The Detroit bankruptcy judge has ordered three mediators – all federal judges – to work with Detroit and Wayne, Oakland and Macomb Counties to address the possibility of a regional water authority. The bankruptcy judge also ordered Detroit’s bond insurers to mediate with the city. Detroit Free Press (April 17, 2014); The Bond Buyer (March 21, 2014)
Mediation has resulted in a tentative settlement between bankrupt San Bernardino and its biggest creditor, Calpers, which should help...