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.

Ask your senators and representative to make Treatment in Place permanent, increase SIREN Act funding, count every EMS provider and extend Medicare add-ons
A new city council proposal seeks to leverage impact fees on developers to pay for a dire shortage of public safety infrastructure
Logan County said it has no other options for keeping the ambulance service running
NYC to waive $30M public housing payment
Managing and storing the video costs many times the price of the cameras themselves
States debate who’s helped, hurt in shifting tax burdens
States find savings through Medicaid expansion
Laura Doud, the City Auditor of Long Beach, California, recently released an in-depth report on digital innovation and best practices in the public sector
Mayor Mitch Landrieu’s plan to charge extra sales taxes in the French Quarter to pay for more policing has cleared the City Council
Atlantic City is facing a liquidity crisis and must implement a series of operational reforms to avoid bankruptcy and rebuild financial stability
Gov1 hosted a roundtable event where local leaders discussed trends and best practices in energy efficiency and sustainability at the local level
One Illinois city has launched a campaign to improve local recreational options through significant investments from both the public and private sectors
Cities nationwide are deploying new campaigns and policies to attract and retain businesses in key industries to support economic growth and sustainability
If a Social Security disability claim is rejected, be sure to contact a disability lawyer before appealing
Five state and local governments have been selected to receive aid in developing pay for success projects that align funding strategies with verified social outcomes
A growing number of funding opportunities are becoming available to municipal organizations interested in improving access to broadband connectivity
Many cities are collaborating with nonprofits to combine funding and resources to support local community projects
When state and federal government funding is cut, many communities see vital projects push forward through nonprofit organizations
The Lakeview Civic Improvement Association applied for a grant to fuel park maintenance and improvement projects while promising to match the grant