Local Government Innovation Lab

Supporting evidence-based policy research across the Commonwealth.

It all begins with an idea.

The Pennsylvania Economy League is creating the Local Government Innovation Lab, a no-or-low cost program designed to provide municipalities across the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania with expert policy research, analysis, and recommendations. This program will give municipalities the practical solutions they need to make smarter decisions, stretch limited resources, and avoid costly mistakes.

Are you a municipal government with a pressing public policy question? Stay tuned for our next round of applications or sign up for our email alerts below.

PEL provides research support—big and small—for municipalities across Pennsylvania. These topics range from institutional challenges, such as mergers and consolidations, to finding meaningful pathways towards more efficient service delivery.

Hanover Area Fire and Rescue (HAFR) Sustainability Report


City of DuBois and Sandy Township Consolidation Study

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