Workshop on The Fundamentals of Public Private Partnerships Empowers Texas Mayors and Public Officials to Pursue Alternative Delivery Options to Improve American Infrastructure
Arlington, TX — April 8, 2024 — Mayor Jim Ross recently hosted a workshop on The Fundamentals of Public-Private Partnerships (P3s) in the city of Arlington. Organized as a collaborative effort between the US Conference of Mayors (USCM) P3 Task Force and the Association for the Improvement of American Infrastructure (AIAI), this workshop aims to equip participants with the foundational understanding necessary to explore the possibilities of P3 projects. Joining Mayor Ross were city leaders from Coppell, Copperas Cove, Dallas, Denton, Port Arthur, Richardson, Sulphur Springs, Wylie, and Trophy Club.
Cities are the cornerstone of the nation’s economy. Society is evolving, and city leaders willing to embrace change can capitalize on the innovation and opportunities offered with alternative delivery, stimulating economic development.
Alternative delivery models allow governments to consider a range of options that offer resilient, long-term solutions to their infrastructure challenges. Adopting the P3 model allows city leaders to provide safe, secure, modern communities, creating a legacy of equity, innovation, and value. By bringing together private industry experts and city officials, this workshop is designed to facilitate dynamic discussions on leveraging P3s to address critical infrastructure needs while promoting economic growth and community resilience.
“This initiative of the US Conference of Mayors represents a significant opportunity for mayors and their staff to gain valuable expertise in navigating the complexities of infrastructure development,” remarked Mayor Jim Ross, who is also a member of the USCM P3 Task Force. “As cities across the nation grapple with pressing infrastructure challenges, collaboration between public and private sectors becomes increasingly indispensable. The P3 model has been critical to our effort in Arlington and this workshop underscores our commitment to fostering meaningful partnerships that drive tangible progress and benefit our communities.”
“We are proud to work in partnership with AIAI in facilitating this workshop, which serves as a platform for knowledge exchange and capacity building,” said Tom Cochran, CEO and Executive Director of the US Conference of Mayors. “By harnessing the expertise of private industry leaders and the collective wisdom of mayors from diverse communities, we are poised to catalyze transformative change and drive sustainable development across the nation.”
