Award of Merit, Highway/Bridge: City of San Marcos Creek District Infrastructure Project

To improve accessibility and minimize flood risk in San Marcos Creek’s alluvial plain as well as preserve creek habitat and improve the ability to traverse the area, this $72.5-million project included construction of two new bridges at Via Vera Cruz and Bent Avenue, along with sidewalks and bike lanes.

CNBC - Why Cities Are Banning Cars Around The World 07092022

Traffic is a growing problem in many U.S. cities. Instead of adding more streets to accommodate cars, a growing movement is pushing to ban them in dense areas like New York City. This would give more space for bike lanes, bus routes and pedestrian plazas while also reducing noise and air pollution.