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Only one  disadvantage for  the Las  CrucesInnovation  and  Industrial  Park  could  befound in a site readiness report procured bythe state.That  disadvantage:  “any  electric  load over10 MW will have to wait for new substationto be completed in 2028,” states a releasedindustrial site readiness report.Global Location Strategies  (GLS) issued anexecutive report outlining the  primed landin November 2024 after being awarded thestate’s  requests  for  proposals  (RFP)  toresearch  industrial  site  readiness  in  NewMexico.The  Built  Environment  recently  obtainedthe site readiness report from GLS as well asan  award  letter  sent  to  GLS  from  the  NewMexico  Economic  DevelopmentDepartment  (NMEDD)  dated  September12 , 2024.thNMEDD  Human Resources  Manager, CarlaMontoya, who responded to the inspectionLAS CRUCES LAND TOPSINDUSTRIAL SITE READINESSMETRICSBy Dane Vaughn, The Built Environment04/30/2025BUILTENVIRONMENT04Site map of the Las Cruces Innovation and Industrial Park. Copyright: Courtesy of The City of Las Cruces

of public records request, said the award toGLS was $500,000, which was the maximumfirst-year-estimate set in the RFP. GLS evaluated 28 total industrial sitesacross New Mexico for future opportunities,outlined site suitability, assessed existinginfrastructure, and made site readinessrecommendations for each site. GLS is a research consultancy located inGreenville, South Carolina. “Most of the sites marketed as industrial aresmaller tracts of land, within the 5–15-acrecategory, which limits the type of industrythat can locate on the property. The 100+acre sites however, all are adjacent to railwhich is an advantage to most largeindustrial projects,” states the GLS report. Two other projects, both “rail-served” arehighlighted alongside the Las CrucesInnovation and Industrial Park (LCIIP) in theGLS report’s executive summary: a 4500-acre EnergyPlex Park located in Hobbs anda 200-acre Clovis Industrial Park. Bothprojects had four or more disadvantageslisted. LCIIP is a 300-acre, publicly owned,patchwork of land open for sale or lease andis zoned for aerospace, defense andmanufacturing components.Zoning here matches the surrounding areaas LCIIP sandwiches the Las CrucesInternational Airport which also has a 72-acre site. However, GLS identifies severaldisadvantages and “fatal flaws” with thisairport site. LCIIP’s only noted disadvantage eliminatesit from becoming a part of the tens of‘gigawatt AI factories’ prophesized by techgiant, NVIDIA, who announced two newsupercomputer manufacturing plants inTexas. Another aspect LCIIP doesn’t share with itshighlighted counterparts, yet isn’t listed as a BUILTENVIRONMENT05copyright: Canva Procopyright: Canva Pro

disadvantage by GLS, is the proximity to arail service which is being prioritized by therailroad industry itself. On April 24 , Canadian Pacific Kansas City(CPKC), a single-line transnational railwaylinking Canada, the U.S. and Mexico;designated nine site ready industrialdevelopment locations across NorthAmerica via a site readiness program. th"Our nine Site Ready locations provide theideal platform for businesses seeking toefficiently build new or expand existingoperations, creating new value andcapitalizing on the economic opportunitiespresented by the reach of our NorthAmerican network," said John Brooks,CPKC Executive Vice President and ChiefMarketing Officer in the release. One such site, the only site close to theSouthwest U.S., borders Texas in Louisiana. LCIIP shares its disadvantage, as well asseveral similarities, with an industrial site inAlbuquerque which is now furtherleveraged towards the film industry. Double Eagle II, over 1000 acres alsoadjacent to aviation operations, wasanalyzed by GLS. It was reported by GLSthat “a new substation would be required toserve the site.”On April 23 , Albuquerque Business Firstreported that Mesa Film Studios’ 60-acreproject cleared a developmental hurdlewhen the city council overturned an appealthat drew the project’s zoning into question.rd GLS listed this form of what is often referredto as “red tape” in its report, stating thedisadvantage as: “zoned non-residential-sensitive-use; projects would likely have togo through city approval process (6-12months).”Seven months ago, when the film studioproject was approved for funding, itreceived opposition from the NativeAmerican Voters Alliance as the site isadjacent to the Petroglyph NationalMonument. GLS also lists this among several otherdisadvantages such as building heightrestrictions (65 feet), the site being six milesfrom the nearest highway or interstate andis in an air quality maintenance area forcarbon monoxide. Continues >BUILTENVIRONMENT06Publicly owned land, Double Eagle II in Albuquerque , NewMexico. copyright: Courtesy of Global Location Servicescopyright: Canva Pro

These sites, especially LCIIP and the two other sites in Hobbs and Clovis highlighted by GLS,could potentially receive a portion of a newly legislated $24 million in annually recurringfunds for pre-development projects. New Mexico legislators passed Senate Bill 169, or “The Strategic Economic DevelopmentSite Readiness Act”, which is set to go into effect in July. NMEDD proposed “identifying inefficiencies and outdated regulations”, introducing a stateowned information hub of sites, and facilitating talks between the public and private sectorin its 2025 State Plan. Those differ from GLS’s overall recommendations for the state’s future in industrial sitedevelopment. “New Mexico could enhance its competitiveness by reducing the GRT burden, investing ininfrastructure, expanding technology and innovation incentives, and addressing workforcegaps to rival the broader appeal of Texas, Arizona, and Utah,” states the GLS report. BUILTENVIRONMENT07Image generated using text to image AI

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EVENTCALENDARMAY 2025BUILTENVIRONMENT13NAIOP NEW MEXICO CHAPTER - VIEW CALENDAR7:30 AM - 9:00 AM: RRRT – Speed Networking - CLICK HERE SANTA FE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE - VIEW CALENDAR4:30 PM - 5:00 PM: Ribbon Cutting - Viva Skinby Dr. Maali - CLICK HERE CITY OF SANTA FE - VIEW CALENDAR10:00 AM: Procedures for Finance CommitteeMeeting - CANCELLED4:00 PM: Procedures for Buckman DirectDiversion Board Meeting - CLICK HERE CITY OF ALBUQUERQUE - VIEW CALENDAR5:00 PM - 10:30 PM: Committee of the WholeMeeting - CLICK HERETHURSDAY MAY 1STALBUQUERQUE BUSINESS FIRST - VIEW CALENDAR6:00 PM - 9:00 PM: 40 Under 40 Awards - CLICK HERE CITY OF ALBUQUERQUE - VIEW CALENDAR10:00 AM - 11:00 AM: District 7 CouncilorConnect - CLICK HERE ALABUQUERQUE HISPANO CHAMBER OFCOMMERCE - VIEW CALENDAR10:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Women in BusinessProgram Monthly Meeting - CLICK HERE 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM: La Vida Felicidad SeniorExpo and Health Fair - CLICK HERE 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM: Honky Tonk for Hope,Health, and Healing - CLICK HEREFRIDAY MAY 2NDCITY OF ALBUQUERQUE - VIEW CALENDAR2:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Participatory BudgetingABQ: Voting Debrief and Selected ProjectReveal Celebration - CLICK HERESATURDAY MAY 3RDGREATER LAS CRUCES CHAMBER OF COMMERCE- VIEW CALENDAR11:30 AM - 1:00 PM: BYOL (Bring Your OwnLunch):“Getting Your Name Out There" - CLICK HERE RIO RANCHO REGIONAL CHAMBER - VIEW CALENDAR3:00 PM - 3:30 PM: Ribbon Cutting - SandiaView Family Dental - CLICK HERE ALBUQUERQUE HISPANO CHAMBER OFCOMMERCE - VIEW CALENDAR1:00 PM - 2:00 PM: The Hispano ChamberPresents: ReBath; Albuquerque Ribbon CuttingCelebration - CLICK HERETUESDAY MAY 6THCARNM - VIEW CALENDAR8:00 AM - 9:00 AM: CCIM Deal MakingSession- GAAR (1635 University Blvd NE) - CLICK HEREWEDNESDAY MAY 7TH

BUILTENVIRONMENT14RIO RANCHO REGIONAL CHAMBER - VIEW CALENDAR9:00 AM - 10:00 AM: Visionaries NetworkingBreakfast - CLICK HERE GREATER ALBUQUERQUE CHAMBER OFCOMMERCE - VIEW CALENDAR12:00 PM - 1:30 PM: GACC Education BIG - CLICK HERE CREW NETWORK - VIEW CALENDAR12:00 PM - 1:00 PM: CREW Continuing theConversation: Data Centers and InfrastructureBoom - CLICK HEREWEDNESDAY MAY 7THCARNM - VIEW CALENDAR8:30 AM - 9:30 AM: CCIM Board Meeting - CLICK HERE CREW NETWORK - VIEW CALENDAR11:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Chapter Leader SuccessSeries: Mid-Year Recruitment Campaign - CLICK HERE ALBUQUERQUE HISPANO CHAMBER OFCOMMERCE - VIEW CALENDAR7:30 AM - 11:00 AM: 2025 SBA New MexicoSmall Business Awards Breakfast - CLICK HERETHURSDAY MAY 8THNAIOP NEW MEXICO CHAPTER - VIEW CALENDAR2:00 PM - 6:00 PM: NAIOP CRE IndustryChallenge - CLICK HERE GREATER LAS CRUCES CHAMBER OF COMMERCE - VIEW CALENDAR8:00 AM - 9:00 AM: 2025 Eggs &Conversations: Ben Woods - CLICK HERE RIO RANCHO REGIONAL CHAMBER - VIEW CALENDAR11:30 AM - 1:00 PM: Women in LeadershipLuncheon - CLICK HERE ALBUQUERQUE HISPANO CHAMBER OFCOMMERCE - VIEW CALENDAR9:00 AM - 10:00 AM: Education CommitteeMonthly Meeting - CLICK HERE 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM: The Hispano ChamberPresents: New Mexico Kids Matter; AlbuquerqueRibbon Cutting Celebration - CLICK HERE 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM: Winrock Free ConcertSeries - CLICK HERE 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM: Jazz Tastings with EQNXJazztet - CLICK HEREFRIDAY MAY 9THSANTA FE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE - VIEW CALENDAR9:00 AM - 9:30 AM: Ribbon Cutting -Bienvenidos Tourism Booth - CLICK HERE ALBUQUERQUE HISPANO CHAMBER OFCOMMERCE - VIEW CALENDAR5:00 PM - 6:00 PM: The Hispano ChamberPresents: Total Management Systems- SparkABQ North I-25; Albuquerque Ribbon CuttingCelebration - CLICK HEREMONDAY MAY 12THRIO RANCHO REGIONAL CHAMBER - VIEW CALENDAR9:00 AM - 9:30 AM: Safeguard Build YourBrand Show - CLICK HERE 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM: Business After Hours -Chalmers Ford - CLICK HERE CITY OF SANTA FE - VIEW CALENDAR5:30 PM: Procedures for Historic DistrictsReview Board Meeting - CLICK HERE ALBUQUERQUE HISPANO CHAMBER OFCOMMERCE - VIEW CALENDAR3:00 PM - 4:00 PM: The Hispano ChamberPresents: Presbyterian Ear Institute; AlbuquerqueRibbon Cutting Celebration - CLICK HERETUESDAY MAY 13TH

BUILTENVIRONMENT15CARNM - VIEW CALENDAR9:30 AM - 10:15 AM: CCIM Portfolio Made Easy- CLICK HERE CREW NEW MEXICO - VIEW CALENDAR3:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Members Only Hard HatTour - CLICK HERE RIO RANCHO REGIONAL CHAMBER - VIEW CALENDAR11:30 AM - 1:00 PM: Women in LeadershipLuncheon - CLICK HERE SANTA FE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE - VIEW CALENDAR5:30 PM - 7:30 PM: Santa Fe Rising KickoffEvent - CLICK HEREWEDNESDAY MAY 14THBERNALILLO COUNTYMAY 7TH9:00 AM: County Planning Commission PublicHearing - CLICK HERE MAY 13TH3:00 PM: Board of County Commissioners ZoningMeeting - CLICK HERE 5:00 PM: Board of Commissioners AdministrativeMeeting - CLICK HERECOLFAX COUNTYMAY 13TH9:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Commission Meeting - CLICK HEREHARDING COUNTYMAY 8TH8:30 AM: Harding County Board of CountyCommission Meeting - CLICK HERELINCOLN COUNTYMAY 14TH9:00 AM - 11:00 AM: Regular LANRAC Meeting at 9am - CLICK HERELOS ALAMOS COUNTYMAY 1ST5:30 PM - 7:30 PM: Transportation Board - CLICK HERE MAY 6TH12:00 PM - 1:30 PM: Lodgers' Tax Advisory Board - CLICK HERE 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM: County Council - RegularSession - CLICK HERE MAY 7TH5:30 PM - 7:30 PM: Historic Preservation AdvisoryBoard - CLICK HERE 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM: Board of Public Utilities - WorkSession - CLICK HERELUNA COUNTYMAY 8TH10:00 AM - 1:00 PM: Regular CommissionersMeeting - CLICK HEREOTERO COUNTYMAY 8TH9:00 AM - 12:00 PM: County Commission RegularMeeting - CLICK HERESAN JUAN COUNTYMAY 6TH11:30 AM: San Juan County Commission Meeting - CLICK HERE

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CONSTRUCTIONFUNDING SECURED FORSILVER CITY ANNEX BUILDINGRENOVATION WORKTITLEEDUCATIONSHIFTTRUMP SIGNS EXECUTIVEORDER TO EXPAND TRADE-SKILLS TRAINING, SHIFTEDUCATION FUNDINGPRIORITIES > FEATURED PROJECTARTESIA HIGH SCHOOL - APSCAREER CENTER 2 >FREATURED PREBIDPHOENIX TO SEECONSTRUCTION OF YET ONEMORE SCHOOL IN GROWINGDISTRICT >BUILTENVIRONMENT

AFFILIATESFEATURED COMPANY213252555662FEATURED PROJECTSPRE-BID PROJECTSACTIVE PROJECTSPOST-BID PROJECTSLIENS65NEW MEXICO NEWS33FUNDING SECURED FOR SILVER CITYANNEX BUILDING RENOVATION WORK >33VILLAGE OF MELROSE GETS STATEFUNDING FOR CITY HALL WORK >34SOUTHWEST NEWS37FUTURE OF BIG MULTI-USEDOWNTOWN PHOENIX PROJECT MAYBE DECIDED IN COURT >37NEW APARTMENT COMPLEX INMIDTOWN FORT COLLINS COULD BECULMINATION OF LONG-VISUALIZEDPLANS >38GROWING SPROUTS FARMERS MARKETSET TO BUILD EXTENSIVE NEWCORPORATE CAMPUS >39NATIONAL NEWS42TRUMP SIGNS EXECUTIVE ORDER TOEXPAND TRADE-SKILLS TRAINING, SHIFTEDUCATION FUNDING PRIORITIES >42NEW BEIGE BOOK REPORT REFLECTSTRUMP TARIFF CONCERNS >44HOTEL CONSTRUCTION UP IN ALLREGIONS AND CATEGORIES SAYS NEWINDUSTRY REPORT >45TRENDS NEWS48DEMAND FOR NEW GAS PLANTCONSTRUCTION BURDENED WITHEQUIPMENT DELAYS AND COSTS, SAYSEVERAL REPORTS >48SMARTER CONSTRUCTION WITH AI:SCHEDULING, ESTIMATION, AND RISKMITIGATION >49CONSTRUCTION HOMPAGEBUILTENVIRONMENT20EL PASO COUNTY COMMISSIONERSMAY SOON DECIDE ON A WIDE ARRAYOF INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS >40

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BUILTENVIRONMENT22ASA NEW MEXICOANNUAL SPONSORSRED LEVEL Albuquerque Pipe & Pump Supply Co. American Fire Protection Group, Inc.American National Insulation & Sealants Construction Reporter/ The Built Environment Crane Service, Inc. Enterprise Builders Corporation Equipment Share Fairway, Inc.Ideal Plumbing & Heating, LLC National Roofing Company, Inc. Prime Electric, Inc. United RentalsWestern Partitions, Inc. Wagner Equipment, Co.Western States Fire Protection Yearout Mechanical, Inc.WHITE LEVELBELFOR Property Restoration Bradbury Stamm ConstructionDekker Perich Sabatini Jack’s Mechanical Solutions, Inc.Jaynes Structures Menicucci Insurance Agency, LLCRay’s Flooring Specialists REDW Advisors & CPAs BLUE LEVELBohannan Huston, Inc. G & H Construction Company, Inc.JTC, Inc. Klinger Constructors, LLCRisk Strategies– Burke Insurance Group The Specialists Electrical ContractorStudio Southwest Architects4Rivers Equipment2024 Annual Golf Tournament Title SponsorHUB InternationalThank you for your continued support!ASA-NM 3.24.25LEGISLATIVE UPDATEVIEW THE ASA NMMEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY 2023-2024 >SAVE THE DATE: 2025 ASANM EVENTSMay 1, 2025Construction Safety Coalition MeetingMay 8, 2025Luncheon PresentationMay 21, 2025Beer & Business Cards Happy HourJune 5, 2025Luncheon PresentationTIME TO VOTE OFFICERS & DIRECTORSELECTION

BUILTENVIRONMENT23AGC NEW MEXICOEVENT CALENDARAGC CONSTRUCTION IMPACT MODELAGC has partnered with a leading regional economist, BrianLewandowski of the University of Colorado Boulder, to create AGC'sConstruction Impact Model. The model is a tool that can be used bymembers, chapters, policy makers and researchers to understand theeconomic impact of infrastructure investment by state.VIEW VOLUME 2 ISSUE 41 TO LEARN MORE >AGC NEW MEXICO ANDUNM CELEBRATELANDMARK SECONDENDOWMENT TOADVANCE CONSTRUCTIONEDUCATIONAlbuquerque, NM — April 24, 2025 — AssociatedGeneral Contractors New Mexico (AGC NM),through its Building Education Foundation(NMBEF), is proud to announce a significantmilestone in its ongoing commitment to workforcedevelopment: the signing of a second endowed giftwith the University of New Mexico (UNM) toadvance the future of construction managementeducation.The new AGC New Mexico Construction ProgramEndowment represents a renewed and expandedpartnership with the UNM School of Engineering,building on the legacy of the first AGC NMEndowed Chair—one of the largest endowedfaculty positions at the university, now valued atover $1.5 million. While the first endowment haslong supported faculty excellence in the Civil,Construction & Environmental EngineeringDepartment, this second endowment putsstudents front and center.This newly signed agreement will directly supportstudent engagement, leadership development, andindustry exposure within the Gerald...CONTINUE READING >copyright: AGC New MexicoMAY 2025MAY 2ND8:00 AM - 2:00 PM: PULL! For Safety Clay ShootTournament - CLICK HEREMAY 5TH12:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Defensive Driving - CLICK HERE 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM: Lean Construction EducationProgram - CLICK HERE MAY 13TH5:30 PM - 8:00 PM: Pitches & Pints - CLICK HERE MAY 15TH7:00 AM - 2:00 PM: Safety Management TrainingProgram - CLICK HERE MAY 21ST8:00 AM -5:00 PM: OSHA Susan Harwood TrainingGrant - Fall Prevention in Construction - CLICK HERE MAY 30TH5:30 PM - 8:00 PM: AGC Best Buildings Awards - CLICK HERE

BUILTENVIRONMENT24Albuquerque, NM — Associated GeneralContractors New Mexico (AGC NM) is proud toannounce the winners of its 35th Annual BestBuildings Awards, celebrating constructionexcellence across New Mexico’s commercialbuilding landscape.This year’s honorees represent a wide range ofproject types and team contributions—showcasingthe incredible talent, collaboration, and innovationthat drive New Mexico’s built environment. Fromgeneral contractors and specialty craft providersto architects, engineers, and project owners, theBest Buildings Awards spotlight the full spectrumof construction excellence.Fourteen outstanding projects will be recognizedthis year, involving more than 40 specialty andservice provider companies and eight IndustryChoice Award recipients. These dynamic projectteams exemplify the skill, integrity, andresponsibility that define AGC NM members andshape the foundation of our state’s economic andphysical infrastructure.“The Best Buildings Awards are about honoring theproblem-solvers, innovators, and builders whoelevate our communities through their work,” saidKelly Roepke-Orth, CEO of AGC New Mexico. “We’reincredibly proud to recognize the outstandingteams behind these achievements.”Award recipients were selected based on criteriathat emphasize construction innovation and real-world impact. Judging considerations include:·Meeting the challenge of a difficult job·Excellence in project management·Innovation in construction techniques or materials·Advancements in technology and practice·Environmental stewardship·Client service excellence·Community contributions·A demonstrated culture of Safety ExcellenceFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAPRIL 28,2025AGC NEW MEXICO HONORS 2025 BESTBUILDINGS AWARD RECIPIENTSThese high standards position AGC NM’s BestBuildings Awards as New Mexico’s premierprofessional recognition for the commercialconstruction industry.Proceeds from this year’s event benefit the AGCNew Mexico Building Education Foundation(NMBEF)—a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that supportsworkforce development and career-ready trainingprograms across the state. All sponsorships andtable contributions support charitable workforcepriorities and training access for AGC NM members.Event Details:2025 Best Buildings Awards BanquetDate: Friday, May 30, 2025Location: Sandia Resort & Casino, Albuquerque, NMRegister: www.agc-nm.orgAGC New Mexico invites members, industryprofessionals, and the public to join in honoring theteams and projects that are building a better NewMexico.About AGC New Mexico AGC New Mexico is the leading professional tradeassociation for the state’s commercial constructionindustry. Committed to the highest standards ofskill, integrity, and responsibility, AGC NM supportsits members through workforce development,industry advocacy, and collaborative advancementof the built environment.###Media Contact: Katrina Soto Program Director AGC New Mexico (505) 842-1462 ksoto@agc-nm.org

BESTBUILDINGS 2025PREMIER AWARDS CELEBRATIONProceeds to benefit AGC’s Education Foundation (NMBEF)Federal & HeavyMechanical SystemsExcellenceHealthcare & Assisted Living Municipal & UtilitiesBuildings $2.5M to $5MState-of-the-Art-FacilityBuildings $20M & OverBuildings $5M to $10MBuildings $10M to $20MPublic Private PartnershipDesign BuildConstruction ManagementOutstanding Specialty WorkPublic Safety & EmergencyResponse FacilityBuilding 802 Cooling TowerReplacementAGC Contractor: HDL&MConstruction Services, Inc.Defense Threat ReductionAgency Administrative OfficeAGC GC: Hensel PhelpsConstructionWest Berry Senior LivingAGC GC: Pavilion Construction,LLCBayo Booster Water TankAGC Contractor: Spear D(a TLC Company, Inc.)Local 412 Training FacilityRenovationsAGC GC: B&D Industries, Inc.Christus St. VincentOrthopedics Specialty ClinicExpansionAGC GC: LLR Construction, LLC.CABQ BioPark AustraliaExhibit Phase 1AGC GC: Bradbury StammConstruction Inc.Bernalillo County PublicSafety Training CenterAGC GC: Bradbury StammConstruction, Inc.New Mexico Veterans SkilledNursing and Small HomesAGC GC: Bradbury StammConstruction Inc.Santa Fe County RegionalEmergency CommunicationComplex (RECC)AGC GC: Jaynes CorporationUNM Lobo Welcome Center &Yale GatewayAGC GC: Franken ConstructionCompanyFab 09 - Mechanical RR IntelAGC Nominator: JB HendersonConstruction Company Inc. IAIA Mixed-Use BuildingsAGC GC: Franken ConstructionCompanyPueblo of Sadia Fire Station 39AGC GC: Jaynes CorporationWINNERS

BUILTENVIRONMENT26ANNUAL FALL SCHOLARSHIPAnnual Fall ScholarshipApplication Available Mid Spring 2025COLLEGE OF ENGINEERINGCivil EngineeringCivil Engineering TechnologyGeomatics & Surveying EngineeringUNM APPLICATIONAnnual Spring ScholarshipApplication Available Late Fall 2024SCHOOL OF ENGINEERINGCivil Engineering,Construction Engineeringor Construction ManagementCLICK HERE TO LEARN MORESCHOLARSHIPSACNM APRIL 2025NEWSLETTER READ THE NEWSLETTER >A MESSAGE FROM ACNM EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR JIM GARCIALEGISLATIVE RECAP: WINS & LOSSESThe 2025 60-day Legislative session certainly delivered its share of drama! While our hoped-for budgetdidn't materialize, the contracting community can celebrate several victories, particularly in businessdevelopment and successfully blocking the Paid Family Medical Leave proposal for the seventhconsecutive year.Another victory was in a bill that would have required contractors to pay in to a fund that would fosterupward mobility from Apprentice to Journeyman, however our industry would not have utilized the fund.Common sense prevailed on that one.Copyright: ACNM

BUILTENVIRONMENT27AIA ANNOUNCESRECIPIENTS FOR THE2025 YOUNGARCHITECTS AWARDWASHINGTON – April 28, 2025 – TheAmerican Institute of Architects (AIA) hasselected five recipients for the AIA YoungArchitects Award.The AIA Young Architects Award honorsindividuals who have demonstratedexceptional leadership and madesignificant contributions to thearchitecture profession early in theircareers. Complete details for eachrecipient are available online.CONTINUE READING >Copyright: Canva proEVENT CALENDARMAY 2025MAY 6TH5:30 PM - 7:00 PM: MORFEUS ‐ A Norwegianapproach to landscape and architecture - CLICK HERE MAY 15TH12:00 PM - 1:30 PM: Restorying Our HeartPlaces:Contemporary Pueblo Architecture - CLICK HERE

BUILTENVIRONMENT28ABC NEW MEXICO EVENT CALENDAR2025WASHINGTON, April 29—The constructionindustry had 248,000 job openings on the lastday of March, according to an AssociatedBuilders and Contractors analysis of datafrom the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ JobOpenings and Labor Turnover Survey. JOLTSdefines a job opening as any unfilled positionfor which an employer is actively recruiting.Industry job openings decreased by 38,000last month and are down by 90,000 from thesame time last year.“Construction job openings continued totrend lower in March, a clear sign of slowingindustrywide demand for labor,” said ABCChief Economist Anirban Basu. “Hiring activitywas particularly weak for the month, with the302,000 hires equivalent to just 3.6% ofindustrywide jobs—the lowest rate everrecorded.CONTINUE READING >ABC: CONSTRUCTIONJOB OPENINGSDECREASED BY 38,000 INMARCHWEDNESDAY MAY 21ST, 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM - CLICK HERECLASSIC GOLF TOURNAMENTFRIDAY JUNE 13TH, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM - CLICK HEREAPPRENTICE GRADUATIONFRIDAY JULY 11TH, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM - CLICK HERENIGHT GOLF TOURNAMENTFRIDAY SEPTEMBER 12TH, 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM - CLICK HERESPORTING CLAY TOURNAMENTWEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 24TH, 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM - CLICK HERESAFETY AWARDS LUNCHEONSATURDAY OCTOBER 18TH, 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM - CLICK HERECHILI COOKOFF & CAR SHOWSATURDAY NOVEMBER 15TH, 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM - CLICK HERENEW MEXICO CRAFT COMPETITIONWEDNESDAY DECEMBER 10TH, 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM - CLICK HEREANNUAL AWARDS LUNCHEONCopyright: Canva pro

BUILTENVIRONMENT29YOUR 2025 NMUCABOARD OF DIRECTORS &STAFFPRESIDENT, DALE ARMSTRONG, TLCPLUMBING & UTILITY 505 761 9696VICE-PRESIDENT, DAMON WICKETTS,4RIVERS EQUIPMENT 505 884 2900SECRETARY/TREASURER, JENICE GALLEGOS,GROUNDWATER PARTNERSPAST PRESIDENT, CLAY BLAIR, SPEARD 505 761 9696TROY OTERO, GROUNDHOG CONSTRUCTIONSERVICES 505 243 2133DIRECTOR DARRIN HOWELLS, AUI INC. 505 242 4848DIRECTOR JOE MENICUCCI, DOWNEY &COMPANY 881 0300DIRECTOR REINEE PEACHER, DUCROSSCONSTRUCTION 575 636 3023DIRECTOR KELLEY FETTER, E2RC 505 867 4040 DIRECTOR JOHN THEILER, DH UNDERGROUNDTERRI BAKER, CORE AND MAIN 505 344 0223RUSS COLLINS, RMCI IND. 505 345 0008SAM STRIBLING, 814 SOLUTIONS 505 872 0846EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, JANE JERNIGAN 505 888 0752FROM THEEXECUTIVEDIRECTOR’SDESKHello Members,Thanks to everyone who attended ourmembership meeting in March. It was a veryinformative meeting with Carla Sonntag, NMBusiness Coalition. I will have a final report onthe legislative session after the Governor'sdeadline for signing bills into law passes (April11).Our next event is our Tinnin Clay shoot that isalmost sold out. See the flyer below if you'reinterested in participating.We're growing and would like to welcome ournew members: GM Emulsion and Badger.I am hoping to see you soon!UPCOMINGDATESMay1st Construction Safety Coalition15th NMUCA Social Happy Hour

BUILTENVIRONMENT30WICNM NEWSLETTERAUGUST 2024 >Hello Friends,Today is National Women’s Equality Day, this daymarks the adoption of the 19th Amendment in 1920,which granted women the right to vote. Wow, 104years! We are down to a short 70 days before ournext election and voting is one of the most powerfulways, we can express our values and have a directimpact on our community and our country.Every election is a chance for us to have a say in theissues that matter most to us—whether it’seducation, healthcare, the environment, oreconomic policies. I know that we all have our ownunique perspectives and concerns, and this is ouropportunity to make our voices heard.It’s easy to feel like our individual votes might notmake a difference, but history has shown us thatevery vote counts. Elections are often decided by aremarkably small number of votes, and ourcollective participation is what drives meaningfulchange. By voting, we not only influence thedirection of our nation but also stand up for ourcommunities and the issues we care about. Iencourage you to exercise your right to vote andencourage others around you as well. On another note, I want to thank the PlanningCommittee for all their hard work this year inplanning all our events. They are doing an amazingjob! We are down to the last two events of the year:the 3rd Annual Scholarship Bowling Event onSeptember 12th and the Women in Construction NMGala on November 9th. Sign up soon for the bowlingevent, space is limited, and more informationregarding the Gala will be out soon.Stephanie L. Peña - TLC Company, Inc.WICNM President 2024 LOCKER #505 SCHOOL SUPPLY MONETARY DONATIONSSCAN QR CODE BELOW TO MAKEMONETARY DONATIONS TO LOCKER #505UPCOMINGDATESPanel Educational Event06/18/20254th Annual School Supply Drive07/18/20254th Annual Scholarship Bowling Event09/11/2025

BUILTENVIRONMENT31CONTINUE READING >Ronda Gilliland-Lopez currently serves as thePresident of the Governing Board, whichrepresents a cross-section of highly valuableprofessional knowledge (legal, financial,strategic planning, education, and industryrelations).ACE LEADERSHIP HIGH SCHOOLMISSION OF MCA NMThe Mechanical Contractors Association of NewMexico is an industry trade associationdedicated to the advancement of membercontractors through training, advocacy, andpartnership.MISSION OF SMACNA NMAt the Sheet Metal and Air ConditioningContractors’ Association of New Mexico ourmission is to create a competitive advantage forour members through industry education, laborrelations, standards development, industryrepresentation, and business studies. The New Mexico Bid Depository System (NMBDS)strives to build partnerships through bidding. Thepurpose of the Bid Depository is to improve thebidding process by helping ensure the quality andequity of sub-bid scopes, and to provide adequatetime for review of the sub-bids by the generalcontractors so that they may more accuratelycomplete their bids.This system has been developed for the good ofthe contracting industry and the public as a whole.It is not a law - it is purely voluntary. Please feelfree to call this office for any additionalinformation - 505-341-9033NEW MEXICOBID DEPOSITORYCopyright: MCA/SMACNA NMMCA/SMACNA of New Mexico is a strongpartner of ACE Leadership High School. VIEW >INDUSTRY ESSENTIALSIndustry Essentials is an exclusive member-onlymonthly education series designed to providemembers a private venue to learn about anddiscuss important policy issues, industry trends,and other important professional developmenttopics.Programming will include prominent speakers todiscuss business, economic, and policy issuescritical to the construction industry and ourmembers.Topics in 2021 will include conversations withleaders to discuss cannabis safety andregulations, public procurement, tax policychanges, paid time off legislation, cyber security,the construction industries division and more!

million that Silver City had originallyrequested lawmakers to approve.The roughly 60-year-old two-story glass andbrick structure was formerly a WashingtonFederal Bank building and has seen anextensive upgrade of its heating and coolingsystem. That upgrade work, which alsoincluded installation of a new roof, wasfunded with a previous capital outlay of$750,000.The most recent capital outlay,subsequently approved by GovernorMichelle Lujan Grisham, will support bothadditional interior and exterior work.The funding for the City Hall Annex projectwas one of the largest capital outlaysapproved this spring for Grant County, BUILTENVIRONMENTA project seeing the renovation completionof a prominent public building in Silver City,New Mexico is about to become reality.Members of the New Mexico StateLegislature earlier this spring approved acapital outlay of some $900,000 for work onthe City Hall Annex building at 1203 N.Hudson Street.That $900,000 was less than the $1.5 FUNDING SECURED FORSILVER CITY ANNEXBUILDING RENOVATIONWORKBy Garry Boulard, The Built Environment04/30/2025Copyright: Matthew Kowal, Wikimedia Commons; Creative CommonsCONSTRUCTION NEWSNEW MEXICO33

which ultimately secured $6.4 million for awide variety of work.Other projects that eluded the Governor'sveto pen included $250,000 for renovationwork to the Grant County Detention Centerat 320 Ridge Road, and $200,000 for theextension of Gough Park at 1201 N. PopeStreet, both also located in Silver City.The Governor also approved $650,000 infunding for a football field replacementproject at the Texico Middle School in thetown of Texico; and $500,000 for therenovation of a commercial barn at the siteof the Curry County Events Center andFairgrounds at 1900 E. Brady Avenue inClovis.Additional funding, also at $500,000, isgoing for the building of a new animalshelter in Clovis; with another $250,000targeting renovations to the Clovis PoliceDepartment headquarters at 320 N.Connelly Street.Located on the state border with Texas,Curry County, unlike other rural counties,has seen its population slowly increase inrecent years, with the last Census Bureaucount putting the number at more than48,000.BUILTENVIRONMENT34VILLAGE OF MELROSEGETS STATE FUNDINGFOR CITY HALL WORKBy Garry Boulard, Construction Reporter04/28/2025Work may begin later this year onrenovation work at a historic one-story CityHall in a small eastern New Mexico town.Members of the state legislature earlier thisyear approved up to $250,000 in capitaloutlay funding for upgrade work to theMelrose City Hall. The building wascompleted in 1939 as a Works ProgressAdministration project under the New Deal.The structure, which was built at a cost ofaround $20,300, has a unique exteriordesign composed of triangular stone piecesand stone quoin corners.The project is one of nearly twenty capitaloutlays for Curry County subsequentlysigned into law by Governor Michelle LujanGrisham with a total value of $17.3 million.Copyright: Canva ProDHSEM TO HOST EVENTTO HELP RUIDOSORESIDENTS FINDLEGITIMATECONTRACTORSBy Fallon Fischer, KRQE04/29/2025RUIDOSO, N.M. (KRQE) – An event to helpRuidoso residents rebuild after fires andflooding damaged the community in 2024will be held in the village Saturday.During the event, residents will meet withlicensed contractors, hear about availableservices, learn about processes and permits,and take the first steps for rebuilding andrepairing their property following the SouthFork and Salt fires and subsequent flooding.Residents will also be... Continue reading >

BUILTENVIRONMENT35DANGERS REMAINALONG STRETCH OFHIGHWAY 528 IN RIORANCHOBy Kassi Foote, KOB04/29/2025RIO RANCHO, N.M. — Neighbors in onepart of Rio Rancho are dealing with a deadlyproblem – danger along Highway 528 andHonduras Road NE across from River’sEdge. KOB 4 has covered multiple crashesoutside their neighborhood, including onelast Friday.A spokesperson for Rio Rancho PoliceDepartment said someone was thrown froma vehicle and is in the hospital in criticalcondition. Neighbors said they’ve beenpushing for something to be done for years,because as Rio Rancho grows, so does thethreat. Continue reading >CITY COUNCIL LOOKINGAT FEDERAL HOUSINGCUTSBy Fallon Fischer, KRQE04/29/2025Albuquerque City Councilors will soonconsider an action plan required to securefederal housing aid.One councilor, however, is concerned aboutwhen and whether the city will see thatmoney.District 6 Councilor Nichole Rogers saidTrump administration actions have placed acloud of uncertainty around the city’sfunding from the U.S. Department ofHousing and Urban Development (HUD). Continue reading >Copyright: Canva ProMORE FUNDINGAPPROVED FOR ROUTE66 CENTER, BUTQUESTIONS REMAINBy Justin Garcia, Albuquerque Journal04/28/2025The Route 66 Visitor Center tiptoed closerto a grand opening last week after the Boardof Bernalillo County Commissionersunanimously approved a $250,000appropriation.However, during the April 22 meeting, theboard raised questions about the project’sfuture and feasibility. Commissioner FrankBaca, whose district includes the visitorcenter, brought the proposal forward,arguing that moving the center closer toopening would benefit the entire region.“I don’t know how that’s..Continue reading >

Santa Fe Community College will present abroadband networking and job fair nextmonth.The event will take place from 3 to 5 p.m.Friday, May 16, at the Santa Fe HigherEducation Center, 1950 Siringo Road.According to a news release, more than3,000 fiber optic technician graduates fromaround the state are being invited to takepart. But the fair is open to anyoneinterested in pursuing a career or educationin the broadband industry. Continue reading >SANTA FE COMMUNITYCOLLEGE PLANS MAYJOB FAIR FOR FIBEROPTIC CAREERSBy Staff, Santa Fe New Mexican04/28/2025The IRB means the county will hold the titleto Titan's property until the bonds are paid,and Titan will not pay a portion of itsproperty taxes or general receipt taxes untilall bondholders are paid. Continue reading >BUILTENVIRONMENT36TITAN'S NOB HILLPROJECT GETS KEYAPPROVAL FORCRITICAL $34M BONDBy Cooper Metts, Albuquerque Business First04/25/2025Titan Development is one step closer toreceiving a necessary $34 million industrialrevenue bond for its redevelopment projectof the former Hiway House Motel in NobHill. The Bernalillo County Commissionunanimously approved an inducementresolution to issue a $34 million IRB to TitanDevelopment for its Hiway Hotelredevelopment project in its April 22meeting. NEW MEXICO SUPREMECOURT ASKED TOWEIGH IN ON TESUQUEWASTEWATERCONFLICTBy Danielle Prokop, SourceNM04/25/2025A dispute over sewage disposal in a villageoutside of Santa Fe is leaking into the NewMexico Supreme Court, as residentscontend state environmental agency actionssurrounding a draft waste permit wereunconstitutional.Dozens of people gathered at blue cafeteriatables and the... Continue reading >LITTLE WALNUT ROADNEARLY COMPLETEBy Lisa Jimenez, Silver City Daily Press04/23/2025Motorists who regularly travel Little WalnutRoad will be happy to know that phase fourof this multiyear street improvementproject is scheduled to be completed bymid-May. Continue reading >Copyright: Canva Pro

BUILTENVIRONMENTCONSTRUCTION NEWSSOUTHWESTThe future of the second phase of a massivemulti-story luxury apartment project indowntown Phoenix remains very much inquestion due to a series of legal actions.Located in the 200 block of W. Van BurenStreet, Project X has been characterized asone of the most innovative and imaginativeapartment complexes in the city. The first phase of the project, which is 20floors and houses 506 residential units andaround 36,000 square feet of retail andoffice space, was completed in the spring of2022, with plans for the project’s secondphase to launch immediately.FUTURE OF BIG MULTI-USE DOWNTOWNPHOENIX PROJECT MAYBE DECIDED IN COURTBy Garry Boulard, The Built Environment04/30/2025Copyright: Canva proThat work, however, came to an abrupt haltin September of 2023 with lawsuits shortlyfiled by various subcontractors chargingthat they had not been paid for work said tobe valued in “tens of millions of dollars.”The Phoenix-based general contractorClayco Company, the largest claimant,ultimately said it was owed nearly $32million for work it did on the second phaseof Project X.The project belongs to the Chicago-based XCompany, which specializes in a brandednetwork of national member clubsrepresenting an excess of $1 billion inconstruction work.The company has experienced similar payissue challenges with projects it hasspearheaded in Houston and Tampa. Everything the X Company does is big: themulti-story Houston project is set to include475 units, while the Tampa project has beenannounced at 432 units.Earlier this month, Maricopa CountySuperior Court Judge Jennifer Ryan-Touhillgranted a motion for summary judgment, anaction that may result in the X Companyhaving to sell its Phoenix property via aforeclosure sale.Continues >67

The project was going up via a GovernmentProperty Lease Excise Tax incentiveagreement approved by the City of Phoenix,which owns the property. Published sourceshave indicated that city officials have beenin talks with The X Company in an effort torestart the project. BUILTENVIRONMENT38Updated plans have been announced for aproject in Fort Collins that has been in themaking for around four years.According to city records, what is beingcalled The Edison at University Plaza willfeature a swimming pool and courtyard. “The exact number of units has not beendetermined,” say those records, “but couldrange from 279 units to 295 units, NEW APARTMENTCOMPLEX IN MIDTOWNFORT COLLINS COULDBE CULMINATION OFLONG-VISUALIZEDPLANSBy Garry Boulard, Construction Reporter04/29/2025Copyright: Canva prodepending on the final unit mix.”Plans call for the demolition of twostructures at 2325 and 2407 S. CollegeAvenue in order to make way for a new four-story structure.The apartment complex will include studioand one to three-bedroom units, with thelarger site enhanced by upgradedpedestrian pathways and landscaping.The project will also be built along LowImpact Development guidelines with anemphasis on underground storage spaceand rain gardens.Submitted to the City of Fort Collins by theplanning, surveying, and engineering firmKimley-Horn and Associates, which hasoffices in Fort Collins, the project’sarchitectural design has not yet beenannounced, “but will look to buildings in thearea for inspiration.”The original concept, as announced in thespring of 2022, called for the building of 224residential units.The Edison at University Plaza will be goingup in a section of the city, around 3 miles tothe south of downtown Fort Collins, that ispopulated with shopping mall developmentson one side of S. College Avenue andsuburban residential properties on theother.Copyright: Canva pro

Plans have now been announced for theconstruction of a 144,500-square-footbuilding that will serve as the new corporateheadquarters for the popular SproutsFarmers Market grocery chain in Phoenix.The project will go up inside a larger seven-acre campus that will take in 180,000square feet of facilities near the intersectionof 56th Street and Arizona State Route Loop101.Launched in the summer of 2002, Sproutshas emerged as a major national chain withmore than 400 stores in two dozen statesoffering a wide variety of natural andorganic food. The company saw more than$6.8 billion in revenue in 2023.According to published reports, the newGROWING SPROUTSFARMERS MARKETSET TO BUILDEXTENSIVE NEWCORPORATECAMPUSBy Garry Boulard, Construction Reporter04/28/2025Copyright: Canva procampus will include a 25,000-square-footgrocery store, a 3-story garage, and twoother structures measuring between 4,800square feet and 6,000 square feet.The new headquarters will house everythingfrom culinary kitchens to a tasting room andyoga studio.Construction could begin by early thissummer with a general August 2026completion date.The announcement of the campus projectcomes as Sprouts is opening a new one-story location in Santa Clarita, California; aswell as an additional location in Aurora,Colorado. Yet another store is set to beopened in June in Dallas.The average size of a given Sprouts store isjust under 28,000 square feet, down from aprevious average of around 30,000 to32,000 square feet.The company’s business model has not onlyrelied upon a vigorous building expansion,but also the growth of its own private labelslining the shelves of its stores. According tothe publication Grocery Dive, those labels asof early 2024 accounted for 20% of thecompany’s annual revenue, up from 12% in2017.BUILTENVIRONMENT39

New water and sewer servicesinfrastructure projects to the tune ofaround $33.5 million may soon becomereality depending upon the actions of the ElPaso County Commissioners Court.Members of that body, after officiallyapproving a Notice of Intent late last month,are considering giving a green light to up to$54 million in projects in a variety of areas,all of which would be undergirded bycertificates of obligation.Also listed as priority items that could befunded via the loan process is up to $16million in roadway safety improvementprojects on Ascension Road and PellicanoDrive.EL PASO COUNTYCOMMISSIONERS MAYSOON DECIDE ON AWIDE ARRAY OFINFRASTRUCTUREPROJECTSBy Garry Boulard, Construction Reporter04/24/2025Copyright: Canva proCommission members are additionallyweighing some $2.5 million in flood controlprojects. That funding would specificallytarget the deepening and widening of anexisting drainage channel on 1st Street inthe town of Canutillo.Another $2 million will go for industrial airconditioning units in the Family YouthServices Center at 6314 Delta Drive.Two public input meetings are scheduled tobe held in early May regarding the projectsbefore the commissioners take a final voteon whether to approve the certificates ofobligation on May 12.BUILTENVIRONMENT40Construction has begun on the new AustinConvention Center., with city leadershosting a groundbreaking event on April 16,2024, according to kxan.com.Continue reading >CONSTRUCTION BEGINSON NEW AUSTINCONVENTION CENTERBy Construction Equipment Guide.com04/29/2025Copyright: Canva pro

The U.S. arm of London-based BalfourBeatty was awarded an $889 millioncontract to reconstruct part of Interstate 30in Dallas County, Texas, for the state’s DOT,the contractor announced on April 24.Continue reading >BALFOUR BEATTY NABS$889M TEXASHIGHWAY JOBBy Matthew Thibault, ConstructionDive04/28/2025Copyright: Canva proBUILTENVIRONMENT41Earlier this month Austin City Councilapproved a code change that allowsbuildings up to 5 stories tall to be built witha single staircase. Among housing advocatesand architects, single-stair reform has...Continue reading >AUSTIN CITY COUNCILAPPROVES CODECHANGE TO ALLOWSINGLE-STAIRCONSTRUCTIONBy Kristine Klein, The Architects Newspaper04/28/2025DENVER - April 28, 2025 - PRLog -- ACCU,Inc., a longstanding pillar in HOAconstruction services across Colorado, isexcited to announce the launch of its newlydesigned webpage. This page aims providedecision-makers and board directors athomeowners associations (HOAs) withstreamlined access to superior constructionsolutions. This development aligns withACCU's commitment to empower HOAboards with the capability to foster thrivingcommunities through innovative, tailoredsolutions. Continue reading >REVOLUTIONIZING HOACONSTRUCTIONSERVICES: ACCU, INC.LAUNCHESCOMPREHENSIVERESOURCE FORCOMMUNITY BOARDSBy Boulder SEO Marketing, PRLOG04/28/2025Granite Construction has won a $70-millioncontract to build seven miles of new U.S.-Mexico border wall in Hidalgo County,Texas, awarded by U.S. Customs and BorderProtection. It is the first new bordercontract awarded in President DonaldTrump's second term.Continue reading >FIRST BORDER WALLCONTRACTS OFSECOND TRUMP TERMAWARDED IN TEXAS,SAN DIEGOBy Jeff Yoders, ENR

BUILTENVIRONMENTCONSTRUCTION NEWSNATIONALPresident Donald Trump on Wednesdaysigned a wide-ranging executive orderaimed at reshaping federal workforcedevelopment by expanding apprenticeships,streamlining training programs, and shiftingemphasis away from traditional collegedegrees in favor of skilled trades andtechnology-driven careers.TRUMP SIGNSEXECUTIVE ORDER TOEXPAND TRADE-SKILLSTRAINING, SHIFTEDUCATION FUNDINGPRIORITIESBy Josh Cutler, The Built Environment04/30/2025Copyright: Canva pro"This is like a training center, right, for whatwe're trying to do, which is jobs at greatsalaries," Trump said during a signingceremony in the Oval Office, reportedReuters. The order—titled "Preparing Americans forHigh-Paying, Skilled Trade Jobs of theFuture"—directs the Departments of Labor,Education, and Commerce to review allfederal workforce development programswithin 90 days and submit a strategy to alignthem with employer needs, especially inindustries facing labor shortages.42Trade Policy and Domestic Labor NeedsThe order is part of a broader agenda tosupport American manufacturing andreduce reliance on foreign labor throughdomestic reindustrialization. As noted byNews From The States, Commerce SecretaryHoward Lutnick tied the initiative directly tothe administration's tariff policy, stating,"All those factories that you're bringing inbecause of your trade policy, we're going totrain people to work in them."Continues >Copyright: Canva pro

This executive action accompanies newlyimposed tariffs on a range of goods,particularly from China, whichadministration officials say are intended toincentivize reshoring of production and jobcreation in the U.S.Reforming Accreditation and FosteringInnovationIn conjunction with the workforce directive,Trump signed a separate executive ordertargeting the U.S. higher educationaccreditation system. As explained byMcMahon in the same Texas Border Businessreport, "The Department of Education willcreate a competitive marketplace of highereducation accreditors… to focus on loweringcollege costs, fostering innovation, anddelivering a high-quality postsecondaryeducation."The administration claims that the currentaccreditation structure—largely governedby a small number of nonprofit entities—hasinflated tuition costs and limitedopportunities for newer or non-traditionalinstitutions. The order calls for therecognition of new accreditors and stricteroversight of existing ones. Continues >BUILTENVIRONMENT43Targeting Alternatives to Four-YearDegreesThe initiative reflects a shift away fromwhat the White House has described as the"monopoly" of legacy academic institutions.As stated by Education Secretary LindaMcMahon in a press release covered byTexas Border Business, "Not every studentneeds to attend a four-year university toenter a family-sustaining career." She continued, "The Trump Administrationwill support communities across the countrythat are offering career-aligned programslike apprenticeships and dual enrollment tobest meet the needs of their workforce."The executive order also encourages theidentification of alternative credentials thatbetter match employer demands in skilledtrades, construction, manufacturing, andemerging technologies such as AI.Copyright: Canva proCopyright: Canva pro

Apprenticeships and Artificial IntelligenceThe executive order sets a national goal ofsurpassing 1 million active apprenticeships,with a focus on scaling programs in high-growth industries. As stated by Secretary ofLabor Lori Chavez-DeRemer in a statementpublished by the U.S. Department of Labor,"We are renewing the American Dream byrevitalizing and reshaping our workforceinto a highly skilled powerhouse ofpotential."BUILTENVIRONMENT44It also directs the Department of Educationand the National Science Foundation todevelop new AI education frameworks,including K–12 curriculum enhancementsand teacher training. News From The Statesreported that the administration isprioritizing AI education as part of a largergoal to keep the U.S. globally competitive inhigh-tech sectors.The executive order is expected to catalyzeagency reforms and funding shiftsthroughout 2025. The initial report fromrelevant departments is due to the WhiteHouse within 90 days.Copyright: Canva proOngoing uncertainty regarding the Trumpadministration’s tariff policies is impactingeconomic confidence around the country,according to the latest issue of the BeigeBook. Compiled eight times annually, the BeigeBook is published by the Federal Reserveand regarded as an important overview ofhow the economy is faring based oninterviews with economists, market experts,bankers, business contacts, and others.In an overview of the latest report, it isnoted that only five of the Federal Reserve’stwelve districts saw growth in the past fewmonths, with the economic activity in threedistricts largely unchanged, and fourshowing “slight to modest declines.”Prices increased across all districts, withsupply firms “adding tariff surcharges orshortening price horizons to account foruncertain trade policy.”Continues >NEW BEIGE BOOKREPORT REFLECTSTRUMP TARIFFCONCERNSBy Garry Boulard, Construction Reporter04/28/2025Copyright: Canva pro

Reports from the 10th district, whichincludes all of Colorado and the northernhalf of New Mexico, said that most contactsindicated that the “most likely change totheir business plans this year would be tothe prices charged for their finishedproducts.” Accordingly, expectations forprice growth have risen at a “robust rate.”At the same time job growth in the 10thdistrict has proven subdued as “hiringfreezes reportedly became a more commonoccurrence.”In the 11th district, which includes all ofTexas and the southern half of New Mexico,“Input cost pressures accelerated largelydue to the unexpected pass-through ofhigher tariff costs.”Numerous contacts in the 11th district“voiced concerns that heighteneduncertainty stemming from on-again, off-again tariffs was making it increasinglychallenging to plan.”Overall employment in the 11th district,meanwhile, “rose modestly over thereporting period.”Reports from the 12th district, taking in allof Arizona, saw a “step-down in economicactivity that was broad based, reportedmany industries and different geographies.”As with the other districts, tariff uncertaintyin the 12th remains the topic of the hour,with contacts reporting increased prices for“a wide range of imported goods and rawmaterials, including aluminum, steel, lumber,electrical components, apparel, footwear, aswell as various wholesale and retail fooditems.”BUILTENVIRONMENT45Plans for new hotel construction projectscontinue to boom nationally, with a newreport showing that the pipeline is currentlyup by a healthy 5% over where things stoodexactly a year ago.In its U.S. Hotel Construction PipelineTrend, Lodging Econometrics says there arenearly 6,400 projects in the planning stage,representing some 749,500 rooms. Justcounting the projects by the number ofrooms shows an even stronger 6% jumpover the first quarter of 2024.In terms of actual construction: “There are1,152 projects comprising 145,368 rooms,”says the report, representing a projectincrease of 1% over a year ago, and a totalroom increase of 3%.Continues >HOTEL CONSTRUCTIONUP IN ALL REGIONS ANDCATEGORIES SAYS NEWINDUSTRY REPORTBy Garry Boulard, Construction Reporter04/25/2025Copyright: Canva pro

Meanwhile, there are 2,286 projectsexpected to start before the end of this year,comprising 263,370 rooms.The Portsmouth, New Hampshire-basedLodging Econometrics also notes that thenew building splurge is being seen in allsegments of the industry. Nearly 1,500 newhotels are going up in the upscale category,while the upper midscale sector is growingby 2,338 projects.Construction in both categories is now at arecord high.The report additionally notes an increase inextended-stay hotel projects, as well as insustainable and smart hotels. Largest citiesfor growth: New York, Los Angeles, andMiami, “driven by their robust demand foraccommodations and ongoing urbandevelopment projects.”But cities regarded as being in tertiarymarkets such as Nashville, Austin, andCharlotte are also seeing increased hotelconstruction, “benefitting from their rapidlygrowing populations and increasing appealas business hubs.”The strong early 2025 numbers follow anequally impressive 2024 fourth quarterwhich saw nearly 6,400 new hotels underconstruction, representing a record 746,986rooms.Those figures comprised a 7% growth inprojects and 8% increase in rooms over thefourth quarter of 2023.BUILTENVIRONMENT46Dive Brief:The NFL’s Washington Commandershave inked a blockbuster $4 billion dealwith the D.C. government to return tothe Robert F. Kennedy MemorialStadium campus, the franchiseannounced on April 28.Continue reading >NFL’S COMMANDERSINK $4B STADIUM DEALBy Matthew Thibault, ConstructionDive04/29/2025Copyright: Canva proAmerican multinational biopharmaceuticalcompany Amgen plans to expand itsmanufacturing operations in New Albany,Ohio. The $900 million project is expectedto create 350 jobs. Continue reading >AMGEN EXPANDS NEWALBANY, OHIO,MANUFACTURINGOPERATIONSBy Area Development News Desk 04/28/2025

The AFL-CIO released its 34th annual“Death on the Job: The Toll of Neglect” onApril 23. The report analyzes the state ofworkers’ health and safety at the nationaland state levels.Continue reading >DEATHS ON THE JOBCONTINUE, SAYS AFL-CIOBy EHS Today04/28/2025BUILTENVIRONMENT47January’s Eaton and Palisades wildfiresdamaged or destroyed more than 16,000properties in Los Angeles, making recoverya daunting effort. Yet experts see a potentialbright spot that could speed things along:reforms to L.A.’s infamously slow anddisjointed permitting process.Continue reading >CAN REFORMS SPEEDL.A.’S PERMITTING,REBUILDING, AFTER THEFIRES?By Hannah Miet, Urban Land04/25/2025Copyright: Canva proOfficials from across the Boston, Mass., areacame together April 17, 2025, inDorchester, a neighborhood on the city'ssouth end, to break ground next to heavyconstruction equipment on the $70 millionFieldhouse+ project, an athletics andcommunity space complex.Continue reading >GROUND BREAKS ON$70M PROJECT TOBUILD FIELDHOUSE+ INDORCHESTERBy Construction Equipment Guide04/23/2025The U.S. Navy has picked 12 bidders tocompete for task orders under a combined$990-million indefinite delivery/indefinitequantity multiple-award constructioncontract covering a variety of infrastructureprojects at locations across the Indo-Pacificregion.Continue reading >US NAVY SELECTS 12FIRMS FOR $990MINDO-PACIFIC IDIQCONTRACT PROJECTAWARDSBy James Leggate, ENRCopyright: Canva pro

BUILTENVIRONMENTCONSTRUCTION NEWSTRENDSThe need for gas-fired plants appears to beat an all-time high given the energy needs ofthe growing data center industry.But building those plants may be provingmore difficult than ever, say multiplepublished sources.DEMAND FOR NEW GASPLANT CONSTRUCTIONBURDENED WITHEQUIPMENT DELAYSAND COSTS, SAYSEVERAL REPORTSBy Garry Boulard, Construction Reporter04/29/2025Copyright: Canva proTransforming “natural gas into electricityrequires giant metal turbines that areincreasingly difficult to secure,” reports theNew York Times.Companies that have yet to reserve suchequipment may be looking at “waits of threeor four years, about twice as long as just ayear earlier.” At the same time, constructioncosts for such facilities, due to a variety offactors, has greatly accelerated.According to the Global Energy Monitor, theU.S. currently has the “second-largestpipeline of gas-fired plants in development.”In just the last year alone, the country hasseen a doubling of its oil and gas-firedcapacity in development. If all of thecurrently planned facilities become reality itwill represent around $85 billion in capitalcosts.And a confluence of forces, reports the siteFast Company, is only going to create amore immediate need: “On top of theartificial intelligence boom, the frenzy fornew electricity is fueled by crypto mining,the broader electrification of society, and abipartisan push to bring manufacturing backto the U.S.”But despite the demand, there is still amarginal lack of certainty in the economicfuture of such plants.Continues >48

Should any specific data center facility endup not being in need of the energy they hadpreviously anticipated from a built gas-firedplant, that plant is at risk of becoming astranded asset that could bedecommissioned before the end of itseconomic life.Industry forecasts currently predict that thegas plant boom will reach its peak in 2028,before swiftly declining by 2032.Meanwhile, new gas plant projects havebeen announced in recent months inGeorgia, Louisiana, Mississippi,Pennsylvania, North Carolina, Texas, andWisconsin.BUILTENVIRONMENT49ive Brief:IBM plans to pour $150 billion over thenext five years into U.S.-basedtechnology, the company said Monday.The initiative includes $30 billion to fuelmainframe and quantum computingresearch, development andmanufacturing, per the announcement.Continue reading >IBM PLEDGES $150BTOWARD US-BASEDMANUFACTURING,RESEARCHBy Matt Ashare, Construction Dive04/29/2025Copyright: Canva proIn an industry driven by tight schedules,complex workflows and growing demandsfor sustainability, building owners andfacility managers are turning to artificialintelligence (AI) to bring efficiency andclarity to preconstruction and constructionworkflows. AI's ability to process largedatasets, predict outcomes and automaterepetitive tasks can revolutionize projectmanagement, offering solutions to some ofthe most persistent challenges in the builtenvironment.Continue reading >SMARTERCONSTRUCTION WITHAI: SCHEDULING,ESTIMATION, AND RISKMITIGATIONBy Omar Zhandarbekuly, For Construction Pros04/29/2025Total construction starts increased 3percent in March to a seasonally adjustedannual rate of $1.1 trillion, according toDodge Construction Network.Nonresidential building starts grew 6percent, residential starts decreased 5percent, while nonbuilding starts increased9 percent. On a year-to-date basis throughMarch, total construction starts were down1 percent from 2024. Nonresidential startswere down 9 percent, residential startswere down 5 percent, and nonbuilding...Continue reading >CONSTRUCTION STARTSRISE IN MARCH, BUTHEADWINDS BUILDBy Metal Construction News04/25/2025

Talk of a revolution has been incessant forthe past few years: from revolutionizinghow people learn to work and, mostradically, how they create, talk of the powerof generative artificial intelligence (AI) hasbeen promising if not grandiose.Continue reading >A LEADING AE FIRMPROBES THE POWERAND PROMISE OFTECHNOLOGY-ASSISTED DESIGNBy Brett Susany, Building Design + Construction04/17/2025BUILTENVIRONMENT50The Associated Builders and Contractors(ABC) announced that its ConstructionBacklog Indicator rose to 8.5 months inMarch, based on a member surveyconducted from March 20 to April 6. Thisrepresents a 0.3-month increase comparedto March 2024.Continue reading >ABC: MONTHLYCONSTRUCTIONECONOMIC SURVEYREVEALS EARLY TARIFFIMPACTBy Design Cost DataCopyright: Canva proWest Virginia is gearing up to capture a bigpart of the booming data center market withnew legislation that would allow developersto create independent microgrids to powertheir data centers.Continue reading >MICROGRIDLEGISLATION AIMS TOLURE DATA CENTERDEVELOPERS TO WESTVIRGINIABy Esther D’Amico, ENREastCopyright: Canva proThe corporate site selection process hasgrown increasingly complex in recent years,as businesses face rising costs, evolvingregulatory pressures, and shiftingworkforce dynamics. The 39th Annual...Continue reading >39TH ANNUALCORPORATE & 21STANNUAL CONSULTANTSSURVEYS: WHATBUSINESS LEADERS ANDCONSULTANTS ARESAYING ABOUT SITESELECTIONBy Andy Greiner, Area DevelopmentQ1 2025

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VIEW >$19,344,388ESTIMATED COSTPROJECT INFOSCOPE:The Project consists of the construction of the newAPS Career Center 2, includingMechanical, Electrical,Plumbing and site work. OWNER:Artesia Public Schools 301 Bulldog Blvd.Artesia NM 88210Bid Date/Time: 05/23/2025 - 05:00pm MSTAddenda Count: 0Memo Count: 0Phase: BiddingStage: ActiveStatus:New Project / First ReportProject Type: New ConstructionCategory: EducationPublic Funding: YesBid Security: 10% Bid BondMandatory Pre-Proposal05/07/2025 @ 11:00AMArtesia Public Schools Administration Building301 Bulldog Blvd.Artesia, NM 88210Room Number: BTCARTESIA HIGHSCHOOL - APSCAREER CENTER 2ARTESIA HIGHSCHOOL - APSCAREER CENTER 2(575) 746-4351BUILTENVIRONMENT53

NOT AVAILABLEESTIMATED COSTRFQGEOTECHNICALENGINEERINGSERVICESRFQGEOTECHNICALENGINEERINGSERVICESVIEW PROJECT >OWNER:Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, graecis delicata pro e575) 439-41162600 N Florida AveAlamogordo NM 88310PROJECT INFO:Bid Date/Time: 05/21/2025 - 03:00pm MSTPhase: BiddingStage: ActiveProject Type: Vendor / Professional ServicesCategory: Federal / State / MunicipalPublic Funding: YesSCOPE:The City of Alamogordo is soliciting sealedproposals that specialize in professionalservices based on the scope of workdescribed below and in accordance withany federal, state, and local requirements.It is the intent of the City of Alamogordo toexecute an agreement with the mostqualified firm that presents aneconomically viable proposal. All potentialOfferors are to read, understand andaccept the requirements of this Requestfor Qualification. BUILTENVIRONMENT54

FEATUREDPRE-BID PROJECTPlans have now been announced for the construction ofa new elementary school in a growing district that iscurrently seeing the building of around 500 new houseson the southwest side of Phoenix.The Laveen School District encompasses nine schoolsserving a current enrollment of more than 7,500students, up from 2,500 two decades ago. Now thedistrict will have one more school to be located at acurrently vacant site at the intersection of South 59thAvenue and West Olney Avenue.Members of the Phoenix City Council have voted infavor of entering into an agreement with the schooldistrict that would allow for the building of akindergarten to 8th grade facility on some 20 acres.Those acres are part of a larger chunk of property thecity earlier purchased with the intention of building acommunity park.According to the agreement forged by the two entities,Laveen will pay either an outright sum of $5.8 million or$78,400 annually to Phoenix for use of the site.PHOENIX TO SEECONSTRUCTION OFYET ONE MORESCHOOL IN GROWINGDISTRICTBy Garry Boulard, Construction Reporter04/25/2025BUILTENVIRONMENT55

NEW MEXICOACTIVE PROJECTS57585961ADDITIONS/ RENOVATIONS / UPGRADEMATERIAL / EQUIP / SERVICE / INSTALLNEW CONSTRUCTIONVENDOR / PROFESSIONALSERVICES60SITE WORK / NON-BUILDINGBUILTENVIRONMENT56

ADDITIONS/RENOVATIONS /UPGRADEPOVERTY CREEKVOLUNTEER FIREDEPARTMENT BUILDINGADDITIONVIEW PROJECT >SOUTHWESTERNINDIANPOLYTECHNICINSTITUTE (SIPI)LIBRARYRENOVATION-SCOPE OF WORK: Selective Demolition, Concrete,Rough Carpentry, Casework,Insulation, Sealants, HollowMetal Doors and Frames, WoodDoors, Aluminum Storefront,Pivot Doors, Door Hardware,Glazing, Metal Stud Framing,Drywall, Ceramic Tile, ACT,Resilient Flooring, Carpet,Painting, Division 10Accessories, RetractableAcoustic Wall, Roller WindowShades, Countertops...VIEW PROJECT >FLOWING WELLSHIGH SCHOOLCULINARY ARTSCLASSROOMRENOVATIONSSCOPE OF WORK: The project involves the interiorrenovation and construction of abuilding addition to support theCulinary Arts program atFlowing Wells High School,located within the Cafeteriabuilding...VIEW PROJECT >SFPS MANDELAEARLY WORKPACKAGE (SUBBID)SCOPE OF WORK: EARLY WORK PACKAGE: forMandela International MagnetSchool renovation. This packageconsists of items related toearly groundwork on the siteincluding civil, landscape, structural drawings. It alsoincludes architectural and MEPreference drawings. The sitewill be reconfigured to include anew parking lot as well as a newparent drop-off lane and busdrop-off lane. Connections toAgua Fria St will be altered toallow for 2-way traffic at bothaccess points. Along with thedevelopment...VIEW PROJECT >SCOPE OF WORK: Removing existing apron 20x 56, 4 slab of concreteand pour anew 6 slab to accommodate structural loadof new addition...BUILTENVIRONMENT57

MATERIAL /EQUIP / SERVICE /INSTALLARMED COURIERSERVICESVIEW PROJECT >OFFICE EQUIPMENTAND RELATEDSUPPLIES,PURCHASE, REPAIRSCOPE OF WORK: Albuquerque Public Schools(APS) is requesting competitive,sealed bid submissions toestablish contracts for thepurchase, maintenance andrepair of office equipment andthe purchase of related suppliesrequired in the use of said officeequipment. The contract will befor an indefinite quantity ofproduct(s), to be purchasedand/or serviced on an as neededbasis.VIEW PROJECT >BULK FUELSCOPE OF WORK: Establish a statewide PriceAgreement for the purchase anddelivery of Bulk Fuels, Gasoline,Oxygenated Unleaded andDiesel for various locations forthe New Mexico Department ofTransportation (NMDOT). VIEW PROJECT >VOLCANIC CINDERSD-1SCOPE OF WORK: The purpose of this Invitation toBid (ITB) is to establish a PriceAgreement for Volcanic Cindermaterial for snow and ice controlfor the New Mexico Departmentof Transportation (NMDOT). ThisPrice Agreement is a MaterialOnly Price Agreement. VIEW PROJECT >SCOPE OF WORK: Services include but are not limited to picking up,receiving, transporting, and delivering to or from theCounty, or any designated agent, securely sealed orlocked shipments which may contain any or all of thefollowing: currency, coin, checks, securities, or othervaluables. BUILTENVIRONMENT58

NEWCONSTRUCTIONUNM UTILITY SERVICES DEPT. CCAT ELECTRICALSERVICE EXTENSIONVIEW PROJECT >SCOPE OF WORK: Utility Services Department (UNM USD) is seeking qualified proposals pursuant of this Request forProposals (RFP). UNM has begun construction of the new “Center for Creative Arts & Technology” Building(CCAT). This project is to extend the current 12,470 kV supply on main campus down to the new building(CCAT). The work is to be provided in accordance with UNM standards, Project Plans and Specs.(Attachment A), Design Guidelines (Attachment B) and this Scope of Work. Wage Decision will be in effect. The work must conform with normal UNM Terms and Conditions as well as all state and local regulations.Work will be inspected by a qualified third party and can be deemed unacceptable based on workmanshipand adherence to the plans and specifications. The work will include some removal of turf, asphalt andother site improvements that will have to be replaced per UNM Project specifications. The project workareas will need to be fenced off with a six foot chain link temp. fence and appropriate safety regulationsmust be coordinated with UNM staff. A Pre-proposal conference will be held to determine the most currentsite conditions and safety concerns. The scope consists of a Base Bid, Alternate 1, Alt. 2 and Alt. 3 andawards to be determined on funding. Proposals will only be accepted from qualified contractors who haveprevious experience with the installation of electrical utilities. All proposals will require proof of previouselectrical utilities projects done by the proposer and the names and qualification of the electricians thatwill be performing the work. UNM reserves the right to refuse all proposals. The terms of the resultantagreement are contingent upon sufficient appropriations and authorization being made by the Regents ofthe University of New Mexico, or other sponsoring agency for the performance of these services. BUILTENVIRONMENT59

SITE WORK /NON-BUILDINGABANDONED URANIUMMINE CLEANUP IN THEGRANTS MININGDISTRICTVIEW PROJECT >EASTSIDEREGIONAL PARKPHASE IISCOPE OF WORK: Base Proposal 1: The Eastside Regional ParkPhase II Project addsapproximately 650,000 squarefeet of area to the existingEastside Regional Park. Theadditionincludes four...VIEW PROJECT >VEATER STREETROADWAYIMPROVEMENTPHASE IISCOPE OF WORK: The project is generallydescribed as the reconstructionof Veater Street, from SouthBroadway Street (B-25) to WestVal Verde Avenue , consisting ofbut not limited to, two-12-footlanes (1 Lane in each direction),curb and gutter, grading anddrainage, and concretedriveways...VIEW PROJECT >ROADRUNNERROAD, TURQUOISESTREET & COYOTEROADIMPROVEMENTSSCOPE OF WORK: This project consists of full-depth reconstruction ofRoadrunner Road, TurquoiseStreet, and Coyote Road. Thisconstruction will include newwalking paths, drainageimprovements and speed tables. VIEW PROJECT >SCOPE OF WORK: The purpose of the Request for Proposal (RFP) is tosolicit sealed proposals to establish a contractthrough competitive negotiations for theprocurement of a timely, high quality...BUILTENVIRONMENT60

VENDOR /PROFESSIONALSERVICESDISASTER HOUSINGCONSULTANTVIEW PROJECT >LIBRARY LEARNAND PLAY CENTERDESIGNSCOPE OF WORK: The purpose of this Request forProposals (RFP) is to solicitsealed proposals to establish acontract through competitivenegotiations for professionalexhibit design services to createan interactive, museum-qualityexhibit located in the children’sarea at the Loma Colorado MainLibrary. VIEW PROJECT >ARCHITECTURALSERVICESMULTIPLEPROJECTS AT UMCSCOPE OF WORK: The purpose of this Request forQualifications (RFQ) is to solicitsealed statements ofqualification from experiencedfirms to establish a contract forArchitectural Services for ElPaso County Hospital Districtd/b/a University Medical Center(“Hospital District, UniversityMedical Center, Owner orHospital”). The selection of thefirm will be at the sole discretionof University Medical Center andwill be based on UniversityMedical Center’s....VIEW PROJECT >ARCHITECTURALSERVICES UMCCENTRALGERIATRIC CLINICSCOPE OF WORK: The purpose of this Request forQualifications (RFQ) is to solicitsealed statements ofqualification from experiencedfirms to establish a contract forArchitectural Services for ElPaso County Hospital Districtd/b/a University Medical Center(“Hospital District, UniversityMedical Center, Owner orHospital”). The selection of thefirm will be at the sole discretionof University Medical Center andwill be based on UniversityMedical Center’s sole opinion...VIEW PROJECT >SCOPE OF WORK: The City of El Paso, Texas is seeking proposals toobtain the service of a qualified consulting firm withexpertise in creating and conductingregionalvulnerability assessments, short-term andlong-term disaster housing plans, training andexercise and after-action reviews and improvement...BUILTENVIRONMENT61

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ADDITIONS /RENOVATIONS /UPGRADEBUILTENVIRONMENT63FOLSOM COMMUNITY CENTERVIEW PROJECT >ORIGINAL ESTIMATED COST: $200,000CONTRACT AWARDS: 1 Low | $274,546.00*Sign up for Construction Reporter to view award details

NEWCONSTRUCTION2024 WATER SYSTEMIMPROVEMENTSVIEW PROJECT >KIOWA DRAIN #3WASHSTABILIZATIONVIEW PROJECT >SIERRA VISTAMUNICIPALAIRPORT APRONAND TAXIWAY JREHABILITATIONPROJECTVIEW PROJECT >NM DOT CN#A301001 BRIDGEREPLACEMENT,ROADWAYRECONSTRUCTION,LIGHTING, ITSBERNALILLOVIEW PROJECT >CONTRACT AWARDS: 1 Low | $1,298,962.002 Low | $1,443,468.003 Low |$1,527,668.00*Sign up for Construction Reporterto view award detailsCONTRACT AWARDS: 1 Low | $446,175.002 Low | $877,133.00*Sign up for Construction Reporterto view award details*Sign up for Construction Reporterto view award detailsORIGINAL ESTIMATED COST: $563,355CONTRACT AWARDS: 1 Low | dollar amount not available *Sign up for Construction Reporter to view award detailsCONTRACT AWARDS: 1 Low | $115,540,446.002 Low | $117,453,665.003 Low | 133,872,510.00BUILTENVIRONMENT64

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REAL ESTATEHOME SALES SEEING ANUNUSUAL SPRING DECLINE,SAYS NEW INDUSTRY REPORTCONVENTION COMPETITORSHOPING TO CATCH UP WITHAUSTIN AND DALLAS, EL PASOPURCHASES PROPERTIES FOREXPANSION OF ITSCONVENTION CENTERNEW MEXICOFIRESRESIDENTS RETURN TO FINDHOMES DESTROYED BY FAST-SPREADING FIRE IN GRANTSREALSUSTAINABILITYAS THE LANGUAGE OFSUSTAINABILITY IN REALESTATE CHANGES, BUSINESSIMPERATIVES REMAIN THESAMEBUILTENVIRONMENTImage generated using text to image AI

AFFILIATESFEATURED COMPANY6874848586FEATURED PROPERTIESPROPERTIES FOR SALELAND FOR SALEREAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS 87NEW MEXICO NEWS75RESIDENTS RETURN TO FINDHOMES DESTROYED BY FAST-SPREADING FIRE IN GRANTS >75EAST MOUNTAIN RESIDENTSINVITED TO WILDFIREPREPAREDNESS TOWN HALL >75ENTERPRISE BANK & TRUST TOEXPAND IN ARIZONA ANDKANSAS THROUGHACQUISITION OF TWELVEBANKING OFFICES FROM FIRSTINTERSTATE BANK75SOUTHWEST NEWS79HOPING TO CATCH UP WITHAUSTIN AND DALLAS, EL PASOPURCHASES PROPERTIES FOREXPANSION OF ITSCONVENTION CENTER >79BIG LOTS REOPENING STORES IN2025: HERE ARE THELOCATIONS, FIND A BIG LOTSNEAR YOU >80NATIONAL NEWS81HOME SALES SEEING ANUNUSUAL SPRING DECLINE,SAYS NEW INDUSTRY REPORT >81OREGON NOW ALLOWSATTACHED, STACKED TWO-FAMILY DWELLINGS >82TRUMP'S FIRST REAL ESTATEPROJECT IN QATAR TO BEANNOUNCED BY QATARI DIAR,DAR GLOBAL >82REAL ESTATE HOMEPAGE81BUILTENVIRONMENT67

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BUILTENVIRONMENT69FUTURE-PROOFINGWAREHOUSES: HOWAI AND ROBOTICSARE RESHAPINGINDUSTRIAL REAL ESTATEIn today’s industrial CRE market, the future isalready here—and it’s wired, automated, andvertical. Across the globe, warehousedevelopers are no longer just building for whatis—they’re building for what’s next.A host of SIOR experts from California toCanada to China are seeing the same trend: AIand robotics are fundamentally changingindustrial CRE.In the Bay Area, where land is tight and costsare high, developers are going vertical andthinking ahead. Tim Vi Tran, SIOR, president ofThe Ivy Group In Fremont, California, has seenfirsthand how the integration of AI is changingnot just operations, but design philosophy.“The old debate of man versus machine is over— it’s now man and machine,” Vi Tran says.“We’re not using AI to eliminate jobs — we’reusing it to enhance them.”That philosophy is shaping infrastructure...CONTINUE READING >Copyright: Canva Pro

BUILTENVIRONMENT71OFFICE DISTRESSFINALLY STARTSKNOCKING ONINVESTORS’DOORSOffice up? Down? For the last few years, it’sbeen some of both. But there have been signs ofthe property type hitting bottom.And now the other expected shoe is dropping.Yardi Matrix’s National Office Report said thatoffice market distress is finally rising. For years,investors have been waiting for values to fallenough to provide massive discounts that caneventually turn into big returns on investment.In 2024, distressed transactions started to takeoff, with 25 million square feet bought and sold.That was 39% over the previous three-yearaverage of 18 million square feet. The totalnumber of transactions last year was just below2,400, with the distressed portion jumping to10.8%. The average property size for distressedoffice properties is more than 200,000 squarefeet, up 30% over 2023. Central businessdistrict distressed transactions were triplethose of 2023 and double those of urban...CONTINUE READING >

BUILTENVIRONMENT72NAIOP AND REECINCLUSIONROUNDTABLEEVENT DRAWSRECORDATTENDANCEOn April 8, NAIOP and REEC hosted the annualNavigating Inclusion, Change, and Impact inCRE Roundtable event in Dallas, held inconjunction with the REEC conference. Theevent drew 75 attendees committed toadvancing inclusion in the CRE industry. Theevent was facilitated by Joe Ritchie, TishmanSpeyer and NAIOP DEI committee chair, andDionna Sallis, Ferguson Partners.Sandra Benjamin, Esq., Latham Watkins,began the event by discussing the impact ofrecent litigation and Trump administrationexecutive orders on DEI programs. Sheprovided guidelines and strategies formitigating risks while maintaining inclusionprinciples.Although a recent Trump administrationexecutive order only prohibits “illegal DEI,”ambiguity as to what that means is causingmany companies to evaluate their practices,both in terms of legal risk as well as thepotential for investigation or legal challenge.Benjamin recommended consulting with legalcounsel regarding establishing and managingDEI programs. The session includedinteractive scenarios for attendees toevaluate and discuss potential approaches. CONTINUE READING >Copyright: Canva Pro

BUILTENVIRONMENT73SBA ELIMINATESDISASTROUSBIDEN-ERAUNDERWRITINGSTANDARDSWASHINGTON — Today, the U.S. Small BusinessAdministration (SBA) announced it will eliminate apackage of Biden-era policies which dramaticallyreduced underwriting standards within the 7(a)loan program, sacrificing its financial integrity anddriving up taxpayer liability. Under the leadershipof Administrator Kelly Loeffler, the SBA isrestoring robust rules to end the era of recklesslending – preserving access to capital forAmerica’s small business owners andsafeguarding taxpayer dollars.“The last Administration inherited a thriving 7(a)loan program but left it in critical condition –dismantling every common-sense guardrail thatkept it solvent and self-sustaining,” AdministratorLoeffler said. “From slashing lender fees todestroying underwriting standards, Biden’sreckless policies have triggered a surge in defaultswhich now threatens the viability of the programalong with its risk to taxpayers. Therefore, the SBAis taking immediate action to restore prudentlending criteria, rein in risk, and save the 7(a)program before it collapses under the weight ofbad policy.”CONTINUE READING >Copyright: Canva Pro

BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – EastMountain residents in Bernalillo County areinvited to an event to learn how to protecttheir homes if a wildfire occurs. Bernalillo County Fire Rescue is hosting aWildfire Preparedness Town Hall Thursdayat the Los Vecinos Community Centerstarting at 5:30 p.m.Continue reading >EAST MOUNTAINRESIDENTS INVITED TOWILDFIREPREPAREDNESS TOWNHALLBy Fallon Fischer, KRQE News04/29/2025Copyright: Canva proBUILTENVIRONMENTREAL ESTATE NEWSNEW MEXICO75GRANTS, N.M. — Residents in Grants aregrappling with the aftermath of a fast-spreading fire that devastated their homes,fueled by strong winds reaching up to 60miles per hour.Continue reading >RESIDENTS RETURN TOFIND HOMESDESTROYED BY FAST-SPREADING FIRE INGRANTSBy Peyton Specllacy, KOAT04/29/2025Copyright: Canva pro

About 7,500 acres of public land insoutheast New Mexico was scheduled to besold to the oil and gas industry at auctionJuly 24.Continue reading >FEDS TO LEASE EDDYCOUNTY LAND FOR OILAND GASBy Adrian Hedden, Artesia Daily Press04/29/2025Copyright: Canva proBUILTENVIRONMENT76Despite worries following the whirlwind ofnews, tariffs and executive orders from thefederal government, a presentation given tothe Albuquerque City Council last weeksuggested the turbulence has yet to hit thelocal economy.Continue reading >CITY SAYS ECONOMICINDICATORS ARESTABLE DESPITE TRUMPTURBULENCEBy Justin Garcia, Albuquerque Journal04/28/2025LOUIS & BILLINGS, Mont.– EnterpriseFinancial Services Corp (“Enterprise”)(Nasdaq: EFSC) and First InterstateBancSystem, Inc. (“First Interstate”)(Nasdaq: FIBK) have announced the signingof a purchase and assumption agreement bytheir respective wholly-owned subsidiaries,Enterprise Bank & Trust and First InterstateBank, pursuant to which Enterprise Bank &Trust will acquire twelve branches fromFirst Interstate Bank.Continue reading >ENTERPRISE BANK &TRUST TO EXPAND INARIZONA AND KANSASTHROUGH ACQUISITIONOF TWELVE BANKINGOFFICES FROM FIRSTINTERSTATE BANKBy Carol A. Clark, Los Alamos Daily Post0429/2025The Otero Fire was first reported atapproximately 5 p.m. on the eastern side ofSocorro, adjacent to the banks of the RioGrande. Thick plumes of smoke and flameswere visible, capturing the attention ofresidents throughout the area. "I'll tell you, standing there in the field lastnight at Otero and Chaparral, I saw flamesshooting up twice as tall as the far trees...Continue reading >OTERO FIRE UNDERINVESTIGATION, NOTCONTAINEDBy Jessica Carranza Pino, El Defensor Chieftain04/28/2025

Dating back to the 1980s, occasional poweroutages weren’t unheard of in Cliff, Gila,Buckhorn and Riverside, but this year hasbeen described by residents of the area as“ridiculous” after repeated outages havestruck those communities. Continue reading >CLIFF-AREA RESIDENTSOUTRAGED OVEROUTAGESBy Andrew Wang, Silver City Daily Press04/26/2025BUILTENVIRONMENT77While cryptocurrency may be virtual, theenvironmental toll of mining it is all too real.That’s the conclusion of a new book co-authored by three University of NewMexico professors, who explore the hiddencost of Bitcoin mining in “Energy Use inBitcoin Mining...Continue reading >DIGITAL GOLD? UNMECONOMICSPROFESSORS HELPDECODE THE HIGH COSTOF BITCOIN MININGBy Izabella Kubiak, UNM News04/26/2025Copyright: Canva proDXD Capital’s new climate-controlledstorage facility at 8041 Ventura St. NE has819 individual climate-controlled storageunits available for rent.Continue reading >NATIONAL INVESTOR,DEVELOPER OPENS NEWNE HEIGHTS SELF-STORAGE FACILITYBy Cooper Metts, Albuquerque Business First04/25/2025Copyright: Canva proBOSQUE FARMS — He was at the rightplace at the right time.Isaac Ford, 14, was fishing along the ditchwest of Lillie Drive in the village of BosqueFarms last Thursday when he saw a lot ofsmoke coming from the west side of theriver.Continue reading >FIRE DESTROYSMULTIPLE PROPERTIESBy Valencia County News-Bulletin 04/24/2025

New Mexico saw a 31% increase in thenumber of home insurance policies thatwere not renewed from 2018 to 2023,according to information compiled by twoadvocacy groups.The groups Public Citizen and RevolvingDoor Project used information from the U.S.Treasury’s Federal Insurance Office and aU.S. Senate Committee on the Budget’sinvestigation into the impacts of climatechange on insurance markets to compilemaps showing where costs are increasingand policies are either not being renewed orare being canceled.Continue reading >MAPS CHARTDECLININGAVAILABILITY OFAFFORDABLE HOMEINSURANCEBy Hannah Grover, New Mexico Political Report04/25/2025Copyright: Canva proBUILTENVIRONMENT78To some, dollar stores represent a spot forbargain-hunting. To others, it's a blight thatattracts crime. Ranchos de Taos successfullystopped a Family Dollar from opening therein 2018, citing traffic congestion communitymembers said it would cause.But to regular patrons, these stores aresometimes a lifeline — a place where fixedincomes stretch just enough to affordbirthday cake and balloons; or whereteachers and craft hobbyists can stock up onnotebooks and paints.Continue reading >TAOS DOLLAR TREEREDUCES HOURS AMIDNATIONAL LOSSESBy Olivia Lewis, Taos News04/23/2025Copyright: Canva pro

BUILTENVIRONMENTREAL ESTATE NEWSSOUTHWESTIn a move that is expected to lead to theexpansion of the El Paso ConventionCenter, members of the City Council haveapproved spending nearly $5 million for thepurchase of two decades-old buildings. Both of the structures are in the city’s UnionPlaza, not far from the John F. WilliamsConvention Center at 1 Civic Center Plaza.Along with several other properties, the twostructures had an assessed value in 2018 ofnearly $3 million.One of the buildings, at 320 W. San AntonioAvenue, was built in 1915 and measuresaround 33,500 square feet. The secondbuilding at 301 W. Overland Avenue is morethan 70 years old and is one story in heightand just over 19,000 square feet.Continues >HOPING TO CATCH UPWITH AUSTIN ANDDALLAS, EL PASOPURCHASESPROPERTIES FOREXPANSION OF ITSCONVENTION CENTERBy Garry Boulard, Construction Reporter04/25/202579Copyright: Canva pro

Both structures are one block to the southeast of the convention center, with their sites seenas providing more room to enlarge the footprint of a facility that was originally built in the1970s and upgraded and expanded in 2002.City officials have said that the center, which houses around 80,000 square feet of exhibithall space, would be capable of hosting larger events if it had more convention and exhibitionspace.In a statement, El Paso Mayor Renard Johnson likened the effort to enlarge the conventionspace to similar convention hall expansions in Austin and Dallas. “El Paso must also rise tomeet the expectations of 21st Century event planners,” he remarked.Austin is currently seeing a $1.6 billion expansion of its center; while Dallas is spending $15million to upgrades its Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center.BUILTENVIRONMENT80"We're back."That's what retail store Big Lots isannouncing on its bright orange website andsocial media pages as dozens of stores areset to open in the coming weeks.60 stores are set to reopen across a dozenstates on Thursday, May 1 − less than amonth after nine Big Lots locationsreopened across six states on April 10.Continue reading >BIG LOTS REOPENINGSTORES IN 2025: HEREARE THE LOCATIONS,FIND A BIG LOTS NEARYOUBy Natassia Paloma, El Paso Times04/29/2025Copyright: Canva pro

BUILTENVIRONMENTREAL ESTATE NEWSNATIONALExisting home sales took a significant 5.9%drop in March, according to new figuresreleased by the National Association ofRealtors, at the same time that the existinghome sales price nationally is on the upside.Sales figures were unchanged in theNorthwest and off in both the Midwest andSouth compared with March of 2024. Onlyin the West was there a slight increase.In a statement, Lawrence Yun, NAR chiefeconomist, remarked that “home buying andselling remained sluggish in March due tothe affordability challenges associated withhigh mortgage rates.”HOME SALES SEEING ANUNUSUAL SPRINGDECLINE, SAYS NEWINDUSTRY REPORTBy Garry Boulard, The Built Environment04/30/2025Copyright: Canva proYun added that “residential housingmobility, currently at historical lows, signalsthe troublesome possibility of less economicmobility for society.”According to industry statistics, the pace ofsales nationally is now at its lowest stationsince March of 2009, during the depths ofthe Great Recession.The timing of the latest decline may becrucial, notes the Wall Street Journal, whichpoints out that “mounting economicuncertainty” is hitting the housing market atprecisely “the start of the critical springselling season.”The season, adds the publication, isparticularly busy in the March to Maymonths because buyers with children oftenwant to “move homes over the summer, andsellers wait until the spring to list theirhomes to meet that higher demand.”The nation’s housing industry is now up to1.3 million units, an 8.1% increase overFebruary of this year, and a hefty nearly19% increase from where things were a yearago in March of 2024. In addition, there isnow a 4-month supply of unsold inventory,which is up from 3.5 months in February and3.2 months in early 2024.Adding to the industry’s challenge: a currentsense of unease among would-be homebuyers regarding the state of the economyin general. Continues >81

“Americans sometimes postpone majorpurchases such as a new home when theyare concerned about the economy,”continues the Wall Street Journal, noting thatsuch concerns frequently center on thepossible loss of a job or decline in stocks.Yet, according to Yun, “household wealth inresidential real estate continues to reachnew heights.” As matters currently stand, adecline in overall home price gains wouldmost likely prove a “welcome improvementfor affordability.”BUILTENVIRONMENT82Dive Brief:In an April 24 letter, TransportationSecretary Sean Duffy warned DOTfunding recipients against engaging indiversity, equity and inclusion practices,which he said violate federal law. Duffyalso told grantees that they mustcooperate with U.S. Immigration...Continue reading >DOT WILL CUT FUNDSTO TRANSPORTATIONPROJECTS WITH DEI:DUFFYBy Julie Strupp, ConstructionDive04/29/2025Copyright: Canva proOregon recently updated its building codesto allow attached, stacked two-familydwellings which were previously required tobe detached.Continue reading >OREGON NOW ALLOWSATTACHED, STACKEDTWO-FAMILYDWELLINGSBy Peter Fabris, Building Design + Construction04/29/2025Real estate developers Qatari Diar and DarGlobal will announce a deal on Wednesdayto build Qatar's first Trump-branded realestate project, a source with knowledge ofthe plans told Reuters on Tuesday.Continue reading >TRUMP'S FIRST REALESTATE PROJECT INQATAR TO BEANNOUNCED BYQATARI DIAR, DARGLOBALBy Reuters, The Jerusalem Post04/29/2025Copyright: Canva pro

The looming threat of President Trump'sChina tariffs in the first quarter of 2025,coupled with Hong Kong's strong economicties to China, contributed to a decline incommercial rents and capital values acrossnearly all sectors of the city's propertymarkets, driven by weak demand andabundant supply, according to JLL's recentlyreleased Preliminary Market Summary forQ1 2025."Tariffs will have an impact on themacroeconomic landscape, but themagnitude will depend on how policyevolves," said Cathie Chung, Senior Directorof Research at JLL. "Any direct effect onHong Kong's real estate market remainsuncertain as the situation continues tounfold. In the near term, lingering tariffissues and unclear interest rate trends areexpected to keep investors cautious."Continue reading >HONG KONG PROPERTYINVESTORS TAKE AWAIT-AND-SEEAPPROACH DUE TO U.S.TARIFFSBy Michael Gerrity, The World Property Journal04/28/2025Copyright: Canva proBUILTENVIRONMENT83In a world increasingly driven byenvironmental concerns and economicrealities, the movement for sustainablecommercial real estate has only gainedmomentum, despite shifting political tides.This message was clearly conveyed duringthe recent SF Climate Week panel titled“Beyond the Buzzwords: Strengthening RealEstate’s Climate Narrative.” The panelfeatured prominent experts: BreanaWheeler, U.S. director of operations atBREEAM; Tim Smith, real estatedevelopment director at SKS; AnicaLandreneau, global head of sustainability atHOK; Tansy Mak, associate VP of design atRelated California; and Aaron Tartakovsky,CEO at Epic Cleantec. Michelle MelancaFrey, former executive director of ULI SanFrancisco, served as moderator.Continue reading >AS THE LANGUAGE OFSUSTAINABILITY INREAL ESTATE CHANGES,BUSINESS IMPERATIVESREMAIN THE SAMEBy Sibley Fleming, Urban Land04/28/2025Copyright: Canva pro

A building housing a popular and long-standing cafe in a very small villagesurrounded by the Lincoln National Forestin southern New Mexico is now on themarket.The stone and wood structure is located at3491 US Highway 82 in Mayhill, with apopulation of less than ten people.Built in 1958, the 6,2230-square-footstructure has for years been the home to theiconic Mayhill Cafe, an eatery known for itswide variety of Mexican dishes as well aswhat has been described as breakfast, lunch,and dinner “comfort food.”Sitting on a less than one-acre site, theproperty also includes upstairs hotel spacewith four rooms and five baths. The buildingalso features a utility-sized kitchen, officespace, dining room and front upper woodenbalcony.Listed at $650,000, the structure is beingoffered by the real estate firm of FutureReal Estate of Alamogordo.CAFE ANDHOTEL INMAYHILLVILLAGE NOWON THE MARKETBy Garry Boulard, Construction Reporter04/29/2025FEATURED COMMERCIAL PROPERTY BUILTENVIRONMENT0504030201BUILDING SIZEYEAR BUILTBUILDING HEIGHTLOT SIZEBUILDING FAR6,230 SF19581 STORY0.33 AC0.4384

BUILTENVIRONMENTPROPERTY FOR SALENEW MEXICOUnless otherwise stated, all images on this page are copyrighted to Google Inc.3311 INDUSTRIAL DR | HOBBSOFFERED PRICE: $1,296,000 BUILDING SIZE: 34,400 SFNRG Realty Group is pleased to have been retained exclusively to market 3311 N Industrial Dr, Hobbs, NM,along with its future associated lease via sale-leaseback and eventual tenant, Q2 Artificial Lift Systems, LLC (the"Property"). Q2 Artificial Lift Systems was founded in 2016 and specializes in the sales, service, engineering...VIEW DEAL: CLICK HERE342 EAST BUENA VISTA | SANTA FEOFFERED PRICE: $3,549,000 BUILDING SIZE: 8,650 SFThis turnkey historic inn offers a strong reputation, solid financial performance, and a prime location, making itan exceptional opportunity to own and preserve a cherished piece of Santa Fe’s history while capitalizing on itsthriving tourism industry.VIEW DEAL: CLICK HERE1101 SO WHITE SANDS BLVD | ALAMOGORDOBUILDING SIZE: 12,000 SFNewGen Advisory is pleased to present for sale the White Sands Motel - Alamogordo, NM. This well-maintainedmotel is the perfect fit for an owner-operator looking for a stable property in a thriving market. Conveniently,the property is proximal to major demand drivers including White Sands National Park and Holloman Air ForceBase...VIEW DEAL: CLICK HERE85

BUILTENVIRONMENT86TH STREET SOUTHWEST | ALBUQUERQUEOFFERED PRICE: $1,713,214 TOTAL LOT SIZE: 4.37 ACRESThree mixed use lots in high-traffic area available for sale. Contact broker for details.VIEW DEAL: CLICK HERESUNSET GARDENS ROAD SOUTHWEST | ALBUQUERQUEOFFERED PRICE: $1,416,700 TOTAL LOT SIZE: 5 ACRESPrime industrial land available for sale. Contact broker for details.VIEW DEAL: CLICK HERE620 E 21ST STREET | CLOVISOFFERED PRICE: $470,000 TOTAL LOT SIZE: 0.87 ACRESPrime lot for retail or restaurant.VIEW DEAL: CLICK HERELAND FOR SALENEW MEXICOUnless otherwise stated, all images on this page are copyrighted to Google Inc.86

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An extensive 54-page report released by theDepartment of Defense is adding the latestripple to a growing debate over where theU.S. Space Command should establishpermanent headquarters.For months on end interested parties haveweighed in on whether the headquartersshould be officially set up at the PetersonSpace Force Base in Colorado Springs, orwithin the boundaries of the RedstoneArsenal in Huntsville, Alabama.In January of 2021, the Air Force announcedthat it preferred to have the SpaceCommand in Huntsville. AlabamaRepublican Congressman Mike Rogers hassince declared that having the Command inHuntsville would potentially save taxpayersupwards of $420 million.Roughly two years later, the BidenAdministration moved to have theCommand permanently established inColorado Springs, noting that more than 20of the military’s space missions were alreadybased there.COLORADO SPRINGS’POTENTIAL LOSS OFSPACE COMMANDHEADQUARTERSREVIEWED BY NEWREPORTBy Garry Boulard, Construction Reporter04/24/2025Copyright: Canva proSPACE NEWSBUILTENVIRONMENT90

The new Defense Department report notesthat building operational facilities inHuntsville with the “same capacity,connectivity, and security as those alreadyin use in Colorado Springs would take 3 to 4years.”Even though most insiders expect that theSpace Command will finally beheadquartered in Huntsville, a host ofColorado elected officials are continuing toargue in favor of Colorado Springs.In a joint letter sent to President Trump,members of the Colorado congressionaldelegation note the number of Commandactivities already taking place in ColoradoSprings and assert that “moving theCommand would disrupt these establishedcapabilities and partnerships, furtherdiminishing our preparedness to faceevolving threats.”The report additionally suggests that theCommand could face the loss of up to 1,000civilians, contractors, and reservistscurrently working in Colorado Springsshould Huntsville win the final nod.From the opposite perspective,Representative Rogers has issued astatement saying that the new DefenseDepartment report “confirms that theTrump Administration was correct inselecting Huntsville” as the site of theCommand base.Rogers has further remarked that heexpects a final decision to be made beforethe end of the month.BUILTENVIRONMENT91CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — Amazon's firstbatch of internet satellites rocketed intoorbit Monday, the latest entry in the megaconstellation market currently dominatedby SpaceX's thousands of Starlinks.Continue reading >AMAZON LAUNCHES ITSFIRST INTERNETSATELLITES TOCOMPETE AGAINSTSPACEX'S STARLINKSBy The Associated Press, NPR04/29/2025Copyright: Canva proOver billions of years, the universe hastransformed from a simpler state into anintricate cosmic web, but new research hintsthat the growth of cosmic structures maynot have unfolded exactly as predicted.Continue reading >COSMIC CT SCANUNCOVERS ASURPRISING TWIST INTHE UNIVERSE’SEVOLUTIONBy University of Alabama, Sci-Tech Daily04/28/2025

NASA's oldest active astronaut felt as sickas he looked shortly after returning to Earththis month.Continue reading >'I DIDN'T LOOK TOOGOOD BECAUSE I DIDN'TFEEL TOO GOOD': NASAASTRONAUT DONPETTIT EXPLAINS WHYHE SEEMED SO UNWELLAFTER LANDING(VIDEO)By Mike Wall, Space.com04/28/2025BUILTENVIRONMENT92The People’s Republic of China’s (PRC’s)scientific community established China’sbroad timelines for crewed Moon and Marsmissions simultaneously in 2009. At thattime, the Chinese Academy of Science’s(CAS’s) 40-year technology forecast calledSpace Science & Technology in China: ARoadmap to 2050 was largely seen asunofficial and aspirational.[1] However, thescientists’ forecast for a crewed Moonlanding “around 2030” has turned out to bean accurate prediction, assuming all goes toplan.[2] This report examines CAS’s secondprediction for “crewed Mars...Continue reading >THE REAL SPACE RACE:CHINA WILL SEND ACREW TO ORBIT MARSBY 2050By Kristin Burke, The Space Review04/28/2025Copyright: Canva pro

BUILTENVIRONMENTNEWSPACEALLIANCEJoin hundreds of organizations in the national NewSpaceAlliance! Build your knowledge and strengthen yournetwork by participating in ongoing opportunities tolearn, share and engage with space professionals acrossindustry, government and academia. Free to join,NewSpace Alliance members can attend monthly techtalks, industry webinars, networking events, industryforums and our nationally-recognized State of the SpaceIndustrial Base conference. Membership is free.Continue reading >NEWSPACEIGNITORGROW FASTER FROM CONCEPT TO PRODUCT TOSALESContinue reading >CO-INNOVATIONWORKSPACESENewSpace Co-Innovation, or collaborative innovation, iswhen newspace stakeholders work together to discovernew partnerships, explore new approaches, solveproblems, and accelerate growth.Continue reading >PATHWAYS TOTHE STARSACCESS TO WORKFORCE WILL BECOMEEASIER WITH A LARGER, MORE DIVERSESPACE-READY TALENT POOL.Coming next year!Pathways to the Stars will grow the spaceindustry talent pipeline with programming,mentoring, experiential learning and careerconnection services spanning K-12 to earlycareer, with industry involvement and specialattention given to reaching minority populations.Multiple educational partners will providelearning and curriculum, and connection serviceswill connect students to jobs and careers. Weinvite you to participate and inspire students tobecome part of the space workforce of thefuture!Continue reading >ABOUT USWHO WE ARE & WHATWE DOFounded October 2019, NewSpace Nexus is a501(c)(3) non-profit accelerating the pace ofspace innovation by uniting and igniting theindustry. Through the NewSpace Launchpad, afirst-of-its-kind co-innovation hub, stakeholdersgain access to workspaces, equipment,programming, rapid prototyping anddemonstration, and resources needed forinnovation and rapid progress. Services includeaccess to space ecosystem knowledge, publicevents, and networking; navigation services thatprovide tailored guidance and direct assistanceto fast-track business growth; and collaborativeinnovation services...Continue reading >94

BUILTENVIRONMENT95QUICK NEWS LINKSCONSTRUCTION33BUILTENVIRONMENTunding Secured For Silver City AnnexBuilding Renovation Work >NEW MEXICOCONSTRUCTIONREPORTERVillage of Melrose Gets State Funding forCity Hall Work >DHSEM to host event to help Ruidosoresidents find legitimate contractors >City council looking at federal housing cuts >Dangers remain along stretch of Highway528 in Rio Rancho >More funding approved for Route 66Center, but questions remain >Santa Fe Community College plans Mayjob fair for fiber optic careers >New Mexico Supreme Court asked to weighin on Tesuque wastewater conflict >Titan's Nob Hill project gets key approval forcritical $34M bond >Little Walnut Road nearly complete >Construction Begins On New Austin ConventionCenter >SOUTHWESTRevolutionizing HOA Construction Services:ACCU, Inc. Launches Comprehensive Resourcefor Community Boards >Balfour Beatty nabs $889M Texas highway job >Austin City Council approves code change toallow single-stair construction >First Border Wall Contracts of Second TrumpTerm Awarded in Texas, San Diego >BUILTENVIRONMENTFuture Of Big Multi-Use Downtown PhoenixProject May Be Decided In Court >SOUTHWESTCONSTRUCTIONREPORTERNew Apartment Complex in Midtown FortCollins Could Be Culmination of Long-Visualized Plans >CONSTRUCTIONREPORERGrowing Sprouts Farmers Market Set toBuild Extensive New Corporate Campus >CONSTRUCTIONREPORTEREl Paso County Commissioners May SoonDecide on a Wide Array of InfrastructureProjects >BUILTENVIRONMENTTrump Signs Executive Order to Expand Trade-Skills Training, Shift Education Funding Priorities >NATIONALCONSTRUCTIONREPORTERNew Beige Book Report Reflects Trump TariffConcerns >CONSTRUCTIONREPORTERHotel Construction Up in All Regions andCategories Says New Industry Report >NFL’s Commanders ink $4B stadium deal >Amgen Expands New Albany, Ohio,Manufacturing Operations >Deaths on the Job Continue, Says AFL-CIO >Ground Breaks On $70M Project to BuildFieldhouse+ in Dorchester >Can Reforms Speed L.A.’s Permitting, Rebuilding,after the Fires? >US Navy Selects 12 Firms for $990M Indo-PacificIDIQ Contract Project Awards >

BUILTENVIRONMENT96CONSTRUCTION48CONSTRUCTIONREPORTERDemand for New Gas Plant ConstructionBurdened with Equipment Delays andCosts, Say Several Reports >TRENDSSmarter Construction with AI: Scheduling,Estimation, and Risk Mitigation >IBM pledges $150B toward US-basedmanufacturing, research >Construction Starts Rise in March, butHeadwinds Build >A leading AE firm probes the power andpromise of technology-assisted design >Microgrid Legislation Aims to Lure DataCenter Developers to West Virginia >ABC: Monthly Construction EconomicSurvey Reveals Early Tariff Impact >39th Annual Corporate & 21st AnnualConsultants Surveys: What BusinessLeaders and Consultants Are Saying AboutSite Selection >REAL ESTATE75Residents return to find homes destroyedby fast-spreading fire in Grants >NEW MEXICOEast Mountain residents invited to WildfirePreparedness Town Hall >Enterprise Bank & Trust To Expand In ArizonaAnd Kansas Through Acquisition Of TwelveBanking Offices From First Interstate Bank >Feds to lease Eddy County land for oil andgas >City says economic indicators are stabledespite Trump turbulence >Otero fire under investigation, notcontained >Cliff-area residents outraged over outages >National investor, developer opens new NEHeights self-storage facility >Digital gold? UNM Economics professors helpdecode the high cost of Bitcoin mining >NEW MEXICOFire destroys multiple properties >Taos Dollar Tree reduces hours amid nationallosses >Maps chart declining availability of affordablehome insurance >Hoping to Catch Up with Austin and Dallas, ElPaso Purchases Properties for Expansion of ItsConvention Center >SOUTHWESTBig Lots reopening stores in 2025: Here are thelocations, find a Big Lots near you >BUILTENVIRONMENTHome Sales Seeing An Unusual Spring Decline,Says New Industry Report >NATIONALOregon now allows attached, stacked two-family dwellings >Trump's first real estate project in Qatar to beannounced by Qatari Diar, Dar Global >DOT will cut funds to transportation projects withDEI: Duffy >As the Language of Sustainability in Real EstateChanges, Business Imperatives Remain theSame >Hong Kong Property Investors Take a Wait-and-See Approach Due to U.S. Tariffs >Cafe and Hotel in Mayhill Village Now on theMarket >FEATURED COMMERICAL PROPERTY81

BUILTENVIRONMENT97SPACE90CONSTRUCTIONREPORTERColorado Springs’ Potential Loss of SpaceCommand Headquarters Reviewed by NewReport >NEW MEXICOAmazon launches its first internet satellitesto compete against SpaceX's Starlinks >Cosmic CT Scan Uncovers a SurprisingTwist in the Universe’s Evolution >'I didn't look too good because I didn't feeltoo good': NASA astronaut Don Pettitexplains why he seemed so unwell afterlanding (video) >The real space race: China will send a crewto orbit Mars by 2050 >WEEDFEED982 US House Reps Introduce Bill to AllowWhite House Drug Adviser to Publicly BackCannabis Legalization >NEW MEXICO & NATIONALWhite House Drug Czar Could EndorseMarijuana Legalization Under New Bill ToRepeal ‘Ludicrous’ Restriction >LEGISLATION99CONSTRUCTIONREPORTERTrump’s Tariff Policies Currently LackingPopular Support, Says Pew Survey >NEW MEXICO & NATIONALIt’s budget time in Albuquerque again >New lawsuit argues Trump and DOGE'sgovernment overhaul is unconstitutional >Trump orders list of ‘sanctuary cities’ totarget for funding freeze >County begins budget process >New Mexico lawmakers brace for steepcuts to federal funding >Brantley, Dow and Armstrong reflect onsession >ARCHITECTS / ENGINEERS / DESIGN102Missouri S&T Academy of Civil Engineers inductseight new members >NEW MEXICO & NATIONALThe Impressive Evolution of Aluminum Cladding >Spatial variety is the spice of office life >Baltimore’s Harborplace: Reimagining large-scale urban design and development on thecity’s waterfront >Author Details Citicorp Tower Design Error andthe Race to Fix It >VENDORS / SUPPLIERS104Volvo Group truck sales fall amid tariffuncertainty >NEW MEXICO & NATIONALDHL reverses course and resumes shippingpackages valued over $800 to U.S. consumers >Outdoor flooring products built for resiliencyand easy maintenance >Fleetio Acquires Auto Integrate, ExpandingReach in Fleet Maintenance >Cash flow problems continue to plaguesubcontractors: report >'Don't think you’re going to be immune to thesetariff impacts,' chief economist warns >Volvo Construction Equipment Unveils NewLineup of Articulated Haulers >Coil Processing and Automation in Metalforming >ENERGY INDUSTRY107AAA weekly survey says gas prices down againin Santa Fe, across state >NEW MEXICO & NATIONALElectric vehicle event set for May 3 at NMSU >Hitachi Energy Expands Bland, Virginia,Production Operations >

BUILTENVIRONMENT98NEW MEXICO WEEDFEEDThe Democratic co-chairs of theCongressional Cannabis Caucus areattempting to unzip the lips of PresidentDonald Trump’s top drug adviser, allowingher to freely express where she stands onlegalizing cannabis.Continue reading >2 US HOUSE REPSINTRODUCE BILL TOALLOW WHITE HOUSEDRUG ADVISER TOPUBLICLY BACKCANNABISLEGALIZATIONBy Tony Lange, Cannabis Business Times04/29/2025Copyright: Canva proDemocratic congressional lawmakers haveannounced the filing of a bill that wouldremove a restriction that’s prevented theWhite House drug czar from advocating forthe legalization of marijuana or otherSchedule I drugs under the...Continue reading >WHITE HOUSE DRUGCZAR COULD ENDORSEMARIJUANALEGALIZATION UNDERNEW BILL TO REPEAL‘LUDICROUS’RESTRICTIONBy Kyle Jaeger, Mariuana Moment04/29/2025

BUILTENVIRONMENT99Despite President Trump’s assertions thathis tariff policies will ultimately provesuccessful and popular, a significantmajority of respondents in a new surveyindicate disapproval of those policies.Released by the Pew Research Center, thesurvey shows that 59% of respondentsopposed the Trump administration tariffincreases, while only 39% registeredsupport.TRUMP’S TARIFFPOLICIES CURRENTLYLACKING POPULARSUPPORT, SAYS PEWSURVEYBy Garry Boulard, Construction Reporter04/24/2025Copyright: Cnava proThe tariff question, according to the survey,has taken on a distinct partisan hue, with70% of responding Republicans indicatingsupport, while a commanding 90% ofDemocrat respondents said they wereopposed.Even more, some 51% said they thought thePresident was setting too much policy viaexecutive orders, with 32% indicating thatthey were fine with either the amount ofsuch orders or supportive of even more.Trump announced a sweeping series of tariffpolicies earlier this month, declaring a 10%baseline tax on imports across the boardand tariffs of varying sizes on differentcountries, including a 34% tax on Chinaimports, which has since been increased,20% tariff on imports from the EuropeanUnion, and 24% increase on Japaneseimports.Overall, 45% of all respondents expressedconfidence in Trump’s ability to handle theeconomy; a drop from an earlier surveyputting that figure at 54%.A narrative accompanying the survey notedthat 56% of respondents in early 2021 saidthey were confident that President Bidencould make good decisions about theeconomy, a figure that declined to 36% inlate 2023.NEW MEXICO & NATIONALLEGISLATION

BUILTENVIRONMENT100A coalition of labor unions, nonprofits andlocal governments including Chicago,Baltimore and Harris County, Texas, hasmounted the broadest legal challenge yet toPresident Trump's massive overhaul of thefederal government.In a lawsuit filed late Monday, the plaintiffscharge that actions taken by the president,Elon Musk and the heads of nearly twodozen federal agencies to dramaticallydownsize the federal workforce violate theConstitution because Congress has notauthorized them.Continue reading >NEW LAWSUIT ARGUESTRUMP AND DOGE'SGOVERNMENTOVERHAUL ISUNCONSTITUTIONALBy Andred Hsu, NPR04/29/2025Copyright: Canva proAlbuquerque Mayor Tim Keller proposed a$1.5 billion city budget for fiscal year 2026earlier this month, kicking off the annualbudget process in the city.Continue reading >IT’S BUDGET TIME INALBUQUERQUE AGAINBy Rodd Cayton, NM.News04/29/2025WASHINGTON — President Donald Trumpon Monday evening signed executive orderstargeting so-called sanctuary cities bythreatening to revoke federal funding andproviding legal services and nationalsecurity assets to law enforcement.Continue reading >TRUMP ORDERS LIST OF‘SANCTUARY CITIES’ TOTARGET FOR FUNDINGFREEZEBy Ariana Figuerora, Source NM04/28/2025Copyright: Canva pro

BUILTENVIRONMENT101The Grant County Commission heardpreliminary budget requests fromdepartment heads at Thursday’s regularmeeting. Many requests reflected increasedcosts and replacement of aging equipmentand infrastructure, with a few requests forupgrades and staff and some discussion ofraising pay in certain departments. Continue reading >COUNTY BEGINSBUDGET PROCESSBy Jo Lutz, Silver City Daily Press04/26/2025Senator Crystal Brantley (R) andrepresentatives Rebecca Dow (R) and GailArmstrong (R) reflected on theirexperiences of the last legislative session.Continue reading >BRANTLEY, DOW ANDARMSTRONG REFLECTON SESSIONBy Jessica Carranza Pino, El Defensor Chieftain04/24/2025Copyright: Canva proNew Mexico lawmakers this week rolled outa plan to help prepare for potential heftyreductions in federal funding.The Legislative Council, the group of staterepresentatives and senators that overseesall lawmaking between New Mexico’slegislative sessions, voted unanimouslyMonday afternoon at its first meetingfollowing this year’s session to create a newpanel called the Federal InfrastructureFunds and Stability Interim Committee. Continue reading >NEW MEXICOLAWMAKERS BRACEFOR STEEP CUTS TOFEDERAL FUNDING By Austin Fisher, New Mexico Political Report04/28/2025Copyright: Canva pro

BUILTENVIRONMENT102Aluminum cladding has long been apreferred choice for exterior applications incommercial and residential construction.With its durability, lightweight nature, andaesthetic appeal, aluminum cladding,whether it is aluminum composite material(ACM), metal composite material (MCM),battens, or siding, has revolutionizedarchitectural exteriors. However, recentdesign trends have pushed the boundariesof aluminum cladding, bringing it indoors toserve as a striking design element in interiorspaces. From modern commercial spaces tohigh-end residential interiors, aluminumcladding is a versatile and stylish solution.Continue reading >THE IMPRESSIVEEVOLUTION OFALUMINUM CLADDINGBy Daniel Foltz, Metal Construction News04/29/2025Copyright: Canva proNEW MEXICO & NATIONALARCHITECTS / ENGINEERS / DESIGNEight professionals with ties to MissouriUniversity of Science and Technology wereinducted into the Missouri S&T Academy ofCivil Engineers during an inductionceremony held Thursday, April 10, in Rolla. Continue reading >MISSOURI S&TACADEMY OF CIVILENGINEERS INDUCTSEIGHT NEW MEMBERSBy Mary Helen Stolz, Missouri S&T04/28/2025Today’s workforce desires an experiencethat is intentional, aligned, and purpose-driven—and one that continuously adapts toworkers’ evolving expectations. To remainagile in a volatile market, organizations mustrethink the return on investment theyexpect from their workplaces.Those are some of the conclusions thatGensler draws in its just-released GlobalWorkplace Survey 2025, based on an onlinesurvey of 16,809 full-time office workersacross 15 countries and 10 industries. Thepolling was conducted from August 24through December 3, 2024.Continue reading >SPATIAL VARIETY IS THESPICE OF OFFICE LIFEBy John Caulfield, Building Design + Construction 04/23/2025

BUILTENVIRONMENT103More than a century ago, the Baltimorewaterfront was a working harbor. After amassive 1970s redevelopment that turnedthe area into the centerpiece of Baltimore’stourism industry, the American Institute ofArchitects called it “one of the supremeachievements of large-scale urban designand development in U.S. history.” Yet itbecame insolvent in 2019. Key lessonslearned here can prevent this cycle fromrepeating as we envision what the next 100years might hold for the center of CharmCity.Continue reading >BALTIMORE’SHARBORPLACE:REIMAGINING LARGE-SCALE URBAN DESIGNAND DEVELOPMENT ONTHE CITY’SWATERFRONTBy P. David Bramble, Tracy Hadden Loh, Urban Land04/24/2025Copyright:Copyright: Canva proMichael M. GreenburgA new book contains never-before-releaseddetails of the flawed structural engineeringdesign and construction of the CiticorpCenter high-rise in Manhattan and thesecret nighttime repairs carried out in thesummer of 1978. Continue reading >AUTHOR DETAILSCITICORP TOWERDESIGN ERROR AND THERACE TO FIX ITBy Richard Korman, ENRCopyright: Canva pro

BUILTENVIRONMENT104Outdoor flooring is often at odds withnature, but manufacturers and landscapearchitects are devising new ways to adapt towater and other natural elements.Continue reading >OUTDOOR FLOORINGPRODUCTS BUILT FORRESILIENCY AND EASYMAINTENANCEBy Kelly Pau, The Architect’s Newspaper04/29/2025Copyright: Canva proNEW MEXICO & NATIONALVENDORS / SUPPLIERSVolvo Group, the first major truckmanufacturer to report earnings sincePresident Donald Trump announced hisglobal reciprocal duties earlier this month,reported that overall truck sales fell 10%year over year in Q1 as tariff uncertaintygrew.Continue reading >VOLVO GROUP TRUCKSALES FALL AMIDTARIFF UNCERTAINTYBy Antone Gonsalves, SupplyChainDive04/29/2025The global shipping company DHL says ithas resumed shipping packages valued over$800 in value to individual U.S. consumers,just one week after saying it was haltingsuch shipments due to new U.S. customsrules.Continue reading >DHL REVERSES COURSEAND RESUMES SHIPPINGPACKAGES VALUEDOVER $800 TO U.S.CONSUMERSBy Joe Hernandez, NPR04/28/2025

BUILTENVIRONMENT105Fleetio has announced the acquisition ofAuto Integrate, a digital maintenanceauthorization platform widely used in thefleet services industry. The acquisitionsignificantly expands Fleetio’s capabilities,particularly in repair order management andshop connectivity. Together, the twocompanies now serve over 8 million vehiclesand support operations across more than110,000 repair shops throughout NorthAmerica.Continue reading >FLEETIO ACQUIRESAUTO INTEGRATE,EXPANDING REACH INFLEET MAINTENANCEBy Allyson Sherrier, For Construction Pros04/28/2025Dive Brief: There are stark divides between howbuilders manage their profit marginsand how they retain available capital forsudden emergencies, according to a newreport from Billd, a financial solutionsfirm for subcontractors.Continue reading >CASH FLOW PROBLEMSCONTINUE TO PLAGUESUBCONTRACTORS:REPORTBy Metthew Thibault, ConstructionDive04/24/2025Copyright: Canva proAn economist warns that tariffs are creatinguncertainty over the construction industry,potentially impacting future projects andmaterial costs.Continue reading >'DON'T THINK YOU’REGOING TO BE IMMUNETO THESE TARIFFIMPACTS,' CHIEFECONOMIST WARNSBy Cooper Metts, Albuquerque Business First04/28/2025Copyright: Canva pro

BUILTENVIRONMENT106From the basic slasher system technology ofyesterday to the advanced, fully automatedcoil warehouses of today, new technologieshave revolutionized metalforming. With therising popularity of metal in constructionprojects, including walls and roofs,contractors are leveraging various levels ofautomation to manufacture materials in-house and improve their operations.Layers of automation include:Manual systems: Manual systems requireoperators to handle all aspects of coilprocessing, from positioning slitting knivesto measuring and cutting materials. Whilecost-effective for small-scale operations,these systems are labor-intensive and proneto human error.Continue reading >COIL PROCESSING ANDAUTOMATION INMETALFORMINGBy Chad Rowe, Metal Construction News04/15/2025Copyright: Canva procVolvo Construction Equipment unveiled itsbiggest and boldest articulated haulerlaunch to date. The new range is designed tomeet the modern-day need for connectedsolutions, productivity performance andemission reduction, with the human at thecenter.Volvo CE's update represents a completeoverhaul of its existing articulated haulerlineup, now ranging in size from A25-A60.Continue reading >VOLVO CONSTRUCTIONEQUIPMENT UNVEILSNEW LINEUP OFARTICULATED HAULERSBy Volvo Construction Equipment01/28/2025Copyright: Canva procCopyright: Canva proc

BUILTENVIRONMENT107Residents of Las Cruces and thesurrounding areas interested in learningmore about electric vehicles will have thechance to get behind the wheel during aspecial event Saturday, May 3 at NewMexico State University.The Electric Vehicle Event, sponsored by ElPaso Electric, will take place from 9 a.m. to 3p.m. in Parking Lot 100 South, located at3305 Williams Ave.Continue reading >ELECTRIC VEHICLEEVENT SET FOR MAY 3AT NMSUBy NMSU Newsroom04/29/2025Copyright: Canva proNEW MEXICO & NATIONALENERGY INDUSTRYEven though the average price of a gallon ofgasoline fell in communities elsewhere inNew Mexico last week, drivers in Santa Fewere paying more for fuel.Continue reading >AAA WEEKLY SURVEYSAYS GAS PRICESDOWN AGAIN IN SANTAFE, ACROSS STATEBy The Santa Fe New Mexican04/28/2025Hitachi Energy, a technology company thatprovides electrical grid infrastructure tocustomers in the utility, industry,transportation, data center andinfrastructure sectors, plans to expand itsoperations in Bland, Virginia. The $22.5million project is expected to create 120jobs. Continue reading >HITACHI ENERGYEXPANDS BLAND,VIRGINIA, PRODUCTIONOPERATIONSBy Area Development News Desk04/28/2025

BUILTENVIRONMENT108LOCATIONPROJECTS BIDDINGTOTAL ESTIMATED COSTNORTHERN NEW MEXICO78$20,611,613.00SOUTHERN NEW MEXICO43$127,068,536.00COLORADO18N/AOUTSIDE ADJACENT53$44,527,472.00TOTAL192$192,207,621.00CURRENTLY BIDDING PROJECTSPROJECT STATISTICSPROVIDED BY CONSTRUCTION REPORTER PLANROOM >TOP THREE MOST VIEWEDPROJECTS THIS WEEK2025-15DF Santa Clara Pueblo 4 Corners Water TreatmentPlant >2025-1882 ABE Wastewater Treatment PlantImprovements >2025-1DD3 Roswell Air Center Wastewater Extension >

BUILTENVIRONMENT109Albuquerque, NMHVAC & PLUMBING CONTRACTORASKING PRICE: $3,185,000CASH FLOW: $839,365EBITDA: NOT DISCLOSEDGROSS REVENUE: $8,076,443INVENTORY: $200,000FF&E: $500,245REAL ESTATE: NOT DISCLOSEDBusiness DescriptionIn business for over 25 years the ownership is looking totravel and retire. This a turn-key operation having all theequipment and staffing to build into the future. A new ownerwill be able to take over the on going backlog of work.The current ownership will transition the business to the newownership.About the BusinessYears in Operation: 28Number of Employees: 48Facilities & Assets: This business operates out of an ownedOffice Warehouse and yard.BUSINESS FOR SALEVIEW BUSINESS LISTING >

BUILTENVIRONMENT110LAS CRUCES COMMERCIAL PERMITSElectricalPlumbingAlterationMechanicalRe-roofCommercial NewAdditionsPERMIT NUMBER(CLICK TO VIEW)PERMIT LOCATIONISSUE DATEPERMIT OWNERBUILDINGCONTRACTOR25OC55023851510 AMADOR AveApril 24th1510 AMADOR LLCLAS CRUCES PLUMBING &GAS LLCPROJECT DESCRIPTION:Installation of water distribution, sewer line, gas yard line and pressure test for Units A & B GREEN HOUSE25OC60023834936 PEACHTREE HILLS RdApril 24thSIERRA NORTEDEVELOPMENT INCSUN CITY PLUMBING ANDHEATING INCPROJECT DESCRIPTION:4936 Peachtree Hills Rd BLDG A25OC65023554351 LOHMAN AveApril 23rdHTA-REGIONAL MEDICALCENTER MOB LLCEMT ELECTRIC LLCPROJECT DESCRIPTION:Add 22 new data drops with CAT5E.25OC6502362175 ROADRUNNER PkwyApril 23rdWSL LAS CRUCES LLCCARSON ELECTRIC LLCPROJECT DESCRIPTION:175 Roadrunner temp polePower to the Job trailer25OC6502378208 MOTEL BlvdApril 24thTCB VENTURESSONITROL OF EL PASOPROJECT DESCRIPTION:Landmark Mercantile 208 N. Motel Blvd Low Voltage Permit for Security Alarm SystemInstall a low voltage security alarm system and integrated access control to the Landmark Mercantile facility located 208 N. Motel Blvd in Las Cruces, New Mexico8800725CB15024393070 HARRELSON StApril 25thKENZIE ENTERPRISES LLCPROJECT DESCRIPTION:Build interior walls, ceilings, HVAC DUCT, ELECTRICAL. PLUMBING, DRYWALL, PAINT

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