I'am pleased to introduce you to Rebuilding America’s Infrastructure (RAI), an exciting new publication from Stagnito Media, the publisher of CE News and Structural Engineer. With a new website, e-newsletter, and magazine, this venture is poised to be the go-to resource for bridge and road designers and consultants, department of transportation (DOT) leaders, and others engaged in the bridge and road industry. Produced by editors you already know — who will be supported by an editorial board of industry insiders — we guarantee you’ll be pleased with the targeted coverage offered in this integrated media suite. And the timing couldn’t be better, as the U.S. government and public are finally recognizing and addressing the dilapidated and insufficient infrastructure that transportation professionals so desperately want to improve.

The first component and the heart of RAI is a dynamic website offering daily updates and abundant resources. RebuildingAmericasInfrastructure.com won’t just report news about funding announcements, DOT activities, or projects; it will interpret the news for you. We’ll work to answer the question, “How will this news affect society, your business, your projects, or your career?” But it doesn’t stop there. You’ll be able to participate by commenting on stories, submitting questions about funding and policy, listing your product or service, or getting involved with an online network. Bookmark the website and watch for many enhancements in the coming months.

The second component is a free electronic newsletter that you can sign up for at RebuildingAmericasInfrastructure.com. The e-newsletter will highlight the most influential and interesting stories of the week, recommend links to resources so you can learn more, and present topical polls and other interactive content so you can keep your finger on the industry’s pulse.

The third component of the brand is this quarterly print magazine, which is sent to subscribers of CE News and Structural Engineer who work on bridges or roads. A smart and accessible publication, it is crafted to educate you about funding and policy decisions affecting bridge and road projects; deliver news about research and development of innovative design and construction techniques, as well as new materials; and showcase model projects. It will present high-quality technical articles about bridge and road design, management, and construction, and will keep you informed about specified products, software solutions, and more.

RAI magazine will also present various voices from the industry. You’ll read the opinions and advice of transportation firm leaders, acclaimed authors, public representatives, and others who will share thought-provoking takes on the state of the industry, policy decisions, and the business of bridge and road engineering.

Today the nation is embarking on a new journey, one that leads to the rebuilding of our bridges and roads. As transportation professionals, you understand the magnitude and impact this effort will have toward protecting our citizens and visitors, revitalizing our economy, and uplifting our spirits. The RAI team looks forward to traveling this exciting new road with you.

Issue and website highlights:

• Learn what your peers think about the state of the transportation industry on page 12.
• Check out the RAI Newsblog for the latest updates on DOT activities and projects in the news.
• Get the facts about the stimulus package on page 16 and in our website’s Funding & Policy section.

Shanon Fauerbach, P.E., sfauerbach@stagnitomedia.com