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CivMetrics believes in measuring and presenting critical data, information and documents regarding local development, construction and governance. Our data covers selected critical types of community development, construction and programs. CivMetrics also seeks to provide macro context along with the micro details. See our actionable data and information regarding local economics, demographics, and market conditions. This includes data, RFPs, financing documents and other information on housing, labor, business conditions and demographics. Select any of the CivMetrics targeted topics for updated data, developments and directories.
CivMetrics Data, Documents and News
CivMetrics collects critical data, information and documents regarding local development, construction and governance. See our actional data and documents, including RFPs, financing documents and the latest stats on local metrics such as housing, labor, demographics and business conditions. Select a CivMetrics topic below for target data and documents.
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Development & Housing
Local development, housing and construction projects, including large public construction projects.
Economics
Data on employment, inflation, labor markets, local GDP, housing, and other critical measures of local economic and business conditions.
Infrastructure
Large infrastructure, such as airports, transit, ports, stadiums and other large scale projects.
Incentives
Credits and incentives in connection with new local development, expansion or company relocations.
Civic Services
Non-profit and government services, including large private service organizations, cultural institutions, and units of local government.
People & Livability
Demographics and livability information, such as crime, weather, pollution, health, and other quality-of-life measures.
Latest News
![The High Price of Grift: More Corrupt States Have Higher Debt](https://civmetrics.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/money-rolled_4460x4460-1080x675.jpg)
The High Price of Grift: More Corrupt States Have Higher Debt
Here’s why you should care more about corruption in your local statehouse, these crooked politicians are taking money right out of your pocket. States with more corrupt officials are taking on more public debt than states with less corrupt officials. Guess who will...
![State Secrets on the Cloud: AWS Launches New Region for Classified Data, Opening Door to U.S. Intelligence Agencies](https://civmetrics.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/warren-wong-238678-1080x675.jpg)
State Secrets on the Cloud: AWS Launches New Region for Classified Data, Opening Door to U.S. Intelligence Agencies
Aimed at improving intelligence gathering and ensuring a more friction-free transmission of vital information, the recent launch of Amazon Web Services (AWS) new Secret Region for the handling of classified government data is seen enhancing the United States’...
![Smarter Streets: Maryland Gives Green Light to A.I. to Ease Traffic Congestion](https://civmetrics.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/tim-gouw-128115-1080x675.jpg)
Smarter Streets: Maryland Gives Green Light to A.I. to Ease Traffic Congestion
Some of the worst traffic in the United States are found around Washington D.C. But perhaps change is on the way.
![Lawmakers Bet Millions That Tech Can Stop Physical White House Security Breaches](https://civmetrics.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/jacob-morch-357120-1080x675.jpg)
Lawmakers Bet Millions That Tech Can Stop Physical White House Security Breaches
Last October 18, a man dressed in a yellow Pikachu suit climbed a concrete barrier on the outer perimeter of the White House. The 36-year old was immediately arrested by Secret Service members. Combs said he only wanted to make a viral Youtube video. Less amusing was...
![Homeland Security Tells Agencies to Get Stronger on Cyber Security](https://civmetrics.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/kevin-364843-1080x675.jpg)
Homeland Security Tells Agencies to Get Stronger on Cyber Security
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is cracking down on the porous security of federal agency websites and email systems. A “Binding Operational Directive” issued by the DHS in October requires all federal agencies to upgrade security for their web and email...
People Moves: Top Tech Officials In NYC, Washington D.C. Are Moving On
Several prominent public technology officials have recently announced their intention to leave office. New York City's Director of Innovation Leaving for World Economic Forum New York City Director of Innovation Jeff Merritt is to move across the country to San...
![How Analytics Are Helping The U.S.’ Second-Biggest County Fight Tax Fraud](https://civmetrics.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/natasha-taylor-188224-1080x675.jpg)
How Analytics Are Helping The U.S.’ Second-Biggest County Fight Tax Fraud
Cook County has also deployed new tax monitoring technologies to check-up on the returns filed by its 5 million residents.
![Mathematica, TRI Get $10 Million to Research, Test Teen Pregnancy Prevention Programs](https://civmetrics.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/pexels-photo-256491-1-1080x675.jpeg)
Mathematica, TRI Get $10 Million to Research, Test Teen Pregnancy Prevention Programs
Seeking a more “scientific and data-driven” approach to teen pregnancy, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has brought in private research firms Mathematica Policy Research and RTI International . The two research firms will be part of a $10 million...
![In Virginia, School Evaluation Soon To Go Beyond Test Scores](https://civmetrics.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/kelli-tungay-324329-1080x675.jpg)
In Virginia, School Evaluation Soon To Go Beyond Test Scores
Virginia may de-emphasize the weight of standardized test scores in school evaluation starting in the 2018-19 school year.
![Libraries Using New Tools to Measure, Monitor Success](https://civmetrics.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/kimberly-farmer-287677-1080x675.jpg)
Libraries Using New Tools to Measure, Monitor Success
Libraries at universities around the country are using data to measure the outcome they have on students. And it’s not just for boosting librarians’ egos.
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