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Hopewell council approves $15 million capital borrowing; interest cap set as staff maps repayment schedule
Summary
The Hopewell City Council voted unanimously to authorize up to $15 million in capital financing to address city and school infrastructure, with a maximum interest cap of 6% and an interest-only period before principal payments begin in 2028.
The Hopewell City Council on a 6-0 vote authorized an ordinance and bond resolution to pursue up to $15 million in capital financing for city and school projects.
Council had pulled the item from the consent agenda for discussion. Deputy City Manager Stacy reviewed the plan and said the financing was increased from an originally discussed $10 million to $15 million to cover several capital needs and that the city expected to close the financing in November and not have a payment due until 2027. Bond counsel Chris Culp told council the ordinance authorizes issuance of debt…
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