Transformational projects rarely rely on a single funding source — they’re built through smart, layered capital stacks and well-structured partnerships. This session pulls back the curtain on real-world projects to break down how cities are combining public-private partnerships with tools like tax districts, bonds, grants, and private equity to move complex developments from idea to execution. Attendees will learn how deals are structured, how stakeholders get aligned, and how risk is balanced while maintaining public value.

We’ll also examine the economic and physical impacts of facility projects, specifically youth and amateur sports complexes, which are not only becoming valued anchors for commercial development, but also key drivers of public health and wellbeing.

This is a practical, behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to get projects approved, financed, and built — and a clearer roadmap for replicating that success in your own community.