2010 Budget Information With the direction provided by Council goals, the dedication of our employees, and the support of our citizens, the City of Port Angeles will provide the highest level of municipal services within available resources. When finalized, this budget becomes the community's strongest means of achieving desired goals.
The Budget is an economic plan that focuses the entity's financial & human resources on the accomplishment of specific goals and objectives established by the policy makers.
The Budget establishes the annual expenditure levels for all departments and funds. These expenditure levels are called appropriations, and they represent spending limits.
If you have any questions, comments or input regarding the budget process, please email: finance@cityofpa.us
PRELIMINARY 2010 BUDGET Posted November 2, 2009 - The Preliminary 2010 budget is available below.
The Budget is an economic plan that focuses the entity's financial & human resources on the accomplishment of specific goals and objectives established by the policy makers.
The Budget establishes the annual expenditure levels for all departments and funds. These expenditure levels are called appropriations, and they represent spending limits.
Preliminary 2010 Budget
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A public hearing on proposed revenue sources for 2010, including the property tax levy, will be conducted by the City Council on Wednesday, November 4, 2009, at 7:00 p.m., or soon thereafter, at City Hall, 321 East Fifth Street.
A public hearing will be held on proposed revenue sources and the proposed budget on Tuesday, November 17, 2009, at 7:00 p.m., or soon thereafter. A second public hearing on the proposed budget will be held on Tuesday, December 1, 2009, also at 7:00 p.m., or soon thereafter.
PRESENTATION of the PRELIMINARY 2010 BUDGET - DRAFT 1 City Manager Myers and Finance Director Ziomkowski gave a detailed presentation to City Council on September 29 regarding the 2010 Budget.
The presentation included an overview of the City's Budget Message, Summary of the Proposed Budget, Budgetary Challenges on the Horizon, and Future Steps in the 2010 Budget Process.
Preliminary 2010 Budget Presentation
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It is important to note that this budget is a "work-in-progress" and many changes are expected before final adoption by City Council.
CITY HOSTS TOWN MEETING ON CITY BUDGET City Manager Kent Myers and Finance Director Yvonne Ziomkowski lead a special Town Meeting on the City Budget on Thursday, August 6, City Council Chambers. Approximately 30 members of the public attended.
The informal town meeting included a presentation from Director Ziomkowski highlighting how the City's budget is structured, where revenues come from, how funds can (or cannot) be used, as well as how the City is required to prepare a balanced budget each year. City Manager Myers lead the meeting including a question and answer period.
The outline of the presentation is available below.
2010 Preliminary Budget Town Meeting Presentation
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This Town Meeting was specifically designed to provide citizens with an opportunity to learn about the City's budget, budget process and how to submit comments. Later in the year, City Council will also hold formal public hearings on the 2010 Budget to accept additional public comments before final decisions are made by City Council. Comments may also be sent via email to finance@cityofpa.us.
For more information contact Teresa Pierce, Executive Communications Coordinator at 360-417-4630 ortpierce@cityofpa.us.
With the direction provided by Council goals, the dedication of our employees, and the support of our citizens, the City of Port Angeles will provide the highest level of municipal services within available resources. When finalized, this budget becomes the community's strongest means of achieving desired goals.
Budget Calendar for 2010
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If you have any questions, comments or input regarding the budget process, please email: finance@cityofpa.us
CITY BUDGET NEWSLETTER It is the policy of the City of Port Angeles to maintain a level of expenditures that enhances the safety and well-being of residents in our community. At the same time, it is necessary to avoid preparing a budget that is balanced at the expense of future budgets.
City Councilmembers worked very hard with City staff to prioritize critical services for basic services such as utilities, fire and police protection, street maintenance, and community development.
This newsletter details the current budget status in regards to both revenues and expenditures.
The newsletter is available below.
Finance & Budget Monthly Newsletter
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Finance Director Yvonne Ziomkowski presented this information to City Council at the August 5, 2008 meeting. The presentation outlines budgetary challenges for the 2009 budget.
Please contact the Finance Department with any questions at either 360-417-4600 or finance@cityofpa.us
2009 - What's Ahead of Us
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Presentation: Facts and Myths about Property Taxes
This presentation was made by City of Port Angeles Finance Director, Yvonne Ziomkowski to City Council on November 7th.
The presentation explains how property taxes work, the proposed 2008 levy and trends.
The mission of the budget process is to help decision makers make informed choices about the provision of services and capital assets and to promote stakeholder participation in the process. From the National Advisory Council on State and Local Budgeting (NACSLB)
This presentation was made by City of Port Angeles Finance Director, Yvonne Ziomkowski to City Council on November 7th.
