MuniNet Guide Archive
Charter Schools Earn High Marks for Loan Performance
Study finds that charter schools show strong loan performance
Top Public Sector Jobs in 2010
Annual Occupational Outlook reveals distribution of public sector jobs – and earnings
Is the U.S. Becoming a Nation of Renters? Not So Fast …
Owner-occupied housing remains predominant housing stock in U.S.
State and Local Government Credits Weather the Economic Storm
Municipal bond credit quality impacted by inherent strengths and vulnerabilities
Track Municipal Bond Credit Rating Actions through New Database
New resource allows users to track and compare ratings changes for municipal bonds
Pension Concerns Run Deep
Public and private sector employees alike are worried about their financial future upon retirement
U.S. Census Bureau Releases 2010 State Demographic Profiles
2010 Census demographic profiles illustrate population trends, including age and race distribution
MSRB Reports Increase in Number of Primary Market Disclosure Filings in 2010
This year’s Fact Book is the first to include data on primary and secondary market disclosure
Civics Education: Are You Smarter than a Fourth Grader?
More than 75% of 4th graders demonstrate a “basic†mastery of civics concepts and skills
National League of Cities’ Website Sports a New Look – and Enhanced Content
Redesigned website helps cities meet challenges, share successes, and advocate for change
Shadow Inventory Spreads to the Suburbs
“Don’t even think of boarding it up!†Communities aim to minimize risks posed by distressed properties
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Individual Income Tax: a Driving Force for Most States’ Finances
State income tax collections fluctuate with shifts in the economy
Cities Prepare to Challenge 2010 Census Counts
Some cities disagree with official 2010 population counts released by the U.S. Census Bureau
Boulder Promotes Physical and Fiscal Fitness
City government supports programs that encourage fitness among local residents
It’s Official: Aurora is Second Most Populous City in Illinois
2010 Census data points to 38 percent growth rate in Aurora’s population over the past decade
Two Texas Metro Areas Show Top Job Growth
Amid uncertainty in U.S. job market, Dallas and Houston metro areas enjoy employment growth in 2010
The Aging of America: Are We Prepared for the Demographic Shift?
The economic implications of aging demographics hit home as first round of baby boomers turn 65
SPECIAL! Select Cities Lead the Pack in Providing Investor Relations Content
Trailblazing cities recognized for excellence in providing online information for municipal investors
School District Issues Preemptive Pink Slips to Entire Teaching Staff
Faced with extreme budget pressures, Providence School District is bracing for sweeping layoffs
Preserving Public Safety Amidst Budget Crises
Cuts to public safety budgets can jeopardize efforts to fight crime and respond to emergencies
A Snapshot on State Budget Shortfalls and Pension Liabilities
Washington Post article provides state-by-state breakdown of budget gaps
MuniNet Adds Public Safety Category
News, articles and links pertaining to fire service, law enforcement, emergency management, and more
Top Transit Systems are a Community Asset
These top-ranked transit systems have no plans to slow down anytime soon
A Counterpoint to the Public Pension Crisis
A response from the other side of the coin