Angela Ruiz
Last seen: 8 months ago
Angela is a grant writer and former municipal finance officer who has helped towns and villages across the Midwest secure millions in funding for infrastructure, parks, and sustainability projects. She writes for Municipal Matters to demystify the world of public financing and federal grant programs.
Harnessing Community Expertise: Structuring Advisory Co...
Advisory committees play a valuable role in strengthening local government by expanding the board or council’s access to expertise...
The Fundamentals of the Municipal Budget Cycle and Cale...
Learn the fundamentals of the municipal budget cycle and calendar, from preparation and adoption to execution and audit. Understan...
The Importance of Transparency and Open-Meeting Complia...
Transparency lies at the heart of effective local government. For towns, where decisions made in meeting rooms have a direct and i...
Building, Growing, and Legally Using Capital Reserve Fu...
Capital reserve funds let local governments systematically set aside and prudently invest money earmarked for specific capital pro...
What a Capital Improvement Plan Is and Why Your Town Ne...
A Capital Improvement Plan is more than just a spreadsheet - it's a roadmap for your town's future. By identifying critical needs,...
Explaining the Annual Budget Process to Residents
The annual budget process isn’t just paperwork. It’s a blueprint for how your town will function in the year ahead. By understandi...