Finance / Budget

Responsibilities


The Finance Department is a support department consisting of several program areas that provide services and information to the City and its citizens.

Accounting

The Accounting program is responsible for maintaining the City's integrated financial accounting system and overseeing the activities of 37 funds. The program is responsible for the processing and recording of all financial transactions (receipts and disbursements) in the City including:
  • Accounts receivable and payable
  • Debt administration
  • Investment of City funds
  • Payroll processing for 300 employees
  • Pension administration services for retired City employees
  • Revenue collection

Financial Reporting

The Finance Department produces the City’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) Audits, Annual Budget, and Capital Improvement Program.


Utility Billing & Customer Service


The Utility Billing and Customer Service program administers the City's integrated system that includes monthly meter reading, billing and collection, and customer service support.