1. Illustrate the need for issuing debt in local government.
2. Discuss the importance and value of debt capacity analysis.
3. Do you think the current debt level in the city of Sunny Isles Beach, FL is affordable?
4. Fixing the issue of underfunded state and local pension plans is a long-term goal for state and local policymakers. In your opinion, what are the roots of underfunded public pension plans and how should this problem be addressed?