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26 results for “financial transparency”

  • City of Evanston Treasurer’s Report For Year Ended December 31, 2023

    Dec 31, 2023

    ·Evanston, IL
    Budget

    The City of Evanston's Treasurer's Report for fiscal year 2023 documents municipal revenues across the General Fund, with major sources including property taxes ($32.97 million), retailer and service occupation tax ($13.33 million), state income tax ($12.56 million), and home rule sales tax ($10.40 million). The report also itemizes revenues from various licenses, permits, utility taxes, and state/federal grants, with the complete Comprehensive Annual Financial Report and additional financial information available on the city's transparency website. This financial statement represents the city's revenues for the year ended December 31, 2023, exclusive of transfers and bond proceeds.

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  • CB 120716: AN ORDINANCE relating to the establishment of a Fiscal Transparency Program; requiring periodic and consistent reporting and monitoring of City budgetary, financial, and fiscal policy information to the City Council and the public; adding a new Chapter 3.140 to, and amending Sections 3.14.100 and 5.08.020 of, the Seattle Municipal Code; and requesting that the Code Reviser recodify Chapter 5.08 of the Seattle Municipal Code in Subchapter I of Chapter 3.14.

Nov 8, 2023

·Seattle, WA
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  • city-atlanta-fy2014-budget-report.pdf

    Atlanta, GA
    Budget

    The City of Atlanta's Fiscal Year 2014 Adopted Budget document, submitted by Mayor Kasim Reed, provides a comprehensive overview of the city's financial operations and planning. The 614-page budget book includes sections on revenue forecasts, economic outlooks, operational departmental summaries for all city departments, capital project statuses, and debt management information. The document serves as a public transparency resource detailing how city funds are allocated across various departments including public safety, public works, parks and recreation, aviation, and other municipal services.

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  • Financial Transparency

    Dallas, TX
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  • PROPOSED BUDGET

    Greenville, SC
    Budget

    The County of Greenville, South Carolina Proposed Budget Document covers fiscal years 2026 and 2027, providing a comprehensive overview of the county's financial plan across multiple fund types including General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, Internal Service Funds, Enterprise Funds, and Capital Projects Funds. The document includes detailed budget allocations for various departments spanning administrative services, public safety, public works, planning and development, judicial services, and other county operations. The budget document serves as a transparency tool outlining revenue sources, appropriations, departmental priorities, and the county's long-term financial and operational goals.

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  • Letter From the Finance Director

    Cleveland, OH
    Budget

    The City of Cleveland's Finance Director presents the fiscal year 2026 Mayor's Budget Estimate, a balanced budget developed through collaborative planning across city divisions to transparently allocate resources to essential services. The budget prioritizes elevated investments in economic development, public safety, and technology, supported by strong 2025 performance that included a $21 million police station improvement lease-purchase agreement, $12 million in road resurfacing, new multi-year union agreements covering 85% of unions, and implementation of modern financial and permitting systems that improved efficiency. The fiscally responsible approach aims to promote job growth, affordable housing, and modernization while maintaining financial stability and limiting unnecessary borrowing.

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  • FINANCIAL REPORT Diocese of Scranton Fiscal Year 2021-2022

    Scranton, PA
    Other

    The Diocese of Scranton released its audited financial statements for fiscal year 2021-2022, with Bishop Joseph C. Bambera presenting the report and emphasizing the diocese's commitment to financial transparency in response to community feedback from synodality listening sessions. The diocese was recognized by Voice of the Faithful as one of only five dioceses nationwide to achieve a 100% transparency score, with particular praise for its accessible finance webpage. The report documents how the diocese continues to serve eleven counties in northeastern and north central Pennsylvania through stewardship of donated resources and expresses gratitude to parishioners, employees, and volunteers for their financial support and prayers.

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  • Proposed Operating Budget FY25

    Knoxville, TN
    Budget

    The Proposed Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 for the City of Knoxville, Tennessee, submitted under Mayor Indya Kincannon's administration, provides a comprehensive financial plan covering all city departments and funds. The document includes detailed summaries of budget comparisons across all funds, departmental expenditures, revenue sources, personnel authorizations for full-time and part-time positions, and property tax rate information. The budget document spans 255 pages and serves as the city's primary financial planning and transparency tool for the fiscal year.

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  • Board Meeting Materials - Pittsburgh, PA

    Pittsburgh, PA
    Other

    This document is a webpage listing board meeting materials and information for the City of Pittsburgh's Comprehensive Municipal Pension Trust Fund (CMPTF). It provides access to meeting agendas, public notices, pension payment processing documents, and scheduled board meeting dates for 2026 (February 5, May 7, September 3, and December 3), which are held at 1pm in the Mayor's Conference Room. The page serves as a public transparency resource containing various pension-related reports, disclosure forms, and notices for the municipal pension fund.

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  • FOLLOWING THE MONEY: Understanding Los Angeles County’s Finances and Impacting

    Los Angeles, CA
    Other

    This 2012 curriculum document from Advancement Project, supported by the California Community Foundation, is designed to help advocates understand and analyze Los Angeles County's budget and finances to advance equity in public spending. The material addresses what the organization identifies as significant discrepancies between public fund allocation and the needs of low-income communities and communities of color, with the goal of increasing transparency, accountability, and equitable use of public dollars. The curriculum is structured in five parts covering financial documents, fiscal research, the budgeting process, budget analysis, and power analysis, drawing on Advancement Project's experience winning increased funding for schools and other critical programs through public finance analysis.

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  • 2024 BUDGET

    Denver, CO
    Budget

    The City and County of Denver's Mayor's 2024 Proposed Budget was presented for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024, under Mayor Mike Johnston's administration. The document represents a comprehensive budget proposal prepared by Denver's Department of Finance and reviewed by city leadership including the Chief Financial Officer, department heads, and Denver City Council members. The budget document received a Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association, indicating its adherence to professional standards for fiscal planning and transparency.

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  • Data Transparency | City of Boise

    Boise, ID
    Other

    The City of Boise operates a comprehensive data transparency platform providing public access to city government information and financial records. Resources include the OpenBook budget transparency tool with revenue and spending data, monthly and quarterly financial reports, public records requests, police data dashboards, internal audit reports, purchasing bids, building permits, and a newly launched Housing Data Portal. The platform also provides access to City Council meeting agendas, minutes, and videos to support open and transparent local government.

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  • City of St. Petersburg, Florida Annual Comprehensive Financial Report

    St. Petersburg, FL
    Budget

    The City of St. Petersburg, Florida's Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for fiscal year 2024 (October 1, 2023 – September 30, 2024) presents the city's complete financial statements, including government-wide and fund-level financial data prepared by the Department of Finance. The report includes audited financial statements, management's discussion and analysis, detailed breakdowns of governmental, proprietary, and fiduciary funds, pension and other post-employment benefits information, and supporting schedules for budget comparisons. The document received a GFOA Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting, indicating compliance with accounting standards and transparency requirements.

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  • Recommended Budget for Fiscal Year 2026

    Hartford, CT
    Budget

    The City of Hartford, Connecticut submitted its Fiscal Year 2026 recommended budget to the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for consideration of a Distinguished Budget Presentation Award, which it previously received for its FY2025 budget. The comprehensive 369-page budget document serves as both a policy document and financial plan, containing detailed sections on revenue forecasts, expenditure estimates by department, strategic initiatives, and five-year financial projections. The submission demonstrates the city's commitment to transparent financial planning and public communication of its budgetary priorities and fiscal operations.

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  • FISCAL YEAR 2024 RECOMMENDED BUDGET City of Wilmington, North Carolina

    Wilmington, DE
    Budget

    The City of Wilmington, North Carolina's Fiscal Year 2024 Recommended Budget document outlines the city's financial plan, including budgetary fund structure, appropriation categories, and financial management policies covering revenue, expenditures, reserves, debt management, and capital investments. The document serves as a comprehensive guide for budget preparation, adoption procedures, and amendment processes, structured to provide transparency through detailed organizational information and accounting policies. Specific budget figures and policy changes are referenced in the table of contents but are not detailed in the provided excerpt.

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  • Greenville County, South Carolina Public Records Lookup | GreenvilleRecords.org

    Greenville, SC
    Other

    Greenville County, South Carolina maintains public records across ten categories—including property records, court records, vital records, tax records, voter registration, law enforcement, GIS data, business records, government meeting records, and financial records—pursuant to South Carolina's Public Records Act (Title 30 of the South Carolina Code of Laws). The county operates as an open records jurisdiction under South Carolina's Freedom of Information Act and Public Records Act, governed by principles established in S.C. Code Ann. § 30-4-15 that emphasize transparent public business. Greenville County facilitates public access through a dedicated Public Records Office offering both in-person and online access, with statutory response timeframes of 15 business days for records less than 24 months old and 30 business days for older records. Certain exemptions and restrictions apply under S.C. Code Ann. § 30-4-40, though the document does not detail specific exemptions.

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  • county of los angeles basic financial statements, required ...

    Los Angeles, CA
    Budget

    The Los Angeles County comprehensive financial statements for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2025 present the county's complete audited financial position, including government-wide financial statements, fund financial statements for governmental and proprietary funds, and required supplementary information. The document includes statements of net position, activities, revenues, expenditures, and changes in fund balances across multiple county funds including the General Fund, Fire Protection District, Flood Control District, LA County Library, Regional Park and Open Space District, and Mental Health Services Act fund. This 234-page audit compilation provides the detailed financial reporting and single audit documentation required for county transparency and accountability.

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  • Fiscal Year 2021 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report

    Spokane, WA
    Budget

    The City of Spokane's Fiscal Year 2021 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report presents the city's complete financial position as of December 31, 2021, prepared by the Finance Department under CFO Tonya Wallace. The report includes government-wide financial statements, governmental and proprietary fund statements, and management's discussion and analysis covering the city's revenues, expenditures, and fund balances for the fiscal year. This comprehensive document, compiled by the city's accounting staff, provides transparency on the city's financial operations and position.

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  • Financial Publications | Greenville, SC - Official Website

    Greenville, SC
    Other
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  • FY 2018 City of Fort Worth, Texas COMPREHENSIVE ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT

    Fort Worth, TX
    Budget

    The City of Fort Worth, Texas Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for fiscal year 2018 (ended September 30, 2018) presents the city's financial position and results of operations for the period. The report includes financial statements audited by Weaver and Tidwell LLP, with oversight by City Manager David Cooke and Interim Chief Financial Officer Kevin Gunn. The document comprises 252 pages containing introductory sections, financial statements, management discussion and analysis, and audit findings to provide transparency on the city's fiscal management and financial health.

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  • 2020 Financial Statement

    Ambler, PA
    Budget

    This document is the 2020 Financial Statement and Supplementary Information for the Borough of Ambler, containing the complete audit and accounting records for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2020. The financial statement includes government-wide and fund financial statements for governmental, proprietary, and fiduciary funds, along with notes and required supplementary information regarding pension plans and OPEB liabilities. The document is organized to provide detailed financial position, activities, revenues, expenditures, and fund balance information for public transparency and governance purposes.

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  • CITY OF WORCESTE,R MASSACHUSETTS COMPREHENSIVE ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT

    Worcester, MA
    Budget

    The City of Worcester, Massachusetts Comprehensive Annual Financial Report documents the city's financial position for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2013, prepared by the Office of the City Auditor. The report includes government-wide and fund financial statements, management's discussion and analysis, independent auditors' reports, and supplementary information covering governmental funds, proprietary funds (including Golf Course, Sewer, and Water Enterprise Funds), capital assets, and pension/OPEB schedules. The document provides a complete accounting of the city's financial activities, assets, liabilities, and ten-year financial trends for public transparency and stakeholder review.

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  • 2021 - Annual Comprehensive Financial Report

    Houston, TX
    Budget

    The Houston-Galveston Area Council's 2021 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report provides a complete financial overview for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, including government-wide and fund financial statements, independent audit findings, and ten-year statistical comparisons. The report documents the Council's financial position, revenues, expenditures, and compliance with federal and state funding requirements, with audit oversight provided by the Finance Department led by Chief Financial Officer Nancy Haussler, CPA. The document demonstrates the Council's commitment to financial transparency and accountability as a member of the Government Finance Officers Association.

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  • OPERATING AND CAPITAL BUDGET FISCAL YEAR 2026

    Greenville, SC
    Budget

    This is the Fiscal Year 2026 Operating and Capital Budget document for Greenville County, South Carolina, a comprehensive 209-page budget document that outlines the county's revenues, expenditures, and financial policies across multiple fund types including General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, Debt Service Funds, Capital Projects Funds, Internal Service Funds, and Enterprise Funds. The document includes a County Administrator's budget message, strategic goals and initiatives, detailed departmental summaries covering administrative services, public works, public safety, planning and development, and judicial services, as well as financial policies and a long-range financial outlook. The budget is organized to provide transparency on resource allocation and performance measures across all county departments and services.

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  • Charleston County, SC

    Charleston, SC
    Budget

    Charleston County, South Carolina's fiscal year 2019 financial report highlights the county's strong fiscal management, including maintaining a AAA bond rating with all three financial rating agencies and receiving the Government Finance Officers Association's Excellence in Financial Reporting award for 30 consecutive years. The county, comprising 45 departments and approximately 2,600 full-time staff serving a coastal region of 1,358 square miles, emphasizes transparent financial communication to its citizens and attributes its financial discipline to lower taxes and better borrowing rates for capital projects. This Citizens Financial Report summarizes the county's revenues, expenditures, capital improvement projects, and major transportation initiatives for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2019.

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  • Open Records Request

    Pottstown, PA
    Other

    Potter County provides information about Pennsylvania's Right-to-Know Law, which grants residents access to public records held by the County in accordance with Act 3 of 2008. The document explains that Potter County is committed to transparency and accountability, allowing the public to request documents such as meeting minutes and financial reports through a formal process. Residents who are unsatisfied with Potter County's response to records requests may appeal to the Pennsylvania Office of Open Records within 15 business days, with additional information and assistance available through the Commonwealth's Office of Open Records at 717-346-9903.

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