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The business-boosting Mary Ball Washington Regional Council announced the awarding of $607,857 to two projects selected by the Virginia Growth and Opportunity Board, which oversees the implementation of GO Virginia. https://lnkd.in/eVC9TDCF

The CRE® Consulting Corps, the public service initiative of The Counselors of Real Estate, is in Evansville, Indiana, this week to offer strategic advice and recommendations on the redevelopment of the area bordering the Kentucky and Washington avenues intersection in the city of 115,000. The objective is to encourage economic development, spur reinvestment, and foster increased walkability. The team is working with local stakeholders including the Southwest Indiana Association of REALTORS® and the Evansville Regional Economic Partnership. L-R: Edward Chazen, CRE®, Matthew C. Rueff, CRE®, Anthony DellaPelle, Esq., CRE®, Stanley Gniazdowski, CRE, CCIM, and Walt Clements, CRE®.

We’re proud to present the City of Reno’s video annual report, showcasing some of the tremendous work happening behind the scenes. Under the direction and steadfast leadership of the Reno City Council, this video highlights how your tax dollars are being put to good use! Key Highlights include: 🚧 Infrastructure Improvements: 755 miles of roads maintained, major street rehab projects, and upgrades to public lift stations. 🏊♂️ Moana Springs Community Aquatics and Fitness Center: A new hub for health and recreation featuring a 50-meter competition pool. 🏘 Housing Assistance: A total of $3.2 million in rental aid was provided to 1,246 households, with 1,326 affordable housing units supported. 👮♂️ 👨🚒 Public Safety: The Reno Police Department launched the Directed Engagement, Enforcement, and Deployment Strategy program, also known as DEEDS, which is a data-driven initiative aimed at reducing crime and improving safety. Additionally, the Reno Fire Department responded to over 50,000 calls and Reno Dispatch answered over 500,000 calls. 🌳 Revitalization Efforts: Continued investment in downtown revitalization projects aimed at improving public spaces and attracting new businesses. View more: https://lnkd.in/eGf5ahKj

The City of Foley recently completed the pilot program for its façade improvement grant and plans to make it a permanent program. Learn how the Benton Economic Partnership supported this initiative. https://lnkd.in/eCS-tuWV

The Southside of Savannah is receiving millions of dollars of investments. Windsor Forest High School is scheduled to open in July 2025. This new school is a $92 million dollar investment into this booming part of Savannah, GA. If you want to learn more about this market and get more information on our upcoming deal, click the link in the comments. #commercialrealestate #multifamilyinvesting #passiveinvesting

🎙️ Missed the conversation?🎧💬 Happy to share a recording of yesterday's episode of The Raad Life featured Jeff Starke, candidate for Irvine City Council District 2, where he discussed his strategic vision for the future of Irvine. Throughout the interview, Jeff highlighted ✨ several key priorities🎤 : 👉 Traffic Solutions: One of the major topics Jeff addressed was the need to reduce traffic congestion, especially in District 2. He emphasized implementing better infrastructure planning, improving road safety, and expanding bike lanes to create safer, more efficient transportation options for residents. He spoke about practical, community-focused approaches to ease the daily traffic challenges faced by Irvine citizens. 👉 Public Safety: Jeff stressed his commitment to maintaining Irvine’s high public safety standards. He discussed working closely with local law enforcement and emergency services to ensure that the city continues to be a safe place for families, and he touched on tackling specific issues like theft and irresponsible e-bike use. 👉 Sustainable Growth: Another focus of Jeff's campaign is sustainable development. He emphasized preserving open spaces while accommodating necessary growth, ensuring Irvine maintains its unique character. He is committed to smart, balanced development that includes housing for all income levels, ensuring teachers, first responders, and healthcare workers can afford to live in the city they serve. 👉 Advancing Projects at the Great Park: Jeff also brought attention to stalled projects at the Great Park and discussed his plan to move these forward. He believes that developing the Great Park’s resources and infrastructure is essential for both recreational use and the broader community, and he’s dedicated to ensuring it meets the needs of Irvine residents. Jeff’s focus on practical solutions and community-driven leadership aims to address the needs of District 2 while preserving Irvine’s reputation as one of the safest, most vibrant cities in California. Find out more about Jeff at website at jeffstarke.com #JeffStarke #IrvineCityCouncil #District2 #TheRaadLife #PublicSafety #SustainableGrowth #TrafficSolutions #GreatPark #communityfirst #IrvineFuture #CommunityLeadership #SmartDevelopment #SafeNeighborhoods #BalancedGrowth #InnovativeSolutions #IrvineStrong #LocalLeadership #BetterIrvine #CityCouncil2024 #SustainableLiving #BetterTransportation #OCPolitics

AJ Thoma III with Coldwell Banker Commercial Devonshire Realty successfully facilitated the $17.5M sale of Country Financial’s Bloomington campus to Illinois State University. The 400,000-square-foot property will soon be transformed into ISU’s new engineering campus, welcoming students in fall 2025. More details at https://bit.ly/4fi04oF #CommercialRealEstate

ICYMI: Last week Mayor Gainey delivered his 2024 State of the City Address, covering what we've accomplished in the last 3 years and where we're headed next. The Mayor's vision for Pittsburgh is to Make City Government Work by rebuilding our capacity to deliver basic services like well-maintained infrastructure, safe communities, and a thriving Downtown. We've made important progress in all three of these categories since the beginning of 2022, with no open bridges in failing condition, a 43% reduction in homicides and non-fatal shootings, and a $600M reinvestment plan to reposition Downtown to thrive in the post-COVID economy. At the same time, the Mayor is committed to Making Government Work for Everyone by investing in affordable housing, small business supports, and workforce development opportunities. We've got 2,000 affordable units built or in the pipeline, 150 new low- to moderate-income homeowners who were supported by OwnPGH, and a pro-housing AND pro-tenant zoning package that will open up our market to new construction while also ensuring that all new development includes affordable units. We're re-tooling our small business programs to ensure that everyone has a fair shot at doing business with the City and enjoying the growth opportunities that presents, and launching innovative workforce programs to build opportunity infrastructure in our most historically underinvested neighborhoods. Our 2025 budget proposal is calibrated to protect and continue these vital initiatives even in the face of challenging financial circumstances in 2025 and 2026. Passing this budget is critical to continuing all of the important progress we've made in the past 3 years. You can catch up on the State of the City here: State of The City Address Video: https://lnkd.in/eE4Es3G2 State of the City Address Text: https://lnkd.in/etdush54 State of the City virtual Townhall video: https://lnkd.in/eqKtf-Pv Proposed 2025 Operating Budget: https://lnkd.in/eEMzYJh2 Proposed 2025 Capital Budget: https://lnkd.in/epRCyKQZ

People say they want a government that has transparency, but how many take the time to watch, read, and pay attention when government gives you that? I encourage you to take a look at all of the information below.

We're excited to announce the successful long-term lease renewal for Texas Health Resources at 114 Sproles St. in Benbrook, ensuring Texas Family Health Care, led by Dr. Robert Alan Paul, remains a vital part of the community. Shane Benner, FVP at Bradford Commercial Real Estate Services, says, "THR's flat-rate below-market lease has been replaced with a long-term commitment at strong market pricing, enabling the medical practice to continue at this location for the foreseeable future. That's a win-win." This fully leased property, owned by Falcon Ridge Properties LLC, sits at the heart of the growing 377 corridor, offering prime proximity to I-20 and Benbrook's new residential developments. This renewal underscores the strength of strategic partnerships and the value of well-placed assets in thriving markets. Read more here: https://ow.ly/gYAO50UyU1X #FortWorth #CommercialRealEstate #TenantSuccess #CORFAC #BradfordCRE