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Our Chair of Trustees Kersten England CBE is sharing a platform with Tracy Brabin, Mayor of West Yorkshire, Rozina Breen, Hannah Slaughter and Torsten Bell this evening at the Resolution Foundation’s panel debate, ‘Building a better Britain: how cities like Bradford can help to end economic stagnation’. You can still register to join us tonight: https://lnkd.in/dNN_P2mH Kersten will be sharing our Institute for Community Studies's research on #NetZero policy, which highlights a risk of ‘transition poverty’ that could leave the UK's poorest 40% behind, saying "We can’t meaningfully talk about economic change without looking at the green economy". More: https://bit.ly/4bYTliR Furthermore, she'll be exploring how businesses need support to drive economic growth too. Social outcomes play second fiddle in #ESG strategies, yet ‘communities’ are cited by 76% of FTSE 100s as ‘key stakeholders’. She'll ask: "What difference could it make if our biggest companies truly engaged?" More: https://bit.ly/3LnHfVG #EconomicDevelopment #Inequality #EconomicStrategy

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So what exactly does a civic group do for the community? Here is a spotlight of what port Richmond North Shore Alliance does for the community and the North Shore.

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Sarah Gregory nailed it in this piece!! We know our Lions are all GRIT and so is our WORKFORCE!! "What sets Detroit apart, however, is the unique specialization and innovation embedded in our workforce. From being ranked No. 1 in automotive assembly and manufacturing talent to No. 2 for engineering expertise, the Region’s workers are equipped to support cutting-edge industries like next-generation mobility, clean energy, and advanced manufacturing. This innovation is fueled by significant R&D investments, with Michigan leading the nation in automotive and mobility research, contributing $13 billion annually. " Ask me about upskilling/reskilling our workforce and our Global Epicenter of Mobility (GEM) Mobility Talent Resource Network!! Businesses can learn more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/gGvj3iH4

Attention Pennsylvania Municipal Managers! Heading to next week's conference? Don’t miss your chance to win two tickets to a Phillies, Pirates, or Bears game! Stop by booth #109 and let's discuss how GESA Performance Contracting can help you modernize and maintain your township facilities. See you there! #APMM2024 #PAMunicipalManagement #GESAContracting #FacilityModernization #SustainableSolutions #CommunityDevelopment #PartnerwithCM3

Hello All, Let's get real. This project is another masterpiece of Mr. Steven Levene/COO of Metrolinx. The steel span Through Plate Girder over existing Tracks at Newmarket 4.90 Davenport has many structural concerns. Mr. steven leven/(current COO of Metrolinx/ by then VP of RailCiorridor) decided to create a Risk Assessment Team Meeting (on Friday, June 4, 2021 1:30 PM-3:30 PM, ) and chaired this Team meeting. Created +/-35 pages of check marks, and he concluded that: all are good, the Case Closed! The above case was opened by an engineer (Name DELETED] of RailCorridor to begin with. the steel span was a Through Plate Girder, TPG, +/-100 ft long, double track, and amazingly, Direct Fixation. Why Direct Fixation instead of Ballasted Deck? Everyone knows that Direct Fixation will reduce the life-span of the bridge from +100 years to around 30 years. well Metrolinx has the answer!!! Also, the girders have top and bottom flange splices, as well as web splices exactly at the same location: one series on the North side of the span and one series on the south side. the above splices means that the weakest point of the top flange is aligned with the weakest point of the web and aligned with the weakest point of bottom flange, at two separate locations, one on the North side and one on the south side. you do the math!!! If you want more information, please let me know. Also, on September 18th and 19th, 2024, in Louisville, Kentucky, during the Arema Annual Conference, Metrolinx gave a presentation regarding the elevated bridge at Davenport Diamond, Newmarket sub/MX, and New Toronto Sub/(of a real railway). Ironically, Metrolinx did not talk about this portion (steel double track TOG crossing over the existing tracks of another railway) of the project. the bridge designer was not part of the presenter team. The bridge contractor was not part of the presenter team. I doubt that there was even a representative of the actual designer and the actual contractor team at Arema 2024. The people at the Arema Conf. 2024 were asking why? Well, the answer is: there is a series of serious issues with that steel span bridge over the New Toronto Tracks. Stay tuned for more info. @phil verster /CEO Metrolinx Steven Levene/ COO Metrolinx Metrolinx regards Siamak Khajehpour, P.Eng.

Working with your board and council is key to aligning strategy for the future of your community. A reminder that in our industry, an open mind is one of the best things a board, council or court member can bring to the table. Grateful to have that in a community where I work AND live. #medc #mckinney #mckinneytexas #mckinneytx #pipeline #projectpipeline #development #economicdevelopment #land #landdevelopment #strategy #strategicthinking #strategicplanning #boardretreat

The new Roanoke County Career and Technology Center will provide more than 123,000 sq. ft. of state-of-the-art instructional space, about 34,000 square feet larger than Roanoke County's current Burton Center for Arts & Technology. The new school is expected to open in Winter 2027 and strategically located at 6251 Peters Creek Road in close proximity to many our large employers in the Hollins area of Roanoke County. Learn more about this exciting project at: https://lnkd.in/e_sEAdd8 #CTE #CareerAndTechnicalEducation #WorkforceDevelopment #EconDev #EconomicDevelopment #RoanokeVA

It’s awesome to see curling growing here in BC! With new clubs like Wells Gray Curling Club rejoining the Curl BC family, it feels like there’s a real buzz around the sport right now. And it’s not just local; big investments, like The Curling Group snagging the Grand Slam of Curling and its global rights, show just how much curling is on the rise. Curling is one of those sports that truly brings people together—whether you’re 9 or 90, it’s accessible, social, and just plain fun. With 89 Curl BC facilities around BC, there’s a chance to connect communities across the province. So, if you’re a business looking to make a difference, why not get involved? Partnering with Curling isn’t just supporting a sport; it’s investing in a movement that’s building healthier, more vibrant communities. Looking forward to speaking to anyone interested in making a lasting impact in B.C. cc: Scott Braley, Bryan Chan, Sherri Taylor, Melissa Soligo, Paul Cseke, Alexis Bertin, Juan Andrés Benites Gutiérrez, Hayato Matsuba, Cheryl Bernard, OLY, Elaine Dagg-Jackson, Colin Hodgson, Carolyn McRorie,