State and Local Governments

Cross-Sector Coalition Explores the Economic and Social Impact of Smart Cities

April 17, 2018 / Comments Off on Cross-Sector Coalition Explores the Economic and Social Impact of Smart Cities

Corporate, government, and academic experts join forces to build a road map and business case for urban transformation PHILADELPHIA, APRIL 16, 2018 ESI ThoughtLab announces the launch of Smarter Cities 2025: Building a Sustainable Business and Financing Plan, a ground-breaking research program that will provide city leaders with a road map to becoming a successful […]

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Wilmington Land Bank

November 21, 2017 / Comments Off on Wilmington Land Bank

The existence of vacancy and blight in the City of Wilmington is a pervasive problem, imposing significant negative implications for the city’s economy, fiscal position, and quality of life. The City has identified nearly 1,500 vacant properties which represent only a portion of the full extent of vacancy in Wilmington. To clarify the city’s strategy […]

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RACP Applicants

October 5, 2017 / Comments Off on RACP Applicants

Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program Econsult Solutions, Inc. provides assistance to clients who are seeking or have been awarded Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) funds for their projects. Our services include submitting the e-RACP application, providing the impact numbers in support of the business plan, compiling the business plan or application, and providing grant compliance assistance. We […]

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Stephen P. Mullin

September 27, 2017 / Comments Off on Stephen P. Mullin

As Co-Chair of the Econsult Solutions (ESI) Board of Directors, Stephen Mullin provides expertise to clients in the fields of economic development, public finance, policy analysis, real estate, energy, and business and government strategies. Mr. Mullin served as President since the firm’s inception and is now guiding strategic planning and development of the firm for […]

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Ethan Conner-Ross

September 25, 2017 / Comments Off on Ethan Conner-Ross

Ethan Conner-Ross is a Senior Vice President and Principal of Econsult Solutions, Inc. (ESI). Mr. Conner-Ross joined ESI in 2014 as a Director. His practice areas include public policy, transportation, tourism, economic development, and strategic planning. He is an experienced project leader who brings cross-disciplinary skills and a public sector perspective to his engagements. Mr. […]

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Earned Income Tax in Bensalem Township

November 1, 2013 / Comments Off on Earned Income Tax in Bensalem Township

In 2013, Bensalem Township in Bucks County, Pa. decided to explore implementing a one-percent earned income tax (EIT) for resident and nonresident workers in the municipality. At the time, Bristol Township was the only other municipality in Bucks County to implement an EIT. Bensalem contracted Econsult Solutions, Inc. (ESI) to conduct an analysis of the […]

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