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For local governments, a higher credit rating can mean substantial savings on future borrowing and more flexibility to invest in community infrastructure, housing, transportation and other essential services. The National League of Cities recently held the webinar “From Good to Great: How Cities Can Strengthen Their Credit for Tax-Exempt Bonds.” This session featured a case study from Chandler, Arizona, whose strong financial practices helped boost their bond rating to AAA status.

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