BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — Buffalo City Comptroller Barbara Miller-Williams held a public meeting to explain her ongoing dispute with Acting Mayor Chris Scanlon over her refusal to issue bonds for capital projects , which has resulted in a lawsuit against her office.

The meeting took place at the Buffalo and Erie County Public Library at Lafayette Square, where Miller-Williams broke down the role of the comptroller, the capital borrowing process and fiscal responsibility to residents.

The comptroller emphasized her commitment to ensuring city dollars are spent wisely and prudently, noting that a significant portion of Buffalo's budget consists of fixed or contractual obligations.

Within the last month, credit rating agencies Fitch Ratings and S&P Global Ratings released a low rating

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