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Initiative Overview
A New Way of Working for Cities
Case Studies
Urban Institute Report: Civic Assets for More Equitable Cities
Understand how public space investments provide your city with tangible social, economic and environmental benefits.
Measuring the Civic Commons
DIY Tools
Baseline Metrics Reports
Interim Metrics Reports
Learn from public space leaders breaking new ground in design, operations and management.
Investing with Intention: Civic Engagement
Investing with Intention: Socioeconomic Mixing
Place Driving Equity: Evidence-based action guide
Value Capture in the Commons
Common Goals, Different Approaches
Civic Commons: A Design Strategy Booklet