DEC
ASSOCIATES
Guiding Communities Forward with Strategic Financial Solutions
Providing municipalities with clear, objective analyses and advisory services for long-term financial planning and project financing
Who We Are
DEC Associates, Inc. is an independent municipal advisory firm based in Charlotte, North Carolina. We’ve provided cities, counties, and public agencies in the American South with objective financial guidance rooted in public-sector experience, regulatory integrity, and long-term partnership.
What We Do
We advise municipalities and public entities in the American South on the planning, structuring, and management of their capital and financial strategies. Our role is grounded in objectivity, regulatory compliance, and a deep understanding of local government finance
Debt Issuance Advisory
Structuring and overseeing tax-exempt and taxable bond transactions
Capital Improvement Planning
Aligning long-term infrastructure goals with funding capacity
Financial Forecasting & Modeling
Developing multi-year fiscal projections for municipalities through scenario analysis
Long-Term Planning
Supporting plans that meet financial goals
Utility & Enterprise Fund Finance
Advisory for water, sewer, and other revenue-backed systems
Fiscal Policy Consulting
Utilizing our tenure of experience to provide recommendations regarding overarching objectives
Who We Serve
We work with public sector entities in the American South to support responsible financial planning and capital decision-making. Our clients include:
⬥ Cities and municipalities
⬥ Counties and regional governments
⬥ Utility and enterprise systems
⬥ Regional authorities
⬥ Special districts and public authorities