MuniNet Guide Archive
Safety of Brevard County Drinking Water in Question
Chlorine byproducts are showing up in Brevard County, Florida drinking water in levels that are considered to put residents at risk.
Bike … Walk … Public Transportation … Carpool? Data Shows How Commuters Get to Work
San Francisco ranks among the top U.S. cities for percentage of its workforce that walks, bikes, or takes public transportation to get to work.
Web Site Spotlights Great Moments in History
History buffs will love this web site – from audio and video clips of famous speeches to online ’exhibits’ showcasing America’s classics, holiday history, U.S. elections and more.
Most States “Need Assistance” in Providing Special Education Services
An evaluation of the states’ performance when it comes to providing services to children age 3-21 with special needs reveals that 36 states “need assistance†in meeting the requirements of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.
Brookings Study Examines Aging Population Across the U.S.
This new report takes a look at the implications of the “graying of America†on housing, healthcare, social services, and cultural ammenities in many communiites across the country.
Innovative Map Sites Travel the Road to Sophistication
Map sites have come a long way, offering a variety of cutting-edge tools for personal use as well as business and government research.
AHA Comments on Medicare’s Proposed “Backdoor Budget Cuts”
The American Hospital Association recommends that Medicare transition to its severity-adjusted diagnosis-related groups classification system, and opposes proposed cuts to capital payments.
CensusScope Offers a Powerful Resource for Demographic Data
Online resource provides wide range of U.S. Census data in tables, charts, graphs, and more. A must-see web site for demographic statistics!
Naples Weathers a Woeful Housing Market, Fears an Infrastructure Overload
Sluggish real estate market in Naples, Florida coincides with controversy over plans to expand I-75, the area’s major thoroughfare.
Steady Passenger Traffic, High Customer Satisfaction Bode Well for McCarran International
First quarter passenger traffic at Las Vegas McCarran International Airport showed an increase from the same period one year ago – this following a banner year for McCarran in 2006.
Online Time Management Tools Can Reduce Stress, Increase Productivity
From customizable tools like online calendars and To Do lists to time management articles, advice and tips, the Internet offers many resources to help maximize productivity.
Unemployment Trend Looking Good for Billings, MT and Logan, UT
Tourism, healthcare and agriculture in Billings, and higher education in Logan contribute to the nation’s lowest unemployment rate in these two metro areas.
“The Bond Blogger” Promotes Discussion of Todays Municipal News Stories
The Bond Buyer recently launched a blog that focuses on news impacting the municipal bond industry.
Census Data Allows for Comparison of State Government Employment Figures
Which state has the highest per capita employment when it comes to state corrections officers? State employment and payroll data, recently released by the U.S. Census Bureau provides for easy comparison among states, sectors and years.
NFMA, MuniNet Launch Joint Municipal Bond Gateway
The Municipal Bond Research Gateway – a joint project of MuniNet and the NFMA – is designed to provide convenient access to disclosure and other research materials for municipal bonds.
Outlook for Detroit: Still Hazy After All These Years
Initiatives by Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick have reduced the city’s debt and sparked economic development, but the prognosis for Motor City is still unclear.
Extra! … Extra! … Newseum to Showcase News Production, History
Newseum, a Washington, DC museum that will provide an insider’s view of the world of newspaper production and history will open its doors on October 15, 2007. In the meantime, visit its web site for a sampling of news-related features.
MuniNet Expands Database of Colleges and Universities
Adding hundreds of links to private colleges and universities across the U.S., the MuniNet Guide database features enhanced coverage of the higher education sector.
Price Transparency for Hospital Charges on the Horizon?
The ability to research the costs of a hospital treatment or procedure may not be too far into the future, thanks to pricing transparency efforts in the healthcare industry.
Watchdog Group Finds New Orleans Unified Plan Lacking
Citing a need for a more practical and concrete recovery strategy for the City of New Orleans, the Bureau of Government Research recommends that the City Planning Commission take control of the planning process.
Two Chicago Landmarks Among “Most Endangered Historic Places” in Illinois
Each year, Landmarks Illinois publishes a list of endangered historic places; this year’s list includes two Chicago landmarks.
Pew Fact Tank Reports on News Trends, Public Opinions, and More
Redesigned web site allows for enhanced navigation and introduction of new features.
Glendale, Arizona Scoring Big as New Sports Mecca
New sports venues to accommodate the 2008 Super Bowl and spring training for Major League Baseball teams are expected infuse over $1 billion into the Glendale, Arizona economy over the next couple of years.
Economic Digest Weighs in on Connecticut Labor Market, Economy
The Connecticut Economic Digest provides a monthly glimpse into the state’s labor market and economy.
Top Picks: Public Policy/Think Tank Web Sites
MuniNet releases its 2007 Top Picks for outstanding web sites in the Public Policy/Think Tanks category, recognizing top sites that focus on issues with implications for state and local government and other municipal organizations.