MuniNet Guide Archive
Recession Puts the Squeeze on State and Local Government Finances
State and local governments are feeling the pinch of the economic downturn
Sunbelt Real Estate Markets May Reap Benefits of U.S. Population Growth
Continued U.S. population growth may boost several real estate markets, while others may not fare as well
ARRA, Highway Trust Fund Facilitate Infrastructure Improvements
Highway improvement projects get a boost in funding
Recession Exerts Pressure on Public School District Budgets
Public school district budgets are feeling the impact of the economic downturn
County Employment Trends Reflect National Economic Challenges – and Upturns
The national recession is exerting a profound effect on county employment trends
Dawn of a New Day: MSRB’s EMMA Advances Disclosure in Municipal Bond Market
Increased price transparency and greater access to disclosure documents both represent progress for municipal bond market
More and More Cities Finding Twitter an Effective Communications Tool
Twitter is helping cities keep residents informed and up-to-date when it comes to local news and events
The Rise and Fall of California: Glitz, Glamour and a Financial Mess
Despite its unique challenges, can the Golden State make an economic recovery?
City Dictionary.com Sheds Light on Unique Local Language, Culture
Nobody knows a city better than the locals; website focuses on local definitions and eccentricities
Philadelphia Earns #2 Spot in Life Sciences Industry Rankings
Philadelphia’s strength in the life sciences cluster may help the area survive the national economic slump
Guest Feature: Home Price Declines Lead to New Local Market Differences
Profound regional and local home price differences will affect economic growth patterns over the next decade
Hurricane Season Poses Risk to 35 Million+ Residents in Coastal U.S. Cities
Approximately 12 percent of the population lives in areas with the potential for hurricanes
MSRB Weighs in on Popular New Build America Bonds
Build America Bonds are taxable municipal bonds, and subject to standard MSRB rules for municipal securities
Innovation, Education and Infrastructure Promote Successful Cities
Mayors from cities around the world share strategies for economic growth and vitality
Collapse of Midway Deal “Not a Setback for Privatization”
Public-private partnerships could still be a critical strategy for doing more with less
Las Vegas Can’t Beat the Odds in Subprime Mortgage Market
Gambling mecca taking a loss as a result of overzealous housing market and mortgage crisis
Committee Aims to Make Nashville Greenest City in Southeast
Earth Day is April 22. How one city plans to step up its environmental initiatives
Guest Feature: Build America Bonds Likely to Increase Activity in Taxable Municipal Market
Michael J. Ross comments on the potential impact of BAB on the taxable municipal market
Population Shifts Reflect Cities’ Vitality
MuniNet recently updated and enhanced its demographic data for cities
A Quick Guide to State Economic Stimulus Sites
As stimulus funds trickle down to the state and local level, state recovery web sites track progress
New Municipal Bond Insurer Aims to Carve its Niche by Going Back to Basics
Exclusive dedication to municipal and infrastructure issues recaptures original business model of bond insurance
America’s Infrastructure on the Brink of Failing Grades
Just in: ASCE Report Card gives low marks to America’s roads, bridges, transportation networks
Federal Stimulus Package: Implications for States and Municipalities
A compilation of the best resources for information about how the stimulus bill will affect states and local governments
Educational Attainment Statistics Reveal Regional Differences
Which states and metro areas carry the largest percentage of college-educated residents?
Retaining Public Safety Workforce is Essential Even (Especially) in Tough Economy
Layoffs of local police and fire employees can place cities at risk, resulting in even higher costs