Paul Burton is the Northeast Regional Editor for The Bond Buyer. His major coverage has included New York City and MTA finances; the Harrisburg, Pa., debt crisis; the 38 Studios bond financing fiasco in Rhode Island; and unfunded pension liability. Paul hosts podcasts and videos and has moderated at Bond Buyer conferences. Previously, Paul was senior editor and copy chief at M&A-oriented financial media company The Deal LLC. His award-winning career has spanned financial, sports and political journalism. A Boston native, Paul is the author of the book “Tales from the Newsrooms.” He is a frequent public speaker and has appeared as an expert on municipal debt on radio and television shows, including former CBS News White House correspondent Sharyl Attkisson’s public-affairs program, “Full Measure.”
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Gov. Charlie Baker’s plan, with some tweaks, could secure much-needed funds money more quickly during the coronavirus pandemic, Pioneer Institute said.
By Paul BurtonJune 12 -
Colleagues admired Sitzer, who died Saturday, for his deep knowledge of the industry, his relationships and his personal touch.
By Paul BurtonJune 10 -
The New York mayor's move reflects a nationwide response to protesters in the aftermath of the death of George Floyd.
By Paul BurtonJune 9 -
Alicia Trost, communications director for Bay Area Rapid Transit, discusses BART's social media strategy during the crisis. Paul Burton hosts.
By Paul BurtonJune 9 -
The pandemic's effect on public transportation has revived debate about the role of bicycles, ferries, in-city commuter rail and other alternative modes.
By Paul BurtonJune 8 -
Monday's first phase of emergence from COVID-19 lockdowns will put the city and the Metropolitan Transportation Authority in a national spotlight.
By Paul BurtonJune 5 -
The Queens Ballpark Co. LLC bonds for Citi Field were lowered to BB-plus from BBB by S&P, which cited uncertainties about the baseball season.
By Paul BurtonJune 5 -
Chairman Patrick Foye said the designation will better position the authority to cope with the revenue loss from the coronavirus pandemic.
By Paul BurtonJune 4 -
Comptroller Kevin Lembo forecast a $620 million fiscal 2020 deficit in his monthly update to Gov. Ned Lamont.
By Paul BurtonJune 3 -
State leaders are reluctant to grant New York City more bond capability, and other city leaders want Bill de Blasio to further reduce his proposed spending plan.
By Paul BurtonJune 1