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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,...

Flash Update: Employment in Every Metro (Q3 2024 Release)

Mar 13, 2025 | Flash Update - Employment, Flash Updates

CivMetrics collects key economic data for the largest cities in the United States. In this post, we look at the latest employment data for the largest counties in the United States. For questions about our data, or to request data, please...

Flash Update: Weekly Wages in Every Metro (Q3 2024 Release)

Mar 13, 2025 | Flash Updates, Wages

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

Flash Update: Inflation in Major Cities (March 2025 Release)

Mar 13, 2025 | Flash Update - Inflation, Flash Updates, Inflation

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 12 cities tracked in this release. For questions about our data, or to request data, please contact [email protected]....

Flash Update: FHFA Home Prices in Every Metro (Q4 2024 Release)

Mar 12, 2025 | FHPA Home Prices, Flash Updates, Housing

CivMetrics collects key real estate data for the largest cities in the United States. In this post, we look at new FHFA home price data for every metro. For questions about our data, or to request data, please contact [email protected]. Data is from the...

Bossier City Council Greenlights $130 Million Five-Year Infrastructure Development Plan

Mar 12, 2025 | Finance - Infrastructure, Finance - Public Projects/Construction, Infrastructure, Transportation

The Bossier City Council approved a $130 million, five-year capital projects plan to guide construction-related improvements across various departments in Louisiana, with major investments targeting water system upgrades, sewer projects, transportation, and street...

Kansas City, MO Approves Funding for $300 Million Parade Park Homes Redevelopment

Mar 12, 2025 | Affordable Housing, Finance - Specialty Housing

More affordable housing units are coming to Kansas City, Missouri, following the passage of an ordinance approving funding for the $300 million redevelopment of Parade Park Homes. The project, led by Flaherty & Collins Properties and Twelfth Street Heritage...

$300 Million Proposal Aims to Transform Five Abandoned State Properties Across Illinois

Mar 12, 2025 | Economic Development, Finance - Economic Development

Governor JB Pritzker has unveiled a $300 million plan for the redevelopment of five unused state properties, including the long-abandoned Dwight Correctional Center, the Jacksonville Developmental Center, the Lincoln Developmental Center, the H. Douglas Singer Mental...

Houston, TX to Transform George R. Brown Convention Center with $2 Billion Redevelopment

Mar 12, 2025 | Economic Development, Finance - Economic Development

Houston, Texas, is set to transform its downtown area with a $2 billion redevelopment of the George R. Brown Convention Center (GRB), aiming to solidify its status as a global hub for sports, entertainment, and tourism. Scheduled for completion by 2038, this...

Alpena, Michigan Greenlights Development and TIF Plan for $47 Million Senior Housing Project

Mar 9, 2025 | Finance - Specialty Housing, Senior Housing

A development plan and Tax Increment Financing (TIF) plan have recently been approved by the City of Alpena, Michigan, for a new $47 million senior housing project, which will be called The Gardens of Alpena Senior Living Community. The community will feature 128...

New $145M, 1,000 Bed Residence Hall at UT Austin

Mar 9, 2025 | Finance - Specialty Housing, Student Housing

A new $145 million student housing project is coming to The University of Texas at Austin, with Balfour Beatty Campus Solutions chosen as the developer, Andres as the general contractor, and Clark Nexsen & Levy Dykema as the architects. Set to open in Fall 2027,...

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