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The latest local trends, news and insights on infrastructure, economic development, housing and economics.

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,...

DATA: Housing Costs (As % of Income) in the Largest Metros

Oct 3, 2022 | Uncategorized

CivMetrics collects key real estate data for the largest cities in the United States. In this post, we look at new data on monthly housing costs as a percentage of income in large US cities. For questions about our data, or to request data, please contact...

DATA: Housing Costs in the Largest Metros

Oct 3, 2022 | Housing, Real Estate, Uncategorized

CivMetrics collects key real estate data for the largest cities in the United States. In this post, we look at new data on monthly housing costs in large US cities. For questions about our data, or to request data, please contact [email protected]. Data is...

NY Governor Allocates $232 Million for Drinking Water and Sewer Infrastructure Projects

Sep 25, 2022 | Infrastructure, Uncategorized, Water

Water infrastructure projects across New York are getting additional funding after Governor Kathy Hochul recently announced a $232 million investment on sewer infrastructure projects and public water systems. The funding includes short-term financing that will give...

Pharr TxDOT Receives $2.5 Billion for Highway Projects

Sep 24, 2022 | Infrastructure, Transportation, Uncategorized

The Texas Transportation Commission has allocated $2.5 billion in state funding to the district office of the Texas Department of Transportation in Pharr which will be utilized for engineering projects, road designs, acquisitions of right-of-way, and environmental...

NYC Grocery Chain Secures $110 Million in Infrastructure Funding

Sep 23, 2022 | Infrastructure, Uncategorized

Modernization efforts in Bronx continue as $110 million from the bipartisan infrastructure bill would go toward Hunts Point Produce Market, an important link in New York's food supply chain that has been operating for almost 50 years. The package will be used to...

Local Govs Prioritize Highway Expansion Projects, Veering From Federal Guidance: Study

Sep 22, 2022 | Infrastructure, Transportation, Uncategorized

A recent study, released by U.S. Public Interest Research Group, finds that states continue to propose and start more highway expansion projects – a deviation from the the federal guidance to finance more eco-friendly initiatives like bike lanes. While $1 trillion...

DOT Rolls Out $900 Million for EV Charging Infrastructure

Sep 21, 2022 | Infrastructure, Uncategorized

The US Department of Transportation recently announced that 34 states and Puerto Rico are set to get a cut of the $900 million funds allotted for building electric vehicle charging infrastructures. According to DOT's National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure plan,...

EPA Awards $1.1 Billion to 18 States for Water Infrastructure Projects

Sep 20, 2022 | Infrastructure, Uncategorized, Water

Late last week, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced that $1.1 billion in funding has been awarded to 18 states through the State Revolving Fund which will be used by recipients to finance water infrastructure projects. The 18 states are just the first...

No Discipline for Some Census Takers Who Entered False Data, Report Says

Sep 20, 2022 | Census, Uncategorized

The 2020 Census continues to face challenges as a U.S. Commerce Department watchdog group recently released a report on census takers who were neither fired nor disciplined despite falsifying data in the 2020 count. The result: undercounts of students at colleges and...

Junior High School Becomes $20 Million Museum of Contemporary Art

Sep 2, 2022 | Cultural Institutions, Uncategorized

The Randall Junior High School building is undergoing a $20 million renovation as it becomes the new site for Rubell Museum DC, which will open its doors to the public on October 29. The classrooms and auditorium that have been converted to galleries will house...

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