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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,...

Buy America Requirements Waived Until July 2024 for EV Charging Infrastructure

Mar 22, 2023 | Infrastructure, Uncategorized

The requirement of procuring domestic construction materials that will be used to build electric vehicle chargers is temporarily relaxed, as the Buy America restrictions have been waived by the Federal Highway Administration until July 2024. According to the...

Richmond and Norfolk to Receive $2,950,000 for Transportation Infrastructure

Mar 21, 2023 | Infrastructure, Transportation, Uncategorized

Through the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Reconnecting Communities Pilot grant program (RCP), Norfolk and Richmond will be receiving $2,950,000 to reconnect communities to economic opportunities by improving transportation infrastructure. As reported in the...

EPA Announces $14 Million in Clear Water Funds for Alaska

Mar 20, 2023 | Infrastructure, Uncategorized, Water

Following a recent announcement by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, communities in Alaska can soon anticipate access to improved water infrastructure and safer drinking water, as the state will receive more than $13,887,000 from the Clean Water State...

Flash Update: Unemployment Rate in All 50 States (Mar 2023 Release)

Mar 20, 2023 | Flash Update - Employment, Labor, Uncategorized, Unemployment

CivMetrics collects key employment data for the largest cities in the United States. In this post, we look at new data on unemployment rates in every state. For questions about our data, or to request data, please contact [email protected]. Data is from the...

Flash Update: Inflation in Major Cities (Mar 2023 Release)

Mar 20, 2023 | Flash Update - Inflation, Inflation, Uncategorized

CivMetrics collects key economic data for the largest cities in the United States. In this post, we look at the latest CPI release and the 13 cities tracked in this release. For questions about our data, or to request data, please contact [email protected]....

Flash Update: Unemployment Rate in Every Metro (March 2023 Release)

Mar 20, 2023 | Flash Update - Employment, Labor, Uncategorized, Unemployment

CivMetrics collects key employment data for the largest cities in the United States. In this post, we look at new data on unemployment rates in US metro areas. For questions about our data, or to request data, please contact [email protected]. Data is from...

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...

USDA Awards $27 Million to Cambridge for Water Infrastructure Initiatives

Mar 14, 2023 | Uncategorized, Water

The U.S. Department of Agriculture is awarding $27 million to the Village of Cambridge through the Water and Disposal Loan and Grant Program. The funding will be used for a new sewer collection system and treatment plan. As News10 ABC has reported: “On behalf of the...

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