Energy & Environment

Given the challenges facing New York’s nuclear energy industry, the state may fall short of meeting federal Clean Power Plan emissions reduction targets. [Politico New York]

Connecticut budget cuts are leading to closures and reduced services in CT state parks. [CT Mirror]

Community Development & Design

An ideas competition for the New York State Pavillion sponsored by Queens Borough President Katz has drawn more than 250 creative submissions reimagining the landmark. [Wall Street Journal]

Plans to develop nearly 3,000 units of affordable housing across New York state have been put in jeopardy due to failed negotiations between Gov. Cuomo and state legislators. [New York Daily News]

Developers scramble to meet the housing needs of New York City’s aging population. [Wall Street Journal]

Transportation

New Jersey Governor Chris Christie ordered a stop on all Transportation Trust Fund infrastructure projects until new legislation for the fund is passed. [Politico New York]

New York City’s sidewalks are so packed, pedestrians are taking to the streets. [New York Times]

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