Infrastructure

August 17, 2016

Climate Change Impacts on California's Water Supply Require MWD to Prioritize Differently

TPR checks in with Metropolitan Water District of Southern California General Manager Jeff Kightlinger on how water management continues to evolve in response to climate change and drought.

August 15, 2016

New Santa Monica Public Works Director Susan Cline Prioritizes Sustainability

Recently named Public Works Director, Susan Cline shares her vision for continuing Santa Monica's leadership on efficient buildings, water conservation, clean energy, and integrating sustainability into all city operations.

July 22, 2016

Long Beach Civic Center: Lessons Learned From A Successful Public Private Partnership

Amy Bodek and Jeffrey Fullerton shared details and lessons learned from the innovative public-private partnership that built the $520-million Long Beach Civic Center project.

May 26, 2016

Metro LA’s Water Supply Increasingly Relying on Management of Stormwater

Gary Hildebrand (LA County Public Works, left) and Marty Adams (LADWP) explain the fruitful collaboration between city and county on stormwater capture, a strategy that has received renewed attention as Los Angeles strives to shift to a fully local water supply.

August 7, 2015

A Reality Check: Do Too Many Republicans Want to Defund Federal Surface Transportation Investment?

Congressman Earl Blumenauer advocates for increasing the gas tax in the context of America's failing infrastructure.

April 29, 2015

The Revitalization of Ports O’ Call Promises San Pedro Waterfront Access & New Infrastructure

Wayne Ratkovich and Doane Liu speak to the vision for the site given its constraints, necessary infrastructure improvements, and the project’s potential to bring Angelenos to the waterfront.

August 9, 2013

Port of Long Beach Continues to Green and Expand Facilities, Operations

The Port of Long Beach directors and commissioners discuss upgrading facilities, planning for the expansion of the Panama Canal, and greening operations.

June 5, 2013

Tim Brick, Retired Chair of MWD, Opines on Met's Priorities & Options

Tim Brick, Retired Chair of the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California, explains the state's approach towards water infrastructure while balancing regional challenges and political will.

May 8, 2013

Jack Baylis Discusses Water and Transitioning to ‘The Baylis Group’

Jack Baylis speaks to TPR as he leaves his position at The Shaw Group to form a new company, The Baylis Group, which will maintain a focus on water.

April 3, 2013

Larry Kosmont Outlines California Redevelopment Alternative

Larry Kosmont, CEO of Kosmont Companies, walks TPR through California Redevelopment’s liquidation timeline, with advice for the private sector on the State’s impending property divestment.

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