Infrastructure

Fixing up mass transit in metropolitan New York could involve several components, Mayor Bill de Blasio said as the city and state renewed their budget tussle.

None of the 12 recommendations require congressional action and all are within the scope of the administrative powers of the IRS, according to NABL.

Airports get creative and turn to privatization to fund projects as federal assistance becomes less reliable.

Calling the New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority “a disgrace,” N.Y. Gov. Andrew Cuomo urged the state Legislature to approve a series of steps to revamp the agency.

The State of the Union speech fell short on infrastructure while the COFINA settlement in Puerto Rico shed a harsh light on revenue bonds.

The New York mayor, as he released the $92.9 billion plan, warned of a possible second federal shutdown, looming state aid cuts and a national economic slowdown.

Local officials are urging lawmakers to pass a major infrastructure plan after years of disappointment.

The municipal bond industry received no indication from Trump on whether his administration might support expanded use of tax-exempt bonds as part of infrastructure legislation this year.

Indian River County will file an appeal as it continues fighting against private activity bond financing for the passenger rail project.

The Garden City Commission on Tuesday unanimously approved a charter ordinance that would give the city significantly more freedom in addressing general improvements and issuing general obligation bonds for certain projects.