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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...

$370M Microchip Facility to Boost Louisiana Economy, Add 300 Jobs

Radiance Technologies will invest $370 million to build a secure microchip research and manufacturing plant in Ruston, Louisiana. Backed by nearly $37 million in state support, the project is expected to create 150 direct jobs and 149 additional indirect positions....

Hyundai Raises U.S. Investment to $26 Billion

Hyundai Motor Group will boost its U.S. investment to $26 billion over the next four years, targeting steel, automotive, and robotics production. The plan includes a new low-carbon steel plant in Louisiana, increasing U.S. car production to 1.2 million units annually,...

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...

Civic Development Podcast #1: The Big Beautiful Bill and Affordable Housing in the 2nd Trump Administration with David Gasson

Episode #1 David Gasson of MG Housing Strategies joins us to break down everything affordable housing professionals need to know about the state of play in the 119th Congress and the 2nd Trump Administration. * The episode begins with a discussion on the 2nd Trump...

GE Appliances to Invest $490 Million in Louisville, Kentucky Washer Plant

GE Appliances announced a $490 million investment to build its most advanced washer manufacturing plant at its Louisville, Kentucky headquarters, reshoring production from China and creating 800 new full-time jobs. The move strengthens Kentucky’s role as a hub for...

US Jobless Claims Climb Sharply, Highest Since 2021

Recurring jobless claims in the U.S. climbed to their highest level since November 2021, pointing to a labor market where unemployed workers are taking longer to find new jobs. Initial claims, however, dipped, which together with the increase in recurring claims...

$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,...

SPC Group Expands in Texas with $165 Million Food Production Facility

Feb 4, 2025 | Economic Development, Finance - Economic Development

SPC Group, the parent company of Paris Baguette, is expanding its presence in North America as it invests $165 million to build a 267,000-square-foot production facility in Burleson, Texas. Supported by $10 million in local tax breaks, the food manufacturing plant...

Alabama Allocates $40 Million for Road and Bridge Projects

Feb 1, 2025 | Finance - Infrastructure, Finance - Public Projects/Construction, Infrastructure, Transportation

Alabama will soon see major upgrades to its transportation infrastructure, as Governor Kay Ivey announced a $40 million investment in road and bridge projects across the state. Made possible through the Alabama Transportation Rehabilitation and Improvement Program-II...

EDA Awards $64M Tax Credit for Jersey City’s Bayfront Housing Development

Feb 1, 2025 | Affordable Housing, Economic Development, Finance - Economic Development, Finance - Infrastructure, Infrastructure

The first phase of Jersey City’s Bayfront housing project is advancing after the Economic Development Authority approved a $64 million tax credit award under the Aspire program. The Bayfront Promenade will add 210 rental units, with 74 designated as affordable...

Orlando International Airport Rolls Out $650M Baggage System Upgrades

Feb 1, 2025 | Airports, Finance - Infrastructure, Infrastructure

Orlando International Airport is investing over $650 million in upgrading its Baggage Handling System infrastructure. This renovation is taking place as the facility experiences record growth, with the airport serving 60 million passengers last year and handling an...

Utah County Commits $78 Million to Expand Provo Airport

Feb 1, 2025 | Airports, Finance - Infrastructure, Infrastructure

Provo Airport is set for a major upgrade after Utah County approved an interlocal agreement with Provo City, committing $78 million to its expansion. The county will provide $19.5 million upfront and $3.9 million annually for the next 15 years to finance the...

Granite Construction Wins $71M Contract to Expand Fort Bliss Rail Yard in Texas

Jan 29, 2025 | Finance - Infrastructure, Infrastructure, Procurement

Granite Construction has been awarded a $71 million contract by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to upgrade and expand the rail yard at Fort Bliss in El Paso, Texas. The project, set to begin in February 2025, includes upgrades such as new loading spurs, an expanded...

Montana Senate Opens Investigation Over Senator’s $170K Contracts

Jan 29, 2025 | Procurement

The Montana Senate has unanimously voted to open an ethics investigation into Sen. Jason Ellsworth after a report from the Legislative Audit Division revealed that he signed illegal contracts worth $170,100 with a business associate and former employee Bryce Eggleston...

Pennsylvania Bans Contractor, Orders Restitution & Civil Penalties

Jan 29, 2025 | Infrastructure, Legal - Infrastructure, Procurement

Attorney General Michelle Henry has announced that Vincent Vince, owner of Independent Construction Builders in Shavertown, has been banned from home improvement work in Pennsylvania and ordered to pay $79,000 in restitution to customers for uncompleted work, and...

Virginia Selects Long Bridge Rail Partners as Design-Builder for $2.3B Rail Project

Jan 29, 2025 | Finance - Infrastructure, Finance - Public Projects/Construction, Infrastructure, Procurement

The Virginia Passenger Rail Authority (VPRA) has selected the joint venture Long Bridge Rail Partners as the design-builder for the south package of its $2.3-billion Long Bridge Project, advancing plans to expand rail infrastructure in the state. Expected to be...

Cleveland City Council Seeks to Amend Riverfront TIF Term and Define Infrastructure Plan

Jan 29, 2025 | Credits and Incentives, Finance - Incentives, TIFs

Cleveland’s City Council is requesting an amendment to the riverfront tax increment financing (TIF) district that would specify the exact locations of infrastructure work and extend its TIF term from 30 to 42 years. The most controversial aspect of the amendment is...

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