Municipal Finance
/ˌmjuːnɪˈsɪpəl faɪˈnæns/
Definitions
- (n.) The body of law and practice relating to the management of public funds by municipal entities, including taxation, budgeting, and issuance of municipal bonds.
The city council reviewed the municipal finance regulations before approving the new budget.
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- municipal finance
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Commentary
Municipal finance primarily concerns the financial operations of local governments and involves understanding both statutory regulations and practical funding mechanisms.
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