Economic Development

Sales Tax Could be the Key to Alleviate Revenue Shortfalls

Government entities in the Greater Houston region are increasingly struggling to provide urban-level services to all residents, particularly those in unincorporated suburban areas. Raising or allowing high-growth urban counties to collect sales tax could improve the provision of public services to all residents.

The Disconnect Between Where Houston-Area Residents Live and Work

A new study examines commuting patterns and finds spatial mismatch burdens aren't shared equally.

How Elizabeth Currid-Halkett Tracks the Creative Economy in America

The creative economy operates its business in a unique way and supporting that and the futures of artists is important for the development of a city.

Cities Team Up To Tackle Urban Challenges With Data

Through the National Neighborhood Indicators Partnership, cities explore how to confront common challenges with data.

Kinder Institute Luncheon 2018

Stephen Klineberg presented the 37th annual Kinder Houston Area Survey, which tracked not only the transformations of our great city, but also how residents' views changed in the wake of Hurricane Harvey. This year's event honored Angela Blanchard, long-time leader of BakerRipley,

Kinder Houston Area Survey: 2018 Results

37th annual Kinder Houston Area Survey

Urban Review: Black-White Wealth Gap Myths, Policing Pollution and The Starbucks Problem

This week, a breakdown of the myths behind many of the common explanations and proceed fixes for the black-white wealth gap, a plea for less pollution and more.

The Eight Elements of a Successful Innovation District

With a major renovation in the works, Houston's new innovation district should seek to have these characteristics.

How To Test Your Economic Development Strategy

The truth is that when you lure a business to town, more likely than not you’re renting those jobs.

With New Opportunity Zones, A Tool For Change Brings Questions

With the designation of 628 Opportunity Zones across Texas, what might this mean for revitalization in the Houston area?

Sustainable Cities Need More Than Parks, Cafes and a Riverwalk

The Conversation | Green cities and green gentrification are two different things.

In Houston, When the Growth Slowed, A Deeper Problem Emerged

2016 was a tough year for Houston. How tough? A new national report sheds some light on growth, prosperity and inclusion.

Changes Bigger Than Self-Driving Cars Headed to a City Near You

Governing | Online shopping and the automation of jobs are going to transform cities.

Welcome to Acres Homes. Acres Home. Acreage Homes?

A community in transition contemplates its future and its name.

Urban Review: Stricter Development Regulations Post-Harvey, Affordable Housing Concerns and Bringing Amazon to Texas

This week’s roundup includes more on affordable housing concerns across the country, new regulations proposed in the wake of Harvey and what bringing Amazon to Texas might mean.