City and county leaders throughout America are investing heavily in upgrading local parks and recreation assets. They are transforming aging facilities into modern, multi-use public spaces that enhance quality of life environments for citizens and stimulate local economies. This is more than a passing trend. According to the 2025 Trust for Public Land’s ParkScore Index, this […]
As 2026 approaches, transit-oriented development (TOD) continues to gain traction in cities throughout America. Federal funding support is holding steady, and new financing tools are available to broaden the field for planners, builders, and public agencies. The Federal Transit Administration’s Pilot Program for TOD project planning remains funded for fiscal year 2026 and larger federal programs, such as the Capital Investment Grants and […]
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 data show that P3 financing reached $77.5 billion in 2024 and is still climbing, while new allocations and investor […]
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 2026. With no slowdown in momentum in sight for law enforcement, corrections, and emergency services infrastructure spending, […]
We are living through a time that in later years may be referred to as a generational reinvestment era. America’s most critical infrastructure is being rebuilt, restructured, expanded and sustainably upgraded for future generations. Decades old water and power infrastructure is rapidly being rebuilt in America. Water distribution systems, pipes, and treatment plants are deteriorating, […]
There is the usual type of data and research…and then there is research so unique it is difficult to find. The Strategic Partnerships Team has never been interested in providing ordinary research and data. Instead, the team pushes beyond the norm – always –tracking funding of every type from every jurisdiction. We also research new […]
Here’s a bit of advice for government contracting companies from a team of former government executives. The issues covered and the questions answered are ones that the Strategic Partnerships Team is asked about often – even by experienced sales execs. I’m sharing this advice because the public sector market can be daunting, and the guidance […]