Referendum transparency or through a glass, darkly?

Referendum transparency or through a glass, darkly?

There’s a new bill in the General Assembly, known as Senate Bill 99 and entitled “bond referendum transparency,” that seeks to provide more information to voters about a bond referendum. It’s a follow-up proposal to legislation we’ve written about before. The bill...
What are Managers and Finance Officers worrying about?

What are Managers and Finance Officers worrying about?

There’s always a list. Here’s what I’ve picked up lately from a variety of conversations and presentations. Inflation, and its effect on direct costs and interest rates. Investment rates are rising in the same fashion. Supply chain disruptions – maybe improving, but...
Happy New Year!

Happy New Year!

As we get to the start of 2023, we offer this list of items to keep in mind as you plan for new capital projects and manage your existing projects. Here are a few things to think about at least once a year: Review compliance with your financing covenants. If you have...