REPORT SUMMARY
Across America, local government leaders make decisions that can impact the economic mobility of their communities and residents. This can take shape in a variety of ways, ranging from workforce and economic development to providing social services and affordable housing. Improving economic mobility in communities can lead to richer quality of life for residents, particularly those experiencing greater need.
In April 2025, CivicPulse partnered with MGT to survey both local elected officials and civil service leaders who work on economic mobility-related projects. We then conducted ten follow-up interviews. This short report aims to illuminate where local decision-makers find information to support their economic mobility work, as well as where gaps remain.
Media inquiries can be sent to Nathan Lee, Managing Director, at nathanlee@civicpulse.org. Requests for the data associated with this report can be completed through civicpulse.org/data-request. Any other questions can be directed to info@civicpulse.org.