NEWS

Jerome "Jerry" Harcar

May 26, 2020 News BRS Inc.

It is with heavy hearts that we share some sad news. Jerry Harcar, former BRS Historic Preservation Specialist, passed away from complications related to his fight with cancer. Read More

Here at BRS, we have been working remotely since before it was the cool (mandated) thing to do! We know it can be tough to transition and to find a new groove; therefore, we have pooled our collective minds to compile a list of tips and tricks for all of those who are new to working from home. Read More

Planning for Farmland Preservation

March 18, 2020 Farmland Preservation, News BRS Inc.

Planning for the continued success of local agriculture is important because of its value to food systems, local economies, the environment, quality of life, and as we are learning, protection against supply chain disruptions. Read More

Opportunities for Brownfields in Opportunity Zones

February 7, 2020 Brownfields, News, Opportunity Zone BRS Inc.

The US Treasury released new regulations that addressed many of the concerns that were raised about the program's inclusion of brownfield sites. Read More

Sustainability through Workforce Development Strategies

December 6, 2019 News, Policy, Sustainability and Resiliency, Workforce Development BRS Inc.

Discussions of “sustainability” often center on the environment; however, sustainability goes beyond that. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, sustainability encompasses not only environmental systems, but also social and economic systems. Read More

Revitalizing Your Historic Cemetery

November 4, 2019 Historic Preservation, News BRS Inc.

Public, non-sectarian places to bury the dead are a relatively recent addition to the urban landscape in the United States. Recent interest and reinvestment in urban areas, many communities find that their historic cemeteries are underutilized cultural and recreational resources and seek to revitalize these spaces for the 21st century. Read More

Childcare Challenges

September 6, 2019 Childcare, News BRS Inc.

Affordable high quality child care is an issue not only for working parents but for employers of all sectors needing to fill its workforce needs and regions wanting to promote economic development in their communities. Read More

Reinforcing our Shorelines

August 9, 2019 Flooding Prevention, Green Infrastructure, News, Sustainability and Resiliency BRS Inc.

As climate change erodes shorelines and the threat of increased storms and hurricanes continues to rise, there are tools available to stabilize and strengthen our coastlines. Read More

Happy Summer!

July 5, 2019 Happy Summer, News BRS Inc.

Happy Summer! We hope everyone has a happy and safe holiday weekend... and tries this delicious drink! Read More

Federal Procurement Tips

May 3, 2019 Funding, Grants, News BRS Inc.

In 2018, the procurement guidelines of the Uniform Guidance (UG), 2 C.F.R 200 Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards was updated in by the Office of Management and Budget to increase thresholds for both the simplified acquisition costs and micro purchases. Read More

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