From the Mayor’s Office:
Hawai‘i County has joined a group of municipalities to advance an innovative program to promote access to safe and affordable financial products and services, increase financial literacy and asset-building for its residents.
The Cities for Financial Empowerment (CFE) Coalition is led by New York City Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg’s representative, New York City Consumer Affairs Commissioner Jonathan Mintz, and San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom’s representative, Treasurer José Cisneros. Other member cities are Chicago, Los Angeles, Miami, Newark, N.J.; Providence, R.I.; San Antonio, Savannah, Ga.; and Seattle.
“During difficult economic times, municipalities across the country must find innovative ways to do more with less,” said Bloomberg. “We welcome the County of Hawai‘i to what is becoming a robust network of local governments who are all committed to helping residents get through financial uncertainties. Together, we continue learning and strengthening the many unique programs that are providing thousands of Americans with the tools for a stable financial future.”
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