Responsibilities
The Finance Division of the General Government Department manages the financial operation of the City in conformity with generally accepted accounting standards and principles, and in compliance with federal and state laws. Finance is committed to developing and maintaining a proficient financial planning and reporting system, in order to provide the City Council, City Manager and other City officials with financial information on a timely and meaningful manner. The division dutifully establishes and maintains efficient and effective internal control policies and procedures to safeguard the City's assets and manage its resources.
Functions
The specific functions of the Finance Division include:
- Audit coordination and external accountability
- Budget coordination and program evaluation
- Cash management and investment
- Debt management
- Employee benefits administration
- Financial reporting and analysis
- Internal control development and compliance
- Payroll
- Purchasing
Mission Statement
To manage the financial operation of the City in conformity with generally accepted accounting standards and principles, and in compliance with federal and state laws, with the highest level of reliability and excellence, as faithful stewards of public resources.
Budgets and Financial Statements
The City's current and past Biennial Budgets and Comprehensive Annual Financial Reports are
available here.