KNN Public Finance, LLC

knn public finance, a division of zions first national bank, was established in 1982 and has operated continuously since then as municipal finance advisory firm. we assist cities, counties, school districts, special districts and state agencies with the structuring and implementation of financing solutions for their capital and other finance needs. knn is one of california's leading financial advisory firms, completing an impressive number of public agency transactions each year. in 2012, knn completed 109 public agency transactions with a total par value in excess of $7.5 billion. thomas reuters ranked knn 8th nationally based on long-term par amount issued in 2012, despite our focus on only california issuers during that time. we currently have a staff of 16 advisors and 4 administrative staff in our oakland, california office and we are contemplating the opening of a second office in southern california. please visit our website at www.knninc.com.