Managing Operating Costs of Capital Projects

The Field Lab partnered with the City of Hayward to examine approaches for estimating, integrating, and managing operating costs associated with capital projects.

Project Partner

City of Hayward, California

Project Summary

Students worked with City staff to analyze existing capital planning and budgeting practices, with particular attention to how operating costs are incorporated into long-term financial forecasts.

Areas of Focus

The team examined operating cost estimation methods, integration of capital and operating budgets, forecasting frameworks, and financial management practices related to long-term infrastructure planning.

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