Areas of Focus
Economic Development and Housing Policy
Cutting-edge research on the state of the economy and housing markets within Florida, focusing on demand and supply factors impacting availability of affordable housing.
Performance, Management, Evaluation and Survey Research
Research solutions like multilingual surveys, focus groups, one-on-one interviews and secret shops to give feedback on customer and resident satisfaction.
Applied Economic and Demographic Research
The center is a U.S. Census Information Center, interpreting, disseminating, and analyzing demographic and economic data to assist our clients in turning data into action.
Local Government Planning and Management
Our work with government transportation agencies produces publications to compel civic involvement and better assessment of resources, needs and interests.
Public Finance
Our research through the Volcker Alliance and the Truth and Integrity in State Budgeting initiative is a valuable resource to government entities and nonprofit organizations.
Schedule a Training Session
Location
Miramar and sponsored sites
Description
Our customized training combines best practices from leaders across all industries.
Example Topics
- Conflict Resolution & Sensitivity
- Delegating for Success
- Team-building & Motivating
Recent Clients
Our work has made us a cornerstone of South Florida, working closely with:
- City of West Park
- City of Miramar
- DASI
Featured News
Press Release: 2025 Study of Local County Budgets
In the five years since the Covid pandemic, the size of county government in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties far outpaced the growth of inflation and of each county’s population. Such are among the findings of the Metropolitan Center's research of three county budgets for fiscal years 2019-2020 through 2024-2025.