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D.C. Council Approves $3.7B Commanders Stadium and Development Deal

The D.C. Council approved a $3.7 billion deal to bring the Washington Commanders back to the RFK Stadium site, clearing the way for a new 65,000-seat football stadium and mixed-use development along the Anacostia River. The project includes $1 billion in taxpayer...

California Greenlights $20 Billion Funding for High-Speed Rail Project

California lawmakers have approved a plan to provide up to $20 billion in new funding for the state’s high-speed rail project, after President Trump pulled funding from the effort. The money, drawn largely from Cap-and-Trade revenues, will help complete the initial...

Civic Development Podcast #3: P3s Unplugged with Thomas John, Seth Miller Gabriel and Jeremy Ebie

Episode #3: P3s Unplugged: Insights from the Washington DC Streetlights Project Three infrastructure insiders join us to break down the Washington DC Streetlights P3 Project, a case study of innovative thinking in urban development. The panelists share their insights...

Kentucky, Indiana Approve $933 Million I-69 Bridge Project

The Kentucky Public Transportation Infrastructure Authority and Indiana reached an agreement to move forward with the $933 million I-69 bridge over the Ohio River. Kentucky will financing, planning, and construction of the bridge, with costs shared equally between the...

$240 Million P3 Deal Brings Student Housing to Palm Beach Atlantic University

A $240 million public-private partnership between Gilbane and Palm Beach Atlantic University will bring a 25-story, mixed-use student housing tower to downtown West Palm Beach. The project includes 990 student beds, a dining hall, fitness center, and parking...

New Indiana Law Paves Way for Tolls, Rail Investment, Local Road Funding

Indiana has become the first state to authorize tolling on all interstate highways, allowing officials to seek federal waivers without additional legislative steps. The law also offers tax credits for private rail investments and gives counties new ways to fund road...

MO Gov. Kehoe Signs $1.5 Billion Stadium Incentive Package to Keep Royals, Chiefs

Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe has signed off on a $1.5 billion stadium incentive package aimed at keeping the Kansas City Royals and Chiefs from relocating across the state line. The plan would cover up to 50% of stadium costs using tax revenue generated by the teams,...

Illinois Tollway Board Greenlights $2 Billion Seven-Year Capital Plan to Revamp State Roadways

In an effort to address the state's infrastructure needs, the Illinois Tollway board of directors recently approved a $2 billion, seven-year capital plan, 'Bridging the Future,' to support ongoing infrastructure investments and modernization efforts for the five...

Westfield, Indiana Approves $184M P3 Agreement for Grand Park Sports Campus

The Westfield City Council has entered into a 30-year, $184 million public-private partnership with Grand Park Sports & Entertainment to manage and develop the 400-acre Grand Park Sports Campus in Indiana. Under the agreement, Grand Park Sports &...

Fast-growing cities have high demand for private sector contracting partners

by Mary Scott Nabers The U.S. is experiencing a significant surge in population growth in certain regions, increasing the demand for enhancing or expanding basic infrastructure. Public officials in high–growth regions struggle to expand housing, water, roadways,...

NY Gov. Taps Experts to Assist Communities In Planning Water Infrastructure Projects

Mar 17, 2023 | Infrastructure, Uncategorized, Water

Assistance is coming to small, rural, and disadvantaged communities in New York, as Gov. Hochul announced the launch of outreach events to connect the communities with necessary resources for water infrastructure improvements. Under the initiative, Community...

As Chicago Bears Eye New Stadium, Community Concerned About Gridlock

Mar 16, 2023 | Infrastructure, Stadiums, Uncategorized

Following the announcement that the Chicago Bears may be building a new stadium in Arlington Park, towns in the area voiced concerns about the infrastructure problems and traffic congestion that the construction project may cause. While the move to the area sparked...

FAA: $1 Billion Awarded to 99 Airports for Infrastructure Projects

Mar 15, 2023 | Airports, Infrastructure, Uncategorized

With the goal of assisting US airports in managing the rising volume of travelers, about $1 billion will be distributed to 99 airports nationwide through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, according to the US Federal Aviation Agency. These awards are in addition to...

RANKINGS: Which Sports Stadiums Give Fans the Best Value?

Feb 28, 2023 | Infrastructure, Stadiums, Uncategorized

CivMetrics collects key data for sports stadiums in the United States. In this post, we look at the cost per win for 100+ major US sports teams. For questions about our data, or to request data, please contact [email protected]. Data is collected from public...

Ticket to Nowhere: Average Fares at the 100 Smallest Airports in the U.S.

Feb 14, 2023 | Airports, Uncategorized

CivMetrics collects key data for airports in the United States. In this post, we look at average fare data for Q3 2022 at the 100 smallest US airports. For questions about our data, or to request data, please contact [email protected]. Data is from the Bureau...

RANKING: Average Fares at the 100 Busiest Airports in the U.S.

Feb 14, 2023 | Airports, Uncategorized

CivMetrics collects key data for airports in the United States. In this post, we look at average fare data for Q3 2022 at the 100 busiest US airports. For questions about our data, or to request data, please contact [email protected]. Data is from the Bureau...

RANKING: The Most Expensive Airports in the U.S.

Feb 14, 2023 | Airports, Rankings, Uncategorized

CivMetrics collects key data for airports in the United States. In this post, we look at average fare data for Q3 2022 at all US airports. For questions about our data, or to request data, please contact [email protected]. Data is from the Bureau of...

Phoenix Gets Wireless Infrastructure Upgrades Ahead of Super Bowl 57

Feb 6, 2023 | Infrastructure, Stadiums, Uncategorized

As Super Bowl 57 fast approaches, there are several things Phoenix is planning to do in order to ensure a memorable watching experience for the fans, including wireless infrastructure upgrades. Although the State Farm Stadium is located in the nearby city of Glendale,...

South Carolina State University Asks for $209 Million from Legislature for Campus Infrastructure Improvements

Feb 5, 2023 | Higher Education, Infrastructure, Uncategorized

The president of South Carolina State University has asked the state for a $209 million budget for the 2023–2024 fiscal year that will be used to finance five capital projects to replace and improve the university's aging facilities. It has been thirty years since the...

Minnesota Gov. Walz Proposes $3.3 Billion Financing for State Infrastructure

Feb 4, 2023 | Infrastructure, Uncategorized

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz recently unveiled a budget proposal for Minnesota's infrastructure, revealing that it will include $3.3 billion in financing that will go towards the state's infrastructure. The funds would be allocated towards different projects, including...

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