LinkUs Update: Central Ohio may soon become latest to invest in Public Transit, BRT

LinkUs Update: Central Ohio may soon become latest to invest in Public Transit, BRT

Bus rapid transit, or BRT, is a bus-based public transport system designed to have better capacity and reliability than a conventional bus system. Standard BRT systems include roadways that are dedicated to buses and give priority to buses at intersections where buses may interact with other traffic.

SGA Webinar Showcases Equitable Development of Brownfields

SGA Webinar Showcases Equitable Development of Brownfields

Last week, Smart Growth America (SGA) hosted a webinar as part of their ongoing series about equitable development. This webinar focused on brownfields and their redevelopment. GOPC was able to participate in this webinar and gain insight on a range is issues, including environmental justice and equity related to brownfield cleanup and reuse policy and practices.

Highlights from the 2022 “State of the State” Address

Highlights from the 2022 “State of the State” Address

While pronouncing the state as strong, Governor DeWine highlighted accomplishments achieved over the past three years while also outlining his agenda for the final year of his current term in office.

Happy ARPA-virsary! Marking One Year Since the Enactment of the American Rescue Plan Act

Happy ARPA-virsary! Marking One Year Since the Enactment of the American Rescue Plan Act

March 11 marked the one-year anniversary of the enactment of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021. Known as ARPA, the legislation represented a $1.9 trillion economic stimulus bill designed to speed up the United States' recovery from the economic and health effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.