2010 Expert’s RoundtableLeading industry professionals share their insights on issues affecting today’s cities, states and regions
State Public Pension Systems: A Reversible Crisis?
Eli Lehrer, The Heartland Institute
Some state public pension funds are faring better than others. How does your state rank?… Continue
Municipal Bankruptcy Remains “Last Resort” Despite Troubled Economy
James Spiotto, Partner, Chapman & Cutler LLP
Municipalities must prove insolvency in order to file for Chapter 9 protection… Continue
Cities: Repositioning for Economic Recovery
Richard Florida, author of The Great Reset
Economic crisis can bring opportunity for cities to “reset”… Continue
Airport Cities Drive Local Economic Development
The Aerotropolis concept is taking off, leading to economic growth for many cities.… Continue
Tending to America’s Infrastructure
America’s roads, bridges, water systems and schools are in need of attention and repair after decades of use.… Continue
Public School Enrollment and Expenditures Expected to Increase through 2018
Per-pupil expenditures also expected to rise - budget challenges aside… Continue
State and Local Government Job Market: Coping with the Recession
A current perspective on public sector employment trends… Continue
Fiscal Policy Space Affords Cities Greater Control of Economic Destiny
Michael A. Pagano, Dean of the College of Urban Planning and Public Affairs, University of Illinois at Chicago
Strategies cities can consider to meet economic challenges depends on policy space… Continue
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