Research

The Civic League partners with educational institutions to produce three to four research papers annually. Our research focuses on issues of regional importance, and often the topics originate with conversations we’ve had with citizens who participate in our programs. If residents across the region are talking a lot about one shared issue, then it becomes our job to take a closer look.

All Civic League research papers are available through our web site, and we also share them directly with the region’s policymakers and our members.

2010

School Locational Decisions and Land Use: Addressing a Growing Problem by Tim N. Todd and John C. Thomas

Prominent Themes in the Neighborhood Forums of The Civic League for Regional Atlanta

2009

Best Practices in Recycling: How to Cut Costs, Improve Participation, and Reduce Waste to Promote a Greener Atlanta Region by Tara Squitiro and John C. Thomas

Best Practices for Multicultural Festivals and Celebrations: Fostering Cultural Understanding in the Atlanta Region by Susan Manikowski and John C. Thomas

Mapping the Path to Light Rail: What the Atlanta Region Can Learn from Light Rail Adopters by Tara Squitiro and John C. Thomas