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PSMJ Resources Blog: Managing Risk in Public Works

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There is a prescribed process for complying with the environmental permitting process. Railroads are particularly problematic. Across all of North America railroad permitting is a common challenge. If a project requires coordination with a railroad, allow substantial extra time and budget. ► 2010. (19).

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INDUSTRY FOCUS: The Process of Food

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In 2010, NY ranked second in the U.S. by Business Facilities in 2010 and 2011. million of infrastructure (roads, water, sewer, lighting and a railroad siding) was constructed at no cost to local taxpayers. Agriculture is the second largest industry in NY behind tourism. The Muller Quaker Dairy facility is making progress.

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The Process of Food

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In 2010, NY ranked second in the U.S. by Business Facilities in 2010 and 2011. million of infrastructure (roads, water, sewer, lighting and a railroad siding) was constructed at no cost to local taxpayers. Agriculture is the second largest industry in NY behind tourism. The Muller Quaker Dairy facility is making progress.

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PSMJ Resources Blog: MHC says starts rise in August; housing is.

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At the same time, total construction remains on track to register a moderate decline for 2011 as a whole, after leveling off in 2010. ’” Data on August housing starts and building permits that the Census Bureau released on Tuesday show a mixed outlook for residential construction. Single-family starts dipped 1.4%

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LOCATION FOCUS: California Dreamin’ – A Rebound Fueled By New Energy

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Jerry Brown fired the two state regulators who had overseen a 70 percent decline in state drilling permits since 2008, a notable turnaround for a state leader who in his first stint as governor in the 1970s pioneered many of California’s landmark environmental protection statutes. Last year, CA Gov.

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Battle of Bayonne

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At 1,675 feet, the arch was more than twice as long as the previous record-holder, the Hell Gate Railroad Bridge in New York City. Chris Christie in 2010 after he decided NJ’s share of the cost was grossly underestimated. The Bayonne Bridge was the world’s longest steel-arch bridge for 45 years. Christie, Sen.

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OSHA Proposing Several New Rule Changes for Construction Through 2021

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Amendments to the Cranes and Derricks in Construction Standard Standard affected: 29 CFR 1926 Status: Proposed Rule Stage Expected Timeframe: July 2020 Description (from agenda): Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is proposing corrections and amendments to the final standard for cranes and derricks published in August 2010.

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