Finance
Finance is a fundamental concern for local and state government agencies, encompassing budget planning, revenue management, and fiscal responsibility. Effective financial management ensures that government operations are sustainable and resources are allocated efficiently to meet public needs. This directory offers articles on finance, including topics like Grants, which explore the processes and strategies for obtaining grant funding to subsidize the cost of programs and projects. It also includes articles on finance, which explores the processes and strategies for creating, managing, and adjusting government budgets to align with policy goals and economic conditions.
The bill offers first-time homebuyer assistance with $0 down and no monthly mortgage insurance for qualified law enforcement officers, firefighters and EMS providers
U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency cut funding for program that monitors cybersecurity threats across states and helps local officials respond
Lower Merion Township offers a 100% real estate tax credit to active volunteer firefighters and ambulance personnel who live and own property in the township
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The state’s Dec. 1, 2016, deadline forced medical marijuana shops to decide if they wanted to pay a fee to remain a medical marijuana dispensary, or transition to the recreational marijuana business.
Key affordable rental housing market provisions were preserved in tax reform, but housing credits and other provisions could push some investors out.
Proposals in the UK would give local council governments the ability to charge utility companies by the hour to avoid road work congestion at busy times.
About 60 of the 100 boat slips are still damaged beyond use, and municipal revenues are down by half at the St. Augustine Municipal Marina.
Guest columnist Jen Mayer shares insights on revenue generation for infrastructure projects gleaned from city-led best practices and cutting-edge investment strategies.
Infrastructure finance tools and strategies are available in a new guide developed with Pittsburgh, Pa., St. Paul, Minn., San Francisco and Washington, D.C.
President Trump signed the 2018 NDAA and OMB would have 90 days to activate new online GSA marketplaces, affecting government procurement.
California wildfire victims can apply for national grants and loans, as well as local property tax deferment and reassessment.
State policies are growing clean tech economies, such as Washington state’s Clean Energy Fund and a financing program through Seattle City Light.
2017 brings the most new apartments available in 10 years, but it’s harder to get construction loans, so 2018 numbers are expected to drop. Here’s why.
The best identity theft protection Equifax victims -- or those from any other consumer identity breach -- is a concoction of several vigilant strategies.
Here’s what people need to know about the data stolen in the Equifax breach, and how to learn if affected and eligible for free credit monitoring.
Military veterans who are unable to work due to service disabilities could see their IU benefits cut as the VA secretary considers budget options.
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