Improving Development Permit Approval Times:  Cutting Red Tape with Effective Staff Analysis

Improving Development Permit Approval Times: Cutting Red Tape with Effective Staff Analysis

As municipalities grapple with the new challenges posed by...
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Effective Planning: El Paso County’s Consideration of a $200 Million Bond Program

Effective Planning: El Paso County’s Consideration of a $200 Million Bond Program

Navigating the intricate dynamics of public infrastructure development often...
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What is a Capital Improvement Program Readiness Audit (CIPRA)

What is a Capital Improvement Program Readiness Audit (CIPRA)

The requirement for a Capital Improvement Program Readiness Audit...
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Understanding the Difference Between Critical Path and Driving Path in Project Schedules

Understanding the Difference Between Critical Path and Driving Path in Project Schedules

Project management involves meticulous planning and scheduling to ensure...
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Going Beyond Finance: The Need for Comprehensive Preapproval Processes for Bond Underwriters in High-Growth Municipalities and Independent School Districts

Going Beyond Finance: The Need for Comprehensive Preapproval Processes for Bond Underwriters in High-Growth Municipalities and Independent School Districts

Public finance is an intricate and multi-faceted domain. Its...
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Texas: A 5 Year Examination of the Bonds Issued by ISDs and Local Governments

Texas: A 5 Year Examination of the Bonds Issued by ISDs and Local Governments

Over the course of the past five years (The...
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How to incorporate AI into the Budget Process: A focus on Local Governments

How to incorporate AI into the Budget Process: A focus on Local Governments

Incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) into the budgeting process in...
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The Changing Landscape of School District Bond Propositions

The Changing Landscape of School District Bond Propositions

In the intricate labyrinth of legislation, changes to bond...
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Unfreezing the Status Quo

Unfreezing the Status Quo

Strategies for Implementing the Unfreeze Phase of Change Management...
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A Prerequisite for Progress: The importance of a Readiness Audit for Capital Improvement Bond Programs

A Prerequisite for Progress: The importance of a Readiness Audit for Capital Improvement Bond Programs

As financial stewards of taxpayers' dollars, local government entities...
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Understanding the Bonds: Voter-Approved vs. Certificates of Obligation

Understanding the Bonds: Voter-Approved vs. Certificates of Obligation

The world of municipal financing can often be complex,...
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Fostering Collaboration and Communication: The Role of a Rating System

Fostering Collaboration and Communication: The Role of a Rating System

Efficient collaboration and communication are vital for the successful...
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The Right Tool For The Job: Tools For Effective Permitting Department Operations

The Right Tool For The Job: Tools For Effective Permitting Department Operations

Permitting departments execute complex operations requiring the management of...
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The Public Need for a Precertifed Capital Improvement Bond Program and an Organizations Responsibility to its Citizens

The Public Need for a Precertifed Capital Improvement Bond Program and an Organizations Responsibility to its Citizens

Capital improvement bond proposals, particularly those involving large-scale municipal...
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Encouraging Continuous Improvement: The Power of a Rating System

Encouraging Continuous Improvement: The Power of a Rating System

Continuous improvement is a fundamental aspect of achieving success...
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Steering through the Storm: Recovery Strategies for Troubled Bond Programs

Steering through the Storm: Recovery Strategies for Troubled Bond Programs

In the current economic climate, particularly within high-growth environments,...
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How Natural Disasters Impact Permitting Departments

How Natural Disasters Impact Permitting Departments

Natural disasters like hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, wildfires, and earthquakes...
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The Imperative for a Capital Improvement Program Management Consultant

The Imperative for a Capital Improvement Program Management Consultant

Capital improvement bond programs, typically a recurring event in...
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Promoting Accountability and Quality Assurance: The Role of a Rating System

Promoting Accountability and Quality Assurance: The Role of a Rating System

Accountability and quality assurance are crucial for successful project...
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Continuing Success: Navigating the Next Steps in Georgetown’s Capital Improvement Bond Program

Continuing Success: Navigating the Next Steps in Georgetown’s Capital Improvement Bond Program

Congratulations are well-deserved for the Georgetown City Council as...
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Boosting Economic Development by Improving Permitting Process Speed

Boosting Economic Development by Improving Permitting Process Speed

The economic development of a region relies heavily on...
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