Across the United States, government officials in all jurisdictions are quietly publishing multi-year Capital Improvement Plans (CIPs) — roadmaps that translate long-range community visions into shovel-ready projects. A typical CIP spans four to ten years, ranking...
There are several types of bond options that government officials can use to secure funding for major capital projects. Each of the different options balance repayment security, funding sources, and investor risk. It’s important to understand the different types of...
Over the past four months, Georgia, Tennessee, and Louisiana have emerged as the nation’s most active adopters of public-private partnerships (P3s), which are often referred to as comprehensive development initiatives (CDIs) for large infrastructure projects. Federal...
In mid-2025, data shows the annualized rate of the U.S. construction spending for public safety in the U.S. to be approximately $19.35 billion. That number includes both new construction, renovation and repair projects, representing near-record highs heading into...
Across America, cities are teeing up billions in funding for hard infrastructure, digital upgrades, sustainability and climate resilience projects. Municipal planning documents signal a multi-year construction cycle that folds in law enforcement, new municipal...
State budgets for FY 2026 share a striking set of priorities. Almost all are channeling major resources into long-term infrastructure strategies, especially transportation networks, water supply systems, broadband expansion, and energy resilience. Already, New York...
