The Finance Department assists the Mayors Office in preparing the annual Budget, in monitoring and controlling the day-to-day financial operations of the City to ascertain compliance with authorized levels of appropriation and policies, in analyzing the potential fiscal impact of City policy initiatives under consideration and in determining the probable impact of both adopted and proposed Federal and State legislation, regulations, and administrative codes.

Finance Department staff assist the auditors in preparing the annual audit and provide direction and policy coordination to all other City personnel. The Finance Director advises the Mayor, City Administrator, and Finance & Personnel Committee regarding appropriate changes in accounting policies and procedures.

The Finance Department keeps the general books of accounts and is responsible for Payroll, Clerks Office, Purchasing Department, and Assessors Office.