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Tax increment financing (TIF) is a tool intended to provide cities with funds to redevelop economically troubled or declining areas. Unfortunately, it can also be...
Jan 16, 2012 Report
Washington state debuted its online checkbook last week, joining the Transparency 2.0 movement and giving Evergreen Staters the ability to monitor many aspects of government...
Jan 11, 2012 Blog PostFrom city halls to Capitol Hill, Frontier Group’s research lent critical support to campaigns on issues ranging from government accountability to global warming, while also...
Dec 14, 2011 Blog PostFrontier Group's new report about the potential pitfalls associated with privatizing traffic law enforcement is receiving national media attention.
Oct 27, 2011 Blog PostPrivatized traffic law enforcement systems are spreading rapidly across the United States. As many as 700 local jurisdictions have entered into deals with for-profit companies...
Oct 16, 2011 ReportTax-increment financing (TIF) is a popular tool used by local governments to secure revenue for development projects. Beyond its legitimate uses, it can be misused...
Oct 1, 2011 ReportRecently, West Virginia created their website, TransparencyWV, along Frontier Group's guidelines. Not only did West Virginia take a big step toward Transparency 2.0 by simply...
Sep 30, 2011 Blog PostPrivate sector companies are likely to play a major role in the construction of high-speed rail lines in the United States. Yet, the experience with...
Jul 16, 2011 ReportThe Following the Money series of reports has helped create momentum for increased budget transparency in our state. I’ve even been told that the media...
Jun 8, 2011 Blog PostTax havens are countries with minimal or no taxes, to which U.S.-based multinational firms or individuals transfer their earnings to avoid paying taxes in the...
Apr 16, 2011 Report
