Finance
Finance is a fundamental concern for local and state government agencies, encompassing budget planning, revenue management, and fiscal responsibility. Effective financial management ensures that government operations are sustainable and resources are allocated efficiently to meet public needs. This directory offers articles on finance, including topics like Grants, which explore the processes and strategies for obtaining grant funding to subsidize the cost of programs and projects. It also includes articles on finance, which explores the processes and strategies for creating, managing, and adjusting government budgets to align with policy goals and economic conditions.
Community paramedicine programs across Maine were dealt a major setback after federal grants were abruptly terminated, leaving departments without crucial funding to provide proactive care
The AI-powered cameras scan for illegally parked cars and compile a video of each violation car blocking a bus lane or stop
Cuts by the Department of Health and Human Services sidelined 185 workers in Morgantown and idled 10,000 scientists nationwide
A new survey from the Society for Human Resource Management found that 52% of owners do not expect their small businesses to survive through November
The Municipal Liquidity Facility will offer up to $500 billion in lending to states and municipalities to help manage cash flow stresses caused by the coronavirus pandemic
Tough choices to confront governments amid coronavirus, economic pause as Cassidy-Menendez legislation proposes relief
With hazard pay not included in recent bill, members push to fund local-level government in next round
Wisconsin EMS and fire leaders join forces to provide an overview of EMS legislative and regulatory requests to support front line response to COVID-19
The mayor of one city said he anticipated public safety cuts of up to 20% due to the financial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic
While layoffs should be considered only as a last resort, everything is on the table – including reductions in salaries and benefits, City Councilor Roman “Tiger” Abeyta, chairman of the city’s Finance Committee, said
Breaking down the tax benefits, and eligibility cutoffs for stimulus payments outlined by The CARES Act
Installing solar panels allows schools to save money while running on clean energy
Employees required to work will receive an extra $14 a day per diem
The presidents of the AAA, IAFC and NAEMT closed ranks to advocate for EMS needs, and to take them to the national spotlight
Chief Steve Pegram details the possible financial impacts facing fire and EMS departments as well as the goals of the IAFC’s Economic Task Force
Public policy lecturer Stephanie Leiser explains why local governments are going to need a lot more than $150 billion from the federal government
Albuquerque Firefighter Laurianna Sargent discovered she is not covered under the state’s presumptive cause bill because she was diagnosed after age 40
Mishawaka may open a clinic for public employees that could save the city $1M annually. How can health clinics increase savings for your city?
For columnist Tom Moran, it’s been frustrating that Cory Booker’s accomplishments have drawn almost no attention during his presidential campaign, so he’d like to set the record straight.
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