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<br /> " <br /> . <br /> ";.'. <br /> :. ...);.~< <br /> '..~~>. <br /> '-"'n,"', <br /> . Complex state laws Initiated a property tax refund system which was difficult to <br /> ,. explain and demonstrate to taxpayers. Ehlers developed a program that clearly and <br /> concisely presented the effect of the new laws and the impact. <br /> . A growing suburban community undertook a large number of capital Improvement <br /> projects over a short time. The community needed to match revenue collections with <br /> outstanding debt service but the enormity of the task seemed insurmountable. Ehlers <br /> designed a program which not only enabled the community to easily examine the <br /> economic status of several capital improvement proje9ts, but also pointed out where <br /> bonds could be called or defeased, saving the community large interest costs. <br /> Ehlers' computer capabilities will continue to evolve and expand as we continue to respond to <br /> the changing needs of our clients, <br /> Other Financial Services -- Ehlers' computer resources and staff expertise in finance, <br /> analysis, and budgeting allows us to provide clients a broad range of financial advisory <br /> services in addition to the planning and marketing of specific debt issues. <br /> Debt Management POrIC)'. Because the financing costs associated with the placement of <br /> bond Issues is directly affected by a community's outstanding debt and credit position, <br /> effective debt management is an important component of a sound fiscal policy. Ehlers <br /> and Associates, Inc. can review existing short and long term debt, applying economic <br /> indices and other market standards to evaluate the client's credit position. Ehlers can <br /> then advise actions and policy changes to Improve debt management. <br /> . Capital Improvements Programming. Sound fiscal management also entails the <br /> anticipation of future capital requirements. Ehlers and Associates, Inc, can assist in the <br /> development of a multi-year capital improvement program, providing computer-generated <br /> projections of project costs and capital requirements for various financing alternatives. <br /> With a capital improvement program, all projects can be evaluated in light of future <br /> needs, and new debt issues can be structured to accommodate anticipated future debt <br /> service requirements. <br /> Investment AnaJysis. The investment of idle public funds can be a significant source of <br /> revenue. Ehlers' computer capabilities and knowledge of the financial markets will <br /> enable us to analyze investment opportunities and develop a program to enhance the <br /> interest earned on available public funds. <br /> Special Studies. Ehlers has the expertise to undertake special studies of a variety of <br /> project or development proposals. A fiscal impact analysis of a proposed annexation <br /> program based on a proposed development of a residential subdivision would enable <br /> City of Arden Hills officials to be more fully informed regarding the budgetary impact of <br /> urban growth. Similarly, a cost-benefit analysis of alternative arrangements for the <br /> provision of public services will help City of Arden Hills officials to better evaluate all <br /> alternatives proposed for their consideration. Ehlers can undertake financial feasibility <br /> studies of utility projects such as hydroelectric, cogeneration and solid waste projects that <br /> will assist clients in formulating construction programs that most efficiently meet the <br /> needs of the service area. <br /> '. :! <br /> I <br /> )1 <br /> 11 <br /> 1-4 rl <br /> .~ <br /> ------..-- .~ <br />