Underwriters giddy over bond issuances

Successful comedians and successful bond underwriter have one thing in common: perfect timing. But they…

It’s time to start paying attention

To paraphrase one of the songs from Rogers and Hammerstein’s hit musical “Oklahoma”: “Everything’s up…

Working together for weather warnings

A couple of weeks ago, a warning siren in the neighborhood went off around 10…

Season of Columbia Public Schools celebrations

There are many reasons to celebrate this month. Spring arrived early, the Tigers had an…

Missouri’s economic recovery is on — barely

The data are accumulating and the trend is clear — the state and local economy…

Tax breaks benefit small-business owners

As regional administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration, I travel throughout Missouri, Iowa, Kansas…

Tips for winning government contracts

Can you imagine your small business providing that key product or service to the U.S.…

Bond, levy to address increasing enrollments

Members of the Columbia Public School District Board of Education voted unanimously to place both…

EEZ creates unease over city’s growth

Blight … enhanced enterprise zones … 50 percent property tax abatement … eminent domain ……

Audits recognize CPS’ fiscal responsibility

Developing a budget requires focusing on organizational vision and prioritizing resources. Managing a budget requires…

New year brings new service initiatives

In my October 2011 budget message, I outlined areas of service improvements that the City…

Time to push the pedal for motor fuel tax?

So, what did you pay for a gallon of gas today? Was it $2.99 ……