BONDS/PROJECT FINANCING Bartle Wells Associates has supervised the sale
of over 300 municipal bond issues totaling over $4 billion. We coordinate
the financing team, obtain the highest credit ratings, and structure each
issue to best meet our clients’ needs. As independent financial advisors,
we work on your behalf to obtain the lowest cost financing.
FINANCING PLANS Bartle Wells Associates has completed over 1,500
financing plans for public works projects. We develop long-range financing
plans for capital improvement programs and public infrastructure. Our
plans explore the wide range of financing options available to public
agencies and balance pay-as-you-go financing with the prudent use of debt.
RATE STUDIES AND CONNECTION FEES Bartle Wells Associates designs utility rates
and connection fees that are fair and practical based on a cost-of-service
approach. We have extensive experience with Proposition 218, Government
Code 66000 (AB 1600), and GASB 34. We develop recommendations that are
easy to understand and implement, and minimize the impact to rate payers.
BWA has represented cities and special districts at hundreds of public
hearings. We develop clear and effective presentations and build consensus
for our recommendations.
ENERGY PLANNING Bartle Wells Associates conducts electric rate
studies, analyzes power supply options, and develops financing plans for
energy projects. We have worked in the energy field for over 20 years
and provide expert advice on a wide range of energy related projects.
