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.
The Office of Management and Budget withdrew its spending freeze just two days after issuing the order
Fort Lauderdale officials are expected to vote on an EMS tax on property owners that could generate nearly $55M a year
A proposed tax in Muskogee County could fund several public safety facilities, projects and services
County controller pledged to open and modernize finances so that anyone could see how public tax dollars are spent.
A community’s small businesses can weather disasters by formalizing disaster recovery plans that maintain essential operations and pay the bills.
Learn about HUD services during a government shutdown, such as what happens with FHA loans.
With HUD and USDA shutdown, the number of low-income households affected by the government shutdown -- as well as the local jurisdictions managing affordable housing and related programs -- increases daily.
Congress asked how much it would cost to upgrade the nation’s 911 call centers to NG911 capabilities.
Smart city technology is critical to helping local governments become more efficient, while also significantly affecting risk management.
Mary Scott Nabers discusses Environmental Impact Bonds, resilience bonds, the Pre-Disaster Mitigation Grant Program and flood mitigation assistance with the need for disaster mitigation projects trending up.
Learn how academic partnerships and a passion for progress can take your local government on a small budget further.
Questica and Balancing Act give local governments the ability to receive feedback from citizens about budgets and programs for their community.
The second round of WIFIA federal loans could be as much as $5.5 billion.
Selections for Connecticut’s Clean Energy RFP include 52 MW of fuel cell, 200 MW of offshore wind and upwards of 4,000 jobs.
Through two loan programs, the city of Toronto is funding residential building efficiency retrofit projects, reducing GHGs and saving residents money.
Asset management is how public works can improve operations and reduce costs. It’s technology that enables municipalities to break silos and use data to inform better decisions.
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