Decision point looming for Rivanna Bike and Pedestrian Bridge

At any given point there are dozens of candidates for transportation projects in the community. In recent years, Charlottesville has been successful in seeking funding for streetscape projects to add bike lanes, sidewalks, and other urban amenities.  The next deadline for Smart Scale funding process through the Virginia Department of Transportation is coming up later…

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Senate panel strips Youngkin’s environment pick from list of nominations for approval

The General Assembly confirms gubernatorial appointments through the passage of resolutions. For instance, Senate Joint Resolution 83 covers agency heads and ranges from new Superintendent of Public Instruction Jillian Balow to Phil Wittmer, the new chief information officer for the Virginia Information Technologies Agency.  SJ84 covers Cabinet -level position, from new Secretary of Veterans and Defense Affairs Craig…

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