They are an important part of the infrastructure toolkit, but they can't replace tax-exempt debt.
In the U.S., a total of more than $10.5 million was raised by more than 1,200 civic crowdfunding campaigns since 2010.
New ICMA-GFOA report offers recommendations for local government managers considering the use of alternative infrastructure financing options.
New ICMA/GFOA report offers recommendations on using alternative infrastructure financing options.
This ICMA/GFOA white paper explores how local governments are addressing the challenge of bridging infrastructure financing gaps.