-
The Volcker Alliance looks at the state’s outstanding municipal bonds and $83 billion in other obligations and suggests improved transparency and oversight.
February 11 -
As the MTA works toward a post-pandemic future, Kevin Willens, formerly co-head of public finance at Goldman Sachs, becomes its chief financial officer.
January 28 -
The budget proposal reflects the state’s improving financial position, due in part to aid from the federal government.
January 20 -
California officials blame a new electronic records system for reporting delays that worsen every year, though other states don't have the same problem.
January 13 -
Mayor Eric Adams’s proposal to ask the state to raise the Transitional Finance Authority’s bonding authority by $19 billion is being opposed by Comptroller Brad Lander.
January 13 -
Gov. Kathy Hochul's “New Era for New York" initiative includes a $10 billion healthcare proposal, a $1 billion plan to help small businesses, middle-class tax relief, ethics reforms and limiting statewide elected officials to two terms.
January 6 -
"There is no person who has done more to keep the New York City budget sound than Ronnie Lowenstein,” says Richard Ravitch. "She is a remarkable public servant.”
January 5 -
Marjorie Henning was named deputy comptroller for public finance and Michael Haddad is interim chief investment officer and deputy comptroller for asset management.
January 3 -
Despite its snowy reputation, the region sees itself as a climate refuge due to cooler temperatures, reliable infrastructure and Lake Erie freshwater.
December 30 -
The window of opportunity is open thanks to new projects, new state and city leadership, emerging projects and better systems to benefit travelers.
December 27The Bond Buyer