Tuesday, January 6, 2026

MUNICIPAL FINANCE CHALLENGES

AND POTENTIAL SOLUTIONS


Now that federal dollars are going away, a lot of state and local governments are experiencing more widespread deficits.

“Billions in healthcare research and university support have been cut, which means in cities like Boston or Pittsburgh built around hospitals, healthcare, higher ed and research, if those are areas that are hurting, your budget is hurting,” Josh Goodman, senior officer, State Fiscal Health, The Pew Charitable Trusts, said.

Also, as broad shifts in policy on immigration and documentation impact international travel, a city such as Las Vegas — somewhat dependent on international tourism — could 

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