Data Resources for Media
Your local planning district commission (PDC) or metropolitan planning organization (MPO) is a resource for journalists.
No matter where you live, there is an agency like ours that works across city/county government boundaries, with data, connections across sectors, and relationships with elected officials and staff.
Many typically work on issues of infrastructure like housing, transportation, and the environment.
In Richmond, VA, PlanRVA is where representatives from the region's nine localities come together to analyze, plan, consult, and collaborate on issues and opportunities that impact every resident and every community.
PlanRVA Day 2024 Media Panel discussion.
Some Story Ideas:
-Henrico Citizen covered a new housing tool and community leaders and residents coming together: Pathways to the Future: What a Fright! Regional Symposium
-12 On Your Side covered a unique transportation funding partnership allocating $147.9 million: CVTA
-VPM featured a big, regional trail supported by many localities, groups, and residents: Fall Line Trail
Data Useful for Reporting On:
Housing
- Want the latest real estate developments? PlanRVA & Richmond BizSense Development Tracker
- Do you want to understand housing and cost trends in your area? Market Value Analysis
- You might need clearance to name a new street: Street Name Clearinghouse
Transportation
- Where can I find data on Transportation Safety? Regional Transportation Safety Plan
- Where are major bike lanes & pedestrian connection points? BikePedRVA2045 map
- Where can I report a near miss and access open-source data? Near Miss Dashboard
Environmental
- Where can I find out if my buyer’s home is in a flood plain? Flood Risk Mapper
- Why do urban heat islands matter? Extreme Heat Mapper
- What are we doing to reduce greenhouse gas emissions or address climate change? Air Quality Plan