the removal of trees by replanting at another location in Somerset as part of the county’s Climate Emergency Strategy.
Work is expected to commence in the summer on construction. Once complete the new design should help manage peak time traffic flow more efficiently, enable growth and development in the area and will reduce the likelihood of traffic blocking back on to the motorway in future.
The plan will also see enhanced pedestrian and cycling access as part of the scheme’s commitment to active travel provision and improved cycling and walking links into Bridgwater.
Last November the next phase of the A38 Active Travel Corridor opened alongside the River Parrett from Bridgwater’s Express Park to the Saltlands Bridge. This new safe route for cyclists and pedestrians, will eventually stretch from the Gravity site at Puriton to Bridgwater town centre via Dunball.
As well as a contribution from the Government’s Levelling Up fund, the scheme has been funded jointly by Sedgemoor District Council, Bridgwater Town Deal, the Heart of the South West Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) and National Highways.
Councillor Mike Rigby, Somerset County Council’s Cabinet Member for Transport and Digital said: “This is an important project at a very busy interchange where there can sometimes be significant delays for road users during peak times, and it is also very difficult to access for pedestrians and cyclists. It’s great to be working in partnership with Balfour Beatty to deliver another significant improvement on Somerset’s network.
“We’re really pleased to see the commencement of enabling works in January – of course this may cause some slight delays at peak times but our team will do their utmost to minimise this.”
Keep up-to-date with travel information and major schemes at www.travelsomerset.co.uk, follow @travelsomerset on Facebook and Twitter for updates on roadworks, traffic news and projects. If you spot a problem on the road you can report it quickly and easily by visiting www.somerset.gov.uk/roads-and-transport/report-a-problem-on-the-road/. | urban_planning |
https://www.plantscapesolutions.net/land-light/led-improvements/ | 2024-04-15T10:12:22 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816954.20/warc/CC-MAIN-20240415080257-20240415110257-00141.warc.gz | 0.978955 | 108 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__204561692 | en | Landscape lighting continues to make LED improvements in quality and pricing. Retrofit bulbs have really improved in the last few years and are really the norm now. The LED fixtures with bulbs built into the fixture are still being widely used but the retrofit LED bulbs are usually a more cost effective way to go. You can easily update existing systems to become LED systems in most cases. You need to be aware that some LED bulbs are only rated for enclosed fixtures while other bulbs are rated for wet locations which can be the case with some path lights. | urban_planning |
http://greensboro-carpetcleaning.com/reviving-forgotten-spaces-a-look-at-attic-conversions | 2024-03-02T08:47:17 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947475806.52/warc/CC-MAIN-20240302084508-20240302114508-00287.warc.gz | 0.920742 | 967 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__175301164 | en | Reviving Forgotten Spaces: A Look at Attic Conversions
In the labyrinth of every home, there lies a hidden gem waiting to be discovered - the attic. Too often dismissed as mere storage space, its potential is largely overlooked and forgotten. With thoughtful design and meticulous planning, these underutilized spaces can be transformed into beautiful loft conversions that not only increase your living space but also add significant value to your property. Let's embark on an enlightening journey to explore how we can breathe new life into these neglected areas through innovative attic conversions.
Understanding Attic Conversions
Transforming an underutilized attic into a functional loft conversion is a home renovation strategy that not only provides an expanded living area but also significantly increases property value. With the right structural integrity, an attic conversion can offer myriad benefits, from additional bedrooms to home offices, or even a cozy playroom.
With proper insulation and the addition of dormers for natural light and ventilation, a transformed attic can become one of the most inviting spaces in a home. The process involves enhancing the structural strength of the attic, ensuring sufficient headroom, and implementing a suitable design that maximizes the available space. While the initial investment might be substantial, the resulting increase in property value often offsets the expenditure, making it a worthy consideration for homeowners looking to expand and enhance their living environment.
So if you're contemplating a home renovation that adds value and functionality, an attic conversion could be the ideal solution. Remember, while the task may seem daunting, with the right advice and expertise in architecture or interior design, that forgotten space can become the highlight of your home.
Essential Steps Involved in Attic Conversions
In the journey of an attic conversion process, the initial and significant step is to evaluate the space. This involves assessing the attic's structural integrity, identifying load-bearing walls, and determining the roof pitch. This process could be challenging as it requires a deep understanding of construction principles and the ability to foresee potential issues.
Next, securing planning permission becomes vital. Depending on the scale of the conversion and local building regulations, you may need a permission. This step can be tricky since it involves dealing with local authorities and navigating through a maze of building codes and regulations.
The actual construction phase follows planning and can present its own set of difficulties. This stage involves strengthening the floor, altering the roof structure if necessary, and insulating the space. Construction can be a complex task requiring the right skills and tools to ensure the stability and safety of the converted attic.
Finally, the last stage involves designing and applying the final decoration touches to the transformed attic. It is important to consider the functionality of the space during this process. Whether you plan to transform it into an extra bedroom, a home office, or a playroom, the design should suit the intended use. Challenges in this stage may include fitting furniture into awkward spaces and ensuring a harmonious blend with the rest of the home.
Throughout this process, an experienced construction engineer would provide valuable guidance and ensure the conversion meets all necessary safety standards. Despite the potential challenges each step presents, a successful attic conversion can provide valuable extra space and significantly increase the appeal and value of your home.
Finding Your Style: Design Ideas for Converted Attics
The art of converting attics into livable spaces has revolved around the creative expression of interior design ideas. Identifying a particular style and decor depends largely on the homeowner's needs. Whether it's a cozy bedroom amidst the quiet solitude or a productive office space tucked away from the household's hustle and bustle, there are a myriad of designs to choose from.
When transforming attics, one is often faced with the challenge of sloping ceilings. However, with a touch of creativity, this seeming disadvantage can be turned into an aesthetic feature. Utilizing the eaves for storage or as built-in furniture can contribute to a more efficient space utilization. Moreover, the sloping ceiling décor can range from a rustic wooden finish to a modern minimalistic design, based on personal preferences.
Natural light solutions play a pivotal role in attic conversions. Adding skylights can flood the room with sunshine, creating an illusion of a more spacious area. This not only reduces the need for artificial lighting during the day but also lends a warm, inviting feel to the room. Implementing light-colored interiors or mirrored furnishings can further amplify the effect, creating a room that feels open and airy.
Ultimately, each attic conversion should be a reflection of the homeowner's personality and needs, showcasing a unique blend of customized designs. A professional interior designer can effectively translate your vision into reality, making the most out of the space and light available to create a room that not only serves its function but also has its distinct appeal. | urban_planning |
https://www.ovac-ok.org/artistopportunities/The-Tulsa-Map | 2021-12-05T22:52:22 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-49/segments/1637964363226.68/warc/CC-MAIN-20211205221915-20211206011915-00007.warc.gz | 0.890957 | 183 | CC-MAIN-2021-49 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-49__0__117898709 | en | The Tulsa Map
MapWorks Tulsa invites Oklahoma artist(s) working in all media to create the original artwork and design of The Tulsa Map; a folded paper map which will also have an online presence. A first of its kind, The Tulsa Map shall be an artistically designed map of the City of Tulsa which highlights the diverse, historical, creative, cultural, and vibrant spirit of our community. MapWorks Tulsa will print and distribute a first round of 10,000 free maps to reach both Tulsa residents and visitors to the city in May 2022.
Application deadline: 5:00 p.m. (Central Standard Time), January 5, 2022
To read and download the RFP/ Request For Proposal, visit
City of Tulsa
January 6, 2022, 12:00:00 AM | urban_planning |
https://pro.cosentino.com/es-pr/cosentino-city/miami/ | 2023-02-06T10:02:15 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-06/segments/1674764500334.35/warc/CC-MAIN-20230206082428-20230206112428-00262.warc.gz | 0.834343 | 244 | CC-MAIN-2023-06 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-06__0__3527674 | en | Welcome to Cosentino City Miami
3898 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33137, United States
Número de teléfono
Monday to Friday: 10AM - 6:00PM
Cutting-edge facilities to inspire professionals
Cosentino City Miami is a multipurpose space where the latest technology displays high-resolution images that show the full range of Cosentino materials in detail. Designers and architects can get the very most out of their projects thanks to an application that makes it easier to represent colours and textures in real-life situations.
Cosentino City Miami’s facade is clad in the ultra-compact material Dekton in its Trilium and Doomos shades and has a space reserved for urban art exhibitions.
“Miami has one of the most influential creative communities and we wanted to be part of it”
CEO Cosentino North America
Be inspired by Cosentino City’s worldwide network
Each City is unique and offers valuable experiences for designers and architects. Discover them! | urban_planning |
https://www.motoden.com/congestion-charges | 2019-03-22T01:57:53 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-13/segments/1552912202589.68/warc/CC-MAIN-20190322014319-20190322040319-00268.warc.gz | 0.951823 | 219 | CC-MAIN-2019-13 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-13__0__126333125 | en | To drive into London's central congestion charge zone in a car or commercial vehicle during a weekday costs £11.50 per day. The good news is that motorcycles and scooters are exempt from these charges!
There are occasional rumours about motorcycles and scooters losing the congestion charge exception, but our investigations have shown this to be highly unlikely. The technology used requires a front number plate, not to mention the fact that motorcycles and scooters do not create congestion.
If you enter the congestion zone every week day for a year there is the potential that changing from a car to a motorcycle or scooter will save you almost £3000 in congestion charges alone - that's more than the cost of some of our brand new scooters - and it gets even better when you see the cost of insurance, road tax, annual depreciation of the vehicle, servicing costs and parking charges of a car compared to a scooter.
Scooters are the best choice in an urban environment such as London. Scooters are cheaper to run, give you more flexibility, save you time, and are more environmentally friendly. | urban_planning |
http://ctep.ca/tc-events/benefit-cost-analysis-course-2018/ | 2019-07-24T02:49:08 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-30/segments/1563195530250.98/warc/CC-MAIN-20190724020454-20190724042454-00391.warc.gz | 0.92881 | 285 | CC-MAIN-2019-30 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-30__0__137045400 | en | CTEP is pleased to offer the course:
“Alberta Transportation Benefit-Cost Analysis”
Edmonton, Alberta – October 23, 2018
Calgary, Alberta – October 29, 2018
This one-day course on Alberta Transportation’s Benefit-Cost Model is a professional development course for project managers, transportation planners, highway designers and bridge engineers. It is an introductory course on how the model can be used. The course contains lectures, instructor-led examples as well as independent examples to maximize participants’ understanding of the model. There is an accompanying Benefit-Cost Model User Guide, from which much of the lecture material is obtained. This course is best suited for those involved in the planning and managing of road and bridge projects on Alberta’s highway network.
For those familiar with Alberta Transportation’s previous benefit-cost model (released in 1991), the new model is significantly more complex in that it takes into account many more factors. The basic principles of the analysis, fundamental assumptions and parameters are unchanged from the original benefit-cost model. Sources of information have been carefully researched and are documented in the User Guide.
Each course participant will receive a set of reference materials for use during the course and after.
The latest version of the Benefit-Cost Model and User Guide can be found on Alberta Transportation’s website.
Click on the button below for further details. | urban_planning |
http://www.workspaceproperties.co.uk/new-750-sqft-units-to-let-chorley-central-business-park/ | 2021-03-04T22:48:08 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-10/segments/1614178369523.73/warc/CC-MAIN-20210304205238-20210304235238-00055.warc.gz | 0.915648 | 216 | CC-MAIN-2021-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-10__0__61058155 | en | We are delighted to now be able to provide more details on the new units which are almost ready for occupation on Chorley Central Business Park, Stump Lane, Chorley.
The units are 750 sqft (69.67 sqm) Business (B1,B2,B8 inc. alt. permitted use) units.
They provides ample space for use as storage, trade counter, workshop, office or combination.
The units have been constructed to exceptionally high standards.
* 3 phase electric supply.
* Disabled W/C
* Service Charge & Buildings insurance included
Chorley Central Business Park is a 2.5 acre site, 50 metres from the main bus routes and 450 metres from Chorley train / bus station.
Ideally located for the main motorway networks with easy access to / from M6, M61 and M65.
Rate: £150 p/w + VAT
Rateable Value: tbc
For more information, or to view the units, please do not hesitate to contact us. | urban_planning |
https://www.thoughtwell.org/blog/2018/7/16/what-is-growth | 2019-06-16T23:09:15 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-26/segments/1560627998325.55/warc/CC-MAIN-20190616222856-20190617004856-00301.warc.gz | 0.960276 | 516 | CC-MAIN-2019-26 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-26__0__18918683 | en | What is Growth?
The city of Columbus has stepped out of the shadows of its Ohio siblings, Cleveland and Cincinnati, proving it’s a force to be reckoned with. Looking at population numbers, Columbus currently ranks 1st in Ohio, 2nd in the Midwest, and 14th in the country. This fate was achieved through an increase in population and land coverage throughout the years. For perspective, Columbus has grown from 370,000 residents in 1950 to an estimated 860,000 in 2016. Cleveland saw the reverse, however, as its population shrunk from nearly a million residents to 385,000 in the same timeframe.
Columbus is unique due to its ability to acquire surrounding communities through the years. By requiring areas that wanted future access to water and sewer services to agree to be annexed into the city, Columbus’s footprint expanded from 40 sq. miles to over 225 sq. miles over the past 70 years to cover a large portion of Franklin County. Cleveland’s corporate boundaries have remained relatively the same, however, making up 77 sq. miles of Cuyahoga County and posing the question of whether or not it’s fair game to compare growth between the two cities.
Let’s look at it from a different viewpoint. Looking at Thoughtwell’s DataByte, when comparing the 2016 populations of Columbus (using Columbus’s 1950 boundary) and Cleveland, we see that Cleveland would have around 160,000 more residents than Columbus. In fact, Columbus would fall from 1st in the state of Ohio, to 4th in terms of population. With a population of 227,000, the city would also drop from the 14th largest city in the nation to 98th.
Although annexation has attributed to Columbus’s growth, Cleveland and other Midwestern cities can point the finger at the original footprint of the city and utter the words “We’re not so different, you and I.”
You could also make the case that growth in the metropolitan area (MSA) is what truly matters; though even here we see Columbus’s MSA still outpaces Cleveland’s and is gaining on Cincinnati to become 1st in the state. Even so, some might still argue Columbus’s 10 county MSA has an advantage over Cleveland’s five counties (see Map 3).
All is fair in love and population growth, however. Just look at New York City’s consolidated efforts to maintain its status of the largest city in the country. | urban_planning |
http://wbhadc.ca/horizon-view/ | 2018-04-23T15:40:47 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-17/segments/1524125946077.4/warc/CC-MAIN-20180423144933-20180423164933-00001.warc.gz | 0.946139 | 184 | CC-MAIN-2018-17 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-17__0__145599280 | en | Horizon View is a neighbourhood of 109 one-, two- and three-bedroom affordable GAP rental apartments and 20 three-bedroom townhouses. Income qualifications apply; residents execute a one-year, fixed rate lease.
Located close to shopping, banking and schools, Horizon View offers its residents:
- in-suite hook up for washer and dryer;
- card-operated laundry rooms on each floor;
- balcony for each apartment and fenced private yards for townhouses;
- elevators in apartment buildings;
- security-controlled building with telephone entry system;
- entrance TV surveillance cameras to each suite;
- sprinklers in every suite;
- parking stalls with plug-ins for winter parking;
- an on-site meeting room;
To download an affordable GAP rental housing application, click here.
Horizon View is located at 103 Powder Drive. | urban_planning |
https://muiroford.org.uk/2015/11/11/replacing-the-bridge/ | 2022-06-27T10:43:56 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-27/segments/1656103331729.20/warc/CC-MAIN-20220627103810-20220627133810-00747.warc.gz | 0.951479 | 213 | CC-MAIN-2022-27 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-27__0__64162250 | en | Works are due to commence on the construction of a new £3.3 million road crossing of the railway in Muir of Ord, at the beginning of December 2015.
The construction contract, awarded to George Leslie Ltd, will replace the bridge that carries the A862 road over the main Inverness to Dingwall railway line. Works consist of the construction of a new 2 span bridge across the railway, supporting abutments, pier and approach roads, all to the north of the existing crossing. Once complete this will remove the existing single lane traffic signal restriction at this location. Service diversions, drainage works, traffic signals, improvement to junction layouts and traffic calming measures also form part of the contract. On completion of the new works, and following their coming into public use, the existing bridge and its approaches will be removed. Works are anticipated to last 18 months.
The Highland Council and George Leslie Ltd. aim to minimise any impact as a result of these improvement works and thank the public for the co-operation and understanding during this time. | urban_planning |
https://coinagerings.org/everything-you-need-to-know-about-mta-tokens-in-nyc/ | 2023-12-07T02:54:52 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100632.0/warc/CC-MAIN-20231207022257-20231207052257-00234.warc.gz | 0.956894 | 236 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__316776029 | en | MTA tokens are a great way to pay for public transportation in New York City. They are a convenient and cost-effective way to get around the city. MTA tokens can be used to pay for subway and bus rides, as well as for parking at MTA-operated lots.To use an MTA token, simply insert it into the turnstile at the entrance to the subway station or bus stop. The token will be accepted as payment and you will be able to enter the station or board the bus. MTA tokens can also be used to pay for parking at MTA-operated lots.MTA tokens can be purchased at any MTA station or bus stop. They can also be purchased at many convenience stores, newsstands, and other retailers throughout the city. MTA tokens come in denominations of $1.50, $2.75, and $3.00.MTA tokens are a great way to save money on public transportation in New York City. They are convenient, easy to use, and can be purchased at many locations throughout the city. So if you’re looking for a cost-effective way to get around the city, consider using MTA tokens. | urban_planning |
https://fundacionpiesdescalzos.com/en/proyecto/quibdo/ | 2024-02-25T05:05:45 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474581.68/warc/CC-MAIN-20240225035809-20240225065809-00141.warc.gz | 0.931352 | 212 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__202230387 | en | Educational Infrastructure in Quibdó
Monday 9 May 2022
Throughout our history, Quibdó continues to be one of the Pies Descalzo’s target territories, where we contribute to improving quality education through our portfolio of educational projects, and develop educational infrastructure projects in Quibdó.
Firstly, in 2005 we opened the María Bershmans school, part of the Antonio Ricaurte public school-INTAR, for elementary school children. Since then, thousands of students have been beneficiaries of the Pies Descalzos Foundation.
Nowadays, we are building a new headquarters for the INTAR public school, which will host its entire student population. It will be a school built on a lot of 12,758,000 m2, with a built area of 6,000 m2 and a capacity for 960 students.
The educational infrastructure projects in Quibdó are in the architectural studies phase and we expect to open the school by the end of 2023 to start the school year in 2024. | urban_planning |
http://drivingthenortheast.com/gmc-lends-a-green-thumb-in-nyc/ | 2013-05-25T02:59:01 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2013-20/segments/1368705352205/warc/CC-MAIN-20130516115552-00064-ip-10-60-113-184.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.936393 | 315 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2013-20__0__94531054 | en | GMC “Lends a Green Thumb” in NYC
By: Chaiti Sen
August 9, 2012 2:30 pm ET
GMC teamed up with eight lifestyle bloggers from around the country for the second annual “Lend a Green Thumb” event. The crew pulled together to spruce up Convent Garden, a community garden that lies in the heart of the Sugar Hill section of Harlem in New York.
Convent Garden, formerly the site of an abandoned gas station, was transformed by the passionate caretaker Juliette “Miss Miami” Davis along with the support of many neighborhood volunteers into a true urban oasis – a slice of green space full of chirping birds and colorful flowers in the middle of northern Manhattan.
To help with upkeep of the garden and beautification, the bloggers loaded up five 2013 GMC Terrain Denalis with various flowers, plants and other garden supplies from Sprainbrook Nursery in Scarsdale, N.Y., a small family run business nearby. The group then drove to Convent Garden to drop off the goods, which included additional gardening supplies donated by Corona Tools, Proven Winners and Miracle-Gro.
After all the items were unloaded, Miss Miami and other community neighbors treated the bloggers and GMC team to neighborhood block party – including a good ol’ home-cooked barbecue and tour of the garden.Even the local pastor from the church across the street strolled over to lend a hand.
To seen more photos from the event click HERE. | urban_planning |
https://www.movefm.com.au/substantial-upgrade-of-footpaths-in-katoomba-to-commence-this-week/ | 2021-06-15T00:40:28 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-25/segments/1623487614006.8/warc/CC-MAIN-20210614232115-20210615022115-00315.warc.gz | 0.928608 | 349 | CC-MAIN-2021-25 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-25__0__130727433 | en | KATOOMBA, Blue Mountains, NSW, Australia – Upgrades of footpaths in one of the main Blue Mountains townships will get underway this week.
The works in the Katoomba Town Centre footpaths are being funded with $870,000 from the Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program.
The upgrade of footpaths follows similar works delivered at Bathurst Road to the Carrington Hotel in 2012, and near the post office and Pioneer Place in 2014.
The new project will see delivery of a new footpath, kerb and gutters from the southern side of the pedestrian crossing on Gang Gang Street, Katoomba, continuing down the eastern side of Katoomba Street to the Council car park (next door to St Canice’s Primary School).
Tree plantings will remain and the Blue Mountains City Council says it will refurbish any impacted street furniture.
This upgrade will commence on Thursday of this week and and continue until completion in May of this year.
The work take place in three stages:
Stage 1: Theo Poulos to Katoomba Wines – Thurs 25/02/21 to Fri 26/03/21
Stage 2: Omnia to Specsavers – Mon 22/03/21 Sat 24/04/21
Stage 3: National Bank to Council Car Park – Mon 26/04/21 Fri 21/05/21
All dates are weather dependent.
Works will occur during the day, 7am-6pm Monday to Friday (and if necessary, 7am-3pm Saturday). Work on the Telstra pits will occur during the night, council says, to ensure minimum disruption to business and residents. | urban_planning |
https://mastertube.com/video/university-of-amsterdam-campus-tour-university-quarter | 2021-01-23T01:44:43 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-04/segments/1610703531702.36/warc/CC-MAIN-20210123001629-20210123031629-00668.warc.gz | 0.958619 | 171 | CC-MAIN-2021-04 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-04__0__280091543 | en | University of Amsterdam | Campus Tour University Quarter
In the city centre of Amsterdam, between the red-light district and the shopping streets, lies the historical centre of Amsterdam. There’s good reason that this is the ideal place for the University Quarter. It is the birthplace of our University, in which knowledge, culture and reflection are interwoven. The campus is a logical home base for both students, staff, residents and businessmen and women in the city. It offers space for education and research of the Faculty of Humanities, as well as the University Library. Other UvA-related facilities will also be given a prominent place, such as a Congress Hall, museums, theatre and the administrative headquarters. This is why the University Quarter is the perfect meeting place for anyone interested in science, and therefore the academic centre in the heart of Amsterdam. | urban_planning |
http://portenf.sa.gov.au/PAEplaces | 2018-06-19T23:26:58 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-26/segments/1529267863259.12/warc/CC-MAIN-20180619232009-20180620012009-00354.warc.gz | 0.834514 | 307 | CC-MAIN-2018-26 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-26__0__64049269 | en | Make your city a better place
At the City of PAE we are committed to making our city a place where people love to be, so we have launched the PAE Places Grants to help develop community spaces.
PAE Places Grants can be used to improve how we feel and use our public spaces and how we can enhance the way they look and work, and also how we celebrate our heritage.
Just about anyone in the community, from individuals, groups or businesses can apply, and work in partnership with others to improve places and locations.
If you need to talk to someone about your grant application please contact one of Council's friendly Funding & Partnerships Officers: Marissa Payne on (08) 84056882 or Andrea Satireyo on (08) 84056972 or by email at [email protected]
City of Port Adelaide EnfieldCivic Centre
PO Box 110, Port Adelaide SA 5015
ABN 68 399 090 894
34 Nile St, Port Adelaide
62 Commercial Rd, Port Adelaide
1 Kensington Cres, Enfield
2 Fosters Rd, Greenacres
2-4 Church St, Port Adelaide
14 Semaphore Rd, Semaphore
66 Commercial Rd, Port Adelaide
Enfield Community Centre
540 Regency Rd, Enfield
Hillcrest Community Centre
27-31 Queensborough Ave, Hillcrest
Kilburn Community Centre
59 Gladstone Ave, Kilburn | urban_planning |
https://www.rapha.cc/no/en/stories/city-to-sky | 2023-03-27T17:47:43 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-14/segments/1679296948673.1/warc/CC-MAIN-20230327154814-20230327184814-00649.warc.gz | 0.967365 | 362 | CC-MAIN-2023-14 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-14__0__190528970 | en | The Rapha Los Angeles Clubhouse opened last year in Santa Monica, a stone’s throw from the Pacific Ocean. The Rapha Cycling Club quickly followed with a local chapter, and a community of more than 500 riders now ride with us every week. It is easy to see why. Riding in Los Angeles is a story of city to sky, with the mass urban sprawl of the landscape ebbing away as the mountains rise. At any time from sunrise to sunset, it is possible to ride from the congestion and chaos of downtown into the wilderness and tranquility of Southern California. For many cyclists in LA, riding is an antidote to the challenges faced every day in similar cities all over the world. It gives the cycling scene a very particular feel, exactly the feel we wanted to capture with our ‘Riding is the Answer” campaign.
Angus Morton, a former pro cyclist who features in the film and is collaborating with Rapha to produce the upcoming documentary series Outskirts, is relatively new to the city. Moving to Los Angeles last year from Boulder, Colorado, he was warned of what to expect. “I was told when I first moved to LA not to look at it as one thing but as a hundred individual parts that have grown together over time,” he explains. “It’s not a place that can be classified in a lifetime let alone a sentence. I've tried to explain what it is to ride a bike here to people and I've always failed to capture it properly because riding a bike here doesn't make sense. Cycling in this city is a hundred different things that have grown together over the years to become a seemingly discernible mess. A brilliant mess that might just be one of the best places to ride a bike.” | urban_planning |
https://www.newempireeb5.com/copy-of-lex47-manhattan-condo | 2021-06-21T14:16:11 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-25/segments/1623488273983.63/warc/CC-MAIN-20210621120456-20210621150456-00262.warc.gz | 0.940787 | 848 | CC-MAIN-2021-25 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-25__0__113341308 | en | The Wingate Hotel Project is an undertaking to develop,
construct and operate a 9-story (includes eight floors above ground
and one cellar floor) Wingate by Wyndham Hotel located at the
corner of 29th Street and 4th Ave in Downtown Brooklyn. The
proposed hotel will feature 62 guest rooms, 70 parking spots and
over 10,000 square feet of commercial space. The total tentative
interior square footage of the project will be approximately 50,154
About the Project and Brand
The Hotel will be operated as a Wingate by Wyndham hotel, as part of the “Wyndham Worldwide” hotel flag, pursuant to a franchise agreement with Wingate Inns International, Inc. Wyndham Worldwide was founded in 1981 in Dallas, Texas. The company grew rapidly in the late 1990s and acquired multiple portfolios. Today, Wyndham Worldwide is one of the world’s largest hospitality companies across six continents with over 55 hotel brands, over 7,410 hotels and over 190 timeshare resorts, which collectively make up 13% of the total hotel rooms in the United States. Wyndham Worldwide Corporation is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange (WYN) with a market capitalization of over $8 billion as of January 2016.
Wyndham Worldwide’s vision is to become a global leader inthe hospitality industry. Wyndham offers individual consumers and business-to-business customers a broad suite of hospitality products and services across various accommodation alternatives and price ranges through their premier portfolio of preferred brands, talented people, and best-in-class delivery systems. They also offer Wyndham Rewards, the largest guest loyalty program in the lodging industry based on the number of participating hotels. At the heart of Wyndham Worldwide’s culture is a commitment to internal integrity and service.
Wingate Hotel Overview
The Wingate Hotel Project is an undertaking to develop, construct and operate a 9-story (includes eight floors above ground and one cellar floor) Wingate by Wyndham Hotel located at the corner of 29th Street and 4th Ave in Downtown Brooklyn. The proposed hotel will feature 62 guest rooms, 70 parking spots and over 10,000 square feet of commercial space. The total tentative interior square footage of the project will be approximately 50,154 sq ft.
Up to 14 selected EB-5 investors will have an opportunity to invest in this project, which is estimated to create 180.5 permanent new jobs thereby securing 12.8 jobs per EB-5 investor. Up to $7,000,000 EB-5 capital will be invested into the development of the project.
The Wingate Hotel is located in downtown Brooklyn, New York. Brooklyn is well-served by the Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA), New York’s public transit system providing convenient options to hotel guests. Visitors can enjoy much of Brooklyn, Manhattan and the other boroughs car-free utilizing the subway, bus lines, commuter rail and simple foot travel. New York’s iconic subway snakes its way through Brooklyn across 18 service lines. Virtually every line in the MTA system passes through Brooklyn at some point, making the subway the ideal choice for getting in and around Brooklyn. In addition to the subway, the MTA bus system helps cover areas that are not extensively reached by the subway. The Long Island Railroad also stops in Downtown Brooklyn, on Flatbush Avenue, Nostrand Avenue and East Brooklyn. Brooklyn is also connected to Manhattan by three famous bridges: the Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Williamsburg bridges; and a vehicular tunnel, the Hugh L. Carey Tunnel.
Brooklyn was long a major shipping port. Today, the Brooklyn Army Terminal in Sunset Park and the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal in Red Hook serve as a focal point for New York’s growing cruise industry. NY Waterway offers commuter services from the western shore of Brooklyn to points in Lower Manhattan, Midtown, and Long Island City, as well as tours and charters. SeaStreak also offers weekday ferry service between the Brooklyn Army Terminal and the Manhattan ferry slips at Pier 11 downtown and East 34th Street in midtown. | urban_planning |
https://www.bay151.com/ | 2023-10-01T18:54:25 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510924.74/warc/CC-MAIN-20231001173415-20231001203415-00278.warc.gz | 0.905627 | 193 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__255652553 | en | Bay 151 delivers a new collection of stylish studios, one, two and three bedroom apartments to Bayonne's waterfront peninsula. The community connects residents to a new Gold Coast destination with a growing list of retail and neighborhood services just outside your front door. Commuter convenience comes with easy access to NJ Transit's 45th Street Light Rail Station which joins with the PATH system in neighboring Jersey City and Hoboken, exclusive Bay 151 shuttle service to Jersey City's Grove Street PATH Station, and impending ferry service from the peninsula to Manhattan. With expansive floor plans, nearly 65,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor amenities, robust events programming, attractive pricing, and a scenic setting surrounded by New York Harbor and lifestyle conveniences, Bay 151 puts everything you need within reach.
- Outdoor Pool and BBQ Stations
- Gas Stove
- State of the Art Fitness Center
- Steps from Light Rail
- Shuttle to Grove St. | urban_planning |
https://calumma.ca/garden-design | 2023-12-09T15:34:20 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100912.91/warc/CC-MAIN-20231209134916-20231209164916-00093.warc.gz | 0.942527 | 426 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__254929862 | en | As North Vancouver BC’s landscape design service we create engaging outdoor spaces that utilize plants, flowers, trees, shrubs, and a variety of other natural elements. But having years of experience in garden design we can also provide advice and recommendations as to which species and types of plants, soil, trees, and other flora should be included in the design of your garden and other outdoor spaces. We have an in-depth understanding of how they can be leveraged for aesthetics and function alike. The selection and integration of these natural elements must be done with care and consider the distinctive climate of the Lower Mainland of BC. Considerations such as soil composition and how to incorporate the plants into your existing habitat are key.
Whether your property already has stunning large trees, or if you have downtown, small space that needs some greenery, we will ensure your home has adequate garden space. Trees and plants are what make our spaces come to life — literally! Without these beautiful gardens, hardscape patios and decks are bland and cold. As there are so many different garden styles, Calumma likes to influence your design based off of inspirational images. If you prefer a manicured formal garden, we may propose evergreen hedging, mass planting, straight lines, and specimen trees. Should you want to bring a more natural vibe into the space, we may propose more native plantings, curvy lines and layers of shrubs and perennials to achieve that vision.
We LOVE to incorporate existing trees into the landscape, and prefer not to remove large trees unless completely necessary. Having mature trees in your space is good for the earth AND good for property value! Working with large trees will instantly improve the appearance of your space, making it look like it has been there much longer. If you don’t have any large trees, and have more of a “concrete jungle” downtown space, we would love to bring the garden to you. Building perimeter gardens, green living walls, or simply adding some specimen trees and hedging can really enhance your downtown space and is guaranteed to soothe the soul. | urban_planning |
https://www.hair50.com/tickets-tour/wolverhampton-grand-theatre | 2020-01-27T03:41:13 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-05/segments/1579251694176.67/warc/CC-MAIN-20200127020458-20200127050458-00456.warc.gz | 0.860507 | 406 | CC-MAIN-2020-05 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-05__0__52129618 | en | 01902 42 92 12BOOK NOW
Box Office: 01902 42 92 12
By Public Transport
The theatre is a three minute walk from Wolverhampton Rail Station and three minutes from Wolverhampton St Georges Metro Station. The main bus station is a minute away.
M6 J10, follow A454 to Wolverhampton
M54 J2, follow A449 to Wolverhampton
M5 J5, follow A4123 to Wolverhampton
Convenient car parks are situated at Broad Street, Piper’s Row, Fryer Street, Railway Street and The Virgin Trains Car Park at the Station.
For drop off and pick up at the Theatre itself follow signs to the Railway Station from Wolverhampton Ring Road, turning off Ring Road adjacent to the Chubb Buildings (Light House Cinema). Proceed left up Fryer Street towards the Station. Turn right at the traffic lights to access Lichfield Street. The Grand Theatre is situated on the left hand side. Please note that the bay beyond the theatre in Lichfield Street is for drop off/pick-up only.
Please note that some roads may have vehicle restriction or be one way. Please pay close attention to signage when approaching the theatre.
Suggested Car Parks:
NCP Pipers Row
NCP Fryer Street
Fold Street Car Park
Pay and Display machines are now in use at the NCP Car Park in Piper’s Row.
NCP car parks do not offer free parking for disabled badge holders.
You will need to allow extra time for parking on Wolves home match days at any of the car parks indicated on the map.
Your access to performance contact is Remy Lloyd, our Access and Operations Manager. You can contact Remy via email [email protected] with any questions or feedback you may have.
For more information please visit https://www.grandtheatre.co.uk/plan-your-visit/box-office/access-information/ | urban_planning |
https://my-coach-hire.com/2020/07/20/praesent-id-justo-in-neque-elementum-ultrices/ | 2023-12-05T01:47:30 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100540.62/warc/CC-MAIN-20231205010358-20231205040358-00471.warc.gz | 0.922302 | 313 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__234421272 | en | The Scottish Government is to provide £10 million to support the rapid deployment of bus priority infrastructure by local authorities. At the same time, in a bid to “breathe new life into mid-life buses” and to improve air quality, the £8.8 million Bus Emissions Abatement Retrofit scheme has improved grant thresholds for operators.
Working in partnership with bus operators, the new infrastructure fund aims to help areas of Scotland with the highest concentration of congestion to implement temporary measures, including bus lanes or gates, which make bus journeys quicker and more reliable for passengers.
This step will reportedly provide immediate relief to some of the most congested bus routes as the nation progresses forward in the Scottish Government’s route map through the COVID-19 crisis.
For bus and coach operators, in order to reduce the most harmful emissions through exhaust retrofitting, the Scottish Government has improved the grant thresholds over earlier rounds of funding. The retrofit scheme now offers the “best value approach” for operators to support improvements to air quality in the quickest time possible.
Following a statement on Transport to the Scottish Parliament, Cabinet Secretary for Transport, Infrastructure and Connectivity, Michael Matheson, said: “I’m pleased we can offer a new £10 million package of support to local authorities in order to reduce the impact of congestion on our busiest bus routes. At the same time, we have improved the grant thresholds to encourage applications to our exhaust retrofit scheme in order to help operators meet our air quality objective | urban_planning |
https://freewalkingtourmaastricht.com/free-tour-maastircht/sint-servaasbrug-maastircht/ | 2023-11-29T16:31:31 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100112.41/warc/CC-MAIN-20231129141108-20231129171108-00342.warc.gz | 0.883235 | 159 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__24735167 | en | This photograph captures the stunning medieval Sint Servaasbrug, a stone bridge that spans across the Maas river in Maastricht, the Netherlands. The bridge features a series of elegant arches and is flanked by streetlights along both sides. The bridge’s surface is paved with cobblestones and a number of pedestrians can be seen crossing over it, taking in the views of the city and the river below. In the background, a cluster of traditional buildings and rooftops can be seen, adding to the historic charm of the scene. The sky is blue with scattered clouds, adding to the overall beauty of the image.
Sint Servaasbrug Maastirchtadmin2023-04-12T11:44:22+00:00 | urban_planning |
https://www.outreachfortcollins.org/programs-services/ | 2018-02-23T11:56:45 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-09/segments/1518891814700.55/warc/CC-MAIN-20180223115053-20180223135053-00769.warc.gz | 0.943967 | 172 | CC-MAIN-2018-09 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-09__0__230667643 | en | In 2014, a group of Fort Collins’ community stewards, business owners, and service providers gathered to examine the complicated issue of disruptive behaviors that negatively affect our downtown.
Their goal was to fully understand the various root causes disruptive behaviors, listen to the needs of our community, and craft a thoughtful solution for everyone involved.
Many months, dozens of meetings, multiple community forums, city surveys, and many community conversations later, the Task Force crafted a local program built from the best pieces of many programs across the nation.
Coloradoan, February 18, 2016
Old Town Street Outreach Team to Launch in May by Sarah Kyle http://www.coloradoan.com/story/news/2016/02/17/old-town-street-outreach-team-launch-may/80448488/
Coloradoan, September 2015 | urban_planning |
https://tukuran.gov.ph/?p=775 | 2022-07-03T06:44:04 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-27/segments/1656104215790.65/warc/CC-MAIN-20220703043548-20220703073548-00086.warc.gz | 0.926842 | 136 | CC-MAIN-2022-27 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-27__0__6661278 | en | Tukuran is 4th class municipality in the province of the Zamboanga del Sur, Philippines. The Town of Tukuran is situated in the isthmus of Zamboanga peninsula of its southern part.
After the construction of Maharlika Highway or the Tukuran Dabliston Road, Tukuran has become the passageway of two regions – that is, Region 9 and Region 10. Tukuran is now known as the “Gate” of the province of Zamboanga del Sur.
The City of Pagadian can be reached within 20-30 minutes via private vehicle while 45-50 minutesvia public utility vehicles. | urban_planning |
https://barlamantoday.com/2023/11/08/saharas-largest-city-laayoune-runner-up-as-sustainable-and-resilient-city/ | 2023-12-02T11:21:11 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100399.81/warc/CC-MAIN-20231202105028-20231202135028-00897.warc.gz | 0.961782 | 658 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__79316656 | en | Sahara’s Largest City Laayoune Runner-Up as “Sustainable and Resilient City”
The Moroccan city of Laayoune, nestled within the Moroccan Sahara, has proudly clinched second place in the Sustainable and Resilient City Award category during the 14th edition of the Arab Towns Organization (ATO) Awards, according to an announcement made on Tuesday in Doha.
The Jury Committee for the 14th ATO Awards–chaired by Dr. Saif bin Ali Al Hajari–held meetings in Doha from November 5-7 and was composed of delegates from Jordan, Lebanon, Kuwait, and Oman. Engineer Abdul Rahman Hisham Al Asfour, Secretary-General of the Arab Towns Organization, and Mansour Ajran Al Buainain, Chairman of the Arab Towns Award Foundation, attended the conference.
Members of the committee included Jordan’s Hamza Abdulmotaleb Al Muhaisen, Lebanon’s Dr. Nayef Mohamed Saleh, Kuwaiti engineering professional Manar Fahad Al Hashash, and Oman’s Salim Saeed Al Kalbani.
The committee revealed the winners of the highly competitive awards at a press conference. Among the 11 cities vying for the Sustainable and Resilient City honor, first place was awarded to the Greater Amman Municipality in Amman, Jordan, while the third spot was secured by the Governorate of Dhofar in the Sultanate of Oman.
Another accolade, the Excellence in Electronic and Smart Transformation Award, saw six submissions from various Arab cities. Doha Municipality in Qatar took the top spot, while second place went to the Greater Amman Municipality in Jordan. The third position was bestowed upon the Public Housing and Urban Development Corporation, also in Amman.
In the Creative City Award category, which featured five submissions, first place remained unclaimed. However, runner-up status was awarded again to the Public Housing and Urban Development Corporation in Amman, while third prize was held jointly by the Ramallah Municipality in Palestine and the Gabes Municipality in Tunisia.
Al Asfour expressed his appreciation for Qatar’s unwavering support for the organization and its institutions, acknowledging its tireless efforts to ensure the success of the Arab Cities Organization Awards since Doha has served as the award’s bestowal headquarters since 1983.
He clarified that the prizes provided by the ATO have contributed significantly to Arab-based accomplishment by recognizing achievement in categories such as architecture, environmental health, urban sustainability, and smart transformation.
He added that the organization bestows honorary prizes upon Arab architects, artists, scientists, and administrative professionals, among others, who have contributed greatly to the development of Arab cities in their respective fields.
The ATO is a regional Arab group which focuses on issues pertaining to urban/municipal sustainability and renewal. Kuwait serves as its permanent headquarters. The organization was founded in 1967 by an assemblage of Arab municipalities which decided to create the group in order to encourage and strengthen Arab joint efforts. It currently boasts over 650 Arab cities as members. In order to achieve its goals, the organization includes seven regional institutions that represent its technical agencies. | urban_planning |
https://luxcando.com/solutions/french-drain/ | 2024-04-14T02:10:41 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816863.40/warc/CC-MAIN-20240414002233-20240414032233-00697.warc.gz | 0.923915 | 147 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__137018994 | en | A French drain is a trench created in the ground that redirects water from standing water, or groundwater, away from your property, preventing water-related damage. This is a technique used to drain water naturally from your yard. It is also one of the best solutions for basement drainage systems to remove any surface water and groundwater that might be coming into your basement.
It involves grading, digging trenches, installing pipes, geo webbing, and installing catch basins to collect rainwater, direct it to an appropriate drainage location, and add gravel and soil to ensure efficient drainage. This innovative system protects against excess water, ensuring that your home remains dry and secure—no more leaks—just a solid foundation that stands the test of time. | urban_planning |
http://www.tvilletimes.com/news/davidsoncounty/x145784110/I-85-traffic-to-shift-n-Davidson-County | 2015-09-03T08:50:13 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2015-35/segments/1440645310876.88/warc/CC-MAIN-20150827031510-00216-ip-10-171-96-226.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.929818 | 644 | CC-MAIN-2015-35 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2015-35__0__189298369 | en | I-85 traffic to shift in Davidson County
In the early morning hours Friday, motorists may travel on the newly constructed outside lanes of Interstaste 85 North from the I-85 Business off-ramp to the northern end of the project in Davidson County. The traffic shift will start at 8 p.m. Thursday, March 28, and end 6 a.m. Friday, March 29.
The shift will complete the transition of traffic to the new outside lanes for the entire length of the project in the northbound direction.
To move traffic safely and efficiently, crews must close lanes on I-85 North, as well as several ramps, including the following:
• The entrance ramp from I-85 North to I-85 Business (Exit 87); and
• The Linwood exit ramp from I-85 North (Exit 88).
The ramp closures will not take place at once. They will occur one after another during the traffic shift period, starting with the I-85 Business entrance ramp. The closures will be lifted as soon as work allows.
Motorists traveling on I-85 North who want to access I-85 Business during the closure should exit the interstate at the Linwood Exit (Exit 88), turn left onto Hargrave Road and take the I-85 Business North entrance ramp.
Motorists traveling on I-85 North who want to access Hargrave Road during the Exit 88 closure should exit onto I-85 Business (Exit 87), then take the first exit (Exit 84) and proceed straight on Hargrave Road.
Moving traffic onto the new outside lanes of I-85 is a necessary step for the northern segment of the I-85 Corridor Improvement Project and will allow crews to begin construction on the new inside lanes of I-85. By late summer, the contractor is scheduled to open the interstate to four lanes in each direction from just north of N.C. 150 to just north of I-85 Business.
The N.C. Department of Transportation encourages drivers to go slow and allow additional time to reach their destinations safely while traveling in the work zone.
This traffic shift is part of the I-85 Corridor Improvement Project, the state’s top mobility project. NCDOT broke ground in September 2010 on the southern segment of the project, which involves replacing eight bridges, widening 3.3 miles of I-85 from just north of Long Ferry Road (Exit 81) to just north of N.C. 150 and reconstructing the N.C. 150 interchange. The northern segment extends the interstate widening by an additional 3.8 miles from just north of N.C. 150 to just north of I-85 Business and includes reconstructing the Belmont Road interchange. Work on both segments is concurrent and currently scheduled to be complete in late summer.
For more information on both phases of the $201.5 million project, visit www.i-85yadkinriver.com. To receive instant updates on traffic pattern changes, construction-related congestion and project milestones, follow NCDOT’s I-85 Twitter feed, https://twitter.com/NCDOT_I85. | urban_planning |
http://goodhealthclarksville.com/omar-boraie-a-visionary-with-all-round-development-in-the-projects/ | 2018-01-21T18:44:40 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-05/segments/1516084890823.81/warc/CC-MAIN-20180121175418-20180121195418-00079.warc.gz | 0.958024 | 510 | CC-MAIN-2018-05 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-05__0__185442203 | en | Omar Boraie, the founder, and Chief Executive Officer of Boraie Development is committed to providing all-round development of the locality where his firm invests in. Omar believes that it is the duty of the real estate builders to ensure the adequate infrastructure in their projects. He believes that it is part of the quality and committed delivery of the projects. Due to this, he ensures that all of the projects completed by Boraie Development is also working on the total infrastructure of the locality with recreational facilities, hospitality options, healthcare, etc.
Boraie Development is a New Brunswick-based real estate firm with more than 30 years of quality service. The firm is actively involving in various real-estate related businesses such as real estate development, sales and marketing, and property management. He changed the face of New Brunswick with some residential, commercial, and retail projects. The projects include The Aspire – a residential apartment with all the modern amenities and infrastructure, Albany Street Plaza – a commercial building constructed in 2 towers and provides 250,000 sq.ft. Office space and 20,000 sq.ft. of retail space, and 390 George Street – another commercial building with 60,000 sq.ft. Office space.
The firm also worked on various projects in Newark, and Atlantic City and that have changed the total landscape of the cities. One Rector Street is a major residential building in Newark with easy access to downtown New Jersey and all the infrastructure facilities available. The Beach at South Inlet is a major residential apartment in Atlantic City. Cityplex 12 is a retail store cum Movie Theater in Newark, which is attracting a large number of young generation for recreation and shopping. The firm also has various residential and commercial projects in Montgomery and Milltown.
Omar is not only developing New Brunswick, but he is also making philanthropic and other contributions to make the city better. Omar Boraie is actively involved in the operations of State Theatre of New Jersey, he is a trustee of the theater and donates large chunks of money for its operations and developments. Omar thinks that the cultural roots can be displayed and encouraged through the state theater. He is actively working with Elijah’s Promise, a charity organization that according to Rutgers magazine is working to break the poverty cycle of the downtrodden in New Jersey. The firm is working on eradicating hunger and poverty, creating jobs and businesses to give opportunities, providing healthy and safe food and water, and enabling individuals to sustain themselves via training, counseling, support, etc. | urban_planning |
https://www.adquick.com/billboard-locations/new-york/new-york | 2023-06-09T01:13:30 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224655244.74/warc/CC-MAIN-20230609000217-20230609030217-00631.warc.gz | 0.930291 | 2,239 | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__72817729 | en | New York City is a transit-oriented city and its outdoor advertising landscape reflects that. According to the US Census, the average commute time for New Yorkers aged 16+ was 37 minutes – with many commuters taking one of the city’s 36 subway lines.
New York City’s economy also benefits from tourism and is a great place to capture the attention of domestic and international travelers. Prior to the pandemic, New York City saw nearly 70 million tourists visit the The Big Apple, making it a great place for global brands to promote their goods and services.
Top Billboard Advertising Companies in New York City
AdQuick partners with every billboard advertising company in New York City and has 99% of the inventory in the NYC out-of-home advertising market available for purchase on its platform.
In no specific order, here are some of the top billboard companies in New York City.
Outfront Media offers bulletins, wallscapes, posters, commuter rail ads, subway ads, bus ads, street furniture, and a handful of specialty media formats in New York City. Their inventory reaches 99% of the adult (18 years+) population in the NYC DMA weekly.
Outfront New York’s printed bulletin footprint spans Manhattan, Brooklyn, The Bronx, Queens, and Staten Island.
Lamar Advertising offers bulletins, wallscapes, posters, commuter rail ads, subway ads, bus ads, street furniture, and a handful of specialty media formats in New York City. Their inventory reaches 99% of the adult (18 years+) population in the NYC DMA weekly.
Lamar New York’s printed bulletin footprint spans Manhattan, Brooklyn, The Bronx, Queens, and Staten Island.
Clear Channel Outdoor
Clear Channel Outdoor offers billboards, wallscapes, posters, premiere panels, and transit shelters in New York City. Their inventory reaches 99% of the adult (18 years+) population in the NYC DMA weekly.
These units target pedestrians and commuters as they travel the city streets, highways, interstates, and local arterials connecting New York City to the surrounding suburban areas of New York, New Jersey & Connecticut.
Clear Channel has large billboard placements along the Long Island Expressway, which are great for capturing the attention of commuters coming from Queens and Brooklyn, and of travelers driving into Manhattan from JFK and LaGuardia airports. Their Times Square billboards offer high visibility to both vehicular and pedestrian traffic in the heart of the Broadway Theatre district.
Digital Billboards in New York City
Digital billboards comprise 9% of all the billboards in New York City. Using digital out-of-home (DOOH) adds relevance and timeliness to your campaign through dynamic creative execution and allows for unlimited messaging options during the flight of the campaign.
Change messaging based on triggers such as time of day, weather, sports scores, or any type of numerical counter using AdQuick’s Programmatic DOOH DSP.
Here’s what you need to know about the major players in the New York DOOH space and their inventory listed on AdQuick.
Branded Cities' collection of dynamic digital signage is well-represented in Times Square and near key New York City landmarks like Bryant Park, Madison Square Garden, the Port Authority, and the Lincoln Tunnel.
They also manage the massive NASDAQ screen at the intersection of 43rd and Broadway that is frequently used by marketers to announce a fundraising event or an exit and share via social media.
Outfront manages all of the City of New York’s subway transit systems and commuter rail system advertising. “Liveboards”, as Outfront calls them, are arranged in a triptych on the way in and out of transit stations, offering advertisers endless creative opportunities—from full motion video to sync.
Outfront’s Digital Billboards in Times Square are also pretty remarkable. Their 5 Times Square domination consists of 6 screens spanning a combined 9,000 square feet of advertising space at the intersection of 42nd Street and 7th Avenue.
Clear Channel Outdoor
Clear Channel New York’s digital out-of-home footprint is predominantly found in Midtown Manhattan between 40th and 50th streets.
Other Types of Outdoor Advertising in New York City
Here are some other, non-billboard, out-of-home advertising options that AdQuick customers use to find their target audience in New York City.
Hand-Painted Mural Advertising
Hand-painted murals are a great street-level media format for targeting pedestrian traffic and generating lower funnel activity for consumer goods and services.
We commonly see media, alcohol, and high-end apparel companies using hand-painted walls executed by Overall Murals, Brooklyn Outdoor, and Colossal Media to advertise their products in New York’s SoHo, Nolita, Tribeca, Williamsburg, Bushwick, DUMBO, and Bed-Stuy neighborhoods.
Wrapped Vehicle Advertising
Wrapped-car ads and advertising trucks are great for reaching your target audience in areas where there is limited traditional out-of-home inventory.
We commonly see marketers using wrapped vehicles executed by Wrapify, mobilads, Adgile Media, and Carvertise to promote their products in NYC neighborhoods with spotty OOH coverage.
New York, NY Demographics & Statistics
Nestled amidst the hustle and bustle of the northeastern coast lies a city that embodies the very essence of diversity and dynamism - New York, New York. With a population that has seen a mere 1% increase over the past decade, the city continues to attract a medley of individuals, each yearning to make their mark in the concrete jungle.
Age in New York City
The city's demographic is a harmonious blend of male and female, with the fairer sex making up a slight majority of 52%. The median age of the population rests at a relatively youthful 36.2 years, with a substantial portion of the populace falling within the 25 to 34 age bracket.
Race, Diversity, & Ethnicity in New York City
When it comes to race and ethnicity, the city truly shines as a beacon of inclusivity, with a potpourri of races represented. The white population constitutes 32% of the total, with African Americans close behind at 22%. Hispanics make up 29% of the population, with Asians and Pacific Islanders following at 14%. The city also boasts a negligible population of Native Americans and Hawaiian Pacific Islanders, with a smattering of individuals identifying as "Other" and "Two or more races".
Housing in New York City
Housing in New York City presents a unique dichotomy, with a median age of 70 years, but a median house value of a whopping $654,300. Despite the age of the housing stock, property values have appreciated considerably over the past few years, with a 21% increase in the past 5 years, and an impressive 52% hike over the past decade.
Rental prices in the city reflect the competitive market, with studio apartments starting at an average of $1,718, and 4-bedroom homes commanding a rent of $2,701 on average. A significant portion of the housing is rented, with 61% of homes occupied by tenants, while only 30% are owned by occupants. A meager 9% of housing remains vacant.
Income in New York City
In terms of household and family income, New York City residents boast a median household income of $57,782, and a median family income of $64,565. Per capita income stands at a robust $35,761. The income distribution is diverse, with a substantial 16% of the population earning less than $15,000, and an equally significant 9% earning above $200,000.
Households & Education in New York City
The populous of New York is a diverse and dynamic ensemble of individuals from a range of backgrounds and lifestyles. The average household size in the city is 2.64, reflecting the variety of living arrangements found among its citizens. Among these citizens, 42% are married and 58% are single, with 39% identifying as married, 3% as married but separated, 44% as never married, 6% as widowed, and 8% as divorced.
When it comes to families, 28% of the married population has children, while 22% of the single population also has children. Conversely, 31% of the married population does not have children, and 18% of the single population also falls into this category.
Education is highly valued in New York, with 80% of the population over 25 having some form of higher education, including a high school degree and beyond. Of those, 24% have only a high school degree, 14% have some college education, 6% have a 2-year college degree, 21% have a 4-year college degree, 10% have a master's degree, 3% have a professional degree, and 1% have a doctorate degree. On the other hand, 10% of the population over 25 have only a grade school education or no education at all.
Commuting in New York City
In the bustling metropolis of New York, New York, the daily commute to work can be a Herculean task. The average commute time is a daunting 41 minutes, with only 4% of residents opting for the convenient comfort of working from home. For the majority of New Yorkers, a combination of modes is necessary to traverse the city.
Mass transit reigns supreme as the mode of choice for 57% of commuters, with 10% of commuters opting for the calorie-burning excursion of walking to work. The auto-centric commute is still prevalent, with 22% of commuters traveling solo in their vehicles, and only a minuscule 1% daring to brave the streets on two wheels via bicycle. The remaining commuters have a smorgasbord of options, including a 5% carpool, a 2% "other means", and a diminutive 1% of commutes that are completed in a speedy 5 minutes or less.
When it comes to the length of the commute, the distribution is quite varied. A whopping 19% of commutes last 60 to 89 minutes, while only 3% are a mere 35 to 39 minutes. The majority of commutes fall in the 20 to 59-minute range, with the largest chunk being 30 to 34 minutes at 17%.
Job Market in New York City
Despite the daily grind, the job market in New York shows promising growth. In the past 12 months, the job growth rate has been a steady 3%, with an impressive 11% growth over the past 5 years. The future looks even brighter with a projected 31% job growth rate in the next 10 years. So, for those who endure the daily commute, the end goal of career advancement and job security is within reach. | urban_planning |
https://kennylandsurveying.com/surveying-applications/ | 2023-12-08T02:36:51 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100710.22/warc/CC-MAIN-20231208013411-20231208043411-00281.warc.gz | 0.892171 | 136 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__234810681 | en | If you have any questions about your plot of land, let Kenny Land Surveying answer them for you. There are plenty of land surveying applications, and our results can help you with:
- Boundary surveying: Determine the perimeter of your land
- Construction staking: Map out new builds on your construction site
- Topographic surveying: Find out the surface features on your property
Land surveying applications also include computing changes in elevation on your plot. These tools can help identify where to build on your land in the Heppner, OR area.
Call 541-379-0242 today to hire us for any boundary survey application purposes. | urban_planning |
https://www.apostolatos.gr/en/our-company-2/ | 2023-12-07T23:26:16 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100705.19/warc/CC-MAIN-20231207221604-20231208011604-00084.warc.gz | 0.959028 | 389 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__258835823 | en | E. Apostolatos & Associates Architects was founded in 1992 by Architect Evangelos Apostolatos who graduated from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki in 1989. To this day, E. Apostolatos maintains an office with associate engineers, mechanical engineers and all the necessary specialists for the complete design and construction of projects.
In its long-term presence in the field of design and construction, E. Apostolatos & Associates Architects prepares architectural studies, issuance of permits, supervision and construction of public and private projects of small and large scale, real estate appraisal, renovations.
Our professionals offer experience and expertise on design- construction- reconstruction on residences, commercial buildings and hotels in Greece.
Our goal is the design and construction of buildings based on customer satisfaction, functionality and upgrading of the urban environment. Particular importance is given to the needs and requirements of the end user that shape the way the work is conceived, designed and shaped with solutions of high aesthetics and strong character.
The technical office covers the architectural study, the supervision as well as the complete coordination and construction of the works until the completion of the project. Professionals of other specialties such as civil engineers, mechanical engineers work with the team according to the requirements of the project ensuring the quality of life through modern architecture and the application of technological innovations.
In our many years of presence in the field of architecture, our office has studied, completed and constructed a variety of projects, both on small and large scale. Commercial, private projects such as houses and apartments, as well as hotels bear our signature. We are proud not only of the quality of our work but also of its full acceptance by our customers and their visitors. The characteristics that have established us in our field are the dedication to the project purpose, the importance in detail, the absolute satisfaction of the aesthetic and ergonomic needs of the owners and finally, the delivery of a well-designed and executed project. | urban_planning |
http://www.greenlivingenterprises.ca/our-work/case-studies/city-of-toronto/ | 2016-08-27T09:49:22 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-36/segments/1471982298977.21/warc/CC-MAIN-20160823195818-00053-ip-10-153-172-175.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.961453 | 282 | CC-MAIN-2016-36 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2016-36__0__171324932 | en | The City of Toronto came to Green Living with a desire to communicate to Torontonians its commitment, via innovative programs and more than $8 billion in investments, to “transforming Toronto into one of the greenest cities in the world.” The city also wanted to engage all residents and reward those doing their part to help realize that goal.
Green Living partnered with the city to develop, design, brand and manage the Green Toronto Awards to recognize environmental excellence among Toronto’s youth, community groups, companies and non-profit organizations. The ceremony is held during the Green Living Show, leveraging the show’s facilities and attendees, and winners each receive a prestigious Green Toronto Award and a $5,000 donation to the charity of his or her choice. Green Living also designs and executes a 12-page program, invitations, posters, direct-mail pieces and eblasts. Green Living and the City of Toronto also created the Live Green Toronto Membership Card, which rewards shoppers who support green-committed retailers and service providers in the city. Members receive special offers and discounts by showing their cards at participating businesses.
The Green Toronto Awards are now in their seventh year, with more than $200,000 in donation funds provided to winners. The City of Toronto Environment Office reports that the Live Green Toronto Membership Card is recognized by nearly 200 partner companies and has thousands of members. | urban_planning |
http://kuchindanac.hpage.co.in/ | 2016-05-27T04:27:29 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-22/segments/1464049276537.37/warc/CC-MAIN-20160524002116-00060-ip-10-185-217-139.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.871766 | 129 | CC-MAIN-2016-22 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2016-22__0__112011418 | en | KUCHINDA NOTIFIED AREA COUNCIL.
CONSTITUTION: Kuchinda NAC was constituted vide Housing & Urban Development Department of Government of Orissa Notification No.7955/HUD , Dated 24.04.69 and started functioning with effect from 1.9.1969. Kuchinda town is about 85 Kilometre from Sambalpur District of the State Orissa (India). The town is having a link with Jharsuguda (42 Km.) and Deogarh (47 Km) by National Highway 200 (Chandikhol-Raipur) | urban_planning |
https://www.gii.ie/services/site-services/slit-trenching/ | 2023-05-31T18:49:50 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224647409.17/warc/CC-MAIN-20230531182033-20230531212033-00011.warc.gz | 0.939965 | 452 | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__79968388 | en | Ground Investigations Ireland Ltd. has over twenty engineers with a range of qualifications including Geotechnical Engineers, Engineering Geologists and Environmental Engineers who have received in house training to allow them to carry out Slit trenching. The Engineers are selected for the project depending on the project’s primary requirements.
Slit Trenches are generally long narrow trenches. They are commonly excavated in urban environments and on roadways to determine the position of existing underground services and the soil profile prior to carrying out planned developments. Identifying and recording the locations of services is crucial for development projects when they need to be diverted from their current position or avoided entirely.
Our services include provision of a full report including a detailed log of each trench (in plan and cross section) and comprehensive as-built plans, compiled in accordance with the Client’s requirements.
Excavations of Slit Trenches usually combines hand excavation methods and excavation using a small mechanical excavator equipped with a toothless bucket. A suitably experienced Engineering Geologist or Geotechnical Engineer is at all times present and supervises all operations and carries out a detailed survey of the excavation features, such as; the depth, dimensions of the trench, soils strata, the nature, position, dimensions and orientation of any utilities exposed as well as any other relevant information as the excavation proceeds.
The soil is logged in accordance with Eurocode 7 Part 2 Ground Investigation and Testing (ISEN 1997-2:2007) and BS5930:2015 and soil samples are taken according to specification.
Slit Trenching jobs are mainly carried out along existing roads where local traffic and utility providers are taken into consideration. GII staff engaged on slit trenching projects have received the required training and development and hold the relevant CSCS cards such as Signing Lighting and Guarding, Location of Underground Services etc.
The engineers ensure all works by Ground Investigations Ireland on roadways are set up with appropriate Traffic Management and all service providers and local authorities are contacted and aware of the works taking place. Temporary and Permanent Immediate Reinstatements of road surfaces are undertaken in accordance with the Clients and Local Authority requirements. | urban_planning |
https://janessurveying.com/2021/09/26/what-is-a-construction-survey/ | 2023-05-30T22:17:44 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224646144.69/warc/CC-MAIN-20230530194919-20230530224919-00493.warc.gz | 0.922804 | 388 | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__248399120 | en | What is a Construction Survey?
A construction survey in the Midwest is used to determine reference points on a property that will provide guidance to the workers on a construction site. Construction surveys are extremely important and a necessity for every construction site; whether for commercial development, residential development, or state and federal development projects.
Companies that provide construction surveys in the Midwest, such as Janes Surveying, Inc. will mark the appropriate reference points at the construction site as well as on applicable site layout plans. They will work with the proper personnel to ensure the construction site is prepped and ready for development.
Why do you need a Construction Survey in the Midwest?
There are many reasons why you would need a Midwest construction surveyor and below are a few examples:
- Residential neighborhood development
- Commercial property construction
- State or Federal roadway projects
- Power company substation development
- Local governmental body new construction
As you can see, the list of reasons why you need a construction survey in the Midwest can be endless. Therefore, hiring a construction surveyor specialist should be a major requirement for your construction project. Look no further than Janes Surveying, Inc. for all of your construction surveying needs in the Midwest. Contact us today!
Why hire Janes as your Midwest Construction Surveyor?
As a result of 27 years of experience in construction surveying, Janes Surveying, Inc. is your Midwest construction surveying specialist. We are located in Palmyra, Missouri and licensed to service you in Arkansas, Florida, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Missouri, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. Centrally located in the Midwest, right where YOU need us.
We specialize in residential construction surveying, commercial construction surveying, road construction surveying, and general construction surveying. If you need a construction survey completed, Janes Surveying, Inc. can provide it. | urban_planning |
http://nicolavalleymuseum.org/gallery/heritage-homes.html | 2018-07-20T00:49:20 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-30/segments/1531676591455.76/warc/CC-MAIN-20180720002543-20180720022543-00283.warc.gz | 0.945405 | 422 | CC-MAIN-2018-30 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-30__0__61106927 | en | 1675 Tutill Court, Merritt, BC, V1K 1B8
Winter: 10:00am - 3:00pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday;
10:00am - 4:00pm Thursday;
Closed Saturday, Sunday and Statuatory Holidays.
Summer: 10:00am - 3:00pm Monday;
9:00am - 5:00pm Tuesday to Saturday;
Closed Sunday and Stat Holidays.
Archive hours: One hour after opening to one hour before closing.
Phone ahead to (250) 378-4145 if you are planning a special visit or research trip to Merritt.
The importance of historic houses and neighbourhoods to our communities is a theme that many people can relate to. While ornate historic houses are what many people think of first when they hear “heritage”, established, stable and attractive neighbourhoods make an equally important contribution to the community, creating a positive sense of well being, enjoyment, and security.
The theme explores the character and warmth of historic homes, and the timeless appeal of established, older neighbourhoods with vintage house styles, gardens, landscaping, trees and boulevards. Often close to the town centre and developed in an era when the automobile was a less dominant feature of daily life, older neighbourhoods lend themselves to a more sustainable lifestyle. Neighbourhoods and districts from earlier eras also promote a layered sense of community history and contribute to visual appeal and variety. They enhance community attractiveness and livability.
The 2013 British Columbia Heritage Week theme has been approached with enthusiasm. Members of the Nicola Valley Museum & Archives; the Bailiie House Historic Site; the Heritage Commission; Shaw Cable; CBC Radio; and Merritt Broadcasting have worked closely to promote the theme.
Four Merritt home owners have welcomed the photographers into their homes to document the interiors. Additional photographs were taken in the museum parlour display.
This gallery is a sampling of the photographs produced by Mavis Polmans for 2013 Heritage Week. | urban_planning |
http://www.clintoncountyarts.org/call-for-artists.html | 2018-04-26T03:22:15 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-17/segments/1524125948064.80/warc/CC-MAIN-20180426031603-20180426051603-00414.warc.gz | 0.929877 | 383 | CC-MAIN-2018-17 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-17__0__203004561 | en | The purpose of this mural is to not only beautify an area of our downtown, but also draw in passersby and create a fun, positive experience for the viewers. For this reason, we want our mural to have what we are terming an “interactive” aspect. We are defining this loosely, and will encourage our applicants to use their creativity in determining what an “interactive” mural can be. Our ultimate desire is a mural that will make people stop, approach, and photograph the piece.
The preferred idea will be something that people can take photographs of themselves. Our secondary goal is that people will take these images and share them on social media. A requirement for this mural will be the inclusion of the hash-tag “#stjohnspublicart” somewhere on the piece. We are hoping to make this a larger campaign at a later date, and feel this will be the perfect way to start a movement to place more public art in St. Johns.
The mural is also required to have a theme appropriate for, and related to, the St. Johns area. This could mean it is related to any of our local industries, our cultural heritage, or other related themes.
The St. Johns Downtown District Authority (DDA) and the CCAC are seeking an artist to create a new, interactive mural in downtown St. Johns, MI. The goal of this project is to activate economic vibrancy and art awareness through the creation of a mural that will bring color and culture to our city’s downtown. The Artist will partner with the DDA, the owner of Gilroy’s Hardware and the Clinton County Arts Council (CCAC) to revitalize a well-deserving part of our downtown.
One example of what we would consider an "interactive mural." This mural is from the "Global Angel Project." | urban_planning |
https://www.chalfontborough.com/parking-survey/ | 2023-12-11T12:56:26 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679511159.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20231211112008-20231211142008-00630.warc.gz | 0.936938 | 138 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__98021828 | en | The Chalfont Borough Streets Committee wants your opinion on Ordinance 308A section 402 regarding parking between the hours of 1:00am and 6:00am on borough streets. Parking is currently restricted on all borough streets during those times. Please visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/cbparking to fill out the survey online. If you don’t have access to the internet, please call the Borough or stop by and we can collect your answers for you. Participation in this survey will allow your voice to be heard. There are only 4 questions so it should take less than 1 minute of your time. Thank you for your input regarding this matter! | urban_planning |
https://www.gillandpark.com/contact | 2022-09-26T07:27:31 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-40/segments/1664030334802.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20220926051040-20220926081040-00220.warc.gz | 0.816388 | 117 | CC-MAIN-2022-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-40__0__260744383 | en | ISLAND DEVELOPMENT, INC.
Tel : (036) 288 1027
Email : [email protected]
Gill & Park Office, 1-A Bolabog, Barangay Balabag, Boracay Island, Malay, Aklan 5608, Philippines
Gill & Park Island Development, Inc. specializes in developing high-end commercial and residential buildings within the beautiful island of Boracay. What started as a dream has now expanded into a conglomerate of businesses. | urban_planning |
https://nettzero.com.au/building-solutions/beec-cbd-tenancy-lighting-assessments/ | 2023-12-03T19:47:34 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100508.53/warc/CC-MAIN-20231203193127-20231203223127-00053.warc.gz | 0.909074 | 269 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__16975554 | en | Compliance made easy.
Fulfil your CBD Compliance Obligations
The CBD (Commercial Building Disclosure) Program came into full effect on the 1st of November 2011 and requires most sellers, lessors or sub-lessors of office spaces greater than 1000m2 to disclose a valid and current Building Energy Efficiency Certificate (BEEC) before selling or leasing their building on the market. This is necessary to comply with current Australian Government regulations before marketing the building.
What is a BEEC?
CBD Tenancy Lighting Assessment
General energy efficiency guidance
Keep your building compliant with a current BEEC.
Improving building energy efficiency is one of the quickest and most cost-effective ways to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and help mitigate climate change. A NettZero conducted BEEC will ensure your building or tenancy is compliant with the Commercial Building Disclosure Program.
Experts in sustainable buildings
The CBD program promotes transparency and provides valuable information to potential tenants and buyers about the energy efficiency and environmental performance of a building.
By requiring building owners to disclose the NABERS Energy rating and other relevant data, the program enables informed decision-making.
This not only helps tenants and buyers choose buildings that align with their sustainability goals but also encourages building owners to invest in energy-efficient measures, thus driving market transformation towards more sustainable buildings. | urban_planning |
http://www.transfer-paris-france.com/comparing-three-co2-emission-assessments-for-freight-transportation-in-paris/ | 2020-01-23T19:47:46 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-05/segments/1579250613416.54/warc/CC-MAIN-20200123191130-20200123220130-00213.warc.gz | 0.952246 | 373 | CC-MAIN-2020-05 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-05__0__42501042 | en | ABSTRACT: Freight transportation has been immensely successful in meeting the needs of today’s urban economies, delivering an increasing number of goods to businesses and households while operating in congested, complex urban environments. More than one million deliveries are made every day in the Paris region. But this has come at a cost, as the environmental impact of urban freight is high. Truck and van trips make up 15% of urban traffic, but generate between a quarter and half of motor traffic pollution in cities. This is due to the old age of urban commercial vehicles and the predominance of diesel vehicles, the stops and goes that goods’ deliveries and pickups generate, the increased distances from distribution terminals to final destinations. In this presentation, three recent CO2 emission assessments for freight transportation at different scales will be compared, leading to a discussion on urban freight environmental challenges and the often unsuccessful efforts by local decision-makers to deal with them.
SPEAKER BIO: Dr. Laetitia Dablanc, is a visiting scholar at the Sol Price School of Public Policy. She is a senior scientist from the French Institute of Science and Technology for Transport, Development and Networks (IFSTTAR). Her areas of research are freight transportation, freight and the environment, freight policies. She has authored many books and articles on urban freight issues. She received a PhD in transportation planning from Ecole des Ponts-Paris Tech, and a Master’s degree in city and regional planning from Cornell University. Professor Dablanc was initially trained in policy analysis and economics at Science Po Paris. With the financial support of IFSTTAR and ADEME, she is currently working on logistics sprawl issues and freight transport planning in U.S. and European mega-regions. She researched at the Georgia Institute of Technology before joining METRANS. | urban_planning |
http://rockingham.harcourts.com.au/Property/689871/WRH4953/10-Victoria-Street | 2017-06-27T02:01:37 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-26/segments/1498128320887.15/warc/CC-MAIN-20170627013832-20170627033832-00327.warc.gz | 0.786175 | 127 | CC-MAIN-2017-26 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-26__0__222831144 | en | Superb location, only 200m to the beachfront.
Large, 1113m2 development site, with extra wide 25.33m frontage.
Zoned R40 with the potential for up to 5 dwellings.
Adjoins upmarket two storey units.
Very central, with access to major transport roads, facilities and businesses.
This above average lot adjoins a 1017m2 vacant lot with separate street frontage. If developed jointly possible 9 unit site.
This is a rare development site with possible ocean view from front of property.
|Land Size||1113 sqm| | urban_planning |
https://www.reviewcenter.in/9412/finding-a-public-toilet-gets-easier-in-india-with-google-maps/ | 2021-12-01T21:14:34 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-49/segments/1637964360951.9/warc/CC-MAIN-20211201203843-20211201233843-00538.warc.gz | 0.949755 | 328 | CC-MAIN-2021-49 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-49__0__136320715 | en | Google has announced that starting from October 2nd, 2019, users in India would be able to find nearby public toilets using Google Maps. The initiative was launched in 2016 as a pilot in three cities- New Delhi, Bhopal, and Indore, in collaboration with the Swachh Bharat Mission and Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs and now Google Maps has listed over 57,000 public toilets in more than 2,300 cities in India.
Commenting on the milestone, Anal Ghosh, Senior Program Manager, Google Maps said, “With Google Maps, our aim has always been to help people as they navigate and explore the world, wherever they are. And we believe that making information about public sanitation facilities easily accessible to people is a key element for social good — one that also constitutes the cornerstone of the government’s Swachh Bharat campaign to promote clean habits and hygiene.”
This is not just a feature in Google Maps, but the experience is spread across users in different forms. Users can simply type ‘public toilets near me’ on Google Search or Google Maps or ask the Google Assistant about the same, and they will get the results within seconds. Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs will monitor visits, ratings and reviews to obtain valuable insights to maintain and upgrade toilets, whenever required.
Google Maps has an active Local Guides community, and the community members continue to share feedback on toilets in their locality. Google Maps had run a campaign last year to raise awareness and that resulted in 32,000 reviews, photos, and edits being added to public toilets across India by Local guides. | urban_planning |
https://100percentiowa.com/100dsm/ | 2021-03-08T03:43:09 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-10/segments/1614178381803.98/warc/CC-MAIN-20210308021603-20210308051603-00026.warc.gz | 0.924204 | 190 | CC-MAIN-2021-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-10__0__183860812 | en | Des Moines’ Mayor and City Council have an opportunity to lead by committing the city to achieve 100% clean energy by 2030. By reaching 24/7 carbon-free electricity in the next decade, Des Moines and its residents can realize cleaner air and water, cleaner energy, greater health benefits, and economic prosperity. This ambitious goal is not only necessary — but attainable.
166 cities across the US have already committed to 100% renewable electricity community-wide. These include many cities in the Midwest, such as: Minneapolis, Minnesota; St. Paul, Minnesota; St. Louis, Missouri; Kansas City, Missouri; Chicago, Illinois; Cincinnati, Ohio; Madison, Wisconsin; and Cleveland, Ohio. Let’s make Des Moines next!
The need is clear and this move is already underway by cities around the country. Rather than asking why we need a 100% clean energy resolution — let’s ask ourselves why not? | urban_planning |
http://www.lionsdendevelopers.com/projects | 2017-10-20T03:02:36 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-43/segments/1508187823630.63/warc/CC-MAIN-20171020025810-20171020045810-00615.warc.gz | 0.953311 | 309 | CC-MAIN-2017-43 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-43__0__37635445 | en | Lion’s Den Developer’s first renovation project for a single family residence was an outstanding piece of work that encompassed the forethought of balanced design and functionality. It was such a great example of aesthetic contrasts and proper spatial layout that its kitchen was one of 10 featured kitchen and baths on the 2012 National Kitchen and Bath Tour which was featured in San Diego Home and Garden Magazine. LDD is constantly evaluating SFR’s for renovation and resale value.
In May 2014, after a year of diligent work with the County of San Diego, the Lakeside Design Review Board, and the Lakeside Community Planning Group Lion’s Den Developers received site plan approval for the El Capitan Townhome project for the Lakeside community. This 4 unit complex was designed to be “eco-friendly” and cost efficient to build, as to provide the builder of choice a solid option to retain the property once completed due to the favorable capitalization rate or sell the units for a significant profit. Land entitlement opportunities such as these provide multiple exits strategies during the course of development. LDD pursues these types of opportunities for residential custom homes as well as multi-family and urban developments.
Due to the complexities of construction it is necessary to have the right team of people taking care of timelines and budgets and everything in between. Whether it’s residential renovations, new builds, or commercial tenant improvements, Lion’s Den Developers has the right project managers, vendors and contractors to get the job done right. | urban_planning |
http://en.mcgeesinn.ca/explore-ottawa/Ottawa_Convention_Centre | 2018-04-20T22:04:41 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-17/segments/1524125944742.25/warc/CC-MAIN-20180420213743-20180420233743-00425.warc.gz | 0.961937 | 179 | CC-MAIN-2018-17 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-17__0__128325611 | en | Ottawa Convention Centre
Walking Distance from McGee's Inn - 10 Minutes
The Ottawa Convention Centre is located in downtown Ottawa, and opened in April 2011.
The Convention Centre replaces the Ottawa Congress Centre, which opened in 1983. The new Centre is built on the site of the Congress Centre building, which was demolished in 2008-2009. The Centre is located on Colonel By Drive, just south of Rideau Street. The facility is owned by the Ontario Provincial Government. The new building features a large glass facade on the Colonel By Drive front. From the outside, the entrance from the street is clearly visible and the internal escalators are also visible. The architect is Ritchard Brisbin of Brisbin Brook Beynon Architects (BBB Architects). While it has four levels of convention space, it is seven storeys in height.
See whats happening at the Ottawa Convention Centre. | urban_planning |
https://meedmashreqindustryinsight.com/dubai-receives-interest-metro-package/ | 2024-02-29T04:27:25 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474784.33/warc/CC-MAIN-20240229035411-20240229065411-00503.warc.gz | 0.968288 | 319 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__9972250 | en | Dubai receives interest for metro package
Dubai Roads & Transport Authority’s metro contract with UK-headquartered Serco expires in 2021
Dubai’s Roads & Transport Authority (RTA) has received interest from firms for the contract to operate and maintain (O&M) the Dubai Metro.
MEED understands the bidding process for the multi-year contract could begin next year.
RTA’s contract with UK-headquartered Serco is set to expire in 2021.
It is understood the O&M for Route 2020, the 15-kilometre extension of the Dubai Metro Red Line to the Expo 2020 venue, has been added into Serco’s contract until 2021.
Route 2020 is expected to start test runs by February 2020.
Serco provided RTA with pre-launch consultancy and planning in 2007 and won the contract to operate the metro from 2009 to 2014.
This contract has since been extended until 2019, with a further two-year extension to 2021.
The five-year extension announced in 2013 was valued at £355m.
In November 2017, the firm pulled out from its bid to operate and maintain a metro scheme in Saudi Arabia citing the “tendering process is taking much longer than anticipated”.
Two O&M packages for the Riyadh Metro were awarded in September last year.
There are plans to further expand the Dubai Metro and tram. The RTA is expected to award the design consultancy and study contract for the Dubai Metro Red and Green Line extension imminently. | urban_planning |
https://www.arcapita.com/portfolio/arcapita-qatar-real-estate-investment-i/ | 2021-05-13T22:44:30 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-21/segments/1620243992514.37/warc/CC-MAIN-20210513204127-20210513234127-00069.warc.gz | 0.949581 | 166 | CC-MAIN-2021-21 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-21__0__107298489 | en | In November 2008, Arcapita acquired 50% stake in Lusail Golf Development. The Al-Sidra development is a golf residential community within Lusail City, located in Doha, Qatar. Al-Sidra was developed over a 3.6 million square meter plot and includes up to 3,200 residential units around a Greg Norman-designed 18-hole championship golf course, 9-hole academy course, golf academy and club house. Additionally, the development includes a country club and Chris Evert Sports & Tennis Center; a commercial village that comprises retail, residential sports clubs and other supporting lifestyle amenities; civic facilities, such as a mosque, international school, nursery, library and small healthcare facility. Arcapita sold their 50% stake in Lusail Golf Development to Barwa Real Estate Company. | urban_planning |
https://discoverstafford.org/artifact/modern-stafford/growing-middle-class/ | 2024-04-17T18:35:31 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817171.53/warc/CC-MAIN-20240417173445-20240417203445-00155.warc.gz | 0.958256 | 224 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__151317096 | en | Growing Middle Class
The hospitality industry (food and lodging) attracted some commerce along the U.S. Route 1 corridor until the I-95 era.
Housing – particularly affordable housing for Washington area governmental workers and for returning veterans and, in the Baby Boom era, increased populations – became a Stafford growth industry. Relatively cheap land, relatively low taxes, and a suburban/rural life style attracted many. Governed somewhat by variable gas prices inflicting pain on Washington commuting, Stafford began a sustained growth period in the 1960s-1970s which has not subsided into the twenty-first century.
For example, Aquia Harbour first sold lots to individuals in the 1960s. By the 1970s, it became a popular middle-class neighborhood with many amenities such as marina, golf course, pools, playgrounds, stables, and ball fields.
Stafford County’s population growth and the concept of franchises spawned all of the businesses associated with suburban and even urban life. New businesses brought new jobs and population growth increased the demand for better schools, more churches, and recreational facilities. | urban_planning |
http://www.portofportlandmaine.org/485/Housing-Economic-Development | 2020-10-29T13:47:06 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-45/segments/1603107904287.88/warc/CC-MAIN-20201029124628-20201029154628-00154.warc.gz | 0.954879 | 188 | CC-MAIN-2020-45 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-45__0__210125450 | en | The Housing & Economic Development Department is focused on cultivating a healthy and vibrant economic climate as well as fostering housing development opportunities in the City of Portland. We strive to maintain and grow a diversified tax base that supports strong employment opportunities, while positioning Portland to compete in the global marketplace.
Comprehensive assistance is available to businesses at every stage of development and growth, whether just starting up, expanding or relocating to the city. Our services are designed to streamline doing business in Portland and are free and confidential.
Our Housing & Community Development team supports a wide variety of projects and programs including social and neighborhood services, public facilities, and infrastructure in eligible neighborhoods and housing rehabilitation and housing development. The team works in partnership with residents, non-profit agencies and City departments to benefit low and moderate-income residents and improve the neighborhoods in which they live. The team also administers the City's Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. | urban_planning |
https://bikeinriotours.com/tours/beach-getaway-bike/ | 2020-08-15T18:59:06 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-34/segments/1596439741154.98/warc/CC-MAIN-20200815184756-20200815214756-00404.warc.gz | 0.884063 | 367 | CC-MAIN-2020-34 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-34__0__142735214 | en | From Copacabana to Ipanema, Sugarloaf to downtown, this Rio bike tour shows you all the city sites you can see on two wheels!
Spin your wheels and come cycle through the ‘cycles’ of Rio! Hop on a bike and learn how Rio has developed over the years, and how its downtown and surrounding bairros have changed with the times.
Breathe in the sea air of Guanabara Bay, check out Flamengo Park, snap a shot of Sugarloaf Mountain, and find out how the city shifted from its first settlements through to today on this Rio bike tour!
Biking Tour of Rio Highlights
- Get a blast of sunshine and sea air as you explore the changing districts of Rio de Janeiro
- Discover how the city of Rio developed, from downtown all the way to Copacabana
- See some of the city’s most spectacular natural sites, like Sugarloaf Mountain and Guanabara Bay, on a bike tour
- Learn about Rio’s 2016 Olympics projects, such as the Museum of Tomorrow and the amazing Kobra mural
- Ride through the beautiful Burle Marx gardens of Flamengo Park
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide and bike and helmet rental.
Exclusions: Food and drinks, souvenirs and items of a personal nature, and tips/gratuities for your guide.
- Duration: From 4 to 4.5 hours
- Meeting point: By the statue outside the Belmond Copacabana Palace Hotel 1702, Atlantica Avenue – Copacabana
Closest Subway Station: Cardeal Arcoverde
- Starting time: 9.00 AM
- Ending point: Dorival Caymmi statue, Copacabana. | urban_planning |
http://lesterbanks.com/2017/04/realtraffic-simulator-cinema-4d/ | 2023-12-05T12:33:26 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100551.17/warc/CC-MAIN-20231205105136-20231205135136-00251.warc.gz | 0.92695 | 201 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__240471270 | en | Why manually populate and animate automobiles, busses and transport vehicles for city street scenes? There is a plugin for Cinema 4D that takes care of all that for you, with a few clicks. RealTraffic Simulator easily created realistic traffic scenes where special objects manage traffic flow and control light signals. Cars, trucks, buses or trams can be created and configured with just a few clicks.
getting started with RealTraffic, the traffic simulator for CINEMA 4D
The RealTraffic Simulator helps in the three areas that make up traffic: Vehicles, Roads, and Control. The plugin uses an Intelligent Driver Model (IDM), developed by the TU Dresden, which simulates human-like driving behavior. Check out how it all works. C4dPlugin’s Klaus Heyne walks through creating a road network, setting up vehicles, and simulating traffic.
RealTraffic runs under Cinema 4D R15-R18, under MacOS and Windows systems. | urban_planning |
https://ccatexas.org/cca-texas-comments-on-water-use-permit-application-no-17328-and-calls-for-public-meeting/ | 2024-04-24T06:07:54 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296819067.85/warc/CC-MAIN-20240424045636-20240424075636-00105.warc.gz | 0.882443 | 390 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__97259668 | en | CCA Texas has submitted comments to TCEQ on WRPERM 13728, requesting a public meeting. Please consider submitting public comment on this pending permit application as well and be sure to request a public meeting. Click here for the TCEQ online comment portal.
From Application no. 13728: “The Lavaca-Navidad River Authority (LNRA/Applicant) has applied for a water use permit (Permit) to construct and maintain a reservoir impounding 240 acre-feet of water on the Lavaca River, Lavaca River Basin, divert 96,022 acre-feet of water per year from a diversion reach on the Lavaca River for municipal, industrial, and mining purposes in Calhoun, Jackson, Matagorda, Wharton, and Victoria counties in the Lavaca River Basin and the Colorado-Lavaca and Lavaca-Guadalupe Coastal Basins, authorize use of the bed and banks of the Navidad River (Lake Texana) to convey the diverted water and/or store the diverted water in an off-channel reservoir, overdraft Lake Texana under specified conditions, authorize reuse of the water diverted and used under the permit and temporarily use 1,500 acre-feet of the authorized water for industrial purposes.”
“A public meeting will be held if the Executive Director determines that there is a significant degree of public interest in the application.”
Note: “96,022 acre-feet of water per year” converted to gallons is over 31 billion gallons of water per year. The proposed 50,000 acre feet (16 million gallons) off-channel reservoir would be located on Keller Creek between two points identified as Latitude 28.887744°N, Longitude 96.618490°W and Latitude 28.876220°N, Longitude 96.611804°W in Jackson County. | urban_planning |
http://03c1c3a.netsolhost.com/default?page=S0702 | 2022-01-20T01:22:58 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-05/segments/1642320301670.75/warc/CC-MAIN-20220120005715-20220120035715-00478.warc.gz | 0.958223 | 150 | CC-MAIN-2022-05 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-05__0__111406278 | en | State Reward Road No. 1
The state highway system began with the State Reward Road program, created by the Michigan Legislature in 1905. The program provided "rewards" to local governments for road improvements made according to state standards. Horatio "Good Roads" Earle, the state highway commissioner, traveled the state drumming up interest in road improvements. Elkland Township was the first municipality to receive a reward. Spending $985, the township widened (to nine feet) and graveled one mile of rutted wagon road (Later M-81) between the corner of Elkland Cemetery and what became Crawford Road. The township then received a $500 reward. State Reward Road No. 1 marked the beginning of state aid for local roads. | urban_planning |
https://soulclipse.com/uncategorized/elon-musk-wants-to-build-a-high-speed-loop-that-will-cut-transport-time-in-half/ | 2023-02-01T03:05:06 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-06/segments/1674764499899.9/warc/CC-MAIN-20230201013650-20230201043650-00079.warc.gz | 0.960867 | 798 | CC-MAIN-2023-06 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-06__0__270944225 | en | Elon Musk Wants to Build a High-Speed Loop That Will Cut Transport Time in Half
The maddening commute for many city denizens may about to be eliminated forever.
Elon Musk is never boring, but his latest venture proposes to utilizes the Boring Company to drill into the earth to create a high-speed loop in Chicago, cutting travel time for people in Chicago’s downtown area to the O’Hare airport in half. On a good day, without traffic, the commute can take 45 minutes to an hour. Current above-ground trains take at least 40 minutes. Taxi rides can take up to 70 minutes.
How many people could a high-speed loop service? Overall, Chicago’s estimated 2,707,120 population has recently grown by 362,789 people with downtown gains and similar increases on the outskirts of the city. Chicago’s downtown has seen one of the largest influxes of residents in the entire country. Though they aren’t all clamoring to catch a plane to NYC, hundreds of thousands of people make this commute daily.
Musk’s SpaceX years ago proposed a Hyperloop system that would travel even faster. A real hyperloop has since been developed, intended for use in Las Vegas, but it is slower, and bigger, with top travel speeds reaching only 200 miles per hour. (Musk’s Hyperloop could go as fast as 700 mph.)
The Boring Company’s website states their aim is to build “fast to dig, low-cost tunnels” with the goal of solving “the problem of soul-destroying traffic” through a “large network of tunnels many levels deep below cities.
The current proposed loop would shuttle Chicago residents between downtown and O’Hare in less than 20 minutes. Chicago’s former Mayor, Richard M. Daley, tried to convince Chinese investors to build the railway system stemming from the Block 37 super-station years ago, but he was turned down, or red-tape got in the way, or both. The lofty hope was tabled, until Musk, and others took up the bid.
Though Musk has not yet won the bid, he and his competitors for the Chicago contract will have to include both a downtown and airport station, as well as a maintenance facility, and have a plan in place to minimize “potential conflicts or impacts on existing transportation systems and the environment.”
Chicago’s mayor sent out a request for bids to build an express train. Musk has clarified that the Chicago system would not actually be a hyperloop. He explained the distinction on Twitter, saying that “A Loop is like a Hyperloop, but without drawing a vacuum inside the tube. Don’t need to get rid of air friction for short routes.” Instead of vacuum pods, the Chicago loop would use electric cars; however, Musk didn’t say if the proposal will feature an underground system or one that’s above ground. Musk did confirm that electric pods will be part of the system, though he added that rails may or may not be part of the proposal.
Few details of the plan have been released, but it seems Musk is trying to capture the attention of another city with a similar plan to build alternative transportation.
A map of another proposed system in Los Angeles, CA was just released. The underground system would travel at 150 miles per hour beneath Interstate 105. The tunnels could also one day be used for Hyperloop, a high-speed rail system that would allow passengers to travel at speeds up to 700 mph (1,125 km/h).
While Musk’s proposed super-loop isn’t a hyperloop, it would be a welcome improvement for hundreds of thousands of commuters in Chicago – and possibly many additional large cities, soon. | urban_planning |
http://www.mjtxglobaladvisors.com/alban-towers | 2019-08-21T04:51:56 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-35/segments/1566027315809.69/warc/CC-MAIN-20190821043107-20190821065107-00304.warc.gz | 0.958349 | 246 | CC-MAIN-2019-35 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-35__0__78133354 | en | Washington, DC, USA
The Charles E Smith Residential Realty Companies commissioned MJTX to oversee the execution of this project which included the design of individual apartment units of which there are dozens of types due to the layout and structure of the existing building.
Understanding the building’s social context was integral to the design. Part of the challenge of the project was to modernize the building without affecting the original character. Examples of these situations are the architectural and fabrication of replacement suite entry doors that meet current accessibility standards. Other significant issues involve the restoration and consolidation of original materials such as limestone, brick, plaster, and tile and the sensitive replacement of historic doors and windows that were demolished prior to the current building ownership.
On the interior, MJTX advised on over 200 units with several distinct layouts, inclusive of unit furnishings, finishes, and equipment. The main lobby and other historic public spaces were restored to their original condition, and building amenities were added for resident comfort. Such lavish amentites include a fitness center with weight and cardio-machines, a lap pool, and locker rooms, a business center, an underground parking garage, and a rooftop sundeck with panoramic views of the city. | urban_planning |
https://balcrete.com/product/precast-concrete-benches/ | 2023-05-28T10:19:04 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224643663.27/warc/CC-MAIN-20230528083025-20230528113025-00700.warc.gz | 0.909084 | 204 | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__18604449 | en | Ballyliffin, Co. Donegal, Ireland
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Precast concrete benches are a stylish and practical seating option for public spaces, including parks, schools, universities, commercial buildings as well as private homes.
The straight bench designs offer clean lines and a classic look, while curved benches provide a graceful and flowing shape that complements the natural contours of the surrounding environment.
Designed to withstand the harsh elements of the outdoors, precast concrete benches require little upkeep and will retain their appearance even after years of use.
Whatever you choose, the unique design and high-quality construction will make it a functional and eye-catching addition to any outdoor setting.
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Benches are customised to the client’s specification including colour and finish choice.
>> View a recent precast concrete bench project here. | urban_planning |
https://innowee.eu/demo-sites/real-case-studies/pilot-house-in-padua/ | 2021-10-20T04:21:21 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-43/segments/1634323585302.56/warc/CC-MAIN-20211020024111-20211020054111-00069.warc.gz | 0.971853 | 183 | CC-MAIN-2021-43 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-43__0__73744735 | en | The Pilot House is a building located inside the National Research Council Area in Padova, Italy.
The Pilot House was built around 1993 as a prefabricated single-story office building. The Pilot House was used as an office until 2016 when the people using the structure were relocated in other sites of the Area. The floorplan of the building is almost a square, with an area slightly higher than 70 m2 and an orientation that is close to North-South. The building comprises three main rooms, a small room, a bathroom, and a corridor for a total volume close to 200 m3.
As the house from Padua is a pilot demo site, all the developed solutions have been installed.
- ETICs-like panels on the northern façade;
- Ventilated panels on the southern façade;
- Ceiling radiant panels in one of the main rooms. | urban_planning |
http://www.theloftssilom.com/main/pages/project.php | 2018-12-10T11:38:24 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-51/segments/1544376823322.49/warc/CC-MAIN-20181210101954-20181210123454-00099.warc.gz | 0.94618 | 148 | CC-MAIN-2018-51 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-51__0__44864310 | en | Silom is the beating heart of Bangkok, with world-famous restaurants sitting alongside some quaint, historic buildings and art galleries. It’s also regarded by many as the capital’s central business district. Whatever you’re looking for, Silom has it.
Located in Soi Pramuan, The Lofts Silom is just 400 metres from BTS Surasak and the Bangkok mass transit network. It’s also just 600 metres to the expressway and a mere three-minute walk to the Central Silom shopping mall. Prestigious schools and international hospitals are also in the neighbourhood – making this location simply one of the best for living in the Silom area.MAP GOOGLE MAP | urban_planning |
http://conference.usu.edu/springrunoff/system/Schedule/sch_Details.cfm?abid=330&ty=grid | 2015-11-27T15:20:55 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2015-48/segments/1448398449258.99/warc/CC-MAIN-20151124205409-00052-ip-10-71-132-137.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.948186 | 407 | CC-MAIN-2015-48 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2015-48__0__68436361 | en | In March 2012, Nevada's State Engineer released water right rulings for four valleys in eastern Nevada. The Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) was awarded the majority of the water they applied for from Spring Valley, Cave Valley, Dry Lake Valley, and Delamar Valley. The SNWA plans to pump the groundwater and pipe it south to the Las Vegas metropolitan area. The State Engineer's decision followed a six-week water hearing and the submission of more than 23,000 public comments. Allocating scarce supplies is one of the most significant and contentious water issues facing the Western United States. As cities and population continue to grow in this region, people are seeking new approaches to increase the flexibility of existing water policies. This case study provides the opportunity to examine two dimensions of water conflict: the potential rural-to-urban water transfer and the increasingly common dilemma of how to equitably meet both human and ecological needs. Using semi-structured key-informant interviews and document analysis of the water hearing transcripts, submitted public comments, and hearing rulings, we examine the water policy debates in this highly controversial case of water allocation and transfer. In creating water policy, it is important to determine what the debates are about, who is engaged in the debates, and how various interests are being served. We analyze what happens to water policy rules in times of crisis and conflict by addressing questions about urban growth in the arid West and revisiting the rules behind the prior appropriation tenet of “beneficial use.” Our data reveal what people think about the idea of beneficial use when an urban area in the arid U.S. West continues to experience high growth rates that force it to seek additional water from surrounding and distant areas. Focusing on the rationales behind the water right rulings, we highlight how water policy decision makers try to reconcile the use of water that would serve a large number of people in Las Vegas with the much smaller numbers of ranchers and the ecological needs of the rural areas from which water would be diverted. | urban_planning |
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