Chandler Councilmember Matt Orlando has been appointed to the inaugural five-member board of the Public Finance Network, representing the National League of Cities (NLC). He was also elected as the first treasurer for the board.
In his new role, Orlando will work with representatives from over 40 organizations to support efforts aimed at maintaining the tax-exempt status of municipal bonds. These bonds are widely used by local and state governments to finance public infrastructure projects across the United States.
“I’m honored to continue representing the City of Chandler and NLC in this new capacity,” said Councilmember Orlando. “I will advocate for our residents as we seek to protect the use of municipal bonds that have built our community’s and America’s public infrastructure.”
The Public Finance Network, established in 1988, is a coalition focused on preserving state and local governments’ ability to use tax-exempt bonds for various financing and infrastructure needs. The organization now faces increased challenges as Congress considers changes that could affect the tax status of these bonds.
As part of its founding responsibilities, the new board is tasked with establishing organizational frameworks, approving business items, and overseeing strategic decisions including vendor selection.
The Public Finance Network provides information and resources to help protect municipal bond financing. It supports market participants in seeking funding opportunities and advocating for policies that preserve this key financial tool for communities nationwide.
