Financial Transparency Center

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Mission Statement

The Finance Department coordinates the City's budget preparation, financial reporting, and fund disbursement in accordance with adopted fiscal policies and internal control procedures.

Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Reporting — Annual budgets, mid-year reviews, ACFR preparation, audits, interim financial reports, and fiscal impact analyses.

General Accounting — General ledger maintenance, bank reconciliations, purchasing policies, property management, and historical financial records.

Investments & Debt Service — Investment portfolio management, banking services, project financing, and bond covenant compliance.

Accounts Payable — Vendor payments, regulatory filings, and contract pay estimate reviews.

Goals

• Maintain a balanced budget that preserves fiscal health and critical services
• Develop 5- and 10-year pro-forma projections for all funds
• Continue issuing ACFRs meeting GFOA excellence standards
• Update accounts payable and purchasing procedures
• Develop a fleet and equipment funding policy for City Council
• Review fiscal impacts related to future development, including the hotel/water park and Family Entertainment Zone (FEZ)